Watch incredible sunsets on Fraser Island
Swim in the clear waters of Lake Mackenzie on Fraser Island
The postcard perfect views across Whitehaven Beach | Photo credit: Tourism & Events Queensland
See wild dingoes on Fraser Island
The spectacular Great Barrier Reef is yours to explore! | Photo credit: Tourism & Events Queensland
See the famous shipwreck on Fraser Island
Walk underneath giant Fan Trees in Daintree Rainforest
Dive with turtles in the Great Barrier Reef
This 9-day Brisbane to Cairns road trip itinerary will take you along the famous east coast of Australia with a Fraser Island and Whitsundays trip. Experience Noosa’s golden beaches and laidback vibe before heading to the world’s largest sand island, Fraser Island, famous for its wild dingoes, clear water lagoons and abandoned shipwrecks. Spend a night on board a sailing boat in the spectacular Whitsundays, spotting dolphins and clownfish before finishing in Cairns, the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef.
This itinerary can be tailored to suit your requirements, please contact one of our consultants to start planning your dream trip.
On arrival into Brisbane Airport, you will collect your rental car and begin your journey up the east coast. The first stop is Noosa, located just over 1 and a half hours away.
On arrival check into your hotel and the rest of the day is yours to do as you please. Noosa is well known for its laidback vibe and its access to the stunning Everglades, where you can take canoe safaris and spot the local wildlife.
Why not head to the beach today for some relaxation, go shopping in the local boutiques or people watch from one of the many coffee shops or restaurants located in the town.
Head off early this morning for your drive up to Hervey Bay, 2 and a half hours away. On arrival head straight to the ferry terminal to connect with your boat over to Fraser Island. You will be greeted off the ferry and taken to your hotel where you will check in for the next 2 nights.
After breakfast you will be taken on a full day 4WD explorer tour of the island, visit the main beauty spots on the island including Lake Mackenzie, known for its clear waters and silicone sands and Seventy Mile Beach, a vast expanse of golden sands and home to the Maheno shipwreck, a perfect photo opportunity.
After breakfast, depart the island at your chosen ferry time, pick up your car and do the 4-hour drive up to Rockhampton where you will spend tonight to break up your journey.
Head off bright and early today as you have a 5-hour drive to your next destination, Airlie Beach. After checking in head to the lagoon for an afternoon relaxing by the pool and enjoying a swim.
You will check in for your sailing trip this evening and be given all the information you need to set sail in the morning. There are many different options for sailing in the Whitsundays, from catamarans, yachts to tall ship sailing in what looks like an old pirate ship. Trips can range from 1 day up to 3 nights so speak to one of our consultants when planning your trip and they can recommend the best boat for you.
Depart on your maxi yacht today on a Whitsundays sailing adventure, you will get the opportunity to snorkel and if you wish, dive off the boat, the waters here are rich in marine life from tiny orange clownfish to dolphins and even turtles. Visit the iconic Whitehaven Beach and be taken to 2 different spots at the end of the reef to get into the water and check out the tropical marine life.
Guests on the Maxi Yachts are encouraged to get involved with the sailing of the boat, so this can be a perfect time to brush up on your sailing skills as well as relax on the deck and enjoy the sunshine.
Wake early this morning to spot dolphins swimming by the boat. Make sure you take part in an early morning snorkel, the best way to start any day! You will arrive back in Airlie Beach at 11am this morning, collect your car and head off on your final journey up to Cairns. The journey is a long one, taking 7 hours. If you feel this is too long, we can break the journey along the way – just let your consultant know.
You will check into your hotel in Cairns on arrival for a one-night stay
You east coast trip ends here but if you wanted to extend your holiday, we can make some great suggestions about what you can do in the tropical north.
Summertime in Australia runs between November and February when the weather will be hot and sunny on the south-east coast. As you travel further north, the climate becomes tropical, with two main seasons, Wet and Dry. The wet season runs from October to March, bringing humid weather and rain, the dry from April to September, with sunny days and a comfortable temperature. Prices will be at a premium over the Christmas and New Year holidays and availability limited so be sure to book in advance. March to May and September to November can be mild and pleasant and crowds fewer.
We’re experts in planning tailor-made holidays, so whether you’re looking for a luxury Australia holiday, ideas for a road trip, a Great Barrier Reef holiday or multi-stop flights to Australia with stopovers – let us help you with the planning. Our experts can tailor-make precisely the trip you’re looking for - this itinerary is purely a suggestion, so please contact us with your dates and requests, and we’ll put together a bespoke quotation for you.
7 nights in 3* accommodation.
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