Join the Fun in Queensland - 13 Day Tour

The best of Queensland is waiting, from the Gold Coast, to Brisbane featuring Bluey's World, the Sunshine Coast and Cairns. This tour takes you to all the top highlights of Queensland, and is the perfect family adventure.

Queensland Family Adventure
13 days Brisbane (Meeanjin) to Cairns (Gimuy)

Enjoy 2 nights on the iconic and vibrant Gold Coast, plus 1 night in Brisbane, where you'll spend the day at Bluey's World. Next up, you'll head to the Sunshine Coast Hinterland where you'll have time to vist the Austrlaia Zoo, the beaches of the Sunshine Coast and the natural beauty of Noosa Head. And to top if off spend time in Cairns (Gimuy) the gateway to some of Australia’s greatest natural attractions. Sitting offshore and shaping the city’s character is the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef, one of the world’s most popular diving sites. This tour offers an abundance of unforgettable family experiences that you'll cherish forever.

PLAY THE BLUEY WAY!

Bluey’s World is a one-of-a-kind guided immersive experience, that takes you into the Heeler family’s iconic Queenslander home, backyard and beyond – for real life! Explore multiple rooms and play games from Bluey, as you embark on an interactive adventure with your guide through the vibrant and playful world of Bluey.

This expansive, multi-sensory experience features real-life sets, recognisable scenes, and beloved characters and games from hit-show Bluey.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

• Kangaroos and Mount Views Tour + Gold Coast City Tour and River Cruise

• Twilight Bridge Climb

• Full Day Private Brisbane - For Real Life including Bluey's World

• Australia Zoo Admission

• Australian Everglades Serenity Cruise Tour

• Great Barrier Reef Outer Reef Cruise & Snorkle
• Great Barrier Reef Outer Reef Cruise & Snorkle

ACCOMMODATIONS AND OTHER INCLUSIONS

• 2 Nights on the Gold Coast at the voco Gold Coast, an IHG Hotel

• 1 Night in Brisbane at the voco Brisbane City Centre, an IHG Hotel
• 2 Nights in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland at The Crocodile Hunter Lodge

• 2 Nights in Noosa at the Mantra French Quarter Noosa

• 2 Nights on the Sunshine Coast at the Habitat Noosa Everglades Eco Camp

• 3 Nights in Cairns (Gimuy) at the Cairns Harbourside Hotel

• Private Car and Driver or shared transportation between hotels and airports

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DAY BY DAY ITINERARY

Day 1: Brisbane (Meeanjin)

Arrive Brisbane, transfer to the Gold Coast
Accommodations: voco Gold Coast, an IHG Hotel in a Superior Ocean view room.

Includes: Private Car/Driver Brisbane International Airport to Gold Coast hotel.

Located an hour's drive south of Brisbane and stretching along 70 kilometres of coastline lies Australia's biggest, busiest and most vibrant tourist resort - the Gold Coast. The impressive coastal strip is dominated by high-rise accommodation, retail and tourist shops, international-standard resorts and restaurants, nightclubs and neon signs. The most famous stretch of Gold Coast beach is glittering Surfers Paradise. The Gold Coast has a warm, balmy climate with over 300 sunny days per year. Together with the cooler subtropical rainforest ranges in the hinterland, with their wealth of scenic treasures, the Gold Coast is extremely popular with tourists and residents seeking a relaxed lifestyle in great surroundings.

Once you get settled, the afternoon is at your leisure to relax and explore on your own.

Day 2: Gold Coast

Morning and Afternoon Tours
Accommodations: voco Gold Coast, an IHG Hotel in a Superior Ocean view room.

Includes: Breakfast. Light refreshments, Tamborine National Park fees and expert tour guide. Informative city-tour with river cruise.

MORNING: Kangaroos and Mountain Views Tour - Experience the best of Tamborine National Park in the Gold Coast Hinterland on this 5 hour tour. Start with a wildlife walk through the conservation park where you have the opportunity to see koalas and kangaroos in the wild. Then head to Tamborine Mountain for handcrafted scones and tea at a historic mountaintop cafe. Explore the unique crafts along Gallery Walk and enjoy stunning panoramic views of the Gold Coast from the mountaintop. At the completion of the tour, make your own way to your accommodation.

AFTERNOON: City Tour and River Cruise - This 1 hour tour aboard the amphibious ‘Duck’ combines an informative city-tour with a unique and exciting river cruise, travelling past the glitzy waterfront mansions of the rich and famous and taking in the spectacular views of the Gold Coast waterways and its famous landmarks. At the completion of your tour, make your own way to your accommodation.

Day 3: Gold Coast to Brisbane (Meeanjin)

Twilight Bridge Climb
Accommodations: voco Brisbane City Centre, an IHG Hotel in a Standard City View room.

