50 days in Australia & Bali Itinerary

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.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Sydney Harbour Circle Walk and Whale Beach. Get in touch with nature at Bronte Beach and The Gap Park. Change things up with these side-trips from Sydney: Avalon Beach (in Avalon Beach) and Mona Vale Beach (in Mona Vale). There's still lots to do: identify plant and animal life at Blues Point Reserve, kick back and relax at Camp Cove, stroll through Maroubra Beach, and indulge in your favorite hot beverage with Sydney by Kayak.

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Belo Horizonte, Brazil to Sydney is an approximately 26-hour flight. Traveling from Belo Horizonte to Sydney, you'll lose 13 hours due to the time zone difference. In December in Sydney, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 21°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Tue) early enough to travel to Byron Bay.

Named after Lord Byron's grandfather, Byron Bay is not only famous as the easternmost point of Australia, but even more so as one of the liveliest vacation spots in the country.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Hammer and Hand Byron Bay Jewellery and Metal Collective and Lone Goat Gallery. Visiting Pippi Beach and Blue Bay Divers will get you outdoors. Get out of town with these interesting Byron Bay side-trips: Lighthouse Beach (in Ballina), Victoria Park Nature Reserve (in Alstonville) and Teven Valley Golf Course (in Teven). There's much more to do: kick back and relax at Turners Beach, get interesting insight from Tours, stroll through Tallow Beach, and explore and take pictures at Broken Head Nature Reserve.

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Traveling by flight from Sydney to Byron Bay takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In December, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Sat) early enough to drive 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.

Get outdoors at Greenmount Beach and Rainbow Bay. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Gold Coast Skydive and Go Ballooning. Get out of town with these interesting Gold Coast side-trips: Old St Stephen's Catholic Church (Pugin Chapel) (in Brisbane) and Daisy Hill Conservation Park (in Daisy Hill). There's lots more to do: look for all kinds of wild species at David Fleay Wildlife Park, explore the activities along Tallebudgera Creek, tee off at Surfers Paradise Golf Club, and find your balance on the water with Gold Coast Paddlesports.

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Traveling by car from Byron Bay to Gold Coast takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In December in Gold Coast, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 22°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Noosa.

Known for its "green" development and north-facing beach, Noosa is a natural getaway.

You'll get in some beach time at Bulcock Beach and Maroochydore Beach. Get a sense of the local culture at Queensland Air Museum and Sunshine Coast Craft Beer Tours. Venture out of the city with trips to Marcoola (Marcoola Beach & Skydive Noosa), Caloundra (Moffat Beach & Dicky Beach) and Coolum Beach (Lows Lookout & Mount Coolum). And it doesn't end there: indulge in some personalized pampering at Essential Bodywork, take a tour by water with Noosa River & Canal Cruises, look for all kinds of wild species at Point Cartwright, and explore the wealth of natural beauty at Tewantin National Park.

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Getting from Gold Coast to Noosa by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of train and bus; or take a shuttle. You'll have a few hours on the 1st (Fri) to wrap things up before traveling to Melbourne.

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

Do some cultural sightseeing at Rippon Lea Estate and McClelland Gallery & Sculpture Park. Get in touch with nature at Chelsea Beach and Warrandyte State Park. Explore Melbourne's surroundings by going to Punt Road Wines (in Coldstream), Seaford Foreshore Reserve (in Seaford) and Maroondah Reservoir Park (in Healesville). And it doesn't end there: scramble along the landscape with Rap Jumping, see the interesting displays at Victoria Police Museum, see the world from above with a helicopter tour, and identify plant and animal life at Blackburn Lake Sanctuary.

To find photos, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Melbourne online sightseeing planner.

Traveling by flight from Noosa to Melbourne takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or do a combination of bus and train. In January, daily temperatures in Melbourne can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Wed) so you can travel to Alice Springs.

Situated right in the heart of Australia, Alice Springs serves as an urban oasis deep within the country’s parched, desert-like Red Center.

Visiting Pyndan Camel Tracks and Tjoritja/West MacDonnell National Park will get you outdoors. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Simpsons Gap and Araluen Cultural Precinct. And it doesn't end there: head outdoors with Ellery Creek Big Hole, explore the world behind art at Mbantua Fine Art Gallery, take in the dramatic natural features at The Emily and Jessie Gaps Nature Park, and take an in-depth tour of Aboriginal Australia Culture Centre.

