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Secure your tour date with a $300 fully flexible deposit. Find out more here.
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EAST COAST EXPLORERBRISBANE TO CAIRNS | EAST COAST AUSTRALIA |
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Secure your tour date with a $300 fully flexible deposit. Find out more here.
Get ready for an epic guided group adventure on the Ultimate East Coast Australia Explorer tour from Brisbane to Cairns. Discover amazing Aussie locations, have heaps of fun, create unforgettable memories and make friends for life! We’ll show you the very best spots along the East Coast including Noosa, Mission Beach, Magnetic Island & Cairns! We’ll sail around the Whitsunday Islands, camp on K’gari, party in Airlie Beach, spot Aussie wildlife, snorkel the Great Barrier Reef & more!
15 Key inclusions.
Group Leader from Brisbane to Cairns.
10 Itinerary stops.
2 night Fraser Island Camping adventure.
2 night Sailing.
Public Transport. Scania coaches. WiFI. Reclining Seats.
Get ready for an epic Fully Guided Group Tour Adventure on the Ultimate East Coast Australia Explorer tour from Brisbane to Cairns. Discover amazing Aussie locations, have heaps of fun, create unforgettable memories and make friends for life! We’ll show you the very best spots along the East Coast including Noosa, Mission Beach, Magnetic Island & Cairns! We’ll sail around the Whitsunday Islands, camp on K’gari, party in Airlie Beach, spot Aussie wildlife, snorkel the Great Barrier Reef & more!
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Local fees applied if travelling on a tour that starts before 30 June 2026: $80AUD Total Paid direct. $30 EMC Levy, $20 port fuel and reef levy - Great Barrier Reef, $30 insurance - Fraser Island Adventure.
From 1 July 2026, an optional 'K'gari' Fraser Island Camping insurance is available for $30 if you wish to drive a vehicle during the Island Experience component of the tour.
Spending Money: We recommend a travel budget of approx $80-$100/ day for meals when not included in the itinerary. This tour is designed to have free time in most locations so that you can participate in additional and optional activities. Explore and Prebook your activities online, or book once you arrive and your tour begins.
ABOUT THE TOUR
Ultimate East Coast tours are all about having fun, exploring amazing locations and making great friendships that will last a lifetime. This trip is fully guided by a Group Leader for your entire itinerary from Brisbane to Cairns. The East Coast Explorer tours are easy paced adventures and are designed to give you Free Time at most itinerary stops so that you can customise your experience.
ABOUT YOU
Our East Coast Explorer tours are designed for travellers 18-35 that wish to experience the best of the East Coast. Some travellers will be on Gap Years and others will be on short holiday breaks looking to have fun, meet new people and experience Australia. Our tours are Social and Fun and our itineraries are designed for those who are eager to travel and experience their ULTIMATE Travel Moment. You should join us if you are looking to meet other travellers, make the most of every moment and experience the best of the East Coast.
BRISBANE START
This 28-day East Coast Explorer adventure kicks off for you in Brisbane, where you’ll join an existing Ultimate Travel group already one week into their journey. The tour itself officially began in Sydney, so by the time you meet your new travel mates, they’ll have already shared some great memories together – and you’ll slot straight into the fun. From Brisbane onwards, you’ll travel together as one group, exploring the very best of Australia’s East Coast with a mix of iconic stops, bucket-list activities, and plenty of free time.
It’s the perfect way to enjoy a guided group travel experience while starting your trip a little further north.
Whilst our tours are jam-packed with awesome activities, you may choose to add our optional activities to your booking.
Whether you'd like to brave a Skydive, a Bungy Jump, go White Water Rafting, visit the Daintree Rainforest or extend your stay in Cairns, we're here to help you plan the trip of a lifetime!
You can pre-book optional activities guaranteeing availability on your chosen departure date or organise any additional activities with your Ultimate guide as you travel, for the same price (subject to tour availability.) Check out some of our popular optional extras and simply add them to your booking at checkout.
Ultimate East Coast Australia Explorer + Sydney
If you are planning to land in Sydney and want to explore places like Byron Bay and Surfers Paradise on our 5 or 6 week Explorer Tours
The East Coast Australia Explorer + Sydney tour includes seven nights in Australia's Top Hostel located in central Sydney. The Sydney week includes a city walk, Harbour Cruise, a visit to the Blue Mountains and 2 nights in Bondi Beach! In Byron Bay we have a professional surf lesson, lighthouse walk to the most Easternly Point of Australia and pizza night at the hostel before checking out the local nightlife. Relax in Surfers Paradise with some down time or get your adrenaline going at the theme parks, either way these are some iconic Australian spots that are worth the visit. Check it out here.
