28 days in Australia Itinerary

A planned city with streets laid out in elaborate, geometric patterns and founded specifically to serve as the capital of the emerging Australian state, Canberra has a self-sufficient atmosphere.

On the 31st (Mon), explore the activities along Lake Burley Griffin and then take an in-depth tour of Australian War Memorial.

Use Inspirock's suggestions to plan your Canberra trip and find the best activities and attractions for your vacation.

New York City, USA to Canberra is an approximately 25-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from New York City to Canberra is 15 hours. Traveling from New York City in October, plan for slightly colder nights in Canberra, with lows around 6°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 31st (Mon) early enough to catch the flight 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.

Spend the 4th (Fri) exploring nature at Sydney Harbour National Park. Next up on the itinerary: listen to music at Sydney Opera House, kick back and relax at Bondi Beach, stroll through Manly Beach, and wander the streets of Darling Harbour.

For maps and more tourist information, read Sydney trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Canberra to Sydney takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in Sydney when traveling from Canberra in October, with lows around 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Sun) to allow time to fly to Melbourne.

The state of Victoria crown jewel, Melbourne boasts shaded streets, leafy residential neighborhoods, vibrant street life, and a picturesque city center.

Step out of Melbourne with an excursion to Werribee Open Range Zoo in Werribee--about 42 minutes away. There's lots more to do: admire the natural beauty at Royal Botanic Gardens, see the interesting displays at Australian Sports Museum, explore the world behind art at National Gallery of Victoria, and learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Melbourne Zoo.

To see photos, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Melbourne route maker app.

You can fly from Sydney to Melbourne in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. Traveling from Sydney in November, plan for slightly colder nights in Melbourne, with lows around 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 11th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park.

Please note that visitors are no longer allowed to trek up Uluru.

Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is known for nature, sightseeing, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the striking landscape at Uluru, trek along Kuniya Walk, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Kata Tjuta / Mount Olga, and take in the exciting artwork at Walkatjara Art Uluru.

To see ratings, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, read Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park tour planner.

You can fly from Melbourne to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Traveling from Melbourne to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, you'll gain 0.5 hours due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Melbourne in November, plan for much hotter days in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, with highs around 41°C, while nights are somewhat warmer with lows around 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 14th (Mon) to allow time for the flight 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.

Venture out of the city with trips to Australian Butterfly Sanctuary (in Kuranda), Hartley's Crocodile Adventures (in Wangetti) and Palm Cove Beach (in Palm Cove). Spend the 15th (Tue) among aquatic life with a scuba or snorkeling tour. The adventure continues: tour the pleasant surroundings at Trinity Beach, trek along Esplanade Boardwalk, have fun at Esplanade Lagoon Pool, and see Trail Bike Adventures.

For maps, reviews, photos, and more tourist information, use the Cairns road trip planning website.

You can fly from Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to Cairns in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. You'll lose 0.5 hours traveling from Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to Cairns due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park in November, expect nights in Cairns to be a bit warmer, around 26°C, while days are a bit cooler, around 36°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Sat) early enough 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.

Spend the 19th (Sat) among aquatic life with a scuba or snorkeling tour. And it doesn't end there: identify plant and animal life at Wildlife Areas, see some colorful creatures with Shaolin Port Douglas, stop by With Sugar, and learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas.

To find photos, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Port Douglas sightseeing planner.

Getting from Cairns to Port Douglas by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a shuttle; or take a bus. November in Port Douglas sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 26°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Tue) early enough to fly to Brisbane.

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.

Brisbane is known for parks, sightseeing, and wildlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: walk around South Bank Parklands, take some stellar pictures from Mount Coot-Tha Summit Lookout, identify plant and animal life at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, and admire the natural beauty at Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt. Coot-tha.

To see other places to visit, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Brisbane visit website.

Getting from Port Douglas to Brisbane by flight takes about 4 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of bus and train. In November, Brisbane is slightly colder than Port Douglas - with highs of 31°C and lows of 21°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 25th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly back home.