From India to Australia: My Dream Trip That Almost Didn’t Happen (But Totally Did)

Let’s rewind to six months ago. I was staring at Instagram reels of people in Sydney, diving in the Great Barrier Reef, sipping wine on some beach I couldn't even pronounce. The FOMO was real.

But here’s the thing: planning an international trip from India felt like decoding a Rubik’s Cube blindfolded. Visa, hotels, itinerary, budget, weather... how do people do this?!

Long story short? I almost gave up — until I found a tour that did the work for me. So if you're considering an Australia tour from India, let me save you the pain and give you the playbook.

???? Step One: Stop Overplanning. Start Smart Booking.

I’m a serial Googler. I had spreadsheets of flight options, hostel vs. hotel comparisons, restaurant reviews — the whole thing. And then I realized: this trip was becoming a full-time job.

Enter: group tours.

I discovered that curated tours like the ones from Sun Tourism actually make the trip better and smoother, especially when you’ve got:

Flights booked for you ✅
Hotels sorted ✅
Indian meals arranged (bless them) ✅
Visas managed ✅
Transport + sightseeing = stress-free ✅

Why was I killing myself when someone else could make it seamless?

????️ The Route That Worked

My tour covered:

Sydney – The vibe here is unreal. Did the Opera House, walked the Harbour Bridge, and brunched like a boss.
Gold Coast – Beaches + fun parks = pure joy.
Melbourne – Laneways, street art, and penguins at Phillip Island? Yes, please.

If you're not sure where to start, this triangle of cities is chef’s kiss — perfect for first-timers.

????️ Let’s Talk Food (Because… Priorities)

You’d think you’ll be stuck eating chips and bland sandwiches abroad, right?

Nope. Our itinerary included stops at Indian restaurants across all cities — from curry joints in Sydney to rotis in Gold Coast. And in Melbourne? Even gulab jamun. I was shocked (and full).

Traveling with seniors or picky eaters? You’re safe here.

???? Visa Process = Surprisingly Chill

I thought getting an Australian visa would be like pulling teeth. But with help from the travel team, it was just:

Submit docs ✅
Pay fees ✅
Wait 2–3 weeks ✅

They helped me with income proof formatting and guided every little step.

????️ Hotels? 4-Star Comfort FTW

All the hotels on our route were super clean, centrally located, and had great views. My fave? The one in Gold Coast — right next to a beach walk and a food court.

So if you're like me and dread weird Airbnbs or budget hostels, don’t worry — this wasn’t a compromise setup.

???? Travel Highlights You Can’t Miss

If you’re still on the fence, let me hit you with some moments that made this trip unforgettable:

Feeding kangaroos in a wildlife sanctuary
Watching penguins march on Phillip Island at dusk
Skywalk views of Sydney from the Tower Eye
Shopping spree at Queen Victoria Market
Getting lost (on purpose) in Melbourne laneways

Every day was packed, but never rushed. That balance is hard to strike — and this tour nailed it.

???? Was It Worth the Money?

100%. I calculated later (of course I did) and realized that if I’d tried to book all this myself, I’d either:

Spend more ????
Get overwhelmed ????
Miss out on half the experience ????

The price included everything except personal shopping — and even that was under budget (if you don’t go wild at the souvenir stores).

???? So... Would I Recommend It?

A thousand times yes. If you're even thinking about visiting Australia and don’t want the stress of doing it all yourself, book a ready-made plan that works.

This is the one I went for:
???? Australia tour packages from India by Sun Tourism

Just go. Trust me. Life’s too short for “maybe someday.”

✅ TL;DR: My Advice to Future Aussie Dreamers

Don’t wait — visa slots and group spots fill up fast
Go guided — especially for your first international trip
Pack light but bring layers
Don’t overplan — let professionals handle it
Say yes to things outside your comfort zone

Because Australia is more than a destination — it’s a feeling. And if you’ve got the chance to feel it? Take it.

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