How does it work?

A FUN, FLEXIBLE, GUIDED TRAVEL PASS WHICH COVERS ALL TRANSPORT OVER YOUR ROUTE — INCLUDING PICKUPS FROM PREFERRED HOSTELS,

LOCAL TRANSFERS AND FERRIES.

Our friendly guides travel on all routes on the set departure days. They’ll give you local travel advice from cheap eats, the most amazing beaches/views and of course the best nights out on the coast.

You can book your accommodation and activities through our web-app along the way. We hold spots in our preferred locations so you’re guaranteed a bed (even in peak season). You can self-cater at most stops except our special overnight stays where food is included in the set price.

There are a minimum of 3 (up to 5) departures per week over all routes. Note: If you’re short on time you can travel on the train on other days without a guide, however you won’t be able to access Loka’s unique stops/transfers.

Need to know:

Passes are valid for up to 12 months from your date of departure. You can hop on and off anywhere at any of our overnight stops and key activity stops for the total validity of the pass. You have up to 12 months from your date of purchase to start your Loka pass.

Travel is in our own 24 seat mini coaches between Sydney and Noosa/Rainbow Beach, and local bus and fast trains (with toilets, showers and a dining carriage) between Noosa/Rainbow Beach and Cairns.  The return ferry to Magnetic Island is also included in your pass.

Accommodation is not included on the actual pass. This can be pre booked

Day 1 - 3 In Brisbane

Make your own way to the Base embassy hostel where you will spend 3 nights in a standard room with shared bathroom on a room only basis. Days at leisure to explore Brisbane.

Day 4 Brisbane (via the Gold Coast) — Byron Bay
We travel in our own Loka bus through Brisbane and Gold Coast, with pick-ups and drop offs. We stop for a walk at the Queensland/NSW border crossing at Danger Point to stretch our legs, and check out the view of one of Australia’s best surf spots Snapper Rock, before heading onto our night stop at Australia’s coolest surf town, Byron Bay.

Day 5 Free Day in Byron Bay
Explore, learn to surf, party or relax and take in the laidback, hippy vibe. We recommend taking a walk to the lighthouse to view the Australian mainland’s most easterly point.

Day 6 Byron Bay (via Spot X) – Sydney
We travel to Sydney via Spot X Surf Camp. Hop off if you want to learn to surf or just hang by the beach. We then express down to Sydney getting in early evening with drop offs to selected Sydney central hostels. Check into the Maze hostel where you will spend 3 nights in a standard room on a room only basis.

Day 7 - 8 In Sydney

Days at leisure

Day 9 Depart Sydney

Make your own way to the airport and say goodbye to australia.

2* Base Brisbane Embassy

Located right behind the Queen Street Mall, this is the budget accommodation of choice for those wanting to stay in the very centre of Brisbane. The hostel is also a short walk across to the Southbank Parklands, Central Station and the Roma Street Transit Centre. An outdoor balcony, guest kitchen, Wi-Fi access in all the rooms and a cinema room to watch the latest hit flicks are provided. Air-conditioned rooms are spacious and spotlessly clean. Dorms and double rooms with en suite bathrooms are available. Staying at this hostel also gives the guests access to facilities at the sister hostel just up the road which features the Down Under Bar, the only student/backpackers bar in Brisbane. It is always alive and pumping with people. The bar's motto is Go Hard or Go Home! Open 7 nights a week the DUB is a must do in Brisbane.

2* Maze Backpackers

This hostel is located right in the heart of central Sydney at 417 Pitt Street, which is in between Goulburn and Campbell Streets. It is close to all major sightseeing attractions, and just a short walk from all pubs, clubs, shops and transport. Hyde Park||This city hostel offers decent facilities and services at an affordable price and comprises a total of 280 rooms. Visitors will really enjoy holidaying in Sydney with a stay at this hotel. All measures of luxury and comfort are ensured at this establishme||The accommodation on offer includes dormitories, singles, doubles and twins. The rooms feature interiors decorated with linen material and all rooms are well furnished. All come with Internet access.||Guests can enjoy the best side of Sydney with loads of free activities happening every night and day, both in and out of of the hostel. There are always fun times to be had and this establishment is always ready to party. Guests can kick back and relax af||This hostel is centrally located for restaurants, bars and cafes, and also offers a fully equipped kitchen for all guests' use

Price from €1455 p.p based on 2 people sharing

Price Includes:

Flights from Cork or Dublin

Airport tax

Accommodation based on 2 people sharing in Sydney & Brisbane

All transport including on the Loka bus, fast trains and Magnetic Island ferry

Guidance from local guide

Option to hop off at Gold Coast and Spot X Surf Camp

Danger Point Border Crossing walk, NSW/Queensland border

Byron Bay orientation drive

Price excludes:

Travel Insurance

Accommodation whilst on the Dan pass