47 days in Australia & New Zealand Itinerary
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Start: San Francisco, United States
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Sydney, Australia
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Auckland, New Zealand
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Queenstown, New Zealand
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Melbourne, Australia
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Sydney, Australia
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End: San Francisco, United States
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Sydney, Australia — 14 nights
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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.We've included these beaches for you: Terrigal Beach and Port Kembla Beach. Your inner history buff will appreciate Nan Tien Temple and The Rocks Discovery Museum. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Sydney: Avoca Beach (in Terrigal), Shelly Beach Golf Club (in Shelly Beach) and The Entrance Heritage Walk (in The Entrance). Spend the 19th (Sun) exploring nature at Blue Mountains National Park Glenbrook. There's much more to do: head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, let the kids burn off some steam at Blackbutt Reserve, get to know the fascinating history of The National Pass, and trek along Grand Canyon track.
For where to stay, ratings, reviews, and tourist information, use the Sydney trip planner.
San Francisco, USA to Sydney is an approximately 16.5-hour flight. Traveling from San Francisco to Sydney, you'll lose 18 hours due to the time zone difference. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from San Francisco in March; daily highs in Sydney reach 79°F and lows reach 66°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Thu) so you can fly to Auckland.
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Auckland, New Zealand — 5 nights
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City of Sails
The largest and most populous city in New Zealand, Auckland combines a rich history and thriving contemporary culture in an abundance of museums, art galleries, and performance venues.Step out of the city life by going to Muriwai Gannet Colony and Orewa Beach. Get some historical perspective at Howick Historical Village and Holy Trinity Cathedral. Explore Auckland's surroundings by going to Warkworth (Snells Beach, Of Hand & Heart, &more), Orewa – Te Ara Tahuna Estuary Cycleway (in Orewa) and Kitekite Falls (in Piha). Next up on the itinerary: tour the pleasant surroundings at Brick Bay Sculpture Trail, kick back and relax at Browns Bay Beach, learn about all things military at Auckland Museum, and stroll around Karekare Beach.
For photos, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Auckland trip site.
You can fly from Sydney to Auckland in 6.5 hours. You'll lose 2 hours traveling from Sydney to Auckland due to the time zone difference. While traveling from Sydney, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Auckland, ranging from highs of 67°F to lows of 67°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Wed) so you can catch the flight to Queenstown.
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Queenstown, New Zealand — 5 nights
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Shallow Bay
Sheltered in an inlet of Lake Wakatipu, the resort town of Queenstown enjoys a strong reputation for its adventuring and skiing opportunities.Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Mount Iron Track and The Chasm Walk. Family-friendly places like Ben Lomond Track and Off-Road Tours will thrill your kids. Explore Queenstown's surroundings by going to Wanaka (Outside Sports Wanaka, Wanaka Lavender Farm, &more). And it doesn't end there: get to know the fascinating history of Arrowtown Chinese Settlement, take a pleasant ride with a tour on horseback, tour the pleasant surroundings at Mirror Lakes Walk, and grab your bike and head to Queenstown Trail.
To see reviews, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Queenstown trip planner.
You can fly from Auckland to Queenstown in 3.5 hours. Another option is to do a combination of car and ferry. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Mon) to allow time to fly to Melbourne.
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Melbourne, Australia — 16 nights
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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.Eschew the tourist crowds and head to St. Patrick's Cathedral and St Paul's Cathedral. Get in touch with nature at Ballarat Wildlife Park and Phillip Island Wildlife Park. Get out of town with these interesting Melbourne side-trips: Jirrahlinga Dingo Conservation & Wildlife Education Centre (in Chewton), Split Point Lighthouse (in Aireys Inlet) and Bells Beach (in Torquay). There's still lots to do: enjoy the sand and surf at Eastern Beach Reserve, tour the pleasant surroundings at Brighton Beach, admire the masterpieces at ArtVo, and take in the dramatic scenery at Steavenson Falls.
To see more things to do, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Melbourne day trip planning site.
Traveling by flight from Queenstown to Melbourne takes 6.5 hours. Traveling from Queenstown to Melbourne, you'll gain 2 hours due to the time zone difference. In April, daytime highs in Melbourne are 68°F, while nighttime lows are 50°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Sydney.
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Sydney, Australia — 4 nights
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The Harbour City
Attractions like Sydney Opera House and Bondi Beach make great kid-friendly stops. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Manly Scenic Walkway and Shelly Beach. See even more of Sydney: kick back and relax at Bronte Beach, take a stroll through Darling Harbour, get to know the fascinating history of The Rocks, and look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Areas.
To find reviews, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Sydney road trip app.
Fly from Melbourne to Sydney in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Melbourne in April, plan for a bit warmer nights in Sydney, with lows around 59°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) so you can catch the flight back home.
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To find reviews, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Sydney road trip app.
Fly from Melbourne to Sydney in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Melbourne in April, plan for a bit warmer nights in Sydney, with lows around 59°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) so you can catch the flight back home.
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Australia travel guide
Australia is a country of breathtaking beauty and unforgettable adventure. From coast to coast you’ll find ancient rainforests, towering cities, stunning outback landscapes and white sand beaches. It’s not only the scenery that varies here, but also the lifestyle. Lay back and relax within a coastal paradise, explore the bustling laneways of a lively metropolis, or feed your sense of adventure in the most remote and remarkable pockets of the country. Whether you’re connecting with Aboriginal culture, tasting seafood straight from the ocean, or diving with gentle whale sharks, you’ll discover why there’s nothing like Australia.
New Zealand travel guide
Land of the Long White Cloud
Far-flung New Zealand has become known for its astounding topography, singular biodiversity, varied climate, and for marrying native Maori and post-colonial European cultures on its two main islands and the multitude of smaller landmasses dotted around them. Free-spirited New Zealanders cultivate a love of sports, sustainability, and the outdoors. Far from other landmasses, the islands existed for millions of years before being inhabited by humans, so an abundance of species have come to thrive in the thick, wild rainforest, vast and rugged backland, and extensive surrounding marine areas. While much of New Zealand tourism centers around adventures through this spectacular scenery, take time to explore the nation's rich cultural heritage as well. The traditions and history of the Maoris, and the industry and internationalism of the descendents of the first European settlers endure in fascinating attractions, ranging from museums, to farms, to places of worship.
