

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 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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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 | |
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 |
From Price | $3,999 | $5,099 | $5,899 | $6,599 | $2,099 | $3,999 | $4,999 |