About Australian Holiday - Want to be transported to a universe of astonishing serenity and exotic animals? If so, all you need to do is browse through the wide range of Thomas Cook India’s Australia Holiday Packages that will feed all the desires and expectations you have from this beautiful island. There is a plethora of Australia Tour Packages to choose from, depending on your needs and preferences. Whether it is a short trip lasting 5 nights and 6 days or a luxurious 19 night and 20-day holiday, every Australia tour is specially crafted with your comfort as a top priority. Also don’t worry about the cost of your Australia tour, these Australia holidays both with and without travel costs start at a pocket friendly INR 1,16,585 to a more premium, splurge worthy INR 283 638.00 for a customized, pampered, leisure vacation to Australia.
Thomas Cook India’s Australian packages have been carefully designed by travel experts to reflect the unique requirements, diverse interests and budgetsyou may have in mind. Planning an international trip can be very stressful. Luckily, Thomas Cook India’s Australia packages are the perfect remedy for this little pickle. Based on the specific sights you wish to see and activities you wish to indulge in, Thomas Cook India will specialize your itinerary and curate a very special holiday for you. What’s more? These Australia tour packages are available from all major cities such as Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Pune, Chennai, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Kochi and Trivandrum.
Also, if you are looking to understand more about Australia then visit our Australia tourism section which covers everything about Australia like the Things to Do in Australia, Best Times to Visit Australia, Places to Visit in Australia and much more.
Australia Holiday Packages
| Tour Packages Name | Duration | Price | Cities Covered |
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| Australian Duo | 5 Nights 6 Days | Rs. 169 963 | Melbourne(3) -> Sydney(2) |
| Australia Delights | 7 Nights 8 Days | Rs. 220 598 | Sydney(2) -> Gold Coast(3) -> Cairns(2) |
| Australia Extravaganza and Grand Bargain New Zealand | 18 Nights 19 Days | Rs. 470 404 | Auckland(1) -> Cairns(2) -> Rotorua(2) -> Gold Coast(3) -> Christchurch(1) -> Auckland(1) -> Melbourne(2) -> Sydney(3) -> Queenstown(3) |
| Grand Bargain Australia | 9 Nights 10 Days | Rs. 249 383 | Sydney(2) -> Cairns(2) -> Gold Coast(3) -> Melbourne(2) |
| Grand Bargain New Zealand | 8 Nights 9 Days | Rs. 253 549 | Auckland(1) -> Rotorua(2) -> Queenstown(3) -> Christchurch(1) -> Auckland(1) |
About Australia
With endless things to discover, Australia is an enchanting continent situated between the great Indian Ocean and the South Pacific Ocean. Ravishing cityscapes, beautiful country sides, fancy suburbs and quaint square contribute to a multicultural landscape. From crystal blue waters to red and golden terrains, the wilderness here is simply amazing. Its scenic mountains, iconic beaches, plunging reefs, enormous deserts and lush green forests will leave you spellbound. Australia is home to some exotic animals like Kangaroos and Koalas. Oh, and how can we forget about the largest coral reef in a color palette you cannot imagine! If you are an adrenaline junkie, Australia has many amusement and theme parks that will feed away all your wishes. A trip to Australia gives you the opportunity to swim with exotic marine creatures and spot some magnificent whales and sharks. Try taking a surfing class or engage in watersports like snorkeling, kayaking, diving and much more during your Australian trip!
The Aussie way of life today falls back to its history of its tribal roots and its mid-European influences. Even today, that history is seen in Australia’s monuments, museums and people. Australia is also a hub for arts, commerce, sports and recreation. Taking a trip to Australia, you will have the luxury of exploring the gorgeous landscapes of Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane, Gold Coast and much more! Oh, and an amazing culinary experience will also leave you speechless. Eating their staple cookies and fast foods is something you must do on your Australian tour. From beaches to parks, museums to clubs, stadiums to reefs, the possibilities are infinite. From the food to the flora and fauna, there are many surprises to unravel. Australia is also a place of renowned educational institutions and diverse ethnicities.
