26 days in Perth, Margaret River & Sydney Itinerary

A modern metropolis of glassy skyscrapers, waterside boulevards, and lush residential neighborhoods, Perth sits on the edge of the Swan Coastal Plain.

Get in touch with nature at Cottesloe Beach and Mullaloo Beach. We've included these beaches for you: Sorrento Beach and City Beach. Explore Perth's surroundings by going to Fremantle (Fremantle Markets & Fremantle Prison). Dedicate the 12th (Mon) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. Next up on the itinerary: admire the natural beauty at Kings Park and Botanic Garden, appreciate the history behind State War Memorial, browse for treasures at Trowbridge Gallery, and examine the collection at WA Shipwrecks Museum.

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If you are flying in from Switzerland, the closest major aiport is Perth International Airport. December in Perth sees daily highs of 35°C and lows of 17°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Mon) early enough to drive to Margaret River.

A low-rise, laid-back town of approximately 4,500 inhabitants, Margaret River serves as an ideal local base to explore the surrounding wine region.

Head to Bunbury Farmers Market and The Margaret River Chocolate Cofor plenty of shopping. Get in touch with nature at Kayaking & Canoeing and Jewel Cave. Change things up with these side-trips from Margaret River: Bunbury (Wyalup-Rocky Point & Wardandi Memorial Park), Yallingup (Ngilgi Cave, Injidup Beach, &more) and Dunsborough (Eagle Bay Brewery, Meelup Beach, &more). Spend the 19th (Mon) on a tasty journey with a beer tour and tasting. The adventure continues: indulge your taste buds at Food & Drink, stroll through Cowaramup Bay, get a taste of the local shopping with JahRoc Galleries, and explore the galleries of Swallows Welcome Art Studio.

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Traveling by car from Perth to Margaret River takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Sun) to allow time to travel 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.

On the 2nd (Mon), browse the eclectic array of goods at Sydney Fish Market, take in nature's colorful creations at Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, then kick back and relax at Bondi Beach, and finally trek along Bondi to Coogee Walk. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: get to know the fascinating history of The Rocks, then see a show at Sydney Opera House, and then wander the streets of Darling Harbour.

For where to stay, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, read Sydney visit planner.

You can do a combination of bus and flight from Margaret River to Sydney in 12 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. The time zone difference moving from Australian Western Standard Time to Australian Eastern Standard Time is 2 hours. January in Sydney sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 23°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Perth.

On the 4th (Wed), kick back and relax at Warnbro Beach, look for all kinds of wild species at Penguin Island, and then kick back and relax at Rockingham Beach. On the next day, get in on the family fun at Adventure World.

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You can fly from Sydney to Perth in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from Sydney to Perth due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Sydney in January, expect nights in Perth to be little chillier, around 20°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 38°C.