Contrasts of Australia
Deal Number 21500297
Interest Free
Just go. Make your dream holiday your next holiday with easy Interest Free repayments over the next 9 months on packages over $999. For full product information please see our interest free page.
There’s no denying Australia’s diversity. This Melbourne to Sydney tour invites you to glimpse a full range of natural attractions, whether two World Heritage Sites in Cairns (the Great Barrier Reef and Wet Tropics of Queensland) or the eye-popping, art-clad laneways of Melbourne and architectural marvel of Sydney Opera House. Wherever you venture, expect to discover First Nations culture.
Duration 9 days
Destination Sydney
Company AAT Kings
Availability From 09/04/2026 to 02/04/2027
Call 133 133

What's Included?
- Highlights
- 3 Dinner (D)8 Breakfast (B)2 Lunch (L)Melbourne’s laneways are a work of art, with street murals, hidden bars, boutiques, and cafes
- We’ll show you where to look
- Low level of fitness required
- Day 1: Flights to arrive prior to 12 noon into Melbourne AirportDay 9: Flights to depart anytime from Sydney Airport Airport to Hotel transfers are available to purchase on request
- Flights to and from your tour are not included in the tour price
- Internal-holiday flights IncludedPlease note that prices include land and internal-holiday airfares, which AAT Kings will book in order to fulfil the holiday itinerary: Day 3: Melbourne to CairnsDay 6: Cairns to SydneyMake a positive impact while you learn about Koorie peoples, cultures, and communities at the Koorie Heritage Trust Gallery
- Comfortable walking shoes Warm layers in cooler months Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat Water bottle CameraIt doesn’t matter how many times you splash about in the Coral Sea, the Great Barrier Reef never fails to impress
- There are too many world records being broken here to mention
- MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience - Learn about Koorie peoples, cultures, and communities at the Koorie Heritage Trust Spot the crocs on Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures Wildlife River Cruise MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience - Hands-On Tree Planting Activity with Rainforest Rescue Cruise out and snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef - a UNESCO World Heritage Site Explore the flora and fauna of the Wet Tropics of Queensland - a UNESCO World Heritage Site Join a private guided tour of the Sydney Opera House Make an exclusive visit to Bondi Surf Life Saving Club You’re welcomed to a Be My Guest Lunch at Bondi RSL Club Cruise around Sydney Harbour and see the famous Sydney Harbour Bridge
Availability
- From 09/04/2026 to 02/04/2027
Visit Sydney
Day 1
Settle into your hotel on the banks of the Yarra River and meet your Travel Director for dinner at a popular South Wharf riverside restaurant.
It's a great opportunity to get to know everyone in a unique setting.
Day 2
Get out and see the sights today on a guided walk with your Travel Director discovering the little lanes, arcades, and cafe society of stylish Melbourne.
Gaze up at the beautiful Victorian façades lining grand boulevards. Stroll past famous, edgy street art that shows a stylish contrast to federation buildings and churches as Melbourne’s coffee aroma wafts overhead. Discover more of Melbourne over a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience tour and walk at Koorie Heritage Trust Gallery. Make a positive impact while you learn about Koorie peoples, cultures and communities. There's time afterwards to explore the city on your own, enjoy an optional experience to Phillip Island to see the nightly ritual of the Penguin Parade (own expense). Or simply relax and watch the world go by.
Day 3
Things start to heat up in Cairns, the heart of Tropical North Queensland.
Jump aboard a cruise at Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures to discover some of the wildlife that calls this part of the state home, koalas, wallabies and crocs among them. Now that you’ve appreciated the beauty of the area, you can put your passion into practice helping with a Rainforest Restoration project, a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, to protect the natural wonder of the nearby Notophyll Vine Forest, an area older than the Amazon. By jumping in and helping the team plant trees, you’re supporting the protection of this rare type of dry rainforest from development and restoring it to an important wildlife corridor of native birds. Talk about a feel-good day. *If you are departing on an early flight from Melbourne, a boxed breakfast will be provided.
