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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.

Spend the 25th (Thu) among aquatic life with a scuba or snorkeling tour. There's still lots to do: look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Areas, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, see the vivid underwater world at Opal Reef, and take a pleasant ride with a tour on horseback.

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London, UK to Port Douglas is an approximately 24-hour flight. You'll lose 10 hours traveling from London to Port Douglas due to the time zone difference. In January, Port Douglas is much warmer than London - with highs of 37°C and lows of 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Sat) early enough to drive 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.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Cairns: Palm Cove (Spas & Palm Cove Beach). Spend the 28th (Sun) among aquatic life with a scuba or snorkeling tour. Spend the 29th (Mon) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. And it doesn't end there: hike along Esplanade Boardwalk, let little ones run wild at Muddy's Playground, see the world from above with a helicopter tour, and admire the natural beauty at Botanical Gardens.

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You can drive from Port Douglas to Cairns in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. In January, daily temperatures in Cairns can reach 37°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Wed) so you can 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 dramatic natural features at Uluru, take in the pleasant sights at Lungkata Walk, get engrossed in the history at Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre, and trek along Uluru Hiking Path.

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Fly from Cairns to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. The time zone difference when traveling from Cairns to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is minus 0.5 hours. Traveling from Cairns in January, expect nights in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to be about the same, around 26°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 43°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sat) early enough to fly to Brisbane.

Queensland’s biggest town and state capital, Brisbane has an attractive, manicured image based around its riverside aesthetic as well as the contrast between its high-rise center and extensive urban greenery.

Brisbane is known for parks, sightseeing, and wildlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: stroll around South Bank Parklands, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, identify plant and animal life at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, and take in nature's colorful creations at City Botanic Gardens.

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You can fly from Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to Brisbane in 5.5 hours. Another option is to drive. Traveling from Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to Brisbane, you'll lose 0.5 hours due to the time zone difference. Expect slightly colder weather when traveling from Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park in February: highs in Brisbane hover around 33°C, while lows dip to 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly 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.

Step out of Sydney to go to Manly and see Shelly Beach, which is approximately 36 minutes away. There's lots more to do: enjoy some music at Sydney Opera House, wander the streets of Darling Harbour, stop by The Rocks, and admire the natural beauty at Royal Botanic Garden Sydney.

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Traveling by flight from Brisbane to Sydney takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In February, plan for daily highs up to 31°C, and evening lows to 23°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Leura.

Leura is a suburb in the City of Blue Mountains local government area that is located west of the Sydney central business district in New South Wales, Australia. Leura is known for sightseeing, shopping, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the sheer force of Wentworth Falls Lookout, get great views at The Three Sisters, don't miss a visit to Echo Point Lookout, and admire the natural beauty at Everglades House & Gardens.

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Traveling by car from Sydney to Leura takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In February, plan for daily highs up to 33°C, and evening lows to 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel to Melbourne.

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

Dedicate the 17th (Sat) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's much more to do: admire the natural beauty at Royal Botanic Gardens, soar above the sights with a balloon tour, tour the pleasant surroundings at St. Kilda Beach, and get to know the resident critters at Melbourne Zoo.

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Traveling by combination of train and flight from Leura to Melbourne takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Leura in February, expect little chillier with lows of 16°C in Melbourne. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Perth.

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

Change things up with these side-trips from Perth: Fremantle Prison (in Fremantle) and Top Gun Tours (in West Swan). And it doesn't end there: walk around Kings Park and Botanic Garden, get your game on at The Nostalgia Box Museum, steep yourself in history at The Perth Mint, and contemplate the waterfront views at Swan River.

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Getting from Melbourne to Perth by flight takes about 6 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. The time zone difference when traveling from Melbourne to Perth is minus 2 hours. Traveling from Melbourne in February, things will get a bit warmer in Perth: highs are around 38°C and lows about 20°C. On the 25th (Sun), you're off to home.