Melbourne to Sydney Tours
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- Best of Australia with Sightseeing Tours
- AUSTRALIA – 12 Days Melbourne Uluru Cairns Sydney
- Australian Highlights
- Australian Highlights (With Internal Air, 2025/2026)
- Contrasts of Australia (With Internal Air)
- Australia's Highlights
- Between ocean & outback
- Highlights of Australia
- Australia Highlights
- Contrasts of Australia
A grand Australian route stretches from Melbourne's cultural heart through Uluru's red center to Sydney's iconic harbor. The 2,500+ mile adventure features domestic flights, taking in Victoria's coastline, Queensland's tropics, and New South Wales' mountain ranges over 13 days.
Duration 13 days Destinations Melbourne, Apollo Bay, Twelve Apostles Marine National Park, Yulara, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Daintree National Park, Sydney, Blue Mountains Age Range 5 to 80 year olds Operator Australia and New Zealand Travel Company From
- NZ$6,456
Catch the penguin parade at Phillip Island near Melbourne, then fly north to sacred Uluru. Sydney welcomes with Opera House and Bondi Beach visits, before the finale in tropical Cairns, showcasing four distinct Australian environments over 12 days.
Duration 12 days Destinations Melbourne, Uluru, Cairns, Sydney Age Range 8 to 90 year olds Operator Bucket List Group Travel LLC From
- NZ$8,233
Australian Highlights
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Amazing experience in New Zealand, Australia and Fiji. Trafalgar exceeded our expectations!”
Tina, traveled in February
Departing from Melbourne's Yarra River banks, journey through Alice Springs and Uluru, to tropical Cairns before ending in Sydney. Visit Federation Square, explore the McDonnell Ranges, and conclude with a Sydney Opera House tour.
Duration 13 days Destinations Melbourne, Uluru, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Sydney Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Trafalgar From $9,810
10% Off- NZ$8,829+$2,905 upfront costsYou save $981
Duration 13 days Destinations Melbourne, Phillip Island, Great Ocean Road, Bondi, Blue Mountains, Sydney Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator AAT Kings From $9,810
15% Off- NZ$8,339+$2,905 upfront costsYou save $1,471
Melbourne's South Wharf marks the first stop on this cross-country adventure through Cairns' tropical landscape to Sydney. Internal flights connect main destinations, featuring Great Barrier Reef cruise, Sydney Opera House tour, and harbor cruise past Shark Island.
Duration 9 days Destinations Melbourne, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Sydney Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator AAT Kings From $7,065
10% Off- NZ$6,359+$1,705 upfront costsYou save $706
From Melbourne's vibrant food scene, this route leads through Cairns, Darwin, Katherine, Kakadu, Alice Springs, and Uluru, culminating in Sydney's Opera House tours and harbor cruises.
Duration 19 days Destinations Melbourne, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Kuranda, Darwin, Katherine, Kakadu National Park, Alice Springs, Uluru, Sydney Operated in Only: German Operator Gebeco From
10% Off- NZ$17,180
Melbourne's city tours and Great Ocean Road adventures kick off this cross-country expedition. The path leads through Adelaide and the Red Centre, followed by Darwin and Cairns, with Sydney's harbor views and Blue Mountains providing the finale.
Duration 24 days Destinations Melbourne, Great Ocean Road, Mount Gambier, Kangaroo Island, Adelaide, Alice Springs, Kings Canyon, Uluru, Darwin, Kakadu National ParkSee all destinations Operated in Only: German Operator Gebeco From
10% Off- NZ$24,056
Highlights of Australia
21 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Had a great time! Our tour was exceptional.”
Francis, traveled in April
Flinders St Station in Melbourne marks the beginning, leading through Alice Springs and Uluru to tropical Cairns. The Great Barrier Reef's coral gardens precede the final stop at Sydney's iconic Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
Duration 12 days Destinations Melbourne, Alice Springs, Uluru, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Sydney Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Cosmos From
10% Off- NZ$6,482+$2,570 upfront costs
Phillip Island's penguin parade and Great Ocean Road near Melbourne open this Australian odyssey, concluding in Sydney with Opera House tours and harbor cruises. The route spans 13 destinations including Cairns, Uluru, and the Blue Mountains.
Duration 19 days Destinations Melbourne, Great Ocean Road, Phillip Island, Kuranda, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Cooktown, Port Douglas, Alice Springs, UluruSee all destinations Age Range up to 85 year olds Operated in Only: German Operator SKR Reisen From
10% Off- NZ$20,244Incl: Return flight (Frankfurt Intl Airport)
Contrasts of Australia
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great trip! The only thing I would Recommend is booking restaurants with more of a vegetarian variety.”
tara, traveled in November
Laneway exploration and Yarra River dining in Melbourne opens this adventure, followed by tropical experiences in Cairns. The finale in Sydney features Opera House tours and harbor cruises, connecting Australia's most vibrant cities over 9 days.
Duration 9 days Destinations Melbourne, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Sydney Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Trafalgar From $6,720
10% Off- NZ$6,048+$1,705 upfront costsYou save $672
What our customers ask about Melbourne to Sydney Tours
What is the average price I can expect to pay for a Melbourne to Sydney tour?
Tour prices between Melbourne and Sydney range from $3,731 to $14,415 with most travelers spending between $6,500 to $9,000 per person. The price typically covers accommodations domestic flights between cities some meals and guided tours. AAT Kings offers a 9-day Contrasts of Australia tour at $4,315 while more extensive options like Gebeco's 24-day itinerary costs $12,974. A recent TourRadar traveler shared: "Tour manager was excellent. Itinerary worked smoothly and sites were breathtaking!"
What are the most common destinations visited between Melbourne and Sydney?
The route between Melbourne and Sydney connects several key Australian landmarks including the Great Ocean Road Adelaide Kangaroo Island Alice Springs Uluru Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef. Many travelers start their journey along the coastal route seeing the Twelve Apostles before venturing into the outback. A TourRadar traveler noted: "I really enjoyed my trip to Australia. The people were friendly and I saw many great natural wonders." The combination of coast and outback gives travelers a complete Australian experience.
What would be an example itinerary between Melbourne and Sydney?
A standard itinerary begins with 2-3 days in Melbourne exploring the city's famous laneways and often includes a trip to see Phillip Island's penguin parade. The next leg takes you to Cairns for 3-4 days where you can snorkel the Great Barrier Reef and walk through the Daintree Rainforest. The journey ends with 3-4 days in Sydney visiting the Opera House taking harbor cruises and exploring the Blue Mountains. A TourRadar traveler shared: "Nellie was an amazing tour guide and I had the best time ever!"
What are the average tour lengths for tours from Melbourne to Sydney?
Tours connecting Melbourne and Sydney span from 9 to 29 days with most travelers choosing 13-20 day itineraries. The "Best of Australia with Sightseeing Tours" offers a 13-day experience while the "Kaleidoscope Australia" extends to 29 days for a deeper exploration. One TourRadar traveler commented on their 13-day tour: "The tour was great as Australia is a beautiful place to visit." The length allows enough time to see major attractions without feeling rushed.
What is the average distance covered on a tour from Melbourne to Sydney?
Tours cover roughly 3,000 kilometers including all major stops between Melbourne and Sydney. The typical route flies from Melbourne to Cairns (approximately 2,300 km) explores the Great Barrier Reef region then continues south to Sydney (about 700 km). This distance lets travelers experience Australia's varied landscapes from city streets to tropical regions and harbor views. A TourRadar traveler noted they "enjoyed all the stops and excursions" along this extensive route.