2-Week Australia Tour Packages
Ready for two weeks exploring Australia? You'd need to pick one or two regions rather than everything - maybe Sydney plus the Red Centre, or Great Barrier Reef down to Melbourne. Two weeks gives you proper time rather than rushing around this massive country. You'll experience diverse landscapes, spot unique wildlife and understand why Aussies are so laid-back about life.
Insider tips: Recommended 2-week Australia tour itineraries
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14 Days in Eastern Australia, incl. Sydney and Cairns
The 14-day route connects 15 destinations across Australia's east coast. Notable stops include Hunter Valley wine tasting, K'gari 4WD adventure, Whitsundays cruise to Whitehaven Beach, and Great Barrier Reef snorkeling. Costs approx. $360 per day with boutique accommodations.
- Days 1-2
Sydney & Hunter Valley
Base yourself in Sydney's Potts Point neighborhood to explore the harbor city. Visit the Hunter Valley on day 2 for wine tasting and wildlife spotting. Book your wildlife park visit early in the morning when koalas are most active.
- Days 3-4
Port Macquarie & Byron Bay
Stop at the koala hospital in Port Macquarie. Get there by 9 AM to watch the morning feeding. Move on to Byron Bay and walk the Cape Byron track for stunning coastal views. The lighthouse walk takes about 2 hours. Remember water and sun protection.
- Days 5-6
Byron Bay & Noosa
Spend a free day in Byron Bay surfing (The Pass beach is perfect for beginners) or kayaking with dolphins. In Noosa, look for wild koalas in the eucalyptus trees along the coastal track in Noosa National Park.
- Days 7-8
K'gari & Brisbane
Explore K'gari (formerly Fraser Island) by 4WD. Wear sturdy shoes on the hot sand. Tours start early to match the tides on 75 Mile Beach road. In Brisbane, take a river walk or hop on the CityCat ferry for great city views.
- Days 9-10
Whitsundays
Take a morning flight to Airlie Beach. Next day, cruise the Whitsundays. Take motion sickness pills if needed. At Whitehaven Beach, protect your electronics from the super-fine sand and bring water shoes.
- Days 11-12
Mission Beach & Atherton Tablelands
Relax at tropical Mission Beach before heading to the Tablelands' crater lakes and waterfalls. Take a swim in Lake Eacham, where the water stays around 23°C year-round. Look for platypus at dawn or dusk.
- Days 13-14
Cairns & Great Barrier Reef
Start early from Cairns Marina for your reef cruise. A recent visitor shared: "The snorkeling was incredible - we saw turtles, reef sharks, and countless tropical fish." Book scuba diving well ahead, especially during peak season (June-September).
14 Day East Australia Itinerary, incl. Cairns and Sydney
A 14-day route through 8 Australian destinations, from Cairns's rainforests to Sydney's harbor. Highlights include Whitsunday Islands sailing, Byron Bay surfing, and Blue Mountains hiking, with stays in rainforest cabins and city hotels, approx. $330 per day.
- Days 1-4
Cairns & Cape Tribulation
Begin in Cairns before exploring the ancient Daintree Rainforest. One visitor shared: "The indigenous-led rainforest walk was incredibly enlightening - our guide shared knowledge passed down through generations." Book Great Barrier Reef trips in the morning when the water is usually calmer. The drive to Cape Tribulation takes about 3.5 hours on winding roads. Consider motion sickness pills if needed. Stop by the Port Douglas Sunday markets (8AM-2PM) for local goods and fresh produce.
- Days 5-6
Whitsundays
The 9-hour drive to Airlie Beach opens up access to the Whitsunday Islands. Get to Hill Inlet lookout before 10AM to photograph Whitehaven Beach's swirling sands without the tour boat crowds. The sun is strong here, so pack reef-safe sunscreen and wear a long-sleeve rashguard while snorkeling.
- Days 7-8
Byron Bay
Fly to Brisbane (2.5 hours) then drive to Byron Bay (2 hours). Schedule your surf lesson early when the waves are best. A recent visitor noted: "The surfing lesson was fantastic - even complete beginners were standing up by the end." Walk to Cape Byron Lighthouse at sunrise for the best chance to spot whales (May-November). The walk takes about 2 hours.
- Days 9-10
Port Macquarie & Blue Mountains
Drive 5 hours along the coast to Port Macquarie. Visit the Koala Hospital at 3PM to see feeding time. The next day brings a 6-7 hour drive to the Blue Mountains. Pack warm clothes as it's often 10°C cooler than the coast.
- Days 11-14
Blue Mountains & Sydney
Book the popular Scenic Railway ahead of time to secure your preferred slot. Take the 2-hour morning train into Sydney to make the most of your city time. Visit Bondi Beach before 9AM to avoid crowds and watch early morning surfers. The Bondi to Coogee walk needs 2-3 hours. Bring water and sunscreen.
Sydney to Cairns Explorer - 14 days
A 14-day route connects 15 cities along Australia's east coast. From Sydney's Victoria St to Cairns' Abbott St, savor 12 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 2 dinners. The itinerary features UNESCO's Great Barrier Reef, K'gari (Fraser Island), and Whitehaven Beach.
Sydney Australia
100 miHunter Valley Australia
67 miNewcastle Australia
122 miPort Macquarie Australia
197 miByron Bay Australia
158 miNoosa Australia
34 miRainbow Beach Australia
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Fraser Island Australia
14 mi75 Mile Beach Australia
151 miBrisbane Australia
567 miAirlie Beach Australia
296 miAtherton Australia
98 miGreat Barrier Reef Australia
44 miMission Beach Australia
68 miCairns Australia
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What people love about 2-week Australia tours
I loved this trip. In the two weeks I saw so much. We were in a variety of accommodation depending on the size of the town/city. The trips out for breakfast were fantastic time after time. The length of time at the various locations seemed just right. Having a local guide who was so familiar with our destinations was such fun.
Sydney to Cairns exploring Byron, Kgari, Islands & Reef - 14 Day Boutique Tour
- Best of Australia
Can’t say enough how wonderful our CEO Steve Kasille was on our Best of Australia tour.
- Essence of Australia 14 Days
Ngoc and team were great in organizing everything and in also keeping touch with reminders and notices throughout the tour which made it very easy to follow the itinerary and get to meeting points on time every day. They were also quick to respond at any time of the day and provided excellent service. The whole tour went quite smoothly and we thoroughly enjoyed Australia!!
