City to Surf – Australia Tour for Young Adults & Young Solo Travellers

City to Surf Tours for Young Adults

The one that’s 8 days from the buzz of Sydney to the beach side bliss of Byron Bay, plus the Noosa Everglades

Want to discover the bright lights & best beaches of the East Coast in under one week? Let this trip guide you from sun-drenched Sydney to bohemian Byron Bay with a stop in the wilderness of the Noosa Everglades to finish. Catch a sunset cruise in Sydney Harbour, kick back at Bondi beach, wake up to the sounds of birds chirping at your Special Stay Everglades Eco Lodge, learn to surf in Byron Bay and bask in the sun at the most easterly point of Australia. Challenge accepted.

Contiki acknowledges the Traditional and Torres Strait Island owners of the land, sea and waters of the spectacular Australian continent. As we explore this remarkable land, we recognise and respect their custodianship of a unique, ancient culture and country.

“70 percent join our trips solo”

“70% of our travellers join our trips solo, so you’ll travel with like-minded young people who want to make friends, experience new things and create lifelong memories. This is the best way to turn solo travel into the most social travel imaginable.” (Cited from the very experienced and internationally popular operator of this tour for young adults. For the latest info and eventual changes see here)

“Most popular youth travel company in the world”

Info by the very experienced and internationally popular operator of this tour for young adults (“Most popular youth travel company in the world”, Wikipedia): “Our trips are exclusively for 18-35s, and whether you join us solo or in a group, our trips are designed so you can share incredible experiences with young travellers just like you.”

Reviews by tour participants:

4.8 out of 5 stars (19 Reviews)* (all reviews and the latest rating available on the details page

Target age group:

18 to 35 (35 to 45 at “Reunion Trips“)

Trip duration and price:

8 days, 1 country from about $ 1317* (final prices – also in other currencies like British £ or € – available on the booking page)

Destinations:

Australia > Australia

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details page

Planned Itinerary:

Day 1: Warrane (Sydney)

Day 2: Warrane (Sydney)

Day 3: Warrane (Sydney)

Day 4: Warrane (Sydney)

Cavvanbah (Byron Bay)

Day 5: Cavvanbah (Byron Bay)

Day 6: Cavvanbah (Byron Bay)

Noosa Everglades

Day 7: Noosa Everglades

K’Gari (Fraser Island)

Noosa Everglades

Day 8: Noosa Everglades

Meeanjin (Brisbane)

Day 1: Start Warrane (Sydney)

Warrane (Sydney)Welcome to Sydney! Meet up with your brand new travel family and hit the road and head on a day trip to one of Australia’s finest: the majestic Blue Mountains (which aren’t actually blue, but are still beautiful all the same). Out here in the great Aussie Outdoors we’ll be learning about the legends behind the famous Three Sisters rock formation as well as exploring the Jamison Ridge area. We’ll head back to the city and the evening is yours to make the most of.

Wake Up (or similar)Included ExperienceDay Trip to the Blue MountainsDramatic scenery. Fresh mountain air filling your lungs. A World Heritage Site. If that’s your thing, prepare to be impressed.

Day 2: Warrane (Sydney)

Warrane (Sydney)This morning set out to explore this sun-drenched, cosmopolitan and eternally cool city. Your Trip Manager will give you the low down on all of the best bits as you get a tour of the highlights. Check out the Opera House, catch the ferry to Watsons Bay to experience the iconic skyline from a different perspective, then venture over to Bondi Beach where you can spend the afternoon lazing about in the sunshine. If you’ve got a head for heights, an optional Harbour Bridge climb is the best way to see that iconic harbour.

Wake Up (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Included ExperienceGuided Walking Tour of SydneyThe Opera House. ANZAC Memorial. Royal Botanic Gardens. It’s all here for you to post on social and make your friends jealous!
Included ExperienceFind a Spot on Bondi BeachStep onto the golden stretch of one of the world’s most famous beaches. The ultimate sandy nirvana for sun worshippers.
Harbour Bridge ClimbSee the city skyline at its best as you take the climb of your life up the famous Harbour Bridge. (Please note that all prices are in local currency & rates may change according to the time of year, i.e. peak times, during special events & festivals.)
Additional costs apply

Day 3: Warrane (Sydney)

Warrane (Sydney)
With a full free day to choose your own adventure, we have some fab Free Time Add-Ons for you to pick from. Water-lovers can opt for a jetboat across the Harbour or those who prefer the land, can jump on a bike for a tour of the city’s best bits.

