Where does the Australia: City to Surf tour end and at what time?

The trip ends upon arrival at Brisbane Airport approximately 12:00PM.

What is the policy on internal flights within the tour?

Internal flights are included with a maximum weight for checked baggage of 20kg and 7kg for carry-on. Additional baggage will incur extra fees.

Is travel insurance required for the tour?

Yes, comprehensive travel insurance is required for participating in the tour.

Is it possible to book optional excursions in advance?

Optional excursions cannot be pre-booked. They will be offered by the Travel Director at the beginning of your trip and are subject to availability and local circumstances.

Are there any special considerations for luggage?

Yes, besides the general luggage requirements, all passengers' baggage must match exactly as per the airline's baggage policy to avoid any discrepancies and potential additional charges.

What are some key activities included in the tour?

The tour includes various activities but specific ones like snorkeling are not included; however, it includes surfing lessons. For snorkeling, other specific tours are recommended.

What should I do if I haven't decided on my departure details after the tour ends?

If you haven't booked your onward or return journey yet, you can update your details later. It's not mandatory to have those details at the time of booking.

What type of accommodation is provided on the tour?

The tour offers multi-share rooms that accommodate a maximum of 6 people of the same gender.

can i skip the Sydney days?

Absolutely! You just need to let us know the exact join details so we can update your booking. Please note though that this won't affect the trip price.

Can I join the tour on day 2 and skip the Sydney days?

Yes, you can join the tour later but please inform us about your exact join details. Note that this will not affect the tour price.

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Sydney to Noosa (Until Mar '27)

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Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Sydney
Sydney
Accommodation
Hotel (Wake Up (or similar))
Included Activities
- Day trip to Blue Mountains
- Three Sisters rock formation viewing and legend learning
- Jamison Ridge exploration
Landmarks
Blue Mountains
Three Sisters
Jamison Ridge
Day 2
Sydney
Sydney
Accommodation
Hotel (Wake Up (or similar))
Included Activities
- Sydney city highlights tour
- Opera House viewing
- Ferry to Watsons Bay
- Bondi Beach visit
Optional Activities
- Harbour Bridge climb
Landmarks
Sydney Opera House
Watsons Bay
Bondi Beach
Sydney Harbour Bridge
Day 3
Sydney
Sydney
Accommodation
Hotel (Wake Up (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Jetboat across Sydney Harbour
- Skydiving experience
Day 4
Sydney to Byron Bay
Sydney to Byron Bay
Accommodation
Hotel (Wake Up (or similar))
Included Activities
- Surfing lesson at Byron Bay beach
Optional Activities
- Explore Byron Bay township and local attractions
Landmarks
Byron Bay Beach
Day 5
Byron Bay
Byron Bay
Accommodation
Hotel (Wake Up (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Early morning yoga session
- Kayaking
- Evening bike tour to view glow worms
Landmarks
Byron Bay
Day 6
Byron Bay to Noosa Everglades
Byron Bay to Noosa Everglades
Meals
Dinner (Group dinner in the bistro and bar area at Eco Lodge)
Accommodation
Hotel (Kangarooms Noosa Everglades (or similar))
Included Activities
- MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at The Farm - supporting local farming and community initiatives
- Group dinner at Eco Lodge bistro and bar
Optional Activities
- Early morning sunrise viewing at Australia's most easterly point (Byron Bay)
Landmarks
Byron Bay Headland (Australia's most easterly point)
The Farm
Noosa Everglades
Day 7
Noosa Everglades - K'Gari
Noosa Everglades - K'Gari
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch on K'Gari)
Accommodation
Hotel (Kangarooms Noosa Everglades (or similar))
Included Activities
- Full day K'Gari (Fraser Island) excursion - sand dunes, scenic lakes, and rainforests
- Cruise along the world's longest sand highway
Optional Activities
- Dine at Eco Lodge bistro
- Sample offerings at CootharaBAR boutique brewery
Landmarks
K'Gari (Fraser Island)
Day 8
Noosa Everglades to Brisbane
Noosa Everglades to Brisbane
Optional Activities
- Canoeing excursion on Noosa Everglades
Landmarks
Noosa Everglades

Landmarks
Blue Mountains
Three Sisters
Jamison Ridge

Landmarks
Sydney Opera House
Watsons Bay
Bondi Beach
Sydney Harbour Bridge

Landmarks
Byron Bay Beach

Landmarks
Byron Bay

Landmarks
Byron Bay Headland (Australia's most easterly point)
The Farm
Noosa Everglades

Landmarks
K'Gari (Fraser Island)

Landmarks
Noosa Everglades

Accommodation
Flights
Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport

What's Not Included

Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

Wake Up (or similar)
Hotel
Days 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Kangarooms Noosa Everglades (or similar)
Hotel
Days 6, 7

All accommodations are subject to change

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Rating: 4.7 (6,393 reviews)
Response time: within 1 day
Response rate: 92%
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Traveler Reviews

