16 days in Australia Itinerary
Created using Klarna Trips Australia planner
Start: Brisbane
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Port Macquarie
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Goulburn
— 1 night
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Wagga Wagga
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Geelong
— 2 nights
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Drive to Port Melbourne, Ferry to Devonport, Drive to Launceston
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Launceston
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Hobart
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Port Arthur
— 1 night
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St Helens
— 3 nights
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Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park
— 2 nights
Ferry to Port Melbourne, Drive to Brisbane
End: Brisbane
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Port Macquarie — 1 night
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Known for its numerous beaches and resident koala population, Port Macquarie offers visitors a welcoming environment in which to unwind.On the 1st (Fri), stop by Vickers Fudge Factory and then sample the tasty concoctions at Black Duck Brewery. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 2nd (Sat): indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, then identify plant and animal life at Koala Hospital, and then enjoy the sea views from Tacking Point Lighthouse.
To find ratings, other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, read our Port Macquarie trip tool.
Brisbane to Port Macquarie is an approximately 3-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. Expect slightly colder weather when traveling from Brisbane in September: highs in Port Macquarie hover around 17°C, while lows dip to 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sat) so you can drive to Goulburn.
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Goulburn — 1 night
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Goulburn is a regional city in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, Australia approximately 195km south-west of Sydney, Australia, and 90km north-east of Canberra. Your day by day itinerary now includes The Big Merino. On the 3rd (Sun), make a trip to The Big Merino, do a tasting at Kingsdale Wines, learn about all things military at Rocky Hill War Memorial and Museum, then identify plant and animal life at Goulburn Wetlands, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at St. Saviour's Cathedral.
For photos, more things to do, reviews, and other tourist information, go to the Goulburn trip planning website.
Getting from Port Macquarie to Goulburn by car takes about 6 hours. Traveling from Port Macquarie in September, expect nights in Goulburn to be a bit cooler, around 10°C, while days are somewhat warmer, around 24°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Mon) so you can go by car to Wagga Wagga.
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For photos, more things to do, reviews, and other tourist information, go to the Goulburn trip planning website.
Getting from Port Macquarie to Goulburn by car takes about 6 hours. Traveling from Port Macquarie in September, expect nights in Goulburn to be a bit cooler, around 10°C, while days are somewhat warmer, around 24°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Mon) so you can go by car to Wagga Wagga.
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Wagga Wagga — 1 night
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The town of Wagga Wagga has an abnormally high percentage of athletic success.Start off your visit on the 4th (Mon): stroll around Paleface Park, then contemplate the long history of Monte Cristo Homestead, and then take in nature's colorful creations at Wagga Wagga Botanic Gardens. On the 5th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: experience rural life at Wollundry Grove Olives, explore the galleries of Wagga Wagga Art Gallery, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Wagga Beach.
To see other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Wagga Wagga trip planner.
You can drive from Goulburn to Wagga Wagga in 3 hours. Traveling from Goulburn in September, Wagga Wagga is slightly colder at night with lows of 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel to Geelong.
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Geelong — 2 nights
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Geelong is a port city located on Corio Bay and the Barwon River, in the state of Victoria, Australia, 75km south-west of the state capital, Melbourne. Start off your visit on the 6th (Wed): hunt for treasures at Queenscliff Vintage Market, then get to know the fascinating history of Steampacket Gardens, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Eastern Beach Reserve, and finally look for gifts at Mind Games.
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Explore your travel options from Wagga Wagga to Geelong with the Route module. In September in Geelong, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 7°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to Launceston.
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Explore your travel options from Wagga Wagga to Geelong with the Route module. In September in Geelong, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 7°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to Launceston.
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The Heart of Tasmania
Lying in the Tamar Valley and surrounded by forested hills, the grid-patterned city of Launceston boasts shaded avenues, vibrant street life, and a cosmopolitan atmosphere.For photos, maps, and tourist information, read Launceston trip builder tool.
You can fly from Geelong to Launceston in 3 hours. Other options are to do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of train, ferry, and bus. While traveling from Geelong, expect a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Launceston, ranging from highs of 17°C to lows of 4°C. On the 7th (Thu), you're off to Hobart.
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Hobart — 2 nights
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Tasmania's Capital City
Snaking up the side of a rounded, tree-dotted hill, Hobart sits between Tasmania’s sprawling mountains and the vast estuary of the River Derwent.Convict Penitentiary Chapel Historic Site and Hobart Synagogue will appeal to history buffs. We've included these beaches for you: Kingston Beach and Nutgrove Beach. Step out of Hobart with an excursion to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary in Brighton--about 30 minutes away. There's still lots to do: get a taste of the local shopping with Salamanca Market, indulge your thirst for a good beer at Cascade Brewery, enjoy the sand and surf at Seven Mile Beach, and take in nature's colorful creations at Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens.
Use Klarna Trips's suggestions to plan your Hobart trip and find the best activities and attractions for your vacation.
You can drive from Launceston to Hobart in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 18°C in September, and nighttime lows around 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Port Arthur.
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Port Arthur — 1 night
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Surrounded by shark-infested waters and connected to the mainland by a narrow isthmus of land, Port Arthur ranks among Australia's top historical sites and heritage areas.Kick off your visit on the 10th (Sun): appreciate the extensive heritage of Port Arthur Historic Site and then kick back and relax at Safety Cove Beach.
To see where to stay, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Port Arthur trip tool.
Traveling by car from Hobart to Port Arthur takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 18°C in September, and nighttime lows around 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to St Helens.
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St Helens — 3 nights
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Overlooking scenic Georges Bay, St Helens is the largest town on the northeast coast of Tasmania, ranking among Australia's top destinations for recreational game fishing.Start off your visit on the 11th (Mon): browse for treasures at The Shop in the Bush, then do a tasting at Priory Ridge, then identify plant and animal life at Bay of Fires Conservation Area, and finally kick back and relax at Bay of Fires. Keep things going the next day: browse the exhibits of East Coast Art Supplies & Gallery, brush up on your military savvy at Mainly Maritime Museum (Warship & Marine Corps Museum), and then don't miss a visit to Eddystone Point Lighthouse.
To find photos, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, read our St Helens trip planner.
Drive from Port Arthur to St Helens in 4 hours. In September, plan for daily highs up to 17°C, and evening lows to 4°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park.
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Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park — 2 nights
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A holiday in Cradle Mountain-Lake St.Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park is known for nature, wildlife, and trails. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Cradle Mountain, identify plant and animal life at Devils @ Cradle, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, and take in the dramatic scenery at Pencil Pine Falls and Knyvet Falls.
For maps, ratings, and tourist information, you can read our Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park online tour itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from St Helens to Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park takes 4.5 hours. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Fri) so you can catch the flight back home.
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