44 days in Australia & Singapore Itinerary

A Singapore vacation reveals the many charms of a leading city-state and regional hub of culture, retail, and tourism.

You'll explore and learn at National Museum of Singapore and Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum. Get outdoors at Palawan Beach and Tanjong Beach. There's much more to do: don't miss a visit to Orchard Road, visit Chinatown, admire the natural beauty at Gardens by the Bay, and walk around Singapore Botanic Gardens.

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Bristol, UK to Singapore is an approximately 18.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Bristol to Singapore is 8 hours. December in Singapore sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 29°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Fri) to allow time to fly to Darwin.

The smallest of Australia’s state capitals, Darwin has nevertheless become an attractive and important urban center, being simultaneously one of the country’s most modernized cities and a gateway to both the Top End region and South East Asia.

Let the collections at RFDS Darwin Tourist Facility and Mbantua Fine Art Gallery (Darwin) capture your imagination. Head to Songlines and Provenance Artsfor some retail therapy. There's still lots to do: see the interesting displays at Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, pause for some serene contemplation at St Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Cathedral, enjoy the sand and surf at Mindil Beach, and identify plant and animal life at Crocosaurus Cove.

To see traveler tips, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Darwin trip planner.

Getting from Singapore to Darwin by flight takes about 8 hours. The time zone difference when traveling from Singapore to Darwin is 1.5 hours. In December, daytime highs in Darwin are 38°C, while nighttime lows are 29°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Mon) so you can catch 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.

Fremantle Prison and Aviation Heritage Museum will appeal to museum buffs. Visiting Dolphin & Whale Watching and Scarborough Beach will get you outdoors. Dedicate the 11th (Mon) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's still lots to do: admire the natural beauty at Kings Park and Botanic Garden, kick back and relax at Cottesloe Beach, contemplate the long history of The Perth Mint, and browse for treasures at Trowbridge Gallery.

For where to stay, traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Perth trip planner.

You can fly from Darwin to Perth in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. The time zone changes from Australian Central Standard Time to Australian Western Standard Time, which is usually a -1.5 hour difference. Traveling from Darwin in December, things will get slightly colder in Perth: highs are around 35°C and lows about 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Thu) to allow time to fly to Adelaide.

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

Relax by the water at Glenelg Beach and Semaphore Beach. Visiting Diving Adelaide and Cleland Wildlife Park will get you outdoors. And it doesn't end there: take an in-depth tour of Migration Museum, admire the masterpieces at Art Gallery of South Australia, learn more about the world around you at South Australian Museum, and look for gifts at Haigh's Chocolates Beehive Corner.

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Traveling by flight from Perth to Adelaide takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Perth to Adelaide, you'll lose 1.5 hours due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Perth in December, plan for slightly colder days and about the same nights in Adelaide: temperatures range from 30°C by day to 17°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Mon) 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.

Visit Caloundra Lighthouses and Nepalese Pagoda for their historical value. Head to Ben Messina Landscapes Gallery and The Shed @ Forest Glenfor plenty of shopping. Explore Brisbane's surroundings by going to Fishermans Road Market (in Diddillibah), McCarthy's Lookout (in Maleny) and CapanArt Gallery (in Tamborine Mountain). And it doesn't end there: identify plant and animal life at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, buy something for everyone on your list at Kawana Shoppingworld, take in nature's colorful creations at Roma Street Parkland, and walk around South Bank Parklands.

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Traveling by flight from Adelaide to Brisbane takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. The time zone changes from Australian Central Standard Time (ACST) to Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), which is usually a 0.5 hour difference. Traveling from Adelaide in December, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Brisbane, with lows around 23°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sat) early enough to 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.

Escape the urban bustle at Bondi Beach and Mrs Macquarie's Chair. Get some historical perspective at The Rocks and The Rocks Discovery Museum. Venture out of the city with trips to Norman Lindsay Gallery & Museum (in Faulconbridge), Manly (Dive Centre Manly & Shelly Beach) and Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park (in Blacktown). And it doesn't end there: see a show at Sydney Opera House, examine the collection at Valley Heights Locomotive Depot Heritage Museum, look for gifts at Sydney Fish Market, and explore the world behind art at Art Gallery of New South Wales.

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You can fly from Brisbane to Sydney in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 32°C in December, and nighttime lows around 21°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sat) so you can catch the flight 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.

The Australian Armour & Artillery Museum and Didi La Baysse Art Studio & Gallery are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Escape the urban bustle at Scuba & Snorkeling and Nature & Wildlife Tours. Change things up with a short trip to Peter Jarver Gallery in Kuranda (about 34 minutes away). The adventure continues: hike along Esplanade Boardwalk and relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

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Traveling by flight from Sydney to Cairns takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Sydney in December, expect Cairns to be somewhat warmer, temps between 36°C and 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Townsville.

Tucked snugly beneath a steep, craggy mount--known as Castle Hill--the vibrant city of Townsville is as picturesque as its backdrop.

Get in touch with nature at The Strand and Museum of Tropical Queensland. Head to The Drill Hall Studio and Perc Tucker Regional Galleryfor some retail therapy. Change things up with a short trip to Yongala Dive in Ayr (about 1h 25 min away). Next up on the itinerary: take in the pleasant sights at Castle Hill, make a trip to Riverway, contemplate the long history of National Trust Heritage Centre, and take an in-depth tour of Kissing Point Fort.

To find more things to do, other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Townsville itinerary planner.

You can fly from Cairns to Townsville in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In January, daytime highs in Townsville are 37°C, while nighttime lows are 29°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Fri) to allow time to fly 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 explore and learn at Daintree Discovery Centre and Ngarru Gallery. Escape the urban bustle at Scuba & Snorkeling and Four Mile Beach. There's lots more to do: see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour, identify plant and animal life at Mossman Gorge Centre, and stop by Coffee Works Port Douglas.

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You can fly from Townsville to Port Douglas in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 37°C in January, and nighttime lows around 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Mon) so you can drive to Palm Cove.

A small community of about 1,200 people, Palm Cove sits beside the clear blue waters of the South Pacific.

Get outdoors at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures and Barron Falls. Do some cultural sightseeing at Mareeba Heritage Museum and Visitor Information Centre and Golden Drop Mango Winery. Change things up with these side-trips from Palm Cove: Kuranda (Our Animals Our Earth & Australian Butterfly Sanctuary). There's still lots to do: kick back and relax at Trinity Beach, take some stellar pictures from Rex Lookout, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, and stroll through Palm Cove Beach.

For where to stay, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, use the Palm Cove sightseeing app.

You can drive from Port Douglas to Palm Cove in an hour. Other options are to drive; or take a bus; or take a shuttle. In January in Palm Cove, expect temperatures between 37°C during the day and 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Thu) to allow time to fly to Singapore.

Take a break from the city and head to Jurong Bird Park and Southernmost point of Asia. Battlebox and Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple will appeal to history buffs. Step out of Singapore with an excursion to Sentosa Boardwalk in Sentosa Island--about 30 minutes away. See some other sides of Singapore: see the interesting displays at Chinatown Heritage Centre, enjoy breathtaking views from Singapore Flyer, find something for the whole family at Haw Par Villa, and relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

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Getting from Palm Cove to Singapore by flight takes about 10 hours. The time zone difference moving from Australian Eastern Standard Time to Singapore Standard Time is minus 2 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Mon) so you can fly back home.