23 days in Australia Itinerary

Lent iconic status as a result of its famous bridge and opera house, Sydney has a down-to-earth charm that enhances its spectacular setting and functional efficiency.

Your itinerary includes some good beach time at Bondi Beach and Coogee Beach. Step out of the city life by going to Bondi to Coogee Beach Coastal Walk and Clovelly. Go for a jaunt from Sydney to Manly to see Shelly Beach about 36 minutes away. The adventure continues: take a stroll through The Rocks, enjoy the sand and surf at Manly Beach, stroll through Congwong Beach, and stop by Sydney Fish Market.

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London, UK to Sydney is an approximately 24-hour flight. You can also do a combination of flight and bus; or do a combination of flight and train. You'll lose 10 hours traveling from London to Sydney due to the time zone difference. Traveling from London in November, expect Sydney to be much hotter, temps between 29°C and 19°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Thu) early enough to go by car to Canberra.

A planned city with streets laid out in elaborate, geometric patterns and founded specifically to serve as the capital of the emerging Australian state, Canberra has a self-sufficient atmosphere.

Start off your visit on the 22nd (Thu): admire the masterpieces at National Portrait Gallery and then admire the masterpieces at National Gallery of Australia. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 23rd (Fri): get engrossed in the history at National Museum of Australia, then get engrossed in the history at Australian War Memorial, and then don't miss a visit to Mount Ainslie Lookout.

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Traveling by car from Sydney to Canberra takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or fly. Traveling from Sydney in November, Canberra is slightly colder at night with lows of 10°C. On the 24th (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Melbourne.

The state of Victoria crown jewel, Melbourne boasts shaded streets, leafy residential neighborhoods, vibrant street life, and a picturesque city center.

On the 25th (Sun), explore the world behind art at National Gallery of Victoria, then brush up on your military savvy at Shrine of Remembrance, and then take in nature's colorful creations at Royal Botanic Gardens. On the 26th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: kick back and relax at St. Kilda Beach, then examine the collection at Federation Square, and then examine the collection at Melbourne Museum.

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Fly from Canberra to Melbourne in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. November in Melbourne sees daily highs of 26°C and lows of 11°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel to Hobart.

Snaking up the side of a rounded, tree-dotted hill, Hobart sits between Tasmania’s sprawling mountains and the vast estuary of the River Derwent.

On the 27th (Tue), steep yourself in history at Cascades Female Factory Historic Site and then steep yourself in history at Battery Point. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: get curious at Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery, admire the natural beauty at Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, then look for all kinds of wild species at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, and finally steep yourself in history at Hobart Convict Penitentiary.

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Traveling by flight from Melbourne to Hobart takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry and bus. Expect slightly colder weather when traveling from Melbourne in November: highs in Hobart hover around 22°C, while lows dip to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 29th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel to Gold Coast.

A city of towering skyscrapers, sandy beaches, and tree-lined streets, Gold Coast has an unpretentious air complemented by a citywide focus on sports and the arts.

Kick off your visit on the 30th (Fri): kick back and relax at Coolangatta Beach, enjoy the sand and surf at Burleigh Heads Beach, and then explore the striking landscape of Burleigh Head National Park. Here are some ideas for day two: browse the different shops at Robina Town Shopping Centre, then admire nature's wide array of creatures at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, and then browse the different shops at Pacific Fair Shopping Centre.

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Getting from Hobart to Gold Coast by flight takes about 6 hours. Other options: do a combination of flight and train; or do a combination of car and ferry. Traveling from Hobart in November, things will get somewhat warmer in Gold Coast: highs are around 30°C and lows about 20°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) early enough to travel to Port Douglas.

A holiday in Port Douglas balances an activity-filled getaway with plenty of opportunities to relax, thanks to its proximity to the Great Barrier Reef and bustling beach life.

Start off your visit on the 2nd (Sun): admire nature's wide array of creatures at Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas. On the next day, engage your brain at Daintree Discovery Centre and then look for all kinds of wild species at Mossman Gorge.

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You can do a combination of flight and shuttle from Gold Coast to Port Douglas in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train, flight, and shuttle; or drive. Traveling from Gold Coast in December, things will get somewhat warmer in Port Douglas: highs are around 36°C and lows about 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Cairns.

A neat, cosmopolitan city of shaded plazas and laid-back neighborhoods, Cairns serves as a popular base for exploration of the surrounding region and the Great Barrier Reef, as well as a center for watersport activities like surfing or waterskiing.

Historic Village Herberton and Rainforest Gems Gallery & Studio are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Step off the beaten path and head to Trinity Beach and Botanical Gardens. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Cairns: Australian Butterfly Sanctuary (in Kuranda), Palm Cove Beach (in Palm Cove) and Tolga Woodworks Gallery & Cafe (in Tolga). Spend the 5th (Wed) among aquatic life with a scuba or snorkeling tour.

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Drive from Port Douglas to Cairns in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or do a combination of shuttle and bus. In December in Cairns, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 26°C at night. You will leave for home on the 8th (Sat).