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Explore Brisbane by bicycle on a leisurely tour with a local guide who shows you the highlights of this dynamic city, including the South Bank Parklands, Central Business District and City Botanic Gardens. Pedal along bike paths near the Brisbane River and learn about the city’s history and landmarks, plus get the inside scoop on great restaurants, bars, shops and nightlife from the perspective of a local. On the longer morning tour, you also visit New Farm and Teneriffe; in the summer (remember, that is December–February here), you can opt for a twilight tour.
Make your way to South Bank Parklands to meet your guide. Begin the tour with a safety briefing, and get outfitted with a sturdy city bike and helmet.This small-group Electric Bike Tour is limited to 10 people and is ideal for first-time visitors or those wanting to see more of the city. Discover the magic of Brisbane we will tell you some history and also the places where the locals go.
Discover the less explored parts of Brisbane as you go to places where only bikes go. We also believe that adventure is not only for the youngest and fittest, that is why ALL fitness levels are welcome.
Set on an old disused container wharf, ‘Eat Street Markets’ is a wonderment of the senses. From aromatic international cuisines and boutique beers, to the enchanting sights and sounds of live performers. Join your friendly local guide as we take a beautiful and leisurely ride around the twists and turns of the Brisbane River to experience Brisbane's best night food markets. The tour is a small group 4-hour experience departing at 4:30 pm every Friday and Saturday when the markets are on.
ItineraryDURATION: 4 - 5HRS
DEPARTS: MONDAY / WEDNESDAY / FRIDAY / SUNDAY:Â
 8:30am pick up  (June - Oct)Â
 7:30am - pick up (Oct - May)
* 7:30am / 8:30an - complementary pick up from accommodation in Port Douglas
* 30 minutes drive to start of Bump Track
* 15 minutes to prep equipment and fit bikes to riders
* 15 minutes safety briefing and short skills demonstration with your experienced and tour guide
*Â depart on tour of our famous Bump Track
* Approx 12:30pm- arrive back in Port Douglas with a ride along Four Mile Beach
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Butterflies, Beaches & The Beak. An easy, short (3.4km return), pretty walk through coastal rainforest to Coral Beach. This secret, secluded beach will take your breath away with its abundance of white coral, rugged, tree-lined shores and sparkling turquoise waters. Relax on the beach or continue to The Beak for a panoramic view of the Whitsunday Islands. Tour also includes a bonus photo opportunity at the oldest, most beautiful port of Airlie Beach, Shute Harbour.
ItineraryThe perfect 7.2km wander for a wayfarer looking to get off the beaten track and capture some of the best views of the Whitsundays. Climb to the top of Mt Rooper for stunning (almost) 360° views of the Whitsunday Passage. Engage your inner explorer on the walk through rugged rainforest to Swamp Bay - a peaceful, hidden beach full of natural treasures. This tour also includes a photo opportunity at Airlie's original and most scenic port, Shute Harbour.
ItineraryThis 2.0 hour small-group Electric Bike Tour is limited to 10 people and is ideal for first-time visitors or those wanting to see more of the city. Discover the magic of Brisbane under lights. As you pedal the city streets see how artfully placed lighting on buildings, trees and bridges transform the city into a surreal, vibrant world with surprises around every corner.
ItineraryLearn about Brisbane’s many ‘City Firsts’. This tour involves visiting some of the most famous sights of Brisbane while listening to unusual tales, stories and curiosities.
Discover the city’s heritage journey as a birthplace of new ideas, innovations, and intriguing events. This fun tour features over 100 facts and unique tales of Brisbane’s buildings, history, transport, technology, religion, science, music, food, education, sports, industry, culture, literature and politics.
Located within the beautiful Scenic Rim of South East Queensland, Summer Land Camel Farm is just a 45 minute drive from Brisbane's CBD and 80 minutes from the Gold Coast.
With this ticket, Summer Land Camel's professional cameleers will guide you on a behind the scenes tour through the world's largest wild camel training centre, dairy operation, cheese, gelato and skincare production facilities.
Your Experience will include:
* Learn about camels and Australia's camel history
* Taste the delicious camel milk and learn how it is processed into cheese and gelato
* Understand the benefits of camel milk for your skin and view the production facility
* View the advanced product development laboratory in action
* Go inside the restricted access food and skincare production facilities
* And much more
Fraser Island and Moreton Island are the world's largest sand islands and are the "must-see places" in South East Queensland. Cruise across the beach, sand dunes and bush lands on unique 4WD buses with the best value package tour. This tour is perfect for low fitness travellers.
Choose a private room or shared room for your accommodation in 2 locations (see Pricing for options). *Parents travelling with minors 16 years and below MUST book their own private room due to Duty Of Care Legislation.
Please note: an additional cost of AU$110 per adult / AU$95 per child 13 years & below is payable in cash to driver prior to departure to cover national parks and ferry fees during this tour.
