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Cairns Backpacker Tour

11-day Kakadu and Gulf Savannah tour (Cairns to Darwin)

Price from $3,199

11-day Kakadu and Gulf Savannah tour (Cairns to Darwin) by Kimberley Off Road Tours

Come on an incredible journey through Kakadu, the Gulf country and the tropical rainforest; experience nature, wildlife and endless adventure, as you travel along the Savannah Way. It is all about seeing the outback the way it should be seen. We bush camp throughout the tour, prepare all our own meals and sleep under the stars in a swag. Our vibe is relaxed and friendly; feel like you’re traveling with friends, and having the time of your life in one of the most beautiful parts of Australia. Departing Cairns we head west into the mountains to swim at the picturesque Josephine Falls, before continuing to Kalkani crater and the unique Undara lava tubes. Heading into the Gulf Country you visit Frys crocodile, the historic mining town of Croydon, Leichhardt Falls, Burke and Wills most northern campsite 119, Lawn Hill gorge, Echo Gorge, Hells Gate and Lorella Springs. After plenty of exploring and swimming we stop at the Southern Lost City and Butterfly gorge. We follow the Roper River to Mataranka thermal pools or Bitter Springs before a few days exploring the world heritage listed Kakadu National Park. Our final stop is a wildlife cruise before arriving in Darwin.

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Darwin Backpacker Tour

11-day Kakadu and Gulf Savannah tour (Darwin to Cairns)

Price from $3,199

11-day Kakadu and Gulf Savannah tour (Darwin to Cairns) by Kimberley Off Road Tours

Come on an incredible journey through Kakadu, the Gulf country and the tropical rainforest; experience nature, wildlife and endless adventure, as you travel along the Savannah Way. It is all about seeing the outback the way it should be seen. We bush camp throughout the tour, prepare all our own meals and sleep under the stars in a swag. Our vibe is relaxed and friendly; feel like you’re traveling with friends, and having the time of your life in one of the most beautiful parts of Australia. The adventure starts in Darwin and your first stop will be a wildlife cruise on the beautiful Corroboree Billabong before embarking on the world-heritage listed Kakadu National Park. We stop at the thermal pools of Mataranka or Bitter Springs before joining the Savannah Way. We follow the Roper River to the Southern Lost City, Butterfly Gorge, Lorella Springs, Hells Gate and Echo Gorge. We then carry on to Lawn Hill Gorge, Leichhardt Falls, and we visit the historic Burke and Wills campsite 119. After this we’ll stop to see Frys crocodile, the historic mining town of Croydon, the Udara lava tubes, Kalkani Crater and the picturesque Joesphine Falls before arriving in Cairns.

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Brisbane Backpacker Tour

15 Day Dingo Backpacker Tour: Brisbane > Cairns

Price from AUD$4,525

15 Day Dingo Backpacker Tour: Brisbane > Cairns by Stray Australia

Our 15-Day Dingo Tour will send you up the coast from Brisbane to Cairns, stopping off at backpacker favourites like Noosa and Airlie Beach. He’ll also show you some unreal secret spots off the beaten track!  Go on a 4WD safari, a 2 day sailing adventure, a wildlife spotting canoeing trip and make lots of stops on the way for walks, waterfalls and of course photo ops! 

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  • Budget: comfort
  • Length: 15 days
  • Group size: 24 max
  • Start: Brisbane
  • End: Cairns

Byron Bay Backpacker Tour

15 Day Roo Backpacker Tour: Byron Bay > Cairns

Price from AUD$4,695

15 Day Roo Backpacker Tour: Byron Bay > Cairns by Stray Australia

Our 15-Day Roo Tour will take you from Byron Bay to Cairns. You’ll explore the world’s largest sand island on a 4WD expedition, sail through the idyllic Whitsunday Islands and get off the beaten track at an historic village in Queensland.

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Sydney Backpacker Tour

21 Day Emu Backpacker Tour: Sydney > Cairns

Price from AUD$5,395

21 Day Emu Backpacker Tour: Sydney > Cairns by Stray Australia

Our 21-Day Emu Tour takes you on an epic journey up the East Coast. From Sydney to Cairns, we’ll show you all the hot spots in between, plus some hidden gems!

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  • Budget: comfort
  • Length: 21 days
  • Group size: 24 max
  • Start: Sydney
  • End: Cairns

Sydney Backpacker Tour

East Coast 22-day Backpacker Tour Adventure

Price from AUD$7,914

East Coast 22-day Backpacker Tour Adventure by U.Trips

Simply The BEST East Coast Australian Adventure – Epic Fun and Adventure, While Travelling Responsibly!

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  • Budget: comfort
  • Length: 22 days
  • Group size: 20 max
  • Start: Sydney
  • End: Cairns

Melbourne Backpacker Tour

East Coast Australia: 7 Week

Price from AUD$5,298

East Coast Australia: 7 Week by Ultimate Travel

This 7-week Adventure sees you explore the best of Australians East Coast on our 6 Week East Coast Explorer Tour with an additional 7 nights added to the itinerary in Melbourne. Fully guided Group tour.

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Sydney Backpacker Tour

Ultimate East Coast Australia: 5 Week

Price from AUD$3,699

Ultimate East Coast Australia: 5 Week by Ultimate Travel

Our best selling 5 Week Guided East Coast Tour from Sydney to Cairns.

Latest tour information:

  • Budget: budget
  • Length: 36 days
  • Group size: 22 max
  • Start: Sydney
  • End: Cairns

Sydney Backpacker Tour

Ultimate East Coast Australia: 6 Week

Price from AUD$4,399

Ultimate East Coast Australia: 6 Week by Ultimate Travel

This 6-week Adventure combines our popular Ultimate Sydney 7 Day Tour and the Best -selling 5 Week East Coast Explorer Tour.

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  • Budget: budget
  • Length: 43 days
  • Group size: 20 max
  • Start: Sydney
  • End: Cairns

Sydney Backpacker Tour

Ultimate East Coast Highlights – 3 Week

Price from AUD$3,199

Ultimate East Coast Highlights – 3 Week by Ultimate Travel

Our Ultimate East Coast Explorer Package offers fun and adventure for backpackers, hitting all the best spots along the East Coast in just 3 weeks.

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  • Budget: budget
  • Length: 21 days
  • Group size: 20 max
  • Start: Sydney
  • End: Cairns