17 days in Australia Itinerary

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

Escape Discovery Adventures has been added to your itinerary. And it doesn't end there: admire the natural beauty at Royal Botanic Gardens, see the interesting displays at Melbourne Museum, enjoy breathtaking views from Eureka Skydeck, and learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Melbourne Zoo.

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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from your home destination to Melbourne. In December, daytime highs in Melbourne are 30°C, while nighttime lows are 14°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 29th (Sun) early enough to travel 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.

Sydney is known for nightlife, beaches, and parks. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: snap pictures at Sydney Harbour Bridge, wander the streets of The Rocks, look for gifts at Sydney Fish Market, and stop by Darling Harbour.

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Traveling by flight from Melbourne to Sydney takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Melbourne in December, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in Sydney, with lows of 21°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 1st (Wed) to allow time for travel to Gold Coast.

A city of towering skyscrapers, sandy beaches, and tree-lined streets, Gold Coast has an unpretentious air complemented by a citywide focus on sports and the arts.

On the 2nd (Thu), enjoy breathtaking views from SkyPoint Observation Deck and then enjoy the sand and surf at Surfers Paradise Beach.

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Traveling by flight from Sydney to Gold Coast takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In January, daytime highs in Gold Coast are 33°C, while nighttime lows are 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Fri) to allow time to drive 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, wildlife, and museums. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: walk around South Bank Parklands, look for all kinds of wild species at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, and take in nature's colorful creations at Roma Street Parkland.

To see where to stay, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Brisbane trip planner.

Drive from Gold Coast to Brisbane in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In January in Brisbane, expect temperatures between 34°C during the day and 25°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 6th (Mon) to allow time for travel to Melbourne.

Kick off your visit on the 7th (Tue): make a trip to Block Arcade, observe the fascinating underwater world at SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium, and then make a trip to Southbank.

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You can fly from Brisbane to Melbourne in 4.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Brisbane in January, expect little chillier with lows of 17°C in Melbourne. You will leave for home on the 8th (Wed).