Sleep under the stars, zip over dunes in a 4x4 on a remote sand island, sail from island to island through the Whitsundays on a maxi sailing boat, dive the Great Barrier Reef and see the best Queensland has to offer.
Travelling in small groups, we will be visiting the best of the east coast; Fraser Island, Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef! All the while eating great food, meeting new friends and have a great time.
Due to availability, please try to book your package at least 30 days in advance. For dates available contact us directly.
Days
- 10 days, 9 nights
Start / finish
- Brisbane / Cairns
- Cairns, after the reef day on day 10
Return
- Cairns, after the reef day on day 10
Tour style
- Travel Package: Buses, Beds and Guided Tours
Accommodation
- 9 nights — hostels at Noosa, Airlie Beach and Cairns, two nights camping on K'gari, one night on the sailing boat, and one night on an overnight bus.
Transport
- Bus passes between towns, booked for you before you travel. The day tours run their own transport — a 4WD on K'gari, and boats in the Whitsundays and on the reef.
Meals
- All meals are included on the K'gari safari and the Whitsundays sail, plus lunch on the reef day. Meals in the towns are at your own cost.
Route
Included experiences
- Noosa — two nights on the Sunshine Coast either side of K'gari
- K'gari (Fraser Island) — a 3 day 4WD trip with two nights camping
- K'gari — Eli Creek, the Maheno wreck and the Lake Wabby walk
- 75 Mile Beach — the sand highway along K'gari
- Airlie Beach — two nights, either side of the sail
- Whitsundays — a 2 day sail with Whitehaven Beach and snorkelling
- Great Barrier Reef — five hours at two reef sites out of Cairns
- Bus passes — the full route from Brisbane to Cairns
Reviews
5.0
Based on 23 reviews
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AI summary of 23 reviews
Travellers consistently praise the tour for its organisation and ease, frequently noting that the Greyhound buses were pre-booked and that they did not have to plan anything themselves, which several found ideal for budget travel and for those who dislike planning. The guides are repeatedly described as knowledgeable, friendly and engaging, sharing facts and stories about each location, and one solo female traveller said she felt safe throughout. What stands out most often are the destinations and activities, particularly snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef, the Whitsundays and Whitehaven Beach, sunrise and sights at K'Gari (Fraser Island), and the chance to meet like-minded people. Many also appreciated the balance between adventure and relaxation and found the accommodation and hostels comfortable and better than expected. The most common caveat concerned sleeping aboard the yacht, with one traveller describing a particularly rocky night on the boat.
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“will be back!”
I was a little apprehensive about the bus aspect of the itinerary, but after talking to the LIA team I went and booked a 10 Day Brisbane to Cairns itinerary. It was very easy to follow and the tours I got to were were awesome. Made lots of new friends and experienced some amazing sights along the east coast. Save a bunch of money as well.
“5 stars!”
Had an absolute brilliant adventure! Loved the whole experience and will be recommending to everyone i meet! 5 outta 5 for sure :)
“beyond amazing”
From Brisbane to Cairns was such an epic trip. We camped at K’Gari to catch the sunrise, chilled on the boat under the Whitsundays stars, and wandered barefoot across Whitehaven Beach with a beer in hand. Oh, and the rainforest hike up north was beyond amazing!
“I’ll never forget ”
diving with sea turtles near the Whitsundays, and that walk on Whitehaven Beach, beer in hand—it was all magical
“perfect way to relax”
Sunrise at K’Gari was gorgeous, but my favorite part was snorkeling off the coast of Airlie Beach and eating the freshest seafood at every stop.
“great guides”
From the start all of our guides were fantastic - super knowledgeable and friendly, sharing interesting facts and stories that brought each location to life. snorkeling on the great barrier reef was a standout experience, with the guides pointing out all sorts of marine life and ensuring everyone felt safe and comfortable.
the days spent exploring fraser island were equally memorable. the guides knew the island inside and out, taking us to the best spots like lake mckenzie and the maheno shipwreck while explaining the island’s unique ecosystem and history. their enthusiasm made the whole adventure more enjoyable, and they were always ready to answer questions or offer tips.
Overall, the trip was well-organized and paced, with plenty of time to soak in the beauty of each destination.
“Holiday done”
Airlie Beach was just as beautiful under the sun
“great adventure, well done!”
this trip was a fantastic way to explore some of australia’s most famous spots. the day on the great barrier reef was incredible, with clear waters and vibrant marine life making the snorkeling unforgettable. the crew was friendly and made sure everyone had a great time on the boat.
the whitsundays sailing was another highlight, especially visiting whitehaven beach with its soft white sand and stunning views. snorkeling around the reefs and kayaking through the crystal-clear waters was an experience i’ll remember for a long time. the evenings on the boat were relaxing, with beautiful sunsets and good company.
fraser island was the perfect way to end the trip. driving along the beaches and through the rainforest in a 4wd was thrilling, and the visit to lake mckenzie was a real treat with its clear blue waters. the entire itinerary was well-planned, allowing plenty of time to enjoy each location without feeling rushed.
“travel made easy”
This tour was great for people like me who don’t like planning! I would recommend this tour to anyone looking for a well-organized itinerary and on a budget.
“nothing but blue skies”
I had a fantastic time on the tour, and we got lucky with the weather—clear skies and sunshine nearly every day!
“Great trip”
I had some concerns about transportation, but the Greyhound buses were all booked for us in advance, which made everything hassle-free. Lost in Australia did a great job explaining everything, and the tour guides were fantastic.
“thanks for the memories”
I liked how easy it was to get around. The Greyhound buses were all pre-booked, so we just showed up and got on. The places we visited were really nice and were all spots ive been wanting to visit for years, especially the Whitsundays. The guides were fantastic, and I met some fun people.
“thanks :)”
The trip was a lot of fun, and I enjoyed meeting new people. The accommodations were better than expected,Would do it again.
“This is it”
This trip was a dream come true. From Brisbane to Cairns, we hit all the key spots without having to worry about planning a single thing. Our guides were warm and engaging, offering rich insights about the sites. If you’re looking for a no-fuss way to experience Australia’s East Coast, this is it.
“lots of fun ”
The trip was cool. I didn’t have to worry about how we’d get from place to place because the Greyhound buses were already booked. The snorkeling at the Great Barrier Reef was awesome, and I really liked the beach spots. The hostels were fine too.
“Wonderful”
It's great to be able to see so much of a place with a like-minded group and a guide to show you around
“Great itinerary”
The organisation by LIA for this trip was second to none. The itinerary was action packed and hostels were all great and I had a comfortable nights sleep every evening - bar one particularly rocky night on the yacht!
“Safe and Enjoyable way to travel”
I found it an easy way to travel and also felt safe and happy being a female single traveller. We saw so much and enjoyed every moment
“Will definitely come back”
Had an absolutely brilliant time - the tour was so well organised and there was a lot of adventure as well as moments to chill out and relax which made a nice balance. We had an incredible tour guide who felt like a friend right from the very start and made the experience so special. Highlight of the trip was definitely whitsundays. Will definitely come back to Australia and will definitely book with LIA for more amazing trips
“Great guides”
The trip was very enjoyable and good value for money with an excellent tour guide showing a range of places in northern Queensland.
“Great!”
Whole trip was extremely well organised. You get to do lots of things that you wouldn't get to do if you were travelling completely alone.
“Very memorable”
The tour was absolutely amazing. I was fortunate to be in a small groupx with a great guidex and our experience together was incredibly fun and memorable.
“I'll be back!”
Because the trip was a great way to see many beautiful places and meet nice people.
