Australia: Sydney & Great Barrier Reef

Sydney & Great Barrier Reef

Australia Travel Itinerary & Guide

7 Days in Sydney & Cairns, Australia

If you only have a week, this itinerary will give you a taste. Complete with Sydney, Blue Mountains, Tablelands, and the Great Barrier Reef.

Day 1

Check into hotel

(Try to request early check in at booking as many of the international flights arrive early in the morning.)

Stroll around Hyde Park

Breakfast by the Sydney Opera House

Reserve tickets for the Opera tomorrow

Stroll around Circle Quay

Explore the Royal Botanic Gardens

If you still have time, show up for one of the free Sydney walking tours: http://www.imfree.com.au/

Day 2

Blue Mountains Tour

You’ll be able to pet kangaroos, koalas, and explore various natural wonders of Australia. They even allow you to take a harbor cruise that provides great views of the city at night.

We booked the following tour and thoroughly enjoyed it:

http://www.activitytours.com.au/blue_mountains_tours.html

Day 3

Flight to Cairns (Noon)

Check into hotel and explore Cairns

Day 4

Tablelands Tour with Barefoot Tours

Absolutely book through this company! It was the highlight of our trip. Captain Matty is an excellent tour guide who welcomes you with a giant bear hug. If you make it to Cairns, this is an absolute must! http://barefoottours.com.au/about-us/