Australia
Cities, reef and red earth.
- From Delhi
- 12–13 hrs, direct
- Ideal length
- 12–16 days
- Best time
- Sep–Nov · Mar–May
- Good for
- Families · Couples · Nature
Why Australia
Sydney and Melbourne for cities and food, the Great Barrier Reef for water, the Red Centre for silence. Australia deserves at least twelve days; we plan internal flights so the distances disappear.
Plan a journey to AustraliaMost visited places in Australia
The placesworth the journey.
Sydney Harbour & the Opera House
Few cities have a setting like Sydney Harbour, with the white sails of the Opera House facing the Harbour Bridge across Circular Quay. Ferries cross the water to Manly and Watsons Bay, and the Royal Botanic Garden curves along the shore beside it.
Our tip Take the ferry to Manly in the late afternoon for the finest view of the Opera House and bridge from the water.
Bondi to Coogee coastal walk
A six-kilometre clifftop path links Bondi, Tamarama, Bronte, Clovelly and Coogee, passing sheltered coves and sea pools cut into the sandstone. The ocean pool at the southern end of Bondi, with waves breaking over its edge, is one of the most photographed spots in Sydney, and Waverley Cemetery's clifftop setting is quietly striking.
Our tip Start at Bondi early in the morning and pause for breakfast at Bronte or Clovelly along the way.
Blue Mountains
Around two hours west of Sydney, the Blue Mountains are a World Heritage landscape of sandstone cliffs and eucalyptus valleys, named for the blue haze given off by the trees. The Three Sisters rock formation at Echo Point is the most famous view.
Our tip Arrive at Echo Point early, then walk the quieter Prince Henry Cliff Walk to escape the crowds.
Melbourne's laneways
Melbourne's personality reveals itself in narrow laneways such as Degraves Street and Hosier Lane, lined with street art, tiny bars and espresso counters where coffee is taken very seriously. The National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and the Queen Victoria Market are all within an easy walk.
Our tip Join a local guide for a morning laneway walk, and save Hosier Lane for midweek when it is quieter.
Great Ocean Road
Built by returned soldiers after the First World War, this coastal road winds west from Melbourne past surf beaches, seaside towns and the temperate rainforest of the Otways, where koalas sit in roadside gums. Its finale is the Twelve Apostles, limestone stacks rising from the Southern Ocean near Port Campbell.
Our tip Stay overnight along the route, or take a helicopter flight over the Apostles to avoid a long return drive.
Great Barrier Reef
The world's largest coral reef system stretches more than two thousand kilometres along the Queensland coast. From Cairns or Port Douglas, boats reach the outer ribbon reefs for snorkelling and diving among turtles, giant clams and reef sharks, while a scenic flight reveals the pattern of reefs and cays from above.
Our tip Choose a smaller boat to the outer reef from Port Douglas, and visit between June and October for the clearest water.
Australia itinerary
Six days in Australia
Sydney's harbour and the Blue Mountains, followed by Melbourne and the Great Ocean Road.
A starting point, not a package: we reshape the days around your dates, pace and who is travelling.
Shape this itinerary- Day01
Sydney · Arrival
Your driver meets you at the airport for a drive of around thirty minutes into the city. After settling in, walk along Circular Quay to the Opera House at sunset.
- Day02
Sydney · Harbour and beaches
Take a private tour behind the scenes at the Opera House, followed by lunch on the water. Spend the afternoon walking the coastal path from Bondi to Bronte.
- Day03
Blue Mountains · A day in the hills
Leave early with a private guide for the Three Sisters at Echo Point, then walk a section of the cliff-top track to waterfalls and lookouts over the Jamison Valley. Stop in Leura for its gardens and galleries before the drive back down to Sydney in time for dinner.
- Day04
Melbourne · Laneways and galleries
A morning flight of around an hour and a half brings you to Melbourne. A local guide introduces the laneways and arcades over coffee, leaving the late afternoon for the National Gallery of Victoria.
- Day05
Great Ocean Road · The Twelve Apostles
Set out early with a private driver along the coast, stopping at Bells Beach and Lorne. For a shorter day, a helicopter from Melbourne visits the Apostles in a few hours.
- Day06
Melbourne · Departure
Enjoy a late breakfast in a laneway café and a visit to the Queen Victoria Market. Your driver then takes you to the airport for your flight home.
