Self-Launched Australia Adventure: Melbourne, Cairns & the East Coast to Sydney

Catch the SkyBus from Melbourne Airport to the CBD (~£15 one-way). Check into your hostel in the CBD — try Bounce Hostel or Space Hotel, both central and well-regarded. Head out for a self-organised welcome dinner on Lygon Street or in Chinatown. Grab a free tram ride (the City Circle tram is free within the CBD) to get your bearings.

🚌SkyBus Airport Express: Melbourne Airport to CBD, ~£15. Free City Circle tram within the CBD.

🛏Bounce Hostel Melbourne or Space Hotel — dorm bed ~£22–28/night

• →Arrive and check in to CBD hostel
• →Free City Circle tram orientation ride
• →Self-organised welcome dinner on Lygon Street or Chinatown

Spend the day exploring Melbourne on foot — entirely self-guided and free. Start at Hosier Lane for the world-famous street art, then walk to Flinders Street Station for photos. Head to Queen Victoria Market for breakfast and browsing. Afternoon: explore the Royal Arcade, Degraves Street espresso culture and the State Library. Melbourne is extremely walkable and most sights are free.

🚌On foot or free CBD tram.

🛏Bounce Hostel Melbourne or Space Hotel — dorm bed ~£22–28/night

• →Hosier Lane street art (free)
• →Queen Victoria Market breakfast and browse (~£5–8)
• →Flinders Street Station exterior and surrounds (free)
• →Degraves Street café culture
• →State Library of Victoria (free)

Book a shared day-tour from Melbourne to the Great Ocean Road — this is the most cost-effective self-guided option as driving/hiring a car is pricier solo. Operators like Bunyip Tours or Gray Line run full-day shared tours (~£55–70) covering the Memorial Arch, Loch Ard Gorge and the Twelve Apostles. Book directly on their websites or via GetYourGuide. Return to Melbourne in the evening.

🚌Shared day-tour coach from Melbourne CBD, included in tour price (~£55–70 return).

🛏Bounce Hostel Melbourne or Space Hotel — dorm bed ~£22–28/night

• →Great Ocean Road shared day tour (~£55–70 via GetYourGuide or direct)
• →Memorial Arch
• →Loch Ard Gorge
• →Twelve Apostles viewpoint at sunset

A free day to explore at your own pace. Visit the Royal Botanic Gardens (free entry), explore the Fitzroy neighbourhood for brunch, or take an optional self-booked trip to Phillip Island for the Penguin Parade (~£50–60 return including entry, book via Klook or direct at penguins.org.au). Alternatively, explore the NGV (National Gallery of Victoria) for free on the permanent collection.

🚌Free tram within CBD; Phillip Island shuttle bus if opted (~£20 return transport).

🛏Bounce Hostel Melbourne or Space Hotel — dorm bed ~£22–28/night

• →Royal Botanic Gardens (free)
• →Fitzroy/Collingwood neighbourhood brunch
• →Optional: Phillip Island Penguin Parade (~£50–60 self-booked via Klook)
• →NGV National Gallery of Victoria (permanent collection free)

Book your own internal flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS). Jetstar and Virgin Australia regularly offer this route from ~£60–110 if booked in advance (check Google Flights and set a price alert). Allow time to get to the airport — take SkyBus (~£15) or an early tram/train to Southern Cross Station then bus. Check in to your Cairns hostel and explore the Esplanade Lagoon (free public swimming pool) in the evening.

🚌SkyBus to Melbourne Airport ~£15. Internal flight MEL→CNS ~£60–110. Cairns Airport to CBD by shuttle ~£10.

🛏Cairns Central YHA or Gilligan's Backpackers — dorm bed ~£20–26/night

• →Fly Melbourne to Cairns (~£60–110 booked independently via Jetstar/Virgin Australia)
• →Cairns Esplanade Lagoon swim (free)
• →Explore Cairns Night Markets

Cairns is very walkable — spend the day exploring on foot. Stroll the Esplanade boardwalk, visit the free Muddy's Playground area and the Esplanade Lagoon for a swim. Head into the Cairns Central shopping centre or the Night Markets. The Cairns Regional Gallery has affordable entry. In the evening, book your Great Barrier Reef trip for tomorrow at one of the many dive shops on the Esplanade — Passions of Paradise or Reef Magic are well-regarded (~£80–100 for snorkelling day trip).

