Itinerary
Day 1 Sat: Brisbane - Fraser Island
Depart Brisbane at 8.45am. Enjoy an orientation tour of the city and learn
about opals, before beginning the journey north along the Sunshine Coast to
Hervey Bay for the ferry crossing to Fraser Island. Tonight enjoy a welcome
drink with your Tour Director. Accommodation: Kingfisher Bay Resort &
Village, Fraser Island, 2 nights.
Day 2: Fraser Island
Today join your 4WD vehicle for a half-day tour of the island. Marvel at the
majestic rainforest at Central Station. Visit Lake McKenzie, one of the
island's beautiful freshwater lakes, surrounded by white sandy beaches.
There is also time to relax and enjoy the Resort's facilities. (B)
Day 3: Fraser Island - Rockhampton
Return to the mainland this morning, cross the Tropic of Capricorn and
continue to Rockhampton, located on the broad Fitzroy River. Dine out this
evening at the Dreamtime Cultural Centre. Learn about Aboriginal culture and
traditions and be entertained by their colourful dances. Accommodation:
Leichhardt Hotel, Rockhampton. (B) (HD)
Day 4: Rockhampton -Hamilton Island
Travel north to Mackay, before continuing to Shute Harbour where you join a
catamaran for your short cruise to Hamilton Island. Tonight, delight in a
barbecue dinner at the Yacht Club overlooking the marina - a delightful
experience! Accommodation: Reef View Hotel - Coral Sea View Rooms, Hamilton
Island, 2 nights. (B) (HD)
Day 5: Hamilton Island
Enjoy a day at leisure to explore Hamilton Island. Opportunity to join a
morning tour of the island including the fauna park, or take a cruise to
Whitehaven Beach. Perhaps hire a golf cart and explore the island yourself.
Your Tour Director will be able to assist you with bookings. Tonight is free
for independent dining on the island. (B)
Day 6: Hamilton Island - Townsville
Head north to the tropical city of Townsville. Enjoy a guided tour of
Billabong Sanctuary. This afternoon is free for you to relax at the hotel or
perhaps take a stroll along The Strand. Accommodation: Jupiters Townsville
Hotel & Casino, Townsville. (B)
Day 7: Atherton Tablelands - Port Douglas
Journey north from Townsville, then climb the high tropical plateau known as
the Atherton Tablelands. Visit Millaa Millaa Falls and the famous Curtain
Fig Tree. Enjoy a guided cruise on Lake Barrine, before making our way to
Port Douglas. Accommodation: Radisson Treetops Resort, Port Douglas, 2
nights. (B)
Day 8 Sat: Port Douglas
A full free day in Port Douglas awaits you today. There is an opportunity to
explore the World Heritage Rainforest, enjoy a walk along Four Mile Beach,
or just sit back and relax by the pool. Your Tour Director will be able to
assist you with bookings. (B)
Day 9: Great Barrier Reef
Join the Great Adventures catamaran and cruise out to the Great Barrier
Reef. Enjoy a reef education presentation and view the spectacular corals
and tropical fish from the Underwater Observatory and the semi-submersible
craft. There is the opportunity to go snorkelling and view this natural
living wonder up close (equipment provided). Enjoy an included buffet lunch,
before we return to Cairns. Accommodation: The Oasis Resort, Cairns, 2
nights. (BL)
Day 10: Kuranda
Board the Kuranda train for an historic journey taking you through the
scenic countryside behind Cairns. Arrive at the cultural rainforest village
of Kuranda with time to wander through the various stalls of the colourful
Kuranda Markets. Later, board the Skyrail Cableway that takes you above the
canopy of the tropical rainforest of the Barron Gorge National Park. Visit
the famous Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park. Experience the History,
Creative and Dance theatres where the legends of the Dreamtime are brought
to life. (B)
Day 11: Depart Cairns
Your tour concludes today after breakfast. You will be transferred to Cairns
Airport for your onward flight. (B)
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