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16 Day Australia Itinerary, incl. Sydney and Great Barrier Reef
A 16-day Australian journey stretches from Sydney Harbor cruise to Brisbane's South Bank precinct. The route covers 11 destinations including Cairns for Great Barrier Reef, Melbourne for Great Ocean Road, and Uluru's sacred Aboriginal sites, with 20 meals and luxury accommodations.
- Days 1-3
Sydney & Blue Mountains
Start at Bondi Beach before 9 AM to watch local surfers. Take your Opera House tour in late afternoon when the crowds thin out and the lighting is better for photos. A past visitor shared: "The harbor cruise was a highlight, but book the 2 PM sailing for the best light on the Bridge." Plan a full day for the Blue Mountains and get to Featherdale Wildlife Park early before the tour buses roll in.
- Days 4-5
Uluru (Ayers Rock)
- Days 6-9
Melbourne & Great Ocean Road
Explore Melbourne's laneways after 10 AM when Hardware Lane's coffee scene comes alive. Set aside a full day for the Great Ocean Road. Leave Melbourne early to beat the crowds at the Twelve Apostles. One traveler noted: "The Loch Ard Gorge was actually more impressive than the Twelve Apostles—spend extra time there."
- Days 10-12
Cairns & Great Barrier Reef
- Days 13-16
Brisbane & Sunshine Coast
17 Day Australia East Coast Itinerary, incl. Sydney and Cairns
A 17-day tour across East Australia visits 12 destinations from Sydney Harbor to Cairns. The route winds through Lamington National Park's rainforests, includes 2-night Whitsundays sailing, and offers cultural insights with First Nations guides at Mungalla Station.
- Days 1-2
Sydney & Port Macquarie
Start your adventure in Sydney with visits to the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. On day 2 drive north to Port Macquarie. Stop at Crowdy Bay National Park to walk the Mermaid Lookout Track. Plan to arrive in the mid-afternoon for the best lighting for photos. The viewpoint is perfect for spotting whales and dolphins.
- Days 3-5
Byron Bay Region
Visit the Koala Hospital in Port Macquarie before heading to Byron Bay. Book an early morning paddleboarding session with the Gumbaynggirr community to avoid afternoon winds. Get to Australia's most easterly point by 5:30 AM in summer for sunrise. Take the Cape Byron Lighthouse walk in the morning when dolphins are most active.
- Days 6-8
Brisbane & Gold Coast
- Days 9-11
Noosa & Sunshine Coast
- Days 12-14
Whitsundays & Magnetic Island
- Days 15-17
Mission Beach & Cairns
16 Day Australia & Fiji Itinerary, incl. Sydney and Great Barrier Reef
A 16-day Australian adventure spans Brisbane, Cairns, Melbourne, and Sydney. Stops include Australia Zoo, Great Barrier Reef snorkeling, Kuranda Scenic Railway rides, and Blue Mountains exploration, followed by time in Fiji.
- Days 1-4
Brisbane & Surrounds
Arrive in Brisbane before 3 PM to explore the riverside South Bank precinct. Head to Australia Zoo on day 2 via early shuttle. You'll need about 6 hours to see all the wildlife shows. Visit Tamborine Mountain and the Glow Worm Cave. Pack a light jacket since the caves stay cool. The Byron Bay trip takes 10 hours so bring snacks and water.
- Days 5-7
Cairns & Great Barrier Reef
Take a 3-hour flight to tropical Cairns. The Barrier Reef cruise leaves the Marina at 8 AM. If you get seasick easily take motion sickness tablets. A recent visitor noted: "The morning snorkel spot had better visibility before the afternoon winds picked up." For the best Kuranda experience take the scenic railway up and cable car down.
- Days 8-9
Melbourne Region
- Days 10-12
Sydney Highlights
Start early for the full-day Blue Mountains tour. Wear comfortable shoes for walking the Scenic World trails. Visit the Opera House first thing before crowds arrive then head to Bondi Beach when the cafes are busy. Take in stunning nighttime views of the Bridge and Opera House on the harbour dinner cruise.
- Days 13-16
Fiji Finale
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