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Prefer to stay on dry land? Learn about the Aboriginal People’s connection to nature on \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/indigenous/indigenous-tours-cairns\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Indigenous tours Cairns\"\u003Ea tour of the Daintree Rainforest\u003C/a\u003E with an Indigenous guide.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAt the end of an action-packed day, fall asleep to the sound of waves gently lapping the shore or native birds in song. Choose from the \u003Ca title=\"best Cairns hotels\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/best-cairns-hotels\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ebest Cairns hotels\u003C/a\u003E or \u003Ca title=\"cairns eco accommodation\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/cairns-eco-accommodation-guide\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eeco-friendly luxury accommodation\u003C/a\u003E. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStaying longer? \u003Ca title=\"guided tours cairns great barrier reef\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/guided-tours-cairns-great-barrier-reef\" target=\"_self\"\u003EDiscover these guided tours\u003C/a\u003E that will connect you with Cairns' culture and landscapes.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EDay 2: Chase waterfalls en route to Townsville\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"imagec61090f2-7aed-451c-8b61-fbc74b68dac9":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2022_TSV_NQCycleJourneys_EthelCreekFalls_NaturalLandscapes_TheEditSuite_153801.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/townsville/blog-images/2022_TSV_NQCycleJourneys_EthelCreekFalls_NaturalLandscapes_TheEditSuite_153801.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25e8f7b935fbe730dd8fb-mount-spec-paluma-range-national-park","alt":"Three women sit at viewpoint beside waterfall","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/pacific-coast-way-road-trip-cairns-to-brisbane/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/imagec61090f2-7aed-451c-8b61-fbc74b68dac9.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1736953495352/2022-tsv-nqcyclejourneys-ethelcreekfalls-naturallandscapes-theeditsuite-153801.jpeg","uuid":"fb821fdb-deb0-40b8-8c77-9504cd7fe1d3","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Ethel Creek Falls, Paluma Range National Park, Townsville",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_545415824":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EWith \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/places-to-see/destinations/townsville\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Townsville\"\u003ETownsville\u003C/a\u003E in your sights for today's part of the Cairns to Brisbane drive, you've got a choice to make: take the direct coastal road or slip off the main highway to discover World Heritage-listed Wet Tropics rainforest.\u003Cbr\u003E\r\n\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you’re feeling adventurous, you can be at the spectacular Ethel Creek Falls in less than two hours \u003Ca title=\"waterfalls near Townsville\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/best-waterfalls-and-swimming-holes-near-townsville\" target=\"_self\"\u003E- a favourite waterfall tucked into Paluma Range.\u003C/a\u003E Take the 6km circuit track which winds along the upper valley of Douglas Creek to reach the falls: an uninterrupted 50m wall of water that descends from the basalt parapet above into the base of the falls below.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFrom there, it’s back on the road ‘til you reach \u003Ca title=\"townsville accommodation guide\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/gb/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/your-townsville-and-magnetic-island-accommodation-guide\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ehome for the night.\u003C/a\u003E Choose somewhere central and take a stroll along The Strand, Townsville’s scenic beach promenade. It's also lined \u003Ca title=\"best townsville restaurants\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/restaurants-and-cafes/best-townsville-restaurants-and-cafes\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ewith bars and restaurants\u003C/a\u003E - dinner plans sorted.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EDay 3: Discover an underwater museum and a waterfront paradise\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image0c300cca-d73b-4442-9f11-e2b3a8f19d49":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/corporate/images/news-and-media/press-releases/MOUA_TownsvilleNQ_CreditTEq.png","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/corporate/images/news-and-media/press-releases/MOUA_TownsvilleNQ_CreditTEq.png","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-64ff97313c86082e13a33a66-ocean-sentinels--moua--museum-of-underwater-art","alt":"Two people in black diving suits are swimming through the Museum of Underwater Art and pass by two statues that look to be busy at a work bench.","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/pacific-coast-way-road-trip-cairns-to-brisbane/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image0c300cca-d73b-4442-9f11-e2b3a8f19d49.coreimg{.width}.png/1736954053821/moua-townsvillenq-creditteq.png","uuid":"9714ca3a-9627-412e-81ed-001e0d85fc03","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Museum of Underwater Art, Townsville",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1139605833":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EUncover more of Townsville this morning with a sunrise hike to the summit of \u003Ca title=\"things to do Townsville\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/townsville/things-to-do-townsville\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECastle Hill.