Melbourne to Sydney Tours
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- Best of Australia with Sightseeing Tours
- Essence of Australia 14 Days
- Australian Highlights
- Complete Australia Highlights 14 days
- Contrasts of Australia (With Internal Air, 9 Days)
- Melbourne to Sydney Adventure
- Australian Highlights (With Internal Air, 2025/2026)
- AUSTRALIA – 12 Days Melbourne Uluru Cairns Sydney
- Australian Highlights (Intra Tour Air Tax Australian Highlights)
- Between ocean & outback
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 All Ages Welcome Operator Australia and New Zealand Travel Company From
- NZ$6,909
Duration 14 days Destinations Melbourne, Cairns, Gold Coast, Sydney Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Vio Travel From $3,842
5% Off- NZ$3,650You save $192
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 All Ages Welcome Operator Trafalgar From
5% Off- NZ$10,240+$2,970 upfront costs
Duration 14 days Destinations Melbourne, Uluru, Gold Coast, Cairns, Sydney Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Vio Travel From $4,831
5% Off- NZ$4,589You save $242
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 All Ages Welcome Operator AAT Kings From $6,440
10% Off- NZ$5,796+$1,705 upfront costsYou save $644
Duration 7 days Destinations Melbourne, Sydney Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Travel From $3,540
10% Off- NZ$3,186You save $354
Duration 13 days Destinations Melbourne, Phillip Island, Great Ocean Road, Bondi, Blue Mountains, Sydney Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator AAT Kings From $9,810
10% Off- NZ$8,829+$2,905 upfront costsYou save $981
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 Ages 8+ Operator Bucket List Group Travel LLC From
10% Off- NZ$8,779
Duration 13 days Destinations Melbourne, Phillip Island, Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay, Bondi, Blue Mountains, Sydney Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Trafalgar From $9,750
15% Off- NZ$8,288+$2,905 upfront costsYou save $1,463
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
15% Off- NZ$25,936
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.