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- Platinum Operator
- Contiki
- Explorer
- Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Guided in English
- Group Size 8 - 50
- Age range 18 to 35
Places You’ll See

Highlights
- Meet fellow adventurers at Airlie Beach
- Snorkel in the pristine Whitehaven Beach
- Watch sunset with champagne on Magnetic Island
- Learn Bush Food secrets with a local chef in Cairns
- Explore the ancient Daintree Rainforest
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Airlie Beach
- Day 2 Airlie Beach
- Day 3 Airlie Beach
- Day 4 Airlie Beach to Magnetic Island via Townsville
- Day 5 Magnetic Island
- Day 6 Magnetic Island to Cairns via Townsville
- Day 7 Cairns
- Day 8 Cairns
- Day 9 Cairns
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Base Backpackers (or similar)
Hotelday 1Nomads Airlie Beach (or similar)
HotelDays 2, 3Nomads Magnetic Island (or similar)
HotelDays 4, 5Gilligans (or similar)
HotelDays 6, 7, 8

Operated by
Contiki
Number of tours
596
Age Range
18 to 35 years old
Response time
6 hours
Response rate
88%
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingAverage
- ItineraryGood
- GuideExcellent
- TransportGood
- AccommodationRather poor
- FoodAverage
- CWCurran· December 28th, 2022Mark was excellent 5/5 to him.Contiki commented on this reviewThank you for leaving your review during your time in Australia. We are thrilled to read that our Trip Managers demonstrate professionalism and a love for travel as they explore stunning destinations and share captivating stories, making the trip even... Show moreTrip date: December 2022
- Yara· December 19th, 2022Booked a trip just for them to let me know 3 days later it's not available! When I rang (as they told me to do) for an alternative or refund, the guy told me nothing was available on those dates when he filters them! Meaning no one even looked at that he 3 days before they took my money!!!! Every person on the phone was telling me something else and I've been waiting for my refund for over a week now! I need my money to book something now but it's taking ages and everything is selling out. VERY BADShow moreContiki commented on this reviewThank you for sharing your pre-trip experience here with us. We understand the frustration that must be felt when your trip is not able to go ahead, especially as we know how much you might have been looking forward to it. With that said, we can see... Show moreTrip date: December 2022
- LPLauren· July 26th, 2022Positives: It was wonderful to be able to travel alongside like-minded people and I had a fun and positive experience. Our guide was fantastic, and was able to manage different personalities gracefully and ensure everyone felt included. The add-on activities were pretty great. Negatives: The accomodations on this trip and the included activities were sub-par for the price of this trip. Most of the activities are add-ons (you have to pay separately for them on TOP of the listed price here). The hostels were share rooms with others on the trip, with 4-6 people per room. I don't think the price was justified for the value. You're paying for Contiki to organize activities, transportation (not all is paid for), hostels, and potential friends to make. If this is your first time traveling solo, I'd reccomend this trip completely. You'll have a great time, meet wonderful people, and not have to stress about the nuances of travel and being in a new city/country. However, if you've traveled before, you're better off saving the money and planning this trip on your own.Show moreContiki commented on this reviewThank you for sharing your honest review of the North Queensland Adventure. We're delighted to read that you had thoroughly enjoyed your time away with Contiki, and that our Trip Manager really helped to make this trip all the more memorable. With said,... Show moreTrip date: July 2022
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- Instant Confirmation-5%From Saturday26 Jul, 2025To Sunday3 Aug, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureMultiple Room TypesFrom:$2,745$2,608
- Instant Confirmation-5%From Saturday9 Aug, 2025To Sunday17 Aug, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureMultiple Room TypesFrom:$2,745$2,608
- From Saturday23 Aug, 2025To Sunday31 Aug, 2025This departure date is not available or sold outSold outFrom:$2,745
- Instant Confirmation-5%From Saturday20 Sep, 2025To Sunday28 Sep, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureMultiple Room TypesFrom:$2,745$2,608
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- Instant Confirmation-5%From Saturday8 Nov, 2025To Sunday16 Nov, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureMultiple Room TypesFrom:$2,745$2,608
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Saturday6 Dec, 2025To Sunday14 Dec, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureMultiple Room TypesFrom:$2,745
- Instant Confirmation-5%From Saturday20 Dec, 2025To Sunday28 Dec, 2025EnglishMultiple Room TypesFrom:$2,745$2,608
- Instant Confirmation-5%From Tuesday30 Dec, 2025To Wednesday7 Jan, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureMultiple Room TypesFrom:$2,745$2,608
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Tuesday6 Jan, 2026To Wednesday14 Jan, 2026EnglishMultiple Room TypesFrom:$2,745
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Nick
Asked on April 13th, 2025I was looking for a trip who includes snorkel, dive and waterfalls walks etc. I want something for aprox 10 days. I am 26 years old and I don't know what's the best option.
- ContikiOperator•Written April 2025
We can recommend you the Australia: North Queensland Adventure and Ultimate Australia tour. These tours include adventure activities and are available for booking.
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Joe
Asked on February 19th, 2025What types of accommodation are provided in your tours?
- ContikiOperator•Written February 2025
Our tours offer a combination of hostel stays and hotel accommodations depending on the specific tour itinerary.
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Liliana
Asked on December 27th, 2024Is there flexibility with the travel dates for your tours?
- ContikiOperator•Written December 2024
Yes, our travel plans are quite flexible, with various departure dates available. We recommend securing your preferred date as early as possible as our trips fill up fast.
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Nadine
Asked on November 30th, 2024Can accommodations be booked as single or are they only available on request?
- ContikiOperator•Written December 2024
You can book accommodations as single but they are subject to availability and must be requested.
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Mariana
Asked on November 7th, 2024What steps should I take after I make a booking request?
- ContikiOperator•Written November 2024
After making a booking request, you should wait for our operations team to confirm all components of your trip. You will be notified of your booking status typically within 48-72 hours.
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Ian
Asked on September 11th, 2024Do you offer packages for different age groups?
- ContikiOperator•Written September 2024
Our tours are tailored specifically for young adults aged 18-35, however, for those outside this age range, our sister companies offer various trips that may suit your preferences.
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Greg
Asked on August 16th, 2024When can I expect confirmation of my tour booking?
- ContikiOperator•Written August 2024
Bookings are confirmed as soon as all components of the tour package are confirmed by our local operations team, which typically takes 3-4 business days.
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Nicolas-Karl
Asked on July 6th, 2024What if the tour I requested is unavailable?
- ContikiOperator•Written July 2024
If the tour you requested is unavailable, we will issue a full refund of any pre-authorised funds or offer alternative tour dates.
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Joanna
Asked on May 26th, 2024Is there a minimum number of passengers required for a tour departure?
- ContikiOperator•Written May 2024
Yes, tour departures are contingent upon meeting a minimum passenger requirement. You will be contacted if there are any changes regarding your scheduled tour.
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Marco
Asked on May 2nd, 2024Can I book a tour while waiting for another tour confirmation?
- ContikiOperator•Written May 2024
We strongly recommend refraining from booking additional tours or flights until your initial tour has been confirmed.
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