Day 4
Go from city to sea today on a full day bucket list exploration of the world’s largest coral reef system in the Great Barrier Reef, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Set sail on a high-speed catamaran for these tropical waters then explore this underwater wonderland up close donning your mask and fins for a snorkel (equipment provided). You’ll feel like a fish in an aquarium weaving through the rainbow of reefs and fish. Or, choose to stay dry in your semi-submersible, air-conditioned craft with an underwater observatory to have a different view of these tropical species. However you choose to explore, you’ll love learning the insights on the reef the colourful fish and plants that call it home from your local guide. On board you’ll be treated to a buffet lunch and afternoon tea and coffee to soak up the Aussie sun before you cruise back into Cairns.
Day 5
Today is a free day to do as you choose.
A great option is the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway to Kuranda, travelling over and through World Heritage rainforest, explore quaint Kuranda village and later board the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway for the return journey (own expense). If you’d prefer to spend the day relaxing by your hotel pool or sitting back at a local cafe you can do that too! After a big day out or in town, meet up with the group for dinner at Ochre Restaurant and enjoy Australian cuisine featuring the best local produce.
Day 6
Following a leisurely start to the morning it’s time to switch the tropical vibes back to city highlights as you fly to Sydney.
Check into your centrally located hotel and spend the rest of the day and evening exploring as you wish. You could visit Mrs. Macquarie's Chair for views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge or the new Sydney Modern Art Gallery, which are both close by. Ask your Travel Director for sightseeing and dinner suggestions.
Day 7
Sydney is home to many famous landmarks, with the Sydney Opera House being one of the most notable.
You will take a guided tour of this unique building to learn about its architecture and the renowned artists who have performed there. Next a visit to Bondi Beach and a special behind-the-scenes tour of Bondi Surf Life Saving Club. This members' only club has granted us special access. You'll be shown around the club and learn about the club's history and lifesaving operations. Following this, your Surf Life Saving guide will host a Be My Guest lunch at the Bondi RSL club with views across this famous beach and out to the Pacific Ocean. Afterwards, enjoy a Sydney Harbour cruise to view the Opera House from the water, along with sights like Circular Quay, Shark Island, impressive mansions, beaches, and parks. The cruise also takes you under the Sydney Harbour Bridge, offering a memorable experience.
Day 8
The day is a free day to explore at your leisure or book one of our hand crafted selection of optional activities.
There are so many sights and experiences to be had in this city and further afield. You might choose to visit the Three Sisters in the Blue Mountains, for fresh mountain air and stunning scenery. Or get your adrenaline racing with a thrilling climb up (and over) the Sydney Harbour Bridge (both own expense). This evening you can share your stories of your day with your fellow travellers at dinner.
Day 9
All good things must come to an end.
Fill up on your last breakfast before bidding farewell to your fellow travel companions.
View our great airfares, hotels and travel insurance.
Departure dates and Pricing
Departure Date | Return Date | Availability | Price | Enquire |
---|---|---|---|---|
Thu 9th April, 202610/04/2025 | Fri 17th April, 202618/04/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
Departure Date | Return Date | Availability | Price | Enquire |
---|---|---|---|---|
Thu 7th May, 202608/05/2025 | Fri 15th May, 202616/05/2025 | On Request | Per person from$6070* | Enquire » |
Departure Date | Return Date | Availability | Price | Enquire |
---|---|---|---|---|
Thu 25th June, 202626/06/2025 | Fri 3rd July, 202604/07/2025 | available | Per person from$5577* | Enquire » |
Departure Date | Return Date | Availability | Price | Enquire |
---|---|---|---|---|
Thu 27th August, 202628/08/2025 | Fri 4th September, 202605/09/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
Departure Date | Return Date | Availability | Price | Enquire |
---|---|---|---|---|
Thu 24th September, 202625/09/2025 | Fri 2nd October, 202603/10/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
Departure Date | Return Date | Availability | Price | Enquire |
---|---|---|---|---|
Thu 8th October, 202609/10/2025 | Fri 16th October, 202617/10/2025 | Sold Out | Per person from$0* |
Departure Date | Return Date | Availability | Price | Enquire |
---|---|---|---|---|
Thu 5th November, 202606/11/2025 | Fri 13th November, 202614/11/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
Thu 19th November, 202620/11/2025 | Fri 27th November, 202628/11/2025 | Sold Out | Per person from$0* | |
