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13-Day Australia East Coast City and Beaches

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Trip Overview

The East Coast of Australia is a spectacular region with paradise beaches, never-ending rainforest trails, stunning sunsets, unique wildlife, and plenty of surf. The East Coast is vast, with hundreds of places to visit ranging from Sydney to Cairns, each one unique and special.

This trip is a real treat for beach lovers! During 13 days you will visit Australia’s East Coast most iconic beach destinations, such as Gold Coast, Surfers Paradise, Sunshine Coast and Fraser Island.

In this itinerary, you will find the East Coast's main attractions as well as some of the lesser-known gems you'll come across on your journey along the legendary Pacific Coast.
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Beach & Sea

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Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Sydney

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Arrive in Sydney

Today, you arrive in Sydney where you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. After arrival, the rest of the day is free however afternoon tours can be organised such as Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb, City Tours and more.

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    Accommodation

    Vibe Hotel Sydney4 star

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    Activities

    SydneyOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Sydney Airport to Vibe Hotel Sydney Darling Harbour

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    Destinations

    Sydney

Day 2

Explore Blue Mountains and Visit Sydney Zoo

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Explore Blue Mountains and Visit Sydney Zoo

Today, you will travel from Australia East Coast to explore the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains. Stretching over one million acres, it’s a mix of rainforest, pristine bushland and dramatic cliffs. You will see the Three Sisters from several different vantage points throughout the day. Once back in Sydney, you can visit Sydney Zoo to see native Australian animals in a cage-free environment and to meet an Aboriginal guide.

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    Accommodation

    Vibe Hotel Sydney4 star

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    Activities

    Blue Mountains Day Trip from Sydney with Gourmet Lunch

    Sydney ZooOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Sydney

    Newnes Plateau

Day 3

Free Day in Sydney

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Free Day in Sydney

During your free day, explore the most iconic Sydney highlights. You can see historic landmarks and take in a panoramic view of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House from a perfect vantage point. Take a stroll along the white sands of Bondi Beach, where you’ll rub shoulders with the sun-worshipping locals, before heading to the Sydney Opera House for sunset.

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    Accommodation

    Vibe Hotel Sydney4 star

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    Activities

    Sydney

    Bondi BeachOptional Activity

    Sydney Opera HouseOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Sydney

Day 4

Free Day in Sydney

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Free Day in Sydney

See the best that Sydney has to offer on this icon-packed day. You can see landmark buildings and travel to perfect vantage points to take classic photos of the city skyline. Don't miss the Rocks district near Circular Quay and the historic sites at La Perouse, east of the city.

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    Accommodation

    Vibe Hotel Sydney4 star

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    Activities

    Sydney

    Sydney Harbour BridgeOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Sydney

Day 5

Discover Gold Coast and Surfers Paradise

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Discover Gold Coast and Surfers Paradise

This morning, your private transfer will take you to the Sydney airport where you will board your flight to the Gold Coast and Surfers Paradise. Take the rest of the day to relax and catch some rays on the Gold Coast's sandy beaches, the famous Esplanade, which boasts picturesque views of the Nerang River.

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    Accommodation

    Vibe Hotel Gold Coast4 star

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    Activities

    Surfers Paradise

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Vibe Hotel Sydney to Sydney Airport

    Plane from Sydney to Surfers Paradise

    Rental Car from Gold Coast Airport to Vibe Hotel Gold Coast

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Sydney

    Surfers Paradise

    Gold Coast

Day 6

Fun Day at Wet'n'Wild

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Fun Day at Wet'n'Wild

Get ready for a splashtacular day out at Wet‘n’Wild at the Gold Coast! Take your family and dive into a world of fun as you enjoy action-packed rides, a huge aquatic playground and more. From the giant wave pool to the aqua loop, kamikaze and the mammoth falls, Wet‘n’Wild is home to some of the best water rides in Australia. Spend the day cooling off in different pools and on different rides in a safe environment where the fun never stops!

