Australia Explorer with Indian Meals
Tour code AKSR0093. Luxury Tours. 8 days, 7 cities.
Sydney Arrival (1 night), Sydney – Blue Mountains – Sydney (1 night), Sydney – Canberra (1 night), Canberra (1 night), Canberra – Albury – Melbourne (1 night), Melbourne – Great Ocean Road – Melbourne (2 nights), Melbourne Departure
Starts in Sydney Arrival. Ends at Melbourne Departure.
From $2,199 per person, twin sharing. Next departure 24 September 2026.
Highlights
- Blue Mountains tour
- Great Ocean Road tour
- Vegetarian and Jain meals catered
Day by day
Day 1: Arrive in Sydney
Sydney Arrival
Arrive in Sydney and complete immigration and customs formalities. Meet your driver at the arrivals hall and proceed with a private transfer to your Sydney hotel. Standard hotel check-in begins from 3:00 PM. The rest of the day is free to relax after your journey. In the evening, attend a short tour briefing followed by dinner at a nearby Indian restaurant.
Hotel: Ibis Sydney or Similar
Meals: D
Day 2: Blue Mountains Tour
Sydney – Blue Mountains – Sydney
After breakfast, enjoy a scenic full-day excursion to the Blue Mountains. Travel through Katoomba village and visit the famous Three Sisters rock formation. Experience Scenic World, including the thrilling inclined railway, cable car, and Skyway offering breathtaking views of the eucalyptus forests and valleys. Later, visit Echo Point and learn about the natural beauty and Aboriginal heritage of the region.
Hotel: Ibis Sydney or Similar
Meals: B, L, D
Day 3: Sydney City Tour & Transfer to Canberra
Sydney – Canberra
After breakfast, check out and proceed for a guided Sydney city orientation tour covering key landmarks and popular attractions. After lunch, continue your journey to Canberra, Australia’s capital city. Upon arrival, check in to the hotel and enjoy a relaxing evening with hot Indian dinner.
Hotel: Ibis Budget Canberra or Similar
Meals: B, L, D
Day 4: Full Day Canberra City Tour
Canberra
After breakfast, begin your Canberra sightseeing tour with Mount Ainslie Lookout, offering panoramic views of the city. Continue to important landmarks including New Parliament House, subject to availability, the Royal Australian Mint, and the Australian National University. Learn about Australia’s political, cultural, and academic significance before returning to your hotel.
Hotel: Ibis Budget Canberra or Similar
Meals: B, L, D
Day 5: Canberra to Melbourne
Canberra – Albury – Melbourne
After breakfast, check out from your Canberra hotel and begin your scenic drive to Melbourne. En route, stop at Albury to stretch and explore this charming town. Continue onward to Melbourne. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and enjoy a hot Indian dinner.
Hotel: St. Kilda Oaks or Similar
Meals: B, L, D
Day 6: Great Ocean Road Tour
Melbourne – Great Ocean Road – Melbourne
After breakfast, set out on one of Australia’s most spectacular coastal drives, the Great Ocean Road. Admire the dramatic limestone formations of the Twelve Apostles, enjoy views of the Shipwreck Coast, and explore the scenic landscapes around Port Campbell National Park. Return to Melbourne for overnight stay.
Hotel: St. Kilda Oaks or Similar
Meals: B, L, D
Day 7: Melbourne City Tour with Phillip Island
Melbourne – Great Ocean Road – Melbourne
After breakfast, set out on one of Australia’s most spectacular coastal drives, the Great Ocean Road. Admire the dramatic limestone formations of the Twelve Apostles, enjoy views of the Shipwreck Coast, and explore the scenic landscapes around Port Campbell National Park. Return to Melbourne for overnight stay.
Hotel: St. Kilda Oaks or Similar
Meals: B, L, D
Day 8: Depart Melbourne
Melbourne Departure
After breakfast, check out from your hotel and transfer to the airport for your onward flight. Your Australia Explorer tour ends with wonderful memories of Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne, Blue Mountains, Great Ocean Road, and Phillip Island.
Hotel: N/a
Meals: B
What is included
Stay
- 2 Nights accommodation in Sydney at a 3 Star hotel (Ibis Sydney or similar)
- 2 Nights accommodation in Canberra at a 3 Star hotel (Ibis Budget Canberra or similar)
- 3 Nights accommodation in Melbourne at a 3Star hotel (St. Kilda Oaks or similar)
- Daily breakfast at the hotel
- Option to upgrade to 4Star hotels (additional cost applicable)
Meals
- Lunches and Indian dinners as mentioned in the itinerary
- Vegetarian & Jain meals available (as per group requirements)
Transport
- All airport transfers on a private basis
- All intercity transfers and sightseeing in an air-conditioned vehicle
Sightseeing and entrance fees
- Blue Mountains excursion with Scenic World rides
Tour manager and support
- Professional driver cum guide services
Everything else
- Sydney city orientation tour
- Canberra city tour including key landmarks
- Melbourne city tour with major attractions
- Great Ocean Road full-day tour
- Phillip Island tour with Penguin Parade
- All internal travel and transportation as per itinerary
What is not included
- International airfare (to/from Australia)
- Australia visa charges
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
- Any personal expenses such as:
- Laundry
- Telephone calls
- Shopping
- Mini bar usage
- Alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages
- Meals not specifically mentioned in the itinerary
- Tips, porterage, and gratuities
- Any optional tours or activities not mentioned in inclusions
- Early check-in / late check-out charges at hotels
- Any increase in airfare, taxes, fuel surcharge, or exchange rate fluctuations
- Any cost arising due to:
- Flight delays or cancellations
- Weather conditions
- Natural calamities
- Political situations
- Force majeure circumstances
- Anything not specifically mentioned under “Inclusions”
Departures
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Cancellation policy
- 50 days or more before departure: 30%
- 21 to 49 days before departure: 50%
- 20 days or less before departure: 100%
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