60 days in Australia Itinerary

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.

Your inner history buff will appreciate Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse and Hamelin Bay Jetty. Get a sense of the local culture at Wine Tours & Tastings and Cape Grace Wines. Explore Margaret River's surroundings by going to Meelup Beach (in Dunsborough), Jewel Cave (in Augusta) and Yallingup (Ngilgi Cave & Yallingup Beach). There's still lots to do: kick back and relax at Gnarabup Beach, explore the fascinating underground world of Mammoth Cave, add some adventure to your tour with a kayaking and canoeing tour, and stroll through Hamelin Bay.

To see photos, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Margaret River travel planning site.

Mumbai, India to Margaret River is an approximately 19.5-hour combination of flight and bus. You'll lose 2.5 hours traveling from Mumbai to Margaret River due to the time zone difference. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Albany.

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.

Take a break from the city and head to Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk and Little Beach. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to National Anzac Centre and Albany's Historic Whaling Station. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Albany: Denmark (Greens Pool & Rising Star Winery). The adventure continues: stroll through Emu Point and explore the striking landscape at The Gap and Natural Bridge.

To find reviews, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Albany online day trip planner.

Traveling by car from Margaret River to Albany takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. February in Albany sees daily highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C at night. On the 1st (Wed), you'll travel to Kangaroo Island.

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

Step out of the city life by going to Seal Bay Conservation Park and Raptor Domain. Discover out-of-the-way places like Flinders Chase National Park and Admirals Arch. The adventure continues: explore the striking landscape at Remarkable Rocks, see Off-Road Tours, enjoy the sea views from Cape Willoughby Lighthouse Keepers Heritage Accommodation, and look for gifts at Emu Ridge Eucalyptus.

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Traveling by flight from Albany to Kangaroo Island takes 10 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus, train, ferry, and taxi. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1.5 hours traveling from Albany to Kangaroo Island. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Tue) to allow time to fly 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.

You'll get in some beach time at Okines Beach and Kingston Beach. Battery Point Sculpture Trail and Constitution Dock will appeal to history buffs. Change things up with these side-trips from Hobart: Tasmanian Devil Unzoo (in Taranna), The Neck (in Bruny Island) and Remarkable Cave (in Port Arthur). Dedicate the 14th (Tue) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. The adventure continues: see the interesting displays at Mawson's Hut Replica Museum, do a tasting at Puddleduck Vineyard, look for all kinds of wild species at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, and snap pictures at Richmond Bridge.

To see more things to do, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Hobart online trip itinerary builder.

You can fly from Kangaroo Island to Hobart in 7.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi, ferry, bus, and train. The time zone difference when traveling from Kangaroo Island to Hobart is 0.5 hours. In March, plan for daily highs up to 25°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Tue) 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 Scuba & Snorkeling. You'll enjoy a bit of beach vacationing at Lagoon Beach and Blinky Beach. There's still lots to do: trek along Lord Howe Island Walking Trails, take in the awesome beauty at Mt Gower, kick back and relax at Old Settlement Beach, and learn more about the world around you at Lord Howe Island Museum.

To find other places to visit, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Lord Howe Island road trip website.

Traveling by flight from Hobart to Lord Howe Island takes 7 hours. The time zone difference moving from Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) to Lord Howe Standard Time (LHST) is 0.5 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Fri) so you can 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.

Escape the urban bustle at Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park and Balmoral Beach, Mosman. Step off the beaten path and head to Wentworth Falls Lookout and Shelly Beach. Change things up with these side-trips from Sydney: Katoomba (The Three Sisters & Katoomba Cascades) and Leura (Gordon Falls Lookout & Saint Bonaventure's Church). There's lots more to do: see a show at Sydney Opera House, stop by Darling Harbour, admire the natural beauty at Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, and explore the world behind art at Art Gallery of New South Wales.

To find where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Sydney trip itinerary builder app.

Traveling by flight from Lord Howe Island to Sydney takes 3.5 hours. The time zone difference when traveling from Lord Howe Island to Sydney is minus 0.5 hours. In March, daily temperatures in Sydney can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Fri) so you can fly to Port Macquarie.

