Land in Melbourne and check in. Spend the afternoon at leisure: take in the Skydeck views, browse the NGV, wander Federation Square and the Queen Victoria Market. Overnight in Melbourne.

Head out via Brighton Bathing Boxes for photos, then Moonlit Sanctuary for native wildlife. Walk the Nobbies boardwalk for coastal views and finish at the famed Penguin Parade as little penguins waddle ashore at dusk. Return to Melbourne.

Wind along surf beaches and seaside towns to Kennett River (wild koala spotting). Break in Apollo Bay, then continue to Port Campbell National Park for the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and Gibson Steps. Return to Melbourne.

Check out and fly to Sydney. After check-in, explore at your pace: Sydney Tower, Circular Quay, The Rocks, or beach time at Coogee/Shelly. Overnight in Sydney.

Use the Big Bus HOHO to cover Harbour Bridge, Opera House precinct, Bondi loop and inner-city stops. Disembark at Circular Quay and board the Thunder Jet from Wharf 5 for a spray-filled, high-speed harbour ride. Evening free.

Morning visit to Sydney Zoo. Continue to the Blue Mountains: Leura Village, Echo Point views of the Three Sisters, and Scenic World experiences (Skyway/Walkway/optional rides) with Jamison Valley and Katoomba Falls outlooks. Return to Sydney.

Check out and transfer to Sydney Airport for your flight home.