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Brisbane River Cruise with entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

See Australia’s amazing animals on a day trip to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary from Brisbane. Your river cruise takes you from the bustling waterfront of …More

4.8 (1,633)

Brisbane River Cruise with entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

See Australia’s amazing animals on a day trip to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary from Brisbane. Your river cruise takes you from the bustling waterfront of...

5 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.8 (1,633)
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$99
Cruise to Lunch Package: 10:30am – 2pm (3.5hr)

Aboard the boat, the sights will be accompanied by informative commentary about the region as well as a morning tea to satisfy your on board …More

4.7 (521)

Cruise to Lunch Package: 10:30am – 2pm (3.5hr)

Aboard the boat, the sights will be accompanied by informative commentary about the region as well as a morning tea to satisfy your on board...

3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.7 (521)
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$69
Brisbane Sightseeing Tour by Bus: Scenic Locations & Morning Tea

This sightseeing tour takes you to all the must-see spots in Brisbane, from the riverfront to the city’s best parks and viewpoints. Join our small …More

5.0 (65)

Brisbane Sightseeing Tour by Bus: Scenic Locations & Morning Tea

This sightseeing tour takes you to all the must-see spots in Brisbane, from the riverfront to the city’s best parks and viewpoints. Join our small...

4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (65)
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$89
Ultimate Brisbane Walking Tour (Small-Group, Drink Included)

Discover the story of Brisbane on this expert-led small-group walking tour, while hitting all of the city’s main attractions. Perfect for those who have just …More

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Ultimate Brisbane Walking Tour (Small-Group, Drink Included)

Discover the story of Brisbane on this expert-led small-group walking tour, while hitting all of the city’s main attractions. Perfect for those who have just...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (306)
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$59
Best of Brisbane Walking Tour: All Sights & Hidden Gems

Experience the most comprehensive walking tour Brisbane has to offer with a guide who calls the city home. We limit groups to just 8 guests, …More

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5.0 (121)

Best of Brisbane Walking Tour: All Sights & Hidden Gems

Experience the most comprehensive walking tour Brisbane has to offer with a guide who calls the city home. We limit groups to just 8 guests,...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (121)
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$64
Gold Coast Hot Air Balloon + Winery Breakfast + Alpaca Experience

Capture incredible bird’s eye view photos and revel in the sunrise as you float above the beautiful countryside in the peace and serenity of a …More

4.9 (445)

Gold Coast Hot Air Balloon + Winery Breakfast + Alpaca Experience

Capture incredible bird’s eye view photos and revel in the sunrise as you float above the beautiful countryside in the peace and serenity of a...

4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (445)
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$354
Gold Coast Full Day Brewery Tour

Please note this tour takes place on the GOLD COAST (not Brisbane) and is a one-hour (approximately) train ride from Brisbane CBD to Helensvale Station. …More

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Gold Coast Full Day Brewery Tour

Please note this tour takes place on the GOLD COAST (not Brisbane) and is a one-hour (approximately) train ride from Brisbane CBD to Helensvale Station....

6 hours • Free Cancellation
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$149
Brisbane Brewery Full Day Tour with Lunch

Your educated, passionate guide will show you around four local craft beer breweries in Brisbane, and get behind the scenes information and history. We offer …More

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Brisbane Brewery Full Day Tour with Lunch

Your educated, passionate guide will show you around four local craft beer breweries in Brisbane, and get behind the scenes information and history. We offer...

6 hours • Free Cancellation
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$149
Afternoon Brisbane Half-Day Brewery Tour

Please note that the listed itinerary is a sample only and subject to change and include other breweries in Brisbane. Explore the local craft beer …More

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Afternoon Brisbane Half-Day Brewery Tour

Please note that the listed itinerary is a sample only and subject to change and include other breweries in Brisbane. Explore the local craft beer...

3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$114
Brisbane Small Bars and Street Art Tour

Visit some of Brisbane’s best small bars while discovering amazing street art with an expert. Perfect for solo travellers, couples, friends, non-drinkers, locals, visitors – …More

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Brisbane Small Bars and Street Art Tour

Visit some of Brisbane’s best small bars while discovering amazing street art with an expert. Perfect for solo travellers, couples, friends, non-drinkers, locals, visitors –...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (41)
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$52
Half Day Gold Coast Brewery Tour

Please note this tour takes place on the GOLD COAST (not Brisbane) and is a one-hour (approximately) train ride from Brisbane CBD to Helensvale Station. …More

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Half Day Gold Coast Brewery Tour

Please note this tour takes place on the GOLD COAST (not Brisbane) and is a one-hour (approximately) train ride from Brisbane CBD to Helensvale Station....

3 to 4 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (23)
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$114
South Bank Combo Cruise & Lunch; 10:30am-2pm (approx)

Three of Brisbane's most notable operator have joined forces to create the SOUTH BANK COMBO PASS.  • River City Cruises • The Wheel of Brisbane …More

4.7 (47)

South Bank Combo Cruise & Lunch; 10:30am-2pm (approx)

Three of Brisbane's most notable operator have joined forces to create the SOUTH BANK COMBO PASS.  • River City Cruises • The Wheel of Brisbane...