Includes: Breakfast. Private Car/Driver Surfers Paradise Hotel to Brisbane City. Bridge Climb Commentary, group photograph, climb suit, climb harness, hat, weather jacket.

The river city of Brisbane (Meeanjin) is a modern and diverse sub-tropical metropolis. As Queensland’s capital city, Brisbane offers visitors a stimulating city experience in a warm, friendly and relaxed environment. It is well serviced by city infrastructure, including cultural precincts of theatres, museums and international cuisine. World class sporting venues, conference facilities, parklands and river walks create a vibrant metropolitan city. Brisbane is Australia’s third largest city, and home to nearly two million culturally diverse people. Visitors can enjoy the temperate year round climate at one of the city’s many outdoor areas including South Bank Parklands or Queen Street Mall shopping precincts.

This afternoon is at leisure to relax and explore on your own.

As the sun begins its descent, get ready to embark on a thrilling journey that will leave you breathless, both from the climb and the mesmerizing views of the city’s skyline! This 2 hour Climb offers you a front-row seat to Brisbane’s most enchanting time of day, as the city transitions from day to night. It is the perfect blend of excitement and tranquility, a moment you will cherish forever. As you ascend, feel the rush of adrenaline and the sense of accomplishment with each step. The panoramic views from the summit will simply take your breath away. Your guide will regale you with fascinating stories, little-known facts, and quirky anecdotes about Brisbane and its beloved Story Bridge. Expect plenty of laughter, entertaining tales, and maybe even a few surprises along the way! They will ensure your adventure is not only thrilling but also filled with joy and laughter.

Day 4: Brisbane (Meeanjin) and Sunshine Coast Hinterland

Brisbane tour with Bluey's World Brisbane
Accommodations: The Crocodile Hunter Lodge in a 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Cabin.

Includes: Breakfast. Hotel pick up and drop off, lunch, ice cream, snacks, chocolate, snacks. General Admission to Bluey's World Brisbane. Private Car/Driver Brisbane City Hotel to The Crocodile Hunter Lodge.

Let’s go mate! Come and visit many beautiful scenes from Bluey’s home town – Brisbane! Your 6 hour tour focuses on seeing as many sights from the show as possible. From the beautiful riverside parklands, to the lookouts, to the leafy suburbs with homes of that unique ‘Queenslander’ architecture. And you will see why Bluey’s Brisbane is one of the World’s Greatest Places, according to TIME Magazine 2023!

Your 6 hour tour includes a visit to Bluey’s World – a 40,000 square foot, unique, immersive 70 minute experience for anyone that loves Bluey. Wackadoo! Play games and wonder though rooms from Blue’s house! It’s gotta be done! You will drive the tree-lined hills of the suburbs around Bluey’s home. See many beautiful ‘Bluey style homes’ aka heritage ‘Queenslander’ homes. Visit Mt Coot-tha Lookout with stunning views over Brisbane and out to the islands - instrumental in the Heelers getting their house back in ‘The Sign’ episode. See for yourself where Bingo and Bluey create so many games in pretty parks and playgrounds such as New Farm Park and Kangaroo Point. From many episodes including ‘Shadowlands’, ‘Turtleboy’ and ‘Wagonride’! And we cannot miss ‘Statue World’ from the episode ‘Show & Tell’. Enjoy a delicious lunch and organic coffee or juice form in what appears to be a cute local café from Bluey episodes. See why South Bank is the scene from numerous episodes! See the famous ‘city beach’, river walk, parks, ‘Epicurious Garden’, lively café scene, and see the ‘Wheel of Brisbane’. A perfect spot for an ice cream, just like ‘Ice Cream’ and even bin-chicken spotting!  And “The creek is……..BEAUTIFUL!!” Yes, it is! Walk along what appears to be ‘The Creek’!

After your exciting time at Bluey's World you will be transferred to The Crocodile Hunter Lodge for a 2 night stay. This property is nestled into the bush beside Australia Zoo, near the iconic ancient peaks of the Glass House Mountains and golden Sunshine Coast beaches. Immersed within lush bushland and home to an array of native wildlife, this property has been built from the aspirations of the original Wildlife Warrior, Steve Irwin. The design pays homage to the Australian outback, incorporating rammed earth, raw and recycled finishes within a contemporary aesthetic. Timbers from a crocodile-viewing grandstand that Steve Irwin personally built at the zoo were recycled into the interior fit-out of the building. It has an exciting multi-species habitat which is home to red kangaroos, emus and koalas. Guests can admire these wonderful animals from their unique, family-friendly rustic cabins, or while sitting in the outdoor dining area of the restaurant or relaxing in the infinity pool. The lodge has also created a new home for Australia Zoo’s southern koalas.

Day 5: Sunshine Coast Hinterland

Australia Zoo
Accommodations: The Crocodile Hunter Lodge in a 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Cabin.

