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18 to 35s Real Australia

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From Sydney to Cairns
4.5 (12,123 reviews)
  • Surfers ride turquoise waves around rocky headland in crystal-clear ocean
  • Koala clings to angled tree branch surrounded by green eucalyptus forest
  • Woman in hat walks ankle-deep along secluded white sand beach with turquoise water
  • Gold Coast skyline glows in warm evening light beside long sandy surf beach
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  • Clear green river flows through smooth sculpted granite boulders in tropical rainforest
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Sydney

    Sydney

    Optional Activities

    • Self-guided walk to Harbour Bridge
    • Visit Opera House
    • Wander through Botanical Gardens
    • Explore Hyde Park
    • Visit Sydney Tower Eye
    • Dinner along Darling Harbour with group
    Landmarks
    Harbour Bridge
    Sydney Opera House
    Royal Botanic Gardens
    Hyde Park
    Sydney Tower Eye
  2. 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 way
    • Stretch legs and photo stops
    • Relax at accommodation
    • Watch sunset on beach
    Landmarks
    Crowdy Bay National Park
    Mermaid Lookout Track
  3. Day 3

    Port Macquarie to Red Rock

    Port Macquarie to Red Rock
    Meals
    Dinner (Barbeque dinner with group as the sun goes down with typical Aussie fare)

    Included Activities

    • Port Macquarie - Koala Hospital guided tour
    • Red Rock - Wajaana Yaam Stand Up Paddleboarding

    Optional Activities

    • Water activities in Red Rock - kayaking or boating
    Landmarks
    Port Macquarie Koala Hospital
    Red Rock
    Corindi River
  4. 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

    • Visit Byron Lighthouse
    • Marine life spotting
    • Explore Byron Bay beaches
    Landmarks
    Byron Lighthouse
    Byron Bay
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  5. Day 5

    Byron Bay

    Byron Bay

    Optional Activities

    • Sunrise viewing from Australia's most easterly point
    • Visit local cafes for cold-brew coffee
    • Beginner's surf lesson
    • Guided sea kayaking tour of Byron Bay Marine Park
    • Beach time
    • Evening drinks at local pubs or bars
    Landmarks
    Byron Bay Marine Park
  6. Day 6

    Byron Bay to Lamington National Park

    Byron Bay to Lamington National Park

    Included Activities

    • Byron Bay - The Farm visit
    • Springbrook National Park - Natural Bridge Circuit Walk

    Optional Activities

    • Breakfast at The Farm
    • Explore Lamington National Park walking tracks
    • Photography opportunities in the rainforest
    Landmarks
    The Farm
    Springbrook National Park
    Natural Bridge
    Lamington National Park
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  7. Day 7

    Lamington National Park to Brisbane

    Lamington National Park to Brisbane

    Optional Activities

    • Sunrise viewing over rainforest
    • Explore Gold Coast town
    • Relax by Gold Coast water
    • Dinner at local restaurant with group
    Landmarks
    Gold Coast
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  8. Day 8

    Brisbane

    Brisbane

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Botanic Gardens
    • Visit Roma Street Parklands
    • Mount Coot-Tha Summit Lookout
    • Dinner with group after meeting
    Landmarks
    Botanic Gardens
    Roma Street Parklands
    Mount Coot-Tha Summit Lookout
  9. Day 9

    Brisbane to Noosa

    Brisbane to Noosa

    Included Activities

    • Noosa - Coastal Walk
    • Hell's Gates Lookout

    Optional Activities

    • Afternoon surf lesson
    • Additional walks
    • Beach time and sunset viewing
    Landmarks
    Sunshine Beach
    Noosa National Park
    Hell's Gate Lookout
  10. Day 10

    Noosa

    Noosa

    Optional Activities

    • Guided 4WD tour of K'gari (Fraser Island)
    • Visit Lake McKenzie
    • Explore 75 Mile Beach
    • Visit Eli Creek
    • View Maheno Shipwreck
    • Noosa Everglades eco-safari boat tour
    • Canoe paddling to Harry's Hut
    Landmarks
    K'gari (Fraser Island)
    Lake McKenzie
    75 Mile Beach
    Eli Creek
    Maheno Shipwreck
    Noosa Everglades
    Harry's Hut
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  11. Day 11

    Noosa / Overnight Train

    Noosa / Overnight Train

    Optional Activities

    • Noosa Everglades eco-safari if not done on Day 10
    • Explore Noosa town
    • Beach time
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  12. Day 12

    Proserpine to Airlie Beach

    Proserpine to Airlie Beach

    Optional Activities

    • Swim in Airlie Beach
    • Brunch at local cafes
    • Relax on the sand
    • Waterfront restaurant dinner
    Landmarks
    Airlie Beach
  13. Day 13

    Airlie Beach to Whitsunday Islands

    Airlie Beach to Whitsunday Islands
    Meals
    Lunch (Delicious lunch on the boat)

    Included Activities

    • Whitehaven Beach - Visit
    • Whitsunday Islands - Full-day Boat Excursion

    Optional Activities

    • Snorkelling at multiple stops
    • Sunset drink before dinner
    • Group dinner
    Landmarks
    Whitehaven Beach
    Great Barrier Reef
  14. Day 14

    Airlie Beach to Magnetic Island

    Airlie Beach to Magnetic Island

    Optional Activities

    • Relax on Airlie Beach
    • Grab a bite before departure
    Landmarks
    Magnetic Island
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  15. Day 15

    Magnetic Island

    Magnetic Island

    Included Activities

    • Magnetic Island - Forts Walking Track

    Optional Activities

    • Explore secluded beaches
    • Individual hikes
    • Relax with a drink
    • View World War II relics
    Landmarks
    Forts Walking Track
  16. 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
  17. Day 17

    Mission Beach to Cairns

    Mission Beach to Cairns

    Optional Activities

    • Stop at waterfalls
    • Visit swimming holes
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