60 days in Australia Itinerary

Founded as a military outpost in 1826, Albany is the oldest town in Western Australia, just barely gaining this title by being settled two years earlier than Fremantle and Perth.

Get outdoors at Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk and The Gap and Natural Bridge. Do some cultural sightseeing at Albany's Historic Whaling Station and National Anzac Centre. Step out of Albany with an excursion to Greens Pool in Denmark--about 58 minutes away.

To find where to stay, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Albany trip builder app.

Zurich, Switzerland to Albany is an approximately 26-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 7 hours traveling from Zurich to Albany. Plan for much hotter temperatures traveling from Zurich in February, with highs in Albany at 29°C and lows at 16°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Thu) so you can go by car to Margaret River.

A low-rise, laid-back town of approximately 4,500 inhabitants, Margaret River serves as an ideal local base to explore the surrounding wine region.

Visit Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse and Hamelin Bay Jetty for their historical value. Visiting Kayaking & Canoeing and Yallingup Beach will get you outdoors. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Margaret River: Ngilgi Cave (in Yallingup), Meelup Beach (in Dunsborough) and Jewel Cave (in Augusta). There's still lots to do: enjoy the sand and surf at Gnarabup Beach, explore the fascinating underground world of Mammoth Cave, cruise along Caves Road, and stroll through Hamelin Bay.

To see photos, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Margaret River online holiday maker.

Drive from Albany to Margaret River in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. You will have some time to spend on the 22nd (Wed) before leaving for Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park.

A holiday in Cradle Mountain-Lake St.

On the 23rd (Thu), contemplate the waterfront views at Dove Lake Circuit and then explore the activities along Lake St. Clair. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 24th (Fri): look for all kinds of wild species at Devils @ Cradle and then surround yourself with nature on Cradle Mountain Canyons.

To see reviews, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park road trip planner.

You can fly from Margaret River to Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park in 9 hours. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 2 hours traveling from Margaret River to Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Fri) so you can travel to Coles Bay.

Overlooking one of Tasmania's most scenic strips of coastline and serving as the gateway to Freycinet National Park, Coles Bay is home to just 500 permanent residents.

On the 25th (Sat), get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour, then identify plant and animal life at East Coast Natureworld, and then head outdoors with Outdoor Activities. Here are some ideas for day two: identify plant and animal life at Freycinet National Park and then walk along Wineglass Bay Lookout.

For where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, read our Coles Bay trip maker app.

Explore your travel options from Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park to Coles Bay with the Route module. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Sun) so you can drive to Hobart.

Snaking up the side of a rounded, tree-dotted hill, Hobart sits between Tasmania’s sprawling mountains and the vast estuary of the River Derwent.

Battery Point Sculpture Trail and Richmond Gaol will appeal to history buffs. Discover out-of-the-way places like Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and The Neck. Get out of town with these interesting Hobart side-trips: Tasmanian Devil Unzoo (in Taranna), Raptor Refuge (in Kettering) and The Parsonage (in Port Arthur). The adventure continues: explore the wealth of natural beauty at Maria Island National Park, steep yourself in history at Constitution Dock, get outside with Outdoor Activities, and make a trip to Cascades Female Factory Historic Site.

To find photos, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Hobart trip planner.

Traveling by car from Coles Bay to Hobart takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. In February, daily temperatures in Hobart can reach 26°C, while at night they dip to 14°C. On the 4th (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Port Campbell.

Port Campbell is a coastal town in Victoria, Australia. On the 5th (Sun), go for a walk through Cape Otway Lightstation, delve into the lush surroundings at Mait's Rest, and then stroll through Otway Fly Treetop Adventures. On the 6th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: look for all kinds of wild species at Gibsons Steps, explore the striking landscape at Twelve Apostles, then look for all kinds of wild species at Loch Ard Gorge, and finally don't miss a visit to The Grotto.

To see maps, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Port Campbell trip maker app.

You can do a combination of flight, shuttle, train, and bus from Hobart to Port Campbell in 10.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus, ferry, and train. On the 7th (Tue), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Kangaroo Island.

Abandoned by Aborigines a few thousand years ago, Kangaroo Island attracts over 140,000 visitors each year.

Visiting Seal Bay Conservation Park and Remarkable Rocks will get you outdoors. Step off the beaten path and head to Flinders Chase National Park and Paul's Place Wildlife Sanctuary. There's lots more to do: identify plant and animal life at Raptor Domain, see Off-Road Tours, take in the dramatic natural features at Admirals Arch, and enjoy the sea views from Cape Willoughby Lighthouse Keepers Heritage Accommodation.

To see more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Kangaroo Island tour builder website.

You can do a combination of car and ferry from Port Campbell to Kangaroo Island in 11 hours. Other options are to do a combination of bus and flight; or do a combination of bus, ferry, and taxi. You'll gain 0.5 hours traveling from Port Campbell to Kangaroo Island due to the time zone difference. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Sun) 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.

