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2 Week Sydney To Cairns Budget

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Reversible Itinerary

2 Week Cairns To Sydney Budget

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Adult (18+)

Whitsundays

Airlie Beach + Island

Fraser

K'gari Island Day Tour

Cairns

Tropical Reef Tour

Sailing

Social Vessel

Snorkelling

Great Barrier Reef

Accommodation

Hand-picked Hostels

Surfing

Lessons In Byron Bay

Transport

East Coast Bus Pass

Overview

It's time to stop dreaming, and start crossing off those gorgeous bucket list destinations in 2 weeks! The East Coast is just waiting to be discovered so grab your swimmers and sunnies and let the adventure begin on this jam-packed, seamless itinerary.

Absolutely full of dazzling beaches, tropical rainforests, kaleidoscopic reefs and bustling cities, the East Coast will provide you with sun-soaked moments at spectacular natural marvels. Spend 14 days travelling from Sydney to Cairns, stopping in Airlie Beach, the Great Barrier Reef, K’gari (Fraser Island), Noosa and Byron Bay! With worry-free travel and good times ensured, it’s time to discover paradise down under!

Great Barrier Reef snorkelling through colourful corals and amazing marinelife.
A jam-packed island experience amongst the turquoise waters of the Whitsundays.
Tropical island guided adventure to K’gari’s spectacular lakes and rainforests.
Hassle-free, seamless and flexible travel with a locally-designed itinerary.

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
Half-day Byron Bay surf lesson
VIP Airlie Beach afterparty + welcome drink
Free luggage storage in Airlie Beach
Deluxe hostel accommodation
All bus transport from Sydney to Cairns
3 lunches
Guaranteed authentic adventures!

What's Extra?

Optional Trip Add-ons

Australia Zoo Wildlife experience
Rainbow Beach Dolphin Kayak
Magnetic Island Wildlife Island adventure

Optional Trip Upgrades

Van or rental car transport
Private room upgrade

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 you will be on fun and adventurous backpacker-style tours.

Is this itinerary 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!

Where will I stay?

You will stay in a variety of beachfront, poolside and city-centre hostels on this trip including 11 nights in deluxe hostel dorms (Byron Bay, Brisbane, Noosa, Rainbow Beach, Airlie Beach & Cairns) and 2 overnight buses.

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 personalise my itinerary?

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!

Customer Reviews

James Church

Feb, 25 2024

10/10 bucket list activity ticked off