The Sun Seeker with Sailing (Start Surfers Paradise) (Start Surfers Paradise, end Cairns)

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Get down on the farm, enjoy the idyllic island life, smile at the crocodiles, snorkel the Whitsundays, dive the Great Barrier Reef, and then dance the night away in Cairns. This extravaganza shows you all that 'Down Under' has to offer!

Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Wheelchair Accessible
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Stay at a resort located right by the beach
    • Nightclub entry
    • See the Brisbane River, South Bank & visit Queen Street Mall
    • See the Glass House Mountains
    • Visit the picturesque seaside town & beach of Noosa
    • Take a locally guided 4WD trip across Fraser Island & indulge in a delicious lunch
    • Stay on the world's largest sand island, a UNESCO World Heritage site
    • Drive along Australia's only sand highway
    • Stay in an eco-village & enjoy the resort facilities
    • Dine beachside at Noosa Surf Club & meet a lifesaver

What's this trip about?

    Get down on the farm, enjoy the idyllic island life, smile at the crocodiles, snorkel the Whitsundays, dive the Great Barrier Reef, and then dance the night away in Cairns. This extravaganza shows you all that 'Down Under' has to offer!

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CitySurfers Paradise
End CityCairns

Destinations

  • Australia

Attractions

  • Cairns

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Surfers Paradise

Meet up with the other Contiki Travellers and your Trip Manager in legendary Surfers Paradise. It’s the Gold Coast’s party hot spot and home to some of the best surfing beaches in the world. Get to know your group and Contiki crew on a fun night out by joining in an o...

Day 2: Surfers Paradise

With a free day, hang out among the bronzed bodies, bikini babes and surfer dudes on the golden sands. Check out what Surfers is most famous for, the three kilometers of gorgeous natural beaches. Kick back and spot some locals showing off their talents in the waves. ...

Day 3: Surfers Paradise to Noosa

As we make our way up the coast, we make a stop in Brisbane to see what this city is all about. You’ll get a feel for the capital of Queensland’s laid-back atmosphere when we have a look around town. Noosa is up next. It’s a trendy beach resort town. You could take a stroll through the shops or sunbathe and swim at the beach before we check into our resort.

Day 4: Noosa

This morning on our included full day 4WD tour, we make our way north to Fraser Island, a slice of paradise. This UNESCO World Heritage-listed site is the largest sand island in the world and is 800,000 years old. Packed with around 40 freshwater lakes, lush rainfores...

Day 5: Noosa to Farmstay

Today we continue inland to an authentic country homestead, right in the heart of Queensland’s cattle country. We’ll stop in the country town Childers, where you’ll have the option to visit a local winery & exotic fruit orchard for a tour & tastings. During o...

Day 6: Farmstay to Whitsundays Sailing

Today we drive to Airlie Beach, gateway to the Whitsundays Islands and the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park to board our sailing yacht. Enjoy two nights sailing the stunning Whitsunday islands with your friends. Swim, snorkel, or laze your way around the 74 islands of t...

Day 8: The Whitsundays to Cairns

Today we head deeper into the tropics of Australia when we hit Townsville for some free time. Check out the colonial buildings and get a feel for its maritime past as we drive along the esplanade and into town where you can grab some lunch. Tonight we head out to a l...

Day 9: Cairns

Wake up to the warm waters of Cairns. There’s a chance to experience the Great Barrier Reef on an optional day trip. Put on your snorkel gear or try an optional introduction to scuba diving and check out colourful fish, turtles, vivid coral and the incredible clear wa...

Day 10: Cairns

Feed your your inner adrenaline junkie or relax? It’s your choice with another free day to do what you’re into.

Day 11: Finish Cairns

Feed your inner adrenaline junkie or relax? It’s your choice with another free day to do what you’re into. Say a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends at 5pm.

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Price per day$185
Last Updated: 0/17/2022

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Accommodation

10 nights multi-share accommodation: 6 nights in resorts, 2 nights on a yacht, 1 night in an eco-lodge, 1 night at a cattle station lodge Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging An experienced and professional Trip Manager & Driver team Sightseeing tours of all major cities National Park fees, local taxes & service charges,
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Meals Included
  • 17 meals:
  • 10 breakfasts
  • 2 lunches
  • 5 dinners
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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