Melbourne to Cairns Express Tour

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duration 19 days
tour type Group
age requirement 18-50 yrs
guiding method Live Guide/Instructor

Starts Melbourne, Australia
Ends Cairns, Australia

HIGHLIGHTS

Enjoy a 4WD safari trip on Fraser Island
Explore the amazing Whitsunday Islands on a sailing adventure
Dive into the tropical waters of the Great Barrier Reef
Go surfing in Byron Bay. Enjoy its laidback vibe

This awesome, 19-day guided tour package is great for those who have a very limited timeframe but are hoping to see the main highlights along Australia's east coast. Starting from Melbourne, this trip will take you through Sydney, Byron Bay, Brisbane and Fraser Island, coming to an end in Cairns.

Explore the amazing Blue Mountains and learn to surf in Byron Bay, one of the most stunning coastal destinations in the world. Go out on a 4WD safari trip on Fraser Island and visit some of its incredible lakes. Enjoy 2 nights of sailing in the Whitsundays.

Walk on the pristine sands of Whitehaven Beach and dive into the water in the Great Barrier Reef. With some of the most beautiful coastal destinations in the world on the itinerary and tons of included activities, this trip is sure to be give you memories for a lifetime.

ITINERARY Expand All

Day 1: Melbourne - Sydney (overnight bus)
Day 2: Sydney
Day 3: Blue Mountains tour
Day 4: Sydney - Byron Bay (overnight bus)
Day 5: Byron Bay surf lesson
Day 6: Byron Bay - Nimbin - Byron Bay
Day 7: Byron Bay - Brisbane
Day 8: Brisbane - Rainbow Beach
Day 9: Rainbow Beach - Fraser Island (4WD camping tour)
Day 10: Fraser Island 4WD camping tour
Day 11: Fraser Island - Rainbow Beach
Day 12: Dolphin feeding experience & overnight bus to Airlie Beach
Day 13: Airlie Beach
Day 14: Whitsundays sailing trip
Day 15: Whitsundays Sailing trip
Day 16: Return to Airlie Beach
Day 17: Airlie Beach - Cairns
Day 18: Great Barrier Reef cruise
Day 19: Cairns departure

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Hop-on, hop-off bus from Melbourne to Cairns
Accommodation as per the itinerary
All activities except those mentioned in the 'What's Excluded' section
An experienced tour guide at each destination

OPTIONAL ADDONS (Available during check-out)

Skydive Fraser Island
Whitsundays Scenic Flight
Koala Cuddle, Currumbin
Dolphin Kayak
Great Ocean Road
Phillip Island

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Excluded activities: Fraser Island 4WD driving compulsory insurance levy: AUD15. Dolphin experience: AUD5
Meals except those as per the itinerary
Expenses that are personal in nature
Anything mentioned optional on the itinerary
Anything not mentioned in the 'What's Included' section
Pickup and drop off

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CANCELLATION

20% Deposit payable upfront. Remaining balance payable 45 days prior to trip departure. Free cancellation up to 45 days prior departure, but the 20% deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applicable within 45 days of departure.

Payment

A deposit of 20% is required when booking this tour. The remaining balance will be charged 45 days prior departure. For any bookings within 45 days of departure, the full tour amount will be charged upon booking.

Travel Insurance

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Other Practical InformationThese packages are only suitable for those over age 18, and it is only possible to drive on Fraser Island if you are over 21 and have held a drivers license for 1 year. It is still possible to partake if you are not over 21, or if you have not held your license for 1 year, you are just not able to drive.

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