Where is the meeting point?

Meet at Brisbane Skytower, 222 Margaret St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, at least 10 minutes before the 08:50 departure.

Lunch is not included; the itinerary provides free time in Montville for you to choose a cafe or restaurant.

Can children join the tour?

Yes, children aged 3 and up are welcome; the tour operates with a maximum group size of 22.

What happens if the tour doesn’t reach the minimum number?

The tour requires at least five confirmed passengers to run; if minimum numbers aren’t met you will be notified and offered alternatives or a refund.

Is the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary visit included?

The wildlife sanctuary is an optional add‑on; check availability and book that option in advance if you wish to visit.

Do I need travel insurance?

Personal travel insurance is strongly recommended; the operator disclaims responsibility for weather or transport delays.

Sunshine Coast & Montville Village Day Tour: Glass House Mountains to Mooloolaba

On a single day you can trade Brisbane’s skyline for the raw coastal and inland contrast that defines Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. This Sunshine Coast & Montville Village Day Tour departs from Brisbane Skytower (222 Margaret St, Brisbane City QLD 4000) at 08:50 and returns around 17:30, carrying a maximum of 22 guests through a carefully paced nine‑hour circuit.

The route stitches together four distinct landscapes: the volcanic peaks of the Glass House Mountains, the cobbled charm of Montville Village, a drive along the Sunshine Coast outlooks, and free time on Mooloolaba Beach. The Glass House Mountains are a cluster of volcanic plugs that rise abruptly from the coastal plain, their steep profiles revealing hard volcanic cores left after softer material eroded away. From the coach you’ll get commanding views of serrated ridgelines and eucalyptus‑lined valleys that define this inland pocket of Queensland.

Montville Village offers a contrasting tempo. Founded by European settlers in the late 19th century, the town keeps a compact shopping strip of galleries, cafes, and craft outlets framed by subtropical gardens. The itinerary gives you a generous window for lunch and gallery browsing, so bring cash or a card for locally roasted coffee and hand‑made goods.

Shore time on the Sunshine Coast is intentionally unhurried; the tour includes a stop at Mooloolaba Beach where long sands meet clear surf. If you choose the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary add‑on, you’ll encounter iconic Australian fauna at a conservation‑focused park — koalas, kangaroos and colorful parrots — offering a close but respectful wildlife experience.

What makes this operator a standout is the balance between local insight and flexibility: small group sizes, Korean language guide availability, and an itinerary that mixes photo stops, a village wander, and beach relaxation. Practical details matter here — the tour requires a minimum of five confirmed passengers to run, accepts children from age three, and reminds visitors that Queensland does not observe daylight saving time.

Bring comfortable shoes for short walks, sun protection for coastal stretches, and a layered shirt for cooler mountain outlooks. Expect stretched windows of free time to customize the day to your pace: hike a short trail at a lookout, linger over lunch in Montville, or simply sink your toes into Mooloolaba’s sand.

For travelers looking to experience both hinterland and coastline in one accessible day trip from Brisbane, this tour delivers a concentrated slice of Queensland’s geography, culture, and wildlife without the rush. Guides share local geology and cultural notes en route, and there are multiple photo stops for sunrise or late‑afternoon light; permit windows vary seasonally so check availability when booking. Pack a refillable water bottle, reef‑safe sunscreen, a lightweight rain shell and a sun hat for sudden coastal showers.

Sunshine Coast & Montville Village Day Tour: Glass House Mountains to Mooloolaba

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