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Essential Brisbane to Cairns
Essential Brisbane to Cairns
This 10-day adventure from Brisbane to Cairns is perfect for those seeking the natural beauty of Queensland. You’ll explore the popular town of Noosa, home to the Coastal Walk, Sunshine Beach and Hell’s Gate lookout. Bliss out with a full free day to take an optional eco-safari and canoe adventure in the Everglades or maybe hop in 4WDs for a guided tour of K’gari. Then, spend two-nights sailing the Whitsundays, where you’ll be snorkelling, swimming, visiting secret beaches and chilling in the jacuzzi. Couple these with a tour of Mungalla Station with a local First Nations guide, a full day to explore the lush Magnetic Island and a free afternoon on Mission Beach, and you’ve got a pretty epic adventure along the east coast!
Activities
- Noosa – Hell’s Gates Lookout
- Noosa – Coastal Walk
- Whitsunday Islands – Sailing Excursion (2 Nights)
- Whitsunday Islands – Sailing Excursion (2 Nights)
- Magnetic Island – Forts Walking Track
- Mungalla Station – Nywaigi First Nations Guided Tour
Highlights
- Hop aboard for an epic two-night sailing adventure through the stunning Whitsundays. Go stand-up paddleboarding, snorkelling or scuba diving from the boat, relax in the onboard jacuzzi and soak up the landscape as you cruise through the untouched islands.
- Meet with a First Nations guide at Mungalla Station to learn about history and culture of the Nywaigi people. Then, discover the wetlands and abundance of birds that call this place home.
- Spend two nights on Magnetic Island, known for its amazing natural scenery, lush walking trails, secluded beaches and koalas that live here in the treetops.
- Relax among the palm trees on Mission Beach, with a free afternoon to dig your heels into the warm sands, look out at the ocean over sunset or watch the cassowaries cross the road.
- Discover the town of Noosa, where you’ll take the Coastal Walk to Hill’s Gate lookout. Then, enjoy heaps of free time to maybe go surfing, take a day trip to K’gari (Fraser Island) or an eco-safari through the lush Everglades.
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Culture, dining and nightlife are just a few of the reasons to find yourself in sunny Brisbane. This sprawling, constantly-evolving river city is for the young and the young at heart. Shop at the outdoor markets, where you'll find fashion, crafts and produce. Beaches are the order of the day here, too, with North Stradbroke Island and Moreton Island attracting hordes of sunbathers. The more city-adjacent South Bank precinct is a recreational paradise, with beaches, cafes and museums to explore. Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, the earth's largest koala sanctuary is a Brisbane attraction, as is the famous Story Bridge, offering breathtaking views of the city. With over 280 days of sunshine each year, Brisbane is a warm, welcoming destination for all. |
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Noosa Heads is located 20 kilometers from Maroochydore Airport. |
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Noosa Heads is located 20 kilometers from Maroochydore Airport. |
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Located on the coast of Queensland, Australia, Airlie Beach is a favorite stop for cruises along the Great Barrier Reef. This coastal paradise offers spectacular beaches and easy access to the Whitsunday Islands, Conway National Park, and, of course, the Great Barrier Reef. |
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One of the most unspoilt and undeveloped tourism destinations in the area - ideal for the visitor looking for both pristine natural beauty and a relaxed quiet getaway. The coastal fringe has wide sandy beaches, lined with small resorts and more than 25 offshore islands, while bushwalking and camping opportunities abound throughout the adjacent Wet Tropics rainforest areas.
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Cairns is the majestic entrance to Australia's Great Barrier Reef. This warm, tropical destination is located in Far North Queensland. Must-see attractions in Cairns include the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park, which educates tourists about indigenous peoples, and restaurant and bar-dotted Cairns Esplanade, which has a lagoon for swimming. Also, Daintree National Park, northwest of Cairns, has beautiful beaches, rainforests and canyons. |
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