Sydney to Melbourne Tours
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- Southern Capitals - City Meets Bush
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- Southern Capitals - City Meets Bush (2026/2027)
- Southern Capitals - City Meets Bush (2027/2028)
- Highlights of Australia
- New Year's Eve Magic in Australia
- Independent Australian Explorer
- Classic Australia
- Get to know Australia (from Sydney/to Melbourne)
- Highlights of Australia (from Sydney/to Melbourne)
Southern Capitals - City Meets Bush
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Ideal for somebody from the UK wishing for a helpful introduction to a particular part of Australia.”
Ann, traveled in September
Duration 5 days Destinations Sydney, Canberra, Wangaratta, Melbourne Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Trafalgar From $3,290
10% Off- NZ$2,961You save $329
The route stretches from Sydney through Southern Highlands wine region to Berrima's Georgian village. Stops include Gold Creek Station and Canberra to historic Beechworth and Wangaratta, before Melbourne with optional Phillip Island penguin viewing.
Duration 5 days Destinations Sydney, Canberra, Wangaratta, Melbourne Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator AAT Kings From $3,465
10% Off- NZ$3,119You save $346
The trail winds from Sydney through Berrima's Georgian village and Canberra's political center to Victoria's High Country. Historic Beechworth and Glenrowan mark key stops before reaching Melbourne's cultural precinct, spanning 880km of Australia's southeast.
Duration 5 days Destinations Sydney, Canberra, Wangaratta, Melbourne Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator AAT Kings From $3,075
13% Off- NZ$2,675You save $400
Duration 5 days Destinations Sydney, Canberra, Wangaratta, Beechworth, Glenrowan, Phillip Island, Melbourne Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator AAT Kings From
13% Off- NZ$3,230
The path leads from Sydney's Opera House and Bondi Beach through Uluru's sacred landscapes and Cairns' tropical wonders to Melbourne. The route includes Great Ocean Road and city's renowned culinary scene, with domestic flights and German-speaking guide.
Duration 15 days Destinations Sydney, Uluru, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Kuranda, Melbourne Operated in Only: German Operator Gebeco From
13% Off- NZ$14,556
This 14-day Australian adventure from Sydney to Melbourne features New Year's Eve fireworks, Bondi Beach surfing, and the historic Rocks district. The path leads through Uluru and Cairns, culminating with Melbourne's culinary scene and Great Ocean Road's coastal views.
Duration 14 days Destinations Sydney, Bondi Beach, Blue Mountains, Uluru, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Kuranda, Melbourne, Great Ocean Road Operated in Only: German Operator Gebeco From
13% Off- NZ$16,751
The route leads from Sydney Opera House to Bondi Beach before a flight to Cairns for Great Barrier Reef activities. The final leg in Melbourne features Federation Square, St. Patrick's Park, and panoramic views from Melbourne Skydeck.
Duration 10 days Destinations Sydney, Bondi Beach, Cairns, Hunter Valley, Phillip Island, Great Ocean Road, Melbourne Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Globus From
13% Off- NZ$5,225
Duration 10 days Destinations Sydney, Cairns, Melbourne Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Cosmos From
13% Off- NZ$5,053+$1,197 upfront costs
Sydney's Bondi Beach marks the starting point before flying north to Cairns and Darwin. The southern route passes through the Red Centre to Adelaide, then along Great Ocean Road via Port Fairy and Loch Ard Gorge, finishing in Melbourne's cultural hub.
Duration 19 days Destinations Sydney, Bondi Beach, Barossa Valley, Adelaide, Kangaroo Island, Hahndorf, Coonawarra, Mount Gambier, Port Fairy, Loch Ard GorgeSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in Only: German Operator DERTOUR From
13% Off- NZ$12,495
Sydney's iconic harbor and Bondi Beach open the tour before flights to Cairns and Darwin. The route continues through the Red Centre via Alice Springs to Adelaide, taking in Kangaroo Island before reaching Melbourne along the Great Ocean Road.
Duration 19 days Destinations Sydney, Bondi, Bondi Beach, Adelaide, Kangaroo Island, Seal Bay, Flinders Chase National Park, Mount Gambier, Great Ocean Road, Melbourne Age Range Ages 6+ Operated in Only: German Operator DERTOUR From
13% Off- NZ$13,303
What our customers ask about Sydney to Melbourne Tours
What would be a typical day-by-day itinerary between Sydney and Melbourne?
A common 5-day route begins with a drive from Sydney to the Southern Highlands and Berrima. The second day focuses on Canberra where travelers explore Parliament House and key museums. On day three the route winds through Victoria's High Country to Beechworth with accommodation at places like the Nicolas Hotel Beechworth. The fourth day takes travelers through Ned Kelly Country toward Melbourne. The final day centers on Melbourne's distinct neighborhoods and cultural venues. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The itinerary was perfectly balanced between driving time and sightseeing - especially loved the day in Canberra and exploring Melbourne's hidden laneways."
What are the most common destinations visited between Sydney to Melbourne?
The route connects major landmarks starting with the Blue Mountains National Park near Sydney where travelers can view the Three Sisters formation. Key stops include the coastal Great Ocean Road Apollo Bay and the 12 Apostles rock formations. In Melbourne visits often include the Melbourne Cricket Ground St Patrick's Cathedral and the Royal Botanic Gardens. According to a TourRadar traveler: "The Blue Mountains and Great Ocean Road trips were absolutely spectacular with excellent guides who were knowledgeable and kept things moving well."
What is the average price range for Sydney to Melbourne tours?
Tours cost between USD 2200 and USD 3500 for 5-10 day journeys. This price covers stays at properties like the Mercure Sydney and DoubleTree Melbourne guided city tours coach transport and select meals. Basic 5-day tours begin at USD 2240 while extended 10-day programs with additional activities reach USD 3059. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The tour offered great value considering all the included sightseeing and quality hotels."
What key destinations do tours typically visit between Sydney and Melbourne?
The route includes stops at significant locations like Canberra's Parliament House the Victorian gold rush town of Beechworth and the Great Ocean Road's Twelve Apostles. Accommodations range from city hotels like the Courtyard Melbourne Flagstaff Gardens to local experiences such as dining at Bondi Beach surf clubs. As one TourRadar reviewer noted: "Loved exploring the small towns and scenic spots between the big cities - Beechworth was a real highlight with its gold rush history."
What is the total distance covered on a typical Sydney to Melbourne tour route?
The journey spans 800-1200km depending on the chosen path. The inland route through Canberra and Beechworth covers about 880km while the coastal Great Ocean Road option extends to 1200km. Daily driving segments average 200-300km with stops at places like the Beechworth Heritage Hotel. A TourRadar reviewer commented: "The driving distances were well planned with interesting stops that made the journey as enjoyable as the destinations."
What are the average tour lengths for trips from Sydney to Melbourne?
Programs range from 5-10 days between these cities. The Southern Capitals City Meets Bush tour completes the journey in 5 days with visits to towns like Berrima and Beechworth. Longer options such as the 10-day Independent Australian Explorer allow extended time in both major cities. One TourRadar traveler shared: "The 5-day pace was perfect - enough time to see everything without feeling rushed between stops."