Sun, Sand, Surf and Lager. Does that sound like sheer bliss? True, it is. Once you land on the island continent of Australia, you will be taken aback by the bewitching diversity it has to offer in a travel experience.
Sunshine and good times in harbour cities alternate with adventure, exploration or just short walking-trails through the heritage-listed rain forests. Long scenic road trips are interspersed with fun parks for children, high energy theme parks, kayaks and dolphins and kangaroos. Quaint village streets give way to a modern urban landscape with high rise towers and glitzy shopping malls.
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Located in the southern hemisphere, Australia is made up of the mainland continent, Tasmania and many other small islands in the Indian and Pacific oceans.
Over seven million square kilometres in landmass; its size makes it a megadiverse country. At the Centre of Australia lies a vast stretch of deserts. To the south east, south-west and the east lay the mountain ranges, whereas the north-east comprises of the tropical rainforests.
Its divergent landscape is responsible for its varying climate. It has tropical north, Mediterranean south-west, oceanic to humid sub-tropical south-east, alpine highlands and arid to semi-arid interiors. This means that if you are wondering what the best time to visit Australia is; the answer is all the year round.
Its population is concentrated heavily in the urban landscapes dotting the coasts, almost entirely on the eastern side. Modern, westernized, English speaking and wealthy, Australians boast of a highly developed nation that is a stickler for rules, making it a very safe place to visit.
A visit to Australia means you have to visit at least some of its major cities. Sydney, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Cairns and Melbourne are urban centres most tourists love to visit. All of them are on the easy to reach the east coast. If you are in the urge to go the extra miles just for the beaches then Perth on the west coast is the place to go.
Bunch up with your urban destinations the breath-taking beauty of the Australian wilderness, or long drives on the Great Ocean Road or just follow a nature trail. If you have an adventurous streak in you, the place for you to visit is the marvelous desert landscape of the Red Centre.
Beaches and islands, food and drink, wildlife, nature and national parks, urban glitz and shopping, arts-culture-and-cuisine; Concoct your own heady mix of your trip to Australia. Or better still; let the expert professional team at Flying Squirrel Holidays do it for you.
Typically, Sydney is a must-visit place for a vacation in Australia. The Harbour City boasts of enticingly clean beaches, charmingly immaculate gardens and splendid bayside views. Home to the iconic landmarks Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge, it is visually one of the most stunning cities in the world. It is an intriguing mix of electrifying city life and laid-back calm on the golden beaches of Bondi and Manly just a short ferry ride away.
At Brisbane, you can chronicle your visit with photos of the picturesque islands nearby and be back to relish delicious food at the award-winning restaurants lining its streets. Art lovers will find themselves spellbound by its thriving art scene.
Art and culture lovers will find Melbourne no less enticing. There are numerous stadiums and race tracks too for the sports lovers in this sports capital of Australia.
Perth, even with its god-awful remoteness, is not far behind in its claim to international tourists’ attention because of its gorgeous beaches.
The city of Gold Coast beckons you to its long sandy beaches and surfing spots, theme parks and hiking trails.
For holiday cantered on the outdoor there is the Blue Mountain. For adventure and marine life, go to the Great Barrier Reef. Manly Beach and Bondi Beach are for sand and surf while Uluru and Red Centre provide desert adventure.
Rugged hills and lush rainforest and a close encounter with the aborigine culture await you at Kakadu National Park. Be surrounded by wild life at the Kangaroo Island. Witness a rare combination of tropical rainforest, white sandy beaches and fringing reefs at the Daintree region. Then there is the Ningaloo Reef where you can put up in luxury campsites.
You are truly lost for choices when it comes to selecting between places to visit in Australia.
Do as the Australians do.
Beaches and Islands are an intrinsic part of Australia’s way of life. Soak in the sun lying on the sands or go swimming, diving or snorkelling in clear waters. Whichever city you are in, you are not far away from a beach. Manly just across Sydney too has great beaches. Hyams is said to have the whitest sand beaches in the world.
Adventure and Sports play a big role in the Australian way of life. Go diving or snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef or even on the Manly Beach just across the Sydney Harbour. Raft down Tasmania’s river for the thrill of a lifetime. Take a peek inside the cricket stadiums of Melbourne and get bowled over by a strange feeling of awe.
