15 DAY FULLY INCLUSIVE TOUR
SUNDAY 19TH JUNE TO SUNDAY 3RD JULY
Set deep in Queensland’s Central Highlands, Carnarvon Gorge is a peaceful picturesque environment set under a canopy of gums and Carnarvon fan palms. A stunning landscape of towering cliffs, colourful gorges and endless views, with sites steeped in historic cultural connections. Charters Towers is an inland rural city founded in the Goldrush of 1870. It became a major mining and business centre. Grand buildings gave the town such a presence - many grand structures still survive. Come and explore this new territory with us.
TOUR MAP
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Maleny Botanical Gardens and Bird World, Mary Cairncross Lookout, Buderim Ginger Factory, Hinkler Hall of Aviation, Fairymead House Sugar Museum, Bundaberg Botanic Gardens, Bundaberg Rum Museum, Gladstone Maritime Museum, Rockhampton Botanic Gardens, Rockhampton Zoo, Capricorn Caves, Emerald Railway Station, Carnarvon Gorge, Texas Longhorn Cattle Station, Fossilised Tree at Emerald, Venus Gold Battery, Millstream Falls, Millaa Millaa Waterfall, Gallo Dairyland, Kuranda Markets, Kuranda Skyrail Rainforest Cable Way and Mareeba Heritage Museum.
FLIGHTS
Melbourne to Maroochydore
Cairns to Melbourne
CRUISE
Mooloolaba Luncheon Cruise
Lake Barrine Cruise
MULTIPLE NIGHT STAYS
3 nights in Caloundra
2 nights in Bundaberg, Rockhampton, Springsure, Charters Towers and Atherton
TOUR COSTS
Twin Share Room First Tour: $7,895 per person
Twin Share Room Repeat Traveller 2 - 10 Tours: $7,795 per person
Twin Share Room Repeat Traveller 11 - 20 Tours: $7,745 per person
Twin Share Room Repeat Traveller 21+ Tours: $7,695 per person
Single Room Supplement: $1,040 per person
Deposit: $500 per person
As a thank you for travelling with O'Shannessy's Quality Tours, you will automatically receive a saving on the total tour price for your second and subsequent tours.
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).
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).
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ITINERARY
DAY 1: sunday 19th June, 2022
MELBOURNE TO SUNSHINE COAST
With personal pick up from home, our chauffeurs will take us to Melbourne Airport to join our direct flight to Maroochydore on the beautiful Sunshine Coast. We will be met by our O’Shannessy’s coach crew on arrival, and taken on a short drive to Caloundra on the southern end of the Sunshine Coast for the next three nights.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement / Refreshments on flight
OVERNIGHT: Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort , CALOUNDRA
With personal pick up from home, our chauffeurs will take us to Melbourne Airport to join our direct flight to Maroochydore on the beautiful Sunshine Coast. We will be met by our O’Shannessy’s coach crew on arrival, and taken on a short drive to Caloundra on the southern end of the Sunshine Coast for the next three nights.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement / Refreshments on flight
OVERNIGHT: Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort , CALOUNDRA
day 2: Monday 20th June, 2022
MALENY, MARY CAIRNCROSS LOOKOUT AND MONTVILLE
We take a scenic drive today up into the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, travelling via Landsborough up the hill to our first stop at the unforgettable Maleny Botanical Gardens and Birdworld Avery. Whether you are an avid botanist, a nature-lover or simply cherish the peace and tranquillity of beautiful gardens and rolling landscapes, a visit to Maleny Botanic Gardens and Bird World is the perfect day out. Spend some time wandering through the gardens and enjoy a lovely Devonshire Tea before leaving to visit the newly renovated Mary Cairncross Lookout to enjoy the spectacular views. On a clear day you can even see the high rise buildings in Brisbane – and of course the spectacular Glasshouse Mountains. This afternoon, we drive to Montville, stopping to do some window shopping in this quaint village, which is approximately 400 metres above sea level. After a great day, we return to our accommodation for dinner.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement
OVERNIGHT: Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort , CALOUNDRA
We take a scenic drive today up into the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, travelling via Landsborough up the hill to our first stop at the unforgettable Maleny Botanical Gardens and Birdworld Avery. Whether you are an avid botanist, a nature-lover or simply cherish the peace and tranquillity of beautiful gardens and rolling landscapes, a visit to Maleny Botanic Gardens and Bird World is the perfect day out. Spend some time wandering through the gardens and enjoy a lovely Devonshire Tea before leaving to visit the newly renovated Mary Cairncross Lookout to enjoy the spectacular views. On a clear day you can even see the high rise buildings in Brisbane – and of course the spectacular Glasshouse Mountains. This afternoon, we drive to Montville, stopping to do some window shopping in this quaint village, which is approximately 400 metres above sea level. After a great day, we return to our accommodation for dinner.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement
