One week in Australia
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With just one week in Australia, it’s important to know what you would like to visit, to make sure that you’ll be able to plan a 7 or 8 day itinerary that fits in everything that you want to see. Never fear though, since there are so many incredible things to see and do, you won’t have trouble planning the trip of a lifetime.
Best things to see and do for one week in Australia
What to see in one week
With just one week in Australia, why not start with the classics? Begin your travels in Sydney, where you’ll be able to get a sense of the cool city life here as you explore chic bars, nice shops and tasty restaurants. Make sure to try the seafood while you’re here to sample all the specialties. Take a boat tour just off the coast to see a view of the city that not every visitor gets the chance to see. You can even see the famous Opera House as it’s lit up for the evening. The next stop on your one week itinerary should be more rural, to give you a sense of the huge expanse of country that makes up the majority of this destination. Head to Uluru to see the bizarre scenery that has captured so many imaginations and to see some of the country’s famous wildlife on an Australia Safari adventure.
What to do in one week
Australia is the adrenaline lover’s dream and you’ll be able to try everything, from surfing on Bondi Beach, to skydiving over the Great Barrier Reef (or snorkelling through it if skydiving isn’t your idea of fun). Why not take a road trip along the Great Ocean Road, for a perfect week long itinerary with amazing places to stop around every corner? Spend the evening parked up as you watch the sunset over the sea and enjoy some delicious food. Aside from the coast, you can also explore some of Australia’s best National Parks, such as the Kakadu National Park or The 12 Apostles; a marine national park with bizarre rock formations. You can also explore some of Australia’s islands, for the perfect place to relax. Visit Fraser Island, where you can rent a boat and live the high life as you relax on board and explore the beaches and the open water.
Best time to travel to Australia for a week
Since the seasons here are inverted, the hottest time to visit is anytime from November to February, where temperatures can be scorching. This is also a busy time, with many visitors wanting to experience the novelty of a hot Christmas. If you are travelling with younger children, perhaps consider visiting outside of this hot period when the intense sun can be too much for some. Travelling outside of peak times also means that you can save on prices as well as enjoy fewer crowds in some of the more popular tourist destinations. Visiting in the shoulder seasons during August, September, March and April means that you’ll still be able to benefit from good weather. Whenever you decide is the best time to visit, you’ll never want to leave this stunning country.
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You can visit Australia in any season, even if it is better choose the date of your departure according to the climate of the region visited. You can visit any region of Australia in spring and autumn: the climate there will be all the more pleasant. Summer, from December to February, is a very pleasant period in the south, and the winter climate is very pleasant in different regions. Check the climate of your specific destination before you leave.
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Traveller reviews of their trip to Australia
Brie
. We had always wanted to go to Australia and New Zealand. Who wouldn't want to visit there. The scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef was a bucket list experience. Sailing by the Sydney Opera House. Hiking through the rainforest. Seeing the glowworms. Visiting the wineries and enjoying some New Zealand wines. Sitting on the verandas at the B&B's. Relaxing in the hot pools. The overnight trip on Doubtful Sound. So much to enjoy, difficult to name all of the venues. The people were the best. Everyone was so accommodating and hospitble.
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We had planned the cruises to Australia and New Zealand on Celebrity 2 years ago. We originally planned for 3 cruises back to back, but the Australia segment didn’t really give us the opportunity to actually see the parts of Australia that we wanted to see. We were so incredibly fortunate to find Liz *********who not only listened to what we wanted to see and do, but gave me valuable first hand information and suggestions that served us well in developing our itinerary. We were able to maximize our time and see/experience Australia and the highlights without feeling rushed or that we missed opportunities.
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With a 5 week vacation booked for Australia and New Zealand We started the search for someone to help with the arrangements. We wanted to see the highlights, yet not feel rushed. I discovered Evaneos/**************through internet browsing and reached out. Liz replied promptly and after a few questions regarding our preferences for activities and wishes she designed a trip with great variety. Liz worked closely with us to ensure we were happy with the recommended accommodations and tour activities while striving to keep our tours to a small group size. Emails and questions were answered promptly and we talked on the phone a few times. I felt like I was dealing with a person who was invested in creating a fantastic holiday for my husband and I that we would remember for a lifetime. Liz was personable, enthusiastic and provided high quality service.
The accommodations were located at each destination in a central spot within walking distance to restaurants. She was open to arranging and booking as many, or as little activities and/or tours as we wished. The attention to detail was pleasing with all our vouchers for each activity organized by date with phone numbers noted to contact the companies if required. Liz worked during our trip to make sure things went smoothly; at one point rearranging an airport pickup due to a delayed flight and offering to rearrange accommodation if needed due to the bushfires. We had a total of 11 flights in Australia and New Zealand all booked through Evaneos. One portion of our trip was not possible due to weather and the money was refunded promptly when we returned home.
Thanks to Liz and her team we had an absolutely amazing trip in Australia and New Zealand. We arrived home with memories to last a lifetime! We would use Liz and her team at Evaneos again.
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