12-day Australian east coast adventure

Start your east coast escapade at Sydney’s Circular Quay, where the white sails of the Sydney Opera House sit adjacent to the Harbour Bridge.

Bondi’s vast blue bay – peppered with swimmers, surfers and sunbathers – draws visitors from all over the world. From coastal walks to boutique shops, here are some incredible ways to explore.

The World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains is just a short drive from Sydney but feels worlds away. Cute mountain towns, waterfalls, wildlife and adventure activities await.

Return to Sydney for a flight to Brisbane, where days are best spent outdoors – regardless of the time of year.

Hop aboard the Tangalooma Island Resort’s day cruise or passenger ferry for a scenic ride to Moreton Island. This island is made of sand and guarantees exhilarating coastal adventures.

Fly from Brisbane and touch down on the most luxurious (and largest) islands of them all, Hamilton Island. This island is famous for snorkelling, white sand and access to the famous Heart Reef.

There’s more to explore throughout the Whitsunday Islands, which encompass 74 idyllic islands across the centre of the Great Barrier Reef. Here are some unique ways to explore this incredible archipelago.

Take an Island Transfer from Long Island to the Whitsundays' coastal town of Airlie Beach for more action out on the water.

Drive three and a half hours to reach Townsville, where coastal adventures and unexpected gems are waiting to be explored.

Board a ferry to the haven of Magnetic Island, where swimming, snorkelling and hiking are made even better by spectacular scenery.

Board a ferry back to Townsville and hop on a flight to the bustling hub of Cairns, where days among the rainforest await. For a little more adventure, you can also opt for a 4.5-drive, winding north along the coast.

Spend a morning at the markets before driving an easy 90 minutes to explore the treasures of the Daintree Rainforest.