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A group of people standing on a wooden lookout deck overlooking Hill Inlet and Whitehaven Beach. Credit: Tourism Australia
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Intrepid Travel: East Coast Australia Adventure

Sydney

Cairns

20 days, 19 nights

Guided Small Group Tours

From: $11,802 pp

Tour overview

Start in Sydney, finish in Cairns and leave no stone unturned along Australia’s diverse east coast. You’ll adventure through all the postcard-perfect spots – snorkel at the Great Barrier Reef, swim in the waters of the Whitsundays, go on a 4WD drive adventure in K’gari (formerly Fraser Island) and explore the ancient wonders of the Daintree Rainforest. With tasty stops at wineries in the Hunter Valley, city walkabouts in Sydney, coastal hikes and chilled-out beachside vibes in Byron Bay, Mission Beach, Hervey Bay and more – this is a true-blue intro to everything Australia.

Is this trip right for you?
- This trip covers around 2500 km (1550 miles). There are some long travelling days but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
- This trip includes an overnight train, which is super comfortable and features RailBeds, charging stations and USB ports. The overnight train is in RailBed class and is not accompanied by a tour leader. Should the train not operate due to track works or other factors outside of our control, it will be replaced with alternative transport and an additional overnight stay. Please see the daily itinerary for more details.
- Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
- Minimum age: 15 years old.

Tour highlights & inclusions

20 days / 19 nights
8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners

Sydney

Cairns

Apartments

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Why Inside Australia Travel

  • Sunshine Coast based specialists planning your trip from inside Australia.
  • One travel consultant to plan and book every detail from start to finish.
  • 24/7 in-country support while you’re travelling, so help is close if plans change.

Trip itinerary

Welcome to Sydney! Or Warrane, in the language of the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, who are the Traditional Custodians of the land on which Sydney is now located. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm, where you’ll meet your local leader and fellow travellers. After the meeting, get to know your group over an optional welcome dinner. If you arrive early, you could visit the iconic Opera House for a guided tour (advance bookings are recommended), to catch a show or to simply pose for a classic photo on the stairs. Right next door, you’ll find the Royal Botanic Gardens – the perfect spot for a picnic, if the weather’s right – plus plenty of restaurants where you can have lunch with a view of Sydney Harbour or grab some ice cream and go for a stroll along the waterfront.

It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance and emergency contact details at this time. If you are going to be late, please let your travel agent or hotel reception know. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place.

Staying in:

  • Hotel (1 night)
A view of the Sydney Opera House white sails seen through the pylons and beams of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Credit: Destination NSW

Inclusions

Atherton Tablelands

Barron Gorge lookout

Byron Bay - Lighthouse Walk

Byron Bay - The Farm visit

Cape Tribulation - Kulki walk & lookout

Coffs Harbour - Red Rock Gumbaynggirr First Nations experience

Crowdy Bay National Park - Diamond Head Hike

Daintree National Park - Mossman Gorge

Daintree Rainforest guided nature walk

Dorrigo National Park - Rainforest Centre & Skywalk

Hunter Valley - winery visit & wine tasting

K'Gari (Fraser Island) 4WD tour

Koala Hospital visit in Port Macquarie

Kuranda Markets

Mandingalbay First Nations tour

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