Monthly Archives: February 2016

Morning City Sights – Brisbane

Morning City Sights - Brisbane Visit Kangaroo Point and Bartley's Lookouts where you will have a fantastic birds eye view of this subtropical capital. Brisbane is rich in history and this tour will take you past many historical and significant architectural buildings, including Parliament House, St Johns Cathederal and China Town. Enjoy morning tea by the river at the Breakfast Creek Hotel and explore the grounds of Newstead House, Queenslands oldest residence with its wide colonial verandahs overlooking the river. (The house is open for tours Monday to Friday, entry own expense) Your tour concludes at South Bank Parklands with over 17 hectares of lush gardens and lawns, you can take a stroll on the Clem Jones Promenade next to the Brisbane River or enjoy a meal at one of the many eateries.
Highlights:
  • Spectacular Kangaroo Point Cliffs
  • Roma Street Parklands
  • See historic Newstead House
  • Exlusive Brisbane Suburbs
  • China Town & Treasurt Casino
  • Parliament House & Botanical Gardens
  • South Bank Parklands
Operates: Daily
Departs & Returns: 09:30:00 - 12:30:00
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Grand Brisbane – Brisbane

Grand Brisbane - Brisbane Visit the historic Breakfast Creek Hotel. Sample the delights of colourful South Bank before an afternoon visit to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Mt Coot-tha Lookout. See the old "Mill" where treadmill walking convicts were used to grind grain.
Highlights:
  • Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
  • Paliament House
  • Treasury Casino
  • South Bank Parklands
  • Performing Arts Centre
  • Roma Street Parklands
  • Mt Cooth-tha Lookout
  • Koalas and Kangaroos
  • XXXX Brewery
  • Convict Building
  • Morning Tea and Coffee
  • Bartley‘s City Lookout
  • Exclusive Suburbs of Brisbane
  • St John‘s Cathedral
  • China Town
  • Tower Mill Observatory
Operates: Daily
Departs & Returns: 09:15:00 - 16:45:00
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City Tour and Winery – Brisbane

City Tour and Winery - Brisbane Enjoy a morning tour of Brisbane City and an afternoon at Sirromet Winery. This fast growing city attracts many with its relaxed lifestyle and beautiful scenery. Travel past the sandstone buildings of the GPO and Macarthur House. See the Anzac memorial and Shrine of Remembrance. Travel over Brisbane's Story Bridge, and catch the view of the city from the Kangaroo Point Cliffs. Stop for morning tea, and wander around the grounds at historical Newstead House, Brisbane's oldest residence. After a short break at Southbank Parklands, travel past "The Gabba" through the outer suburbs to Rural Redland Bay and Sirromet Winery. This rapily growing Bayside Region still with many operating strawberry farms and rural activity is a facinating place to visit. Enjoy a wine tour and tasting at one of Brisbane's most prestige winerys. Take in the breathtaking views, rolling vineyards and native bushland with views through to Moreton Bay and the sand ridges of North Stradbroke Island. If you're lucky you may also spot a kangaroo or two in the lower paddocks!
Highlights:
  • Sirromet Winery visit, tour and wine tasting with souvenir wine glass
  • Brisbane City Tour
  • Bayside Suburbs
Operates: - Tue. - Thur. - -
Departs & Returns: 09:15:00 - 16:30:00
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Brisbane Highlights with Lone Pine – Brisbane

Brisbane Highlights with Lone Pine - Brisbane This tour takes you past some of Brisbane's historic buildings including the oldest "the Mill / Observatory." Get a feel for Brisbane's convict past before travelling through the leafy sub tropical suburbs. Visit Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary (entry included) where you will have the opportunity to "Cuddle a Koala" (photos at own expense). Finish the afternoon with "top of the world" views of the city, bay and islands from Mt Coot-tha.
Highlights:
  • Convict Bbuilt "Tower Mill"
  • Historic Sandstone Buildings
  • Koalas and Kangaroos
  • Roma Street Parklands
  • Traditional Tin and Timber Homes
  • Mt Coot_tha Lookout & City views
  • Pass XXXX Brewery
  • Trendy Paddington
Operates: Daily
Departs & Returns: 13:30:00 - 16:45:00
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Best of Brisbane – Brisbane

