14 Day Tour from Sydney to Cairns Fraser Island and Whitsundays
Overview
From iconic cities to tropical islands, wildlife encounters to Indigenous culture, this 14-day small-group tour from Sydney to Cairns is your ultimate East Coast adventure – designed for the comfort traveller who wants more than just the highlights, but authentic moments, local insights, and a deeper connection to the places visited.
Enjoy a boutique travel experience with a relaxed pace and a carefully crafted itinerary. You’ll stay in quality accommodation, travel with a friendly group of like-minded explorers, and experience the very best of Australia – from sparkling beaches to lush rainforests, charming coastal towns, and the world-famous Great Barrier Reef.
Whether it’s tasting wine in the Hunter Valley, 4WD adventuring on K’gari (Fraser Island), learning about First Nations culture, or snorkelling in the Whitsundays, this is the trip that will leave you feeling well-travelled, well-fed, and wonderfully connected to the heart and soul of Australia's east coast.
What's Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Australian wildlife encounter and rescue centre visit
- Whitsunday Island & Whitehaven beach day trip & snorkel
- Wine, cheese, chocolate tasting
- All transport (private small-group vehicle, domestic flight BNE>PPP & boat trips)
- Great Barrier Reef day cruise - incl. snorkeling gear & glass bottom boat
- First Nations cultural experience
- Sydney meeting point / Cairns drop-off points
- K’gari Fraser Island 4WD small-group day trip
- Guided rainforest, gorge & lookout short-easy walks
- International flights are not included.
- Meals not listed in the itinerary can be purchased along the way and supporting local businesses.
- Personal travel insurance is highly recommended
Meeting Location
Victoria Street
Potts Point NSW 2011, Australia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
68/Abbott Street
Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
We return to Cairns after a wonderful East Coast Journey at 10:00am after check out from your accommodation.
What To Expect
Sydney Meet & Greet
1 Stop
Sydney to Hunter Valley to Newcastle
3 Stops
Newcastle to Port Macquarie via the Koala Hospital
2 Stops
Port Macquarie to Byron Bay
2 Stops
Byron Bay (free day to relax)
1 Stop
Byron Bay to Noosa to Rainbow Beach
2 Stops
K’Gari (Fraser Island)
1 Stop
Rainbow Beach to Brisbane
1 Stop
Brisbane to Airlie Beach
1 Stop
Airlie Beach to Whitsunday Islands
1 Stop
Airlie Beach to Mission Beach
1 Stop
Mission Beach to Cairns via Atherton Tablelands
2 Stops
Snorkeling on the Great Barrier Reef
1 Stop
Ends in Cairns
1 Stop
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- A medical clearance or doctor’s certificate is required for participants over 70 years old, submitted at least 30 days prior to travel.
- Travellers can expect some light physical activities. Guests should be mobile enough to walk unaided.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: Will I get seasick on 14 Day Tour from Sydney to Cairns Fraser Island and Whitsundays?
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Activity code: C-6770P53
Additional Info
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- Breakfast.
- Dinner.
- Lunch.
- Australian wildlife encounter and rescue centre visit.
- Whitsunday Island & Whitehaven beach day trip & snorkel.
- Wine, cheese, chocolate tasting.
- All transport (private small-group vehicle, domestic flight BNE>PPP & boat trips).
- Great Barrier Reef day cruise - incl. snorkeling gear & glass bottom boat.
- First Nations cultural experience.
- Sydney meeting point / Cairns drop-off points.
- K’gari Fraser Island 4WD small-group day trip.
- Guided rainforest, gorge & lookout short-easy walks.
- International flights are not included.
- Meals not listed in the itinerary can be purchased along the way and supporting local businesses.
- Personal travel insurance is highly recommended.
The minimum age to participate is 12. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 14 Day Tour from Sydney to Cairns Fraser Island and Whitsundays is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- A medical clearance or doctor’s certificate is required for participants over 70 years old, submitted at least 30 days prior to travel.
- Travellers can expect some light physical activities. Guests should be mobile enough to walk unaided.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 14 Day Tour from Sydney to Cairns Fraser Island and Whitsundays will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Australian wildlife encounter and rescue centre visit
- Whitsunday Island & Whitehaven beach day trip & snorkel
- Wine, cheese, chocolate tasting
- All transport (private small-group vehicle, domestic flight BNE>PPP & boat trips)
- Great Barrier Reef day cruise - incl. snorkeling gear & glass bottom boat
- First Nations cultural experience
- Sydney meeting point / Cairns drop-off points
- K’gari Fraser Island 4WD small-group day trip
- Guided rainforest, gorge & lookout short-easy walks
- International flights are not included.
- Meals not listed in the itinerary can be purchased along the way and supporting local businesses.
- Personal travel insurance is highly recommended
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- A medical clearance or doctor’s certificate is required for participants over 70 years old, submitted at least 30 days prior to travel.
- Travellers can expect some light physical activities. Guests should be mobile enough to walk unaided.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
