12 days in New South Wales Itinerary
12 days in New South Wales Itinerary
Created using Inspirock New South Wales route planner
Start: Ho Chi Minh City
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Sydney
— 6 nights
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Blackheath
— 5 nights
Drive to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport, Fly to Ho Chi Minh City
End: Ho Chi Minh City
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Sydney — 6 nights

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.Sydney is known for nightlife, sightseeing, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in nature's colorful creations at Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, listen to music at Sydney Opera House, enjoy the sand and surf at Bondi Beach, and wander the streets of The Rocks.
To see reviews, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, read Sydney road trip tool.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam to Sydney is an approximately 12.5-hour flight. Traveling from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney, you'll lose 3 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Ho Chi Minh City in October, things will get little chillier in Sydney: highs are around 28°C and lows about 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Blackheath.
Side Trips
Find places to stay Oct 29 — Nov 4:
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Blackheath — 5 nights
Located near the highest point of the Blue Mountains, Blackheath offers panoramic views of the surrounding area.Explore Blackheath's surroundings by going to Norman Lindsay Gallery & Museum (in Faulconbridge) and Blue Mountains (in Katoomba). There's much more to do: take in nature's colorful creations at The Campbell Rhododendron Gardens, appreciate the extensive heritage of The National Pass, head outdoors with Eagle Rock Adventures Pty Ltd, and take in the dramatic scenery at Wentworth Falls Lookout.
To find more things to do, maps, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Blackheath trip tool.
Traveling by car from Sydney to Blackheath takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In November in Blackheath, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 17°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 9th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel back home.
Side Trips
Katoomba, Leura, Blue Mountains National Park, Norman Lindsay Gallery & Museum, Wentworth Falls Lookout
Find places to stay Nov 4 — 9:
Highlights from your trip
New South Wales travel guide
New South Wales boasts stunning snow-capped mountains, sandy beaches, and prosperous cities, including its capital, Sydney. Interior forests and highlands contrast with the coastal plains and oceanside landscape. Foodies on holiday in New South Wales can revel in the country's economic heartland, where vineyards flourish and farmer's markets bring an abundance of local produce to the table. Base yourself in Sydney, a glamorous spot from which to explore, and then head to the beaches to swim and surf.