Cobber (Melbourne to Cairns)

Product Details

Head south out of Cairns go barefoot bowling, stay at an Aussie cattle station, have a didgeridoo demonstration in Rainbow Beach, cruise through Byron Bay, enjoy a surf lesson and more, cross the Snowy mountains and onward to Melbourne.

Pass details

Why buy this?

East coast get ready! Get all the Outback Cattle Station, Rainbow beach, Surf lesson inclusions and more whilst taking in the hot spots of Airlie Beach and Byron Bay before you hit Sydney and the tackle the Snowy Mountains and walks through to Melbourne. ‘Neighbours’ set tour anyone?

Your Itinerary

What you get

• Hop on hop off travel
• Small groups
• Dedicated travellers network
• Knowledgeable driver guides
• Unique accommodation booking services
• Onboard accommodation booking services
• Pick ups and drop offs en-route
• Onboard activity booking service
• Try and spot a wombat while hiking through Wilson Promontory NP
• Ninety mile beach at Lakes entrance guided tour
• Guided hike of the Blue Lake and Snowy Mountain
• 1 surf lesson at surf camp
• Aboriginal cultural appreciation at Rainbow Beach
• Outback life at Kroombit Cattle Station
• Barefoot bowling in Outback Queensland

What you don’t get

• Selected Hostel accommodation and meals.
• Pay on Board Fees $187
• Optional Activities
• Flight to Australia
• Visa for Australia
• Hostel Accommodation
• Travel Insurance
• Backpacks and Kit

How it works

Minimum recommended trip time: 26 Days
Maximum time to complete trip: 6 Months

Once you have your pass you can book on and off the bus by calling 1300 300 028 (cost of local call in Australia). You start the trip in Cairns and finish in Melbourne - you can travel in one direction only. You can stay in each destination for as long as you like. Oz Experience buses will pass through regularly - just phone or email to book a seat when you want to leave. (You can book a seat up to the day before you want to leave, though we advise that you book further ahead at peak times.)

Once you’ve got your pass, just phone or email Oz Experience to book your seat on your first bus. The Oz Experience pass is valid for 6 months, which may be extended locally for a fee (AUD$50). You cannot buy the pass more than 12 months in advance of your trip.

Cancellations and Refunds

Bookings made with Oz Experience direct: 10% cancellation fee applies before commencement of travel. No refund after travel has commenced. Bookings made with a Travel Agent: Please refer to your agent who may charge fees in addition to the above.