
Sydney and the Southern Australian Coast
About the Trip
April 7–21, 2026 | 15 Days
Experience the vibrant cities and wild coastlines of South Australia on this immersive 15-day adventure. Begin in Sydney, where historic streets, the iconic Opera House and fresh seafood markets set the stage. Then, board the Celebrity Edge® for a 8-night cruise along Australia’s southern coast. Explore Melbourne’s lively laneways, the unspoiled beauty of Kangaroo Island and Adelaide’s vibrant cultural scene. From bustling harbours to remote shores, this journey offers a perfect blend of culture, history and breathtaking scenery, revealing Australia’s many sides in a way that feels both authentic and unforgettable.
Member Exclusive Benefits
We reward all our CAA Members on our Extraordinary Explorations® tours/cruises.
- Plaza Premium Lounge pass†
- 50 CAA Dollars®^
- 25% savings on CAA Travel Insurance◊
Extraordinary Experience
CAA has curated an exceptional experience unique to your tour. Details of this experience are listed below:
Aussie Seafood BBQ Cooking Experience
Head down to Sydney’s famous fish markets, where the day’s catches serve as your culinary inspiration. Watch a live cooking demonstration in a tiered theatrette, as expert chefs guide you through the techniques of preparing fresh seafood. Then, roll up your sleeves at your own fully equipped cooking station for a hands on cooking experience where you recreate the demonstrated dish. Finally, sit down and enjoy your creation with your fellow travellers. It’s the perfect way to blend flavours, culture and a dash of Sydney’s vibrant spirit.
Package Includes:
- Return airfare from Toronto or Winnipeg to Sydney
- Pre-cruise tour:
- 3-night stay in first-class accommodation in Sydney
- 3 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 2 dinners
- Sightseeing and entrance fees as per itinerary
- Local English-speaking guides
- 8-night Southern Australia cruise on-board the Celebrity Edge®
- Onboard meals and entertainment as per cruise itinerary
- Destination transfers
- All Included Package:
- Basic Wi-Fi package
- Classic beverage package includes service change
- Post-cruise tour:
- 1-night stay in first-class accommodation in Sydney
- 1 breakfast
- Local English-speaking guide
- Destination transfers
Sydney and the Southern Australian Coast
Activity Level: Moderate. Explore Sydney’s highlights, then cruise Australia’s southern coast to Melbourne, Kangaroo Island and Adelaide on this exciting 15-day journey.
Day 1
Depart on your overnight flight from Toronto or Winnipeg to Sydney.
Day 2
Cross the International Date Line.
Day 3
Sydney – Upon arrival, meet your guide and drive to your hotel for an early check in. The remainder of the day is at your leisure until this evening, when you’ll meet your guide and walk over to the Sydney Tower Restaurant to enjoy dinner with uninterrupted revolving views of the city.(D)
Day 4
Sydney – After breakfast, take a guided tour of the city’s highlights by private coach. Begin at The Rocks, Sydney’s historic birthplace. Pass the Botanical Gardens, Conservatorium of Music, Art Gallery and Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair, pausing for stunning Opera House views. Travel through Darling Harbour, Chinatown, Kings Cross and the upscale suburbs of Double Bay and Rose Bay, ending at Watson’s Bay with sweeping ocean vistas. After lunch at Bondi Beach, return to the city centre for a private one-hour tour of the Sydney Opera House. (B/L)
Day 5
Sydney – Start the day with a private walking tour of The Rocks, exploring Sydney’s oldest dwellings and the Garrison Church. Afterward, enjoy free time to explore. In the evening, head to Sydney’s iconic fish markets for your extraordinary Aussie Seafood BBQ experience, where you’ll take part in a hands-on cooking class before savouring your creations. (B/D)
Day 6
Sydney – Meet your guide in the hotel lobby to transfer over to the Celebrity Edge® for your 8-night Southern Australia cruise. (B)
Day 7
Eden
Day 8
At sea
Day 9
Kangaroo, Island
Day 10
Adelaide
Day 11
At sea
Day 12
Melbourne
Day 13
At sea
Day 14
Sydney – Disembark Celebrity Edge® and meet your guide and transfer to your hotel for early check in. Remainder of the day at leisure.
Day 15
Transfer to the airport for your return flight back to Toronto or Winnipeg. (B)
B - Breakfast | L - Lunch | D - Dinner

Terms & Conditions
*$9,939 is a deluxe porthole with veranda cabin based on Cat. P1 $10,249 is a prime concierge cabin based on Cat. C1 $9,819 is a deluxe porthole with veranda cabin based on Cat. P1, $10,129 is a prime concierge class cabin based on Cat. C1. Ship’s Registry: Bermuda. All CAA Member prices are per person, based on double occupancy, in Canadian dollars unless otherwise indicated and are subject to change without prior notice until final payment is paid. All prices are correct at press time and apply to new bookings only, based on availability at time of booking. To receive CAA Member-exclusive benefits, there must be one valid CAA Member travelling per booking. Non-members booking Extraordinary Explorations will not receive Member-exclusive benefits.
