21 days in Sydney 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.

Head to Sydney Fish Market and The Rocks Marketsfor some retail therapy. Get a sense of the local culture at The Rocks and Darling Harbour. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Sydney: Coachwood Glen Nature Trail (in Megalong Valley), Blue Mountains National Park (Pulpit Rock Lookout & The National Pass) and Bouddi National Park (in Killcare). Spend the 5th (Sat) exploring nature at Georges River National Park. Spend the 7th (Mon) exploring nature at Heathcote National Park. There's still lots to do: see a show at Sydney Opera House, tour the pleasant surroundings at Bondi to Coogee Beach Coastal Walk, enjoy the sand and surf at Bondi Beach, and get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour.

For where to stay, reviews, photos, and tourist information, go to the Sydney online tour itinerary planner .

If you are flying in from Germany, the closest major airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport. In December, daytime highs in Sydney are 32°C, while nighttime lows are 21°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Wed) to allow time to travel back home.