OUTBACK ADD-ON
Experience Outback Australia on our 3-day tour of the iconic Red Centre. Visit the sacred sites of Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon, sleep in an Aussie swag under the stars and learn about Aboriginal history and current day Aboriginal culture.
SOUTHEAST ASIA
Looking to do a stopover on the way to Australia? Join our Ultimate guided tours in Thailand, Bali and Vietnam!
Want to explore another part of Australia or keen for an activity we haven't mentioned? Let us know! We're the Aussie travel experts and are here to help you plan your dream adventure Down Under!
TRANSPORT
We travel from Brisbane to Great Barrier Reef via public transport, train and coaches. Our point to point transport features air-conditioning, leather reclining seats, Wifi, in-seat USB chargers, and onboard toilets. To make the most of our time in each location, we use several overnight coach services to travel, so we arrive rested, refreshed and ready for our next adventure!
ULTIMATE GROUP LEADERS
Your Ultimate East Coast Group Leader will be travelling with you from start to finish and will showcase the very best of the East Coast to you.
Local fees applied if travelling on a tour that starts before 30 June 2026: $80AUD Total Paid direct. $30 EMC Levy, $20 port fuel and reef levy - Great Barrier Reef, $30 insurance - Fraser Island Adventure.
From 1 July 2026, an optional 'K'gari' Fraser Island Camping insurance is available for $30 if you wish to drive a vehicle during the Island Experience component of the tour.
Spending Money: We recommend a travel budget of approx $80-$100/ day for meals when not included in the itinerary. This tour is designed to have free time in most locations so that you can participate in additional and optional activities. Explore and Prebook your activities online, or book once you arrive and your tour begins.
Ultimate East Coast tours are all about having fun, exploring amazing locations and making great friendships that will last a lifetime.
The East Coast Explorer tours are easy paced adventures and are designed to give you Free Time at most itinerary stops so that you can customise your experience.
This tour is perfect for solo travellers and for those travelling with friends. Enjoy your trip with a group of up to 20 other 18-35s from all over the world and your Ultimate East Coast Group Leader.
BRISBANE START
This 28-day East Coast Explorer adventure kicks off for you in Brisbane, where you’ll join an existing Ultimate Travel group already one week into their journey. The tour itself officially began in Sydney, so by the time you meet your new travel mates, they’ll have already shared some great memories together – and you’ll slot straight into the fun. From Brisbane onwards, you’ll travel together as one group, exploring the very best of Australia’s East Coast with a mix of iconic stops, bucket-list activities, and plenty of free time.
It’s the perfect way to enjoy a guided group travel experience while starting your trip a little further north.
This Ultimate East Coast Australia Explorer tour includes 26 nights accommodation and 1 overnight bus.
22-nights are spent in dorm share accommodation in the very best hostels on the Aussie East Coast. You'll be staying in a beachfront hostel, resort-style flashpacker accommodation and a leafy island bungalow with an on-site wildlife park.
You'll also spend 2 nights sailing around the Whitsunday Islands and 2-nights camping on Fraser Island.
Accommodation is based on 4-10 bed shared dorm arrangements.
Twin share and Private rooms upgrades are available.
TRANSPORT
Our itineraries travel point to point via Scania Coach and Public Transport (Trains and Buses). Our coach transport partners feature air-conditioned vehicles, leather reclining seats, Wifi, in-seat USB chargers and onboard toilets. To make the most of our time in each location, we use several overnight coach services to travel.
Note: NO airport transfer is included for the Brisbane Start East Coast Explorer Tour
ULTIMATE GROUP LEADERS
Your Ultimate East Coast Group Leader will be travelling with you from start to finish and will showcase the very best of the East Coast to you.
Whilst our tours are jam-packed with awesome activities, you may choose to add our optional activities to your booking.
Whether you'd like to brave a Skydive, a Bungy Jump, go White Water Rafting, visit the Daintree Rainforest or extend your stay in Cairns, we're here to help you plan the trip of a lifetime!
