4 Week Sydney To Cairns Explorer

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Airlie Beach + Island

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2-night 4WD Tour

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Cairns

Reef + Rainforest

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Camping

Beach Campsite

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Sailing

Social Vessel

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Snorkelling

Great Barrier Reef

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Accommodation

Hostels + Cabins + Beach Camping

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28 Day Sydney To Cairns Explorer

Overview

From the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge to the lush rainforests of Cairns, slow it down and truly experience the Aussie East Coast with the 28-Day Explorer Itinerary! Immerse yourself in some of the most incredible natural marvels in the world like the Great Barrier Reef, the Great Dividing Range and the Whitsunday Islands, with an array of unique and local experiences at your fingertips!

Surf the waves of Byron Bay, meet new mates in Gold Coast, take a dip in the Noosa fairy pools, cuddle a koala on Magnetic Island, dance the nights away in Brisbane city, 4WD down K’gari’s shores and sail into the Whitsunday Island sunset! With plenty of time to do your own thing as well as a multitude of award-winning tours, see all of the best corners of Australia like the true explorer you are!

  • Perfect for adventurous travellers with snorkelling, scuba diving, 4WDing, camping and sailing!
  • Embark on experiences perfect for backpackers with social atmospheres and excellent value for money.
  • Spend longer in each tropical destination with this extended itinerary designed to showcase the relaxed coastal lifestyle!
  • Chill out and focus on making memories with 24/7 support and all transport and accommodation sorted!

Your Sample Itinerary

What's Included?

  • Great Barrier Reef tour including 1 introductory dive
  • Return ferry to Magnetic Island from Townsville
  • 2-day 2-night Whitsundays social sailing adventure
  • Luggage storage Airlie Beach
  • 3-day 2-night K'gari tag-along camping safari
  • Half-day Byron Bay surf lesson
  • All bus transport from Sydney to Cairns
  • Meals during your tours
  • 27 nights of accommodation (hostels, overnight buses, sailing cabins and island camping)

What's Extra?

Trip Upgrade

  • Cape Tribulation day tour
  • Cairns Waterfall Tour
  • Scenic Heart Reef Flight 
  • Airlie Beach Skydive
  • Rainbow Beach Dolphin kayak
  • Noosa Everglade Kayak
  • Van or rental car transport
  • Private hostel accommodation

Trip Extension

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 connect with the gorgeous locations on the way!

Whenever you embark on a tour during your itinerary (like your Whitsunday sailing trip or K'gari 4WD), rest assured they will be fun and adventurous backpacker-style tours.

Are meals included?
4 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 4 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.
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.

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. 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. You also have 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. 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 Byron Bay surf or Airlie Beach sunshine!
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

Morgan Bradley

Feb, 29 2024

Fun

Morgan Bradley

Feb, 29 2024

Good

Morgan Bradley

Feb, 29 2024

No problems at all, great way to travel the east coast

Morgan Bradley

Feb, 29 2024

Really fun experience and great staff.

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