Day 1 BrisbaneScratch the surface of glitzy 'BrisVegas' to discover the soul of Queensland's riverside capital. Investigate the thriving arts scene, wander through the city's subtropical gardens or cruise the river before joining the locals for some delicious cuisine. Day 2 Hervey BayTravel north by train through the Sunshine Coast hinterland. Spend the night in Hervey Bay, gateway to Fraser Island. If the weather is fine, indulging in some fish and chips on the beach is a popular pastime. Day 3 Fraser IslandTravel to World Heritage-listed Fraser Island. This giant sandbar is home to rainforests, lakes and wild dingos. Explore the island by 4x4 during the day and view the amazing blanket of stars from the beach at night. Days 4 Overnight TrainBack on the mainland take an overnight train further north up the coast to the incredible Whitsundays. Days 5-8 Airlie Beach/WhitsundaysWaterbabies will rejoice in Airlie Beach, a hub of all things aquatic. There are plenty of optional activities on offer to make the most of the region. Take an optional boat tour of the Whitsundays and go snorkelling off the boat, or spend the day taking a ferry to one of the 74 incredible islands. Days 9-10 CairnsThis tropical city is the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and the rainforests of Northern Australia. Take a dive trip to the Outer Barrier Reef or explore magnificent Cape Tribulation.
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