Visit the notorious Boggo Road Gaol on a 2 hour ghost tour. Hear historical ghost stories from prisoners and warders. Learn about the gaol’s history, gallows, executions as well as life and death on the inside. One of the most notorious Australian prisons of the 20th century, Boggo is haunted by its often violent past. Ghost stories from warders and inmates date back to the 1930′s – many had experiences they could not explain. This is one of Australia’s premier historical ghost tours. If ever a gaol was haunted, then Boggo Road Gaol would be…
Embark on the ultimate 4WD adventure across the world's largest sand island! Take the time to explore, on this three day, action-packed, all-inclusive tour. You'll discover all of Fraser Island's must-see natural attractions, including the spectacular turquoise water of Lake McKenzie! Trek across golden sand dunes, wander through towering rainforests and meet travellers from the world-over, for an unforgettable island experience. Â
-Â Dive into crystal clear lakes and creeks
- Immerse yourself the native surrounds
- Have a laugh with our fun and engaging guides
-Â Island adventures by day, with good times at the Dingo Bar, by night
Experience the rainforest like never before. This is an experience that will be the highlight of your trip to the Wet Tropics.
We go where no other vehicles can.
Cycle historic rainforest tracks while being silently assisted by state-of-the-art Electric full suspension mountain bikes.
Learn about the oldest rainforest on earth from our experienced guides.
Enjoy the surreal beauty that surrounds you while you spot the unique fauna and flora along the way.
Small groups (max 5 people)
This tour gives you a taste of how the locals of Brisbane enjoy their city over a few afternoon drinks. Since you’re on vacation or bunking off from work, we invite you to join us for an Aperitivo Afternoon in Brisbane.
Relaxed afternoon drinks in Brisbane, take in some sites, make new friends and getting a sense of the Brisbane way of life. You will discover three wonderful bars, enjoy a quality drink at each of our stops and delight your taste buds with treats from the outstanding tasting plate.
Along the way, your host will point out important landmarks, give you the insider track on hidden gems and keep you entertained with stories of Brisbane.
With Straddie Day Tours, cruise in our 4WD bus "The Don" while you experience a full day on Minjerrabah (North Stradbroke Island) operates Tuesdays & Fridays. (Min of 10)
Our Stradbroke and Sirromet Winery (Surf & Turf) tour operates Wednesdays & Saturdays, combines the beauty of North Stradbroke Island and concluding at Sirromet Winery.(Min of 6 People)
Our Keep It Simple Straddie Tour operates on Mondays & Thursdays (Min of 6 people)
Our 4WD Cultural Tour includes cultural experiences.
Hear Dreamtime stories, Learn to throw a boomerang
Hear the sound of a didgeridoo, Lunch will be provided on all tours.
Swim and play on beaches.
4WD along pristine beaches
From June to October experience the amazing whale migration from one of the best land viewing points in the world. Our vehicle provides the ultimate comfort, with air conditioning, forward facing seats, large windows and the ability to drive off road. The team at Straddie Day Tours will make sure you have a fun filled day.
Visit Tropical Fruit World, where you can learn about tropical fruit around the world and taste the fruit grown on the farm. Cruise down the farm's waterway and feed the wild birds as they swim and swoop alongside the boat, then transfer to a miniature train for a ride through the eucalyptus trees.
A Segway tour offers an offbeat experience and the ability to cover more ground than walking. On this tour from Airlie Beach to Cannovale, you can zip along the Whitsunday Bicentennial Boardwalk, and glide by Pioneer Bay, Shingley Beach and the Coral Sea Marina while listening to your guide share insights into the area. Wrap up the tour with a stop for some dinner while watching the sun set over the Whitsunday Islands.
Charter your own boat for a fun-filled day of snorkeling and cruising from Port Douglas. Your captain takes your private group sailing on the Coral Sea aboard a Chinese junk boat that accommodates up to 13 passengers. Customize the itinerary to your interests, with options such as snorkeling, visiting a historical lighthouse, and looking for wildlife during a nature walk. Lunch, snacks, and snorkeling gear are provided.
Enjoy a full day to unwind at one of the most beautiful beaches in the Whitsunday Islands: postcard–perfect Whitehaven Beach. Have ample free time to swim far from the crowds, enjoy a guided hike to Solway Circuit Lookout and Chance Bay, and hike to Hill Inlet lookout for amazing views of the white sands and turquoise seas of Whitehaven Beach. Tour with your informative guide with numbers limited to 32-people and includes lunch and afternoon tea.
Dive deep into the cultural roots of Australia during this Blue Mountains tour from Sydney including round-trip transport, morning tea and scones, and a 2-course lunch. Watch a traditional aboriginal smoking ceremony at Katoomba Waterfall, and then head to the Waradah Aboriginal Centre and Featherdale Wildlife Park. End your day with a ferry ride up the Parramatta River into Sydney Harbour.
