Top Queensland Day Trips & Excursions

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

Queensland Day Trips & Excursions with Instant Confirmation include: Ocean Rafting: Whitehaven Beach, Snorkelling & Hill Inlet Lookout K'gari (Fraser Island) All Inclusive Day Tour Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet Lookout Snorkeling Cruise Snorkel & Whitehaven Beach Eco Cruise, Lunch | From Airlie Beach Experience History onboard The Mary Valley Rattler View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

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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 →

Epic Kayak With Dolphins & Wildlife - 4WD Beach Adventure Noosa

Explore Noosa's Great Sandy National Park, only reachable by 4WD, offering an untouched and pristine environment for wildlife encounters. Get the chance to paddle alongside …More

Noosa & Sunshine Coast, Australia

4.9 (450)

Epic Kayak With Dolphins & Wildlife - 4WD Beach Adventure Noosa

Explore Noosa's Great Sandy National Park, only reachable by 4WD, offering an untouched and pristine environment for wildlife encounters. Get the chance to paddle alongside...

6 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (450)

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$125

Wait-A-While Night Tour: Platypus, Tree Kangaroos & Rainforest

See Australia's unique animals and birds in their natural environment on a rainforest wildlife-spotting tour in the Atherton Tablelands. Led by an expert nature guide, …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

4.9 (435)

Wait-A-While Night Tour: Platypus, Tree Kangaroos & Rainforest

See Australia's unique animals and birds in their natural environment on a rainforest wildlife-spotting tour in the Atherton Tablelands. Led by an expert nature guide,...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (435)

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$164

Daintree Rainforest and Mossman Gorge: Full Day Tour

Daintree Rainforest Tour - Full Day: Enjoy interpretive rainforest walks, lush lunch site, estuarine crocodile and wildlife spotting on Cooper Creek and, of course, friendly …More

Port Douglas, Australia

4.9 (427)

Daintree Rainforest and Mossman Gorge: Full Day Tour

Daintree Rainforest Tour - Full Day: Enjoy interpretive rainforest walks, lush lunch site, estuarine crocodile and wildlife spotting on Cooper Creek and, of course, friendly...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (427)

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$174

Silverswift 3 Great Barrier Reef Sites in 1 Day from Cairns

View the colorful underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef on this full-day trip from Cairns. Whether you are a snorkeler or a scuba diver, …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

4.8 (418)

Silverswift 3 Great Barrier Reef Sites in 1 Day from Cairns

View the colorful underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef on this full-day trip from Cairns. Whether you are a snorkeler or a scuba diver,...

10 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (418)

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$215

Magnetic Island Tour Maggie Comprehensive

A mature and highly-regarded local guide will provide friendly, entertaining commentary on hundreds of topics covering birds and wildlife, trees, geology, history and folklore on …More

Townsville, Australia

4.9 (397)

Magnetic Island Tour Maggie Comprehensive

A mature and highly-regarded local guide will provide friendly, entertaining commentary on hundreds of topics covering birds and wildlife, trees, geology, history and folklore on...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (397)

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$70

Whitsunday Crocodile Safari is a safe, all-weather nature excursion which takes guests to see crocodiles in the wild in the Whitsundays. The safari enables you …More

The Whitsundays & Hamilton Island, Australia

4.8 (374)

Whitsunday Crocodile Safari

Whitsunday Crocodile Safari is a safe, all-weather nature excursion which takes guests to see crocodiles in the wild in the Whitsundays. The safari enables you...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (374)

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$105

Day Tour to Paronella Park, Lake Barrine and Waterfalls

This small-group premium day tour offers an immersive journey through Tropical North Queensland’s most iconic landscapes, guided by local experts in a comfortable air-conditioned mini-coach. …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

4.8 (344)

Day Tour to Paronella Park, Lake Barrine and Waterfalls

This small-group premium day tour offers an immersive journey through Tropical North Queensland’s most iconic landscapes, guided by local experts in a comfortable air-conditioned mini-coach....

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (344)

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$161

Full Day Reef Cruise and 10 Minute Helicopter Scenic Flight

Down Under Cruise and Dive by Evolution, a luxury 35-meter super-yacht. This package includes a full day to the outer Great Barrier Reef at two …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

4.9 (341)

Full Day Reef Cruise and 10 Minute Helicopter Scenic Flight

Down Under Cruise and Dive by Evolution, a luxury 35-meter super-yacht. This package includes a full day to the outer Great Barrier Reef at two...

8 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (341)

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$308

Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail Tour from Port Douglas

Departing from Port Douglas or Palm Cove (not Cairns), enjoy a small-group Kuranda day tour, limited to 20 guests for a personal and engaging experience. …More

Port Douglas, Australia

4.8 (296)

Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail Tour from Port Douglas

Departing from Port Douglas or Palm Cove (not Cairns), enjoy a small-group Kuranda day tour, limited to 20 guests for a personal and engaging experience....

