2 Week Byron Bay To Noosa Heads Road Trip Itinerary

Greer Ransom
Dec 26, 2023
3 min read

Updated: Feb 27, 2024

Day 1: Byron Bay

Spend the day exploring the beautiful beaches, surf spots, and charming town of Byron Bay.

Head to the Lighthouse, Stone & Wood Brewery and The Farm

Byron Bay Lighthouse

Day 2: Gold Coast: Broadbeach & Surfers Paradise

Drive from Byron Bay and check into your hotel in Broadbeach. We suggest staying somewhere like Peppers Broadbeach, The Star Casino or Meriton Suites Broadbeach.

Spend the day at Broadbeach, a popular beach destination with great surf and plenty of restaurants and cafes. Go to NoName Lane or the Broadbeach Tavern for lunch

Walk from Broadbeach to Surfers Paradise and check out the markets along the esplanade

Head back to Broadbeach and have dinner at Hideaway and then drinks at the Star Casino

Day 3: Gold Coast: Theme Parks

Spend a day checking out the theme parks and attractions, such as Dreamworld, Movie World, and Wet'n'Wild or Top Golf

Day 4: Gold Coast: Burleigh Heads

Head down to the famous Burleigh Heads beach. Walk around James Street Shops

Take a hike up Burleigh Hill around the National Park to Tallebudgera Creek for a swim

Walk back to Burleigh Heads for some drinks at Burleigh Pavilion and grab some pizzas at Justin Lane for Dinner

Day 5: Brisbane: Brisbane City & South Bank

Drive up to Brisbane and spend the day exploring the city. Visit attractions like South Bank, the Brisbane Botanic Gardens, and the Queensland Museum.

Story Bridge, Brisbane

Day 6: Brisbane - Fortitude Valley & New Farm

Spend the day in the hip neighborhoods of Fortitude Valley and New Farm, checking out the cafes, bars, and shops.

Ride the free KittyCat ferry along the Brisbane River and stop at Howard Smith Wharf for some beers at Felons Brewery

Day 7: Sunshine Coast - Caloundra & Mooloolaba

Spend the day exploring the laid-back towns of Mooloolaba and Caloundra, both of which offer great beaches and waterfront dining.

Stay at a hotel in Mooloolaba near the Esplanade where you can take several day trips from.

Day 8: Sunshine Coast: Maleny, Montville, Mapleton

Drive to Maleny, Montville & Mapleton to explore the hinterland region of the Sunshine Coast, which is known for its natural beauty, quaint towns, and local markets.

Day 9: Sunshine Coast: Australia Zoo

Drive to Australia Zoo and spend a day with all the animals you could think of and honoring the good work Steve Irwin and his family have done for animal conservation

Day 10: Sunshine Coast: Glass House Mountains

Drive to the Glass House Mountains National Park and spend the day hiking and exploring the area's stunning landscapes.

Day 11: Fraser Island

Take a day trip to Fraser Island, the world's largest sand island, and explore its stunning beaches, freshwater lakes, and rainforests.

Day 12: Noosa Heads

Drive up to Noosa Heads and spend the day exploring the town's beaches, national park, and Hastings Street, which is filled with shops and restaurants.

Check into a hotel near Hastings street and spend your last few nights in this amazing location.

Day 13: Noosa Heads

Spend the day kayaking or stand-up paddle boarding on the Noosa River or taking a whale watching tour.

Day 14: Noosa Heads

Spend your last day in Noosa Heads relaxing on the beach, checking out local markets, or taking a scenic hike in the national park.

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