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Looking for an unforgettable adventure on Australia’s stunning East Coast? Ultimate Travel offers a variety of group tours and package options that cater to young travelers seeking exploration, fun, and unforgettable memories. Whether you prefer a fully guided group experience or a more flexible semi-guided package, we have something to suit your travel style and needs. Here, we’ll compare the inclusions and options in our group tours and East Coast packages, while exploring the key differences between guided and semi-guided experiences.

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East Coast Tours Australia Compare ULTIMATE
East Coast Highlights Tour 3 Week
East Coast Highlights Explorer 5 Week
East Coast Highlights Explorer 6 Week
East Coast Highlights Explorer 7 Week
East Coast Oz Essentials Package
East Coast Oz Adventure Package
East Coast Reefs and Beaches Tour
East Coast Highlights Tour 3 Week East Coast Tours Australia
East Coast Tours Australia Sydney to Cairns Tour
East Coast Tours Australia Sydney to Cairns Group Tour
East Coast Tours Australia Melbourne to Cairns Group Tour
East Coast Tours Australia Oz Essentials Package
East Coast Tours Australia Oz Adventure
East Coast Tours Australia Reefs and Beaches
Number of Days
21
35
43
50
25
28
15
Tour Style
Fully Guided Group Tour

Fully Guided Group Tour

Fully Guided Group Tour
Fully Guided Group Tour
Self Guided
Semi Guided
Fully Guided Group Tour
Number of Locations Visited
8
12
13
14
7
10
6
Accommodation Style
6-10 Bed Dorms in Australia’s Top Hostels

6-10 Bed Dorms in Australia’s Top Hostels
6-10 Bed Dorms in Australia’s Top Hostels
6-10 Bed Dorms in Australia’s Top Hostels
8-14 Bed Dorms
6-10 Bed Dorms in Australia’s Top Hostels
Twin Share Accommodation
Room Upgrades Available
Yes. Upgrade Room during Booking Process
Yes. Upgrade Room during Booking Process
Yes. Upgrade Room during Booking Process
Yes. Upgrade Room during Booking Process
Room upgrade while travelling
Room upgrade while travelling
Yes. Single Room upgrade during Booking Process
Locations Visited
Sydney, Byron Bay, Surfers Paradise, Brisbane, Rainbow Beach, Airlie Beach, Whitsundays, Cairns
Sydney, Byron Bay, Surfers Paradise, Brisbane, Noosa, Rainbow Beach, K'gari (Fraser Island) Airlie Beach, Whitsundays, Magnetic Island, Mission Beach, Cairns
Sydney, Blue Mountians,  Byron Bay, Surfers Paradise, Brisbane, Noosa, Rainbow Beach, K'gari (Fraser Island), Airlie Beach, Whitsundays, Magnetic Island, Mission Beach, Cairns
Melbourne, Sydney, Byron Bay, Surfers Paradise, Brisbane, Noosa, Rainbow Beach, K'gari (Fraser Island) Airlie Beach, Whitsundays, Magnetic Island, Mission Beach, Cairns
Sydney, Byron Bay, Surfers Paradise, Brisbane, Rainbow Beach, Airlie Beach, Cairns
Sydney, Byron Bay, Surfers Paradise, Brisbane, Noosa, K'gari (Fraser Island) Airlie Beach, Whitsundays, Magnetic Island, Cairns
Sydney, Surfers Paradise, Noosa, K'gari (Fraser Island) Airlie Beach, Cairns
Transport
Coach and Public Transport
Coach and Public Transport
Coach and Public Transport
Train, Coach and Public Transport
Coach and Public Transport
Coach and Public Transport
Flights, Trains and Coach
Whitsundays Sailing Experience
2 Day 2 Night Sailing Trip
2 Day 2 Night Sailing Trip
2 Day 2 Night Sailing Trip
2 Day 2 Night Sailing Trip
Choose your Own
2 Day 2 Night Sailing Trip
Whitehaven Beach Day Trip
Fraser Island Camping Experience
3 Day 2 Night Camping Trip
3 Day 2 Night Camping Trip
3 Day 2 Night Camping Trip
3 Day 2 Night Camping Trip
Choose your Own
Choose your Own
K’gari Day Trip
Surf Lesson New
Included
Included
Included
Included
Optional Extra
Optional Extra
Optional Extra
Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Tour
Included
Included
Included
Included
Optional Extra
Optional Extra
Included
Included Meals
4 x Breakfast 5 x Lunch 6 x Dinner
15 included Meals
17 included Meals
18 included Meals
No Meals
10 Meals
5 Meals
Other included Activities
Available to prebook before arrival and while on Tour
Available to prebook before arrival and while on Tour
Available to prebook before arrival and while on Tour
Available to prebook before arrival and while on Tour
Available to prebook before arrival and while travelling
Available to prebook before arrival and while travelling
Available to prebook before arrival and while on Tour
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$3,999
$5,099
$5,899
$6,599
$2,099
$3,999
$4,999
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Guided vs Unguided Group Tours

