Australia: City to Surf | 2025 - 2026
Australia: City to Surf | 2025 - 2026
Australia: City to Surf | 2025 - 2026
8 Days Starting in Sydney and ending in Brisbane
Visiting: Warrane, Cavvanbah (Byron Bay), Noosa Everglades, K’Gari (Fraser Island), Meeanjin (Brisbane)
Tour operator:
Tour code:
CSBH25
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
0 - 30
Age range:
18-35
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Beach Tours, Gardens & Nature Tours, Photography, Wildlife Tours
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with the "City to Surf" tour from Sydney to Brisbane, exploring Australia's most iconic destinations. Begin your journey in Sydney, where you'll marvel at the Opera House, Bondi Beach, and the Blue Mountains. Experience the thrill of a surf lesson in Byron Bay and unwind with yoga on the beach. Discover the natural beauty of the Noosa Everglades, staying in eco-friendly lodges surrounded by wildlife. Cruise along the world's longest sand highway on K'gari (Fraser Island) and enjoy the tranquility of its pristine lakes and rainforests. This tour promises a perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and cultural immersion.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Start Warrane (Sydney)
Location: Warrane
Accommodation Name: Wake Up (or similar)
Welcome to Sydney! Meet up with your brand new travel family and hit the road and head on a day trip to one of Australia's finest: the majestic Blue Mountains (which aren't actually blue, but are still beautiful all the same). Out here in the great Aussie Outdoors we'll be learning about the legends behind the famous Three Sisters rock formation as well as exploring the Jamison Ridge area. We'll head back to the city and the evening is yours to make the most of.
Day 2: Warrane (Sydney)
Location: Warrane
Accommodation Name: Wake Up (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning set out to explore this sun-drenched, cosmopolitan and eternally cool city. Your Trip Manager will give you the low down on all of the best bits as you get a tour of the highlights. Check out the Opera House, catch the ferry to Watsons Bay to experience the iconic skyline from a different perspective, then venture over to Bondi Beach where you can spend the afternoon lazing about in the sunshine. If you've got a head for heights, an optional Harbour Bridge climb is the best way to see that iconic Harbour.
Day 3: Warrane (Sydney)
Location: Warrane
Accommodation Name: Wake Up (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
With a full free day to choose your own adventure, we have some fab Free Time Add-Ons for you to pick from. Water-lovers can opt for a jetboat across the Harbour or those who prefer the land, can jump on a bike for a tour of the city's best bits.
Day 4: Warrane (Sydney) To Cavvanbah (Byron Bay)
Location: Warrane, Cavvanbah (Byron Bay)
Accommodation Name: Wake Up (or similar)
With satisfaction levels at a high this morning we jump on a plane to Byron Bay where all your hippie dreams can come to life.
Landing in Byron Bay, we'll drop off our bags at the accommodation and start as we mean to go on, heading straight to the beach. Here we'll unleash our secret talent for surfing with an included lesson. You'll be a pro in no time!
Day 5: Cavvanbah (Byron Bay)
Location: Cavvanbah (Byron Bay)
Accommodation Name: Wake Up (or similar)
We'll continue the surf vibes today with the option to kickstart our morning with sunrise at Australia's most easterly point. Then you have the rest of the day free to explore like a local. With the afternoon stretched out ahead of you, there's kayaking, relaxing on the beach and whale watching (seasonal) all on offer - your time here will be nothing short of magic.
Day 6: Cavvanbah (Byron Bay) To Noosa Everglades
Location: Cavvanbah (Byron Bay), Noosa Everglades
Accommodation Name: Kangarooms Noosa Everglades (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
It's time to wave goodbye to Byron Bay and head up the coast to Noosa Everglades. But first, why not opt for early morning yoga on the beach as you watch the golden sun stretch over the famous bay?
Relaxed from our morning on the beach, we'll head to our next destination, the Noosa Everglades. Here we'll unpack at our Special Stay Eco Lodge home for the next two nights and relax with a group dinner in the bistro & bar area, surrounded by the chatter and rustling of local birds and kangaroos.
Day 7: Noosa Everglades (Including K'gari)
Location: Noosa Everglades, K’Gari (Fraser Island), Noosa Everglades
Accommodation Name: Kangarooms Noosa Everglades (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Wake up to the sound of birds chirping at our Eco Camp this morning (you might even spot a kangaroo) and grab a quick brekkie before heading out for a day on K'Gari.
