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Real Australia (21 destinations)

17 days

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From Sydney to Cairns

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Platinum Operator: Intrepid Travel
Nature & Wildlife: Explore untamed landscapes teeming with wildlife
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 12 - 16
Ages 18-35

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Itinerary

Day 1
Sydney
Sydney
Optional Activities
- Self-guided walk to the Harbour Bridge
- Visit the Opera House
- Wander through the Botanical Gardens
- Explore Hyde Park
- Visit Sydney Tower Eye
- Dinner at Darling Harbour
Landmarks
Sydney Harbour Bridge
Sydney Opera House
Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
Hyde Park
Sydney Tower Eye
Day 2
Sydney to Port Macquarie
Sydney to Port Macquarie
Included Activities
- Crowdy Bay National Park - Mermaid Lookout Track walk
Optional Activities
- Lunch stops along the drive
Landmarks
Crowdy Bay National Park
Mermaid Lookout Track
Day 3
Port Macquarie to Red Rock
Port Macquarie to Red Rock
Meals
Dinner (Barbecue dinner with group as the sun goes down, featuring typical Australian fare)
Included Activities
- Port Macquarie - Koala Hospital guided tour
- Red Rock - Wajaana Yaam Stand Up Paddleboarding
Optional Activities
- Water activities like kayaking and boating in Red Rock
Landmarks
Port Macquarie Koala Hospital
Red Rock
Day 4
Red Rock to Byron Bay
Red Rock to Byron Bay
Included Activities
- Red Rock - Wajaana Yaam Stand Up Paddleboarding with Gumbaynggirr community
Optional Activities
- Byron Lighthouse visit for photos and marine life spotting
Landmarks
Byron Lighthouse
Day 5
Byron Bay
Byron Bay
Optional Activities
- Sunrise viewing from Australia's most easterly point
- Explore local cafes
- Beginner's surf lesson
- Guided sea kayaking tour of Byron Bay Marine Park
- Beach time
- Drinks at local pubs or bars
Landmarks
Byron Bay Marine Park
Day 6
Byron Bay to Lamington National Park
Byron Bay to Lamington National Park
Included Activities
- Springbrook National Park - Natural Bridge Circuit Walk
Optional Activities
- Breakfast at The Farm
- Pick up lunch items at The Farm
- Explore Lamington National Park walking tracks
Landmarks
Springbrook National Park
Natural Bridge
Lamington National Park
Day 7
Lamington National Park to Brisbane
Lamington National Park to Brisbane
Optional Activities
- Sunrise viewing over the rainforest
- Explore the Gold Coast
- Relax on the beach at Gold Coast
- Dinner with group in Brisbane
Landmarks
Gold Coast
Day 8
Brisbane
Brisbane
Optional Activities
- Explore the Botanic Gardens
- Visit Roma Street Parklands
- Climb Mount Coot-Tha Summit Lookout
- Dinner with group
Landmarks
Mount Coot-Tha Summit Lookout
Day 9
Brisbane to Noosa
Brisbane to Noosa
Included Activities
- Noosa - Coastal Walk
- Noosa - Hell's Gate Lookout
Optional Activities
- Lunch
- Afternoon surf lesson
- Additional walks
- Beach time and sunset watching
Landmarks
Noosa National Park
Hell's Gate Lookout
Sunshine Beach
Day 10
Noosa
Noosa
Optional Activities
- Guided 4WD tour to K'gari (Fraser Island) - Lake McKenzie, UNESCO rainforest, 75 Mile Beach, Eli Creek, Maheno Shipwreck
- Boat tour through Noosa Everglades
- Eco-safari guided cruise
- Canoe paddle to historic Harry's Hut
Landmarks
K'gari (Fraser Island)
Lake McKenzie
75 Mile Beach
Noosa Everglades
Day 11
Noosa to Whitsundays
Noosa to Whitsundays
Optional Activities
- Everglades eco-safari (if not done previous day)
- Explore Noosa town
- Beach time
- Dinner and snacks on the overnight train
Day 12
Proserpine to Airlie Beach
Proserpine to Airlie Beach
Optional Activities
- Swim in the ocean
- Brunch at local cafes
- Relax on the beach
- Dinner at waterfront restaurant
Landmarks
Airlie Beach
Day 13
Airlie Beach to Whitsunday Islands
Airlie Beach to Whitsunday Islands
Meals
Lunch (Lunch on the boat during the full-day excursion)
Included Activities
- Whitehaven Beach - Visit
- Whitsunday Islands - Full-day Boat Excursion
Optional Activities
- Snorkeling at multiple spots
- Sunset drinks before dinner
Landmarks
Whitehaven Beach
Whitsunday Islands
Great Barrier Reef
Day 14
Airlie Beach to Magnetic Island
Airlie Beach to Magnetic Island
Optional Activities
- Beach time or eating in Airlie Beach
Landmarks
Magnetic Island
Day 15
Magnetic Island
Magnetic Island
Included Activities
- Magnetic Island - Forts Walking Track
Optional Activities
- Explore secluded beaches
- Independent hiking
- Relaxation time
Landmarks
Forts Walking Track
Day 16
Magnetic Island to Mission Beach
Magnetic Island to Mission Beach
Included Activities
- Mungalla Station - Nywaigi First Nations Guided Tour
Optional Activities
- Explore Mungalla wetlands for birdlife
Landmarks
Mungalla Station
Mungalla Wetlands
Mission Beach
Day 17
Mission Beach to Cairns
Mission Beach to Cairns
Optional Activities
- Stop at waterfalls and swimming holes along the way
Landmarks
Cairns

Landmarks
Sydney Harbour Bridge
Sydney Opera House
Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
Hyde Park
Sydney Tower Eye

Landmarks
Crowdy Bay National Park
Mermaid Lookout Track

Landmarks
Port Macquarie Koala Hospital
Red Rock

Landmarks
Byron Lighthouse

Landmarks
Byron Bay Marine Park

Landmarks
Springbrook National Park
Natural Bridge
Lamington National Park

Landmarks
Gold Coast

Landmarks
Mount Coot-Tha Summit Lookout

Landmarks
Noosa National Park
Hell's Gate Lookout
Sunshine Beach

Landmarks
K'gari (Fraser Island)
Lake McKenzie
75 Mile Beach
Noosa Everglades

Landmarks
Airlie Beach

Landmarks
Whitehaven Beach
Whitsunday Islands
Great Barrier Reef

Landmarks
Magnetic Island

Landmarks
Forts Walking Track

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Mungalla Station
Mungalla Wetlands
Mission Beach

Landmarks
Cairns

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David
May 3rd, 2026
Tess was our driver and guide, she was the best, very friendly, helpful and full of energy. It was a nice easy pass...
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Marjorie
April 16th, 2026
An excellent, well organised trip. Our driver/guide, Sarah Ellis, was an absolute treasure. The trip had to be...
An excellent, well organised trip. Our driver/guide, Sarah Ellis, was an absolute treasure. The trip had to be rejigged to allow for the road closures, but we didn’t miss anything. Underground accommodation in Coober Pedy, the opportunity to fly over both North and South Lake Eyre, the bone shaking Ridgetop 4 wheel drive from Arkaroola, and a helicopter ride over Wilpena Pound. Local artists, baby kangaroos, indigenous history, and time to wander along tracks through towering gum trees made for a wonderful experience. Our accommodation was very comfortable- and varied. To see the “red” desert covered in a carpet of green after the rain was special. Thoroughly recommend the trip.Show more
Dianne
March 23rd, 2026
Accommodation, transportation, itinerary & length of tour were great. Tour guide was very knowledgeable & helpful....
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