6 Week Guided Sydney to Cairns Group Tour

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Group Leader

Awesome Aussie Guide

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Sailing

Whitsunday Island + Cairns Boats

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Snorkelling

Great Barrier Reef Trips

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Accommodation

42 Nights Included

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Transport

Comfortable Coach

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Locations

The Whole East Coast

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Group

Fun Backpacker Mates

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Meals

9 Breakfasts + 6 Lunches + 6 Dinners

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Overview

Take your time and bask in the magic of Australia’s East Coast with this 6-week Sydney to Cairns adventure. The surf’s up and the sun’s out, so put your shades on and let the good times roll! With a social and fun group and an awesome guide to lead the way, do backpacking Down Under like never before… you’re bound to finish up your itinerary with a killer tan, a full camera roll and friends to last a lifetime.

With abundant stops in coastal havens, bustling cities and tropical islands, discover Sydney, Bondi Beach, Byron Bay, the Gold Coast, Brisbane, Noosa, K’gari (Fraser Island), Airlie Beach, Mission Beach and Cairns! Surf, snorkel, sail, hike, four-wheel drive, swim and party as you have a blast in iconic destinations and local towns! This is our favourite extended and guided itinerary, with plenty of free time balanced with exciting group experiences along the way. Say g’day to paradise, Australia awaits! 

  • Sail the Whitsundays, 4WD through K’gari, snorkel the Great Barrier Reef and chase waterfalls in Cairns on inclusive tours.
  • Soak up the sun with stops in beaches and surf towns like Noosa, Gold Coast, Byron Bay and Bondi Beach!
  • Your local guide will show you the best of the East Coast, your fun group of 18 to 35-year-olds in tow!
  • Travel in a comfy coach and stay in deluxe flashpacker accommodation, with all of the little details totally sorted!
  • 24/7 support from your team at East Coast Tours means all of your questions are answered so you can focus on the good stuff!

Your Sample Itinerary

What's Included?

  • 42 nights accommodation
  • 2 overnight busses
  • Local guide available throughout your whole itinerary
  • Two-day, two-night Whitsunday sailing trip
  • Airlie Beach VIP afterparty
  • Great Barrier Reef snorkel day trip
  • Three-day, two-night K’gari 4WD Safari
  • Cairns guided waterfall tour
  • Magnetic Island experience
  • Byron Bay yoga class
  • Byron Bay surf lesson
  • Byron Bay guided lighthouse walk
  • Gold Coast guided walk
  • Blue Mountains hiking day trip
  • Sydney & Brisbane City tours
  • Sydney Party crawl
  • Noosa guided coastal walk
  • 21 Meals - 9 x Breakfast, 6 x Lunch, 6 x Dinner

What's Extra?

Travel Insurance

Trip Extensions

Trip Upgrades

  • Cairns, Mission Beach or Airlie Beach Skydive
  • Cairns or Mission Beach Whitewater Rafting
  • Cairns or Airlie Beach Dive Trip
  • Airlie Beach Jet Ski
  • Airlie Beach Scenic Flight
  • Airlie Beach Waterfall Day Tour

Levies & Tour Extras

Payable on arrival of tours

  • Fraser Island Insurance Fee ($20 AUD)
  • Fraser Island Sleeping Bag Hire ($10 AUD) - optional
  • Great Barrier Reef Conservation Levy ($20 AUD)
  • Whitsundays National Park EMC Levy ($30 AUD) 

Terms and Conditions

Please read our terms, conditions and cancellation policies before booking your East Coast itinerary package. 

FAQs

Do I need travel insurance?

Yes, travel insurance is compulsory for the duration of this trip.

What should I pack?

Check out our complete guide to packing for your East Coast tour for recommendations. 

What is the accommodation like?

You get 42 nights of accommodation in various hostels, resorts, and overnight tour accommodation. You'll stay in shared dorm style rooms. 

What meals are included?

21 Meals (9 x Breakfast, 6 x Lunch, 6 x Dinner) are included, other meals are at your own expense. 

Can my dietary requirements be catered for?

Yes, but please let us know upon booking about any allergies or dietaries so we can contact the tour operators in advance. Extra fees may apply on some tours for dietary requirements. 

What transport is included?

You will travel via comfortable coach bus, including 2 overnight busses. 

Are there any age restrictions?

This trip is perfect for anybody aged 18 and up who loves adventure! Whether you're a backpacker, couple, group of friends, or solo traveller, anyone with a positive mindset and adventurous spirit will have a blast on this East Coast tour. 

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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