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Oz East Coast Adventure 28 Days
33 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I met friends for a lifetime, had experiences of a lifetime and would not change it for the world.”
Queensland's diverse landscapes unfold from Brisbane to Cairns. Thrill seekers enjoy K'Gari (Fraser Island)'s 4x4 adventures, while sailors glide through the Whitsundays. Wildlife encounters await on Magnetic Island, with Great Barrier Reef snorkeling, Atherton Tablelands waterfalls, and Mission Beach activities completing the adventure.
Duration 28 days Destinations Sydney, Byron Bay, Surfers Paradise, Brisbane, Rainbow Beach, Fraser Island, Airlie Beach, Whitsundays, Magnetic Island, Mission BeachSee all destinations Age Range 18 to 35 year olds Operator INTRO Travel From $3,374
10% Off- US$3,037You save $337
Best Of The East Coast – 16 Day Boutique Tour
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was a small group of like-minded people. We loved it!!”
Lorene, traveled in October 2023
Premium properties like Mantra Club Croc and Paradise Links Resort anchor this Queensland expedition. The itinerary features Whitsundays sailing, Great Barrier Reef snorkeling, and Daintree Rainforest walks, complemented by expert-guided cultural and nature experiences.
Duration 16 days Destinations Sydney, Hunter Valley, Newcastle, Port Macquarie, Byron Bay, Noosa, Rainbow Beach, Fraser Island, Brisbane, Airlie BeachSee all destinations Age Range up to 90 year olds Operator Via Travel Australia From
10% Off- US$6,756
East Coast Explorer: 5 Week | ULTIMATE
106 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Really really really great time up the coast.”
Queensland's landscapes reveal themselves from Brisbane to Cairns. Fraser Island's beach highways lead to Whitsundays' sailing adventures, while Magnetic Island's koala trails and Great Barrier Reef snorkeling round out visits to Noosa, Airlie Beach, and Mission Beach.
Duration 36 days Destinations Sydney, Byron Bay, Surfers Paradise, Brisbane, Noosa, Rainbow Beach, Fraser Island, Whitsunday Islands, Airlie Beach, Magnetic IslandSee all destinations Age Range 18 to 35 year olds Operator Ultimate Travel From
10% Off- US$3,204
Walking enthusiasts trek through Lamington's UNESCO heritage sites and Mount Cordeaux's historic goldmine paths. Aboriginal ceremonies at Yellow Pinch lookout and Tamborine's subtropical rainforest complete this guided Queensland adventure.
Duration 5 days Destinations Gold Coast, Tamborine National Park, Main Range National Park, Mount Barney National Park, Lamington National Park Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $1,655
15% Off- US$1,407You save $248
East Coast Highlights - 3 Week | ULTIMATE
27 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Gave me the best memories whilst in Australia!”
LucyBunker, traveled in March 2022
Brisbane's Southbank precinct kicks off this Queensland adventure, followed by Australia Zoo wildlife encounters and Fraser Island 4x4 rides. Whitsundays sailing adventures lead to Great Barrier Reef snorkeling and Cairns rainforest exploration.
Duration 21 days Destinations Sydney, Byron Bay, Surfers Paradise, Brisbane, Rainbow Beach, Fraser Island, Airlie Beach, Whitsunday Islands, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef Age Range up to 35 year olds Operator Ultimate Travel From
15% Off- US$2,513
What people love about Queensland Tours
- Oz East Coast Adventure 28 Days
Shannon as a tour leader was perfect in every way. She took care of everyone and held the group together in a good way! This tour was amazing, of course there were some parts that was hard, but we made it through and had a lovely time!
- East Coast Explorer: 5 Week | ULTIMATE
This tour was a fantastic experience, making new friends and seeing what the east coast has to offer. Lots of fun along the way and incredible sights and adventures up Australia's east coast.
- East Coast Highlights - 3 Week | ULTIMATE
I had an amazing time on the tour!
Travel Queensland your way
Explore a wide diversity of coach / bus tours through Queensland. We have 6 adventures that vary from 5 days to 21 days. With the greatest number of departures in March, this is also the most popular time of the year.
See all Coach / Bus toursThe east coast tours give you either 28 days or 5 weeks to really explore Australia's highlights from Sydney right up to the Great Barrier Reef. On the 28-day route you'll pick up surfing with Byron Bay locals, navigate Fraser Island in 4x4s and sail through the Whitsundays' 74 tropical islands. Our travelers who opt for 5 weeks tell us the extra time makes a big difference - especially in spots like Magnetic Island where you can take your time looking for wild koalas, wallabies and also native birds. The guides get lots of praise from solo travelers especially; they handle all the planning so you can focus on experiences like reef snorkeling, rainforest walks and also meeting other travelers.
