22 days in Australia Itinerary

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Drive
1
Leura
— 1 night
Drive
2
Sydney
— 4 nights
Fly
3
Melbourne
— 4 nights
Fly
4
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
— 3 nights
Fly
5
Port Douglas
— 3 nights
Drive
6
Cairns
— 2 nights
Fly
7
Jabiru (Kakadu National Park)
— 4 nights
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Leura — 1 night

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Sat): appreciate the extensive heritage of The National Pass, stroll through Wentworth Falls Lookout, explore the world behind art at Norman Lindsay Gallery & Museum, then get great views at Elysian Rock Lookout, and finally take some stellar pictures from The Three Sisters. On the 21st (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take in nature's colorful creations at Everglades House & Gardens, don't miss a visit to Sublime Point Lookout, don't miss a visit to Day Gallery, then make a trip to Gallery Blackheath, and finally get great views at Evans Lookout.

For ratings, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Leura trip builder tool.

Sydney to Leura is an approximately 2-hour car ride. You can also drive; or take a train; or take a bus. Traveling from Sydney in May, plan for slightly colder nights in Leura, with lows around 8°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Sun) early enough to go by car to Sydney.
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Sydney — 4 nights

The Harbour City

Sydney is known for sightseeing, nightlife, and beaches. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: catch a live performance at Sydney Opera House, enjoy breathtaking views from Pylon Lookout at Sydney Harbour Bridge, enjoy the sand and surf at Bondi Beach, and take in nature's colorful creations at Royal Botanic Garden Sydney.

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You can drive from Leura to Sydney in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train; or take a bus. Traveling from Leura in May, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Sydney, with lows around 14°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to Melbourne.
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Melbourne — 4 nights

Australia's Garden City

Dedicate the 27th (Sat) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. The adventure continues: take in nature's colorful creations at Royal Botanic Gardens, explore the world behind art at National Gallery of Victoria, contemplate the long history of Old Melbourne Gaol, and examine the collection at Melbourne Museum.

For traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Melbourne trip planning website.

Traveling by flight from Sydney to Melbourne takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Sydney in May, expect Melbourne to be a bit cooler, temps between 20°C and 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park.
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Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park — 3 nights

Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is known for nature, sightseeing, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the dramatic natural features at Uluru, trek along Kuniya Walk, take in the pleasant sights at Lungkata Walk, and take an in-depth tour of Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre.

For reviews, other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park driving holiday planning website.

Fly from Melbourne to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. The time zone changes from Australian Eastern Standard Time to Australian Central Standard Time, which is usually a -0.5 hour difference. When traveling from Melbourne in May, plan for somewhat warmer days in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, with highs around 28°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Thu) early enough to fly to Port Douglas.
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Port Douglas — 3 nights

Spend the 3rd (Sat) among aquatic life with a scuba or snorkeling tour. There's still lots to do: identify plant and animal life at Wildlife Areas, stop by Coffee Works Port Douglas, get to know the resident critters at Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas, and make a trip to St Mary’s by The Sea chapel.

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You can fly from Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to Port Douglas in 4.5 hours. Another option is to drive. The time zone difference when traveling from Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to Port Douglas is 0.5 hours. While traveling from Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, expect somewhat warmer days and much hotter nights in Port Douglas, ranging from highs of 30°C to lows of 21°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Cairns.
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Cairns — 2 nights

The Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef

Start off your visit on the 5th (Mon): discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour. On the next day, trek along Esplanade Boardwalk, then get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Cairns Aquarium, and then relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

To find traveler tips, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Cairns online route planner.

Drive from Port Douglas to Cairns in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle; or take a bus. In June in Cairns, expect temperatures between 30°C during the day and 22°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Tue) so you can fly to Jabiru (Kakadu National Park).
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Jabiru (Kakadu National Park) — 4 nights

Jabiru (Kakadu National Park) is known for nature, wildlife, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the ancient world of Ubirr, look for all kinds of wild species at Mamukala Billabong, view the masterpieces at Marrawuddi Arts & Culture, and explore the striking landscape at Nanguluwurr Art Site.

To see traveler tips, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Jabiru (Kakadu National Park) trip maker site.

Traveling by flight from Cairns to Jabiru (Kakadu National Park) takes 4.5 hours. You'll gain 0.5 hours traveling from Cairns to Jabiru (Kakadu National Park) due to the time zone difference. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 10th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly back home.
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Australia travel guide

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Beaches · Wildlife Areas · Gardens
Australia is a country of breathtaking beauty and unforgettable adventure. From coast to coast you’ll find ancient rainforests, towering cities, stunning outback landscapes and white sand beaches. It’s not only the scenery that varies here, but also the lifestyle. Lay back and relax within a coastal paradise, explore the bustling laneways of a lively metropolis, or feed your sense of adventure in the most remote and remarkable pockets of the country. Whether you’re connecting with Aboriginal culture, tasting seafood straight from the ocean, or diving with gentle whale sharks, you’ll discover why there’s nothing like Australia.
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