OVERNIGHT: Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort , CALOUNDRA
DAY 3: Tuesday 21st june, 2022
GINGER FACTORY AND MOOLOOLABA RIVER CRUISE
After breakfast, we make our way to the Ginger Factory, for a guided tour around the Buderim Ginger Factory. See how ginger is grown, harvested and turned into a delicious range of ginger products. Finish the tour with a tasting and discover why they produce the world’s finest ginger! For lunch today, we take a Seafood Lunch Cruise, enjoying the freshest seafood the Sunshine Coast has to offer whilst cruising the Mooloolaba Harbour, river and canals. We may also see Steve Irwin’s marine research vessel ‘Croc One’. We glide into the main river and canals to enjoy the sights of the Minyama mansions along Millionaires row.
OVERNIGHT: Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort , CALOUNDRA
After breakfast, we make our way to the Ginger Factory, for a guided tour around the Buderim Ginger Factory. See how ginger is grown, harvested and turned into a delicious range of ginger products. Finish the tour with a tasting and discover why they produce the world’s finest ginger! For lunch today, we take a Seafood Lunch Cruise, enjoying the freshest seafood the Sunshine Coast has to offer whilst cruising the Mooloolaba Harbour, river and canals. We may also see Steve Irwin’s marine research vessel ‘Croc One’. We glide into the main river and canals to enjoy the sights of the Minyama mansions along Millionaires row.
OVERNIGHT: Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort , CALOUNDRA
DAY 4: wednesday 22nd june, 2022
CALOUNDRA TO BUNDABERG
After several lovely relaxing days on the Sunshine Coast, we make our way north with our first stop at Maryborough - a town steeped in history which tells the tales of its captivating colonial past, mixed with an artistic vibe everywhere you go. Learn about the magical world of Mary Poppins, as this town is the birthplace of author P.L Travers. A short stroll through heritage-listed Queens Park will lead us to Cherry Tree Lane and the statue of Mary Poppins, perched next to the 136-year-old building where P.L Travers was born in 1889. While in Queens Park, take a look at the statue of Duncan Chapman, the first Anzac ashore at Gallipoli, who symbolises the rich military history of Maryborough. We continue our journey passing rows of red rich soil, green macadamia trees dotting the horizon, "hedges" of sugarcane along the roadside and into the main street of Childers. History and heritage oozes out of its facades. We continue on to Bundaberg for our next 2 night stopover.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement
OVERNIGHT: Bundaberg International Motor Inn, BUNDABERG
After several lovely relaxing days on the Sunshine Coast, we make our way north with our first stop at Maryborough - a town steeped in history which tells the tales of its captivating colonial past, mixed with an artistic vibe everywhere you go. Learn about the magical world of Mary Poppins, as this town is the birthplace of author P.L Travers. A short stroll through heritage-listed Queens Park will lead us to Cherry Tree Lane and the statue of Mary Poppins, perched next to the 136-year-old building where P.L Travers was born in 1889. While in Queens Park, take a look at the statue of Duncan Chapman, the first Anzac ashore at Gallipoli, who symbolises the rich military history of Maryborough. We continue our journey passing rows of red rich soil, green macadamia trees dotting the horizon, "hedges" of sugarcane along the roadside and into the main street of Childers. History and heritage oozes out of its facades. We continue on to Bundaberg for our next 2 night stopover.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement
OVERNIGHT: Bundaberg International Motor Inn, BUNDABERG
DAY 5: thursday 23rd june, 2022
HINKLER HALL OF AVIATION, BOTANIC GARDENS, BUNDABERG RUM FACTORY
This morning we visit the Hinkler Hall of Aviation, Fairymead House Sugar Museum and the beautiful Bundaberg Botanic Gardens. We will be amazed by the awe inspiring, dynamic and unique structure of soaring glass and steel made in the shape of an aircraft wing. The Hinkler Hall of Aviation brings to life the adventures of Australia’s famous pioneer solo aviator, Bert Hinkler. From here we wander over to the Fairymead House for the Sugar Stories tour, learning all about the Bundaberg Sugar industry and the pioneer sugar families. When we have finished looking around, we can stroll through the beautiful botanical gardens, before enjoying lunch at the Café. This afternoon we experience Bundaberg Rum on its hallowed ground, and we’ll quickly discover that the drink itself is only part of the story. We participate in the Bundaberg Rum Museum Experience, which is located within a retired Bondstore that has previously aged some of Bundaberg’s finest rums. Our distillery experience will allow us to see, touch and smell our way through the rich history of Bundaberg Rum. Upon return to our accommodation, we have time to relax before dinner.
