60 days in South Pacific & Asia Itinerary
60 days in South Pacific & Asia Itinerary
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Start: Manchester, United Kingdom
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Cairns, Australia
— 6 nights
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Brisbane, Australia
— 6 nights
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Noosa, Australia
— 6 nights
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Sydney, Australia
— 7 nights
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Melbourne, Australia
— 7 nights
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Fly to Ngurah Rai, Foot to Denpasar Airport, Bus to Sanur, Ferry to Nusa Penida
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Nusa Penida, Indonesia
— 5 nights
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Ferry to Bangsal, Drive to Senggigi, Bus to Lombok International Airport, Foot to Lombok, Fly to Singapore Changi
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Singapore, Singapore
— 6 nights
Fly to Langkawi, Ferry to Ko Lipe
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Ko Lipe, Thailand
— 1 night
Ferry
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Ko Lanta, Thailand
— 3 nights
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Ko Phi Phi Don, Thailand
— 2 nights
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Patong, Thailand
— 2 nights
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Fly to Koh Samui, Bus to Bangrak, Ferry to Ko Pha Ngan
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Ko Pha Ngan, Thailand
— 4 nights
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Ferry to Bangrak, Bus to Koh Samui, Fly to Suvarnabhumi
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Bangkok, Thailand
— 3 nights
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Cairns, Australia
— 6 nights
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The Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef
A neat, cosmopolitan city of shaded plazas and laid-back neighborhoods, Cairns serves as a popular base for exploration of the surrounding region and the Great Barrier Reef, as well as a center for watersport activities like surfing or waterskiing.Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Mossman Gorge Centre and Michaelmas Cay. Relax by the water at Palm Cove Beach and Trinity Beach. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Cairns: Hartley's Crocodile Adventures (in Wangetti), Australian Butterfly Sanctuary (in Kuranda) and Port Douglas (St Mary’s by The Sea chapel, Port Douglas Court House Museum, &more). There's much more to do: discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, take a memorable tour with Tours, and indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas.
For photos, maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Cairns road trip website.
Manchester, UK to Cairns is an approximately 23.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) to Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) is 10 hours. In June, Cairns is somewhat warmer than Manchester - with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Tue) so you can travel to Brisbane.
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Brisbane, Australia
— 6 nights

Australia's New World City
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.Explore hidden gems such as Burleigh Heads Beach and Kurrawa Beach. Your itinerary includes some good beach time at Kirra Beach and Burleigh Head National Park. Venture out of the city with trips to Zipline (in Gold Coast), Coolangatta (Coolangatta Beach & Greenmount Beach) and Robina Town Centre (in Robina). Spend the 14th (Mon) exploring nature at Springbrook National Park. Next up on the itinerary: admire the masterpieces at Gallery of Modern Art, examine the collection at Museum of Brisbane, relax in the rural setting at Tropical Fruit World, and steep yourself in history at Boggo Road Gaol (Jail).
To see maps, photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, read our Brisbane trip app.
Getting from Cairns to Brisbane by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Traveling from Cairns in June, expect Brisbane to be a bit cooler, temps between 24°C and 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Mon) early enough to drive to Noosa.
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Noosa, Australia
— 6 nights

Known for its "green" development and north-facing beach, Noosa is a natural getaway.Escape the urban bustle at Noosa National Park and Scuba & Snorkeling. Explore hidden gems such as Mooloolaba Beach and Noosa River. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Noosa: Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve (in Maleny), Buderim Forest Park (in Buderim) and Kondalilla Falls (in Montville). The adventure continues: kick back and relax at Peregian Beach, look for gifts at Watermelon Red, tour the pleasant surroundings at Maroochydore Beach, and take in the dramatic natural features at Carlo Sand Blow.
To see where to stay and other tourist information, you can read our Noosa trip itinerary planner.
Getting from Brisbane to Noosa by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Sun) to allow time to travel to Sydney.
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Sydney, Australia
— 7 nights

