Cairns Tours in January 2026
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10 Best January 2026 Tours in Cairns
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Australia’s legendary east coast is at your fingertips with the "Best of Australia" trip—a 14-day chill out adventure tailor-made for experienced travelers looking to maximize their time Down Under. From the tropical allure of Cairns and the Whitsundays to the cultural buzz of Sydney, this journey serves up a blend of iconic sights and hidden gems. Surf Byron Bay’s famous breaks, cruise turquoise waters, and trek through the ancient Daintree Rainforest’s Mossman Gorge. With a laid-back pace and a variety of unforgettable experiences, the unique selling point is clear: an expertly balanced tour that showcases Australia’s must-see highlights and leaves you wanting more.
14 days
USD 4,779fromUSD 3,940
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Craving sun, surf, and a little bit of everything? The "Brisbane to Cairns Experience: Sand Dunes & the Whitsundays" is a 10-day photography and adventure tour made for young adults with a taste for variety. Zipping up Queensland’s east coast, you’ll ride trains, trucks, yachts, and more as you check off iconic stops like K’gari (Fraser Island), Airlie Beach, and the Whitsunday Islands.
Dive into moderate activity with snorkeling, sand dune adventures, and scenic hikes, perfectly balanced with time to relax on tropical beaches. Whether you’re capturing sunrise over white sands or exploring Noosa’s laidback charm, each day brings a new highlight—and a new story to tell.
The USP of this trip package is its fast-paced, multi-modal approach, letting you experience the best of Australia’s coast in just over a week. If you want a tour that keeps the energy high and the memories rolling, this is your ticket.
10 days
USD 2,699fromUSD 2,225
27% Off Today
Australia’s legendary East Coast is your playground on the "Most of the Coast: Sydney to Cairns" trip—a 16-day chill out tour made for young adults chasing fun and freedom. From Sydney’s city lights to Cairns’ tropical oasis, you’ll surf, sail the Whitsundays, snorkel the Great Barrier Reef, and experience laid-back Byron Bay and buzzing Brisbane. Travel in small groups ensures you meet fellow adventurers and locals alike, all while ticking off iconic stops at your own pace. What sets this tour apart? The chance to blend action-packed activities with authentic Aussie encounters, turning a classic route into your own unforgettable journey.
16 days
USD 3,599fromUSD 2,618
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Queensland’s tropical coast beckons with the "Australia: North Queensland Adventure," a nine-day marine wildlife trip for young adults eager for sun, sand, and natural encounters. Starting in Airlie Beach and wrapping up in Cairns, this group trip showcases the best of Australia’s laid-back lifestyle—explore the white sands of Whitehaven Beach, trek the rugged trails of Magnetic Island, and cap it all off with a bucket-list expedition to the Great Barrier Reef. With accommodations, meals, and transport included, the unique highlight is the chance to spot native wildlife, from wallabies at dusk to vibrant reef life, all while savoring the carefree Aussie spirit.
9 days
USD 1,835fromUSD 1,606
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Australia’s stunning diversity comes alive on the "Journeys: Discover Australia" tour, a 12-day guided adventure for experienced and senior travelers seeking the country’s top sights and hidden gems. Begin in Melbourne, a haven for foodies and culture lovers, before venturing to the iconic red rocks of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park.
Continue to Sydney for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes tour of the Opera House, then head north to Queensland’s tropical paradise. Cruise the Great Barrier Reef aboard a catamaran, explore lush rainforests, and meet members of the Kuku Yalanji—custodians of the world’s oldest living culture.
What sets this tour apart is its insider access and thoughtful blend of urban excitement, natural wonders, and indigenous heritage. With all logistics taken care of, you can savor every moment, from sampling gourmet cuisine to marveling at coral reefs and ancient landscapes. This tour package is for those who want to experience the true breadth of Australia in one seamless journey.
12 days
USD 7,099fromUSD 6,197
Experience the vibrant spirit of Australia on the "Highlights of Australia" tour, a 10-day journey that showcases the best of Melbourne, Cairns, and Sydney. Perfect for experienced travelers seeking a relaxed yet enriching escape, this ultra-small group trip covers everything from Melbourne’s hidden laneways and gardens to the world-famous Great Barrier Reef near Cairns. Enjoy a cruise to Fitzroy Island or explore lush rainforests, then jet off to Sydney to take in the Opera House, Bondi Beach, and stunning harbor vistas. This tour’s unique selling point is its focus on three of Australia’s most iconic cities, combining culture, nature, and leisure for an unforgettable Down Under adventure. With hotels, transport, and meals included, all you have to do is show up and soak in the sights.
