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Magnificent Uluru, Sydney & Melbourne
Australia in 11 Days, 8 Nights in Destination
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$4,399
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Rachel
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Embark on an epic Aussie experience! Dive into Sydney's vibrant scene, marvel at Uluru, enjoy its sunrise, and explore Melbourne's gems. With stunning beaches and iconic landmarks, unforgettable memories await down under!
Trip Highlights
- Ayers Rock
- Melbourne
- Sydney
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All flights
Accommodation
Some transfers
Activities
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Departures available until December 2025
Available Group tours
Solo travelers available
Add up to 3 nights to your stay
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Accommodation: 8 Nights
Itinerary
Begin your adventure in Sydney, Australia's vibrant capital. Enjoy a tour visiting the historic Rocks area, CBD, and stunning Eastern Suburbs. Spend a free day exploring Sydney's highlights. Transfer to Ayers Rock for a guided sunrise at Uluru and a walk through Kata Tjuta. Then fly to Melbourne to explore Parliament House, Queen Victoria Market, and St Kilda before returning to Canada.
1st Day: Canada - Night on board
Ready to explore the best of Australia and finally see some of the places on your bucket list? It's time for an adventure down under! Pack your bags and head to your departure airport for a flight to Sydney. Overnight on board.
2nd Day: Continue your journey to Sydney
Continue your journey to Sydney. Due to the time difference, you will lose a day on your outward journey, but you will gain it back on your return. You are not in-flight for two full days.
3rd Day: Sydney
Arrive in Sydney and self-transfer to the hotel for some free time to relax after your journey. Sydney is the state capital of New South Wales and the most populous city in Australia. Bordered by the Pacific Ocean and the Hawkesbury River, it is considered one of the world's most beautiful and livable cities. It has an iconic skyline, wonderful museums, delicious restaurants, a lively atmosphere, and tons of natural beauty. It holds many attractions, but one of the most important is the Sydney Opera House, set on Sydney Harbour. Overnight stay in Sydney.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hotel Coronation or similar
317 Reviews
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4th Day: Sydney
Today you’ll enjoy a half-day panoramic tour of Sydney. You will visit the historic Rocks area and hear about early convict history. You’ll continue through the financially focused Central Business District (CBD) and Macquarie Street. Marvel at 18th-century sandstone architecture such as NSW Parliament House, Rum Hospital, Hyde Park Barracks, and St Mary’s Cathedral.
Then, head to Mrs. Macquarie’s Point to enjoy magnificent views of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Continue through Sydney's Eastern Suburbs, home to the rich and famous. Travel along the coves and shores of one of the world’s most impressive coastlines, making a few stops for photo opportunities, including a panoramic photo of the Sydney skyline. You will pass through areas such as Kings Cross, Double Bay, and Rose Bay before arriving at Watsons Bay.
Then you’ll have the option of a short coastal walk with views of the South Pacific Ocean and the entrance to Sydney Harbour. Travel on to the famous Bondi Beach, visit the beachfront promenade, put your toes in the sand, and see bronzed Aussie lifesavers and surfers riding the waves.
Continue on to Tamarama and Bronte beaches before returning to the city via Centennial Park and Paddington, a trendy district with its elegant terrace houses and boutique shops along Oxford Street. The final stop of the day will be Darling Harbour. Overnight stay in Sydney.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hotel Coronation or similar
317 Reviews
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Activities
Half-day panoramic tour of Sydney
Moderate
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5th Day: Sydney
Today you have a free day in Sydney! If you aren’t sure what to do, we recommend tha you join one of these optional activities: Blue Mountains & Wildlife Park Day Trip*, Hunter Valley Signature Wine Tour**, or Sydney’s Northern Beaches & Ku-ring-gai National Park Tour***. Overnight stay in Sydney.
