13 days in Sydney & Melbourne 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.

Change things up with these side-trips from Sydney: The Three Sisters (in Katoomba), Leura (Leura Mall & Saint Bonaventure's Church) and Wentworth Falls Lookout (in Wentworth Falls). Next up on the itinerary: take a stroll through Darling Harbour, tour the pleasant surroundings at Bondi to Coogee Walk, visit The Rocks, and examine the collection at Australian National Maritime Museum.

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New Delhi, India to Sydney is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 4.5 hours traveling from New Delhi to Sydney. When traveling from New Delhi in January, plan for somewhat warmer days in Sydney, with highs around 32°C, while nights are much warmer with lows around 23°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly to Melbourne.

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

Take a break from Melbourne with a short trip to The Great Ocean Road in Torquay, about 1h 35 min away. Dedicate the 16th (Mon) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's still lots to do: take in nature's colorful creations at Royal Botanic Gardens, take in panoramic vistas at Eureka Skydeck, see the interesting displays at Melbourne Museum, and tour the pleasant surroundings at St. Kilda Beach.

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Traveling by flight from Sydney to Melbourne takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect little chillier evenings in Melbourne when traveling from Sydney in January, with lows around 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 18th (Wed) to allow time for the flight back home.