Australia 09Nights 10Days

Name: Australia 09Nights 10Days
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Experience the best of Australia on this 10-day adventure, exploring Sydney, the Great Barrier Reef, and Melbourne.

Discover Sydney’s Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and Bondi Beach, then venture into the Blue Mountains. Fly to Cairns and explore Port Douglas, the Great Barrier Reef, and the Daintree Rainforest. Conclude in Melbourne, enjoying its vibrant street art and coastal charm. Take a scenic Great Ocean Road trip before wrapping up your journey. A perfect mix of city highlights, wildlife, and natural wonders!

Categories: Australia, Camping, Hotels, Mountain Trips

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Sydney

Arrive in Sydney and check in to your hotel.
Relax at Circular Quay, taking in views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House.
Enjoy a scenic sunset at Mrs Macquarie’s Chair.
Dine at one of the waterfront restaurants at Darling Harbour.

Day 2: Sydney City & Coastal Highlights

Walk across the Sydney Harbour Bridge or experience the Bridge Climb.
Explore The Rocks, a historic district with markets, cafés, and heritage sites.
Take a guided tour of the Sydney Opera House.
Spend the afternoon at Bondi Beach, followed by the scenic Bondi to Coogee coastal walk.
Optional: Visit Taronga Zoo to see Australian wildlife.
Conclude the day with sunset drinks at Icebergs Dining Room and Bar in Bondi.

Day 3: Blue Mountains Excursion

Embark on a full-day tour of the Blue Mountains (1.5-hour drive from Sydney).
Visit Echo Point for panoramic views of the Three Sisters.
Experience Scenic World, including the Scenic Railway, Skyway, and Cableway.
Explore rainforest trails and admire stunning waterfalls.
Return to Sydney for a relaxed evening and dinner.

Day 4: Fly to Cairns – Transfer to Port Douglas

Take a morning flight to Cairns (~3 hours).
Transfer to Port Douglas via a scenic 1-hour coastal drive.
Unwind at Four Mile Beach.
Stroll through Macrossan Street, home to boutiques, cafés, and bars.
Enjoy sunset views from Rex Lookout.

Day 5: Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling & Diving

Set off on a full-day Great Barrier Reef tour.
Snorkel or scuba dive at Agincourt Reef or an Outer Reef pontoon.
Enjoy a buffet lunch onboard while admiring the reef’s marine life.
Spot vibrant corals, sea turtles, and reef sharks.
Return to Port Douglas for a relaxed evening.

Day 6: Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation

Start the day at Mossman Gorge, where you can swim in crystal-clear waters.
Explore the Daintree Rainforest, the world’s oldest tropical rainforest.
Take a Daintree River cruise to spot crocodiles and exotic wildlife.
Visit Cape Tribulation, where the rainforest meets the reef.
Return to Port Douglas for dinner at a local seafood restaurant.

Day 7: Fly to Melbourne – City Exploration

Take a morning flight to Melbourne (~3.5 hours).
Visit Federation Square and Flinders Street Station.
Discover Melbourne’s famous street art at Hosier Lane and visit the ACMI museum.
Browse fresh produce and souvenirs at Queen Victoria Market.
End the day with panoramic city views from Eureka Skydeck 88.

Day 8: Great Ocean Road Adventure

Embark on a full-day Great Ocean Road tour.
Stop at Bells Beach, Lorne, and Kennett River (home to wild koalas).
Marvel at the breathtaking limestone formations of the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge.
Return to Melbourne in the evening.

Day 9: Melbourne’s Culture & Wildlife

Start the day with specialty coffee at Degraves Street.
Stroll through the Royal Botanic Gardens and visit the Shrine of Remembrance.
Relax at St Kilda Beach and watch the penguins at St Kilda Pier.
Optional: Take a day trip to Phillip Island to witness the Penguin Parade.
Enjoy a farewell dinner at a rooftop bar or in Melbourne’s Chinatown.