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East Coast Explorer: 5 Week | ULTIMATE

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From Sydney to Cairns
4.5
107 traveler reviews
  • Pristine beach with clear turquoise water and white sand.
  • Stunning view of the Whitsunday Islands with turquoise waters and white sand.
  • Three women on a beach in the back of a vehicle.
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  • Woman feeding a kangaroo in a park.
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Sydney

    Start point
    806 George Street, Haymarket New South Wales 2000, Australia (Ultimate Travel, 16:00)

    Included Activities

    • Guided Sydney City Tour
    • Orientation at Ultimate HQ
    • Welcome Dinner
    Landmarks
    Sydney
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  2. Days 2 - 5

    Byron Bay

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Cheese & Wine Night)

    Included Activities

    • Byron Bay Exploration
    • Beach time
    • Professional Surf Lesson
    • Byron Lighthouse Visit
    • Morning Yoga on the Beach
    • Cheese & Wine Night

    Optional Activities

    • Dolphin Sea Kayak Tour
    • Glow worm exploration
    • Waterfall exploration
    • Nimbin Tour
    Landmarks
    Byron Bay Lighthouse
    Byron Bay
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  3. Days 6 - 8

    Surfers Paradise

    Included Activities

    • Surfers Paradise Exploration
    • Beach time
    • Surfers Paradise Party Night

    Optional Activities

    • One Day Ticket Dream World
    Landmarks
    Surfers Paradise
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  4. Days 9 - 11

    Brisbane

    Included Activities

    • Brisbane Exploration
    • Streets Beach visit
    • Southbank cultural hub exploration

    Optional Activities

    • Australia Zoo visit
    • Moreton Island kayaking and snorkeling
    Landmarks
    Southbank
    Streets Beach
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  5. Days 12 - 13

    Noosa

    Included Activities

    • Noosa Beach relaxation
    • National Park hike
    • Coastal headlands walk
    • Fairy pools visit
    • Devils Gate visit

    Optional Activities

    • Noosa Everglades Cruise adventure
    Landmarks
    Noosa National Park
    Fairy Pools
    Devils Gate
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  6. Day 14

    Rainbow Beach

    Included Activities

    • Carlo Sand Blow hike and sunset viewing
    Landmarks
    Carlo Sand Blow
    Rainbow Beach
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  7. Days 15 - 17

    Fraser Island

    Included Activities

    • 4x4 exploration of Fraser Island
    • Beach highway drive
    • Lake McKenzie swimming
    • Champagne Pools bathing
    • Indian Heads lookout visit
    • Dolphin Encounter in Rainbow Beach
    Landmarks
    Lake McKenzie
    Champagne Pools
    Indian Heads Lookout
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  8. Day 18

    Rainbow Beach to Town of 1770

    Included Activities

    • Discover Town of 1770

    Optional Activities

    • Scooteroo 1770 Mini Chopper Motorbike Tour
    Landmarks
    Town of 1770
  9. Days 19 - 21

    Airlie Beach

    Included Activities

    • Airlie Beach exploration
    • Harbourfront lagoon swimming
    Landmarks
    Airlie Beach
  10. Days 22 - 23

    Whitsunday Islands Sailing

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Delicious onboard food)

    Included Activities

    • 2 day / 2 night Whitsunday Island Sailing
    • Snorkeling in Whitsundays
    • Beach visits
    • Onboard meals and accommodation

    Optional Activities

    • Whitsundays Helicopter Experience
    Landmarks
    Whitsunday Islands
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  11. Days 24 - 25

    Airlie Beach After Party & Townsville

    Included Activities

    • Whitsundays after party at hostel terrace bar
    • Airlie Beach lagoon time
    • Town exploration

    Optional Activities

    • Whitsundays Helicopter Experience
    Landmarks
    Townsville
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  12. Days 26 - 27

    Magnetic Island

    Included Activities

    • Return ferry to Magnetic Island
    • Snorkeling in island waters
    • Guided Fort's Walk
    • Aussie Wildlife park visit
    • Magnetic Island Adventure

    Optional Activities

    • 4x4 'Topless jeep' rental
    Landmarks
    Magnetic Island
  13. Days 28 - 29

    Mission Beach

    Included Activities

    • Explore tropical Mission Beach

    Optional Activities

    • Tully Full Day White Water Rafting
    • Skydive Mission Beach
    Landmarks
    Mission Beach
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  14. Days 30 - 36

