Sunshine Coast Scenic Day Tours – Book Direct with a Trusted Local Family-Run Operator

Operating since 2017, we provide scenic tours, private charters and transfers across the Sunshine Coast. Book direct with the people who actually run the tours.
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Welcome to Coast to Hinterland Tours

Coast to Hinterland Tours is a locally owned, family-run Sunshine Coast operator offering a diverse range of immersive day tour experiences that showcase the region’s natural beauty, rural hinterland villages and local culinary delights. When you book through our website, you’re booking direct with the people who operate the tours and transport.

With a focus on quality, flexibility and personal service, we cater to a broad audience with sightseeing tours, minibus charters, airport transfers and tailored experiences designed for food lovers, nature enthusiasts and visitors wanting to explore the Sunshine Coast with a trusted local operator.

Coast to Hinterland Tours offers a wide range of Sunshine Coast experiences tailored to different interests, including scenic day tours, small group private tours, food and wine tours, and hinterland sightseeing. Guests can explore wineries, breweries, local producers and iconic Sunshine Coast destinations on professionally operated tours designed for comfort and flexibility.

Our transport services include Minibus Charter Sunshine Coast, private airport transfers, golf transfers and wedding transport, with a modern fleet of 11, 13 and 35-seat vehicles suitable for groups of all sizes. We provide reliable transport and guided day trips across the Sunshine Coast and hinterland, with options for customised itineraries and private group bookings.

From winery tours and brewery visits to Eumundi Market transfers and coastal sightseeing, our tours connect visitors with the Sunshine Coast’s landscapes, local food scene and relaxed lifestyle. Our experienced guides and drivers are dedicated to delivering well-organised, enjoyable day tours and transport services throughout the region.

What Everyone Else Is Booking

Our most popular tours
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Eumundi Markets Bus Transfers

From$65
Explore Eumundi Markets stress-free with Coast to Hinterland Tours' early bus transfer from Sunshine Coast accommodations. Embrace artisanal finds and […]
(97 Reviews)
4.9 280 reviews
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New for 2026 Sunshine Coast Hinterland Highlights Tour: Discover Maleny and Montville

From$179
Discover the Sunshine Coast Hinterland Montville and Maleny: scenic lookouts, charming towns, and breathtaking natural beauty await.
(4 Reviews)
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Ginger Factory Transfer

From$65
Experience hassle-free round-trip transportation to the Ginger Factory approx. 2.5 hours of exploration, featuring rides, gardens, and culinary delights. Perfect […]
(62 Reviews)
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Sunshine Coast & Noosa Private Tour by Design

From$429
Looking to explore the beautiful Sunshine Coast area on a totally relaxed and laid-back guided tour? If so, a Sunshine […]
(17 Reviews)
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Sunshine Coast Minibus Transfers

Experience the best of the Sunshine Coast with our Minibus Charter service! Enjoy private transfers with skilled drivers, ensuring comfort and convenience.

Choose from our fleet of 21, 13, and 11-seat vehicles, perfect for weddings, tours, and events. Book now and travel stress-free!

Sunshine Coast Minibus Charters

Perfect for groups of friends and family and for weddings and corporate events, our minibus charter is our premier door-to-door chauffeured service where the itinerary is up to you!

Our minibus charter service is built entirely around what you love to do.  All you do is tell us where you’d like to go and when you’d like to go. We’ll do the rest. And because we’re locals, we’ll let you know of places off the tourist track you might love to explore.

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Why Choose Us: Your Path to Unforgettable Adventures!

Coast to Hinterland Tours is a locally owned, family-operated business deeply committed to serving and supporting our community. We actively engage with and support various not-for-profit organizations, particularly those dedicated to children’s welfare.

When recruiting staff, we prioritise individuals with a strong track record of community engagement and involvement in local initiatives. We find that these community activities often lead to outgoing personalities and excellent interpersonal skills, which greatly enhance our guests’ experience on tours

Our mission is to enrich our community, ensuring that our success benefits those around us.