Wake Up (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Sydney Harbour Jet Boat RideGet a thrill on a jet boat ride whilst making the most of Sydney Harbour. All prices are in local currency.
Additional costs apply

Sydney Highlights Bike TourExplore Sydney’s biggest and best views on two wheels! (Please note that all prices are in local currency. The advertised rate may change depending on the day of the week you’re visiting and/or number of participants.)
Additional costs apply

Day 4: Warrane (Sydney) to Cavvanbah (Byron Bay)

Warrane (Sydney)With satisfaction levels at a high this morning we jump on a plane to Byron Bay where all your hippie dreams can come to life.Cavvanbah (Byron Bay)Landing in Byron Bay, we’ll drop off our bags at the accommodation and start as we mean to go on, heading straight to the beach. Here we’ll unleash our secret talent for surfing with an included lesson. You’ll be a pro in no time!

Wake Up (or similar)Included ExperienceRide out the Waves with a Surf LessonYou’re booked in for an afternoon surf lesson. Side note: schedule some chillout time afterwards – you might ache from wrestling the tides.
Included ExperienceFly to Byron BayPassports at the ready folks.

Day 5: Cavvanbah (Byron Bay)

Cavvanbah (Byron Bay)We’ll continue the surf vibes today with the option to kickstart our morning with sunrise at Australia’s most easterly point. Then you have the rest of the day free to explore like a local. With the afternoon stretched out ahead of you, there’s kayaking, relaxing on the beach and whale watching (seasonal) all on offer – your time here will be nothing short of magic.

Wake Up (or similar)Byron Bay Lighthouse at SunriseWipe the sleep from your eyes and get moving – it’ll be worth it, promise – it’s time to travel upto the Byron Bay Lighthouse. Watch a stunning sunrise from one of the best spots in Byron Bay. All prices are in local currency.
Additional costs apply

Byron Bay Sea KayakingGet off land & into the water with a guided kayak adventure in Byron Bay. In your two person kayak, you’ll paddle along with dolphins, turtles & sometimes even whales that are commonly found here. You’ll also make a stop at a stunning beach for a real Aussie treat of Tim Tam’s, tea & maybe a swim if you’re up for it! With your fully qualified guide on hand to tell you all about the area & show you the sights, it’s the perfect way to experience the beaches & scenery of Byron Bay. All prices are in local currency.
Additional costs apply

Day 6: Cavvanbah (Byron Bay) to Noosa EvergladesMake Travel Matter®

Cavvanbah (Byron Bay)It’s time to wave goodbye to Byron Bay and head up the coast to Noosa Everglades. But first, why not opt for early morning yoga on the beach as you watch the golden sun stretch over the famous bay?Noosa EvergladesRelaxed from our morning on the beach, we’ll head to our next destination, the Noosa Everglades. Here we’ll unpack at our Special Stay Eco Lodge home for the next two nights and relax with a group dinner in the bistro & bar area, surrounded by the chatter and rustling of local birds and kangaroos.

Habitat Noosa (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Dinner

Included ExperienceChill at an Eco Lodge in NoosaThe gateway to tree-lined waterways and ancient rainforests of Noosa Everglades. And if that doesn’t tempt you: there’s a micro-brewery onsite.
Included ExperienceSpot Kangaroos from your CabinOur Special Stay Eco Lodges are in the heart of the action. You may even have a jumping joey as a friendly neighbour.Make Travel Matter®See (and Consume) Things Differently at ‘The Farm’We’ll say hey to Scottish cows and English pigs. We’ll explore a unique 80-acre farm, where the farmers share a passion for sustainability. We’ll sample food that’s grown using traditional methods and is 100% chemical-free. What ‘moo’ could you ask for?
Byron Bay YogaGet your zen on with an optional morning yoga session on the beach. You’ll be left feeling cool, calm & ready to take on the day ahead of you. All prices are in local currency.
Additional costs apply

Day 7: Noosa Everglades and (Including K’Gari)

Noosa EvergladesWake up to the sound of birds chirping at our Eco Camp this morning (you might even spot a kangaroo) and grab a quick brekkie before heading out for a day on K’Gari.

