12-Nights Best of Queensland: Beaches, Coasts & Wildlife from $4,104

Goway Travel

OFFER ID 1722404

Epic Scenery, Iconic Landmarks, Near the Beach, Wildlife Encounters This Australia escape blends Gold Coast beaches, rainforest trails, reef snorkels, and countryside flavours into one sun-soaked coastal journey.

Trip Overview :

This Australia escape blends Gold Coast beaches, rainforest trails, reef snorkels, and countryside flavours into one sun-soaked coastal journey.

Highlights:

Wander Queensland’s Gold Coast beaches before discovering Lamington’s subtropical trails and canopy views.
Explore Brisbane’s riverside charm with a relaxed walking tour and visit to the historic koala sanctuary.
Enjoy Noosa’s calm blend of coastal paths, pristine sands, and inviting boutique cafés.
Taste Sunshine Coast Hinterland flavours through farm produce, local wines, and sweeping countryside vistas.
Swim among Great Barrier Reef coral gardens and roam the ancient Daintree from tranquil Port Douglas.

Included Services:

Arrival coach transfer from Gold Coast Airport to Gold Coast accommodation
Accommodation on the Gold Coast for 2 nights
Accommodation for 2 nights in Brisbane
Shared Brisbane City and Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary day tour
Transfer from Brisbane to Noosa
Accommodation in Noosa for 2 nights
K’gari (Fraser Island) Day Tour
Departure transfer Sunshine Coast to Brisbane
Arrival coach transfer from Cairns to Port Douglas
Accommodation in Port Douglas for 3 nights
Cape Tribulation & Daintree Wildlife Tour with lunch
Quicksilver Outer Great Barrier Reef Tour
Departure transfer from Port Douglas to Cairns

Excluded Services:

Travel insurance
International, domestic airfare & airfare taxes
Meals and beverages not explicitly listed as included
Gratuities
Optional excursions
Items of a personal nature
Passport & Visa fees, if applicable

12 nights from $4,104 per person

Itinerary

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Itinerary Details

Day 1: Arrive on the Gold Coast

Transfer: Gold Coast Airportto Gold Coast - Surfers Paradise

Hotel: QT Gold Coast (5 Star Rating)

If food, wine, music, design, fashion and art are your thing, QT Gold Coast is the place for you. Walk in to this Surfers Paradise accommodation and be welcomed by an inspiring open-spaced setting with beautiful artist-crafted features and bold custom lighting. The 297 spacious guest rooms featuring free WiFi with ocean or mountain and river views offer dazzling views of the coast's famous scenery plus all the glamour and style you'd expect from Australia's party playground.

Day 2: Full Day Lamington National Park, O’Reilly’s & Vineyard Tour

This tour provides you with all the best highlights packed beautifully into one fantastic day. A fully guided tour visiting the world's largest sub-tropical rainforest, the famous O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat and Canungra Valley Vineyard. Experience stunning panoramic views, a canopy treetop walk, wild bird feeding and more on this relaxed journey to 1,000 metres above sea level.

As we leave the Gold Coast, we drive west to the Scenic Rim, through the hills and on to the town of Canungra. Along the journey your expert local guide shares the history, culture and stories of the townships and regions we pass through. Once we reach the top of the mountain we are greeted by O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat. Here we enjoy a guided rainforest tour along the rainforest floor and high into the trees on the treetop walk. We spot unique wildlife and amazing bird life while on the walk and have the opportunity to feed wild crimson rosellas. Before we head back down the mountain we stop to see the panoramic 360 degree view across the Scenic Rim and Gold Coast. Enjoy a glass of the local Picnic Bubbles at Canungra Valley Vineyard, see the peacocks and meet the Alpacas. (optional feeding and walking experience)

Day 3: Day at Leisure on the Gold Coast

Day 4: Full Springbrook, Natural Bridge & Purlingbrook Falls

A short drive from the Gold Coast through Numinbah valley with its high cliffs and green country pastures leads us to the World Heritage listed Springbrook National Park. Explore ancient Gondwana rainforest with Antarctic beech trees dating back over 3000 years. Visit the stunning Natural Arch waterfall on a fully guided walk led by your expert local guide. Learn about the unique flora and fauna of the rainforest as you make your way through the forest to the waterfall. From inside the cave witness the unique and magical sight of water cascading through the roof of the basalt cave which has been formed over millions of years.

