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Sydney to Cairns Adventure (26 destinations)

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Nature & Wildlife
Explore untamed landscapes teeming with wildlife
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
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Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Sydney

    Sydney

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of Sydney Opera House (advance bookings recommended)
    • Attend a show at Sydney Opera House
    • Visit Royal Botanic Gardens
    • Lunch at waterfront restaurants
    • Stroll along Sydney Harbour waterfront
    • Optional welcome dinner with group
    Landmarks
    Sydney Opera House
    Royal Botanic Gardens
  2. Day 2

    Sydney to Cessnock

    Sydney to Cessnock

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of The Rocks
    • Hunter Valley Winery Visit & Wine Tasting

    Optional Activities

    • Dinner with group this evening
    Landmarks
    The Rocks
    Sydney Harbour Bridge
    Campbells Cove
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  3. Day 3

    Cessnock to Port Macquarie

    Cessnock to Port Macquarie

    Included Activities

    • Crowdy Bay National Park - Diamond Head Hike
    Landmarks
    Crowdy Bay National Park
    Diamond Head
  4. Day 4

    Port Macquarie to Moonee Beach

    Port Macquarie to Moonee Beach

    Included Activities

    • Port Macquarie - Koala Hospital guided tour
    • Dorrigo National Park - Rainforest Centre & Skywalk

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch in Bellingen
    Landmarks
    Koala Hospital
    Dorrigo National Park
    Waterfall Way
    Itinerary Image 1
  5. Day 5

    Moonee Beach to Byron Bay

    Moonee Beach to Byron Bay

    Included Activities

    • Red Rock Gumbaynggirr First Nations experience
    • Byron Bay - Lighthouse Walk

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch in Yamba
    Landmarks
    Red Rock
    The Solitary Island Marine Park
    Byron Bay Lighthouse
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  6. Day 6

    Byron Bay

    Byron Bay

    Optional Activities

    • Beginner's surf lesson
    • Guided sea kayaking tour of Byron Bay Marine Park
    • Beach relaxation
    • Explore local cafes, bars, and pub scene
    • Dinner with group overlooking the water
    Landmarks
    Byron Bay Marine Park
    Byron Bay Beach
  7. Day 7

    Byron Bay to Brisbane

    Byron Bay to Brisbane

    Included Activities

    • Byron Bay - The Farm visit
    • Springbrook National Park - Natural Bridge

    Optional Activities

    • Breakfast at The Farm
    • Beach time at Surfers Paradise
    Landmarks
    The Farm
    Springbrook National Park
    Natural Bridge
    Surfers Paradise
  8. Day 8

    Brisbane to Hervey Bay

    Brisbane to Hervey Bay

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch at Noosa Heads
    • Beach relaxation at Noosa Heads
    • Browse boutique shops in Noosa Heads
    • Partial Noosa Coastal Walk
    Landmarks
    Noosa Heads
    Noosa Coastal Walk
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  9. Day 9

    Hervey Bay to K'gari to Hervey Bay

    Hervey Bay to K'gari to Hervey Bay

    Included Activities

    • K'gari - Full day tour
    Landmarks
    K'gari (Fraser Island)
    75 Mile Beach Road
    Boorangoora (Lake McKenzie)
    Eli Creek
    Maheno Shipwreck
    Itinerary Image 1
  10. Day 10

    Hervey Bay to Airlie Beach

    Hervey Bay to Airlie Beach

    Optional Activities

    • Whale watching on the water (Jul-Oct) - AUD122
    • Bike rental and cycling along foreshore
    • Leisurely stroll along waterfront
    • Kayaking
    • Visit nearby Queensland beaches
    Landmarks
    Hervey Bay
  11. Day 11

    Proserpine to Airlie Beach

    Proserpine to Airlie Beach

    Optional Activities

    • Breakfast at local cafe in Airlie Beach
    • Explore beer gardens
    • Visit trendy cafes
    • Swimming at lawn-fringed lagoon
    • Coastal hiking
    • Optional group dinner
    Landmarks
    Airlie Beach
    Itinerary Image 1
  12. Day 12

    Whitsunday Islands - Whitehaven Beach

    Whitsunday Islands - Whitehaven Beach
    Meals
    Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Airlie Beach - Full day Whitsunday Islands & Whitehaven Beach Tour with Snorkelling

