Discover some of Brisbane's best tucked-away bars and laneway watering holes. Learn about the city’s craft beer scene and the brewers who are revolutionising Australia’s beer market. Enjoy one complimentary welcome drink, plus beer, ale, and cider tastings at numerous boutique bars and pubs. Explore the historical edge of Brisbane with fascinating perspectives on the 100th anniversary of the ANZAC landings, the city’s convict heritage, and more.
Enjoy a lazy subtropical afternoon with cocktails, local chocolatiers and behind-the-scenes fashion tours as you explore Brisbane away from the tourist track. Pamper yourself with a complimentary welcome mixer and multiple food and drink tastings at Brisbane’s trendiest venues. Get an insider’s peek at some of the city's best local stores and labels, bars, and restaurants. Learn about the art of cocktail-making with a poolside mixology class.
We want you to have a fun, relaxing time in Brisbane without the stress of not knowing your way around. Enjoy a fun day out with your own private english speaking driver and transport. With this unique charter you will have the liberty to go wherever you want to go and see whatever you want to see.
You can plan your own touristic route, visiting the busy city or exploring the Brisbane city. There are many ways to explore Brisbane but one of the most comfortable and interesting ways is surely on this tour with a private car charter. Brisbane Car Charter is a free program using a private air conditioned car, a friendly English speaking driver and the possibility to go wherever you want to go. Sit back and enjoy the ride and when something catches your eye feel free to stop and wander around.
This is how you will see Brisbane with a personalized route. What do you want to do? On this excursion the experienced driver will show you the culture, beauty and traditions of this wonderful Country. Furthermore you can discuss with the driver which itinerary you would like to have depending on your mood and interests. The list goes on and you have the freedom to choose whatever you feel like doing. This definitely is the best way to see Brisbane, there is no better way to travel.
Australia Zoo - a legacy of Steve Irwin, is home to Australia's most incredible wildlife. Get up close and personal with amazing animals... snake handling, birds demonstration, tortoise encounter and Salt Water Crocodiles! ravel north from Brisbane to Australia Zoo enjoying views of the majestic Glasshouse Mountains bordered by pineapple farms and pine forests as you travel along Steve Irwin Way scenic route.
There is plenty of time to experience this wildlife “Theme Park”. Witness many shows including crocodile feeding and snake handling. The handlers even walk some animals through the park so you can get “up close and personal.” Australia Zoo believes in “conservation through exciting education”, and will ensure you have a wildlife experience you’ll never forget.
Points of interest:
Watch the Australia Zoo Wildlife Warrior Show in the Crocoseum where all the crocodile action happens!
Jump on board Steve's Safari Shuttle hosted by friendly and knowledgable guides
Perhaps have a bite to eat at the Dingo Diner or Feeding Frenzy Foodcourt (own expense)
Free-flight bird show
Animal encounters allow you to get amongst it and get involved
Koalas, kangaroos, snakes, birds, alligators, possums and much more!
A Wildlife Studio photo from Australia Zoo (two for one offer exclusive to Gray Line customers)
Visit the Tiger Temple - home to the critically endangered Sumatran and Bengal Tigers
See the amazing multi species Africa exhibit
Get a taste of Brisbane on this half-day guided tour of the places and architecture that characterise Queensland's capital city. Learn the history of this fast growing cosmopolitan centre and enjoy a cruise on the Brisbane River.
See the sights of historic Brisbane, Australia's third largest city and Queensland's capital city, with its fresh, innovative and vibrant CBD. From a trendy cafe club culture to thriving shops and 19th century sandstone buildings, learn the history and culture behind this up and coming metropolitan centre.
See Brisbane from a height aboard the Wheel of Brisbane, taking in views across the city before enjoying a river cruise with morning tea on the Brisbane River.
Points of interest:
Coach Tour
Views of St Stephen's Cathedral and Cathedral Square
Pass the City Botanic Gardens, located on the edge of the Brisbane River
Travel under Story Bridge, a heritage listed steel cantilever bridge spanning the Brisbane River
Parliament House - the meeting place of the Queensland Government
Glimpse the Treasury Hotel & Casino
Anzac Square in the heart of Brisbane and home to the Shrine of Remembrance
Heritage listed City Hall, built in the 1920's
Kangaroo Point Cliffs - panoramic views of Brisbane
Cross the Brisbane River by the Captain Cook Bridge and Story Bridge
Travel through Fortitude Valley - home to a mix of the old and new
Chinatown
Queens Street Mall - Brisbane's main shopping precinct
River Cruise
Enjoy a scenic cruise on the Brisbane River
Spectacular views of waterfront homes and the Brisbane skyline
Cruise under Story Bridge - built during the Great Depression
South Bank parklands
Pass the famous XXXX Brewery and Suncorp Stadium en-route to the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, the world's first and largest Australian Wildlife reserve to cuddle a koala and have your photo taken, pat a kangaroo, see wombats, emus and platypus and enjoy an Australian animal show.
