The 10 Best Tours in Gold Coast, Queensland

We are a local family and look forward to being able to share with you the opportunity to enjoy paddle boarding in our quiet, little-known, beautiful piece of paradise! Budds Beach is a hidden gem on the river in the heart of Surfers Paradise and its ideal for paddle boarding as it is protected from prevailing winds. If you can time your paddle for the afternoon, then you will also get to see the spectacular sunsets we get here.

Inclusions: Stand Up Paddle Board Hire

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As we move through the valley, your senses will be stimulated by picturesque mountain views, breath taking landscapes and fresh mountain air as you anticipate exploring the trails that lie from the Gold Coast to the unique wine trails of Mt Tamborine.  This will be a unique opportunity to pleasure your senses by tasting a hand-picked selection of wines produced by seasoned wine makers and award-winning boutique wineries along the way. We will make stops at a number of family-run wineries where you can excite your palates with guided tastings of between 6-10 varieties of wine at each Venue. A Gourmet 2 Course Lunch is provided from an award winning chef. This tour also includes a tasting at the Mt Tamborine Distillery and time to shop and taste gourmet fudge along the Gallery Walk.

Inclusions: Full-day wine tour from the Gold Coast to Mt Tamborine, Full Day Tour with guided tastings included at each venue, A sumptuous two-course lunch by an award winning chef at one of the wineries, Get first hand knowledge from both your guide and the people working in the wineries, Door to Door Service., Cheese Platter* Optional on day Own Expense, Fudge Tasting, Personalised small group tours so you get the exact experience you were hoping for., Live entertainment (depending on the day), Transport by new private air conditioned vehicles, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Lunch

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Cruising the stunning Gold Coast waterways has never been more stylish or convenient with an all-day sightseeing pass on the Hopo Gold Coast Ferry. Experience the calm picturesque waterways with unlimited stops at five iconic destinations along the way. Gold Coast's only Hop On Hop Off Ferry, is a great value day out with something for everyone.

Inclusions: 1 calendar date to utilise a Hop on Hop Off Cruise

Exclusions: Snacks

Features that are exclusive to Paradise Jet Boating for our customer’s safety, security, and enjoyment: • Newest and most advanced vessels in Australia • Life jackets for all guests on board the vessel • Safe & secure storage for belongings • Comfortable waiting areas with tea/coffee facilities • Free car parking and easy access by public transport • Professional photos available to purchase

Inclusions: 30 minutes jet boat ride, Lifejacket supplied, Valuables will be stored while you are on your ride

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Souvenir photos and video (available to purchase), Transfers are not included., Please make your way to check in point at Shop 7b Mariners Cove Marina, 60 Seaworld Drive 30mins prior to your ride time.

Visit venues that capture the grandeur of our colonial past and enjoy their local wines. All while been chauffeur around in luxury Mercedes Benz Bus. First, one was home to three former Queensland Premiers. Expect history, elegance and a relaxing wine tasting. With glorious setting, sweeping drive, the colonnaded veranda and undulating hills covered with vines will provide an immaculate setting for what is sure to be an amazing experience. Second, Historic homestead ‘Killowen’ is Canungra Valley Vineyards with extensive grounds that stretch along the banks of the Canungra Creek and the Alpaca Farm located on the property, so you can feed and walk an Alpaca through lush Vineyard grounds. Here we enjoy our lunch basket with local wines. Third, George Gibson founded the Central Coast Winery Pty Ltd in the 1970s with assistance from his son Peter. Together they experimented with varieties of winemaking from using traditional grape to assorted fruits and vegetables and honey.

Inclusions: Lunch, Wine Tasting, Bottled water, Luxury Air - Con Mercedes Benz Bus

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Throw your swimwear into a bag and set sail to Moreton Island, a world-renowned destination for encountering dolphins, dugong, and turtles. Located just 75 minutes from Brisbane, this full-day tour features an eco-cruise, tropical buffet lunch, island beach time and guided snorkel tour at the famous Tangalooma Wrecks. Board the brand new AUD 4mill vessel, the Spirit of Migaloo II, and you’ll soon discover that there’s more to Moreton Island than meets the eye.

Inclusions: Tropical Buffet Lunch - featuring daily caught trawler prawns, succulent roast chicken., Morning Tea: Biscuit, Use of Snorkelling equipment, Guided Snorkeling at Tangalooma Wrecks, Dolphins & Marine animal watching

Exclusions: Soft Drinks & Alcohols are available to purchase on the boat.

The one hour Safari is approximately a 30 kilometre round trip. Non Stop Fun! Get ready for a one hour South Stradbroke Island adventure thrill of a lifetime! Blast your way along the sub tropical shores of South Stradbroke Island. We head North for a good 15km weaving our way past beautiful Islands, beaches, sandbars and mangroves before turning around and making our way back home.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Professional photographer, Tour escort/host, Safety equipment, life jackets, wind jackets, water proof containers

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Drinks, Food and drinks, Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Stepping into a world of optical illusions, the larger than life murals allow people of all ages to come face to face with wild animals, scale rocky crevasses and surf the ultimate pipelines. Stretching over 1400 square metres, visitors can walk through a variety of different zones, each with its own spectacular theme. ArtVo illusions offers everyone the chance to experience the traditional art museum in a whole new way. It offers their patrons the opportunity, to not only touch the art but be the art by simply striking a pose in front of the camera. What is even more refreshing are the museum staff who encourage you to take as many photos and selfies as possible. They can assist you so you and your friends are free to become part of the art at all times. A fantastic idea for all ages!

Inclusions: Entrance Ticket

Exclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Alcoholic Beverages, Private transportation

• Enjoy the thrills of parasailing for you and a friend or partner in this experience  • Great gift idea or idea for a fun & memorable experience  • Soar in the sky 400ft high above the Gold Coasts broad water taking enjoying all the breath taking views of the beautiful Gold Coast and surrounds  • You will receive a short safety training session with your instructor before being harnessed to take the skies  • You will be harnessed up in the latest safety equipment and winched up high above their purpose built Parasailing boat for around 8 minutes fly time, but allow approximately 45 minutes for the experience with briefing, harnessing and flight time

Inclusions: All the correct safety gear, Life Jacket & Harnesses, Departing from the GC Jet Base at Marina Mirage, Valuables will be stored while you are on your ride

Exclusions: Hotel pickup, Hotel drop-off, Video and Pictures, can be purchased separately after experience

Brace yourself and hold on for an exhilarating 55 minute jet boat thrill ride on the beautiful Gold Coast Broadwater. Jump aboard a powerful turbo-charged Jet boat for an adrenalin-packed ride, full of 360-degree spins, slides and shallow-water skimming.

Inclusions: 55-minute jet boat thrill ride, Use of life jackets

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop off