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Trip Overview

Destination: Australia

Travel Dates: December 2026

Group Size: 8 Adults

Contact Us

Agent’s Name: Sara Chelwick

Email: chelwicktravelco@gmail.com

Phone Number: (949)432-9024

Itinerary

Dec 12

Depart USA afternoon/evening flight

Dec 13

In Flight

Dec 14

Arrive in Melbourne in the morning or midday.

Check into your hotel and enjoy the afternoon/evening at your leisure. Consider a food tour after a long day of travel.

Dec 15

Explore what Melbourne has to offer. Let Maxx give you his custom walking tour of the city or opt for a professional walking tour to get an overview of Melbourne.

Dec 16

Continue exploring Melbourne or venture outside the city to experience the surrounding landscape. Consider the Puffing Billy Historic Steam Train for lush forest vies, a trip to Phillip Island for a chance to see kangaroos, koalas and penguins or a drive along the Great Ocean Road for awe inspiring landscapes.

Dec 17

Enjoy a leisurely morning before flying to Sydney (1.5 hours)

Take an afternoon sightseeing cruise or walking tour to get familiar with the city.

Dec 18

Spend the day exploring Sydney. For those interested consider a tour of the Opera House or Climb the Bridge for spectacular views. Make your way to Taronga Zoo for a beautiful view of Sydney and the opportunity to see all the animals native to Australia.

Dec 19

Take a day trip to the Blue Mountains. Consider a guided tour to see the highlights and get the opportunity for bush walks and animal viewings or opt for the hop on hop off bus to explore at your own pace. Both are great options to avoid the hassle of renting cars.

Dec 20

Head south and get in nature for some opportunities to see wombats and kangaroos in the wild.

Dec 21

Spend some time at Bondi Beach checking out the local restaurants and learning how to surf. Consider doing the Bondi Beach to Coogee Coastal Walk along the rugged coastline.

Dec 22

Fly home from Sydney

Activities & Tours

Melbourne

Experience the Great Ocean Road’s top attractions on this guided excursion that follows the iconic road in reverse. Embark on your journey and beat the crowds while learning about the region’s scenic landscapes and pretty coastal towns from an informative guide. Visit sites including the 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, Apollo Bay, and Gibson Steps.

See the best of Phillip Island on this group tour from Melbourne, where all the details are taken care of so you just need to relax and take in the sites. Keep your eyes peeled for kangaroos, koalas, and the adorable tiny penguins who populate the island. Make sure your cameras are charged for photos at beautiful viewpoints, like at Cowes, and more.

Enjoy a more relaxed experience of Melbourne than you’d get in a traditional tour vehicle on a walking tour that provides the ultimate introduction if you're visiting for the first time. You’ll stop to hear tales and trivia that you’re unlikely to find in the guidebook about top Melbourne attractions such as Federation Square, Hosier Lane, Old Melbourne Gaol, and much more.

Melbourne is Australia’s culinary capital, but to discover the city’s foodie hotspots, you need a local guide. On this food walking tour, explore Melbourne’s atmospheric laneways and arcades; visit the city’s coolest bars, cafés, and street food stalls; and sample everything from Chinese dumplings to sweet pastries. This small-group tour is limited to 10 people for an authentic local experience.

Ride a heritage steam train and experience a piece of Melbourne’s history first-hand on this sightseeing experience. Soak up the scenery of the Dandenong Ranges with your legs dangling out of the unique open-sided carriages. Explore the Puffing Billy Railway Lakeside Visitor Centre, where you can traverse Emerald Lake Park and grab some food. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Sydney

Make the most of your time in Sydney on a morning or afternoon sightseeing tour that fits all of the city’s best bits into just a few hours. Snap photos of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, visit glamorous Bondi Beach, travel through The Rocks and Paddington, and take in the views from Mrs. Macquarie’s Point. Learn more about the city’s history from your guide along the way.

No trip to Sydney is complete without a cruise through Sydney Harbour where you can see many of the city’s iconic landmarks. Climb aboard your vessel for a 90-minute ride to explore Sydney’s historic landmarks, hidden beaches, and magnificent cliffs. Listen to live commentary detailing the harbor's rich history as you soak in the views.

Explore through the Sydney Opera House and experience a fascinating insider look at this Sydney icon. Follow your guide through the UNESCO World Heritage–listed building on a walking tour while they share entertaining stories about the revered performance center's history and providing access to spaces usually reserved for ticket holders and show goers.

Enjoy a full-day visit to the Blue Mountains from Sydney. Your tour of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed park visits highlights including the Three Sisters, Wentworth Falls, and the Jamison Valley. En route, stop at Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park to see native Australian wildlife such as kangaroos and koalas that you may not get a chance to see in the wild.

Blue Mountains Tour

$139/person

Rather than rent a car and navigate unfamiliar roads, take a hop-on, hop-off bus tour of the Blue Mountains with a sightseeing pass valid for three days. Your bus stops at 29 convenient locations, where you can hop off to visit mountain towns, snap photos from the Three Sisters and Echo Point lookouts, and more. Plus, you can upgrade to the Lyrebrird Pass to add a Scenic World unlimited ride pass.

See Sydney from a unique point of view with this Harbour Bridge climbing experience. Perfect for thrill-seekers, especially those with a head for heights, climb to the summit of the landmark bridge, all under the watchful eye of your guide. Take in the panoramic views of the city before making your way back down. A great way to cap off an Australian vacation by doing something a little different.

Bridge Climb

$200/person

Learn the art of surfing with a lesson from a qualified instructor at the world-famous Bondi Beach, a short hop from central Sydney. Get an informative and fun surfing lesson with your instructor, who shows you the basics, including getting up on the board, reading the conditions, and catching waves.

Surfing Lesson

$69/person

Get out of the city and into the wild on this small-group tour with guaranteed sightings of wildlife. Visit viewing platforms, national parks with waterfalls, and other areas to get up close to charming wombats and kangaroos in their natural habitat. You also enjoy several Australian snacks throughout the day including meat pies and a delicious dinner at a historic pub.

Contact us with questions or to book at chelwicktravelco@gmail.com or (949)432-9024