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East Coast Australia Adventure

19 days
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From Sydney to Cairns
4.5
12,026 traveler reviews
  • Two people in a modern train carriage with mountain views.
  • A person standing near a waterfall in a dense forest.
  • A person examining plants in a dense forest.
  • A woman looking up at tall, dense trees in a forest.
  • A large tree with sprawling roots in a dense forest.
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  • An off-road vehicle by a vast sandy beach and blue ocean.
  • A pristine turquoise sea with tropical plants on the horizon.
  • Vibrant aerial view of coral reefs in clear blue water.
  • A koala sleeping in a tree in a lush forest.
  • Three people enjoying a scenic viewpoint of white sandy beaches and turquoise waters.
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Intrepid Travel
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Group Tour
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Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 16
Ages 15+
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Highlights

  • Explore Sydney with an Aboriginal guide
  • Taste wines in the Hunter Valley
  • Hike through Dorrigo National Park
  • Snorkel the Great Barrier Reef
  • Discover the Daintree Rainforest

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Sydney / Hunter Valley / Cessnock
  2. Day 2 Crowdy Bay National Park / Port Macquarie
  3. Day 3 Port Macquarie / Dorrigo National Park / Coffs Harbour
  4. Day 4 Coffs Harbour / Byron Bay
  5. Day 5 Byron Bay
  6. Day 6 Springbrook National Park / Gold Coast / Brisbane
  7. Day 7 Brisbane / Noosa / Hervey Bay
  8. Day 8 K'gari (Fraser Island) / Hervey Bay
  9. Day 9 Hervey Bay / Overnight Train
  10. Day 10 Airlie Beach
  11. Day 11 Whitsunday Islands / Whitehaven Beach / Airlie Beach
  12. Day 12 Townsville / Paluma Range National Park / Lucinda
  13. Day 13 Mungalla Station / Mission Beach
  14. Day 14 Atherton Tablelands / Cairns
  15. Day 15 Cairns
  16. Day 16 Kuranda to Mareeba
  17. Day 17 Mareeba / Mossman Gorge / Daintree Rainforest / Cape Tribulation
  18. Day 18 Great Barrier Reef / Cape Tribulation
  19. Day 19 Daintree Rainforest / Palm Cove / Cairns
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  • Insurance
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Intrepid Travel

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This operator has the highest review ratings and fastest responses to enquiries

Number of tours

1,745

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

11 hours

Response rate

96%

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  • Michelle
    · August 20th, 2025
    Great active experience!
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  • Alessia
    · August 19th, 2025
    The itinerary was great, accommodation fantastic and guides super knowleageable.
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    Frank

    Asked on August 1st, 2025

    confirm the tour begins Nov 9 at 9am? This means I should arrive on Nov 8th right.

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written August 2025

      Yes, the trip officially begins at 9:00 AM on Day 1. So arriving a day early is a great idea to ensure you're well-rested and ready for the welcome meeting and activities the next morning.

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    Linda

    Asked on June 5th, 2025

    is there space for one solo traveler? what is the average age of the group? are there pre or post days?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written June 2025

      On the departure you inquired about, there's currently only 1 trip spot left, so it's a great time to secure your place. The average age range of the group is typically between 50–69 years. If you're planning to arrive early or stay a bit longer, we'd be happy to help you with pre and post-accommodation quotes as well—just let us know your plans.

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    Jerry

    Asked on June 15th, 2024

    I would like to know if private accommodation is available and how much. Also, should I worry about bugs or snakes. This will be my first experience. I know it is silly but would like to get some reassurance, I travel alone.

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written June 2024

      A Single Supplement can be booked for $1,780 if you prefer not to share a room on this trip, subject to availability. It's completely natural to feel a bit apprehensive, especially for your first experience. Rest assured, we take extensive measures to ensure your safety and comfort throughout the trip. Our tour leader will be available to assist you with any concerns, including those about bugs or snakes. We're here to make sure you have a wonderful and safe adventure.

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    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an infected area for Australia. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Australia. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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    • For any tour departing before November 26th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after November 26th, 2025, a minimum payment of $400 is required to confirm your booking with Intrepid Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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