🚌On foot within Cairns CBD.

🛏Cairns Central YHA or Gilligan's Backpackers — dorm bed ~£20–26/night

• →Cairns Esplanade boardwalk walk (free)
• →Esplanade Lagoon swim (free)
• →Cairns Night Markets browse
• →Book Great Barrier Reef snorkelling trip for Day 7 directly (~£80–100)

Take your pre-booked Great Barrier Reef snorkelling and sailing day trip. Operators like Passions of Paradise, Reef Magic or Silverswift depart from Cairns Marina — book directly or via GetYourGuide/Klook (~£80–100 including snorkel gear). Note: the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Environmental Management Charge (reef levy, ~£40/~AUD $80) is usually added separately — factor this in. Wetsuits and snorkel gear are included. Return to Cairns in the late afternoon.

🚌Boat departs Cairns Marina — transfers usually included from CBD hostels, confirm when booking.

🛏Cairns Central YHA or Gilligan's Backpackers — dorm bed ~£20–26/night

• →Great Barrier Reef snorkelling day trip (~£80–100 direct or via GetYourGuide)
• →Reef levy/environmental charge ~£40 (approx AUD $80, paid separately)
• →Snorkelling at outer reef sites
• →Optional introductory scuba dive (~£40–50 extra)

Choose your own adventure today. Option A: Ferry to Fitzroy Island (~£35 return via Fitzroy Island Ferry, book direct) for snorkelling, hiking and beach time. Option B: Book a shared Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation day tour (~£70–90 via GetYourGuide or direct with local operators like Back Country Bliss). Both are iconic Queensland experiences. Return to Cairns and prepare to travel to Magnetic Island tomorrow.

🚌Fitzroy Island Ferry from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal ~£35 return. OR shared day-tour coach for Daintree ~£70–90.

🛏Cairns Central YHA or Gilligan's Backpackers — dorm bed ~£20–26/night

• →Option A: Fitzroy Island day trip (~£35 return ferry, book direct)
• →Option B: Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation shared day tour (~£70–90 via GetYourGuide)
• →Cairns Esplanade evening stroll

Take the Greyhound Australia coach from Cairns to Townsville (~£30–40, book at greyhound.com.au). Journey time is approximately 3.5–4 hours. From Townsville, catch the Sealink Magnetic Island ferry (~£10–12 return) across to Magnetic Island. Check in to your hostel — Base Backpackers Magnetic Island is the classic choice and extremely social. Grab a sunset beer on the beach.

🚌Greyhound Australia: Cairns → Townsville ~£30–40 (book at greyhound.com.au). Sealink Magnetic Island Ferry: Townsville → Nelly Bay ~£10–12 return.

🛏Base Backpackers Magnetic Island — dorm bed ~£20–25/night

• →Greyhound coach Cairns to Townsville (~£30–40)
• →Sealink ferry Townsville to Magnetic Island (~£10–12 return)
• →Check in and sunset at Picnic Bay or Horseshoe Bay

Magnetic Island is perfect for self-guided exploration. Hire a 'Moke' electric beach buggy (~£55–65/day for a 2-seater, split with fellow hostel travellers) to get around the island. Drive up to the Forts Walk trailhead (30-minute hike to WWII fortifications with stunning views) and keep your eyes peeled for wild koalas in the trees — they're frequently spotted here. Head to Horseshoe Bay for swimming and kayaking. The island is small enough to see in a day.

🚌Moke hire on the island ~£55–65/day (split costs between hostel companions). Local bus also available ~£3/trip.

🛏Base Backpackers Magnetic Island — dorm bed ~£20–25/night

• →Hire Moke electric buggy (~£55–65/day, split with others)
• →Forts Walk — WWII fortifications and wild koala spotting (free trail)
• →Horseshoe Bay beach swim (free)
• →Optional: snorkelling or kayak hire at Horseshoe Bay (~£15–20)

Take the morning Sealink ferry back to Townsville, then board a Greyhound coach south to Airlie Beach (~£30–40, approximately 3 hours). Check in to your hostel — Magnums Backpackers or Airlie Beach YHA are centrally located. Explore the Airlie Beach lagoon (free public pool) and the main strip in the evening. This is also the time to finalise or confirm your Whitsundays sailing trip for tomorrow.

