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10 best Queensland solo travel packages
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- Australia: North Queensland Adventure
- Great Barrier Reef Explorer (Snorkel To Adventure)
- Australian Highlights
- Whitsundays, Reef & Rainforest - 9 days
- Cape York Frontier (Fly/ Drive)
- Best Of The East Coast – 16 Day Boutique Tour
- Brisbane to Cairns Adventure
- North Queensland Adventure (22 destinations)
- Cape York & Torres Strait Explorer
- Essential Brisbane to Cairns
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 up to 35 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 50 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Contiki From $2,745
5% Off- NZ$2,608You save $137
Marine adventures merge with comfortable boat life along the Great Barrier Reef's diverse ecosystems. Suited for travelers aged 18-35, with professional guidance and full equipment provided from Cairns.
Duration 3 days Destinations Cairns, Great Barrier Reef Age Range 18 to 35 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 30 Group Type Group Room Type Shared Operator Contiki From
5% Off- NZ$935+$106 upfront costs
Australian Highlights
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Amazing experience in New Zealand, Australia and Fiji. Trafalgar exceeded our expectations!”
Tina, traveled in February
Solo travelers enjoy Queensland's highlights with guided reef experiences and optional Daintree excursions. Share meals at Salt House restaurant and bond during Great Barrier Reef cruises, with comfortable private rooms in premium Cairns accommodations.
Duration 13 days Destinations Melbourne, Uluru, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Sydney Age Range up to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 50 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Trafalgar From $9,810
10% Off- NZ$8,829+$2,905 upfront costsYou save $981
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 18 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator On The Go Tours From
10% Off- NZ$7,775
Cairns to Cape York adventures offer single travelers shared experiences in Queensland. Thursday Island tours, communal dinners at Bramwell Station, and swimming at Fruit Bat Falls create bonds with fellow travelers during the 7-day journey.
Duration 7 days Destinations Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Thursday Island, Seisia, Cape York, Weipa, Cooktown Age Range up to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 48 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator AAT Kings From
10% Off- NZ$5,435
Best Of The East Coast – 16 Day Boutique Tour
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The small group tour with lovely Hotels/Resorts on top level was the best tour in Australia so far for me.”
Kirsten, traveled in February
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 up to 90 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Via Travel Australia From
10% Off- NZ$11,716
Duration 8 days Destinations Brisbane, Noosa, Hervey Bay, Fraser Island, Airlie Beach, Whitsunday Islands, Townsville, Lucinda, Mission Beach, AthertonSee all destinations Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Intrepid Travel From $4,225
20% Off- NZ$3,380You save $845
Duration 13 days Destinations Brisbane, Noosa, Hervey Bay, Fraser Island, Airlie Beach, Whitsunday Islands, Townsville, Lucinda, Mission Beach, TullySee all destinations Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Intrepid Travel From $7,875
20% Off- NZ$6,300You save $1,575
Remote Cape York Peninsula brings travelers together at Cooktown History Centre and Lockhart River Arts Centre. Shared camping from Rossville to Seisia includes group meals and activities for ages 15+.
Duration 11 days Destinations Cairns, Daintree National Park, Rossville, Cooktown, Laura, Coen, Iron Range National Park, Weipa, Seisia, Thursday Island Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 19 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Intrepid Travel From $5,480
25% Off- NZ$4,110You save $1,370
Whitsundays sailing, Noosa's Coastal Walk, and beachfront hostel stays unite adventurers. Magnetic Island's koala-filled trails await travelers aged 18-35.
Duration 10 days Destinations Brisbane, Noosa, Airlie Beach, Whitsundays, Magnetic Island, Mission Beach, Cairns Age Range 18 to 35 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Intrepid Travel From $3,795
25% Off- NZ$2,846You save $949
What people love about touring Queensland solo
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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.