Australia: City to Surf


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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'...
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 t...
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.
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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!
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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 t...
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 destinat...
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 rai...
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! Swap social deets and make plans for future adventures. Where will we go together next?
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Contiki Reviews & Ratings
Amanda Josephine Fasolo
Jan 2025
Australia: City to Surf
The trip was fun. Trip manager knew exactly what she was talking about, showed us the good places to go to during our free time if we wanted to shop or lunch and din...
Trusted Customer
Jan 2025
Australia: City to Surf
Incredibly well organized, fun, lots of free time, etc
Trusted Customer
Oct 2024
Australia: City to Surf
Diverse, friendly, and fun group of fellow travelers. Nice accommodations. Lots of activities. Great way to efficiently see a lot of Australia. Not a lot of time in ...
Trusted Customer
Oct 2024
Australia: City to Surf
Many of the FTAs were amazing and really introduced me to many Australian activities like surfing. I really enjoyed my time in Byron Bay and Noosa as well as most of...
Brandon
Sep 2024
Australia: City to Surf
Great trip! The tour guide was incredibly inviting, comfortable and knowledgeable. She actively made the experience more comfortable in an environment that can seem ...
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Mar 2025
European Vistas
i think my trip manager went completely above and beyond. i felt so included and comfortable. all of the activities exceed my expectations. the hotels were all great...
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Mar 2025
Southern Thai Highlights
Everything was amazing. It was truly such a beautiful and memorable experience.
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