Join us on our inaugural GREEN VALUE TOUR for an Eco focused adventure at the best rate possible. Enjoy a FREE UPGRADE to our ‘Diamond Class’ coach as well as our heavily reduced tour price, so everyone can afford to travel in style and visit two UNESCO World Heritage sites.
30 July 2025
3 Eco experiences 1 Cultural experience
Take an exclusive glimpse into our immersive tour featured in Weekender. Discover how Fun Over 50 Holidays seamlessly combines luxury, adventure, and local expertise, making us the go-to choice for travellers over 50.
Deposit of $500pp required within 14 days of making booking to secure your reservation.
Flights are arranged to suit the tour as a group in advance, therefore we cannot book individual preferences or guarantee direct flights.
Economy class flights are included at time of brochure release and are subject to price increase/availability.
Deposit of $500pp required within 14 days of making booking to secure your reservation.
Flights are arranged to suit the tour as a group in advance, therefore we cannot book individual preferences or guarantee direct flights.
Economy class flights are included at time of brochure release and are subject to price increase/availability.
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**
We depart from the Brisbane Coach Terminal on our opulent ‘Diamond Class’ coach, travelling responsibly knowing all coach emissions are 100% offset. Sit back and relax as we head towards the picturesque Fraser Coast, travelling via Gympie Duck Ponds. Continuing to River Heads, we enjoy a delicious lunch before boarding the ferry to K’gari (Fraser Island). Upon arrival, we check into Kingfisher Bay Resort, nestled among native bushland and overlooking the Great Sandy Strait. This evening, enjoy the mesmerising Illumina Return to Sky show, an extraordinary light and sound spectacle that highlights the natural beauty and cultural heritage of K’gari.
Today, we embark on a full-day 4WD safari to explore K’gari’s highlights. Our ranger guide provides informative commentary about the island’s history, flora, and fauna. In a 4WD coach, we navigate inland terrain, passing through towering Satinay trees, lush forests, and picturesque sand dunes, stopping to enjoy stunning views. We’llswim in pristine lakes, explore ancient rainforests, and visit iconic spots like Lake McKenzie, Eli Creek, Seventy-Five Mile Beach, Central Station, Wanggoolba Creek, and the Maheno shipwreck. Learn about the diverse wildlife and visit the colourful sand cliffs of the Pinnacles, where you’ll hear local Aboriginal legends.
**This tour is not suitable for passengers with neck or back injuries due to bumpy conditions.
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast this morning before checking out from the resort and taking the ferry back to River Heads. Wethen re-board our coach and continue our journey north, stopping in Gin Gin for lunch, then travelling through Rockhampton before concluding our day at our accommodation in Parkhurst.
Our first stop today is St Lawrence, one of the oldest towns on the Queensland Coast. Refreshed, we continue to the Sarina Sugar Shed for lunch before we take a guided tour. Learn about the fascinating sugar production process in this miniature sugar mill and boutique distillery. Stories of regional sugar cane pioneers and modern farming methods come to life with an expert guide who will take you on a journey through the early back-breaking days of sugar cane farming, right up to the current methods. Watch demonstrations of machinery, taste fresh sugar cane juice, and sample various sweet treats, including their famous rum and liquors. Our final leg takes us to Mackay for an overnight stay.
An early start getting 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 the Whitsundays mid-morning and experience the thrill of a crocodile safari cruise and explore lush wetlands. Spot saltwater crocs in their natural habitat, discover unique wildlife, and savour a delicious BBQ lunch before making our way to our hotel.
Today we enjoy the Big Island Day Tour departing from Shute Harbour, cruising through the Molle group of islands and crossing the Whitsunday Passage into Cid Harbour. The tour continues through Hook Passage, anchoring at Tongue Point to explore Hill Inlet before heading across to the renowned Whitehaven Beach. Enjoy the powder-white silica sands and crystal-clear waters of Whitehaven Beach, as you relax on the beach, swim, or take a stroll to the lookout. Cruise includes lunch, morning tea and guided tours of the Hill Inlet and Whitehaven Beach lookouts.
After breakfast this morning we make our way to Mackay Airport for our respective Carbon Neutral flights home.
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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
Heron Island is a National Marine Park situated in the southern end of the Great Barrier Reef. This area is a significant nesting location for two threatened sea turtle species, the Green Turtle and the Loggerhead Turtle. Our tour to Heron Island is in the height of baby Green and Loggerhead Turtle hatching season. During hatching season, turtle hatchlings will erupt from their nests between 25 to 50 metres from shore and make their way to the reef, just beyond the water’s edge. Heron Island is a true coral cay and is ribboned by white sands, crystal clear waters and acres of coral with beautifully coloured marine life. The emphasis is on enjoying natural beauty. Stress is replaced by adventure, and your days are filled with discovery
Join us as we explore the best of South WestQueensland and its rich history. Enjoy lunch and a tour of the historic HotelCorones, visit the Bilby Centre and experience a Big Sky Twilight tour at theCosmos Centre. Visit the Artesian Time Tunnel, discover the history of StGeorge, a tour and three course lunch with wine tasting at RiversandsWines. Arriving then in Lightning Ridge for a two-night stay where wevisit the Australian Opal Centre, housing the world’s greatest publiccollection of the Australian Opal. Nearing the end of our epic journey, enjoy acotton tour of Goondiwindi before our final lunch together at Albert RiverWines.
Jump onboard our coach to experience an overnight Zoofari experience at Taronga Western Plains Zoo (Dubbo), where we witness unforgettable wildlife, immersing yourself in the wonders of the animal kingdom. Choose between an animal view or bushland view room and listen to the sounds of the wild. As the sun rises we join a guided Zoofari tour enjoying a delicious breakfast before heading to Griffith. We explore Yanga Homestead in Mildura, take an evening dinner cruise aboard a paddlesteamer, view the heritage land mark Willandra Lakes whilst winding through the Grampians region. Take in the intriguing Silo Art Trail along the way before overnighting in Halls Gap as we make our way towards Melbourne.
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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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