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3 Week Brisbane To Cairns Explorer

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Reversible Itinerary

3 Week Cairns To Brisbane Explorer

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Adult (18+)

Whitsundays

Airlie Beach + Islands

Fraser

3-day K'gari 4WD

Cairns

Reef + Rainforest

Camping

Beach Camping

Sailing

Social Vessel

Snorkelling

Great Barrier Reef

Accommodation

Hostels + Cabins

Transport

Totally Included

Overview

From the city lights of Brisbane to the dazzling reefs of Cairns, discover the East Coast like a local on the 21-Day Explorer Itinerary! With the perfect combination of iconic Aussie destinations and hidden local gems, explore both natural wonders and social backpacker scenes on this semi-guided itinerary.

Stopping at Noosa, Rainbow Beach, K’gari (Fraser Island), Magnetic Island, Airlie Beach and Cairns, make your way up the East Coast in style at any budget! From decadent sailing adventures to everglade kayaks and VIP afterparties to waterfall day tours, make the most of your sun-soaked days in a traveller’s paradise!

Enjoy social vibes, freedom and local tips on this semi-guided itinerary through the East Coast’s most beautiful wonders.
Soak up the sun amongst island wonders in Airlie Beach, surf the waves at Noosa, camp on K’gari’s beaches and wander the rainforests of Cairns!
Stop at hidden gems such as Magnetic Island and Rainbow Beach to get off the beaten path and see what Australia’s really about.
Indulge in the best hostels and bus transport on this tried-and-tested itinerary made for those travellers who value comfort on a budget.

Your Sample Itinerary

What's Included?

2-day, 2-night Whitsundays Sailing Trip
3-day, 2-night K'gari Camping Safari
Great Barrier Reef Intro Dive Tour
Cairns Waterfall Day Tour
3 nights on Magnetic Island
Return Ferry from Townsville to Magnetic Island
Luggage Storage in Airlie Beach
All bus travel from Brisbane to Cairns
All meals during your tours
20 nights of accommodation (hostels, sailing cabins and island camping)

What's Extra?

Scuba diving in the Whitsundays
Cairns Skydive
Cape Tribulation tour
Scenic Heart Reef Flight
Rainbow Beach Dolphin kayak
Noosa Everglade Kayak
Van or rental car transport
Private hostel rooms

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 solo, with your partner, friend or group of your 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 they will be adventurous backpacker-style trips, so you will be joined by like-minded travellers.

Will there be a tour guide?

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.

While nobody will be waking you up for your early bus or checking into hostels with you, this style of travel 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?

5 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 5 dinners are included in this itinerary package. The rest of the meals are up to you, and you will have plenty of access to bars, restaurants 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 per day?

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. A highlight is definitely your Magnetic Island oceanview hostel! You will sleep in a shared cabin aboard your deluxe Whitsunday vessel, and on your K'gari 4WD tour, you'll be spending two nights at your beachside campsite with hot showers and all gear supplied.

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. You will pay the difference from a shared dorm to a private room, and all accommodation is subject to availability. For detailed costs, chat with our friendly travel agents over live chat to secure your space.

What kind of transport is included?

This itinerary includes 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 Noosa 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

Laura Herraiz Mas

May, 19 2024

Really positive experience, they arranged everything for us and gave us all details so we could just enjoy our trip without having to worry about bookings etc. Would recommend!

Benny P

Dec, 24 2023

Amazing itinerary! I got to see everything that I wanted to (special mention to Fraser Island- what a place!!) and booking with East Coast Tours was so smooth and stress-free! Best 3 weeks of my life :)

East Coast Tours acknowledges all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Traditional Owners of Country and recognises their continuing connection to land, sea, culture and community. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all First Nations peoples.

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