9 DAY FULLY INCLUSIVE TOUR
TUESDAY 6TH JULY TO WEDNESDAY 14TH JULY
Welcome to Cairns and Port Douglas the gateway to Australia's Great Barrier Reef. No matter who you are or how long you're there, these are bucket list destinations not to be missed. Glide above the rainforest in the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, do some snorkelling and rub fins with Nemo or just stroll along the pristine beaches. We may even throw in a Crocodile encounter to keep you on your toes!
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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Jaques Coffee Plantation, Millaa Millaa Falls, Kuranda Scenic Train, Kuranda Markets, Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, Josephine Falls, Sugar Museum, Historic Paronella Park, Mossman Gorge, Daintree Discovery Centre, Hartleys Crocodile Farm and Rainforest Habitat Wildlife Sanctuary Breakfast with the Birds.
CRUISE
Lake Barrine Cruise, Cruise on Quicksilver Wave Dancer Catamaran to Lowe Isles Coral Atoll, Hartleys Lagoon Cruise and Daintree River Cruise.
RAIL
Kuranda Railway.
MULTIPLE NIGHT STAYS
4 nights in Cairns and 4 nights in Port Douglas
PRICE
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Twin Share Room First Tour: Twin Share Room Repeat Traveller 2 - 10 Tours: Twin Share Room Repeat Traveller 11 - 20 Tours: Twin Share Room Repeat Traveller 21+ Tours: Single Room Supplement: Deposit: |
$5,395 per person $5,345 per person $5,320 per person $5,295 per person $975 per person $500 per person upon booking |
O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours will match single travellers who wish to twin share, with another single traveller of the same gender.
However, if this is not possible, you shall be provided with single accommodation at the twin share fare (no additional cost).
However, if this is not possible, you shall be provided with single accommodation at the twin share fare (no additional cost).
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ITINERARY
DAY 1: TUESDAY 6TH JULY, 2021
MELBOURNE TO CAIRNS
With pickup from home, we transfer to Melbourne Airport to join our flight to Cairns. We will be met in Cairns by our coach crew and taken directly to our hotel accommodation in the heart of Cairns City on Pier Point Marina. All rooms have private balconies along with memorable views of tropical gardens or Marlin Marina. Time to unpack and relax before joining the group for our first dinner together.
OVERNIGHT: Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina Cairns, CAIRNS
With pickup from home, we transfer to Melbourne Airport to join our flight to Cairns. We will be met in Cairns by our coach crew and taken directly to our hotel accommodation in the heart of Cairns City on Pier Point Marina. All rooms have private balconies along with memorable views of tropical gardens or Marlin Marina. Time to unpack and relax before joining the group for our first dinner together.
OVERNIGHT: Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina Cairns, CAIRNS
day 2: WEDNESDAY 7TH july , 2021
ATHERTON TABLELANDS
Our first stop this morning will be in Mareeba at Jaques Coffee Plantation. Starting with a short "Jaques Coffee Movie" in the purpose built theatrette where we are shown the different aspects of the Coffee Plantation and learn about the processing and harvesting of coffee in Australia. We continue across the top of the Atherton Tablelands - what makes the Tablelands so special is the combination of its geographic location in the Tropics and its pleasant climate along with the volcanic activities that have shaped parts of its landscape. One of the most dramatic examples of this is Lake Barrine – a beautiful volcanic crater lake. Here we will enjoy lunch and a cruise, taking in the most amazing rainforest eco-systems, with a good chance of seeing turtles and eels. We make our way back in to Cairns via Millaa Millaa Falls.
OVERNIGHT: Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina Cairns, CAIRNS
Our first stop this morning will be in Mareeba at Jaques Coffee Plantation. Starting with a short "Jaques Coffee Movie" in the purpose built theatrette where we are shown the different aspects of the Coffee Plantation and learn about the processing and harvesting of coffee in Australia. We continue across the top of the Atherton Tablelands - what makes the Tablelands so special is the combination of its geographic location in the Tropics and its pleasant climate along with the volcanic activities that have shaped parts of its landscape. One of the most dramatic examples of this is Lake Barrine – a beautiful volcanic crater lake. Here we will enjoy lunch and a cruise, taking in the most amazing rainforest eco-systems, with a good chance of seeing turtles and eels. We make our way back in to Cairns via Millaa Millaa Falls.