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

Get in touch with nature at Koala Hospital and Dolphin & Whale Watching. Tacking Point Lighthouse and Smoky Cape Lighthouse will appeal to history buffs. Step out of Port Macquarie to go to South West Rocks and see Trial Bay Gaol, which is approximately 1h 15 min away. Spend the 27th (Mon) exploring nature at Sea Acres Rainforest Centre Port Macquarie. It doesn't end there: tour the pleasant surroundings at Coastal walk and don't miss a visit to Breakwall Waking Path.

To see reviews, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the Port Macquarie route maker app.

You can fly from Sydney to Port Macquarie in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. While traveling from Sydney, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Port Macquarie, ranging from highs of 25°C to lows of 22°C. On the 28th (Tue), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly to Norfolk Island.

Pine trees, rolling green hills, and dramatic cliffs typify Norfolk Island, an Australian offshore territory 1,412 km (877 mi) east of the mainland.

Start off your visit on the 29th (Wed): admire the masterpieces at Fletcher's Mutiny Cyclorama, then stroll the grounds of Norfolk Island Cemetery, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Emily Bay. Keep things going the next day: pause for some photo ops at Captain Cook's Monument, pause for some serene contemplation at St. Barnabas Chapel, and then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mount Pitt.

To see photos and other tourist information, you can read our Norfolk Island trip itinerary website.

Fly from Port Macquarie to Norfolk Island in 10 hours. The time zone difference moving from Australian Eastern Standard Time to Norfolk Island Time is 1 hour. Expect a daytime high around 28°C in March, and nighttime lows around 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Thu) to allow time to fly to Gold Coast.

A city of towering skyscrapers, sandy beaches, and tree-lined streets, Gold Coast has an unpretentious air complemented by a citywide focus on sports and the arts.

Step out of the city life by going to Cape Byron Walking Track and Kurrawa Beach. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Burleigh Heads Beach and Coolangatta Beach. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Gold Coast: Belongil Beach (in Byron Bay) and Brisbane (Roma Street Parkland, Gallery of Modern Art, &more). Spend the 4th (Tue) exploring nature at Natural Bridge. There's still lots to do: stroll through Burleigh Head National Park, get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour, browse the different shops at Robina Town Centre, and kick back and relax at Kirra Beach.

To see more things to do, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Gold Coast trip planner.

You can fly from Norfolk Island to Gold Coast in 6 hours. The time zone difference moving from Norfolk Island Time to Australian Eastern Standard Time is minus 1 hour. When traveling from Norfolk Island in March, plan for somewhat warmer days in Gold Coast, with highs around 32°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Wed) early enough to travel to Fraser Island.

We've included these beaches for you: Seventy-Five Mile Beach and Eli Creek. Get outdoors at Lake McKenzie and Lake Birrabeen.

To see other places to visit, reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Fraser Island online trip maker.

You can do a combination of flight, ferry, and car from Gold Coast to Fraser Island in 7.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of train, car, and ferry. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 9th (Sun) to allow time for travel 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.

You'll enjoy a bit of beach vacationing at Palm Cove Beach and Trinity Beach. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Seastar Cruises Reef Day Trips and Atherton Tablelands. Change things up with these side-trips from Cairns: Kuranda (Barron Falls, Birdworld Kuranda, &more). Spend the 12th (Wed) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. There's still lots to do: relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, see exotic creatures in open habitats at Billy Tea Safaris, see Off-Road Tours, and step off the mainland to explore Michaelmas Cay.

For photos, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Cairns online itinerary maker.

You can do a combination of car, ferry, and flight from Fraser Island to Cairns in 10.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car, ferry, and train; or do a combination of car, ferry, and bus. In April, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sat) to allow enough time to 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.

Step off the beaten path and head to Agincourt Reef and Mossman Gorge Centre. Take a break from the city and head to Scuba & Snorkeling and Safaris. Next up on the itinerary: see the vivid underwater world at Opal Reef, trot along with a tour on horseback, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas, and indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas.

To find ratings, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Port Douglas trip planning site.

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, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 25°C. You'll set off for home on the 20th (Thu).