Itinerary
- Day 1
Sydney
Meet up with your travel group and head out on a day trip to the Blue Mountains. You'll check out the Three Sisters rock formation and Jamison Ridge area, and your guide will fill you in on local legends along the way. The drive back to Sydney happens in the evening, leaving you with free time to settle in.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Wake Up (or similar))
Included Activities
- Day trip to Blue Mountains
- Visit Three Sisters rock formation
- Explore Jamison Ridge area
Landmarks/POIs Blue Mountains Three Sisters rock formation Jamison Ridge 
- Day 2
Sydney
Your Trip Manager takes you through Sydney's main highlights. Start at the Opera House, then catch a ferry over to Watsons Bay where you can grab the iconic skyline photos. Bondi Beach is next for an afternoon of relaxing by the water. If you're up for it, there's an optional Harbour Bridge climb available for those wanting something more intense.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Wake Up (or similar))
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Sydney highlights
- Visit Sydney Opera House
- Ferry to Watsons Bay
- Visit Bondi Beach
Optional Activities
- Harbour Bridge Climb
Landmarks/POIs Sydney Opera House Watsons Bay Bondi Beach Harbour Bridge - Day 3
Sydney
You've got the whole day to yourself in Sydney. If you want structure, there are options like a jetboat ride across the Harbour, skydiving, or just spending time exploring the beaches and city sights. Otherwise, wander around at your own pace and see what catches your interest.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Wake Up (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Jetboat ride across Sydney Harbour
- Skydiving experience
- Day 4
Sydney to Byron Bay
You'll fly to Byron Bay and get settled into your accommodation. After checking in, head straight to the beach for an included surf lesson. An instructor will teach you the basics and help you catch your first waves.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Wake Up (or similar))
Included Activities
- Included surf lesson
Landmarks/POIs Byron Bay Beach 
- Day 5
Byron Bay
If you're keen, wake up early to catch the sunrise at Australia's most easterly point. The rest of the day is yours to explore Byron Bay like a local. You can do as much or as little as you want, whether that's kayaking, hanging out at the beach, or joining an optional evening bike tour to see glow worms in their natural setting.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Wake Up (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Sunrise at Australia's most easterly point
- Kayaking
- Evening bike tour to see glow worms
Landmarks/POIs Byron Bay - Day 6
Byron Bay to Noosa Everglades
There's an optional yoga session early in the morning if that interests you. Later, head up the coast to Noosa Everglades and check into your Special Stay Eco Lodge. Dinner happens with your group in the bistro and bar area, and you'll have native wildlife around you.
- Meals
- Dinner (Group dinner at Eco Lodge bistro & bar area)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Kangarooms Noosa Everglades (or similar))
Included Activities
- Group dinner at Eco Lodge bistro & bar
Optional Activities
- Early morning yoga
Landmarks/POIs Noosa Everglades - Day 7
K'Gari (Fraser Island)
Start with breakfast while listening to the native birds. Then you're off to K'Gari for a full day of activities. You'll cruise along the world's longest sand highway, see sand dunes and scenic lakes, and explore rainforests. Lunch is included, and you're back at the Eco Lodge by evening with options to dine out or check out local breweries.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at Eco Camp), Lunch (Lunch on K'Gari)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Kangarooms Noosa Everglades (or similar))
Included Activities
- Breakfast at Eco Camp
- Day trip to K'Gari (Fraser Island)
- Cruise along world's longest sand highway
- Explore sand dunes, lakes and rainforests
- Lunch included
Optional Activities
- Dinner at Eco Lodge bistro
- Visit CootharaBAR boutique brewery
Landmarks/POIs K'Gari (Fraser Island) 
- Day 8
Noosa Everglades to Airlie Beach
There's an optional canoeing trip on the Everglades before you head to Airlie Beach. You'll fly to this tropical hub where everything feels more lush and fresh. Spend your afternoon walking through cafes, bars, and checking out the ocean views.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Base Backpackers (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Canoeing excursion on Noosa Everglades
Landmarks/POIs Noosa Everglades Airlie Beach - Day 9
Whitsunday Islands
Head to the marina and board a converted racing yacht for a 2-night sailing adventure. You'll explore Whitehaven Beach with snorkeling included. Meals are prepared fresh on board, and you'll be surrounded by the beauty of 74 islands in the Whitsundays.