3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.7 (47)
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$76
Brisbane Insights Tour

Experience Brisbane's vibrant mix of history, nature, and city life on this comprehensive 4-5 hour driving tour. We'll journey across iconic landmarks like the Story …More

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5.0 (3)

Brisbane Insights Tour

Experience Brisbane's vibrant mix of history, nature, and city life on this comprehensive 4-5 hour driving tour. We'll journey across iconic landmarks like the Story...

4 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (3)
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$86
Gold Coast Hot Air Ballooning, Bubbles & Go

Looking for an unforgettable morning that fits into your schedule and your dreams? Ballooning, Bubbles & Go is your premium express escape into the skies. …More

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Gold Coast Hot Air Ballooning, Bubbles & Go

Looking for an unforgettable morning that fits into your schedule and your dreams? Ballooning, Bubbles & Go is your premium express escape into the skies....

3 to 4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (13)
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$235
Brisbane Food Tour: A Taste of Queensland

With everything from coffee to a seasonal lunch, as well as some delicious beers or wines, cocktails, and delectable nibbles along the way, this food …More

4.9 (12)

Brisbane Food Tour: A Taste of Queensland

With everything from coffee to a seasonal lunch, as well as some delicious beers or wines, cocktails, and delectable nibbles along the way, this food...

4 hours 30 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (12)
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$615
Trevena Glen Half Day Animal Tour

Join us for a personal "3hr Animal Tour". You'll enjoy meeting the amazing animals in personal hands-on encounters including a complementary morning tea. The farm …More

5.0 (11)

Trevena Glen Half Day Animal Tour

Join us for a personal "3hr Animal Tour". You'll enjoy meeting the amazing animals in personal hands-on encounters including a complementary morning tea. The farm...

3 hours
5.0 (11)
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$111
Helicopter Tour - Sirromet Winery & Scenic Flight

Experience luxury with a private helicopter flight over Brisbane before landing in true VIP style at Sirromet. Located at the picturesque Mount Cotton, upon landing …More

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Helicopter Tour - Sirromet Winery & Scenic Flight

Experience luxury with a private helicopter flight over Brisbane before landing in true VIP style at Sirromet. Located at the picturesque Mount Cotton, upon landing...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
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$425
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

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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$854
Gold Coast Hot Air Balloon with 5 Star Champagne Buffet Breakfast

Enjoy a 60 minute deluxe balloon flight on the Gold Coast. Float peacefully around sunrise over the unforgettable panorama of the Gold Coast beaches or …More

4.2 (22)

Gold Coast Hot Air Balloon with 5 Star Champagne Buffet Breakfast

Enjoy a 60 minute deluxe balloon flight on the Gold Coast. Float peacefully around sunrise over the unforgettable panorama of the Gold Coast beaches or...

3 to 5 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.2 (22)
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$300
Brisbane City Art and Design Walking Tour

We LOVE art. And Brisbane's ever changing art scene has something for everyone.  Take our private three-hour Art + Design Tour and get an up close …More

5.0 (7)

Brisbane City Art and Design Walking Tour

We LOVE art. And Brisbane's ever changing art scene has something for everyone.  Take our private three-hour Art + Design Tour and get an up close...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (7)
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$200

