50–90 min from Brisbane
Small-Group Tours
Pick-up from Brisbane & Gold Coast
Expert Local Guides
Family Friendly

Welcome to Queensland's Salad Bowl

The Lockyer Valley is one of Queensland's most productive and beautiful agricultural regions — a patchwork of working farms, native bushland, historic townships and family-run food producers stretching along the Great Dividing Range.

Visitors come to connect with the land: picking produce straight from the soil, learning about traditional indigenous food culture, riding horses across rolling paddocks, and tasting award-winning wines and artisan cheeses at cellar doors with sweeping valley views.

Ideally located for a Brisbane day trip, a scenic escape from Toowoomba, or a relaxed weekend from the Gold Coast — the Lockyer Valley is Queensland's most underrated country escape.

🌾 Farm-to-Fork 🌿 Indigenous Culture 🍷 Cellar Doors 🐴 Horse Riding 🏛️ Heritage Trails 👨‍👩‍👧 Family Friendly
Lush green farmland and rolling hills of the Lockyer Valley, Queensland
Lockyer Valley, Queensland
2026 Tour Collection

Lockyer Valley Tours & Experiences

Nine unique guided experiences across the valley — from half-day tasters to full-day farm immersions. Something for every traveller.

📍 Lockyer Valley

Farm-to-Fork Discovery Tour

Visit multiple working farms, meet the growers, learn sustainable agriculture and sample fresh produce straight from the source. Includes a gourmet farm lunch.

⏱ 6 hours 🍴 Lunch included 👥 Small group
From $129 per person
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📍 Native Oz Bushfoods

Bushfood Eco Tour

An indigenous-led experience featuring a smoking ceremony, Acknowledgment to Country, guided bushfood walk and native morning tea showcasing traditional Australian ingredients.

⏱ 3 hours 🍰 Morning tea 🌿 Cultural
From $85 per person
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📍 Fordsdale

Horseback Adventures

Ride through the scenic Lockyer Valley on horseback. Suitable for all levels with valley views, creek crossings and native wildlife. Professional guides included.

⏱ 2–4 hours 🐴 All levels 🌄 Scenic
From $95 per person
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📍 Multiple Sites

Heritage Trail Experience

Discover 42 heritage sites — historic railway stations, pioneer villages, the German settlement museum and grand heritage buildings telling the story of early settlers.

⏱ 5 hours 🎫 Entry included 🏛️ History
From $105 per person
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📍 Multiple Producers

Gourmet Food & Wine Trail

Taste your way through the valley — Awassi Cheesery, Preston Peak Winery, artisan producers and farm gate stalls. Wine tastings and cheese platters included.

⏱ 6 hours 🍷 Tastings included 🧀 Gourmet
From $149 per person
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📍 Gatton

Transport Museum & Retro Tour

Visit the Queensland Transport Museum and The Barn & Scotty's Garage — vintage cars, motorcycles, a 1950s diner with working jukeboxes, and classic Australiana.

⏱ 4 hours ☕ Tea included 🚗 Retro
From $89 per person
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📍 Multiple Farms

Lavender & Flower Farm Tour

Visit Holmwood Lavender Farm and local flower farms. Fragrant fields, handmade lavender products, and stunning photo opportunities in a peaceful garden setting.

⏱ 3.5 hours 📸 Photo stops 💜 Seasonal
From $79 per person
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Family Favourite
📍 9Dorf Farm

Farm Experience Day

Hands-on farm life! Learn about fish farming, ethical chicken production, collect eggs, meet farm animals, and enjoy fresh produce. A hit with kids and families.

⏱ 3 hours 👨‍👩‍👧 Families 🐔 Interactive
From $65 per person
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📍 National Parks

Nature & Bushwalking Adventure

Explore pristine national parks, native wildlife, panoramic views from Cunningham Crest and hidden waterfalls on a guided bushwalking adventure through the valley.

⏱ 5 hours 🥾 Moderate 🌳 Nature
From $95 per person
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The Valley in Pictures

A Landscape Like No Other

Rolling green farmland in the Lockyer Valley at golden hour
Lockyer Valley Farmland
Fresh vegetables from a Queensland farm gate
Farm-Fresh Produce
Horseback riding through Queensland paddocks
Horseback Adventures
Wine tasting at a Queensland cellar door
Gourmet Wine Trail
Lavender fields at Holmwood Lavender Farm
Holmwood Lavender Farm
Must-Visit Spots

Top Lockyer Valley Attractions

From indigenous cultural experiences to artisan cheeseries, boutique wineries and retro motoring museums — the valley rewards the curious traveller.

