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Australia, 20 Days · Classic tour
Australia's East Coast
From Sydney to the Great Barrier Reef
This is our most jam-packed trip along Australia's East Coast. We'll start with Sydney and its glitzy harbour. En route to Port Macquarie (where we'll discover the world of koalas), we'll stop in the valley for a cheese and wine tasting to savour the local produce. We'll get up close and personal with an indigenous tribe to learn more about their lifestyle and origins. We'll arrive at the Great Barrier Reef and drive to K'gari in a 4x4. Among others, we'll visit the cities of Cairns, Brisbane and Port Douglas. Ready to discover the east coast?
Departure date
Departures from December 2024 till October 2025
From
Dublin, Shannon, Donegal, Cork...
Travel details
City of origin - Sydney
Departure with destination Sydney. Night on board.
In flight.
Sydney
Arrival at the airport and transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon, we'll take a stroll around the city and enjoy a welcome dinner. Accommodation.
Sydney - Hunter Valley - Newcastle
Breakfast. We'll leave behind Sydney's skyscrapers and sidewalks to head to a nature park that features a stellar cast of koalas, kangaroos, and other animals from the region. All guided by our personal ranger. We'll be in the heart of the Hunter Valley here, so there's nothing better than a wine, cheese and chocolate tasting tour.
We'll also visit the sun-kissed port city of Newcastle. Transfer service to the hotel and overnight stay.
Newcastle - Port Macquarie
Breakfast. Today, we'll go to Port Macquarie to visit a koala conservation centre. Afterwards, we'll take a stroll along the beach and hopefully spot the dolphins that live off this coast. Rest of the afternoon free. Accommodation.
Port Macquarie - Byron Bay
Breakfast. Today, we'll take part in an immersive experience about the first nations with the Gumbaynggirr tribe, getting to know their traditions and their way of life. Then we'll head to Byron Bay, a laid-back surfing paradise with endless beaches, and onward to Cape Byron to admire the stunning views. Transfer service to the hotel and overnight stay.
Byron Bay
Day at your disposal. Accommodation.
Byron Bay - Noosa - Rainbow Beach
Breakfast. Today, we'll drive over to Noosa, one of the best surfing spots in the area. Our first stop will be Noosa National Park. Arrival at the hotel on Rainbow Beach and overnight stay.
Rainbow Beach - K'gari - Rainbow Beach
Breakfast. Today, we'll experience a 4x4 adventure in K'gari, better known as Fraser Island. This is one of the largest sand islands in the world. We'll discover the most famous viewpoints in Queensland and its rainforest. Return to the hotel and time at leisure to soak up Noosa's nightlife. Accommodation.
Rainbow Beach - Brisbane
Breakfast. Transfer by road to the capital of Queensland, Brisbane. Rest of the afternoon free. Accommodation.
Brisbane - Airlie Beach
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport to take a domestic flight to Airlie Beach, a seaside town in the magnificent Whitsunday region. Rest of the day free. Accommodation.
Airlie Beach - Whitsunday Islands - Airlie Beach
Breakfast. Today, we'll take a boat trip to the Whitsunday Islands with a stop at the famous Whitehaven Beach, rated one of the world's most spectacular beaches. We'll have the chance to go snorkelling and marvel at the incredible seabed, with its array of fish, turtles, and corals. Rest of the afternoon free. Return to hotel. Accommodation.
Airlie Beach - Mission Beach
Breakfast. We'll change scenery today and head through the cane fields towards the picture-postcard Mission Beach. Arrival and afternoon at leisure to enjoy this heavenly paradise. Accommodation.
Mission Beach - Atherton - Cairns
Breakfast. Today, we'll travel to the humid tropics in the far north of Queensland. We'll discover a magnificent natural waterfall located in a tropical setting on the way to the Atherton Tableland, and we'll even be able to take a dip in its refreshing waters before heading to the volcanic Lake Eacham. We'll also visit the Higuera National Park. And to round the day off, we'll head to one of Australia's most vibrant, tropical and energetic cities, Cairns. Accommodation.
Cairns - Great Barrier Reef - Cairns
Breakfast. We'll start the day by visiting one of the country's true highlights: the Great Barrier Reef. We'll take a lunch cruise aboard a glass-bottomed boat to the famous reef. We can enjoy some snorkelling and marvel at the incredible marine life. Return journey to the hotel, dinner and overnight stay.
Cairns - Kuranda - Port Douglas
Breakfast. Today, we'll take an incredibly scenic cable car ride through the rainforest to stunning Kuranda with its colourful open-air markets. Onward journey northwards to the sleepy town of Port Douglas. Once there, we'll take a tour of the town. Accommodation.
Port Douglas
Breakfast. Free morning to unwind or enjoy the town. We suggest visiting its vibrant local markets or having a coffee at a craft beer venue. Lunch. In the afternoon, we'll visit Mossman Gorge. Later, through an amazing immersive experience, we'll learn about the culture, customs and cuisine of the Kuku Yalanji, an Australian Aboriginal people native to the rainforest in the far north of Queensland. Accommodation.
Port Douglas
Breakfast. We'll start by venturing into Daintree Forest, which is more than 135 million years old and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then we'll take a ferry to Cape Tribulation, a natural setting that boasts a privileged location on the Queensland coast. After lunch, we'll meet the family that hosted David Attenborough's documentary crew, while keeping our eyes peeled for ancient cassowary birds, crocodiles, and other wild animals. Return journey to Port Douglas, dinner, and overnight stay.
Port Douglas - Cairns - City of origin
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport. Flight to City of origin destination. Night on board.
City of origin
Arrival. End of the trip and our services.
Your trip includes
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Return flight.
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Domestic flights as per itinerary.
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Overnight stay in the listed hotels, or similar.
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Transfers according to the itinerary.
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Transport in vehicles appropriate to the size of the group.
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Regular tours mentioned in the itinerary, not stated as optional.
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English-speaking local guides.
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Diet: 15 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 3 dinners.
Your trip doesn't include
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Electronic Authorization (ESTA/ETA) to enter in Australia.
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Any other service not previously mentioned as included.
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Insolvency protection.
Destinations Visited
Expected Hotels (or similar)
In this section you will find a selection of hotels according to the category specified in the itinerary.
Flight
Overnight stay on board.
Important remarks
- Triple rooms in Oceania are generally rooms with twin beds or a double, in which a folding bed is installed to accommodate the third person. Due to the inconvenience this causes, we advise against using this option as far the possible.
- Check-in time at the hotel on the day of arrival depends on each establishment, but in no case will it be before 3:00 p.m., unless otherwise indicated.
- A moderate level of fitness is recommended.
- The order of the itinerary may be altered for logistical reasons, without prior notice, but no scheduled trips will be cancelled (except in the case that adverse weather conditions prevent its realisation).
- A credit card is considered a guarantee, so sometimes you will need one for check-in at hotels.
- Prices are calculated based on admission fees to the sights as of the date of publication. If there is an increase in these prices, you will be promptly informed.
- If you are a person with reduced mobility, please contact us to confirm the suitability of the trip.
- Consult the necessary documentation to enter the destinations visited and for transit in the countries where air stopovers are made.