Soak up autumn warmth on our 7 day Coastal Castaway, travelling in comfort on a luxury Gold Class coach with a Fun Over 50 Holidays Tour Host and Coach Captain. Start in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland with Maleny Botanic Gardens and Bird World, then settle in for two nights at Agnes Water with a full day amphibious LARC adventure to Bustard Head Lighthouse and Middle Island. Travel north to Mackay, then rise early for a sunrise kangaroo and wallaby experience at Cape Hillsborough National Park. Enjoy lunch and free time in Airlie Beach before transferring to Hamilton Island for three nights, including a full day Whitsundays ocean rafting jet boat tour with Hill Inlet Lookout, snorkelling with wetsuit and time at Whitehaven Beach, plus a free day to enjoy island shuttles and included water sports, before flying home.
29 April 2027
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PRE TOUR EXTENDER OPTION
1 additional day (TOTAL 8 DAY TOUR)
One way economy class flight ex Sydney, Melbourne or Adelaide to Brisbane
1 additional night room only pre-tour at Meriton Suites Brisbane
One way Airtrain ticket ex Brisbane Domestic Terminal to Roma Street Station
Plus $520pp Twin Share Plus $615 Sole Use
**Subject to availability – some block out dates apply. Prices are subject to change without notice.
Departing Brisbane Coach Terminal aboard our luxury 'Gold Class' coach, our journey takes us into the Sunshine Coast Hinterland to the beautiful Maleny Botanic Gardens and Bird World. We enjoy a Devonshire morning tea, explore the landscaped gardens by buggy, meet friendly farm animals, and wander through the interactive aviary. We then continue north towards Agnes Water.
This morning, we experience the unique fun of the pink amphibious LARC. Take in the highlights of Agnes Water by land and sea. Set out on a full day adventure crossing tidal creeks, sandy beaches and 4WD drive trails, as you explore the Town of 1770 and Bustard Head. Stop for lunch on Middle Island, take in the views from the Bustard Head lighthouse, then get your adrenaline pumping as you try sandboarding (optional) down the dunes of Middle Island. We then return to our hotel late afternoon for a relaxing evening. 4WD tour is not suitable for passengers with back and/or neck injury due to certain parts of the track being rugged and jerky. Local Guide Immersion & Education
Today is a travel day as we bid farewell to 1770 and head north towards Mount Larcom for a rest stop. We continue our journey through Rockhampton and onto Mackay for an overnight stop.
An early start gets us up and about before dawn to witness the wallabies and kangaroos at Cape Hillsborough National Park. This sunrise tour is an iconic wildlife experience, where Eastern Grey Kangaroos and Agile Wallabies come onto the beach to feed on mangrove seed pods. Nowhere else in the wild will you get so close, and such a wonderful opportunity to capture a magical moment of sunrise on the beach with our national symbol. Continuing our adventure, we drive along the picturesque Hibiscus Coast, enjoying the scenic views of lush rainforests, sugar cane fields, and coastal views. We arrive at Airlie Beach for lunch and free time. We then board Cruise Whitsunday's vessel for transfers to Hamilton Island, one of 74 tropical islands that make up the Whitsundays.
Enjoy a spectacular full-day jet boat tour showcasing the best of the Whitsundays, with plenty of time to experience each highlight at a relaxed pace. Take in the breathtaking views from Hill Inlet Lookout and wander along Hill Inlet Beach, where brilliant white sands and turquoise waters create an unforgettable scene. Spend up to 90-minutes snorkelling on vibrant fringing reefs, with wetsuits provided for comfort, and enjoy time at iconic Whitehaven Beach to swim, stroll, unwind, and explore. Delicious catering is included, with morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea provided throughout the day. Please note: Jet Boat tour is not suitable for passengers with back or neck injury as the semi rigid inflatable vessels are superfast offering a fun, adventurous ride.
Today is a free day on Hamilton Island, so you can choose your own pace and adventures. Take advantage of the included activities with complimentary use of catamarans, windsurfers, kayaks and stand up paddleboards, plus snorkelling equipment to explore the island's clear tropical waters. Getting around is simple with the Island Shuttle, making it easy to dip in and out of the action. This evening, we'll meet for a drink and watch the sunset, before enjoying one last dinner together. Lunch is at your own expense today.
