Aerial view of Wangi Falls and the surrounding greenery of Litchfield National Park during sunset in the Northern Territory © Tourism NT/Jackson Groves

Wangi Falls, Litchfield National Park, Northern Territory © Tourism NT/Jackson Groves

Wangi Falls, Litchfield National Park, Northern Territory © Tourism NT/Jackson Groves


Trip overview

7 days
Plane, car
3,675km (2,282mi)

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

3.5hrs 330km (205mi)

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

4.5hrs 3,133km (1,946mi)

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

2hrs 106km (66mi)

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)

2hrs 106km (66mi)

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.