Make the most of your day on Tamborine Mountain with a flexible hop on hop off experience and a guided Glow Worm Cave tour included. This tour from the Gold Coast combines return coach transfers, unlimited hop on hop off access on the mountain and guaranteed Glow Worm Cave entry.

Your day starts with the Gold Coast shuttle, departing from convenient central pickup points and travelling up into the hinterland. On arrival at Tamborine Mountain, you’ll transfer to the Hop On Hop Off Mountain Loop, which operates throughout the day between participating wineries, breweries, distilleries, cafés, Gallery Walk and key attractions.

You’re free to design your own itinerary. Hop off for tastings at local wineries and breweries, enjoy a relaxed lunch at a café, browse art and gift shops along Gallery Walk, or head to lookouts and short walks for sweeping valley views. At your allocated time, you’ll join the Glow Worm Cave tour, walking along a short rainforest boardwalk and into the purpose-built cave where thousands of glow worms glitter overhead as your guide explains their unique lifecycle and conservation.

After your Glow Worm experience, you can continue using the hop on hop off service to explore more of Tamborine Mountain. In the afternoon, you’ll re-join the Gold Coast shuttle for a comfortable return to your original pickup area, wrapping up a day of rainforest, local flavours and village charm – with the glow worms already taken care of.

(Other attractions such as the Rainforest Skywalk can be added at own expense or booked under a separate combo product.)

Highlights

Return transfers from the Gold Coast to Tamborine Mountain
Unlimited Hop On Hop Off access on Tamborine Mountain
Pre-booked, guaranteed entry to the Glow Worm Caves
Freedom to choose your own stops – wineries, breweries, distilleries, cafés, Gallery Walk and attractions
Scenic lookouts and photo stops around Tamborine Mountain
Travel in luxury, air-conditioned, eco-friendly vehicles
Friendly local driver/guide

Inclusions

Return transfer from Gold Coast to Tamborine Mountain
Unlimited Hop On Hop Off access on Tamborine Mountain
Pre-booked, guaranteed entrance to the Glow Worm Caves
Air-conditioned, luxury, eco-friendly vehicles
Local driver/guide
Scenic stops and basic commentary

Exclusions

Food and drinks
Wine, beer and spirit tastings
Other venue entry fees or paid attractions (e.g. Rainforest Skywalk) unless booked separately
Purchases at shops, cafés and venues
Travel insurance

Itinerary / Itinerary Description

Pickup & Departure from the Gold Coast

Your day begins with our Gold Coast Shuttle, which departs at 8:30 am and transfers you to Tamborine Mountain.

Gold Coast Pickup Schedule:

8:30 am – Robina Train Station Park & Ride
8:45 am – The Star Casino, 1 Casino Dr, Broadbeach QLD 4218
9:00 am – voco Gold Coast, 31 Hamilton Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
9:15 am – JW Marriott, 158 Ferny Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
9:35 am – Gold Coast University Hospital (Cnr Nexus Way & Parklands Dr – Platform 4)

Once on the mountain, you’ll transfer to the local Hop On Hop Off Loop, which continuously runs between participating breweries, wineries, distilleries, cafés and attractions throughout the day.

Note: Guests booked on the Winery Tour will continue on their own separate guided tour after arrival. This is a distinct experience from the Hop On Hop Off circuit.

Hop On, Hop Off Freedom

Enjoy total flexibility. Hop off at any participating venue, explore at your own pace, then hop back on the next bus when you’re ready.

Glow Worm Caves

At your booked time, you will be dropped at the Glow Worm Caves for your included guided tour:

Short rainforest boardwalk to the cave entrance
Guided experience inside the purpose-built cave
See thousands of glow worms glowing overhead and learn about their lifecycle and conservation

After the tour, reejoin the Hop On Hop Off service to continue exploring Tamborine Mountain.

Choose Your Stops

You decide how many and which venues to visit. Want to stay longer at one location? No problem – just let your driver know and catch a later loop service.

Return to the Gold Coast

The return shuttle departs Tamborine Mountain at approximately 3:30 pm and arrives back at the Gold Coast at around 5:00 pm, dropping you at your original pickup area.

Times are approximate and may vary due to traffic and conditions.

Additional Information

Departure Time: First pickup from Gold Coast at 8:30 am
Return Time: Approx. 5:00 pm back at the Gold Coast
Duration: Full day (approx. 8.5–9 hours)
Fitness Level: Easy – most walking is on formed paths and boardwalks
Family Friendly: Suitable for most ages; children must be supervised by an adult

What to Bring:

Comfortable walking shoes
Light jacket or jumper (Tamborine Mountain can be cooler than the coast)
Water bottle
Hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
Camera or smartphone
Payment method for food, drinks, tastings and shopping

Optional Add-on:

$90 per booking fee to be picked up and dropped off at an alternate location (subject to availability).

Guest Cancellations:

More than 24 hours before tour: Full refund
Within 24 hours or no-show: No refund

Important Notes:

Glow Worm Cave times are pre-booked and cannot always be changed on the day.
Some venues and attractions have limited capacity and may require advance bookings.
Hop On Hop Off routing and participating venues are subject to change without notice.
Many venues offer exclusive discounts for Pineapple Tours guests — ask your driver on the day.
Tour operates in most weather conditions; itinerary may be adjusted for safety.

Tamborine Mountain – Hop On Hop Off + Glow Worm Tour - From Gold Coast

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