60 days in Australia Itinerary

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Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
— 3 nights
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Perth
— 4 nights
Fly to Darwin, Drive to Jabiru (Kakadu National Park)
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Jabiru (Kakadu National Park)
— 5 nights
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Cairns
— 5 nights
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Port Douglas
— 4 nights
Fly to Hamilton Island, Ferry to Airlie Beach
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Airlie Beach
— 3 nights
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Ferry to Hamilton Island Marina, Fly to Hervey Bay, Ferry to Kingfisher Bay, Fraser Island, Drive to Fraser Island
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Fraser Island
— 5 nights
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Drive to Kingfisher Bay, Fraser Island, Ferry to River Heads, Fly to Brisbane
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Brisbane
— 5 nights
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Lord Howe Island
— 3 nights
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Sydney
— 7 nights
Drive
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Katoomba
— 6 nights
Train to Sydney, Fly to Hobart
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Hobart
— 3 nights
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Melbourne
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Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park — 3 nights

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, trek along Uluru Hiking Path, look for all kinds of wild species at Kuniya Walk, and go for a walk through Lungkata Walk.

To find photos, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park trip planner.

Adelaide to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is an approximately 3.5-hour flight. You can also drive. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Adelaide in March, with highs in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park at 41°C and lows at 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 31st (Fri) to allow time for the flight to Perth.
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Perth — 4 nights

City of Light

When in Perth, make a side trip to see Top Gun Tours in West Swan, approximately West Swan away. There's much more to do: walk around Kings Park and Botanic Garden, contemplate the waterfront views at Swan River, explore the galleries of Fremantle Prison, and contemplate the long history of The Perth Mint.

To find more things to do, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Perth trip itinerary maker website.

You can fly from Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to Perth in 10.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. The time zone changes from Australian Central Standard Time (ACST) to Australian Western Standard Time (AWST), which is usually a -1.5 hour difference. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park in March: high temperatures in Perth hover around 34°C and lows are around 19°C. On the 4th (Tue), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly to Jabiru (Kakadu National Park).
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Jabiru (Kakadu National Park) — 5 nights

Spend the 7th (Fri) exploring nature at Kakadu National park.

For photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Jabiru (Kakadu National Park) road trip app.

You can do a combination of flight and car from Perth to Jabiru (Kakadu National Park) in 8 hours. Alternatively, you can fly. 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 9th (Sun) early enough to catch the flight to Cairns.
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Cairns — 5 nights

The Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef

Spend the 11th (Tue) among aquatic life with a scuba or snorkeling tour. Spend the 12th (Wed) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. And it doesn't end there: relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, see the world from above with a helicopter tour, get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Cairns Aquarium, and see exotic creatures in open habitats at Billy Tea Safaris.

For more things to do, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, use the Cairns road trip planning website.

Fly from Jabiru (Kakadu National Park) to Cairns in 4.5 hours. The time zone difference when traveling from Jabiru (Kakadu National Park) to Cairns is 0.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in April, and nighttime lows around 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Port Douglas.
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Port Douglas — 4 nights

Spend the 15th (Sat) among aquatic life with a scuba or snorkeling tour. Next up on the itinerary: see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour, explore the gorgeous colors at Opal Reef, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, and identify plant and animal life at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures.

To find maps, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Port Douglas trip builder app.

You can drive from Cairns to Port Douglas in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a shuttle; or take a bus. In April, daily temperatures in Port Douglas can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 25°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Tue) early enough to travel to Airlie Beach.
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Airlie Beach — 3 nights

Gateway to the Whitsundays

On the 19th (Wed), take an unforgettable tour with a helicopter tour and then work off some steam at Intuitive Massage & Beauty Centre. On the 20th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports and then kick back and relax at Airlie Beach Lagoon.

To find reviews, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, read our Airlie Beach road trip planning tool.

You can do a combination of flight and ferry from Port Douglas to Airlie Beach in 4.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Expect slightly colder weather when traveling from Port Douglas in April: highs in Airlie Beach hover around 31°C, while lows dip to 26°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Fri) early enough to travel to Fraser Island.
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Fraser Island — 5 nights

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 Eli Creek, head off the coast to Waddy Point, and stroll through Indian Head.

