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Why Visit?

Escape to Queensland Country - a world of events, places, people and experiences that are good for your soul. 

Spread over a large swathe of countryside yet remarkably close to Brisbane (6 sets of traffic lights to be exact), feel an authentic connection to Mother Nature as you discover a diverse and picturesque landscape of rolling hills, grassy plains, big skies, rainforests, national parks, fields of boulders made by millennia, as well as rare flora and fauna. 

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Lake Somerset, Somerset Region

Offering the ultimate day trip, weekender, or a little longer for the get-out-of-towners, wholesome family getaway-ers, part time explorers and even the most daring of adventure-seekers; this is your ultimate guide to planning your escape to some of Queensland’s most interesting and beautiful countryside.

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Lockyer Valley

Experience the largest Sapphire fields in the Southern Hemisphere as you journey through the Central Queensland Highlands in the north, the flourishing crop country of the Lockyer Valley and Somerset in the east, Queensland’s cotton capital of Goondiwindi in the west; the tranquil lakes and weirs and the ancient Bunya Mountains of the Western Downs, then head south to Australia’s highest wine region - the Southern Downs & Granite Belt.  With the beautiful Garden City of Toowoomba and surrounds right in the middle, and over 150 small quintessential country towns dotted in between, there are an abundance of bespoke experiences to unearth. 

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Featured Itinerary

Ultimate Country Drive Itinerary: Reconnect with What Matters Most

Step into the heart of Queensland Country, where breathtaking landscapes, warm hospitality, and unforgettable experiences await. From rolling vineyards and vibrant townships to sparkling gemfields and tranquil riversides, this is more than a road trip—it’s a chance to slow down, reconnect with loved ones, and embrace the beauty of life’s simple pleasures.

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