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What Our Guests Say

Google Reviews

Lis C.
2 days ago
Friendly team had such a good day
Kandy O.
2 days ago
Our host Jan, was amazing. She was very prompt, knowledgeable, & courteous. We would highly recommend Coast to Hinterland Tours. We went places we wouldn't have on our own. Lunch was our favorite part. The food & views were spectacular. In some cases they even pick you up & drop you off at your primary location. Thank you, Jan!
Elaine M.
5 days ago
Wonderful day trip with Jan our driver and tour guide into the hinterland. Beautiful views, quaint little towns and a fabulous lunch at Secrets on the Lake. Highly recommend
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Melissa F.
6 days ago
Two great tours 😊 The first through the Hinterland with stunning scenery and a delicious lakeside lunch. Thanks, Rob! We also enjoyed a half-day trip to the Eumundi Markets. Thanks, Dave! Easy to book, friendly drivers, door-to-door service, and no parking hassles at the markets. Highly recommended.
Gerard S.
2 weeks ago
Peter our driver was always on time. Assisted us when had an issue - lost phone and kept us entertained on the trip with music and some history
Alisha
2 weeks ago
Great service! Our driver was Rob who was super lovely, patient and very accommodating. Appreciate him for going above and beyond to look after our group.
Kiran V.
2 weeks ago
We used Coast to Hinterland tours for our conference this weekend. Rob was amazing. He was very patient, always on time and very friendly.
Dawn O.
2 weeks ago
Rob was an absolute gem, highly recommend
Kathy A.
3 weeks ago
Peter was a terrific driver and tour guide. He was prompt and attentive. The bus was clean and comfortable. Eumandi Market was very worthwhile to visit.
paul C.
3 weeks ago
Booked the Eumundi market trip with coast to hinterland tours. Was a fantastic experience. We were picked up at our accommodation by Peter who gave an excellent commentary on places of interest. Would recommend this trip.
Helen2 M.
3 weeks ago
A great day at Eumundi Markets. Met by our friendly and very helpful driver and guide Dave . We had a very comfortable scenic tour from Mooloolaba via Maroochydore, Coolum, Noosa with Dave sharing some very interesting knowledge of each area, before arriving at the markets. We were dropped and picked up in a great comfortable, central location after Dave explained the layout with helpful suggestions for the market. We had 3 hours wandering around before being met by Dave and driven back to Moolooloba. A comfortable, friendly and easy way to see the markets plus a lot more. Thank you Dave you were great. We will recommend this tour to our friends and family.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Helen. I'll be sure to pass on your feedback and comments to Dave. Thank you for leaving a review.
Laurie V.
3 weeks ago
Our driver David was very friendly helpful and informative during our drive to and from the Eumundi market. It was a very enjoyable experience. It was good also that he was on time. Bev and Laurie from Heathcote Victoria.
Response from the owner:Wonderful to hear we certainly hope you enjoyed the markets. Hope to see you next time.
Andrea P.
3 weeks ago
Our driver David was fantastic taking us to Emundi market. Was super friendly and very helpful. We enjoyed his commentary of the local area too. You wouldn't find anyone better.100% recommend
Response from the owner:Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for our Eumindi Markets Bus transfer service, this certainly helps more family run Business like our much appreciated.
Gary B.
4 weeks ago
We had a group of 8 on a golf trip to the Sunshine Coast in July and Peter provided us with the transport from the airport then to and from each of the golf courses we played over 5 days then back to the airport. He was flexible with pick up times after golf which allowed us to have a few beers after the game. Peter was very professional with all he did but did so in a friendly and informal manner. We also got to meet his dog Roma who shared a couple of trips home from the golf course - particularly good for those who had a tough day on the course and appreciated the company. I have no hesitation in recommending the service of Coast to Hinterland Tours.
Response from the owner:Great to hear Gary and I certainly know that Peter would be pleased to introduce you to Roma! Thank you for taking the time to leave a five star review for our golf transfer service.
Latisha P.
4 weeks ago
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for the five star review very much appreciated
Joe R.
1 month ago
Jan was our guide for our all day hinterland tour. She was terrific. Best guide we have ever had. Her knowledge was impressive and delivered beautifully. Her concern for our safety and enjoyment was palpable. Loved it. Thx Jan.
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Response from the owner:Thank you, Joe. We certainly hope to see you next time.
Bert M.
1 month ago
David our driver was sensational and a good knowledge of things. He made the trip very enjoyable and the whole three hours of this trip was very good. I would highly recommend this Company and David.
Response from the owner:That is great to hear. I will let Dave know you'll have a five star review thank you.
Leanne J.
1 month ago
Where do I start....from booking the tour to Emundie Market, pick up and drop off point, could not fault the service. The communication was top notch. The driver Dave was funny, full of information and really very friendly and welcoming. A big thank you to Dave for an incredible experience. Highly recommended this company. Leanne and Noel
Response from the owner:Thank you, Leanne for taking the time to leave a five star review for our Eumundi market. Bus transfer. We certainly hope to see you next time.
Elicia A.
1 month ago
This was a lovely day out cheese tasting, shopping, enjoying a delicious lunch and seeing the beautiful towns of Maleny and Montville while also driving through Flaxton and Mapleton. We saw the lovely Glasshouse mountains and topped it off by seeing Mapleton falls. Our tour guide Peter was very knowledgeable and friendly. Would recommend.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the recommendation and leaving a five star review. Super glad that you enjoyed our culinary tour.
Jodi J.
1 month ago
Excellent service! Communication throughout the booking process was prompt, friendly, and efficient. The bus was clean and comfortable and our driver was friendly and professional. Highly recommend!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Jodi. Lovely to hear. It was our pleasure.
Justine J.
1 month ago
Rob was an absolute standout as our tour guide and bus driver! He was incredibly friendly, accommodating, and professional from start to finish. Our group of 9 had a fantastic day exploring beautiful wineries and distilleries — everything ran smoothly, and Rob’s expert knowledge, safe driving, and warm personality made the whole experience truly memorable and enjoyable. We couldn’t have asked for a better host. Highly recommended!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Justine. Great to hear I've passed on your comments to Rob as I know he will appreciate them. Thank you for leaving a review.
Di T.
1 month ago
We had a wonderful day today with Rob as our driver & guide. The content of the day was absolutely amazing, covering so much, and yet not too rushed. Thankyou Rob for making it a great day for us. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone.
Response from the owner:Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of our culinary tour.
Michelle P.
1 month ago
Went to Eumundi Markets with Dave our driver. Absolutely wonderful. The vehicle was clean. Dave was a delight, so welcoming and friendly and very knowledgeable. He made a point of introducing himself and remembering everyone’s name and took an interest in where everyone was from. I felt completely safe. Highly recommend this tour company.
Response from the owner:Hello Michelle and thank you for leaving a review of our Monday market bus transfer. I'll be sure to pass on your feedback to Dave.
Shirley C.
1 month ago
Throughly enjoyed the experience and Dave's commentary was very helpful and informative, and he was very kind and inviting to talk to. We saw more of the country than expected. Highly recommended
Response from the owner:Thank you, Shirley. Very much appreciated.
Sharon H.
1 month ago
Russell, our driver, was prompt, knowledgeable and a really great bloke. Would totally use Russell and Hinterland again for our next event.
Response from the owner:Thank you Sharon. That was Russell's first job with the business. Great to see he received a five star review and thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback.

