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Discover Melbourne, the second-largest city in Australia, known for its captivating coastal views, astonishing architectural landmarks, and beautiful botanical gardens!
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Price per person, Double Occupancy in a Traditional Room,* based on 05 Jul, 2026 Departure
Head into the heart of one of Australia’s most exciting cities with this tour of Melbourne! You will be blown away by the beauty and magic of this exciting metropolis as you quickly find out why it was named one of the most liveable cities on earth. Between the abundance of world-class restaurants, wide range of captivating museums, and blend of beautiful gardens, lively markets, and colorful street art, a trip to Melbourne will leave you with unforgettable memories that will last you a lifetime. Tour to Australia to explore the Great Ocean Road as you pass by limestone cliffs, sweeping white beaches, and lush forests, see the gorgeous coastlines and adorable penguins on Philip Island, or take a train to Dandenongs — breathtaking mountain ranges cloaked in lush rainforests of trees, waterfalls, hills, and valleys. Don’t forget to see the unbeatable city views from the Melbourne Skydeck or take a walk through the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria before your city tour of Melbourne comes to an end!
Independent tour with Deluxe Category Hotel
Make your own way to the airport for your overnight flight to Australia. Enjoy inflight meals and services.
Overnight Onboard Flight
Continue your overnight flight to Australia. Enjoy inflight meals and services.
Overnight onboard flight
Welcome to Australia! Upon arrival at the Melbourne International Airport, make your way to your hotel for check-in. Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure to explore the city at your own pace.
Overnight in Melbourne
Optional: Spirit of Melbourne Dinner Cruise : USD 150, min 1 paxDeparture Time: 07:30 PM
Trip Duration: 03hrs
Includes: Dinner, Beer, wine, soft drinks, premium spirits and liqueurs
Excludes: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Start your Melbourne dinner cruise at Southbank Promenade, where you board your fully enclosed boat, the Spirit of Melbourne. As your floating restaurant sets off along the Yarra River, take in views of the lit-up city skyline, passing by waterfront sights such as Federation Square, Flinders Station, Rod Laver Arena, Riverside Park, and the Royal Botanic Gardens. Enjoy the romantic atmosphere of the boat while sipping your choice of beer, liquor, red, white or sparkling wine. Prepared by talented chefs and served by attentive staff, your gourmet dinner is paired with premium Australian wines. See the Itinerary for our menu of Australian favorites like lamb, beef, and seafood. After entrée, main course, dessert, and cheese, your luxurious meal culminates with coffee or tea and a glass of port or liqueur. You are full and relaxed by the time you return to Southbank Promenade to end your cruise.
(Please note: You must specify main course at the time of booking. Please add your entrée choices in 'special requirements' field at the time of booking)
Melbourne, the capital of Victoria, is the second-largest city in Australia. Melbourne is a blend of bustling laneways, world-class restaurants and captivating museums. There's always a sense of excitement here – whether its in the city's fascinating flavours or fierce sporting rivalries. One of the best ways to really enjoy Melbourne is to take part in an organised tour. Spend the day at leisure or pre-book one of the following optional tours
Overnight in Melbourne
Departure Time: 7:30 AM
Trip Duration: 12hrs
Includes: Coffee and/or Tea, Friendly & Informative Guide, Pickup from Selected Hotels, National Park fees
Excludes: Meals other than as stated, Gratuities
Spend a full day exploring the natural wonders of Australia’s Great Ocean Road. Your guide picks you up at centrally located Melbourne hotels in a comfortable, high-tech mini coach, where you join just a handful of other passengers for a personalized, small-group experience. Onboard narration is available in many different languages through the Go West Tours app. The Great Ocean Road officially begins at Torquay, a famous surf town of gorgeous, sandy beaches. Stop at a beachside location before continuing through several charming port towns before stopping at Great Otway National Park, which boasts ancient trees among a semitropical forest. The coastal landscape comes to a dramatic climax at Port Campbell National Park, where you can gawk at the Twelve Apostles—a grouping of massive limestone pillars that rise up out of the ocean. The rugged cliffs along the Great Ocean Road once made for perilous navigation for vessels sailing into the port of Melbourne. Hear the tragic tales of Australia’s ‘Shipwreck Coast’ and visit Loch Ard Gorge, the postcard-worthy site of a notorious 1878 shipwreck. Finally, view the Gibson's Steps for a dramatic example of the power of erosion. Take in the incredible cliff line and offshore stacks before continuing on your drive back to Melbourne. Stop for dinner (own expense) on the return drive to Melbourne. Relax on the ride back to your hotel, or share snapshots of the day with family and friends using the coach’s free onboard Wi-Fi.
