5 Day Self Drive
Gold Coast / Northern Rivers

Have the freedom of your own rental car to explore the southern part of South east Queensland. A wide variety of scenery from National Parks, sub tropical rainforests, rivers and mountains to endless beaches, Theme Parks and water based activities. A lot to see in a small area, ideal for independent self drive travellers. So you don't miss out on all you should see, a fully escorted 4 Wheel Drive day trip into World Heritage rainforest is included.

Stay your first night in Brisbane, then drive on to the unique Binna Burra Mountain Lodge in the heart of the Lamington National Park for 1 night. The next day move on to Byron Bay to enjoy the relaxed lifestyle, beaches and arts in the area. Spend the next day exploring the Tweed Valley and Border Ranges National Park. before travelling north to Surfers Paradise (approximately 1 hour drive). Surfers Paradise is the centre of Australia's Gold Coast, known for it's miles of continuous surf beaches and excellent Theme Parks. Try some of the exciting water activities or lay back and enjoy the sunshine. A short drive at the end of the day 5 will take you back to Brisbane.

Package includes: * Toyota Corolla 1.6L (or similar) rental car with unlimited kilometres for five days * Accommodation for 1 night at Hotel Grand Chancellor, Brisbane * Accommodation for 1 night at Binna Burra Moutain Lodge, Lamington National Park (Gold Coast) * Accommodation for 1 night at Beach Club, Byron Bay * Accommodation for 1 night at Grand Mercure Hotel Broadbeach. Alternative cars can be provided and costed on request. Basic insurance with an excess is included. All accommodation is costed on a twin share basis. Single supplement available on request.

Sept 2000 to March 2002 £315 Share Twin
4 Day Self Drive
Sunshine Coast/Hervey Bay Region

Head north of Brisbane in your rental car to discover the beautiful Sunshine Coast and Hervey Bay regions. The Sunshine Coast offers the scenic Glasshouse Mountains, Underwater World, Queensland Zoo (Home of the Crocodile Hunter), Big Pineapple, Ginger factory and many other attractions.

Hervey Bay is the base for visiting Fraser Island, the largest sand Island in the world. Your first night is at Alexandra Headland on the Sunshine Coast. Your room looks straight out across the road to the ocean. and beach . A perfect base for all the attractions in the area, nothing is more than 25 minutes away. Your next 2 nights are at Urangan Harbour, the departure point for travelling to Fraser Island. Where there are over 230 species of birds and 25 species of mammals. A day tour to Fraser Island is included in this self drive package so that you can truly appreciate this unique Island.. Majestic humpback whales can be seen in this region from late July to October, a sight you won't forget.

Package includes: * Toyota Corolla 1.6L (or similar) rental car with unlimited kilometres for five days * Accommodation for 1 night at All Seasons Alexandra Headlands - Sunshine Coast * Accommodation for 2 nights at Kondari Resort, Hervey Bay * A full day trip to Fraser Island with Fraser Island Top Tours Alternative cars can be provided and costed on request. Basic insurance with an excess is included. All accommodation is costed on a twin share basis. Single supplement available on request.

Sept 2000 to March 2002 £175 Share Twin