Includes: Breakfast. Admission to Australia Zoo.

Sunshine Coast Hinterland: One of the most quintessential landmarks on the Sunshine Coast - eleven peaks that rise dramatically from the coastal plains. Their beauty caught the attention of Captain James Cook in 1770 who named them the Glass House Mountains because they reminded him of glass furnaces back in Yorkshire. Formed over 26 million years ago, these volcanic plugs are spiritually significant to the local Aboriginal people and are listed on the Queensland and National Heritage Registers as a landscape of national significance.

Spend your day exploring the famous Australia Zoo. Australia Zoo is home to a team of passionate conservationists working around-the-clock to deliver an animal experience like no other. Cuddle a koala, walk with a Sumatran Tiger and watch a crocodile launch from the waters edge. Australia Zoo is the ultimate wildlife adventure delivering conservation through exciting education.

Day 6: Sunshine Coast Hinterland to Sunshine Coast

Accommodations: Mantra French Quarter Noosa in a 1 Bedroom Apartment.

Includes: Breakfast. Private Car/Driver The Crocodile Hunter Lodge to Noosa Heads.

Just north of Brisbane, Queensland’s Sunshine Coast offers a relaxed, yet sophisticated lifestyle. Encompassing the coastline from Caloundra to Rainbow Beach and the lush countryside of the hinterland, the beauty of this region will captivate you. The beaches of the Sunshine Coast are varied from gentle waves to serious surf, while idyllic coastal towns are perfect for both romantic getaways and family holidays. If you prefer a cosy holiday nestled amongst the hills and beautiful Glass House Mountains, then head to the hinterland where you can browse among local delicacies at markets and fresh food stalls.

Noosa Head combines natural beauty with award-winning restaurants and a sleepy-town atmosphere. Listed as an official Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO, Noosa is home to a range of pristine natural environments - from waterways full of birdlife to rocky headlands where you can watch whales swim past. Noosa's Main Beach is one of the only north-facing beaches on the east coast of Australia and is calm on most days. Noosa River connects with a series of beautiful lakes and is best experienced by canoe, kayak or river cruise. After exploring the natural wonders, head to Hastings Street - a relaxed, pedestrian-friendly thoroughfare where locals and visitors enjoy shopping, alfresco dining and people-watching.

This beachside resort located on Noosa’s famous Hastings Street and offers direct access to the shopping, dining and entertainment hub. From its doorstep guests can also walk to the National Park and Main Beach. Offering standard or deluxe one and two bedroom self-contained apartments featuring their own balcony or courtyard, ideal for enjoying the views of the resort pool or gardens or to people watch if your apartment looks over Hastings Street.

Day 7: Sunshine Coast

Accommodations: Mantra French Quarter Noosa in a 1 Bedroom Apartment.

Today is free to relax and explore this wonderful area on your own.

Day 8: Sunshine Coast

Habitat Noosa
Accommodations: Habitat Noosa Everglades Eco Camp in a Paperback Tent.

Includes: Private Car/Driver Noosa Heads to Everglades Eco Camp.

Habitat Noosa is a popular holiday park uniquely positioned in the National Park, 25 minutes from Noosa and a 5 minute boat ride to the Noosa Everglades. Set on a 65 acre site with 500 metres of beachfront on the Noosa River, it has a camp kitchen a bistro and Kiosk. The Paperbark tents are surrounded by trees and within a short walking distance to Lake Cootharaba. They feature an en-suite bathroom, access to power, ceiling fan, fridge and a private deck.

Day 9: Sunshine Coast

Serenity Cruise Tour
Accommodations: Habitat Noosa Everglades Eco Camp in a Paperback Tent.

Includes: Glass of beer or bubbles.

This morning is at your leisure to relax and explore on your own. This afternoon you'll enjoy a relaxing and informative 2.5 hour afternoon cruise through the “River of Mirrors” immersed in Australia’s Everglades. The cruise will take you on a journey of discovery through the Southern end of the Everglades system and offers spectacular photo opportunities. Australia’s Everglades are found in the Northern end of the Noosa River system, perched within the sand dunes of the Cooloola National Park. An untouched, pristine wilderness area awaits you. Over 44% of Australia’s bird species reside within this spectacular region. Pure freshwater pulses out of the Cooloola Sand mass and filters through the tea tree infused ecosystem into this unique river system – creating the most spectacular reflections you will ever see. Return to Habitat Noosa and make your own way to your accommodation.

Day 10: Sunshine Coast to Cairns (Gimuy)

Accommodations: Cairns Harbourside Hotel in a Premium Twin room.

Includes: Private Car/Driver Everglades Eco Camp to Sunshine Coast (Maroochydore) Airport. Private Car/Driver Domestic airport to Cairns City.

