13 DAY EAST COAST ADVENTURE
ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrive Sydney
Arrive into Sydney by midday and enjoy a half day sightseeing coach tour. Tonight enjoy uninterrupted city views and delicious cuisine as we head to Sydney Tower for our welcome dinner.
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Sydney - Gold Coast
Enjoy some leisure time this morning before being transferred to Sydney airport. Fly to the Gold Coast and transfer to the hotel.
Overnight: Gold Coast
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3: Gold Coast
After breakfast this morning, spend the day at leisure exploring Surfers Paradise. Perhaps wander downtown or walk along Surfers Paradise Beach.
Overnight: Gold Coast
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4: Gold Coast - Noosa
Depart Surfers Paradise and head to the Sunshine Coast to take in an Insider Experience. Visit Australia Zoo, made famous by the late Crocodile Hunter, Steve Irwin. Continue to Noosa for the night. Enjoy dinner at the iconic Noosa Surf Club.
Overnight: Noosa
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5: Noosa - Fraser Island
Spend some time this morning exploring Noosa before an Incredible Insider Experience. Travel north to beautiful World Heritage-listed Fraser Island.
Overnight: Fraser Island
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6: Fraser Island
Located at the southern tip of the Great Barrier Reef, Fraser Island is a rare and beautiful paradise. The untamed wilderness will entice you from the moment you arrive, providing adventure and excitement, but also a relaxing atmosphere from your base here at the eco-friendly Kingfisher Bay Resort. Discover this beautiful island today with a half-day tour.
Overnight: Fraser Island
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7: Fraser Island - Rockhampton
This morning, enjoy a ferry crossing to picturesque Hervey Bay while keeping an eye out for marine life. Rejoin your coach for the journey north, travelling through sugar cane country. Later, arrive in the inland city of Rockhampton, known as the beef capital of Australia, farming more than 2.5 million head of cattle within a 250-kilometre radius of the city. Wide streets and fine Victorian architecture reflect the region's wealthy 19th-century gold and copper mining boom, as well as the successful cattle industry.
Overnight: Rockhampton
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 8: Rockhampton - Hamilton Island
Travel to Airlie Beach where you'll board a ferry for your journey through the Whitsunday Islands for an Insider Experience. Stay at the picturesque resort of Hamilton Island. In the heart of the Great Barrier Reef, this small island is one of the only inhabited islands in the Whitsundays.
Overnight: Hamilton Island, Whitsundays
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 9: Hamilton Island
Today is yours to spend at leisure on spectacular Hamilton Island. Perhaps snorkel off the beach and discover the region's many species of tropical fish; stroll through the rainforest; or simply take the time to relax by one of your resort's swimming pools.
Overnight: Hamilton Island, Whitsundays
Meals: Breakfast
Day 10: Hamilton Island - Mission Beach
Transfer from Hamilton Island to the Port of Airlie and re-board your coach and travel to Townsville. On arrival, enjoy a tour of this tropical city, surrounded by rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef. Depart Townsville for beautiful Mission Beach.
Overnight: Mission Beach
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 11: Mission Beach - Cairns
Rolling green hills, open farmland and tropical rainforest characterise the Atherton Tablelands, which form part of the Great Dividing Range. Surrounded by tranquil rainforest, experience the peaceful oasis of Millaa Millaa Falls. You'll also visit the Curtain Fig Tree, a unique example of nature's unpredictability and wonder. Later, Arrive in Cairns this afternoon for a rewarding Insider Experience. Visit the scenic village of Kuranda, where you'll board the Kuranda Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.
Overnight: Cairns
Meals: Breakfast
Day 12: Great Barrier Reef
Cruise from Cairns by catamaran to Reef Magic's exclusive activity platform and enjoy hours amid the colourful coral and marine-life. Discover Dreamtime stories and take part in a corroboree. Enjoy a special Farewell Dinner at Tjapukai by Night.
Overnight: Cairns
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13: Port Douglas, Depart Cairns
Drive to Port Douglas for a tour. Later, transfer to the airport.
DATES & PRICES
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WHY CHOOSE ANDERSON VACATIONS?
Anderson Vacations
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Small Group Tours
Travel with a limited number of participants for a personalized journey with a tour leader.Experienced Tour Leaders
Who have gone through intensive vetting and training.(But most contract their tour leaders from Anderson Vacations.)
Canadian Travel Experts
With at least 30 years of experience.Min. 95% Satisfaction Rate
From past guests.Travel to unique places, visit more attractions each day.
Without the distractions of tipping.Activities and excursions included as part of the tour.