Get a sense of the local culture at St. Mary's Cathedral and Darling Harbour. Take a break from the city and head to Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park and Bondi to Coogee Walk. Change things up with these side-trips from Sydney: Katoomba (Echo Point Lookout & The Three Sisters), Wentworth Falls Lookout (in Wentworth Falls) and Shelly Beach (in Manly). There's lots more to do: take advantage of the amenities at Watsons Bay, explore the world behind art at Art Gallery of New South Wales, see the interesting displays at Australian National Maritime Museum, and observe the fascinating underwater world at Sea Life Sydney Aquarium.

To see ratings, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, use the Sydney tour itinerary builder app.

Fly from Kangaroo Island to Sydney in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of taxi, ferry, and bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 0.5 hours traveling from Kangaroo Island to Sydney. In March in Sydney, expect temperatures between 30°C during the day and 22°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Lord Howe Island.

Bursting out of the Tasman Sea, Lord Howe Island offers stunning scenery and many sandy beaches.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Ned's Beach and Mt Gower. Visiting Lord Howe Island Walking Trails and Blinky Beach will get you outdoors. There's still lots to do: kick back and relax at Lagoon Beach, tee off at Lord Howe Island Golf Club, tour the pleasant surroundings at Old Settlement Beach, and discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour.

To find reviews, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Lord Howe Island trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Sydney to Lord Howe Island takes 3.5 hours. The time zone difference when traveling from Sydney to Lord Howe Island is 0.5 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Wed) to allow enough time to travel to Fraser Island.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Lake McKenzie and Eli Creek. Get outdoors at Australian Sunset Safaris Day Tours and Lake Birrabeen.

To see other places to visit, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Fraser Island online itinerary planner.

Do a combination of flight, ferry, and car from Lord Howe Island to Fraser Island in 13.5 hours. Traveling from Lord Howe Island to Fraser Island, you'll gain 0.5 hours due to the time zone difference. Expect a daytime high around 35°C in March, and nighttime lows around 24°C. On the 26th (Sun), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Port Macquarie.

Known for its numerous beaches and resident koala population, Port Macquarie offers visitors a welcoming environment in which to unwind.

Tacking Point Lighthouse and Trial Bay Gaol will appeal to history buffs. Step out of the city life by going to Koala Hospital and Coastal walk. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Port Macquarie: Smoky Cape Lighthouse (in South West Rocks) and North Brother Mountain (in Laurieton). Spend the 30th (Thu) exploring nature at Sea Acres Rainforest Centre Port Macquarie. Next up on the itinerary: see majestic marine mammals with a dolphin and whale watching tour and don't miss a visit to Hello Koalas Sculpture Trail.

For maps, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Port Macquarie trip itinerary site.

Getting from Fraser Island to Port Macquarie by combination of car, ferry, and flight takes about 10 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of car, ferry, and train. When traveling from Fraser Island in March, plan for slightly colder days in Port Macquarie, with highs around 25°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park.

Please note that visitors are no longer allowed to trek up Uluru.

Get outdoors at Kata Tjuta / Mount Olga and Mutitjulu Waterhole. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Mala Walk and Walpa Gorge. There's lots more to do: don't miss a visit to Uluru, trek along Kuniya Walk, take an in-depth tour of Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre, and take in the pleasant sights at Lungkata Walk.

To see ratings, maps, reviews, and tourist information, use the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park vacation planner.

Getting from Port Macquarie to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park by flight takes about 9 hours. Other options: drive. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 0.5 hours traveling from Port Macquarie to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Traveling from Port Macquarie in March, you will find days in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park are much warmer (41°C), and nights are about the same (24°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) early enough to fly 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.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Seastar Cruises Reef Day Trips and Michaelmas Cay. Escape the urban bustle at Billy Tea Safaris and Trinity Beach. Change things up with these side-trips from Cairns: Kuranda (Australian Butterfly Sanctuary & Birdworld Kuranda). Spend the 5th (Wed) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. The adventure continues: look for all kinds of wild species at Atherton Tablelands, stroll through Palm Cove Beach, trek along Esplanade Boardwalk, and take in nature's colorful creations at Botanical Gardens.

For reviews, photos, and tourist information, read Cairns trip itinerary planner.

Getting from Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to Cairns by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive. The time zone difference moving from Australian Central Standard Time to Australian Eastern Standard Time is 0.5 hours. Traveling from Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park in April, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Cairns, with lows around 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Fri) so you can drive 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 discover tucked-away gems like Agincourt Reef and Opal Reef. Get outdoors at Scuba & Snorkeling and Mossman Gorge Centre. Step out of Port Douglas to go to Cape Tribulation and see Daintree National Park, which is approximately 44 minutes away. There's still lots to do: see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour, learn about winemaking at Shannonvale Tropical Fruit Winery, don't miss a visit to St Mary’s by The Sea chapel, and admire nature's wide array of creatures at Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas.

To find traveler tips, photos, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Port Douglas online trip builder.

Traveling by car from Cairns to Port Douglas takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can 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. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Wed) so you can fly back home.