Best time to visit Australia
The best time to take a trip to Australia is during the spring and autumn seasons. The spring season emerges in September and lasts up to November while the autumn season starts from March to the month of May. Spring is the best time to visit the national parks and to go on a hiking trip. During the fall, you can explore the beauty of wetlands, rainforests and the wildlife in Australia. Being a country with a wide range of outdoor activities to offer, every season comes in with different experiences in Australia.
The summer season brings in warm sunny days that provide some great opportunities like exploring the beaches, diving, snorkeling, surfing, taking a road trip and much more. The summers in Australia begin from the month of December and last up to February. During the winters (June to August), you can indulge yourself in great outdoor activities like skiing and mountaineering.
How to reach Australia
Travelling to Australia with Thomas Cook India’s Australian tours is an easy affair as you can board a flight from all the major cities in India like Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Cochin, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Trivandrum, Hyderabad and Chennai. These major cities are well connected with other domestic airports in India. Hence, it provides a smooth journey for travelers planning to fly to Australia. There are ten airstrips connecting the Island to India, Melbourne and Sydney being the busiest ones. There is a wide range of carriers to choose from that cover the air route between India and Australia. You have the liberty to select from Jet Airways, Cathay Pacific, Thai Airways, Qantas Airways, Cathay Dragon and much more depending on your preferences and comfort. However, there is only one direct flight to Australia from India which boards from New Delhi and lands in Sydney, operated by Air India, which takes about 12 hours 25 minutes to get there.
Where to go in Australia Sydney
Sydney is a marvelous harbor location blessed with world class restaurants, fancy cafes and pubs, multicultural neighborhood, white sand beaches, world heritage sites and much more! Being in Sydney, you can spend a day marveling at the beautiful Sydney Opera house or unwinding at the iconic Bondi beach sipping on some fresh juice and soaking up the sun. With its beautiful gardens, thrilling amusement parks, street shops and the amazing zoo, Sydney will feed all the expectations you have from a vacation in Australia.
Melbourne
Melbourne is a cultural hub and is the most vibrant city in Australia. Uncover the history within Melbourne’s beautiful alleys or spend a day attending a sporting event, sipping on your drink. Right from treating your taste buds to some fancy, artisanal coffee to giving yourself retail therapy at the famous Queen Victoria market, Melbourne will make all your wishes come true. This place offers an array of lavish clubs, alluring museums, wildlife parks and an Aquarium that will make you go gaga!
Uluru
Witness million stars shining bright in the night sky in this spiritual heart of Australia. Ancient red sandstone landscapes, spellbinding culture and the beautiful sunrise that brightens the whole land are just a few reasons why you must visit Uluru. A panoramic view of the red Australian desert is something you should experience and make memories of during your trip to Australia.
Gold Coast, Queensland
If you are a water person and hitting the beaches and taking a dip is what your perfect holiday sounds like, the Gold Coast is the place of interest. Blessed with serene beaches surrounded by crystal clear blue waters and a wide range of water sports to indulge in, this city is a haven for beach lovers! But not just that, Gold Coast provides thrilling amusement and theme parks to feed the adventure junkie in you! With a variety to choose from, be it a humongous aquarium or forests to venture, the list never ends!
Brisbane
When in Brisbane, you will be surprised by the list of things and attractions it has to offer. From adventure to art, this place will fill you up with experiences you will cherish for lifetime. This river town has vibrant nightlife, a serene riverfront, amazing restaurants, pretty coffee shops and an alluring art scene. During your trip to Brisbane, you can visit the biggest koala sanctuary in the world and sip on some amazing wine at the Granite Belt.
