About Journeys Down Under

Discover Australia & New Zealand Like Never Before

At Journeys Down Under, we create personalised journeys across Australia and New Zealand for travellers who want to experience these remarkable destinations with curiosity, confidence and a genuine connection to place.

Every journey combines thoughtful planning, trusted local knowledge and personal touches shaped around the way you want to travel. From captivating cities, beautiful coastal escapes and immersive cultural experiences to wildlife encounters, food and wine journeys, cruises, guided touring, self-drive adventures and iconic rail journeys, we bring every element together into an experience that feels completely your own.

Australia and New Zealand cannot be defined by a single landscape or one style of travel. Their beauty lies in their extraordinary diversity.

In Australia, ancient landscapes meet vibrant cities, tropical rainforests reach the reef and vast stretches of Outback reveal a sense of freedom found nowhere else. Across New Zealand, peaceful lakes, dramatic mountains, rolling vineyards, welcoming towns and breathtaking coastlines invite you to slow down and explore.

We believe there is a part of Australia and New Zealand capable of enchanting every traveller. Our passion is helping you discover the part that will stay with you.

That passion comes from a deep love for these countries and everything that makes them special. We respect the land, the people who call it home and the cultures and traditions that have shaped their stories. We believe the most meaningful journeys allow travellers to discover new places while approaching them with care, openness and respect.

This belief is at the heart of Journeys Down Under.

We are a trusted, Australian-owned travel agency based on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland. As an IATA TIDS-accredited agency and recognised Australia and New Zealand travel specialists, we combine professional expertise with the warmth and personal attention of a local team.

Our travellers are not simply asking us to arrange a holiday. They are trusting us with an experience they may have imagined for many years, and we never take that trust for granted.

From your first conversation with us, we take the time to understand what inspires you, what matters to you and how you want your journey to feel. Your dedicated Travel Specialist then brings those ideas together into a seamless itinerary, carefully connecting your accommodation, transport, touring and experiences.

When the journey feels right, we can arrange and book every agreed part directly through Journeys Down Under and remain available to support you before and during your travels.

Because for us, exceptional travel is not only about where you go. It is about how deeply you experience it, how confidently you travel and how you feel when you return home.

The people behind your journey

Local people. Personal journeys.

Meet Thiago and Gabriel, your Travel Specialists, based on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, Australia. We create thoughtful, inspiring holidays across Australia and New Zealand, bringing local knowledge, trusted connections and a personal touch to every detail, from your first idea to your return home.

Thiago Cimini, Travel Specialist

Thiago Cimini

Travel & Rail Specialist

Getting to know you is my favourite part of planning a holiday. I love hearing what you’re looking forward to, what you enjoy and how you like to travel, so I can shape a journey that feels right for you.

Based on the Sunshine Coast, I bring extensive knowledge of Australia and New Zealand and trusted relationships with local travel partners to every holiday I plan. I love sharing that knowledge in a personal way, helping you discover the places and experiences that suit you best.

Sometimes I think I get just as excited as my customers, perhaps even a little more, as their plans come together. I’m personally involved in the details, from choosing somewhere special to stay to finding experiences that connect with your interests, always thinking about how you can make the most of your time here.

Through Journeys Down Under, I plan and arrange personalised holidays across Australia and New Zealand, including accommodation, tours, cruises, flights and memorable rail journeys. Whether you’re dreaming of an iconic train adventure, a coastal escape or exploring several destinations, I’ll bring the same enthusiasm, thoughtful care and personal attention to your holiday.

My aim is for you to feel listened to, looked after and excited about the journey ahead, with someone you know supporting you along the way.

Gabriel Spadari, Travel Specialist

Gabriel Spadari

Travel & Rail Specialist

I love bringing the pieces of a holiday together so everything flows naturally. I enjoy connecting the places you want to see into a journey that makes sense, so the days feel rewarding, the travel feels comfortable and there’s time to enjoy being away.

With extensive knowledge of Australia and New Zealand, I bring a practical understanding of their destinations, travel routes and the experiences that make each place special. Together with our trusted local partners, I use that knowledge to shape thoughtful holidays with the right balance of discovery, comfort and time to enjoy each stop.

My focus is on how the itinerary works as a whole: choosing a sensible route, matching accommodation to each stop and bringing the right experiences together. For a rail holiday, that means looking beyond the train itself, considering what you can discover before and after the journey, with smooth connections along the way.

I also enjoy looking beyond the obvious, finding the local flavours, welcoming hosts and memorable experiences that give each destination its character. Our local partners help me connect you with those discoveries, from an engaging guided tour to a recommendation that makes a free afternoon feel special.

I bring practical guidance, helping you compare options and understand what suits your plans. My aim is to make a complex itinerary feel straightforward, so you can look forward to the holiday with confidence.

Connected locally, looking after you

A local team, with connections that go further.

Behind your itinerary is a network of travel specialists, local tour operators, guides, accommodation hosts and transport providers across Australia and New Zealand. We bring their knowledge together, supporting local businesses while creating a holiday that feels personal, well connected and easy to enjoy.

We double-check that our partners meet applicable safety requirements and share our values: thoughtful service, respect for communities and Country, plus care for wildlife, nature and the environment. From the people welcoming you to the places you explore, we believe a great journey should be rewarding for everyone involved.

Illustration of connections between our Sunshine Coast team and local travel partners across Australia and New Zealand

Local knowledge, shared care, one thoughtfully connected journey.

Why Choose Us

At Journeys Down Under, we go beyond standard travel planning to deliver truly memorable experiences. With in-depth knowledge of Australia and New Zealand, we curate journeys that combine iconic destinations with unique local experiences. Our team focuses on seamless planning, reliable support, and personalized itineraries tailored to your preferences. From the moment you book to the end of your trip, we ensure every detail is handled with care, so you can relax and enjoy your journey with confidence.

Expert Destination Knowledge

We know Australia & New Zealand inside out

Curated
Experiences

Every tour is carefully planned

Reliable
Support

Assistance at every step of your journey

Quality &
Comfort

We partner with trusted providers

Personalized
Travel

Trips designed around your interests

Great Southern guests smiling and sharing dinner at Coffs Harbour
Good company, local flavours and moments worth sharing.
Indian Pacific guests enjoying an outdoor dining experience at Rawlinna
Extraordinary places, experienced at a more relaxed pace.

Tell us what you have in mind. We’ll help shape it, then arrange and book your holiday directly through Journeys Down Under.

Let’s plan your journey