You can pre-book optional activities guaranteeing availability on your chosen departure date or organise any additional activities with your Ultimate guide as you travel, for the same price (subject to tour availability.) Check out some of our popular optional extras and simply add them to your booking at checkout.
Ultimate East Coast Explorer + Sydney
If you are planning to land in Sydney and want to explore places like Byron Bay and Surfers Paradise on our 5 or 6 week Explorer Tours
The East Coast Australia Explorer + Sydney tour includes seven nights in Australia's Top Hostel located in central Sydney. The Sydney week includes a city walk, Harbour Cruise, a visit to the Blue Mountains and 2 nights in Bondi Beach! In Byron Bay we have a professional surf lesson, lighthouse walk to the most Easternly Point of Australia and pizza night at the hostel before checking out the local nightlife. Relax in Surfers Paradise with some down time or get your adrenaline going at the theme parks, either way these are some iconic Australian spots that are worth the visit. Check it out here.
OUTBACK ADD-ON
Experience Outback Australia on our 3-day tour of the iconic Red Centre. Visit the sacred sites of Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon, sleep in an Aussie swag under the stars and learn about Aboriginal history and current day Aboriginal culture.
SOUTHEAST ASIA
Looking to do a stopover on the way to Australia? Join our Ultimate guided tours in Thailand, Bali and Vietnam!
Want to explore another part of Australia or keen for an activity we haven't mentioned? Let us know! We're the Aussie travel experts and are here to help you plan your dream adventure Down Under!
To book this East Coast Australia tour, select your chosen departure date and any optional extras you would like to book. We'll send you a booking confirmation as well as important information about your tour.
If you have a travel date in mind but you're not ready to pay in full, you can secure your spot with a $300 Deposit
LOCAL CHARGES (Paid direct on arrival)
We have done our best to include the key touring components but have listed the below fee's that are required to be paid on arrival whilst on tour.
BRISBANE START
This 28-day East Coast Explorer adventure kicks off for you in Brisbane, where you’ll join an existing Ultimate Travel group already one week into their journey. The tour itself officially began in Sydney, so by the time you meet your new travel mates, they’ll have already shared some great memories together – and you’ll slot straight into the fun. From Brisbane onwards, you’ll travel together as one group, exploring the very best of Australia’s East Coast with a mix of iconic stops, bucket-list activities, and plenty of free time.
It’s the perfect way to enjoy a guided group travel experience while starting your trip a little further north.
This Ultimate East Coast Australia Explorer tour includes 26 nights accommodation and 1 overnight buses.
This Ultimate East Coast Australia Explorer starts in Brisbane on Day 1. At the end of your adventure your Group Leader can help you to arrange onward travel.
Main Tour Meeting Point: Bunk Brisbane at 10am.
Tour End Point: Gilligan's Hostel and Resort Cairns at 10am on checkout.
You’ll be travelling with a group of 18-30-somethings from all over the world, and an ULTIMATE Group Leader. Group sizes vary but you can generally expect to travel with a group of approximately 10-20 people.
We stay at some of the most popular hostels along the Australian East Coast. All prices are based on shared accommodation in 6 - 10 share dorm style rooms.
Twin and private room upgrades are available to book but are subject to availability and single supplement charges. Note: Twin and Private room upgrades are not available on the Whitsundays, Fraser Island or overnight buses. Twin and Single room upgrades may still have shared bathroom facilities.
Various activity add-ons on your way up the East Coast coast including: Skydive, Bungy Jump, white Water Rafting, Waterfall tours and More! You are able to add your extras to your experience when making your booking or you can book with your Group Leader once the tour commences. A full list of optional activities is made available to you prior to your tour starting. Please note that optional activities are subject to availability and additional booking terms and conditions.
If you need additional nights before or after your Ultimate East Coast Australia Explorer tour, just add them to your booking when you checkout. Not sure if you need extra nights? Get in touch to chat with a member of the crew before or after you book.
We are unable to book flights, but we always recommend using online search engines to research the best available flight routes, prices and times. To ease your experience, we suggest booking via a Travel Agent or directly with your preferred airline.
Travel insurance is required to participate in this tour. We recommend that you find and compare various policies to ensure you have an appropriate level of coverage for you adventure. Not sure where to start? You can find some trusted Travel Insurers here.