Get to know our unique native wildlife before we drive to the scenic lookout of Mount Coot-tha, enjoying panoramic views out towards Brisbane city and Moreton Bay.
Points of interest:
Anzac Square - location of the Anzac Memorial and Shrine of Remembrance
Roma Street parklands
Suncorp Stadium
XXXX Brewery
Visit Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary - home to over 130 koalas
Perhaps have your photo taken while you hold a cuddly koala (own expense)
Experience an emu encounter
Opportunity to hand feed kangaroos (own expense)
Tasmanian devils and wombats
Join in on the koala presentation
See sheepdog and shearing show and platypus in captivity
Pass Mt Coot-tha Botanical Gardens and Brisbane Planetarium
Mt Coot-tha Lookout - spectacular views toward Brisbane city, Moreton Island and Stradbroke Island
Enjoy a city tour, river cruise and sky high experience on the Wheel of Brisbane. Learn of the history and culture of this trendy and vibrant city. Your tour also takes in Mt Coot-tha Lookout and Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.
See the sights of historic Brisbane, Australia's third largest city and Queensland's capital, with its fresh, innovative and vibrant CBD. From a trendy cafe club culture to thriving shops and 19th century sandstone buildings, enjoy a city tour, river cruise and sky high experience on the Wheel of Brisbane before strolling the arts and man-made beach precinct of Southbank Parklands.
Your tour also takes in Mt-Coot-tha Lookout for stunning views of Brisbane, Moreton Island and Stradbroke Island and Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. A snapshot of Brisbane for history lovers.
Points of interest:
Cathedral Square
Pass the Botanic Gardens
Pass under Story Bridge, detailed commentary of 16 sites
Parliament House
Conrad Treasury Hotel
Anzac Square
City Hall
Kangaroo Point Cliffs – panoramic views of Brisbane and the river
Cross Captain Cook Bridge and Story Bridge
Suncorp Stadium
XXXX Brewery
Visit Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary - Home to over 130 Koalas
Cuddle a Koala and have your photo taken (own expense)
Experience an emu encounter
Opportunity to hand feed kangaroos (own expense)
See Tasmanian devils and wombats
Join in on the Koala Presentation
Platypus in captivity
Free shows and native Australian animal exhibits
Pass the Mt Coot-tha Botanical gardens and the Brisbane Planetarium
Spectacular views from Mt Coot-tha Lookout towards Brisbane city, Moreton Island and Stradbroke Island
A giant aquatic playground of stunning surf beaches, winding residential canals and broad rivers all backed by rainforest mountains and waterfalls combine to create a day of exciting natural contrasts.
Let us show you some of the Gold Coast’s best features before heading into the cool rainforests and the endless appeal and natural beauty of the Hinterland. See Palazzo Versace, Marina Mirage and the beautiful Broadwater. We also visit Natural Bridge, nestled in the World Heritage listed Springbrook National Park, with spectacular panoramic views and magnificent rainforests. Be guided through the sub-topical rainforest on a walk to Natural Bridge Falls and travel through the beautiful Numinbah Valley.
Points of interest:
River Cruise
Enjoy a scenic cruise on Nerang River
Million dollar homes
Enjoy morning tea on board
Cruise around Chevron Island and under the Gold Coast Bridge - officially marking the end of Nerang River and the Southport Broadwater Entrance
Mariners Cove - a commercial marina
Coach Tour
Lunch stop is at Australia Fair Shopping Centre
Sheraton Mirage and Palazzo Versace
Magnificent views of the surrounding ranges built by lava including the Border Ranges, Tamborine Mountain and the McPherson Ranges
Springbrook National Park World Heritage site - magnificent waterfalls, lush rainforest, ancient trees - this is a region of extraordinary ecological importance and natural beauty
Take a guided walk through the rainforest
Natural Bridge Cave in Springbrook National Park - a naturally formed rock arch and waterfall over Cave Creek
Return to the Gold Coast and Brisbane through Numinbah and Nerang
Immerse yourself in paradise surrounded by waterfalls and rainforest millions of years old. Walk along the treetops at Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk then travel to Gallery Walk and sample local produce and find unique souvenirs.
Put on your walking shoes and enjoy rare butterflies, crystal clear waterfalls, creeping rainforest vines and ancient trees at multimillion dollar eco-attraction, Skywalk. An outstanding day out, you will see indigenous birds, insects and the freshwater fish aquarium at the interpretive centre and cafe.
Tour travels via Tamborine Mountain's pretty retail precinct, Gallery Walk, with its European ambience. Bring your camera to snap Canyon Falls Lookout and breathtaking Purlingbrook Falls.
Points of interest:
Visit Springbrook National Park
Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk
Visit Purlingbrook Falls
See Canyon Falls Lookout
Head inland into the vast mountain range of Eucalypt forest
Tamborine Mountain in the Gold Coast Hinterland
Gallery Walk - premier arts, crafts, giftware, fashion, jewelry and dining precinct
Time to walk and browse this picturesque strip with its cluster of art galleries and boutique shops
Fresh produce such as cheese, jam and fudge
See the European style cuckoo clock shop
Time to visit local wineries
O’Reilly’s is situated in the center of the cool, quiet rainforest of World-Heritage listed Lamington National Park, with its spectacular panoramic views.
