Oz East Coast 28

Welcome to Sydney

Welcome to Oz - Touching down in sunny Sydney, we will meet you at our centrally located hostel to settle in. You’ll then meet up with your travel crew and get excited for the adventures to come.

City Orientation

Today we’ll show you around the beautiful city of Sydney and learn about it’s fascinating culture and history. This evening we’ll head out for dinner and a few drinks and show you the best of Sydney’s nightlife! 

Bondi Beach & BBQ

Today we visit the world famous Bondi Beach where you can take a swim or just relax and work on your tan. We’ll then do the famous Bondi to Coogee Coastal walk and enjoy an Aussie beach BBQ and a few cold beers. Later, we'll jump on our overnight bus to Byron Bay. 

Byron Bay

Explore the beautiful and famous surf town of Byron Bay. Chill out on the beach or work on your tan, live like a local! We'll enjoy a night out this evening.

Byron Bay

Today you’ll learn to surf with real surfer dudes before enjoying a relaxing yoga class. The proper Byron Bay experience!

Byron Bay

This morning is an early start as we get up to walk to the beautiful Cape Byron Lighthouse for sunrise. Taking in the iconic views we'll chill out for the rest of the day.

Surfers Paradise

Today we head up to the iconic Surfers Paradise. We'll spend the day exploring the city and chilling out on the famous endless white sand beach. Get ready to party the night away tonight!

Surfers Paradise

Get back to nature as you take in the breathtaking views of Surfers Paradise’s iconic coastline with an exhilarating jet boat ride.

Brisbane

We head up to Brisbane today and will get to explore the highlights of Queensland’s capital with a city orientation tour. We’ll then get to chill out at the only city man-made beach in Australia called ‘The Lagoon.’

Brisbane

Today is a free day to spend the day your way—head to Australia Zoo for some Aussie wildlife or relax by ‘The lagoon.’ Tonight we’ll crank up the energy with a night out in Fortitude Valley!

Rainbow Beach

Heading up to the laidback coastal town of Rainbow Beach, we’ll get to kick back on the sand or take a stroll through town. Later we'll help you with all of your onward travel in Oz and beyond

K'gari

Head over to K’gari for the next 3 days where you’ll get to drive 4x4’s around the biggest sand island in the world. The beach and sand dunes are your highway for the next 3 days and then sleep beneath the stars in a purpose built campsite with your group.

K'gari (Fraser Island) 

On your second day on K’gari, swim in the incredible turquoise waters of Lake McKenzie and float down the lazy river of Eli Creek.

K'gari (Fraser Island)

On your final day on K’gari, explore more interesting spots on the island like the Maheno Shipwreck, chill in the bubbles of the Champagne Pools, learn about the Aboriginal history on the island and spot dingoes in the wild.

Rainbow Beach

Arriving back in Rainbow Beach, we’ll explore the colourful sand dunes before jumping on the overnight bus to The Whitsundays.

The Whitsundays

Made up of 74 tropical islands, we’ll board our boat for the next 2 nights. Relax and sunbathe on the deck as we sail to the outer parts of the Great Barrier Reef.

The Whitsundays

On your second day sailing around the Whitsundays you'll snorkel with an abundance of marine life, then later you’ll get to explore the amazing swirls of fine white sand on the world-famous Whitehaven Beach.

The Whitsundays

On your final day sailing the Whitsundays islands, you will continue to explore the stunning islands, pristine beaches, and vibrant marine life on your way back to the mainland. Once in Airlie Beach, you'll have some free time.

Airlie Beach

Today you'll have some free time to explore Airlie Beach, or try out some epic optional activities.

Magnetic Island

Today we’ll jump on the ferry to a slice of tropical paradise - Magnetic Island. Chill out in your ocean front hammock, hire a car and explore the hidden beaches.

Magnetic Island

Today we'll hike up the historic Forts Walk. Taking in the stunning views, keep your eyes open because if you’re lucky you’ll even spot wild koalas and rock wallabies!

Mission Beach

The chilled out beachfront town of Mission Beach is our next relaxation location. It’s also filled with adrenaline pumping activities that you may choose to do, from skydiving at 15,000ft over the Great Barrier Reef and rainforests, or white water rafting on the Tully River Rapids through the World Heritage Rainforest.

Mission Beach

Today's activities are up to you! Get that skydive in or relax on the beach. We'll then meet up for a BBQ together!

Cairns

Welcome to the ultimate backpacker adventure hub.

Great Barrier Reef

It’s time to tick off a huge bucket list item and spend a full day on the Great Barrier Reef. You’ll spend the day sailing and snorkelling unique outer reef locations in this World Heritage listed site. Tonight we’ll see what Cairns nightlige has to offer!

Cairns

Today is your day to play! You’ll have all day to go full adrenaline with some optional activities, like bungee jumping or white-water rafting, or just do your own thing—no pressure, all fun.

Atherton Tablelands

Exploring the Aussie oasis of the Atherton Tablelands is next for Cairns, where you will swim under waterfalls and dormant volcano craters, and slide down natural rock slides, all while learning about this extraordinary place from your experienced guide. The night will finish with a farewell dinner and drinks to toast to the incredible adventures and friends we have made.

Cairns

Cairns is the ultimate backpacker adventure hub. Here you’ll tick off a massive bucket list item and experience a full day on Your epic Aussie adventure comes to an end in Cairns on the morning of day 28.

Passport & Flight Tickets

Travel Insurance Documents

Casual Summer Clothes

Light Rain Jacket

Insect Repellant