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TWO WEEKS ITINERARIES FOR AUSTRALIA

Sand formation and orange rocks, The Pinnacles, Fraser Island, K'gari

EAST COAST

ARRIVE IN SYDNEY

DEPART FROM SYDNEY


SYDNEY (3 NIGHTS)

  • Book a free walking tour of the city.
  • Walk around The Rocks, a historic neighborhood in Sydney.
  • On Saturday or Sunday, head to The Rocks Markets.
  • Book a day tour to the Blue Mountains or take the train to go there by yourself.
  • Take the bus and go swimming at Bondi Beach.
  • Buy a ferry ticket and relax on Manly Beach.
  • Try to get tickets for show at the famous Sydney Opera House. (Download the TodayTix app to try to get your hands on cheaper tickets).
  • Take a stroll around Darling Harbor and stop to eat in one of the restaurants or get a drink at a bar.


BRISBANE (1 NIGHT)

  • Take a plane or train to Brisbane. If you take the train, keep in mind that it's an overnight journey, so spend one less night in Sydney.
  • Cross Victoria Bridge and explore South Bank.
  • Do the Rainforest Walk.
  • Try some of the CBD’s cafes, restaurants and bars.
  • Go see koalas, kangaroos and other Australian animals at the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.


NOOSA (2 NIGHTS)

  • Take a bus to the city of Noosa.
  • Enjoy the beaches, Noosa National Park, and the famous Hastings Street.
  • MUST DO: Book a day trip to K'gari (Fraser Island).


BRISBANE (1 NIGHT)

  • Take the bus back to Brisbane.
  • Keep exploring the city. 


AIRLIE BEACH/WHITSUNDAYS ISLANDS (2 NIGHTS)

  • Take a plane to Proserpine, then a bus or taxi to Airlie Beach.
  • MUST DO: Book a day cruise to the Whitsundays and go snorkeling. Many companies have these kind of tours. I ended up choosing this one from Ocean Rafting and really enjoyed it.


MAGNETIC ISLAND (3 NIGHTS)

  • Take a bus to Townsville, then a ferry to Magnetic Island.
  • To explore “Maggie,” rent a bicycle or a convertible electric cart.
  • Watch the rock wallabies at Geoffrey Bay.
  • Hike one of the island's trails.
  • Spot wild koalas while doing The Forts Walk.
  • Watch the sunset at Horseshoe Bay or Hawkings Point Lookout.
  • Do snorkeling to see corals and marine wildlife.
  • Relax on the island's beaches.


SYDNEY (1 NIGHT)

  • Take the ferry back to Townsville and take a plane back to Sydney.
  • Explore the places you didn't ge to see on your first days.
  • Catch your flight back home.

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Waves breaking on rocks, Cape Byron Lighthouse Track, Byron Bay, Australia

EAST COAST - WITH MELBOURNE

ARRIVE IN SYDNEY

DEPART FROM SYDNEY

 

SYDNEY (3 NIGHTS)

  • Book a free walking tour of the city.
  • Walk around The Rocks, a historic neighborhood in Sydney.
  • On Saturday or Sunday, head to The Rocks Markets.
  • Book a day tour to the Blue Mountains or take the train to go there by yourself.
  • Take the bus and go swimming at Bondi Beach.
  • Buy a ferry ticket and relax on Manly Beach.
  • Try to get tickets for show at the famous Sydney Opera House. (Download the TodayTix app to try to get your hands on cheaper tickets).
  • Take a stroll around Darling Harbor and stop to eat in one of the restaurants or get a drink at a bar.


BYRON BAY (PARTY PARADISE) (3 NIGHTS)

  • Take a bus or a domestic flight to Byron Bay. If you take the bus, keep in mind that it's an overnight ride, so you'll have to spend one less night in Sydney.
  • Sing along with pianists and other backpackers at the Northern Hotel's piano bar. Fun time and sore throat guaranteed!
  • Party in one or more of the city's bars and nightclubs. Although I mostly spent my evenings at the piano bar, I also went to Woody's Surf Shack and Lovers Lane where I had a great time.

           **BRING YOUR PASSPORT (they'll ask for it at the door, no matter how old you are).

  • Take a surf lesson! Several surf schools offer group lessons. I went with Soul Surf School and loved my experience.
  • Enjoy Byron Bay’s beautiful beaches.
  • Watch dolphins and whales from the top of Cape Byron Lighthouse.
  • Rent snorkeling gear and go snorkeling.

       **For a great and affordable meal, try Orgasmic Food Byron Bay.


BRISBANE (2 NIGHTS)

  • Take a bus to Brisbane.
  • Cross Victoria Bridge and explore South Bank.
  • Do the Rainforest Walk.
  • Try some of the CBD’s cafes, restaurants and bars.
  • Go see koalas, kangaroos and other Australian animals at the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.
  • Take a train to the Gold Coast and spend the day exploring the golden beaches, restaurants and stores.


CAIRNS (2 NIGHTS)

  • Fly to Cairns.
  • Book a diving or snorkeling day tour to the Great Barrier Reef.
  • Party in the city's bars and nightclubs.
  • Walk on the esplanade.
  • Go to the Night Market.
  • Sunbathe on the beach.
  • If you're afraid of stepping foot in the water because of the marine life, go swim in Cairns Lagoon.


