10 Cultural Tours in Queensland That You Shouldn't Miss

September 22, 2021 Layne Dawes

Queensland (abbreviated as Qld) is the second-largest and third-most-populous state in the Commonwealth of Australia. Situated in the north-east of the country, it is bordered by the Northern Territory, South Australia and New South Wales to the west, south-west and south respectively. To the east, Queensland is bordered by the Coral Sea and Pacific Ocean. The state is the world's sixth largest sub-national entity, with an area of 1,852,642 km.
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1. 1770 Coastline Tour by LARC Amphibious Vehicle Including Picnic Lunch

535 Captain Cook Dr, Seventeen Seventy QLD 4677, Australia 1770 LARC! Tours
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Enjoy a picnic lunch on the beach and explore the national parks and waterways bordering the Town of 1770, adjacent to the Great Barrier Reef marine park. Travel by LARC, an amphibious vessel, across water and land and enjoy the informative commentary. There is also the opportunity to sight Australian wildlife and migratory birds.

Inclusions: Beverages, Lunch, Snacks, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board

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Reviewed By astridraines

Fantastic well organized, informative and relaxing fun filled day trip. Staff were friendly, animated and well versed in area and sights. Lighthouse Museum was a real treat and beautifully displayed. nice morning tea and lunch. highly recommended.

2. Brisbane Brewery Small-Group Tour with Lunch

Brisbane, Brisbane, Brisbane Region, Queensland Hop On Brewery Tours
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Book direct with us for the BEST price! Your educated, passionate guide will show you around four local craft beer breweries in Brisbane, and get behind the scenes information and history. We offer tours of the production floors, chat with the brewers and learn about the growing Brisbane beer scene. Small groups experience unique flavours and a fun day out sampling new beers and supporting the local community. Change your perception of beer with Hop On Brewery Tours!

Inclusions: Lunch, Beer tasting, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Local guide, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified

Reviewed By stevecrf1100

Our host Matt was a wealth of knowledge about craft beers, and took us to some great breweries having fun all the way. Tried some beers that never have before. Our crew really enjoyed it! Thanks

3. Double Pack-Ancient Rainforest and Waterfalls!

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns, 121-123 Esplanade, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia Waterfall Wanderers
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This tour is 2-days of adventure seeing the best of the Cairns region. Explore the waterfalls, volcanic craters and lakes of the Atherton Tablelands with Waterfall Wanderers and then venture through the Daintree- the oldest rainforest in the world-to Cape Tribulation with Active Tropics Explorer.

Inclusions: Lunch, National Park fees, Lunch, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Drinks

Reviewed By AussieFi_11

I had a fabulous day on this tour. I was initially concerned by all the images on the website of young people but in the day we had a predominantly ‘less young’ group. The tour was led by Sam who did an awesome job of making everyone feel comfortable and safe, and encouraged people to ‘have a go’. The group bonded really well over the day and it was no problem doing it as a solo traveller. The waterfalls were fabulous, we saw two platypuses in the stream, and generally had a great day.

4. Small Group Daintree Rainforest Tour

Cairns, Cairns, Cairns Region, Queensland Australian Luxury Escapes
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Join this small-group, 1-day tour to the World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest, traveling from Cairns, Palm Cove, or Port Douglas. Led by your guide, spot exotic birds, butterflies, and crocodiles as you cruise down the Daintree River, then take a hike through the tropical rainforest and enjoy sweeping views of the Great Barrier Reef from Cape Tribulation. After lunch, see some of Australia’s best-loved animals, such as kangaroos, wallabies, and lizards, make a photo stop at the Alexandra Range Lookout, and ride the Daintree River Ferry.

Inclusions: GST (Goods and Services Tax), National Park fees, Bottled water, Lunch, Morning tea in the rainforest, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By hclarke101

Our tour with Rick was amazing into the Daintree. His knowledge us second to none, the tour was fantastic with some much information. Lunch was out of this world and we got to see a casawarri up close. Thankyou so much!

5. Brisbane Day Tour

Roma Street Stop 125, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia Shakas Adventure Tours
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Experience the best sights Brisbane has to offer! Stop for photos at some of the most iconic locations in and around this beautiful city.   Add on your adventures including Skydive over the city or Kayaking on the river in the morning and climb the Story Bridge or XXXX Brewery Tour in the evening!

Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Local taxes, Driver/guide, Local guide, Professional guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch

Reviewed By evanora22

Fabulous Tour! Our group loved the tour to Stradbroke Island. Tim is just amazing his personality is so welcoming and he clearly enjoys what he does. We saw the Koalas, Kangaroos, and had an amazing time on the beach, would highly recommend just fantastic all round! Thank you so much for an amazing time, more memories of our time in Australia. If you plan on going to this Island I wouldn't bother with anyone else

6. Ngana Kulkinga Dungay - Full Day

Port Douglas QLD 4877, Australia Walkabout Cultural Adventures
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Ngana Kulkinga Dungay: We All Going Cape Tribulation Led by a local Aboriginal guide as you explore Kuku Yalanji country and learning about the culturally significant sights and local attractions between Port Douglas and Cape Tribulation including World Heritage Daintree rainforest. Learn the amazing relationships the Kuku Yalanji still have with their land and experience these diverse environments. Get an insight in to the history, culture and traditions of the local Aboriginal people and the area. Walk through the world’s oldest living rainforest, see natural wonders, the majestic Daintree river, and where the rainforest meets the reef, explore coastal habitats learning about the environment, different foods and medicines utilized from nature, sample some bush tucker, swim at one of the pristine freshwater streams in the area before returning to your accommodation.