🚌Sealink Ferry: Nelly Bay → Townsville ~£6. Greyhound: Townsville → Airlie Beach ~£30–40.

🛏Magnums Backpackers or Airlie Beach YHA — dorm bed ~£20–26/night

• →Sealink ferry Magnetic Island to Townsville (~£6 one-way)
• →Greyhound coach Townsville to Airlie Beach (~£30–40)
• →Airlie Beach Lagoon swim (free)
• →Confirm Whitsundays sailing trip

Embark on your pre-booked Whitsundays sailing cruise — this is a highlight of any East Coast trip. Book a 2-night/3-day sailing trip (covering Days 12–13) directly with operators like Derwent Hunter, Broomstick or via Airlie Beach tour desks/GetYourGuide (~£180–240 per person for 2 nights all-inclusive on the boat). The cruise visits Hill Inlet Lookout (the iconic swirling sand and turquoise water viewpoint) and Whitehaven Beach, rated one of the world's best beaches. Meals and snorkelling gear are typically included.

🚌Boat departs and returns to Airlie Beach Marina — included in sailing package.

🛏Overnight on sailing vessel (included in cruise price ~£180–240)

• →2-night Whitsundays sailing cruise (~£180–240 including meals and snorkel gear)
• →Hill Inlet Lookout hike — iconic swirling sand view
• →Whitehaven Beach — 7km of silica sand
• →Snorkelling at fringing reefs

The second day of your Whitsundays sailing cruise — more snorkelling at reef sites, relaxing on deck and taking in the Coral Sea scenery. The boat typically returns to Airlie Beach Marina in the late afternoon. Check back into your hostel, shower, and enjoy a well-earned meal out on the Airlie Beach strip.

🚌Boat returns to Airlie Beach Marina (included in sailing package).

🛏Magnums Backpackers or Airlie Beach YHA — dorm bed ~£20–26/night

• →Continued Whitsundays sailing — reef snorkelling
• →Relaxing on deck
• →Return to Airlie Beach Marina afternoon
• →Dinner on Airlie Beach main strip (~£12–18)

A rest and recovery day in Airlie Beach. Spend time at the free Airlie Beach Lagoon, explore the foreshore market (if it's a Saturday), or book an optional activity such as a scenic helicopter flight over the Whitsundays or a stand-up paddleboarding lesson. Stroll out to Cannonvale for a quieter beach experience. Great foodie day — try the local fish and chips.

🚌On foot around Airlie Beach.

🛏Magnums Backpackers or Airlie Beach YHA — dorm bed ~£20–26/night

• →Airlie Beach Lagoon swim (free)
• →Foreshore Market browse (Saturdays)
• →Optional: Scenic Whitsundays helicopter flight (~£90–130 via GetYourGuide)
• →Cannonvale Beach walk (free)
• →Fish and chips on the foreshore (~£10–14)

Take the Greyhound coach from Airlie Beach south to Mackay (~£20–28, approximately 1.5 hours). Drop bags at your accommodation and explore Mackay. Walk the Bluewater Trail along the foreshore — a scenic coastal path that's completely free. Head to Harbour Beach in the late afternoon to catch the famous sunset over the Pioneer River estuary. Mackay is underrated — enjoy a relaxed evening.

🚌Greyhound Australia: Airlie Beach → Mackay ~£20–28 (greyhound.com.au).

🛏Gecko's Rest Backpackers Mackay or similar — dorm bed ~£18–24/night

• →Greyhound Airlie Beach to Mackay (~£20–28)
• →Bluewater Trail coastal walk (free)
• →Harbour Beach sunset (free)
• →Explore Mackay CBD and grab dinner

Set your alarm early — this is one of Queensland's most magical experiences. Cape Hillsborough National Park is about 50km north of Mackay. The most budget-friendly option is to hire a car for the day (~£35–45) or book a shared transfer via a local Mackay tour operator. Arrive at the beach before dawn (~5:30–6am) to witness wallabies and sometimes kangaroos coming down to feed on the beach at sunrise. It's completely free once you're there (no national park entry fee). Return to Mackay and continue south.

🚌Day hire car from Mackay ~£35–45 (e.g. Europcar/Budget Mackay), or ask your hostel about shared shuttles (~£20–30pp).