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and free time before being transferred to Hamilton Island Airport for our respective flights home. 100% Flight Carbon Emissions Offset
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Our Gold Class coach tours let you experience the beauty of the Australian landscape in comfort and style. From the coach itself to the accommodation and meals, every detail is considered.
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For the next level in luxury, our Diamond Class coach tours give you the business class experience every step of the way. We only book the very best options available
Discover Queensland’s best island escapes on this 10 day fully escorted Diamond Class holiday. Fly into Townsville for a two night stay, with time to enjoy The Strand, then join a locally guided Magnetic Island day tour with free time in Horseshoe Bay (lunch at own expense). Travel south to Airlie Beach for lunch and transfer to Hamilton Island for two nights, including a half day Ocean Rafting jet boat adventure in the Whitsundays with Hill Inlet Lookout and snorkelling at Chalkies Beach (lunch at own expense). Continue to Parkhurst, explore Capricorn Caves Cathedral Cave, overnight in Gladstone, then spend two nights on Heron Island with daily eco and naturalist guided experiences. Finish with a night in Agnes Water, then travel home via Childers and Gympie.
Travel in comfort on our luxury Diamond Class or Gold Class coach with a Fun Over 50 Holidays Tour Host and Coach Captain on this 6 day escape to rainforest, river and coast. Begin with lunch, wine tasting and an alpaca farm visit at O’Reilly’s Canungra Valley Vineyard, then enjoy two nights at O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat in Lamington National Park, part of the UNESCO World Heritage listed Gondwana Rainforests of Australia. Experience a privately guided treetop canopy walk, Birds of Prey show and a 4WD rainforest safari tour. Cruise the Tweed River with lunch, stay two nights in Kingscliff, then enjoy Tropical Fruit World, Byron Bay’s Solar Train and free time. Finish with South Bank’s Wheel of Brisbane, an overnight city stay and a free morning before transfer to the coach terminal or airport.
Take advantage of discounted low season fares and make tracks for Longreach on the Spirit of the Outback, an historic rail journey like no other. Then delve deep into outback life visiting The Stockman's Hall of Fame, Qantas Founders Museum, Camden Park Station and a trip to the Age of Dinosaurs exhibit in Winton. We then depart the Outback and make our way to the Town of 1770 where we spend two nights. Take in the highlights of Agnes Water by land and sea onboard a unique LARC amphibious vehicle.
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Our coach tours have a baggage restriction of 17kg per person (regardless of flight and rail allowances) due to our Occupational Health & Safety standards. You can also bring one small, soft carry-on bag not exceeding 30cm wide, 30cm high, and 15cm thick that may be stowed in the overhead compartment.
Each of our tours has a fitness rating which describes the level of physical activity involved with the tour. These ratings are very important when choosing your tour to ensure it's right for you. Our fitness ratings are:
Our Gold Class coaches have a seat capacity of between 44 and 46, but we cap Gold Class tours at 40 guests per tour. Our Diamond Class tours have a capacity of just 26 guests. Other tour types may have different capacities depending on the transport and destination. Please get in touch with our team if you have any questions about a specific tour.
In most cases, yes we can. We can accommodate guests who are vegetarian and can assist with diabetic, gluten-free and other medically-recommended diets. Please advise us at time of booking, and we can confirm with our suppliers and restaurants.
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As a Sustianable Tourism accredited business, we are proud to offer engaging tourism experiences that follow sound sustainability practices and environmental appreciation.
Quality Tourism accredited businesses like Fun Over 50 lead the way by offering the highest industry standards of customer service, satisfaction, reliability, and ethical practices.
We are committed to operating in ways that respect and reinforce Indigenous cultural heritage and the authenticity and integrity of living cultures of Indigenous communities.
We have incorporated strategic climate change responses across all relevant levels of our planning and operations. We are working towards becoming carbon neutral.
With Advanced Ecotourism certification, we offer outstanding experiences which let you get back to nature, help conservation, and minimise environmental impact.
We are a credible, well trained, and professional business. We conduct business in compliance with Australian Consumer Law and in accordance with ATAS Charter and Code of Conduct.
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We acknowledge the traditional owners of country throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to them, their cultures, and to the elders both past and present.
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