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8 Days of Adventure in Gold Coast

Julian Lucio

Julian Lucio

1 Dec 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the stunning Gold Coast, filled with thrilling activities, breathtaking landscapes, and mouthwatering cuisine.

Trip to Gold Coast

Day 1Beach Bliss and Spectacular Views
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$309

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$ 41

The Star Gold Coast

Depart from your stay 🏨

32 - 39 min

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Bin 72
Bin 72 is the third restaurant for highly acclaimed Gold Coast chef, Daniel Ridgeway, owner of Bin 12 tapas restaurant and bar in Burleigh’s James Street and the Little Truffle in Mermaid Beach.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$92
6 - 8 min

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Point Danger
Beachside lookout with tables, toilets, walking trails & sweeping ocean views.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
15 - 18 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.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$142
20 - 30 min

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Burleigh Head National Park
Coastal headland area with shoreline & rainforest trails, plus wildlife viewing.
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Infinity Attraction
Funhouse attraction where guests encounter illusion-based special effects & music.
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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$75
9 - 11 min

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The Star Gold Coast
Upscale hotel with restaurants, bars & gaming, plus a day spa, a theatre & poolside cabanas.
No time set
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Free
Day 2Wildlife Encounters and Sky-High Thrills
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$352

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$ 27

The Star Gold Coast

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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Allure on Currumbin
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$68
3 - 4 min

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Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
Native animals on display in natural surrounds, plus shows, encounters & a wildlife hospital.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$75
28 - 34 min

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Clifford's Grill & Lounge
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$146
2 - 3 min

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SkyPoint Observation Deck
A 230m-high observation deck & cafe offering sweeping Gold Coast views, plus nightlife on weekends.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$63
Day 3Rainforest Wonders and Oddities
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$165

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$ 34

The Star Gold Coast

Depart from your stay 🏨

88 - 106 min

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Lamington National Park
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
83 - 100 min

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Woodchoppers Inn
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$102
44 - 53 min

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Purling Brook Falls, Springbrook National Park
Photography & hiking are both popular at this exceptionally high waterfall in a forested area.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
55 - 66 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.
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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$63
Day 4Crab Hunting and Parkland Delights
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$295

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$ 34

The Star Gold Coast

Depart from your stay 🏨

32 - 39 min

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Catchacrab
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$102
70 - 84 min

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Springbrook National Park
Huge park with walking tracks & campsites featuring rainforest, a natural bridge & waterfalls.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
54 - 65 min

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Broadwater Park Seafoods
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$130
8 - 12 min

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Broadwater Parklands
Spacious park featuring a marine-themed water play area for kids, plus BBQ grills & walking paths.
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
45 - 54 min

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Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk
Treetop walk including steel bridges reaching up to 30m above the rainforest.
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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$63
Day 5Seafood Delicacies and Movie Magic
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$344

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$ 27

The Star Gold Coast

Depart from your stay 🏨

31 - 38 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$106
11 - 14 min

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Warner Bros. Movie World
Film-themed amusement park with thrill rides including rollercoasters & regular live stunt shows.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$150
25 - 30 min

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George's Paragon Mt Tamborine
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$88
4 - 5 min

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Gallery Walk
Popular street lined with artisan candy stores, chic homeware shops & laid-back restaurants & cafes.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
Day 6Oceanfront Delights and Water Park Fun
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$501

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$ 27

The Star Gold Coast

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$104
3 - 4 min

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Sea World
Oceanographic theme park with marine animals & polar bears, plus shows, rides & interactive tours.
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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$175
21 - 26 min

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2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$84
14 - 21 min

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WhiteWater World
Part of the Dreamworld amusement complex, this water park has slides, a wave pool & private cabanas.
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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$138
Day 7Island Vibes and Theme Park Thrills
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$337

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$ 34

The Star Gold Coast

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Kokonut Willy's
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$76
20 - 24 min

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Dreamworld
Sprawling amusement complex featuring themed areas, with rides, attractions & a wildlife park.
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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$163
34 - 41 min

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Belvedere Restaurant on Main
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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$98
8 - 10 min

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Tamborine Mountain Botanic Gardens
Temperate & tropical plants exhibited in themed areas such as a Japanese garden & a rainforest.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Free
Day 8Culinary Delights and Golfing Excitement
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$178

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$ 27

The Star Gold Coast

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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Fishbone
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$72
15 - 18 min

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Topgolf Gold Coast
Sprawling entertainment venue with a high-tech driving range & swanky lounge with drinks & games.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$106

Budget breakdown: $2728 In total

Activities & Food:$2479
Transport:$249