Great Barrier Reef, Queensland
Paradise on Earth is here! Rainbow coloured corals and abundant marine life is what you can experience at this astonishing tropical destination. The Great Barrier Reef is home to 6 types of Turtles and kite shaped manta rays. It is blessed with several white sand beaches to spend your holiday in. And how can you forget whale watching while in the Great Barrier Reef? You can spot some alluring Dwarf Minke Whales, Bottlenose Dolphins and Humpback Whales at this place. And where else would you be able to see
Tasmania
Escape the hustle bustle of city life and soak up the serene views of this elegant Island. Home to some astonishing museums and pretty art galleries, this place will never fail to please you. Oh, and how can you forget being in Tasmania and not spotting a Tasmanian devil? Scrumptious seafood to eat and locally brewed beers are just a few things one should try in Tasmania. Pretty shops, fancy cafes and welcoming people fill up the streets of this beautiful Isle.
Perth
Best of both worlds, rightly named, Perth is a fusion of natural and man-made wonders. Astonishing street art, gourmet restaurants, fancy marketplaces, beautiful gardens, alluring skyscrapers and crystal-clear blue waters - these are just a few among the long list of things Perth has to offer. And how can you forget to visit the Rottnest Island when in Perth? Home to 63 beaches, Rottnest Island will feed all your beach cravings. From relaxing at the beach to indulging in thrilling water sports and spotting some giant whales to soaking up in music and art, Rottnest Island offers all of it!
Food in Australia
When in Australia, how can you miss on the lip-smacking Aussie delicacies? With its unique and quintessential dishes, Australia will surprise your taste buds and leave you amazed. From delicious biscuits to meats you may never find in any other continent, here’s some food you must try during your Australian tour.
Meat pies - A delicacy that one must try during their trip in Australia is meat pies. Yes, you heard it right! This traditional food consists of minced meat and gravy wrapped in a pie. You can grab this at a food truck or bakeries in Australia.
Kangaroo meat - You don’t find this anywhere else but in Australia. It's red meat which can be grilled, used in burgers or even make sausages. To ease into the experience of eating, you can try eating it in a stew or a pie.
Lamington - Lamington is a lip smacking square shaped sponge cake which is coated with chocolate icing and shaved coconut. This yummy dessert has its own day too! 21 June is celebrated as National Lamington Day. Enjoy an afternoon sipping on your favourite hot beverage and munching on a piece of Lamington with cream or jam.
The Lot Burger - If a normal burger is what you are expecting this to be, you are wrong. The traditional loaded burger comes with pickled beetroot and a fried egg. You might also find a big chunk of pineapple in your burger, but it only adds to the amazing taste of this huge burger!
Vegemite - Sounds weird right? This Nutella like spread tastes nothing like it. This paste is made with extracted yeast and tastes a bit salty and bitter. But it is the most popular spread which can be found in every household in Australia. Try it with your toast and savour it in its taste.
Tim tams - This, without doubt is Australia’s favourite and most delicious cookie. Happiness is in taking a bite of soft cream between two biscuits covered entirely in chocolate. And to add on to the excitement, it is available in 12 different flavours! Australian holidays without eating Tim tam are incomplete.
Things to do in Australia
Spend a day at the mind-blowing Sydney Opera House
Go behind the scenes of the iconic Opera House during your Australian trip. Hop on a sunset cruise at Sydney Harbor and spend some quality time from dusk to dawn. Don’t miss visiting the astonishing Sydney aquarium, Sydney tower eye, wildlife zoo and the Madame Tussauds museum on your trip to Australia. For some thrills, climb the Australian landmark, the Sydney Harbor bridge and witness some ravishing views from a height of 440 ft. Oh and how can you forget watching the giant whales and visiting the Taronga zoo to spot some exotic animals?
Drink the world’s best coffee in Melbourne
Sip on some world class coffee at a barista in Melbourne. You will be surprised by the way they craft their coffee and add flavours for an out-of-the-world experience. Take a stroll through the streets of Melbourne and get amazed by some of the most creative and artistic graffiti and fascinating underground art scene. Visit Flinders Street Station and Federation State to know more about the Australian culture. Are you into rock music? Head to the Palais theatre and the Spotted Mallard for their amazing live music. Take a stroll through the Botanic Gardens and explore its flora and fauna. Indulge in a gourmet Greek dinner at Greek Precinct, which has the largest expat Greek population in the world.
