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A perfect fusion of a vibrant city life and a relaxing coastal vibe

  • Sydney-Cairns-Gold Coast-Optional Fraser Islands-Melbourne

BEST TIME TO GO

October – April

IDEAL STAY

12 Nights

Starting From

INR 1,15,000 (p.p)


AT A GLANCE

  • Night Cruise Sydney Harbour with optional tour to Blue Mountains or Port Stephens or Hunter Valley
  • Great Barrier Reef, aboriginal culture and exciting stay at Port Douglas
  • Surfer’s Paradise, Hot Air Balloon ride with Champagne breakfast and optional Fraser Island from Gold Coast.
  • Scenic Great Ocean drive covering 12 apostles from Melbourne and optional tour Penguin Parade at Philip Island or Wine and Chocolate tasting at Yarra Valley.

Sydney
3 Nights

Sydney Harbour Night Cruise
Touchdown Sydney over a 13-hour flight from Delhi. You head straight to your hotel and after you are feeling refreshed, head out for Sydney Harbour cruise where you witness the iconic landmarks including Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House change colours with magical lights at sunset. While cruising through the Harbour in a spacious flagship vessel you enjoy a 3-course dinner and live entertainment with the stunning light up views of the city in the backdrop. A perfect beginning to your Australian getaway!

Sydney bridge climb & bustling Darling Harbour
The following day you could opt for an optional city tour covering famous Opera House and Harbour bridge ending you tour at the bustling and lively Darling Harbour filled with great bars and restaurants or climb 440 feet high famous Australian landmark, the Sydney bridge in a 3-hour guided tour for spectacular views of the harbour, Opera House and the Blue Mountains. You can spend the rest of your day at leisure wandering around the beautiful city!

Natural Beauty of Blue Mountains
After a hearty breakfast we head out for a day trip to the UNESCO World Heritage listed region of natural beauty, the Blue Mountains where you feed the Kangaroos and Koalas at the Feather dale Wildlife park followed by Scenic World where you arrive at a pristine rainforest landscape and stroll around the greenery. You then step into an enclosed cabin of the Scenic cableway for stunning views of Mr. Solitary, Orphan rock, Three Sisters, Katoomba Falls and soar high over Jamison Valley on the Scenic Skyway. After quick stroll around the quaint Mountain town and indulging in some cute shops and cafes you will head back to Sydney on board a cruise over the Parramatta River admiring charming Waterfront homes !

Surfing on the unspoiled bays of Port Stephens
If you’re looking for a beachy laidback getaway then you could opt for a day trip to Port Stephens on your last day! A 2 hour drive from Sydney takes you to unspoiled bays, sandy beaches and dolphin filled waters of Port Stephens.  You start with Shoal Bay to capture insta worthy pictures of the beautiful beach with dramatic Mount Tomaree with leisure time to sunbath and get into the beach ! Followed by this you get to indulge in an authentic Aussie BBQ and some activities like sun boarding, dolphin watching and camel rides. After a well spent afternoon you head to Mount Tomaree from where you can capture spectacular views of Mount Tomaree post which you head back to Sydney!

Wine Tasting in Hunter Valley
And if you’re a wine lover our Travel Engineer highly recommend a day on a tasting tour of wine and gourmet food at the famous region of Hunter Valley just about 3 hours from Sydney. Add a a touch of class by traveling between the regions in Luxury Mercedes Minibus to indulge in wine tasting and visit famous vineyards on this day trip!


Cairns
3 Nights

Tropical Vibe of Cairns Esplanade & Adventure Sports
After a great city experience, you now arrive in sunny and sophisticated Cairns over a 3-hour flight from Sydney. After a quick check in to your hotel ease into tropical holiday mode with a stroll along the sunny oceanfront Cairns Esplanade, the city’s social and recreational hub! Later in the afternoon head out to quiet relaxing beachside village, Palm Grove just 20 mins from Cairns. Alternatively if you’re up for some adventure you could head for bungy jump or a sky dive Cairns is the place to get that adrenaline going! End your evening indulging in the Aboriginal artworks at the night market followed by a seafood feast back in Cairns Esplanade.

Stay amidst forests and coral sea of Port Douglas
Alternatively you could drive 1 hour via spectacular coastal road towards Port Douglas amidst forests and coral sea where you can immerse yourself in the beauty of Thala Beach Nature Reserve. Enjoy a luxury stay here and indulge in Great Barrier Reef tours from the property as it is in closest proximity of Great Barrier Reef. Unwind at the private beach and indulge with the local Aboroginal community here.

