32 days in Brisbane Region, Sydney & Melbourne Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Australia trip planner
Start: Riyadh
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Brisbane
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Bribie Island
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Macleay Island
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Tamborine Mountain
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Sydney
— 10 nights
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Melbourne
— 9 nights
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End: Riyadh
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Brisbane — 5 nights
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Australia's New World City
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.Visiting Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Brisbane Whale Watching will get you outdoors. Queensland Museum & Sciencentre and Opal Museum are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Step out of Brisbane with an excursion to Redcliffe Lagoon in Redcliffe--about 40 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: walk around South Bank Parklands, explore the galleries of Birrunga Gallery & Dining, admire the masterpieces at Queensland Art Gallery, and admire the natural beauty at Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt. Coot-tha.
To see traveler tips, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, go to the Brisbane travel route builder site.
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Brisbane is an approximately 21-hour flight. You'll lose 7 hours traveling from Riyadh to Brisbane due to the time zone difference. In July, Brisbane is cooler than Riyadh - with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Tue) so you can go by car to Bribie Island.
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Bribie Island — 2 nights
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On the 26th (Wed), get engrossed in the history at Bribie Island Seaside Museum, explore the world behind art at Abbey Museum OF Art And Archaeology, and then steep yourself in history at Caboolture Historical Village. On the next day, explore the galleries of Bribie Island Community Arts Centre, see majestic marine mammals with Island Gondola, and then kick back and relax at Bongaree Beach.
To see photos, reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, read Bribie Island driving holiday planner.
Traveling by car from Brisbane to Bribie Island takes 1.5 hours. July in Bribie Island sees daily highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Thu) early enough to travel to Macleay Island.
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To see photos, reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, read Bribie Island driving holiday planner.
Traveling by car from Brisbane to Bribie Island takes 1.5 hours. July in Bribie Island sees daily highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Thu) early enough to travel to Macleay Island.
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Macleay Island — 1 night
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Kick off your visit on the 28th (Fri): view the masterpieces at Macleay Island Art Complex, browse the exhibits of Kara-Mia's Mosaics, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Dalpura Beach.
For ratings, traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Macleay Island trip builder website.
Traveling by journey from Bribie Island to Macleay Island takes 3.5 hours. In July, daytime highs in Macleay Island are 24°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Tamborine Mountain.
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For ratings, traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Macleay Island trip builder website.
Traveling by journey from Bribie Island to Macleay Island takes 3.5 hours. In July, daytime highs in Macleay Island are 24°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Tamborine Mountain.
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Tamborine Mountain — 3 nights
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Do some cultural sightseeing at Cork 'n Fork Tours and Gold Coast Hinterland Great Walk. Take a break from the city and head to O'Reillys Birds of Prey and Mount French National Park.
For maps, reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Tamborine Mountain road trip planning website.
Getting from Macleay Island to Tamborine Mountain by car takes about 3 hours. In July, plan for daily highs up to 24°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Mon) so you can fly to Sydney.
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For maps, reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Tamborine Mountain road trip planning website.
Getting from Macleay Island to Tamborine Mountain by car takes about 3 hours. In July, plan for daily highs up to 24°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Mon) so you can fly to Sydney.
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Sydney — 10 nights
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The Harbour City
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 in touch with nature at Bondi to Coogee Walk and Manly Beach. Get a sense of the local culture at The Rocks and Norman Lindsay Gallery & Museum. Get out of town with these interesting Sydney side-trips: Hawkesbury Regional Gallery (in Windsor), Blue Mountains National Park (Grand Canyon track & The National Pass) and Wind Eroded Cave (in Blackheath). There's still lots to do: make a trip to Sydney Opera House, take in the dramatic natural features at Mrs Macquarie's Chair, explore the world behind art at Art Gallery of New South Wales, and snap pictures at Sydney Harbour Bridge.
To find other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Sydney day trip planner.
You can fly from Tamborine Mountain to Sydney in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. In July, daily temperatures in Sydney can reach 21°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Thu) so you can fly to Melbourne.
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Blue Mountains National Park, Faulconbridge, Hawkesbury Regional Gallery, Valley Heights Locomotive Depot Heritage Museum, Lennox Bridge
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Melbourne — 9 nights
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Australia's Garden City
The state of Victoria crown jewel, Melbourne boasts shaded streets, leafy residential neighborhoods, vibrant street life, and a picturesque city center.Get some cultural insight at National Gallery of Victoria and Scienceworks. Visiting Wildlife Coast Cruises and The Great Ocean Road will get you outdoors. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Melbourne: Ballarat (The Titanic Memorial Bandstand & Sovereign Hill) and Tyde (in Cowes). Dedicate the 15th (Tue) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. The adventure continues: examine the collection at Melbourne Museum, admire the striking features of Royal Exhibition Building, take in nature's colorful creations at Royal Botanic Gardens, and don't miss a visit to Block Arcade.
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Getting from Sydney to Melbourne by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. In August, Melbourne is slightly colder than Sydney - with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. You will leave for home on the 19th (Sat).
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Brisbane Region travel guide
Tours of Brisbane Region allow you to enjoy all the modern amenities of an easygoing, multicultural capital, as well as to satisfy your inner adventurer in untouched national parks and sand islands. Excellent dining, stylish shopping neighborhoods, and lively music scene await curious travelers at the charming state capital. To explore the region's great outdoors--bush tracks, vast sand dunes, pristine waterfalls, and rainforest canopies--you'll just need to hop on a water taxi or take a short drive from the city. North Stradbroke and its neighboring Moreton Island offer ample hiking, snorkeling, and wildlife watching opportunities, but to truly immerse yourself in the region's beautiful nature, visit one of the six national parks within the Scenic Rim.
