8 Days Sydney to Brisbane East Coast Adventure Tour

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Visiting the East Coast of Australia is on many people’s to-do list, and the 8 Days Sydney to Brisbane Tour is the perfect way to see it all in comfort and style. From famous beaches and iconic landmarks to hidden national parks and wildlife encounters, this trip is a mix of relaxation and adventure. Over 8 days, you’ll visit vibrant cities, charming coastal towns and lush hinterlands and create memories that will last a lifetime.
A structured multi-day tour means you get more out of your time and less stress. Instead of worrying about transport and accommodation, every detail is taken care of so you can just enjoy the journey. The Sydney to Brisbane route is designed to show you the best of New South Wales and Queensland, with a curated mix of cultural highlights, natural wonders and downtime.

Eight days. Endless memories. This East Coast adventure brings together cities, coast, wildlife, culture and more in one easy package.
We start in Sydney – the harbour city of style, energy and iconic views – before heading to the Hunter Valley for wine, cheese and chocolate tastings.
Along the way, we’ll connect with Gumbaynggirr First Nations culture, chill out in Byron Bay’s surf town and 4WD across the wild beauty of K’gari (Fraser Island) with its lakes, rainforests and beaches. The trip ends in Brisbane – sunny, optimistic and easy-going.
No hidden costs – just great inclusions, great value and personal attention with small group touring.

Day 1: Sydney

We start in Australia’s Harbour City, the glittering jewel in the east coast’s crown. Check into your room, freshen up, then meet your tour leader and new travel mates for a welcome meeting at 6pm. Then we are off for a great welcome dinner, and the chance to get to know your fellow travellers.

Included Activities:
Get to know your fellow travellers with a welcome meeting and dinner

• Meals: Dinner
• Driving Distance: No driving
• Accommodation: Holiday Inn Potts point or similar

Day 2: Hunter Valley and Newcastle

We leave behind Sydney’s skyscrapers and sidewalks for a wildlife park boasting an all-star cast of koalas, kangaroos, and more. We’re in the heart of the Hunter Valley, so there’s nothing better than to take a wine, cheese & chocolate tasting. We’ll also visit the sunny port city of Newcastle, rounding off an eclectic day.

Included Activities
Conservation Wildlife Park visit – Get close to many native / unique australian animals like kangaroos, emus and more
Hunter Valley wine, cheese & chocolate tasting
Newcastle orientation tour

• Meals: Breakfast
• Driving Distance: 280 kms
• Walking Distance: Short easy walks
• Accommodation – Lucky Hotel Newcastle or similar

Day 3: Port Macquarie & The Koala Hospital

After breakfast, we’re off to Port Macquarie, where we’ll have a chance to meet the volunteers at a Port Macquarie Koala Hospital. If you’re unable to tear yourself away from the cuddly critters, don’t worry – you’re not the first. Expect to come away with loads more knowledge about these often misunderstood creatures, & how by joining our tour, you are supporting this amazing centre’s conservation efforts. Relax for the evening with a stroll along the foreshore & a free night for dinner. Enjoy the sounds of the local bird population and keep your eyes peeled for the local wild dolphins who frequent the area!

Included Activities
Visit Port Macquarie Koala Hospital
Foreshore walk and a chance to spot wild dolphins

• Meals: Breakfast
• Driving Distance: 250 kms
• Walking Distance: Short easy walks / look out points
• Accommodation – El Paso Motor Inn or similar

Day 4: Byron Bay

Take part in an immersive First Nations experience of the Gumbaynggirr nation, that will get you in touch with the traditional custodians of this land. Then we’re headed to Byron Bay, a laid-back surf paradise with boundless coastline, sand and friendly locals. We’ll pay a visit to Cape Byron, for a unique photo opportunity, and the chance for the eagle-eyed to spot dolphins, whales, and other marine life.

Included Activities
Immersive Gumbaynggirr First Nations experience
Visit to Cape Byron to see the famous local lighthouse, the most easterly point of Australia for a unique photo opportunity, and the chance for the eagle-eyed to spot dolphins, whales in season, and other marine life.

• Meals: Breakfast
• Driving Distance: 400 kms
• Walking Distance: Short Easy guided walks (2km total)
• Accommodation – Beachcomber Byron Bay or similar

Day 5: Byron Bay

Free day to enjoy Byron Bay at your leisure. Relax on the beach, shop the boutiques or try optional activities such as surfing, kayaking with dolphins, hot air ballooning, whale watching (seasonal), brewery tours and more. Whether you’re looking for adventure or tranquillity, Byron Bay has it all.

Included Activities
Free day to relax, or enjoy optional activities: Surf lesson, kayak experience & more

• Meals: None
• Driving Distance: None
• Accommodation – Beachcomber Byron Bay or similar

Day 6: Noosa & Rainbow Beach

We’re crossing into Queensland – the Sunshine State. Your first stop is laid-back Noosa, and Noosa National Park where you will have the chance to spot koalas and other Aussie critters. We continue further up the Sunshine Coast to our base for the next 2 nights, it’s time to relax and soak up the atmosphere of the vibrant Rainbow Beach.

Included Activities
Noosa National Park & the chance to spot koalas in the wild
Noosa orientation including Noosa Main Beach and Hastings Street

• Meals: Breakfast
• Driving Distance: 420 kms
• Walking Distance: Short easy walks / look out points
• Accommodation – Rainbow Getaway Apartments or similar

Day 7: K’Gari (Fraser Island)

Ready, steady, go, for a once-in-a-lifetime 4WD K’Gari adventure today. Once known as Fraser Island, the destination has been returned to its original name K’gari. K’gari is the local Butchulla nation’s name for the island, meaning ‘paradise’ – you’ll find out why soon enough.
You’ll never want to leave, as we explore the largest sand island in the world, kick back at some of Queensland’s most renowned lookouts, take a walk on the wild side in a lush rainforest, dive into Boorangoora (Lake McKenzie) a crystal-clear lake, see the famous S.S Maheno shipwreck and course go dingo-spotting along the golden 75 Mile Beach. The fun needn’t stop there; after the tour feel free to enjoy Carlo Sand Blow and Rainbow Beach, or put your feet up in your accommodation.

Included Activities
Once-in-a-lifetime 4WD bus adventure to K’Gari (Fraser Island).

• Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
• Driving Distance: 200 kms
• Walking Distance: Short easy walks / look out points (5KM total)
• Accommodation – Rainbow Getaway Apartments or similar

Day 8: Brisbane (Sunday)

It’s Bris-vegas baby! We’re off to Queensland’s capital, Brisbane, soon to be home of the summer Olympics. Laidback, sunny, optimistic, buzzing – in many ways it’s the quintessential Aussie city. See for yourself how wonderful Brisbane is with a walk (or ferry ride) along the aptly named Brisbane river and its surrounds. Your tour ends this afternoon, but why not join for a last dinner to say farewell?

Included Activities
Orientation tour

• Meals: Breakfast
• Driving Distance: 240 kms
• Walking Distance: Short easy walk
• Accommodation – N/A