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Brisbane to Cairns Experience: Sand Dunes & the Whitsundays

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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Brisbane

    Brisbane
    Accommodation
    Hotel (BUNK Brisbane)

    Included Activities

    • Connect With New Friends
    • Meet Your CEO and Group

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Howard Smith Wharves
    • Explore Botanical Gardens
    • Visit New Farm Park
    • Relax at Streets Beach on the South Bank
    • Catch City Cat or walk to explore Brisbane via the river
    Landmarks
    Howard Smith Wharves
    South Bank Parklands - Streets Beach
    Brisbane Botanical Gardens
    New Farm Park
  3. Day 2

    Brisbane to K'gari (Fraser Island)

    Brisbane to K'gari (Fraser Island)
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (The Eco Retreat)

    Included Activities

    • K'gari Inland Experience
    • Welcome to Country Ceremony
    • Stories around the campfire
    • Swim in Boorangoora (Lake McKenzie)
    • Rainforest hike
    • Beach walk during sunset
    Landmarks
    K'gari (Fraser Island)
    Boorangoora (Lake McKenzie)
  4. Day 3

    K'gari (Fraser Island) to Noosa

    K'gari (Fraser Island) to Noosa
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Bounce Noosa)

    Included Activities

    • K'gari Beach Tour
    • Drive along 75 Mile Beach
    • View Maheno shipwreck
    • Swim in Eli Creek
    Landmarks
    75 Mile Beach
    Maheno Shipwreck
    Eli Creek
  5. Day 4

    Noosa

    Noosa
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Bounce Noosa)

    Included Activities

    • Noosa Coastal Walk
    • Ferry to Noosa National Park
    • Hike to Hell's Gate lookout

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch on Hastings Street
    • Relax on the beach
    • Rent a surfboard
    • Noosa Everglades Kayak Adventure
    Landmarks
    Noosa National Park
    Hell's Gate Lookout
    Hastings Street
  6. Day 5

    Noosa to Airlie Beach

    Noosa to Airlie Beach

    Optional Activities

    • Shopping along Hastings Street
    • Coffee on the beach
    • Visit Eumundi Markets
    • Relax at hostel
    Landmarks
    Eumundi Markets
    Hastings Street
  7. Day 6

    Airlie Beach

    Airlie Beach
    Accommodation
    Hostel (Nomads Airlie Beach Hostel)

    Optional Activities

    • Relax on Airlie Beach
    • Shopping in Airlie Beach
    Landmarks
    Airlie Beach
  8. Day 7

    Whitsunday Islands

    Whitsunday Islands
    Meals
    Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hostel (Nomads Airlie Beach Hostel)

    Included Activities

    • Whitsunday Islands Boating Excursion
    • Snorkelling
    • Bushwalks
    • Beach time
    • Visit Whitehaven Beach

    Optional Activities

    • Whitsunday Islands Snorkelling (Free)
    Landmarks
    Whitsunday Islands
    Whitehaven Beach
  9. Day 8

    Airlie Beach to Cairns

    Airlie Beach to Cairns
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Cairns Central YHA)
    Landmarks
    Cairns
  10. Day 9

    Cairns

    Cairns
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Cairns Central YHA)

    Included Activities

    • Big Night Out

    Optional Activities

    • Great Barrier Reef Full Day Snorkelling Tour (8am - 5pm)
    • Skydiving (310-400 AUD per person)
    • Whitewater Rafting (138-210 AUD per person)
    • Skyrail & Kuranda Scenic Railway (111-124 AUD per person)
    • Bungee Jumping (179 AUD per person)
    • Minjin Swing (129 AUD per person)
    • Great Barrier Reef Diving from Cairns (245-289 AUD per person)
    • Great Barrier Reef Snorkelling from Cairns (174 AUD per person)
    Landmarks
    Great Barrier Reef
  11. Day 10

    Cairns

    Cairns

    Included Activities

    • Departure Day

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4.4
Overall rating based on 32 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.6
  • Transport
    4.3
  • Guide
    4.8
  • Accommodation
    4.1
  • Food
    4.2
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  • Svana4.0•January 2026
    I loved this tour, saw many amazing places and our guide Jessie was perfect I reccomend this 100% if you wanna go...
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    Traveled in December 2025
  • Mireia5.0•January 2026
    I really enjoyed this guided tour. The organization was excellent, and they handled everything very smoothly, even...
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  • Mona5.0•October 2025
    The tour was literally amazing
    Traveled in September 2025
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    Thanks so much for this amazing review, Mona!
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  • Joseph5.0•January 2025
    All the best places.
    Traveled in December 2024
    Reply from: G Adventures
    Thank you so much for your review, Joseph! Our world deserves more you!
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  • Darina5.0•September 2024
    For the price and the time we had, this tour was hands down the best choice! The group was fun and very welcoming,...
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    Traveled in September 2024
    Reply from: G Adventures
    Hi Darina Thank you so much for the amazing review. We are glad you had such a great time in Australia. We will pass your kind words on to our CEO Lauren. We hope to see you on another G Adventure soon
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  • Charlotte
    Charlotte4.0•May 2024
    I really liked the itinerary, it was varied with some active days like the hike to Hells gate and back. Other days we...
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    Traveled in April 2024
    Reply from: G Adventures
    Hi Charlotte, Thanks for the review. We're glad you had a great time, but we'll pass on the issue with the hostel in Arlie Beach to the operations team. They will want to look into that.
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  • Claudia5.0•April 2024
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    Eine gut durchorganisierte Reise mit kompetenter und freundlicher Reiseleitung. Auf Lebensmittelunverträglichkeiten...
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    Traveled in April 2024
    Reply from: G Adventures
    Hi Claudia Thanks for the five star review. We are glad that you enjoyed your trip.
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  • Anna5.0•October 2022
    A great way to see Queensland with a group of like-minded people - so much to see and so much to do!
    Traveled in October 2022
    Review collected by G Adventures
    Reply from: G Adventures
    Hi! Thanks for taking the time to send through your feedback! Much appreciated.
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  • Emily4.0•March 2023
    I loved it. Would’ve been better with less days in Noosa, more in another city
    Traveled in February 2023
  • PaulVorce1.0•September 2022
    I've been attempting to contact the company for over a week in hopes of receiving support with the good to go website...
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    Josh

