Your journey begins at the Mary Cairncross Tree Viewing Platform in Maleny, where breathtaking views of the iconic Glass House Mountains set the tone for the adventure ahead. From there, choose your own indulgence – a curated tasting of award-winning local and international cheeses at Maleny Food Co., or a premium wine tasting flight at Flame Hill Vineyard. Either way, you are in for a treat that perfectly captures the region’s celebrated food and drink heritage, followed by sweeping panoramic views of the Sunshine Coast at Gerrard’s Lookout.
Your half-day concludes with a highlight guests consistently describe as the standout of any hinterland visit – a 2-course gourmet lakeside lunch at Secrets on the Lake, set in the rainforest on the shores of Lake Baroon near Montville. If you prefer wine over cheese, simply skip the cheese tasting and enjoy a wine tasting at Flame Hill Vineyard after lunch instead.
With complimentary door-to-door transfer included throughout, every detail is taken care of so you can simply sit back, breathe in the mountain air, and savour each moment.
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Your first stop is Mary Cairncross in Maleny, on the aptly named Mountain View Rd. It looks east off the Blackall Range towards the coast where you will enjoy the gorgeous National Heritage-listed Glass House Mountains.
Choose your own indulgence for this stop. At Maleny Food Co., experience the rich tradition of dairy excellence with a curated cheese-tasting session where you’ll sample an assortment of the region’s finest local and international cheeses, gaining insight into the local cheese-making craft in a setting that’s as educational as it is delicious.
Prefer wine? Head instead to Flame Hill Vineyard for a premium wine-tasting flight, where you’ll sip handcrafted wines made from local grapes while soaking in breathtaking views of the hinterland.
One of the two scenic lookouts we stop at will be Gerrard’s Lookout. High on the hill, this lookout offers coastline views of Coolum, Maroochydore, Caloundra and Bribie Island. Nearby
Your gourmet lunch will be at Secrets on the Lake, which is set in the rainforest on the shores of Lake Baroon. This popular foodie destination near Montville enjoys panoramic views of the lake, where you’ll savour a delicious 2-course meal included in the tour.