Explore Queensland’s Lamington National Park on this small-group hiking tour with an experienced guide. Part of the UNESCO–listed Gondwana Rainforests of Australia, Lamington boasts a pristine landscape of waterfalls, ancient trees, and native wildlife. Hike past Brush Box trees en route to Picnic Rock and then on to Elabana Falls before returning via the Tree Top Walk. Transportation from Gold Coast and Brisbane hotels is included. This tour is limited to 11 people to provide a small-group experience.
Take in the highlights of Agnes Water by land and sea on-board a unique LARC amphibious vehicle. Set out on a full-day adventure crossing tidal creeks, sandy beaches and 4WD drive trails, as you explore the Town of 1770 and Bustard Bay. Stop for lunch (included) on Middle Island, take in the views from the Bustard Head lighthouse, then get your adrenaline pumping as you try sandboarding (optional) down the dunes of Middle Island.
Named K’Gari (paradise) by the local Aborigines, Fraser Island features more than 100 freshwater lakes, extensive rain forests, and giant sand dunes. Explore the island with an expert guide who leads rainforest walks at Pile Valley, Central Station, Wanggoolba Creek, and the Hammerstone Sandblow, and provides swimming opportunities at Eli Creek, Lake McKenzie, the Champagne Pools, and Lake Wabby. Stay overnight at a lodge on Seventy-Five Mile Beach, see the Pinnacles and Maheno shipwreck, and have the option to book a scenic sightseeing flight on this fun and informative 2-day tour.
Airlie Beach and the Whitsunday Islands are famous for their spectacular natural scenery, but stepping off the beaten trail to explore independently can be dangerous. On this tour, enjoy an immersive experience in nature—with lunch and national park entry fees included. Following pickup at your Airlie Beach accommodation, seek out unique flora and fauna deep in the ancient rain forest—with free time for swimming at Cedar Creek Falls.
Get acquainted with Brisbane’s top attractions and landmarks on a 3-hour walking tour with a knowledgeable local guide. Stroll through the city’s streets, parks and laneways to see landmarks such as City Hall and its iconic clock tower, King George Square, the City Botanic Gardens, and the Cathedral of St Stephen — the oldest church in Queensland. Stop by Eagle Street Pier and view Story Bridge, which spans the Brisbane River near the CBD. Your guide shares stories about the history of Brisbane, the perfect introduction to this dynamic Australian city.
Take a guided tour of a miniature sugar mill and see how the sweet stuff is grown, harvested, crushed, processed, and turned into a variety of delicious boutique products. Enjoy a fun and fascinating excursion with an informative, engaging guide while sampling sugar in its many forms—everything from freshly cut cane and thick, delicious molasses to crystallized sweet treats.
Discover the wild side of the Whitsundays on an adreniline-fuelled 3.5-hour Segway tour. Learn to operate your easy-to-use self-balancing Segway, then follow your guide on a scenic 5.5-mile (9km) tour through the Conway National Park. Glide along serene rainforest trails, following part of the Whitsunday Great Walk and hop off to enjoy morning tea overlooking Impulse Creek. Best of all: full instruction and practice time is provided and there’s no experience necessary, so anyone can give it a go!
Take a leisurely river cruise from Brisbane to the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary to observe native Australian wildlife. This half-day tour departs from bustling Southbank and cruises along the Brisbane River with views of iconic landmarks on the way to Lone Pine. Upon arrival, enjoy ample time to meet the animals. Observe the platypus, and watch animal shows that feature sheepdogs and birds of prey. A great experience for animal lovers.
Immerse yourself in the natural wonders and Aboriginal heritage of Australia’s tropical north on this full-day tour from Cairns. First, head to the Mossman Gorge to take part in a traditional smoke ceremony with the indigenous Kuku Yalanji people. Then, enjoy a close encounter with native wildlife on the Marrdja Botanical Boardwalk and visit Cape Tribulation, the meeting point of the UNESCO-listed Great Barrier Reef and Daintree rainforest. After lunch at Cape Trib Beach House, embark on a scenic cruise along the Daintree River (optional).
Spend a day exploring beautiful Moreton Island on this hassle-free day tour, which includes ferries and four-wheel drive travel. Get out into lesser-explored corners of the island that can only be reached off-road, such as hidden beaches and lakes, and indulge in an Aussie-style picnic lunch. An ideal trip for travelers who want to explore wild Australian nature with the convenience of a local guide.
Leave busy Brisbane for a full-day tour that showcases the natural beauty of North Stradbroke Island. Swim in the surf or freshwater lakes, take a short guided hike, view whales and other marine animals from the beach and coastal lookouts, visit small towns including historic Dunwich and Amity, and go in search of the island’s population of wild kangaroos and koalas. Your small-group tour has numbers limited to 21 people, which ensures a more personalized experience with your knowledgeable guide.