Continuing the tour, Best of All Lookout offers a sweeping view across the valley from the Gold Coast to Byron Bay and Mount Warning. The walk to this magnificent lookout takes you through one of the few remaining pockets of ancient Antarctic beech forest, a link to the ancient forests of Gondwana.

Enjoy light snacks with cold drinks before heading to the nearby viewing platform to see the majestic Purling Brook Falls. During the journey, informative tour commentary on the area and wildlife is provided along with great scenery of the Numinbah Valley. Take in the views of waterfalls from Canyon Lookout or Goomoolahra Falls Lookout on the way home.

Day 5: Gold Coast to Brisbane

Transfer: Gold Coast - Surfers Paradise to Brisbane - City Centre

Hotel: Adina Apartment Hotel Anzac Square (4 Star Rating)

The Adina Apartment Hotel Brisbane Anzac Square has thrown open its doors on a million-dollar makeover, which has transformed the inner-city heritage gem into a sophisticated spot for CBD stays.

With views across Anzac Square memorial gardens and directly opposite Brisbane’s Central Railway Station, Adina Apartment Hotel Brisbane Anzac Square,in the heart of the CBD gives you direct access to the best the city has to offer. Explore the beautiful Botanic Gardens or experience the buzz of South Bank. Indulge in world-class shopping along Queen Street Mall while treating your taste-buds to the city’s best bars and restaurants.

Day 6: Half Day Best of Brisbane Walking Tour

Set off on an unforgettable adventure through the heart of Brisbane with our engaging walking tour. Led by a local guide, you'll experience the city like never before, discovering both iconic landmarks and hidden gems. As you explore, immerse yourself in Brisbane’s rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning architecture, brought to life through captivating stories and insightful commentary. Wander down the lively Queen Street Mall, admire the grandeur of City Hall, and hunt for the city’s smallest door.

Along the way, you’ll encounter the warmth of Brisbane's friendly locals and the inviting atmosphere of this charming city. Step by step, uncover the essence of Brisbane and create lasting memories on this unforgettable journey.

Day 7: Half Day Brisbane River & Koala Cruise

The Koala and River Cruise is a memorable journey on the Brisbane River to the oldest and largest Koala Sanctuary in the world. The cruise travels through the city's most historic landscapes, iconic attractions, historical home sites and interesting wildlife habitats as you listen to an entertaining and informative commentary.

Day 8: Brisbane to Noosa

Transfer: Brisbane - City Centre to Noosa

Hotel: Seahaven Noosa Resort (3 Star Rating)

Relax in the perfect Babymoon destination. Overlooking pristine Laguna Bay, Seahaven Noosa offers ideal Babymoon accommodation for a special retreat before your little one arrives, right in the heart of Hastings Street, Noosa. Immerse yourself in a tropical paradise with elegant or relaxed dining options, and indulge in the pampering options so close to our doorstep.

Experience the ultimate beachfront holiday at Seahaven Noosa Resort & Apartments, with luxury, and family-friendly apartments boasting direct access to Noosa Main Beach and its world-renowned surf breaks and National Park walking trails. Seahaven Noosa is positioned on iconic Hastings Street with its restaurants, cafes, and boutique shopping, you can enjoy the very best of Noosa luxury at your door.

Day 9: Full Day Sunshine Coast Hinterland Scenic Culinary Experience

Discover the magic of K’gari (Fraser Island), a UNESCO World Heritage site that captivates travelers from around the globe. This stunning island is a sanctuary of ancient rainforests that thrive directly from sand, vibrant freshwater lakes that invite you to swim, and a wealth of unique Australian wildlife.

Drive along the iconic 75 Mile Beach "highway," where the thrill of the open road meets breathtaking coastal views. Take a refreshing soak in the crystal-clear waters of Eli Creek, or step back in time with a visit to the SS Maheno shipwreck, a hauntingly beautiful relic of history. Swim in the turquoise waters of Boorangoora (Lake McKenzie), and wander through ancient rainforests at Pile Valley and Central Station, where towering trees create a natural canopy overhead. Experience the serene beauty of Wanggoolba Creek and keep an eye out for the island's wild residents, including the elusive Wangari (dingo), playful dolphins, and gentle dugongs.

