East Coast Encompassed - 17 days

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Journey from Sydney to Cairns on our longest Australia tour. This escorted 17-day group trip takes in all the main highlights of Australia's East Coast, including Brisbane, Newcastle and Cairns. Unwind on the blissful beaches of Byron Bay and explore Fraser Island on a 4WD adventure. See rehabilitated koalas at Port Macquarie, cruise the Whitsundays and dive ...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Sydney - Begin your adventure in this iconic city, with a short tour and free time to explore
    • Hunter Valley - See koalas, kangaroos and more at a wildlife park and enjoy a wine and cheese tour
    • Byron Bay - Spend a free day unwinding in one of Australia's most famous beach locations and enjoy a First Nations experience
    • Fraser Island - Get the adrenalin pumping on a 4WD adventure, search for dingoes, enjoy a rainforest walk and opt to swim in a crystal clear lake
    • Brisbane - Embark on a guided orientation walk and enjoy free time in Queensland's capital
    • Airlie Beach & Mission Beach - Unwind with free time to soak up some sun and explore these two resort towns
    • Whitsundays - Cruise around this stunning group of islands, stop at famous Whitehaven Beach and snorkel in the clear ocean
    • Atherton Tablelands - Take a dip under a plunging waterfall, see the crater Lake Eacham and admire the famous Curtain Fig Tree
    • Great Barrier Reef - Snorkel amongst the corals and tropical fish at one of the world's more famous and fragile natural wonders
    • Kuranda - Ride over an ancient rainforest in a gondola, sampling incredible views for miles around

What's this trip about?

    Journey from Sydney to Cairns on our longest Australia tour. This escorted 17-day group trip takes in all the main highlights of Australia's East Coast, including Brisbane, Newcastle and Cairns. Unwind on the blissful beaches of Byron Bay and explore Fraser Island on a 4WD adventure. See rehabilitated koalas at Port Macquarie, cruise the Whitsundays and dive beneath the waves on a Great Barrier Reef snorkelling excursion. Take in the Daintree Rainforest on foot, walk through Mossman Gorge and spot snapping crocs on an included nature cruise.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 16 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CitySydney
End CityCairns

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

  • Australia

Attractions

  • Brisbane
  • Cairns
  • Sydney

Trip includes

    • 15 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 3 dinners
    • 16 nights 3-4 star hotels
    • Escorted by an expert local guide
    • All transportation in private, air-conditioned vehicles
    • Economy class flight from Brisbane - Airlie Beach
    • Orientation sightseeing tours in Sydney, Newcastle, Brisbane & Port Douglas
    • Hunter Valley Conservation Wildlife Park visit & wine, cheese & chocolate tour
    • Port Macquarie Koala Hospital visit
    • Byron Bay First Nations experience
    • Noosa National Park visit
    • Fraser Island 4WD adventure
    • Whitsundays Islands cruise with snorkelling
    • Atherton Tablelands tour
    • Great Barrier Reef glass-bottomed boat tour and snorkelling
    • Kuranda rainforest gondola ride
    • Mossman Gorge / Daintree Rainforest walk
    • Kuku Yalanji (First Nations) cultural experience
    • Daintree Rainforest crocodile cruise
    • Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day : 1 Sydney

Our journey begins in Australia's Harbour City, renowned for its stunning beauty and prominence on the east coast. After settling into your room, join our tour leader and fellow travellers for a welcome meeting and an orientation walk at 6pm. Following that, we will indulge in a delightful welcome dinner, so you can get to know the group. After dinner, the evening is yours to spend how you wish.

Day : 2 Newcastle

Sydney - Newcastle. We depart Sydney and venture into a wildlife park in the heart of the Hunter Valley. This park is home to a variety of native animals, including koalas, kangaroos, and more. During our visit, we will be accompanied by our own personal wildlife rang...

Day : 3 Port Macquarie

Newcastle - Port Macquarie. After breakfast, we drive to Port Macquarie, where we visit a local koala hospital and meet the dedicated volunteers and their cuddly patients. During our visit, you will come face to face with rescued and rehabilitated koalas and will lear...

Day : 4-5 Byron Bay

Port Macquarie - Byron Bay. On the morning of day 4, join us in a captivating experience with the Gumbaynggirr nation to learn about their rich First Nations culture. This immersive encounter will allow you to connect with the traditional custodians of this land. ...

Day : 6 Noosa

Byron Bay - Noosa - Rainbow Beach. Today we cross into Queensland and make our way to Noosa National Park. Here you will have the chance to spot koalas and other native Australian animals, as well as taking in the stunning scenery. Arriving in Rainbow Beach, the evening is free. Why not head out for a stroll along the beach?

