Brisbane / Cairns - Self Drive Motorcycle Tour (BNE)

Enjoy the experience of a lifetime as you travel North along Australia's beautiful East Coast on a late model Motorcycle. Your Self-guided Motorcycle Tour will take from Brisbane to Cairns in North Queensland. Ride some of the best roads Queensland has to offer. Your journey will take you north to the beautiful Sunshine Coast with breathtaking beaches and backed by a lush hinterland and fantastic views. then you trip takes you further afield through exquisite coastal towns like Hervey Bay, Seventeen Seventy to the stunning tropical Capricorn Coast, Townsville, Airlie Beach and the Whitsundays before completing your one way adventure in the gateway to Queensland's tropical North in Cairns North Queensland.

8 Days / 7 Nights

Distance: 1993 kms - 1240 miles
Spring (September - November) 
Summer (December - February) 20-28°C (68-82°F) 
Autumn (March - May) 15-25°C (59-77°F) 
Winter (June - August) 11-21°C (52-72°F)

2 People/1 Bike/1 Room - $2,034 P/P
2 People/2 Bike/1 Room - $3,215 P/P
1 Person/1 Bike/1 Room - $4,056 P/P

DAY ONE:  Brisbane - Noosa 142 kms

Pick up your motorcycle from EagleRider Brisbane which is fitted with a pre-programmed GPS. Start your adventure riding north to the Sunshine Coast to Noosa Heads Queensland via the Sunshine Coast Hinterland stopping at Montville then Eumundi for lunch. Experience an alternative lifestyle with many boutique style eateries, galleries & markets (every Wed & Sat). Lots to do and see in this scenic historical town. After lunch ride on to the beautiful coastal retreat of Noosa Heads on the Sunshine Coast for your overnight stay.

DAY TWO: Noosa - Hervey Bay 185 kms

Today you ride to the coastal town of Hervey Bay, which is often referred to as the whale watching capital of the world (July-November). We suggest a stop at Maryborough's for lunch this town an original wharf district that has been transformed into heritage style restaurants and pubs. After your break continue riding north to Hervey Bay, on your arrival you could enjoy a whale watching cruise in the afternoon/evening enjoy this location for the night on the Fraser Coast.

DAY THREE:  Hervey Bay - Yeppoon 422 kms

Today you will ride to the coastal town of Yeppoon located on Keppel Bay on the Capricorn Coast. Yeppoon is renowned for it beaches, tropical climate and Islands out on the bay. On the way detour through Gladstone for lunch. This town has a great variety of restaurants and cafes, and After your break continue riding up the coast to Yeppoon for your overnight stay. .

DAY FOUR:  Yeppoon - Airlie Beach 502 kms

Today's adventure is riding to Airlie Beach QLD. The unspoilt beauty of this region will blow you away. On the way stop in Mackay for lunch at one of many restaurants at the impressive Marina Village. After lunch ride through Conway National Park this coastal park overlooks the Whitsunday passage. You might choose to visit Airlie beach lagoon to cool or visit Boathaven beach. So many natural wonders to explore.

DAY FIVE:  Airlie Beach  0 kms

Today you stay the extra night at Airlie Beach. Airlie Beach is the main launching pad for activities and adventures in the Whitsundays, and feels just as tropical as staying on an island, but with the conveniences of modern life. Booking Desks in Airlie Beach offer plenty of day tour options, that let you explore the beauty of the Whitsunday Islands and/or ride to Cedar Creek Falls for a swim. Spend your second night in Airlie Beach Northern QLD.

DAY SIX:  Airlie Beach - Townsville 277 kms

It's time for a change of pace as you head towards Townsville and its ever growing CBD. Not only is it the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, Magnetic Island, with over 300 days of sunshine each year it’s a great destination to come explore the wet tropics rainforest, wetlands, national parks and tropical islands. There is great dining, regular markets and entertainment. Something for everyone.

DAY SEVEN:  Townsville - Mission Beach 255 kms

Today take off for the trendy village style atmosphere of Mission Beach with its beachfront bars and bistros, cafes & restaurants. Mission Beach is bounded by world heritage rainforest and is a haven for artists, write and musicians. Take in the spectacular views of the Island's off the beach at south Mission Beach.

DAY EIGHT:  Mission Beach - Cairns 210 kms

Today is all about the ride as you ride as you leave Mission Beach for the Palmerston Highway climbing to the Atherton Tablelands. Stop in Atherton for lunch, afterwards ride on to Cairns. Experience first hand the spectacular beauty of one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Cairns is an exciting place to visit, and you won't find more activities, tours and experiences in any other region than the Tropical North. Its time to drop off your motorcycle to EagleRider Cairns late in the afternoon. We hope you take home many happy memories of your Australian motorcycle tour. 

We look forward to helping you organise your next EagleRider Motorcycle adventure.

What's Included

Comprehensive motorcycle insurance

What's Not Included