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9-Day Australia Sydney and Melbourne Highlights Tour

From $1,999 Per Person
Durations:
9 Days / 7 Nights
Departure City:
Sydney, Australia
Tour Code:
CH-AUS9

Highlight

* Comfortable accommodation with all local 4-star hotels arranged throughout the trip.
* Includes a one-way flight from Sydney to Melbourne with one piece of 23kg checked luggage (valued at $160 per person).
* Explore classic attractions in Sydney and Melbourne: Sydney's iconic landmarks and popular spots such as Mrs. Macquarie's Chair, Hyde Park, Sydney Opera House, Blue Mountains, and Port Stephens; in Melbourne, visit the Gold Rush-era town and the Great Ocean Road.
* No shopping stops throughout the trip, all tips included, ensuring a truly high-quality tour.
* Mandarin-speaking guide or driver-guide service available upon request according to the order.

Departure Dates

  1. 2024:
    Nov 10, 24
  2. 2025:
    Feb: 23
    Mar: 09, 23
    Apr: 06, 20
    May: 04, 18
    Jun: 15
    Jul: 20
    Aug: 03, 17
    Sep: 07, 21
    Oct: 12, 19
    Nov: 09, 23

Itinerary

Today, you will board a flight to Sydney, Australia.
Notes:
Hotel: On the flight
Today, you will arrive at Sydney International Airport, where a designated staff member will greet you at the exit with a sign and transfer you to the hotel. The rest of the day is at your leisure. Hotel check-in is available after 3:00 PM.
Notes:
Hotel: Metro Hotel Marlow Sydney Central or Furama Darling Harbour or similar
After breakfast, visit the iconic postcard-worthy spot, Mrs. Macquarie's Chair, followed by St. Mary's Cathedral and the famous Hyde Park. Next, head to Bondi Beach, where you'll stop by a popular Instagram-famous café and the dreamy infinity pool. Then, proceed to the largest seafood market in the Southern Hemisphere, where you can enjoy seafood at your own expense. In the afternoon, visit Darling Harbour, followed by a photo stop at Sydney’s iconic Opera House (exterior view). Lunch and dinner will be at your own arrangement today.
Notes:
Meals: Breakfast
Hotel: Metro Hotel Marlow Sydney Central or Furama Darling Harbour or similar
After breakfast, head to Blue Mountains, passing through Katoomba, the central town of the Blue Mountains area. At noon, take a thrilling ride on the Scenic Railway, which has a 52-degree incline, for an exciting experience. Then, ride the Scenic Cableway, ascending along the cliffs and enjoying the wonders of the Blue Mountains. In the afternoon, visit Echo Point, a royal lookout, where you can capture the classic view of the Three Sisters. Afterward, explore the quaint, English-style Leura Village. Lunch and dinner will be at your own arrangement today.
Notes:
Meals: Breakfast
Hotel: Metro Hotel Marlow Sydney Central or Furama Darling Harbour or similar
After breakfast, head to Port Stephens, starting with an exhilarating session of sandboarding at the desert oasis of Anna Bay (valued at $25 per person). The stunning scenery and thrilling experience will leave you refreshed. Afterward, enjoy a 1.5-hour dolphin cruise in Nelson Bay. This area is home to around 150 dolphins, making the dolphin-watching cruise a must-do activity. You’ll have the chance to get close to the playful bottlenose dolphins while also admiring the beautiful coastal views. Arrive back in Sydney city in the evening. Lunch and dinner will be at your own arrangement today.
Notes:
Meals: Breakfast
Hotel: Metro Hotel Marlow Sydney Central or Furama Darling Harbour or similar
After breakfast, take a flight to Melbourne. Upon arrival, visit Chinatown, the Shrine of Remembrance, the National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square, Hosier Lane (Graffiti Street), St. Paul's Cathedral, and Fitzroy Gardens, where you can see Captain Cook's Cottage.
Notes:
Meals: Breakfast
Hotel: Hotel Grand Chancellor Melbourne or similar
After breakfast, head to Ballarat to explore the famous Sovereign Hill, an open-air museum that recreates the gold rush era. Staff members dress in period costumes, giving visitors a sense of stepping back into a century-old gold mining town. Afterward, experience a unique gold mine adventure at Sovereign Hill, where you can immerse yourself in the lifestyle of the gold rush period and enjoy the excitement of exploring gold mines. Lunch and dinner will be at your own arrangement today.
Notes:
Meals: Breakfast
Hotel: Hotel Grand Chancellor Melbourne or similar
After breakfast, head to the Great Ocean Road, passing through Anglesea and visiting the Cape Otway Lighthouse. Stop at the Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch to admire and learn about this magnificent road. Next, explore the crescent-shaped bay of Apollo Bay. In the afternoon, visit the iconic Twelve Apostles rock formations. Afterward, continue through the Loch Ard Gorge to witness the unique landscapes shaped by the ocean's erosion. Lunch and dinner will be at your own arrangement today.
Notes:
Meals: Breakfast
Hotel: Hotel Grand Chancellor Melbourne or similar
After breakfast, transfer to the airport to conclude your enjoyable trip to Australia.
Notes:
Meals: Breakfast
Hotel:
Pickup Locations:
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) free pickup
Dropoff Locations:
  • Transfer to Melbourne Airport (MEL) in the Morning.

Price Notes

Tour Price
Single Room Double Room
Price per person $ 2,719 $ 1,999
Price Notes:
  1. Child Price: (share room with Adult)
    1. under 12 yrs old no extra bed: $1,790
    2. under 12 yrs old with bed: $1,999
  2. Pre-night or Post-night hotel: $200+/per room per night
Price Includes:
  1. Daily Transportation
  2. Meals specified in the itinerary
  3. 4-star hotel
  4. one-way flight from Sydney to Melbourne with one piece of 23kg checked luggage (valued at $160 per person)
  5. Admissions list in the itinerary
  6. Driver and Tour guide Tips
Price Excludes:
  1. Meals not specified in the itinerary
  2. Round-trip international or domestic airfare, local transportation (such as buses, trains, etc.)
  3. Any expenses are not listed in Fee Included.
  4. Personal expenses (such as food & beverage, telephone surcharge, etc.).
  5. Travel insurance, travel document and visa fees.
Options (Paid On Tour)
Option Notes

Policy

Tour Policy:
None
Cancellation Policy
  1. Notice of cancellation must be made in writing to Charming Holidays and the following scale of cancellation fees will be applied.
    · Over 45 days prior to departure, US$400 per person.
    · From 31 - 44 days prior to departure, US$800 per person.
    · From 21 - 30 days prior to departure, 50% of total price.
    · From 8 - 20 days prior to departure, 75% of total price
    · Within 7 days prior to departure or withdrawal from a tour, will regard forfeiting the tour on own, no tour fee will be refunded.

Important Notes

None