🛏Gecko's Rest Backpackers Mackay or similar — dorm bed ~£18–24/night

• →Cape Hillsborough National Park sunrise — wallabies on the beach (free entry)
• →Day hire car or shared shuttle from Mackay (~£35–45)
• →Cape Hillsborough beach walk
• →Return to Mackay for onward travel

Take the Greyhound coach south from Mackay, stopping at the Capricorn Coast region (Rockhampton or Yeppoon) for a few hours to explore before boarding an overnight Greyhound service to Noosa (~£50–65 total for the day/overnight journey). Pack snacks, an eye mask and earplugs — overnight buses are a classic East Coast backpacker experience and save a night's accommodation cost.

🚌Greyhound Australia: Mackay → Noosa (with stops, overnight) ~£50–65 total. Book at greyhound.com.au.

🛏Overnight Greyhound bus (saves ~£20–26 on accommodation)

• →Greyhound coach Mackay to Rockhampton (~£25–35)
• →Explore Rockhampton or Yeppoon beach (~free)
• →Overnight Greyhound bus Rockhampton/Bundaberg to Noosa (~£30–40)

Arrive in Noosa in the morning — freshen up at your hostel (check-in may be afternoon, ask to store bags). Noosa Heads YHA or Halse Lodge are both excellent budget options within walking distance of Main Beach. Spend the day recovering and exploring — Noosa Main Beach is stunning and free, and Hastings Street has great café culture. Grab acai or a smoothie bowl for breakfast. Easy, relaxed day.

🚌Greyhound drops at Noosa Junction — local bus or walk to Noosa Heads (~£2–3 or 20 min walk).

🛏Noosa Heads YHA or Halse Lodge Noosa — dorm bed ~£22–28/night

• →Arrive Noosa, check in to hostel
• →Noosa Main Beach swim (free)
• →Hastings Street café and browse
• →Explore Noosa Heads foreshore walk (free)

Book a K'gari (Fraser Island) 4x4 day tour from Noosa or Hervey Bay. Most tours depart from Hervey Bay (take a Greyhound bus from Noosa ~£20–28, 2 hours). Full-day 4x4 tag-along tours with operators like Fraser Explorer Tours or Aussie Trax cost ~£85–110 per person and include the SS Maheno Shipwreck, 75 Mile Beach drive, Lake McKenzie freshwater swim, and rainforest walks. Book via GetYourGuide or direct. Return to Noosa or stay overnight in Hervey Bay.

🚌Greyhound: Noosa → Hervey Bay ~£20–28. K'gari barge/ferry included in most tour packages. Return to Noosa/Hervey Bay by evening.

🛏Noosa Heads YHA or Halse Lodge Noosa — dorm bed ~£22–28/night

• →Greyhound Noosa to Hervey Bay (~£20–28)
• →K'gari 4x4 day tour (~£85–110 via Fraser Explorer Tours/GetYourGuide)
• →75 Mile Beach and Eli Creek
• →SS Maheno Shipwreck
• →Lake McKenzie freshwater swim

Wake early for the Noosa National Park sunrise coastal walk — the trail from Noosa Heads to Tea Tree Bay and Dolphin Point is one of the best free walks in Queensland, with regular dolphin and koala sightings. The park is free to enter. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure — surf lessons on Main Beach (~£45 via local surf schools), kayaking in the Noosa Everglades, or simply beach hopping.

🚌On foot — Noosa National Park entrance is a 10-minute walk from Noosa Heads.

🛏Noosa Heads YHA or Halse Lodge Noosa — dorm bed ~£22–28/night

• →Noosa National Park sunrise coastal walk (free)
• →Koala and dolphin spotting on the trail (free)
• →Optional: surf lesson on Main Beach (~£45)
• →Lazy beach afternoon

Take the Greyhound or Sunbus from Noosa to Brisbane (~£18–25, approximately 2 hours). Check in to your Brisbane hostel — Brisbane City YHA or Bunk Brisbane are both excellent and central. Spend the afternoon at South Bank Parklands: Streets Beach (free artificial beach), the GOMA (Gallery of Modern Art, free), and the Boardwalk along the Brisbane River. Eat at South Bank's excellent food vendors for dinner.

🚌Greyhound Australia or Sunbus: Noosa → Brisbane Roma Street ~£18–25.