Prior to your arrival at O’Reilly’s, enjoy a stroll along the ‘Gallery Walk,’ Mt Tamborine’s unique local art and crafts shops. Upon arrival at O’Reilly’s, you’ll be enchanted by the calls of an amazing array of native birds, not to mention the friendliness and hospitality of this renowned family-owned guesthouse. Enjoy life in the top of the trees as you take a stroll along the ‘Tree Top Walk’ 16 meters above the rainforest floor.
Points of interest:
Head inland into the mountain range of Eucalypt forest
Mt Tamborine in the Gold Coast hinterland
Mt Tamborine offers a wonderful opportunity to wander through Gallery Walk - a collection of restaurants, galleries, wineries and a cheese factory
Perhaps enjoy a local speciality at Granny Mac's - tantalizing fudge and confectionery made on the premises! What a treat! (own expense)
Wind your way through the forest to 'The Goat's Track' - original logging route and the only road to O'Reilly's
Spectacular scenery of ancient Beech trees and sub-tropical rainforests
Pass the Kokoda Army Barracks - Jungle Warfare Training Centre
Lamington National Park - gazetted in 1944 and heritage listed for its significant species of flora and fauna
Hear stories of the heroic rescue by Bernard O’Reilly’s of Stinson plane crash survivors and the fascinating life of these early pioneers
Immerse yourself in the surrounds of the sub-tropical rainforest of the Green Mountains
Visit O'Reilly's on the top of the mountain
See the rich variety of bird life who call this paradise home - chance to feed the beautiful Crimson Rosellas and King Parrots (own expense)
O'Reilly's Mountain Cafe - enjoy spectacular views of the mountain range while dining from the balcony
Visit an Alpaca Farm and souvenir/retail shop (N/A Tuesdays, will visit Kamarun Lookout instead)
Enjoy spectacular views of the mountain ranges
An unforgettable day out, where you come face to face with intelligent playful wild dolphins. Discover a tropical island escape close to inner city Brisbane. A winning combination of crystal clear seas, white sand and untouched national parks, Tangalooma Resort on Moreton Island is a pristine wonderland waiting to be explored.
Spend the day relaxing by the resort pool or challenge yourself to sand tobogganing. At sunset get an unique experience handfeeding wild dolphins and savour island life for a day. Look out for turtles, dugong, starfish and schools of tropical fish!
Points of interest:
Return Coach transfers
Access to day lounge
Over 80 activities on the resort
Over 40 free land based activities on the resort
Introductory on board video on activities and tours available on the resort
Moreton Island - third largest sand island in the world
Spend the day at leisure at Tangalooma Island Resort
Swim in the resort pools or crystal clear unspoilt beaches
Lunch voucher valid at any open resort food outlet
Desert Safari Tour - try thrilling sand tobogganing - exhilarating stuff for fun lovers!
Wild dolphin feeding at sunset
Return 75 minute cruise to Moreton Island
Enjoy with the Essential Pack: Croc Express to Australia Zoo and O'Reilly's Green Mountains and get up close and personal with amazing animals... snake handling, birds demonstration, tortoise encounter and Salt Water Crocodiles, as well as visiting the center of the cool, quiet rainforest of World-Heritage listed Lamington National Park, with its spectacular panoramic views, situated in O’Reilly’s.
First Day: Croc Express to Australia Zoo
Australia Zoo - a legacy of Steve Irwin is home to Australia's most incredible wildlife. Get up close and personal with amazing animals... snake handling, birds demonstration, tortoise encounter and Salt Water Crocodiles! Ravel north from Brisbane to Australia Zoo enjoying views of the majestic Glasshouse Mountains bordered by pineapple farms and pine forests as you travel along Steve Irwin Way scenic route.
There is plenty of time to experience this wildlife “Theme Park”. Witness many shows including crocodile feeding and snake handling. The handlers even walk some animals through the park so you can get “up close and personal.” Australia Zoo believes in “conservation through exciting education”, and will ensure you have a wildlife experience you’ll never forget.
Points of interest:
Watch the Australia Zoo Wildlife Warrior Show in the Crocoseum where all the crocodile action happens!
Jump on board Steve's Safari Shuttle hosted by friendly and knowledgable guides
Perhaps have a bite to eat at the Dingo Diner or Feeding Frenzy Foodcourt (own expense)
Free-flight bird show
Animal encounters allow you to get amongst it and get involved
Koalas, kangaroos, snakes, birds, alligators, possums and much more!
A Wildlife Studio photo from Australia Zoo (two for one offer exclusive to Gray Line customers)
Visit the Tiger Temple - home to the critically endangered Sumatran and Bengal Tigers
See the amazing multi species Africa exhibit