    Asked on September 17th, 2026

    I am interested in booking the snorkeling at the Great Barrier Reef but I am wondering whether I have to book it with the tour or it is possible to add once the tour has started. I am hesitant to book because i wouldn't want to be the only person to book it while the rest of the group is spending the day together on a different activity.

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written September 2026

      You do have a choice to book the snorkeling at the Great Barrier Reef activity on tour via the guide and the payment would be made on the ground also.

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    Lesley

    Asked on August 10th, 2026

    Is there time to do more than one activity on the last day in Cairns? I'd like to do both skydiving and scuba diving but I will staying on in Cairns for a few days after the tour, just wondering how much time I should allow :)

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written August 2026

      There may be an opportunity to do more than one activity on your final day in Cairns, but we would not recommend trying to schedule both skydiving and scuba diving on the same day.

      Both activities can take several hours, including transfers and preparation, and are also subject to weather and operator availability. Additionally, there are safety requirements regarding the timing between skydiving and scuba diving, so it is best to do them on separate days.

      As you are staying in Cairns for a few days after the tour, we would recommend using those additional days to fit in both activities. Ideally, allow at least 2–3 extra days so that you have some flexibility if an activity is delayed due to weather or availability.

      This will also allow you to enjoy the activities without feeling rushed.

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    Jade

    Asked on January 31st, 2026

    Is this a private guided tour?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written January 2026

      This G Adventures group trip is accompanied by one of our group leaders, otherwise known as a Chief Experience Officer (CEO). The CEO will be the group manager, leader and driver - this person is experienced in the routes travelled and will organize and lead the meal preparations and has experience in cooking a variety of local and international dishes for large groups.

      As the group coordinator and manager, the aim of the CEO is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. While not being guides in the traditional sense, you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. They will also offer suggestions for things to do and to see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends.

      We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting - we think it's the best of both worlds.

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    Jacqueline

    Asked on April 12th, 2025

    I am going scuba diving on the GBR from May 22-27, 2025. I would like to plan a trip ending a couple days before May 22 or after May 27 along the eastern coast of Australia lasting 5 10 12 days in a group. I am in my mid 60's and am in good shape (no trouble hiking/walking/scuba diving etc). I have a very flexible budget and would like to see some of the big cities there. I've toured with G adventures5 years ago in Costa Rica. Do you have anything for me?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written April 2025

      This tour is a part of our 18-30somethings travel style, which is only available for travellers between the ages of 18 - 39 to book onto. Our other travel styles, such as Classic, Active, National Geographic Journeys, etc., do not have any age restrictions.

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    Tammy

    Asked on March 9th, 2025

    I am a single woman (50 years) travelling solo. I am flexible and very used to adventourous trip. Is this itinerary doable for me?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written March 2025

      This tour is a part of our 18-30somethings travel style, which is only available for travellers between the ages of 18 - 39 to book onto. Our other travel styles, such as Classic, Active, National Geographic Journeys, etc., do not have any age restrictions.

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    Arlette

    Asked on March 6th, 2025

    What are the age limitations for the Brisbane to Cairns tour?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written March 2025

      Due to age limitations, not all tours are suitable for all ages. Specific age restrictions depend on the tour.

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    Liesje

    Asked on March 1st, 2025

    How long does it take to confirm a booking?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written March 2025

      Booking confirmation can take 3-4 business days as it depends on local operations' confirmation.

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    Harry

    Asked on February 4th, 2025

    Does age matters? And on a light side , I am also looking for a partner/ a friend. Does age matters?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written February 2025

      We have trips that cater for 18-39 year olds, and we also have trips that cater to everyone over 18 years old.

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    Erika

    Asked on January 17th, 2025

    What are the luggage recommendations for the tour?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written January 2025

      A day-pack for daily essentials and a medium-sized suitcase or backpack is recommended. Space is limited, so heavy luggage is discouraged.

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    Locos

    Asked on November 29th, 2024

    Is the accommodation on the tour shared?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written November 2024

      Yes, accommodation involves multi-share arrangements, potentially including dormitory-style rooms for the group.

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