Things to do in Australia
What we'd planfor you.
Sydney Harbour
Beaches, the Opera House and the Blue Mountains.
Great Barrier Reef
Snorkelling from Port Douglas or an island.
Uluru
Two nights in the Red Centre.
Great Ocean Road
A coastal drive from Melbourne.
Best time to visit Australia
September to November and March to May for the east coast. June to October is best for the reef and the north.
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Longer journeys including Australia
Starting points,not packages.
Where to stay in Australia
The Rocks & Circular Quay, Sydney
Sandstone lanes from the colonial era, harbour views and the Opera House a few minutes on foot. A first trip to Sydney, or a couple's anniversary, is well placed here.
Melbourne CBD & Southbank
The grid of the city centre puts the laneways, theatres and galleries on foot, while Southbank adds riverside dining across the Yarra. Food lovers and corporate groups gravitate here.
Port Douglas
A small, low-key town where the reef boats leave in the morning and the Daintree rainforest is an easy drive north. Honeymooners and families with older children get two World Heritage sites from one base.
What to eat in Australia
Sydney seafood
Sydney rock oysters, Moreton Bay bugs and line-caught fish appear on menus across the harbour, often with the Opera House in view. For something informal, the fish market at Pyrmont is busy and generous at lunchtime.
Melbourne coffee and brunch
Breakfast in Melbourne is a long, considered affair of single-origin coffee, sourdough and seasonal plates. Vegetarian and vegan dishes are standard rather than an afterthought, and the city also has a deep bench of Indian restaurants.
Modern Australian dining
Many chefs work with native ingredients such as finger lime, wattleseed and saltbush in tasting menus. Vegetarian versions are widely offered, and Jain requirements can be met with notice.
Yarra Valley wine and produce
An hour east of the city, the Yarra Valley pairs cool-climate chardonnay and sparkling wine with cheesemakers, chocolatiers and orchards. A hot-air balloon at dawn makes a memorable start for those willing to rise early.
Travel tips for Australia
Getting there from India
Direct flights connect Delhi with Sydney and Melbourne in around twelve to thirteen hours.
For travellers from India
Direct flights from Delhi to Sydney and Melbourne take around twelve to thirteen hours. Indian travellers need a visitor visa, which can take several weeks to process, so we recommend applying two to three months ahead. Australia has strict biosecurity rules, so food brought from home, including packaged snacks and spices, must be declared on arrival.
Visas & entry
Indian passport holders need a visa for Australia. Rules and processing times change, so we confirm the current requirements when you book, prepare the document checklist with you, and help schedule any appointments.
Good to know
Distances are vast — Sydney to Uluru is a three-hour flight. We keep to three or four bases.
Australia tour packages from Delhi
Every Australia holiday package we plan is private, and built around your dates, your pace and the people travelling with you.
Our Australia tour packages from Delhi and across India include return flights, hand-picked hotels with partner privileges where available, private transfers, guided sightseeing where it adds something, visa assistance and 24×7 support while you travel. A typical first visit takes in Sydney Harbour & the Opera House, Bondi to Coogee coastal walk, Blue Mountains, Melbourne's laneways, over 12–16 days.
We plan Australia honeymoon packages, family holidays for children and grandparents, milestone celebrations and corporate or incentive trips, with vegetarian and Jain meals arranged in advance. Tell us what you have in mind and a travel designer will shape the itinerary with you.
Can we combine Australia and New Zealand?
Yes, with at least eighteen to twenty-one days. They are a three-hour flight apart.
How many days do we need for Australia?
Twelve to sixteen days for two or three regions; distances are large, so we use internal flights.
Is there a direct flight from Delhi to Australia?
Yes, Delhi connects directly with Sydney and Melbourne, around twelve to thirteen hours.
What is included in your Australia tour packages from Delhi?
Every Australia package is private and planned around you. It usually includes return flights from Delhi, hand-picked hotels, private airport transfers, sightseeing with private guides where it matters, visa guidance and 24×7 support while you travel. Vegetarian and Jain meals can be arranged in advance.
How do I book a Australia holiday package with TRIPPLANNERS?
Share your dates, who is travelling and how you like to travel through our enquiry form, call 011 4550 0000 or WhatsApp +91 98116 16005. A travel designer will come back with a private proposal and refine it with you until it is right.