🛏Brisbane City YHA or Bunk Brisbane — dorm bed ~£22–28/night

• →Greyhound/Sunbus Noosa to Brisbane (~£18–25)
• →South Bank Parklands and Streets Beach (free)
• →GOMA Gallery of Modern Art (free permanent collection)
• →Brisbane River Boardwalk stroll (free)
• →Dinner at South Bank (~£12–18)

Explore Brisbane at your own pace. Take the free City Hop ferry along the Brisbane River, visit the Fortitude Valley for brunch and independent boutiques, explore the Roma Street Parkland (free) or take a CityCat ferry to New Farm Park. The Mt Coot-tha Lookout gives panoramic city views (bus ~£3 each way). Brisbane has a fantastic free/cheap culture scene.

🚌Free City Hop ferry within inner Brisbane. Local bus to Mt Coot-tha ~£3.

🛏Brisbane City YHA or Bunk Brisbane — dorm bed ~£22–28/night

• →Free City Hop ferry on the Brisbane River
• →Fortitude Valley brunch and browsing
• →Roma Street Parkland (free)
• →Mt Coot-tha Lookout (bus ~£3 each way)
• →Optional: Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary (~£22 via Klook)

Take the train from Brisbane Central to Landsborough (~£8–10 one-way, approximately 1.5 hours on the Sunshine Coast line). From Landsborough, Australia Zoo runs a shuttle bus to and from the zoo (~£5 return). Entry to Australia Zoo costs ~£35–42 — book online in advance at australiazoo.com.au for a small discount. The zoo is Steve Irwin's famous wildlife park and home to hundreds of Australian animals including crocodiles, wombats, Tasmanian devils and, of course, koalas. Return to Brisbane in the evening.

🚌Queensland Rail: Brisbane Central → Landsborough ~£8–10 each way. Australia Zoo shuttle: Landsborough → zoo ~£5 return.

🛏Brisbane City YHA or Bunk Brisbane — dorm bed ~£22–28/night

• →Train Brisbane Central to Landsborough (~£8–10 each way)
• →Australia Zoo shuttle bus (~£5 return)
• →Australia Zoo entry (~£35–42, book direct at australiazoo.com.au)
• →Crocodile shows, koala encounters, wombat feeding

Take the Greyhound coach from Brisbane to Byron Bay (~£22–30, approximately 2 hours). Byron Bay has fantastic hostel options — Arts Factory Lodge (unique and quirky) or Nomads Byron Bay are both well-loved by backpackers. Spend the afternoon exploring the town: the famous Byron Bay main beach, the eclectic shops and markets on Jonson Street, and the town's laid-back surfer vibe. Grab dinner at one of the many Byron Bay cafés.

🚌Greyhound Australia: Brisbane → Byron Bay ~£22–30 (greyhound.com.au).

🛏Arts Factory Lodge or Nomads Byron Bay — dorm bed ~£22–28/night

• →Greyhound Brisbane to Byron Bay (~£22–30)
• →Byron Bay Main Beach afternoon swim (free)
• →Explore Jonson Street and town centre (free)
• →Dinner at Byron Bay café (~£12–18)

Set your alarm for the Byron Bay Cape Byron Lighthouse sunrise hike — the 3.7km Cape Byron Walking Track is free and begins at the town beach car park. The lighthouse is the most easterly point of mainland Australia and the sunrise views are spectacular. Look out for dolphins and possibly humpback whales in season. In the morning/afternoon, book a yoga session — Byron Bay is Australia's yoga capital. Drop-in sessions are available at numerous studios on Jonson Street (~£12–18) or at the Arts Factory Lodge itself.

🚌On foot from town centre to Cape Byron Lighthouse trailhead (~15 min walk).

🛏Arts Factory Lodge or Nomads Byron Bay — dorm bed ~£22–28/night

• →Cape Byron Lighthouse sunrise hike — 3.7km loop (free)
• →Watch sunrise from Australia's most easterly point (free)
• →Dolphin/whale spotting from the lighthouse headland (free)
• →Drop-in yoga session, Jonson Street or Arts Factory (~£12–18)

Enjoy a full free day in Byron Bay. Options include: surf lessons at Byron Bay Surf School (~£45–55 via GetYourGuide), kayaking with dolphins (~£45 via local operators), a trip to nearby Nimbin (~£15 return shuttle) for its alternative community, or simply beach hopping between Belongil Beach, The Pass and Wategos Beach. Byron Bay's beaches and coastal walks are all free — this is a great slow-travel day.