    Optional Activities

    • Sunset drinks at local bars in Airlie Beach
    Landmarks
    Whitehaven Beach
    Hill Inlet Lookout
    Whitsunday Islands
    Great Barrier Reef
  13. Day 13

    Airlie Beach to Lucinda

    Airlie Beach to Lucinda

    Included Activities

    • Townsville - Castle Hill Lookout
    • Paluma Range National Park - Crystal Creek

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch and free time in Townsville
    • Swim in Big Crystal Creek
    Landmarks
    Castle Hill Lookout
    Magnetic Island
    Paluma Range National Park
    Big Crystal Creek
  14. Day 14

    Lucinda to Mission Beach

    Lucinda to Mission Beach

    Included Activities

    • Mungalla Station - Nywaigi First Nations Guided Tour

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Mungalla wetlands
    • Dinner at local restaurant
    Landmarks
    Mungalla Station
    Mungalla Wetlands
    Mission Beach
  15. Day 15

    Mission Beach to Cairns

    Mission Beach to Cairns

    Included Activities

    • Atherton Tablelands - Millaa Millaa Falls
    • Atherton Tablelands - Curtain Tree boardwalk
    • Atherton Tablelands - Lake Eacham walk

    Optional Activities

    • Swim in Millaa Millaa Falls cascades
    • Lunch at local cafe in Yungaburra
    • Swim at Lake Eacham
    • Rainforest walks at Lake Eacham
    Landmarks
    Millaa Millaa Falls
    Curtain Fig Tree
    Lake Eacham

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  • Transport
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  • Guide
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  • paul
    paul5.0September 2025
    A well organized tour with exceptional guides. I would definitely go on an Intrepid tour again.
    Traveled in August 2025
    Reply from: Intrepid Travel
    Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, Paul! We're thrilled to hear you had a great time on the east coast of Australia with us and we can't wait to have you travel with us again.
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  • Midge
    Midge1.0September 2024
    I wish I could recommend Intrepid, but we just returned from an Intrepid trip that was a hellacious travel...
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    Traveled in August 2024
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    Hi Midge, thank you for allowing us the opportunity to address your concerns. We are sorry to read of your disappointing experience, and I can see that our Customer Care team has reached out regarding what you have mentioned above. We do hope to provide a resolution to you, following an investigation around your tour. Thanks again for your review and our team looks forward to continuing communications with you.
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  • Michael5.0April 2024
    Very well run and organized. Great tour guides.
    Traveled in March 2024
    Reply from: Intrepid Travel
    Hi Michael, Thank you for taking the time to post a review. It's great to know you felt the trip was well run and organised, and that you had great guides. We hope to welcome you on another of our adventures soon,
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  • Michaela
    Michaela5.0March 2023
    Thoroughly enjoyed the trip
    Traveled in March 2023
    Reply from: Intrepid Travel
    Hi Michaela - so pleased to hear you had a lovely holiday. Hope to welcome you back soon on another adventure 😀
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  • Sue4.0April 2020
    Was a great tour the second week is definitely the better week though as you are round the coast, Fraser Island and...
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    Traveled in March 2020
    Reply from: Intrepid Travel
    Thank you so much Sue - we look forward to the day Andrew is back doing what he loves.
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  • Shana5.0November 2019
    This was my first tour and it was great. We covered a good chunk of Australia in a relatively short amount of time....
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    Jess

    Asked on May 26th, 2026

    What is the average age of fellow travelers? Which hotel does the tour start from in Sydney? I will be in the country 2 weeks prior and in Sydney 1-2 days before the tour starts.

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten May 2026

      The average age for this trip is generally 20-40 years old, however this can span quite a bit depending on who happens to book. Currently for the November 22nd departure there are 4 confirmed travellers, ages ranging from mid-20s, to 70 years old. The tour will begin at Ibis Hotel Sydney Barangaroo. If you were looking to come in a few days early and wanting to stay at this same hotel, we can request a single room for 280.00 EUR per night. But ultimately you are welcome to stay anywhere you'd like prior to the trip and just meet up at the welcome meeting on Day 1 at the Ibis Hotel Sydney Barangaroo.

