All of our team are accredited ‘Aussie Specialists’ – trained by Tourism Australia to give expert and unbiased advice. Experts on everything Australian, these specialists have the experience to help you plan and book your Aussie adventure. They know what to pack, what the weather will be like and how to join in with the locals.
Penny was voted ‘Aussie Specialist of the Year’ by Tourism Australia, and is a highly regarded ‘Premier Aussie Specialist’.
For many people, a holiday to Australia is a ‘Once in a lifetime’ holiday, but once you have started planning your holiday in this magnificent country, you’ll realise you’ve only just scratched the surface of what Australia has to offer. With red deserts, vibrant cities, the largest Reef system in the World, indigenous heritage and rock art, world-famous vineyards, stunning coastal drives and beautiful beaches, Australia is so diverse you’ll need an expert to ensure your holiday Down Under matches your holiday wish-list. And who better than the team of Aussie Specialists at Southern Cross Travel in Wadhurst and Rye.
Established in Sydney in 1983, Southern Cross Travel is renowned for tailor-made holidays to Australia. Proprietor, Penny Bones, has been recognized as Premier Aussie Specialist in the UK and has a team of trained and well-travelled Aussie Specialists working alongside her. All of the team have lived, worked and travelled extensively within Australia so have first-hand experience and passion for this amazing country. With our expert knowledge you can be sure that you won’t waste time, or money, so why not discuss your ideas with one of our ‘Aussie Specialists’ to ensure we create your trip of a lifetime.
We all know that planning your trip is part of the fun! With some expert knowledge you can be sure that you won’t waste time, or money, so why not discuss your ideas with one of our ‘Aussie Specialists’ to ensure we create your trip of a lifetime.
View some example itineraries
We can book your flights with all airlines that service Australia, including the domestic low cost airlines.
Every type of accommodation is available in Australia – hotels of every grade, self catering apartments, bed and breakfast, hotels and camping. Our ‘Aussie Specialists’ will be delighted to advise you on accommodation to suit your budget.
We can arrange care and/or motor home hire for long or short durations in any state or territory. Let us know if you want a brochure or quotation.
From a month long tour to a half day trip or harbour cruise, we can organise your holiday as much (or as little) as you want.
One of our recommended cruise tour companies in Australia is Captain Cook Cruises. Have a look at the wonderful tours on offer and we will incorporate your preferred cruise into your bespoke holiday itinerary: www.captaincook.com.au.
For brochures and further information please contact us.
Here, Penny Bones shares some of her highlights to consider before planning your Australian holiday with us:
Travel from Australia’s north to the south on one of the world’s greatest train journeys, The Ghan. Board in Darwin and see the landscapes dance. Explore the famous outback towns of Alice Springs and Katherine on a whistle stop tour. World Heritage-listed Uluru is one of Australia’s most iconic symbols. Located in the heart of Australia’s Red Centre, Uluru is an ancient landscape, rich in Australian indigenous culture and spirituality.
Step into South Australia and meet native wildlife on Kangaroo Island. Explore wineries in the Barossa Valley and McLaren Vale on the Fleurie Peninsula. Take a tram from Adelaide to the beach at Glenelg.
Travel the Great Ocean Road to Melbourne, enjoying spectacular views of the Twelve Apostles and the Shipwreck coast. Maybe even spot a whale in the right season! Don’t forget to visit the Little Penguins on Phillip Island, just a short trip from Melbourne’s exciting café culture.
Experience the natural beauty and culture around Sydney Harbour and the historic Rocks area. Climb the Harbour Bridge for stunning views and enjoy a show at the Opera House. Explore famous coastal beaches such as Bondi, Bronte, Coogee, Manly and Palm Beach and visit the Blue Mountains.
From the colourful landscape of the Northern Territory to the dramatic coastline of the Great Ocean Road, this awe-inspiring country is blessed with some of the most iconic sights on the planet. Man-made marvels, such as Sydney’s Harbour Bridge and Opera House go hand-in-hand with lush rainforests, spectacular coral reefs, a wonderfully diverse ecology and spiritual sites rich in indigenous culture.
Tailor Made Holiday Specialists
Southern Cross Travel was established in 1984 by Penny and Trevor Bones, who have a long involvement with travel to, and within Australia, New Zealand and the Far East.