- Meals
- Lunch (Freshly prepared lunch on yacht), Dinner (Freshly prepared dinner on yacht)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Prosail (or similar))
Included Activities
- Transfer to marina
- Day trip to Whitehaven Beach
- Snorkeling included
- Lunch on yacht
- Dinner on yacht
Landmarks/POIs Whitehaven Beach Whitsunday Islands 
- Day 10
Whitsunday Islands
Your second day on the yacht cruising through the Whitsunday Islands. Fresh meals continue throughout the day, and you'll have plenty of time to snorkel, swim, and soak up the sun whenever you like.
- Meals
- Lunch (Freshly prepared lunch on yacht), Dinner (Freshly prepared dinner on yacht)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Prosail (or similar))
Included Activities
- Cruising through Whitsunday Islands
- Snorkeling opportunities
- Swimming
- Lunch on yacht
- Dinner on yacht
Landmarks/POIs Whitsunday Islands - Day 11
Whitsunday Islands to Magnetic Island
You'll leave the yacht and travel by coach to Townsville, then take a ferry to Magnetic Island. Once there, walk the coastal trails, spot koalas resting in the trees, try some water sports in the turquoise water, and watch the sunset over the bay.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Base Backpackers (or similar))
Included Activities
- Coach transfer to Townsville
- Ferry to Magnetic Island
- Explore coastal walking trails
- Water sports opportunity
- Sunset viewing over the bay
Landmarks/POIs Magnetic Island (Yunbenun) Palm Island Group - Day 12
Magnetic Island
Spend the day exploring Magnetic Island's walking trails, like the Forts Walk which gives you views of the Palm Island Group and old WWII fortifications. You might spot koalas in their natural habitat. Later, hang out at Horseshoe Bay or try water sports. In the evening, watch the Rock Wallabies at dusk and explore local bars with sunset views.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Nomads Magnetic Island (or similar))
Included Activities
- Explore walking trails including Forts Walk
- View WWII fortifications
- Spot koalas in the wild
- Visit Horseshoe Bay
- Rock Wallabies viewing at dusk
Optional Activities
- Water sports at Horseshoe Bay
- Evening local bar visits
Landmarks/POIs Forts Walk Horseshoe Bay Palm Island Group - Day 13
Magnetic Island to Cairns
Ferry back to Townsville in the morning, then board a scenic train heading south to Cairns. You'll arrive late in the afternoon after a nice journey along Australia's East Coast. That evening there's an interactive Bush Food tutorial with dinner prepared by a chef who'll explain the history and traditional uses of native Australian spices, fruits, and game.
- Meals
- Dinner (Interactive Bush Food MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® tutorial and dinner with native game, native spices and fruits)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Gilligans (or similar))
Included Activities
- Ferry from Magnetic Island to Townsville
- Train journey to Cairns
- Bush Food MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® tutorial and dinner
Landmarks/POIs Cairns (Gimuy) - Day 14
Daintree Rainforest
You'll spend a full day in Daintree, the world's oldest tropical rainforest. Walk through ancient ferns and vibrant canopies while meeting local Kuku Yalanji people. Experience a smoking ceremony, take part in an art class with an Aboriginal artist, hear Dreamtime stories, and create your own canvas to take home. An optional sunset boat cruise is available in the evening.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Gilligans (or similar))
Included Activities
- Day trip to Daintree Rainforest
- Meet local Kuku Yalanji people
- View smoking ceremony
- Art class with Aboriginal artist
- Learn Dreamtime stories
- Create canvas souvenir
Optional Activities
- Sunset boat cruise
Landmarks/POIs Daintree Rainforest Janbal Gallery - Day 15
Great Barrier Reef
If you're interested, take an optional catamaran trip out to the Great Barrier Reef for snorkeling or diving in clear waters surrounded by colorful coral and marine life. Expert crew members are on board to share information about the reef and what's being done to protect it.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Gilligans (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Catamaran to the reef
- Snorkeling at the reef
- Diving at the reef
Landmarks/POIs Great Barrier Reef - Day 16
Kuranda
Your trip wraps up this afternoon. You can try adventurous activities like bungy jumping, skydiving, or whitewater rafting. Otherwise, ride the scenic Skyrail cable car above the rainforest canopy, then walk through the tropical village of Kuranda on the forest floor. Head back to Cairns on the famous Kuranda Railway for a relaxed end to your adventure.
Optional Activities
- Bungy jumping
- Skydiving
- Whitewater rafting
- Scenic Skyrail cable car day trip
- Guided forest floor journey in Kuranda
- Kuranda Railway return journey
Landmarks/POIs Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Kuranda Kuranda Railway
