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7-Day Sydney to Melbourne: Australia's Iconic Cities by Train

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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 10
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Sydney

    Sydney
    Start point
    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia (Arrival: Sydney Airport SYD)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (202 Elizabeth 3* or similar), Hotel 4* (Hotel Morris Sydney - Handwritten Collection 4* or similar)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore nearby attractions
  3. Day 2

    Sydney

    Sydney
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (202 Elizabeth 3* or similar), Hotel 4* (Hotel Morris Sydney - Handwritten Collection 4* or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Guided sightseeing tour of Sydney
    • Air-conditioned bus tour with experienced local guide
    • Photo stops at multiple sightseeing locations
    • Views of Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge from Mrs Macquarie's Point
    • Visit to Royal Botanic Garden and the Domain
    • Scenic views of Rose Bay and Watsons Bay
    • Tour conclusion near Sydney Opera House

    Optional Activities

    • Entrance fees to Art Gallery of New South Wales
    • Food and drinks
    Landmarks
    Archibald Fountain
    Hyde Park
    St Mary's Cathedral
    Mrs Macquarie's Point
    Sydney Opera House
    Sydney Harbour Bridge
    Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
    The Domain
    Art Gallery of New South Wales
    Kings Cross
    Rose Bay
    Watsons Bay
  4. Day 3

    Sydney - Blue Mountains

    Sydney - Blue Mountains
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (202 Elizabeth 3* or similar), Hotel 4* (Hotel Morris Sydney - Handwritten Collection 4* or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Sydney Zoo admission
    • Complimentary guided talk about local Indigenous communities
    • National park fees
    • Air-conditioned transportation with friendly and informative driver-guide
    • Visit to Echo Point and Three Sisters rock formation
    • Scenic viewpoints overlooking Katoomba Falls
    • Access to Prince Henry Cliff Walk lookouts (Orphan Rock Lookout, Katoomba Falls Lookout, Cliff View Lookout, Juliet's Balcony)

    Optional Activities

    • Scenic World attractions (Skyway, Cableway, Scenic Railway) - available at own expense on standard tour, included with Blue Mountains Deluxe Tour option
    • Ferry ticket from Sydney Olympic Park Wharf along Parramatta River to Circular Quay
    • Self-guided hike along Prince Henry Cliff Walk
    Landmarks
    Vibe Hotel Sydney
    Sydney Zoo
    Blue Mountains National Park
    Echo Point
    Three Sisters rock formation
    Prince Henry Cliff Walk
    Orphan Rock Lookout
    Katoomba Falls Lookout
    Cliff View Lookout
    Juliet's Balcony
    Scenic World
    Sydney Olympic Park Wharf
  5. Day 4

    Sydney to Melbourne

    Sydney to Melbourne
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (ibis Styles Melbourne Southbank 3* or similar), Hotel 4* ( Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank by IHG 4* or similar)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Melbourne's famous laneways and street art
    • Discover Melbourne's café culture
    • Browse local shops
    Landmarks
    Sydney Central Station
    Southern Cross Station
  6. Day 5

    Melbourne - Great Ocean Road - 12 Apostles

    Melbourne - Great Ocean Road - 12 Apostles
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (ibis Styles Melbourne Southbank 3* or similar), Hotel 4* ( Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank by IHG 4* or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Guided full-day tour with friendly and knowledgeable driver-guide
    • Air-conditioned transportation
    • Wildlife viewing opportunities
    • Visit to Memorial Arch
    • Stop in Apollo Bay coastal town
    • Guided rainforest bushwalk at Melba Gully (approximately 20 minutes)
    • Visit to Twelve Apostles limestone formations
    • Visit to Loch Ard Gorge and surrounding formations (Archway, Razorback, Dumpling Pots)
    • Learning about maritime history and famous shipwrecks

    Optional Activities

    • Morning tea and refreshments at The Chocolateries in Bellbrae
    • Lunch in Apollo Bay
    • Optional purchases at local stops
    Landmarks
    Immigration Museum
    Great Ocean Road
    The Chocolateries
    Bellbrae
    Memorial Arch
    Apollo Bay
    Melba Gully
    Twelve Apostles
    Loch Ard Gorge
    The Archway
    The Razorback
    Dumpling Pots
  7. Day 6

    Melbourne

    Melbourne
    Meals
    Breakfast, Coffee (Barista-made coffee with sweet treat at Degraves Lane)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (ibis Styles Melbourne Southbank 3* or similar), Hotel 4* ( Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Southbank by IHG 4* or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Scenic cruise on the Yarra River aboard the Elizabeth Anne
    • Local expert tour guide
    • Views of Melbourne's skyline and iconic Royal Barge experience
    • Views of Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) and Rod Laver Arena from the river
    • Guided walk through Royal Botanic Gardens (approximately 45 minutes)
    • Guided walking tour through Melbourne's laneways and street art (Hosier Lane and AC/DC Lane)
    • Melbourne coffee experience with barista-made coffee and sweet treat at Degraves Lane
    • Return Yarra River cruise

    Optional Activities

    • Additional food and drinks
    • Personal expenses
    Landmarks
    Crown Floating Landing
    Yarra River
    Elizabeth Anne
    Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)
    Rod Laver Arena
    Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne
    Hosier Lane
    AC/DC Lane
    Degraves Lane
    South Wharf
  8. Day 7

    Melbourne

    Melbourne
    End point
    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia (Departure: Melbourne Airport MEL)
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Landmarks
    Melbourne Airport

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