Your spirits will be at an all-time high after this day full of sand dunes, scenic lakes and dense rainforests. We'll cruise along the world's longest sand highway before you appease your hunger with a tasty lunch.
It's back to the Eco Camp this evening for our final night here. You have free time to tuck into some food at the bistro, sample the offerings at the CootharaBAR boutique brewery, or just relax and enjoy the lush surroundings of this beautiful protected National Park.
Day 8: Noosa Everglades To Meeanjin (Brisbane)
Location: Noosa Everglades, Meeanjin (Brisbane)
Meals Included: Breakfast
It's your final day but what better way to say goodbye to The Glades than with an optional Canoeing Excursion on one of only two Everglades in the world!
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What's Included
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Meals
Meals include breakfast on Days 2, 3, 6, 7, and 8, dinner on Days 6 and 7, and lunch on Day 7.
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Surf Lesson
An afternoon surf lesson is included in Byron Bay.
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Group Dinner
A group dinner is included at the Eco Lodge in Noosa Everglades.
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K'gari Experience
A day trip to K'gari (Fraser Island) including sand dunes, lakes, and the world's longest sand highway.
What's Not Included
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Optional Activities
Optional activities such as the Harbour Bridge climb, jetboat ride, bike tour, sunrise at Byron Bay, yoga on the beach, and canoeing excursion in Noosa Everglades are not included.
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Flights
Flights to and from the starting and ending locations are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended to be purchased separately.
Mode of Transport
Transportation includes a flight from Sydney to Byron Bay and various local transfers to explore the destinations.
Accommodation
Accommodation is provided at Wake Up (or similar) in Sydney, Byron Bay, and Habitat Noosa (or similar) in Noosa Everglades.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
Accommodation is provided at Wake Up (or similar) in Sydney, Byron Bay, and Habitat Noosa (or similar) in Noosa Everglades.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, meals are included. Breakfast is provided on Days 2, 3, 6, 7, and 8. Dinner is included on Days 6 and 7, and lunch is provided on Day 7.
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Is a surf lesson included in the tour?
Yes, an afternoon surf lesson is included in Byron Bay.
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What activities are included in the Noosa Everglades?
In the Noosa Everglades, you will stay at an Eco Lodge, enjoy a group dinner, and have the option to participate in a canoeing excursion.
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What is the K'gari experience?
The K'gari experience includes a day trip to Fraser Island, where you will explore sand dunes, lakes, and the world's longest sand highway.
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Are there any optional activities available during the tour?
Yes, optional activities such as the Harbour Bridge climb, jetboat ride, bike tour, sunrise at Byron Bay, yoga on the beach, and a canoeing excursion in Noosa Everglades are available but not included in the tour package.
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Are flights included in the tour package?
No, flights to and from the starting and ending locations are not included.
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Is travel insurance included in the tour package?
No, travel insurance is not included and is recommended to be purchased separately.
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What can I expect on the first day of the tour?
On the first day, you will meet your travel group in Sydney and head on a day trip to the Blue Mountains, where you will learn about the Three Sisters rock formation and explore the Jamison Ridge area.
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What activities are planned for the second day in Sydney?
On the second day, you will explore Sydney, including the Opera House and Bondi Beach. You also have the option to climb the Harbour Bridge.
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What is the itinerary for the day in Byron Bay?
In Byron Bay, you will have a surf lesson and the option to start your day with a sunrise at Australia's most easterly point. You can also explore the area, go kayaking, relax on the beach, or go whale watching (seasonal).
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What can I do on the final day of the tour?
On the final day, you have the option to go on a canoeing excursion in the Noosa Everglades before heading to Brisbane.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
In 1961, a guy called John Anderson founded Contiki in New Zealand. Whilst later bought by The Travel Corporation, the tour company had already been using the name ‘Contiki’ since its inception.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Contiki trips are designed & operated exclusively for those aged 18-35 years. Your travelling companions will be like-minded adventurers within that age range. The age range is adhered to strictly.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® is our commitment to protect people, wildlife and the incredible planet we all share. Powered by The TreadRight Foundation, a non-profit organisation and Contiki’s guiding hand when it comes to making travel matter.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
All documentation will be sent via email around 21 days prior to your trip departure. You can also access information on your trip by signing up to My Contiki via the top right icon of the homepage.
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Low Deposit
Contiki requires a minimum deposit of 200 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of contiki charges.
Up to 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 25% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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