29 days in Australia Itinerary

A modern metropolis of glassy skyscrapers, waterside boulevards, and lush residential neighborhoods, Perth sits on the edge of the Swan Coastal Plain.

Kick off your visit on the 4th (Thu): get your game on at Elizabeth Quay Carousel and then take in nature's colorful creations at Kings Park & Botanic Garden. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 5th (Fri): contemplate the waterfront views at Swan River, contemplate the long history of Fremantle Prison, and then pause for some serene contemplation at St Patrick's Basilica.

To see maps, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Perth online road trip planner .

Bremen, Germany to Perth is an approximately 23.5-hour combination of train and flight. You can also fly. The time zone difference moving from Central European Time (CET) to Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) is 7 hours. Traveling from Bremen in July, expect Perth to be little chillier, temps between 21°C and 8°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sat) so you can travel to Adelaide.

Adelaide exists contentedly as a cultured, diverse, and attractive city with a laid-back center, leafy residential districts, and an underlying cosmopolitan atmosphere.

Change things up with these side-trips from Adelaide: Hahndorf (The Cedars & Beerenberg Farm). Dedicate the 7th (Sun) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's still lots to do: take in nature's colorful creations at Adelaide Botanic Garden, get engrossed in the history at South Australian Museum, make a trip to Old Gum Tree Reserve, and contemplate the long history of Adelaide Oval.

For traveler tips, maps, photos, and tourist information, read Adelaide itinerary planner.

You can fly from Perth to Adelaide in 5.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Perth to Adelaide. When traveling from Perth in July, plan for little chillier days and about the same nights in Adelaide: temperatures range from 17°C by day to 8°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Tue) early enough to travel to Brisbane.

Queensland’s biggest town and state capital, Brisbane has an attractive, manicured image based around its riverside aesthetic as well as the contrast between its high-rise center and extensive urban greenery.

On the 10th (Wed), take in nature's colorful creations at Roma Street Parkland and then let little ones run wild at South Bank Parklands. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: identify plant and animal life at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and then get great views at Mount Coot-tha Lookout.

For photos, maps, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Brisbane holiday tool .

Traveling by flight from Adelaide to Brisbane takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and bus; or drive. While traveling from Adelaide, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Brisbane, ranging from highs of 24°C to lows of 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Thu) so you can travel to Sydney.

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.

Spend the 14th (Sun) exploring nature at Sydney Harbour National Park. There's still lots to do: see a show at Sydney Opera House, kick back and relax at Manly Beach, wander the streets of The Rocks, and hike along Bondi to Coogee Beach Coastal Walk.

To find traveler tips, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Sydney day trip planning tool .

Traveling by flight from Brisbane to Sydney takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and flight; or drive. In July, daytime highs in Sydney are 21°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Wed) to allow time to travel to Melbourne.

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

Dedicate the 22nd (Mon) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's still lots to do: take in nature's colorful creations at Royal Botanic Gardens, see the interesting displays at Melbourne Museum, enjoy breathtaking views from Eureka Skydeck 88, and admire the striking features of Royal Exhibition Building.

To see photos, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Melbourne road trip planning app .

Traveling by flight from Sydney to Melbourne takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and flight; or drive. Traveling from Sydney in July, things will get slightly colder in Melbourne: highs are around 15°C and lows about 6°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Mon) early enough to travel to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park.

For quintessential Outback scenery and culture, you can't beat a holiday in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, a World Heritage Site.

Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is known for nature, museums, outdoors, trails, and classes. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: explore the striking landscape at Uluru, view the masterpieces at Walkatjara Art, get outside with Walpa Gorge, and take an in-depth tour of Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre.

To find ratings, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park day trip app .

Traveling by flight from Melbourne to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. When traveling from Melbourne in July, plan for somewhat warmer days in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, with highs around 24°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 4°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Thu) so you can travel 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.

Venture out of the city with trips to Hartley's Crocodile Adventures (in Palm Cove) and Port Douglas (Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas & Safaris). Spend the 26th (Fri) among aquatic life with a scuba or snorkeling tour. There's lots more to do: choose your vessel at Shaolin Junk Cruises, enjoy unforgettable views with a balloon tour, relax and rejuvenate at some of the top local wellness centers, and pause for some serene contemplation at St Monica's Cathedral.

To find photos, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Cairns trip planner.

You can fly from Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to Cairns in 3.5 hours. Another option is to drive. When traveling from Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park in July, plan for somewhat warmer days in Cairns, with highs around 30°C, while nights are much warmer with lows around 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Tue) to allow time to travel back home.