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Australia Coast to Coast

Australia Coast to Coast
Explore Australia from coast to coast as you get to know all of this island country’s most unique sides. From the hidden laneways of Melbourne, to the West Coast’s unique Perth, to Sydney iconic harbor, the faces of Australia shine. Enjoy unique culinary activities, meet with some of the country’s fuzzy locals and check out some of the most renowned sites. Crossing the country by air and by train, this journey from coast to coast brings out Australia’s fantastic cuisine and well-known wildlife as you hit some of the land Down Under’s hottest spots.

Your Itinerary Includes:

  • Roundtrip airport transfers
  • 3 nights Melbourne
  • Melbourne City Tour
  • Lanes & Arcades Walking Tour
  • 3 nights Perth
  • Perth, Cottesloe, Fremantle City tour
  • 4 nights Indian Pacific Train
  • 3 nights Sydney
  • Sydney Harbour Cruise
  • BridgeClimb Summit, Day Climb
  • The Rocks Dreaming Aboriginal Heritage tour
  • Meals: 13 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners

05/15/2025 through 03/27/2026
04/01/2025 through 03/31/2026

Day 1

A vibrant cultural center in the land “Down Under,” Melbourne, Australia will entice you with its aromatic cafés, lush nature parks, immersive museums, and dedication to the arts.

Situated on the southern coast of the Australian continent, the warm sands and turquoise waters of Brighton Beach, which hugs Port Phillip Bay, invites you to relax and sunbathe. An array of colorful and vintage bathing boxes lines the shore and makes for a vivid photo op. North of Brighton Beach, St. Kilda Beach has amusements galore, including the iconic wooden coaster of Luna Park and an amazing view of the sunsets on St. Kilda Pier. Head to the pier’s breakwater to catch a glimpse of some St. Kilda penguins, who frequent its sturdy rocks at night.

The many diversions of the city center are guaranteed to entertain and delight! From the bustling Queen Victoria market, filled with delectable baked goods, fresh fruits and veggies, and unique souvenirs, to the stunning National Gallery of Victoria, whose thousands of distinct art pieces are illuminated by the glow of a stained-glass ceiling, Melbourne is a cultural and recreational haven. Stroll through quaint boutiques within the Block Arcade, learn about the city’s love of cricket at the National Sports Museum in the Melbourne Cricket Ground arena, or immerse yourself in the educational exhibits at the ever-popular Scienceworks Museum.

Melbourne’s natural beauty will astound and enchant you. Make a quick trip east of Melbourne to explore Yarra Valley, which offers dozens of wineries and rich Australian wines to sample. Steps from the city center, the Royal Botanic Garden encompasses an almost hundred-acre park filled with native flora and is a great spot to unwind after a long day of exploration. Follow the coastline west to find resplendent waterfalls and national parks, including the Great Otway National Park and Port Campbell National Park, where hiking, canoeing, and a whole host of outdoor activities await.

Melbourne is the perfect metropolitan hub for many Australian adventures!


Day 2

A vibrant cultural center in the land “Down Under,” Melbourne, Australia will entice you with its aromatic cafés, lush nature parks, immersive museums, and dedication to the arts.

Situated on the southern coast of the Australian continent, the warm sands and turquoise waters of Brighton Beach, which hugs Port Phillip Bay, invites you to relax and sunbathe. An array of colorful and vintage bathing boxes lines the shore and makes for a vivid photo op. North of Brighton Beach, St. Kilda Beach has amusements galore, including the iconic wooden coaster of Luna Park and an amazing view of the sunsets on St. Kilda Pier. Head to the pier’s breakwater to catch a glimpse of some St. Kilda penguins, who frequent its sturdy rocks at night.

The many diversions of the city center are guaranteed to entertain and delight! From the bustling Queen Victoria market, filled with delectable baked goods, fresh fruits and veggies, and unique souvenirs, to the stunning National Gallery of Victoria, whose thousands of distinct art pieces are illuminated by the glow of a stained-glass ceiling, Melbourne is a cultural and recreational haven. Stroll through quaint boutiques within the Block Arcade, learn about the city’s love of cricket at the National Sports Museum in the Melbourne Cricket Ground arena, or immerse yourself in the educational exhibits at the ever-popular Scienceworks Museum.

Melbourne’s natural beauty will astound and enchant you. Make a quick trip east of Melbourne to explore Yarra Valley, which offers dozens of wineries and rich Australian wines to sample. Steps from the city center, the Royal Botanic Garden encompasses an almost hundred-acre park filled with native flora and is a great spot to unwind after a long day of exploration. Follow the coastline west to find resplendent waterfalls and national parks, including the Great Otway National Park and Port Campbell National Park, where hiking, canoeing, and a whole host of outdoor activities await.

Melbourne is the perfect metropolitan hub for many Australian adventures!


Day 3

Situated on the coast of South Australia, Adelaide shines as one of Australia’s cultural centers and boasts extraordinary natural beauty throughout.

