4 Week Sydney To Cairns G’day Mates East Coast Tour
Select Date and Passengers
Whitsundays
Airlie Beach + Islands
Fraser
3-Day 4WD Tour
Cairns
Great Barrier Reef Tour
Sailing
Social Vessel
Snorkelling
All Gear Provided
Accommodation
Hostels + Cabins + Camping
Group
Make Friends For Life
Meals
18 Meals Provided
Overview
Say hello to Aussie adventures with our once-in-a-lifetime G’day Mates Sydney to Cairns Trip. Spend 4 weeks making your way along the incredible East Coast of Australia with a group of backpackers, with stops in Sydney, Byron Bay, Gold Coast, Noosa, K’gari (Fraser Island), Airlie Beach, Magnetic Island and Cairns!
Surf, snorkel, four-wheel drive, scuba dive, hike and dance in the most beautiful gems of Australia! You will spend your trip with a group of like-minded travellers, making core memories on this epic trip. With an exclusive WhatsApp group chat and group dinners peppered throughout your itinerary, this tour is the perfect balance of social fun in a group setting with independent travel. Popular amongst social backpackers and solo travellers, you're in for the trip of your life with this ultimate group itinerary. Be guided through UNESCO world wonders, with ample downtime to do things your way! All that is left is to pack the sunscreen and say g’day to your new mates - the East Coast awaits!
- Make mates for life and discover the East Coast with a fun group of travellers
- Semi-guided adventure with welcome meals and guided tours
- Snorkel the Great Barrier Reef, surf famous breaks and 4WD on sand beaches
- All transport, accommodation and WhatsApp group are organised for you
Your Sample Itinerary
What's Included?
- Locals guides at different points along the way
- 1 night in Sydney
- 3 nights in Byron Bay
- Half-day surf lesson
- 2 nights in Surfers Paradise
- 3 nights in Noosa
- 2 nights in Rainbow Beach
- 3 day, 2 night K'gari Fraser Island Tag-Along Safari
- 3 nights in Airlie Beach
- 2 day, 2 night Whitsundays Trip
- Luggage storage Airlie Beach
- Free entry into Mama Africas and welcome drink for boat after party
- Return ferry from Magnetic Island-Townsville
- 2 nights on Magnetic Island
- 5 nights in Cairns
- 1 Day Great Barrier Reef Tour including 1 introductory dive
- East Coast bus pass
- 18 meals (including a welcome dinner and a farewell dinner at local restaurants)
- WhatsApp Group with your fellow travellers
What's Extra?
Travel Insurance
Add On Activities Package
Trip Upgrades
- Private hostel accommodation
Trip Extensions
- Pre-itinerary Sydney welcome packages
- Post-itinerary accommodation and tours in Cairns
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Terms and Conditions
Please read our terms, conditions and cancellation policies before booking your East Coast itinerary package.
FAQs
What is a G’day Mates Trip?
A G’day Mates East Coast Tour is a semi-guided Aussie adventure, with transport, accommodation and tours included. Striking the perfect middle ground of easy group travel with unique, independent experiences, this trip is perfect for adventurers who don’t want to feel like a tourist but also appreciate easy, pre-organised trips. Plus, you’re bound to make friends with other like-minded travellers from all over the world!
Is there a guide?
This tour is semi-guided, meaning that any tours (like your Whitsunday sail, K'gari 4WD camping tour and Cairns Reef Trip) will be guided by local professionals. Similarly, you will be greeted in Sydney by a local East Coast Tour guide to ensure you arrive seamlessly! However, the in-between bits like catching the coach and making use of your free days, will be up to you and your group. We'll organise a WhatsApp group exclusively for your G'day Mates cohort, ensuring you can do all of the fun stuff together!
Who will I travel with?
You will travel with a small, fun group of other adventure travellers aged 18 years and up, with friendly group leaders and guides at various parts of your trip. This itinerary is designed for backpackers and is perfect for solo travellers, couples or small groups looking to make friends and have a blast exploring the East Coast!
How does the add on activities package work?
If you opt for the add-on activities package option for your G'day Mates Trip, you will unlock extra day trips throughout your itinerary. During your free days, rather than exploring at your own pace, head out on awesome day trips.
Your Add On Activity Package includes:
- Byron Bay Dolphin Kayak
- Australia Zoo Entry
- Noosa Everglade Canoe
- Whitsunday Jetski or Scenic Flight
- Hamilton Island Day Trip
- Daintree Rainforest Day Tour
- Cairns Waterfall Day Trip
- 15000ft Skydive
What transport is provided?
This itinerary comes with a Greyhound Whimit bus pass that allows travel up the East Coast for the duration of your trip. The Greyhound Bus is decked out with reclining chairs, in-seat charging, wifi, aircon and an onboard toilet.
Please note that it is your responsibility to arrive at the pickup locations and catch the Greyhound, as there will be no guide for these parts of the trip. You can coordinate your travels with your group via the WhatsApp chat!
Do I need to have travel insurance?
It is compulsory to have travel insurance for the entire duration of this itinerary.
Are meals included?
18 meals are provided throughout the itinerary, including your group welcome and farewell dinners at local restaurants.
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.
What should I pack?
Check out our ultimate East Coast packing list for everything you need to bring along.
What accommodation is provided?
You will spend:
- 21 nights in hand-selected hostels in shared dorms (private room upgrades available)
- 2 nights in a deluxe campsite on K'gari (Fraser Island) with gear provided
- 2 nights in a comfy shared dorm cabin aboard a sailing vessel in the Whitsundays
- 2 nights on overnight buses with recliner chairs
Are there vegan, gluten-free and allergy options?
Please advise our travel agents as soon as possible when booking this trip to ensure your dietaries can be catered to where possible. Please note that some tours charge small fees to cover the cost of accommodating dietary requirements.
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