Day exploring the colourful reefs and marine life of Great Barrier Reef
Fresh in the morning, indulge some alfresco breakfast at one of the trendy cafes followed by a day to the iconic Great Barrier Reef about 90 minutes from Cairns/Port Douglas, where the deeper water is home to magnificent coral formations and a wide variety of marine life. Today you'll go to three different snorkelling sites on the Great Barrier Reef, where you'll see sights such as clownfish, sea turtles, humphead Maori wrasse, soft and hard corals in colours. the world's largest, most spectacular coral reef system – where scuba diving, snorkelling, sailing, cruising and island hopping are a part of everyday life. Our Travel Engineer recommends for the ones who like to stay dry, you can get a glimpse of the underwater world through the underwater viewing decks of your catamaran.

Scenic Rail Trip to picturesque village of Kuranda
On your last day we take you for a scenic rail trip across the mountains, tropical rainforest, waterfalls and national park to the picturesque village of Kuranda. You start with indulging in scrumptious breakfast/brunch amidst the world heritage listed rainforest watching colourful birds and butterflies fluttering around you! Followed by walks through verdant vegetation, Jumrum Creek and Davies Falls. If you are an adventure lover our Travel Engineers recommend a 4 hour hike to the breathtaking Barron Falls. Later browse through the lively markets for Aboriginal arts and handicrafts. Sample local honey macadamias and exotic juices! Return back to Cairns and indulge in some energetic nightlife on your last night.

Gold Coast with optional Fraser Island
3 Nights

Unwinding at popular Surfers Paradise
We now take off to the stunning Gold coast over a 2 hour 30 minutes journey by air from Cairns. After settling into your hotel you head out for a stroll on the popular Surfer’s Paradise and spend your day unwinding on the beach. Our Travel Engineer recommends getting a vintage picture in one of the photo studios in the nearby area from the beach. They give you funky costume and vintage set up for a great picture!

Hot Air Balloon Ride at Sunrise followed by Champagne Breakfast at a vineyard & Paradise Jet Boating
The following day we wake you up just before dawn for a great hot air balloon experience. You will be high up in the sky at sunrise overlooking the gorgeous views of vineyards, pastures and landscapes ending with a champagne breakfast at a boutique vineyard. You could plan a bit of adventure after a relaxed morning with Paradise Jet Boating where your boat spins 360 degree and drifts through the Gold coast’s unique waterways.

Freshwater Lakes and Rainforests of Fraser Island
On your last day in Gold coast you could explore Fraser Islands an ideal getaway for nature lovers. This  can be done on your second day in gold coast as well as you need atleast 2 days to explore this island that boasts dozens of freshwater lakes, creeks, expansive swathes of rainforests and sandunes.

Melbourne
3 Nights

Dine at the Colonial Tramcar Restaurant
Next up you head to Melbourne over a 2 hour flight from Gold Coast. As you arrive we take you straight up to your Hotel and you spend the first day strolling away the city absorbing the Aussie vibe. In the evening head out for a meat at the famous Colonial Tramcar restaurant, a popular restaurant on wheels built inside a vintage cable car. Relish the elegant colonial surrounding and three course meal on board.

Scenic Self Drive on Great Ocean Road and 12 Apostles
Ensure you’re well rested as the next day we take you for a day trip to the iconic and scenic drive to the Great Ocean Road. Our Travel Engineers recommend that the drive from Melbourne to Great Ocean Road is the nation’s most scenic routes with postcard like beach alongside the road. You could opt for a self drive option where you can take stops at stunning beachside locations take a dip in the beach or stop over for a quick soak up of the sun heading towards the iconic 12 Apostles. While there are numerous view points for the perfect view of the 12 apostles, our Travel Engineer recommends a quick private helicopter ride over the 12 apostles for an ideal view! On your way back drive through the Australian countryside and spot some Kangaroos on your way back to Melbourne.

Penguin Parade at Phillip Island & Wine Tasting at Hunter Valley
After a good night’s sleep on your last day in Melbourne you could either opt for city tour to further explore the city and unwind or spot the seals on the rocky coastline and watch the famous penguin parade on a day trip to Philip Island or if you are a wine lover or incase you missed out on the Hunter valley experience in Sydney then head out for a wine and chocolate tasting day trip to Yarra valley just about 1 hour drive from the city.
Melbourne has so much to offer and explore in its outskirts. Our Travel Engineers highly recommend self driving in this city to make the best of your stay here and explore the maximum possible.

This brings us to an end of a great Aussie delight , time to pack up your bags and head back home !

Currency

Australian Dollar

Languages

English

Climate

Pleasant summers and Moderately cold Winters

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