59 days in Australia Itinerary

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

Get out of town with these interesting Perth side-trips: Fremantle Prison (in Fremantle) and Top Gun Tours (in West Swan). There's much more to do: take in nature's colorful creations at Kings Park and Botanic Garden, pause for some photo ops at State War Memorial, contemplate the waterfront views at Swan River, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Cottesloe Beach.

For traveler tips, maps, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Perth road trip site.

New Delhi, India to Perth is an approximately 15-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from India Standard Time (IST) to Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) is 2.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in March, and nighttime lows around 19°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Sun) early enough to travel to Jabiru (Kakadu National Park).

Jabiru is a town in the Northern Territory of Australia. Spend the 23rd (Thu) exploring nature at Kakadu National park. Next up on the itinerary: take an unforgettable tour with a helicopter tour, explore the striking landscape at Nanguluwurr Art Site, get a dose of the wild on Yellow Water Cruises, and examine the collection at Warradjan Cultural Centre.

To find ratings, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, read our Jabiru (Kakadu National Park) tour planner.

Getting from Perth to Jabiru (Kakadu National Park) by flight takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of flight and car; or drive. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1.5 hours traveling from Perth to Jabiru (Kakadu National Park). Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Thu) early enough to travel 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.

When in Port Douglas, make a side trip to see Daintree National Park in Cape Tribulation, approximately Cape Tribulation away. Spend the 25th (Sat) among aquatic life with a scuba or snorkeling tour. There's lots more to do: see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, take an unforgettable tour with a helicopter tour, and explore the gorgeous colors at Opal Reef.

To find maps, where to stay, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Port Douglas journey builder tool.

You can fly from Jabiru (Kakadu National Park) to Port Douglas in 4 hours. Other options are to do a combination of car and flight; or drive. The time zone changes from Australian Central Standard Time to Australian Eastern Standard Time, which is usually a 0.5 hour difference. In March in Port Douglas, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 27°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Tue) 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.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Cairns: Palm Cove (Spas & Palm Cove Beach). Spend the 29th (Wed) among aquatic life with a scuba or snorkeling tour. Spend the 30th (Thu) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. There's much more to do: stroll through Esplanade Boardwalk, see exotic creatures in open habitats at Billy Tea Safaris, observe the fascinating underwater world at Cairns Aquarium, and see the world from above with a helicopter tour.

To find other places to visit, reviews, photos, and tourist information, read our Cairns day trip planner.

You can drive from Port Douglas to Cairns in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. In March in Cairns, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 27°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) early enough to fly to Noosa.

Known for its "green" development and north-facing beach, Noosa is a natural getaway.

Get out of town with these interesting Noosa side-trips: Alexandra Headland Beach (in Alexandra Headland), Caloundra (Kings Beach, Bulcock Beach, &more) and Mooloolaba (Boat Tours & Water Sports, Mooloolaba Beach, &more). Spend the 8th (Sat) exploring nature at Noosa National Park. And it doesn't end there: relax and rejuvenate at The Noosa Spa, scramble along the landscape with a canyoning and rapelling tour, enjoy the sand and surf at Peregian Beach, and enjoy breathtaking views from Mount Tinbeerwah.

To find other places to visit, maps, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Noosa road trip planning app.

Traveling by flight from Cairns to Noosa takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) early enough to travel to Fraser Island.

Fraser Island is known for nature, wildlife, and beaches. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Birrabeen, enjoy the sand and surf at Indian Head, take an exotic tour of Australian Sunset Safaris Day Tours, and step off the mainland to explore Waddy Point.

Discover how to plan a Fraser Island trip in just a few steps with Klarna Trips's itinerary builder.

You can do a combination of car and ferry from Noosa to Fraser Island in 7.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train, car, and ferry; or do a combination of bus, car, and ferry. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Thu) to allow time to travel 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.

Step out of Brisbane to go to Main Beach and see Sea World Theme Park, which is approximately 1h 10 min away. There's lots more to do: walk around South Bank Parklands, get great views at Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt. Coot-tha, identify plant and animal life at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, and explore the activities along The Brisbane River.

To see more things to do, traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, read Brisbane visit planner.

Getting from Fraser Island to Brisbane by combination of car, ferry, and flight takes about 7.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of car, ferry, and train. In April, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (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.

Change things up with a short trip to Shelly Beach in Manly (about 36 minutes away). There's lots more to do: see a show at Sydney Opera House, take in the dramatic natural features at Mrs Macquarie's Chair, admire nature's wide array of creatures at Sea Life Sydney Aquarium, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Bondi Beach.

To see reviews, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Sydney sightseeing planning site.

You can fly from Brisbane to Sydney in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Brisbane in April, you will find days in Sydney are little chillier (26°C), and nights are about the same (17°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Katoomba.

Located off of the Great Western Highway, Katoomba is the main hub of the City of Blue Mountains.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Katoomba: Norman Lindsay Gallery & Museum (in Faulconbridge) and Bilpin Cider Company (in Bilpin). There's much more to do: take in the dramatic scenery at Wentworth Falls Lookout, hike along Coachwood Glen Nature Trail, stroll through Grand Canyon track, and get great views at Govetts Leap.

To see maps, reviews, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Katoomba trip itinerary planner.

You can drive from Sydney to Katoomba in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Traveling from Sydney in April, plan for a bit cooler nights in Katoomba, with lows around 14°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Mon) so you can 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 4th (Thu) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. On the 6th (Sat), spend a fun day on foot with Walking tours. There's lots more to do: take in nature's colorful creations at Royal Botanic Gardens, contemplate the long history of Old Melbourne Gaol, explore the world behind art at National Gallery of Victoria, and examine the collection at Melbourne Museum.

To find other places to visit, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, read our Melbourne sightseeing planning app.

Traveling by combination of train and flight from Katoomba to Melbourne takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Katoomba in May, you will find days in Melbourne are a bit cooler (20°C), and nights are about the same (9°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (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: tour the pleasant surroundings at Uluru, trek along Kuniya Walk, get a dose of the wild on Uluru Astro Tour, and go for a walk through Mala Walk.

For where to stay, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park trip planner.

You can fly from Melbourne to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. The time zone difference when traveling from Melbourne to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is minus 0.5 hours. When traveling from Melbourne in May, plan for a bit warmer days in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, with highs around 28°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Thu) to allow time to fly back home.