Australia 10-Day Tours & Itineraries

Explore 9 trips designed by local kimkim specialists to get ideas for your trip to Australia.

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Best of Eastern Australia: Sydney, Cairns, Gold Coast, & Melbourne - 10 Days

On this 10-day adventure through Australia, discover four cities, along with several scenic day trips. Begin in Sydney to tour landmarks and areas like The Rocks, Sydney Harbour, and Bondi Beach, along with an excursion to the stunning Blue Mountains region. Then, enjoy a quick day in Cairns for an indigenous experience, followed by two days in Gold Coast to tour the beaches and enjoy some thrills. The vacation ends in Melbourne to visit the funky pub scene, embark on a wildlife tour of Phillip Island, and take a guided road trip through Great Ocean Road.

The Ultimate Aussie Excursion: Cairns, Uluru, & Sydney - 10 Days

On this 10-day trip to Australia, enjoy a mix of city tours and outdoor excursions. First, explore Cairns, along with a memorable day trip to the famed Great Barrier Reef. Next, visit the Outback of Uluru and iconic Ayers Rock. Then, land in Sydney for a city tour, a day of wine tasting in Hunter Valley, and a free day to experience the BridgeClimb at Sydney Harbour Bridge and the renowned Sydney Opera House.

The Authentic Aussie Adventure: Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney, & Cairns - 10 Days

On this 10-day adventure, visit four cities that offer a mix of sightseeing tours and outdoor excursions. Land in Melbourne and stroll through popular sites, before taking to Great Ocean Road to explore seaside lookouts. Next is Adelaide, which offers museum tours and a trip to Kangaroo Island, decorated with native species. Then, visit Sydney's local landmarks, along with the picturesque Blue Mountains, before the grand finale out of Cairns—a memorable boat tour to the world-famous Great Barrier Reef.

Best of Western Australia: Exmouth, Margaret River, & Perth - 10 Days

This 10-day trip through Western Australia includes plenty of outdoor adventure. Land in Exmouth to swim with whale sharks and explore Ningaloo Reef, followed by an active tour of Cape Range National Park and its beautiful gorges. Then, visit Margaret River to visit unique caves and indulge in a gourmet wine tasting day. Next, travel to Perth to go shopping on Murray Street and Hay Street and embark on day trips to the cliffs and Pink Lake of Kalbarri, as well as a snorkeling tour of Rottnest Island.

Best of Northern Australia: Cairns, Darwin, Broome, & Perth - 10 Days

This 10-day journey begins in Tropical North Queensland, where the ocean meets the rainforest. Go sightseeing in Cairns, before embarking on a day trip to snorkel through the spectacular Great Barrier Reef. Then, head to Darwin to explore the outdoor landmarks—Kakadu National Park, Katherine Gorge, and Edith Falls. Next, venture to Broome to visit an indigenous wilderness camp and discover the Horizontal Falls phenomenon. The tour ends in Perth, with a free day to stroll or adventure, along with beach excursions to Coral Bay and Shark Bay.

Watch the sun set and rise over Uluru (Ayers Rock)

Australia Highlights: Melbourne, Uluru, Cairns, & Sydney - 10 Days

Cover the highlights on this 10-day tour that perfectly combines urban exploration with outdoor excursions starting in the cultural capital of Melbourne—a great jumping-off point to explore nearby Phillip Island and the Great Ocean Road. Venture into the "Red Center" to visit the iconic Ayers Rock before flying out to tropical Cairns to cuddle with a koala and snorkel the Great Barrier Reef. End your stay with a Sydney city tour and a day trip to Blue Mountains National Park.

Australia East Coast Family Road Trip: Brisbane to Sydney - 10 Days

Independent travelers will love this 10-day family road trip across Australia's spectacular east coast. Traverse the stunning Gold Coast hinterland as you wind through charming towns, rainforest detours, and sweeping bays before experiencing the iconic sights of Sydney. You and the family will get to cuddle koalas, surf 100-foot dunes, and marvel at the majestic humpbacks during a whale watching cruise.

Meet the local fauna at the Pinnacles Desert

Perth for Families - 10 Days

Featuring an energetic blend of city exploration and epic outdoor adventures, this 10-day itinerary is perfect for active families wishing to explore the sunshine capital of Australia and its nearby treasures. Discover Perth's iconic sights before embarking on an exhilarating boat ride to experience the wild beauty at Rottnest Island. Sandboard down desert dunes and marvel at the wonders of the Pinnacle Desert before journeying through the golden outback to visit 2.7 billion-year-old Wave Rock.

Australian Adventure for Families: City, Outback & Reef in 10 Days

This adventure-packed 10-day itinerary features a mix of unmissable UNESCO World Heritage Sights with plenty of family-friendly excursions both inland and on the coast. Soak up the sights of Sydney, spend the day touring the Northern Beaches and nearby National Parks, then venture into the outback to watch the sunrise and sunset over Uluru. Snorkel among the beautiful coral and marine life in the Great Barrier Reef before experiencing the magic of the world's oldest rainforest.

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