2-Week Australia Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 2-week Australia itineraries

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• 14 Days in Eastern Australia, incl. Sydney and Cairns

  The 14-day route connects 15 destinations across Australia's east coast. Notable stops include Hunter Valley wine tasting, K'gari 4WD adventure, Whitsundays cruise to Whitehaven Beach, and Great Barrier Reef snorkeling. Costs approx. $360 per day with boutique accommodations.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Sydney & Hunter Valley

    Base yourself in Sydney's Potts Point neighborhood to explore the harbor city. Visit the Hunter Valley on day 2 for wine tasting and wildlife spotting. Book your wildlife park visit early in the morning when koalas are most active.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Port Macquarie & Byron Bay

    Stop at the koala hospital in Port Macquarie. Get there by 9 AM to watch the morning feeding. Move on to Byron Bay and walk the Cape Byron track for stunning coastal views. The lighthouse walk takes about 2 hours. Remember water and sun protection.

    
  • Days 5-6

    Byron Bay & Noosa

    Spend a free day in Byron Bay surfing (The Pass beach is perfect for beginners) or kayaking with dolphins. In Noosa, look for wild koalas in the eucalyptus trees along the coastal track in Noosa National Park.

    
  • Days 7-8

    K'gari & Brisbane

    Explore K'gari (formerly Fraser Island) by 4WD. Wear sturdy shoes on the hot sand. Tours start early to match the tides on 75 Mile Beach road. In Brisbane, take a river walk or hop on the CityCat ferry for great city views.

    
  • Days 9-10

    Whitsundays

    Take a morning flight to Airlie Beach. Next day, cruise the Whitsundays. Take motion sickness pills if needed. At Whitehaven Beach, protect your electronics from the super-fine sand and bring water shoes.

    
  • Days 11-12

    Mission Beach & Atherton Tablelands

    Relax at tropical Mission Beach before heading to the Tablelands' crater lakes and waterfalls. Take a swim in Lake Eacham, where the water stays around 23°C year-round. Look for platypus at dawn or dusk.

    
  • Days 13-14

    Cairns & Great Barrier Reef

    Start early from Cairns Marina for your reef cruise. A recent visitor shared: "The snorkeling was incredible - we saw turtles, reef sharks, and countless tropical fish." Book scuba diving well ahead, especially during peak season (June-September).

    

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• 14 Day East Australia Itinerary, incl. Cairns and Sydney

  A 14-day route through 8 Australian destinations, from Cairns's rainforests to Sydney's harbor. Highlights include Whitsunday Islands sailing, Byron Bay surfing, and Blue Mountains hiking, with stays in rainforest cabins and city hotels, approx. $330 per day.

  

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  • Days 1-4

    Cairns & Cape Tribulation

    Begin in Cairns before exploring the ancient Daintree Rainforest. One visitor shared: "The indigenous-led rainforest walk was incredibly enlightening - our guide shared knowledge passed down through generations." Book Great Barrier Reef trips in the morning when the water is usually calmer. The drive to Cape Tribulation takes about 3.5 hours on winding roads. Consider motion sickness pills if needed. Stop by the Port Douglas Sunday markets (8AM-2PM) for local goods and fresh produce.

    
  • Days 5-6

    Whitsundays

    The 9-hour drive to Airlie Beach opens up access to the Whitsunday Islands. Get to Hill Inlet lookout before 10AM to photograph Whitehaven Beach's swirling sands without the tour boat crowds. The sun is strong here, so pack reef-safe sunscreen and wear a long-sleeve rashguard while snorkeling.

    
  • Days 7-8

    Byron Bay

    Fly to Brisbane (2.5 hours) then drive to Byron Bay (2 hours). Schedule your surf lesson early when the waves are best. A recent visitor noted: "The surfing lesson was fantastic - even complete beginners were standing up by the end." Walk to Cape Byron Lighthouse at sunrise for the best chance to spot whales (May-November). The walk takes about 2 hours.

    
  • Days 9-10

    Port Macquarie & Blue Mountains

    Drive 5 hours along the coast to Port Macquarie. Visit the Koala Hospital at 3PM to see feeding time. The next day brings a 6-7 hour drive to the Blue Mountains. Pack warm clothes as it's often 10°C cooler than the coast.

    
  • Days 11-14

    Blue Mountains & Sydney

    Book the popular Scenic Railway ahead of time to secure your preferred slot. Take the 2-hour morning train into Sydney to make the most of your city time. Visit Bondi Beach before 9AM to avoid crowds and watch early morning surfers. The Bondi to Coogee walk needs 2-3 hours. Bring water and sunscreen.

    

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• 14 Day Western Australia Itinerary, incl. Broome and Kimberley Region

  The outback trail covers 8 key destinations including Broome, El Questro, and Purnululu National Park. Features Mitchell Falls helicopter flight, Lake Argyle infinity pool, and Indigenous walks at Fitzroy Crossing. Accommodations at Manning Gorge Camp and Bungle Bungles Safari Camp, with daily guided activities.

  

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  • Day 1

    Broome to Windjana Gorge

    Leave Broome (known locally as Rubibi) early and drive east on the Gibb River Road. Stop at the historic Boab Prison Tree near Derby. Next up is Tunnel Creek, a 750m cave system where you'll need a headlamp and water shoes to wade through ankle-deep water. Learn about Aboriginal history while you explore. Finish your day at Windjana Gorge where you can spot freshwater crocodiles on the sandy banks. A recent visitor shared: "The gorge walls tower 90m overhead—get there before 10 AM to see them glow orange in the morning light."

    
  • Days 2-3

    West Kimberley Gorges

    Set up camp at Manning Gorge to explore the best swimming spots. Visit Bell Gorge's multi-tiered waterfalls, about a 45-minute walk from parking. You'll need reef shoes for Galvans Gorge's lily-covered pools. A 4WD is necessary for the rough track to Adcock Gorge. With temperatures reaching 35°C, start your hikes early.

    
  • Days 4-5

    Mitchell Plateau

    Start at 4:30 AM for the rough drive up Mitchell Plateau Track. The 5-6 hour journey gets you to Little and Big Merten Falls. Consider taking a helicopter flight over Mitchell Falls for $250. Bring grip-sole boots as the walking tracks get slippery when wet.

    
  • Day 6

    Drysdale Station

    Take a breather at this vast cattle station. Cool off in the beer garden and stock up on supplies before heading to El Questro.

    
  • Days 7-8

    El Questro

    Visit Zebedee Springs in the morning before it closes at noon. Take on the 6km Emma Gorge hike if you're reasonably fit. A TourRadar visitor noted: "The natural thermal pools at Zebedee were heavenly after days of camping."

    
  • Days 9-10

    Lake Argyle

    Stop in Kununurra to try local rum at the Hoochery Distillery. Swim in Lake Argyle's infinity pool at sunset. Book a scenic flight ($200) or go kayaking ($60/half-day). Book water activities for morning when the lake is calmer.

    
  • Days 11-12

    Bungle Bungles

    Explore Purnululu National Park's beehive formations. Walk to Cathedral Gorge (2km return) early morning. Visit Echidna Chasm around midday to see sunlight fill the narrow walls. There's no phone service at the basic camping grounds.

    
  • Day 13

    Fitzroy Crossing

    Stop at China Wall and Halls Creek on your drive. Visit the Laarri Aboriginal Art Gallery to learn about local culture. Camp by the Fitzroy River.

    
  • Day 14

    Return to Broome

    Start with an Indigenous cultural walk along the wild Fitzroy River. The 4-hour drive to Broome takes you through savanna country. You can catch an evening flight out as the road is sealed all the way.

    

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