24 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.

Museum-lovers will appreciate National Gallery of Victoria and Federation Square. Do some cultural sightseeing at Melbourne Central and Amour of the Grape Tours. Take a break from Melbourne with a short trip to The Great Ocean Road in Torquay, about 1h 35 min away. Next up on the itinerary: take in nature's colorful creations at Royal Botanic Gardens, see where the action happens at Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), examine the collection at Australian Sports Museum, and view the masterpieces at Bulleen Art and Garden.

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Melbourne is an approximately 16.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Gulf Standard Time (GST) to Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) is 6 hours. Prepare for little chillier weather when traveling from Dubai in March: high temperatures in Melbourne hover around 78°F and lows are around 56°F. You'll set off for Sydney on the 8th (Fri).

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.

Attractions like Sydney Opera House and Bondi to Coogee Walk make great kid-friendly stops. Relax by the water at Bondi Beach and Manly Beach. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Sydney: Faulconbridge (Corridor of Oaks & Norman Lindsay Gallery & Museum), After Dark Nature Tours (in Manly) and Katoomba (Blue Mountains Cultural Centre, Katoomba Cascades, &more). Spend the 13th (Wed) exploring nature at Bouddi National Park. There's lots more to do: wander the streets of Darling Harbour, browse the exhibits of Brett Whiteley Studio, examine the collection at Australian National Maritime Museum, and take in the views from Sydney Harbour Bridge.

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You can fly from Melbourne to Sydney in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. Traveling from Melbourne in March, Sydney is a bit warmer at night with lows of 66°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Perth.

A modern metropolis of glassy skyscrapers, waterside boulevards, and lush residential neighborhoods, Perth sits on the edge of the Swan Coastal Plain.

Visit Cottesloe Beach and Scarborough Beach for some beach relaxation. Kids will appreciate attractions like Fremantle Prison and Adam Monk Photography Gallery. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Perth: Fremantle Markets (in Fremantle) and Dolphin & Whale Watching (in Mandurah). Dedicate the 16th (Sat) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's much more to do: stroll around Kings Park and Botanic Garden, browse the exhibits of Glen Cowans' Studio at the Roundhouse, view the masterpieces at Aspects of Kings Park, and explore the activities along Swan River.

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Traveling by flight from Sydney to Perth takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. The time zone changes from Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) to Australian Western Standard Time (AWST), which is usually a -2 hour difference. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Sydney in March: highs in Perth hover around 85°F, while lows dip to 61°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Sun) to allow time to fly to Adelaide.

Adelaide exists contentedly as a cultured, diverse, and attractive city with a laid-back center, leafy residential districts, and an underlying cosmopolitan atmosphere.

Get outdoors at Cleland Wildlife Park and Aldinga Beach. For shopping fun, head to Heysen The Cedars or The Parade Norwood. Explore Adelaide's surroundings by going to Carrickalinga Beach (in Carrickalinga) and Gorge Wildlife Park (in Cudlee Creek). Dedicate the 20th (Wed) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's lots more to do: admire the masterpieces at Art Gallery of South Australia, get engrossed in the history at Migration Museum, examine the collection at Santos Museum of Economic Botany, and take a stroll through Rundle Mall.

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You can fly from Perth to Adelaide in 4.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. The time zone difference moving from Australian Western Standard Time to Australian Central Standard Time is 1.5 hours. Traveling from Perth in March, you will find days in Adelaide are slightly colder (79°F), and nights are about the same (60°F). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sat) to allow time to fly to Melbourne.

Let the collections at Melbourne Museum and Federation Square capture your imagination. Visiting YCW Beach and Brighton Beach will get you outdoors. Change things up with these side-trips from Melbourne: Sandringham Harbour Beach (in Sandringham) and Cowes (Tyde & Cowes Beach). Dedicate the 25th (Mon) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. Explore Melbourne further: catch a live event at Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), get the lay of the land with Walking tours, pause for some photo ops at Shrine of Remembrance, and enjoy the sand and surf at Cape Woolamai Beach.

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Traveling by flight from Adelaide to Melbourne takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 0.5 hours traveling from Adelaide to Melbourne. On the 27th (Wed), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.