Optional: Phillip Island Seal-Watching Cruise: USD 90, min 1 paxDeparture Time: 02 PM
Trip Duration: 02hrs
Includes: Live commentary on board, Afternoon tea
Excludes: Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Seal Rocks is situated 2kms off the rugged south-west coast of Phillip Island. The boat drifts within meters of the seals, enabling you to witness them in their natural environment first hand. It is impossible not to be captivated by these naturally playful and inquisitive animals, as they regularly approach the boat for a closer look at you! Along the way, you’ll be enthralled by the beautiful coastline and learn all about the history of Phillip Island’s western shoreline.
Melbourne, the capital of Victoria, is the second-largest city in Australia. Melbourne is a blend of bustling laneways, world-class restaurants and captivating museums. There's always a sense of excitement here – whether its in the city's fascinating flavours or fierce sporting rivalries. One of the best ways to really enjoy Melbourne is to take part in an organised tour. Spend the day at leisure or pre-book one of the following optional tours
Overnight in Melbourne
Departure Time: 08 AM
Trip Duration: 08hrs
Includes: All tastings, Lunch, Friendly & Informative Tour Guide, Pickup from selected hotels, WiFi on board, Air-conditioned vehicle
Excludes: Meals other than as stated, Gratuities
Enjoy an authentic taste of the Yarra Valley on this full-day ecotour from Melbourne. Visit local farmers, family-run wineries, and artisan producers as you travel through the patchwork of vineyards and farmlands. Stop along the way to indulge in wine tasting at De Bortoli winery; sample scrumptious handmade chocolates at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie; and enjoy a delicious lunch at Rochford Winery. That’s not all: other stops include Yarra Valley Dairy and Yering Station
Optional: Off-Road Safari at Werribee Open Range Zoo: USD 95, min 1 paxTrip Duration: 01hrs
Includes: 75-minute general safari tour, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, General admisison to Zoo
Excludes: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transportation to/from attractions, Souvenir photos
Make your own way to Werribee Open Range Zoo in the morning, leaving plenty of time to start your safari at 11:45am. Meet your safari guide and board your open-air 4WD vehicle, which has a roof to provide shade. Go behind the scenes during an off-road tour of the zoo that crosses the open plains so that you can see rhinoceros, giraffe, zebra, and antelopes. You'll experience the wildlife of the savanna just 30 minutes from Melbourne's city center. Before and after your 90-minute safari, you are free to explore the zoo's exhibits on your own.
This morning, make your way to the International Airport for your flight home.
Collins Street - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Princess Theatre - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Her Majesty's Theatre - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Flinders Lane - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
The Royal Victoria Eye and Ear Hospital - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Yarra Riverfront - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Brunswick Street - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
St. Vincent's Hospital - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Carlton Gardens - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Melbourne Town Hall - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Hosier Lane - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Regent Theatre - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Forum Theatre - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Bourke Street Mall - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Royal Exhibition Building - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
The nearest airports are:
Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 22.6 km / 14.1 mi
Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 15.6 km / 9.7 mi
The preferred airport for The Hotel Windsor is Melbourne Airport (MEL).
Please refer to the following link(s) for important information about your specific destination.
Australia
Click here to check our recommended travel protection plan.
All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum age for children on escorted tours is 8. Minimum age on Safaris is 8. Minimum age for game drives in Kruger National Park (South Africa) is 12. Minimum age for Uganda programs is 15.