🚌On foot or bicycle hire (~£15/day) around Byron Bay.

🛏Arts Factory Lodge or Nomads Byron Bay — dorm bed ~£22–28/night

• →Beach hopping — Belongil, The Pass, Wategos Beach (free)
• →Optional: surf lesson at Byron Bay Surf School (~£45–55 via GetYourGuide)
• →Optional: dolphin kayaking (~£45 via local operators)
• →Optional: Nimbin day trip (~£15 return shuttle)
• →Sunset at Main Beach (free)

Take the afternoon or evening Greyhound coach from Byron Bay to Sydney (~£40–55, approximately 11–12 hours overnight). Pack snacks, a neck pillow and entertainment. The overnight bus saves on accommodation for one night. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink runs a train/coach combination from Byron Bay to Sydney (~£35–45, book at transportnsw.info). Arrive in Sydney in the early morning.

🚌Greyhound Australia: Byron Bay → Sydney ~£40–55 (overnight, ~11–12hrs). OR NSW TrainLink coach/train ~£35–45. Book at greyhound.com.au or transportnsw.info.

🛏Overnight bus/train (saves one night's accommodation)

• →Greyhound or NSW TrainLink overnight coach/train Byron Bay to Sydney (~£40–55)
• →Arrive Sydney Central Station early morning

Arrive into Sydney Central Station and check in to your hostel — Sydney Harbour YHA (with Opera House views) or Wake Up! Sydney Central are both iconic choices. Leave bags if too early for check-in and head straight to Darling Harbour for lunch (~£12–15). Walk to the Sydney Opera House for photos (the exterior is free — take a guided Opera House tour if you wish, ~£25 via sydneyoperahouse.com). Walk across the Harbour Bridge (free on foot) for panoramic views — the BridgeClimb is ~£150 if you want to go to the top. Explore the Rocks historic precinct.

🚌Sydney Trains from Central Station: Circular Quay ~£3–4 single. On foot around the CBD.

🛏Sydney Harbour YHA or Wake Up! Sydney Central — dorm bed ~£28–38/night

• →Check in to Sydney Harbour YHA or Wake Up! Sydney Central
• →Darling Harbour lunch (~£12–15)
• →Sydney Opera House exterior (free) or guided tour (~£25)
• →Walk across Sydney Harbour Bridge on foot (free)
• →The Rocks historic precinct exploration (free)
• →Optional: BridgeClimb (~£150 via bridgeclimb.com)

Take the NSW TrainLink train from Sydney Central to Katoomba (~£8–10 each way, approximately 2 hours, trains run hourly). From Katoomba Station it's a 15-minute walk to Echo Point and the famous Three Sisters rock formation — the viewpoint is free. Walk the Prince Henry Cliff Walk for stunning valley views. Take the Scenic World gondola or railway (~£28 return) if you want to descend into the Jamison Valley. Return to Sydney by early evening for a final night out.

🚌NSW TrainLink: Sydney Central → Katoomba ~£8–10 each way (trains every hour, transportnsw.info).

🛏Sydney Harbour YHA or Wake Up! Sydney Central — dorm bed ~£28–38/night

• →NSW TrainLink train Sydney Central to Katoomba (~£8–10 each way)
• →Echo Point and Three Sisters viewpoint (free)
• →Prince Henry Cliff Walk (free)
• →Optional: Scenic World gondola/railway (~£28 return, scenicworld.com.au)
• →Return to Sydney for final evening

Your trip ends in Sydney today. Use your final morning to visit anything you missed — Bondi Beach (bus 333 from the city, ~£3), the Bondi to Coogee coastal walk (free, 6km), Newtown for brunch, or the Royal Botanic Garden (free, right next to the Opera House). Check out of your hostel and make your way to Sydney Airport — the Airport Link train from Central runs every 10 minutes (~£13–16 to the international terminal).

🚌Bus 333 to Bondi Beach ~£3. Airport Link Train: Sydney Central → Sydney Airport T1/T2/T3 ~£13–16.

🛏Check out of Sydney Harbour YHA or Wake Up! Sydney Central

• →Optional: Bondi Beach (bus 333 ~£3) and Bondi to Coogee coastal walk (free)
• →Royal Botanic Garden Sydney (free)
• →Newtown brunch
• →Check out and Airport Link train to Sydney Airport (~£13–16)