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South Brisbane Cemetery Ghost Tour: 2-hour lantern walkA 2-hour guided ghost tour through South Brisbane Cemetery (Dutton Park Cemetery) in Brisbane, led by historian Jack Sim with a lantern, visiting the graves of executed Boggo Road Jail prisoners, a ghost girl, a sea captain and a man buried alive. The tour includes a copy of the book Ghosts of South Brisbane Cemetery and a donation to the Heritage Fund. Children must be at least 10 years old; moderate walking on steep hills is involved, and flat-soled enclosed shoes are required.Is it for me?The tour involves a moderate amount of walking on steep hills over 2 hours, so it suits someone with reasonable fitness who doesn't mind uneven ground and is prepared to bring a torch and wear flat shoes. If you're looking for a sitting-down experience or have mobility concerns, this one is built for walkers.
Tamborine Mountain Wine Tasting Tour from Brisbane - 2 TastingsA small-group wine tasting tour from Brisbane to Tamborine Mountain with pickup included, two guided tastings at family-owned wineries, time to explore Gallery Walk, and a flexible schedule so you spend longer at the stops that appeal to you. The tour runs 7 to 8 hours; lunch and any extra tastings are your choice at checkout.Is it for me?Book this if you want a guided tasting experience without driving yourself—the minibus keeps groups small and the pace intimate, letting you focus on the wine and mountain views rather than navigation.
Toowong Cemetery Ghost Tour: 2-Hour Guided TalesA 2-hour guided historic ghost tour of Toowong Cemetery in Brisbane led by haunted historian Jack Sim, author of the Ghosts of Toowong Cemetery series. The tour visits Jack the Ripper's possible grave, Chinese hungry ghosts, the strange phenomenon of Spook Hill, a creepy crypt, and the burial place of Governor Blackall. You receive a copy of Ghosts of Toowong Cemetery (RRP $25) and a donation goes to the Ghost Tours' Haunted Heritage Fund. Children from age 10 are welcome with adult supervision; moderate walking up steep hills is involved, and you'll need flat-soled enclosed shoes and your own torch.Is it for me?The tour starts and ends at Toowong Cemetery itself, so if you're staying in Brisbane without a car, check the public transport options nearby — they'll get you there. The 2-hour walk is steady and uphill, so come with moderate fitness and flat-soled shoes; if steep cemetery terrain or sustained climbing sounds uncomfortable, this one isn't the fit.
Private Brisbane Walking Tour: Queen Street to City HallA private 90-minute walking tour of Brisbane led by a local guide who takes you through Queen Street Mall, City Hall, and the Treasury Building, sharing the history and architecture that shaped the city. You move at your own pace with one guide's undivided attention, and the tour includes a small gift and snacks.Is it for me?Book this if you want a guide's full attention and the freedom to linger where the city interests you—the private format means the pace and stories bend to what you want to know, not a group's schedule.
North Stradbroke Island Private Tour with PickupA private guided tour of North Stradbroke Island with hotel pickup, ferry crossing and all-day transport included. The itinerary covers Point Lookout's Gorge Walk for whale and dolphin spotting, Myora Springs' freshwater creek and Aboriginal heritage, Amity Point's coastal gums where koalas rest, and Brown Lake's tea-stained freshwater for swimming or picnicking. Minimum three participants; guide speaks English, German or Dutch. Lunch is your choice at Point Lookout.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're staying on the mainland without a car — the pickup from your hotel and the fixed ferry times mean the whole day holds together without you arranging transport or timing the boat yourself. The small group and private vehicle also suit anyone who prefers a slower pace and wants to linger at each stop without rushing to a schedule.
Brisbane Walking Tour: City Stories & CoffeeA small-group walking tour of Brisbane's city centre that begins and ends at King George Square, moving through Anzac Square, Post Office Square, the Old Windmill and Frog's Hollow at an easy pace with a local guide. The tour runs two and a half hours and includes coffee or tea; it is wheelchair accessible and suitable for all fitness levels.Is it for me?At two and a half hours, this tour fits into a free afternoon without eating the whole day—you get the city's real story without the rush, and the easy pace leaves room to explore on your own afterward or grab lunch nearby.
