29 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.

Kick off your visit on the 6th (Mon): admire the masterpieces at National Gallery of Australia, take an in-depth tour of Australian War Memorial, and then view the masterpieces at Scott Leggo Gallery.

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New York City, USA to Canberra is an approximately 25-hour flight. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), which is usually a 15 hour difference. Traveling from New York City in March, expect nights in Canberra to be a bit warmer, around 13°C, while days are much hotter, around 30°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Mon) early enough to fly 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.

Get out of town with these interesting Sydney side-trips: Katoomba (The Giant Stairway & The Three Sisters) and Wentworth Falls Lookout (in Wentworth Falls). Next up on the itinerary: catch a live performance at Sydney Opera House, stroll through Bondi to Coogee Walk, visit Darling Harbour, and take a stroll through The Rocks.

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Getting from Canberra to Sydney by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Canberra in March, Sydney is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 22°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sun) so you can catch the flight to Melbourne.

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

Dedicate the 16th (Thu) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. Next up on the itinerary: take in nature's colorful creations at Royal Botanic Gardens, admire the landmark architecture of Royal Exhibition Building, take in panoramic vistas at Eureka Skydeck, and see the interesting displays at Melbourne Museum.

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Getting from Sydney to Melbourne by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Traveling from Sydney in March, Melbourne is slightly colder at night with lows of 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Fri) early enough 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, explore the activities along Mutitjulu Waterhole, admire the verdant scenery at Valley of the Winds, and view the masterpieces at Walkatjara Art Uluru.

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Getting from Melbourne to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: drive. You'll gain 0.5 hours traveling from Melbourne to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park due to the time zone difference. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Melbourne in March, with highs in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park at 41°C and lows at 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Mon) to allow time to fly 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.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Cairns: Palm Cove (Palm Cove Beach & Spas). Spend the 21st (Tue) among aquatic life with a scuba or snorkeling tour. Spend the 22nd (Wed) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. There's still lots to do: hike along Esplanade Boardwalk, admire the natural beauty at Botanical Gardens, see the world from above with a helicopter tour, and enjoy some diversion at Esplanade Lagoon Pool.

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Traveling by flight from Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to Cairns takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. The time zone difference when traveling from Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to Cairns is 0.5 hours. When traveling from Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park in March, plan for slightly colder days in Cairns, with highs around 36°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 27°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sat) to allow enough time 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.

Step out of Port Douglas to go to Wangetti and see Rex Lookout, which is approximately 34 minutes away. Spend the 25th (Sat) among aquatic life with a scuba or snorkeling tour. There's much more to do: take an exotic tour of a safari tour, look for all kinds of wild species at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures, take in the pleasant sights at Flagstaff Hill Walking Trail, and stop by With Sugar.

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Traveling by car from Cairns to Port Douglas takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. In March, daytime highs in Port Douglas are 36°C, while nighttime lows are 27°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Tue) so you can catch the flight 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.

Change things up with a short trip to Sea World Theme Park in Main Beach (about 1h 10 min away). There's still lots to do: walk around South Bank Parklands, get great views at Mount Coot-Tha Summit Lookout, see where the action happens at Suncorp Stadium, and admire the natural beauty at Roma Street Parkland.

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You can fly from Port Douglas to Brisbane in 4 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Port Douglas in March, with highs in Brisbane at 32°C and lows at 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 1st (Sat) to allow enough time to fly back home.