Sydney 5D5N Free & Easy Itinerary
๐ Pre-Trip Checklist โ Visa card (contactless payments)โ Australian visaโ Universal adapterโ Local SIM cardโ Travel insurance โ Essential apps: Uber, Google Maps, TRS (tax refund), Opal Travel (if using Opal card) โ Cash optional (most places accept cards; some small eateries cash-only) โ Opal card (if no Visa card; ~$40 AUD for 5 days) ๐จ Accommodation Four Points by Sheraton Sydney Central Park ๐ Prime location: 10-min walk to Central Station, surrounded by supermarkets, cafes, and dessert spots! ๐๏ธ Itinerary Day 1๏ธโฃ: Iconic Citywalk ๐ถ Route: QVB โ Royal Botanic Garden โ Hyde Park โ Circular Quay โ Opera House โ Harbour Bridge โ Darling Harbour. ๐ก Tip: Drop bags at hotel and explore! Day 2๏ธโฃ: Taronga Zoo ๐ข Ferry from Wharf 4 (Circular Quay) โ Bus 238 to zoo entrance. ๐จ Animal lovers: Spend the whole day here! Day 3๏ธโฃ: Port Stephens Adventure ๐ฌ Dolphin cruise (2 hours!) โ Koala sanctuary โ Anna Bay sandboarding. ๐ Book a bilingual tour (7AM pickup; includes fish & chips lunch). Day 4๏ธโฃ: Hipster Vibes + Coastal Chill โ Newtown: Brunch + boutique shopping. ๐ Watsons Bay: Picnic on the cliffs โ ferry back to Circular Quay. Day 5๏ธโฃ: Art & Bondi Beauty ๐ผ๏ธ Art Gallery of NSW โ Bondi Beach (even if cloudyโSydney weather changes fast!). ๐ Must-see: Icebergs Pool + coastal walk. ๐ก Pro Tips ๐ Buses: Wave to stop them! (We learned the hard way ๐ ). ๐ณ Opal card: Tap on/off for all transport. #SydneyTravel #AustraliaGuide #FreeAndEasy #BondiBeach #TravelHacks ๐โ๏ธ