Brisbane Airport Transfer: Luxury Chauffeur & Luggage AssistYou book a pickup time, receive confirmation by email, and get a text 30 minutes before your chauffeur arrives with vehicle details and live tracking. A professional driver meets you, assists with luggage, and drives you to Brisbane airport in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle with complimentary water. All fees are included upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available if anything changes before or during your journey.Is it for me?Choose this if you want to arrive at Brisbane airport without the stress of parking, navigating rideshare apps, or negotiating with a taxi driver—the chauffeur handles the timing, the route, and the luggage, leaving you to focus on your flight.
Gold Coast Airport Transfer: Private Van for Groups Up to 15You're met at Gold Coast Airport arrivals by a driver with your name, helped with luggage, and driven directly to your hotel in an air-conditioned van. Flight delays up to 30 minutes are tracked, so your driver adjusts to your actual landing time. The price is fixed for your whole group, parking is included, and the drive to Surfers Paradise takes roughly 40 minutes depending on traffic.Is it for me?Book this if you're arriving with a group and want one fixed price, one vehicle, and no negotiation at the curb — the driver meets you at arrivals and handles the luggage, which is what saves time when you're tired from flying.
Brisbane River Jet Ski Tour: 70-minute ride from Breakfast CreekA 70-minute jet ski adventure on Brisbane River departing from Breakfast Creek in Newstead, where you ride your own ski past the Powerhouse and Story Bridge with a live guide, safety briefing and life jacket. Maximum two people per ski; you'll need photo ID to drive and moderate fitness to handle the throttle and turns.Is it for me?Book this if you want to be the one controlling the ski rather than watching from a tour boat—it's built for small groups or pairs who want to feel the river and the speed themselves, not narrate it from a seat.
Brisbane Airport to CBD Hotel: Private Luxury TransferYou're met at the terminal with a sign bearing your name, assisted with luggage, and driven directly to your CBD hotel in a private luxury vehicle. The driver tracks your flight, all tolls are covered, and the price is fixed before you land — no surprises at the curb. Book with your flight details and hotel address, and you'll receive a voucher to present on arrival.Is it for me?This transfer is worth booking if you want to skip the taxi queue and arrive at your hotel without arranging transport or carrying luggage yourself — the fixed price and flight tracking mean you know the cost and timing before you land.
North Stradbroke Island Tour: Aboriginal Culture & WildlifeA private tour from Brisbane to North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah) includes a 45-minute SeaLink ferry crossing, private vehicle transport on the island, entry to the North Stradbroke Historical Museum, and guided stops at Myora Springs, Point Lookout and the North Gorge Walk. The tour runs 8 to 9 hours total, with flexible pickup and drop-off in Brisbane, bottled water and snacks included. Lunch is not included.Is it for me?Pick this if you want Aboriginal history and coastal walks combined in one day with a private vehicle that lets your guide adjust stops based on what interests you most.
Private Brisbane Walking Tour: Customized with a Local GuideA private walking tour of Brisbane guided by a local who customizes the route, pace and stops around your interests. After booking, you fill out a short form about what you want to see—history, food, hidden corners, cultural spots—and your guide reaches out to build the itinerary together. The tour covers City Hall, Queen Street Mall, riverside boardwalks and neighborhoods like Kangaroo Point and New Farm, with flexible durations from 2 to 6 hours and pickup from central accommodations included.Is it for me?Choose a longer duration if you want to move beyond the main sights into quieter local neighborhoods and have time to sit with the city; a 2-hour walk works if you're short on time or want a quick introduction before exploring on your own.