10 days
fromUSD 2,047
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Picture Australia: the Coral Sea���s turquoise, the intense rainforest green, powdery white sand, the Red Centre’s ochre soil. These are your palette on this Melbourne to Sydney tour, spanning glittering cities and the outback, World Heritage Sites – Uluru-Kata Tjuta and the Great Barrier Reef. Whether Melbourne’s cafes or a barbecue, food is a focus, because this is Australia; eating well is in our DNA.
13 days
USD 7,970fromUSD 7,129
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Australia’s sun-drenched East Coast beckons with the Beaches and Reefs tour, a 16-day adventure starting in Sydney and finishing in Cairns. This group trip is perfect for young adults with an appetite for surf, sand, and discovery. Journey from bushwalks in the Noosa Everglades—where you’ll camp among nature—to catching waves at Byron Bay and marveling at the Whitsunday Islands from Airlie Beach. With wildlife tours, eco-camping, and the laid-back Aussie lifestyle on offer, this trip is packed with chances to connect with both nature and new friends. With accommodation, transport, and meals included, you’ll experience the region’s vibrant blend of beaches and reefs at its best. The USP? A seamless blend of adventure activities and chill moments, offering a true taste of the Australian coastal lifestyle.
16 days
USD 3,515fromUSD 3,105
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For those craving sun, surf, and adventure, "Oz East Coast 20" is a 20-day sailing, yachting, and motor boating odyssey from Brisbane to Cairns. Join like-minded young adults as you drive 4x4s on K’gari (Fraser Island), explore Magnetic Island, and cruise the Great Barrier Reef. With a seasoned group leader and a ready-made group of friends, accommodation, meals, and transport are all taken care of. The unique appeal? A comprehensive, activity-packed itinerary that captures the very best of Australia’s east coast in a fun, supportive group setting.
20 days
USD 2,674fromUSD 2,594
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Adventure across Australia on this 13-day guided tour. Just outside of Cairns, explore the tropical rainforest of Daintree National Park with a Local Expert, who will teach you about the indigenous Kuku Yalanji people who live there. Fly to Uluru, where a guide will lead you through the Walpa Gorge and past its red, rocky domes. Later, watch as 50,000 solar powered lights illuminate the desert during its Field of Light display by Artist Bruce Munro. Explore Melbourne's laneways and visit the Yarra Valley for a chocolate masterclass, winery visit and gin tasting. Cruise the Sydney Harbour, then go inside its famous Opera House for a VIP tour. Celebrate your incredible trip with dinner at Bennelong Restaurant, set inside the opera house’s iconic sails.
13 days
USD 10,674fromUSD 10,354
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Top Cairns Tour Activities for January 2026
From explorer tours to beach and others, here are some popular tour activities in Cairns with departures in January 2026.
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Cairns tours in January 2026 designed for all ages—families, young adventurers, seniors, and everyone in between.
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If you're big on ambition but short on time, sign yourself up for this zippy ten-day tour up the east coast of Queensland. Play transport bingo as you hop on a yacht, train, truck, and private vehicle to get around your destinations. Hit K'gari (Fraser Island) and the Whitsundays, go snorkelling, and explore the beauty of Noosa. Your time here may be fleeting, but your friends and family probably won't ever hear the end of this seriously epic trip.
10 days
USD 2,699fromUSD 2,225
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In case you hadn’t noticed, Australia is an awfully big place. So big, in fact, that you’d need to come back a few times to see it all. Don’t have that kind of time? Hop aboard this 14-day trip down Australia’s east coast and make the most of the time you do have. Offering a solid mix of must-do experiences and uncommon adventures, you’ll enjoy a surfing lesson in Byron Bay, a boat ride around the Whitsundays, and a trek through Mossman Gorge in the Daintree Rainforest. The best part: there’s still plenty more to come back for.
14 days
USD 4,779fromUSD 3,940
27% Off Today
Now's the time to explore Australia on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. Turn your "must-do" list into "been there, done all of that" on this 16-day tour up Australia’s East Coast. This classic Sydney-to-Cairns route introduces you to both sides of modern Australia — the bright lights of the big city and the raw beauty of the rugged coastline. You’ll get to try your hand at everything from surfing to sailing and snorkelling. And when you travel in small groups, you'll get to meet the locals and experience their land as they do. That amazing new frontier you’ve been looking for? Here it is.
