11 days in Brisbane, Sydney & Auckland Itinerary

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.

Brisbane is known for parks, sightseeing, and wildlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: walk around South Bank Parklands, take in nature's colorful creations at Roma Street Parkland, get in on the family fun at Channel Seven Wheel of Brisbane, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Nepalese Pagoda.

To see reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Brisbane trip maker site.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Brisbane is an approximately 17.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Gulf Standard Time to Australian Eastern Standard Time, which is usually a 6 hour difference. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Dubai in February since evenings lows in Brisbane dip to 24°C. On the 16th (Thu), you'll 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.

Make the 19th (Sun) an unforgettable day with an extreme tour. And it doesn't end there: see a show at Sydney Opera House, take in panoramic vistas at Pylon Lookout at Sydney Harbour Bridge, admire nature's wide array of creatures at Sea Life Sydney Aquarium, and walk around Nielsen Park.

For ratings, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Sydney trip planner.

You can fly from Brisbane to Sydney in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 31°C in February, and nighttime lows around 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 20th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly to Auckland.

The largest and most populous city in New Zealand, Auckland combines a rich history and thriving contemporary culture in an abundance of museums, art galleries, and performance venues.

Kick off your visit on the 21st (Tue): get to know the resident critters at Auckland Zoo and then make a trip to Viaduct Harbour. On the next day, learn about all things military at Auckland Museum.

To see more things to do, traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Auckland trip maker.

You can fly from Sydney to Auckland in 6.5 hours. The time zone difference when traveling from Sydney to Auckland is 2 hours. When traveling from Sydney in February, plan for little chillier days and about the same nights in Auckland: temperatures range from 26°C by day to 26°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 22nd (Wed) to allow enough time to fly back home.