OVERNIGHT: Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina Cairns, CAIRNS
DAY 3: THURSDAY 8TH july, 2021
KURANDA RAILWAY, SKYRAIL AND MARKETS
A “must do” tour in Cairns is a ride on the historic Kuranda Railway for the spectacular journey to the famous Kuranda Station. The train journey takes us through the magnificent Barron Falls National Park. Highlights of the ride are picturesque valleys, railway bridges, 15 tunnels built over a century ago and the Barron Falls themselves. Time to wander through the village of Kuranda and enjoy the famous markets. This afternoon we catch the World Heritage listed Skyrail Rainforest Cableway - the world's longest gondola cableway, stretching 7.5 kilometers across the rainforest canopy. The rest of the day is free in Cairns to relax.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement
OVERNIGHT: Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina Cairns, CAIRNS
A “must do” tour in Cairns is a ride on the historic Kuranda Railway for the spectacular journey to the famous Kuranda Station. The train journey takes us through the magnificent Barron Falls National Park. Highlights of the ride are picturesque valleys, railway bridges, 15 tunnels built over a century ago and the Barron Falls themselves. Time to wander through the village of Kuranda and enjoy the famous markets. This afternoon we catch the World Heritage listed Skyrail Rainforest Cableway - the world's longest gondola cableway, stretching 7.5 kilometers across the rainforest canopy. The rest of the day is free in Cairns to relax.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement
OVERNIGHT: Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina Cairns, CAIRNS
DAY 4: FRIDAY 9TH july, 2021
INNISFAIL - PARONELLA PARK
We travel south this morning, stopping on the way for a walk into Josephine Falls. From here we continue through Innisfail, before arriving at the Sugar Museum. Here we view an informative video on the Sugar Cane process, and have a look around the museum. It is only a short drive to historic Paronella Park, arriving in time for some lunch. Paronella Park is an amazing place created in the 1930’s by Spanish immigrant Jose Paronella. This “castle” is surrounded by acres of gardens, modeled on the best botanic gardens in Europe. The castle was lit by power generated by North Queensland’s first hydro electric scheme. Our walking tour takes us through the “Kauri Avenue”.
OVERNIGHT: Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina Cairns, CAIRNS
We travel south this morning, stopping on the way for a walk into Josephine Falls. From here we continue through Innisfail, before arriving at the Sugar Museum. Here we view an informative video on the Sugar Cane process, and have a look around the museum. It is only a short drive to historic Paronella Park, arriving in time for some lunch. Paronella Park is an amazing place created in the 1930’s by Spanish immigrant Jose Paronella. This “castle” is surrounded by acres of gardens, modeled on the best botanic gardens in Europe. The castle was lit by power generated by North Queensland’s first hydro electric scheme. Our walking tour takes us through the “Kauri Avenue”.
