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10 Day Sydney to Cairns to Melbourne Icons of Australia Tour

About this experience

Explore Australia on this 10-day journey from Sydney to Cairns to Melbourne.
Discover the wonders of Sydney with its Opera House and natural harbour. A tour of the city’s sights is included, as well as a full day tour to the Blue Mountains National Park. This tour takes you to see the wilderness areas & the abundant native wildlife. You could even see a kangaroo!

From Sydney fly to Cairns, and explore Far North Queensland with a day tour to the ancient Daintree Rainforest and the beautiful beaches of Cape Tribulation. Visit the Great Barrier Reef from Cairns you’ll enjoy a cruise to Green Island. Discover reef locations that are ideal for snorkelling and experiencing the reef up close.

Next up is a domestic flight to Melbourne. A full day tour takes you out of the city to explore Australia’s most famous scenic highway, the Great Ocean Road. Then join a special tour of Phillip Island, where you’ll see the famous Penguin Parade at dusk for another incredible wildlife experience.

At a glance

  • Duration: 240 hr

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10 Day Sydney to Cairns to Melbourne Icons of Australia Tour

Plan your experience

Time on the tour240 hr
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)

Set aside 240 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What is included

  • Dometic Flights Sydney to Cairns to Melbourne, Includes flight and 23 kgs luggage per person
  • 3 nights Cairns at Abbot Hotel, Mantra Esplande Hotel, Southern Cross Apartments or similar.
  • Sydney City Sights Tour & Blue Mountains Day Tour.
  • Daintree Rainforest Day Tour. Great Barrier Reef Cruise
  • Accommodation - 9 nights in comfortable hotels, Standard rooms based on twin share
  • 3 nights Sydney YHES Hotel, Ibis Hotel or similar
  • Great Ocean Road Day Tour, Penguins & Wildlife Tour
  • 3 nights Melbourne at Victoria Hotel, Brady Hotel, Ibis Hotel or similar.

Not included

  • Airport to Hotel return transfers.
  • Melas are not included in the cost
  • Tipping to Tour Guides
  • Travel Insurance
  • Items of a Personal Nature and extra Sight-seeing Tour
  • Single Supplement for solo travellers - own room

Itinerary and highlights

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Meeting and pickup information

  • Your will be picked up at your hotel, or walk /uber to the nearest departure point. This multi day tour visits Sydney, Cairns and Melbourne with flights included.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Paper

Tour operator

  • Travel Made Easy

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 240 hr.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Paper ticket only accepted.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 3–11; Youth tickets: age 12–17; Adult tickets: age 18+; Senior tickets: age 71+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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