5-Day Adventure Through Australia's Top Highlights

Day 1: Sydney City Exploration

Sydney, Australia on April 19, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Bills in Surry Hills

Enjoy a classic Aussie breakfast with ricotta hotcakes and fresh juices at this popular café open from 7:30am to 3:00pm.
AUD25, 1h

9:30am

Sydney Opera House Tour

Take a guided tour to explore the iconic Sydney Opera House, learn about its architecture and history; tours run from 9am to 5pm daily.
AUD42, 1h

11:00am

Walk the Sydney Harbour Bridge

Walk across or climb the bridge for stunning views of Sydney Harbour; the bridge walk is free and open all day, climb requires booking.
AUD0 to AUD308 depending on activity, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at The Glenmore Hotel

Dine on the rooftop with a harbor view in this heritage pub, popular for casual Australian meals, open 12pm to 10pm.
AUD30, 1h

2:30pm

Visit The Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

Stroll through the lush gardens that offer peaceful city views and native flora, open 7am to sunset.
AUD0, 1h30m

5:00pm

Dinner at Quay Restaurant

Indulge in fine dining with views of the Opera House, offering contemporary Australian cuisine; open 5:30pm to 10pm.
AUD150, 2h

Day 2: Blue Mountains Nature

Blue Mountains, New South Wales, Australia on April 20, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Leura Garage

Start the day with fresh coffee and breakfast in a trendy spot in Leura, open 7am to 3pm.
AUD20, 1h

8:30am

Visit Echo Point and Three Sisters

Enjoy panoramic views of the iconic Three Sisters rock formation and the Jamison Valley, accessible all day with free entry.
AUD0, 1h

10:00am

Scenic World Blue Mountains

Experience cable cars, skyways, and scenic railway with amazing views of the rainforest and waterfalls; open 9am to 5pm.
AUD49, 3h

1:30pm

Lunch at Yellow Deli

Enjoy wholesome sandwiches and soups in a cozy underground setting in Katoomba, open 11am to 5pm.
AUD25, 1h

2:30pm

Explore Wentworth Falls Walking Track

Take a scenic hike with stunning waterfall views, trails open daylight hours.
AUD0, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at The Carrington

Dine in a historic hotel featuring classic Australian cuisine in Katoomba, open 5pm to 9pm.
AUD40, 1h30m

Day 3: Melbourne Culture

Melbourne, Australia on April 21, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hardware Société

Start with French-inspired breakfast dishes at this popular Melbourne cafe, open 7:30am to 3:00pm weekdays.
AUD25, 1h

9:30am

Visit National Gallery of Victoria

Explore Australia’s oldest art museum with wide-ranging collections, open 10am to 5pm daily.
AUD0, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Chin Chin

Enjoy vibrant modern Thai dishes at this lively Melbourne hotspot, open 12pm to 3pm and 5:30pm to 11pm.
AUD35, 1h

1:30pm

Explore Laneways and Street Art

Walk through Melbourne’s famous laneways like Hosier Lane to see colorful street art and boutique shops, open all day.
AUD0, 1h30m

3:30pm

Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne

Relax in these beautiful gardens located near the city center, open dawn to dusk.
AUD0, 1h

6:30pm

Dinner at Attica

Experience innovative Australian cuisine at one of Melbourne’s top restaurants, open for dinner 6pm to 10pm; booking required.
AUD200, 2h

Day 4: Great Ocean Road Drive

Victoria, Australia on April 22, 2025

7:00am

Early Breakfast at the hotel

Grab a quick breakfast before starting the drive, many hotels offer early morning options starting at 6:30am.
AUD20, 30m

7:30am

Start Great Ocean Road Drive

Drive from Melbourne to the Great Ocean Road, stopping at various scenic points along the 243km coastal drive.
AUD0, All day

10:00am

Stop at Bells Beach

Famous surfing beach known for its waves and scenic coastline, visit and take photos, open all day free.
AUD0, 30m

12:30pm

Lunch in Lorne

Dine at The Bottle of Milk for fresh burgers and shakes, open 12pm to 3pm weekdays.
AUD25, 1h

2:00pm

Visit the Twelve Apostles

See the iconic limestone stacks rising from the ocean; the visitor center is open 8am to 8pm and views are accessible anytime.
AUD0, 1h

4:00pm

Drive back to Melbourne

Return drive to Melbourne after a scenic day along the coast.
AUD0, 3h

7:30pm

Dinner at Supernormal

Casual dining with Asian fusion flavors located in downtown Melbourne, open 5:30pm to 10pm.
AUD50, 1h30m

Day 5: Great Barrier Reef Adventure

Cairns, Queensland, Australia on April 23, 2025

6:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy an early breakfast to prepare for a full day tour, many hotels open from 6am onwards.
AUD20, 30m

7:00am

Great Barrier Reef Day Tour

Take a full-day snorkeling or diving tour to the Great Barrier Reef from Cairns, tours operate from 7am to approx. 5pm.
AUD250, 10h

6:30pm

Dinner at Ochre Restaurant

Savor native Australian dishes specializing in fresh seafood, open 5:30pm to 9pm.
AUD60, 1h30m