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32 Day East Coast Group Tour – Semi Self-Guided – Cairns to Sydney

from A$4899
32 days

Explore Australia's East Coast on a 32 day semi self-guided group adventure from Cairns to Sydney, taking in Magnetic Island, Whitsundays, K'gari, Rainbow Beach, Noosa, Brisbane, Byron Bay, Sydney and more with accommodation, key activities and local reps included.

Highlights

  • Travel from Cairns to Sydney over 32 epic days in a small, social group
  • Tick off iconic Aussie adventures: Magnetic Island, Whitsundays, K'gari and more
  • Get salty snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef
  • Hang with kangaroos at sunrise and hit the surf at Spot X
  • Enjoy the freedom of semi self-guided travel supported by local reps
  • Meet new mates and stay connected with a dedicated WhatsApp group

Inclusions

  • 32 Day Semi Self-Guided East Coast Group Tour
  • 31 Nights Accommodation
  • Coach Transport from Cairns to Sydney
  • 22 Meals
  • Snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef
  • Atherton Tablelands Waterfall Tour
  • 3 Day Whitsunday Sailing to Whitehaven
  • 3 Day Mackay & Eungella National Park Adventure
  • 3 Day K'gari 4x4 Camping Tag-Along Tour
  • 3 Nights in Surf Camp Spot X
  • Magnetic Island
  • Airlie Beach
  • Rainbow Beach
  • Noosa Heads
  • Brisbane
  • Surfers Paradise
  • Byron Bay
  • Sydney

Description

Get ready for the ultimate East Coast adventure with this 32 day semi self-guided group tour from Cairns to Sydney. Dive straight into the salty life in Cairns where your journey kicks off, meeting your crew and prepping for an epic run south packed with classic Aussie highlights and a few cheeky surprises.

You'll hop your way down the coast with stops at Magnetic Island, Airlie Beach, Whitsundays, Mackay, Rainbow Beach, K'gari, Noosa, Brisbane, Surfers Paradise, Byron Bay, dazzling surf beaches and finally, Sydney. Along the way, expect a mix of adventure and chill - whether it's snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef, spotting native wildlife, or catching your first wave at Spot X Surf Camp.

This semi self-guided setup gives you the sweet spot between local insider support and the freedom to roam. You'll meet Travel Buddies Reps at key stops for top tips, socials, and support when you need it; the rest of the time is yours to make the trip uniquely yours. Accommodation, transport and most major activities are sorted so you can focus on swapping stories with new mates and collecting sandy feet and sunburnt noses.

Itinerary preview: Cairns (Day 1-3), Magnetic Island (Days 4-5), Airlie Beach & Whitsundays (Days 6-11), Mackay & Eungella (Days 12-14), Rainbow Beach (Day 15), K'gari (Days 16-18), Noosa (Days 19-20), Brisbane (Days 21-22), Surfers Paradise (Day 23), Byron Bay (Days 24-26), Spot X Surf Camp (Days 27-29), overnight bus (Day 30) and finish in Sydney (Days 31-32).

Additional Information

Important to know:
  • This is a semi self-guided tour; enjoy support at key locations but explore at your own pace
  • Accommodation and most activities are included
  • 22 meals provided
  • Travel insurance is compulsory and must be organised separately
  • Some transfers and personal expenses are not included
  • You'll receive access to a WhatsApp group after booking to connect and plan meetups