Australia new south wales sydney skyline with opera house Credit Destination NSW
Au nsw jervis bay murrays beach sea cave
Au nsw jervis bay whalewatching
Au nsw ben boyd nationalpark green cape
Australia new south wales sydney skyline with opera house Credit Destination NSW
Au nsw jervis bay murrays beach sea cave
Au nsw jervis bay whalewatching
Au nsw ben boyd nationalpark green cape
Sample itineraries

21 days from Sydney to Melbourne along the coast

The route between Sydney and Melbourne is perhaps one of Australia's best-kept secrets. And therefore something for explorers who like to travel off the beaten track.

After extensive sightseeing days in global metropolis Sydney, follow the Pacific route southwards along impressive coastal landscapes. Enjoy quiet coastal towns, beaches where kangaroos feel at home, lush green forests and an abundance of national parks. Hike through rainforests, sample freshly caught seafood and enjoy the abundance of native wildlife.

Facts about this sample trip:

The itinerary you see here is also ideal as part of a longer trip to Australia. This is a sample trip. Together with your travel advisor, you will design your own itinerary to suit your exact needs. With only accommodation and activities that make you happy. Adjust the comfort level, add activity packages and specify whether you book your flights yourself or leave this to TravelEssence. Price indication is based on high season travel. Travelling in low season often provides a price advantage.

Route and Impressions

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Explore the city by bike or on foot, take a boat or a train
Explore the city by bike or on foot, take a boat or a train
Soak up this coastal, marine and hinterland national park wonderland
Soak up this coastal, marine and hinterland national park wonderland
Peaceful country idyll on the southern New South Wales coast
Peaceful country idyll on the southern New South Wales coast
Welcome to Australia’s capital city
Welcome to Australia’s capital city
Experience seclusion, wonderful beaches and pure nature in Eden
Experience seclusion, wonderful beaches and pure nature in Eden
Coastal charm and lake paradise
Coastal charm and lake paradise
Discover deserted pearly-white sand beaches
Discover deserted pearly-white sand beaches
Famous for funky street-art: Melbournes popular Laneways
Famous for funky street-art: Melbournes popular Laneways

Sydney

4 nights

Pop into the vibrant Surry Hills or visit the eccentric Newtown, an alternative haven, or visit colourful art galleries in Chippendale. Feel the beach vibes and discover the sunny shores of Bondi, Coogee or Manly.

Jervis Bay

2 nights

Relish the pearly white sand of Hyams Beach or Greenfield. Absorb the nature with a bushwalk through Booderee National Park. This coastal gem is a playground for whales and dolphins.

Broulee

2 nights

Broulee is ideal for anyone who appreciates a quiet coastal town where there is plenty to see and do every day. The kilometre-long beach with crystal-clear water is ideal for families and there are good surfing conditions all around. On the small island off the coast, a 2-hour circular walk offers the opportunity to see native plants, birds and wildlife. From late August to November, Mossy Point Anchor Lookout and Melville Point Lookout provide the perfect vantage point for whale watching off the coast.

Canberra

2 nights

To end the battle between Sydney and Melbourne, Canberra was declared the new capital. Canberra is home to many national monuments and institutions. The lake is the perfect setting for walking, cycling and swimming. 

Eden

3 nights

Eden is the southernmost town in New South Wales, bordered to the north and south by a national park and located in beautiful Twofold Bay. Take time to explore Eden's secluded bays and take a trip to the magnificent Ben Boyd National Park. Every spring, thousands of humpback whales visit Eden on their way back to Antarctica. The Sapphire Coast offers the Australian way of life at its best.

Lakes Entrance

2 nights

In the Lakes Entrance region, inland waters and national parks meet Ninety Mile Beach on the Pacific Ocean. Take endless walks on the beach, explore the lakeside landscape by kayak or hire a boat to paddle to places only locals know about. Lakes Entrance is famous for its seafood. Catch your own fish or try the fresh dishes at numerous places along the coast.

Wilsons Promontory

2 nights

You will find no less than 50,000 hectares of pure nature with many hiking trails to explore. This raw dramatic scenery is surrounded by calm rivers, granite peaks and green forest valleys.

Melbourne

3 nights

A chic, stylish and a melting pot of multiculturalism. Visit art galleries, or go to the famous Queen Victoria Market to savour local produce. Go neighbourhood hopping - stop by the hip seaside suburb, St Kilda.

Price From

£3,450 Per persoon
Whats included?
  • 20 nights in small-scale accommodation
  • 8 destinations
  • 14 days rental car (SUV incl. full coverage)
  • Your holiday is CO2 neutral
  • 6 activity packages

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