15 days in Australia 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.

Relax by the water at Mooloolaba Beach and Surfers Paradise Beach. Step out of Brisbane with an excursion to Sunshine Castle in Bli Bli--about 1h 30 min away. There's much more to do: identify plant and animal life at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, take some stellar pictures from Mount Coot-Tha Summit Lookout, and enjoy the sand and surf at Burleigh Heads Beach.

For maps, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Brisbane visit planner.

New Delhi, India to Brisbane is an approximately 18-hour flight. The time zone changes from India Standard Time to Australian Eastern Standard Time, which is usually a 4.5 hour difference. While traveling from New Delhi, expect colder days and a bit cooler nights in Brisbane, ranging from highs of 30°C to lows of 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Tue) early enough to fly to Lord Howe Island.

Bursting out of the Tasman Sea, Lord Howe Island offers stunning scenery and many sandy beaches.

Start off your visit on the 19th (Wed): trek along Lord Howe Island Walking Trails, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mt Gower, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Old Settlement Beach. On the 20th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: enjoy the sand and surf at Ned's Beach, then see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Lagoon Beach.

To see photos, ratings, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Lord Howe Island trip tool.

Traveling by flight from Brisbane to Lord Howe Island takes 3.5 hours. The time zone difference when traveling from Brisbane to Lord Howe Island is 0.5 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly 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.

Relax by the water at Bondi Beach and Clovelly Beach. Get out of town with these interesting Sydney side-trips: Gallery Blackheath (in Blackheath), Corridor of Oaks (in Faulconbridge) and Katoomba (Lilianfels Park & Katoomba Cascades). There's lots more to do: wander the streets of The Rocks, admire the natural beauty at Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, identify plant and animal life at Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park, and have unforgettable encounters with Dive Centre Manly.

To see reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Sydney trip builder tool.

Getting from Lord Howe Island to Sydney by flight takes about 3.5 hours. The time zone difference moving from Lord Howe Standard Time (LHST) to Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) is minus 0.5 hours. In April, daytime highs in Sydney are 26°C, while nighttime lows are 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Wed) so you can fly to Melbourne.

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

On the 27th (Thu), steep yourself in history at Old Melbourne Gaol and then take in nature's colorful creations at Royal Botanic Gardens. Here are some ideas for day two: get to know the resident critters at Melbourne Zoo and then kick back and relax at St. Kilda Beach.

To find where to stay, ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Melbourne trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by flight from Sydney to Melbourne takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Prepare for little chillier weather when traveling from Sydney in April: high temperatures in Melbourne hover around 23°C and lows are around 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Fri) so you can catch the flight back home.