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Oz Adventure, 10 Days Sydney to Brisbane

The classic first week (and a bit) in Australia, Sydney's harbour and Bondi, learning to surf in Byron Bay, jet boating on the Gold Coast and landing in Brisbane with a crew of mates and your working-holiday admin sortable on the side.

⭑ 4.9 575 Trustpilot reviews 📍 East Coast Australia ⏱ 10 days · 9 nights · Sydney → Brisbane 👥 Group tour with leader 🔥 Chill 🎂 Ages 18 to 45

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Trip highlights

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Sydney harbour + Bondi-to-Coogee walk & BBQ

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Learn to surf in Byron Bay

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Cape Byron lighthouse sunrise

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Jet boating on the Gold Coast

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Surfers Paradise nights out

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Optional INTRO Jobs working-holiday add-on

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Day-by-day itinerary

Route map for Oz Adventure, 10 Days Sydney to Brisbane, day-by-day itinerary
Your route, day by day
1 Day 1 · Arrive in Sydney

Arrive in Sydney and meet your group and INTRO leader, settle in before your first night out together as the adventure begins.

2 Day 2 · City orientation

We'll kick things off in one of our all-time favourite cities, Sydney. Think iconic sights, fascinating history, and local culture brought to life. Then tonight? We dive straight into Sydney's buzzing nightlife and see what all the hype's about.

3 Day 3 · Bondi Beach & BBQ

Today it's off to world-famous Bondi Beach. Swim in the ocean, stretch out on the sand, or top up that tan. Then we tackle the iconic Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk, all ocean views and salty air. Afterwards, it's an Aussie BBQ by the beach and good vibes all round. We'll also arm you with all the travel tips you need for Australia and beyond. Then tonight, we're onto our overnight bus bound for Byron Bay.

4 Day 4 · Byron Bay

Spend the day soaking up the laid-back charm of Byron Bay. Explore the surf beaches, wander the town, and settle into that easy coastal rhythm. Then tonight, we head out and see where Byron's nightlife takes us.

5 Day 5 · Surf's up!

Start the day with a chilled-out yoga session to stretch it all out, then it's surf's up with some real surfer dudes. Salt, smiles and savasana. The full Byron Bay experience.

6 Day 6 · Lighthouse sunrise

We're up early for sunrise at the iconic Cape Byron Lighthouse. Golden skies, ocean views, and that quiet magic before the day kicks off. Then it's time to soak up our final moments in Byron and enjoy every last second.

7 Day 7 · Surfers Paradise

Today we roll into Surfers Paradise! Wander the city and hit the nightlife before soaking up the sun tomorrow.

8 Day 8 · Jet boating

Reconnect with nature and feel the rush on an exhilarating jet boat ride along Surfers Paradise's iconic coastline - views, speed, and sea spray all included.

9 Day 9 · Big cities and sunsets

A full day on the itinerary, your INTRO leader shares the detail and the best local options on the day.

10 Day 10 · Checkout & onward travel

Your epic 10 day adventure comes to an end this morning. If you need help with onward travel in Oz we are here to help for the rest of your time in Australia.

What's in the box

✓ What's included

  • 9 nights accommodation
  • 5 meals
  • Awesome group leader
  • Sydney city tour
  • Bondi to Coogee walk & BBQ by the beach
  • Surf lesson
  • Byron Bay surf board hire
  • Yoga class
  • Cape Byron lighthouse walk
  • Jet boating
  • Brisbane city tour
  • All transportation costs

✕ Not included

  • ✕Flights
  • ✕Travel insurance
  • ✕Most meals
  • ✕Personal spending

Accommodation

Curated stays along the route, a mix of characterful hotels, traditional lodgings and social hostels, all with the essentials sorted.

Sydney hostel, accommodation on Oz Adventure, 10 Days Sydney to Brisbane

Sydney hostel

2 nights in a popular hostel in Surry Hills. Multi-share rooms with shared bathrooms, Wi-Fi, laundry, kitchen & cinema.

Byron Bay hostel, accommodation on Oz Adventure, 10 Days Sydney to Brisbane

Byron Bay hostel

3 nights in a trendy hostel across from the beach. Multi-share rooms with shared bathrooms, Wi-Fi, air con, laundry & swimming pool.

Surfers Paradise hostel, accommodation on Oz Adventure, 10 Days Sydney to Brisbane

Surfers Paradise hostel

2 nights in the heart of the Gold Coast! Multi-share rooms with ensuite, Wi-Fi, air con, laundry & swimming pool.

Rooming is typically same-gender multi-share unless a private/twin upgrade is noted, ask us if you'd like a private room.

Common questions about this trip

  • Can this help me start my working holiday?
    Yes, INTRO's optional Jobs add-on sets up your bank account, TFN and SIM, with lifetime job support. Add it at checkout and land with your admin done.

  • What happens after Brisbane?
    Most of the crew keeps going, the 20-day East Coast Adventure picks up where this ends (K'gari, Whitsundays, Cairns). Ask us about combining them.

  • What's the cancellation policy?
    Cancellation terms for this trip are set by INTRO Travel, the operator, and are confirmed on your booking voucher. Refunds mirror the operator's policy, if they can refund, so can we. Wanderlust handles the refund for you, refunds mirror the operator's terms 1:1 and we chase it on your behalf; if the operator cancels, you're fully refunded. Message us for the exact day-by-day terms before you book.

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What travellers say

Reviews from real travellers

Verified reviews of the vetted operator who runs this tour on the ground.

The operator's track record

4.9 on Google · 5 on Tripadvisor · 15,000+ five-star reviews · 20+ years operating
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"I had an amazing time on my 10 day trip through Australia! My tour guide Tom was amazing throughout the trip showing excellent knowledge of culture and heritage about all areas we visited, creating a positive atmosphere and encouraging us to make the most of our trip. …"
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Ailish Kenny

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"I completed the Oz 28 day East Coast tour and had the best time. Highly recommend!"
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Christi Morrison

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"Just finished the Oz East Coast 21 day trip and it was the best 3 weeks! Every part of the trip was exciting with so much to do. Highlights definitely G’Kari and Whitsundays. Great group of people and friends for life. Jess was the BEST group tour leader and made sure we all had an amazing time. …"
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Daniella MacDonald

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"Just finished the Oz Intro Australia tour and had an unreal time. All the activities were incredibly fun and well organised by our group leader Amber-Rose, who had such a great personality and really made the whole group gel from day one. …"
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Kevan Meow

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"My 13-day Intro Travel trip to Costa Rica was an unforgettable experience and the perfect introduction to this incredible country. As it was my first time visiting Costa Rica, I wasn't sure what to expect, but it exceeded all of my expectations. …"
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Eve Trivett

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"My partner and I had an amazing time on our Intro “Costa Rica Adventure”—easily a 5-star experience! Everything was so well organised, from the activities to the transport, and it made exploring such a beautiful country completely stress-free and unforgettable. …"
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Fredrick Holland

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