K’Gari (Fraser Island)Your spirits will be at an all-time high after this day full of sand dunes, scenic lakes and dense rainforests. We’ll cruise along the world’s longest sand highway before you appease your hunger with a tasty lunch.Noosa EvergladesIt’s back to the Eco Camp this evening for our final night here. You have free time to tuck into some food at the bistro, sample the offerings at the CootharaBAR boutique brewery, or just relax and enjoy the lush surroundings of this beautiful protected National Park.

Habitat Noosa (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Lunch

Included ExperienceExplore K’Gari (Fraser Island)Sand dunes. Check. Lakes. Check. Rainforest. Check. World’s longest sand highway. Check. Possibly one of the coolest places we know.
Included ExperienceFloat around Lake Mackenzie Thanks to the white sand and turquoise waters, you’ll think you’re stranded on a paradise island.Included ExperienceEat Lunch on a World Heritage IslandReady for some true tranquillity? Today you’ll have the chance to dine and unwind on the simply stunning island of K’Gari (Fraser Island).

Day 8: Noosa Everglades to Meeanjin (Brisbane)

Noosa Everglades
It’s your final day but what better way to say goodbye to The Glades than with an optional Canoeing Excursion on one of only two Everglades in the world!
Meeanjin (Brisbane)
Swap social deets and make plans for future adventures. Where will we go together next?

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Noosa Everglades Canoe TourWant an unforgettable wilderness experience, in one of the only two Everglades in the world? Take our optional Noosa Everglades canoeing excursion, for the opportunity to connect with nature in one of the world’s most pristine environments. You’ll have the chance to canoe around the glades & take in the stunning River of Mirrors. All prices are in local currency.
Additional costs apply

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details & booking page

Some of the Highlights:

Included Experience
Day Trip to the Blue Mountains

Dramatic scenery. Fresh mountain air filling your lungs. A World Heritage Site. If that’s your thing, prepare to be impressed.

INCLUDED

Included Experience
Ride out the Waves with a Surf Lesson

You’re booked in for an afternoon surf lesson. Side note: schedule some chillout time afterwards – you might ache from wrestling the tides.

INCLUDED

Included Experience
Chill at an Eco Lodge in Noosa

The gateway to tree-lined waterways and ancient rainforests of Noosa Everglades. And if that doesn’t tempt you: there’s a micro-brewery onsite.

INCLUDED

Harbour Bridge Climb

See the city skyline at its best as you take the climb of your life up the famous Harbour Bridge. (Please note that all prices are in local currency & rates may change according to the time of year, i.e. peak times, during special events & festivals.)

ADDITIONAL COST APPLIED

Byron Bay Sea Kayaking

Get off land & into the water with a guided kayak adventure in Byron Bay. In your two person kayak, you’ll paddle along with dolphins, turtles & sometimes even whales that are commonly found here. You’ll also make a stop at a stunning beach for a real Aussie treat of Tim Tam’s, tea & maybe a swim if you’re up for it! With your fully qualified guide on hand to tell you all about the area & show you the sights, it’s the perfect way to experience the beaches & scenery of Byron Bay. All prices are in local currency.

ADDITIONAL COST APPLIED

Noosa Everglades Canoe Tour

Want an unforgettable wilderness experience, in one of the only two Everglades in the world? Take our optional Noosa Everglades canoeing excursion, for the opportunity to connect with nature in one of the world’s most pristine environments. You’ll have the chance to canoe around the glades & take in the stunning River of Mirrors. All prices are in local currency.

ADDITIONAL COST APPLIED

Trip Highlights

The must do experiences that you can cross off your bucket list

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FAQs:

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Included Meals:

5 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details page

Team:

Expert Trip Manager

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Group Size:

Maximum 30 people

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Transfers:

Coach + Internal Flights

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More Details:

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