Itinerary
- Day 1
Sydney
Meet up with your travel group early and head out on a day trip to the Blue Mountains. You'll learn about the Three Sisters rock formation and walk around Jamison Ridge to take in the views before heading back to Sydney. The evening is yours to explore the city however you'd like.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Wake Up (or similar))
Included Activities
- Day trip to Blue Mountains
- Learn about Three Sisters rock formation
- Explore Jamison Ridge area
Landmarks Three Sisters Jamison Ridge 
- Day 2
Sydney
Your Trip Manager takes you through Sydney's main spots. Start at the Opera House, then take a ferry to Watsons Bay for views of the harbour and skyline. After that, spend the afternoon at Bondi Beach to relax by the water. There's an optional Harbour Bridge climb if you want to get even higher up for better views.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Wake Up (or similar))
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Sydney highlights
- Visit Opera House
- Ferry to Watsons Bay
- Time at Bondi Beach
Optional Activities
- Harbour Bridge climb
Landmarks Sydney Opera House Watsons Bay Bondi Beach Sydney Harbour Bridge - Day 3
Sydney
This day is completely yours to do whatever appeals to you around Sydney. If you like being on the water, there's an optional jetboat ride across the Harbour. Otherwise, just wander the city and check out whatever catches your interest at your own pace.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Wake Up (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Jetboat across Sydney Harbour
- Day 4
Sydney to Byron Bay
Fly to Byron Bay and get settled into your accommodation. Head straight to the beach for a beginner's surfing lesson that's included. You'll pick up the basics and start catching waves by the time the afternoon wraps up.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Wake Up (or similar))
Included Activities
- Included surfing lesson at Byron Bay beach
Landmarks Byron Bay Beach - Day 5
Byron Bay
If you're an early riser, there's an optional sunrise trip to Australia's easternmost point. After that, the rest of the day is open for exploring Byron Bay at your own pace. Want more activities? Try kayaking, relax on the beach, or join an evening bike tour to see glow worms.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Wake Up (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Sunrise at Australia's most easterly point
- Kayaking
- Evening bike tour to see glow worms
Landmarks Cape Byron - Day 6
Byron Bay to Noosa Everglades
Start with optional early morning yoga if that interests you, then head to Noosa Everglades. Check in at the Special Stay Eco Lodge for two nights, and later have a group dinner at the bistro and bar. You'll be surrounded by native birds and kangaroos while you eat.
- Meals
- Dinner (Group dinner at Eco Lodge bistro & bar)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Kangarooms Noosa Everglades (or similar))
Included Activities
- Group dinner at Eco Lodge bistro & bar
Optional Activities
- Early morning yoga
Landmarks Noosa Everglades - Day 7
K'Gari (Fraser Island)
Wake up to birdsong at the Eco Camp, grab breakfast, and then drive to K'Gari for a full day of exploration. You'll drive along the world's longest sand highway, walk through sand dunes, see scenic lakes, and check out rainforest sections. Lunch is on the island. Back at the Eco Camp later, you can eat at the bistro, visit CootharaBAR boutique brewery, or just relax.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at Eco Camp), Lunch (Lunch on K'Gari)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Kangarooms Noosa Everglades (or similar))
Included Activities
- Breakfast at Eco Camp
- Day trip to K'Gari (Fraser Island)
- Drive along world's longest sand highway
- Explore sand dunes, scenic lakes, and rainforest
- Lunch on K'Gari
Landmarks K'Gari (Fraser Island) - Day 8
Noosa Everglades to Airlie Beach
There's an optional canoeing trip on the Noosa Everglades if you want to start early, then you'll fly to Airlie Beach. Spend the afternoon walking around this laid-back hub, checking out the cafes, bars, and ocean views from different spots.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Nomads Airlie Beach (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Canoeing excursion on Noosa Everglades
Landmarks Noosa Everglades - Day 9
Whitehaven Beach