    Cairns

    End point
    Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort, 57 Grafton St., Cairns, Queensland 4870, Australia (Cairns, 10:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Great Barrier Reef snorkel trip
    • Atherton Tablelands Waterfalls tour
    • Waterfall relaxation
    • Natural rock slide activities

    Optional Activities

    • Canyoning
    • Bungy jumping
    • Day Tour to Cape Tribulation
    Landmarks
    Great Barrier Reef
    Atherton Tablelands
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  • Group of people posing with 4WD vehicles on a sandy area.
  • Silhouettes of people stargazing at night.
  • Divers exploring underwater with scuba gear.
  • Group taking a surf lesson on a beach.
  • Stunning view of the Whitsunday Islands with turquoise waters and white sand.
  • A koala clinging to a person's arm.
  • Large group of people wearing Australia shirts posing indoors.
  • Two people standing next to a jeep with a beach background.
  • Group of people posing in front of a building.
  • View of a beach with white sand and blue waters.
  • People posing near a waterfall.
  • Group of people on a boat, dressed in white.
  • Group of women enjoying drinks at night.
  • Large group of people at a social gathering under a canopy.
  • People posing in a city with tall buildings.
  • People forming a human pyramid on grass.
  • Close-up of dessert bowls with various toppings.
  • Group of friends smiling and taking a selfie in a nightclub.
  • Group of people posing in front of ocean and mountains.
  • Group of people in a club with neon lights.
  • A large group of people with kayaks on the beach.
  • A pile of assorted bags and backpacks on the grass.
  • Group photo under floral arches in a city park.
  • People sitting on a jeep on a sandy beach.
  • Group of people under Surfers Paradise archway.
  • Group of people standing on a red jeep.
  • Large group posing in front of a waterfall.
  • Group of people sitting together indoors.
  • Picnic scene with two people and food items on a blanket.
  • Sandy beach with people and a dramatic sky.
  • Skydiving view above the coastline.
  • Woman feeding a kangaroo in a park.
  • Two people on a sand dune at sunset.
  • Group of friends forming a pyramid on the sand.
  • Three women standing with bicycles near surfboards
  • Woman holding a koala in a lush green environment
  • Two women jumping into the sea from a boat
  • Beach with waves and hills in the distance.
  • People posing on cars in a parking area.
  • Group of people posing near a body of water.
  • Three women floating in a natural rock pool.
  • A group of hands forming shapes.
  • Three women sitting on rocks by the water.
  • Clear blue ocean waters under a sunny sky.
  • Secluded beach view through trees with turquoise waters.
  • Group of people standing on a beach.
  • People snorkeling underwater.

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    4.5
  • Transport
    4.3
  • Guide
    4.8
  • Accommodation
    4.3
  • Food
    3.9
  • Tour Operator
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    January 7th, 2026
    5.0
    I recently completed my 5 week tour of the east coast and honestly that was probably the best 5 weeks of my life, I...
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    December 4th, 2024
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    I have just finished my 5 week east cost tour and it was just like a movie. I was able to see so many beautiful...
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    December 3rd, 2024
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    I’ve just completed a five-week journey from Sydney to Cairns, and I can confidently say it was the best five weeks...
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    December 3rd, 2024
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    I‘ve just finished the 5 weeks East Coast Tour and it’s been an absolute movie. My favorite part was K‘gari. I...
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    December 3rd, 2024
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    Really really really great time up the coast
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    November 28th, 2024
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    Could not recommend this trip enough, had the best 5 weeks travelling the east coast meeting some amazing people, our...
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    I done the 5 week East coast tour with Ultimate. I really enjoyed getting to know my fellow travelers and tour guide...
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    September 17th, 2024
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    I came to Australia to meet new people, have indescribable experiences, enjoy an unbelievably great time and what can...
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  • East Coast Explorer: 5 Week | ULTIMATE reviewer 9
    August 27th, 2024
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    I have just completed the 5 week east coast tour and would reccomed ultimate travel and the tour to every person I...
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    Carol

    Asked on December 11th, 2025

    My friend and I (both 26 year old females) are looking to do a trip down the east coast Sydney-Cairns. We both don't drink/party so we're hoping for a more social but not a party group closer in age to ourselves. We are currently looking at a May start date. Could you advise whether your groups would be suitable and if you can the demographic for dates in May. We also were interested in private room options (or smaller female only) if available. Could you advise how much extra this would be.