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (296)

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$175

Whitsundays Day Cruise: Whitehaven Beach & Hill Inlet

Our company is in a small locally owned and operated Whitsundays business. Our crew truly make the difference, they are passionate about showing our guests …More

Airlie Beach, Australia

4.9 (291)

Whitsundays Day Cruise: Whitehaven Beach & Hill Inlet

Our company is in a small locally owned and operated Whitsundays business. Our crew truly make the difference, they are passionate about showing our guests...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (291)

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$175

North Stradbroke Island Day Tour from Brisbane – Small Group

Our North Stradbroke Island day tour from Brisbane is more than just a trip, it’s a personalised adventure with small groups, expert local guiding, and …More

Brisbane, Australia

4.8 (283)

North Stradbroke Island Day Tour from Brisbane – Small Group

Our North Stradbroke Island day tour from Brisbane is more than just a trip, it’s a personalised adventure with small groups, expert local guiding, and...

10 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (283)

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$139

Deluxe Springbrook & Mt Tamborine Glow Worms and famous Skywalk

See two areas in the one day!! Springbrook and Mt Tamborine ! WOW !! great for short visits as we will show you as much …More

Brisbane, Australia

4.8 (267)

Deluxe Springbrook & Mt Tamborine Glow Worms and famous Skywalk

See two areas in the one day!! Springbrook and Mt Tamborine ! WOW !! great for short visits as we will show you as much...

8 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (267)

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$133

Walkabout Cultural Adventures - Ngana Julaymba Dungay Full Day

Ngana Julaymba Dungay: We All Going Daintree Spend the day with a local Aboriginal tour guide, learning about culturally significant areas and the relationships the …More

Port Douglas, Australia

5.0 (257)

Walkabout Cultural Adventures - Ngana Julaymba Dungay Full Day

Ngana Julaymba Dungay: We All Going Daintree Spend the day with a local Aboriginal tour guide, learning about culturally significant areas and the relationships the...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (257)

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$171

Learn about the history of Cairns’ visiting the city, port, beaches and famous landmarks on a small-group afternoon tour. Experience sights not seen on other …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

4.9 (239)

Cairns City Sights and Surrounds Tour

Learn about the history of Cairns’ visiting the city, port, beaches and famous landmarks on a small-group afternoon tour. Experience sights not seen on other...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (239)

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$84

Full-Day Whitsunday Tour: Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet with BBQ

Value for Money! Offering the most time at two iconic Whitsunday locations - Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet, with the best Beach BBQ in the …More

Airlie Beach, Australia

5.0 (235)

Full-Day Whitsunday Tour: Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet with BBQ

Value for Money! Offering the most time at two iconic Whitsunday locations - Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet, with the best Beach BBQ in the...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (235)

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$164

Taste the Atherton Tablelands Food & Wine Tour from Port Douglas

Experience the Atherton Tablelands in one unforgettable day Discover the beauty, wildlife and stories of the Atherton Tablelands on this full-day small-group adventure from Port …More

Port Douglas, Australia

4.9 (221)

Taste the Atherton Tablelands Food & Wine Tour from Port Douglas

Experience the Atherton Tablelands in one unforgettable day Discover the beauty, wildlife and stories of the Atherton Tablelands on this full-day small-group adventure from Port...

9 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (221)

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$188

Lady Enid Sailing and Snorkeling Day Trip including Whitehaven Beach

A true sailing experience through the Whitsunday Islands on board the rare Australian classic yacht Lady Enid for adults only. Take a turn at the …More

Airlie Beach, Australia

4.9 (185)

Lady Enid Sailing and Snorkeling Day Trip including Whitehaven Beach

A true sailing experience through the Whitsunday Islands on board the rare Australian classic yacht Lady Enid for adults only. Take a turn at the...

9 to 11 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (185)

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$206

K'gari (Fraser Island) 4WD Adventure - From Noosa

Explore the beauty of K'gari (Fraser Island) on a full-day tour from Noosa. With an experienced and passionate guide, discover what makes the island a …More

Fraser Island, Australia

4.8 (178)

K'gari (Fraser Island) 4WD Adventure - From Noosa

Explore the beauty of K'gari (Fraser Island) on a full-day tour from Noosa. With an experienced and passionate guide, discover what makes the island a...

13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (178)

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$209

Cairns Small-Group Kuranda Tour: Skyrail & Scenic Railway

Discover Far North Queensland's spectacular rainforest with a local expert on this intimate Kuranda tour from Cairns. Limited to 10 guests, this small-group experience combines …More

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

4.8 (177)

Cairns Small-Group Kuranda Tour: Skyrail & Scenic Railway

Discover Far North Queensland's spectacular rainforest with a local expert on this intimate Kuranda tour from Cairns. Limited to 10 guests, this small-group experience combines...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (177)

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$206

Exclusive, small group adventure tour showcasing the best of the Daintree Rainforest, in tropical North Queensland. Highlights include swimming in the pristine, freshwater of Cassowary …More

Port Douglas, Australia

5.0 (173)

Daintree Waters Tour

Exclusive, small group adventure tour showcasing the best of the Daintree Rainforest, in tropical North Queensland. Highlights include swimming in the pristine, freshwater of Cassowary...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (173)

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$174

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

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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:

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