Set out on spectacular road trips along Western Australia’s Coral Coast and take in the splendid Indian Ocean. Take a trip on the Great Ocean Road and be witness to bewilderingly changing land formations. Or, you can just hit on the road for a long drive along the east coast to any of the many cities lining it for a scenic experience you will never forget.
Experience luxury travel. Give in to your urge to get a little pampering you always needed. Experience extravagance in food, wine and accommodation; all in a curious combination of luxury ambience and the outdoor. Swim in the tranquil waters, take a walk through the giant karri trees and come back for a cosy nap in the luxury lodges.
Savour the Food and Drink that is traditional or creatively tweaked and is much more than just freshly shucked oysters.
Experience the Australian wildlife from close quarters. Meet Australia’s cute animals. Cuddle a kola at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, swim with dolphins on Moreton Island, or stroll with the Kangaroos off the coast of Brisbane.
There is so much to do; you would want to stay back.
Sydney Harbour Bridge is one of the most recognizable tourist spots among visitors to Australia. Take the help of a guide to ascend the top of the bridge. The view of the harbour and the city from top of the bridge is breath-taking.
Sydney Opera House is a site marked as the World Heritage by UNESCO. Spectacular to watch from a distance, these iconic architectural beauty houses theatres, restaurants, exhibition rooms, studios and a cinema.
Great Barrier Reef, a diving and snorkelling paradise, is home to an astounding number of marine species. Sharks and dolphins, turtles and giant clams, soft and hard corals, you have so much to overwhelm you.
Blue Mountains National Park, just a day trip away from Sydney, is over six thousand acres of wilderness famous for startling gorges, beautiful waterfalls, awe-inspiring aboriginal rock paintings and 140 kms of hiking trail.
Great Ocean Road is a thrilling driving route that has along the way many national parks, resort towns, dense eucalyptus forests, fern-filled rain forests and hiking trails.
Kangaroo Island, a ‘zoo without a fence’ is a nature lover’s delight. You get stunned seeing kangaroos hopping on the sandy shores and marvel at the sight of endangered species of sea lions resting in the sun.
Uluru, otherwise also known as Ayers Rocks, is a striking red monolith in the Red Centre. It is one of the most photographed wonder of nature. It is a sacred site that marvellously changes colour at the sunset and is best appreciated when guided by the aborigine guides.
Crocodiles at world heritage Kakadu National Park, wilderness safari to the astounding bio-diverse Daintree National Park and Tasmanian wilderness are huge attraction for the tourists.
Theatres, art galleries, restaurants and shops are a big attraction at Melbourne.
The list is endless. The Choice is daunting. And that’s where we at the Flying Squirrel Holidays come in.
Here is a sample itinerary for a Ten days tour package to Australia from India. This will be customized to suit your preference.
Day 1
Welcome to Sydney. Hotel transfer will be arranged for you. Restore yourself after a long flight. Take a sumptuous brunch at the hotel and move out to an amazingly delightful city. Many of the city attractions are free or almost free. Pick your delight. You can start with just ambling around through the historic village The Rocks that sits right under the Sydney Bridge. Get transposed from the hustle of your everyday life to the gentle leisure of coffee or beer on the cobblestone street of this quaint village. Walk along the harbourside and inhale fresh life with magnificent harbour views. Ascend the arch or just walk the Sydney Bridge for a spectacular perspective of the city. Set aside your evening for shopping, dining and night-life.Day 2
In the morning You will go to the ferry terminal at Circular Quay for which transport will be arranged. Hop on to a ferry for a panoramic ride and absorb the splendorous view of the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge on your way to the Manly Beach. Spend the day at the beaches just lazily bathing in the sun or if you are into it, surf the waves. While you are there, don't miss going for a snorkel or a dive. But, if you are not ready for the rigour, just stroll on the promenade. Take a stroll after a meal at the Manly Warf Hotel. Soak up the views of the beautiful beach fronts while you roam your humdrum away.Day 3
You will be taken to the Sydney Central Station for an easy two-hour ride to the Blue Mountains. You will get off at Katoomba. A short walk away is the Echo point. Reach there to a stunning view of the Three Sisters. It is one of the most photographed landmarks in the country. You will then jump on to a passenger railway and arrive at Scenic World. Enjoy the ride on the steepest passenger railway line. From here, you will take a ride on either the Scenic Cableway or glass-floored Scenic Skyway for a mesmerizing view of the valley. After tea at Katoomba's Art Deco Café, you will take a return train to Sydney for dinner and rest at the hotel.Day 4