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    Accommodation

    Vibe Hotel Gold Coast4 star

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    Activities

    Wet'n'Wild Gold CoastOptional Activity

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Surfers Paradise

    Gold Coast

Day 7

Free Day in Gold Coast

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Free Day in Gold Coast

Today is yours to explore the Gold Coast where there are plenty of activities for everyone from the pristine surf beaches to the rainforests and Hinterland that surround the Coast. For a change of pace, you can also take a drive to Byron Bay on the border with NSW which is located approximately an hour and a half away.

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    Accommodation

    Vibe Hotel Gold Coast4 star

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    Activities

    Gold CoastOptional Activity

    Byron BayOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Self-Driving from Gold Coast to Byron Bay

    Self-Driving from Byron Bay to Vibe Hotel Gold Coast

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Surfers Paradise

    Gold Coast

    Byron Bay

Day 8

Explore Sunshine Coast

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Explore Sunshine Coast

Today, you will drive two and a half hour to the sunshine coast and your accommodation at the Novotel Twin Waters Resort. You can either spend today relaxing by the pool or exploring the area. The Sunshine Coast has something unique to offer at every turn, from the picturesque Glass House Mountains in the Hinterland to the wide-open beaches.

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    Accommodation

    Novotel Twin Waters Resort, Maroochydore.4 star

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    Sunshine CoastOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Self-Driving from Vibe Hotel Gold Coast to Novotel Twin Waters Resort, Maroochydore.

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Surfers Paradise

    Twin Waters

    Sunshine Coast

Day 9

Explore Maleny

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Explore Maleny

Today you head inland. The Sunshine Coast’s hinterland is a hidden delight, full of national parks and pretty villages. You can take a drive to Noosa or explore Maleny in the hinterland behind the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, Australia. The town attracts sculptors, painters, craftspeople and potters who provide the local galleries with their works. These are complemented by cafes, coffee lounges and restaurants.

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    Accommodation

    Novotel Twin Waters Resort, Maroochydore.4 star

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    MalenyOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Self-Driving from Sunshine Coast to Maleny

    Self-Driving from Maleny to Novotel Twin Waters Resort, Maroochydore.

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Twin Waters

    Maleny

Day 10

Free Time on Fraser Island

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Free Time on Fraser Island

Today, you will drive two and a half hour north to Hervey Bay and will make your way to the pick up point for the ferry to Kingfisher Bay Resort on Fraser island. Once on Fraser Island, you can take your time to enjoy the largest sand island on earth. Fraser Island is one of the planet's most unusual islands as it's the only place on earth where rainforests grow on sand dunes and lakes form from depressions in sand dunes filling with water. It is truly unique!

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    Accommodation

    Kingfisher Bay Resort4 star

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    Activities

    Fraser Island

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    Transportations

    Self-Driving from Novotel Twin Waters Resort, Maroochydore. to Hervey Bay

    Ferry from Hervey Bay to Kingfisher Bay Resort

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Twin Waters

    Fraser Island

Day 11

Adventure Tour of Fraser Island

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Adventure Tour of Fraser Island

On this full day of adventure, you will see all of the iconic Fraser Island sights, you’ll meet like-minded travellers, visit the top natural attractions and cool off in watering holes – all from the air-conditioned comfort of custom-designed, four-wheel-drive coaches.

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    Accommodation

    Kingfisher Bay Resort4 star

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    Activities

    Beauty Spots TourOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Fraser Island

Day 12

Free Day on Fraser Island

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Free Day on Fraser Island

Today, you can take your time to enjoy the largest sand island on earth. Fraser Island is one of the planet's most unusual islands as it's the only place on earth where rainforests grow on sand dunes and lakes form from depressions in sand dunes filling with water. It is truly unique!

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    Accommodation

    Kingfisher Bay Resort4 star

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    Activities

    Fraser Island

    Lake Mckenzie (Boorangoora)Optional Activity

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Fraser Island

Day 13

Departure Day

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Departure Day

Today, you will depart on the Ferry towards Hervey Bay and make your way to the Hervey Bay airport for your departure.

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    Transportations

    Ferry from Fraser Island to Hervey Bay

    Taxi from Hervey Bay to Hervey Bay AirportOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Fraser Island

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What’s included?

  • 12 nights accommodation
  • 1 activity
  • 12 breakfasts and 2 lunches
  • Ground transportation

What’s not included?

  • Airport transfer
  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Licensed English speaking guides
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits

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