Oceania
Australia
Australia tour package · 9 nights / 10 days
Sydney, the Great Barrier Reef at Cairns, and Melbourne with the Great Ocean Road.
- Duration
- 9 nights / 10 days
- Best time
- September to November and March to May.
- Ideal for
- Families, long-haul first-timers, reef and wildlife interest
This Australia tour package is a 9-night, 10-day itinerary. The best time to go is September to November and March to May. It suits families, long-haul first-timers, reef and wildlife interest. World Destinations, a travel agency in Mumbai, plans it end to end — flights, hotels, transfers, visa and insurance — and prices it on your dates.
Australia tour highlights
- Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge
- Outer reef pontoon day at Cairns
- Great Ocean Road and the Twelve Apostles
- Blue Mountains and the Three Sisters
Day-wise itinerary
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Day 1
Arrive Sydney
Transfer to your hotel. Afternoon at Circular Quay and the Opera House forecourt.
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Day 2
Sydney
Opera House tour, Bondi Beach, the Rocks, and a harbour lunch cruise past the bridge.
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Day 3
Blue Mountains
Day trip to Katoomba — the Three Sisters, Scenic World railway and cableway, and Featherdale wildlife park on the way back.
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Day 4
Sydney to Cairns
Domestic flight north. Afternoon on the Cairns esplanade.
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Day 5
Great Barrier Reef
Full day to the outer reef by catamaran — snorkelling, a semi-submersible and an underwater observatory, with lunch aboard.
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Day 6
Kuranda
Skyrail rainforest cableway up and the Kuranda Scenic Railway back, with the Tjapukai cultural park.
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Day 7
Cairns to Melbourne
Fly south. Evening at Federation Square and along the Yarra.
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Day 8
Great Ocean Road
A long day west to the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and the koalas at Kennett River.
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Day 9
Melbourne
Phillip Island penguin parade in the evening, or a day in the city laneways and the Queen Victoria Market.
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Day 10
Depart Melbourne
Transfer to Tullamarine.
Inclusions
- Two domestic flights
- Great Barrier Reef cruise with lunch and snorkelling gear
- Blue Mountains and Great Ocean Road day tours
- Accommodation in the stated hotel category on twin-sharing basis
- Daily breakfast; other meals as noted in the itinerary
- Airport transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary
- Entrance fees for the attractions listed as included
- Visa assistance and documentation support from our team
- All applicable service taxes and levies on our services
- 24/7 on-trip support and a single point of contact throughout
Exclusions
- Australia visa fee
- Reef environmental management charge payable locally
- Scuba diving upgrades
- International airfare unless quoted as part of the package
- Visa fees, travel insurance premium and any biometric charges
- Meals not specified, drinks, and anything of a personal nature
- Optional tours, tips to guides and drivers, and porterage
- City or tourism tax payable directly at some hotels
- Anything not explicitly listed under inclusions
- Cost changes due to currency movement, fuel surcharge or government levy
Australia: common questions
When is the best time to visit Australia?
The best time to visit Australia is September to November and March to May.
How many days do you need in Australia?
We plan the Australia trip over 9 nights and 10 days, which covers the full day-by-day route on this page. With fewer days we shorten the route rather than cram it, and with more we add stops — tell us your dates and we adjust it.
What is included in the Australia tour package?
Included in the Australia package: Two domestic flights; Great Barrier Reef cruise with lunch and snorkelling gear; Blue Mountains and Great Ocean Road day tours; Accommodation in the stated hotel category on twin-sharing basis. Not included: Australia visa fee; Reef environmental management charge payable locally; Scuba diving upgrades. The full inclusions and exclusions are listed above.
Who is the Australia trip best for?
The Australia trip suits families, long-haul first-timers, reef and wildlife interest. The itinerary here is a starting point, and the route can be changed to suit your group.
How much does a Australia trip cost?
There is no fixed price for Australia: World Destinations quotes each trip against live airline and hotel rates for your dates, party size and hotel category. Season, hotel category and flights from Mumbai move the cost most. Send your dates on WhatsApp or call +91 9167919191 for a full costing.
Do Indians need a visa for Australia?
Yes — Indian passport holders need an Australian Visitor visa (subclass 600, Tourist stream), applied for online from outside Australia. It can allow a stay of up to 12 months, and you must show that you intend only to visit and have enough money for your stay.
Source: Australian Department of Home Affairs, Visitor visa · checked
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