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Brisbane to Cairns Experience: Sand Dunes & the Whitsundays
If you're big on ambition but short on time, sign yourself up for this zippy ten-day tour up the east coast of Queensland. Play transport bingo as you hop on a yacht, train, truck, and private vehicle to get around your destinations. Hit K'gari (Fraser Island) and the Whitsundays, go snorkelling, and explore the beauty of Noosa. Your time here may be fleeting, but your friends and family probably won't ever hear the end of this seriously epic trip.
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: 18-to-Thirtysomethings
Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.
Service Level: Basic
Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities.
Physical Grading: 3 - Average
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Merchandising: Top Seller
Merchandising: Planeterra Project
Trip Type: Small Group
Group trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.
Age requirements: 18-39
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Brisbane to Cairns Experience: Sand Dunes & the Whitsundays - Itinerary
DAY 1
Brisbane
Arrive at any time. Welcome to the “Land Down Under”! Tonight, gear up and get ready for a night out in Brisbane with the group. Enjoy an evening filled with friendly vibes, epic times, and dope views of the city as you sip some local bevvies with your new travel pals by your side. Arrive in Brisbane at any time. There are no planned activities during the day, so check into the hotel and explore the city. If you arrive early enough, you'll have time to head into the city. Opt to catch city cat or walk to explore Brisbane via the river. Visit spots like, the Howard Smith Wharves, the Botanical Gardens, New Farm Park, or relax at Streets Beach on the South Bank.
Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Connect With New Friends:
Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.
BUNK Brisbane:
BUNK Brisbane
Brisbane to Cairns Experience: Sand Dunes & the Whitsundays - Itinerary
DAY 1
Brisbane
Arrive at any time. Welcome to the “Land Down Under”! Tonight, gear up and get ready for a night out in Brisbane with the group. Enjoy an evening filled with friendly vibes, epic times, and dope views of the city as you sip some local bevvies with your new travel pals by your side. Arrive in Brisbane at any time. There are no planned activities during the day, so check into the hotel and explore the city. If you arrive early enough, you'll have time to head into the city. Opt to catch city cat or walk to explore Brisbane via the river. Visit spots like, the Howard Smith Wharves, the Botanical Gardens, New Farm Park, or relax at Streets Beach on the South Bank.
Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Connect With New Friends:
Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.
BUNK Brisbane:
BUNK Brisbane
What’s Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
- Your Discover Moment: Cairns
- Your Big Night Out Moment: Cairns
- K'gari Welcome Ceremony
- 4x4 Adventure on K'gari
- K'gari overnight experience (incl Twilight Beach Walk & Stories around the campfire)
- Noosa Coastal Walk
- Whitsunday full day excursion, including snorkelling
- Whitehaven Beach visit
- Transport to and from included activities.
- Hostels & basic lodgings (8 nts, multi-share with 4-8 people), overnight train (1 nt), remote beach accommodation (1 nt). **All nights are multi-share on this trip.
- 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
- Private vehicle, bus, overnight train, boat, 4x4 vehicle, ferry, walking.
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Brisbane to Cairns Experience: Sand Dunes & the Whitsundays Departure Dates
All Years
| Start | Ending | Availability | Prices from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Feb 14 2026 | Mon, Feb 23 2026 | Sold Out | $2,240.17 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Feb 21 2026 | Mon, Mar 02 2026 | Sold Out | $2,240.17 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Mar 07 2026 | Mon, Mar 16 2026 | Sold Out | $2,240.17 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Mar 21 2026 | Mon, Mar 30 2026 | Open (2) | $2,240.17 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Apr 04 2026 | Mon, Apr 13 2026 | Open (3) | $2,115.67 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sat, Apr 11 2026 | Mon, Apr 20 2026 | Open (17) | $2,115.67 USD (price includes taxes and fees) |
More from Brisbane to Cairns Experience: Sand Dunes & the Whitsundays
USEFUL INFO
What's Included
What's Included
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
Your Discover Moment: Cairns
Your Big Night Out Moment: Cairns. K'gari Welcome Ceremony. 4x4 Adventure on K'gari. K'gari overnight experience (incl Twilight Beach Walk & Stories around the campfire). Noosa Coastal Walk. Whitsunday full day excursion, including snorkelling. Whitehaven Beach visit. Transport to and from included activities.
What are the main highlights of this trip?
What are the main highlights of this trip?
Enjoy the coastal beauty and vibrant atmosphere of Noosa's stunning beaches and national park, Discover the pristine white sands and crystal-clear waters of the Whitsundays on a day trip, Experience the natural wonders and diverse wildlife with an overnight stay on K'gari (Fraser Island), Explore the tropical charm and adventure activities of Cairns at your own pace
Is there a disclaimer I should read before booking this trip?
Is there a disclaimer I should read before booking this trip?
The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.
VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you view a final copy of your Trip Details a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.
Is there an itinerary Disclaimer?
Is there an itinerary Disclaimer?
While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.
Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.
Are there Itinerary notes?
Are there Itinerary notes?
Please note that most 18-to-Thirtysomethings accommodation in Australia is multi-share. For more info, see our Trip Details.
