15-day itinerary in Sydney & Perth & Brisbane, Australia focusing on Top attractions and Hidden Gems

Day 2 starts at the Art Gallery of New South Wales at 9 AM - allow 2 hours for exploration. Travel 10 minutes by taxi (~$15 AUD) to Darling Harbour at 11:30 AM for lunch and leisure; stay for 2.5 hours. Finally, at 2:30 PM, take a 5-minute ferry from Darling Harbour to Barangaroo Reserve (~$7 AUD) - enjoy an hour in this beautiful park.

Day 3 starts at Bondi Beach at 9 AM - allow 3 hours for sun and surf. Travel by bus from Bondi to Manly Beach (12:30 PM) - expect around 40 minutes and ~$8 AUD. Relax here until 3:30 PM. Next, take the ferry to Sydney Tower Eye (4 PM) - a scenic ride taking about 30 minutes and costing ~$10 AUD. Enjoy stunning city views for 1 hour.

Day 1 starts at Kings Park and Botanic Garden (closest to city center) at 9 AM - allow 2 hours to explore. Travel 15 minutes via taxi (~$25 AUD) to Cottesloe Beach by 11:30 AM - enjoy 1.5 hours of leisure. At 1:30 PM, take a 20-minute taxi ride (~$30 AUD) to The Perth Mint for a 1.5-hour visit to learn about gold history.

Day 2 starts at Elizabeth Quay (closest to city center) at 9 AM - allow 90 minutes to enjoy the waterfront and views. Travel takes 15 minutes by public transport (~$5 AUD) to Fremantle Markets, arriving at 11 AM for 2 hours of local shopping and food. Finally, take a 25-minute train ride (~$5 AUD) at 1:30 PM to Perth Cultural Centre, where you can spend another 2 hours exploring galleries and museums.

Day 3 starts at WA Shipwrecks Museum at 9 AM - allow 90 minutes for exploration. Take a 15-minute ferry ride (~$20 AUD) to Rottnest Island, arriving by 11 AM for a 4-hour visit. Finish your day at Caversham Wildlife Park, departing Rottnest Island at 3 PM - allow a 30-minute ferry ride (~$20 AUD) followed by a 30-minute taxi (~$50 AUD). Arrive by 3:30 PM for 3 hours of wildlife encounters.

Day 1 starts at Queensland Art Gallery at 9 AM - allow 2 hours to explore the exhibits. Travel 5 minutes by bus (~$4 AUD) to South Bank Parklands at 11:30 AM for a leisurely 1.5 hours among gardens and beaches. Head to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary via a 30-minute taxi ride (~$40 AUD) for 3 hours of wildlife interactions starting at 1:30 PM.

Day 2 starts at City Botanic Gardens at 9 AM, allow 1 hour for a leisurely stroll. Take a 10-minute walk to Story Bridge Adventure Climb, starting at 10:30 AM for a thrilling 2.5-hour climb. Afterward, take a quick 10-minute taxi ride (~$15 AUD) to the Museum of Brisbane, arriving by 1:30 PM; plan for 1.5 hours to explore its exhibits.

Day 3 starts at New Farm Park (closest to city center) at 9 AM - allow 1 hour to enjoy the gardens. Travel 10 minutes by bus (~$3 AUD) to Fortitude Valley, arriving at 10:30 AM for 2 hours of shopping and dining. At 1 PM, take a 15-minute bus ride (~$3 AUD) to Brisbane Powerhouse, where you can unwind for another 2 hours enjoying art and culture.

Day 4 starts at Kangaroo Point Cliffs Park at 9 AM - allow 90 minutes for stunning views and walks. Take a 10-minute ferry ride (~$5 AUD) to Eat Street Northshore at 11 AM for 2 hours of unique food stalls. Finally, travel back via a 15-minute ferry ride (~$5 AUD) to the City Botanic Gardens at 1:30 PM - spend 90 minutes enjoying the lush landscape.

Day 5 starts at Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium at 9 AM - allow 1.5 hours to explore. Take a 20-minute taxi ride (~$30 AUD) to River City Cruises, arriving by 11 AM for a 2-hour scenic cruise. Afterward, enjoy a 10-minute walk to Empire Revival, arriving at 1:30 PM for lunch - allow 1 hour here.

Day 6 starts at Mount Coot-Tha Summit Lookout at 9 AM - allow 90 minutes to enjoy the views. Travel to Queensland Museum Kurilpa via taxi (15 min, ~$25 AUD) for a 11 AM visit - allow 2 hours to explore. Finally, proceed to Parkland Boulevard & Roma Street at 1:30 PM (15 min taxi ride, ~$25 AUD) for a leisurely 90-minute stroll through the gardens.

Day 7 starts at Treasury Hotel Brisbane (closest to city center) at 9 AM - allow 2 hours for a leisurely breakfast. Travel 10 minutes via taxi (~$15 AUD) to QUT D Block Gardens Point at 11:30 AM for 1 hour enjoying the gardens. After, take a 20-minute taxi ride (~$30 AUD) to Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha at 1 PM - allow 2 hours to explore the gardens.

Start your day at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary at 9 AM - allow 2 hours for koala encounters and wildlife experiences. Travel by taxi to Parkland Boulevard & Roma Street, a 15-minute ride (~$30 AUD). Enjoy leisurely time from 11:30 AM for 1.5 hours in the parklands. Finally, head to Queensland Performing Arts Centre at 1:30 PM - a quick 10-minute taxi trip (~$15 AUD) for 2 hours of cultural enjoyment.

Day 9 starts at The Tivoli at 9 AM - allow 2 hours for the performance. Next, take a short 10-minute taxi ride (~$15 AUD) to The Collective Markets by 11:30 AM and enjoy for 90 minutes. Finally, take a quick 5-minute ride (~$10 AUD) to Brisbane Arcade at 1:30 PM for an hour of browsing, perfect for cultural shopping.