4.8

Overall rating based on 5 Reviews

Itinerary
5.0
Transport
4.8
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
4.3
Food
4.5
Tour Operator
4.7

Marie5.0•January 2023
Great way to see Sydney and tick off some Australian bucket list items!
Traveled in January 2023
Reply from: Contiki
Thank you for your amazing review during your time in Australia. We're delighted you had such a wonderful experience and look forward to welcoming you back soon on your next Contiki adventure.
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Ashley5.0•April 2016
This tour, although only lasting 7 days, was one of the best experiences of my life so far. I had never been abroad...
This tour, although only lasting 7 days, was one of the best experiences of my life so far. I had never been abroad before my Contiki tour and it made the new experience so easy. Everything was taken care of and organized, thanks to our amazing guide Trys, which made doing all the many activities we did so much more rewarding because we could actually do everything. Trys made sure everyone was social and participated in everything they could as well as planned group games or competitions against the others on the tour. I ended up leaving with 48 new friends (as well as my friend I traveled with of course) and already missed everyone as soon as I got home. I did travel with a friend from home but Contiki makes it so easy to travel alone, I am considering doing that in the future. There were multiple activities that were planned that would have been amazing to do but weather got the best of us for most of them. Thats the only thing I had regrets about not getting to do, as well as not taking a longer tour :) 7 days was not enough! But it was enough to start my obsession with traveling and get me excited for all the possibilities in my future travels. Show more
Traveled in November 2015
Heidi4.0•April 2016
What an amazing experience! I don't know what I was expecting but it was incredible. I made great friends and met...
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Traveled in January 2016
Panayiota5.0•April 2016
The absolute best week of my life...ive done 3 contiki tours since and I can honestly say that my guide Trys was the...
The absolute best week of my life...ive done 3 contiki tours since and I can honestly say that my guide Trys was the best one out of the four. His energy was genuine and contagious...he made a group of 50 diverse personalities blend as one...his humour was on point and met potentially long coach trips an opportunity for fun and banter. Moreover, in a world obsessed with routine and rules, he taught me that its okay to be myself, go against the grain, have adventures and make up my own rules. He not only made me eager to experience Australia in that week, but to continue to explore the world with curious eyes for the rest of my life. I suppose in a way, he truely taught me to be free, He inspired all of us in a way that no other no guide has managed to do since. Show more
Traveled in August 2014
Marie5.0•April 2016
It was an amazing experience. I highly recommend this tour. After 1 week with the people you meet, you just don't...
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Traveled in August 2015

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Caitlin
Asked on March 12th, 2025
Where does the Australia: City to Surf tour end and at what time?
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written March 2025
  The trip ends upon arrival at Brisbane Airport approximately 12:00PM.
M
Maria Salut
Asked on February 1st, 2025
What is the policy on internal flights within the tour?
Flights / Transfers
- ContikiOperator•Written February 2025
  Internal flights are included with a maximum weight for checked baggage of 20kg and 7kg for carry-on. Additional baggage will incur extra fees.
N
Natasha
Asked on January 22nd, 2025
Is travel insurance required for the tour?
Travel Support
- ContikiOperator•Written January 2025
  Yes, comprehensive travel insurance is required for participating in the tour.
G
Gabriele
Asked on November 5th, 2024
Is it possible to book optional excursions in advance?
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written November 2024
  Optional excursions cannot be pre-booked. They will be offered by the Travel Director at the beginning of your trip and are subject to availability and local circumstances.
K
Karol
Asked on September 23rd, 2024
Are there any special considerations for luggage?
Other
- ContikiOperator•Written September 2024
  Yes, besides the general luggage requirements, all passengers' baggage must match exactly as per the airline's baggage policy to avoid any discrepancies and potential additional charges.
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Clara
Asked on August 25th, 2024
What are some key activities included in the tour?
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written August 2024
  The tour includes various activities but specific ones like snorkeling are not included; however, it includes surfing lessons. For snorkeling, other specific tours are recommended.
P
Pia
Asked on August 24th, 2024
What should I do if I haven't decided on my departure details after the tour ends?
Tour Details
Travel Support
- ContikiOperator•Written August 2024
  If you haven't booked your onward or return journey yet, you can update your details later. It's not mandatory to have those details at the time of booking.
J
Jerry
Asked on March 22nd, 2024
What type of accommodation is provided on the tour?
Accommodation
- ContikiOperator•Written March 2024
  The tour offers multi-share rooms that accommodate a maximum of 6 people of the same gender.
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Alyssa
Asked on February 29th, 2024
can i skip the Sydney days?
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written February 2024
  Absolutely! You just need to let us know the exact join details so we can update your booking. Please note though that this won't affect the trip price.
R
Romy
Asked on February 6th, 2024
Can I join the tour on day 2 and skip the Sydney days?
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written February 2024
  Yes, you can join the tour later but please inform us about your exact join details. Note that this will not affect the tour price.

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