Australia 5 Day Itinerary

Australia 5-Day Itinerary (Sydney, Blue Mountains, Gold Coast & Great Barrier Reef)

Day 1: Arrival in Sydney

  • Arrival: Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (Visa: Check your visa requirements before travel. Most tourists need an eTA or Tourist Visa.)
  • Transportation: From the airport, take a taxi, Uber, or airport shuttle to your hotel. The city also has a rail link connecting the airport with the city center.
  • Activities: Visit iconic landmarks like the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, and Bondi Beach. Take a stroll at The Rocks district and enjoy waterfront dining.
  • Things to Know: Sydney is in the Eastern time zone (AEST) and operates on daylight saving time.

Day 2: Exploring Sydney & Surrounds

  • Transportation: Use public transport (buses, trains, and ferries) or rent a car for the day.
  • Activities: Visit Taronga Zoo, take a scenic ferry to Manly Beach, and explore the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney. In the evening, join a sunset yoga class at Bondi Beach.
  • Things to Know: Be aware of local wildlife (such as kangaroos and koalas) when visiting parks and nature reserves.

Day 3: Blue Mountains Day Trip

  • Transportation: Join a guided tour or rent a car for the day.
  • Activities: Explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains, including sights like Echo Point, The Three Sisters, and Scenic World. Enjoy a walk in one of the many trails.
  • Things to Know: It can get cold in the Blue Mountains, so pack warm clothing.

Day 4: Travel to Gold Coast

  • Transportation: Fly from Sydney Airport to Gold Coast Airport or take an overnight train or bus.
  • Activities: Spend the day at Surfer’s Paradise Beach, visit Sea World, and explore the shopping districts of Cavill Avenue and Pacific Fair Shopping Centre.
  • Things to Know: The Gold Coast is known for its surf culture, so grab a board if you want to catch some waves!

Day 5: Great Barrier Reef Day Trip

  • Transportation: Join a day trip from Gold Coast or Cairns to the Great Barrier Reef.
  • Activities: Snorkel and scuba dive among colorful coral reefs and marine life, or take a glass-bottomed boat tour. Enjoy a lunch onboard the vessel.
  • Things to Know: The best time to visit the Great Barrier Reef is from June to October for clearer waters and cooler temperatures.
  • Departure: Depending on your departure city, either fly back to Sydney or Gold Coast Airport for your return flight home.

Enjoy your adventure in Australia!