Best of Brisbane - Brisbane Brisbane - Australia's only sub-tropical capital city has a lot to offer the discerning visitor. At every turn Brisbane is sure to surprise and delight with its charming mixture of trendy cafe club culture and historic sandstone buildings. Join us and experience the friendly nature of "Brisbanites".
Highlights:
  • River Cruise
  • Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
  • Paliament House
  • Treasury Casino
  • South Bank Parklands
  • Performing Arts Centre
  • Roma Street Parklands
  • Mt Cooth-tha Lookout
  • Koalas and Kangaroos
  • XXXX Brewery
  • Convict Building
  • Morning Tea and Coffee
Operates: Daily
Departs & Returns: 09:15:00 - 22:45:00
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Outer Barrier Reef – Sunlover Cruises – Cairns

Outer Barrier Reef - Sunlover Cruises - Cairns Sunlover Cruises cruise to Moore Reef and the Sunlover pontoon aboard a 330 passenger catamaran.
Highlights:
  • Courtesy hotel transfer from Cairns and beaches to Reef Fleet Terminal
  • Explore the wonders of the reef at your leisure by swimming or snorkelling
  • Enjoy a sumptuous tropical hot and cold lunch on board
  • Spectacular coral formations, colourful tropical fish, clams ... maybe meet a sea turtle!
  • View the coral reef and prolific fish life from semi - submersibles and glass bottom boats
  • Watch tropical fish feeding presentations.
Operates: Daily
Departs & Returns: 10:00:00 - 17:30:00
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Kuranda Rainforest – Cairns – Cairns

Kuranda Rainforest - Cairns - Cairns Tropical North Queensland rainforest is to experience nature at its finest! Rail, gondolas and amphibious army ducks all come together to enable you to appreciate the compelling enchantment of the rainforest.The rainforest village of Kuranda, Aboriginal dancing, a Dreamtime experience and native animals complete a special day.
Highlights:
  • Board the Kuranda Scenic Railway for a spectacular journey with stunning views
  • Pass massive Barron Falls, Stoney Creek and cross steep ravines
  • Time to explore Kuranda - the village in the rainforest
  • Browse in the markets, shops and art galleries or visit the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary (own expense)
  • Visit Rainforestation Nature Park set in a lush tropical environment
  • Enjoy a tropical BBQ lunch
  • Tour the world heritage rainforest in a 6 wheel drive amphibious army duck
  • Learn of rainforest ecology on land and water
  • Meet many of the unique inhabitants - butterflies, water dragons, pythons, turtles and eels
  • Tropical Fruit Orchard
  • Witness the Pamagirri Aboriginal dancers perform in the rainforest amphitheatre
  • Experience a dreamtime walk and learn of Aboriginal culture, spear throwing demonstrations and try your hand at boomerang throwing!
  • See native wildlife close - up - kangaroos, wombats, koalas and crocodiles
  • Perhaps have your photo taken with a cuddly koala (own expense)
  • Ride the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway over pristine rainforest just metres above the forest canopy
  • Short walks at Barron Falls and Red Peak offer stunning views and time to explore the forest floor
  • Sensational panoramic views of the Coral Sea, Green Island, Cairns City, lush tableland region and mountain ranges.
  • The rainforest village of Kuranda, Aboriginal dancing, a Dreamtime Experience and native animals complete a special day.
Operates: Daily
Departs & Returns: 08:00:00 - 17:30:00
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Green Island on the Reef – Cairns

