Real Australia
Real Australia
If you love the ocean, the rainforest and Australian wildlife, this 17-day journey from Sydney to Cairns might just be for you. On this trip, you’ll walk in Crowdy Bay National Park, meet koalas at the Koala Hospital in Port Macquarie and feast on a barbeque in Red Rock. Go stand-up paddleboarding with the Gumbaynggir community and learn about local Aboriginal culture. Chill out in Byron Bay and hike in lush Lamington National Park before some free time to explore Brisbane. Hit the beach in Noosa and take a two-night sailing experience through the Whitsundays, where you’ll be diving, snorkelling, visiting secret beaches and chilling in the onboard jacuzzi. Tour Mungalla Station with a First Nations guide, look for more koalas in scenic Magnetic Island and spend a free afternoon on Mission Beach with your feet in the sand. End it all in Cairns and toast to an epic adventure along the East Coast.
Activities
If you love the ocean, the rainforest and Australian wildlife, this 17-day journey from Sydney to Cairns might just be for you. On this trip, you’ll walk in Crowdy Bay National Park, meet koalas at the Koala Hospital in Port Macquarie and feast on a barbeque in Red Rock. Go stand-up paddleboarding with the Gumbaynggir community and learn about local Aboriginal culture. Chill out in Byron Bay and hike in lush Lamington National Park before some free time to explore Brisbane. Hit the beach in Noosa and take a two-night sailing experience through the Whitsundays, where you’ll be diving, snorkelling, visiting secret beaches and chilling in the onboard jacuzzi. Tour Mungalla Station with a First Nations guide, look for more koalas in scenic Magnetic Island and spend a free afternoon on Mission Beach with your feet in the sand. End it all in Cairns and toast to an epic adventure along the East Coast.
Activities
- Crowdy Bay National Park - Mermaid Lookout Track
- Port Macquarie - Koala Hospital guided tour
- Red Rock - Wajaana Yaam Stand Up Paddleboarding
- Springbrook National Park - Natural Bridge Circuit Walk
- Byron Bay - The Farm visit
- Gold Coast - Sobah Brewery Visit
- Noosa - Hell's Gates Lookout
- Noosa - Coastal Walk
- Whitsunday Islands - Sailing Excursion (2 Nights)
- Whitsunday Islands - Sailing Excursion (2 Nights)
- Magnetic Island - Forts Walking Track
- Mungalla Station - Nywaigi First Nations Guided Tour
- Hop aboard for an epic two-night sailing adventure through the stunning Whitsundays. Go snorkelling or scuba diving from the boat, relax in the onboard jacuzzi and soak up the scenery as you cruise through the untouched islands.
- Support the local Gumbaynggirr community with stand-up paddleboarding in Coffs Harbour. Gliding along the river, you’ll take in the natural surroundings with an Aboriginally owned social enterprise focusing on preserving culture and language.
- Breathe in the fresh air and gorgeous scenery at Lamington National Park – home to lush rainforest, waterfalls, creeks and mountains. Take a hike along the way and spend the night in a lodge in the middle of the forest.
- Soak up your free time in iconic east coast spots like Byron Bay, Mission Beach, Magnetic Island and Noosa – why not surf, swim, go hiking, chill out on the beach, watch the sunset or explore these natural landscapes at your own pace.
- Visit the Koala Conservation Hospital in Port Macquarie to meet the volunteers and learn how they provide care and treatment for koalas in need of rehabilitation.
About Intrepid Travel
We've been taking travellers around the globe and connecting people from all walks of life since 1989.
That's over 30 years of adventures, visiting new places and old friends, and countless, unforgettable moments. More than 30 years of changing the way people see the world on small group trips with like-minded explorers and a local leader to show you around.
But to us, it's about more than just seeing the world, it's about experiencing it. It's about fe
...
Oct 05, 2025 through
Dec 07, 2025
Dec 3, 2025
7:00 PM
16 Nights
from
$4,270.00
(USD)
Per Person
Various departures
|
8569207
|
May 18, 2025 through
Sep 07, 2025
Sep 3, 2025
7:00 PM
16 Nights
from
$4,065.00
(USD)
Per Person
Various departures
|
8569331
|
Dec 21, 2025 through
Mar 01, 2026
Feb 25, 2026
7:00 PM
16 Nights
from
$4,470.00
(USD)
Per Person
Various departures
|
8569208
|
Itinerary
| Day | Destination | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sydney | ||
| 2 | Port Macquarie | ||
| 3 | Red Rock | ||
| 4 | Byron Bay | ||
| 5 | Byron Bay | ||
| 6 | Lamington National Park | ||
| 7 | Gold Coast / Brisbane | ||
| 8 | Brisbane | ||
| 9 | Noosa | ||
| 10 | Noosa | ||
| 11 | Noosa / Overnight Train | ||
| 12 | Airlie Beach / Whitsunday Sailing | ||
| 13 | Whitsunday Sailing | ||
| 14 | Magnetic Island | ||
| 15 | Magnetic Island | ||
| 16 | Mission Beach | ||
| 17 | Cairns |
