Golden Adventures: 8 Days in Gold Coast

Dulan

4 Jan 2024

Embark on an exhilarating journey through the sun-kissed paradise of Gold Coast. Immerse yourself in stunning beaches, thrilling wildlife encounters, and captivating entertainment. Get ready for a week of unforgettable adventures!

Trip to Gold Coast

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Beachfront Bliss and Nature's Majesty

$ 68

Swell Resort

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

Directions

Casual, open-air night market featuring many stalls, local artisans & live music performances.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

36 - 44 min

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Beachside lookout with tables, toilets, walking trails & sweeping ocean views.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Currumbin Beach Vikings Surf Life Saving Club

Modern bistro fare & live music in a space with floor-to-ceiling windows & a large balcony.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Coastal headland area with shoreline & rainforest trails, plus wildlife viewing.

2:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Marine Marvels and Sky-High Wonders

$750

$ 51

Swell Resort

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

Directions

Oceanographic theme park with marine animals & polar bears, plus shows, rides & interactive tours.

8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$438

12 - 15 min

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Ripley's Believe It or Not! Surfers Paradise

Museum with kitschy oddities on display, including shrunken human heads & rare animal skeletons.

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$156

8 - 11 min

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A 230m-high observation deck & cafe offering sweeping Gold Coast views, plus nightlife on weekends.

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$156

Day 3Wildlife Wonders and Nighttime Thrills

$875

$ 68

Swell Resort

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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Native animals on display in natural surrounds, plus shows, encounters & a wildlife hospital.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$188

27 - 33 min

Directions

Timezone Surfers Paradise - Arcade Games, Ten Pin Bowling, Laser Tag

Large indoor family theme park with numerous interactive games, activities & attractions.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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$125

10 - 12 min

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Renowned horror-themed cabaret dining experience for guests ages 15 & up, with a 3-course dinner.

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$563

Day 4Water Park Delights and Rainforest Escapes

$500

$ 68

Swell Resort

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 min

Directions

Expansive water park with many thrill rides, a wave pool, concessions & a surf shop.

8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$344

35 - 42 min

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Temperate & tropical plants exhibited in themed areas such as a Japanese garden & a rainforest.

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Treetop walk including steel bridges reaching up to 30m above the rainforest.

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$156

Day 5Movie Magic and Glowing Wonders

$500

$ 68

Swell Resort

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

Directions

Film-themed amusement park with thrill rides including rollercoasters & regular live stunt shows.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$375

36 - 44 min

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Park including rainforest, gorges & waterfalls, with picnic areas, hiking trails & scenic overlooks.

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Glowing worms live in these environment-controlled manmade caves offering educational tours.

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$125

Day 6Rustic Charm and Theme Park Thrills

$657

$ 51

Swell Resort

Depart from your stay 🏨

32 - 39 min

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Farm offering family encounters with koalas & wombats, tractor tours & gold-panning experiences.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$250

15 - 18 min

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Sprawling amusement complex featuring themed areas, with rides, attractions & a wildlife park.

11:30 AM - 5:30 PM

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$406

Day 7Swinging Fun and Cultural Delights

$ 68

Swell Resort

Depart from your stay 🏨

30 - 36 min

Directions

Sprawling entertainment venue with a high-tech driving range & swanky lounge with drinks & games.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

21 - 26 min

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Spacious park featuring a marine-themed water play area for kids, plus BBQ grills & walking paths.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Cultural complex with facilities hosting movies, concerts & other events, plus a gallery & bar/cafe.

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

Day 8Nature's Treasures and Serene Beauty

$ 51

Swell Resort

Depart from your stay 🏨

92 - 111 min

Directions

Untouched rainforest park criss-crossed with walking trails and home to rare animals and birds.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

102 - 123 min

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Huge park with walking tracks & campsites featuring rainforest, a natural bridge & waterfalls.

12:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $3769 In total

Activities & Food:$3282

Transport:$488