Touring Options

Why not take the opportunity when coming to Brisbane to experience some of the best of Queensland? ICMS Travel has selected an extensive range of half and full day tours allowing you to experience the highlights of Brisbane and its regional areas. Visit ICMS Travel for a full listing of tours available.

Flights

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Accompanying Persons Programme

Sunday, 15 June
Cocktail Party

Monday, 16 June
Conference Opening Session
Morning tea
Walking tour
Lunch & post tour activities (see suggestions)

Tuesday, 17 June
See suggested tours and activities
Australian Outback Spectacular (Optional)

Wednesday, 18 June
See suggested tours and activities
Conference Dinner

Thursday, 19 June
See suggested tours and activities

CONFERENCE OPENING SESSION
Official opening, special guest speaker and morning tea.

WALKING TOUR
Option 1 - Southbank Parklands, across Brisbane River on pedestrian bridge, City Botanic Gardens, along river walkway to Riverside Centre.

Option 2 - Southbank Parklands, through Cultural Centre Complex, tour of Gallery of Modern Art.

EVENING PROGRAM
Cocktail Party - Brisbane Conference and Convention Centre. 6.00 - 8.00 pm. Complimentary for accompanying persons.

Australian Outback Spectacular on Queensland Gold Coast. Cost $115 (includes coach transport, 3 course BBQ dinner and show)

Conference Dinner - Brisbane Conference and Convention Centre. Cost $60 for accompanying persons.

SUGGESTED TOURS AND ACTIVITIES

See the Sights
Take a City Sights hop on-hop off bus tour of Central Brisbane and surrounding area.
Suggested stops: Mt Coot-tha and Kangaroo Point
Lookouts for views of the city.

Museums / Galleries
Queensland Museum
Art Gallery & Gallery of Modern Art
Maritime Museum
Museum of Brisbane and historic Commissariat Store are all located within a short walk of Southbank Parklands.

Nature
Take a one-day coach tour to see sub-tropical rainforest in Lamington National Park on Queensland's "Scenic Rim" (http://www.australiandaytours.com.au ), in Brisbane Forest Park, D'Aguilar National Park, Maiala Rainforest and see views to Moreton Bay.

Wildlife
Australia Zoo, set on 70 acres of natural Australia bushland, is one of the leading zoos in Australia and around the world. With over 13 wildlife shows daily, visitors can see native Australia wildlife, as well as from other continents. The "Croc Express" tour includes transport from Brisbane (http://www.australiandaytours.com.au).

Boat Cruise
Take a cruise up the Brisbane River to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary (http://www.miramar.com ), or down the river to Moreton Bay and the Gold Coast (http://www.brisbanecruises.com.au).

Excitement
Test your courage. Climb to the top of the Story Bridge and enjoy 360-degree panoramic views of Brisbane and the surrounding area. The 2-1/2 hour experience is supervised by experienced climb leaders. Bookings are essential: http://www.storybridgeadventureclimb.com.