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Coastal Highlights

From £1243

Excluding Flights

10 Nights

Year Round

Overview

Drive the coastal road between Melbourne and Sydney enjoying spectacular scenery, delightful seafood and encountering local wildlife. This scenic driving route is the perfect way to travel between Melbourne and Sydney, allowing plenty of time to enjoy the numerous lakes, rivers and beaches that form this attractive area.

Explore the boutique stores and galleries of the Mornington Peninsula before heading east to the Gippsland Lakes. Here you can enjoy numerous watersports and hiking trails, search for a variety of endemic wildlife species or simply relax and enjoy the beaches and mountain scenery for which the region is famous.

Excellent seafood is widely available along the coast and this itinerary offers the chance to relax and indulge in true Australian style. You’ll also have time to explore the cities of contrasting cities of Melbourne and Sydney taking in parks, gardens and iconic landmarks including the Opera House and Harbour Bridge.

Itinerary

On arrival in Melbourne you will be transferred by shuttle to your hotel. Spend the rest of today at leisure exploring this vibrant and arty city.

Spend more time exploring the cosmopolitan city of Melbourne offering some great boutique shopping, numerous cafes and a thriving atmosphere that is balanced by the relaxing surrounds of Fitzroy Gardens and the Royal Botanical Gardens. Some of the world’s greatest sporting events are held here every year and the city is a real multicultural destination.

Optional Experiences

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Lanes & Arcades Walking Tour, Melbourne

Have you ever been to a city and wondered what all the fuss was about? Or wasted time trying to find that renowned local cafe you were told of and ended up missing everything? Melbourne's arcades and laneways hide many of these answers.
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Victoria's Wine and Wildlife Tour, Melbourne

Nestled in a glorious bushland setting and with the largest collection of Australian native wildlife in the world, Healesville Sanctuary provides the ultimate Australian wildlife experience.

Wilsons Promontory National Park Tour, Melbourne

“The Prom” as it is favourably known to locals is a haven for birders and hikers, with unspoilt white sand beaches, abundant wildlife and breath-taking scenery.

Collect your rental car and explore the Mornington Peninsula, arguably Melbourne’s best kept secret. Some of the highlights of the area include Art and craft markets, antique stores, bush walks, Millionaire’s Walk, and koala and penguin reserves. The Peninsula is also one of Australia’s finest wine producing regions.

Travel through the Gippsland Lakes district, Australia’s largest inland water system. It is a popular holiday destination with wonderful beaches as well as a spectacular hinterland with mountains, rivers and forests. Wildlife in the area includes dolphins, water birds, kangaroos, wombats and koalas.

Enjoy a day of leisurely exploration taking in the scenic sights of Lakes Entrance and its many attractions.

Travel via the towns of Nowa Nowa, Bellbird Creek and Orbost to arrive at your overnight accommodation in Eden. The town is situated on the edge of beautiful Twofold Bay, a deep natural harbour frequented in spring by migrating humpback whales. Beowa National Park fringes the southern edge of the bay, offering some excellent hiking trails as well as spectacular ocean views from the Green Cape Lighthouse.

Depart Eden and continue travelling north through the pretty coastal resort towns of Bermagui, Tilba Tilba and Narooma. Batemans Bay is situated on the mouth of the Clyde River and the area is renowned for fresh oysters and prawns.

Arrive in Sydney and drop off your rental vehicle. Spend the rest of your day at leisure in this amazing city.

Optional Experiences

The Rocks Walking Tour, Sydney

The oldest part of Sydney's settlement, the Rocks was inhabited by the first fleet of convicts arriving in Sydney Cove in 1788, impacting forever the way of life of the local indigenous people and setting the foundations for what would become an intriguing and cosmopolitan city.
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Whale Watching, Sydney

Heading out aboard a twenty metre long, motorised catamaran from Sydney's aptly named Darling Harbour, the refreshing breeze will clear the cobwebs as you pass between the North and South Headlands and into the open water.

Sydney is a city full of life and is home to some of Australia’s most world renowned landmarks, including the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House. Enjoy two days at leisure to explore its iconic sights, wander among the countless cafes, bars, markets and boutiques or make your way to one of the city’s 70 gorgeous sandy beaches. You may like to take visit the various historical sites of Sydney including the Australian Maritime Museum which is home to a replica of Captain Cook’s HMS Endeavour which landed at Sydney’s Botany Bay in April 1770. Alternatively you could visit the many art galleries or enjoy a harbour cruise at twilight.

Optional Experiences

Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb, Sydney

Climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge for spectacular 360 degree views over the Royal Opera House and city beyond on this iconic Sydney experience.
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Sydney Harbour Morning Cruise, Sydney

Enjoy a two hour morning tea cruise around Sydney Harbour in the company of a small group on a luxury 52 foot motor yacht.
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Blue Mountains Hiking Experience, Sydney

Explore the hidden corners and scenic highlights of the Blue Mountains World Heritage Area, including a spectacular 2-hour hike overlooking the Grose Valley.

Make your way to the airport for your flight home.

Prices & departures

What's Included

  • Accommodation in rooms with private bathroom

  • Car rental throughout

  • Private transfer on arrival in Melbourne

  • 24 hour emergency assistance from our team during your holiday

  • No surcharge guarantee

  • Full financial protection

From £1243 Excluding Flights

10 Nights

Year Round

Prices are per person based upon 2 sharing, subject to availability. Your Travel Specialist will confirm the exact price based upon your tailored requirements, inclusions, and travel dates.

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