At TravelEssence, we specialise in crafting custom-made holidays that take you off the beaten path and create memories to last a lifetime. We believe in connecting with the heart and soul of a place, introducing you to the locals who call it home. Engage in conversations with fascinating individuals who will share their stories, traditions, and way of life, leaving an indelible mark on your journey.
Would you like to experience the culture of Australia, like a local? Get inspired by this journey from Melbourne to Sydney. Along the way, discover the beauty of Australia's south-east coast. A part of Australia which is bursting with nature. Vibrant cities. Beautiful beaches. Australian wildlife. And more.
Quick facts about this sample itinerary
- This itinerary will be customised to suit your individual wishes
- Best travel time is between September and April
- Relaxed travel pace with 3 nights at each location
- The average drive between each accommodation is 2-4 hours
- Stay with locals at 6 locations, away from the crowds
- Choose from a diverse mix of activities with locals
- Domestic flight Melbourne to Sydney
Below, you can discover our suggested locations. Feel free to adjust your comfort level, add activity packages along the route, and indicate whether you would like us to arrange your flights. The price indication is based on travel in high season, so shoulder season travel will often give you a price advantage.
Route and Impressions
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![Experience the local music scene in Melbourne](https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/family/Besttime/Melbourne-Hidden-Secret-Tours-Melbourne-band.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=750&q=80&w=1000&s=486eed1010e6952e37269379abf9dbb9 1000w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/family/Besttime/Melbourne-Hidden-Secret-Tours-Melbourne-band.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=600&q=80&w=800&s=c58f2f8c476746971f0fb86664f3961b 800w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/family/Besttime/Melbourne-Hidden-Secret-Tours-Melbourne-band.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=450&q=80&w=600&s=753c859020f8a2c6279368ce5ee4c8d8 600w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/family/Besttime/Melbourne-Hidden-Secret-Tours-Melbourne-band.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=300&q=80&w=400&s=62ff21d0e2604300948565ce3877efca 400w)
![Mornington Peninsula is renowned for its exquisite food and wine scene](https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/friends/header_4363_Mornington_Peninsula_Wine_Tour.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=750&q=80&w=1000&s=da36c9934c39395feaeb0b5d3948c060 1000w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/friends/header_4363_Mornington_Peninsula_Wine_Tour.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=600&q=80&w=800&s=d2f3a7a25c1f0b0cd90665c346be156c 800w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/friends/header_4363_Mornington_Peninsula_Wine_Tour.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=450&q=80&w=600&s=483d712a8c340645d52a33c31c3639f0 600w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/friends/header_4363_Mornington_Peninsula_Wine_Tour.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=300&q=80&w=400&s=2e4422671db23b1f66e08c4c58a62a40 400w)
![Discover deserted pearly-white sand beaches](https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/family/see-and-do/auz-wilsons-promontory-day-tour-1-family-easy-going.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=750&q=80&w=1000&s=b4335ec9a82832cf6aa8e22b6b9c4538 1000w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/family/see-and-do/auz-wilsons-promontory-day-tour-1-family-easy-going.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=600&q=80&w=800&s=c02e014ccd6d4567c044761c217cf4db 800w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/family/see-and-do/auz-wilsons-promontory-day-tour-1-family-easy-going.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=450&q=80&w=600&s=1406cace5b5b449164e5d246134302b6 600w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/family/see-and-do/auz-wilsons-promontory-day-tour-1-family-easy-going.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=300&q=80&w=400&s=13c1ce3f4afd5ca11eb75841163ad24c 400w)
![Say G’day to the locals and savour baked goods](https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/general/Gippsland_Croajingolong-Cafe-Mallacoota.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=750&q=80&w=1000&s=5ce422a47b1a338d680db9b869d8566e 1000w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/general/Gippsland_Croajingolong-Cafe-Mallacoota.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=600&q=80&w=800&s=2184b4e249badffce46a5c1aa7d800fd 800w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/general/Gippsland_Croajingolong-Cafe-Mallacoota.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=450&q=80&w=600&s=dfab6652f212bfbb4bb3dacb2f83b723 600w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/general/Gippsland_Croajingolong-Cafe-Mallacoota.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=300&q=80&w=400&s=4374169091c6933609024765d30ffc8b 400w)
![Soak up this coastal, marine and hinterland national park wonderland](https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/general/4986_The_Edgewater_Bed_Breakfast_1535160378_Hyamns2.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=750&q=80&w=1000&s=575610c496bfd55e891172976ca5f523 1000w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/general/4986_The_Edgewater_Bed_Breakfast_1535160378_Hyamns2.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=600&q=80&w=800&s=96bb274ab8988c40e27f0edb07001ce5 800w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/general/4986_The_Edgewater_Bed_Breakfast_1535160378_Hyamns2.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=450&q=80&w=600&s=62f6c2af7f8e0509b453b8342f271b1e 600w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/general/4986_The_Edgewater_Bed_Breakfast_1535160378_Hyamns2.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=300&q=80&w=400&s=fa893b8e1515e4abe3e6d7c764a45500 400w)
![Explore the city by bike or on foot, take a boat or a train](https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/example-itinerary/auz-sydney-opera-house-solo-easy-going-1.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=750&q=80&w=1000&s=dbe2460175e40c9da2ead44c7ed20bfc 1000w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/example-itinerary/auz-sydney-opera-house-solo-easy-going-1.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=600&q=80&w=800&s=27bfe40d8668ea380f31ac82d26d2471 800w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/example-itinerary/auz-sydney-opera-house-solo-easy-going-1.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=450&q=80&w=600&s=a5a52abd42f0a5a110747a382459aafe 600w, https://cdn-travelessence.imgix.net/travelessence/australia/example-itinerary/auz-sydney-opera-house-solo-easy-going-1.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=300&q=80&w=400&s=e69de6117c8afdb26914d6da39a2c3ca 400w)
Price guide per person
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