Australia
Bondi to Byron to the Gold Coast: your first ten days in Australia, with mates from day one.
The classic first week (and a bit) in Australia, Sydney's harbour and Bondi, learning to surf in Byron Bay, jet boating on the Gold Coast and landing in Brisbane with a crew of mates and your working-holiday admin sortable on the side.
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Sydney harbour + Bondi-to-Coogee walk & beach dinner
Learn to surf in Byron Bay
Cape Byron lighthouse sunrise
Jet boating on the Gold Coast
Surfers Paradise nights out
Optional working-holiday Jobs add-on
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Arrive in Sydney and meet your group and your tour leader, settle in before your first night out together as the adventure begins.
You'll kick things off in Sydney, an all-time favourite city. Think iconic sights, fascinating history, and local culture brought to life. Then tonight? You dive straight into Sydney's buzzing nightlife and see what all the hype's about.
Today it's off to world-famous Bondi Beach. Swim in the ocean, stretch out on the sand, or top up that tan. Then you tackle the iconic Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk, all ocean views and salty air. Afterwards, it's dinner by the beach and good vibes all round. You'll also get all the travel tips you need for Australia and beyond. Then tonight, you're onto the overnight bus bound for Byron Bay.
Spend the day soaking up the laid-back charm of Byron Bay. Explore the surf beaches, wander the town, and settle into that easy coastal rhythm. Then tonight, you head out and see where Byron's nightlife takes you.
Start the day with a chilled-out yoga session to stretch it all out, then it's surf's up with some real surfer dudes. Salt, smiles and savasana. The full Byron Bay experience.
You're up early for sunrise at the iconic Cape Byron Lighthouse. Golden skies, ocean views, and that quiet magic before the day kicks off. Then it's time to soak up your final moments in Byron and enjoy every last second.
Today you roll into Surfers Paradise! Wander the city and hit the nightlife before soaking up the sun tomorrow.
Reconnect with nature and feel the rush on an exhilarating jet boat ride along Surfers Paradise's iconic coastline - views, speed, and sea spray all included.
Your tour leader shares the detail and the best local options on the day.
Your 10 day trip ends this morning. If you need help with onward travel in Oz, your tour leader is there to help for the rest of your time in Australia.
Curated stays along the route, a mix of characterful hotels, traditional lodgings and social hostels, all with the essentials sorted.
2 nights in a popular hostel in Surry Hills. Multi-share rooms with shared bathrooms, Wi-Fi, laundry, kitchen & cinema.
3 nights in a trendy hostel across from the beach. Multi-share rooms with shared bathrooms, Wi-Fi, air con, laundry & swimming pool.
2 nights in the heart of the Gold Coast! Multi-share rooms with ensuite, Wi-Fi, air con, laundry & swimming pool.
Rooming is typically same-gender multi-share unless a private/twin upgrade is noted, ask us if you'd like a private room.
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The operator's track record
"Just finished the Oz East Coast 21 day trip and it was the best 3 weeks! Every part of the trip was exciting with so much to do. Highlights definitely G’Kari and Whitsundays. Great group of people and friends for life. Jess was the BEST group tour leader and made sure we all had an amazing time. …"
Daniella MacDonald
Google review · 2 weeks ago
"Just finished the Oz [tour name] Australia tour and had an unreal time. All the activities were incredibly fun and well organised by our group leader Amber-Rose, who had such a great personality and really made the whole group gel from day one. …"
Kevan Meow
Google review · 5 days ago
"Lea was my travel specialist for the [tour name] in Australia travel tour and she was one of the main reasons for having the best experience! As soon as I arrived, she greeted me at the hostel and even offered to help with my luggage. She escorted me to the room where the other folks were staying. …"
Mila Palafox
Google review · 2 weeks ago
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