OVERNIGHT: Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina Cairns, CAIRNS
DAY 5: SATURDAY 10TH july, 2021
CROCODILE FARM AND PORT DOUGLAS
We depart Cairns today making our way north out of the city to Hartleys Crocodile Farm, where we take an informative lagoon boat tour to observe not only the behaviour of the crocodiles but all the other plants and animals that share their home. Every cruise is different. You might see a majestic Sea Eagle or a jewel-like Azure Kingfisher, a bright eyed Tree Snake or an impossibly delicate wild orchid. One thing remains constant, the crocs are always there - waiting! Lunch today is at your own expense at the Croc Farm – “a crocodile burger please … and make it snappy!" Their award winning waterhole and feed station has a variety of food to choose from. This afternoon, we travel the very scenic route north following the beautiful coastline to Port Douglas. We enjoy some free time in the township of Port Douglas before checking in to our accommodation for the next 4 nights at the beautiful Oaks Resort. You might like to enjoy a drink around the lagoon pool, or swim up to the Pool Bar before dinner.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement
OVERNIGHT: Oaks Resort, PORT DOUGLAS
We depart Cairns today making our way north out of the city to Hartleys Crocodile Farm, where we take an informative lagoon boat tour to observe not only the behaviour of the crocodiles but all the other plants and animals that share their home. Every cruise is different. You might see a majestic Sea Eagle or a jewel-like Azure Kingfisher, a bright eyed Tree Snake or an impossibly delicate wild orchid. One thing remains constant, the crocs are always there - waiting! Lunch today is at your own expense at the Croc Farm – “a crocodile burger please … and make it snappy!" Their award winning waterhole and feed station has a variety of food to choose from. This afternoon, we travel the very scenic route north following the beautiful coastline to Port Douglas. We enjoy some free time in the township of Port Douglas before checking in to our accommodation for the next 4 nights at the beautiful Oaks Resort. You might like to enjoy a drink around the lagoon pool, or swim up to the Pool Bar before dinner.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement
OVERNIGHT: Oaks Resort, PORT DOUGLAS
DAY 6: SUNDAY 11TH july, 2021
MOSSMAN GORGE AND DAINTREE
This morning we enjoy the beautiful Mossman Gorge. A shuttle bus will take us to the heart of the Gorge, where we will voyage through the lush green rainforest, taking in views of the Mossman River and the mountain ranges beyond. From here we continue further north to the quaint township of Daintree, to enjoy fresh barramundi for lunch, before we take a cruise on the Daintree River. Our cruise takes us through tranquil everglades and mangroves, where we hope to see different species of birds and butterflies, and maybe even a crocodile basking on one of the river banks.
OVERNIGHT: Oaks Resort, PORT DOUGLAS
This morning we enjoy the beautiful Mossman Gorge. A shuttle bus will take us to the heart of the Gorge, where we will voyage through the lush green rainforest, taking in views of the Mossman River and the mountain ranges beyond. From here we continue further north to the quaint township of Daintree, to enjoy fresh barramundi for lunch, before we take a cruise on the Daintree River. Our cruise takes us through tranquil everglades and mangroves, where we hope to see different species of birds and butterflies, and maybe even a crocodile basking on one of the river banks.
OVERNIGHT: Oaks Resort, PORT DOUGLAS
DAY 7: MONDAY 12TH JULY, 2021
LOWE ISLES CORAL ATOLL
We board the modern air-conditioned Quicksilver Wave Dancer catamaran, to make our way to Lowe Isles Coral Atoll. Enjoy an on-board reef presentation by a marine biologist before arriving at Lowe Isles. Time to snorkel or board the glass bottom boat for fish and coral viewing. You may wish to take a guided beach walk, before enjoying a delicious lunch on board. Our catamaran will drop us back to the Port Douglas Marina for a transfer back to Oaks Resort.
OVERNIGHT: Oaks Resort, PORT DOUGLAS
We board the modern air-conditioned Quicksilver Wave Dancer catamaran, to make our way to Lowe Isles Coral Atoll. Enjoy an on-board reef presentation by a marine biologist before arriving at Lowe Isles. Time to snorkel or board the glass bottom boat for fish and coral viewing. You may wish to take a guided beach walk, before enjoying a delicious lunch on board. Our catamaran will drop us back to the Port Douglas Marina for a transfer back to Oaks Resort.
OVERNIGHT: Oaks Resort, PORT DOUGLAS
DAY 8: TUESDAY 13TH july, 2021
CAPE TRIBULATION
First we enjoy a unique Breakfast with the Birds at the Wildlife Habitat sanctuary. This award winning Wildlife Habitat is Australia’s leading environmental Wildlife experience. It allows you to wander along elevated boardwalks, observing up close a huge range of flora and fauna as birds fly and roam freely. We depart the sanctuary continuing on to the real tropical part of North Queensland, crossing the Daintree River on the Ferry. A trip to Far North Queensland just isn’t complete without experiencing the raw, prehistoric beauty of the mighty Daintree Rainforest. We visit the Daintree Discovery Centre to view the oldest tropical rainforest in the world, estimated to be over 150 million years old! The Daintree Rainforest is home to the endangered Southern Cassowary and the oldest flowering plant species known as Idiot fruit. There are many interesting things to see as you step back into a prehistoric era, learning all about the weird and wonderful things you can see in North Queensland. The Daintree Discovery Centre, is an award-winning world class interpretive facility that allows visitors easy access to every level of the Daintree Rainforest; from the forest floor to the upper most reaches of the canopy.
