60 days in Australia & Ubud Itinerary

Make it your trip
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Sydney, Australia
— 2 nights
Drive
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Leura, Australia
— 2 nights
Train to Sydney, Fly to Lord Howe Island
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Lord Howe Island, Australia
— 2 nights
Fly
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Gold Coast, Australia
— 2 nights
Drive
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Brisbane, Australia
— 5 nights
Drive
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Caloundra, Australia
— 2 nights
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Fly to Hervey Bay, Ferry to Kingfisher Bay, Fraser Island, Drive to Fraser Island
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Fraser Island, Australia
— 2 nights
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Drive to Kingfisher Bay, Fraser Island, Ferry to River Heads, Fly to Hamilton Island
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Hamilton Island, Australia
— 2 nights
Ferry
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Airlie Beach, Australia
— 1 night
Ferry to Hamilton Island, Fly to Cairns
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Cairns, Australia
— 2 nights
Drive
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Port Douglas, Australia
— 2 nights
Fly
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Sydney, Australia
— 9 nights
Drive
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Palm Beach, Australia
— 1 night
Drive
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Canberra, Australia
— 2 nights
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Melbourne, Australia
— 13 nights
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Ubud, Indonesia
— 1 night
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Sydney, Australia — 2 nights

The Harbour City

On the 18th (Sat), tour the pleasant surroundings at Dee Why Beach and then add some adventure to your tour with a kayaking and canoeing tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 19th (Sun): steep yourself in history at Justice & Police Museum, explore the world behind art at Customs House, then stop by Volle Jewellery, then kick back and relax at Clovelly Beach, and finally make a trip to New South Wales Police Force Wall of Rememberance.

To see traveler tips, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Sydney trip builder app.

Manchester, UK to Sydney is an approximately 26-hour flight. You'll lose 10 hours traveling from Manchester to Sydney due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Manchester in March, expect Sydney to be much warmer, temps between 30°C and 22°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Sun) so you can go by car to Leura.
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Leura, Australia — 2 nights

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Mon): steep yourself in history at Leura Post Office, take in breathtaking views at Lincoln's Rock, then get great views at Wentworth Falls Lookout, and finally browse the different shops at Leura Mall. On the next day, admire the sheer force of Katoomba Cascades, admire the sheer force of Katoomba Falls, and then look for gifts at Teddy Sinclair.

To find where to stay, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Leura day trip planner.

Getting from Sydney to Leura by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train; or take a bus. Traveling from Sydney in March, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be slightly colder in Leura, with lows of 19°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Tue) early enough to travel to Lord Howe Island.
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Lord Howe Island, Australia — 2 nights

On the 22nd (Wed), get a new perspective on nature at Lord Howe Island Museum and then stroll through Lagoon Beach. On your second day here, play a few rounds at Lord Howe Island Golf Club and then cast your line with a fishing tour.

For traveler tips, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Lord Howe Island trip builder.

Traveling by combination of train and flight from Leura to Lord Howe Island takes 7 hours. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 0.5 hours traveling from Leura to Lord Howe Island. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Thu) so you can catch the flight to Gold Coast.
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Gold Coast, Australia — 2 nights

Visiting Kurrawa Beach and Tugun Beach will get you outdoors. We've included these beaches for you: Kirra Beach and Greenmount Beach. Take a break from Gold Coast with a short trip to Tweed Regional Gallery & Margaret Olley Art Centre in Murwillumbah, about 48 minutes away. It doesn't end there: explore the striking landscape of Burleigh Head National Park and tee off at Surfers Paradise Golf Club.

To find reviews, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Gold Coast trip planner.

