Australia Winter Sun Holidays

If you’re someone who dreads the winter, a holiday to sunnier climes might be just what you need to get you through. While we’re leaving the house in the dark, shivering under our coats and sheltering from the rain, some lucky people out there are enjoying their summer. So why not join them and escape for some much-needed winter sun in Australia? The land down under is famous for its sunshine, adventure and laid-back lifestyle. With some of the best beaches in the world and the vast Outback to explore, Australia is a land of endless opportunities. In fact, the options may feel a little too endless – in a country 32 times bigger than the UK, it can be hard to know where to start. Let our Australia experts take the reins and plan your perfect winter sun escape.
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Australia winter sun holiday ideas

A few suggestions to get the holiday planning process started

  • One Country Australia – Sydney – Melbourne – Grampians National Park – Great Ocean Road – Kangaroo Island – Torquay

    City Buzz, Hilltop Hikes & Wildlife Encounters - Family Fun in Southern Australia

    Strap in for two-weeks of family fun in southern Australia, pairing two iconic cities with plenty of nature and wildlife

    14 days, from £3300 to £4500

  • One Country Australia – Perth – Yallingup – Exmouth - Fremantle

    The Best of The West - An Australian Family Getaway

    Explore the best of Western Australia on this two-week family adventure, from the bright city lights of Perth to the colourful delights of Ningaloo Reef

    15 days, from £4500 to £5200

  • One Country Australia – Sydney – Kangaroo Island – Barossa Valley – Wilpena Pound – Adelaide

    An Adventure Across Australia - City, Outback and Coast

    Chase adventure for 15 days across Australia, from city streets and blissful beaches to rolling vineyards and outback horizons

    15 days, from £4750 to £5700

  • One Country Australia – Adelaide – Port Augusta – Arkaroola – Flinders Ranges – Wilpena Pound – Clare Valley

    The Ultimate South Australia Road Trip - From the Outback to Wine Country

    Hit the road and explore South Australia’s wild side over 15 days, from Adelaide to the Outback

    15 days, from £5000 to £6500

  • One Country Australia – Melbourne – Tasmania – Sydney

    Iconic Cities and Rugged Road Trips - Melbourne, Sydney and Tasmania

    Explore the best of southern Australia on this 20-day adventure in Melbourne, Sydney and the wilds of Tasmania

    20 days, from £5350 to £6950

  • One Country Australia – Sydney – Mossman – Mount Mulligan – Palm Cove

    The Ultimate Australian Escape - City, Outback and Coast

    Turn up the adventure on this 15-day journey through Australia, from Sydney to the Great Barrier Reef, via the rainforest

    15 days, from £5700 to £11000

  • One Country Australia – Sydney – Hamilton Island – Brisbane – New Zealand – South Island

    Highlights of Australia and New Zealand - Experience the Best of Both Worlds Down Under

    Experience the perfect pairing of Australia and New Zealand on this thrilling 24-day adventure

    24 days, from £8000 to £10000

  • One Country Australia – New Zealand – Melbourne – Tasmania – Adelaide – Flinders Ranges – Auckland – Wellington – Abel Tasman – Queenstown

    Australasia Nature Sabbatical - An Epic Adventure Down Under

    Hike, bike and paddle your way through Australasia on this thrilling 44-day sabbatical from Melbourne to Queenstown

    44 days, from £12450 to £16150

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"Pre-booking phone call and emails were very helpful in planning our itinerary. As our trip involved travel and flights within Australia our Concierge was regularly in touch to check on our progress. The Original Services enabled us to relax. Our 4-week holiday in Australia was fabulous. We particularly enjoyed the two multi-day hikes, Spicers Scenic Rim Trail and the Arkaba Walk. We certainly would consider using Original Travel again."
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"The Concierge was super helpful and very responsive to our queries throughout. All arrangements ran extremely smoothly throughout. There were many highlights and we particularly enjoyed our time in Tasmania."
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We’ll design the perfect winter sun escape for you. Here are a few examples of what you could be getting up to in the land down under:


Drive the Great Ocean Road

Road trip, anyone? The Great Ocean Road stretches 150 miles along the south-eastern coast, passing through lush national park and past rugged beaches. A road trip is the perfect way to see what this beautiful country has to offer and make the most of the winter sun in Australia. Don’t forget to look out for the kangaroos!


Byron Bay

For decades, Byron Bay has been known for its alternative culture, easy-going surfer crowd and off-the-grid hippies. Now, Byron may be a bit more refined, but it’s no less beautiful. Live your bohemian dream at a tranquil yoga retreat, make the most of the winter sun in Australia by trying out surfing or shop ‘till you drop at Byron’s many boutiques.


Fraser Island

Imagine driving down the beach, wheels rolling over the sand as the waves roll in. No, it’s not a dream, it’s an everyday occurrence on Australia’s Fraser island. What could be a better way to enjoy the winter sun in Australia?

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