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contrasts of australia

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Contrasts of Australia

9-Day Australia Tour to Melbourne, Cairns and Sydney

Save up to $512

Contrasts of Australia Guided Tour
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When do you want to travel?

Travel & Accommodation

9 days, 1 country and 4 cities

8 nights accommodation

Meals

8 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 3 Dinners

Activity Level

Leisurely

Itinerary

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East Coast Australia: Melbourne to Sydney

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.

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Day By Day Itinerary

9-day itinerary from Melbourne to Sydney visiting 1 Country and 4 Cities.

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About this trip

Sightseeing highlights

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

What's included?

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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

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Contrasts of Australia trip reviews

Contrasts of Australia trip reviews

Overall Trip Rating

4.8/

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156 reviews

independently verified reviews

97% of reviewers would recommend to a friend.

Trusted Customer

5/5

Reviewed on 05/05/2026 09:25:15

Book *Personal information removed by Feefo* if you have a choice. In addition to being extremely

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"Great Trip DownUnder"

Trusted Customer

5/5

Reviewed on 04/16/2026 08:45:27

Our tour director was *personal info removed by Feefo* and she was great! Could not have done

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Trusted Customer

4.5/5

Reviewed on 04/15/2026 07:50:51

Your Travel Director, *personal info removed by Feefo* did an excellent job.

"Australia Family tour!"

Trusted Customer

4.5/5

Reviewed on 04/14/2026 09:21:30

Everything was excellent in rating! Great experienced! New friends, awesome travel director,

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"Australia Contrasts - Wonderful Time"

Christopher Sherman

5/5

Reviewed on 04/13/2026 13:47:12

Great communication from Trafalgar during the process of booking and before the start of the trip.

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Trusted Customer

5/5

Reviewed on 04/13/2026 08:16:11

A very well-planned itinerary with a knowledgeable guide. The only glitch we had was with the Koala

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James Holmes

5/5

Reviewed on 03/30/2026 12:07:21

*Personal information removed by Feefo* was a great guide. Repeated as needed but not too much. Was

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William Ross Jr

3/5

Reviewed on 03/23/2026 06:38:17

"Great Trip"

Trusted Customer

5/5

Reviewed on 03/09/2026 08:51:06

Our tour guide Dave was fantastic. He was always making sure the everyone was having a good time.

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Trusted Customer

5/5

Reviewed on 03/09/2026 08:42:47

Our guide Dave was very professional and helpful. He was very friendly, informative and handled

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You'll make a positive impact to people, planet and wildlife on this tour

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It feels good to do good. These sustainable travel experiences help you meet inspiring people, support local communities, and make amazing memories that last a lifetime.​

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