The city center brims with tons of attractions guaranteed to entice any traveler, from the sprawling Adelaide Central Market, to Adelaide Zoo, to Adelaide Oval Stadium. Be sure to marvel at the city’s unique collection of flora in the Adelaide Botanic Garden, then stop for a tasting of the region’s best wines at the National Wine Centre, mere steps from the botanical gardens.

Just outside the city limits, the Cleland Conservation Park offers both spectacular wildlife, including native koalas, kangaroos, and wallabies, and cascading waterfalls, the most famous being Waterfall Gully. Better yet, make the trek to Kangaroo Island, just across the St. Vincent Gulf from Adelaide, to see even more indigenous animals on the island’s many hiking trails.

Travel west of Adelaide to the Glenelg neighborhood and unwind on the warm sands of Glenelg Beach, or stop by the collection of museums, which includes the popular Art Gallery of South Australia, near the University of Adelaide.

With so much to see and do, charming Adelaide is likely to become your next favorite Australian destination!


Day 4
Day 5 Perth is pleasantly sited on the Swan and Canning rivers, with the cerulean Indian Ocean to the west and the ancient Darling Ranges to the east. It claims to be the sunniest state capital in Australia and the most isolated capital city in the world.

Perth has a wide variety of accommodation catering for all tastes and price brackets. The main area for budget accommodation is Northbridge, while hotels, motels and holiday flats of all standards are spread throughout the city. Perth is known for its excellent seafood restaurants, but Asian food halls serving a range of cuisines are now very popular. Northbridge is definitely the place to go for nightlife, especially on Friday night.

The city centre is fairly compact, situated on a sweep of the Swan River. The river, which borders the city centre to the south and east, links Perth to its port, Fremantle. The western end of Perth rises to the pleasant Kings Park, which overlooks the city. Perth experiences hot, dry summers and mild, rainy winters. One peculiarity of the local weather is the `Fremantle Doctor', a wind that blows in from the sea in the late afternoon. It is often welcomed by Western Australians as it clears away the oppressive heat.

Perth residents claim the city has the best beaches and surf of any Australian city. There are calm bay beaches on the Swan River at Crawley, Peppermint Grove and Como. Or you can try a whole string of patrolled surf beaches on the Indian Ocean coast, including Perth's very popular nude beach at Swanbourne. Scarborough is known for its beachside café society, and is great for experienced surfers and sailboarders. Perhaps the best beach of all is on secluded Carnac Island, frequented by the odd marooned human and some sea lions.

The Darling Ranges surround Perth and are popular for picnics, barbecues and bushwalks. There are also excellent lookouts with views over Perth and the coast. Araluen, with its waterfalls, Mundaring Weir, Lake Leschenaultia, and Gooseberry Hill and Kalamunda national parks are all areas of interest. The green and lush Avon Valley, 50km north-east of Perth, looks very English and proved a delight to homesick early settlers. There are many historic buildings in the area and in the spring, many wildflowers are on display. New Norcia, 132km north of Perth, is decidedly incongruous - Australia's very own setting for The Name of the Rose. It was established as a Spanish Benedictine mission in 1846 and is still occupied by monks. It boasts a fine collection of classic Spanish buildings.

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Day 9

Situated on the coast of South Australia, Adelaide shines as one of Australia’s cultural centers and boasts extraordinary natural beauty throughout.

The city center brims with tons of attractions guaranteed to entice any traveler, from the sprawling Adelaide Central Market, to Adelaide Zoo, to Adelaide Oval Stadium. Be sure to marvel at the city’s unique collection of flora in the Adelaide Botanic Garden, then stop for a tasting of the region’s best wines at the National Wine Centre, mere steps from the botanical gardens.

Just outside the city limits, the Cleland Conservation Park offers both spectacular wildlife, including native koalas, kangaroos, and wallabies, and cascading waterfalls, the most famous being Waterfall Gully. Better yet, make the trek to Kangaroo Island, just across the St. Vincent Gulf from Adelaide, to see even more indigenous animals on the island’s many hiking trails.

Travel west of Adelaide to the Glenelg neighborhood and unwind on the warm sands of Glenelg Beach, or stop by the collection of museums, which includes the popular Art Gallery of South Australia, near the University of Adelaide.

With so much to see and do, charming Adelaide is likely to become your next favorite Australian destination!


Day 10

Situated on the coast of South Australia, Adelaide shines as one of Australia’s cultural centers and boasts extraordinary natural beauty throughout.

The city center brims with tons of attractions guaranteed to entice any traveler, from the sprawling Adelaide Central Market, to Adelaide Zoo, to Adelaide Oval Stadium. Be sure to marvel at the city’s unique collection of flora in the Adelaide Botanic Garden, then stop for a tasting of the region’s best wines at the National Wine Centre, mere steps from the botanical gardens.

Just outside the city limits, the Cleland Conservation Park offers both spectacular wildlife, including native koalas, kangaroos, and wallabies, and cascading waterfalls, the most famous being Waterfall Gully. Better yet, make the trek to Kangaroo Island, just across the St. Vincent Gulf from Adelaide, to see even more indigenous animals on the island’s many hiking trails.

