14 horsepower events in the Southern Queensland Country that will get your engine revving
If you’re looking to put the pedal to the metal, mark your diary for these motorsports and car shows in our region.
Distance: 567 Kilometres
This is a highly indulgent, self-drive luxury getaway taking in some of the finest foods, relaxing experiences, even offering the opportunity to be pampered at onsite spas. This getaway also includes an opportunity to sample some of the finest regional produce and boutique wines. The drive itself takes in some of the most spectacular views of Queensland's High Country.
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Brisbane to Maryvale
Discover Queensland’s High Country and experience the height of luxury at Spicers Peak Lodge, enveloped in World Heritage Listed Main Range National Park and rainforest. Here you can indulge in all-inclusive gastronomic menus showcasing the very best of fresh, local produce and relax with yoga, sunset four wheel drive tours, guided bushwalks or self-guided mountain biking. If needing some indulgence, pamper yourself with a treatment in the on-site Spa Anise.
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Maryvale to Stanthorpe
Explore the Granite Belt food and wine region, and visit the family run Sutton’s Apple Farm for cider tasting and apple pie.
Sample farmhouse cheeses at Stanthorpe Cheese, then savour Queensland College of Wine Tourism’s signature lunch experience - “The Medley of Mains”. Taste the locally-made jams at Jamworks Gourmet Foods followed by a visit to Ballandean Estate Wines for 100 per cent estate-grown boutique wines. Wind up your day indulging in delicious chef prepared meals delivered to your villa or luxury glamping tent at Alure Stanthorpe.
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Stanthorpe to Brisbane
Bushwalk the spectacular Queen Mary Falls Circuit and stop for a refreshment and taste the renowned flavours of Killarney beef and lamb over lunch at Spring Creek Mountain Cafe and Cottages.
Wind your way along the picturesque roads of the Scenic Rim as you roam from the rain forest back to the beaches.
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