We have done our best to include all fees and charges but there are some key touring components that are required to be paid on arrival whilst on tour.
Optional Activity Levies - Whilst on tour, various local activity operators may charge a levy that is to be paid direct on the day your activity takes place. These will be communicated to you when booking any optional activities. A local 'levy' is generally a tax or administration fee.
Australia has no shortage of incredible food and when travelling on our East Coast tours, we make sure we include some iconic Australian BBQs. Please refer to the tour itinerary and inclusions for a list of included meals, but please note that meals are generally not included and we recommend you account for meals and drinks in your budgeting
An airport shuttle on arrival is not included when starting in Brisbane. If there is any reason you won't make it in time to meet your group please contact us immediately.
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! Our East Coast Explorer tour range is suited to travellers who want to travel at a reasonable pace and tailor their experience to their preferences. Each stop along our journey to Cairns will have some free time for you to explore with our group and on your own.
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 can 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.
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.
On our Group Tours, your transport and accommodation along with the meals and activities listed on the itinerary are all included in your tour price. While you are travelling you may wish to participate in additional activities which you will need to budget for. While travelling you may wish to eat and drink out or you may plan to cook and prepare some of your own meals.
As a guide, we recommend you budget an additional $80 - $100AUD per day for spending money. Please note that all travellers are different and you may wish to travel with additional spending money. There are amazing optional activities and food options on offer on the East Coast and if you desire to experience most of them, you may wish to budget for additional spending money.
Our East Coast Explorer tours are designed for travellers 18-35 that wish to experience the best of the East Coast. Some travellers will be on Gap Years and others will be on short holiday breaks looking to have fun, meet new people and experience Australia. Our tours are Social and Fun and our itineraries are designed for those who are eager to travel and experience their ULTIMATE Travel Moment. You should join us if you are looking to meet other travellers, make the most of every moment and experience the best of the East Coast.
At the end of your tour you'll be full of emotions and some amazing memories, but the adventure doesn't have to stop there! If you’re unsure of what to do after your package ends, talk to your leader or drop us an email or give us a call – we’re happy to give you recommendations on what to do next!
If you’ve got the travel bug our friendly travel experts can talk you through some options – and even set you up with some sweet deals on discounted travel!
On a working holiday and looking for a job? Our jobs expert can help you write the perfect CV and apply for jobs.
We love hearing from you and we’re here to assist you any way we can!
We travel from Brisbane to the Great Barrier Reef via public transport, train and coaches. Our point to point transport feature air-conditioning, leather reclining seats, Wifi, in-seat USB chargers, and onboard toilets.
Yes. It is mandatory that you travel with a comprehensive travel insurance policy to cover the likes of cancellation, personal injury and medical expenses. By joining us on tour, you acknowledge that you have obtained a policy and are covered. You are responsible for reading and understanding the details of the policy that you are taking out. You should book your travel insurance at the time of booking your trip.
To book this East Coast Australia tour, select your chosen departure date, enter your details and we’ll send you a booking confirmation as well as useful information about your tour and where you can meet others booked onto your start date! Got a travel date in mind but not ready to pay in full? Choose to pay a non-refundable $300 deposit to secure a spot on your chosen departure date. Need someone to talk through your travel plans with? Get in touch!
Looking to book a departure date that is already fully booked? You can join our waiting list for a specific tour date via the tour page. When you join our waitlist, you are required to provide a credit card to verify your waitlist request. We will not charge your card at the time of the waitlist. If a tour space becomes available, we will notify you via email and charge your card once you reconfirm your participation. If you wish to join the waitlist for multiple dates, please join the waitlist for your first preferred date and enter your travel period in the booking notes.
This Ultimate East Coast Australia Explorer starts in Brisbane multiple days during the week. At the end of your adventure your Group Leader can help you to arrange onward travel.
Main Tour Meeting Point: Bunk Brisbane at 10am.
Tour End Point: Gilligan's Hostel and Resort Cairns at 10am on checkout.
You’ll be travelling with a group of 18-30-somethings from all over the world, and and ULTIMATE Group Leader. Group sizes vary but you can generally expect to travel with a group of approximately 10-20 people.
We stay at some of the most popular hostels along the Australian East Coast. All prices are based on shared accommodation in 6 or 10 share dorm style rooms.
