Gold Coast

THE GOLD COAST IS QUEENSLAND'S PLAYGROUND, WITH OVER 70 KILOMETRES OF SAND AND SURF, YEARROUND PERFECT WEATHER, THEME PARKS AND NIGHTLIFE. WHILE THE FOCUS IS ON WATER ACTIVITIES, THERE’S ALSO THE SULTRY, TROPICAL RAINFOREST OF THE HINTERLAND, A THRIVING CULINARY SCENE, AND SHOPPING. THERE’S SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE – THE PERFECT PLACE FOR ADVENTURE, RELAXATION OR BOTH.

THINGS TO DO • Ride the world-class waves of Broadbeach,

Kirra and Main Beach • Hit the beach for some fun in the sun – the Gold Coast is known for its long sandy beaches • Start your day with spectacular views over the

Gold Coast on board a hot air balloon • Experience 360-degree spins and high-speed drifting with Paradise Jet Boating • Visit Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary to enjoy the experience of feeding wild lorikeets and meet koalas, kangaroos and other Aussie mates • Take a small group day tour into the Gold Coast’s hinterland visiting Mt Tamborine, Lamington National Park or enjoy a night time 4WD safari and glow worm tour

GOLD COAST BALLOONING & VINEYARD BREAKFAST

HOT AIR BALLOON GOLD COAST An unforgettable way to experience a scenic hot air balloon flight across the majestic Gold Coast Hinterland. Upon landing, assist with the fun of the balloon pack-up before sitting down to a hot breakfast and champagne toast. Your return coach (subject to location) will be back at your hotel in time to hit the beach or a theme park. Duration: 5 hours Departs: Gold Coast Daily from 5:00am

VIBE HOTEL GOLD COAST

SOUTHERN CROSS 4WD TOURS Enjoy an all-inclusive small group day tour into the Gold Coast Hinterland to visit Mt Tamborine, Lamington National Park and O’Reilly’s. Experience secluded hillside trails, private venues, guided rainforest walks, waterfalls, treetop canopy walk and more. Morning tea, BBQ lunch, beverages, wild bird feeding and National Park fees are all included in the cost. Half day tours are also available. Duration: 9 hours Departs: Gold Coast Daily from 7:30am

CURRUMBIN WILDLIFE SANCTUARY

CURRUMBIN WILDLIFE SANCTUARY Visit Gold Coasts' #1 wildlife attraction and see koalas, kangaroos and our other Aussie mates. Enjoy exciting daily shows including Wild Skies, or discover Lost Valley, a forgotten world where you’ll see exotic animals including our cheeky lemurs. Watch our vets in action at one of the busiest wildlife hospitals in the world. There’s so much more to explore! Opening Hours: 8am - 5pm, 7 days a week. Closed Anzac Day (25 April) and Christmas Day 42 FERNY AVENUE, SURFERS PARADISE

About hotel & property facilities: Vibe Hotel Gold Coast overlooks the picturesque sweep of the Nerang River, with views to the east of the sparkling ocean and west to the Gold Coast Hinterland. Facilities include breakfast restaurant, bar, outdoor pool, spa, gym.

NOCTURNAL RAINFOREST

SOUTHERN CROSS 4WD TOURS Australia’s only night time 4WD Safari and Glow Worm Tour. On this small group tour see the forest come to life after dark. An expert guide will provide local commentary, point out nocturnal flora and fauna finished off with viewing glow worms in their natural environment at a secluded National Park Waterfall. Dessert at a mountain restaurant is also included. Duration: 4 hours Departs: Gold Coast Daily from 6pm

DRACULA'S CABARET

DRACULA'S CABARET Enjoy an evening of Thrillertainment at Dracula’s Cabaret. Take the ghost train to the Theatre of the Vampire, enjoy a 3-course meal and witness a wild night of fast-paced vampire vaudeville punctuated by sassy burlesque, circus acts, amazing special FX, and stadium live rock. There is nowhere in the world quite like Dracula’s Cabaret. Duration: 3.5 hours Departs: From 7pm

VOCO GOLD COAST

31 HAMILTON AVENUE, SURFERS PARADISE

About hotel & property facilities: At voco™ Gold Coast, experience a hotel with a twist. Stay in modern, stylish and unstuffy accommodation. Get together in 3 restaurants and bars designed for socialising and celebrating, and relax in a choice of 2 pools and a spa. Enjoy 24-hour reception,

RAINFOREST & WILDLIFE TOUR

& GLOW WORM TOUR

concierge, WiFi & day spa.

NATURAL BRIDGE & SPRINGBROOK TOUR

SOUTHREN CROSS 4WD TOURS This small group tour offers a personalised experience with no more than 16 people per tour. Visit the World Heritage rainforests of Springbrook National Park. View up to 5 waterfalls including Natural Bridge and Purling Brook Falls. Enjoy a guided rainforest walk, tour commentary on the area from your expert local guide and afternoon tea at a cosy hinterland restaurant.

