About this trip
This 16-day route runs the length of Australia's East Coast, from Sydney up to Cairns, taking in both the city and the coastline in between. It's a classic first-timer's route through the country, built for a small group travelling together.
Expect a mix of city time in Sydney and long stretches of rugged coast, with chances to get in the water and try things like surfing and snorkelling along the way.
Travelling in a small group means more chances to meet locals and see the country as they do, rather than just passing through it.
What you'll do
- Take in Sydney's city sights at the start of the trip
- Try your hand at surfing on the East Coast
- Snorkel in the coastal waters along the route
- Travel through the rugged coastline between Sydney and Cairns
- Small-group travel with opportunities to meet locals
- A long route covering much of Australia's East Coast in 16 days, so you'll be on the move a fair amount
- Moderate pace, fully guided throughout
Worth it if you want to see massive stretches of Australia's East Coast with genuinely brilliant tour guides. Think twice if you're fussy about accommodation quality—some hostels underwhelm for the price.
- Tour guides (Lauren, Georgia, Tamar, Molly) consistently went above and beyond, offering local tips and genuine enthusiasm.
- Good balance of structured group activities and free time to do your own thing, plus optional add-ons you can skip.
- Several hostels fell short of expectations given the high cost; company reportedly aware but worth checking current properties.
- Some days are intense and fast-paced, but you pack a lot into 16 days across a genuinely massive country.
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Departing in Aug is cheapest — from £1,910, about 52% below the priciest month (Dec).
Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Sydney · 8 Aug – 9 Aug
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