Meals

1 breakfast, 1 dinner

Guide

AUSTRALIA LEADERS: All group trips are accompanied by a group leader. In Australia your group leader is often also your driver, taking you from start to finish. The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. Your leader will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, as well as recommend great local eating venues. They will also introduce you to our local friends along the way. Please be aware they will be juggling many things on your tour and on some days may have less time to spend with you. But they will always be working hard to ensure you and your group have a fantastic time exploring Australia!

Transport

Private Vehicle

Others

Hunter Valley - Winery Visit & Wine Tasting Sydney - The Rocks Dreaming Walking Tour with Aboriginal Guide Crowdy Bay National Park - Diamond Head Hike Port Macquarie - Koala Hospital guided tour Dorrigo National Park - Short Hike Dorrigo National Park - Rainforest Centre & Skywalk Coffs Harbour - Red Rock Gumbaynggirr First Nations experience Byron Bay - Sea Kayaking Tour Byron Bay - Lighthouse Walk Springbrook National Park - Natural Bridge Byron Bay - The Farm visit

Accommodation

The style of accommodation indicated in the day-to-day itinerary is a guideline only and may change. On some occasions, alternative arrangements may need to be made due to the lack of availability of rooms in our preferred accommodation. In these cases, we will use a similar standard of accommodation. Throughout the trip, we request that our properties prepare rooms in time for our arrival, especially if we’re arriving prior to normal check-in time. However, this isn’t always possible which means we won’t be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, we can store our luggage and explore our new destination or on some trips, have use of shared day rooms until all rooms are available. Hotel (2 nights), Cabins (4 nights)

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Others

Other activities and services are not included.

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

Optional

Hervey Bay - Whale Watching (Jul-Oct) - AUD122 Airlie Beach - Coral Beach walk - Free

Flights

Flights are not included.

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Day 1 Day 1: Sydney / Hunter Valley / Cessnock
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Sydney / Hunter Valley / Cessnock

Welcome to Sydney! Or Warrane, in the language of the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, who are the Traditional Owners of the land on which Sydney is now located. Your adventure starts with a welcome meeting at 9 am at the starting point hotel. After, you’ll head out for a walkabout around The Rocks with a local Aboriginal guide. Walk through Hicksons Reserve, Campbells Cove and Cumberland Walk as your guide teaches you about this area’s history, land and water use, and spiritual connection with the First Nations peoples. You’ll have amazing views of the harbour along the way, including Sydney Harbour Bridge and the CBD across the water. After your journey into the Dreaming, grab some lunch before heading north to the famous winery region – the beautiful Hunter Valley. Once there, you’ll visit one of the oldest wineries in the valley. Sit down for a wine tasting with a sommelier and listen to the history of the various wines and the winery. Next, head to Cessnock in the heart of the valley, our overnight location for tonight. Perhaps head out for an optional welcome dinner in Cessnock to get to know your fellow travellers.
Day 2 Day 2: Crowdy Bay National Park / Port Macquarie
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Crowdy Bay National Park / Port Macquarie

Today, you’ll make tracks north along the scenic coastal route. Stop at Crowdy Bay National Park along the way and embark on a scenic hike through forests of heath, paperbark and swamp mahogany at Diamond Head, taking in views of golden beaches and dramatic rock faces. The quartz crystals in the cliffs sparkle in the sun, giving Diamond Head its name. Keep your eyes peeled for whales and dolphins off the coast as you wind your way by secluded coves, beaches, and mountains, and you may even encounter a mob of kangaroos on your walk. Later, continue your drive to your accommodation just outside of Port Macquarie.
Day 3 Day 3: Port Macquarie / Dorrigo National Park / Coffs Harbour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Port Macquarie / Dorrigo National Park / Coffs Harbour

This morning, you’ll visit the Koala Hospital in Port Macquarie, where you’ll meet the volunteers who work there and and learn about how this organisation provides care and treatment for koalas needing rehabilitation. Then, drive to Bellingen, where you might like to grab lunch and enjoy some free time. Continue to Dorrigo National Park via the gorgeous Waterfall Way, known for its lush, sub-tropical rainforest – the last piece of the ancient subcontinent Gondwanaland. Few places on Earth contain so many plants and animals relatively unchanged from their ancestors. Pop into the Rainforest Centre in the park, take a stroll along the skywalk or explore the rainforest with your group.
Day 4 Day 4: Coffs Harbour / Byron Bay
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Coffs Harbour / Byron Bay

Next up is Byron Bay – a laid-back surf paradise with boundless coastline, sand and friendly locals. But first, you’ll start your day with a walking tour of Red Rock with a local First Nations guide. Learn about the culture of the Gumbaynggirr people through stories, songs and the uses of native plants. Walk alongside The Solitary Island Marine Park Waterways and connect with Country as you learn more about the Dreaming and sample some local bush food. After, you’ll stop in Yamba where you might like to grab some lunch, before visiting Byron Bay Lighthouse for a unique photo opportunity and the chance to spot some dolphins, whales and other marine life.
Day 5 Day 5: Byron Bay
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Byron Bay

Get up early this morning if you want to catch the sunrise – they are pretty ace from Australia’s most easterly point – but if you prefer, you can sleep in too! Later this morning hit the water with a guided sea kayaking tour of the Byron Bay Marine Park. See the beauty of the coastline while looking out for dolphins, turtles and whales and learning of the marine biology. The afternoon if free to do as you please so maybe hunt down the best cold-brew coffee from one of Byron’s quirky cafes, learn how to ride the waves with a beginner’s surf lesson, or just hang out on the beach. Tonight, why not grab a drink at one of the local pubs or bars?
Day 6 Day 6: Springbrook National Park / Gold Coast / Brisbane
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Springbrook National Park / Gold Coast / Brisbane

This morning, head to The Farm – a collection of micro-businesses on a working farm focusing on growing, feeding and educating through community farming. Maybe grab some breakfast here and pick up a few things to have for lunch later on. Continue to Springbrook National Park and take a short walk to Natural Bridge rock arch which was formed by the force of the waterfall over the basalt cave. This afternoon, head to the famous Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast for some beach time before continuing onto Brisbane where you’ll spend the night.
Day 7 Day 7: Brisbane
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Brisbane

After a group breakfast this morning, your trip comes to an end in Brisbane. If you’d like to stay longer, just speak to your booking agent.

7 days tour

Sydney To Brisbane Adventure (From Sydney To Cairns)

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Itinerary of your trip Sydney To Brisbane Adventure (From Sydney To Cairns)

Day 1: Sydney / Hunter Valley / Cessnock

Day 2: Crowdy Bay National Park / Port Macquarie

Day 3: Port Macquarie / Dorrigo National Park / Coffs Harbour

Day 4: Coffs Harbour / Byron Bay

Day 5: Byron Bay

Day 6: Springbrook National Park / Gold Coast / Brisbane

Day 7: Brisbane

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