Australian Cycle Tours - Queensland, QLD

At 161km (100mi) in length, the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail (BVRT) qualifies as the longest rail trail in the country. Our cycle tour starts at the top of the range, giving you an easy start downhill to the plains of the Brisbane Valley and back to Walkuraka over three days.

The cycling is on mixed surfaces of gravel, dirt and asphalt and is achievable for anyone of reasonable fitness and cycling ability. Along the route you'll pass through prime agricultural land, a rugged mountain range and forests of Blackbutt, Hoop Pine and Cedar. Stops at historical townships with good coffee and bakery items, interesting museums and friendly pubs are all part of the BVRT experience.

At night, stay in comfortable accommodation and soak up the atmosphere of country Queensland towns. With all your logistics taken care of including transfers, bike hire, luggage transfers and accommodation bookings, all you need to do is enjoy the cycle day and take in the expansive scenery of this truly outstanding route.

The Brisbane Valley Rail Trail, BVRT, and the Kingaroy Kilkivan Rail Trail, KKRT, in southern Queensland are two of Australia’s very best rail trails. Cycling a ‘link route’ between these two iconic rail trails creates an amazing cycle journey of over 300 kilometres.

The cycling is on mixed surfaces of gravel, dirt and asphalt and is achievable for anyone of reasonable fitness and cycling ability. Along the route you'll pass through prime agricultural land, a rugged mountain range and forests of Blackbutt, Hoop Pine and Cedar. Stops at historical townships with good coffee and bakery items, interesting museums and friendly pubs are all part of the BVRT experience.

At night, stay in comfortable accommodation and soak up the atmosphere of country Queensland towns. With all your logistics taken care of, including transfers, bike hire, luggage transfers and accommodation bookings, all you need to do is enjoy the cycle day and take in the expansive scenery of this truly outstanding route.

The beauty of the North Queensland coast and nearby Magnetic Island is captured on this interactive cycling holiday combining Townsville with the Great Barrier Reef.

On a series of guided cycles, explore the wetlands, river systems and coastal landscapes of the Townsville surrounds. From the Hervey Range below Pepper Pot Mountain, the Ross River flows through Townsville before meeting the Coral Sea. Cycling along dedicated cycleways which hug the river, there will be opportunities to spot birdlife, visit gardens and swim in the landmark Riverside Lagoons. Other cycle days take in WW2 sites, the Pallarenda wetlands and the trails and tracks of Magnetic Island.

Arriving at the port at Magnetic Island which is accessed via a short ferry ride from the mainland, cyclists will be immediately transported into a tropical paradise of palm tree-lined sandy beaches fringed by coral reefs. Together with the planned biking routes, there will be time to walk on trails to scenic vantage points and the opportunity to join a snorkelling trip to explore the undersea wonders of the Great Barrier Reef.

This cycle trip will appeal to those seeking a combination of active exploring, relaxation and swimming.

This tour captures the wonder of the World Heritage Paluma National Park, the beauty of the North Queensland coast, the vibrant city of Townsville and the tranquil beauty of nearby Magnetic Island with opportunities to explore the amazing World Heritage Great Barrier Reef or head off on a self guided cycle along the east coast of the island.

On a series of guided cycles, explore the wetlands, river systems and coastal landscapes of the Townsville surrounds including a cycle/hike tour into the rainforest on day 1. Back on the coast sample the growing culinary scene in Townsville's Palmer Street and take in the balmy evenings while based in hand picked accommodation.

Arriving at the port at Magnetic Island which is accessed via a short ferry ride from the mainland, cyclists will be immediately transported into a tropical paradise of palm tree lined sandy beaches fringed by coral reefs. Together with the planned biking routes there will be time to walk on trails to scenic vantage points and the opportunity to join a snorkelling trip to explore the undersea wonders of the Great Barrier Reef.

This cycle trip will appeal to those seeking a combination of active exploring, relaxation and swimming.

The Boyne Burnett Inland Rail Trail, once fully complete, is set to become the longest rail trail in Australia at over 270km.

The tour begins at the southern end where the trail follows the Burnett River most of the way into Mundubbera. Later the journey continues north of Monto with a cycle along the northern section from Kalpower to Builyan. The tour also includes a detour cycle to the historic Glassford Chimneys and a loop ride around the charming town of Monto.

To celebrate the end of the cycle tour enjoy a local community event ‘Tunnels by Twilight’ beginning with grazing platters to whet your appetite. The afternoon continues with an 11km cycle along a section of the northern trail through six tunnels. To finish the day enjoy a 2 course country dinner provided by the Kalpower hall committee.

This tour is designed to link the benefits of cycle tourism to local communities and the final night dinner expresses that ambition very well.

With all your logistics taken care of including transfers, bike hire, luggage transfers and accommodation bookings, all you need to do is enjoy the cycle day and take in the expansive scenery of this truly outstanding route.

The South Burnett Rail Trail is a premium cycle route following a paved trail from Kingaroy to Murgon. The Rail Trail itself is a 42 kilometre cycle passing through quaint villages and fertile farmland. Our trip also includes a cycle to the Moffatdale Wine Region.

The cycle tour begins in Kingaroy, from where you'll enjoy cycling trails that sweep across broad horizons and open countryside as you head north before passing through native forests interspersed with cattle farms and rural holdings. You’ll pass through classic Queensland towns including Crawford, Memerambi, Wooroolin and Wondai.

After a night in Murgon, cycle to the Moffartdale Wine Region with wine varieties. This region is home to a few fine dining options where a big appetite will be well catered for. Remember to leave room in your panniers to store some excellent wines from the cellar doors or gin from the local distillery.

With all your logistics taken care of including transfers, bike hire, luggage transfers and accommodation, all you need to do is enjoy the cycle day and take in the South Burnett region as you travel through South Burnett Rail Trail and Moffatdale Wine Region by bike.

The Kingaroy Kilkivan Rail Trail, KKRT, is a bit of a hidden gem on the rail trail circuit.

The cycle tour begins in Kingaroy affectionately titled the peanut capital of Australia and hosts the ‘Big Peanut’ in Lyons Park.

It’s a wonderful two day cycle and has some great long cycling stretches that sweep across broad horizons and open countryside as you head north before passing through forested timber harvesting areas interspersed with cattle farms.

You’ll pass through classic Queensland towns including Wondai, Murgon and Goomeri which conveniently punctuate the cycling each day.

The cycling is on mixed surfaces of gravel, dirt and asphalt and is achievable for anyone of reasonable fitness and cycling ability.

The first day is along the South Burnett Rail Trail with a paved surface with day two along the lesser travelled northern end of the Kingaroy Kilkivan Rail Trail.

With all your logistics taken care of including transfers, bike hire, luggage transfers and accommodation, all you need to do is enjoy the cycling and take in the sights through this unique inland rural area of Southeast Queensland.