The Harbour City
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.St. Mary's Cathedral and The Rocks are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Discover out-of-the-way places like Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park and Wentworth Falls Lookout. Get out of town with these interesting Sydney side-trips: The National Pass (in Blue Mountains National Park), Shelly Beach (in Manly) and Katoomba (Blue Mountains, The Three Sisters, &more). Next up on the itinerary: admire the masterpieces at Art Gallery of New South Wales, race across the water with a speed boat tour, head outdoors with Watsons Bay, and brush up on your military savvy at Anzac Memorial.
To find other places to visit, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Sydney day trip tool.
You can fly from Noosa to Sydney in 6 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In June in Sydney, expect temperatures between 21°C during the day and 11°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Sun) so you can travel to Melbourne.
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Melbourne, Australia
— 7 nights

Australia's Garden City
The state of Victoria crown jewel, Melbourne boasts shaded streets, leafy residential neighborhoods, vibrant street life, and a picturesque city center.Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Bendigo Art Gallery and St. Patrick's Cathedral. Get outdoors at Dandenong Ranges National Park and Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park. Get out of town with these interesting Melbourne side-trips: Bendigo (Golden Dragon Museum & Post Office Gallery (Bendigo Art Gallery)) and Ballarat (Art Gallery of Ballarat & Sovereign Hill). And it doesn't end there: explore the world behind art at ArtVo, take a stroll through Degraves Street, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St Paul's Cathedral, and take an in-depth tour of Immigration Museum.
To see reviews, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Melbourne trip itinerary planning app.
Traveling by flight from Sydney to Melbourne takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In June, Melbourne is little chillier than Sydney - with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. On the 4th (Sun), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Nusa Penida.
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Nusa Penida, Indonesia
— 5 nights

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.Visiting Kelingking Beach and Atuh Beach will get you outdoors. Discover out-of-the-way places like Angel's Billabong and Gamat Bay. And it doesn't end there: kick back and relax at Lumangan Beach, explore the stunning scenery at Tembeling Beach and Forest, stroll through Pasih Uug Beach, and admire the sheer force of Seganing Waterfall.
To find maps and more tourist information, use the Nusa Penida trip planning site.
Traveling by combination of flight, bus, and ferry from Melbourne to Nusa Penida takes 11.5 hours. Traveling from Melbourne to Nusa Penida, you'll gain 2 hours due to the time zone difference. Plan for much hotter temperatures traveling from Melbourne in July, with highs in Nusa Penida at 34°C and lows at 28°C. You will have some time to spend on the 9th (Fri) before leaving for Singapore.
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Singapore, Singapore
— 6 nights

Lion City
A Singapore vacation reveals the many charms of a leading city-state and regional hub of culture, retail, and tourism.Escape the urban bustle at MacRitchie Nature Trail and Singapore River. Visit East Coast Park and Tanjong Beach for some beach relaxation. Step out of Singapore with an excursion to Sentosa Boardwalk in Sentosa Island--about 32 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: explore the galleries of Battlebox, identify plant and animal life at Jurong Bird Park, stop by Chinatown, and see the interesting displays at Peranakan Museum.
To find reviews, maps, ratings, and tourist information, read our Singapore itinerary app.
You can do a combination of ferry, car, bus, and flight from Nusa Penida to Singapore in 12.5 hours. When traveling from Nusa Penida in July, plan for somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Singapore: temperatures range from 38°C by day to 30°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Thu) early enough to travel to Ko Lipe.
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Ko Lipe, Thailand
— 1 night
With a name that means "Paper Island" in the local Chao Ley language, Ko Lipe is known for its white sand beaches, historical villages, and diving attractions.Start off your visit on the 16th (Fri): head off the coast to Ko Lipe, discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Sunrise Beach.
To find more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Ko Lipe online trip itinerary maker.
Traveling by combination of flight and ferry from Singapore to Ko Lipe takes 7.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus, train, and ferry; or do a combination of bus, train, and ferry. In July in Ko Lipe, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 29°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Fri) to allow enough time to ride a ferry to Ko Lanta.
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Ko Lanta, Thailand
— 3 nights

