16 days in Karachi, Darwin & Melbourne Itinerary

Sprawling, busy, and central to the nation's economy, Karachi stands as one of the biggest and most populous cities in the world.

Kick off your visit on the 25th (Sun): browse the different shops at Port Grand, get engrossed in the history at Mohatta Palace Museum, and then examine the collection at PAF Museum.

To find traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Karachi vacation maker site.

If you are flying in from Pakistan, the closest major aiport is Jinnah International Airport. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Sun) early enough to travel to Darwin.

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.

Attractions like Speed Boats Tours and Nature & Wildlife Tours make great kid-friendly stops. There's lots more to do: look for all kinds of wild species at Crocosaurus Cove, see the interesting displays at Defence of Darwin Experience, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Crocodylus Park, and kick back and relax at Mindil Beach.

For reviews, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Darwin route planning site.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Karachi to Darwin. You'll lose 4.5 hours traveling from Karachi to Darwin due to the time zone difference. December in Darwin sees daily highs of 38°C and lows of 29°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Sun) early enough to fly to Melbourne.

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

Kids will enjoy Royal Botanic Gardens and Werribee Open Range Zoo. Take a break from Melbourne with a short trip to The Great Ocean Road in Torquay, about 1h 35 min away. On the 5th (Thu), spend a fun day on foot with Walking tours. There's lots more to do: take in nature's colorful creations at Melbourne Zoo, steep yourself in history at Old Melbourne Gaol, soar above the sights with a balloon tour, and examine the collection at Melbourne Museum.

To find traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Melbourne road trip planning app.

You can fly from Darwin to Melbourne in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 0.5 hours traveling from Darwin to Melbourne. Expect a bit cooler temperatures when traveling from Darwin in January; daily highs in Melbourne reach 32°C and lows reach 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.