Brisbane to Cairns Tours
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10 best Brisbane to Cairns tour packages
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- Oz East Coast Adventure 20 days
- Oz East Coast + Work 20 Days
- Whitsundays, Reef & Rainforest - 9 days
- Brisbane to Cairns Adventure
- North Queensland Adventure
- Brisbane to Cairns Discovery - 7 days
- Essential Brisbane to Cairns
- East coast & dream islands (from Brisbane to Cairns)
- East Coast on your own (Brisbane - Cairns, 12 nights)
- Brisbane to Cairns - 7 Day Boutique Tour
Oz East Coast Adventure 20 days
17 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This was such a well thought out tour! We saw everything that I wanted to see in just the right amount of time.”
Kit, traveled in September
From Brisbane's man-made Lagoon to Cairns' Great Barrier Reef, the route includes Noosa's Fairy Pools, K'Gari (Fraser Island), Airlie Beach, and Magnetic Island. Final highlights include outer reef snorkeling and Atherton Tablelands' waterfalls.
Duration 20 days Destinations Brisbane, Rainbow Beach, Fraser Island, Airlie Beach, Whitsundays, Magnetic Island, Mission Beach, Great Barrier Reef, Cairns Age Range 18 to 35 year olds Operator INTRO Travel From
- NZ$4,599
Oz East Coast + Work 20 Days
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Had an amazing time on the 20 day east coast tour and saw some incredible places with the best people.”
Annabel, traveled in March
The coastal path from Brisbane's man-made beach lagoon takes in Noosa's beaches, K'Gari's sand dunes, and Whitsundays' 74 islands. Visits include Magnetic Island's koala trails and Mission Beach's rainforests before Cairns' Great Barrier Reef.
Duration 20 days Destinations Brisbane, Rainbow Beach, Fraser Island, Airlie Beach, Whitsundays, Magnetic Island, Mission Beach, Great Barrier Reef, Cairns Age Range 18 to 35 year olds Operator INTRO Travel From
- NZ$4,699
Whitsundays, Reef & Rainforest - 9 days
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The tour was well organized and we were very informed on the areas visited.”
Shelley, traveled in March
Your adventure starts at The Point Brisbane on Lambert Street with a city orientation walk. The 2,700km northern route via Airlie Beach and Mission Beach ends at Crystalbrook Flynn in Cairns, featuring a domestic flight and stops at Whitehaven Beach, Atherton Tablelands, and Daintree Rainforest.
Duration 9 days Destinations Brisbane, Airlie Beach, Whitsundays, Mission Beach, Atherton, Great Barrier Reef, Cairns, Port Douglas, Mossman Gorge, Daintree National Park Age Range 18 to 99 year olds Operator On The Go Tours From
- NZ$7,655
Duration 8 days Destinations Brisbane, Noosa, Hervey Bay, Fraser Island, Airlie Beach, Whitsunday Islands, Townsville, Lucinda, Mission Beach, AthertonSee all destinations Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $4,225
15% Off- NZ$3,591You save $634
Duration 13 days Destinations Brisbane, Noosa, Hervey Bay, Fraser Island, Airlie Beach, Whitsunday Islands, Townsville, Lucinda, Mission Beach, TullySee all destinations Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $7,160
10% Off- NZ$6,444You save $716
The trip starts from The Point Brisbane Hotel on Lambert Street, with a flight to Airlie Beach and Whitehaven Beach visit. The path leads through Mission Beach and Atherton Tablelands' rainforests, finishing at Flynn Hotel in Cairns.
Duration 7 days Destinations Brisbane, Airlie Beach, Whitsunday Islands, Mission Beach, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef Age Range 18 to 99 year olds Operator On The Go Tours From
10% Off- NZ$4,755
From Brisbane's Mount Coot-Tha Summit, the route takes you through Noosa's National Park, Airlie Beach, and the Whitsundays to Cairns. Highlights include Magnetic Island's koalas and Mission Beach's shores, plus a 2-night sailing adventure and indigenous experiences.
Duration 10 days Destinations Brisbane, Noosa, Airlie Beach, Whitsundays, Magnetic Island, Mission Beach, Cairns Age Range 18 to 35 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $3,795
30% Off- NZ$2,657You save $1,138
A 14-day expedition from Brisbane's city lights to Cairns' tropical paradise incorporates K'Gari, Lady Elliot Island, Rockhampton, Hamilton Island, and Townsville. The route covers 1,600km of Queensland's coastline.
