Itinerary
- Day 1
Sydney to Hunter Valley
Your hotel pickup happens at 9am, and from there you'll head into The Rocks with an Aboriginal guide who'll walk you through the area's history and spiritual significance while you take in harbour views. After grabbing lunch, you're driving north to Hunter Valley where a sommelier leads the wine tasting. By evening you'll be settled in Cessnock, and if you're interested, there's an optional welcome dinner to meet the other travelers on your group.
- Meals
- Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- The Rocks Dreaming Walking Tour with Aboriginal guide
- Hunter Valley - Winery Visit & Wine Tasting
Optional Activities
- Welcome dinner in Cessnock
Landmarks The Rocks Sydney Harbour Bridge Hicksons Reserve Campbells Cove Hunter Valley 
- Day 2
Cessnock to Port Macquarie
You'll travel north along the coast with a stop at Crowdy Bay National Park for a hike up Diamond Head. The trail takes you through forests with heath, paperbark, and swamp mahogany, and you'll have views of golden beaches and dramatic rock formations. Keep an eye out for whales, dolphins, and kangaroos during this stretch. Later you'll continue on to Port Macquarie for your overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Crowdy Bay National Park - Diamond Head Hike
Landmarks Crowdy Bay National Park Diamond Head - Day 3
Port Macquarie to Coffs Harbour
This morning starts at the Koala Hospital in Port Macquarie where you'll meet volunteers and learn about koala rehabilitation work. After that, you'll drive to Bellingen for lunch and some free time to wander around. Then it's on to Dorrigo National Park via the Waterfall Way, which winds through lush subtropical rainforest. Once you're there, you can check out the Rainforest Centre, do the skywalk, or hike through this ancient Gondwanaland landscape with your group.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Port Macquarie - Koala Hospital guided tour
- Dorrigo National Park - Short Hike
- Dorrigo National Park - Rainforest Centre & Skywalk
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Bellingen
Landmarks Koala Hospital Dorrigo National Park Rainforest Centre 
- Day 4
Coffs Harbour to Byron Bay
A local First Nations guide leads your walking tour at Red Rock, sharing Gumbaynggirr culture through stories, songs, and native plants. From there you'll walk along The Solitary Island Marine Park Waterways to connect with Country and the Dreaming. You'll stop in Yamba for lunch, then head to Byron Bay Lighthouse for photos and a chance to see dolphins, whales, and other marine life.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Coffs Harbour - Red Rock Gumbaynggirr First Nations experience
- Byron Bay - Lighthouse Walk
Optional Activities
- Lunch in Yamba
Landmarks Red Rock The Solitary Island Marine Park Byron Bay Lighthouse 
- Day 5
Byron Bay
You have the day free in Byron Bay. Wake up early if you want to catch the sunrise from Australia's most easterly point, or sleep in if that's more your style. Check out the quirky cafes, try a beginner's surf lesson, take a guided sea kayaking tour of the Byron Bay Marine Park looking for dolphins and turtles, or just relax on the beach. Later, grab a drink at one of the local pubs or bars.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Sunrise viewing at Australia's most easterly point
- Beginner's surf lesson
- Guided sea kayaking tour of Byron Bay Marine Park
Landmarks Byron Bay Byron Bay Marine Park - Day 6
Byron Bay to Brisbane
You'll start at The Farm, a working farm with micro-businesses where you can grab breakfast and pick up items for lunch. From there, head to Springbrook National Park for a short walk to Natural Bridge rock arch, which was carved out by waterfall erosion over a basalt cave. After that, you'll spend some time at the famous Surfers Paradise beach on the Gold Coast before driving to Brisbane for your overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Byron Bay - The Farm visit
- Springbrook National Park - Natural Bridge
Optional Activities
- Breakfast at The Farm
- Beach time at Surfers Paradise
Landmarks The Farm Springbrook National Park Natural Bridge Surfers Paradise - Day 7
Brisbane
Your trip ends in Brisbane with a group breakfast this morning. If you'd like to stay longer, contact your booking agent about extension options.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Group breakfast)
Optional Activities
- Extended stay in Brisbane
Landmarks Brisbane
