22 days in Brisbane & Sydney Itinerary

Queensland’s biggest town and state capital, Brisbane has an attractive, manicured image based around its riverside aesthetic as well as the contrast between its high-rise center and extensive urban greenery.

For shopping fun, head to Opals Down Under or Maroochydore, Sunshine Plaza. Get in touch with nature at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Mooloolaba Beach. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Brisbane: Montville (Artworks in Clay by Anne Gentry-Smith & Montville Art Gallery), Maleny (Gardners Falls, McCarthy's Lookout, &more) and Caloundra (Kings Beach, Caloundra Regional Art Gallery, &more). There's still lots to do: walk around South Bank Parklands, buy something for everyone on your list at Kawana Shoppingworld, explore the wealth of natural beauty at Dularcha National Park, and identify plant and animal life at Glass House Mountains National Park.

To see photos, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Brisbane trip planner.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to Brisbane is an approximately 12.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Malaysia Time to Australian Eastern Standard Time is 2 hours. Plan for colder temperatures traveling from Kuala Lumpur in June, with highs in Brisbane at 24°C and lows at 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Thu) to allow time to travel 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.

Shop till you drop at Sydney Fish Market and Leura Mall. Step out of the city life by going to Bondi to Coogee Walk and Dolphin & Whale Watching. Change things up with these side-trips from Sydney: Bilpin Cider Company (in Bilpin), Katoomba (Blue Mountains & Gallery One88) and Wentworth Falls Lookout (in Wentworth Falls). There's still lots to do: take a stroll through The Rocks, kick back and relax at Manly Beach, take in the views from Sydney Harbour Bridge, and catch a live performance at Sydney Opera House.

To see photos, ratings, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Sydney day trip site.

Getting from Brisbane to Sydney by flight takes about 4 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Expect slightly colder weather when traveling from Brisbane in June: highs in Sydney hover around 21°C, while lows dip to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 6th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel back home.