A 6-day trip to Queensland
9 cities |
13 attraction(s) |
total distance 469
km
TIPS
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Day6
Day1: Brisbane > Hervey Bay
3 attraction(s) ·
314 km
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Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary was established in 1928, making it the first koala sanctuary in Australia. Its motto is "The Earth is not just for humans," reflecting its advocacy for harmonious coexistence and understanding between humans, nature, and animals. Located in the suburbs of Brisbane, it is the largest koala park with 130 koalas. The park provides a natural and close-to-nature environment, making it an ideal place for many tourists. Queensland is one of the two states (the other being South Australia) that allow koala cuddling. You can cuddle the adorable koalas here and take photos with them at an additional cost. A photo with a koala is an essential experience at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.
Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is located by the river and can be reached by a 35-minute drive from the city center. It is home to over 130 species of koalas, as well as kangaroos, wombats, and kangaroos. Koalas are extremely adorable, and many tourists are willing to pay AUD 16 to hug and take photos with them.
In addition to koalas, this semi-open wildlife park is home to over 80 species of unique Australian animals, such as echidnas, wombats, and kangaroos. In the gift shop, you can easily feed them by spending a few dollars on food, and colorful birds will fly into the palm of your hand to eat.
Travelers can participate in various activities within the sanctuary, such as watching sheepdog performances, taking close-up photos with snakes and crocodiles, and feeding parrots and baby kangaroos. Cuddling koalas up close is undoubtedly the most popular activity here. If you want to get a photo of yourself cuddling a koala, you need to pay AUD 18 first. After paying the fee, you can also take photos with your own phone or camera to capture the memory.
14
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South Bank Park is located on the south bank of the Brisbane River. It is a linear waterfront park connected to the northern urban area of Brisbane by landmarks such as the Victoria Bridge. It is the best place to enjoy Brisbane's subtropical climate and a popular choice for outdoor picnics. The park features a pristine man-made beach and lush green grass, where visitors can have a barbecue, take a cruise to enjoy the riverside scenery, watch street performances on the plaza, or watch a movie on the large screen in the cinema.
300
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3
Hervey Bay Esplanade extends from Point Vernon, Pialba, Scarness, Torquay to Urangan. It's a great choice to walk or ride a bicycle along this roadway, with plenty of BBQ areas and cafes along the way to rest and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
Day2: Gold Coast > Bundaberg
2 attraction(s) ·
148 km
2
Bundaderg Botanic Gardens
In the Bundaberg Botanic Gardens there is the Bert Hinkler Memorial and an exhibition of a steam locomotive.
Day3: Rockhampton
1 attraction(s) ·
0 km
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Rockhampton Heritage Village preserves approximately 20 historical buildings from the 19th century.
Day4: Whitsundays Islands > Hamilton Island
4 attraction(s) ·
5 km
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Whitehaven Beach, located on the eastern side of Whitsunday Island, is known as the "most beautiful beach in Australia" and the "most environmentally friendly and cleanest beach in the world." The entire beach stretches for 7 kilometers, and is completely white, composed of clean, fine, and soft pure silica sand. The pristine white beach contrasts with the coastal mangroves and crystal blue waters, creating a breathtakingly pure and beautiful scenery.
2
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Hamilton Island is one of the 74 islands in the Whitsunday Islands of Queensland, Australia. It is located on the edge of the famous Heart Reef in the Great Barrier Reef. Visitors can experience beautiful natural scenery, calm waters, and warm weather here, and also see fascinating coral reefs and a variety of plants and animals.
It only takes half an hour to travel from Airlie Beach in northern Queensland to Hamilton Island by ferry. Along the way, you can enjoy magnificent views of the sea and sky, occasional seagulls flying by, and beautiful rainbows. On the island, visitors can take a free island bus tour or visit famous scenic areas, attractions, and resorts. They can also swim in different-sized swimming pools, play on Catseye Beach, and get up close to Australia's unique wildlife at the Hamilton Island Wildlife Park. In addition, Hamilton Island has the famous Front Street and Marina Village, where visitors can visit art galleries, go shopping, play bowling in the island's bowling alley, and engage in thrilling adventure activities in Palm Valley, including go-karting, jet boating, and quad biking.
3
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3
Hamilton Island Wildlife Park, located in the center of Hamilton Island, offers visitors the opportunity to get up close to Australia's unique wildlife. The park features a variety of animals including koalas, kangaroos, reptiles, snakes, lizards, parrots, wild dogs, turkeys, and crocodiles. The park also offers various activities such as breakfast with koalas, barbecues, and photo opportunities with koalas. For more information, contact wlhinfo@merlinentertainments.com.au.
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Hamilton Island in the Whitsunday Islands is a great destination for vacation. Unlike the crowded Cairns, here you can find pristine white beaches, a wide range of activities, free island buses, and beautiful island scenery. One Tree Hill is the best spot to watch the sunset. Grab a drink, enjoy the ocean breeze and coconut rhythm, and soak in the breathtaking view with your loved ones.
Day5: Townsville
2 attraction(s) ·
4 km
1
The Strand Beach
The Strand Beach is a beach on the edge of the Townsville area. The beach is protected by Magnetic Island, so the waves are relatively gentle, clean and pleasant, making it very suitable for swimming. However, because the waves are not big enough, The Strand Beach is not suitable for surfing.
4
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Castle Hill is located on the edge of Townsville, and you can drive to the top of the hill to overlook the entire city.
Day6: Cairns
1 attraction(s) ·
0 km
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The Great Barrier Reef is the world's largest and longest coral reef system, located in the Southern Hemisphere. It stretches along the northeast coast of Australia, from the Torres Strait in the north to south of the Tropic of Capricorn, covering a distance of 2011 kilometers and up to 161 kilometers wide. It consists of 2900 coral reefs and is home to a diverse range of marine wildlife, including over 1500 species of colorful tropical fish, 4000 species of mollusks, 400 species of sponges, and 300 species of hard coral. The reef also serves as a nesting site for endangered animals such as green turtles and loggerhead turtles. It is a popular destination for diving and snorkeling, allowing visitors to experience the magnificent underwater wonders up close.
