8 days in Sunshine Coast Itinerary

Known for its "green" development and north-facing beach, Noosa is a natural getaway.

Explore Noosa's surroundings by going to Mooloolaba (SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast & Mooloolaba Beach), Seaview Art Gallery (in Caloundra) and The Ginger Factory (in Yandina). Spend the 2nd (Sun) exploring nature at Noosa National Park. There's lots more to do: stroll through Noosa Main Beach, cool off at BLAST Aqua Park Coolum, indulge in some personalized pampering at The Noosa Spa, and browse the eclectic array of goods at The Original Eumundi Markets.

For traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, use the Noosa sightseeing planning app.

Melbourne to Noosa is an approximately 4-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Peregian Springs.

On the 6th (Thu), indulge in some personalized pampering at Peregian Springs Natural Therapies.

To find where to stay, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Peregian Springs trip itinerary maker site.

Peregian Springs is just a stone's throw from Noosa. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 6th (Thu) to allow time for the car ride to Mooloolaba.

Once just a small port at the mouth of Mooloolah River, Mooloolaba is now a hotbed of tourism and a place more than worth adding to your Sunshine Coast itinerary.

Start off your visit on the 7th (Fri): get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast, then get outside with Coastal Cruises Mooloolaba, and then kick back and relax at Mooloolaba Beach.

To find ratings, maps, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Mooloolaba route planner.

Mooloolaba is just a short distance from Peregian Springs. In January, daytime highs in Mooloolaba are 33°C, while nighttime lows are 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Maleny.

A large influx of people searching for a cooperative lifestyle migrate to Maleny every year.

Kick off your visit on the 8th (Sat): admire the natural beauty at Maleny Botanic Gardens & Bird World and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve.

To see reviews, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Maleny online route planner.

Drive from Mooloolaba to Maleny in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. January in Maleny sees daily highs of 33°C and lows of 24°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) early enough to fly back home.