OVERNIGHT: Oaks Resort, PORT DOUGLAS
First we enjoy a unique Breakfast with the Birds at the Wildlife Habitat sanctuary. This award winning Wildlife Habitat is Australia’s leading environmental Wildlife experience. It allows you to wander along elevated boardwalks, observing up close a huge range of flora and fauna as birds fly and roam freely. We depart the sanctuary continuing on to the real tropical part of North Queensland, crossing the Daintree River on the Ferry. A trip to Far North Queensland just isn’t complete without experiencing the raw, prehistoric beauty of the mighty Daintree Rainforest. We visit the Daintree Discovery Centre to view the oldest tropical rainforest in the world, estimated to be over 150 million years old! The Daintree Rainforest is home to the endangered Southern Cassowary and the oldest flowering plant species known as Idiot fruit. There are many interesting things to see as you step back into a prehistoric era, learning all about the weird and wonderful things you can see in North Queensland. The Daintree Discovery Centre, is an award-winning world class interpretive facility that allows visitors easy access to every level of the Daintree Rainforest; from the forest floor to the upper most reaches of the canopy.
OVERNIGHT: Oaks Resort, PORT DOUGLAS
DAY 9: WEDNESDAY 14TH july, 2021
PORT DOUGLAS TO MELBOURNE
This morning we pack our bags ready to depart Tropical North Queensland and drive down the beautiful coast line through to Cairns Airport for our flight home. As always our chauffeurs await our arrival in Melbourne for our transfer home.
This morning we pack our bags ready to depart Tropical North Queensland and drive down the beautiful coast line through to Cairns Airport for our flight home. As always our chauffeurs await our arrival in Melbourne for our transfer home.
TOUR INCLUSIONS
Complimentary chauffeur driven transfers
Victorian passengers from Greater Melbourne, Bendigo, Torquay, Ballarat, Geelong, the Bellarine and Mornington Peninsulas, Phillip Island and selected areas of Gippsland will be picked up and returned home in a private chauffeured vehicle by one of our professional drivers.
Luxury Touring Coaches
Our full size 3 axle luxury coaches have only 32-36 passenger seats allowing you even more personal space and extra leg room. Our coaches are fitted with comfortable reclining seats with aisle arm rests, foot rests, seat belts, panoramic windows with blinds, refrigerator for passenger use, Climate control air conditioning & Road Cam monitors which display the road ahead in real time. Each coach also has a second door for easier entry and exit and touchless hand sanitizer dispensers at each entry to help keep everyone safe. The coaches have full air suspension delivering a smooth and quiet ride which also allows us to lower the coach closer to the ground, making boarding and disembarking even easier.
Return Flights
Virgin Airlines Melbourne to Cairns return.
Tour Director
Dedicated O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours coach crew (tour directors) on board to ensure your travel experience is memorable.
Best Available Quality Accommodation
Ensuite motel accommodation each night.
Attractions
All tours and interest venues as per itinerary.
Meals
Full cooked breakfasts, morning tea, most lunches and two course restaurant dinners daily. 2 lunches at own expense as per itinerary.
No Hidden Extras
O'Shannessy's Quality Tours are fully inclusive.
“...It might be a well known fact that Tropical North Queensland is the only place in the world where two natural World Heritage sites collide, but there are more first and only's to this destination than just its reef and rainforest..."
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PAYMENT AND CANCELLATION POLICY
Balance due on invoice approximately 60 days prior to departure.
Deposit is fully refundable until 61 days prior to departure date.
Prices include GST and all taxes.
Cancellation 60 to 8 days before tour departure date, 20% Refund of Tour Cost
Cancellation within 7 days of tour departure date, No Refund
On or after tour date departure, No Refund
Travel Insurance is not compulsory, however we highly recommend you take out comprehensive travel insurance with a reputable insurer at the time you pay the balance
for your tour.