\u003C/a\u003E Atop this giant pink monolith to be rewarded with 360 degree views. If time (or your energy reserves) are limited, driving to the top is also an option.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EDiver? carve out some time to visit one of the region's masterpieces - the \u003Ca title=\"The Museum of Underwater Art\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/museum-of-underwater-art\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMuseum of Underwater Art\u003C/a\u003E - a series of installations that highlight reef conservation, restoration, and a deep connection to the community. Whether you choose to view Ocean Siren from The Strand without getting your feet wet, or dive below the surface to meet the Coral Greenhouse and Ocean Sentinels, it's a unique way to explore the Great Barrier Reef.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFrom here, it’s a three hour drive to \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/places-to-see/destinations/the-whitsundays/airlie-beach\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Airlie Beach\"\u003EAirlie Beach\u003C/a\u003E, the gateway to the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/places-to-see/destinations/the-whitsundays/whitsunday-islands\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Whitsunday Islands\"\u003EWhitsunday Islands\u003C/a\u003E. Airlie Beach is packed with \u003Ca title=\"Airlie Beach accommodation guide\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/gb/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/airlie-beach-accommodation-guide\" target=\"_self\"\u003Egreat places to stay\u003C/a\u003E and \u003Ca title=\"best dining airlie beach\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/gb/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/restaurants-and-cafes/dining-spots-airlie-beach-whitsundays\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ewaterfront bars\u003C/a\u003E to enjoy the views. While this 8-day Cairns to Brisbane road trip itinerary doesn't afford too much time to sunbathe, it's well worth considering a 'pause' in your drive here to make the most of your spectacular surrounds. Whether it's \u003Ca title=\"island hop the whitsundays\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/gb/en/places-to-see/experiences/islands/how-to-island-hop-the-whitsundays\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eisland-hopping\u003C/a\u003E or settling into \u003Ca title=\"why visit daydream island\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/dreamy-daydream-island\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ea resort like Daydream Island\u003C/a\u003E, you'll never regret taking it slower in The Whitsundays. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EDay 4: Trek through Mackay's national parks\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/mackay/blog-images/2022_MKY_EungellaNationalPark_NaturalLandscapes_MarkFitz_150114.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/mackay/blog-images/2022_MKY_EungellaNationalPark_NaturalLandscapes_MarkFitz_150114.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25e072880253d74c45991-eungella-national-park","alt":"Couple walking through a natural arch of a tree in a national park","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/pacific-coast-way-road-trip-cairns-to-brisbane/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1736956607668/2022-mky-eungellanationalpark-naturallandscapes-markfitz-150114.jpeg","uuid":"ef4ebafb-ef4f-4f49-a769-6924a375c39c","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Eungella National Park, Mackay",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1874374275":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003ESet off on your 2.5-hour drive to the sub-tropical oasis you may never have heard of: \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/mackay/locals-guide-to-mackays-great-outdoors\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Mackay local's guide to the outdoors\"\u003EEungella National Park\u003C/a\u003E. Stop for lunch along the way at the Pinnacle Family Hotel: part pub, part bakery and birthplace of the award-winning Pinnacle pie.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECheck-in to your \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b25de2aeeeaaf773cf0085-broken-river-mountain-resort\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Broken River Mountain Resort\"\u003Erainforest eco-retreat\u003C/a\u003E at Broken River, then head back out to explore the lush national park. Keep a lookout for the elusive duck-billed platypus – the riverbank around the property is home to a significant platypus community. If you're feeling adventurous, sign up for \u003Ca title=\"Rainforest Scuba\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/things-to-do/tours/p-56b26391aeeeaaf773cf6bde-rainforest-scuba\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ea unique rainforest scuba experience\u003C/a\u003E where you'll explore the crystal clear waters in search of platypus and other marine life. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EEungella National Park is home to many hiking trails, short or \u003Ca title=\"Mackay Highlands Great Walk\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/adventure/walking-hiking-adventure-queensland/mackay-highlands-great-walk-walking-trail\" target=\"_self\"\u003Elong\u003C/a\u003E, to waterfalls, lookouts and more. As night falls, return to your cabin and warm up by the log-burning stove.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EDay 5: Journey from the mountains to the Capricorn Coast\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image93d0bbf6-fcef-4c5e-8bfe-19da05b35166":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/capricorn/blog-images/2020_CAP_YeppoonLagoon_Beaches_MarkFitz_140966.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/capricorn/blog-images/2020_CAP_YeppoonLagoon_Beaches_MarkFitz_140966.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-5af52766754ab4b154da154d-yeppoon-lagoon","alt":"Woman swims in large waterfront pool at sunset","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/pacific-coast-way-road-trip-cairns-to-brisbane/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image93d0bbf6-fcef-4c5e-8bfe-19da05b35166.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1736957568727/2020-cap-yeppoonlagoon-beaches-markfitz-140966.jpeg","uuid":"aaf09686-2644-45cc-8a24-98bf9408d3bf","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Yeppoon Lagoon, Capricorn",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_257482729":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003ESet your alarm early enough to enjoy sunrise and views over the Pioneer Valley at local landmark Eungella Chalet. From here, it’s a mammoth 420 km journey to the charming seaside town of \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/capricorn/things-to-do-yeppoon\" target=\"_self\" title=\"things to do Yeppoon\"\u003EYeppoon\u003C/a\u003E, just north of Rockhampton.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStroll the beachfront, soak up sunset while soaking in Yeppoon Lagoon, or detour down the esplanade to browse beach-chic boutiques, galleries, surf shops and urban murals before a bite to eat and \u003Ca title=\"yeppoon accommodation guide\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/yeppoon-accommodation-guide\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ecalling it a night.\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you want to swap the highway for another island escape, get back to nature on nearby \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/capricorn/great-keppel-island\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Great Keppel Island\"\u003EGreat Keppel Island\u003C/a\u003E - ferries depart Yeppoon and you can experience the best of the island in a day or two.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EDay 6: Witness the life cycle of the sea turtle in Bundaberg\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"imagee2dc7a6a-a8a5-4d4e-8248-86b95ce9d492":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/bundaberg/blog-images/2022_BDB_MonReposTurtleCentre_MarineLIfeExperiences_JacintaShackleton_154566.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/bundaberg/blog-images/2022_BDB_MonReposTurtleCentre_MarineLIfeExperiences_JacintaShackleton_154566.jpg","link":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b265262cbcbe7073adf134-mon-repos-turtle-centre-mon-repos-conservation-park","alt":"Guest on a ranger guided Turtle Encounter Tour watch a female turtle on the beach at night time","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/pacific-coast-way-road-trip-cairns-to-brisbane/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/imagee2dc7a6a-a8a5-4d4e-8248-86b95ce9d492.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1736957698997/2022-bdb-monreposturtlecentre-marinelifeexperiences-jacintashackleton-154566.jpeg","uuid":"8413dbae-bd51-4445-8055-31aad443d200","lazyEnabled":false,"title":"Turtle Encounter Tour, Mon Repos Turtle Centre, Bundaberg",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_674199055":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EGet your heart racing this morning with a 2.3km return hike to Bluff Point at the southern end of town. Part of Capricorn Coast National Park, this spot is a favourite with walkers thanks to its impressive views over to the Keppel Islands.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWave goodbye to Yeppoon and hit the road to \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/bundaberg\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Bundaberg\"\u003EBundaberg\u003C/a\u003E, a historic sugar cane city and home to Mon Repos Beach, the largest concentration of nesting \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/turtles/mon-repos-where-to-see-turtles-queensland\" target=\"_self\" title=\"where to see turtles queensland\"\u003Emarine turtles\u003C/a\u003E on the eastern Australian mainland. 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