7 Days | Big cities, surf towns, wineries and wilderness – experience the beauty and diversity of Australia’s east coast.





Explore wilderness, discover wildlife and indulge in wine on this laid-back adventure from the iconic cityscapes of Sydney to Queensland’s capital of Brisbane. Sample cheese and chocolate as you venture through the picturesque Hunter Valley, get up close to cute and cuddly koalas in an animal hospital near Port Macquarie, hike down for a dip in cascading waters at the beautiful Dangar Falls and hang loose in the bustling beachside town of Byron. From city to surf, wineries to waterfalls, take an epic road-trip that hits all the highlights in just one week.
Trip overview

- Start
- Sydney, Australia
- Finish
- Brisbane, Australia
- Theme
- Explorer
- Destinations
- Australia
- Physical rating
- Indicates how physically exerting a trip is, and how fit you will need to be to enjoy it. More info on physical ratings
- Style
- Comfort
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1 - Max 16
- Trip code
- PVON
- Keep your eye out for kangaroos on your way to a cheese, chocolate and wine tasting in the chilled-out Hunter Valley – a picturesque region in the rural hills of New South Wales.
- Soak up the beachside vibes of Byron Bay with a free day in this surfer’s haven. Go for a dip in the ocean, listen to buskers by the beach, join a yoga class or just hang loose in a quirky cafe – it’s a hard life!
- Set sail along the azure waters of Port Macquarie on an incredible sunset cruise. Keep an eagle eye out for local pods of dolphins as you enjoy the perfect end to a scenic day.
- Get in touch with Australia’s wilderness and wildlife. Meet cute and cuddly koalas at an animal hospital and explore rainforest and waterfalls in Dorrigo National Park.
- Enjoy amazing local food including a 'farm to plate' experience in beautiful Byron Bay. Head out and collect local ingredients before indulging in a healthy and delicious dinner.
- This trip covers around 1000km / 620miles over 7 days. There are some long travelling days but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
- This itinerary is the first section of longer combination trips, the 14 day 'Sydney to Cairns Adventure' (trip code PVOSC) and the 18 day 'East Coast Encompassed' (trip code PVSCD)
Itinerary
View the itinerary for departures between 01 April 2024 - 31 March 2025
Inclusions
5 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Private vehicle
Hotel (4 nights), Pub (1 night) Motel (1 night)
- Sydney - Welcome Dinner
- Hunter Valley - Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Tasting
- Hunter Valley - Wildlife Sanctuary Visit with Ranger
- Forster - Wallis Lake Lunch Cruise
- Port Macquaire - Meet Volunteers at the Koala Hospital
- Dorrigo National Park - Dangar Falls
- Byron Bay - Walking Tour with Cockatoo Paul
- Orara East State Forest (Niigi Niigi)- Giingan Gumbaynggirr Cultural Experience
- Sydney - Burrawa Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb with Indigenous Storyteller - from - AUD328
- Byron Bay - Yoga Lessons - AUD70
- Byron Bay - Learn to Surf - AUD70
- Byron Bay - Sea Kayaking Tour - AUD64
Dates and availability
Important notes
START & END TIMES
The trip starts with a welcome meeting at 2pm (for departures up until and including May 2023) or 6pm (for departures from June 2023) on day 1 and finishes upon arrival into Brisbane on the last day at approximately 10am.
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip, and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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