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    • Ultimate TravelOperator•Written December 2025

      Our tours are targeted towards 18-35 year olds so there is often a mix of people in their mid-late 20s. If you were looking for a 5 week private room upgrade (twin room) it would be an extra $2,750.00. We don't offer female only dorms unfortunately.

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    Anthony

    Asked on October 7th, 2025

    Just wondering if there is any way to reach out to others on this trip before it begins. I'm really nervous and it would help to know who else is going if possible!

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    • Ultimate TravelOperator•Written October 2025

      I'm sorry to hear that you are feeling nervous, although this is really normal & everyone feels this way before coming out. As soon as you meet your group you will feel so much better as everyone else is in the same boat and also solo travelling. There are 10 other people from the UK & 7 of which are female joining you on the Coast. Your group leader will add your group into a WhatsApp chat when you arrive. They will be on hand to answer an questions & help settle any nerves when you get here.

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    Bob

    Asked on September 29th, 2025

    Does everyone in the group start the tour at the same time?

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    • Ultimate TravelOperator•Written September 2025

      Some people will arrive a day or two early to beat jet-lag before the tour begins. But for the rest of the tour, everyone travels together.

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    Wayne

    Asked on September 26th, 2025

    how many people are already booked onto this date and how many are females under 23? I would like to do the trip but want to be sure there are other girls around my age so I feel comfortable

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      Wayne

      Traveler•Written September 2025

      I'm going to book either the 9th or 13th October trip. How many girls under 23 are currently booked onto each trip, that will help me decide which to go for.

    • Ultimate TravelOperator•Written September 2025

      There are actually 23 year olds on both of those dates (female also). At the moment we have more booked on the 9th October date so this one may suit you best.

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    Emily

    Asked on September 24th, 2025

    Would like to know about availability for January 3rd or 5th, 2026. Interested in meal details and transfers during free time.

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    • Ultimate TravelOperator•Written September 2025

      We have space on both dates. On remaining days, meals are flexible - people can cook together in hostels or go out. Only transfer included is from Sydney airport to starting accommodation. For free days, use public transport with group leader's advice.

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    Adriana

    Asked on September 22nd, 2025

    Can you please advise if travellers over the specified age range can still join the tour?

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      Adriana

      Traveler•Written September 2025

      I am more than 35 years old, very active and fit , will I be able to join this tour with you , please reply asap.

    • Ultimate TravelOperator•Written September 2025

      Unfortunately our tours are only for 18-35 year olds. We can't accept anyone older onto our group tours.

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    Shirley

    Asked on June 24th, 2025

    I would like to ask if the shared dormitory rooms are separated by gender. If not, is it possible to book a private room for an additional fee? If so, could you please let me know how much the surcharge would be?

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    • Ultimate TravelOperator•Written June 2025

      The standard hostel rooms will be mixed. However, you can upgrade to private twin rooms for an extra $2750 AUD Per person.

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    Natasha

    Asked on April 23rd, 2025

    Tours that run over Xmas and New years, do they carry on through or is there a break over the Xmas period if activities are shut?

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    • Ultimate TravelOperator•Written April 2025

      We have a small break over Xmas for tours departing but all tours which are already underway carry on right through the festive season. Our 5 Week Tour departing on Monday 15th December is one of the last to depart for Xmas.

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    Jeff

    Asked on April 9th, 2025

    What are the hostels where we will stay during the trip? What are the costs of the extra activities? Is there a possibility to eat vegetarian for the meals that are already included in the trip? Do you get in touch with your fellow travellers in advance?

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    • Ultimate TravelOperator•Written April 2025

      Hostels during the trip are: Byron - Wakeup, Surfers - Bunk, Brisbane - Bunk, Noosa - Flashpackers, Rainbow - Freedom Rainbow Beach, Airlie - Nomads, Maggie - Base Magnetic Island, Mission - Mission Beach Resort, Cairns - Gilligans. Group leader will give activity pricing details on first tour day. Vegetarian options are available for included meals. You can join our Facebook group and group chat will be created on first tour day.

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    Jenna

    Asked on March 29th, 2025

    What kind of accommodations can I expect?

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    • Ultimate TravelOperator•Written March 2025

      Accommodations are typically in hostel dorm rooms, but a single person supplement for a private room is available.

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