Australia East Coast Adventure

Welcome to Sydney! Meet your group at the hostel reception at 11:30am today. We'll start the activities with a brief information session before heading out to the Darling Harbour to grab some lunch and start our walking tour around Sydney. Get ready to see iconic sites such as the Sydney Opera House, the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Royal Botanical Gardens, and Chinatown. Tonight, we'll grab dinner as a group, then the night is yours to explore Sydney!

Take your morning at your own pace. Then meet your group and walk to Darling Harbour to board the catamaran for your cruise round the harbour. There will be plenty of opportunities to cool off in the water, so make sure you pack your swimsuit! Enjoy a delicious lunch Aussie style - on the barbie of course! Return to the city and explore the historic lanes of the Rocks district, in the shadow of Sydney Harbour Bridge. Freshen up at the hostel before going back out into the city for drinks and a bite to eat.

Enjoy another free morning to relax or explore Sydney; in the early afternoon, we'll make our way to Port Stephens on the northern coast of New South Wales. There is so much more to this stunning beach town than meets the eye, which you'll get to experience over the next few days! Enjoy a free evening here - sunset picnic on the beach, anyone?

Now this is an adventure to remember! Port Stephens is home to extraordinary landscapes, like sand dunes and forested stretches right along the coast. We'll start the day driving around in 4WD vehicles along the dunes before going sandboarding down them. With all meals included for today, we'll also take a guided bush walk inside Tomaree National Park: which overlooks the ocean. Then what better way to finish the day than by hitting the beach after our BBQ dinner!

After breakfast, we'll take a cruise out onto those bright turquoise waters to see the famous residents of Port Stephens... dolphins! Later today, we'll go back to Sydney and enjoy a free evening in the city.

Today is all yours to explore Sydney at your leisure. Whether you feel like visiting the wildlife at Taronga Zoo in the heart of Sydney, going for a picnic in the Royal Botanic Gardens, heading over to the one and only Bondi Beach, or maybe sign yourself up for the Sydney Bridge Climb... the choice is all yours! When the sun sets, we've got a night of serious partying planned - with included entrance into three bars, and three, free drinks.

Today is all yours! Explore some more of this lovely city. Your trip leader can also help you to organise optional activities. Back at the hostel, kick back and relax, or if you've got the energy, get stuck into another night out in glittering Sydney.

Meet your guide and the rest of your group and head out into the city for a guided tour, taking in Sydney's biggest and best sights. Then, board an overnight bus that'll take you up the coast to Byron Bay.

Spend your days here relaxing on the perfect golden beaches and cooling off in the gorgeous aquamarine waters. Enjoy an included surfing lesson, explore the coast, visit the Byron lighthouse, relax with a morning yoga session and live the good life!

This stunning city is legendary for its epic waves and buzzing nightlife. Put your new surfing skills to the test, or simply lay back and soak up the sun. Spend a few days relaxing, swimming, surfing and partying!

Another day, another amazing East Coast stop-off! Today, you'll discover Brisbane, a glistening city of towering skyscrapers and vast rivers. Enjoy a guided tour of the city, and check out the man-made Streets Beach, the perfect place for a cooling dip on a hot day! Whilst you are in Brisbane, check out the Australia Zoo.

Get away from the skyscrapers as you venture into the lush landscapes of Noosa. Surrounded by thick green forests and stunning sandy shores, this east coast gem is simply gorgeous. Enjoy a hike along the coast, bask in beautiful panoramic views, or chill by the beach and watch an out-of-this-world sunset. Bliss.

This exquisite stretch of coast is pure paradise. Enjoy a chilled evening ahead of your K'gari adventure!

Today, you'll leave the mainland behind and transfer across to beautiful K'gari. On the island, you'll drive across the sand in a 4x4, stopping off for a swim in the crystal-clear waters of Lake McKenzie, and taking a dip in the incredible champagne pools. Plus, the campsite is right by the beach - so gorgeous sunsets and starry night skies await!

Have a free day to relax in Rainbow Beach and soak in the breathtaking coastal views. This evening, travel and sleep on the overnight bus and get ready to wake up in paradise.

Enjoy a few days to explore the Airlie Beach Lagoon, take in the tropical views, and maybe sign yourself up for some optional activities like a scenic flight over the Whitsundays!

This morning, you'll board a spectacular sailing yacht and cruise around the dreamy Whitsunday Islands. Your yacht will take you past stunning islands and beaches, stopping off for snorkelling and swimming in some amazing surroundings.

Enjoy one final morning in the Whitsundays before getting ready for a post-island party night with your group and crew back in Airlie Beach!

See some famous Aussie animals up close today as you explore Magnetic Island. Wander the island and enjoy its beautiful beaches. Snorkel in the shallows, enjoy a guided Forts Walk that takes in some of the best viewpoints on the Island, and relax at your accommodation.

Your penultimate stop is Mission Beach, a tropical paradise where golden sands and green palm trees fringe an ever-perfect blue sea. While here, you can explore a neighbouring national park, or try white-water rafting in Tully as an optional extra!

The final stop on this amazing East Coast Tour! Enjoy awesome included activities, including a day-trip to the dramatic Atherton Tablelands, and a snorkelling boat trip to the Great Barrier Reef, where you can see turtles, stingrays, nemo fish and more! Your final two days are a chance to relax, sunbathe, party and enjoy your final moments on this epic tour.

Your tour ends this morning in Cairns! Say goodbye to your group and guide and either head to the airport or stick around for more independent travel adventures!

On this trip you will have some free time to explore on your own or with others in your group. During your free time, you decide how to spend your time. Some travellers like to go out in the evenings for a meal and then carry on the party but there is no expectation to do so. If you prefer to chill and wake up with a clear head, then there are plenty of great options too!