Noosa beach along the Sunshine Coast
Noosa beach along the Sunshine Coast
The Whitsundays and Airlie Beach
The Whitsundays and Airlie Beach
Noosa and K'Gari
Noosa and K'Gari

Best of Queensland East Coast Discovery Self-Drive

Mixed Board Basis 13 nights from £3,499 per person Including Flights

Overview

Discover some of Queensland’s most beautiful landscapes on this fantastic 13-nights self-drive tour through the state. Starting in Brisbane and ending in Atherton Tablelands, over the 14 days you’ll be exploring stunning Fraser Island, Noosa, Eungella, the Whitsundays, Airlie Beach and Mission Beach (GW).

This is also a great idea for a motorhome holiday - this would be a guide only, and you'll need to contact our travel experts for a more detailed motorhome itinerary.

Highlights  

  • Explore Fraser Island and Hervey Bay
  • Explore the beautiful Whitsundays
  • Discover the beauty of Fraser Island
  • Witness the beauty of Mission Beach
  • Enjoy the natural beauty of the Atherton Tablelands
  • Stay in Cairns

Tailor-make this holiday:
Our travel specialist can tailor-make this self-drive itinerary to your requirements, whether you’d like to extend your stay, change a hotel or perhaps you would like an upgraded stay along the way – our experts will be happy to create a tailor-made holiday for you.

Whats included?
  • Flights & taxes
  • Car Hire
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Day 1

Brisbane

Begin your trip with a night in Brisbane, staying at the Novotel Brisbane Southbank

Day 2

Brisbane – Sunshine Coast

Today you can drive to Noosa on the Sunshine Coast, taking in the beautiful waterways and beaches. This small national park boasts picturesque walks through costal scenery.

Day 3

Noosa

Enjoy a day at Noosa to enjoy at your own pace.

Day 4

Sunshine Coast – Hervey Bay – Fraser Island

Begin the day by travelling to Hervey Bay and hop on the catamaran to Fraser Island. Here you’ll find pretty walking tracks, long surf beaches, sand dunes, fresh water lakes, rainforest and around 230 species of bird.

Day 5

Fraser Island

Today is at your leisure to enjoy the beauty of Fraser Island.

Optional activities include a full day 4WD tour on Fraser Island, or a half day whale watching cruise (extra cost)

Day 6

Fraser Island – Hervey Bay – The Caves

Today you will catch the ferry back to Hervey Bay and make your way to The Caves to see these jaw-dropping above-ground caves.

Day 7

The Caves – Eungella

Today you will journey to Eungella, a stunning national park that is home to Australia’s largest stretch of sub-tropical rainforest.

Day 8

Eungella – Airlie Beach

Continue north to Airlie Beach, located in the centre of the Whitsunday Coast, and the departure point for many of these luscious islands. Take the time to enjoy Airlie Beach itself, with its gorgeous palm-studded beach and vibrant village.

Day 9

Whitsundays

Today is at your leisure for you to enjoy the beauty of the Whitsundays.

Optional tours include a full-day Camira Sailing Adventure (extra cost)

Day 10

Airlie Beach – Townsville

You’ll leave Airlie Beach today and head north to Townsville. Why not explore the beachfront promenade, enjoy a delicious lunch or picnic, or even spend the day at the water park.

Day 11

Townsville – Mission Beach

Heading further north, today you will travel to Mission Beach, a glorious beachside area with unique attractions, from horse riding, snorkelling, white water rafting to parachuting and rainforest walking - the opportunities to explore are endless.

Day 12

Mission Beach – Cairns

Today you will venture to the Atherton Tablelands, where you’ll find World Heritage rainforests, National Parks, rivers, waterfalls and charming small towns.

Day 13

Cairns

The day is free for you to spend as you wish. Why not take some time to further explore this naturally beautiful area.

Day 14

End of holiday

Today marks your last day of this tour.

  • International Flights
  • 13-nights' accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis
  • Car hire
  • Maps and itinerary

What’s Not Included

  • Optional excursions as mentioned in itinerary

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