Oceania · Australia
This 14-day self-drive itinerary takes you through Queensland’s most iconic landscapes, stretching from the dynamic city of Brisbane to the turquoise waters of the Whitsundays.
This 14-day self-drive itinerary takes you through Queensland’s most iconic landscapes, stretching from the dynamic city of Brisbane to the turquoise waters of the Whitsundays. The journey winds along the Australian coast, striking a perfect balance between urban exploration, pristine sand islands, and close encounters with local wildlife.
Experiences range from river cruises to spot koalas and discovering the natural sanctuary of North Stradbroke Island, to off-road adventures across the towering dunes of K’Gari (Fraser Island). The route also includes whale watching excursions and the chance to explore the vibrant coral reefs of Lady Musgrave Island.
The trip offers a harmonious blend of independence and organised services, featuring nine days of car hire to explore the coast at your own pace, interspersed with expert-led ranger tours and private transfers in the main cities.
14 days in the programme
Enjoy a private transfer from Brisbane Airport to your chosen hotel Enjoy a private transfer from Brisbane Airport to your chosen hotel. Spend the rest of the day getting acquainted with the Queensland capital, a city that seamlessly blends modern architecture, lush public parks, and vibrant local markets. Overnight stay.
Experience Australia's famous wildlife with a cruise along the Brisbane River Experience Australia's famous wildlife with a cruise along the Brisbane River. This excursion offers the chance to see koalas up close while enjoying panoramic views of the city skyline from the water. Overnight stay.
A full day dedicated to discovering North Stradbroke Island, affectionately known by locals as 'Straddie' A full day dedicated to discovering North Stradbroke Island, affectionately known by locals as 'Straddie'. The island is a pristine natural haven where you can spot wallabies, dolphins, and sharks. Visit the stunning Cylinder Beach and Amity Point, sites of great cultural significance to the local Aboriginal community. Overnight stay.
The morning is dedicated to a whale watching cruise, observing these majestic creatures in their natural habitat The morning is dedicated to a whale watching cruise, observing these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. Return to the city for an evening of relaxation or perhaps some shopping through the streets of Brisbane. Overnight stay.
Collect your hire car and begin your journey north towards Noosa Collect your hire car and begin your journey north towards Noosa. This sophisticated coastal town is renowned for its golden beaches and refined atmosphere. Overnight stay.
A day at your leisure to relax on crystal-clear beaches or explore Noosa National Park, where walking trails wind through spectacular coastal rainforest A day at your leisure to relax on crystal-clear beaches or explore Noosa National Park, where walking trails wind through spectacular coastal rainforest. Overnight stay.
Drive from Noosa to Riverheads to board the ferry for K’Gari (Fraser Island), the largest sand island in the world Drive from Noosa to Riverheads to board the ferry for K’Gari (Fraser Island), the largest sand island in the world. Overnight stay on the island.
A full day exploring the island aboard a 4WD vehicle led by an expert ranger A full day exploring the island aboard a 4WD vehicle led by an expert ranger. The itinerary visits the island's highlights, including crystal-clear freshwater lakes and towering sand dunes. Morning tea and lunch are included during the tour. Overnight stay.
Take the ferry from Kingfisher Bay back to the mainland and continue your drive to Bargara, a tranquil coastal town perfect for enjoying the serenity of the ocean Take the ferry from Kingfisher Bay back to the mainland and continue your drive to Bargara, a tranquil coastal town perfect for enjoying the serenity of the ocean. Overnight stay.
A free day in Bargara, highlighted by a full-day experience at Lady Musgrave Island A free day in Bargara, highlighted by a full-day experience at Lady Musgrave Island. Discover the wonders of the Southern Great Barrier Reef, a true underwater paradise. Overnight stay.
Continue your drive north to Yeppoon Continue your drive north to Yeppoon. This charming town welcomes travellers with its calm waters and spectacular coastal sunsets. Overnight stay.
A scenic drive leads you to Airlie Beach, the vibrant hub and gateway to the Whitsunday Islands A scenic drive leads you to Airlie Beach, the vibrant hub and gateway to the Whitsunday Islands. Check into your hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure. Overnight stay.
Embark on the Whitehaven & Hill Inlet Adventure Embark on the Whitehaven & Hill Inlet Adventure. Visit the world-famous Whitehaven Beach, renowned for its brilliant white silica sands and turquoise waters, and explore one of Australia's most iconic natural landscapes. Overnight stay.
Enjoy your final moments in Queensland before driving to Proserpine Airport Enjoy your final moments in Queensland before driving to Proserpine Airport. Return your hire car at the airport as your journey concludes.
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