I was looking for a trip who includes snorkel, dive and waterfalls walks etc. I want something for aprox 10 days. I am 26 years old and I don't know what's the best option.

We can recommend you the Australia: North Queensland Adventure and Ultimate Australia tour. These tours include adventure activities and are available for booking.

What types of accommodation are provided in your tours?

Our tours offer a combination of hostel stays and hotel accommodations depending on the specific tour itinerary.

Is there flexibility with the travel dates for your tours?

Yes, our travel plans are quite flexible, with various departure dates available. We recommend securing your preferred date as early as possible as our trips fill up fast.

Can accommodations be booked as single or are they only available on request?

You can book accommodations as single but they are subject to availability and must be requested.

What steps should I take after I make a booking request?

After making a booking request, you should wait for our operations team to confirm all components of your trip. You will be notified of your booking status typically within 48-72 hours.

Do you offer packages for different age groups?

Our tours are tailored specifically for young adults aged 18-35, however, for those outside this age range, our sister companies offer various trips that may suit your preferences.

When can I expect confirmation of my tour booking?

Bookings are confirmed as soon as all components of the tour package are confirmed by our local operations team, which typically takes 3-4 business days.

What if the tour I requested is unavailable?

If the tour you requested is unavailable, we will issue a full refund of any pre-authorised funds or offer alternative tour dates.

Is there a minimum number of passengers required for a tour departure?

Yes, tour departures are contingent upon meeting a minimum passenger requirement. You will be contacted if there are any changes regarding your scheduled tour.

Can I book a tour while waiting for another tour confirmation?

We strongly recommend refraining from booking additional tours or flights until your initial tour has been confirmed.

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$1,950

US $1,625 per person

Australia: North Queensland Adventure (Without Sailing)

9 days

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From Airlie Beach to Kuranda

2.7

3 traveler reviews

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Platinum Operator: Contiki
Explorer: Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 50
Ages 18-35

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Itinerary

Day 1
Airlie Beach
Accommodation
Hotel (Base Backpackers (or similar))
Landmarks
Airlie Beach
Day 2
Airlie Beach
Meals
Lunch (Lunch on a boat)
Accommodation
Hotel (Nomads Airlie Beach (or similar))
Included Activities
- Day trip to Whitehaven Beach
- Snorkelling
Landmarks
Whitehaven Beach
Whitsunday Islands
Day 3
Airlie Beach
Accommodation
Hotel (Nomads Airlie Beach (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Skydive over the Whitsunday Islands
- Scenic flight over the Whitsunday Islands including Whitehaven Beach and Heart Reef
- Beach relaxation
- Shopping and dining at boutiques, bistros and alfresco restaurants
Landmarks
Heart Reef
Whitehaven Beach
Day 4
Airlie Beach to Magnetic Island via Townsville
Accommodation
Hotel (Nomads Magnetic Island (or similar))
Included Activities
- Ferry from Townsville to Magnetic Island
- Exploration of coastal walking trails
- Wildlife viewing (koala bears)
Optional Activities
- Water sports in turquoise waters
- Hiking to Hawkings Point Lookout
- Meeting local marsupials
Landmarks
Hawkings Point Lookout
Magnetic Island
Day 5
Magnetic Island
Accommodation
Hotel (Nomads Magnetic Island (or similar))
Included Activities
- Forts Walk with views of Palm Island Group and WWII fortifications
- Koala spotting in the wild
- Free time at Horseshoe Bay
Optional Activities
- Swimming at Horseshoe Bay
- Beach relaxation at Horseshoe Bay
- Visiting local bars at dusk
- Sunset viewing
Landmarks
Forts Walk
Horseshoe Bay
Palm Island Group
Day 6
Magnetic Island to Cairns via Townsville
Meals
Dinner (Interactive Bush Food MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® tutorial and dinner featuring native game, native spices and fruits)
Accommodation
Hotel (Gilligans (or similar))
Included Activities
- Ferry from Magnetic Island to Townsville
- Train from Townsville to Cairns
- Interactive Bush Food MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® tutorial and dinner
Landmarks
Cairns
Day 7
Cairns
Accommodation
Hotel (Gilligans (or similar))
Included Activities
- Day trip to Daintree Rainforest
- Meeting with Kuku Yalanji people
- Smoking ceremony
- Art class with Aboriginal artist
- Learning about Dreamtime stories and Aboriginal history
- Creating a canvas artwork at Janbal Gallery
Optional Activities
- Sunset boat cruise
Landmarks
Daintree Rainforest
Janbal Gallery
Day 8
Cairns
Accommodation
Hotel (Gilligans (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Catamaran to the Great Barrier Reef
- Snorkelling at the Great Barrier Reef
- Scuba diving at the Great Barrier Reef
Landmarks
Great Barrier Reef
Day 9
Cairns
Optional Activities
- Bungy jumping
- Skydiving
- Whitewater rafting
- Skyrail scenic cable car over World Heritage rainforest
- Guided tour of Kuranda village
- Kuranda Railway back to Cairns
Landmarks
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Kuranda
Kuranda Railway

