5 days in Sydney & Adelaide 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.

Step out of Sydney with an excursion to Shelly Beach in Manly--about 36 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: wander the streets of The Rocks, see a show at Sydney Opera House, tour the pleasant surroundings at Bondi Beach, and take in nature's colorful creations at The Royal Botanic Garden.

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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from your home destination to Sydney. In January, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 23°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Sat) to allow enough time to 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.

Start off your visit on the 27th (Sun): get a new perspective on nature at South Australian Museum, then look for all kinds of wild species at Cleland Wildlife Park, and then take a leisurely stroll along Glenelg Pier. On the 28th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: indulge your taste buds at Food & Drink.

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Traveling by flight from Sydney to Adelaide takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Sydney in January, plan for little chillier nights in Adelaide, with lows around 19°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Mon) so you can travel back home.