This tour is designed for travellers aged between 18 and 39 and eager to get out there and make friends, explore new destinations and have the time of their lives. Adventures travellers are also from all over the globe and and bring a fantastic 'richness' to the experience as they share their t with each other whilst on tour. Again a sense of adventure unites these travellers who are keen to experience different cultures, meet locals and crams as much action and adventure into their holiday as possible.

DAY 1: Gold Coast

Welcome to the Gold Coast – Australia's Holiday Playground!!! Joining your tour late afternoon, we check in before exploring the restaurants and nightlife which is pumping every night of the week - you are free to explore them this evening!! Take a short walk to Cavill and Orchid Avenues where you can try some different pubs and clubs.
Paradise Resort
DAY 2: Gold Coast to Fraser Island

A short drive this morning to Queensland's capital city, Brisbane. We will make a stop at Kangaroo Point Cliffs Lookout for the best view of this river city, then crossing the Brisbane River via the Story Bridge we take some time out in the city centre. Heading further north along the Bruce Highway we pass the world famous Glasshouse Mountains, the old gold mining town of Gympie and the heritage township of Maryborough before arriving at Hervey Bay. Here we board our ferry to cross the Great Sandy Straight, bound for Fraser Island.
Kingfisher Bay Wilderness Lodge - Share Facilities
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DAY 3: Fraser Island

Fraser Island – Great Sandy National Park is World Heritage Listed and is the world's largest sand island. It was home to the Badtjala Aboriginal people for some 5000 years and was known as ”K'gari”. This special place supports an extraordinarily diverse rainforest, wildflower heath, mangroves, birds and a large population of dingoes. The island has dunes that reach 240 metres in height and about 40 dune lakes – half the number in the world. A great way to see this magnificent national park is on an optional 4-wheel drive tour* along the unspoilt surf beaches and to pristine inland freshwater lakes that are ideal for swimming. At the end of the day, why not enjoy a cocktail at the jetty bar, while watching the sun set over the bay.
Kingfisher Bay Wilderness Lodge - Share Facilities
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DAY 4: Fraser Island to Rockhampton

This morning we say our last goodbyes to Fraser Island, board our ferry and return to the mainland. Continuing our journey northwards through sugar cane country, we make a stop for lunch then arrive into the beef capital of Queensland - Rockhampton (Rocky). This major regional town is situated on the banks of the Fitzroy River and lies on the Tropic of Capricorn. Tonight we explore the local “Rocky” nightlife – if we're lucky we'll check out a real life Rodeo! Giddy up!!! Hope you've packed your Akubra!
Sundowner Rockhampton
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DAY 5: Rockhampton to Whitsundays

It's a big day today as we head off for the gorgeous Whitsundays where you're in for a real treat. If there's a heaven on earth, it's definitely in the Whitsundays so prepare to enjoy! And the best way to experience this gorgeous region is onboard a boat – your home for the next 2 nights! You'll be watching the sunset over the water tonight from the heart of paradise. For any landlubbers, there is an option to stay in Airlie Beach* - meals and itinerary vary - please contact Connections for further information.
Tall Ship Sailing - Multi Share Bunks
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DAY 6: Whitsundays

Wake up in one of the many sheltered coves that make up the Whitsundays. You'll set sail for golden sandy beaches, snorkel over island coral reefs and soak up the sun in this tropical wonderland. A visit to the famous Whitehaven Beach and Blue Pearl Bay will also hopefully be an option – depending on the weather. For the budding sailors, help set the sails and have a turn on the helm as we explore the islands. By night you'll star gaze the Milky Way and forget about your life back home. You're in heaven!
Tall Ship Sailing - Multi Share Bunks
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DAY 7: Whitsundays to Airlie Beach

This morning we set sail again for another idyllic location before sadly returning to the mainland and the resort town of Airlie Beach. Here our Landlubber Friends will rejoin us and we'll get to experience a night out in “Airlie” – famous for it's laid back lifestyle, colourful characters and toad racing!!
Club Crocodile Resort Airlie Beach
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DAY 8: Airlie Beach to Undara

It's a big day today as we leave the sand behind us and head for the outback and Savannah country! We'll have an early start from Airlie Beach and make our way north through the small town of Bowen (home of the new Baz Luhrman Movie, Australia) and onto Townsville for a quick lunch break. Then it's back on the road, heading inland over the Great Dividing range to the Great Inland Way and north to our outback experience like nothing you've seen before! Undara is famous throughout the world for Lava Tubes – plus it's unique outback style accommodation, gorgeous bush setting and abundance of native wildlife. As the sunsets you'll get to experience a Wildlife at Sunset Tour with your Savannah Guide**. This will be a highlight of your 11 days!
Undara Outback Experience - Swag Tents Share Facilities
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DAY 9: Undara to Cairns

This morning you have a few options – take one of the Lava Tube Tours* and learn more about this intriguing natural formation, check out the many nearby bush walks or simply chill out in the pool. Breathe in the fresh air and enjoy the local hospitality before we make our way back to the coast, and the North Queensland city of Cairns.
Hides Resort
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DAY 10: Cairns

Today you also have the option to discover the world's largest coral reef, the Great Barrier Reef, aboard a maxi-catamaran*. Tonight after your day touring, you'll have meet the local Tjapukai people and see how they showcase their culture. In an evening tailor-made especially for Connections Adventures, you will be taken on a journey that commences with the effects of European settlement on the Tjapukai people in the History Theatre. You will then be joined by a member of the Tjapukai dance troupe as they engage you in a discussion on the evening's highlight event– Tjapukai by Night.
Hides Resort
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DAY 11: Cairns

Today we head off to explore the tropical rainforest and Kuranda via the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. You'll arrive in Kuranda where you can explore the local arts and crafts of this rainforest village. This is a pretty spectacular way to spend another amazing day. Sadly, it's then time to head back into Cairns where we will bid our travelling companions farewell as our tour reaches its completion in this tropical location.

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