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Excellent walking tour of Brisbane
New York City
Ultimate Brisbane Walking Tour (Small-Group, Drink Included)
Burno1980, Sep 2026
Excellent walking tour of Brisbane
I had the absolute pleasure of having Tom as my guide for this 3 hour walking tour of Brisbane. I also was the only person on the tour, so had my own private expert to make my Brisbane visit even more special!Tom's knowledge of Brisbane, Australia, Street Art, City Bars & Restaurants, and hidden gems was a joy to behold! I learnt so much about the city & all that it has to offer.I learnt about great 'free' viewpoints, 50c river cruises, bespoke mango flavoured chocolate, and where to enjoy the finest local drinks in the city. Then there was the aboriginal history, the settlers history, and the links to the land & nature.If you are a first time visitor to Brisbane this is a must but I am certain that even locals would enjoy this tour, and Tom's expertise.Thank you! 😃
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Must do Brisbane tour!
New York City
Brisbane Sightseeing Tour by Bus: Scenic Locations & Morning Tea
samanthalX7991KE, Sep 2026
Must do Brisbane tour!
Great tour of Brisbane. Saw sights we had no idea about. Our tour guide was so kind and friendly. We felt very welcomed and safe. Thankyou
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The Koala Sanctuary had...
New York City
Brisbane River Cruise with entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
Scott_M, Sep 2026
The Koala Sanctuary had...
The Koala Sanctuary had lots more to see than just the Koalas but they certainly are the highlight of the visit. The cruise was enjoyable as well. A great and reasonably priced tour!
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Discovering Brisbane
New York City
Cruise to Lunch Package: 10:30am – 2pm (3.5hr)
U3653DDmariej, Sep 2026
Discovering Brisbane
This was the second time on this trip. I had such a great time the first time I went, I took 2 friends for a surprise birthday celebration. Another great day!WOW
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Excellent way to see the city highlights traveling with a small group
New York City
Brisbane Sightseeing Tour by Bus: Scenic Locations & Morning Tea
Pacita_D, Sep 2026
Excellent way to see the city highlights traveling with a small group
Cheryl was amazing! Loved how she interacted with the people in our small group. She was entertaining as well as informative and treated each one of us like we’re special. She knew everyone’s name, answered questions, placed a lot of humor whenever it was warranted. Loved traveling with a small group in a van. We moved quickly and yet spent enough time at each destination. A perfect way to see the city highlights. Highly recommended
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Perfect Brisbane Day!
New York City
Brisbane River Cruise with entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
ashleycrane729, Sep 2026
Perfect Brisbane Day!
This was an excellent tour! The meeting place was pretty easy to locate. The boat was comfortable, the audio guide informative, and the ride (though a bit windy/chilly!) was comfortable and enjoyable. Lone Pine is SUCH a wonderful place to visit. We booked an additional Koala Moment, and it was worth every penny - such a special moment with a koala! And the ride back on the river definitely added a special way to round out the day. We both (mom and adult daughter) would recommend this trip to anyone.
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Brisbane on foot
New York City
Best of Brisbane Walking Tour: All Sights & Hidden Gems
Road40110084065, Sep 2026
Brisbane on foot
Steve was our guide. He kindly sent us an email the night before with details for our meeting spot. Nice guy and loves his city. We walked and saw different aspects of Brisbane we never would have seen. Entertaining and educational!
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This was such a nice...
New York City
Cruise to Lunch Package: 10:30am – 2pm (3.5hr)
Lenee_M, Sep 2026
This was such a nice...
This was such a nice experience. Very relaxing, very informative. Beautiful views of the city! And an amazing lunch to top it all off. Definitely a must-do activity while in Brisbane.
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The hoppy hours
New York City
Brisbane Brewery Full Day Tour with Lunch
garethr938, Sep 2026
The hoppy hours
Really good afternoon out tasting some quality Brisbane brews
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Didn’t realize this was a...
New York City
Ultimate Brisbane Walking Tour (Small-Group, Drink Included)
Gail_N, Sep 2026
Didn’t realize this was a...
Didn’t realize this was a personal tour for just my husband & me, but our guide, Ryan did a good job trying to personalize the tour based on our interests. He showed us a little of everything to give us an overview of Brisbane. Saw historic sites & buildings, well-known street art & sculptures by local artists & stories behind the art. Ryan pointed out some local “animals” that we saw along the way such as the ever-present ibis & dragon lizard. Ryan also shared how to use the local boats to get around the area which was helpful. It was both educational and enjoyable seeing Brisbane on this walking tour. Hoping Ryan remembers to send us photos that he took of us with his camera.
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Great Tour
New York City
Best of Brisbane Walking Tour: All Sights & Hidden Gems
Passport44647537269, Sep 2026
Great Tour
Excellent and highly informative walking tour with highly knowledgeable guide. Highly recommend.
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Repeat customer!
New York City
Brisbane Brewery Full Day Tour with Lunch
N1699YNjenniferm, Sep 2026
Repeat customer!
Our work group re-booked again with Matt for 2026 and yes, another excellent day! Some new faces in our group, including some "non-beer" drinkers, willing to give them all a go! Matt always a great host; informative, engaging and basically our 'big brother' for the day, looking after us from beginning to end - see ya next year!!!
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Sunrise balloon trip access to balloon basket very easy if you have mobility issues
New York City
Gold Coast Hot Air Ballooning, Bubbles & Go
robynwJ2401QS, Aug 2026
Sunrise balloon trip access to balloon basket very easy if you have mobility issues
Staff friendly and helpful an experience not to be missed
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You got to do it.
New York City
Brisbane And Gold Coast Helicopter Pub Crawl 3 Stops
paulwA2679OW, Aug 2026
You got to do it.
Such an amazing experience. Our pilots was amazing, informative and friendly. We were able to land right at the places and walk up for drinks and lunch. The sight on the flights to the bars were incredible.
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Once in a lifetime experience
New York City
Gold Coast Hot Air Balloon + Winery Breakfast + Alpaca Experience
Graypies, Aug 2026
Once in a lifetime experience
From start to finish this one of the great experiences. At 79 and with a fear of heights I approached with trepidation. Sonya placed us in safe hands from the pickup. Our Pilot Darwal was phenomenal and our flight was both comfortable and extensive. you cannot believe how good it was. This is an experience not to be missed.
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Fun way to spend an afternoon.
New York City
Brisbane Small Bars and Street Art Tour
Wanderer32104438300, Aug 2026
Fun way to spend an afternoon.
Fun way to spend a Saturday afternoon/evening! The guide shared just the right amount of information so it was interesting but also light enough to be enjoyable. The information received at sign up accurately represented the tour. We had a fun group - a mix of people from interstate, regional Qld and Bris.
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