10-Day Australia East Coast Tour Packages

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• Sydney to Brisbane – 8 Day Boutique Tour

  From Sydney to Brisbane, 9 key destinations unfold over 8 coastal days. K'gari's Boorangoora Lake, Hunter Valley wineries, and Port Macquarie's Koala Hospital showcase natural wonders, with stays at Beachcomber Byron Bay and Rainbow Getaway Apartments.

  

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  • Sydney Australia

    100 mi

  • Hunter Valley Australia

    67 mi

  • Newcastle Australia

    122 mi

  • Port Macquarie Australia

    197 mi

  • Byron Bay Australia

    158 mi

  • Noosa Australia

    34 mi

  • Rainbow Beach Australia

    35 mi

  • Fraser Island Australia

    69 mi

  • Noosa Australia

    74 mi

  • Brisbane Australia

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• 10 Day East Coast Australia Itinerary, incl. Brisbane and Cairns

  Brisbane to Cairns reveals 6 major stops over 10 days. K'gari's inland wonders, Noosa National Park walks to Hell's Gate, and Whitsundays sailing create the perfect backdrop for optional Great Barrier Reef activities.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Brisbane to K'gari (Fraser Island)

    Start in Brisbane's South Bank area and take a CityCat ferry ride along the river. "The Howard Smith Wharves and Botanical Gardens are perfect for beating jet lag." On Day 2 head to K'gari for a traditional Butchulla welcome ceremony. You'll explore the world's largest sand island by 4WD vehicle. Take a swim in Lake McKenzie's crystal-clear waters and spend the evening sharing stories around the campfire.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Noosa (2 nights)

    Visit the Maheno shipwreck and Eli Creek on K'gari before your 1.5-hour transfer to Noosa. Start your day with a ferry ride to begin the coastal walk to Hell's Gate. Get there early to spot koalas in the eucalyptus trees. "The Noosa National Park trail can get slippery after rain, so wear shoes with good grip. The secluded beaches along the way are perfect for a cooling dip."

    
  • Days 5-7

    Airlie Beach & Whitsundays (3 nights)

    Take an overnight train north to Airlie Beach to access the Whitsundays. Spend a full day on an ocean raft visiting the islands with stops for snorkeling and hiking. "The Whitsundays boat trip was the absolute highlight," according to one traveler. "Whitehaven Beach's pure silica sand is unreal - bring water shoes as it gets scorching hot midday."

    
  • Days 8-10

    Cairns (3 nights)

    The trip to Cairns takes 7-8 hours but offers beautiful coastal scenery. Plan your Great Barrier Reef snorkeling trips early since spots fill quickly. "The morning reef tours have calmer waters and better visibility than afternoon ones." Wrap up your trip with a night exploring Cairns' bustling esplanade area.

    

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• UltimateOz - Gap Year | ULTIMATE

  Sydney's Opera House, Newcastle's dolphin coast, and Bondi's beaches create an 8-day tapestry. Harbor cruises, sandboarding at Stockton Dunes, and wildlife encounters at Ultimate Basecamp complement stays at Wake Up Sydney Central, totaling around $800.

  

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  • Sydney Australia

    73 mi

  • Newcastle Australia

    73 mi

  • Sydney Australia

    3 mi

  • Bondi Australia

    3 mi

  • Sydney Australia

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