Arrive from Kuala Lumpur (overnight flight); drop bags at your CBD hotel and freshen up so you can explore on foot—Melbourne CBD is compact and walkable.
Choose seafood with a river view (Southbank) or vibrant Mexican at Mamasita; both are reliable dinner choices—book ahead for dinner service (typically 5:30pm onwards).
Australia’s oldest and most visited art museum with international and local exhibitions; typical opening hours 10:00am–5:00pm but some galleries open earlier—check current hours and major exhibitions.
Taste fresh Australian and international eats from the Market’s food stalls; note Market hours vary—open Tue/Thu/Fri/Sat (check the official schedule for exact days).
Supernormal offers lively Asian-inspired plates; Tipo 00 is excellent modern Italian pasta. Both require reservations for dinner service (from ~6:00pm).
Full-day coastal drive to see the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and coastal lookouts; guided tours typically depart around 6:30–7:00am and return in the evening.
Sunset and late-afternoon light are ideal for photography at the Twelve Apostles—visitor platforms and short walks available; visitor centre open daylight hours.
If your arrival is a Saturday (this date is Saturday), Salamanca Market is a must: arts, crafts, Tasmanian produce and street food—open 8:30am–3:00pm (check seasonal times).
Ferry departs from Brooke St Pier to MONA; ferries typically run multiple times daily from ~10:00am—book tickets and ferry times in advance as MONA opens from 10:00am and closes ~5:00pm (check website for exact schedule).
Unique and provocative contemporary art museum with extensive exhibitions—spend a few hours roaming indoor and outdoor spaces; allow time for the cellar door / wine tasting.
Drive or tour up to the summit for expansive views over Hobart; summit access depends on weather—the lookout area is open but conditions can change rapidly, so check wind/road status.
Approximately 1.5–2 hours drive from Hobart; allow full day for exploring the convict-era site and grounds—Port Arthur site open typically 9:00am–5:00pm (confirm seasonal hours).
If interested, Port Arthur runs ghost tours in the evening and short harbour cruises in the daytime—book in advance for evening ghost tours (ghost tours usually start after dark).
Hike to the Wineglass Bay lookout (steep in parts, about 1–1.5 hours return to the lookout) for one of Tasmania’s most iconic views; the park is open daylight hours year-round (check local conditions and track closures).
Relax on pristine beaches or, if weather allows, continue to the beach via the longer hike down to the sand (the beach walk adds about 1.5–2 hours extra).
Drive north (approx 2.5–3 hours to Launceston) with optional detour to Bicheno (blowhole) or Bay of Fires for stunning orange lichen-covered granite rocks—allow extra time for photo stops.
Launceston is known for great food—Stillwater is riverfront fine dining, while smaller cafés in the central market offer casual local fare (restaurants usually open midday).
Short walks, chairlift and scenic lookout at the gorge right near Launceston center; open daylight hours, with walking tracks accessible most of the day.
If time allows, visit a couple of cellar doors in the Tamar Valley for cool-climate wines—many cellar doors close around 5:00–5:30pm so plan accordingly or visit a winery with extended hours.
Depart early for Cradle Mountain to maximize time on the walking tracks; the national park visitor centre provides maps and current weather conditions—park access is year-round but weather can be variable.
Iconic 6km circuit around Dove Lake with superb mountain and lake views—allow 2–3 hours for the full walk; the track is well maintained but can be wet and rocky in places.
Return to Launceston (approx 2–2.5 hours) or stay near the park to reduce driving—if returning to Launceston, expect to arrive in the evening for dinner.
Domestic flight Launceston → Melbourne takes about 1 hour; allow time for car return and airport security (arrive at least 60 minutes before departure).
Connect in Melbourne for your international flight back to Kuala Lumpur; allow at least 2–3 hours connection time for customs/security and transfer between terminals if needed.
Overnight international flight back to Kuala Lumpur; timing will depend on your booked flight—confirm exact flight times and allow time for boarding processes.