9-Day Contrasts of Australia 2026

Tour Code 483-21107 Language English
From
US$4905
¥33105
€4248
C$6874
Rs.466682

Highlights

Tick off your favorite must-sees along Australia's East Coast on this journey through cities, beaches, and natural wonders. Discover the similarities and contrasts between cosmopolitan Sydney and artsy Melbourne.
  • Explore The Sydney Opera House, and Hartley's Crocodile Adventures
  • Discover Melbourne, Cairns, and Sydney
  • Visit eclectic laneways in Melbourne, and Bondi Surf Life Saving Club in Sydney
  • Scenic Cruise on the Great Barrier Reef, and Sydney Harbour
  • Sydney: Be My Guest experience: Lunch at the Bondi Beach RSL Club with its stunning views of the Pacific Ocean
  • Bondi Beach: Rub shoulders with the bronzed, beautiful people of Bondi Beach, as you join a surf lifesaver who will take you through the Members Only facility of Australia's oldest surf lifesaving club, followed by lunch with views over the sparkling Pacific Ocean.
  • MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience: Learn how the Indigenous community has protected the flora and wildlife of Queensland’s Wangetti Valley for thousands of years.
  • Melbourne: Enjoy a guided tour of a not for profit First Peoples arts and cultural gallery providing opportunities to learn and connect with the rich living cultural heritage of Aboriginal Victoria in this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Our guests will have an opportunity to experience part of the largest collection of First Peoples artifacts and artworks in South-East Australia. Our collections tell you a story of our unique culture and history across Victoria while our galleries allow you to explore how our young emerging and our most experienced artists are expressing their culture today through their amazing works. With our experienced First People guides, you will have an opportunity to listen to our stories and engage in conversation to further explore our culture. Then, guests will enjoy a short guided walk along the banks of the Yarra River where they will have the chance to learn about the history of the Birrarung and the Aboriginal Peoples of the Kulin Nation.
  • Bondi Beach: Rub shoulders with the bronzed, beautiful people of Bondi Beach, as you join a surf lifesaver who will take you through the Members Only facility of Australia's oldest surf lifesaving club, followed by lunch with views over the sparkling Pacific Ocean.

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Itinerary

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Price Includes

  • 3 Dinner (D)
  • 8 Breakfast (B)
  • 2 Lunch (L)
  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • Porterage where hotels provide this service
  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
  • Must-see sightseeing
  • All land transport shown. All transfers shown
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • Optional Experiences and free time
  • Flight A Trafalgar bonus - all Intra-Air Flights: Melbourne to Cairns, Cairns to Sydney

Additional Notes

  • ARRIVAL: Complimentary transfers from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) will operate per flight information details on the first day of the tour or in conjunction with pre accommodation booked through Trafalgar. Flights to arrive before 12:00pm.
  • DEPARTURE: Complimentary transfers to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) will operate per flight information details on the last day of the tour or in conjunction with post accommodation booked through Trafalgar.
  • GROUND HANDLER: This trip is operated by Ground Handler, AAT Kings.
  • AUSTRALIA: USA passport holders require a visa for Australia. Visa must be obtained prior to departure. We recommend applying 30-60 days prior to departure.
  • IMPORTANT: Please see important visa details sent with your invoice.

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From
US$4905
¥33105
€4248
C$6874
Rs.466682
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