(Not as add-ons.)Sustainability
Planting one tree for every passenger that travels with us.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- 12 nights of premium accommodation
- Services of a professional and experienced tour guide throughout
- Luxury air-conditioned coach travel
- Airport transfers as specified
- Sightseeing tours as specified
- Cruises as specified
- Entrance fees as specified
- 12 Breakfasts
- 1 Lunch
- 7 Dinners
EXCLUSIONS
- Airfare unless specified as included within the itinerary
- Taxes as applicable
- Travel Insurance and Cancellation Protection (strongly recommended, ask us for a quote!)
- Gratuities for Local Guides, Tour Managers, and/or Bus Drivers
- Meals not specifically mentioned as included in the itinerary
- Items (attractions and sightseeing & entrance fees) not listed as included in the itinerary
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Unique Experiences
Experiences that help you take in the region in a different way.
Freedom To Explore
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Tour Questions
What is the maximum number of travellers in a group?
Anderson Vacations specializes in Small Group Fully Escorted tours. If the tour is classified as a ‘Classic Tour’ up to 24 persons may join the tour although tours commonly travel with anywhere between 18 to 24 travellers. If the tour is classified as a 'Tour of Distinction’ only up to 18 persons may join the tour and many 'Tours of Distinction' travel with 12 to 18 travellers.
What are Guaranteed Departures?
After dreaming about travel to an exciting destination, arranging for time off work, booking your flights the last thing you need is for your trip to be cancelled. Anderson vacation's pre-Guaranteed tours take the uncertainty away from planning your travel and give you peace of mind to book our tours. Pre-Guaranteed Tours are group tours that we have already confirmed as certain to travel on the specified date. All 'Guaranteed Tours' will travel except in the event of a natural disaster or a catastrophic event that is beyond our control. They may already have the minimum number of people booked or else are tours that are known to be popular. Only select departures of tours are 'pre-Guaranteed'.
What happens if I book on a tour that is not Guaranteed?
We pride ourselves on providing “a small shared group experience.” In the event that we have fewer than ten participants on a tour we will offer a “small-group surcharge” to ensure that the tour runs as scheduled. This fee, which is up to 15% of the “land” portion of the tour, will be offered to you as an option to continue with the trip. This fee will cover the costs associated with handling a smaller group.
What is the average age of passengers for this tour?
Our tours are suitable for all age demographics. The average age of travelers is typically 45+.
How physically demanding is this tour? Are you able to accommodate people with mobility restrictions/limitations?
Some tours are mainly coach based and may not be physically demanding while others may require walking inclines or on rough surfaces to access interesting locations. Please check with us and your booking agent carefully and discuss your mobility restrictions before completing any tour booking to ensure this style of travel is right for you.
Can you accommodate passengers with dietary restrictions (food allergies, vegan, vegetarian etc.)?
Yes, we do accommodate dietary restrictions (within reason) such as, food allergies, vegan, vegetarian, etc. There are many meals included on our fully escorted tours. Please inform us of any dietary restrictions at the time of booking so we can ensure there are alternative meal choices.
Booking & Flight Questions
Do you arrange airport transfers?
Yes, we can assist you with airport transfers for you in most locations at a reasonable extra cost. Several tours have airport transfers already included. Please contact us for more details.
Can you assist with booking additional accommodation?
Yes, we can certainly assist with booking additional nights of hotel accommodation for you before and after your fully escorted tour. This is available upon request and subject to availability. Please inquire for further information and prices.
How much luggage should I bring?
Each passenger may bring one large suitcase and one carry-on bag. The weight limit for baggage is 20 kilograms or about 40 pounds. Baggage handling is provided at the hotels in our tour packages but there may be places where you will be required to wheel in your bags for quicker access. Be sure to advise our reservations staff if you will be bringing additional items such as a cane, walker, or wheelchair. You may also bring one small soft-sided carry-on bag, which should easily fit into the overhead shelf of a coach. Each person is responsible for his/her own carryon luggage. Remember to check your airline baggage restrictions if you are flying, as they may differ from Anderson Vacations guidelines.
I am a solo traveller. Is there a single surcharge?
There are options for single travelers to join most tours. Solo travellers can choose to pay a Single Supplement and have their own room throughout the tour. For those willing to share with a co-traveller of the same gender, we have a Twin Share option that is offered for most tours where you share a hotel room with another same gender traveller. In this case, you will not be charged for Single Supplement.
Is it possible to book a triple share accommodation?
Yes, it is possible to book triple share accommodations on select trips. Please inquire or contact us regarding this option, as prices and availability vary from tour to tour.
Can we book this tour with our exclusive group?
Yes, you can! Anderson Vacations works with many private groups and helps to customize a tour to traveller’s needs. Please contact us for more details.
Are gratuities included in the tour cost?
For convenience, gratuities for local guides and meals that are specified in the itinerary are included in the tour price. For meals not included in your tour package please remember that it is customary to tip your server 10-20% in North America. Gratuities for your Coach Driver (where appropriate) and Tour Director are entirely at your discretion. We recommend about CDN $5.00 per person, per day, for your Driver and CDN$7.00 per person, per day for your Tour Leader.
