Lifestyle & Nature

Details Duration: 14 days Closest International Airports: Sydney and Melbourne Areas featured: New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania

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Sydney, 3 days
Spend time exploring the vibrant, sophisticated city of Sydney, built around one of the world's most beautiful harbours. Enjoy the nightlife, admire the stunning opera house and relax on the golden sands of Bondi. Cruise the beautiful bays of Sydney Harbour. There's something for everyone - choose a trip on a paddle steamer, cruiser or yacht. There are day tours or evening cruises complete with cabaret.

Melbourne, 2 days
The graceful city of Melbourne is the cultural capital of Australia. Enjoy its art, food, fine wine and thriving café culture, then explore the nearby mountains, forests and ruggedly beautiful coastline. Explore the hills and vineyards of the beautiful Yarra Valley. Tour its quality wineries, taste fine wines and lunch at a winery or local restaurant.

Great Southern Touring Route, 5 days
From towering rainforests, fertile plains and cascading waterfalls to crashing surf beaches, coastal rock formations and historic gold mining towns -- drive the route from Melbourne and at every turn you'll see another magnificent view.

Tour Tasmania, 4 days
The wonderful, historic island of Tasmania is just a short plane trip from Melbourne. Enjoy its picturesque villages and the colonial elegance of Hobart, then explore its spectacular scenery on horseback or by 4WD safari.