Trip Advisor Reviews

  • star rating  Lots of stops to admire views of glass house mountains and waterfall - Lots of things to see and the cheese tasting and lunch were very tasty

    avatar thumb Zillah T
    March 24, 2026

    star rating  Great tour  - We had a great trip to Eumundi markets with our driver Rob. Rob went out of his way to be helpful and courteous and he was cool, calm and... read more

    avatar thumb Leslie H
    March 23, 2026
  • star rating  Spectacular  - We did a second tour today with Dave to the Hinterland. We had a fabulous day. The cheese tasting, lunch at Secrets on the lake and looking through the towns... read more

    avatar thumb Merrilyn M
    February 21, 2026

    star rating  Excellent - Thank you Jan for a wonderful day. You are an excellent guide.
    Would highly recommend if you want a relaxing and enjoyable experience in the hinterland.

    avatar thumb 622gayeb
    November 15, 2025
  • star rating  Very convenient transport to Eumundi market.  - John our driver arrived promptly and was pleasant and courteous.
    Gave us useful directions on arrival at the market and and returned to collect us at the appointed time and... read more

    avatar thumb gscholtz
    September 22, 2025

    star rating  Wonderful experience  - Dave, our driver and guide, was friendly, knowledgeable and fun. The bus was comfortable and Dave was more than happy to stop along the way if anyone had a special... read more

    avatar thumb Sharon R
    September 10, 2025
  • star rating  One for the memory book  - What a great day. Who could better cheese chocolate wine and fine dining all in one day. Driver was very knowledgeable and helpful. Would highly recommended this tour

    avatar thumb Sandra E
    August 17, 2025

    star rating  Fun and Yum  - A great day trip exploring the hinterland, discovering the breathtaking landscapes and local delicious food. Our driver and tour guide Dave was just wonderful and made sure that we were... read more

    avatar thumb 969christinek
    August 15, 2025
  • star rating  Trip to the superb Eumundi Market.  - Our driver,Dave, was an excellent cheerful, friendly and informative driver. The service and the experience generally were first rate.

    avatar thumb Peter M
    August 8, 2025
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