Duration 14 days Destinations Brisbane, Fraser Island, Rockhampton, Great Barrier Reef, Airlie Beach, Hamilton Island, Townsville, Cairns Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator MEIERS WELTREISEN From
30% Off- NZ$10,574
The path from Brisbane winds through ten major destinations including Sunshine Coast, K'gari, and Airlie Beach before reaching Cairns. The 2,025km coastal drive showcases landscapes from Glasshouse Mountains to tropical Wooroonooran National Park.
Duration 13 days Destinations Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, Noosa, Fraser Island, Hervey Bay, Rockhampton, Airlie Beach, Townsville, Mission Beach, Cairns Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in Only: German Operator DERTOUR From
30% Off- NZ$4,000
Brisbane to Cairns - 7 Day Boutique Tour
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was my first tour in over 10 years and if I had known what an amazing job Jason, Tara, and the rest of the crew at Via does each and every day.”
leslie, traveled in March
Your route takes you from Brisbane's The Point Hotel to Airlie Beach's Mantra Club Croc, followed by Mission Beach Resort. The trip concludes at Flynn Hotel Cairns after visits to the Atherton Tablelands and Great Barrier Reef.
Duration 7 days Destinations Brisbane, Airlie Beach, Whitsunday Islands, Mission Beach, Atherton, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef Age Range up to 90 year olds Operator Via Travel Australia From
30% Off- NZ$4,451
What our customers ask about Brisbane to Cairns Tours
What is the average price I can expect to pay for a Brisbane to Cairns tour?
A Brisbane to Cairns tour costs between USD 2500 to USD 5000 with daily rates of USD 300-400. The 10-day Brisbane to Cairns Experience runs USD 2549 (USD 255 per day). Premium options like the 9-day Whitsundays Reef & Rainforest tour costs USD 4875 (USD 542 per day). These prices cover basics like lodging transport most meals and activities. A TourRadar traveler mentioned: "For the price and time we had this tour was hands down the best choice!"
What would be an example itinerary between Brisbane and Cairns?
The standard 10-day route starts with Brisbane's highlights then moves to Noosa for National Park walks and Everglades exploring. K'gari (Fraser Island) fills days 4-5 with 4WD adventures and swims in Lake McKenzie from Kingfisher Bay Resort base. The Whitsundays and Whitehaven Beach occupy days 6-7. Magnetic Island follows with Forts Walk and koala viewing. The journey ends in Cairns at the Great Barrier Reef. As a TourRadar traveler shared: "The itinerary was amazing - we had the most fantastic time with an excellent group of people. The variety of accommodation was perfect and added to the adventure."
What are the most common destinations visited between Brisbane and Cairns?
Key stops on the Brisbane to Cairns route include Noosa and Fraser Island in the southern section Airlie Beach and the Whitsunday Islands in the middle stretch then Mission Beach and Atherton Tablelands before reaching Cairns. Travelers often stay at places like Mantra Club Croc in Airlie Beach while exploring the 74 islands of the Whitsundays. As one TourRadar traveler mentioned: "We saw everything that I wanted to see in just the right amount of time from the stunning Whitsunday Islands to the magical Great Barrier Reef."
What is the average distance covered on a Brisbane to Cairns tour?
The full journey spans 1700 kilometers (1056 miles). Key segments include Brisbane to Noosa (140km) Noosa to Fraser Island (200km) and Airlie Beach to Cairns (600km). Some tours like the Essential Brisbane to Cairns include flights from Brisbane to Airlie Beach to reduce travel time. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "The distances were well planned with plenty of stops to stretch legs and see amazing sights."
What is the average tour length for trips from Brisbane to Cairns?
Most Brisbane to Cairns tours run 7 to 20 days with popular options lasting 9-13 days. The route covers key locations like the Whitsunday Islands Airlie Beach and Mission Beach. Many tours begin at the Point Hotel Brisbane before heading north to explore Fraser Island and the Great Barrier Reef. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "The 20-day east coast tour was absolutely fantastic! It was very well-organized and included a great variety of activities."