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.

Head to Opals Down Under and Artworks in Clay by Anne Gentry-Smithfor some retail therapy. Get in touch with nature at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Point Cartwright. Venture out of the city with trips to Caloundra (Kings Beach, Caloundra Regional Art Gallery, & more), Maleny (Gardners Falls, McCarthy's Lookout, & more) and Mooloolaba (Mooloolaba Beach, Scuba & Snorkeling, & more). The adventure continues: explore the wealth of natural beauty at Glass House Mountains National Park, take in the dramatic natural features at Mount Coolum, pick up a one of a kind souvenir at Relove Oxley, and look for all kinds of wild species at Dularcha National Park.

For other places to visit, traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Brisbane day trip site .

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to Brisbane is an approximately 12.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of flight and bus; or do a combination of bus and flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 2 hours traveling from Kuala Lumpur to Brisbane. Expect cooler temperatures when traveling from Kuala Lumpur in June; daily highs in Brisbane reach 24°C and lows reach 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Thu) so you can 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.

Take a break from the city and head to Bondi to Coogee Beach Coastal Walk and Bondi Beach. Head to Sydney Fish Market and Queen Victoria Buildingfor some retail therapy. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Sydney: Wentworth Falls (in Wentworth Falls), Katoomba (Blue Mountains & Gallery One88) and Leura Mall (in Leura). On the 4th (Sat), dedicate a day to the elevated beauty of Perry's Lookdown. There's lots more to do: catch a live performance at Sydney Opera House, take a stroll through Darling Harbour, revel in the low prices at Birkenhead Point Brand Outlet, and browse the exhibits of Brett Whiteley Studio.

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You can fly from Brisbane to Sydney in 4 hours. Other options are to do a combination of bus and flight; or drive. Expect little chillier 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.