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brisbane & the gold coast Tours Luxury Queensland
Luxury Queensland
Stay in luxurious, unique hotels as you explore this diverse state. Enjoy cosmopolitan Brisbane, scenic valleys, inland tropical rainforest and the unforgettable Great Barrier Reef.
- Style: Multi Centre Holiday
- Duration: 14 days/13 nights
- Starts in: Brisbane
Guide Price £4567
per person (based on 2 adults sharing a room)
Highlights:
- Brisbane
- Scenic Rim
- Hayman Island
- Lizard Island
- Cairns
Itinerary:
Days 1-2 Brisbane
Begin your adventure with a stay at the glamorous Emporium Hotel on Brisbane’s South Bank. Soak up incredible views from the rooftop bar, then wander down to the riverside for an alfresco meal.
Day 3 Brisbane to Scenic Rim
Pick up your car and head out of the city to spectacular Spicers Peak Lodge. Situated upon a mountaintop in the Scenic Rim, the lodge boasts magnificent views of the mountain amid pristine national park.
Day 4 Scenic Rim
Relax in the luxurious surroundings of this sumptuous lodge and indulge in incredible food in the award-winning restaurant. Have the chef prepare a gourmet picnic hamper which can be delivered to one of many scenic locations around the 3,000 hectare grounds, keeping your eyes peeled for shy rock wallabies amongst the bushland.
Day 5 Scenic Rim to Hayman Island
This morning, drive back to Brisbane and drop your car at the airport. Take the short flight to Hamilton Island and connect by seaplane to neighbouring Hayman Island, an idyllic Whitsunday retreat.
Days 6-7 Hayman Island Recently reopened after a complete multi-million dollar refurbishment, the contemporary
InterContinental Hayman Island Resort offers barefoot luxury, intuitive service, plus fantastic facilities and excellent restaurants. Snorkel straight from the shore, relax with an indulgent treatment in the state of the art spa or venture further afield on a cruise to iconic Whitehaven Beach.
Day 8 Hayman Island to Cairns
Today, leave the Whitsundays behind and fly to Cairns, where the rainforest meets the reef in Tropical North Queensland.
Days 9-10 Cairns
Your home for the next three nights is fun-loving and eco-focussed Riley, where innovative technology fuses with a strong commitment to responsible luxury. Spend a couple of days relaxing poolside, browse the shops and markets in town and enjoy cocktails in Rocco, Riley’s beautiful rooftop bar.
Day 11 Cairns to Lizard Island
Board your scenic flight to the paradise of Lizard Island, directly on the Barrier Reef.
Days 12-13 Lizard Island
This picture-perfect island boasts 24 powdery white sand beaches, a number of scenic walking trails and fantastic diving and snorkelling opportunities. A host of optional land and water based activities are available and guests will savour superb cuisine and incredible spa treatments.
Day 14 Lizard Island to Cairns
As you fly back towards Cairns for your onward journey, enjoy mesmerising views of the dazzling Great Barrier Reef below.
Prices
per person (based on 2 adults sharing a room)
Inclusions
- 2 days Intermediate Inclusive Plus car hire including zero excess insurance, unlimited mileage, 24 hour Roadside Assistance & additional drivers
- 13 nights 5
accommodation - breakfasts, 5 lunches & 5 dinners
- All drinks on days 3-4 at Spicers Peak Lodge & on days 11-14 at Lizard Island Resort
- Resort Activities:
- Spicers Peak Lodge;
- Walking trails
- Guided mountain biking
- 4WD discovery tour
- Stargazing deck
- Intercontinental Hayman Island resort;
- Rotating list of activities
- Fish feeding n Guided snorkel & paddleboard tours
- Nature walks & talks
- Whitehaven Beach & Whitsunday sightseeing tours
- Lizard Island Resort;
- Rotating list of activities
- Use of motorised dingies
- Guided snorkel tours
- Stand up paddleboards & kayaks
- Nature walks & talks
- One way private transfer from Brisbane airport to the
- Emporium South Bank Hotel
- Return seaplane transfers from Great Barrier Reef airport, Hamilton Island to InterContinental Hayman Island Resort Return private transfers from Cairnsairport to Riley
- Return scenic flight transfers from Cairns to Lizard Island Resort
Not Included
- International flights
- Internal flights not included
New offers every day
We negotiate new offers daily from discounted flights, tours and vehicle hire to free upgrades, added value and unique inclusions. Please call for our latest offers.
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Flights
As we can offer you such a flexible choice of flights, we don't include international airfares with our tour prices. The price you pay will be determined by the time of year you travel, your departure airport, airline and availability.
However, to give you a general idea of prices, flights to Brisbane currently cost from £766 in Economy, £2,392 in Premium Economy and £5,059 in Business Class
Your Trailfinders travel consultant will be able to find the best flights to suit you and your choice of tour. Please call for our latest offers.
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