Arrive in Brisbane

Arrive in Brisbane! Brisbane is a city that lives up to its sunny potential with a strong focus on the outdoors – think al fresco dining, picnics by the river, islands just off the coast and national parks. Upon your arrival into Brisbane Airport, you will have a shared transfer to the hotel. 

Note: Pick up from Brisbane and Drop off at Brisbane CBD Hotel on seat in coach basis

Check-in at hotel as per standard time. (Early check-in is not guaranteed and would be subject to hotel discretion)

In the afternoon / evening, you will explore Queensland’s capital with a sightseeing tour. Brisbane's vibrant CBD precinct is a bustling centre for all things trends, from its popular café scene to its historic sandstone buildings. The duration of this tour is approx. 4 hrs in a suitable SUV and will allow you to witness the major sites and attractions of Brisbane!

Seat in Coach Service: Pick up Brisbane CBD Hotel and Drop off at Holt St Wharf & V.V

Overnight: Hotel Grand Chancellor or similar   

Tangalooma Island Resort

Today after breakfast, head on for one of the most spectacular scenic locations in Queensland. Tangalooma Island Resort is only a 75-minute catamaran cruise from Brisbane. This cruise to the Tangalooma Island Resort on Moreton Island is the easy way to spend a day in nature from Brisbane. Protected and treasured, this is nature’s theme park where amazing natural encounters are just part of the everyday experience. With heaps of tours and activities on offer, Tangalooma is the jewel of Moreton Bay and islands.

Seat in Coach Service: Pick up Brisbane CBD Hotel and Drop off at Holt St Wharf & V.V

Inclusions:

• Return boat transfers (75 minutes journey time each way),
• Day pass access to the resort, 
• Full use of resort facilities including pools, restaurants and bars
• 1 standard beverage on the boat transfer, Lunch Voucher ($20 per adult, $15 per child), 
• Desert Safari Tour with sand tobogganing, 
• Eco Ranger experiences, 
• Discover the World of Dolphins’ presentation at the Eco Centre

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight: Hotel Grand Chancellor or similar   

Brisbane to Gold Coast by Road

Breakfast at the hotel, followed by shared transfer from Brisbane to Gold Coast.

Welcome to Gold Coast - Home to cute cafes, craft breweries, modern shopping centres and marketplaces, plus some of the best live music venues on the Coast. Gold Coast attractions are everywhere, with over five major theme parks, 21 beautiful beaches, 1,000 kilometres of cycling and hiking trails and 20 Michelin starred restaurants, the Gold Coast is for anyone seeking relaxation, adventure, nightlife or all three!

Check-in at hotel as per standard time. (Early check-in is not guaranteed and would be subject to hotel discretion)

Rest of the day is free to discover this beautiful region.

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight: Vibe Hotel/ The Island Hotel or similar   

Gold Coast | Full Day Dream World with SIC Transfers + SkyPoint Entrance |

Today after breakfast, visit Dreamworld - Australia's largest theme park, with general admission ticket options. Featuring several theme areas, the park is a popular tourist attraction, especially for families, and includes water rides, roller coasters, a wildlife experience, and plenty of large-than-life characters.

Highlight: SkyPoint

SkyPoint is Australia's highest beach-side observation deck, offering spectacular 360 degree views of the Gold Coast, from the beautiful beaches to the lush hinterland. Rising 230m into the sky, Sky Point is located on Level 77 & 78 of the iconic Q1 Building in southern Surfers Paradise. After ascending in one of the world's fastest lifts, guests to the observation deck can discover the region's history, culture and tourism treasures.

Inclusions:

Return Shared (SIC Transfers) - to Dream World from Surfers Paradise or Broad Beach

Admission Ticket for Dreamworld and Skypoint 

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight: Vibe Hotel/ The Island Hotel or similar 

Gold Coast Classic Ballooning and Vineyard Champagne Breakfast + Sea World

With an early start at 05.00am (Time varies seasonally and with your location) 

Pick up from selected Gold Coast hotels or one of our convenient meeting points - Nerang or Canungra. Air conditioned coach transfers to the Hot Air Balloon launch site. 

The team of pilots are Australia's most experienced with the record for most reliable balloon ride take-offs in the southern hemisphere. Always a surprise, always an impressive sight. Arrive at the launch site, to see the amazing hot air balloon inflation display. Did you know, the hot air balloons stand taller than a ten storey building?

07.00 - 07.30 am A great team of pilots, expert, knowledgeable & great guys are guiding your balloon. They have some amazing facts to share about Hot Air Ballooning. Your balloon crew driver is ready and waiting to answer all your questions and have a bit of fun. We're pleased to say our team are a fun and highly trained crew are well practiced in maximising the enjoyment to be had. 

08.00 - 09.15 am Come down to earth and it's a short drive to O'Reilly's Grand Homestead & Boutique Vineyard. The breakfast is a real highlight! We have exclusive access to O'Reillys Canungra Valley Vineyard- take a sneak peak at our virtual tour Relax in the historic surroundings with a glass of champagne to toast your morning. Enjoy a delicious, fresh breakfast as you relax in the serenity of the vineyard on the verandah of this picturesque grand Queenslander. 

