You can get a sense of just how huge Australia is by looking at a map, but once you’re there, the vastness really hits home. For travellers long on ambition but short on time, this extensive and compact journey up the East Coast of Queensland is nothing short of ideal. Employing a diverse range of transport — yachts, trains, 4x4s, and private vehicles — you’ll visit Fraser Island and the Whitsundays, go snorkelling, and sleep on the banks of the Noosa River. Your time here may not last long, but your memories will last forever.
Hostels (5 nts), cabin (1 nt), overnight train (1 nt), maxi yacht (2 nts). All nights multi-share.
5 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
Allow USD235-305 for meals not included.
Private vehicle, maxi yacht, boat, train, 4×4 vehicle, ferry
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.
Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities.
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Small group experience; Max 20, avg 16
Arrive at any time.
Set off to the Noosa Everglades for an evening surrounded by stunning wilderness.
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch
Travel by private vehicle and ferry to reach Fraser Island, the world’s largest sand island. Explore the island by 4×4.
Meals included: Breakfast
Enjoy a morning of exploring by 4×4 to hit the remainder of Fraser Island’s highlights, before hopping an overnight train north to Airlie Beach.
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch
Embark on a 3-day maxi yacht sailing adventure. Enjoy beach visits, island bush walks, and time to snorkel the reefs. Anchor off of secluded tropical islands at night.
Meals included: Dinner
Hike to an island lookout over Whitehaven Beach, known for its stunning white sand, then enjoy free time on the famous beach. Anchor off of a secluded tropical island at night.
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Continue sailing through the gorgeous backdrop of the Whitsunday Islands. Sail to the resort town of Airlie Beach for a night on the town.
Meals included: Breakfast
Admire the scenery on the train north to Cairns.
Enjoy a free day to visit the Great Barrier Reef or get the adrenaline pumping by whitewater rafting or bungee jumping. Cap it all off with a Big Night Out in Cairns.
Exclusive Inclusions: Your Big Night Out Moment | Your Discover Moment
Depart at any time.
