Island SunTanner

DAY 1: SYDNEY TO BYRON BAY
We leave Sydney nice and early this morning as we want to see as much as we can! On this list is the town of Kempsey, birthplace of the 'Akubra Hat' - we'll also see the biggest banana in the world at Coff's Harbour! We'll end the day in the funky and beautiful town of Byron Bay where we get a chance to explore and watch a stunning sunset with our new friends!

DAY 2: BYRON BAY
Byron Bay is packed with things to do! Do as much or as little as you want.....Surf, sea kayak, dolphin watch or just soak up the sun! (B)

DAY 3: BYRON BAY TO GOLD COAST
Today we're off to 'The Sunshine State' of Queensland. On the way to the Gold Coast we'll stop at 'Natural Arch' with its amazing waterfall to take a few photos. This evening we can head out to the pubs and clubs on offer in Surfers Paradise! (B, D)

DAY 4: GOLD COAST
Today you have a whole day to have fun on the gold coast! There's the theme parks...Sea World, Movie World, Dreamworld, Wet N Wild.. There's Australia Zoo... There's the shops... There's the beach... Which will you chose?! (B)

DAY 5: GOLD COAST TO FRASER ISLAND
Today we head for the Capital of Queensland, Brisbane, for a look around and maybe a bit of shopping! Then we'll head past the ancient glass mountains and sail over to the stunning Fraser Island to our wilderness lodge where we're staying for the next 2 nights! (B, D)
 

DAY 6: FRASER ISLAND TO GREAT SANDY NATIONAL PARK
We'll visit the Great Sandy National Park today, it has been home to the Badtjala Aboriginal people for 5000 years! We'll experience ancient rainforest and sandunes upto 240m high! You can take an optional 4 - wheel tour to some pristine fresh water lakes, maybe for a swim?! Why not finish the day with a relaxing drink on the jetty. (B)

DAY 7: FRASER ISLAND TO ROCKHAMPTON
Today we say farewell to Fraser Island and head into sugarcane country. We're off to Australia's Beef capital, Rockhampton. Tonight why not dust off your Akubra hat and head into town and party with some cowboys and cowgirls at the rodeo! (B, D)
 

DAY 8: ROCKHAMPTON TO THE WHITSUNDAYS
Today we arrive in one of the most beautiful places on earch - The Whitsunday Islands. We'll be boarding out boat for the next two nights, where we can sail around and gaze in wonder at the beautiful beaches and the stars. (B, D) N.B. If sailing isnt your thing we have a land option available.

DAY 9: THE WHITSUNDAY ISLANDS
We'll wake up in a sheltered cove this morning, and today its time to find out what The Whitsundays has to offer under the waterline! Don a snorkle to exlpore the amazing reef life! (B, L, D)

DAY 10: THE WHITSUNDAYS TO AIRLIE BEACH
This morning we set sail again for another idyllic location before returning to the mainland and the busy resort town of Airlie Beach. Tonight we’ll get to experience a night out in “Airlie” with plenty of bars and clubs so you can dance the night away. (B)

DAY 11: AIRLIE BEACH TO CAIRNS
Today we'll stop off in Townsville and check out 'The Strand' - 2.5km of beaches, parks and cafes. Then we'll head up to colourful Cairns! Experience some night markets, some restaurants and lots and lots of bars! (B)
 

DAY 12: CAIRNS
Cairns is positioned inbetween reefs and rainforests, which gives you even more options on your free day here! You could try...skydiving, horse riding, bungee junping, quad biking, hot air ballooning or visit the amazing swimming lagoon on the sea front! (B)

DAY 13: CAIRNS AND OPTIONAL GREAT BARRIER REEF
Today you have the option to explore the famous Great Barrier Reef aboard our stunning Catamaran, play with the crazy colourful fish all day! Tonight we're going to meet the Tjapukai people at a spectacular evening of fire, music and dance, tailor made especially for Topdeck, finishing with an enormous buffet dinner! (B, D)

DAY 14: CAIRNS
We'll be visiting the Skyrail experience today, you'll see the ancient tropical rainforest from just above the canopy! We'll then be landing in a local village to experience the arts and culture of this area. A perfect end to our adventure and time to bid farewell to new friends. (B)

Exclusive to Topdeck

2 nights Byron Bay
Tjapukai Meet & Greet Dinner & Show in Cairns

What’s Included
13 Breakfasts (B), 1 Lunch (L), 6 Dinners (D)
7 Nights Hotel, 4 Nights Cabins, 2 Nights Liveaboard Sailing ship in the Whitsundays.
Return Ferry to Fraser Island
Springbrook National Park
Guided tour of Brisbane
Skyrail Forest Cableway Experience
Tjuapukai by night Dinner & Show

This amazing experience WAS R19, 612, NOW from only R16, 665