12-DAY / 11-NIGHT GROUP TOUR
SYDNEY TO K’GARI
EAST COAST GROUP TOUR | SYDNEY TO FRASER ISLAND
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12 DAY / 11-NIGHT GROUP TOUR

SYDNEY TO K’GARI

EAST COAST GROUP TOUR | SYDNEY TO FRASER ISLAND

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Prices start from
$2,848
December Sale
$3,052
Displayed price includes a 1.75% booking fee.
Tour price$2,799
Online booking fee (1.75%)$49
You pay$2,848
Tour charges are in AUD. Secure your date with a deposit today. See our booking policy for full terms.
TRIP OVERVIEW

Got less than two weeks in Australia? Our 12 day East Coast Group Tour packs the best of the southern East Coast into one fully guided trip. From Sydney to K’gari (Fraser Island), we head north to bohemian Byron Bay, the golden beaches of Surfers Paradise, sunny Brisbane and the wildlife of Australia Zoo, before a 3 day, 2 night 4WD camping adventure on K’gari, the world’s largest sand island. We finish back in Brisbane, ready for your flight home or your next adventure. If you want to make new mates and see the East Coast’s big hitters without spending months on the road, this is the trip for you.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

  • 3 day, 2 night 4WD camping adventure on K’gari (Fraser Island)
  • Swim in the crystal-clear waters of Lake McKenzie
  • Discover hidden waterfalls and beaches on the Behind Byron Bay Tour
  • A full day at Australia Zoo, home of the Crocodile Hunter
  • Byron Bay, Surfers Paradise, Brisbane and Rainbow Beach in under two weeks
  • Fully guided by a Group Leader from start to finish
  • Finishes back in Brisbane, easy for flights home
  • Award-winning Group Tours
East Coast Sydney to K’gari tour route map: Sydney, Byron Bay, Surfers Paradise, Brisbane, Rainbow Beach and K’gari
  • All transport from Sydney to K’gari and back to Brisbane – Coach transport between every stop, including the return to Brisbane on the final day
  • Ultimate East Coast Group Leader – Group Leader available 24/7 on tour
  • 11 nights’ Accommodation – 8 nights in hand-picked East Coast hostels, 2 nights camping on K’gari and 1 overnight coach
  • Sydney City Tour – Check out the Harbour City key sights including the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and more
  • Behind Byron Bay Tour – Exploring the hidden, untouched gems Lennox Head, Lake Ainsworth and Killen Falls
  • Visit Byron Bay Lighthouse – Hike to mainland Australia’s most easterly point, plus a group yoga and pizza night
  • Brisbane Orientation Walk – Explore Brisbane’s South Bank and hang out by the city lagoon
  • Visit Australia Zoo – A full day at the famous Irwin family zoo, transfers included
  • Carlo Sand Blow – Walk the giant moonscape sand blow above Rainbow Beach
  • 3-day K’gari Camping Adventure – Explore Fraser Island by 4WD and visit Lake McKenzie, Eli Creek, the Maheno Shipwreck, Champagne Pools and Lake Wabby
  • 2 x Breakfast, 3 x Lunch, 3 x Dinner – Some meals included along with great local recommendations throughout the journey

DAY 1 WELCOME TO SYDNEY

Welcome to Sydney - East Coast Sydney to K’gari tour

Your adventure kicks off at 1pm in Sydney with a City Orientation Tour led by your Group Leader. We take in the Harbour City’s headline sights and finish at the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House, the perfect first group photo. Tonight we board the overnight coach north, travelling while we sleep so we wake up ready for Byron Bay.

DAYS 2-3 BYRON BAY

Byron Bay - East Coast Sydney to K’gari tour

We roll into Byron Bay and check into our hostel, then head out on an Orientation Walk to soak up the laid-back, bohemian vibe this town is famous for. We hike the Cape Byron coastal track to the Byron Bay Lighthouse, mainland Australia’s most easterly point, and wind down with a group yoga session and pizza night. Our Behind Byron Bay Tour takes us to the hidden gems most visitors miss: Killen Falls, Lennox Head and the tea-tree waters of Lake Ainsworth.

DAYS 4-5 SURFERS PARADISE

Surfers Paradise - East Coast Sydney to K’gari tour

Next up is the Gold Coast’s famous Surfers Paradise. We hit the golden sands of Surfers Paradise Beach on our Orientation Walk and you’ll have the option to take in the view from SkyPoint, near the top of one of Australia’s tallest buildings. Free time here is perfect for a surf lesson or a theme park, and by night your Group Leader will show you where the group heads out.

DAYS 6-7 BRISBANE AND AUSTRALIA ZOO

Brisbane and Australia Zoo - East Coast Sydney to K’gari tour

We continue to Brisbane, Queensland’s sunny capital, and explore the South Bank precinct with its city lagoon, Streets Beach. Day two is a full day at Australia Zoo, the home of the Crocodile Hunter. Meet koalas, kangaroos and crocs, catch the wildlife shows and learn about the Irwin family’s conservation work.

DAY 8 RAINBOW BEACH

Rainbow Beach - East Coast Sydney to K’gari tour

We travel north to Rainbow Beach, the laid-back gateway to K’gari. On arrival we walk up to the Carlo Sand Blow, a 15 hectare moonscape of sand with sweeping views over the coloured cliffs. Tonight we get our K’gari safety briefing and meet the local guide who will be with us for the next three days.
Not included: $20 K’gari insurance, paid on arrival.

