Queensland - AustraliA

Your Bespoke Queensland Guide

Discover Queensland’s sun-soaked wonders—from the surf breaks of the Gold Coast to the tropical marvels of Cairns and the Whitsundays.

Odyssey Adventures crafts seamless itineraries covering flights, accommodation, transfers and insider experiences.

Below, explore each region’s highlights, seasonal events and a rough budget for a week of premium stays and activities.

Experience Australia’s playground of beaches, theme parks and hinterland escapes.

Seasonal Events
- Pacific Airshow (Surfers Paradise, August)
- Bleach* Festival (Coolangatta, August)
- Blues on Broadbeach (May)
- Gold Coast 600 Supercars (October)
Highlights
- Surf lessons at Burleigh Heads and Kirra Beach
- Hinterland day-trip to Springbrook National Park
- Evening markets and beachfront dining at Broadbeach
- Nightlife on Cavill Avenue and rooftop bars
Rough Cost for One Week
- 4-star beachfront hotel: AU$1,400
- Theme-park passes & hinterland tour: AU$800
- Total per person: ~AU$2,200

Vibrant city life meets riverfront charm and year-round festivals.

Seasonal Events
- Brisbane Festival & Riverfire (September)
- EKKA (Brisbane Show, August)
- Paniyiri Greek Festival (May)
- Brisbane Comedy Festival (June–July)
Highlights
- South Bank Parklands riverside strolls and markets
- Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA) and QAG exhibitions
- Story Bridge climb and CityCat cruise
- Fortitude Valley’s live-music pubs and laneway bars
Rough Cost for One Week
- Central CBD hotel: AU$900
- Cultural tours & river cruise: AU$600
- Total per person: ~AU$1,500

Tropical gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and ancient rainforests.

Seasonal Events
- Cairns Indigenous Art Fair (July)
- Cairns Show (July)
- Cairns Festival (Aug–Sept)
- Tropic Jazz (March)
Highlights
- Full-day reef snorkel or dive cruise
- Scenic Skyrail & Kuranda Scenic Railway
- Daintree Rainforest guided walks and river safaris
- Esplanade lagoon and night markets
Rough Cost for One Week
- Reef-front resort: AU$1,400
- Reef tour and Daintree day-trip: AU$1,000
- Total per person: ~AU$2,400

Island-hopping paradise with world-class sailing and white-sand beaches.

Seasonal Events
- Great Barrier Reef Festival (August)
- Airlie Beach Race Week (August)
- Whitsunday Trail Festival (September)
- Airlie Beach Festival of Music (November)
Highlights
- Yacht charter around 74 Whitsunday Islands
- Whitehaven Beach walk and Hill Inlet lookout
- Snorkel pristine reefs at Border Island
- Sunset BBQ on Hamilton Island
Rough Cost for One Week
- Island-style resort: AU$1,750
- Sailing cruise and snorkel day-trip: AU$1,000
- Total per person: ~AU$2,750