09.45 - 10.30 am Air conditioned coach transfers to your Meeting Point.

Operating Days - Monday , Tuesday , Wednesday , Thursday

Later during the day, discover the World of Marine life and watch closely Dolphins, penguins, and a lot more. Experience action-packed Thunder Lake Stunt Show and make memories you'll cherish forever. Sea World features amazing aquatic animals, fun rides and family-friendly shows. Enter the frozen tundra of the Penguin Encounter, see predators up close in Shark Bay and meet tranquil critters in the dolphin nursery. 

 Inclusions:

• Return Shared (SIC Transfers) - to Dream World from Surfers Paradise or Broad Beach
• Admission Ticket to Sea World 

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight: Vibe Hotel/ The Island Hotel or similar   

Gold Coast to Cairns | Internal Flights not included |

Enjoy your breakfast, Check Out from the Hotel and avail a shared transfer to Brisbane airport for the onward flight to Cairns (Flight cost not Included) 

Welcome to Cairns, The gateway to Queensland's tropical north, Cairns is a laid-back city best enjoyed outdoors. The region of Cairns is home to the iconic Great Barrier Reef and Wet Tropics World Heritage Rainforest, but the city of Cairns itself is also a must-visit. You'll find brilliant cafés, bustling markets and plenty of beaches nearby. Relax by a resort pool or spend your days exploring this tropical oasis. Upon your arrival into Cairns Airport, you will have a shared transfer to the hotel. 

Check-in at hotel as per standard time. (Early check-in is not guaranteed and would be subject to hotel discretion)

Cairns Aquarium - General Admission

Enjoy an all-day admission to Cairns' newest attraction! See the animals and habitats endemic to Tropical North Queensland and learn about the Wet Tropics Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy daily ecosystem talks, animal presentations, live diver feeds, marine and reptile touch and talk shows. See Australia's only 10m Deep Reef Tank, 360 degree Oceanarium, 20m underwater tunnel, mangrove boardwalk and Australia's largest freshwater exhibit Get up close to freshwater fish, pythons, emerald tree monitors, crocodiles, colourful reef fish, sharks, rays and more. [No Transfers - Operates - Daily 10am to 3pm. Last admission at 2pm]

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight: Mercure Cairns / Rydges Esplanade or similar

Cairns | Classic Kuranda Tour on Seat In Coach basis |

Today after breakfast, you will visit the beautiful village of Kuranda, nestled in pristine World Heritage-listed rainforest. Climb aboard the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway and take in views of the surrounding mountains along the way to Kuranda. Rising from sea level to 328 meters, the journey to Kuranda passes spectacular waterfalls and then takes you into the stunning Barron Gorge. Discover the amazing array of food stalls and cafés or dine with the resident water dragons at Frog’s Restaurant (optional), famous for their freshly made sauces and dressings. Take the famous Skyrail down, spanning 7.5 kilometers over the pristine rainforest canopy. After that, you will take the Skyrail back down to the bottom (Skyrail Smithfield station).

Highlights:

• Kuranda Scenic Railway, 
• Kuranda Village, 
• Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, 
• Return Transfers on shared basis

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight: Mercure Cairns / Rydges Esplanade or similar

Cairns | Full Day Big Cat Green Island Cruise on Seat In Coach basis |

Today after breakfast, head on for one of the most spectacular coastal spots – Green Island Cruise. Green Island is a beautiful coral cay on Australia's Great Barrier Reef. Snorkel, dive and swim in the warm island waters, view the spectacular reef from a semi-submarine or glass bottom boat, explore the island or just relax on the white sandy beach. 

Highlights:

• Full day Green Island with Buffet Lunch and Semi-Submersible tour with transfers
• 5 hours on Green Island, fish feeding display, tea or coffee 
• And choice of Glass bottom boat or Snorkeling gear

OR 

Travel by air-conditioned catamaran from Cairns Marina to the Moore Reef Pontoon on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, perfectly positioned and equipped for you to explore this reef that is teeming with colourful coral and fascinating fish. Spend 4 hours exploring the reef by taking advantage of the free inclusions such as glass bottom boat tours, an kid's enclosed ocean pool, all snorkelling equipment, underwater observatory, marine life touch tank & fish feeding. The pontoon also features a sundeck to relax in the sun and look out over the turquoise waters in between activities. That's also where you'll find the waterslide - the only theme park waterslide on the reef! [Sunlover Reef Cruises Cairns Great Barrier Reef Experience]

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight: Mercure Cairns / Rydges Esplanade or similar

Depart from Cairns

Enjoy your breakfast, check out from hotel and then you will be picked up from hotel at an appropriate time for Cairns airport to take your onward flight. Departure Airport transfer will be on shared basis. 

Meals: Breakfast