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10 best Queensland solo travel packages
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- Whitsundays, Reef & Rainforest - 9 days
- Contrasts of Australia
- East Coast Encompassed - 16 days
- Contrasts of Australia (With Internal Air, 9 Days)
- Best Of The East Coast – 16 Day Boutique Tour
- Australia: North Queensland Adventure
- Australia: North Queensland Adventure (Sailing)
- Brisbane to Cairns Adventure
- Brisbane to Cairns Discovery - 7 days
- Australia: Beaches and Reefs (With Sailing)
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
Groups bond over Kuranda Skyrail rides and Atherton Tablelands tours in Queensland. Shared moments include Mossman Gorge walks and cultural activities with Kuku Yalanji people.
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+ Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator On The Go Tours From $8,165
25% Off- NZ$6,124You save $2,041
Contrasts of Australia
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great trip! The only thing I would Recommend is booking restaurants with more of a vegetarian variety.”
tara, traveled in November
Group activities at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures and Great Barrier Reef create bonds. Social dining at Cairns' Ochre Restaurant complements optional Kuranda Railway excursions.
Duration 9 days Destinations Melbourne, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Sydney Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 50 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Trafalgar From $6,650
10% Off- NZ$5,985+$1,705 upfront costsYou save $665
The route from Brisbane to Cairns features Fraser Island 4WD tours, Whitsundays sailing, and Great Barrier Reef snorkeling. Single accommodation in Noosa, Rainbow Beach, and Port Douglas includes social dining opportunities.
Duration 16 days Destinations Hunter Valley, Sydney, Port Macquarie, Byron Bay, Noosa, Rainbow Beach, Fraser Island, Brisbane, Airlie Beach, AthertonSee all destinations Age Range Ages 18+ Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator On The Go Tours From $14,745
25% Off- NZ$11,059You save $3,686
Hartley's Crocodile Adventures and Great Barrier Reef activities unite travelers. Free time in Cairns and dinner at Ochre Restaurant allow natural connections. Optional group excursions to Kuranda available.
Duration 9 days Destinations Melbourne, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Sydney Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 48 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator AAT Kings From $7,065
10% Off- NZ$6,359+$1,705 upfront costsYou save $706
Best Of The East Coast – 16 Day Boutique Tour
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The fellow group of travels were very diverse but got a long so well that it made so pleasurable.”
Danya, traveled in September
From Airlie Beach's Mantra Club Croc to Port Douglas's Paradise Links Resort, travelers share Great Barrier Reef snorkeling and Daintree Rainforest adventures.
Duration 16 days Destinations Sydney, Hunter Valley, Newcastle, Port Macquarie, Byron Bay, Noosa, Rainbow Beach, Fraser Island, Brisbane, Airlie BeachSee all destinations Age Range Ages 18+ Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Via Travel Australia From
10% Off- NZ$11,924
Base Backpackers hosts social stays while Magnetic Island's Forts Walk, Daintree Rainforest, and Great Barrier Reef bring travelers together. Average age is 26.
Duration 9 days Destinations Airlie Beach, Townsville, Magnetic Island, Cairns Age Range Ages 18-35 Group Size Max Group Size 50 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Contiki From $2,745
10% Off- NZ$2,471You save $274
Australia: North Queensland Adventure (Sailing)
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour was excellent. 5/5 to him.”
Curran, traveled in December
The Queensland adventure draws solo travelers to spot Rock Wallabies on Magnetic Island, sail Whitsundays aboard racing yacht, and try optional Great Barrier Reef diving ($65-$100). Travelers average 25 years old, staying in 4-6 person hostel rooms.
Duration 9 days Destinations Airlie Beach, Whitsunday Islands, Townsville, Magnetic Island, Cairns Age Range Ages 18-35 Group Size Max Group Size 30 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Contiki From $3,135
10% Off- NZ$2,822+$60 upfront costsYou save $313
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+ Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Intrepid Travel From
10% Off- NZ$3,960
Brisbane River walks and Whitehaven Beach activities bring people together. Atherton Tablelands and Great Barrier Reef snorkeling create shared memories, with stays at quality hotels like Flynn Cairns.
Duration 7 days Destinations Brisbane, Airlie Beach, Whitsunday Islands, Mission Beach, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef Age Range Ages 18+ Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator On The Go Tours From $5,725
25% Off- NZ$4,294You save $1,431
Duration 16 days Destinations Sydney, Byron Bay, Noosa, Fraser Island, Airlie Beach, Whitsunday Islands, Magnetic Island, Townsville, Cairns Age Range Ages 18-35 Group Size Max Group Size 30 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Contiki From $5,517
10% Off- NZ$4,965+$628 upfront costsYou save $552
What people love about touring Queensland solo
- 【Cairns】6 Days Escape Package
Lots of different activities and sights!
- 【Cairns】& Port Douglas All-Inclusive 7 Days Touring Package
6 days Cairns & Port Douglas Tour was consisting of 6 independent Tours with all different participants. The tour was well organized and the representavive person informed us every night by WhatsApp message about next day tour, hotel or city transfer. The selection of food when offered was good. Although no one meet us in person from Tour Agency, we had a well organized tour provided by local Tours. It was an interesting experience.
What our customers ask about Queensland Tours for Solo Travelers
What's the typical group size on Queensland solo tours?
Most Queensland tours maintain groups between 12-20 travelers balancing social connections with personalized attention. Daintree Rainforest excursions often keep numbers around 12-15 people while Great Barrier Reef trips may include up to 20 participants. The smaller sizes let travelers get to know their group while having enough people for a lively atmosphere. A TourRadar traveler noted: "Our group of 14 was perfect - small enough to get to know everyone but large enough to always find someone to hang out with."
What are the best seasons for solo travel in Queensland?
The dry season from April to November offers the most reliable weather for exploring the Cairns and Port Douglas regions with lower rainfall and comfortable temperatures. For the Whitsundays June through September brings mild weather and clear waters ideal for snorkeling. One TourRadar traveler noted: "Visiting in July was perfect - we had clear skies for the Great Barrier Reef cruise and comfortable temperatures for rainforest walks."
What are the most popular activities for solo travelers in Queensland State?
Natural experiences lead the list with Great Barrier Reef adventures at the top. Travelers frequently join guided walks through the Daintree Rainforest visit wildlife spots like Hartley's Crocodile Adventures and take coastal walks on the Whitsunday Islands. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The combination of reef activities and rainforest walks provided perfect opportunities to bond with the group while experiencing Queensland's highlights."
Are the accommodations solo traveler-friendly in Queensland?
Tour accommodations focus on social spaces and convenient locations. Properties like the Abbott Boutique Hotel in Cairns and Crystalbrook Flynn put travelers near tour meeting points and group gathering areas. Stays range from eco-lodges in the Daintree to beachfront hotels in Port Douglas. According to a TourRadar reviewer: "The Abbott Hotel was perfectly located within 5 minutes of all tour pick-up points and had great communal areas for meeting other travelers."
How much free time is typically available on Queensland tours?
Tours mix guided experiences with independent exploration time. Most itineraries include 1-2 free days in destinations like Cairns between scheduled reef trips and rainforest excursions. According to a TourRadar reviewer: "I loved having morning activities planned but afternoons free to either join optional activities or explore with new friends from the tour." Popular free time spots include Palm Cove beach and Port Douglas's Macrossan Street.