30 days in Australia Itinerary

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

Venture out of the city with trips to Werribee (Werribee Park Heritage Orchard & Farmyard & Werribee Open Range Zoo). Dedicate the 6th (Thu) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's much more to do: take in nature's colorful creations at Royal Botanic Gardens, head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, examine the collection at Melbourne Museum, and take in panoramic vistas at Eureka Skydeck.

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Lagos, Nigeria to Melbourne is an approximately 30-hour flight. Traveling from Lagos to Melbourne, you'll lose 9 hours due to the time zone difference. Expect cooler temperatures when traveling from Lagos in April; daily highs in Melbourne reach 23°C and lows reach 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) early enough to catch the flight to Canberra.

A planned city with streets laid out in elaborate, geometric patterns and founded specifically to serve as the capital of the emerging Australian state, Canberra has a self-sufficient atmosphere.

Start off your visit on the 9th (Sun): admire the masterpieces at National Gallery of Australia, then take an in-depth tour of Australian War Memorial, then ponder the world of politics at Parliament of Australia, and finally let little ones run wild at Kambah District Park.

To find where to stay, other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, use the Canberra trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Melbourne to Canberra takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect slightly colder evenings in Canberra when traveling from Melbourne in April, with lows around 7°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sun) so you can catch the flight 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.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Sydney: Wentworth Falls Lookout (in Wentworth Falls), The National Pass (in Blue Mountains National Park) and Leura Mall (in Leura). And it doesn't end there: see a show at Sydney Opera House, get to know the fascinating history of The Rocks, enjoy the sand and surf at Bondi Beach, and get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Sea Life Sydney Aquarium.

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You can fly from Canberra to Sydney in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Canberra in April, plan for a bit warmer nights in Sydney, with lows around 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) early enough to fly to Cairns.

A neat, cosmopolitan city of shaded plazas and laid-back neighborhoods, Cairns serves as a popular base for exploration of the surrounding region and the Great Barrier Reef, as well as a center for watersport activities like surfing or waterskiing.

Spend the 17th (Mon) among aquatic life with a scuba or snorkeling tour. Spend the 18th (Tue) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. There's lots more to do: relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, observe the fascinating underwater world at Cairns Aquarium, see the world from above with a helicopter tour, and enjoy the sand and surf at Trinity Beach.

To see other places to visit, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Cairns online tour itinerary planner.

Traveling by flight from Sydney to Cairns takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Sydney in April: high temperatures in Cairns hover around 34°C and lows are around 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Port Douglas.

A holiday in Port Douglas balances an activity-filled getaway with plenty of opportunities to relax, thanks to its proximity to the Great Barrier Reef and bustling beach life.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Port Douglas: Cape Tribulation (Mount Alexandra Lookout, Marrdja Botanical Walk, &more) and Daintree Entomological museum (in Diwan). Spend the 20th (Thu) among aquatic life with a scuba or snorkeling tour. And it doesn't end there: see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour, kick back and relax at Four Mile Beach, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, and identify plant and animal life at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures.

To find photos, maps, and other tourist information, use the Port Douglas online visit planner.

Drive from Cairns to Port Douglas in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle; or take a bus. In April, daytime highs in Port Douglas are 34°C, while nighttime lows are 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Mon) early enough to fly to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park.

Please note that visitors are no longer allowed to trek up Uluru.

Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is known for nature, sightseeing, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the awesome beauty at Kata Tjuta / Mount Olga, hike along Uluru Hiking Path, explore the activities along Mutitjulu Waterhole, and explore the striking landscape at Uluru.

To see more things to do, maps, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Port Douglas to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. The time zone changes from Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) to Australian Central Standard Time (ACST), which is usually a -0.5 hour difference. Traveling from Port Douglas in April, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is a bit cooler at night with lows of 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 28th (Fri) to allow time for the flight to Perth.

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

On the 29th (Sat), contemplate the long history of The Perth Mint, then admire the natural beauty at Kings Park and Botanic Garden, and then appreciate the history behind State War Memorial. On the 30th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: contemplate the long history of Fremantle Prison and then contemplate the waterfront views at Swan River.

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Traveling by flight from Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to Perth takes 10.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Traveling from Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to Perth, you'll gain 1.5 hours due to the time zone difference. April in Perth sees daily highs of 31°C and lows of 15°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) so you can travel back home.