44 days in Singapore & Australia Itinerary

A Singapore vacation reveals the many charms of a leading city-state and regional hub of culture, retail, and tourism.

Kick off your visit on the 25th (Tue): admire the natural beauty at Singapore Botanic Gardens, appreciate the history behind Merlion Park, then wander the streets of Chinatown, and finally see the interesting displays at Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum.

To find other places to visit, reviews, ratings, and other tourist information, read Singapore online trip itinerary builder.

London, UK to Singapore is an approximately 16.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 8 hours traveling from London to Singapore. In January, Singapore is much hotter than London - with highs of 36°C and lows of 29°C. On the 26th (Wed), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Melbourne.

The state of Victoria crown jewel, Melbourne boasts shaded streets, leafy residential neighborhoods, vibrant street life, and a picturesque city center.

Step out of Melbourne to go to Torquay and see The Great Ocean Road, which is approximately 1h 35 min away. Dedicate the 31st (Mon) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. Next up on the itinerary: take in nature's colorful creations at Royal Botanic Gardens, admire the masterpieces at National Gallery of Victoria, enjoy unforgettable views with a balloon tour, and steep yourself in history at Old Melbourne Gaol.

To find ratings, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Melbourne itinerary planner.

You can fly from Singapore to Melbourne in 10.5 hours. The time zone changes from Singapore Standard Time (SGT) to Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), which is usually a 2 hour difference. Traveling from Singapore in January, expect Melbourne to be little chillier, temps between 32°C and 17°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Tue) so you can travel to Sydney.

Lent iconic status as a result of its famous bridge and opera house, Sydney has a down-to-earth charm that enhances its spectacular setting and functional efficiency.

Get out of town with these interesting Sydney side-trips: Shelly Beach (in Manly), Lincoln's Rock (in Blue Mountains National Park) and The Three Sisters (in Katoomba). There's still lots to do: see a show at Sydney Opera House, take a stroll through Darling Harbour, enjoy the sand and surf at Manly Beach, and admire the sheer force of Wentworth Falls Lookout.

To find ratings, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Sydney trip planning app.

You can fly from Melbourne to Sydney in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Melbourne in February, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in Sydney, with lows of 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Tue) to allow time to travel to Gold Coast.

A city of towering skyscrapers, sandy beaches, and tree-lined streets, Gold Coast has an unpretentious air complemented by a citywide focus on sports and the arts.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Gold Coast: Tweed Regional Gallery & Margaret Olley Art Centre (in Murwillumbah), Canungra War Memorial (in Canungra) and Byron Bay (The Byron Bay Book Exchange, Cape Byron Lighthouse, &more). The adventure continues: get in on the family fun at Sea World Theme Park, buy something for everyone on your list at Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, tour the pleasant surroundings at Kirra Beach, and enjoy breathtaking views from SkyPoint Observation Deck.

For more things to do, maps, photos, and other tourist information, read Gold Coast road trip app.

Getting from Sydney to Gold Coast by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In February in Gold Coast, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 24°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Brisbane.

Queensland’s biggest town and state capital, Brisbane has an attractive, manicured image based around its riverside aesthetic as well as the contrast between its high-rise center and extensive urban greenery.

Get out of town with these interesting Brisbane side-trips: Thrill Hill Waterslide (in Woombye) and Maleny (Gardners Falls & Maleny Botanic Gardens & Bird World). There's much more to do: stroll around South Bank Parklands, take in nature's colorful creations at City Botanic Gardens, examine the collection at Opal Museum, and find something for the whole family at Channel Seven Wheel of Brisbane.

For more things to do, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Brisbane trip planner.

Traveling by car from Gold Coast to Brisbane takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In February in Brisbane, expect temperatures between 33°C during the day and 24°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Sun) to allow enough time to travel to Cairns.

A neat, cosmopolitan city of shaded plazas and laid-back neighborhoods, Cairns serves as a popular base for exploration of the surrounding region and the Great Barrier Reef, as well as a center for watersport activities like surfing or waterskiing.

Venture out of the city with trips to Palm Cove (Palm Cove Beach & Spas). Spend the 21st (Mon) among aquatic life with a scuba or snorkeling tour. Spend the 24th (Thu) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. The adventure continues: trek along Esplanade Boardwalk, take in nature's colorful creations at Botanical Gardens, admire the landmark architecture of Freshwater Station, and have fun at Muddy's Playground.

For more things to do, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Cairns trip planner.

Getting from Brisbane to Cairns by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Traveling from Brisbane in February, Cairns is a bit warmer at night with lows of 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Thu) so you can drive to Cape Tribulation.

A lush headland that's part of the forested Daintree Region, Cape Tribulation was so named by Lieutenant--later Captain--Cook in 1770, when his ship ran aground in the area.

Change things up with these side-trips from Cape Tribulation: Cow Bay (Walu Wugirriga Lookout, Daintree Discovery Centre, &more) and Daintree (Photography Tours & Floravilla Ice Cream Factory). There's still lots to do: admire the sheer force of Alexandra Bay Waterfall, trot along with a tour on horseback, kick back and relax at Thornton Beach, and learn more about the world around you at Daintree Entomological museum.

To see other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, read Cape Tribulation road trip tool.

You can drive from Cairns to Cape Tribulation in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In February, daytime highs in Cape Tribulation are 36°C, while nighttime lows are 28°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Mon) so you can travel to Port Douglas.

A holiday in Port Douglas balances an activity-filled getaway with plenty of opportunities to relax, thanks to its proximity to the Great Barrier Reef and bustling beach life.

Go for a jaunt from Port Douglas to Wangetti to see Rex Lookout about 30 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, enjoy the sand and surf at Four Mile Beach, meet the residents at Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas, and learn about winemaking at Shannonvale Tropical Fruit Winery.

To see where to stay, ratings, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Port Douglas road trip planning tool.

Traveling by car from Cape Tribulation to Port Douglas takes 2 hours. In February in Port Douglas, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 28°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sun) to allow enough time to travel to Singapore.

Kick off your visit on the 6th (Sun): admire the natural beauty at Singapore Botanic Gardens, then take a stroll through Chinatown, and then take in panoramic vistas at Singapore Flyer. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 7th (Mon): get to know the resident critters at Singapore Zoo, pause for some photo ops at Merlion Park, and then see the interesting displays at Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum.

To see more things to do and other tourist information, read our Singapore online journey builder.

You can fly from Port Douglas to Singapore in 12 hours. The time zone difference moving from Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) to Singapore Standard Time (SGT) is minus 2 hours. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Tue) early enough to travel back home.