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    Natasha

    Asked on January 30th, 2026

    I am nineteen years old and would like to join a group trip on the east coast of Australia for two weeks. However, it is important to me that there are also other solo travelers my age. Can you tell me what the age range of the other participants is on Sydney to Cairns - 14 Day Boutique Tour and Sydney to Cairns Adventure?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten January 2026

      No problem I can take a look at our demo's for Sydney to Cairns - 14 Days. It looks like at this time we have 4 travelers confirmed 2 are solo's and the other 2 are a couple. Average age range is 60's & 70's. Were you looking to be around solo travelers within your age group? We do offer trips that are for travelers within the 18-35 age bracket. So that could be an option we look into for you or if you are open to all ages we can see what trips fit your timeframe Australia and provide some brief demo's for you.

  • J

    Jade

    Asked on August 18th, 2025

    What is your local (Austrailan) phone number should I or my family need to contact you?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten August 2025

      If you or your family need to contact our local team during this trip in the case of a genuine emergency only, you can reach them on: 1300 544 882 or +61 8 6219 5164

    • J

      Jade

      TravelerWritten August 2025

      I remembered we meet tomorrow in front of Vibe Hotel at 9:00 a.m. but I cannot find that confirmation

    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten August 2025

      The meeting point is in front of the starting point hotel at 9:00 a.m. today. You'll also find this listed in the Joining Point section of your Essential Trip Information. It's really important to be on time, as the group will be heading straight out on the walking tour afterwards. Joining point: In front of Vibe Hotel Darling Harbour, 319-325 Sussex St, Sydney, AUSTRALIA

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    Samuel

    Asked on July 6th, 2025

    would lve to buy this trip for my dauugter she will love to go to for that trip but she will has to go back to sydney could you arrenge for her flits or how she can get back to sydney

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten July 2025

      We are only able to arrange transfers from the airport to our starting point hotel, or from the finishing point hotel to the airport. Unfortunately, we're not able to arrange transfers between cities. Your daughter will need to make her own way back to Sydney after the trip.

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      Samuel

      TravelerWritten July 2025

      might pay if i could one more nights in hotel and buy tickits to sydney on my own, is it possible to arrange stay until 31.8 and i will buy tickets to sydney

    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten July 2025

      We can assist with booking additional accommodation at the end-point hotel, Bay Village Tropical Retreat, for an additional cost.

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    Kylie

    Asked on April 23rd, 2025

    can i (18) take my friend whos 17 on the trip with me?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten April 2025

      Unfortunately, as per our standard booking conditions all travellers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a legal guardian, or in lieu of a legal guardian, by an escort over the age of 18. Since you are 18 your friend would not be able to travel with you as their guardian on this trip.

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    Shelley

    Asked on May 19th, 2024

    Would like to add Melbourne and Uluru to the Sidney - Cairns tour. Is it possible? Are flights included?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten May 2024

      Our Sydney to Cairns Adventure does not include Melbourne and Uluru and we are unable to add that to the trip package as our tours are pre-scheduled tours with a fixed itinerary. Flights are not included in this trip.

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    Jill

    Asked on May 13th, 2024

    Is the accomodation going to be single rooms or shared rooms and if the latter, is it mixed or separated by gender? Do you still have places available for the tour starting on May 31st?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten May 2024

      Accommodation is provided in twin share rooms with a traveler of the same gender for our trips. however, a Single Supplement can be booked at an additional cost if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip, subject to availability. The 31st May departure still has 6 spots available (Please note the trip will be closed for booking within 7 days to departure)

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    Lynn

    Asked on June 22nd, 2023

    Could you please let me know if you do single supplements or do I have to share accomodation?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten June 2023

      A single supplement is available if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip and is subject to availability. Please let us know the departure date that you interested in, so that we can advise you the single supplement cost accordingly.

  • M

    Mary

    Asked on January 14th, 2023

    Is there a solo charge or will you pair me with someone? I prefer sharing with a stranger - it's how I've met the people I am going to see in Sydney and Brisbane.

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten January 2023

      We match up solo traveled with others of the same gender, you don't need to pay for a single room unless you want one!

    • M

      Mary

      TravelerWritten January 2023

      Not until April 2024. I'm first doing New Zealand and then want to see some of Australia without being on a plane every day.

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    Lesley

    Asked on June 19th, 2022

    When will the tour dates for late Dec, 2023 and early Jan,2024 be released? Very interested in booking this door!

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    • Intrepid TravelOperatorWritten July 2022

      Our 2024 dates are not quite ready yet. We are just releasing out 2023 dates in September. So they will be soon to follow! We will keep you informed as soon as they become available.

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