Australia: North Queensland Adventure with Sailing | 2025
2026
Tour Description:
The crystal clear waters and spotless sands of Queensland are calling our names! This sun-soaked adventure kicks things off in the paradise of Airlie Beach before an unforgettable expedition sailing along the Whitsundays on a converted racing yacht. And the paradise isles don't stop coming. Heading onto Magnetic Island, you'll get to meet some of the local koalas, before ending on a high in Cairns to get even closer to that wonder of the natural world: the Great Barrier Reef.
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Dates & Pricing
Saturday 19 Apr 25 — Sunday 27 Apr 25 | Starting at $1,910 | Get a Quote | |
Saturday 03 May 25 — Sunday 11 May 25 | Starting at $1,910 | Get a Quote | |
Saturday 31 May 25 — Sunday 08 Jun 25 | Starting at $1,910 | Get a Quote | |
Saturday 14 Jun 25 — Sunday 22 Jun 25 | Starting at $1,910 | Get a Quote | |
Saturday 28 Jun 25 — Sunday 06 Jul 25 | Starting at $1,910 | Get a Quote | |
Saturday 12 Jul 25 — Sunday 20 Jul 25 | Starting at $1,876 | Get a Quote | |
Saturday 26 Jul 25 — Sunday 03 Aug 25 | Starting at $1,876 | Get a Quote | |
Saturday 09 Aug 25 — Sunday 17 Aug 25 | Starting at $1,876 | Get a Quote | |
Saturday 23 Aug 25 — Sunday 31 Aug 25 | Starting at $1,876 | Get a Quote | |
Saturday 06 Sep 25 — Sunday 14 Sep 25 | Starting at $1,876 | Get a Quote | |
Saturday 20 Sep 25 — Sunday 28 Sep 25 | Starting at $1,876 | Get a Quote | |
Saturday 04 Oct 25 — Sunday 12 Oct 25 | Starting at $1,876 | Get a Quote | |
Saturday 18 Oct 25 — Sunday 26 Oct 25 | Starting at $1,876 | Get a Quote | |
Saturday 25 Oct 25 — Sunday 02 Nov 25 | Starting at $1,876 | Get a Quote | |
Saturday 08 Nov 25 — Sunday 16 Nov 25 | Starting at $1,876 | Get a Quote | |
Saturday 22 Nov 25 — Sunday 30 Nov 25 | Starting at $1,944 | Get a Quote | |
Saturday 06 Dec 25 — Sunday 14 Dec 25 | Starting at $1,944 | Get a Quote | |
Saturday 13 Dec 25 — Sunday 21 Dec 25 | Starting at $1,944 | Get a Quote | |
Saturday 20 Dec 25 — Sunday 28 Dec 25 | Starting at $1,944 | Get a Quote | |
Tuesday 30 Dec 25 — Wednesday 07 Jan 26 | Starting at $1,944 | Get a Quote | |
Tuesday 06 Jan 26 — Wednesday 14 Jan 26 | Starting at $1,944 | Get a Quote | |
Saturday 17 Jan 26 — Sunday 25 Jan 26 | Starting at $1,944 | Get a Quote | |
Saturday 24 Jan 26 — Sunday 01 Feb 26 | Starting at $1,944 | Get a Quote | |
Saturday 07 Feb 26 — Sunday 15 Feb 26 | Starting at $1,944 | Get a Quote | |
Saturday 14 Feb 26 — Sunday 22 Feb 26 | Starting at $1,944 | Get a Quote | |
Saturday 21 Feb 26 — Sunday 01 Mar 26 | Starting at $1,944 | Get a Quote | |
Saturday 07 Mar 26 — Sunday 15 Mar 26 | Starting at $1,944 | Get a Quote | |
Saturday 14 Mar 26 — Sunday 22 Mar 26 | Starting at $1,944 | Get a Quote | |
Saturday 28 Mar 26 — Sunday 05 Apr 26 | Starting at $1,944 | Get a Quote | |
Saturday 04 Apr 26 — Sunday 12 Apr 26 | Starting at $1,944 | Get a Quote |
Destination & Sightseeing
4 Lunch (L)
4 Dinner (D)
6 Breakfast (B)
FAQs
Sydney: Why does the itinerary use dual-names for locations (ie. Warrane/Sydney)? Contiki acknowledges the Traditional and Torres Strait Island owners of the land, sea and waters of the spectacular Australian continent. Dual-naming reflects that, as we explore this remarkable land, we recognise and respect Indigenous custodianship of a unique, ancient culture and country.
Gimuy (Cairns): Can I catch a flight the next day after diving at the Great Barrier Reef? It’s best to wait at least 24 hours after your last dive before flying.
Yunbenun (Magnetic Island): Can I get a single or twin room upgrade in Magnetic Island? During your 2-night stay in Magnetic Island, you’ll stay in multi-share rooms with the same sex even (if you’ve booked single or twin room for the trip duration). But if you’d like some privacy, you can request a paid upgrade to a single or twin room, but the confirmation would depend on availability.Please note that this is a modular trip. That means you’ll be joining a trip that started 1 week earlier – if you wish to do the full version, please refer to the Ultimate Australia trip.
Airlie Beach: What is the sailing boat like in the Whitsundays? Pretty darn epic, if you ask us. It’s a converted racing yacht that sleeps up to 20 people with all the basic amenities. It’s snazzy – perfect if you’re all about fun adventures out on the sea.
Included Experience
Whitsunday Islands: Float around the reefs, marvel at rainbow-coloured fish, then chill out on deck (and secretly hope no one brought a ukulele).
Whitsunday Islands: Seeing Whitehaven Beach is like seeing a little piece of heaven. With 15 of your new best friends! #lifegoals
Whitsunday Islands: Step aboard a converted racing yacht – where your friendly captain trusts you enough to let you try steering it.
Whitsunday Islands: The Great Barrier Reef is home to nearly 9,000 species of sea creatures. This means it’ll impress even the saltiest ‘sea dogs’.
Townsville: Catch a boat from the mainland to Magnetic Island.
Magnetic Island: Pack some comfy shoes and climb up to Hawking's Point for sundown. Yoga poses for Insta: optional.
Magnetic Island: Go koala-spotting, see WWII fortifications, or just have a beer in the sun. There’s something for everyone on this trail.
Magnetic Island: Mingle with Magnetic Island's resident Rock Wallabies at dusk. Just watch these cheeky little guys don’t steal your wallet!
Magnetic Island: Catch a boat from Magnetic Island to the mainland. Wave goodbye to your new BFF Reggie the Koala and promise you’ll write.
Townsville: Things heat up as the landscape gets even more tropical. Soak up the scenery on this train trip from Townsville to Cairns.
Daintree Rainforest: Check out the oldest rainforest in the world, home to frogs, butterflies, bats and more.
Make Travel Matter®
Cairns: Eat like a local with this chef-guided bush food tutorial and dinner (thankfully, not a witchetty grub in sight!)
Daintree Rainforest: Tour the world’s oldest rainforest with an expert. Sir David Attenborough called Daintree: ‘the most extraordinary place on earth’.
Daintree Rainforest: Learn how ancient ‘Dreamtime’ stories were shared through art. Then unleash your inner Banksy and create a masterpiece at the Janbal Gallery.