Sydney to Melbourne 7-day itinerary

1. Day 1: Explore Sydney Harbour
   Start from Circular Quay wharf

   Cruise around the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge and disembark to visit the Royal Botanic Garden.

   Time estimate: 2 hours
   Distance estimate: 12 km
2. Day 2: Featherdale Wildlife Park and Blue Mountains
   Drive from Sydney to Featherdale Wildlife park to see kangaroos and cuddly koalas up-close. Proceed to Blue Mountains for scenic views and easy hikes to experience the beauty of the region.

   Visit the Three Sisters rock formation and ride the Scenic Skyway or walk along either the Prince Henry Cliff Walk or Federal Pass for extraordinary views of the valley, waterfalls and bushland.

   Time estimate: 10 hours
   Distance estimate: 86 km
3. Day 3: Taronga Zoo
   Ferry from Circular Quay to Taronga Zoo.

   In Taronga Zoo, spend time with all different kinds of animals from Australia and other parts of the world and see Unforgettable Experiences like Giraffe Encounter and Keeper for a Day.

   Time estimate: 4 hours
   Distance estimate: 6.5 km
4. Day 4: Phillip Island
   Drive from Melbourne to Phillip island.

   Witness the Penguin Parade which begins at sunset, visit the Koala Conservation Center and watch Fur Seals at Seal Rocks.

   Time estimate: 11 hours
   Distance estimate: 142 km
5. Day 5: Great Ocean Road
   Drive from Melbourne to Great Ocean Road.

   Enjoy breathtaking Coastal Views containing the iconic 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, Gibson Steps and numerous other natural formations. Have lunch at one of the fish and chips stalls on the beach.

   Time estimate: 12 hours
   Distance estimate: 224 km
6. Day 6: Queen Victoria Market
   Start the day off at Queen Victoria Market downtown Melbourne.

   Browse for a unique souvenirs in the largest open-air market in southern hemisphere. Don't forget to sample the Bratwurst and freshly baked goods at the market stalls.

   Time estimate: 3 hours
   Distance estimate: 3.3 km
7. Day 7: National Gallery of Victoria
   Take a stroll from the South Bank precinct and the Flinders Street train station to the National Gallery of Victoria.

   The museum boasts a great collection of both Australian and International artists, as well as seasonal exhibitions. Interpretive tours are also available for free.

   Time estimate: 4 hours
   Distance estimate: 1.5 km

Time and Costs Estimates

• Royal Botanic Garden (Free entry)
• Three Sisters (Free entry)
• Scenic Skyway ($39 for adults, $21 for kids)
• Taronga Zoo ($47 for adults, $27 for kids)
• Penguin Parade (From $26 for adults, $13 for kids)
• Koala Conservation Center ($20 for adults, $10 for kids)
• National Gallery of Victoria (Free entry)
• Total Estimated Costs: $145 (per adult)

Useful Tips

If you have more time, spend an additional day in Sydney to visit the Sydney Tower Eye or do the Coastal Walk from Bondi Beach to Coogee Beach. If you have less time or don't want to drive, hire a tour guide to visit Phillip Island and Great Ocean Road.