Twin and private room upgrades are available to book but are subject to availability and single supplement charges. Note: Twin and Private room upgrades are not available on the Whitsundays, Fraser Island or overnight buses. Twin and Single room upgrades may still have shared bathroom facilities.
Various activity add-ons on your way up the East Coast coast including: Skydive, Bungy Jump, white Water Rafting, Waterfall tours and More! You are able to add your extras to your experience when making your booking or you can book with your Group Leader once the tour commences. A full list of optional activities is made available to you prior to your tour starting. Please note that optional activities are subject to availability and additional booking terms and conditions.
If you need additional nights before or after your Ultimate East Coast Australia Explorer tour, just add them to your booking when you checkout. Not sure if you need extra nights? Get in touch to chat with a member of the crew before or after you book.
We are unable to book flights, but we always recommend using online search engines to research the best available flight routes, prices and times. To ease your experience, we suggest booking via a Travel Agent or directly with your preferred airline.
Travel insurance is required to participate in this tour. We recommend that you find and compare various policies to ensure you have an appropriate level of coverage for you adventure. Not sure where to start? You can find some trusted Travel Insurers here.
Australia has no shortage of incredible food and when travelling on our East Coast tours, we make sure we include some iconic Australian BBQ’s. Please refer to the tour itinerary and inclusions for a list of included meals, but please note that meals are generally not included and we recommend you account for meals and drinks in your budgeting
An airport shuttle on arrival is not included in Brisbane. If you are delayed joining the tour for any reason please contact us immediately.
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! Our East Coast Explorer tour range is suited to travellers who want to travel at a reasonable pace and tailor their experience to their preferences. Each stop along our journey to Cairns will have some free time for you to explore with our group and on your own.
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 can not cater for all tastes or dislikes. We will ask you to re-confirm any dietary requirements with your Group Leader at the start of your trip.
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.
Yes. It is mandatory that you travel with a comprehensive travel insurance policy to cover the likes of cancellation, personal injury and medical expenses. By joining us on tour, you acknowledge that you have obtained a policy and are covered. You are responsible for reading and understanding the details of the policy that you are taking out. You should book your travel insurance at the time of booking your trip.
We have done our best to include all fees and charges but there are some key touring components that are required to be paid on arrival whilst on tour.
Optional Activity Levies - Whilst on tour, various local activity operators may charge a levy that is to be paid direct on the day your activity takes place. These will be communicated to you when booking any optional activities. A local 'levy' is generally a tax or administration fee.
Our East Coast Explorer tours are designed for travellers 18-35 that wish to experience the best of the East Coast. Some travellers will be on Gap Years and others will be on short holiday breaks looking to have fun, meet new people and experience Australia. Our tours are Social and Fun and our itineraries are designed for those who are eager to travel and experience their ULTIMATE Travel Moment. You should join us if you are looking to meet other travellers, make the most of every moment and experience the best of the East Coast.
On our Group Tours, your transport and accommodation along with the meals and activities listed on the itinerary are all included in your tour price. While you are travelling you may wish to participate in additional activities which you will need to budget for. While travelling you may wish to eat and drink out or you may plan to cook and prepare some of your own meals.
As a guide, we recommend you budget an additional $80 - $100AUD per day for spending money. Please note that all travellers are different and you may wish to travel with additional spending money. There are amazing optional activities and food options on offer on the East Coast and if you desire to experience most of them, you may wish to budget for additional spending money.
We travel from Brisbane to the Great Barrier Reef via public transport, train and coaches. Our point to point transport feature air-conditioning, leather reclining seats, Wifi, in-seat USB chargers, and onboard toilets.
To book this East Coast Australia tour, select your chosen departure date, enter your details and we’ll send you a booking confirmation as well as useful information about your tour and where you can meet others booked onto your start date! Got a travel date in mind but not ready to pay in full? Choose to pay a non-refundable $300 deposit to secure a spot on your chosen departure date. Need someone to talk through your travel plans with? Get in touch!
Looking to book a departure date that is already fully booked? You can join our waiting list for a specific tour date via the tour page. When you join our waitlist, you are required to provide a credit card to verify your waitlist request. We will not charge your card at the time of the waitlist. If a tour space becomes available, we will notify you via email and charge your card once you reconfirm your participation. If you wish to join the waitlist for multiple dates, please join the waitlist for your first preferred date and enter your travel period in the booking notes.
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