23 days in Australia Itinerary

Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Sat): get in on the family fun at Coffs Harbour Butterfly House, take some stellar pictures from Forest Sky Pier, and then don't miss a visit to The Clog Barn.

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Brisbane to Coffs Harbour is an approximately 4.5-hour car ride. You can also fly; or drive; or take a train. In September, daily temperatures in Coffs Harbour can reach 26°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Sun) early enough to fly to Sydney.

Sydney is known for sightseeing, nightlife, and beaches. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: enjoy the sand and surf at Bondi Beach, take in the pleasant sights at The Opera House to the Botanic Gardens Walk, observe the fascinating underwater world at Sea Life Sydney Aquarium, and take in panoramic vistas at Pylon Lookout at Sydney Harbour Bridge.

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You can drive from Coffs Harbour to Sydney in 5.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or drive; or take a bus. In September, daily temperatures in Sydney can reach 25°C, while at night they dip to 14°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Tue) so you can drive to Batemans Bay.

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Traveling by car from Sydney to Batemans Bay takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Plan for slightly colder nights when traveling from Sydney in September since evenings lows in Batemans Bay dip to 9°C. On the 27th (Wed), you'll travel to Jindabyne.

On the 27th (Wed), buy something for everyone on your list at Nugget's Crossing Shopping Centre, trot along with a tour on horseback, then contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Jindabyne, and finally sample the tasty concoctions at Jindabyne Brewing.

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Traveling by car from Batemans Bay to Jindabyne takes 3.5 hours. Expect a bit cooler temperatures when traveling from Batemans Bay in September; daily highs in Jindabyne reach 15°C and lows reach 1°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Thu) so you can go by car to Buchan.

Kick off your visit on the 28th (Thu): explore the fascinating underground world of Buchan Caves.

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You can drive from Jindabyne to Buchan in 3 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 29th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Golden Beach.

Kick off your visit on the 29th (Fri): explore the ancient world of Trinculo Shipwreck, then identify plant and animal life at Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park, and then kick back and relax at Ninety Mile Beach.

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Getting from Buchan to Golden Beach by car takes about 2.5 hours. In September, daytime highs in Golden Beach are 20°C, while nighttime lows are 6°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Melbourne.

Start off your visit on the 30th (Sat): explore the world behind art at National Gallery of Victoria, pause for some photo ops at Shrine of Remembrance, and then take in nature's colorful creations at Royal Botanic Gardens. On the 1st (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: see the interesting displays at Melbourne Museum, admire nature's wide array of creatures at Melbourne Zoo, and then enjoy breathtaking views from Eureka Skydeck.

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You can drive from Golden Beach to Melbourne in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Expect a daytime high around 20°C in September, and nighttime lows around 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Mon) so you can drive to Cape Otway.

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Mon): enjoy the sea views from Cape Otway Lightstation, get great views at Cape Otway Light Station Lookout, then take in the dramatic scenery at Little Aire Falls, and finally go for a walk through Castle Cove.

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Traveling by car from Melbourne to Cape Otway takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Tue) early enough to drive to Port Campbell.

Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Tue): explore the striking landscape at Twelve Apostles, then look for all kinds of wild species at Loch Ard Gorge, then don't miss a visit to The Grotto, and finally take in the dramatic natural features at London Bridge. On the 4th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the wealth of natural beauty at Port Campbell National Park.

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You can drive from Cape Otway to Port Campbell in 1.5 hours. Another option is to drive. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Thu) so you can go by car to Cape Bridgewater.

Start off your visit on the 5th (Thu): kick back and relax at Shelly Beach, then make a trip to Cape Bridgewater Seal Walk, and then delve into the lush surroundings at Petrified Forest and Blowholes. On the 6th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take a peaceful walk through Enchanted Forest, then don't miss a visit to Cape Bridgewater Wind Farm, and then Head underground at Tarragal Caves.

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Drive from Port Campbell to Cape Bridgewater in 2.5 hours. The time zone difference moving from Australian Eastern Standard Time to Australian Central Standard Time is minus 0.5 hours. In October, daily temperatures in Cape Bridgewater can reach 23°C, while at night they dip to 8°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Fri) so you can drive to Hamilton.

Kick off your visit on the 7th (Sat): view the masterpieces at Nerissa Major's Art Studio, admire the sheer force of Wannon Falls, then admire the sheer force of Nigretta Falls, and finally take in nature's colorful creations at Hamilton Botanic Gardens.

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You can drive from Cape Bridgewater to Hamilton in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Traveling from Cape Bridgewater to Hamilton, you'll lose 0.5 hours due to the time zone difference. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Sat) so you can go by car to Halls Gap.

On the 8th (Sun), get to know the resident critters at Halls Gap Zoo, trek along The Pinnacle, and then get great views at Reed Lookout.

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Getting from Hamilton to Halls Gap by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Bendigo.

Start off your visit on the 9th (Mon): examine the collection at Golden Dragon Museum, then contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Weeroona, then see the interesting displays at Bendigo Pottery, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Eaglehawk Log Lock Up. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: appreciate the extensive heritage of Rosalind Park, go deep underground at Central Deborah Gold Mine, then explore the world behind art at Bendigo Art Gallery, then admire the natural beauty at Conservatory Gardens, and finally ponder the design of Alexandra Fountain.

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Getting from Halls Gap to Bendigo by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Mount Buffalo National Park.

On the 11th (Wed), explore the striking landscape of Mount Buffalo National Park.

To see traveler tips, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Mount Buffalo National Park trip planner.

Drive from Bendigo to Mount Buffalo National Park in 4 hours. In October, plan for daily highs up to 25°C, and evening lows to 6°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Wed) so you can travel to Wagga Wagga.

Start off your visit on the 12th (Thu): don't miss a visit to National Art Glass Gallery, then admire the natural beauty at Wagga Wagga Botanic Gardens, and then contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Albert.

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The Route module can help you plan travel from Mount Buffalo National Park to Wagga Wagga. In October, daily temperatures in Wagga Wagga can reach 27°C, while at night they dip to 8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Thu) to allow time to travel to Mumbil.

On the 13th (Fri), immerse yourself in nature at Lake Burrendong State Park, then get the adrenaline pumping with an extreme tour, and then take in nature's colorful creations at Burrendong Arboretum.

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The Route module can help you plan travel from Wagga Wagga to Mumbil. Expect a daytime high around 28°C in October, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Fri) so you can travel to Tamworth.

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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Mumbil to Tamworth. In October, daytime highs in Tamworth are 31°C, while nighttime lows are 10°C. On the 13th (Fri), you're off to Toowoomba.

Kick off your visit on the 14th (Sat): examine the collection at Cobb+Co Museum, stroll around Queens Park Botanic Gardens, and then make a trip to Picnic Point Lookout and Parkland. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, then admire the natural beauty at Japanese Gardens USQ QLD, then learn about all things military at Milne Bay Military Museum, and finally stroll around Laurel Bank Park.

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You can do a combination of flight and bus from Tamworth to Toowoomba in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In October, daily temperatures in Toowoomba can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 12°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sun) so you can go by car back home.