Top Queensland Day Trips & Excursions

Q: What are the best options for Queensland Day Trips & Excursions?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best Queensland Day Trips & Excursions are: Gold Coast Hot Air Balloon with 5 Star Champagne Buffet Breakfast O'Reilly's & Lamington National Park from Gold Coast Explorer Tour by Cairns Waterfalls Noosa Heads and Eumundi Markets Private Tour from Brisbane Gold Coast Private Skippered Limo on the Water Canal Cruise

Q: What are the best kid-friendly options for Queensland Day Trips & Excursions Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly Queensland Day Trips & Excursions are: The Ginger Factory - Play All Day Bundle Unlimited Rides Experience History onboard The Mary Valley Rattler Discover Toowoomba Tours Magnetic Island Tour Maggie Comprehensive Half Day Morning Adventure - Fitzroy Island Return Ferry Included View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which Queensland Day Trips & Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

Queensland Day Trips & Excursions with Instant Confirmation include: The Ginger Factory - Play All Day Bundle Unlimited Rides Experience History onboard The Mary Valley Rattler Magnetic Island Tour Maggie Comprehensive Half Day Morning Adventure - Fitzroy Island Return Ferry Included Snorkelling or Glass Bottom Boat at Green Island from Cairns View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which Queensland Day Trips & Excursions have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These Queensland Day Trips & Excursions include Hotel Pickup: Discover Toowoomba Tours Magnetic Island Tour Maggie Comprehensive Magnetic Island Tour Behind the Scenes Hop on Hop Off Bus - Tamborine Mountain from Brisbane Hop on Hop Off Bus - Tamborine Mountain from Gold Coast View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

Q: Got any more Queensland trip ideas?

We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked Queensland Tours. Top 10 Queensland 2026 Senior-friendly tours Queensland The best tours and activities for culture lovers in Queensland Top Day Trips from Queensland Things to do in Queensland this summer View all Queensland Trip Ideas →

Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Queensland?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in Queensland are: Queensland Luxury & Special Occasions Queensland Luxury Tours Queensland Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours Queensland Tours & Sightseeing Queensland Boat Tours View all tour styles in Queensland →

Great Barrier Reef Cruise - Gold Class VIP Lounge Package

Be our VIP’s for the day! Cruise to the Outer Reef onboard superyacht, Evolution, with access to your own private Gold Class lounge for the …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

4.9 (65)

Great Barrier Reef Cruise - Gold Class VIP Lounge Package

Be our VIP’s for the day! Cruise to the Outer Reef onboard superyacht, Evolution, with access to your own private Gold Class lounge for the...

8 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (65)

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$561

Kuranda Day Tour, TKS-RFS CLASSIC GOLD PLUS 0930

Small tour operator - that means you get the best service/attention. SE Asian language abilities and understanding customers culture and background. Packaged tour means you …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

5.0 (4)

Kuranda Day Tour, TKS-RFS CLASSIC GOLD PLUS 0930

Small tour operator - that means you get the best service/attention. SE Asian language abilities and understanding customers culture and background. Packaged tour means you...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (4)

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$558

Private Half Day Tour: World Heritage Rainforest & Waterfall

Do you want to have your own private tour guide and vehicle all to yourself? Exclusive half day tour takes in three Wet Tropics Rainforest …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

5.0 (20)

Private Half Day Tour: World Heritage Rainforest & Waterfall

Do you want to have your own private tour guide and vehicle all to yourself? Exclusive half day tour takes in three Wet Tropics Rainforest...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered

5.0 (20)

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$833

Brisbane And Gold Coast Helicopter Pub Crawl 3 Stops

Experience the best hand-picked pubs in the region while touring around the regions of Brisbane, Gold Coast, Moreton & Straddie Islands and the Scenic Rim …More

Brisbane, Australia

5.0 (7)

Brisbane And Gold Coast Helicopter Pub Crawl 3 Stops

Experience the best hand-picked pubs in the region while touring around the regions of Brisbane, Gold Coast, Moreton & Straddie Islands and the Scenic Rim...

