40 days in United States, South Pacific & Europe Itinerary
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Start: New York City, United States
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Orlando, United States
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Wellington, New Zealand
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Sydney, Australia
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Melbourne, Australia
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Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Australia
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Cairns, Australia
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Port Douglas, Australia
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Jabiru (Kakadu National Park), Australia
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Perth, Australia
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London, United Kingdom
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Orlando, United States — 4 nights
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Theme Park Capital of the World
For most people, any mention of Orlando immediately conjures up images of sprawling theme parks filled with characters plucked right out of popular animated movies.Pack the 2nd (Sat) with family-friendly diversions at Universal's Islands of Adventure. Have a day of magic on the 4th (Mon) at Walt Disney World Resort. The adventure continues: find something for the whole family at Universal Orlando Resort, cool off at Discovery Cove, make an unforgettable trip to Magic Kingdom Park, and explore the galleries of Museum Of Illusions Orlando.
To find maps, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Orlando day trip tool.
New York City to Orlando is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Traveling from New York City in September, things will get a bit warmer in Orlando: highs are around 89°F and lows about 74°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Tue) so you can catch the flight to Wellington.
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Wellington, New Zealand — 4 nights
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Harbour Capital
Wellington, the world's southernmost capital city and New Zealand's second most populous urban area, combines the nation's rugged history and nature with its modern and cosmopolitan present.Get out of town with these interesting Wellington side-trips: Paraparaumu (Southward Car Museum & Kapiti Island Nature Tours). There's still lots to do: examine the collection at Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, ponder the world of politics at New Zealand Parliament, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, and contemplate the long history of Katherine Mansfield House and Garden.
For traveler tips, photos, maps, and more tourist information, use the Wellington trip builder app.
Fly from Orlando to Wellington in 25.5 hours. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to New Zealand Standard Time (NZST), which is usually a 17 hour difference. In September, Wellington is cooler than Orlando - with highs of 57°F and lows of 48°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Mon) to allow time to fly to Sydney.
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Sydney, Australia — 4 nights
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The Harbour City
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.Sydney is known for nightlife, sightseeing, and beaches. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: tour the pleasant surroundings at Bondi Beach, wander the streets of The Rocks, take in the dramatic natural features at Mrs Macquarie's Chair, and snap pictures at Sydney Harbour Bridge.
To see traveler tips, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, read Sydney road trip site.
Fly from Wellington to Sydney in 6.5 hours. Traveling from Wellington to Sydney, you'll gain 2 hours due to the time zone difference. In September, Sydney is somewhat warmer than Wellington - with highs of 71°F and lows of 54°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Melbourne.
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Melbourne, Australia — 4 nights
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Australia's Garden City
The state of Victoria crown jewel, Melbourne boasts shaded streets, leafy residential neighborhoods, vibrant street life, and a picturesque city center.Dedicate the 19th (Tue) 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, don't miss a visit to Flinders Street Station, indulge in some personalized pampering at Elite Male Massage, and contemplate the long history of Old Melbourne Gaol.
To find where to stay, ratings, traveler tips, and tourist information, read our Melbourne tour planner.
Fly from Sydney to Melbourne in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Sydney in September, expect Melbourne to be little chillier, temps between 63°F and 44°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Tue) early enough to catch the flight to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park.
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Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Australia — 3 nights
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Please note that visitors are no longer allowed to trek up Uluru.Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is known for nature, sightseeing, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the dramatic natural features at Kata Tjuta / Mount Olga, make a trip to Uluru, identify plant and animal life at Uluru Astro Tour, and get engrossed in the history at Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre.
For more things to do, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park travel planning website.
You can fly from Melbourne to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. You'll gain 0.5 hours traveling from Melbourne to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park due to the time zone difference. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from Melbourne in September, with highs in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park at 83°F and lows at 51°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Cairns.
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Cairns, Australia — 3 nights
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The Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef
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.You'll find plenty of places to visit near Cairns: Palm Cove (Spas & Palm Cove Beach). Spend the 24th (Sun) among aquatic life with a scuba or snorkeling tour. There's still lots to do: admire the natural beauty at Botanical Gardens, trek along Esplanade Boardwalk, see exotic creatures in open habitats at Billy Tea Safaris, and take an unforgettable tour with a helicopter tour.
To find ratings, photos, and tourist information, go to the Cairns driving holiday planning app.
Traveling by flight from Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to Cairns takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. The time zone difference moving from Australian Central Standard Time to Australian Eastern Standard Time is 0.5 hours. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park in September since evenings lows in Cairns dip to 66°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Port Douglas.