Thu 26th November, 202627/11/2025 | Fri 4th December, 202605/12/2025 | available | Per person from$5802* | Enquire » |
Departure Date | Return Date | Availability | Price | Enquire |
---|---|---|---|---|
Thu 3rd December, 202604/12/2025 | Fri 11th December, 202612/12/2025 | available | Per person from$6320* | Enquire » |
Thu 10th December, 202611/12/2025 | Fri 18th December, 202619/12/2025 | Sold Out | Per person from$6320* |
Departure Date | Return Date | Availability | Price | Enquire |
---|---|---|---|---|
Thu 7th January, 202709/01/2025 | Fri 15th January, 202717/01/2025 | Sold Out | Per person from$0* | |
Thu 14th January, 202716/01/2025 | Fri 22nd January, 202724/01/2025 | available | Per person from$5802* | Enquire » |
Thu 21st January, 202723/01/2025 | Fri 29th January, 202731/01/2025 | Sold Out | Per person from$0* | |
Thu 28th January, 202730/01/2025 | Fri 5th February, 202707/02/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
Departure Date | Return Date | Availability | Price | Enquire |
---|---|---|---|---|
Thu 4th February, 202706/02/2025 | Fri 12th February, 202714/02/2025 | Sold Out | Per person from$0* | |
Thu 11th February, 202713/02/2025 | Fri 19th February, 202721/02/2025 | available | Per person from$6320* | Enquire » |
Thu 18th February, 202720/02/2025 | Fri 26th February, 202728/02/2025 | Sold Out | Per person from$0* |
Departure Date | Return Date | Availability | Price | Enquire |
---|---|---|---|---|
Thu 4th March, 202706/03/2025 | Fri 12th March, 202714/03/2025 | available | Per person from$5802* | Enquire » |
Thu 11th March, 202713/03/2025 | Fri 19th March, 202721/03/2025 | Sold Out | Per person from$0* | |
Thu 18th March, 202720/03/2025 | Fri 26th March, 202728/03/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
Thu 25th March, 202727/03/2025 | Fri 2nd April, 202704/04/2025 | available | Per person from$0* | Enquire » |
Terms and conditions
- Prices quoted valid for sale until 13 August 2025 unless otherwise stated or sold out prior.
- Price is per person and subject to availability. Accommodation (if included) is based on twin share unless otherwise stated.
- Airfare (including internal flights) is not included unless otherwise stated and, if included, is economy class unless otherwise stated.
- Local payments, "trip kittys" or food funds may apply and may be payable direct to the supplier on arrival or to your travel agent prior to your departure. Where applicable, these payments are included in the total price quoted.
- Gratuities are not included unless otherwise stated.
- Additional conditions and travel restrictions may apply. Please enquire for further details.
- Prices shown are fully inclusive of taxes, levies and government charges current at time of publication.
- Additional levies, government charges and other applicable fees may apply and are beyond our control.
- Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply depending on date of travel.
- Payments made by credit card will incur a surcharge.
- Prices shown are for payments made by cash in store or Bpay.
- These prices are a guide to the best price. Prices are correct as at 08 August 2025 and are subject to change without notice, due to matters outside our control, such as adverse currency fluctuations, fuel surcharges, taxes and airfare increases. Please enquire for further details.
- We receive payment from third party travel service providers when you use us to book travel and travel-related products and services with them on your behalf.
- Our liability to you is limited in certain situations, and we may charge you a cancellation fee(s) in certain circumstances. See our booking terms and conditions for further details.
- We may provide your personal information to third parties, including travel service providers with whom you make a booking. See our privacy policy for further details.
Important Notice
The above information has been obtained from the relevant suppliers and should be considered an indicative guide only as to the prices that may be available for these products. Flight Centre cannot guarantee that any particular product will still be available at the following prices, or for your exact dates of travel. At the time of making your booking, prices may differ to that price displayed on this website. Please contact a Flight Centre travel consultant to obtain the latest up to date information regarding applicable prices, fees and charges, taxes, availability, any blackout dates (such as school holidays), seasonal surcharges and other terms and conditions which may apply.
Contact an Expert to find out more about this tour and other amazing tours!
Talk to a travel expert and personalise your trip
From quick getaways to dream holidays
We're the biggest travel agency south of the equator with access to destinations right around the world. Anywhere you want to go, we can take you there.
Book Now Pay Later!
Where ever you want to fly, cruise, tour or stay, you can holiday sooner with our Interest Free Holidays.
Real People, Real Experience, Real Easy
Our Travel Experts love travel as much as you do. Book with us, knowing you're getting the best advice from the best in the business.