Great Barrier Reef Small Group Tours &amp; Trips

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They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Visits

Brisbane, Cairns, Daintree, Great Barrier Reef, Queensland, Sydney

Highlights

Witness the expansive and iconic Great Barrier Reef on a snorkelling adventure and see colourful corals and tropical fish as you swim with turtles off the Daintree coast.
Take a 4WD adventure through the breathtaking landscape of K'gari (formerly Fraser Island). Ride across sand dunes and vast golden beaches in search of the iconic outback creature – the dingo.
Visit Daintree Rainforest – the oldest rainforest in the world – and Cape Tribulation on a stunning day that ticks off two UNESCO World Heritage areas (nature lovers rejoice!).
Soak up the beachside vibes of Byron Bay with a free day in this surfer’s haven. Go for a dip in the ocean, take a kayaking tour, listen to buskers by the beach, join a yoga class or just hang loose in a quirky café.
Embark on a full-day tour of the Whitsundays, where you’ll head out on a bushwalk to Hill Inlet Lookout, go snorkelling among giant tropical fish and corals and then relax on the 7 km stretch of Whitehaven Beach as the sun descends.

Themes

High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"I did the EBC trek with Intrepid in September and October. Our group missed the first 3 days of the planned 12 day trek due to bad weather. There was a real fear we would not be able to do the trek at all. Intrepid sorted out additional accommodation and flights once we were able to fly. Our group made it to EBC by missing the 2 acclimation days on the accent and descending in 3 days instead of 4. This was only possible because of the awesome staff (guides and porters) employed by Intrepid and by Intrepid's backroom staff making alternative accommodation and flight arrangements for us."

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Best of Australia

By Intrepid Travel

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4.5/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Visits

Alice Springs, Bar, Blue Mountains, Cairns, Daintree, Great Barrier Reef, Sydney

Highlights

See all the sites of Sydney – a bustling central city along Australia’s East Coast – like the Opera House, Hyde Park plus a tour around the Harbour with a First Nations guide.
Visit the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains seeing the gorgeous scenery of Wentworth Falls and the Three Sisters on foot and from above on the skyway.
Discover the ever-changing colours of Uluru, one of Australia’s most spiritually significant sites, as you marvel at the epic sandstone monolith at both sunrise and sunset.
Embark on a guided walk through Kata Tjuta (formerly known as The Olgas) and short a hike across the famous Kings Canyon plateau.
Take a full-day sailing and snorkelling tour of the Great Barrier Reef from Port Douglas, learning about the underwater ecosystem and the fragility of the environment from professional marine biologists.

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High Adventure

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Real Australia

By Intrepid Travel

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4.5/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.

Lodging level

Basic - 2 star

Physical level

Easy

Visits

Brisbane, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef

Highlights

Hop aboard for an epic two-night sailing adventure through the stunning Whitsundays. Go snorkelling or scuba diving from the boat, relax in the onboard jacuzzi and soak up the scenery as you cruise through the untouched islands.
Support the local Gumbaynggirr community with stand-up paddleboarding in Coffs Harbour. Gliding along the river, you’ll take in the natural surroundings with an Aboriginally owned social enterprise focusing on preserving culture and language.
Breathe in the fresh air and gorgeous scenery at Lamington National Park – home to lush rainforest, waterfalls, creeks and mountains. Take a hike along the way and spend the night in a lodge in the middle of the forest.
Soak up your free time in iconic east coast spots like Byron Bay, Mission Beach, Magnetic Island and Noosa – why not surf, swim, go hiking, chill out on the beach, watch the sunset or explore these natural landscapes at your own pace.
Visit the Koala Conservation Hospital in Port Macquarie to meet the volunteers and learn how they provide care and treatment for koalas in need of rehabilitation.

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Down Under Discovery with Fiji

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4.7/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Very Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Alice Springs, Auckland, Cairns, Christchurch, Great Barrier Reef, Melbourne, Milford Sound, Mount Cook, Queenstown, Rotorua, Sydney, Waitomo

Highlights

Auckland: Sightseeing; dinner atop Sky Tower
Waitomo: Visit Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Rotorua: Enjoy a Maori cultural performance and Hangi dinner; visit Te Puia, the Agrodome, and Rainbow Springs; behind the-scenes visit at the Kiwi Encounter
Mount cook: Sightseeing in Mount Cook National Park; visit the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Center
Queenstown: Visit Fiordland National Park and cruise on Milford Sound; cruise on Lake Wakatipu; dinner & farm demonstration at Walter Peak High Country Farm

Themes

50 plus, Cultural

What travelers are saying

"Visions of Japan was our first international trip ever, so we were nervous, but as it turns out, we had no reason to be - everything went so smoothly! Our guide was wonderful and knowledgeable, the driver was skilled, and the hotels were beautiful. All the stops were fun and amazing. It was a great 'get your feet wet' tour of Japan. I highly recommend it! You're in good hands with Globus."

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Australian Safari

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4.7/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Very Easy

Visits

Adelaide, Alice Springs, Brisbane, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Hobart, Melbourne, Sydney, Tasmania

Themes

50 plus, Cultural

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Great Sights of Australia

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4.7/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Very Easy

Visits

Brisbane, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Melbourne, Sydney

Themes

50 plus, Cultural

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Highlights of the South Pacific with Fiji

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4.7/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Very Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Auckland, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Melbourne, Milford Sound, Queenstown, Rotorua, Sydney, Waitomo

Highlights

Auckland : Orientation; excursion to Waiheke Island with winery visit and lunch
Waitomo: Visit Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Matamata: Visit the Hobbiton movie set from The Lord of the Rings trilogy
Rotorua: Visit Waimungu Volcanic Valley; enjoy a Maori cultural performance and Hangi dinner
Queenstown: Gondola ride to the top of Bob’s Peak for dinner; visit Fiordland National Park and cruise on Milford Sound

Themes

50 plus, Cultural

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Spectacular Australia with the Historic Ghan Train

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4.7/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Very Easy

Visits

Adelaide, Alice Springs, Cairns, Darwin, Great Barrier Reef, Hobart, Melbourne, Sydney, Tasmania

Themes

50 plus, Cultural

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One Week in Great Barrier Reef

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20 days From$8,319

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The hotels were great, coaches were all comfortable, and the itinerary was perfect. It was a nice blend of doing things on our own and doing things with the group. W...