K’gari is an awe-inspiring destination where nature, history, and adventure come together, offering an unforgettable experience you won’t want to miss.

Day 10: Noosa to Port Douglas

Transfer: Noosa to Brisbane Airport

Transfer: Cairns Airportto Port Douglas

Hotel: The Peninsula Boutique Hotel Port Douglas (4 Star Rating)

Port Douglas Peninsula Boutique Hotel where tropical luxury awaits…

Our Port Douglas accommodation offers a boutique style adults only hotel experience – enjoying an unrivalled beachside location overlooking Four Mile Beach and is the only hotel in Port Douglas with beach and ocean views. 40 metres to the beach and a 2 minute stroll to the heart of Port Douglas with its cosmopolitan boutiques, restaurants and entertainment options.

Day 11: Full Day Outer Barrier Reef Cruise

For an experience of a lifetime, Quicksilver's wave-piercing catamarans and friendly crew will take you to a reef at the very edge of Australia's Continental Shelf, to an underwater world that is a dazzling kaleidoscope of colour and brilliance.

Agincourt Reef is a magnificent ribbon reef, where you can experience firsthand the magic that is the Great Barrier Reef. Choose to dive, snorkel, or stay dry and explore the stunning reef from the comfort of a semi-sub, only one-metre underwater. Watch the fish feeding from a unique underwater viewing platform and underwater observatory, or fly in a helicopter over the reef (at an extra cost). Whichever way you choose; you'll bring home a lifetime of memories from this living natural wonder.

Day 12: Full Day Cape Tribulation & Daintree Wildlife

Your first stop today is award winning Wildlife Habitat. Get to know the local wildlife on an immersive guided experience with a knowledgeable Wildlife Keeper. You will get the chance to spot animals such as the elusive Cassowary which is notoriously hard to spot in the wild! Be a Wildlife Keeper for the morning with this money can’t buy experience that is exclusive to your tour. You can also purchase a photo experience with one of our koalas to remember the moment.

Cross the Daintree River on the cable ferry and travel north to the World Heritage Daintree Rainforest where you will enjoy a dip in the pristine waters of Mason’s freshwater swimming hole. Followed by a locally sourced lunch at Masons Café. The Mason family settled in Cape Tribulation in 1932 and is now run by third generation Lawrence Mason.

Explore the world’s oldest rainforest with a knowledgeable local guide. Learn about the fascinating flora and fauna that call the Daintree Rainforest home on a boardwalk tour curated to your group’s interests. Visit Cape Tribulation Beach and see the only place in the world where two world heritage sites meet: the World Heritage listed Wet Tropics Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef.

After a big day of adventure, the perfect way to cool down and relax is with an exotic tasting experience at Daintree Ice Cream Company. Handmade on site with organically grown fruit it is easy to see why this ice cream has won multiple awards. Head to Alexandra Lookout for a photo opportunity while you enjoy beautiful views of the Daintree Rainforest and the Coral Sea. Board a Daintree River cruise and search for wildlife including wild Estuarine Crocodiles and birds in the unique mangrove ecosystem.

Day 13: Depart from Port Douglas

Transfer: Port Douglas to Cairns Airport

Featured Destinations

Cairns

Port Douglas

Noosa Heads

Brisbane

Brisbane

Laze in the lush riverside gardens of South Bank, then browse the markets and swim in its lagoon. Bike ride in the City Botanic Gardens and abseil the cliffs of Kangaroo Point. Glide down the river on a majestic paddle steamer or take a high-speed ferry to vibrant inner-city villages like Bulimba and New Farm. When culture cravings hit, wander the art galleries and museums, watch a performance by the Queensland Ballet, Opera or Orchestra perform or see cutting-edge theatre in the Powerhouse. In the boating hub of nearby Moreton Bay and Islands, you can swim, sea kayak, snorkel coral reefs, toboggan down the world's tallest sand dune, hire a sail boat or tussle with a marlin.