Landmarks
Airlie Beach

Landmarks
Whitehaven Beach
Whitsunday Islands

Landmarks
Heart Reef
Whitehaven Beach

Landmarks
Hawkings Point Lookout
Magnetic Island

Landmarks
Forts Walk
Horseshoe Bay
Palm Island Group

Landmarks
Cairns

Landmarks
Daintree Rainforest
Janbal Gallery

Landmarks
Great Barrier Reef

Landmarks
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Kuranda
Kuranda Railway

What's Included

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Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport

What's Not Included

Flights
Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

Base Backpackers (or similar)
Hotel
day 1
Nomads Airlie Beach (or similar)
Hotel
Days 2, 3
Nomads Magnetic Island (or similar)
Hotel
Days 4, 5
Gilligans (or similar)
Hotel
Days 6, 7, 8

Operated by

Contiki

Platinum Operator

Rating: 4.7(6,248 reviews)
Response time: 10 hours
Response rate: 96%
Cancellation policy

Traveler Reviews

2.7

Overall rating based on 3 Reviews

Itinerary
3.5
Transport
4.0
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
2.0
Food
3.0
Tour Operator
4.7

C
Curran
December 28th, 2022
Mark was excellent 5/5 to him.
Traveled in December 2022
Reply from: Contiki
Thank you for leaving your review during your time in Australia. We are thrilled to read that our Trip Managers demonstrate professionalism and a love for travel as they explore stunning destinations and share captivating stories, making the trip even more enjoyable. What’s more, we are incredibly pleased that we were able to help you to create some unforgettable memories.
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Yara
December 19th, 2022
Booked a trip just for them to let me know 3 days later it's not available! When I rang (as they told me to do) for...
Booked a trip just for them to let me know 3 days later it's not available! When I rang (as they told me to do) for an alternative or refund, the guy told me nothing was available on those dates when he filters them! Meaning no one even looked at that he 3 days before they took my money!!!! Every person on the phone was telling me something else and I've been waiting for my refund for over a week now! I need my money to book something now but it's taking ages and everything is selling out. VERY BADShow more
Traveled in December 2022
Reply from: Contiki
Thank you for sharing your pre-trip experience here with us. We understand the frustration that must be felt when your trip is not able to go ahead, especially as we know how much you might have been looking forward to it. With that said, we can see that our Reservations Team has been indirect contact with regarding the issue, and that you should be receiving your refund in due course. As such, we still hope to be able to travel with you somewhere one day, and in the meantime we are wishing you a happy holiday season.
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Lauren
July 26th, 2022
Positives: It was wonderful to be able to travel alongside like-minded people and I had a fun and positive...
Positives: It was wonderful to be able to travel alongside like-minded people and I had a fun and positive experience. Our guide was fantastic, and was able to manage different personalities gracefully and ensure everyone felt included. The add-on activities were pretty great. Negatives: The accomodations on this trip and the included activities were sub-par for the price of this trip. Most of the activities are add-ons (you have to pay separately for them on TOP of the listed price here). The hostels were share rooms with others on the trip, with 4-6 people per room. I don't think the price was justified for the value. You're paying for Contiki to organize activities, transportation (not all is paid for), hostels, and potential friends to make. If this is your first time traveling solo, I'd reccomend this trip completely. You'll have a great time, meet wonderful people, and not have to stress about the nuances of travel and being in a new city/country. However, if you've traveled before, you're better off saving the money and planning this trip on your own.Show more
Traveled in July 2022
Reply from: Contiki
Thank you for sharing your honest review of the North Queensland Adventure. We're delighted to read that you had thoroughly enjoyed your time away with Contiki, and that our Trip Manager really helped to make this trip all the more memorable. With said, we appreciate that you may be moving on to solo travel going forward, and we are wishing you all the best in your future adventures, wherever they may take you.
