Itinerary
Day 1: Cairns to Cape Tribulation:
The adventure begins! Our tour starts
with the chance to take a scenic ride high above the rainforest rooftop on
the Skyrail. We'll then head up the coast towards Daintree stopping for a
walk through the Mossman Gorge and perhaps a refreshing dip. Resort (D)
Day 2: Cape Tribulation at Leisure:
The opposite of tribulation. Today we'll
explore the lush Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation National Park in
our 4 wheel drives. A 'must do' is a dip in one of the many swimming holes
before we head back to Cape Tribulation Beach. Resort (B)
Day 3: Cape Tribulation to Fitzroy Island:
Crossin' the Daintree . We start
our day with a journey down the coast. Crossing the Daintree River, we leave
the heritage listed rainforest. We then head towards Fitzroy Island - an
island covered in rainforest and surrounded by reef! There will be time to
explore and get away from it all before dinner. Lodge (B,D)
Day 4: Fitzroy Island to Cairns:
All ashore. Time to relax or take an early
morning walk before we make our way back to the mainland. This afternoon
we'll check into our Cairns hotel, situated in a lush tropical setting.
Resort (B)
Day 5: Cairns at Leisure:
Reef residents . Again your choice - either spend
the day at leisure or take the opportunity to visit the famous Outer Barrier
Reef aboard a high-speed catamaran. Why not scuba dive amidst amazingly
colourful tropical fish? Tonight we'll check out more tropical wildlife at
one of Cairns' nightclubs! Resort (B)
Day 6: Cairns at Leisure:
Are you game? For the adventurous a chance to do
some white-water rafting on the rapids of the Tully River. If rafting's not
your thing time to relax and check out the delights of Cairns. Resort
Day 7: Cairns to the Whitsundays:
Shute across to Paradise. We'll leave this
morning to travel South to Townsville to explore the scenic lookout of
Castle Hill. This evening we'll board our launch at Shute Harbour and make
the short journey to Long Island - one of the jewels of the Whitsundays.
Resort (D)
Or. Sail the Whitsundays:
As an alternative to 2 days Island Resort stay,
you can spend 2 days sailing the Whitsundays. Swim, snorkel, or laze your
way around this tropical paradise, on board a flotilla yacht. Book in
conjunction with your East Coast tour to guarantee a place onboard. NB:
There is an additional charge for this option. Twin share supplement not
applicable.
Day 8: Whitsundays at Leisure:
Your own 'fantasy island.' Time to enjoy the
relaxed atmosphere and great amenities of Long Island. Feeling energetic?
Why not go bush-walking, play tennis or beach volleyball, take to the water
with a snorkel or a jet ski? Want to relax? Then unwind on the palm-lined
beach, have a massage, or sip cocktails on the bar verandah as you watch
another perfect sunset. Resort.
Day 9: Whitsundays at Leisure. Continued.
Day 10: Whitsundays to the Capricorn Coast:
Smile at the crocodile. From
Airlie Beach we'll visit Mackay - Australia's sugar capital. This evening
why not come face to fang with huge estuarine crocodiles at the Koorana
Crocodile Farm? Hotel (B)
Day 11: Capricorn Coast to Fraser Island:
The Sunshine Coast. This morning
as we leave Rockhampton we will cross the Tropic of Capricorn before hooking
up with our launch to Fraser Island. Eco Lodge (B,D)
Day 12: Fraser Island at Leisure:
Idyllic island life. Now you're on the
largest sand island in the world! What to do? Here are a few clues. Why not
take a 4-wheel drive bus tour through the rainforests, a guided bushwalk or
a swim in the fresh water lakes? With this many options no chance of going
troppo! Eco Lodge
Day 13: Fraser Island to Farmstay:
Get down on the farm. Today we travel
South along the coast to Noosa Heads with it's stunning beaches and great
shopping. From there we'll visit the koalas and kangaroos at the Forest Glen
wildlife sanctuary. Enjoy a good ol' Aussie 'knees up' tonight at our
farmstay near Toowoomba. Farmstay (B,D)
Day 14: Farmstay to Surfers Paradise:
From Cow Chips to Casino Chips. From
the fertile farming lands of the Darling Downs we'll take in the sights and
sounds of Brisbane before arriving in Surfers Paradise. After dinner, try
your luck at Jupiter's Casino! Hotel (B)
Day 15: Surfers Paradise at Leisure:
The choice is yours. So much to do in
the name of leisure. Here goes! Relax on 42km of white sand beaches, or if
you're feeling adventurous - why not try a tandem skydive or a Harley
Davidson ride. All are available in Australia's biggest playground. Hotel
Day 16: Surfers Paradise to Coffs Harbour:
2 states in 1 day. This morning
we'll cross the Queensland border into New South Wales. We'll stop at Cape
Byron, Australia's most easterly point then on to trendy Byron Bay where you
can shop or swim. Tonight will be our last night together in our
accommodation at Coffs Harbour - vitamin B is good for depression! Resort
Day 17: Coffs Harbour to Sydney:
Thanks for the memories. We head south
along the 'holiday coast' and across the famous Harbour Bridge, we'll make a
photostop taking in the harbour and Opera House. Time to exchange addresses,
snapshots and stories as we return to Sydney where our tour ends and the
memories begin! (B)
- Twin share supplement: £210 per person
- Tour starts on a Sunday and Wednesday
- Depart 7.30am and Finish 6.00pm
- Tour starts in CAIRNS ends in SYDNEY
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