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Traveling by combination of ferry, flight, and car from Airlie Beach to Fraser Island takes 14 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus, car, and ferry. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Wed) so you can travel to Brisbane.
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Brisbane — 5 nights

Australia's New World City

Change things up with these side-trips from Brisbane: Mooloolaba Beach (in Mooloolaba), Kings Beach (in Caloundra) and Caloundra Lighthouses (in Kings Beach). The adventure continues: stroll around South Bank Parklands, take in nature's colorful creations at Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt. Coot-tha, take some stellar pictures from Mount Coot-Tha Summit Lookout, and examine the collection at Queensland Museum & Sciencentre.

To see ratings, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Brisbane driving holiday planner.

Traveling by combination of car, ferry, and flight from Fraser Island to Brisbane takes 7.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of car, ferry, and train. Expect a daytime high around 30°C in April, and nighttime lows around 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Mon) to allow enough time to fly to Lord Howe Island.
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Lord Howe Island — 3 nights

Lord Howe Island is known for beaches, wildlife, and trails. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: enjoy the sand and surf at Ned's Beach, tour the pleasant surroundings at Lagoon Beach, trek along Lord Howe Island Walking Trails, and take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mt Gower.

To find maps, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Lord Howe Island online trip itinerary builder.

You can fly from Brisbane to Lord Howe Island in 3.5 hours. Traveling from Brisbane to Lord Howe Island, you'll lose 0.5 hours due to the time zone difference. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Thu) so you can fly to Sydney.
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Sydney — 7 nights

The Harbour City

Step out of Sydney to go to Manly and see Shelly Beach, which is approximately 36 minutes away. There's much more to do: make a trip to Sydney Opera House, observe the fascinating underwater world at Sea Life Sydney Aquarium, wander the streets of The Rocks, and trek along Bondi to Coogee Walk.

To see ratings, photos, and tourist information, read Sydney online tour planner.

Traveling by flight from Lord Howe Island to Sydney takes 3.5 hours. The time zone difference moving from Lord Howe Standard Time to Australian Eastern Standard Time is minus 0.5 hours. In May in Sydney, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 14°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Katoomba.
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Katoomba — 6 nights

When in Katoomba, make a side trip to see Norman Lindsay Gallery & Museum in Faulconbridge, approximately Faulconbridge away. And it doesn't end there: take in the dramatic scenery at Wentworth Falls Lookout, get outside with Outdoor Activities, take some stellar pictures from Pulpit Rock Lookout, and trek along The Giant Stairway.

To see photos, reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Katoomba attractions planner.

You can drive from Sydney to Katoomba in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train; or take a bus. Traveling from Sydney in May, Katoomba is little chillier at night with lows of 8°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Wed) early enough to travel to Hobart.
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Hobart — 3 nights

Tasmania's Capital City

Change things up with a short trip to Three Capes Track in Port Arthur (about 1h 15 min away). There's lots more to do: look for all kinds of wild species at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, paddle through the water with a kayaking and canoeing tour, take in nature's colorful creations at Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, and admire the masterpieces at Museum of Old and New Art (Mona).

For where to stay, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Hobart trip itinerary builder site.

Getting from Katoomba to Hobart by combination of train and flight takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of train, bus, and ferry. Traveling from Katoomba in May, you will find days in Hobart are slightly colder (18°C), and nights are about the same (7°C). Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Melbourne.
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Melbourne — 6 nights

Australia's Garden City

Dedicate the 23rd (Tue) 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, admire the striking features of Royal Exhibition Building, steep yourself in history at Old Melbourne Gaol, and take in panoramic vistas at Eureka Skydeck.

To find reviews, maps, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Melbourne online trip itinerary builder.

Traveling by flight from Hobart to Melbourne takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. In May, daily temperatures in Melbourne can reach 20°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Fri) so you can fly back home.
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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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