
Cairns to Brisbane Adventure
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Tour Overview
Explore Australia’s sun-kissed East Coast, from the tropical hub of Cairns (Gimuy) to Queensland’s capital, Brisbane (Meanjin). This eight-day oceanic adventure takes you to one beachside hotspot after another. Take an off-road adventure across the dunes of K’gari (formerly Fraser Island), explore the tropical waters of the Whitsundays, flop and drop on the palm-fringed sands of Mission Beach, soak up the energy and nightlife of Airlie Beach and explore colourful underwater worlds of the Great Barrier Reef in your free time. On this epic road trip, you’ll get wet in the waterfalls, wild in the rainforests and sandy on the beaches – what could be better!

Trip Code: PESB
Start
Cairns
End
Brisbane
Destination
Australia
Meals
3 breakfasts, 0 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Ferry, Overnight train, Boat
Accommodation
Cabins (2 nights), Overnight train (1 night), Hotel (2 nights), Holiday Apartments (2 nights)
Days
8
Max Group Size
Min 1 - Max 16
Min Age
15
Style
Originali
Physical
3i
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Take a 4WD adventure through the UNESCO World Heritage landscapes of K’gari (formerly Fraser Island). Ride across sand dunes and golden beaches while you explore the world’s largest sand island.
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Venture into the wilderness of the Atherton Tablelands – take a plunge in a rainforest waterfall and admire the blue-green hues of Lake Eacham.
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Embark on a full-day tour of the Whitsundays, where you’ll bushwalk to Hill Inlet Lookout, snorkel with tropical fish and coral, then relax on Whitehaven Beach as the sun descends.
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Enjoy free time in Airlie Beach, Hervey Bay and Mission Beach, where you can hit the water and swim, kayak or take a boat ride or just kick back on the warm sands with a good book.
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Explore Mungalla Wetlands with a First Nations guide as you search for aquatic birdlife and learn about the history and culture of the Nywaigi people.
Day by Day Itinerary
Itinerary

What's Included
Inclusions and activities
Meals
3 breakfasts, 0 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Ferry, Overnight train, Boat
Accommodation
Cabins (2 nights), Overnight train (1 night), Hotel (2 nights), Holiday Apartments (2 nights)
Included activities
- Atherton Tablelands - Curtain Tree boardwalk
- Atherton Tablelands - Lake Eacham walk
- Atherton Tablelands - Millaa Millaa Falls
- Mungalla Station - Nywaigi First Nations Guided Tour
- Paluma Range National Park - Crystal Creek
Optional activities
Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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