31 days in Australia 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.

Your list of things to see and do now includes The Rocks Walking Tours, Bondi to Coogee Walk, WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo, and other attractions. There's still lots to do: kick back and relax at Bondi Beach, enjoy breathtaking views from Sydney Tower Eye Observation Deck, and take in the pleasant sights at The Opera House to the Botanic Gardens Walk.

To find where to stay, ratings, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Sydney road trip tool.

Dunedin, New Zealand to Sydney is an approximately 8.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Dunedin to Sydney is minus 2 hours. In June, daytime highs in Sydney are 21°C, while nighttime lows are 11°C. You'll have a few hours on the 14th (Wed) to wrap things up before traveling to Newcastle.

While Newcastle is known for its coal exports, it's also made a name for itself with a cultural boom.

You've added King Edward Park, Newcastle Ocean Baths, Nobbys Head, and other attractions to your itinerary. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Horseshoe Beach and Newcastle Beach.

To find where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, use the Newcastle tour planner.

Traveling by train from Sydney to Newcastle takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or take a train. June in Newcastle sees daily highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C at night. On the 19th (Mon), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Port Macquarie.

Known for its numerous beaches and resident koala population, Port Macquarie offers visitors a welcoming environment in which to unwind.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Port Macquarie Museum, Tacking Point Lighthouse and Glasshouse Port Macquarie. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Flynns Book Cafe and Port Macquarie Historic Court House.

To find other places to visit, maps, photos, and other tourist information, read our Port Macquarie holiday app.

You can drive from Newcastle to Port Macquarie in 3 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of train and flight. Traveling from Newcastle in June, expect nights in Port Macquarie to be about the same, around 12°C, while days are little chillier, around 15°C. On the 24th (Sat), you're off to Coffs Harbour.

Nestled between the mountains and the ocean, Coffs Harbour is one of the larger cities in New South Wales.

Your list of things to see and do now includes Forest Sky Pier, The Clog Barn, Dolphin Marine Conservation Park, and other attractions. You'll get in some beach time at Solitary Islands Coastal Walk and Emerald Beach. Escape the urban bustle at Moonee Beach Nature Reserve and Park Beach. There's still lots to do: play a few rounds at Coffs Harbour Golf Club, don't miss a visit to Cunningham’s Big Bunch, relax and rejuvenate at Springloaded, and browse the different shops at Coffs Central Shopping Centre.

To find where to stay, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, use the Coffs Harbour trip itinerary maker app.

Traveling by car from Port Macquarie to Coffs Harbour takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Port Macquarie in June, expect nights in Coffs Harbour to be about the same, around 11°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 22°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 29th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Surfers Paradise.

The main appeal of Surfer’s Paradise can be identified from its name alone.

You've added Surfers Paradise Beach, The Wax Museum Gold Coast, Infinity Attraction, and other attractions to your itinerary. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Coolangatta Beach and Chris Cunningham Park. Change things up with these side-trips from Surfers Paradise: Coolangatta (Captain Cook Memorial and Lighthouse & Snapper Rocks) and 1st on Wharf (in Tweed Heads). There's more to do: learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary.

To see ratings, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Surfers Paradise vacation maker website.

Getting from Coffs Harbour to Surfers Paradise by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of flight and bus; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 24°C in June, and nighttime lows around 13°C. You'll have a few hours on the 7th (Fri) to wrap things up before traveling home.