Five things you should do in Brisbane:

1. Glide down the river and relax in the gardens

Bike ride beneath macadamia trees and mangroves in the City Botanic Gardens or roller blade over a floating walkway. Then cruise down the river in a wooden paddle steamer, spotting pelicans and eastern water dragons. Laze or picnic under the palms on South Bank's 17 hectares of riverside gardens. Here you can swim from the lagoon and pools of Paul Breka Beach, browse the markets, visit a summer open-air cinema and dine alfresco in the sun. Follow an Aboriginal art trail through the bushland in Mount Coot-Tha Reserve, also the place to spot native wildlife and take in panoramic city views. At the foot of the mountain you can wander the tropical zone, rainforests and Japanese gardens of the Brisbane Botanic Gardens. Cuddle up to koalas and meet possums, kangaroos, wombats, emus and lyrebirds in the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, just a short bus drive from the city centre.

2. Soak up culture and architecture

See the skeleton of a Queensland dinosaur in the Queensland Museum and the work of famous Australian artists in the Queensland Art Gallery. Both sit in the sprawling Queensland Cultural Centre on South Bank. At night, visit the dress circle of the Queensland Performing Arts Centre or catch a show by the Queensland Ballet, Opera or Orchestra. Watch plays, browse art galleries and dine out in the transformed industrial space of the Powerhouse, which towers over the wide, brown river like a post-apocalyptic vision. Brisbane also houses many cultural institutions in fine old civic buildings, such as Customs House, the Treasury Building, Brisbane City Hall, the Commissariat Store and the Old Mill. In Brisbane, sandstone cathedrals and classic Queenslander houses on stilts blend seamlessly with steel and glass skyscrapers.

3. Hit the water and islands of Moreton Bay

Sea kayak from North Stradboke Island or Moreton Island or go deep-sea fishing from Scarborough, Bribie Island, Manly or Raby Bay. Jet ski and windsurf on the Redcliffe Peninsula or kite-surf on Wellington Point. Slide down the world's tallest sand dunes on a toboggan or sand buggy on Moreton Island. Scuba dive with colourful fish, crustaceans, corals and turtles at Cowan's Artificial Reef, Flinders Reef and in the Tangalooma shipwrecks. Watch out for humpback whales between July and October and dolphins and dugongs all year round. Meet colonies of koalas in Victoria Point and hundreds of wading birds in the Egret Colony and Boondall Wetlands. Aqua-bike from Coochiemudlo Island then mountain bike the BMX tracks at Cleveland and Deception Bay. Four wheel drive Moreton, North Stradbroke and Bribie Islands. See Queensland's oldest banyan tree in Cleveland Point, Aboriginal scar trees and middens in the Redlands and Myora Springs and a notorious old convict settlement on St Helena Island.

4. Eat, drink and enjoy in the urban villages

Listen to live music, shop along the lively outdoor mall and feast on Chinatown dumplings in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane's cultural core. Next door in New Farm, you can people watch from trendy cafes, buy gourmet delights from the famous deli and picnic in the riverside parklands. Dine in warehouse converted restaurants and explore the transformed industrial space of the Powerhouse, now a buzzing centre for the live arts. Take the citycat to Bulimba on the river. Then visit pretty Paddington and hop between the popular bars, cafes and restaurants of Latrobe and Given Terraces. Then take in the traditional Queenslander homes which dot the hills and wide-lined streets. Cross the river for the funky restaurants and art house theatres of the West End, the shops of Stones Corner and the brewery of Queensland's most famous beer.

5. Embrace adventure

Abseil or rock climb the Kangaroo Point Cliffs at sunrise or at night when the city is dancing with lights. Climb the Story Bridge for spectacular 360 degree views. Free fall on a tandem sky dive or float over the city in a hot air balloon. You can even glide like a bird over the Sunshine Coast on a motor glider. Travel down the Brisbane River on a golden gondola, historic paddle steamer or wildlife cruise. Or take a luxury whale watching cruise from the Redcliffe Peninsula, just 30 minutes north of Brisbane. Do an eco cruise past Bribie Island and the Glasshouse Mountains to Pumicestone Passage Marine Park. Bushwalk, swim, four wheel drive, spot wildlife and explore glow worm caves on an eco-tour to Springbrook and Lamington National Parks. See the city sights on the back of a Harley Davidson or go horseriding in the sprawling bush on the edge of the city.

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Valid Date Ranges

09/23/2026 - 12/31/2028

from $4,104 per person

* This departure has been designated a guaranteed departure by the operator, meaning that the minimum number of guests has been met, although still subject to weather and other conditions.

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