See all Explorer toursSelect from our extensive range of 66 fully guided tours to enjoy a worry-free experience through Queensland with our expert guides leading the way.
See all Fully Guided toursExplore a wide diversity of partially guided tours through Queensland. We have 23 adventures that vary from 4 days to 29 days. With the greatest number of departures in March, this is also the most popular time of the year.
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Top operators in Queensland
Based on traveler feedback, Intro Travel has really nailed the basics of East Coast touring. Their guides Zack, Shannon, Val and also Eilish consistently get mentioned for making complex itineraries feel smooth and relaxed. You'll often hear travelers talk about how they didn't have to worry about logistics and could just focus on enjoying their time. G Adventures delivers solid tours with good structure, though the guide experience can be hit or miss - some travelers note differences in how much their guides knew about specific areas and local history. Ultimate Travel takes a different approach, putting real effort into getting the group to connect. Their guides Shana and Corey are regularly praised in reviews for going beyond just showing places - they actively bring people together, arrange impromptu gatherings and create those small moments that end up being trip highlights. You'll often see past travelers keeping in touch long after their tours wrap up. Looking at customer feedback across the three companies, Intro Travel stands out for reliability, G Adventures for their tour structure (despite some guide variations) and Ultimate Travel for building real connections between their guests.
- 5.0 (15,774 reviews)
"Such an enjoyable trip up the East Coast! Completely stress free and includes really fun once in a lifetime activities!!
- Tours
- 4 tours
- Age range
- 18 to 55 years old
- Adventure type
- Explorer
- Response time
- 20h
- Response rate
- 96%
- Average price
- $188
- 5.0 (36 reviews)
"Justin was an amazing guide. Knowledgeable regarding aspects of Australia and even if he didn't know the answer, he made his answer convincing. LOL. The fellow group of travels were very diverse but got a long so well that it made so pleasurable. Would I do it again.....?? Highly recommend this trip Lynn
- Tours
- 4 tours
- Age range
- 18 to 90 years old
- Adventure type
- Explorer
- Response time
- 26h
- Response rate
- 100%
- Average price
- $585
- 4.5 (974 reviews)
"The best experience of my life. This was my first tour I had ever done and it certainly will not be my last with the ultimate company. I had Sam P as my tour leader, he made the whole experience so easy and I felt relaxed the whole time. Not only did he excel at the expectations of his job but he also became a friend during this time. He looked after all of us from the moment we met until when we said our goodbyes. He made this tour group into a family and created memories for all of us that I’m sure we will carry with us forever. Of course there were some incidents, that were no fault of Sam’s including delayed grey hounds. One in particular causing people who were participating in the scenic flight Overall, the tour was a success in every
- Tours
- 2 tours
- Age range
- 18 to 35 years old
- Adventure type
- Explorer
- Response time
- 30h
- Response rate
- 95%
- Average price
- $148
Queensland tours for every type of group
Who are you traveling with?
Group
89 tours in QueenslandExplore a wide diversity of group tours through Queensland. We have 89 adventures that vary from 3 days to 36 days. With the greatest number of departures in September, this is also the most popular time of the year.
Small Group
10 tours in QueenslandVisit Queensland with fewer travelers, ensuring more immersive activities.
Private / Personalized
16 tours in QueenslandOur private tours give you complete control with customized routes and personal guides. Most travelers choose the Brisbane to Cairns journey, adjusting daily activities to match what interests them most. You might add a private helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef, arrange an exclusive beach picnic on Whitehaven Beach or spend time with Aboriginal guides learning about culture in the Daintree Rainforest. The luxury private packages come with premium vehicles, expert naturalist guides and also flexible dining options. Families and small groups particularly enjoy these tours since they can move at their own pace while keeping all the high-end service.
Top Queensland travel itineraries to fit your plans
Our 3-day tours get you straight into the action at the Great Barrier Reef. You'll dive and snorkel multiple carefully chosen sites where 1,500 fish species and 411 types of hard coral create an underwater paradise. Divers go deep to see sharks, rays and giant clams while snorkelers float above vibrant coral gardens. If cycling's more your style, the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail offers a different 3-day experience - it's all downhill past old railway stations where our riders often spot koalas and echidnas. The days wrap up at local pubs with comfy country accommodation to rest up for the next day's ride.
