Family fly-drive Australia: Brisbane & the Sunshine Coast

Itinerary in brief:

• 1 night Brisbane
• 3 nights Glasshouse Mountains
• 4 nights Caloundra
• 1 night Brisbane

Day 1: Depart UK

Depart the UK from your chosen airport.

Included: International flight

Day 2: Arrive in Brisbane

On arrival into Brisbane, you’ll collect your rental car and make your own way to your hotel in central Brisbane for the night, with some time to relax for the rest of the day after your long journey.

Included: Rental car, hotel

Day 3: Brisbane to Glasshouse Mountains

You can leave Brisbane at any time today as the drive is short – just one hour until you reach the Glass House Mountains which are set in the Queensland coast hinterland.

On arrival check into your eco-lodge accommodation and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Included:  Rental car, hotel       

Days 4 & 5: Glasshouse Mountains

Over these few days, you might like to explore your accommodation a little; seek out the ‘rail carriage’ lounge where you can sit inside an old train carriage or perhaps take a walk with a  picnic and head off the beaten track. With loads of activities available locally, including scenic walks, kayaking and whale-watching,  you can be as active or as relaxed as you like.

We’ve also included n open-dated pass for Australia Zoo which you can use on any day. This zoo was made famous by the crocodile hunter Steve Irwin – it’s one of the most iconic zoos in the world this is a perfect day out for the whole family!

Included:  Rental car, hotel, Australia Zoo admission

Day 6: Glasshouse Mountains to Caloundra

You only have a short half-hour drive today to the seaside town of Caloundra, located on the Sunshine Coast. Take your time as you drive through the Beerwah State Forest, and perhaps make a detour to the Coochin Creek campsite and enjoy one of the many scenic walks you can take here.

On arrival at your hotel, check in and relax as you soak up the seaside atmosphere.

Included:  Rental car, hotel       

Day 7-9: Caloundra  

We’ve chosen your apartment style accommodation in Caloundra for it’s proximity to the beach and for its flexible, self-catering facilities. Why not spend a few days enjoying the beach, or your car to explore more of the local area.

If you would like to spend more time here then let your consultant know and they will be happy to extend your stay.

Included: Rental car, hotel

Day 10: Caloundra to Brisbane      

Depart at any time today for your journey back to Brisbane, which takes just over an hour. There will be plenty of time to check out some stops along the way.

We’ve included one final night in Brisbane before your trip finishes.

Included:  Rental car, hotel       

Day 11: Depart Brisbane    

Make your way to Brisbane Airport in your rental car and drop the car off at the airport office before connecting with your international flight back to the UK.

Included:  International flight

Day 12: Arrive in the UK