*Blue Mountains Full Day Tour: The day starts with a visit to an outstanding wildlife park where you can get up close, interact, and learn about Australia’s amazing animals, birds, and reptiles. Kangaroos, wallabies, koalas, emus, wombats, etc. Further west into the mountains, you’ll take a short walk to see the amazing views of the Blue Mountains. Then head to the small town of Katoomba, and after lunch (not included) you’ll be taken on a long bush walk away from the crowds on national park tracks that stimulate the senses. Get up close to waterfalls, breathe in the fresh air, smell the eucalyptus trees, and see parrots and even a lyrebird. The final stop will be at the iconic Three Sisters.
**Hunter Valley Signature Wine Tour: Can you picture yourself exploring the stunning Hunter Valley wine region, tasting some of Australia’s best wine, food, cheese, chocolate, beer, and distilled spirits? This is your opportunity to make it happen and learn more about the wineries and wines grown in Australia.
***Sydney’s Northern Beaches & Ku-ring-gai National Park Tour: See the impressive beauty of Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, with its ancient Aboriginal sites, extensive waterways, and Aussie wildlife. Visit Palm Beach, where you’ll enjoy the amazing lookout points from The Spit, West Head, Narrabeen, Long Reef, and North Head. Then, travel down the winding roads passing the scenic seascapes of Bilgola to Narrabeen Beach for a chance to view one of the best surfing spots in Sydney. Then, get away from the crowds and stroll the cliffs along the Curl Curl boardwalk. Wrap up this amazing day with a ferry cruise on the iconic Manly Ferry.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hotel Coronation or similar
317 Reviews
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Activities
Blue Mountains Full Day Tour
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Hunter Valley Signature Wine Tour
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Sydney’s Northern Beaches & Ku-ring-gai National Park tour
Moderate
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6th Day: Sydney - Ayers Rock
Today you’ll self-transfer to Sydney Airtport to fly to the wonderful Ayers Rock and, upon arrival, transfer to the hotel.
Uluru, also known as Ayers Rock, is a large sandstone rock formation in the southern part of the Northern Territory in central Australia. Kata Tjuta and Uluru are the two major features of the Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park. The area around the formation is home to an abundance of springs, waterholes, rock caves, and ancient paintings. Uluru is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will have free time for the rest of the day to relax. Overnight stay in Ayers Rock.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
The Lost Camel Hotel or similar
442 Reviews
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7th Day: Ayers Rock
Today you’ll experience the two major landmarks in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Start with an amazing sunrise at Talinguru Nyakunytjaku in the Uluru sunrise viewing area. Here you’ll enjoy a warming cup of tea, coffee, or hot chocolate as the dawn creeps across the desert plain and lights up Uluru.
Afterwards, on the drive to Kata Tjuta, the guide will provide you with a historical overview of the National Park. Arrive at the 36 steep-sided domes, the other icon of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. See also Walpa Gorge, meaning ‘wind’ in the local Aboriginal language. Follow the path between two of the tallest domes of Kata Tjuta, to a lush oasis in the desert. Admire mulla mulla plants and spearwood trees at the end of the gorge. From here, enjoy a panoramic view of the southern side of Kata Tjuta, and see Uluru on the distant horizon. You can complete your day with an optional Uluru Sunset & Barbecue Dinner*. Overnight stay in Ayers Rock.
*Optional Uluru Sunset & Barbecue Dinner: Sit back and relax as you travel into the amazing Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Enjoy appetizers and complimentary Australian sparkling wine as the sun starts to move towards the western horizon and brings out the colors Uluru is famous for! After sunset, you will be transferred to the exclusive barbecue site. The site is within the Uluru National Park set amongst red sand dunes and desert oak trees providing a peaceful desert setting. Once at the site, you will enjoy a variety of Australian meats and salads, accompanied by wine, beer, or orange juice. Afterwards, your guide will conduct a tour of the night sky, describing and pointing out some of the visible constellations with the assistance of a high beam spotlight. The guide will also explain some Aboriginal stories that relate to the stars.
