OZ Experience Bruce Pass, Sydney To Cairns Essential Info
The Oz Expereince Cobber Pass covers
- Sydney to Cairns
- Melbourne to Cairns
- Adelaide to Cairns
OZ Experience Bruce Pass to Cairns, Australia Hop on, hop off, rush or take it easy. It is up to you. It lasts 6 months and it will take you to heaven and back (well actually no, Cairns or Sydney, one way, but that is good enough). With out a doubt the most popular backpacker bus ticket in Oz. Buy it before you go and you save money. Fact. Buy it with us, and you get EVEN more.
We have a price beater in effect, if you find it cheaper we will beat the price and give you a night in a hostel in Sydney or Cairns on us.
Buying your OZ Expereince Pass through Xtreme Gap saves you loads of money. See for yourself on their website.
Not only this Xtreme Gap will give you:
- 20% off a Mad Card (great discount card to accompany the OZex with $2000 of discounts included)
- 5% discount on a range of Australia gap year programmes.
Accommodation The tour is including some accommodation, check the section 'included' below.
Getting ThereThe programme starts in Sydney. If you would like assistance with your flights, we can assist with sourcing the best value flight options, just indicate on your booking form.
When To GoIt is always a good time to come to Australia, it is summer from September to February, but in winter from March to August the waves are better.
Why Xtreme Gap?
We have a price beater in effect, if you find it cheaper we will beat the price and give you a night in a hostel in Sydney or Cairns on us.
Buying your OZ Expereince Pass through Xtreme Gap Year saves you loads of money. See for yourself on their website. Not only this we will give you:
- 20% off a Mad Card (great discount card to accompany the OZex with $2000 of discounts included)
- 5% discount on a range of gap year programmes in Australia too!
Price and Dates
- From Sydney 262 plus local payment AUD 90
- From Melbourne 424 plus local payment AUD $212.50
- Remember - if you find a cheap Oz experience Pass cheaper tell us and we will beat the price!
Included
- Payment to Kroombit Cattle Station, Includes: 1 night Bunkhouse dorm accommodation, 2 course bush dinner and breakfast
- Payment to Surf Camp includes: 1 night multi-share accommodation, some meals
- Surf lesson at surf camp
- Aboriginal cultural appreciation at Rainbow Beach
- Outback life at Kroombit Cattle Station
- Barefoot bowling in Outback Queensland
Excluded
- All flights
- Visas
- Accommodation
- Spending money
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ITINERARY:
Start: Sydney or Melbourne. Finish Cairns.
Sydney to Spot-X Surf Camp (zz)
East Coast, here we come! Our overnight stop tonight is Spot-X which is located at
Spot-X; secret surfer talk for a mystery surfing spot. On the way we visit the Port Macquarie Koala Hospital: this a charitable organisation dedicated to saving our precious Koala Bears. After a coastal lunch stop we arrive at Surf Camp late afternoon. If youre thinking about a longer stay at Surf Camp let your driver know so he can book you in. We recommend you do. Its a great beach spot to chill.
Surf Camp to Byron Bay
Surfs-up this morning! Its time for your 3-hour surf lesson this is included in your ticket and all gear is supplied: wetsuits, surfboards, professional surf instructors, water, sunshine, and lots of fun. Surfing can be addictive so you may wish to stay and enjoy the tranquil and uncrowded Spot X surf beaches. For those continuing north to Byron Bay we leave around midday for the short drive to Byron.
Byron Bay to Gold Coast
Shortly after leaving Byron we cross the state border into sunny Queensland. Our first drop-off point is Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast: golden sands, theme parks, and great bars and clubs. Its a lot of high-rise buildings, but its a lot of fun. Try it out for a couple of days yourself and see
Gold Coast to Brisbane (zz)
WARNING! Drop Zone Location!
We roll into Brisbane in the early evening. Brisbanes the capital of Queensland. Its a laid back city, and a great place to stop and look for work
Brisbane to Noosa
Brisbane disappears behind us as we head north to the sunny Sunshine Coast. We pass the Glasshouse Mountains, the name of which will be fully explained by your guide, before arriving in Noosa to drop-off and pick-up more Oz Experience beachgoers. On the way we take a break at Wildhorse Mountain National Park for a walk and panoramic views of the Sunshine Coast area. Crikey! Anyone want to visit Australia Zoo? We can drop you off here. Just make sure you have booked your return Australia Zoo free shuttle bus to Noosa.
