There's nothing quite like seeing the world from a bike - and what better way to get to know southern Queensland, with its reputation for fine weather and captivating scenery? Pedalling through the Sunshine State is invigorating and brings you closer to nature.
This guidebook contains detailed tour notes for 25 bike rides between the Gold Coast and the Tropic of Capricorn, including nine rides in Brisbane. The rides vary in duration from a couple of hours to four days, and are aimed at anyone of average fitness; whether novice or experienced biker.
The routes make use of quiet roads, making riding more enjoyable, and all lead to delightful destinations: national parks filled with rainforest, waterfalls and mountains; wide rivers and lakes to picnic beside; the bustling Gold Coast and its lush hinterland; quiet beaches to bask on; and historic country towns. Brisbane has much to offer, too, with its colonial heritage, charming old Queenslander stilt houses, bike paths, botanic gardens and many parks and reserves.