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (7)

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$850

Great Beach Drive 4WD Tour - Private Charter from Noosa to Rainbow Beach

Escape the city for this private 8-hour 4WD drive experience as you take in the constantly changing scenery and locations that will take your breath …More

Noosa & Sunshine Coast, Australia

5.0 (52)

Great Beach Drive 4WD Tour - Private Charter from Noosa to Rainbow Beach

Escape the city for this private 8-hour 4WD drive experience as you take in the constantly changing scenery and locations that will take your breath...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$907

Private Group Tour Brisbane & Gold Coast Personal Tours

Private tours are available for groups from 1 – 13 guests. Ideal for those with limited time who can chose the day and times of …More

Ipswich, Australia

5.0 (4)

Private Group Tour Brisbane & Gold Coast Personal Tours

Private tours are available for groups from 1 – 13 guests. Ideal for those with limited time who can chose the day and times of...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (4)

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$943

Herberton Historical Village Day Trip from Cairns - One of the best ever tours.

On your very own private tour, travel through Pioneering Australian History with the award winning Herberton Historical Village. Visit Kuranda lookout, Barron Falls and the …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

4.7 (19)

Herberton Historical Village Day Trip from Cairns - One of the best ever tours.

On your very own private tour, travel through Pioneering Australian History with the award winning Herberton Historical Village. Visit Kuranda lookout, Barron Falls and the...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.7 (19)

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$979

Noosa: Epic Private Tour - Double Island Point Day Adventure

Noosa's most unique private tour - Ultimate wildlife & aquatic adventure with friends & family starts with our local expert guides taking you deep into …More

Noosa & Sunshine Coast, Australia

4.9 (14)

Noosa: Epic Private Tour - Double Island Point Day Adventure

Noosa's most unique private tour - Ultimate wildlife & aquatic adventure with friends & family starts with our local expert guides taking you deep into...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (14)

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$1,040

6 Hours Brisbane Private Tour – Popular Sights in One Day

With flexibility on pickup times, and your choice of premium vehicles and points of interests, our group will visit Brisbane’s most iconic sights and scenic …More

Brisbane, Australia

5.0 (10)

6 Hours Brisbane Private Tour – Popular Sights in One Day

With flexibility on pickup times, and your choice of premium vehicles and points of interests, our group will visit Brisbane’s most iconic sights and scenic...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,158

Welcome to Brisbane Private Tour by Local Guide

With flexibility on pickup times, premium vehicles, and additional stops according to your interests, you'll experience the Brisbane's popular spots in one day. To begin …More

Brisbane, Australia

5.0 (2)

Welcome to Brisbane Private Tour by Local Guide

With flexibility on pickup times, premium vehicles, and additional stops according to your interests, you'll experience the Brisbane's popular spots in one day. To begin...

6 to 7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$1,158

Brisbane and Gold Coast Helicopter Pub Crawl 5 Stops

The Gold Coast & Brisbane Pub Crawl begins and ends at Archerfield Airport There’s no fun in doing this solo, so we have a minimum …More

Brisbane, Australia

5.0 (3)

Brisbane and Gold Coast Helicopter Pub Crawl 5 Stops

The Gold Coast & Brisbane Pub Crawl begins and ends at Archerfield Airport There’s no fun in doing this solo, so we have a minimum...

7 to 8 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (3)

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$1,205

Australia Zoo Private Group Tour from Brisbane

If you prefer a slightly shorter zoo visit, we have two alternatives to start your day. We can drive around 40 minutes into the hinterland …More

Brisbane, Australia

5.0 (4)

Australia Zoo Private Group Tour from Brisbane

If you prefer a slightly shorter zoo visit, we have two alternatives to start your day. We can drive around 40 minutes into the hinterland...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,207

Whitsunday Islands Private Sailing Experience with Snorkeling & Langford Reef

Charter your own skipper and crew on a tallship in the Whitsunday Islands for up to 24 guests with this private tour that gives you …More

Airlie Beach, Australia

5.0 (4)

Whitsunday Islands Private Sailing Experience with Snorkeling & Langford Reef

Charter your own skipper and crew on a tallship in the Whitsunday Islands for up to 24 guests with this private tour that gives you...