Fly from Lord Howe Island to Gold Coast in 6.5 hours. You'll gain 0.5 hours traveling from Lord Howe Island to Gold Coast due to the time zone difference. In March in Gold Coast, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 23°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Sun) early enough to drive to Brisbane.
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Brisbane, Australia — 5 nights

Australia's New World City

Gallery of Modern Art and Opal Museum will appeal to museum buffs. Popular historic sites such as St Helena Island National Park and Old St Stephen's Catholic Church (Pugin Chapel) are in your itinerary. Step out of Brisbane to go to Daisy Hill and see Daisy Hill Conservation Park and Koala Centre, which is approximately 42 minutes away. There's much more to do: examine the collection at Queensland Maritime Museum, snap pictures at Goodwill Bridge, contemplate the long history of Newstead House, and engage your brain at SparkLab, ScienCentre.

For where to stay, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Brisbane itinerary builder.

You can drive from Gold Coast to Brisbane in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In March, daily temperatures in Brisbane can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 23°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Caloundra.
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Caloundra, Australia — 2 nights

Take a break from the city and head to Kings Beach and Moffat Beach. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Queensland Air Museum and Sunshine Coast Craft Beer Tours.

To find more things to do, other places to visit, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Caloundra trip itinerary maker app.

You can drive from Brisbane to Caloundra in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a daytime high around 30°C in April, and nighttime lows around 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Mon) to allow enough time to travel to Fraser Island.
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Fraser Island, Australia — 2 nights

On the 4th (Tue), see exotic creatures in open habitats at Australian Sunset Safaris Day Tours and then enjoy the sand and surf at Seventy-Five Mile Beach. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 5th (Wed): stroll through Eli Creek and then step off the mainland to explore Waddy Point.

To see other places to visit, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Fraser Island holiday tool.

Getting from Caloundra to Fraser Island by combination of flight, ferry, and car takes about 7 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus, train, car, and ferry. You'll set off for Hamilton Island on the 6th (Thu).
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Hamilton Island, Australia — 2 nights

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Scuba & Snorkeling and Hamilton Island Marina. Visiting Catseye Beach and Hamilton Island Golf Club will get you outdoors. There's more to do: explore the galleries of Hamilton Island Art Gallery and relax and rejuvenate at Spa Wumurdaylin.

For reviews, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Hamilton Island trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by combination of car, ferry, and flight from Fraser Island to Hamilton Island takes 12 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car, ferry, train, and bus; or do a combination of car, ferry, and bus. Expect a daytime high around 31°C in April, and nighttime lows around 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sun) so you can ride a ferry to Airlie Beach.
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Airlie Beach, Australia — 1 night

Gateway to the Whitsundays

On the 10th (Mon), indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, browse the exhibits of Art Whitsunday Gallery & Shop, then look for gifts at Beach Book Boutique, and finally take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports. On the next day, hike along Whitsunday Great Walk and then enjoy the sand and surf at Boathaven Beach.

To see traveler tips, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Airlie Beach online tour itinerary planner.

Traveling by ferry from Hamilton Island to Airlie Beach takes 2 hours. April in Airlie Beach sees daily highs of 31°C and lows of 26°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Tue) early enough to travel to Cairns.
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Cairns, Australia — 2 nights

The Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef

St Monica's Cathedral and The Australian Armour & Artillery Museum are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Skydiving and Spas. There's lots more to do: explore the world behind art at Samurai Gallery Australia, hit the best photo ops around with an inspiring photography tour, tour the pleasant surroundings at Red Arrow Walk, and stroll around Munro Martin Parklands.

For traveler tips, where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, read our Cairns trip itinerary planning site.

Traveling by combination of ferry and flight from Airlie Beach to Cairns takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in April, and nighttime lows around 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Port Douglas.
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Port Douglas, Australia — 2 nights

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Sat): cast your line with Hook-A-Barra, then take a pleasant ride with a tour on horseback, and then hunt for treasures at Sunday Market Port Douglas. On the next day, explore the gorgeous colors at Opal Reef and then enjoy the sea views from Flagstaff Hill Lighthouse.

For traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Port Douglas day trip planning app.