Native Oz Bushfoods

An indigenous-owned cultural attraction offering guided bushfood walks, native plant education, storytelling and tastings of traditional Australian ingredients.

Culture · Nature · Education

Gatton Historical Village

Step back in time with over 40 restored buildings showcasing pioneer life, early farming, blacksmithing, schooling and rural Queensland history.

History · Families · Photography

Awassi Cheesery

Award-winning sheep's milk cheeses, farm visits and artisan cheese tastings at this family-run dairy known for its distinctive and delicate flavours.

Foodies · Gourmet · Farm

Preston Peak Winery

A boutique hilltop winery with sweeping valley panoramas, cellar door tastings, seasonal dining and relaxed country hospitality.

Wine · Scenic Dining · Couples

Holmwood Lavender Farm

Wander fragrant lavender fields, browse handcrafted products and enjoy a serene garden setting perfect for slow travel, photography and relaxation.

Relaxation · Couples · Photos

Queensland Transport Museum

A hidden gem celebrating Australia's motoring heritage with vintage cars, trucks and motorcycles lovingly preserved for public display.

Motoring Fans · Families

The Barn & Scotty's Garage

Nostalgic 1950s-style diner and memorabilia space with classic jukeboxes, vintage signage and the warm charm of a bygone era of Australiana.

Retro Fans · Casual Dining

Gatton Showgrounds

A major regional hub for the iconic Gatton Show, farmers markets, agricultural events and seasonal festivals celebrating local produce and culture.

Events · Local Culture · Seasonal

Many attractions are included across our guided Lockyer Valley tours, departing from Brisbane, Toowoomba and the Gold Coast.

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What to Do

Everything the Valley Has to Offer

A snapshot of the experiences waiting for you in Queensland's Salad Bowl.

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Farm Gate Trail

Fresh produce direct from local farmers

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Horse Riding

Scenic trail rides through the countryside

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Gourmet Tastings

Wine, cheese and artisan food experiences

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Photography

Stunning rural and farm landscapes

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Arts & Crafts

Local galleries and artisan workshops

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Scenic Drives

Beautiful routes through the valley

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Pick Your Own

Seasonal produce picking on working farms

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Heritage Trails

42 sites spanning pioneer Queensland

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Bushfood Culture

Indigenous-led nature and food experiences

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Cellar Doors

Award-winning wines and cool-climate varietals

Travel Essentials

Plan Your Lockyer Valley Visit

Everything you need to make the most of your day in Queensland's Salad Bowl.

🌸 Best Time to Visit

Spring (Sep–Nov) and Autumn (Mar–May) are ideal — mild temperatures, wildflowers in bloom and harvest season at its productive peak.

Summer can be warm and humid but farm experiences continue year-round. Winter mornings are fresh and clear, perfect for horseback rides and heritage walks.

  • Gatton Show — May: Queensland's premier agricultural show
  • Harvest Season — Mar–Jun: peak produce at farm gates
  • Lavender Season — Oct–Nov: Holmwood in full bloom

🚗 Getting There

Conveniently placed near major southeast Queensland cities:

Most Cooee Tours offer hotel pickups and drop-offs for convenience.

🎒 What to Bring

  • Comfortable closed-toe shoes for farm and bush tours
  • Sun protection: hat, sunglasses and SPF 50+
  • Camera or smartphone for scenic stops
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Light jacket for cool mornings or cellar door visits
  • A cooler bag if buying fresh produce at farm gates
  • Cash or card for farm gate stalls and local produce
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Guest Reviews

What Our Guests Say

★★★★★

"The Bushfood Tour was absolutely fascinating — the smoking ceremony, learning about indigenous plant use, and tasting native bush tucker was a uniquely moving and educational experience. Highly recommend to anyone visiting Queensland."

— Emily R., Brisbane
★★★★★

"Perfect day trip from Brisbane. The Farm-to-Fork tour was incredible — meeting the farmers, understanding where our food comes from, and the gourmet lunch was honestly one of the best meals I've had in Queensland. We left with bags full of veggies!"

— Michael & Sarah, Gold Coast
★★★★★

"The horseback adventure through the valley was magical. Beautiful scenery, friendly horses, and our guide was incredibly patient with first-timers. We felt completely at ease. Such a peaceful, beautiful experience — we're already planning to return."

— Jessica T., Sydney

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the Lockyer Valley?

Small groups, expert local guides and thoughtfully crafted itineraries. Book your Lockyer Valley tour today — day trips from Brisbane, Toowoomba and the Gold Coast.

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