Experience the buzz of some of the world’s most iconic cities. Let Down Under Endeavours take you to the far side of the globe for an urban adventure. Cruise from one of the most famous cities in Australia, Sydney’s famed Opera House to the stunning Harbour Bridge. Dine on fusion cuisine beneath the majestic Table Mountain in Cape Town’s colorful waterfront district. Explore underground fashion hidden in one of the culture cities in Australia, Melbourne’s charming winding lanes.  Take a sailing excursion in the Auckland harbour on one of the America’s Cup sailing vessels.  Stay up for the Jo-burg nightlife or try to keep up with the adrenaline junkies of Queenstown.

Down Under Endeavours handcrafts luxury vacations designed around your wants, needs, timeframe and budget.  To get a taste of what’s possible, check out these sample itineraries. Have a look, see what catches your eye, then chat to the Down Under team to custom-create your itinerary.  Occasionally, we offer traditional “package” vacations focused on a special event. But those are the exception, not the rule.  Whether the itinerary of your trip includes cities of Australia or New Zealand, it will be a trip of your  lifetime and will be unique to you.

Sample Vacations

19 days

Australia and New Zealand Highlights

  • Explore street art, cafe culture, and wine tasting in trendy Melbourne
  • Enjoy Sydney highlights, including a gourmet harbor cruise
  • Discover New Zealand’s iconic scenery in Queenstown and Milford Sound
8 days

Australian Honeymoon: City and Beach Explorer Package

Live like a local in sunny Brisbane (before the rest of the world catches on to this under-the-radar destination!) and escape to beautiful Hamilton Island. Explore the Great Barrier Reef and Whitehaven Beach, and enjoy plenty of R&R at a stunning resort right on the beach.

12 days

South Pacific Vacations: Australia and Fiji Luxury Resorts

South Pacific Vacations: Australia and Fiji Luxury Resorts We designed this South Pacific Vacations: Australia and Fiji Luxury Resorts package for a couple from Atlanta who were celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary. They wanted a fabulous luxury getaway with exclusive 5-star resorts, with a good mix of adventure and relaxation. This trip was the perfect way Read More…

13 days

Sydney and Melbourne + the Yarra Valley and Rainforest

Discover the best of Australia in the vibrant cities of Melbourne and Sydney! World-class golf, wine, wildlife encounters, and a Blue Mountains nature tour are all included in this fabulous Australia highlights vacation. End your stay in the beautiful Daintree Rainforest

11 days

Golf, Wine, and Art in Melbourne and Adelaide + Outback Luxury Train

Explore the best of Australia’s luxury living, with exclusive experiences that bring the country’s unique offerings to life. From golfing Melbourne’s top courses, to epicurean adventures in the Mornington Peninsula, to soaking up outback scenery from the comfort of a luxury train, this trip gives you a bit of everything.

13 days

South Australia Vacation: Beaches, Wine, and Wildlife

See Australia off the beaten path with this South Australia Vacation package. Drive the Great Ocean Road, explore the Outback, and sample the delicious wines of Barossa Valley.

13 days

Australia Beaches and Sydney Vacation

Go off the beaten track and explore fabulous Australia beaches with a self-driving itinerary. Then, head to Sydney and see the city like a local with unique experiences.

12 days

Best of Australia: Highlights and Tasmania Excursion

Enjoy Australia highlights like the Great Barrier Reef and Sydney with exclusive, luxurious touches. Then, head to Tasmania and stay in the world-famous Saffire Freycinet.

9 days

Australia Family Vacation Packages: Sydney and Batemans Bay

After experiencing New Year’s Eve in Sydney, drive out to family-friendly Batemans Bay. Tour Murramarang National Park and see kangaroos on Pebbly Beach!

7 days

Reef, Rainforest, and Brisbane Explorer Package

Reef, Rainforest, and Brisbane Explorer Package This Reef, Rainforest, and Brisbane Explorer package was designed by an adventurous couple traveling from Chicago. The newly-weds shared interest for experiencing local cultures and taking unique excursions within a lux setting at their own pace. After leaving the airport, they hopped into their rental car equipped with GPS to Read More…

12 days

Family Trip to Australia: Wildlife, Reef, and Sydney Package

Meet koalas and kangaroos, snorkel the Great Barrier Reef, explore the rainforest, and soak up the sun in Sydney! This incredible family vacation features Australian highlights with a twist and plenty of fun for all ages.

11 days

Australia Winter Getaway

Australia Winter Getaway This Australia Winter Getaway was planned for a couple who wanted a winter holiday with all the highlights of Australia. This travel package gave them the perfect Australian adventure, with a mix of can’t-miss activities and leisure time. Our clients started their Australia Winter Getaway in Port Douglas, a gorgeous tropical city on Read More…

12 days

Australia Luxury Vacations: Cities and Reef Package

Visit the Great Barrier Reef, Melbourne, and Sydney on this can’t-miss luxury tour of Australia.

7 days

Luxury Australia Vacations: Vivid Sydney

See Sydney become a canvas for brilliant light installations and projections during Vivid Sydney! This spectacular festival of light, sight, and sound takes place in May and June.

9 days

Gay Vacation Packages: Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras

Don’t miss Australia’s biggest party: Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras! Catch the colorful parade in Sydney, then relax at a beautiful and luxurious beach retreat away from the crowds.

14 days

Australia Golf Vacations: Best Australian Golf Courses

Play some of Australia’s Top 100 Golf Courses, including Barnbougle and Kingston Heath, and discover must-see sights like the Great Barrier Reef and Sydney Opera House.

11 days

New Zealand Highlights Package

Visit New Zealand’s 3 best cities on this New Zealand Highlights tour. Get unique experiences like a cruise in Milford Sound, a Wellington foodie tour, wine tasting, and more!

8 days

Australia Vacations: Melbourne Cup and Sydney

Australia Vacations: Melbourne Cup and Sydney For one of our favorite Australia vacations, we designed this trip for a family with adult children from Kentucky who loved horse racing. They attended the Kentucky Derby every year and loved getting dressed up for a day at the racetrack, so we made sure to send them to Read More…

13 days

Australia Family Vacation: Best of Perth and Australia Beaches

Snorkel in the Great Barrier Reef, discover Perth and lovely Rottnest Island, explore trendy Melbourne, and see Sydney like a local. Get all the highlights on this Australia Family Vacation package!

8 days

Australia Vacation: Melbourne and Sydney Highlights

Discover Melbourne’s hidden gems and get exclusive access to legendary sporting venues. Then head to spectacular Sydney for some unique local experiences.

12 days

Australia Highlights Travel Package: Adelaide, Great Barrier Reef, and Sydney

Short on time? Hit the top highlights of Australia: Adelaide, the Great Barrier Reef, and sunny Sydney! Explore local flavors, ancient rainforests, deserted beaches, and mountains where you can see wild koalas.