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8-Day Brisbane & Gold Coast Discovery: City Highlights & Coastal Escape

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From Brisbane to Gold Coast
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Nature & Wildlife
Explore untamed landscapes teeming with wildlife
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 10
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Brisbane

    Brisbane
    Start point
    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia (Arrival: Brisbane Airport BNE)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Four Points by Sheraton Brisbane 4* or similar)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore nearby attractions
  3. Day 2

    North Stradbroke Island

    North Stradbroke Island
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Four Points by Sheraton Brisbane 4* or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Ferry crossing across Moreton Bay to North Stradbroke Island
    • Guided island sightseeing tour by bus
    • Gorge Walk at Point Lookout
    • Visits to Cylinder Beach, Frenchman's Beach, and Main Beach
    • Visit to Dunwich settlement
    • Visit to Amity Point community
    • Myora Springs boardwalk exploration

    Optional Activities

    • Wildlife viewing for dolphins, turtles, koalas, and kangaroos
    • Humpback whale watching during seasonal migration (May to October)
    Landmarks
    North Stradbroke Island
    Point Lookout
    Moreton Bay
    Myora Springs
    Dunwich
    Amity Point
  4. Day 3

    Brisbane

    Brisbane
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Four Points by Sheraton Brisbane 4* or similar)

    Included Activities

    • 1.5-hour sightseeing cruise along the Brisbane River toward Breakfast Creek
    • Onboard commentary about Brisbane's history and development
    • Complimentary Brisbane souvenir map
    Landmarks
    Story Bridge
    Kangaroo Point Cliffs
    South Bank Parklands
    New Farm Park
    Brisbane River
    Breakfast Creek
  5. Day 4

    Brisbane to Beerwah

    Brisbane to Beerwah
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Four Points by Sheraton Brisbane 4* or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Pickup and drop-off at selected Brisbane CBD hotels
    • Return transfers between Brisbane and Australia Zoo
    • Day admission to Australia Zoo
    • Sneak peek into the Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors Hospital

    Optional Activities

    • Watch scheduled wildlife presentations
    • Optional animal encounters or experiences
    Landmarks
    Australia Zoo
  6. Day 5

    Brisbane to Gold Coast

    Brisbane to Gold Coast
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Novotel Surfers Paradise 4* or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Train journey from Brisbane Central Station to Helensvale Station
    • G:link tram transfer from Helensvale Station to Cavill Avenue Tram Station, Surfers Paradise

    Optional Activities

    • Relax on Surfers Paradise beach
    • Stroll along Cavill Avenue
    • Browse local shops
    • Explore cafés and waterfront restaurants
    Landmarks
    Surfers Paradise Beach
    Cavill Avenue
  7. Day 6

    Tamborine Mountain

    Tamborine Mountain
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Novotel Surfers Paradise 4* or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Return transfers between Gold Coast and Tamborine Mountain
    • Unlimited hop-on hop-off shuttle access on the mountain loop
    • Air-conditioned bus transportation
    • Local driver/guide with basic commentary and scenic stops

    Optional Activities

    • Visit participating wineries
    • Explore craft breweries
    • Visit distilleries
    • Browse Gallery Walk boutiques and galleries
    • Enjoy scenic lookouts
    • Explore rainforest walks and nature spots
    • Dine at local cafés
    • Tamborine Mountain Glow Worm Caves (separate booking)
    • Rainforest Skywalk (separate booking)
    Landmarks
    Tamborine Mountain
    Gallery Walk
  8. Day 7

    Gold Coast - HOTA

    Gold Coast - HOTA
    Meals
    Brunch/Lunch/Dinner (AUD $30 food and beverage voucher at The Exhibitionist Bar or HOTA Café)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Novotel Surfers Paradise 4* or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Return Hopo sightseeing cruise between Surfers Paradise and HOTA
    • General entry to HOTA Gallery (excluding featured and separately ticketed exhibitions)
    • AUD $30 food and beverage voucher for The Exhibitionist Bar or HOTA Café

    Optional Activities

    • Featured or separately ticketed gallery exhibitions
    • Food and beverages exceeding the AUD $30 voucher value
    Landmarks
    HOTA – Home of the Arts
    The Exhibitionist Bar
    HOTA Café
  9. Day 8

    Gold Coast

    Gold Coast
    End point
    Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia (Departure: Gold Coast Airport OOL)
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Landmarks
    Gold Coast Airport

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