Small Group Tour Ideas in Brisbane

There’s no shortage of things to do and see in Brisbane. From small group tours in Brisbane herself to take in the eclectic range of old and new buildings, the botanical parks and wildlife sanctuaries, the shopping and cultural precincts, you’ll find plenty to delight and entertain you.

For those who want to travel further afield, you can head north to the Sunshine Coast and beyond, south to the Gold Coast or inland to visit Ipswich and Toowoomba on the Darling Downs. These make for great full day tours or spread them out over a couple of days for a short holiday. Check out our blog for a few ideas around group tours in and around Brisbane.

There’s also no better or more relaxed way to travel than by coach. Coach Hire offers a reliable group transportation service in Brisbane so you can sit back and enjoy the semitropical scenery flashing past your bus window.

Small Group Tours In Brisbane – See The Sights Of Brisbane

Brisbane itself is full of interesting buildings, parks, wildlife sanctuaries, shopping precincts and other destinations. You could spend several days here alone and not get bored. Some of the most popular tours of Brisbane take in the world-famous Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens with its diverse population of plants and wildlife.

Be sure to head up to the Mt Coot-tha Summit for some spectacular views of Brisbane and its surroundings. The City Botanic Gardens, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Roma Street Parklands are other popular destinations for nature lovers.

For a more cultural tour visit some of the old buildings in Brisbane like St Johns Cathedral, Brisbane City Hall, ANZAC Square and the Story Bridge. There is also the Queensland Maritime Museum and the South Bank cultural precinct where the Queensland Museum and Sciencentre and Queensland Gallery of Modern Art are located.

Small Group Tours In Brisbane – Gondwana Rainforests of Australia

The Gondwana Rainforests of Australia are an ancient stretch of subtropical rainforest that stretches from Brisbane to Newcastle. Covering 366,500 hectares, it’s the largest area of subtropical rainforest anywhere in the world. It’s also a World Heritage Site and home to more than 200 threatened and rare plants and animals.

There are a number of popular tour destinations within the Rainforest, some of which are only accessible by 4WD. You can visit Lamington National Park with the O'Reilly's Tree Top Canopy Walk, or do the 4-day Scenic Rim hike. Whichever you do, you’ll be fascinated by the subtropical plants and wildlife, some of which are as old as the earth itself.

Small Group Tours In Brisbane – Somerset Region Escape

For a picturesque day out in some lovely countryside, head to Somerset about 70 kilometres west of Brisbane. Access to the region is via twisting valley roads that offer their own unique experience for the traveller. The beautiful Lakes Wivenhoe and Somerset are popular picnic, water sports and bird watching destinations.

This is also Queensland wine growing country and is one of the most northern wine growing regions in Australia. The wine trail through here is one of the best in the area; visit cellar doors to sample the best of one of Queensland’s best kept secrets – it’s wine growing industry!

Small Group Tours In Brisbane – Head Off To The Sunshine Coast

Just a short drive north of Brisbane is the tourist area of the Sunshine Coast. A lot younger and less cosmopolitan than its southern counterpart, the Sunshine Coast is a great destination for those who want sun, surf, great dining and a range of activities without the commercialism of the Gold Coast.

You’ll find theme parks up here like Aussieworld, the Ginger Factory, Aqua Fun Park, Thrill Hill and others as well as excellent dining and accommodation options. All in all, the Sunshine Coast is a great destination for a small group tour from Brisbane.

Small Group Tours In Brisbane – The Gold Coast

If you have a hankering for the brighter lights and bigger attractions of the Gold Coast then this, one of the biggest seaside tourist meccas in the world, is a great destination. But be warned, a one-day small group tour won’t be enough unless you restrict your sightseeing to some of the lesser known attractions.

However, you can take in some of the attractions on the Gold Coast hinterlands like Australia Zoo and Mt Tambourine or head off to the several national parks in the area like the Burleigh Heads National Park and the Springbrook National Park.

Interested in small group tours in Brisbane? Then consider the many conveniences of hiring a small coach to transport you. You can drive yourself or take one of our experienced drivers with you. Are you ready to book your group transportation charter in Brisbane? Then contact our friendly Brisbane team for help and advice.