16 days
USD 3,599fromUSD 2,618
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Experience the very best of the Land Down Under, journeying from quirky foodie-haven Melbourne to the heart of the Red Centre to tropical North Queensland and the Great Barrier Reef. Kick things off by eating your way through Melbourne’s best restaurants before heading to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to explore its sacred rock formations. Next up is Sydney for a behind-the-scenes tour of the world-famous Opera House. Cruise the Great Barrier Reef aboard a catamaran, then continue your exploration of Queensland and meet members of the Kuku Yalanji: the world’s oldest living culture.
12 days
USD 7,099fromUSD 6,197
11% Off Today
Picture Australia: the Coral Sea���s turquoise, the intense rainforest green, powdery white sand, the Red Centre’s ochre soil. These are your palette on this Melbourne to Sydney tour, spanning glittering cities and the outback, World Heritage Sites – Uluru-Kata Tjuta and the Great Barrier Reef. Whether Melbourne’s cafes or a barbecue, food is a focus, because this is Australia; eating well is in our DNA.
13 days
USD 7,970fromUSD 7,129
12% Off Today
Get ready to uncover Queensland's many wonders. From the pure sands of Whitehaven Beach, there's so much laid-back beauty in this part of Australia. And that's before you head to Magnetic Island, taking epic coastal walks and spotting Rock Wallabies at dusk, then ending on a high with an expedition to the Great Barrier Reef itself.
9 days
USD 1,835fromUSD 1,606
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Ahh, the famous East Coast, where you can expect wildlife tours and bushwalks between beaches and sunsets. Kicking things off in Sydney, you’ll sleep at an Eco Camp in the Noosa Everglades, learn to surf at Byron Bay and gaze out over the Whitsundays from Airlie Beach. This is a one way ticket to wanting to live the Aussie lifestyle for good.
16 days
USD 3,515fromUSD 3,105
14% Off Today
You'll get your city fix through the eyes of locals and experience Uluru at dawn and dusk. Spend the day snorkeling on the Great Barrier Reef and see Sydney sparkle in just two incredible weeks.
13 days
USD 7,680fromUSD 6,630
11% Off Today
Discover the incredible mix of landscapes and activities that makes Australia so unique. Start in Sydney and the East Coast with plenty of beach time at Bondi, Byron Bay and the Whitsundays, before escaping to the Northern Territory for endless landscapes & icons, including 3 nights at the unforgettable Uluru. One minute you're in a city downing kaffir lime cocktails, next you're gazing up at the stars in the wilderness of the outback. You’ll feel like a true blue Aussie in no time.
20 days
USD 4,825fromUSD 4,301
15% Off Today
Tick off your favorite must-sees along Australia's stunning East Coast on this journey through cities, sun-drenched beaches, and natural wonders. Discover the similarities and contrasts between cosmopolitan Sydney and artsy Melbourne.
9 days
USD 4,825fromUSD 4,124
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Reviews of our Cairns Tours for January
Feedback from guests whose tour started in/around Cairns during January.
Zoe. E | Traveled in January
The Australia trip was amazing especially with Keira as our tour leader - made me feel so at ease but also was such good craic! Would love her as my leader again. Loved K;gari and the Whitsundays so much. Definitely recommend
Eileen | Traveled in January
The trip was excellent. While weather caused some cancellations and detours, the CEO handled it all very well and the group was quite flexible. While the itinerary was jam packed, it seemed right as I got to see and experience much of the surroundings .
Phoebe Cantlon | Traveled in January
Did the 28 day East Coast Australia tour and wow what an experience!! Every day was stress free and My tour leader Scott Manning made the whole trip amazing I couldnt recommend it enough!
Phoebe. C | Traveled in January
Did the 28 day East Coast Australia tour and wow what an experience!! Every day was stress free and My tour leader Scott Manning made the whole trip amazing I couldnt recommend it enough!
Harry Kemp | Traveled in January
10/10 - amazing group of staff who put me on the right track to living in Australia, giving 24 hour support the whole time we were touring and after care. All group leaders were fantastic, Jay, Scott, Rhys, Zack, Paula and Val all so fun and caring towards us newbies! Would 10000% recommend to anyone who is nervous about travelling Oz!!!
Harry. K | Traveled in January
10/10 - amazing group of staff who put me on the right track to living in Australia, giving 24 hour support the whole time we were touring and after care. All group leaders were fantastic, Jay, Scott, Rhys, Zack, Paula and Val all so fun and caring towards us newbies! Would 10000% recommend to anyone who is nervous about travelling Oz!!!
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