To find reviews, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Alice Springs trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Melbourne to Alice Springs takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Melbourne to Alice Springs is minus 0.5 hours. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Melbourne in January: high temperatures in Alice Springs hover around 41°C and lows are around 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 12th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel to Kuta.

Formerly a sleepy fishing village, the beach resort town of Kuta now represents one of Indonesia's most popular tourist destinations.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Wed): indulge in some personalized pampering at Jamu Wellness, then see some colorful creatures with Bali Aqua Diving, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Tegal Wangi Beach. On the 14th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: stroll through Gunung Payung Beach and then kick back and relax at Mengiat Beach.

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Explore your travel options from Alice Springs to Kuta with the Route module. The time zone difference when traveling from Alice Springs to Kuta is minus 1.5 hours. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Alice Springs in January: highs in Kuta hover around 36°C, while lows dip to 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Padangbai.

Often overlooked as nothing more than a place to catch the ferry to Lombok or a fast boat to Gilis, Padangbai has a laid-back charm of its own.

On the 15th (Fri), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Silayuki Temple, then explore the activities along Padang Bai Fishing Village, and then indulge in some personalized pampering at Green Spa at OK Divers Resort. Keep things going the next day: kick back and relax at Kusamba Beach, trek along Guungan Hill, and then stop by Mendira House.

To find traveler tips, reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Padangbai trip planner.

You can drive from Kuta to Padangbai in 1.5 hours. Another option is to drive. Expect a daytime high around 36°C in January, and nighttime lows around 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sat) so you can drive to Amed.

A snaking coastline and quaint, sleepy fishing villages characterize Amed, a stretch of shorefront with seven villages in Bali's east.

Kick off your visit on the 17th (Sun): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Puri Agung Karangasem, explore the striking landscape at Asah Hill, and then kick back and relax at Tulamben Beach. On your second day here, kick back and relax at Lipah Beach, relax and rejuvenate at some of the top local wellness centers, and then identify plant and animal life at East Amed Reef Tours.

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Traveling by car from Padangbai to Amed takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In January, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 28°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Mon) so you can travel to Nusa Lembongan.

The island of Nusa Lembongan sits amidst swathes of calm, clear waters as well as some of the most notable surfing waves in the region.

Start off your visit on the 19th (Tue): enjoy the sand and surf at Mushroom Beach and then enjoy the sand and surf at Selambung Beach. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 20th (Wed): enjoy the sand and surf at Jungut Batu Beach and then paddle through the water with Lembongan Water Sport.

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You can do a combination of taxi and ferry from Amed to Nusa Lembongan in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and ferry. In January, daytime highs in Nusa Lembongan are 36°C, while nighttime lows are 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel to Nusa Penida.

The bounty of pristine white-sand beaches and turquoise lagoons bordered by emerald green hills, unique cliff formations, and colorful reefs is what draws most travelers to Nusa Penida.

On the 21st (Thu), discover the deep blue sea with Dune Karma and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Diamond Beach. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Pura Segara Kidul, explore the stunning scenery at Tembeling Beach and Forest, and then soothe aching muscles at Sanctuary Yoga.

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Traveling by ferry from Nusa Lembongan to Nusa Penida takes 2 hours. In January, daily temperatures in Nusa Penida can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Fri) early enough to travel to Ubud.

Experience small-town Bali in Ubud, an atmospheric town surrounded by small settlements, farms, and rice paddies.

Start off your visit on the 23rd (Sat): view the masterpieces at TAKSU Photo Gallery, then learn about winemaking at Sababay Winery, and then kick back and relax at Keramas Beach. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 24th (Sun): indulge in some personalized pampering at Titi Batu Ubud Club, discover the deep blue sea with NEWbali, and then take in the exciting artwork at Threads of Life.

To see maps, traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Ubud trip maker app.

Getting from Nusa Penida to Ubud by ferry takes about 2 hours. Other options: do a combination of ferry and bus. In January, daily temperatures in Ubud can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel back home.