Exploring the Land Down Under

Sydney, Tasmania, and Melbourne

Trip Details

Itinerary

Days 1-2: Sydney, New South Wales

Sydney is one of the most iconic cities in Australia and the world, and for two days you’ll get to explore it to your heart’s content. From accommodations on the famous harbor, views are extraordinary! A private dinner cruise through the harbor is the plan for one evening, and the rest of the time will be open to your whims. But lo and behold, you will be equipped with your Off the Beaten Path Journey Guidebook, filled with recommendations for restaurants and a wide array of things to see and do. 

Days 3-6: Hobart, Tasmania

Head for Hobart! The fabled island of Tasmania awaits, and two-plus days are slated for exploring. With fabulous accommodations at a jam factory-turned-gorgeous waterfront lodge as home base, you’ll be poised to walk out the door to peruse the galleries, boutique shops, and cafés of downtown Hobart. Excellent guided outings are also in store. First, a privately guided kayak trip on Lake Pedder, the country’s largest freshwater lake, featuring amber waters, quartzite beaches, and unique flora and fauna. Next, a full-day “Seafood Seduction” cruise on a custom-built, luxury boat that sails down the Derwent River to sheltered waters of the D’Entrecasteaux Channel and Bruny Island. From there, seafood, fresh from the waters, will be attained and whipped up into a seafood feast! 

Days 7-9: Melbourne, Victoria

The last stop on this journey Down Under is to Melbourne, Victoria’s capital city, and one of the most beloved. And what’s not to love, with its reputation of youthful, livable, friendly, multi-cultural, sport-loving, and the “Arts Capital of Australia.”Stay in a beautiful downtown hotel on the splendid Southbank Promenade, with easy access to city sites on foot and by tram. Hit the streets on a guided Food, Art, and Laneways tour, offering an excellent interpretation of Melbourne, and highlighting architecture, the National Gallery of Victoria, street art, and delicious food and wine. 

Day 10:

The time has come to bid farewell to Australia. 

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