Australia Tours for Young Adults
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10 best trips for '18 to 30 Somethings' in Australia
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Cairns-based PADI certification program welcomes 18-35 year olds. Training at Pro Dive Cairns leads to diving at 16 exclusive Great Barrier Reef sites. Accommodation includes hostel stays and dive boat lodging, with optional farewell dinners.
Duration 5 days Destinations Cairns, Great Barrier Reef Age Range up to 35 year olds Physical Rating Easy Room Type Shared Operator Contiki From
- US$910+$59 upfront costs
Vibrant activities for travelers aged 18-45 include sunset sails in Airlie Beach, BYOB boat parties in Whitsundays, and Brisbane's Felons Brewery tours. Nights come alive in Byron Bay, with surf sessions at Spot X and beachfront accommodation featuring rooftop bars.
Duration 15 days Destinations Sydney, Bondi, Byron Bay, Noosa, Fraser Island, Sunshine Coast, Rainbow Beach, Brisbane, Airlie Beach, WhitsundaysSee all destinations Age Range up to 39 year olds Physical Rating Easy Room Type Shared Operator TruTravels From
- US$3,250
Active travelers aged 18-39 can enjoy Byron Bay's rooftop bars and surf lessons at Rainbow Beach. The itinerary includes sunset kayaking, wine tasting at Mount Tamborine, and nightlife at Gilligan's Resort in Cairns.
Duration 29 days Destinations Sydney, Byron Bay, Surfers Paradise, Brisbane, Noosa, Rainbow Beach, Fraser Island, Airlie Beach, Whitsundays, Magnetic IslandSee all destinations Age Range 18 to 39 year olds Physical Rating Moderate Room Type Shared Operator Welcome To Travel From
- US$2,681
Young spirits aged 18-30 can dive into Melbourne's best nightlife venues and Red Eye Bar's Bingo night. Activities include paddleboarding at St Kilda Beach, visits to Peninsula Hot Springs, and surfing at Bells Beach. Social hostels and group dinners cost approx. $120 per day.
Duration 7 days Destinations Melbourne, Great Ocean Road, St Kilda Age Range 18 to 30 year olds Physical Rating Easy Room Type Shared Operator Ultimate Travel From
- US$810
Surf lessons at Byron Bay, optional Sydney Harbour Bridge climb, and beach life at Bondi await 18-35 year olds. The trip features stays at vibrant hostels, CootharaBAR brewery at Noosa Everglades, and K'gari's famous sand highway.
Duration 8 days Destinations Sydney, Blue Mountains, Bondi Beach, Byron Bay, Noosa, Fraser Island, Brisbane Age Range up to 35 year olds Physical Rating Moderate Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Contiki From $1,543
15% Off- US$1,312+$102 upfront costsYou save $231
Adventurous souls aged 18-35 can swim at Florence Falls, join Yellow Waters sunset cruises, and take optional scenic flights over Kakadu. The journey from Darwin to Katherine balances adventure with cultural experiences in comfortable resorts and hotels.
Duration 5 days Destinations Darwin, Kakadu National Park, Katherine Age Range 18 to 35 year olds Physical Rating Moderate Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Contiki From $1,515
10% Off- US$1,364You save $151
Thrill-seekers aged 18-35 can try bungy jumping and skydiving in Cairns. Highlights include stays at Base Backpackers Airlie Beach, Magnetic Island's beach parties, and Kuranda's bohemian village, with options for Great Barrier Reef diving and Uluru segway tours.
Duration 13 days Destinations Airlie Beach, Townsville, Magnetic Island, Cairns, Kuranda, Uluru, Kings Canyon Age Range up to 35 year olds Physical Rating Easy Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Contiki From $2,195
19% Off- US$1,768+$541 upfront costsYou save $427
Dynamic activities for 18-35s include surfing at Byron Bay, sailing Whitsundays on racing yachts, and snorkeling Great Barrier Reef. The adventure features beach parties at Bondi, microbrewery visits at Noosa Everglades, and sunset drinks at Kings Canyon.
Duration 20 days Destinations Sydney, Byron Bay, Noosa, Airlie Beach, Whitsunday Islands, Townsville, Magnetic Island, Cairns, Darwin, Kakadu National ParkSee all destinations Age Range 18 to 35 year olds Physical Rating Moderate Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Contiki From $3,773
10% Off- US$3,396+$826 upfront costsYou save $377
Marine adventures await 18-35 year olds in this Great Barrier Reef expedition costing around $500. Social boat life combines with snorkeling sessions, including equipment, meals, and expert guidance from Cairns.
Duration 3 days Destinations Cairns, Great Barrier Reef Age Range 18 to 35 year olds Physical Rating Easy Room Type Shared Operator Contiki From
10% Off- US$515+$59 upfront costs
Active travelers 18+ dive into this action-packed trip from Cairns featuring 11 underwater explorations, including night dives. Berth-cabin accommodation and meals included while discovering Australia's premier marine playground for approx. $230 per day.
Duration 3 days Destinations Cairns, Great Barrier Reef Age Range up to 35 year olds Physical Rating Easy Room Type Shared Operator Contiki From
10% Off- US$675+$59 upfront costs
What people love about Australia Tours for Young Adults
- Brisbane to Cairns Experience: Sand Dunes & the Whitsundays
Thoroughly recommend this tour. The Whitsundays are beautiful, and Fraser Island is a truly special place. Our guide Claire is a gem!
- East Coast Highlights - 3 Week | ULTIMATE
Taylor... now there really is nothing else to say about him other than the fact he is an absolute legend! He’s been so kind and supportive and making sure at all times we are in fits of laughter. He always sorted everything to the best of his ability and beyond. Thank you so much!
- Oz Intro
ozintro week was wicked, i love andy and the ozintro team :)
What our customers ask about Australia Tours for Young Adults
What's the typical age range on these Australia young adult tours?
These tours welcome travelers between 18-35 years old, with most participants being around 25. Young professionals and university students make up the majority of the groups on popular operators like Contiki and INTRO Travel.
What type of accommodation can I expect on these tours?
Shared rooms in hostels are the standard accommodation, but the tours mix in some special stays. You might spend nights on a racing yacht in the Whitsundays or wake up to kangaroos hopping past your window at the Noosa Everglades Eco Lodge.
What are the must-do activities included in young adult tours?
These tours pack in Australia's signature experiences: catching waves during surf lessons in Byron Bay, sailing through the Whitsundays, driving 4x4s on Fraser Island, and swimming among the fish at the Great Barrier Reef. In Cairns, guests join a local chef to learn about and taste traditional Bush tucker during a special dinner.
What are the most social destinations for meeting other young travelers?
Byron Bay and Cairns draw the biggest crowds of young travelers. Places like Base Hostel in Byron Bay act as natural meeting points. The tour groups usually have 15-20 people, making it easy to bond during shared experiences like surf sessions and sailing adventures.
What's included in a typical young adult tour package?
Taking INTRO Travel's 28-day tour as an example: guests get their beds, transport between stops, around 24 meals, surf classes, trips to islands, and city tours with local guides. The package also covers big attractions like Great Barrier Reef excursions and Fraser Island 4x4 adventures.
What's the nightlife and social scene like on these tours?
The social scene ranges from group dinners to nights out at Sydney's Kings Cross or Cairns' party hostels. Tour leaders often suggest evening activities, but there's no pressure to join - quiet nights are always an option.
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