Please note that many countries have adopted practices to prevent international abductions of children. If a person under the age of 18 years will be travelling with an adult other than his/her parents, or with only one parent, a notarized letter, granting authorization to travel, including the dates of travel should be carried.
We offer many Solo-Friendly trips with no mandatory single supplement. For all other tours, a single supplement will apply for solo travelers.
For the rates on these tours, please refer to the Price and Dates section on each tour page.
Please refer to the following link(s) for important information about your specific destination.
Australia
How do I book a tour with Indus Travels?
You can review How to Book a Tour page for more details.
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Go to our website and click on the register button found on the upper right hand side to create your Indus Travel account and start booking tours!
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Click the Forgot Password? link in the login form and it will lead you to a form to change your password. Simply enter your registered email address and you will be emailed a link to reset your password.
How do I view my invoice?
You will not be able to access your invoice immediately upon booking. You will be notified by email when it is available for you, normally within 48 business hours of booking. You can find your invoice and all other details of the tours you booked by logging on to your account and going to the Tour Booking History page.
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Simply login to your Indus Travel account, go to your tour of choice and click on Book Now. You will then confirm the details and your preferences about the tour and finally pay through our secure online payment platform.
What forms of payment does Indus Travel accept?
We accept US & CA Dollar check, bank check, money order, direct deposits, wire transfer, Visa, and Master credit cards. Third-party credit cards are not acceptable. Payments made by wire transfer must include an additional $30 wire transfer fee. There is a $50 fee for returned checks.
Where do I mail a cheque?
Cheque payments should include your Reservation number in the memo section and be made payable to Indus Travels Ltd and mailed to:
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Canada
When is my final payment due?
Your exact final payment date is indicated on your invoice which may be viewed by signing into your account. In general, final payment is due 75 days prior to departure with some exceptions where payment is due earlier.
How much is my final payment?
The amount of your final payment will be noted on your invoice and can be accessed by logging into your account online.
Can I send a bank cheque or money order?
Yes. Indus accepts US & CA Dollar cheque, bank cheque, money order, direct deposits, wire transfer, Visa & Master credit cards. Third-party credit cards are not acceptable. Payments made by wire transfer must include an additional $30 wire transfer fee. There is a $50 fee for returned cheques.
To whom should I write the cheque?
Cheque payments should include your Reservation number in the memo section and be made payable to Indus Travels Ltd.
Can I pay with a debit card?
No. Indus does not accept payments with Debit card.
How do I know if Indus received my payment?
You will be notified by email that your payment was received and applied to your reservation. You may also access your reservation by logging into your account online
When will I receive my e-Documents?
Once final payment has been received and processed, documents will be sent via email approximately 21 days prior to the beginning of your tour services.
Can I get paper documents?
Paper documents may be sent upon passenger request. There is a shipping and handling fee of $30 for each set of paper documents: These paper documents will be delivered between 14-21 business days prior to the beginning of your tour. In some instances, a paper voucher/ticket is required by our vendor. In these instances, the costs for shipping and handling will be shouldered by Indus Travels.
How do I access and print my documents?
Your documents may be accessed by logging into your Indus Travel account and checking your Tour Booking History.
Do I receive anything else with my e-documents?
Indus e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.
How do I know where to find my airline ticket?
With a few exceptions, international airline tickets are issued electronically. The airline confirmation number and ticket numbers stated in your documents represent your airline "ticket(s)." Some domestic Arline tickets which can only be issued at destination will be given to you upon your arrival in the local destination.
If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?
You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.
Please note: Passengers who are not U.S. or Canadian citizens must check with the respective consulate or a visa agency to determine what personal identification is required. Passengers who enter, leave and then re-enter the same country on their itinerary should check if they require a double-entry visa.
How do I know if I need a visa?
Please check the Before You Book section found on every tour to access the country specific Know Before You Go document to know about Visa and other important information about the countries you will be visiting.
How do I obtain a visa?
