Coast and Whitsundays (Reverse)

Australia's East Coast from the Whitsundays to Sydney

Map & Sightseeing List

14 days

Total Price From* $108 per day: $1515 per person

*Based on twin share.

Meals: 8 5
Transportation: Modern Coach
Accommodation: Resort, Country Homestead, Eco Lodge, Hotel, Surf Village

Daily Itinerary Coast and Whitsundays (Reverse)

Depart for Australia Days 1 and 2

Fly over the international date line on your way to Australia.
The Whitsundays Day 3
Meet up with your Contiki Crew and new travel buddies on Daydream Island, a slice of heaven in the magnificent Whitsundays.
- Resort
- Dinner
The Whitsundays Days 4 and 5
Time to enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and great amenities of The Whitsundays. If you’re feeling energetic why not go bushwalking, play tennis or beach volleyball, or take to the water with a snorkel or a jet ski? If you prefer to relax then unwind on the palm-lined beach, have a massage, or sip cocktails at the bar as you watch another perfect sunset.
- Resort
- Day 4
- Breakfast
- Day 5
- Breakfast
The Whitsundays to Country Homestead Day 6
Travel through sugar cane fields via Mackay to the Capricorn Coast and into the heart of Australia’s beef industry. Then to our unique Aussie experience at our Country Homestead. Enjoy a hearty meal and hospitality the Australian way!
- Country Homestead
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Country Homestead to Fraser Island Day 7
This morning we continue through the country as we leave our Country Homestead, before hooking up with our ferry to Fraser Island.
- Eco Lodge
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Fraser Island Day 8
Now you’re on the largest sand island in the world! What to do? Here are a few clues. Why not take a 4-wheel drive bus tour through the rainforests, a guided bushwalk or a swim in the fresh water lakes? With this many options there’s no chance of going troppo!
- Eco Lodge
Fraser Island to Surfers Paradise Day 9
Today we travel South along the coast to Noosa Heads with its stunning beaches and great shopping. From there we’ll take in the sights and sounds of Brisbane before arriving in Surfers Paradise. After dinner, try your luck at Jupiter’s Casino!
- Hotel
- Breakfast
Surfers Paradise Day 10
So much to do in the name of leisure. Here goes! Relax on 42km (26miles) of white sand beaches, or if you’re feeling adventurous – why not try a tandem skydive, Tigermoth joyflight or Harley Davidson ride. All are available in Australia’s biggest playground.
- Hotel
Surfers Paradise to Coffs Harbour (Surf Village) Day 11
Today see Australian wildlife at Currumbin, before we are on to Byron Bay with plenty of time to relish this arty town. Later we arrive at our Surf Village near Coffs Harbour for a night of festivities!
- Surf Village
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Coffs Harbour to Shoal Bay (Port Stephens) Day 12
This morning a chance to try the iconic Aussie sport of surfing, and be taught by the best in the business, at our Surf Village. This afternoon we drive to Port Stephens and our resort at spectacular Shoal Bay.
- Resort
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Shoal Bay to Sydney Day 13
Take a chance in Port Stephens to do a dolphin watching cruise or try out sandboarding. Then head to Sydney & go around on a city tour to see its most famous icons, like the Sydey Opera House & Harbor Bridge. Also, cruise up to Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair for an outstanding panoramic view of Sydney Harbor.
- Breakfast
Depart Sydney Day 14

Say a final farewell to your new friends as your trip ends this morning.