You can drive from Cairns to Port Douglas in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle; or take a bus. In April, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly to Sydney.
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Sydney, Australia — 9 nights

The Harbour City

Take a break from the city and head to Bondi to Coogee Walk and Shelly Beach. Visit Balmoral Beach, Mosman and Bondi Beach for some beach relaxation. Enjoy Sydney some more: take a stroll through The Rocks, get engrossed in the history at Hyde Park Barracks, explore the galleries of The Rocks Discovery Museum, and admire the natural beauty at Royal Botanic Garden Sydney.

To find photos, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Sydney trip site.

You can fly from Port Douglas to Sydney in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Port Douglas in April, expect Sydney to be slightly colder, temps between 26°C and 17°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 26th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Palm Beach.
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Palm Beach, Australia — 1 night

On the 26th (Wed), enjoy the sea views from Barrenjoey Lighthouse and then enjoy the sand and surf at Palm Beach.

To find maps, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Palm Beach trip planner.

Drive from Sydney to Palm Beach in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In April, plan for daily highs up to 26°C, and evening lows to 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Thu) so you can drive to Canberra.
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Canberra, Australia — 2 nights

The Bush Capital

Step off the beaten path and head to ANZAC Parade Walk and Mount Majura Vineyard. Australian War Memorial and National Gallery of Australia are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Step out of Canberra with an excursion to Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex in Paddys River--about 44 minutes away. There's more to do: examine the collection at National Bonsai & Penjing Collection and make a trip to Canberra Rotary Peace Bell.

To find ratings, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, use the Canberra sightseeing planner.

You can drive from Palm Beach to Canberra in 4 hours. Another option is to drive. Traveling from Palm Beach in April, expect slightly colder with lows of 7°C in Canberra. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Melbourne.
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Melbourne, Australia — 13 nights

Australia's Garden City

Head to Melbourne Central and The Junk Companyfor some retail therapy. Explore hidden gems such as Melbourne Museum and Degraves Street. Explore Melbourne's surroundings by going to Wine Compass (in Mt Martha) and Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park (in Pearcedale). Spend the 11th (Thu) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. The adventure continues: take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Patrick's Cathedral, get curious at ACMI, contemplate the long history of St Paul's Cathedral, and kick back and relax at Brighton Beach.

To see photos, reviews, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the Melbourne planning website.

Getting from Canberra to Melbourne by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in Melbourne when traveling from Canberra in April, with lows around 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Fri) so you can fly to Ubud.
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Ubud, Indonesia — 1 night

To find reviews, photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Ubud day trip planning tool.

Getting from Melbourne to Ubud by flight takes about 8.5 hours. The time zone changes from Australian Eastern Standard Time to Central Indonesia Time, which is usually a -2 hour difference. Expect much warmer temperatures when traveling from Melbourne in May; daily highs in Ubud reach 36°C and lows reach 28°C. You will leave for home on the 13th (Sat).
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Australia travel guide

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Beaches · Wildlife Areas · Gardens
Australia is a country of breathtaking beauty and unforgettable adventure. From coast to coast you’ll find ancient rainforests, towering cities, stunning outback landscapes and white sand beaches. It’s not only the scenery that varies here, but also the lifestyle. Lay back and relax within a coastal paradise, explore the bustling laneways of a lively metropolis, or feed your sense of adventure in the most remote and remarkable pockets of the country. Whether you’re connecting with Aboriginal culture, tasting seafood straight from the ocean, or diving with gentle whale sharks, you’ll discover why there’s nothing like Australia.
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Bali travel guide

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World heritage site · Spas · Beaches
Island of the Gods
A province of Indonesia, the island of Bali remains one of the world's top tourist destinations thanks to its beaches, diving spots, and resorts. Take a trip to Bali to discover the island's smiling and famously hospitable locals--perhaps the biggest treasure of this tropical paradise. More than just another fun-in-the-sun getaway, Bali also reveals a rich history and varied geography of mountains, rugged coastal areas, sandy beaches, thriving rice terraces, and stark volcanic hillsides that seem transported from another planet. A Bali tour uncovers some of the world's best surfing spots, as well as a deeply spiritual local culture and globally significant archeological attractions.
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