Highlights
- Admission to Australia Zoo
- Full-day Fraser Island Tour
- Full-day Great Barrier Reef Tour
- Choice of 1 Unique Experience: a) Noosa River cruise with DIY BBQ Lunch, or b) Full Day The Great Beach Drive 4WD Tour
Package Inclusion:
- Return economy airfare
- 2 nights accommodation in Sunshine Coast
- 2 nights accommodation in Hervey Bay
- 2 nights accommodation in Bundaberg
- 7 days Hertz car rental (1.8-litre)
Depart Singapore Changi Airport for your fl ight to Brisbane, Queensland’s capital city
(Drive Time: 1.5 hrs)
Upon arrival, collect your car at the airport. Drive towards the naturally refreshing Sunshine Coast and experience a laidback lifestyle centered on pristine beaches, freshwater lakes, subtropical forests and warm sunshine. En route, stop at Maleny Dairies to savour fresh milk. Shop till you drop at the stylish Noosa, the trendy Mooloolaba or the twice-weekly Eumundi Markets. Visit Underwater World, acclaimed as the largest tropical oceanarium in the southern hemisphere to discover thousands of sea creatures or swim with the sharks. Nature lovers may watch the awesome hand-feeding of crocodiles at Australia Zoo. Accommodation: Noosa Entrance Waterfront Resort or similar
This afternoon, cruise along Noosa River and enjoy a DIY BBQ lunch onboard. Thereafter, begin your exploration of the quaint villages along Blackall Range, Glass House Mountains and the scenic Mary Valley. Continue to explore charming townships such as Mapleton, Montville and Maleny which offer stunning views. This evening, take leisurely rainforest walks, savour fresh produce, local wine and cheese or shop for fi ne art and crafts. Accommodation: Noosa Entrance Waterfront Resort or similar
(Drive Time: 2.5 hrs)
This morning, head towards Hervey Bay, an area brimful of history, beauty and attractions centered around sheltered waters. Hervey Bay boasts a 14-kilometre stretch of family-friendly beaches and is known as Australia’s whale watching capital where migrating whales can be seen from July to November. For family fun, you may head to WetSide Water Education Park, an environmentally friendly theme park that focuses on sustainability of water. Thereafter, immerse in the convivial atmosphere of the local craft and produce market held every Friday evening at Urangan Marina. Accommodation: Best Western Bundaberg City Motor Inn or similar
Today, embark on a full-day tour of Fraser Island, the largest sand island in the world. The heritage-listed island is also home to bountiful natural attractions such as stunning wetlands, heath decorated with wildfl owers and 1,000- year old rainforest trees. The tour will take you to Lake McKenzie, Central Station, Wanggoolba Creek, 75 Mile Beach, The Pinnacles, Maheno Shipwreck and Eli Creek. Accommodation: Best Western Bundaberg City Motor Inn or similar
(Drive Time: 1.5 hrs)
This morning, drive to Bundaberg. En route, you may drop by Mammino to savour award-winning homemade gourmet ice cream. Thereafter, proceed to Bundaberg Distilling Company Bondstore to taste Australia’s favourite rum and learn about its production process. Accommodation: The Point Resort or similar
The Bundaberg North Burnett region is the southern gateway to the iconic Great Barrier Reef and Australia’s premier location for the observation of turtles. Today, you may join a tour to Lady Elliot Island or Lady Musgrave Island. Thereafter, you may wish to proceed to Mon Repos Conservation Park for a Turtle Encounters tour for a chance to watch nesting turtles or hatchlings on the beach. Accommodation: The Point Resort or similar Note Mon Repos Conservation Park Turtle Encounters tour is only available from November to March. Nesting turtles and hatchlings can be viewed from November to January and January to March respectively.
(Drive Time: 4 hrs)
Depart Bundaberg for Brisbane. If time permits, you can do some last-minute shopping at Queen Street Mall before you return your car at the airport and catch your flight home.
The above itinerary is a suggested self-drive programme only. Refer to inclusion list on top for actual inclusions.
NOTE: Prices exclude airport taxes & surcharges. All hotel & seats reservations are subject to availability. Any increase in room rates arising from the events and conventions shall be borne by customers.