3 Days Melbourne to Sydney Explorer
Highlights
- Australian Alps
- Canberra
- Jindabyne
- Mt Kosciuszko
- Ninety Mile Beach
- Roof of Australia (seasonal)
- Snowy River High Country
- Wilsons Promontory National Park
Departures
Departure Dates
Apr – Sep: Tue Sat
Oct – Mar: Tue Thu Sat
Itinerary: day by day
Day 1: Melbourne to Gippsland (via Wilsons Promontory National Park)
Leaving from this great city, we'll navigate the roads with the famous Melbourne trams and head for the most southerly point of the Australian mainland; Wilson's Promontory. Here we take in a National Park of great natural beauty where kangaroos and emus live amongst the verdant green bushland, with the crashing waves not far away. We'll take a hike up along the granite walkway to a nearby lookout, and take in the numerous scenic points. Our afternoon journey tracks us out to the edge of the Tasman Sea and to our overnight break on the Edge of the coastal Lakes. (D)
Day 2: Gippsland Lakes to Snowy Mountains
Our morning drive northbound heads up through the magnificent Snowy River region; get a taste for a mountain lifestyle before we cross borders into New South Wales. Our evening destination is placed right in the heart of the Australia's Snowy Mountains. We may be high up already, but later today we're going even higher – Mt Kosciuszko, Australia's highest peak at 2,228 metres above sea level. Don't be put off: it's a relatively moderate hike from the top of the Crackenback Express chairlift, or you can take the shorter walk to the lookout point. If our visit falls in winter (June – September) we'll stop at the ski resort of Perisher for a little snow-related fun, snowball fight!! (BD)
Day 3: Snowy Mountains to Sydney
After a hearty breakfast, we'll travel across the Monaro plains and learn a little about Australia's biggest ever engineering project, the Snowy Mountains Scheme. Then we are bound straight for the Nation's Capital, Canberra. Architecturally designed from the ground up by Walter Burley Griffin, it's awash with cool green spaces and grand boulevards. We'll tour the iconic Parliament House set atop a slight incline, as well as the Australian War Memorial, even pass by a number of Foreign Embassies. Destined for the largest city in Australia we are welcomed by the busy city streets of Sydney where our city to city trip comes to an end. (B)
B = Breakfast | L = Lunch | D = Dinner
Valid: 01 April 2012 - 31 March 2013
Travel Insurance is compulsory for all travellers on all tours and details must be presented to tour guide before departure. Please refer to terms and conditions for more details.
This tour runs as a code share with Topdeck Travel.
This tour is for 18-39 year old. Requests however, will be considered on a case by case basis.
Tour upgrades
2 nights budget ensuite
Notes
Itineraries may vary and/or attractions be substituted for any cause including seasonal conditions, weather extremes, Traditional Owner and national park requirements. See terms and conditions for full details.
Travel Insurance is compulsory and must be shown to the guide on day one
Tour is not suitable for children; however special considerations may be made for clients aged 17 years with a travelling companion over the age of 18.
Upgrade accommodation is budget style and may be located on different premises to dorm accommodation.
Safaris must be reconfirmed 48 hours prior to departure by phone
A STRICT luggage limit of 20KG applies
Included
- Experienced guide, meals as indicated
- National Park entry fees
- chairlift to the Roof of Australia (seasonal)
- 2 nights hostel dorm accommodation incl. bed linen (or upgrade to budget twin/double, triple or single).
Optional Activities
- Toboggan
- Ski Package
What to bring
Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), hat & sunscreen, towel & toiletries, swimming gear, warm clothing (including waterproof jacket and pants), water bottle, torch, insect repellent, camera, money for some meals & optional activities.