Duration: 5 hours Departs: Gold Coast from 12pm

PARADISE JET BOATING

PARADISE JET BOATING Paradise Jet Boating offer fun and unique touring experiences for your guests visiting the Gold Coast. The Jet Boating product is suitable for both FIT and Group markets and Paradise Jet Boating combines fun and adventure with sightseeing and wildlife spotting in the Broadwater. Rides include free return Surfers Paradise hotel transfers. Duration: 55 Minutes & 35km Departs: On the hour/every hour – from 9am to 4pm – 7 days

VICTORIA

VICTORIA

Grampians National Park Sovereign Hill Yarra Valley Melbourne Warrnambool Port Fairy Geelong Torquay Lorne Portland Phillip Island Mornington Peninsula

Twelve Apostles Apollo Bay Wilsons Promontory National Park

THINGS TO DO • Drive the majestic Great Ocean Road for scenic lookouts, historic shipwrecks, and meet koalas and kangaroos roaming freely in Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve • Visit Phillip Island to watch the Penguin Parade • Visit Narana Cultural Centre – a place that promotes reconciliation where everyone can join in, heal and walk together • Experience breathtaking walking trails in the Grampians

National Park • Travel an hour east to the Yarra Valley for wineries and picturesque villages, then continue to Puffing Billy, a preserved steam train • Soak up the healing mineral waters of the natural spas at Daylesford • Visit Sovereign Hill in Ballarat, an 1850s open-air Gold Rush era museum • Travel less than an hour from Melbourne to Geelong and the Bellarine, home to some of the best regional dining. This peninsula together with the Mornington Peninsula, separates Port Phillip from Bass Straits • Cruise on Searoad Ferries with your car or motorhome across

Port Phillip Bay that connects the Great Ocean Road and the

Mornington Peninsula WHETHER YOU LOVE THE GREAT OUTDOORS OR THE ARTS, VICTORIA HAS SOMETHING FOR YOU! FROM SANDY BEACHES, TO SNOW-PEAKED MOUNTAINS, SPAS AND WINERIES, TO STRIKING PUBLIC SPACES AND ICONIC AUSTRALIAN ANIMALS SUCH AS KOALAS, KANGAROOS AND WOMBATS IN THE WILD - WHEREVER YOU TURN, THERE'S ALWAYS SOMETHING SPECIAL TO SEE AND DO IN VICTORIA. THE FRESH REGIONAL PRODUCE AND CREATIVE CUISINE ON OFFER THROUGHOUT THE STATE COMBINE TO CREATE A WONDERFUL CONTEMPORARY FOOD AND WINE SCENE. BEING A COMPACT STATE THERE ARE MANY WONDERFUL DAY TRIPS OR SHORT OVERNIGHT TRIPS BEYOND MELBOURNE TO CONNECT TO NATURE AND WILDLIFE VIA A ROAD TRIP. MAJESTIC COASTAL JOURNEYS, WINERIES, HEALING SPAS AND GREAT REGIONAL FOOD AND WINE ARE ALL WITHIN EASY REACH.

SIGHTSEEING WITH AUTOPIA TOURS

1 DAY PENGUIN PARADE WITH KOALA HIGHLIGHTS & ANTARCTIC JOURNEY

AUTOPIA TOURS Get up close with a host of Australian wildlife and see the fantastic coastline of Phillip Island. Witness one of the most spectacular wildlife experiences, as hundreds of tiny penguins waddle-ashore at sunset! You’ll also get the chance to hand feed kangaroos (own expense), get up close to koalas and enjoy the interactive experience at the World Wildlife Fund Antarctic Journey. Duration: 12 hours Departs: From Melbourne with pick-ups from 10:15am (winter) and 12:15pm (summer)

1 DAY EXPLORE MORNINGTON PENINSULA WINE & CHEESE TOUR

AUTOPIA TOURS Enjoy a fantastic day in the Mornington Peninsula, a maritime playground with quiet bayside beaches, ocean vistas and all your favourite things to sample; wine, cheese, chocolate and cider. Visit some iconic and wonderful places such as Arthur’s Seat Lookout, Main Ridge Goat’s Cheese Dairy, Strawberry Farm, Mornington Peninsula Chocolates, Mocks Orchard Cider Lounge and two boutique local wineries. Duration: 10 hours Departs: Melbourne, 7:00-7:55am AUTOPIA TOURS Journey with us to the Grampians (Gariwerd), one of Australia’s ancient and spectacular rugged mountain ranges. Enjoy breathtaking views, hiking trails and scenic landscape. The Grampians National Park is also rich in Aboriginal culture. Encounter an abundance of native wildlife, including kangaroos and emus. Witness the spectacle of MacKenzie Falls and remarkable panoramic views of the Jaws of Death and Balconies. Duration: 13 hours Departs: Melbourne, 7:00-7:45am

1 DAY GREAT OCEAN ROAD WITHOUT THE CROWDS - REVERSE TOUR

AUTOPIA TOURS Take in the serenity of the Great Ocean Road in all its glory without the crowds. Escape the city, stopping at Loch Ard Gorge and 12 Apostles early morning for those uninterrupted panoramic views of this scenic coastline. Rest assured, this tour itinerary has been designed to incorporate all the major highlights whilst delivering the best customer experience. Duration: 13 hours Departs: From Melbourne.

1 DAY GRAMPIANS NATIONAL PARK WILDERNESS ESCAPE TOUR

With select inner city pick-ups from 7:00-7:45am

1 DAY DISCOVER THE YARRA VALLEY FOOD & WINE TOUR

AUTOPIA TOURS The Yarra Valley has enticed visitors for over 150 years, so come and explore Australia’s premier cool climate wine producing region. Sip on world-renowned wines of the red, white and sparkling varieties, as friendly winemakers welcome you to beautiful homesteads and cellar doors. Enjoy sampling gourmet locally grown produce, delicious chocolate, refreshing cider and ale from a charming rustic brew house. Duration: 9 hours Departs: Melbourne, 7:00-7:45am.