Ocean to Hinterland
Overview
Enjoy a self-driving journey at leisure through the Queensland region. See a koala sanctuary, discover the marine life of Tangalooma, and stroll through the rainforest at Lamington National Park in Queensland.
Format
Locations
- Brisbane
- Gold Coast
Inclusions
- Round-trip flight to Brisbane, Australia (if the flight and hotel package option is chosen)
- 9 nights of accommodation in a 4-star hotel or similar
- Private airport transfer to hotel in Brisbane
- Entry into the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and a river cruise upon return
- Boat transfer, lunch, and Eco Ranger Experience
- Tangalooma Marine Discovery day pass with access to resort and full use of facilities
- 5-day car rental (Hyundai i30 or similar with inclusive cover)
- Lamington National Park-guided rainforest tour
- Earn 4,000 extra Aeroplan® points per member on this tour for travel completed by December 31, 2025.
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Brisbane
Upon arrival in Brisbane, take your private transfer to your hotel and check in, where you will spend the next four nights.
Enjoy your day at leisure to explore the stunning harbour, cultural life, dynamic food scene, and vibrant cityscape of the city, as well as its outstanding contemporary and colonial architecture.
Day 2
Brisbane
Make your way to the Cultural Centre Public Pontoon for your early morning meet-up.
with your group to visit the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and to enjoy a river cruise on the way back.
Enjoy the informative commentary from your captain as you glide along Brisbane’s waterfront. You’ll also have three hours to explore the world’s largest koala sanctuary and see platypuses up close.
Return to the hotel and enjoy the rest of the day your way.
Day 3
Brisbane – Tangalooma
Meet the group for an excursion to Tangalooma, where you enjoy a cruise along the Moreton Bay Region’s protected marine park. Motor along the bay in a pontoon boat with a knowledgeable guide and catch a glimpse of the marine life beneath the surface.
Return to the hotel and spend the rest of your day at leisure.
Meal(s): Lunch
Day 4
Brisbane – At leisure
Enjoy the day exploring the city at your leisurely pace.
Day 5
Brisbane – Lamington National Park
Check out of your hotel and pick up the car rental to drive to the Lamington National Park.
Check into the hotel for two nights.
Day 6
Lamington National Park
All aboard the four-wheel-drive bus for a guided rainforest tour to the mystical Glow Worm Experience! Perch yourself beside the secluded gully, home to millions of ancient glow worms illuminating the cliff face in a blanket of twinkling stars.
Keep your eyes peeled for other nocturnal dwellers such as pademelons, possums, bandicoots, frogs, insects, and even a carpet python or a Lamington spiny crayfish (if you’re lucky)! Torches are required on this evening tour.
Day 7
Lamington National Park – Gold Coast
Check out of your hotel and head to the Gold Coast for the following two nights.
The Gold Coast is a modern city of glittering high-rise buildings built around superb beaches, including the world-renowned ‘Surfers Paradise.’.
Dive into the lively nightlife nearby, international theme parks, and designer boutiques. Experience the opulent Palazzo Versace or head to the hinterland for rainforest walks and spa retreats.
Day 8
Gold Coast – At leisure
Continue exploring the region at your own pace.
Day 9
Gold Coast – Brisbane
Check out of your hotel and make your way back to Brisbane, where you will check into an airport hotel for the evening.
Day 10
Brisbane
Return your rental car at the airport and board your flight back to Canada.
Accomodations
Where you'll stay
Location
Hotel
Room details
Type of bed(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 3 people (3 adults, or 2 adults and 1 child)
Unless otherwise specified, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.
Important Information
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Daily service:
- January 2, 2024, until March 31, 2026.
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Not included:
- Transfers (unless specified)
- Optional excursions
- Porterage fees
- Any meals/beverages (unless specified)
- Fuel, parking fees, traffic violations, additional driver fee, car upgrades, roadside assistance, insurance coverage, child car seats, luggage racks, additional rental nights, late-drop off fees
- Airport service charges, personal accident insurance
- Gratuities
- Visa requirements
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Excursions mentioned in the itinerary are all included in the package but may be rescheduled to take place on an earlier or later day or replaced with an alternate option depending on availability, weather, seasonality, and operational reasons beyond the supplier’s control.
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- Private airport transfer on arrival
- Car rental
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The sequence of the itinerary may be altered for reasons beyond the supplier’s control, such as accommodation availability, weather, national events, strikes, etc.