Day : 7 Fraser Island

Rainbow Beach - Fraser Island - Rainbow Beach. Experience the thrill of a lifetime on an unforgettable 4WD K'Gari adventure today. Formerly known as Fraser Island, this destination has been recently renamed K'gari, reflecting its original Butchulla name meaning "parad...

Day : 8 Brisbane

Rainbow Beach - Brisbane. Today, we are heading to Brisbane, the capital of Queensland, also known by many locals as Bris-Vegas. The city will host the 2032 Summer Olympics. This relaxed, sunny, and buzzing city truly represents the quintessential Australian spirit. To get a feel of the city, we take a short walk along the Brisbane River and you can then explore its surroundings independently.

Day : 9 Airlie Beach

Brisbane - Airlie Beach. This morning we head to the airport for our included flight to Airlie Beach, a beautiful destination in the Whitsundays. The rest of the day is free, and full of possibilities. You can wander around the town, discover a trendy bar, or even explore the nearby local swimming hole, it's up to you!

Day : 10 Airlie Beach

Today we're enjoying a laid-back morning cruise around the picturesque islands of the Whitsundays. Our itinerary includes a visit to the renowned Whitehaven beach, which boasts stunning white sands, crystal clear blue waters, and lush greenery. For a more immersive ex...

Day : 11 Mission Beach

Airlie Beach - Mission Beach. Today, we will experience a change of scenery as we travel through rolling cane fields to the charming coastal resort of Mission Beach. In the afternoon, there is ample time to relax and appreciate the crystal-clear waters and breathtakin...

Day : 12 Mission Beach

Start your day by enjoying a delicious breakfast before we embark on a journey through the lush wet tropics of Far North Queensland. On our way to the Atherton Tablelands, we will come across a breathtaking plunge waterfall hidden within a dense tropical rainforest. H...

Day : 13 Cairns

Mission Beach - Cairns. Today may go down as the highlight of your Australia tour, as we embark on a cruise aboard a glass-bottomed boat to the UNESCO-protected Great Barrier Reef, one of the world's most renowned natural wonders. Don your mask and snorkel and head be...

Day : 14 Kuranda

Cairns - Kuranda - Port Douglas. Departing Cairns, we journey first to Kuranda. Here we enjoy an included ride on the Skyrail gondola, which passes over the world's oldest living tropical rainforest. Soak up the magnificent view over this ancient forest, teeming with ...

Day : 15 Port Douglas

Enjoy a lie in, rise early for a morning jog or grab a fresh coffee from one of Port Douglas' many local brewers - the first part of the day is at leisure. In the afternoon, an included visit to Mossman Gorge offers an unforgettable opportunity to explore the anci...

Day : 16 Port Douglas

Today is a significant day as we venture further into the renowned Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation on a short ferry ride. Keep your eyes peeled for the ancient cassowary, crocodiles and other native wildlife as we explore the rainforest. And you will also hav...

Day : 17 Cairns

Port Douglas - Cairns. Enjoy a final breakfast in Port Douglas before we make the drive south back to Cairns, where our tour comes to an end.

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Escaping a cold London winter back in 1998, we followed the sun for a colourful adventure around the world. Discovering amazing history, interesting cultures and the jaw-dropping beauty of our planet, the friends we made along the way made our journey all the more special. Inspired to share our experiences, the seeds were sown and On The Go Tours was born.

Over the years we’ve grown into a small yet global company, with a purposeful local ethos. True to our own travels, authenticity is core to our holidays. We’d love you to experience a country the way it really is, with people who live there and know it inside out. We know this makes the difference between a great holiday and a truly memorable one. Our carefully sought out English-speaking local guides are passionate about sharing their country with you and we believe that they are amongst the best in the business.

We know too that adventure feels better with a chilled beer poolside or a soft pillow at the end of each day and we search out comfortable hotels and boutique properties for your stay. As we love to say - travel with us and adventure in style!

Unbeatable value: Combining authentic local experiences with an excellent range of 3-5 star hotels & boutique properties, our tours represent unbeatable value. Add in airport transfers, passionate tour guides and all transportation and you do get the best of adventure travel and creature comforts too.

Great group size: With an average of 15 and a maximum of 24, our group size really works well on tour, so you’re bound to meet like-minded travellers and make lasting friendships. Our festival tours do have larger group sizes due to their ‘one-off’ nature.

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    • International flights and visas
    • Airport transfers
    • Additional meals and drinks unless specified
    • Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
    • Optional activities & additional attractions unless specified above

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3-4 star hotels & acommodation,
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Min:18 / Max:88
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