MELBOURNE (2 NIGHTS)

  • Fly to Melbourne.
  • Book a free walking tour of the city to get your bearings, learn about the city's history, and get some activities, restaurants, and bars suggestions.
  • Explore the alleys and lanes to find the most beautiful works of street art. Don't miss AC/DC Lane, Hosier Lane, Croft Alley, Rankins Lane, Duckboard Place and Caledonian Lane.
  • Stroll down Degraves Street.
  • Pass through some arcades. Places to see: Royal Arcade, The Block Arcade and Cathedral Arcade.
  • Taste some international foods or do a little shopping at the Queen Victoria Market.
  • Discover Fitzroy, Collingwood, South Wharf or Brunswick neighborhoods, their microbreweries, cafes and boutiques.
  • Art and culture lovers, take a stroll through the Southbank district.
  • Look at the multi-colored huts on St. Kilda Beach.
  • Visit the National Gallery of Victoria.
  • Learn more about Australian music at The Australian Music Vault exhibition.
  • Walk in the State Library Victoria.


SYDNEY (1 NIGHT)

  • Fly back to Sydney.
  • Catch your return flight.

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Street art homage to AC/DC in Melbourne, Australia

EAST COAST - SOUTH TO NORTH

 ARRIVE IN MELBOURNE

DEPART FROM MELBOURNE


MELBOURNE (3 NIGHTS) 

  • Book a free walking tour of the city to get your bearings, learn about the city's history, and get some activities, restaurants, and bars suggestions.
  • Explore the alleys and lanes to find the most beautiful works of street art. Don't miss AC/DC Lane, Hosier Lane, Croft Alley, Rankins Lane, Duckboard Place and Caledonian Lane.
  • Stroll down Degraves Street.
  • Pass through some arcades. Places to see: Royal Arcade, The Block Arcade and Cathedral Arcade.
  • Taste some international foods or do a little shopping at the Queen Victoria Market.
  • Discover Fitzroy, Collingwood, South Wharf or Brunswick neighborhoods, their microbreweries, cafes and boutiques.
  • Art and culture lovers, take a stroll through the Southbank district.
  • Look at the multi-colored huts on St. Kilda Beach.
  • Visit the National Gallery of Victoria.
  • Learn more about Australian music at The Australian Music Vault exhibition.
  • Walk in the State Library Victoria.


SYDNEY (3 NIGHTS)

  • Fly to Sydney.
  • Book a free walking tour of the city.
  • Walk around The Rocks, a historic neighborhood in Sydney.
  • On Saturday or Sunday, head to The Rocks Markets.
  • Book a day tour to the Blue Mountains or take the train to go there by yourself.
  • Take the bus and go swimming at Bondi Beach.
  • Buy a ferry ticket and relax on Manly Beach.
  • Try to get tickets for show at the famous Sydney Opera House. (Download the TodayTix app to try to get your hands on cheaper tickets).
  • Take a stroll around Darling Harbor and stop to eat in one of the restaurants or get a drink at a bar.


NIGHT BUS  (1 NIGHT)

  • Take a night bus to Byron Bay. You could also fly there (if you choose to take a plane, stay an extra night in Byron Bay).


BYRON BAY (PARTY PARADISE) (1 NIGHT)

  • Take a bus or a domestic flight to Byron Bay. If you take the bus, keep in mind that it's an overnight ride, so you'll have to spend one less night in Sydney.
  • Sing along with pianists and other backpackers at the Northern Hotel's piano bar. Fun time and sore throat guaranteed!
  • Party in one or more of the city's bars and nightclubs. Although I mostly spent my evenings at the piano bar, I also went to Woody's Surf Shack and Lovers Lane where I had a great time.

           **BRING YOUR PASSPORT (they'll ask for it at the door, no matter how old you are).

  • Take a surf lesson! Several surf schools offer group lessons. I went with Soul Surf School and loved my experience.
  • Enjoy Byron Bay’s beautiful beaches.
  • Watch dolphins and whales from the top of Cape Byron Lighthouse.
  • Rent snorkeling gear and go snorkeling.

       **For a great and affordable meal, try Orgasmic Food Byron Bay.


BRISBANE (1 NIGHT)

  • Take a bus to Brisbane.
  • Cross Victoria Bridge and explore South Bank.
  • Do the Rainforest Walk.
  • Try some of the CBD’s cafes, restaurants and bars.
  • Go see koalas, kangaroos and other Australian animals at the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.
  • Take a train to the Gold Coast and spend the day exploring the golden beaches, restaurants and stores.


CAIRNS (3 NIGHTS)

  • Fly to Cairns.
  • Book a diving or snorkeling day tour to the Great Barrier Reef.
  • Book a Daintree Rainforest Day Tour.
  • Party in the city's bars and nightclubs.
  • Walk on the esplanade.
  • Go to the Night Market.
  • Sunbathe on the beach.
  • If you're afraid of stepping foot in the water because of the marine life, go swim in Cairns Lagoon.
  • Take a ferry and spend a day exploring Fitzroy island.

**Book your ferry ticket in advance.

  • If you can get a car, explore the hiking trails and beautiful falls around Cairns.
  • If it fits in your budget, take the Kuranda Scenic Railway train to Kuranda Station and explore the hiking trails in Barron Gorge National Park.


MELBOURNE (1 NIGHT)

  • Fly back to Melbourne.
  • Take your return flight.

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