4-Day Gold Coast Tour, Australia (3-Day Option Available)

The Gold Coast is a city on the Pacific coast in southeastern Queensland, Australia, bordered by Brisbane to the north and Tweed Heads, New South Wales, to the south. Today, the City of Gold Coast is Australia's sixth-largest city and an internationally renowned tourist destination. Its coastal scenery and hinterland landscapes attract many new immigrants and visitors from around the world. It is also a global leader in the creative industries, fishing, urban planning, information technology, motorsports, water sports, and biotechnology.

From the observation deck in the heart of Surfers Paradise, enjoy 360-degree views stretching to the New South Wales border and the spectacular, lush Gold Coast hinterland. SkyPoint is one of Queensland’s most iconic attractions, offering every visitor a unique view from 230 metres above Surfers Paradise over the famously fun Gold Coast.

Surfers Paradise is the Gold Coast’s entertainment and tourism hub, with wide surfing beaches. The suburb’s high-rise apartment buildings are the city’s most distinctive skyline feature. Cavill Avenue runs through the shopping and entertainment district in the heart of the suburb. Named after early hotelier Jim Cavill, it is one of Queensland’s busiest shopping precincts and a hub of nightlife.

Dreamworld is Australia’s largest theme park, where you can travel across the world in one place. It offers a wide variety of rides, shows and attractions, including The Tower of Terror 2, one of the world’s tallest and fastest thrill rides. Visit Tiger Island to watch powerful Bengal and Sumatran tigers play with their keepers. You can also take part in the Australian Wildlife Experience and see more than 500 native Australian animals. Flowrider combines surfing, skateboarding and bodyboarding in one experience—give it a try and challenge yourself.

Situated on the border of New South Wales and Queensland, atop a headland overlooking Duranbah Beach, a renowned surfing destination, Point Danger was named by Captain James Cook as he sailed along Australia’s east coast in 1770. The name warned future mariners of the deadly reefs off this treacherous coast. Historically, the area is rich in fascinating stories about Australia’s maritime history. At Point Danger, you’ll see the Captain Cook Memorial, made from cast iron salvaged in the 1960s from scrap actually discarded from the Endeavour. The neighboring lighthouse was among the first to experiment with laser illumination. Plaques along the Centaur Memorial Walk commemorate the names of mariners lost at sea. From Point Danger, you can often spot dolphins playing offshore, and on clear days enjoy sweeping ocean views from Surfers Paradise to Byron Bay.

The Federation Centenary Border Monument is a distinctive landmark in Coolangatta, straddling the border between Queensland and New South Wales. Designed by Rodney Spooner, the monument symbolizes an open doorway and commemorates the centenary of the Australian Federation in 2001. Its angular concrete panels are engraved with surveying abbreviations and records of local history.

Tropical Fruit World is more than just a farm or an ordinary tourist attraction. It has been a pioneer in ecotourism since 1983. Just 20 minutes from Gold Coast Airport and a 10-minute drive from the Tweed Coast beaches and stylish coastal villages such as Kingscliff, this 200-acre farm is a wonderful place to spend the day. It is home to more than 500 rare tropical fruits from around the world, and offers beautiful views of Mount Warning, the region’s highest peak. At Tropical Fruit World, learn about farm life and see how a family farm operates in complete harmony with its surroundings. Explore the indoor nursery and the retail store selling homemade products, and buy fresh produce at the on-site fruit market.