Australia: North Queensland to Uluru (Without Sailing)

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From snorkelling in the Great Barrier Reef, to hiking around Kings Canyon, this trip is a 13-day kaleidoscope of some of the best landscapes and activities that Australia offers. You'll walk around the crystal-blue Airlie Beach, watch a magical sunset on Magnetic Island, and even discover the Daintree rainforest. Plus, you can try bungy jumping, scuba diving,...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

What's this trip about?

    From snorkelling in the Great Barrier Reef, to hiking around Kings Canyon, this trip is a 13-day kaleidoscope of some of the best landscapes and activities that Australia offers. You'll walk around the crystal-blue Airlie Beach, watch a magical sunset on Magnetic Island, and even discover the Daintree rainforest. Plus, you can try bungy jumping, scuba diving, and check out the incredible view of the reefs from an airplane. This is what they call an Australian dream.

Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeGroup - max of 40 people
Age range18 to 35 years
Flights and transport
Start CityAirlie Beach
End CityUluru

Travel Themes

  • Cultural

Destinations

Attractions

  • Uluru (Ayers Rock)

Activities

  • Culture

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 40

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Airlie Beach

Hello Airlie Beach! This tropical paradise is the perfect place to kick off our adventure. Our trip starts at Base Backpackers where we'll meet our fellow adventurers.

Base Backpackers (or similar)

Day 2: Airlie Beach

Is there anywhere in the world more beautiful than the Whitsundays? We think not. With 74 perfect islands at your fingertips, an open sea calling your name, today you'll get to explore one of the worlds most lusted-after holiday destinations with a day trip to the spo...

Day 3: Airlie Beach

We've got a free day in Airlie Beach today! This vibrant hub of the Whitsundays is ours to explore. We could get out onto the waters with an optional sea kayaking adventure, take to the sky with a Skydive over Australia's most beautiful drop zone or even a relaxing sc...

Day 4: Airlie Beach to Magnetic Island via Townsville

Is there anything better than the Whitsundays? We think our next destination definitely comes close! We'll board a coach this morning heading for Townsville. Here we'll board the ferry to our next destination. Magnetic Island (Yunbenun) is an apt name for this captiva...

Day 5: Magnetic Island

We have a whole day on this paradise island - lucky us! Check out some of the walking trails - such as the Forts Walk which offers up stunning views of the Palm Island Group as well as WWII fortifications, and the chance to see koalas in the wild - or enjoy some free ...

Day 6: Magnetic Island to Cairns via Townsville

This morning we'll say farewell to our koala friends and depart Magnetic Island on a ferry. But we'll never forget its singular beauty. Back in Townsville we won't hang around too long, as we're hopping on a train headed to Cairns, where we'll arrive late afternoon ...

Day 7: Cairns

Rise and shine, our entire day today is an unforgettable MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experience, packed with history, heritage and natural beauty, as we enjoy a spectacular a day trip to the oldest tropical rainforest in the world: Daintree. With its ancient ferns and vibrant...

Day 8: Cairns

Today you'll have the option to board a catamaran out to the reef to snorkel or dive in the crystal waters and gaze at the colourful coral and even more vibrant marine life. Back on board, the expert marine crew will tell us all there is to know about this stunning, but vulnerable, natural miracle.

Gilligans (or similar)

Breakfast

Day 9: Cairns

Today we have the chance to escape our comfort zones and try some of the adventurous activities that Cairns is famous for - think bungy jumping, skydiving and whitewater rafting. Or, sign up for a day trip on the scenic cable car, Skyrail. Gain a unique perspective of...

Day 10: Cairns to Uluru

We’ll start bright and early today with a flight to Uluru which should get us there by mid morning. Here in Uluru, you’ll have the chance to join an optional activity which will check out the Field of Lights: a spectacular art installation. Afterwards, you’ll enjoy a delicious included dinner with the group.

Voyages Outback Hotel & Lodge (or similar)

Dinner

Day 11: Uluru

It's time to explore the majesty of Uluru. And what better way to start the day than witnessing the rock bathed in the golden glow of sunrise? A sacred site for the local aboriginal tribe, this imposing rock is actually a staggering 700 million years old. We'll then g...

Day 12: Uluru (Including Kings Canyon)

Grab your sneakers, camera and your sense of adventure - it's time for a day trip! Our first stop is an included Big BBQ Brekkie at Kings Creek Station, then we're ready to go. Your guided hike around the imposing King's Canyon awaits. Wonder at the lunar-like lands...

Day 13: Uluru

This morning it's time to say our sad farewells to our Contiki family. Australia, it's been real. We may shed a tear, but we'll never forget what we've experienced together in this spectacular land. And just remember, it's not goodbye, just see you soon.

Breakfast

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,736
Price per day$210
Last Updated: 1/23/2025
Departure Date
Finish Date
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19 Apr 2025
01 May 2025
$2,876
$3,628
03 May 2025
15 May 2025
$2,876
$3,628
31 May 2025
12 Jun 2025
$2,876
$3,628
28 Jun 2025
10 Jul 2025
$3,460
$4,400
26 Jul 2025
07 Aug 2025
$2,812
$3,564
09 Aug 2025
21 Aug 2025
$2,812
$3,564
23 Aug 2025
04 Sep 2025
$2,812
$3,564
20 Sep 2025
02 Oct 2025
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$3,564
04 Oct 2025
16 Oct 2025
$2,812
$3,564
25 Oct 2025
06 Nov 2025
$2,812
$3,564

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Logistics

Accommodation

  • Base Backpackers (or similar)
  • Nomads Airlie Beach (or similar)
  • Nomads Magnetic Island (or similar)
  • Gilligans (or similar)
  • Voyages Outback Hotel & Lodge (or similar)
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Meals Included
  • 2 Lunch (L)
  • 3 Dinner (D)
  • 7 Breakfast (B)
Age Requirements
18 to 35 years
Additional Information
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Trip ID
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