Australia

🏨 Where to Stay

• Sydney: Circular Quay, The Rocks, Darling Harbour.
  
  

• Melbourne: CBD (Central Business District) or Southbank.
  
  

• Cairns: Waterfront Esplanade area.
  
  

• Gold Coast: Surfers Paradise or Broadbeach.
  
  

• Uluru (Ayers Rock): Yulara Resort.
  
  

• Adelaide: North Terrace or city centre.
  
  

• Tasmania (Hobart): Salamanca Place or Battery Point.
  
  

🚗 Transportation

• Domestic Flights: Essential for covering large distances (Sydney–Cairns, Melbourne–Uluru).
  
  

• Public Transport: Trains, trams (Melbourne), ferries (Sydney).
  
  

• Car Rental: Recommended for Great Ocean Road, Blue Mountains, and Tasmania.
  
  

• Taxis/Ride-shares: Uber, Ola are widely available.
  
  

• Tours: Organized day tours for remote areas (Great Barrier Reef, Uluru).
  
  

📅 15-Day Australia Itinerary

Days 1-4: Sydney

• Day 1: Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, The Rocks, Circular Quay.
  
  

• Day 2: Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk, Bondi Beach, Darling Harbour.
  
  

• Day 3: Blue Mountains day trip (Scenic World, Three Sisters).
  
  

• Day 4: Taronga Zoo, Manly Beach (via ferry), evening in Barangaroo.
  
  

Days 5-7: Cairns & Great Barrier Reef

• Day 5: Fly to Cairns, explore Esplanade Lagoon, Rusty's Markets.
  
  

• Day 6: Full-day Great Barrier Reef snorkeling/diving cruise.
  
  

• Day 7: Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation day tour.
  
  

Days 8-9: Gold Coast

• Day 8: Fly to Gold Coast, enjoy Surfers Paradise, SkyPoint Observation Deck.
  
  

• Day 9: Theme parks (Dreamworld, Sea World) or Lamington National Park.
  
  

Days 10-11: Melbourne & Great Ocean Road

• Day 10: Federation Square, Flinders Street Station, Queen Victoria Market.
  
  

• Day 11: Full-day Great Ocean Road tour (Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge).
  
  

Days 12-13: Uluru & Outback Adventure

• Day 12: Fly to Uluru (Yulara), sunset viewing of Uluru.
  
  

• Day 13: Sunrise at Kata Tjuta (The Olgas), Field of Light art installation.
  
  

Day 14: Adelaide & Kangaroo Island

• Morning flight to Adelaide, explore Central Market, Rundle Mall.
  
  

• Afternoon wine tasting at Barossa Valley or Adelaide Hills.
  
  

• Optional overnight Kangaroo Island tour for wildlife encounters.
  
  

Day 15: Hobart, Tasmania

• Fly to Hobart, visit Salamanca Market (if Saturday), MONA Museum.
  
  

• Afternoon visit to Mount Wellington for panoramic views.
  
  

💡 Tips for Traveling Australia

• Weather & Seasons: Australia’s seasons are opposite to Europe/North America. Best time is spring (Sept-Nov) or autumn (March-May).
  
  

• Sun Protection: UV levels are extremely high. Always wear sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses.
  
  

• Wildlife Safety: Respect local wildlife, keep safe distances, and follow guidelines.
  
  

• Travel Insurance: Highly recommended due to remote areas and adventure activities.
  
  

• SIM Cards: Purchase local SIMs (Telstra, Optus) for reliable coverage.
  
  

• Budgeting: Australia can be pricey; use public transport passes and city combo tickets to save.
  
  

• Driving: Left-hand side. Be cautious in remote areas and watch for wildlife crossing.