Brisbane tour with Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Mt Coot-thaA private guided tour of Brisbane departing from the cruise terminal, visiting Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary to hold koalas and feed kangaroos, then Mt Coot-tha for panoramic city views, South Bank for the iconic BRISBANE sign, and Kangaroo Point Cliffs for river vistas. A local guide, bottled water, snacks and return transfer are included; the tour runs 6 to 7 hours and lunch is separate.Is it for me?Book this if you're docking at Brisbane Cruise Terminal and want a driver who sets the pace and route—you'll see wildlife, city views, and photo stops without negotiating stops as a group.
Gold Coast to Brisbane Private Transfer & PickupYou get picked up from your Gold Coast location and driven directly to Brisbane with a professional driver handling the entire 90-minute route. The service includes fuel, a fixed price agreed before travel, and flexibility to adjust timing or make brief stops along the way. No rental car, no public transport schedules, no stress about finding the way.Is it for me?Book this if you're traveling between Gold Coast and Brisbane and want to skip arranging a rental car or waiting for public transport—the driver handles the route and timing, which is what makes a stress-free transfer possible when you're on a schedule.
Harley Sightseeing Tour Brisbane: Story Bridge & Mount Coot-thaA private Harley Davidson motorcycle tour of Brisbane takes you across the Story Bridge, through Fortitude Valley and Newstead, past Suncorp Stadium, and up to Mount Coot-tha's scenic overlook. Your guide rides ahead in English or Spanish, and the route alternates between freeway stretches and winding hilly roads. Helmets and jackets are supplied; children from age 8 are welcome.Is it for me?The guide speaks English or Spanish, so you follow the commentary in real time as you ride—choose this tour if you want the city explained as you move through it, not narrated from a car window or a bus seat.
Gold Coast: Currumbin Wildlife & Byron Bay Lighthouse Day TourYou depart Gold Coast at 9am in a small, air-conditioned group with a Chinese-speaking guide. Spend the morning at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary with your entry ticket included, then transfer to Cape Byron Lighthouse for an hour at the headland before returning to your pickup point in the late afternoon. Lunch at Currumbin is your own cost; water is provided throughout.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Australian wildlife and a coastal lighthouse in one day without arranging separate transport, tickets, or timing—the small group and fixed schedule handle all three, and the Chinese-speaking guide removes the language barrier.
Brisbane Airport to CBD: Shared Shuttle with Meet & GreetYou arrive at Brisbane Airport, check in at the Con-X-ion counter, and board a shared shuttle that takes you straight to your CBD hotel. The driver meets you at arrivals, handles the route, and drops you at your door — no taxis, no bus stops, no luggage drama. Shuttles depart every 40 minutes and cost less than a cab ride.Is it for me?Ideal if you're landing without a rental car and want to avoid the taxi queue or figuring out public transport with luggage — the fixed price and direct route to your door mean you know exactly what you're paying and when you'll arrive.
Brisbane Airport to City: Luxury Car Transfer & Meet-GreetA driver meets you at arrivals with your name, loads your luggage, and drives you directly to your Brisbane hotel in a premium sedan. The 60-minute airport wait is free and flight-tracked, so delays don't cost you extra. All taxes and parking are included in the fixed price, which means you know the total before you land.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the taxi queue and arrive at your Brisbane hotel without arranging transport or worrying about surge pricing—the fixed rate and flight tracking mean you know the cost upfront and the car is waiting even if you land late.
Brisbane Airport Transfer: Luxury Car Pickup & DropoffYou get picked up from your Brisbane hotel by a professional driver holding your name, travel in a luxury sedan with bottled water included, and arrive at Brisbane Airport BNE without arranging transport yourself or worrying about timing. The fifteen-minute wait time means you're not rushed if checkout runs late, and the fixed price removes any guesswork about what the ride will cost.Is it for me?Worth booking if you land or depart at odd hours, travel with luggage, or simply want to remove the airport logistics from your day — the driver waits at your hotel and the price is set before you travel, so a trip to the airport stops being a last-minute scramble.