Cairns (Gimuy) lies at the centre of a tropical paradise on the shores of Trinity Bay, and is the gateway to some of Australia’s greatest natural attractions. Sitting offshore and shaping the city’s character is the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef, one of the world’s most popular diving sites. To the north of the city lies another World Heritage listed treasure, the ancient tropical rainforests of the Daintree National Park. The city itself offers a large range of accommodation options suiting all budgets, and visitors to Cairns will also be treated to a variety of international standard cafes and restaurants.

The Cairns Harbourside Hotel is a modern and comfortable hotel with a waterfront location close to Cairns City centre. The hotel offers casual, contemporary décor in peaceful surroundings with spacious guest rooms and accommodation suites, each with private balconies and elegantly appointed furnishings which reflect the tropical theme of the region. The swimming pool and spa area with landscaped gardens overlooks Cairns Esplanade.

This afternoon is at leisure to relax and explore on your own.

Your flight between Sunshine Coast and Cairns (Gimuy) is not included in your arrangements.

Day 11: Great Barrier Reef

Outer Reef Cruise & Snorkel
Accommodations: Cairns Harbourside Hotel in a Premium Twin room.

Includes: Breakfast. Hotel pick up and drop off, morning tea, snorkelling equipment, BBQ lunch, glass of wine or afternoon tea on return journey to Cairns, Environmental Management Fee (EMC) and levies.

Your tour commences with a transfer from your hotel to the Reef Fleet Terminal, where you will board your vessel. This 8.5 hour tour includes 5 hours spent visiting two spectacular Outer Great Barrier Reef destinations, with plenty of time to enjoy relaxing and sun bathing on three deck levels. Upon your return to the Reef Fleet Terminal you will be transferred to your Cairns area accommodation.

Day 12: Kuranda

Grand Kuranda Tour
Accommodations: Cairns Harbourside Hotel in a Premium Twin room.

Includes: Breakfast. Hotel pickup and drop off, Kuranda Scenic Railway, Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, Army Duck Rainforest Tour, Tropical Fruit Orchid, Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience, Koala & Wildlife Park, Lunch, Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.

You will be collected from your hotel for your 10 hour tour Grand Kuranda Gold Class tour, where you will be transferred to the Kuranda Scenic Railway. Wind through tunnels and over bridges on this magnificent journey, passing Stoney Creek and Barron Falls. In Kuranda Village wander through the picturesque Village in the Rainforest. Marvel at the largest butterfly flight aviary in the country at Australian Butterfly Sanctuary with a guided tour through the landscaped gardens. Transfer to the award winning Rainforestation Nature Park attraction and experience an Army Duck Rainforest Tour with Tropical Fruit Orchard and the Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience. At the Koala & Wildlife Park join a guided tour to see crocodiles, wombats, snakes, dingoes and a cassowary and hand feed kangaroos and wallabies. You will then be transferred to Skyrail Rainforest Cableway where you will glide over the canopy of pristine World Heritage Rainforest with stops at Barron Falls and Red Peak Stations before returning to Cairns, where you will be transferred to your Cairns area accommodations.

Gold Class Service Includes: Dedicated host service, individual seating in lounge-style chairs, historical décor. Quality refreshments including sparkling Australian wine, beer, orange juice, soft drink, ice water, mocktails, tea, coffee and appetisers and a chilled refresher towel during the journey. Gift pack including Kuranda Scenic Railway badge, pen, postcard and postage. Souvenir trip guide.

Day 13: Cairns (Gimuy)

End of Tour

Includes: Breakfast. Private Car/Driver Cairns City to International Airport.

This marks the end of your exciting and enriching Queensland adventure.

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Terms & Conditions

All rates will be quoted in the applicable currency and will be valid for travel during the seasonality dates booked. Should existing Government charges change or new charges be introduced prior to travel, we reserve the right to requote. International airfares may be subject to fuel surcharges at the time of booking. Rates are not valid over special event periods when surcharged rates and/or minimum stays may apply. All tours must be started and completed within the validity dates of the rates shown for the specific rate to be applicable. Travel that crosses between rate validity, or where there is a seasonality note, will be subject to a special quotation. All prices are subject to the availability of the specified services and contracted rates at the time of booking. COST EXCLUDES • Internal Australian flights (unless otherwise specified) • Internation flights • Supplier surcharges when date/time of service required occurs on a public holiday or outside of standard hours • Optional tours and services • Meals other than those specified above • Beverages • Gratuities • Items of a personal nature (e.g. telephone calls, mini bar, laundry, etc.) • Travel insurance (cancellations, loss of deposits, delays, etc.). For Bluey's World The Supplier is Andrew Kay Events Pty Ltd. Supplier hereby grants to Southern World a limited, non-transferable, non-exclusive license to use all logos, names or marks pertaining to “Bluey’s World: Brisbane” (the “Event”) for the purpose of merchandising and promoting the Event.

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