1 Week Cairns To Brisbane Budget
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Whitsundays
Visit Whitehaven Beach Lookout
Fraser
K'gari 4WD Bus Day Trip
Cairns
Tropical Far North QLD
Sailing
Whitsunday Island Day Trip
Snorkelling
Great Barrier Reef
Accommodation
Hand-Picked Hostels
Transport
Cairns to Brisbane Bus Pass
Meals
3 Lunches Included
Overview
Explore the East Coast’s wonders with the popular Brisbane to Cairns Budget Itinerary! With this personalised and perfected getaway, get the most out of your time and dollars while you're experiencing Australia!
Hit the pristine Whitsunday Islands, dazzling Great Barrier Reef, marvellous K’gari (Fraser Island) and bustling cities like Brisbane, Airlie Beach and Cairns for a selection of natural magic! Jam-packed with social sailing tours, adventure experiences, reef snorkels and more, explore the East Coast with old friends and new ones on this unforgettable itinerary!
- Explore paradise on a deluxe Whitsunday sailing adventure to Whitehaven Beach!
- Snorkel the Great Barrier Reef and discover marinelife in Cairns.
- Grab the wheel on your jam-packed K’gari day tour and swim in glorious lakes.
- Sit back, relax and save money on your worry-free and flexible East Coast experience!
Your Sample Itinerary
What's Included?
- Whitsundays sailing and snorkelling day trip
- Guided 4WD tour of K’gari (Fraser Island)
- Cairns Great Barrier Reef cruise
- Exclusive VIP Airlie Beach afterparty + welcome drink
- Free luggage storage in Airlie Beach
- Local guides and environmental commentary
- 5 nights of accommodation
- 1 overnight bus
- All bus transport from Cairns to Brisbane
- 3 lunches
- Guaranteed authentic adventures!
What's Extra?
Trip Extensions
- Pre-tour accommodation in Cairns
- Post-tour accommodation in Brisbane
Trip Upgrades
- Van or rental car transport
- Hostel dorm upgrades
Terms and Conditions
Please read our terms, conditions and cancellation policies before booking your East Coast itinerary package.
FAQs
Who will I travel with?
This is not a group tour, so you only travel with whoever you book for. Whether that’s solo, with your partner, friend or group of your own choice, spend your downtime how you like and make memories with your tribe!
Whenever you embark on a tour during your itinerary (like your Whitsunday sailing trip or K'gari 4WD), rest assured that they will be fun, adventurous backpacker-style experiences.
Is this trip guided?
This is a semi-guided itinerary, meaning that professional skippers and tour guides lead any time spent on individual tours (like sailboats, 4WD camping tours, reef tours, and the likes). However, the in-between bits like travel days, downtime and free days are up to you.
That means nobody will be waking you up for your early bus or checking into hostels with you, however, it makes your time in Australia undeniably more personalised and flexible. Read more about our semi-guided itineraries in our FAQs or chat with a local travel agent to match you with your dream experience.
If you are looking to travel with a group of other backpackers and be guided through every leg of your journey by a local leader, check out our fully guided group itineraries.
Are meals included?
Three lunches are included in this itinerary, all of which are provided during your day trips. The rest of the meals are up to you, and you will have plenty of access to bars, restaurants, cafes and supermarkets along the East Coast.
Do I need travel insurance?
Yes, we strongly recommend that travellers purchase their own travel insurance before their East Coast trip. Travel insurance is not included in your package price, and East Coast Tours is not responsible for personal injury, operator cancellations or delays.
How much spending money do I need?
We recommend about $60 to $100 AUD spending money per day. This will cover you for a meal in a restaurant, a couple of beers and some supermarket supplies daily. For details on your daily spending budget in Australia, check out our budget travel guide!
Can I upgrade to private rooms rather than shared dorms?
Of course! If you prefer some privacy, you can absolutely upgrade to a private room. Please note that you will pay the difference from a shared dorm to a private room, and all accommodation is subject to availability. For a detailed estimate, chat with our friendly travel agents over live chat to secure your space.
What kind of transport is included?
Our itineraries include bus transport which is primarily a Greyhound Whimit Pass. Greyhound Busses are deluxe coaches with in-seat USB charging, wifi, reclining seats, air conditioning and onboard bathrooms. If you wish to upgrade your package, you can book a rental car or campervan through our friendly travel experts to go your own way!
Can I extend or add on activities to my trip?
Simply chat with our friendly travel agents to personalise your itinerary before you book. We wouldn't blame you for wanting longer in the Byron Bay surf or Airlie Beach sunshine!
Are the dates flexible?
Yes, the dates for this itinerary are flexible. Simply input your preferred arrival and departure dates before booking, or chat with our expert travel agents about your timeframe and we'll make it work for you!
Are flights included?
No, flights are not included in this itinerary. We recommend a flight comparison site to get the best deal for your tickets to Australia.
Customer Reviews
Martina Meister
Oct, 30 2024
Martina Meister
Oct, 26 2024
It was really nice was a nice adventure and I‘ve met some nice people during my trip down the coast as well as on the activities. Except the last accomodation the hostels were clean and nice and travelling with the bus was fine. It was a bit confusing the pickup for ocean rafting was very late
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It was really nice had a lot of fun at the activities