60 days in Australia Itinerary

The smallest of Australia’s state capitals, Darwin has nevertheless become an attractive and important urban center, being simultaneously one of the country’s most modernized cities and a gateway to both the Top End region and South East Asia.

Take a break from the city and head to Nature & Wildlife Tours and Fishing Charters & Tours. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Museum & Art Gallery of the Northern Territory and Defence of Darwin Experience. Go for a jaunt from Darwin to Berry Springs to see Territory Wildlife Park about 42 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: look for all kinds of wild species at Crocosaurus Cove, take an in-depth tour of RFDS Darwin Tourist Facility, kick back and relax at Mindil Beach, and get some thrills on the water with a speed boat tour.

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Murcia, Spain to Darwin is an approximately 36-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Murcia to Darwin is 8 hours. In December, Darwin is much warmer than Murcia - with highs of 38°C and lows of 29°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 30th (Mon) early enough to travel to Batchelor.

Start off your visit on the 31st (Tue): explore the striking landscape of Litchfield National Park. Here are some ideas for day two: admire all the interesting features of Batchelor Butterfly Farm and Pet Garden, then take in the dramatic scenery at Florence Falls, and then explore the wealth of natural beauty at Buley Rockhole.

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Traveling by car from Darwin to Batchelor takes 1.5 hours. In December in Batchelor, expect temperatures between 38°C during the day and 29°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Wed) so you can travel to Mary River National Park.

On the 2nd (Thu), explore the striking landscape of Mary River National Park.

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Traveling by car from Batchelor to Mary River National Park takes 3 hours. In January in Mary River National Park, expect temperatures between 37°C during the day and 29°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Thu) early enough to travel to Alice Springs.

Situated right in the heart of Australia, Alice Springs serves as an urban oasis deep within the country’s parched, desert-like Red Center.

Get some cultural insight at Alice Springs Telegraph Station Historical Reserve and Adelaide House Museum. Step out of the city life by going to The Kangaroo Sanctuary and Alice Springs Desert Park. Spend the 8th (Wed) exploring nature at Owen Springs Reserve. Spend the 10th (Fri) exploring nature at Finke Gorge National Park. There's still lots to do: take in the local highlights with Walking tours, look for all kinds of wild species at John Flynn's Grave Historical Reserve, don't miss a visit to Ormiston Gorge, and take in the exciting artwork at Yubu Napa Art Gallery.

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Explore your travel options from Mary River National Park to Alice Springs with the Route module. While traveling from Mary River National Park, expect a bit warmer days and a bit cooler nights in Alice Springs, ranging from highs of 41°C to lows of 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sat) early enough to 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.

Get some cultural insight at The Rocks and Australian National Maritime Museum. We've included these beaches for you: Manly Beach and Bouddi National Park. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Sydney: Canyoning & Rappelling Tours (in Katoomba), Coachwood Glen Nature Trail (in Megalong Valley) and Blue Mountains National Park (Pulpit Rock Lookout & Lincoln's Rock). The adventure continues: wander the streets of Darling Harbour, enjoy the sand and surf at Bondi Beach, identify plant and animal life at Tambourine Bay Reserve and Warraroon Reserve Walk, and take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports.

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Fly from Alice Springs to Sydney in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. When traveling from Alice Springs in January, plan for slightly colder days in Sydney, with highs around 32°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Fri) early enough 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.

Relax by the water at St. Kilda Beach and Sandridge Beach. Get outdoors at Nature & Wildlife Tours and Melbourne Zoo. There's much more to do: discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, look for all kinds of wild species at Warrandyte State Park, explore the world behind art at National Gallery of Victoria, and take a memorable tour with Tours.

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You can fly from Sydney to Melbourne in 3.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of flight and shuttle; or drive. Traveling from Sydney in January, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit cooler in Melbourne, with lows of 17°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Tue) 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.

Escape the urban bustle at Hallett Cove Conservation Park and Waterfall Gully. Adelaide Oval and Migration Museum are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Venture out of the city with trips to Aldinga Beach (Aldinga Scrub Conservation Park & Aldinga Beach). Dedicate the 9th (Sun) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. Next up on the itinerary: get a new perspective on nature at South Australian Museum, let the kids burn off some steam at Oaklands Wetland, tour the pleasant surroundings at Seacliff Beach, and get to know the resident critters at Adelaide Zoo.

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You can fly from Melbourne to Adelaide in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In February, daily temperatures in Adelaide can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 19°C. On the 16th (Sun), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.