Overnight Experiences Cairns City

Discover the ultimate adventure on Australia’s East Coast with Travel Buddies Southbound from Cairns to Sydney. This 32 day semi self-guided tour is designed for backpackers seeking freedom, exploration, new friends, and unforgettable experiences without the handholding of a fully guided tour. Starting in Cairns, this small-group adventure hits Australia’s iconic highlights and hidden gems while letting you explore at your own pace.
With just 12 spots, you’ll travel with other adventurous souls in a small and social group setting. Local Travel Buddies Reps will meet you at key points in Cairns, Airlie Beach, Brisbane, Byron Bay, and Sydney to provide support, ensuring you have everything you need – without any babysitting. We’ve got your accommodation, transport, activities, and even 22 meals covered, so you can focus on living the adventure.
Once confirmed, you’ll join a dedicated WhatsApp group to connect with your new friends. This is your go-to spot for planning meetups, sharing photos, and keeping the good vibes going throughout the trip. The journey strikes the perfect balance between thrilling new adventures, top-rated tours, and fun social experiences.
Travelling south, you’ll tick off bucket-list experiences like discovering Australia’s native wildlife on Magnetic Island, sailing through the Whitsundays, and taking a scenic flight over the famous Heart Reef. Hang out with kangaroos at sunrise, challenge yourself with a surf camp, and explore K’gari (Fraser Island) in a 4WD.
No need to stress the details – we’ve handled it all. Whether you’re a solo traveller or part of a small group, this trip offers the perfect blend of flexibility and must-see experiences, and is the perfect way to meet friends on the East Coast. So, if you’re ready for the adventure of a lifetime, grab your spot on this Southbound Cairns to Sydney Travel Buddies tour today!


Tour Inclusions

Included 32 Day Semi Self-Guided East Coast Group Tour 31 Nights Accommodation Coach Transport from Cairns to Sydney 22 Meals 3 Day Whitsunday Sailing to Whitehaven 3 Day Mackay & Eungella National Park Adventure 3 Day K’gari 4×4 Camping Tag-A-Long Tour 3 Nights in Surf Camp Spot X Magnetic Island Airlie Beach Rainbow Beach Noosa Heads Brisbane Surfers Paradise Byron Bay Sydney

Excluded Travel Insurance (compulsory) Personal expenses Any meals not indicated in the itinerary Deposits required for equipment hire Shuttle buses not included by providers Public transport (bus, taxis, trains, uber) Accommodation outside of your booking


Travel Itinerary

Day 1: Cairns Start


Day 2: Magnetic Island

Day 3: Magnetic Island

Day 4: Magnetic Island

Day 5: Airlie Beach

Day 6: Airlie Beach

Day 7: Whitsundays

Day 8: Whitsundays

Day 9: Whitsundays

Day 10: Airlie Beach

Day 11: Wakeboarding & Mackay Adventure Lodge

Day 12: Eungella National Park

Day 13: Cape Hillsborough National Park / Overnight Bus

Day 14: Rainbow Beach

Day 15: K'gari

Day 16: K'gari

Day 17: K'gari

Day 18: Noosa

Day 19: Noosa

Day 20: Brisbane

Day 21: Brisbane

Day 22: Surfers Paradise

Day 23: Byron Bay

Day 24: Byron Bay

Day 25: Byron Bay

Day 26: Spot X Surf Camp Arrawarra

Day 27: Spot X Surf Camp Arrawarra

Day 28: Spot X Surf Camp Arrawarra

Day 29: Overnight Bus to Sydney

Day 30: Sydney

Day 31: Sydney

Day 32: Finish