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Tour Code
13EC
13 Day East Coast Adventure
13 days
Created On: 21 Nov 2024
Inclusions
- 12 nights of premium accommodation
- Services of a professional and experienced tour guide throughout
- Luxury air-conditioned coach travel
- Airport transfers as specified
- Sightseeing tours as specified
- Cruises as specified
- Entrance fees as specified
- 12 Breakfasts
- 1 Lunch
- 7 Dinners
Exclusions
- Airfare unless specified as included within the itinerary
- Taxes as applicable
- Travel Insurance and Cancellation Protection (strongly recommended, ask us for a quote!)
- Gratuities for Local Guides, Tour Managers, and/or Bus Drivers
- Meals not specifically mentioned as included in the itinerary
- Items (attractions and sightseeing & entrance fees) not listed as included in the itinerary
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Sydney
Arrive into Sydney by midday and enjoy a half day sightseeing coach tour. Tonight enjoy uninterrupted city views and delicious cuisine as we head to Sydney Tower for our welcome dinner.
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Sydney - Gold Coast
Enjoy some leisure time this morning before being transferred to Sydney airport. Fly to the Gold Coast and transfer to the hotel.
Overnight: Gold Coast
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3: Gold Coast
After breakfast this morning, spend the day at leisure exploring Surfers Paradise. Perhaps wander downtown or walk along Surfers Paradise Beach.
Overnight: Gold Coast
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4: Gold Coast - Noosa
Depart Surfers Paradise and head to the Sunshine Coast to take in an Insider Experience. Visit Australia Zoo, made famous by the late Crocodile Hunter, Steve Irwin. Continue to Noosa for the night. Enjoy dinner at the iconic Noosa Surf Club.
Overnight: Noosa
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5: Noosa - Fraser Island
Spend some time this morning exploring Noosa before an Incredible Insider Experience. Travel north to beautiful World Heritage-listed Fraser Island.
Overnight: Fraser Island
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6: Fraser Island
Located at the southern tip of the Great Barrier Reef, Fraser Island is a rare and beautiful paradise. The untamed wilderness will entice you from the moment you arrive, providing adventure and excitement, but also a relaxing atmosphere from your base here at the eco-friendly Kingfisher Bay Resort. Discover this beautiful island today with a half-day tour.
Overnight: Fraser Island
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7: Fraser Island - Rockhampton
This morning, enjoy a ferry crossing to picturesque Hervey Bay while keeping an eye out for marine life. Rejoin your coach for the journey north, travelling through sugar cane country. Later, arrive in the inland city of Rockhampton, known as the beef capital of Australia, farming more than 2.5 million head of cattle within a 250-kilometre radius of the city. Wide streets and fine Victorian architecture reflect the region's wealthy 19th-century gold and copper mining boom, as well as the successful cattle industry.
Overnight: Rockhampton
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 8: Rockhampton - Hamilton Island
Travel to Airlie Beach where you'll board a ferry for your journey through the Whitsunday Islands for an Insider Experience. Stay at the picturesque resort of Hamilton Island. In the heart of the Great Barrier Reef, this small island is one of the only inhabited islands in the Whitsundays.
Overnight: Hamilton Island, Whitsundays
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 9: Hamilton Island
Today is yours to spend at leisure on spectacular Hamilton Island. Perhaps snorkel off the beach and discover the region's many species of tropical fish; stroll through the rainforest; or simply take the time to relax by one of your resort's swimming pools.
Overnight: Hamilton Island, Whitsundays
Meals: Breakfast
Day 10: Hamilton Island - Mission Beach
Transfer from Hamilton Island to the Port of Airlie and re-board your coach and travel to Townsville. On arrival, enjoy a tour of this tropical city, surrounded by rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef. Depart Townsville for beautiful Mission Beach.
Overnight: Mission Beach
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 11: Mission Beach - Cairns
Rolling green hills, open farmland and tropical rainforest characterise the Atherton Tablelands, which form part of the Great Dividing Range. Surrounded by tranquil rainforest, experience the peaceful oasis of Millaa Millaa Falls. You'll also visit the Curtain Fig Tree, a unique example of nature's unpredictability and wonder. Later, Arrive in Cairns this afternoon for a rewarding Insider Experience. Visit the scenic village of Kuranda, where you'll board the Kuranda Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.
Overnight: Cairns
Meals: Breakfast
Day 12: Great Barrier Reef
Cruise from Cairns by catamaran to Reef Magic's exclusive activity platform and enjoy hours amid the colourful coral and marine-life. Discover Dreamtime stories and take part in a corroboree. Enjoy a special Farewell Dinner at Tjapukai by Night.
Overnight: Cairns
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13: Port Douglas, Depart Cairns
Drive to Port Douglas for a tour. Later, transfer to the airport.