8 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (4)

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$1,289

Alpaca Feeding with Wildlife and Nature Park Visit Private Tour

This tour is reserved solely for your group, offering a truly private experience! By booking a tour with us, you have the flexibility to customise …More

Brisbane, Australia

Alpaca Feeding with Wildlife and Nature Park Visit Private Tour

This tour is reserved solely for your group, offering a truly private experience! By booking a tour with us, you have the flexibility to customise...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,300

Gold Coast Surfer's Paradise Private Tour from Brisbane

With flexibility on pickup times, premium vehicles, and additional stops according to your interests, this fun tour takes you to 4 awesome places in Gold …More

Brisbane, Australia

5.0 (3)

Gold Coast Surfer's Paradise Private Tour from Brisbane

With flexibility on pickup times, premium vehicles, and additional stops according to your interests, this fun tour takes you to 4 awesome places in Gold...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (3)

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$1,305

Sunshine Coast Hinterland Private Tour from Brisbane

With flexibility on pickup times, premium vehicles, and additional stops according to your interests, you'll experience the best of Sunshine Coast. Start at the Ginger …More

Brisbane, Australia

Sunshine Coast Hinterland Private Tour from Brisbane

With flexibility on pickup times, premium vehicles, and additional stops according to your interests, you'll experience the best of Sunshine Coast. Start at the Ginger...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,305

Noosa Heads and Eumundi Markets Private Tour from Brisbane

With flexibility on pickup times, premium vehicles, and additional stops according to your interests, experience the best of the Sunshine Coast with our tour. Start …More

Brisbane, Australia

5.0 (3)

Noosa Heads and Eumundi Markets Private Tour from Brisbane

With flexibility on pickup times, premium vehicles, and additional stops according to your interests, experience the best of the Sunshine Coast with our tour. Start...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (3)

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$1,306

4 Days Daintree, Outback Chillagoe, Great Barrier Reef & Kuranda

This is a 4 days tour covering all the main attractions in Cairns, very economical, tailored based on the what people like when they visit …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

4 Days Daintree, Outback Chillagoe, Great Barrier Reef & Kuranda

This is a 4 days tour covering all the main attractions in Cairns, very economical, tailored based on the what people like when they visit...

4 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,327

Private Shore Excursions with Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Visit

This is a private shore excursion tour, offering a truly private experience. Discover the best of Brisbane in a day, including many hidden gems. The …More

Brisbane, Australia

5.0 (2)

Private Shore Excursions with Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Visit

This is a private shore excursion tour, offering a truly private experience. Discover the best of Brisbane in a day, including many hidden gems. The...

6 to 7 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$1,368

Byron Bay Private Group Tour from Brisbane

With flexibility on pickup times, cruise in a premium vehicle, and even add a few extra stops along the way if something catches your eye. …More

Brisbane, Australia

Byron Bay Private Group Tour from Brisbane

With flexibility on pickup times, cruise in a premium vehicle, and even add a few extra stops along the way if something catches your eye....

9 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,396

Frequently Asked Questions

These answers are based on answers previously given to Cool Shore Excursions customers' questions.

What are the best options for Queensland Day Trips & Excursions?

What are the best kid-friendly options for Queensland Day Trips & Excursions Tours?

Which Queensland Day Trips & Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

Which Queensland Day Trips & Excursions have Free Cancellation?

Queensland Day Trips & Excursions with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

I need a ride! Which Queensland Day Trips & Excursions have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more Queensland trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Queensland?