Note: Special dietary requests must be advised before 2 pm on the day of joining this optional activity.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
The Lost Camel Hotel or similar
442 Reviews
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Activities
Sunrise in Uluru and Kata Tjuta National Park Tour
Moderate
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Uluru Sunset & Barbecue Dinner
Light
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8th Day: Ayers Rock - Melbourne
Today you have the morning to enjoy at your own leisure. One possibility would be to join the optional Uluru's Best & Segway tour*.
Later you’ll transfer to Ayers Rock Airport for your flight to Melbourne. Upon arrival, self-transfer to your hotel. Located on Port Phillip Bay astride the Yarra River, Melbourne is the capital and most populous city in the state of Victoria, and the second most populous city in Australia. With a trendy and lively atmosphere, it is considered the cultural, gastronomic, sporting, fashion, and shopping capital of the country. Some of Melbourne’s main attractions are the stunning Botanical Gardens, the Royal Exhibition Building, the magnificent Anglican Cathedral of Saint Paul's, and the Shrine of Remembrance. Overnight stay in Melbourne.
*Uluru's Best & Segway Tour: This tour will give you an opportunity to see the best bits of Uluru on Segway and on foot. After arriving at Uluru, your guide will teach you how to ride a Segway. Once you’re comfortable on your Segway, you’ll get off the beaten path and journey around one quarter of Uluru’s massive base. This takes approximately one hour. Once you have explored one of the most scenic sections of Uluru aboard your Segway, you will dismount and visit Mutitjulu Waterhole on foot and see the largest waterhole around Uluru. After this, you will visit Uluru's famous Mala Walk where you can explore caves, see Aboriginal rock art, and learn about local Indigenous culture.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
The Victoria Hotel or similar
3764 Reviews
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Activities
Uluru's Best & Segway Tour
Moderate
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9th Day: Melbourne
Today you’ll enjoy a full-day tour of Melbourne. Start with the grand architecture of Eastern Hill, with buildings like Parliament House and the Treasury. Then wander down to the ‘Paris End’ of Collins Street and travel along the Golden Mile to see how the city was laid out during the ‘boom’ period of the 1850s Gold Rush. Take a peek into the culinary wonders of this cosmopolitan city with a visit to Queen Victoria Market, Australia’s largest open-air market. Continue this food theme as you arrive in Melbourne’s Little Italy, the home of the city’s famed coffee culture.
For sports fans, you’ll visit one of Australia’s biggest stadiums and learn all about the original game of Australian Rules Football. Next stop will be the Royal Botanical Gardens, home to rare and beautiful plants, breathtaking landscapes, and iconic buildings. Afterwards, you’ll escape the city to visit Melbourne’s most popular beach-side suburb, St Kilda. Before coming back to the hotel, travel along Port Phillip Bay to view mansions, historic sea baths, and Luna Park’s eye-catching rides in this beautiful seaside suburb. Overnight stay in Melbourne.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
The Victoria Hotel or similar
3764 Reviews
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Activities
Full-day tour of Melbourne
Moderate
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10th Day: Melbourne
Today you have a free day in Melbourne to enjoy at your own pace. Also, we recommend you to join one of these optional activities: the Great Ocean Road Eco Tour*, Puffing Billy & Healesville Sanctuary & Chocolaterie**, or Phillip Island & Moonlit Sanctuary***.
*Great Ocean Road Eco Tour: Departing Melbourne in the early morning, you will enjoy panoramic views of the city and Port Phillip Bay as you cross the Westgate Bridge, Australia’s longest bridge. Then, you’ll set out along the Great Ocean Road itself. At the township of Kennett River, you will make a brief detour into the sweetly-scented eucalyptus forest to locate some of the local koalas in their native habitat. The tour proceeds through the impressive Otway Ranges, where you’ll stop to enjoy a stroll in the cool temperate rainforest. And then it’s onwards to the world-famous Port Campbell National Park and its iconic array of rock formations. You’ll be awestruck by the majestic monoliths of the Twelve Apostles! Descend the steps to Gibsons Beach and listen to the legend of the Loch Ard, bringing the gorge to life in a way you never imagined.