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Nick
Asked on April 13th, 2025
I was looking for a trip who includes snorkel, dive and waterfalls walks etc. I want something for aprox 10 days. I am 26 years old and I don't know what's the best option.
Age Range
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written April 2025
  We can recommend you the Australia: North Queensland Adventure and Ultimate Australia tour. These tours include adventure activities and are available for booking.
J
Joe
Asked on February 19th, 2025
What types of accommodation are provided in your tours?
Accommodation
- ContikiOperator•Written February 2025
  Our tours offer a combination of hostel stays and hotel accommodations depending on the specific tour itinerary.
L
Liliana
Asked on December 27th, 2024
Is there flexibility with the travel dates for your tours?
Price / Availability
- ContikiOperator•Written December 2024
  Yes, our travel plans are quite flexible, with various departure dates available. We recommend securing your preferred date as early as possible as our trips fill up fast.
N
Nadine
Asked on November 30th, 2024
Can accommodations be booked as single or are they only available on request?
Accommodation
Single supplement
- ContikiOperator•Written December 2024
  You can book accommodations as single but they are subject to availability and must be requested.
M
Mariana
Asked on November 7th, 2024
What steps should I take after I make a booking request?
Payments
Travel Support
- ContikiOperator•Written November 2024
  After making a booking request, you should wait for our operations team to confirm all components of your trip. You will be notified of your booking status typically within 48-72 hours.
I
Ian
Asked on September 11th, 2024
Do you offer packages for different age groups?
Age Range
- ContikiOperator•Written September 2024
  Our tours are tailored specifically for young adults aged 18-35, however, for those outside this age range, our sister companies offer various trips that may suit your preferences.
G
Greg
Asked on August 16th, 2024
When can I expect confirmation of my tour booking?
Payments
- ContikiOperator•Written August 2024
  Bookings are confirmed as soon as all components of the tour package are confirmed by our local operations team, which typically takes 3-4 business days.
N
Nicolas-Karl
Asked on July 6th, 2024
What if the tour I requested is unavailable?
Price / Availability
- ContikiOperator•Written July 2024
  If the tour you requested is unavailable, we will issue a full refund of any pre-authorised funds or offer alternative tour dates.
J
Joanna
Asked on May 26th, 2024
Is there a minimum number of passengers required for a tour departure?
Group size
- ContikiOperator•Written May 2024
  Yes, tour departures are contingent upon meeting a minimum passenger requirement. You will be contacted if there are any changes regarding your scheduled tour.
M
Marco
Asked on May 2nd, 2024
Can I book a tour while waiting for another tour confirmation?
Tour Details
Travel Support
- ContikiOperator•Written May 2024
  We strongly recommend refraining from booking additional tours or flights until your initial tour has been confirmed.

From

$1,950

-17%

US $1,625 per person

Price based on Cheapest Room

Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

Price based on Private Double Room

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Best price guarantee Learn More

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- Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an infected area for Australia. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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Australia: North Queensland Adventure (Without Sailing)

Itinerary

Airlie Beach

Airlie Beach

Included Activities

Airlie Beach

Optional Activities

Airlie Beach to Magnetic Island via Townsville

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Magnetic Island

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Magnetic Island to Cairns via Townsville

Included Activities

Cairns

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Cairns

Optional Activities

Cairns

Optional Activities

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