When it comes to the East Coast of Australia, the difference between a ‘Fully Guided Group Tour’  and ‘Semi-Guided package’ can make a world of difference to your experience. At ULTIMATE, we are proud to be one of the few operators offering both Fully Guided East Coast Group Tours and ‘Semi Guided East Coast Packages’ Compare our East Coast travel options below.

FULLY GUIDED GROUP TOURS

Fully guided Group Tours makes all the difference in creating a memorable and stress-free adventure. Each tour is acompanied by a Group Leader who will be travelling with you from start to finish and will showcase the very best of the East Coast to you.

Our most popular ‘East Coast Explorer’ option has three options. Choose between our 5, 6 or 7 week itineraries that all connect and welcome travellers booked on each option before departing Sydney for a continuous 5 weeks. This tour provides the perfect balance of easy-paced travel, exciting inclusions, and ample free time to explore at your own pace, all with the support of a knowledgeable leader and consistent tour group of other travellers on your itinerary.

SEMI GUIDED ‘PACKAGES’

Looking for a bit more independence on your East Coast adventure? Semi-guided Packages might be the perfect fit! Semi Guided packages are booked as solo adventures that other like-minded travelers might also be experiencing. These packages are built without the full-time structure of a guided tour. You’ll still enjoy the convenience of pre-planned activities and a representative for key parts of your journey—usually around 20% of the experience—while having plenty of free time to go off and discover on your own. It’s the ideal balance for those who want the best of both worlds.

Guided vs Unguided Group Tours

When it comes to the East Coast of Australia, the difference between a ‘Fully Guided Group Tour’  and ‘Semi-Guided package’ can make a world of difference to your experience. At ULTIMATE, we are proud to be one of the few operators offering both Fully Guided East Coast Group Tours and ‘Semi Guided East Coast Packages’ Compare our East Coast travel options below.

FULLY GUIDED GROUP TOURS

Fully guided Group Tours makes all the difference in creating a memorable and stress-free adventure. Each tour is acompanied by a Group Leader who will be travelling with you from start to finish and will showcase the very best of the East Coast to you.

Our most popular ‘East Coast Explorer’ option has three options. Choose between our 5, 6 or 7 week itineraries that all connect and welcome travellers booked on each option before departing Sydney for a continuous 5 weeks. This tour provides the perfect balance of easy-paced travel, exciting inclusions, and ample free time to explore at your own pace, all with the support of a knowledgeable leader and consistent tour group of other travellers on your itinerary.

SEMI GUIDED ‘PACKAGES’

Looking for a bit more independence on your East Coast adventure? Semi-guided Packages might be the perfect fit! Semi Guided packages are booked as solo adventures that other like-minded travelers might also be experiencing. These packages are built without the full-time structure of a guided tour. You’ll still enjoy the convenience of pre-planned activities and a representative for key parts of your journey—usually around 20% of the experience—while having plenty of free time to go off and discover on your own. It’s the ideal balance for those who want the best of both worlds.

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