Glasshouse Country Tours
Glasshouse Explorer Tour
ENJOY A FOUR-HOUR TOUR, taking in views of the National Heritage Listed Glass House Mountains. A detailed commentary will help you learn about the geology of the mountains and the history of the local people over the past 60,000 years.
See views of the mountains from the comfort of the air-conditioned 7-seater VW Comfortline van, with plenty of opportunities to stop for photos and a closer look at the environment.
Bring some cash, as you may like to stop at the roadside farm stalls to buy produce in season.
A map will be provided to help guests understand the layout of the region, and make it possible to come back and explore further.
No other tour company gives you such a good look at the glory of these Mountains and the surrounding countryside. When you tour with a local you will see more, learn more, and enjoy being part of a friendly country community.
Itinerary
Meet at pick up point in Glasshouse Country region.
Complete COVID-19 Safe record keeping requirements and settle in to the comfortable van.
We travel along the historic Old Gympie Road to the Glass House Mountains Lookout to gain a perspective of the layout of the mountains. Judy will share information about the way these mountains were formed, and the ancient Indigenous family story called The Legend of the Mountains.
From the Lookout, we will wander the side roads to have a close up look at the mountains and see where the walking trails start. Mt Beerwah and Mt Coonowrin look magnificent from our viewing points. We will see Mt Ngungun, a popular climb for many who love the challenge and the wonderful view from the summit. Mt Tibrogargan is gazing out to sea, as you will appreciate when you see “him” up close.
There will be a stop for morning tea along the way, and plenty of time for toilet stops and for taking photos. If you have some cash handy, you may like to buy fresh local produce from one of the road side stalls using the “honesty box” system.
Time to have a short walk to see the Grinding Stones near Landsborough. This is an important historical site for the Gubbi Gubbi people, who used the sandstone and water in the creek to grind harder stones, sharpening them into the tools necessary for everyday life. It is a beautiful site, just a short walk from the car park.
Return to your pick up point. Cafes and historic hotels are available in the area for lunch, and other recommendations can be made for activities to fill in the afternoon in the beautiful Glasshouse Country.
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