Australian Open Vacation Package: Tennis and Sydney
This Australian Open vacation package delivers the Grand Slam experience every fanatic dreams of: witnessing world-class action at the Australian Open with premium hospitality, behind-the-scenes Melbourne Park access, and exclusive practice session viewing. Complete your bucket list adventure with exclusive, behind-the-scenes tours in both Melbourne and Sydney.
At a Glance
- 5 nights Melbourne
- 3 nights Sydney
- 1 Australian Open day session
- 1 Australian Open night session
Trip Highlights
Bucket List, Elevated
Witness Grand Slam tennis at the Australian Open, with exclusive access to practice courts where you’ll watch tennis legends prepare just meters away. Experience the electric atmosphere of Melbourne Park’s championship venues, from Rod Laver Arena’s center court drama to intimate practice session encounters that only true tennis devotees get to witness.
Special Access
Explore Sydney Opera House with an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour, accessing areas of this architectural masterpiece unavailable to regular visitors. Then, enjoy a private harbor cruise with your captain sharing Sydney’s rich maritime history.
Unique Stays
Stay at The Grace Hotel Sydney, a heritage-listed 1920s Neo-Gothic landmark elegantly restored with Art Deco interiors. Positioned in the heart of the CBD, this charming hotel is within walking distance of the Opera House, Harbor Bridge, and Circular Quay.
Suggested Itinerary
The itinerary below is just one example of what we can create. At Down Under Endeavours, we use 20+ years of hands-on expertise to design bespoke adventures inspired by you. Get in touch to make your dream trip to the Australian Open a reality!
Melbourne + Australian Open
City Walking Tour | Day Session | Night Session
Pictured: Crown Promenade Melbourne
Day 1: Touch Down in Melbourne
Welcome to Melbourne! Settle into the luxurious Crown Promenade, then explore this beautiful city’s many art galleries or enjoy wine at sidewalk cafes.
Overnight: Melbourne (Crown Promenade Melbourne)
Day 2: Hidden Gems on Foot
Explore Melbourne’s signature lanes and arcades on a guided tour revealing the city’s hidden gems. Discover quirky cafes, independent designers, vibrant street art, and unique architecture while learning historical tales of Melbourne’s evolution. Afterward, relax at your hotel or dive into Melbourne’s spectacular nightlife.
Overnight: Melbourne (Crown Promenade Melbourne)
Day 3: Melbourne at Leisure
Today is yours to explore Melbourne’s galleries, gardens, museums, and renowned cafe culture at your own pace.
Overnight: Melbourne (Crown Promenade Melbourne)
Day 4: Australian Open Day Session
Experience the excitement of the Australian Open with day session tickets and exclusive access to hospitality areas at one of tennis’s most prestigious Grand Slam tournaments. Watch world-class matches on the iconic courts including Rod Laver Arena and John Cain Arena, where tennis legends battle for championship glory.
Between matches, explore Melbourne Park’s grounds, sample gourmet food from diverse vendors, and soak in the electric atmosphere as 80,000 daily spectators create an unmatched sporting spectacle.
Overnight: Melbourne (Crown Promenade Melbourne)
Day 5: Australian Open Under the Lights
Spend your morning at leisure, then witness the electric atmosphere of an Australian Open night session with hospitality area access as Melbourne Park transforms under the lights. Night sessions feature the tournament’s biggest stars and most anticipated matches, creating an intimate yet electrifying environment where every point echoes through the stadium.
The cooler evening temperatures often produce the tournament’s most thrilling tennis, with matches that can extend deep into the night amid an atmosphere unlike any other Grand Slam.
Overnight: Melbourne (Crown Promenade Melbourne)
Sydney
Morning Harbour Cruise | Bicycle Tour | Opera House Tour
Pictured: Sydney Harbour
Day 6: Sydney Harbour Beckons
Fly to Sydney and settle into The Grace Hotel, perfectly positioned within walking distance of Sydney Harbour Bridge, Circular Quay, Darling Harbour, and the Royal Botanical Gardens.
Overnight: Sydney (The Grace Hotel)
Day 7: Harbour History and Cultural Treasures
Begin with a sensational morning tea cruise through Sydney Harbour as your personal captain and host share the rich maritime history of this iconic waterway and its historic foreshore. This afternoon, immerse yourself in Sydney’s vibrant art and cultural scene.
Overnight: Sydney (The Grace Hotel) | Meals: Morning tea
Day 8: Cycle the City and Inside the Opera House
Explore Sydney by bicycle on a guided half-day tour, capturing photos of the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Royal Botanic Gardens, Hyde Park, Anzac War Memorial, and Sydney Tower. Your expert guide provides fascinating insights at every stop.
This afternoon, step inside the world-famous Sydney Opera House for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of this architectural masterpiece.
Overnight: Sydney (The Grace Hotel)
Day 9: Farewell to Australia
Transfer to the airport for your journey home, carrying memories of Grand Slam tennis and Sydney’s iconic harbor beauty.
Pictured: The Grace Hotel
Pictured: Sydney Opera House
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