Brisbane to Cairns Tours
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10 best Brisbane to Cairns tour packages
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- Whitsundays, Reef & Rainforest - 9 days
- Brisbane to Cairns Adventure
- Brisbane to Cairns Discovery - 7 days
- North Queensland Adventure (22 destinations)
- Essential Brisbane to Cairns
- East coast & dream islands (from Brisbane to Cairns)
- East Coast on your own (Brisbane - Cairns, 12 nights)
- Brisbane to Daintree Rainforest - 9 Day Boutique Tour
- Brisbane to Cairns - 7 Day Boutique Tour
- Oz East Coast Adventure 20 days
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 Ages 18+ Operator On The Go Tours From $8,085
25% Off- NZ$6,064You save $2,021
Duration 8 days Destinations Brisbane, Noosa, Hervey Bay, Fraser Island, Airlie Beach, Whitsunday Islands, Townsville, Lucinda, Mission Beach, AthertonSee all destinations Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Travel From $4,435
5% Off- NZ$4,213You save $222
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 Ages 18+ Operator On The Go Tours From $5,675
25% Off- NZ$4,256You save $1,419
Duration 13 days Destinations Brisbane, Noosa, Hervey Bay, Fraser Island, Airlie Beach, Whitsunday Islands, Townsville, Lucinda, Mission Beach, TullySee all destinations Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Travel From $7,965
10% Off- NZ$7,169You save $796
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 Ages 18-35 Operator Intrepid Travel From $3,760
20% Off- NZ$3,008You save $752
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 All Ages Welcome Operator MEIERS WELTREISEN From
20% Off- NZ$10,861
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 All Ages Welcome Operated in Only: German Operator DERTOUR From
20% Off- NZ$4,109
Brisbane to Daintree Rainforest - 9 Day Boutique Tour
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Very good overview of what Queensland can offer, spectacular views.”
Yves, traveled in July
Starting at Brisbane's The Point Hotel, fly to Airlie Beach's Mantra Club Croc, then continue through Mission Beach Resort and Flynn Hotel Cairns. The journey culminates after visiting Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation's ancient landscapes.
Duration 9 days Destinations Brisbane, Airlie Beach, Whitsunday Islands, Mission Beach, Atherton, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Kuranda, Port Douglas, Mossman GorgeSee all destinations Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Via Travel Australia From
20% Off- NZ$6,540
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 Ages 18+ Operator Via Travel Australia From
20% Off- NZ$4,589
Oz East Coast Adventure 20 days
17 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It takes you to so many beautiful places. Almost everything is included.”
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 Ages 18-35 Operator INTRO Travel From
20% Off- NZ$4,399
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."