Embark on an unforgettable bus tour from Sydney to Cairns and create lifelong memories along Australia’s stunning east coast. After your adventure, unwind at Big Hostel Sydney, where comfort meets excitement. Designed to make every traveller feel at home, it’s the perfect base to relax and relive your journey!
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Bus Tour from Sydney to Cairns: Explore Australia’s East Coast in 15 Days
Embark on an unforgettable bus tour from Sydney to Cairns, exploring Australia’s iconic landmarks and hidden gems. From Sydney’s Opera House and Bondi Beach to Byron Bay’s surf lessons, Fraser Island’s 4×4 adventures, and the Great Barrier Reef, this journey offers a perfect mix of adventure and relaxation. Discover vibrant cities, pristine beaches, and breathtaking landscapes on this epic 15-day Australian road trip!
Day 1: Sydney
If you arrive early enough, head down to the harbour’s edge to ‘The Rocks’ historic area and the Opera House.
Day 2: Sydney
Enjoy a free day to explore Sydney. Opt to climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge, hop on a jet boat ride through the harbour, or chill out at Bondi Beach.
🏄♀️ Surf, Sun, and Sand at Bondi Beach!
Day 3: Sydney / Tamworth
Travel to the Hunter Valley for a wine tutorial before continuing to Tamworth for a taste of Australian country living.
🥂 Raise Your Glass: Discover Hunter Valley’s Award-Winning Wines!
Day 4: Tamworth / Yamba
Travel over the Great Dividing Range to Yamba, a quaint beach town. Go for a swim at the beach, relax, and enjoy the view. Continue north, visiting Raspberry Lookout and Boundary Falls in Gibraltar National Park en route. Once in Yamba, head to the beach for a swim.
🌼 Experience Sydney Botanical Gardens!
Day 5: Yamba / Bryon Bay
Continue up the coast to Byron Bay, an alternative hippie paradise. Hit the beach and enjoy an included surf lesson.
🌉 Explore the Awesome Things to do in Sydney
Day 6: Bryon Bay
Enjoy free time to hit the beach, get a massage, or try sea kayaking. The free time is yours to explore. Walk along the long stunning beach, play in the surf, or simply hang out at the Byron Bay Brewery and people watch. Want to get your adrenaline pumping? Go skydiving, try sea kayaking, or go on a dolphin watch.
🍻 Discover the Ultimate Nightlife in Byron Bay!
Day 7: Bryon Bay / Brisbane
Travel north, and opt for a night out in Queensland’s capital.
Day 8: Brisbane / Noosa Everglades
Set off to the Noosa Everglades for an evening surrounded by stunning wilderness.
🏄♂️ Surf, Sun, & Adventure! Dive into Noosa’s Best Tours for 2025!
Day 9: Noosa Everglades / Fraser Island
Travel by private vehicle and ferry to reach Fraser Island, the world’s largest sand island. Explore the island by a 22-seat 4×4 truck.
Day 10: Fraser Island
Enjoy a morning of exploring by 4×4 to hit the remainder of Fraser Island’s highlights, before hopping an overnight train north to Airlie Beach.
🌴 Discover the Fraser Island’s wonders
Day 11: Airlie Beach / Whitsundays Islands
Embark on a 3-day maxi yacht sailing adventure. Enjoy beach visits, island bush walks, and time to snorkel the reefs. Anchor off of secluded tropical islands at night. After arriving in Airlie Beach and some time for brunch, head to the marina and embark on a maxi yacht which will be our home for the next two nights.
Day 12: Whitsundays Islands
Hike to an island lookout over Whitehaven Beach, known for its stunning white sand, then enjoy free time on the famous beach. Learn about community efforts to protect and restore coral in the Great Barrier Reef before heading out to snorkel over a Planeterra-supported coral garden.
⛵ Sail into Bliss: Unforgettable Whitsunday Islands Experiences!
Day 13: Whitsundays Islands / Airlie Beach
Continue sailing through the gorgeous backdrop of the Whitsunday Islands. Sail to the resort town of Airlie Beach for a night on the town. After three days at sea, we sail back to Airlie Beach for a night on land in a local beach hostel. Feel free to relax by the pool at the end of the day.
Day 14: Airlie Beach / Cairns
Admire the scenery on the train north to Cairns.
🌊 Discover Paradise: Explore Whitehaven Beach!
Day 15: Cairns
Enjoy a free day to visit the Great Barrier Reef or get the adrenaline pumping by whitewater rafting or bungee jumping. Cap it all off with a Big Night Out in Cairns.
Day 15: Cairns
Depart at any time, but not before you visit the rain forest on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.
🌴 Escape to the Treetops! Glide Over Ancient Rainforests with Skyrail Cairns!
Cost
- Varies: The cost of a bus tour from Sydney to Cairns can vary widely depending on the inclusions, accommodation type, and duration. Budget options might start around AUD 1,500, while more inclusive tours can be over AUD 3,000.
Tips for Enjoying the Trip
- Be Flexible: Weather and other factors can affect itineraries, so a flexible attitude helps.
- Engage with Locals: Take the opportunity to learn from and interact with local people.
- Stay Healthy: Stay hydrated, wear sunscreen, and get enough rest to enjoy each part of the journey fully.
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