Green Island on the Reef - Cairns Green Island is an idyllic coral cay in paradise. Snorkel off the beach over stunning coral reefs, ablaze with underwater colours and teeming with myriads of coloured exotic reef fish. Explore the island rainforest, walk around this tiny coral cay or simply relax and take it all in.
Highlights:
  • Courtesy hotel transfer from Cairns or Palm Cove to the Reef Fleet Terminal and board the "Big Cat"
  • Cruise to Green Island - you'll have 5.5 hours on the island
  • On board briefing of the days activities and options
  • Green Island - vivid aqua waters, superb beaches, tropical rainforests and fun
  • Snorkel from the beach and swim in the warm, crystal clear reef waters
  • Witness the stunning spectacle of the marine world - get acquainted with tropical fish, clams and anemones!
  • View the coral reef and prolific tropical fish from the semi - submarine and glass bottom boats
  • Perhaps visit Marineland Melanesia - a fascinating walk through a nautical museum featuring live crocodiles, tropical marine aquariums and melanesian artifacts (own expense)
  • Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch on board the "Big Cat"
  • Spend time browsing the resort shops or just relax on the white sandy beach
  • Optional activities include scuba diving, parasailing, surf skiing or canoeing (own expense) .
Operates: Daily
Departs & Returns: 09:00:00 - 17:00:00
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Cairns Highlights – Cairns

Cairns Highlights - Cairns Tour the highlights of Cairns then visit the tropical Botanic Gardens and Palm Cove.Resorts, white sand beaches and an azure tropical sea make the Coral Coast one of Australia's foremost destinations.
Highlights:
  • Cairns new beachside development
  • Cairns Esplanade paralleling the harbour
  • Historic Courthouse Hotel
  • Reef Casino Hotel
  • Grand verandahed pubs and heritage buildings
  • Pockets of dense rainforest
  • Bats and water birds
  • Visit the Royal Flying Doctor and learn of this remarkable service and its history
  • Enjoy a delicious Devonshire Tea at Mandy's Deli in trendy Edge Hill
  • Tropical homes and suburbs
  • Panoramic views over Cairns and surrounds from Copperlode Lookout
  • Take a guided walk through Flecker Botanic Gardens - a breathtaking collection of lush native and exotic tropical plants - orchids, palms, heliconia, bamboo, tropical fruits and vines
  • Visit stunning Paradise Palms Golf Course
  • Palm Cove - an idyllic tropical resort town
  • Stroll along the glorious beach front Williams Esplanade of Palm Cove.
Operates: - Mon. Tue. Wed. Thur. Fri. Sat.
Departs & Returns: 12:45:00 - 18:15:00
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Best of Cairns – Cairns

Best of Cairns - Cairns Gray Line's exclusive Best of Cairns tour exemplifies the character of Far North Queensland. The highlights of Cairns, tropical gardens, beach resorts, crocodiles, kagaroos and "true blue" Outback Aussies.
Highlights:
  • Cairns new beachside development
  • Cairns Esplanade paralleling the harbour
  • Historic Courthouse Hotel
  • Reef Casino Hotel
  • Grand verandahed pubs and heritage buildings
  • Pockets of dense rainforest
  • Bats and water birds
  • Visit the Royal Flying Doctor and learn of this remarkable service and its history
  • Enjoy a delicious Devonshire Tea at Mandy's Deli in trendy Edge Hill
  • Tropical homes and suburbs
  • Panoramic views over Cairns and surrounds from Copperlode Lookout
  • Take a guided walk through Flecker Botanic Gardens - a breathtaking collection of lush native and exotic tropical plants - orchids, palms, heliconia, bamboo, tropical fruits and vines
  • Visit stunning Paradise Palms Golf Course
  • Palm Cove - an idyllic tropical resort town
  • Stroll along the glorious beach front Williams Esplanade of Palm Cove
  • Tuck into a delicious Aussie BBQ with complimentary drinks
  • You will be provided with a torch (flashlight) by your guide
  • Walk in the dark and meet creatures of the night
  • Owls, possums, koalas
  • Large numbers of crocodiles - watch their eyes glow in the torchlight
  • Enjoy Billy Tea and damper with a "swaggie" (an original Australian bushman)
  • Kangaroos are sure to say g'day and maybe even share a bite to eat!
  • After a complimentary beer, wine or soft drink, join in the fun and learn some Aussie bush dances.
Operates: - Mon. Tue. Wed. Thur. - Sat.
Departs & Returns: 12:45:00 - 22:30:00
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