Travel west of Adelaide to the Glenelg neighborhood and unwind on the warm sands of Glenelg Beach, or stop by the collection of museums, which includes the popular Art Gallery of South Australia, near the University of Adelaide.

With so much to see and do, charming Adelaide is likely to become your next favorite Australian destination!


Day 11

Sydney, Australia's iconic harbor city, is a dazzling blend of natural beauty and urban sophistication. At the heart of its allure is the world-renowned Sydney Opera House, an architectural marvel that hosts an array of performances from opera to contemporary music. Its distinctive sail-like design makes it one of the most photographed buildings in the world. A tour of the Opera House offers insights into its fascinating history and architectural innovations.

Nearby, the Sydney Harbour Bridge provides a thrilling experience for adventure seekers. Visitors can climb to the top of this steel giant for panoramic views of the city and harbor, a breathtaking way to appreciate Sydney’s spectacular waterfront. For those who prefer a more leisurely experience, a walk across the bridge offers equally stunning vistas.

Sydney's beaches are legendary, with Bondi Beach standing out as a must-visit destination. Known for its golden sands and surf culture, Bondi is perfect for a day of sunbathing or taking a dip in the Pacific. The Bondi to Coogee coastal walk offers scenic views of the rugged coastline and is a great way to explore other beautiful beaches along the way.

Fun fact: Sydney's Taronga Zoo is unique for its conservation efforts and its stunning location overlooking Sydney Harbour. It's one of the few zoos in the world where you can see animals while enjoying views of the iconic skyline.


Day 12

Sydney, Australia's iconic harbor city, is a dazzling blend of natural beauty and urban sophistication. At the heart of its allure is the world-renowned Sydney Opera House, an architectural marvel that hosts an array of performances from opera to contemporary music. Its distinctive sail-like design makes it one of the most photographed buildings in the world. A tour of the Opera House offers insights into its fascinating history and architectural innovations.

Nearby, the Sydney Harbour Bridge provides a thrilling experience for adventure seekers. Visitors can climb to the top of this steel giant for panoramic views of the city and harbor, a breathtaking way to appreciate Sydney’s spectacular waterfront. For those who prefer a more leisurely experience, a walk across the bridge offers equally stunning vistas.

Sydney's beaches are legendary, with Bondi Beach standing out as a must-visit destination. Known for its golden sands and surf culture, Bondi is perfect for a day of sunbathing or taking a dip in the Pacific. The Bondi to Coogee coastal walk offers scenic views of the rugged coastline and is a great way to explore other beautiful beaches along the way.

Fun fact: Sydney's Taronga Zoo is unique for its conservation efforts and its stunning location overlooking Sydney Harbour. It's one of the few zoos in the world where you can see animals while enjoying views of the iconic skyline.


Day 13

Sydney, Australia's iconic harbor city, is a dazzling blend of natural beauty and urban sophistication. At the heart of its allure is the world-renowned Sydney Opera House, an architectural marvel that hosts an array of performances from opera to contemporary music. Its distinctive sail-like design makes it one of the most photographed buildings in the world. A tour of the Opera House offers insights into its fascinating history and architectural innovations.

Nearby, the Sydney Harbour Bridge provides a thrilling experience for adventure seekers. Visitors can climb to the top of this steel giant for panoramic views of the city and harbor, a breathtaking way to appreciate Sydney’s spectacular waterfront. For those who prefer a more leisurely experience, a walk across the bridge offers equally stunning vistas.

Sydney's beaches are legendary, with Bondi Beach standing out as a must-visit destination. Known for its golden sands and surf culture, Bondi is perfect for a day of sunbathing or taking a dip in the Pacific. The Bondi to Coogee coastal walk offers scenic views of the rugged coastline and is a great way to explore other beautiful beaches along the way.

Fun fact: Sydney's Taronga Zoo is unique for its conservation efforts and its stunning location overlooking Sydney Harbour. It's one of the few zoos in the world where you can see animals while enjoying views of the iconic skyline.


Day 14

Situated on the coast of South Australia, Adelaide shines as one of Australia’s cultural centers and boasts extraordinary natural beauty throughout.

The city center brims with tons of attractions guaranteed to entice any traveler, from the sprawling Adelaide Central Market, to Adelaide Zoo, to Adelaide Oval Stadium. Be sure to marvel at the city’s unique collection of flora in the Adelaide Botanic Garden, then stop for a tasting of the region’s best wines at the National Wine Centre, mere steps from the botanical gardens.

Just outside the city limits, the Cleland Conservation Park offers both spectacular wildlife, including native koalas, kangaroos, and wallabies, and cascading waterfalls, the most famous being Waterfall Gully. Better yet, make the trek to Kangaroo Island, just across the St. Vincent Gulf from Adelaide, to see even more indigenous animals on the island’s many hiking trails.

Travel west of Adelaide to the Glenelg neighborhood and unwind on the warm sands of Glenelg Beach, or stop by the collection of museums, which includes the popular Art Gallery of South Australia, near the University of Adelaide.

With so much to see and do, charming Adelaide is likely to become your next favorite Australian destination!


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