16 days. Countless memories. This ultra-indulgent Sydney to Cairns trip is designed to give you a leisurely, expansive view of one of the world’s great coastlines, all with a small group. You’ll explore all the iconic hot spots, of course – Sydney’s famous harbour, snorkelling with sea-life at the Great Barrier Reef, the glittering sand at Whitehaven beach, and meeting koalas, platypus, crocs and more – but you’ll also get the hidden gems that only locals know about. And of course, out-of-this-world food and wine. Ready to discover the east coast?
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Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
14-90 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cairns, Sydney and NSW, Sydney
Cairns, Sydney and NSW, Sydney, Airlie Beach, Mission Beach, Great Barrier Reef, Port Douglas, Mossman Gorge, Cape Tribulation, Newcastle, Port Macquarie, Byron Bay, Noosa, Fraser Island, Brisbane
My trip to Costa Rica was excellent and thanks for arranging a fabulous trip. My guide Oscar was probably the best and we really enjoyed the adventure activities. Excellent value for money. Will definitely book again.
The jungle experience was brilliant. Being surrounded by so much nature and wildlife was a lot of fun. Everyone in Sauraha was really friendly and welcoming. The hotel I stayed at was lovely, with delicious food and a comfortable, spacious room with a great shower. I didn't enjoy seeing so many captive elephants as they looked really sad but I was given the option to not go on the elephant ride so I got an extra jeep safari experience which I enjoyed. I really loved the canoe experience too.
Tour guide, Juan Pablo, was extremely knowledgeable about the culture and places we visited. He made every one feel important and was her accommodating.
The places visited provided a variety of experiences. Overall an excellent trip experience
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Embark on thrilling adventure through Costa Rica’s rainforests, volcanoes and beaches, where wildlife waits around every corner. This nine-day Premium journey will see you uncover the local secrets of San Jose, explore the wild wetlands of Cano Negro, witness the biodiversity of Monteverde and search for sloths in Manuel Antonio. A local leader will take you beneath Costa Rica’s lush surface and show you the country at its very best. Costa Rica’s natural wonders have etched it a place on the map, but you’ll soon discover its cherished traditions and welcoming people are every bit as endearing.
As an ex trolley dolly I would consider myself a seasoned traveller used to travelling independently. Taking my 11 year old daughter on this trip of a lifetime gave me back my sense of adventure and has inspired her to globe trot. I met an American on a rickety boat in Thailand 20 years ago - he told me to visit Costa Rica as it was beautiful - well he was wrong, it is the most beautiful and magical country I have ever visited!!!!!!!!!!
San Jose, Manuel Antonio National Park, Tortuguero National Park, Arenal Volcano, Cahuita National Park, Arenal Volcano National Park, Manuel Antonio, La Paz Waterfall, Sarapiqui, La Fortuna
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Explore Monteverde and its unique cloud forest and relax in the pristine beaches of Manuel Antonio National Park.
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