Brisbane - 20 Days Itinerary
Brisbane - 20 Days Itinerary
Embark on an exhilarating 20-day Australian adventure, kicking off with a vibrant New Year’s Eve in Brisbane, a visit to the iconic Australia Zoo, and a tranquil escape to Habitat Noosa. The journey continues with a scenic coastal road trip from Brisbane to Sydney, featuring iconic beach stops, national park hikes, and local dining gems before wrapping up your trip with a flight back to Brisbane. This moderate-budget itinerary perfectly blends wildlife encounters and famous filming locations with the ultimate laid-back coastal lifestyle.
Arrival in Brisbane
Airport Pickup
Meet Orla and James at Brisbane Airport for transfer to Albion.
Settle into Albion
Unpack and relax at your accommodation on Agnes Street.
New Year's Eve Celebration
Unwind and Relax
A quiet day to recover from travel, enjoy a long coffee, and local walks.
NYE Riverside Dinner
New Year's Eve dinner at Howard Smith Wharves with views of the Story Bridge.
Midnight Fireworks
Watch the Brisbane River fireworks display.
New Year's Day Recovery
New Year Brunch
Lazy brunch with the hosts to kick off the new year.
Roma Street Parkland
A gentle afternoon walk through the lush gardens.
City Orientation
City Sightseeing
Guided walking tour of Brisbane's historic landmarks.
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South Bank Parklands
Explore the man-made beach and riverfront promenade.
River Views & Mt Coot-tha
City Cat Ride
Scenic trip along the Brisbane River by boat.
Mt Coot-tha Lookout
Panoramic views of Brisbane city and sunset drinks.
Brisbane River and Lookout
CityCat River Cruise
Enjoy a scenic ride along the Brisbane River taking in the skyline.
Mt Coot-tha Lookout
Breathtaking panoramic views over the city to Moreton Bay.
Wildlife Adventure
Australia Zoo Visit
Experience the home of the Crocodile Hunter.
Encounter koalas and kangaroos.
Escape to Noosa
Drive to Noosa
Scenic 1.5-hour drive north to Habitat Noosa.
Kangaroo Spotting
Relax and observe the wild kangaroos roaming at Habitat Noosa.
Noosa Nature & Sun
Sunshine Coast Beach
Relaxed morning on the pristine sands of Noosa Main Beach.
Return to Brisbane
Drive back to Brisbane
Slow coastal drive back, stopping for coffee and a steak lunch.
Byron Bay Bliss
Cape Byron Sunrise
Morning hike to the Cape Byron Lighthouse for breathtaking ocean views.
Main Beach Chill
Relaxing on the iconic white sands of Byron Bay.
Coastal Exploration towards Ballina
Lennox Head Lookout
Scenic cliffside drive with panoramic ocean views at Pat Morton Lookout.
Seafood Lunch
Enjoying fresh local prawns in the riverside town of Ballina.
Yamba and Angourie
Angourie Blue Pool
Visit the historic freshwater blue pool and cliff walks.
Into the Rainforest
Dorrigo Skywalk
Walk above the rainforest canopy with stunning mountain vistas.
Coffs Harbour & Departure
Big Banana Visit
Quick photo stop at the iconic Big Banana and coffee.
Flight to Sydney
Head to Coffs Harbour Airport for your flight to Sydney.
Newcastle Exploration
Coastal Morning Walk
Walk the Newcastle Memorial Walk for stunning cliff-top ocean views.
Harbourside Lunch
Enjoy a fresh seafood lunch overlooking the Newcastle Harbour.
Palm Beach (Home and Away)
Summer Bay Tour
Visit Palm Beach, the real-life filming location for Summer Bay.
Barrenjoey Lighthouse Hike
Hike up to the iconic lighthouse for panoramic views of the coast.
Sydney Harbor Highlights
Opera House Tour
Guided walking tour of the iconic Sydney Opera House.
Harbour Lunch
Casual lunch at Circular Quay with views of the Harbour Bridge.
Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk
Bondi to Coogee
Famous coastal cliff walk offering ocean vistas and beach stops.
Farewell Steakhouse
Final 'Land Down Under' celebration dinner featuring Australian beef.
Departure Preparation
Paddington Markets
Browsing local crafts and souvenirs for your trip home.
Transfer to SYD
Train or taxi transit to Sydney Airport for return flight.
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