†Plaza Premium Lounge is based on one voucher per person and applies to departures from Canadian airports where applicable. Subject to availability
‡CAA Member-exclusive benefits are per person and are based on double occupancy.
^CAA Dollars awarded per adult Member. To earn and redeem CAA Dollars, you must be a current CAA Member in good standing (CAA Membership dues paid in full by membership expiry date). CAA Dollars will be credited at time of departure. For more information on CAA Dollars, please visit www.caasco.com/caadollars.
◊CAA Travel Insurance is provided by Orion Travel Insurance and underwritten by Echelon Insurance, a CAA Company. Twenty-five percent (25%) Member savings is made up of a ten percent (10%) Member savings as well as a promotional fifteen percent (15%) savings when you purchase an Extraordinary Explorations tour through CAA Travel, applies to CAA South Central Ontario and CAA Manitoba Members in good standing (CAA Membership dues paid in full by membership expiry date). This promotional offer is valid until December 31, 2026. Ten percent (10%) Member savings applies to Members in good standing of all other CAA clubs. Savings apply to the total premium excluding applicable taxes. Minimum premium applies. Visitors to Canada Insurance is limited to promotional savings. Certain exclusions, limitations and restrictions apply. Subject to change without notice. A Medical Questionnaire may be required to purchase travel insurance.
Extraordinary Explorations vacations are organized and booked by CAA Travel (South Central Ontario) Inc. and CAA Manitoba (“CAA Travel”) on behalf of CAA Club Group (o/a CAA South Central Ontario and CAA Manitoba). In the event of an increase in any of the cost factors, CAA Travel reserves the right to increase the price whereby the provisions of the Travel Industry Act shall prevail. CAA Extraordinary Explorations packages are 100% non-refundable at final payment. CAA Travel service fee for cancellation prior to final payment varies by program. For full payment terms and conditions, please ask your CAA Travel Consultant. CAA Travel reserves the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements (minimum number of participants) or circumstances beyond its control. Additional fees for checked luggage or other incidentals may be incurred and vary according to itinerary and airline. Air schedules with some tours are not available at press time and may include several connections or forced overnight at passenger’s expense. CAA Travel strongly recommends the purchase of trip cancellation and emergency travel and emergency medical insurance at the time of booking.
Please note: Participants must be able to embark and disembark cruise ships and coaches without assistance as well as have a good level of mobility for walking tours in destinations where stairs and traditional cobblestone streets can be challenging. International transportation vehicles and facilities may not meet accessibility standards.
Flight
IncludedTour Itinerary
Day 1
Depart on your overnight flight from Toronto or Winnipeg to Sydney.
Day 2
Cross the International Date Line.
Day 3
Sydney
Upon arrival, meet your guide and drive to your hotel for an early check in. The remainder of the day is at your leisure until this evening, when you’ll meet your guide and walk over to the Sydney Tower Restaurant to enjoy dinner with uninterrupted revolving views of the city. (D)
Day 4
Sydney
After breakfast, set out on a guided tour of Sydney’s highlights by private coach. Begin at The Rocks, the city’s historic birthplace, where cobblestone streets and old-world architecture reveal its turbulent past. Pass the picturesque Botanical Gardens, the Conservatorium of Music, Art Gallery and Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair, stopping for spectacular views of the Sydney Opera House. Continue to vibrant Darling Harbour and Chinatown, then Kings Cross and the upscale suburbs of Double Bay and Rose Bay before arriving at Watson’s Bay for breathtaking Pacific Ocean vistas. Enjoy lunch at Bondi Beach, then admire Paddington’s charming colonial terraces on your drive back to the city centre. End the day with a private one-hour tour of the Sydney Opera House, stepping inside this World Heritage listed modern masterpiece to uncover its history and experience its architectural and cultural magic. (B/L)
Day 5
Sydney
After breakfast, meet your local guide for a private Rocks walking tour. Explore Sydney’s sandstone heritage through hidden narrow back alleys, shady courtyards and cobblestone lanes. View some of Sydney’s oldest dwellings, then visit to the gothic Garrison Church. After the tour, enjoy free time to explore. Tonight, meet your local guide for your extraordinary Aussie Seafood BBQ experience at Sydney’s famous fish markets, including a hands-on cooking class that ends with a delicious meal in the dining room. (B/D)
Day 6
Sydney
Meet your guide in the hotel lobby to transfer over to the cruise terminal. Embark the Celebrity Edge® for your 8-night Southern Australia cruise. (B)
Day 7
Eden
Day 8
At sea
Day 9
Kangaroo, Island
Day 10
Adelaide
Day 11
At sea
Day 12
Melbourne
Day 13
At sea
Day 14
Sydney
Disembark Celebrity Edge® and meet your guide and transfer to your hotel for early check in. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to explore Sydney on your own.
Day 15
Transfer to the airport for your return flight back to Toronto or Winnipeg. (B)
B - Breakfast | L - Lunch | D - Dinner