Wangi Falls, Litchfield National Park, Northern Territory © Tourism NT/Jackson Groves
7 days of cities, countryside and outback
Take in the iconic sights of Sydney, sample Canberra’s cool-climate wines and journey into the awe-inspiring outback. This seven-day adventure from Sydney to Darwin via Canberra will leave you feeling energised.
Trip overview
Must-do experiences:
- Climb to the summit of the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge
- Visit Canberra’s charming cool-climate wine regions
- Go on a helicopter ride over outback floodplains
Day 1: Bondi Beach
Start your adventure at Sydney’s iconic Bondi Beach, where you can get a taste of the coastal life.
Day 2: Sydney Harbour and Manly
Experience heritage, history and breathtaking icons around Sydney’s sparkling harbour. Spend your day doing some of these incredible experiences.
Day 3: Sydney to Canberra
Depart Sydney today and drive three hours through the rolling countryside to reach Australia’s capital, Canberra. Stop in Murrumbateman along the way to taste cool-climate wines.
Day 4: Canberra to Darwin
Spend a leisurely day around Canberra before flying to the tropical city of Darwin on an evening flight. Here are a few epic experiences you could do before you fly.
Day 5: Darwin
Darwin oozes adventure. From jet skiing around shipwrecks to crocodile encounters, there’s always room for excitement in Darwin. On your first day in the Northern Territory’s capital, try some of these top activities.
Day 6: Darwin to Litchfield National Park
Hop in the car (or join a guided tour) and make your way to Litchfield National Park. Famous for its waterfalls and bizarre termite mounds, Litchfield is a nature lover’s dream.
Day 7: Litchfield to Darwin (or beyond)
From Litchfield, you can either head back to Darwin or discover more of the Top End’s magical national parks, like Kakadu. Here are a few more things to do in Litchfield before you depart.