Inclusions: Cold meat & salad wraps prepared fresh daily, bottled water and morning/afternoon tea, Air-conditioned vehicle

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Reviewed By Jay W

A friend recommended this tour to us, & I will now be recommending it to all who travel to FNQ as a must-do. We went out with our boys aged 4 & 8 and although some parts were really out of their usual comfort zone, Juan was so engaging and quietly chugged them along. We had an incredible day & Juan has gifted us with stories we will share for the rest of our life.

7. Ngana Kulkinga Dungay - Half Day

Port Douglas QLD 4877, Australia Walkabout Cultural Adventures
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Ngana Kulkinga Dungay: We All Going Cape Tribulation Led by a local Aboriginal guide you will explore Kuku Yalanji country and learning about the culturally significant sights and local attractions between Port Douglas and Cape Tribulation including World Heritage Daintree rainforest. Learn the amazing relationships the Kuku Yalanji still have with their land and experience these diverse environments. Get an insight in to the history, culture and traditions of the local Aboriginal people and the area. Walk through the world’s oldest living rainforest, see natural wonders, the majestic Daintree river, and where the rainforest meets the reef, explore coastal habitats learning about the environment, different foods and medicines utilized from nature, sample some bush tucker, swim at one of the pristine freshwater streams in the area before returning to your accommodation.

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Reviewed By Q7624ZApeterk

Our guide Juan was terrific. Knowledgeable and engaging, he answered many questions enthusiastically and gave us great insight into his mob from this region. Great information about First Nation’s care and use of country, traditions and history of the area. Spotted a large crocodile in the surf (from well up the beach), saw a large cassowary on one of the walks and had a great lunch at Cape Trib. Practiced spear throwing and checked out the stunning ice creams at the Daintree Ice Cream Company. A great day. Thanks Juan. Peter and Jill

8. Full-Day Guided Tour with workshop: Karragarra and Macleay Island

47 Banana St, Redland Bay QLD 4165, Australia Bay Islands Art & Scenic Tours
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This is a private tour with mix of walking & driving while exploring the beaches, the wildlife, the edible flowers, the fascinating history and the peaceful lifestyle. You will visit some of the local art studios, the island's gallery and get ‘hands-on’ creating copper art memento at a local home workshop.

Inclusions: morning & afternoon tea included (vegetarian and non-vegetarian options), This tour includes Cooper art workshop - visitors produce a nice memento to take home.

Exclusions: Ferry cost from & returning to Redland Bay is not included in the tour package.

Reviewed By 822bettinae

Anita gave us a wonderful tour of the islands. Superb knowledge of the arts and crafts in the area. Very cheerful presentation and I site into island life

9. Wang'ari Dreaming Bush Tucker Tour

Hervey Bay Botanic Gardens, 62-105 Elizabeth St, Urangan QLD 4655, Australia WANG'ARI DREAMING PTY LTD
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Wang'ari Dreaming Cultural Tours are the only 100% Aboriginal Owned Tour Operator on the Fraser Coast! Learn the how Batjala (Butchulla) people gathered and cultivated food on Kgari (Fraser Island) and Batjala Djah (Wide Bay/Fraser Coast) for tens of thousands of years. Discover Native bush food plants and preparation methods as you walk with your guide through Hervey Bays Botanical Gardens, collecting nourishing native bush tucker along the way! Return to 'camp' to savor a selection of tasty seasonal bush tucker prepared in traditional, contemporary and gourmet dishes with informative, historical discussion about each tasty morsel. Listen to the Beautiful Creation Story of the Batjala people and truly connect with First Nations People!​ ​

Inclusions: Brunch, Snacks, Coffee and/or Tea, All Fees and Taxes, Hand Sanitizer

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10. Half Day Aboriginal Rock Art Experience in Queensland

Culture Connect Australia
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Visit rarely seen ancient rock art galleries with Aboriginal Traditional Owners on their homelands of Normanby Station. Join Balnggarrawarra guides on an exclusive interpretive walk. Learn about traditional bush tucker and medicine. Connect with Indigenous culture through storytelling and art.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Exclusive access to rock art sites, Accommodation pickup from Cooktown, Aboriginal Guide, Interpretive walk, Snacks

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Reviewed By searcher2020

Cliff and Kelsey were welcoming and informative hosts to their land. The art they showed us was astounding and we felt privileged to be able to view it within its natural and rightful setting. The trip was great fun. Highly recommended. We will be back to experience more next time

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