Ko Lanta remains an ideal place for relaxing holidays off the west coast of mainland Thailand.Escape the urban bustle at Scuba & Snorkeling and Lanta Klong Nin Beach. Your itinerary includes some good beach time at Kantiang Bay and Phra Ae Beach. There's much more to do: enjoy the sand and surf at Long Beach, tour the pleasant surroundings at Lanta Animal Welfare, head outdoors with Ko Ha Yai, and get to know the fascinating history of Lanta Old Town.
Quickly create a custom-made itinerary for Ko Lanta using our trip planner.
You can ride a ferry from Ko Lipe to Ko Lanta in 4 hours. The time zone changes from Malaysia Time (MYT) to Indochina Time (ICT), which is usually a -1 hour difference. July in Ko Lanta sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 27°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Mon) to allow enough time to ride a ferry to Ko Phi Phi Don.
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Ko Phi Phi Don, Thailand
— 2 nights

Find your inner peace on Ko Phi Phi Don, the largest island in the eponymous archipelago.On the 20th (Tue), kick back and relax at Laem Tong Bay, then kick back and relax at Nui Beach, then see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, and finally make a trip to Koh Phi Phi Viewpoint. On the 21st (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: enjoy the sand and surf at Long Beach, then Head underground at Ko Phi Phi Le, and then see the vivid underwater world at Ko Bida Nok.
For maps, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Ko Phi Phi Don tour planning site.
Getting from Ko Lanta to Ko Phi Phi Don by ferry takes about 1.5 hours. In July in Ko Phi Phi Don, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 28°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Wed) so you can travel to Patong.
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Patong, Thailand
— 2 nights

Take advantage of nighttime entertainment and daytime relaxation on a Patong vacation.On the 22nd (Thu), see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, explore and take pictures at Nai Harn Beach, then take some stellar pictures from Chaithararam Temple (Wat Chalong), and finally indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas. On the next day, enjoy the sand and surf at Banana Beach and then kick back and relax at Patong Beach.
To see maps and more tourist information, go to the Patong travel route planner.
Traveling by ferry from Ko Phi Phi Don to Patong takes 3 hours. In July, daily temperatures in Patong can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Fri) early enough to travel to Ko Pha Ngan.
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Ko Pha Ngan, Thailand
— 4 nights

Ko Phangan vacations serve as an ideal escape for backpackers and other spontaneous travelers.You'll discover tucked-away gems like Bottle Beach and Thong Nai Pan Noi. Visit Salad Beach and Mae Haad Beach for some beach relaxation. Next up on the itinerary: indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, explore the striking landscape of Thansadej Koh Phangan National Park, tour the pleasant surroundings at Haad Yao Beach, and get outside with Khao Ra.
For more things to do, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Ko Pha Ngan trip planner.
Do a combination of flight, bus, and ferry from Patong to Ko Pha Ngan in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and ferry; or take a bus. July in Ko Pha Ngan sees daily highs of 38°C and lows of 31°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Tue) to allow time to travel to Bangkok.
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Bangkok, Thailand
— 3 nights

City of Angels
Enjoy cultural, historical, and culinary exploration during your holiday in Bangkok, the capital of Thailand and the most populous city in the country.On the 28th (Wed), steep yourself in history at The Grand Palace, then make a trip to Wat Pho, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun), and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Traimit). On the 29th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: delve into the distant past at Wat Phra Sri Sanphet and then don't miss a visit to Historic City of Ayutthaya.
For other places to visit, traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Bangkok online trip maker.
You can do a combination of ferry, bus, and flight from Ko Pha Ngan to Bangkok in 5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of ferry and train. In July in Bangkok, expect temperatures between 39°C during the day and 30°C at night. On the 30th (Fri), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.
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