Sydney to Brisbane Experience: Koalas & Surfing
7 days
from Sydney to Brisbane
From
$ 1199
Duration7 days
Think Australia’s out of your league since you’re short on time and cash? Nope! This quick and economical Sydney-to-Brisbane jaunt squeezes tons of excitement into a short time frame at a price that fits any budget. Explore Sydney’s harbourfront, learn to surf at Spot X Surf Camp, then move on to the coastal town of Byron Bay. It’s Oz in a flash for a fraction of the cost.
This tour is operated by
-
Duration: 7 daysService level: Basic
-
Starts in: SydneyPhysical Grading: Average
-
Ends in: BrisbaneAges: 18+
Tour Gallery
Itinerary
Day 1: Sydney
Start place: Sydney
There are no planned activities during the day, so check into the hotel and explore the city.
If you arrive early enough, head down to the harbour's edge to 'The Rocks' historic area and the Opera House.
If you arrive early enough, head down to the harbour's edge to 'The Rocks' historic area and the Opera House.
Arrive at any time.
Want to start your Down Under adventure with an adrenaline rush? Add the 'Sydney Adrenaline Bundle' or 'Sydney Bridge Climb' extra to your tour. Get an incredible view of the iconic Sydney Harbour from the top of the Harbour Bridge, then zip through the waterways on a jet boat ride if you book the 'Adrenaline Bundle'. PLEASE NOTE: If booking either of these extras, a pre-night in Sydney is highly recommended as the Bridge Climb starts early in the morning on Day 1.
End place: Sydney
Day 2: Sydney
Start place: Sydney
Opt to pre-book the "Sydney Bridge Climb" or "Sydney Adrenaline Bundle" activity on the checkout page ahead of time, to include one of these optionals on your tour.
Enjoy a free day to explore Sydney. Opt to chill out at Bondi Beach.
End place: Sydney
Day 3: Sydney/Arrawarra
Start place: Sydney
Today travel from Sydney to Spot X Surf Camp, hidden away in Arrawarra on the New South Wales North Coast. En route, stop at the Koala Hospital in Port Macquarie to get insight into this unique native animal, and conservation efforts being made to protect it.
End place: Arrawarra
Meals: B, D
Day 4: Arrawarra
Start place: Arrawarra
This morning, hit the beach for an included surf lesson, before heading out on a kangaroo trek. Enjoy a free afternoon.
End place: Arrawarra
Meals: B, L, D
Day 5: Arrawarra/Byron Bay
Start place: Arrawarra
After breakfast, travel the coastal road to the stunning surf and arts town of Byron Bay. Enjoy plenty of free time to experience the hippie surfing town.
Enjoy a scenic drive from Arrawarra to Byron Bay, stopping at Cape Byron Lighthouse - the easternmost point in Australia. If you're lucky, you might catch a glimpse of migrating whales and pods of resident dolphins. After free time for lunch, check in to your accommodation for a relaxing two night stay.
End place: Byron Bay
Meals: B
Day 6: Byron Bay
Start place: Byron Bay
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.
Opt to pre-book the "Byron Bay Ocean Kayaking" activity on the checkout page ahead of time, to include this optional on your tour.
Opt to pre-book the "Byron Bay Ocean Kayaking" activity on the checkout page ahead of time, to include this optional on your tour.
Enjoy free time to hit the beach. Opt to get a massage.
End place: Byron Bay
Day 7: Byron Bay/Brisbane
Start place: Byron Bay
Head north to the capital of Queensland. Tour ends upon arrival to Brisbane in the afternoon.
Stop along the way to Brisbane for a quick break at one of the many surf spots such as the Gold Coast.
End place: Brisbane
Meals: B
Inclusions
Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your Hands-On Moment: Surfing Lesson, Spot X Your Discover Moment: Byron Bay
- Sydney orientation walk
- Beach time in Byron Bay
- Koala hospital visit
- Kangaroo trek
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
-
Transport
Private vehicle, Walking -
Accommodation
Hostels (6 nts, multi-share)