Take a day trip to Whitehaven Beach with snorkelling included in the package. You'll explore across 74 islands, seeing white sand beaches and clear waters. It's a full day on the water with plenty to see under and above the surface.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch on boat at Whitehaven Beach)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Nomads Airlie Beach (or similar))
Included Activities
- Day trip to Whitehaven Beach
- Snorkelling at Whitehaven Beach
- Lunch on boat
Landmarks Whitehaven Beach 
- Day 10
Airlie Beach
You have a free day in Airlie Beach to do what you want. There are optional water activities like sea kayaking or skydiving if you're looking for excitement. You could also book a scenic flight over the Whitsundays and Whitehaven Beach. Or just hang out on the beach, shop at the boutiques, and try restaurants along the waterfront.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Nomads Airlie Beach (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Sea kayaking adventure
- Skydive over Airlie Beach drop zone
- Scenic flight over Whitsunday Islands including Whitehaven Beach and Heart Reef
Landmarks Heart Reef - Day 11
Airlie Beach to Magnetic Island
Travel by coach to Townsville, then catch a ferry to Magnetic Island. Walk the coastal trails, spot koalas in their natural setting, try some watersports in the turquoise water, and watch the sunset over the bay.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Nomads Magnetic Island (or similar))
Included Activities
- Coach journey to Townsville
- Ferry to Magnetic Island
- Explore Magnetic Island
- Sunset viewing over the bay
Optional Activities
- Watersports activities
Landmarks Magnetic Island 
- Day 12
Magnetic Island
Spend the whole day on this island. Walk the Forts Walk to see WWII fortifications and get views of the Palm Island Group while watching for koalas. Later, relax at Horseshoe Bay and swim in the clear water. At dusk you'll see Rock Wallabies. The evening is free to explore local bars and watch the sunset.
- 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
- Time at Horseshoe Bay
- Rock Wallaby viewing at dusk
Landmarks Forts Walk Horseshoe Bay Palm Island Group - Day 13
Magnetic Island to Cairns
Leave Magnetic Island by ferry and head back to Townsville. Board a train to Cairns with scenic views along Australia's East Coast, arriving late in the afternoon. There's an interactive bush food tutorial and dinner featuring native game. A chef will walk you through native spices, fruits, and how they were traditionally used.
- Meals
- Dinner (Interactive bush food tutorial and dinner featuring native game with chef-guided experience of native spices, fruits, and traditional uses)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Gilligans (or similar))
Included Activities
- Ferry from Magnetic Island to Townsville
- Train journey from Townsville to Cairns
- Interactive bush food tutorial and dinner with chef
Landmarks Cairns - Day 14
Daintree Rainforest
Spend a full day at the world's oldest tropical rainforest. Meet the Kuku Yalanji people and learn about their Aboriginal culture and history. You'll participate in a smoking ceremony and take an art class with an Aboriginal artist. Learn about Dreamtime stories and create your own canvas artwork telling your personal story that you can take home.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Gilligans (or similar))
Included Activities
- Day trip to Daintree rainforest
- Meet Kuku Yalanji people
- Smoking ceremony experience
- Aboriginal art class
- Create canvas artwork with Aboriginal artist
Landmarks Daintree Rainforest Janbal Gallery - Day 15
Great Barrier Reef
There's an optional catamaran trip to the Great Barrier Reef for snorkelling or diving. You'll see colourful coral and vibrant marine life in the clear water. The marine crew shares information about this natural wonder and explains why it needs protection.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Gilligans (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Catamaran to Great Barrier Reef
- Snorkelling at Great Barrier Reef
- Diving at Great Barrier Reef
Landmarks Great Barrier Reef - Day 16
Cairns
Your trip finishes this afternoon. Pick from high-energy activities like bungy jumping, skydiving, or whitewater rafting. Or take the Skyrail cable car above the tropical rainforest canopy and visit Kuranda, a sustainable living village where you'll get a guided forest floor tour. Return to Cairns on the famous Kuranda Railway for a relaxing way to wrap up your adventure.
Optional Activities
- Bungy jumping
- Skydiving
- Whitewater rafting
- Skyrail scenic cable car day trip
- Guided tour in Kuranda village
- Kuranda Railway return journey
Landmarks Skyrail Kuranda Kuranda Railway