Take a camel ride in Uluru
Discover the spiritual heart of Australia riding on a camel. Soak in the rugged beauty of Uluru and witness the beautiful sunset right in front of your eyes. Have a chat with the locals and get to know a bit more about their lifestyle and cultures. Indulge yourself in a world class dining experience and take part in workshops with the locals for a unique and authentic experience. Your Australian trip is incomplete without witnessing millions of stars shining bright over your head at this alluring setting.
Catch an amazing show performed by dolphins at the Gold Coast
Get an opportunity to watch the dolphins perform at the Sea World. While you are there, you can try their thrilling roller coasters and monorails. Catch some other popular shows like fish detectives, SpongeBob SquarePants, Dora’s best friend’s adventure and much more! To get your adrenaline pumping, visit amusement and theme parks like Dream world, Whitewater World, Warner Bros. Movie World and Wet ‘n’ Wild. For an out-of-the-world experience, visit Sky point Observation Deck for a 360 degrees panoramic view. And how can you forget the beautiful sandy beaches? Relax or take a dip in the blue clear waters at the beaches during your Australian tour.
Hug a koala in Brisbane
What could be better than playing with cute Koalas at the biggest Koala Sanctuary in Brisbane? Take a bike ride and explore the beautiful Botanic gardens in Brisbane. Go on a picnic at the Brisbane River and click some amazing snaps to add to your Australian holiday memories. For a thrilling experience, take a ride in the gigantic Wheel of Brisbane and experience a witness the beauty of this city from the top. Visit the Australian zoo and see some exotic beautiful animals. Spend a day at Noosa and enjoy the river playground and alluring National Park on your Australian trip.
Swim along exotic marine life and explore the underwater coral life at the Great Barrier Reef
Your Great Barrier Reef venture is incomplete if you don’t indulge in scuba diving and snorkeling. Explore the vast aquatic life by taking a dive in these blue waters and swim along with some exotic underwater creatures. If you are lucky, you will find Nemo! Spot four immersion exhibits like crocodiles, koalas, kangaroos and pythons at the Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas. Enjoy a close encounter with some of the unique reptiles and animals in Australia at the Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures. Spot some large crocodiles, cassowaries, quolls and various species of snakes at this zoo. Sail over the alluring ocean waters and spots some whales and dolphins swimming around. Sip on a chilled beverage and unwind at the Whitehaven beach.
Get a thrilling river sledding experience in Tasmania
Are you up for experiencing a thrilling adventure? Try the adrenaline pumping sport of river sledding and feel the rush. Indulge in retail therapy at the local market which consists of an array of shops you can choose from. Stroll through the lanes of Tasmania and feast on some mouthwatering bagels and doughnuts. Sip on some delicious wine from local wineries. Take a bite of a juicy apple at Willie Smith’s apple shed and try on some handmade Belgian-style chocolates. Set up a camp beside the beautiful Franklin River in Tasmania during your Australian trip.
Spot some cute kangaroos at Perth
Head to the Heirisson Island and pet some cute, adorable kangaroos! Take an amazing selfie with them and add it to your Australian trip memories. Spend a night treating your taste buds, especially with scrumptious seafood at one of the classic restaurants in Perth. Go on a shopping spree at a local market or a stylish mall to pamper yourself and buy some amazing souvenirs. Take a peaceful walk across the Claisebrook Cove Bridge and witness the beautiful lights on the bridge at night. Explore the Kings Park or ride a bicycle by the Swan River. Experience a thriving cafe and nightlight experience at Leederville. Swim, dive, surf and snorkel and soak up in the sun at the pristine beaches in Perth.
