Brisbane to Cairns Experience: Sand Dunes & the Whitsundays

What's Included

• Accommodation
  Hostels (8 nts, multi-share with 4-8 people), overnight train (1 nt). All nights are multi-share on this trip.

• Meals
  2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners

• Welcome Moment

  Meet your CEO and group for a welcome moment.

• First Night Out Moment

  Connect with new friends on your first night out.

• Discover Moment

  Explore Cairns at your own pace.

• Big Night Out Moment

  Enjoy a big night out in Cairns.

• K'gari Overnight Experience

  Experience an overnight stay on K'gari (Fraser Island).

• K'gari Welcome Ceremony

  Participate in a welcome ceremony on K'gari.

• 4x4 Adventure on K'gari

  Enjoy a 4x4 adventure on K'gari.

• Whitsunday Full Day Sailing Excursion

  Experience a full day sailing excursion in the Whitsundays.

• Whitehaven Beach Visit

  Visit the stunning Whitehaven Beach.

• Transport to and from Included Activities

  Transport is provided to and from included activities.

What's Not Included

• Tipping and Gratuities

  Tipping and gratuities are not included.

• Luggage Allowance

  Only 1 piece of luggage and 1 carry-on are allowed on the Queensland train. Exceeding this may incur additional charges.

• WiFi/Internet Access

  WiFi and internet access may not be readily available and could incur additional charges.

• Public Holidays

  There may be limitations of services and disruptions to schedules over public holidays.

• Scuba Diving Optional Activity

  A doctor's release is required for scuba diving if taking prescription medications.

Accommodation

Hostels (8 nts, multi-share with 4-8 people), overnight train (1 nt). All nights are multi-share on this trip.

Transport

Private vehicle, overnight train, truck, ferry, bus

Meals Included

2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners

Group Size

Max 20, avg 16

Solo Travellers

We believe solo travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and solo travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price. ...more ...less

Meals

Eating is a big part of traveling. Travelling with G Adventures you experience the vast array of wonderful food that is available out in the world. Generally meals are not included in the trip price when there is a choice of eating options, to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat. It also gives you more budgeting flexibility, though generally food is cheap. Our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other's company. There is no obligation to do this though. Your CEO will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip. For all trips please refer to the meals included and budget information for included meals and meal budgets.



Please note that most included breakfasts will consist of cereal, milk, bread and spreads, juice, tea and instant coffee. Having a simple breakfast together most days allows us the flexibility to get on the road early and get from point A to B all that much faster. ...more ...less

Mode of Transport

Private vehicle, overnight train, truck, ferry, bus.

Minimum Age

Minimum age of 18 years for this trip.

Important Notes

1) COMBO TRIP

This tour combines with other G Adventures tours. As such, the staff and some travel companions on your tour may have previously been traveling together with G Adventures prior to Day 1 of your tour. Likewise, some staff and travel companions may be continuing together on another G Adventures tour after your trip concludes.



2) LUGGAGE

Note that only 1 piece of luggage and 1 carry on are allowed on the Queensland train. If you exceed this allowance, AUD15 may be charged upon boarding the train.



3) WIFI/INTERNET ACCESS

Please be aware that wifi and internet access is not as readily available in Australia as in other parts of the world. There are often additional charges to connect to the internet, and speeds may be slower than what you are used to.



4) PUBLIC HOLIDAYS

Over public holidays in Australia and New Zealand (such as Christmas, New Years Day, Easter, and Anzac Day) there may be some limitations of services and disruptions to schedules. In general our tours still operate effectively over public holidays, but there may be closures of optional activities and restaurants, and slight itinerary adjustments in order to provide all tour inclusions.



5) Scuba Diving Optional Activity



Please be aware that if you decide to book the optional scuba diving activity in the Great Barrier Reef and are taking any prescription medications, you will need a doctor’s release giving you permission to dive.



6.) Please note that all multi-share accommodation in Australia is generally split by gender. ...more ...less

Group Leader

This G Adventures group trip is accompanied by one of our group leaders, otherwise known as a Chief Experience Officer (CEO). The CEO will be the group manager, leader and driver - this person is experienced in the routes travelled and will organize and lead the meal preparations and has experience in cooking a variety of local and international dishes for large groups.



As the group coordinator and manager, the aim of the CEO is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. While not being guides in the traditional sense, you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. They will also offer suggestions for things to do and to see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends.



We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting - we think it's the best of both worlds. ...more ...less

About Accommodation

Please note that multi-share accommodation is very popular in Australia and is the way you will be spending most of your nights.

This may involve 4-6 group members sharing and even (on rare occasions) dormitory-style rooms for the whole group. It is also worth noting that all multi-share accommodation is generally split by gender in Australia. The majority of accommodation will have shared bathroom facilities. We have specifically chosen unique accommodations to give local flavour to your trip.



Where we use multi-share hostels, rooming requests of any kind cannot be taken. For private accommodation please see tours in our Classic Travel Style. ...more ...less

What to Take

You will be on the move a lot, so our advice is to pack as lightly as possible.



We recommend using a backpack for your convenience, or a medium-sized suitcase if you prefer. Heavy luggage is not recommended for the health of the CEO, who will take a lead in loading the storage trailer. Due to space in the trailer, we will not be able to accommodate more than one piece of main luggage per person. A good size day-pack (20-35L) is also essential to carry your personal gear for the day, as access to luggage between destinations will be limited. This daypack will be used to carry your personal gear for the day, your lunch and a water bottle.



You will need a smaller bag for the K'gari overnight excursion, as we will leave big bags on the mainland due to space constraints. ...more ...less

Spending Money

Every traveller is different and therefore spending money requirements will vary. Some travellers may drink more than others while other travellers like to purchase more souvenirs than most. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping and tipping. Please also remember the following specific recommendations when planning your trip. ...more ...less