A visa may be obtained by using a visa service or by contacting the embassy or consulate of the nation you are visiting prior to departing from your home country.
Please check the Before You Book section found on every tour to access the country specific Know Before You Go document to know about Visa and other important information about the countries you will be visiting.
How much does a visa cost?
There will be different costs that will be specific per embassy/consulate and whether you have used a visa service or not. These costs often change with little notice. We recommend that you contact the appropriate embassy or consulate directly for the most up to date information.
You may find the contact information for consulates/embassies in the Visa section of the Know Before You Go document available for the country you will be visiting.
What are optional sightseeing tours?
Optional tours are offered to travelers interested in additional experiences, sightseeing, meals or activities to supplement the included components of our tours. You may choose to participate in some, all or none of the optional tours which are priced individually. Complete descriptions and prices for each optional tour are listed on the itinerary section of the tours on our website.
When can I add optional tours?
Optional tours are available for purchase any time up to 45 days before departure.
Can I purchase optional tours locally?
Yes. When traveling on an escorted tour, optional tours may be purchased locally from the Tour Manager. However, Indus cannot guarantee the rate and availability of these services when purchased locally. Please note that tours purchased locally are subject to current exchange rates and may cost up to 10% more.
Can I add optional tours for only select individuals on my reservation?
Yes. For assistance on this matter, please contact Indus Travel sales and reservations staff.
What coverage does Travel Insurance provide?
For complete details on Travel Insurance, check our Travel protection page.
When can I purchase Travel Insurance?
American Residents can purchase Trawick Insurance with us at the time of booking or anytime prior to departure. After booking, Canadian Residents will receive an email with a referral to TuGo Insurance which can be purchased anytime prior to departure.
When is Travel Insurance active?
Travel Protection coverages will take effect on the later of 1) the date the plan payment has been received by the Policyholder; 2) the date and time you start your Covered Trip; or 3) 12:01 A.M. Standard Time on the Scheduled Departure Date of your Covered Trip.
I need to cancel my trip and have not purchased insurance, what do I do?
Penalties for cancellation will depend on the tour you have purchased and how close to departure you are at the time of cancellation. For more information, visit our terms and conditions.
Why is it important that I give my name as it appears on my passport when booking a tour?
Due to increased travel security and policies around the world, it is now a requirement that your airline ticket matches your first and last name exactly as it reads on your passport. Please note that any changes to the details of your air booking, could be subject to a change fee, penalties or cancellation.
Can I reserve a seat assignment?
For our packages that include flights, we do not usually assign seats. In most cases, you can request specific seats, but this may incur a small fee payable to the airline. For more information, contact our sales and reservations staff.
Once confirmed, are airlines seats always guaranteed?
In most cases, seat assignments are firm. However, airlines may sometimes reassign seats for operational reasons. This often happens at the last moment and is controlled by airline staff, with Indus Travel not being notified. Passengers are encouraged to reconfirm their seat assignments and any other special requests directly with their airline prior to departure.
Should I check-in online?
It always recommended and more convenient to check in online. It will shorten your waiting time at the airport, secure your seat assignments and other reservations.
Can I request a special meal on the flight?
Requests may be made for special meals. These requests will be sent on your behalf to the airline so long as Indus receives these request prior to your documents being issued. The availability of special meals will be based upon the specific airlines and will be at their discretion.
Can I use my frequent flier miles?
Accrued frequent flier miles cannot be used toward the purchase of Indus Travels’ airfare or used for class upgrades. However, airfare purchased through Indus Travels may qualify to earn you additional miles.
What is required when I check-in?
Ticketed passengers must show correct identification at check-in. Children must have a parent present at check-in and all tickets must be in each passenger's name.
What is required with International travel?
An international trip may require valid travel documents such as passport, visa, re-entry permit, health certificate, inoculation record, a ticket for the return journey or continuance of your trip, or ANY combination thereof. Passengers are responsible for the proper documentation. Concerns about the required travel documents may be resolved by contacting the appropriate consulate or embassy.