TourRadar recommends visiting:
Cairns, Great Barrier Reef
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The 7-day Brisbane to Cairns route hits all the right notes. After an evening checking out Brisbane's riverside, you'll fly up to Airlie Beach. Our travelers can't stop talking about the full day sailing the Whitsundays - Whitehaven Beach's pure white sand and crystal-clear snorkeling spots are simply incredible. Moving through sugar cane country brings you to Mission Beach for some poolside tropical relaxation. The final days pack in two major highlights: exploring the outer Great Barrier Reef's best snorkeling spots and discovering the Atherton Tablelands with its crater lakes, waterfalls and also native wildlife.
TourRadar recommends visiting:
Brisbane, Airlie Beach, Whitsunday Islands, Mission Beach, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef
With 10 days, you can really settle into coastal life. Our travelers love having two nights in most stops - it makes such a difference to the pace. You'll drive 4x4s across K'gari (Fraser Island)'s massive sand dunes, swim in crystal lakes and camp under the stars surrounded by ancient rainforest. Many tours continue to the Whitsundays for extended sailing, then venture to Mission Beach and Magnetic Island where wild koalas and cassowaries roam freely. The journey wraps up in Cairns with guided reef experiences and also cultural tours through the Daintree Rainforest.
TourRadar recommends visiting:
Sydney, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Melbourne
Demographics
Our east coast tours running 20-28 days work really well for solo travelers - you get enough time to properly connect with others while exploring Australia's best spots. Most of our guests prefer starting in Sydney or Brisbane then heading north, joining a ready-made group of fellow solo adventurers. The setup includes social hostel stays, group dinners and shared activities like surfing in Byron Bay. What solo travelers really value is having guides sort out all the transport and accommodation details while keeping things flexible for personal time. Our customers often tell us how their travel groups become like family, especially during multi-day experiences like sailing through the Whitsundays and exploring K'gari's sand tracks by 4x4.
Our younger travelers naturally gravitate to the longer east coast journeys that run 20-35 days. These tours mix organized fun with personal freedom - you'll take professional surf lessons in Byron Bay, drive across K'gari's sand highways and sail the Whitsundays, plus have free evenings to check out the nightlife in Surfers Paradise and also Cairns. The activities range from adrenaline rushes like skydiving over Mission Beach and white water rafting to cultural experiences and close wildlife encounters. You'll stay in beachfront hostels and unique spots like camping under the stars on K'gari. Our young adult travelers often mention the social vibe, with many making solid friendships while snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef and exploring the Atherton Tablelands together.
Solo Travelers64 tours All tours for Solo Travelers- Couples41 tours
- Young Adults (18 - 39)18 tours
- Seniors (50+)30 tours All tours for Seniors
Best time to visit Queensland
- Spring 2025
Spring hits the sweet spot for east coast trips, particularly March to May when water temps are just right for reef activities. Our most popular tours mix city time in Brisbane with outdoor experiences - you'll do morning yoga on Byron Bay beaches, paddle through Gold Coast mangroves and walk Noosa National Park's trails looking for koalas. The multi-week packages let you properly explore different parts of the Great Barrier Reef with snorkeling stops at various outer reef spots. Our customers tell us spring gives them the best of both worlds on Fraser Island and the Whitsundays - warm days for activities but comfortable nights for sleeping under the stars.
- 58 tours
- popular 61 tours
- 60 tours
- Summer 2025
Hot summers are great for surfing at the Sunshine Coast. Dive in the Great Barrier Reef or explore Fraser Island. Be prepared for occasional rain showers and high humidity.
- popular 63 tours
- 61 tours
- 63 tours
- Fall / Autumn 2025
Autumn brings excellent conditions for complete east coast experiences. The longer 28-day and 5-week journeys are popular this time of year since you get fewer crowds and really pleasant temperatures. Our most requested tours start in Sydney and head north, mixing surf lessons at Byron Bay, close encounters at wildlife sanctuaries and guided walks through the rainforest. People who travel with us really value the extended time at Fraser Island and the Whitsundays during autumn - the weather's perfect for 4x4 driving, camping and also sailing. It's also an ideal time to visit Mission Beach and Magnetic Island where you can spot native wildlife and enjoy quiet beaches while staying in nice beachfront accommodations.
- popular 66 tours
- 65 tours
- 65 tours
- Winter 2025 / 2026
Winter tours between Brisbane and Cairns really shine during the dry season from June through August. Most people choose the longer 5-6 week packages since they give you proper time at each stop. You'll kick off with surf lessons at Byron Bay before heading up to K'gari (Fraser Island) where our travelers love taking the 4x4s out on those long beaches and cooling off in the crystal-clear freshwater lakes. The Whitsundays portion works perfectly in winter - the seas are calmer and the water visibility is great for snorkeling. Many people on our tours spend extra time around Mission Beach and Magnetic Island, where you can spot wild koalas, wallabies and native birds in the cooler weather while staying in beachfront rooms or those charming island bungalows.
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