Airlie Beach: Small Group Half Day Hinterland Sightseeing Tour

4.9(85)4 hFree cancellationBy Airlie Adventure Tours

About this activity

See the Whitsunday hinterland like a local on this four hour sightseeing bus tour from Airlie Beach. Start at Whitsunday Gold Coffee Plantation, one of only two or three working coffee farms on Australia's entire east coast. Walk the grounds, learn how the beans are grown and roasted, and taste the result.

Next is Whitsunday Gold Coffee Plantation and Colour Me Crazy which is a famous eclectic store. After this we travel to Conway Beach, where rainforest meets the Coral Sea, your guide runs a turtle habitat talk that families love.

Lunch is at George's Diner, a retro 1950s diner at Conway Beach (own expense). Your local guide brings the region's history and wildlife to life throughout, and is consistently the most talked about part of the tour in guest reviews. Small group, eco certified, runs rain or shine with minimal walking. A Best of Queensland Gold Award 2026 winner.

What's included

✓Local guide commentary on the region's history, wildlife and culture
✓Hotel or port pickup and drop-off
✓Small group sightseeing tour by air-conditioned bus from Airlie Beach
✓Visit to Conway Beach, including a guided turtle habitat talk
✓Visit to Whitsunday Gold Coffee Plantation on Australia's east coast, with fresh coffee tasting

Not included

✕Lunch at George's Diner (own expense)

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Small group tour, air-conditioned bus, minimal walking, runs rain or shine.
Bring comfortable clothing, sunscreen, a hat, walking shoes, water and a camera.
Swimwear and a towel are optional, in case conditions allow an opportunistic dip.
Lunch and alcoholic beverages are at your own expense.
Please be ready 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.
Pickup available from your accommodation or the port.
Not wheelchair accessible. Pushchair accessible. Infants must sit on laps.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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