Boutique Brisbane to Cairns Australian east coast tour - 8 Day small group

Highlights

  • B = Breakfast, L = lunch, D = Dinner Day 1: Brisbane to Noosa. Northbound to Queensland – the Sunshine State – Rest up in the evening, or hit the bustling town for dinner and nightlife. B.  Day 2: Fraser Island & Noosa. Fraser Island 4WD adventure - explore the largest sand island in the world, dive into a crystal-clear lake, and spot wild dingo's. The fun needn't stop there; after the tour feel free to enjoy Noosa's vibrant nightlife, or put your feet up in your accommodation. L Day 4: Noosa to Airlie Beach. Included flight to Airlie beach, hub of the magnificent Whitsundays. B Day 5: Whitsunday Islands Cruise and Airlie Beach. Day cruise through the postcard-perfect islands of the Whitsundays, including a stop at famed Whitehaven beach. Get a closer look by snorkeling with colourful coral, and an array of playful fish and turtles. B, L Day 6: Tully. Travel past undulating cane fields to historic Tully. Meet an Aboriginal guide who'll escort us to a swimming spot in the rainforest. Try your hand at Aboriginal art guided by local Jirrbal Aboriginal Artists on traditional techniques at the Ingan Cultural Centre. Discussion on Aboriginal culture, history & contemporary life for Indigenous people in Australia, BBQ dinner. D Day 7: Cairns via the Atherton Tablelands. Wet tropics. Discover a magnificent plunge waterfall en-route to lake Eacham - crystal clear crater lake. Visit the massive ‘Curtain Fig Tree’. B Day 8: Cairns - Great Barrier Reef. Cruise, snorkel + marine conservation talk. Farewell dinner. B, L, D

Summary

B = Breakfast, L = lunch, D = Dinner Day 1: Brisbane to Noosa. Northbound to Queensland – the Sunshine State – Rest up in the evening, or hit the bustling town for dinner and nightlife. B.  Day 2: Fraser Island & Noosa. Fraser Island 4WD adventure - explore the largest sand island in the world, dive into a crystal-clear lake, and spot wild dingo's. The fun needn't stop there; after the tour feel free to enjoy Noosa's vibrant nightlife, or put your feet up in your accommodation. L Day 4: Noosa to Airlie Beach. Included flight to Airlie beach, hub of the magnificent Whitsundays. B Day 5: Whitsunday Islands Cruise and Airlie Beach. Day cruise through the postcard-perfect islands of the Whitsundays, including a stop at famed Whitehaven beach. Get a closer look by snorkeling with colourful coral, and an array of playful fish and turtles. B, L Day 6: Tully. Travel past undulating cane fields to historic Tully. Meet an Aboriginal guide who'll escort us to a swimming spot in the rainforest. Try your hand at Aboriginal art guided by local Jirrbal Aboriginal Artists on traditional techniques at the Ingan Cultural Centre. Discussion on Aboriginal culture, history & contemporary life for Indigenous people in Australia, BBQ dinner. D Day 7: Cairns via the Atherton Tablelands. Wet tropics. Discover a magnificent plunge waterfall en-route to lake Eacham - crystal clear crater lake. Visit the massive ‘Curtain Fig Tree’. B Day 8: Cairns - Great Barrier Reef. Cruise, snorkel + marine conservation talk. Farewell dinner. B, L, D

Tour info

Duration
1 week
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Why take this tour?

Explore the East Coast of Australia in a small group, with a locally owned & operated company that loves nature, food, wine & the friendly faces that we work closely with. Includes nature based activities each day and the chance to relax with some “Me Time” too. Sleep well in hand picked 3 & 4 star accommodation. Must be 18+ to travel on the tour unless an approved minor (8+ years old) is accompanied by an adult. There is not age limit, but all guest must be young in spirit & active enough to participate daily in light to medium walks, some lasting up to 2 hours.

What’s included?

  • Accommodation as per itinerary

  • National Park fees

  • Local taxes

  • Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)

  • Local guide

  • All transport (Private buses, flight, train and boat trips)

  • Fraser Island 4WD adventure

  • Whitsundays Island Explorer day cruise

  • Local aboriginal experience in Tully

  • Great Barrier Reef day cruise

  • Professional Driver/guide

  • Breakfast

  • Lunch

  • Dinner

  • Snacks

  • Coffee and/or Tea

  • Alcoholic Beverages

  • Food and drinks, unless specified

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 7 days

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

    If you cancel at least 7 days in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.

Operated by:

Via Travel

About operator:

Locally owned & operated Australia East Coast Tours - Food, wine, beaches, walks, wildlife and nature experiences daily. Sleep well in hand picked accommodation (Includes a mix of 4 star, boutique & family run accommodation - all with private ensuite). No forced single supplements, no hidden cost. Our escorted small group East Coast Australia Tours include all the must sees on the East Coast of Australia but also exposes guests to family-run hospitality, locally-produced food and wine, and a variety of down-to- earth off the beaten track experiences that can only be enjoyed in small groups. Regular guaranteed departures from Sydney & from Brisbane. Check out our website to see our 6 different Small Group East Coast Australia Tours & choose a local company that loves nature, food, wine & authentic Aussie experiences daily.

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