You will be dropped at the Sydney Airport for a direct domestic 3-hour 15 minutes flight to Cairns and will be transferred to Port Douglas for a stay in the tropical holiday town. Rest yourself before you lunge into your next excursions to Daintree Forest and Great Barrier Reef. While you are there, you can stroll on Macrossan Street for boutique shops and restaurants or go to a popular four-mile beach.Day 5
Departing Reef Marina in Port Douglas, sail off in the luxurious catamaran for a day in the reef. Great Barrier Reef is a psychedelic experience in colourful marine life in the sea world. Swim, dive and snorkel in the company of green turtles and parrotfish. Have an elaborate sea food lunch on the Aquarius after you are drained and famished enjoying the serene waters. Cruise back to Port Douglas enjoying the leisure sail.Day 6
Head for the Dain Tree National Park for a scintillating adventure in the world heritage listed rain forest. A private guide will help you take a cruise on Daintree River. Sandy white beaches with fringing coral reefs, rugged mountain peaks, gorges with swiftly flowing rivers and spectacular waterfalls will be an experience of a lifetime. And surely, why would you miss an opportunity to train your camera on those magnificent crocodiles?Day 7
You will be taken back to Cairns airport. Take a plane to Uluru. It's a 3 hours 17 minutes flight. Land on to get an unmatched experience of the Australian wild. Visit Uluru to a fascinating experience of beautiful sunrises and sunsets and ancient landscapes. The Australian Red Centre offers its visitors secluded and spiritual experience like nowhere else.Day 8
After the rigours of the wild, you deserve a lazy late morning. Take a mid-day flight to Melbourne the next day and land on to an experience of total contrast to the day before. Be fascinated by the tree-lined boulevards and nineteenth-century buildings of Melbourne, the city with the pride of being regularly voted the 'world's most liveable city'. You will visit the Modern Federation Square. Admirers of arts and culture will love their visit to Melbourne Arts Precincts, Arts Centre Melbourne and The National Gallery of VictoriaDay 9
Melbourne is known for its contemporary and cultivated lifestyle. Savour the taste of locally made delicacies in elaborate restaurants and food joints. Your private guide will meet you in the afternoon. He will take you to the Penguin Parade. Join a Wild Ocean Eco-Boat Tour. A fascinating eco-tour awaits you at the Churchill Island Heritage Farm, Nobbies Centre and the Koala Conservation Centre.Day 10
Get a transfer to the Melbourne airport and take a flight to Sydney. At Sydney, you will be left to your way around the city for souvenirs and shopping. Or you can hop on the ferry once again to go to the Bondi Beach just across the harbour. Return to take your flight back home. This itinerary is a sample. We at Flying Squirrel Holidays can customise this for you. Write to us at connect@flyingsquirrelholidays.com or contact us at +913340525777 and we will find the combination that suits you best.Please email me a copy of the sample itinerary
Cost of a trip depends on various factors like destinations, duration, class of travel and stay, and inclusions. We customise your tour best suited to your interests and budgets.
When is the best time to visit Australia?
Australia is an enormously large country and a bio diverse one at that. Any time of the year is good to visit Australia depending on which part of the country you are visiting. Your preferences, budgets and interests decide on it.
Most tourists, however, prefer September to November and March to May to visit Australia.
The weather during these seasons is very mild which makes it a perfect time to visit.
How far is Australia from India?
It’s a 7820 kms flight from Mumbai and clocks around 9 hours.
How expensive is Australia?
Australia being a vast and bio-diverse country lends itself to be explored by people of myriad interests. Depending on your interests we at Flying Squirrel Holidays will work out an itinerary that will not let you feel left out because of your budget.
Do Indian visitors need a visa to visit Australia?
Yes, Indian visitors need a visa to visit Australia. There is no arrangement for visa-on-arrival for people who visit from India.
What is the language spoken by the Australian people?
English is the language spoken by the people of Australia.
What is the currency of Australia?
The currency used in Australia is the AUD.
Can a person having driving license issued from India drive in Australia?
Yes, Indian driving license is valid in Australia.
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