Australia · Planned start to finish

Australia, from the Reef to the Outback

At Traveland, we plan personal journeys to Australia, from Sydney Harbour and Melbourne’s laneways to the Great Barrier Reef, the Outback and Tasmania. We take care of the research, bookings and logistics, from the first conversation to your flight home, so your time goes into enjoying the trip, not planning it. We are a family-owned travel agency in Connecticut, planning trips since 1978 as a member of the Signature Travel Network.

Since 1978Family-owned and operated

Signature Travel NetworkMember agency

Orange & BridgeportTwo Connecticut offices

Every detail handledSo you can simply enjoy the trip

Come and say G’day

Where should you go in Australia?

Dream bigger for your next escape Down Under. Australia is vast, so the best journeys focus on a few regions. We help you choose cities, landscapes and the pace in between.

Sydney

A harbor city of beaches, iconic architecture and waterfront dining.

Melbourne

Laneways, galleries, coffee culture and nearby wine regions.

Brisbane

A relaxed, subtropical river city and gateway to nearby coasts.

Cairns

The gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest.

Adelaide

A food and wine capital close to celebrated vineyards.

Perth

Indian Ocean beaches and a starting point for Western Australia.

Canberra

The national capital, home to major museums and galleries.

Darwin

A tropical gateway to the Top End and its national parks.

Hobart

A harbor city and gateway to Tasmania’s wilderness and food.

Dream bigger Down Under.

We handle the details. You enjoy the journey.

Experiences

How would you like to experience Australia?

Australia is waiting. What will you discover first?

Group of women talking together outdoors in the Australian countryside

First Nations, First Encounters

Experiences led by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander guides and communities.

Grilled fish and shared plates on a restaurant table

Savour Australia

Fresh seafood, farm produce and celebrated wine regions.

Red earth and desert scrub in the Australian Outback

Untamed and Extraordinary

Outback landscapes, ancient rock and vast open skies.

Kangaroo standing on a white sand beach

Wildlife

Kangaroos, koalas and marine life found nowhere else on earth.

Group of hikers walking together at sunset

Walks and Hikes

Coastal paths, rainforest trails and multi-day walks.

Aerial view of a long sandy beach and turquoise water

Sun, Sand and Open Water

Beaches, islands and reef days on the water.

Aerial view of a golf green surrounded by sand bunkers

Tee Off in Style

Championship courses in spectacular coastal settings.

Working with us

How do we plan your trip to Australia?

01

A conversation

Tell us how you like to travel, who is coming, and what you hope to feel. There is no charge to begin.

02

An itinerary made for you

We design the route, hotels, transfers and experiences, then refine them with you, so you skip the hours of research and comparison.

03

Every detail handled

We book the flights, stays, cruises and tours and keep track of every confirmation, so all you have to do is enjoy the journey.

Australia, in motion

Timing

When is the best time to visit Australia?

Australia’s seasons are the reverse of North America’s. Spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May) suit most regions, while the tropical north is best from May to October.

Spring (Sept–Nov)

Mild weather in the south, wildflowers in the west and good reef conditions.

Summer (Dec–Feb)

Beach season in the south; hot and wet in the tropical north.

Autumn (Mar–May)

Comfortable temperatures, harvest season in the wine regions.

Winter (Jun–Aug)

Ideal for the Outback, the Top End and the Great Barrier Reef.

Questions

Questions travelers ask about Australia

Spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May) are comfortable in most regions. The tropical north, including Cairns and Darwin, is best in the dry season from May to October. Seasons are the reverse of North America’s.

Because of the long flight and large distances, we suggest at least two weeks to combine two or three regions, such as Sydney, the Great Barrier Reef and Melbourne or the Outback.

Yes. U.S. citizens need a visa or an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) before traveling to Australia. We will confirm current requirements and timing.

Most travelers fly between regions and use private transfers, rail or self-drive within them. We plan the most comfortable connections.

Yes. Cairns and Port Douglas are popular gateways, with day trips, island stays and liveaboard options arranged around your comfort level.

Yes. Wildlife encounters, beaches and easy outdoor adventures make Australia a rewarding family destination.

Planning a trip like this can take many hours of research, comparison and booking. We do that work for you, draw on decades of experience to get the details right, and keep every confirmation in one place, so you can spend that time looking forward to the journey.

We are a family-owned travel agency in Connecticut, with offices at 564 Racebrook Road in Orange (203-929-6000) and 4270 Main Street in Bridgeport (203-371-1114).

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    Orange
    564 Racebrook Road, Orange, CT 06477
    203-929-6000

    Bridgeport
    4270 Main Street, Bridgeport, CT 06606
    203-371-1114

    Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm
    info@traveland.net

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