Australia in 8 days for independent travellers (Oct-May)

Day 1: Arrival in Australia

Arrival at Melbourne International Airport (option to fly to Sydney and catch a domestic flight to Melbourne). Arrive to the hotel and go for a walk in the city. Night in Melbourne.

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Day 2: Melbourne

Walk through the city visiting the centre, the alternative neighbourhood of Fitzroy, and the Italian district of Carlton, brimming with charming restaurants for dinner. Night in Melbourne.

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Day 3: The Great Ocean Road

Rent a car to go from Melbourne to Port Campbell on the famous and spectacular Great Ocean Road. On the way, stop at one of the famous beaches for surfing. See the Twelve Apostles cliffs. Spend the night in the fishing village of Campbell.

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Day 4: Return to Melbourne

Return to Melbourne on the interior highway. Stop in the town of Winchelsea or at a winery. Visit Santa Kilda, one of the hippest neighbourhoods on the outskirts of Melbourne. Night in Melbourne.

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Day 5: Return to Ayers Rock and flight to Sydney

Visit Santa Kilda, one of the hippest neighbourhoods on the outskirts of Melbourne. Flight to Sydney. Arrive to the hotel and go for a walk in the city. Night in Sydney.

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Day 6: Sydney: the bay

Visit the Opera House. Take the ferry to Manly Beach crossing Sydney's impressive bay. Go for a swim at Manly Beach. Visit the historic centre of Sydney (The Rocks). Night in Sydney.

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Day 7: Sydney: Bondi Beach

Go for a swim at Bondi Beach. Rent a surfboard or take a surfing class for beginners. Walk through Chinatown and have dinner. Night in Sydney.

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Day 8: Back home

Trip to the airport. Flight back home.

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