Brisbane & the Gold Coast Holidays

Discover cosmopolitan Brisbane, Queensland’s sunny state capital: wander the pretty streets of the CBD and over the Story Bridge, have a picnic on scenic South Bank and explore the lively suburb of Fortitude Valley.

The Gold Coast hosts sweeping beaches and is ideal for families with a number of popular theme parks. Stay in lively Surfers Paradise, or for a quieter alternative, choose upmarket Broadbeach or laidback Coolangatta.

Surrounded by sun-kissed islands and pristine national parks, the regions surrounding Brisbane are well worth a visit. The lush hinterland boasts rainforest trails, Lamington National Park is fantastic for families and Moreton Island hosts an incredible diversity of wildlife in its crystal clear waters.

Trailfinders is the UK's No.1 Leisure Tour Operator to Australia*

and one in six of all visitors from the UK travel with us! Almost all of our travel consultants have travelled extensively, often returning time and time again. Whether you want to link the best of Australia’s attractions with an easy network of flight routes, experience a once in a lifetime roadtrip, or traverse the epic outback by rail – our consultants can map it out, book your flights to Australia and guide you on the best time to visit.

* by volume of clients to Australia as confirmed by the national tourist board, Tourism Australia, in September 2025.