Frequently Asked Questions about Australia Travel
1. How much does a one-week trip to Australia cost?
A: The cost of an Australia trip from India depends on whether you’re booking a package with or without flights. An Australia package without flights would cost you around Rs 60,000 to 1.2 Lakhs for one week for one person. A package with flights would start from around Rs 1.4 lakhs per person.
2. What is the best way to travel within Australia?
A: For travelling between different cities in Australia, the best mode of travel is by air due to the large distances involved and keeping overall cost in mind. For travel within a city or destination, you can opt for a self-drive car.
3. What are the best places to visit in 2 weeks in Australia?
A: Here are some of the best places to visit in Australia in 2 weeks –
- • Melbourne: Penguin Parade in Phillip Island, Great Ocean tour & 12 Apostles, wineries, Queen Victoria market, Melbourne Cricket Ground.
- • Cairns: Big Cat Green Island, Great Barrier Reef.
- • Gold Coast: Sea World, Warner Bros Movie World, Dreamworld, Sky Point Observation Deck, Wet n Wild, Paradise Country.
- • Sydney: Opera House, Sydney Sea Life, Blue mountains- 3 Sisters, Sydney Tower, Bondi Beach & Featherdale Wildlife Park (to see Koalas and Kangaroos)
4. How can I plan the cheapest trip to Australia from India?
A: Some tips to help you plan a trip to Australia from India within the lowest budget possible:
- a. Try booking all possible excursions in advance to get guaranteed availability and good rates
- b. Book your package at least 2 months prior to travel date so that you get the advantage of early offers on airfare and hotel rates.
- c. Take Seat-in-coach (SIC) rather than private transfers when it comes to transfers.
- d. Share the cost of accommodation with your travel partner by going for twin sharing room occupancy rather than single room occupancy.
5. What is the best time of year to visit Australia?
A:There are two periods of the year which are the best time to visit Australia in terms of Australia weather. The Spring months of September to November offer warm and less humid weather and plenty of opportunities for activities like whale watching, wine tours and so on. Alternatively, the months of March to May form the Fall season in Australia when the temperature is cool and one can do a lot of sightseeing and other activities.