DAY 9 K’GARI FRASER ISLAND

Lake McKenzie, K’gari Fraser Island

We cross to K’gari, the world’s largest sand island, and cruise 75 Mile Beach, the island’s very own beach highway, to Eurong for a morning coffee stop. From here the big adventure begins as we head inland to Lake McKenzie, the most famous spot on the island, for lunch and a swim in its crystal-clear water. In the afternoon we drive up the beach to our campsite for dinner and a night under the stars.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner

DAY 10 K’GARI FRASER ISLAND

12 day express

This morning we float down the crystal-clear waters of Eli Creek, then continue north to the rusting Maheno Shipwreck for photos and the story behind this K’gari icon. We climb Indian Head, the island’s highest point, where you might spot whales, rays and sharks below, before cooling off in the Champagne Pools. Then it’s back to camp for our second night of dinner, drinks and stars.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 11 K’GARI TO RAINBOW BEACH

12 day express

After breakfast we pack up camp and hike through the sand dunes to Lake Wabby, a hidden emerald lake on the edge of a giant sand blow. After lunch we drive back down the beach to the barge and return to Rainbow Beach in the afternoon for a final night together.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 12 BACK TO BRISBANE

K’gari group tour - East Coast Sydney to K’gari tour

This morning we travel back to Brisbane together, where our East Coast adventure comes to an end. Time to say goodbye to your new mates and swap socials. Fly home from Brisbane, or ask our team about continuing north to the Whitsundays and the Great Barrier Reef.
Tour ends in Brisbane in the afternoon.

WHERE WE STAY

The 12 day East Coast Sydney to K’gari tour includes 11 nights total.

  • 8 nights in some of the best hostels on the East Coast: Wakeup Byron, Bunk Surfers, Bunk Brisbane and Freedom Rainbow Beach.
  • 2 nights camping on K’gari (Fraser Island) and 1 overnight coach from Sydney to Byron Bay.
  • Accommodation is based on 6-10 bed shared dorm arrangements.
  • Twin share and private room upgrades are available.

BOOK TOUREast Coast Sydney to K’gari
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Booking with ULTIMATE is easy! We take payments securely via Mastercard or Visa Credit and Debit Card and we will charge you in Australian Currency (AUD). Your deposit is flexible and if you can no longer travel, you can save your deposit for a later trip or destination if you notify us 30 days before your scheduled tour date.

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Good to Know | FAQs

The tour starts in Sydney and finishes in Brisbane. The return from Rainbow Beach to Brisbane on the final day is included, so it is easy to book your flight home from Brisbane Airport. Want to keep going? Our team can help you continue north to the Whitsundays and the Great Barrier Reef.

You’ll be travelling with a group of 18-30-somethings from all over the world, and a Group Leader. Group sizes vary but you can generally expect to travel with a group of approximately 10-24 people.

There is many optional activities you can add onto your tour. You can prebook optional activities during the booking process by selecting the ‘extras’. If you wish to add them after you book, just get in touch with our team via email. Most travellers choose to book their optional activities once the tour begins. Our tour leader will explain to you what is available and you are able to pay digitally via email payment links. We automatically save spaces for you on the most popular activities. The following are the recommended adds-ons created by Ultimate:

  • Skydive
  • Cape Tribulation
  • Great Barrier Reef and Whitsundays scenic flight
  • White water rafting
  • Whitsundays jet ski tour

We include an Orientation Walk at most stops of our itinerary. It is a short and guided walk with your group leader when you arrive at a new destination. It’s designed to help you get your bearings, understand the layout of the area, and learn where everything is. We’ll show you key landmarks, main streets, transport points, and local hangouts. You’ll also get insider tips on food, nightlife, activities, and the best ways to spend your free time. Our Orientation Walks are not formal, history heavy tours. While we’ll share some fun facts and local insights, the focus is on helping you experience the destination rather than providing an in depth historical guide. Most Orientation Walks take around 10 to 30 minutes depending on the destination. Orientation Walks are included in most itinerary stops where it adds value and helps you get familiar with the destination.

Some meals are included: 2 x Breakfast, 3 x Lunch and 3 x Dinner, including all main meals on the K’gari camping trip and a pizza night in Byron Bay. We recommend a travel budget of around $60 to $80 AUD per day for meals when they are not included.

The great thing is, there is no bad time to travel to Australia! The country is so vast that depending when and where you plan on travelling you’re always likely to hit some sun! At certain times of the year there can be tropical storms in some locations across Australia, there can be hot, humid weather and there can be beautiful sunny skies with a cooler breeze. As you’ll be travelling such a wide area from South to North you are likely to experience a bit of everything. Please Note – We cannot predict the weather and cannot guarantee perfect days, but we will do our best to make the most of days when Mother Nature isn’t in our favour!

Yes. If you have around two weeks in Australia, this 12 day tour covers the southern East Coast highlights, Byron Bay, Surfers Paradise, Brisbane, Australia Zoo and K’gari, and leaves you a couple of spare days for Sydney before or after. Got three weeks? Check out our 21 day East Coast Highlights tour, which continues to the Whitsundays and the Great Barrier Reef.

If you have an existing medical condition or disability that may affect your trip or how we deliver our experience, we ask that you inform us in writing at the time of your booking. You may be asked to obtain a medical certificate and if we reasonably feel we are unable to accommodate your particular needs, we reserve the right to decline your booking.

In most cases, we can cater to Vegetarian and Gluten Free diets. We will make every effort to cater to all other diets and needs, but we are unable to guarantee this will be possible in every location we visit. Unfortunately we will not cater for tastes or dislikes. We will ask you to re-confirm any dietary requirements with your Group Leader at the start of your trip.

Our East Coast Sydney to K’gari tour is designed for travellers aged 18 to 35 who want to experience the best of the southern East Coast in under two weeks. It is packed full of inclusions, requires a moderate level of fitness, and we spend 1 to 3 nights in each location.

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