14 days in Sydney & Melbourne Itinerary

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.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like The Rocks and ATTY Gallery. You'll explore and learn at Australian National Maritime Museum and Historical Aircraft Restoration Society. The adventure continues: kick back and relax at Bondi Beach, admire the natural beauty at Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, stroll through Bondi to Coogee Walk, and see a show at Sydney Opera House.

For more things to do, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, use the Sydney sightseeing planner.

Hanoi, Vietnam to Sydney is an approximately 13.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Hanoi to Sydney is 3 hours. In December, daily temperatures in Sydney can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 21°C. On the 20th (Fri), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon 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.

We've included these beaches for you: St. Kilda Beach and Half Moon Bay. Museum-lovers will get to explore Melbourne Museum and National Vietnam Veterans Museum. Step out of Melbourne with an excursion to Kitty Miller Bay in Ventnor--about 1h 40 min away. There's much more to do: admire the masterpieces at National Gallery of Victoria, pause for some photo ops at Shrine of Remembrance, take an in-depth tour of Immigration Museum, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Sandridge Beach.

To find where to stay, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Melbourne route planner.

Fly from Sydney to Melbourne in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Plan for slightly colder nights when traveling from Sydney in December since evenings lows in Melbourne dip to 14°C. You will have some time to spend on the 26th (Thu) before leaving for home.