38 days in Sydney, Melbourne & Adelaide Itinerary

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.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Sydney Opera House and Art Gallery of New South Wales. Get some historical perspective at The Rocks and Government House. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Sydney: Gordon Falls Lookout (in Leura), Manly (Sophie Tea Art & Shelly Beach) and The Three Sisters (in Katoomba). Spend the 21st (Tue) exploring nature at Kanangra-Boyd National Park. There's still lots to do: hike along Bondi to Coogee Walk, enjoy the sand and surf at Bondi Beach, see the interesting displays at Australian National Maritime Museum, and take a stroll through Darling Harbour.

To find traveler tips, other places to visit, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Sydney online trip planner.

Amsterdam, The Netherlands to Sydney is an approximately 24.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 9 hours traveling from Amsterdam to Sydney. Traveling from Amsterdam in February, expect Sydney to be warmer, temps between 31°C and 23°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Wed) so you can catch the flight to Melbourne.

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

You'll get in some beach time at St. Kilda Beach and Mount Martha Beach. Do some cultural sightseeing at Wine Compass and Old Melbourne Gaol. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Melbourne: Quealy Winemakers (in Balnarring), The Great Ocean Road (in Torquay) and WaterMaarq (in Sorrento). Next up on the itinerary: admire the natural beauty at Royal Botanic Gardens, see the interesting displays at The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia, enjoy the sand and surf at Woolamai Beach, and admire the masterpieces at National Gallery of Victoria.

For other places to visit, maps, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Melbourne planner.

Fly from Sydney to Melbourne in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Sydney in February, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit cooler in Melbourne, with lows of 16°C. You will leave for Adelaide on the 6th (Mon).

Adelaide exists contentedly as a cultured, diverse, and attractive city with a laid-back center, leafy residential districts, and an underlying cosmopolitan atmosphere.

Visit Horseshoe Bay and Maslin Beach for some beach relaxation. Get outdoors at Carrickalinga Beach and Semaphore Beach. Change things up with these side-trips from Adelaide: Tscharke Wines (in Marananga), Aldinga Beach (in Aldinga Beach) and Seppeltsfield (Seppeltsfield & Gardner Knives). Dedicate the 7th (Tue) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's still lots to do: learn about winemaking at Murray Street Vineyards, contemplate the long history of Langmeil Winery, take a stroll through Rundle Mall, and admire the masterpieces at Art Gallery of South Australia.

For other places to visit, where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, read Adelaide online road trip planner.

Fly from Melbourne to Adelaide in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. The time zone difference moving from Australian Eastern Standard Time to Australian Central Standard Time is minus 0.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 30°C in March, and nighttime lows around 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Thu) to allow time to fly back home.