Sydney to Brisbane: 7-Day Coastal Adventure Tour

Your Sydney to Brisbane adventure begins! Meet your tour guide and fellow travelers in Sydney's CBD. Receive your comprehensive tour briefing with insider tips for the week ahead.

Enjoy free time exploring Sydney's iconic attractions including the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, The Rocks historic district, and vibrant dining precincts. Your guide recommends the best local spots.

Journey north to Hunter Valley, Australia's oldest wine region. Visit award-winning organic vineyards practicing sustainable viticulture. Enjoy guided tastings of 5-6 premium wines paired with artisanal cheeses.

Continue to Port Stephens, the "dolphin capital of Australia" featuring 26 pristine beaches and the massive Stockton Sand Dunes—the largest coastal dunes in the Southern Hemisphere.

Free day to explore Port Stephens! Optional Tomaree Mountain hike offers spectacular 360-degree coastal views. The Stockton Sand Dunes provide thrilling sandboarding experiences.

Join the Dolphin Discovery Cruise to see over 140 resident bottlenose dolphins. Port Stephens waters are perfect for stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, or beach relaxation.

Travel north along the scenic Pacific Highway to Port Macquarie Koala Hospital—Australia's first koala hospital dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating injured koalas.

Guided tour with passionate volunteers sharing rescue stories and conservation challenges. See koalas at various recovery stages. Your visit directly supports their lifesaving work.

Continue to Coffs Harbour, perfectly positioned halfway between Sydney and Brisbane. This relaxed coastal city offers beautiful beaches, the iconic Big Banana, and laid-back coastal vibes.

Leisurely morning at your beachfront resort before one of the tour's most profound experiences. Deep in Orara East State Forest, meet the Gumbaynggirr people—Traditional Owners for over 40,000 years.

This authentic cultural exchange honors one of the world's oldest living cultures. Learn the Gumbaynggirr language, hear Dreamtime stories, experience traditional music and dance including didgeridoo performances.

Discover bush tucker (native foods) and traditional medicines refined over millennia. Understand Aboriginal connection to Country and ongoing cultural preservation efforts. Profits support the Gumbaynggirr bilingual school.

Welcome to Byron Bay—the East Coast's crown jewel! This world-famous coastal town blends surf culture, artistic creativity, environmental consciousness, and breathtaking natural beauty.

Stop in charming Yamba en route. Visit the stunning Angourie Blue Pool—a natural saltwater pool carved into coastal rocks. Perfect refreshing swim before Byron Bay.

Visit iconic Cape Byron Lighthouse at Australia's most easterly point with dramatic cliff views. Spot humpback whales during migration season (May-November), plus year-round dolphins and sea turtles.

Check into your beachfront Byron Bay resort. Book optional surf lessons with local instructors at The Pass or Wategos Beach. Try sea kayaking alongside dolphins and turtles in calm morning waters.

Explore Byron's boutiques, organic cafes, artisan markets, and wellness studios. Watch sunset from beachfront bars with live local musicians—Byron's bohemian spirit is infectious!

Final day arrives with spectacular finish! Peaceful Byron Bay morning before heading north into Queensland and the glittering Gold Coast.

The Gold Coast features 57 kilometers of stunning beaches, world-famous theme parks, and infectious energy. Cruise through iconic Surfers Paradise where golden beaches meet modern towers. Photo stop at the famous Surfers Paradise sign.

Continue to Brisbane—Queensland's vibrant capital combining river city charm with cultural sophistication and year-round sunshine. Check into your comfortable Brisbane hotel.

Celebrate tonight! Join your guide and fellow travelers for farewell dinner at excellent Brisbane restaurants. Share favorite moments, exchange contacts, and reflect on your East Coast adventure.