Noosa to Rainbow Beach (zz)
Rainbow Beach is the shortcut to Fraser Island so the best place to start your guided or self-drive four wheel drive island adventure. We think the really cool thing about Rainbow is that once your back from Fraser Island theres so much else to
do. Rainbows got beaches, great natural attractions like the Carlo Sand Blow and the coloured cliffs, and even dolphin feeding. When we arrive at Rainbow well go on an exclusive Oz Experience cultural walk around the local area.
Rainbow Beach to Hervey Bay
Its an early start today for those going on the cruise to feed the wild dolphins; or those going for a few days four-wheel-driving on Fraser Island. For those continuing their journey north, we board the bus to Hervey Bay for hostel drop-offs and pickups.
Hervey Bay to Childers and Bundaberg
If its cash you need then the fruit-picking towns of Bundaberg or Childers may be your next stop. Its hard work, but money doesnt grow on trees.
Bundaberg to Town of 1770 (zz)
If by now youre feeling a little tired and in need of a holiday within your holiday then Town of 1770 is the place to stop. 1770 is special: the activities dont cost much, the beaches are great, the people are friendly, and its that ideal place to chill out and recharge your batteries before heading to Far North Queensland. We recommend a few days. There are great beaches and activities on offer
Town of 1770 to Kroombit (zz)
Leaving 1770 we travel west to coal and cattle country; its also goat country. From the sea and sand we head to the dust and dirt of Lochenbar Cattle Station. Its not far to Kroombit and we arrive just before lunch. We then enjoy the original and world famous (in Kroombit) Goat Rodeo. Another great option is the goat muster on horseback (own expense).
Dont go to bed before cracking a whip and having a ride on the mechanical bull! Kroombit is a great taste of life in the Australian outback.
Kroombit to Sarina
We head back towards the ocean today, to the sailing paradise known as the Whitsunday Islands. Along the way we stop for a game of barefoot lawn bowls at the Sarina Lawn Bowling Club. Your guide will show you how its done!
Sarina to Airlie Beach (zz)
There are a few more miles to cover before our evening arrival into Airlie Beach. For the next 2-3 days most of you will say goodbye Oz Bus and hello sunshine and sailing boats
a highlight of the east coast trip. One we hope you remember after the traditional end-of-sailing party.
Airlie Beach to Townsville / Magnetic Island (zz)
Magnetic Island is the sunniest spot on the Queensland coast with more than 320 sunny days a year! Our chosen hostel Base Magnetic Island - is right on the beach. Youll think youve landed in paradise. Townsville is the gateway to Magnetic Island. Theres an additional ferry cost or you can buy a base STEAL DEAL package from your guide that includes the ferry. On the island you can chill by the pool or in the ocean, get out for some hikes or try and spot koalas in their natural habitat. Look out for the full-moon parties at base backpackers they are mega-popular. On the way to Magnetic Island we travel via Bowen, which is a great place to stop and earn some money picking fruit or vegetables.
Magnetic Island / Townsville to Mission Beach
WARNING! Drop Zone Location!
As we leave Townsville the mountains grow higher and the forests greener as we approach the lush rainforests of Far North Queensland. We drive into Mission Beach for pickups and dropoffs. Mission is one great place to stay over for a few days. The beaches are superb. Relax or go skydiving or white water rafting (optional). If youre lucky youll see a Cassowary, these are seriously big rare birds with attitude to match.
Mission Beach to Cairns:
WARNING! Discounted Drop Zone Location!
An easy afternoon section completes your Oz Ex trip. But not before we stop in Innisfail to visit some seriously big bad crocodiles (optional). Get right up close to these remarkable reptiles. But not too close because we want you to get to Cairns fit and ready for some amazing experiences. This place is the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef one of the seven natural wonders of the world; and Cape Tribulation, the worlds oldest living rainforest. Dont forget to visit the legendary Woolshed and Rhino Bars while in Cairns
NOTE:
(zz) = compulsory overnight stop required
Recommended minimum trip time 20 days
Pass price does not include accommodation
Itinerary may vary due to seasonal & extreme weather conditions and national park requirements
Prices valid for passes purchased on or before 31st October 2009.
There is a local payment of Aus $90 |
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