Coastal Highlights

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Coastal Highlights

from £1243 excluding flights

10 nights
Year round

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Highlights

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Soak up the alfresco lifestyle of the Mornington Peninsula

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Stroll on beaches and hike in forests at Gippsland Lakes

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Encounter wildlife including kangaroos, wombats and koalas

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Explore the iconic sights of Sydney

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Sample fresh seafood in picturesque Batemans Bay

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Enjoy time at leisure to discover cosmopolitan Melbourne

Why this trip...

Tailor made

This itinerary can be tailor made to suit you and is intended to give you a guideline of what is possible in a given timeframe

Explore at leisure

With the route, transport and accommodation sorted, each day offers the freedom to explore

Well-researched route

We've put our years of experience into creating this well-paced itinerary that includes the places we know you'll enjoy

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.

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.

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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.

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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.

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.

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Make your way to the airport for your flight home.

This itinerary can also be taken in reverse from Sydney to Melbourne.

Accommodation Options

We will recommend accommodation for this holiday, but with a wide choice available in Australia, we can adapt to suit your personal preference mixing different grades and styles.

Discuss your options with our Travel Specialists.

Excursions

Australia

Kangaroos & Koalas in the Wild, Melbourne

from £144

8 hours | Year round

See Koalas and Kangaroos in the wild! Walk with wild animals in their natural habitats on this full day, fully inclusive small…

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Australia

Wilsons Promontory National Park Tour, Melbourne

from £106

Full Day | Year round

“The Prom” as it is favourably known to locals is a haven for birders and hikers, with unspoilt white sand beaches, abundant…

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Australia

Phillip Island Explorer

from £95

Full Day | Year round

This full day guided tour highlights the very best of Phillip Island’s unusual nature and wildlife.

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Australia

Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb, Sydney

from £189

3.5 hours | Year round

Climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge for spectacular 360 degree views over the Royal Opera House and city beyond on this iconic Sydney…

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Australia

Sydney Harbour Morning Cruise, Sydney

from £56

2 hours | Year round

Enjoy a two hour morning tea cruise around Sydney Harbour in the company of a small group on a luxury 52 foot…

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Australia

Whale Watching, Sydney

from £54

4 hours | Year round

Heading out aboard a twenty metre long, motorised catamaran from Sydney's aptly named Darling Harbour, the refreshing breeze will clear the cobwebs…

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Australia

The Rocks Walking Tour, Sydney

from £19

1.5 hours | Year round

The oldest part of Sydney's settlement, the Rocks was inhabited by the first fleet of convicts arriving in Sydney Cove in 1788,…

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Prices and Departures

Price from £1243 excluding flights

Airfares start from around £730 per person and are quoted separately to the holiday price. When enquiring, our Travel Specialists will provide the best fare possible from your preferred airline / airport.
Note: Airfares tend to be cheaper the earlier you book.

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

This itinerary starts from around £1,243 per person, based on 2 sharing a room with private bathroom in standard hotels, and rental of an intermediate vehicle.

Prices may vary depending on departure date and booking date, as well as any changes to the included components. The final cost of a tailored holiday will be based on the level of accommodation, size of vehicle, included activities, travel season, and how far in advance it is booked. We will confirm the exact price for your holiday in your individual quotation, based on your chosen travel dates and inclusions.

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