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Port Douglas, Australia — 3 nights
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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.Step out of Port Douglas to go to Cape Tribulation and see Mount Alexandra Lookout, which is approximately 40 minutes away. Spend the 26th (Tue) among aquatic life with a scuba or snorkeling tour. There's much more to do: see exotic creatures in open habitats at a safari tour, see the vivid underwater world at Opal Reef, take a pleasant ride with a tour on horseback, and get to know the resident critters at Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas.
To find more things to do, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Port Douglas trip planning app.
Traveling by car from Cairns to Port Douglas takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. In September, daytime highs in Port Douglas are 83°F, while nighttime lows are 66°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Thu) so you can travel to Jabiru (Kakadu National Park).
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Jabiru (Kakadu National Park), Australia — 5 nights
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Jabiru is a town in the Northern Territory of Australia. Jabiru (Kakadu National Park) is known for nature, wildlife, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the striking landscape of Maguk Gorge, look for all kinds of wild species at Mamukala Billabong, get a dose of the wild on Animal Tracks Safari, and see the world from above with a helicopter tour.
For photos, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Jabiru (Kakadu National Park) vacation planner.
Getting from Port Douglas to Jabiru (Kakadu National Park) by flight takes about 4 hours. Other options: do a combination of flight and car; or drive. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 0.5 hours traveling from Port Douglas to Jabiru (Kakadu National Park). Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Tue) so you can travel to Perth.
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For photos, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Jabiru (Kakadu National Park) vacation planner.
Getting from Port Douglas to Jabiru (Kakadu National Park) by flight takes about 4 hours. Other options: do a combination of flight and car; or drive. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 0.5 hours traveling from Port Douglas to Jabiru (Kakadu National Park). Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Tue) so you can travel to Perth.
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Perth, Australia — 1 night
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City of Light
A modern metropolis of glassy skyscrapers, waterside boulevards, and lush residential neighborhoods, Perth sits on the edge of the Swan Coastal Plain.Kick off your visit on the 4th (Wed): make a trip to St Martin in the Fields Anglican Church, take in nature's colorful creations at Kings Park and Botanic Garden, and then steep yourself in history at The Perth Mint.
For where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, read Perth online tour itinerary maker.
Traveling by flight from Jabiru (Kakadu National Park) to Perth takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and flight; or drive. The time zone changes from Australian Central Standard Time (ACST) to Australian Western Standard Time (AWST), which is usually a -1.5 hour difference. Expect a daytime high around 75°F in October, and nighttime lows around 51°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Wed) early enough to fly to London.
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London, United Kingdom — 5 nights
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The Square Mile
Vibrant and noisy, London is one of the world’s leading cities, an international capital of culture, education, fashion, music, finance, trade, and politics.You'll find plenty of places to visit near London: Cotswolds Distillery (in Stourton) and Cotswold Motoring Museum (in Bourton-on-the-Water). The adventure continues: contemplate the long history of Buckingham Palace, explore the world behind art at National Gallery, ponder the world of politics at Houses of Parliament, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Paul's Cathedral.
Before you visit London, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.
You can fly from Perth to London in 20 hours. The time zone difference moving from Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) is minus 8 hours. While traveling from Perth, expect little chillier days and about the same nights in London, ranging from highs of 61°F to lows of 48°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Tue) so you can catch the flight back home.
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United States travel guide
More than the country of car-packed streets seen in TV shows and movies, the United States of America is a complex and diverse home to over 300 million people living in a wide range of landscapes and climates. From its big-city skyscrapers to its sprawling natural parks, the country's ''melting pot'' combines many ethnic groups that share a strong sense of national identity despite their cultural differences. A country of road trips and big blue skies, the United States harbors orderly cities filled with restaurants, parks, museums, and innumerable sightseeing opportunities, as well as pristine natural areas perfect for a holiday in the great outdoors. To see as much as you can of this diverse land quickly, drive over some of the more than 6 million km (4 million mi) of highways leading through deserts, mountain peaks, fertile fields, and giant urban centers.
Australia travel guide
Australia is a country of breathtaking beauty and unforgettable adventure. From coast to coast you’ll find ancient rainforests, towering cities, stunning outback landscapes and white sand beaches. It’s not only the scenery that varies here, but also the lifestyle. Lay back and relax within a coastal paradise, explore the bustling laneways of a lively metropolis, or feed your sense of adventure in the most remote and remarkable pockets of the country. Whether you’re connecting with Aboriginal culture, tasting seafood straight from the ocean, or diving with gentle whale sharks, you’ll discover why there’s nothing like Australia.
