Australia East Coast Tours & Trips
Could you handle Australia's east coast, though? We're talking Bondi surf lessons, sailing through the Whitsundays with that insane water color, exploring Fraser Island's sand dunes in a 4x4, snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef before it's too late, wine tasting in Hunter Valley, and learning about First Nations culture in Gumbaynggirr. Sydney to Cairns properly done.
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Chloe • traveled in March, 2026
I was really apprehensive about organised travel and group tours before joining this trip, but I had such a good time on this tour I would do it 10x over. We had so many amazing, once in a lifetime experiences! Keira really made the trip for us, she put me at ease from the very start and made sure we all had the best possible time right the way through offering all kinds of support whenever we needed it. I didn’t know what I wanted to do after the tour but she sat with me and helped me plan every step. I wouldn’t have wanted to experience the east coast any other way. Super grateful for this experience & would recommend it to anyone :)
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Loeki • traveled in February
Our tour guide and chauffeur was the best!!!!!
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Timothy • traveled in March, 2026
Tahne was a fantastic guide, who gave us the full experience of sites and culture of Australia, both European and Indigenous
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The best Australia East Coast tour packages
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- Sydney to Brisbane – 8 Day Boutique Tour
- Oz Intro
- Sydney 5 Days: Iconic Opera House & Scenic Blue Mountains
- Most of the Coast: Sydney to Cairns
- Sydney to Brisbane Adventure
- Brisbane Highlights 4 Days – Cruise, Koalas & Island Thrills
- Welcome to Australia: East Coast
- Welcome to Sydney
- Sydney to Brisbane Adventure - 8 days
- UltimateOz - Gap Year | ULTIMATE
Sydney to Brisbane – 8 Day Boutique Tour
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“If you are looking for a stress free introduction to the Australian East Coast, this is it!”
Bryan, traveled in November
Premium accommodations at Holiday Inn Potts Point and Rainbow Getaway Apartments anchor this Sydney to Brisbane coastal adventure. K'gari Island paradise, Hunter Valley wineries, and Byron Bay's coastal charm await, shared with maximum 16 travelers.
Duration 8 days Destinations Sydney, Hunter Valley, Newcastle, Port Macquarie, Byron Bay, Noosa, Rainbow Beach, Fraser Island, Brisbane Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Via Travel Australia From $3,238
20% Off- US$2,590You save $648
Oz Intro
1,537 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It's a perfect balance of city and beach and I do feel like it captured Australia well.”
Jess, traveled in January
Surfing instruction at Byron Bay combines with sunrise walks to Cape Byron Lighthouse and paddleboarding through Surfers Paradise's mangroves. Beachfront hostels host group BBQs, ending at Brisbane's famous Lagoon.
Duration 10 days Destinations Sydney, Bondi Beach, Byron Bay, Surfers Paradise, Brisbane Age Range Ages 18-45 Operator INTRO Travel From
20% Off- US$974
Duration 5 days Destinations Sydney Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Vio Travel From $629
5% Off- US$598You save $31
Most of the Coast: Sydney to Cairns
38 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Well organized, I will remember this trip forever!”
Claudia, traveled in November
Duration 16 days Destinations Sydney, Arrawarra, Byron Bay, Brisbane, Noosa, Fraser Island, Airlie Beach, Whitsunday Islands, Cairns Age Range Ages 18-39 Operator G Adventures From $3,499
25% Off- US$2,624You save $875
Sydney to Brisbane Adventure
11 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Absolutely amazing trip, it was my first time going solo and was worried about it.”
Kelly, traveled in April
Sydney's harbor opens a path to Brisbane's cityscape, featuring Hunter Valley wines, Port Macquarie's koala hospital, and Byron Bay's lighthouse. Wallis Lake cruise, Dangar Falls swimming, and indigenous experiences at Orara East State Forest complete the journey.
Duration 7 days Destinations Sydney, Hunter Valley, Cessnock, Port Macquarie, Bellingen, Dorrigo National Park, Coffs Harbour, Yamba, Byron Bay, Surfers ParadiseSee all destinations Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Travel From
25% Off- US$2,365
Brisbane's South Bank sets the stage before heading to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, where you'll see koalas, kangaroos, sheepdog demos, and birds of prey shows. Next up is Moreton Island with 3 hours of kayaking and snorkeling at Tangalooma Wrecks, plus an hour of SUP and access to tennis, ping pong, and badminton.
Duration 4 days Destinations Brisbane Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Vio Travel From $450
5% Off- US$428You save $23
The 3,000km coastal odyssey from Sydney to Cairns includes stays at Byron's Surf House, Fraser Island camping, and Magnetic Island's koala trails. A Whitsundays scenic flight, Great Barrier Reef snorkeling, and retreat at Habitat Noosa round out the journey.
Duration 30 days Destinations Sydney, Byron Bay, Surfers Paradise, Brisbane, Noosa, Fraser Island, Magnetic Island, Cairns Age Range Ages 18-39 Operator Welcome To Travel From
5% Off- US$3,283