**Puffing Billy, Healesville Sanctuary & Chocolaterie Visit: Enjoy this iconic steam train ride through the glorious Dandenong Ranges and enjoy a leisurely wander around beautiful Emerald Lake. Then, explore the world-renowned Healesville Sanctuary where you can wander at your leisure, viewing native animals such as koalas, kangaroos, platypus, birds of prey, and more. Finish with a visit to the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie where you can sample complimentary chocolates.
***Phillip Island & Moonlit Sanctuary Tour: Drive southeast from Melbourne to reach Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park where you will meet endangered species, kangaroos, wallabies, and koalas, plus an array of colorful birds and reptiles. The journey then leads onto Phillip Island, home of the Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix and the famous Little Penguins and the Penguin Parade. Head to the Visitor Centre and meander along the boardwalk to the viewing platform where you will see the little penguins come ashore, decked out in their tuxedos as they hurry off to find their burrows.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
The Victoria Hotel or similar
3764 Reviews
See our full selection
Activities
Great Ocean Road Eco tour
Light
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Puffing Billy, Healesville Sanctuary & Chocolaterie Visit
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Phillip Island & Moonlit Sanctuary Tour
Light
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11th Day: Night on board
It's time to bid farewell to Australia after an unforgettable journey of a lifetime. At the indicated time, self-transfer to the airport to catch a flight back to Canada.
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The price includes
- Included in all our trips. more information
- Departure from the main canadian airports.
- International flights: Canada - Sydney, Melbourne - Canada.
- Internal flights: Sydney - Ayers Rock, Ayers Rock - Melbourne.*more information
- 8 nights hotel accommodation in Charm category hotels.See hotels included
- Transfers only included in Ayers Rock.
- Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary with English speaking guide.See itinerary
- All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
- Guide/s during the excursions.
*The cancellation policy applicable is according to the Terms and Conditions available and agreed at the time of your purchase
Not included
Drinks, tips, and any other services not mentioned in what's included. Transfers are not included.
*Documentation of the internal flights will either be available in the "My bookings" section in your "Customer Area" 14 days before your trip or delivered to you on arrival at your destination. It is essential to fill in the passport information correctly for each passenger in the given boxes at the end of the reservations process.
Please note: some of the activities in this program involve walking, so please ask beforehand if you have any mobility difficulties.
Entry requirements
Valid passport with at least six months validity and a return ticket.
Visa
An ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) must be obtained online before travelling: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-finder/visit
Currency
Australian Dollar.
Language
English.
Electricity
220 V and 240 V. Adapter required.
Health
There are no mandatory vaccinations for travellers from Canada.
Time zone
UTC + 08:00 to UTC + 10:00.
Other useful information
People drive on the left-hand side of the road.
Tourist Office website
https://www.australia.com/en-ca
Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline's website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.
Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.
In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or canceled without prior notice.
If you have reduced mobility, require the use of a wheelchair, or you would prefer this tour to be a private experience for you and your group, you must contact our Experts at +1 778 807 9750 before booking to ensure that your needs can be met.
While on the road, it is highly unlikely that the vehicle will be equipped with wifi or bathroom facilities, though rest stops will be made for long trips. We recommend purchasing a new SIM card at the airport or placing an e-SIM before travel to guarantee internet connection.
Room allocation: We will do our best to accommodate your family in the same room. If availability doesn't permit this, we guarantee your family will be accommodated as close together as possible. Children will always be accomodated in a room with at least 1 adult.
Booster seats: Not available in all destinations. Feel free to take your own if you need one.
When booking a triple room, note that these accommodations are not larger than a double room, but will include either one double or two single beds and a sofa bed/rollaway.
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