OVERNIGHT: Bundaberg International Motor Inn, BUNDABERG
This morning we visit the Hinkler Hall of Aviation, Fairymead House Sugar Museum and the beautiful Bundaberg Botanic Gardens. We will be amazed by the awe inspiring, dynamic and unique structure of soaring glass and steel made in the shape of an aircraft wing. The Hinkler Hall of Aviation brings to life the adventures of Australia’s famous pioneer solo aviator, Bert Hinkler. From here we wander over to the Fairymead House for the Sugar Stories tour, learning all about the Bundaberg Sugar industry and the pioneer sugar families. When we have finished looking around, we can stroll through the beautiful botanical gardens, before enjoying lunch at the Café. This afternoon we experience Bundaberg Rum on its hallowed ground, and we’ll quickly discover that the drink itself is only part of the story. We participate in the Bundaberg Rum Museum Experience, which is located within a retired Bondstore that has previously aged some of Bundaberg’s finest rums. Our distillery experience will allow us to see, touch and smell our way through the rich history of Bundaberg Rum. Upon return to our accommodation, we have time to relax before dinner.
OVERNIGHT: Bundaberg International Motor Inn, BUNDABERG
DAY 6: friday 24th june, 2022
BUNDABERG TO ROCKHAMPTON
This morning we leave Bundaberg and head north. We will have a short stop for morning tea in the quaint township of Miriam Vale, before reaching the Gladstone Maritime Museum. The museum holds a history from prior to Captain Cook up to modern times, including local history. The museum precinct is home to the decommissioned HMAS Gladstone, a 42 metre ex Australian Navy Fremantle Class Patrol Boat. After lunch, we continue onto Rockhampton where we will make a photo stop at the Tropic of Capricorn marker, before heading to our accommodation for the next 2 nights.
OVERNIGHT: Korte’s Resort, ROCKHAMPTON
This morning we leave Bundaberg and head north. We will have a short stop for morning tea in the quaint township of Miriam Vale, before reaching the Gladstone Maritime Museum. The museum holds a history from prior to Captain Cook up to modern times, including local history. The museum precinct is home to the decommissioned HMAS Gladstone, a 42 metre ex Australian Navy Fremantle Class Patrol Boat. After lunch, we continue onto Rockhampton where we will make a photo stop at the Tropic of Capricorn marker, before heading to our accommodation for the next 2 nights.
OVERNIGHT: Korte’s Resort, ROCKHAMPTON
DAY 7: Saturday 25th june, 2022
YEPPOON, EMU PARK, ROCKHAMPTON ZOO, CAPRICORN CAVES
After a lovely breakfast by the pool at Korte’s Resort, we board the coach for a short drive out to Yeppoon and Emu Park. The lovely seaside town of Yeppoon sits at the heart of Queensland’s Capricorn Coast and boasts the near-tropical blue waters and the stunning colour of the sand makes you realise they have some of Queensland’s best beaches. We will follow the coastline around past Roslyn Bay to Emu Park, making a stop to view the Singing Ship. Read up on the history as we stop at the base of the faintly whistling monument. We continue our morning into the city of Rockhampton to visit the Botanic Gardens and Zoo. This afternoon, we head just north of the city to the beautiful Capricorn Caves. These spectacular caves will leave us with lasting memories of ancient geological history, early explorers, the wonders of wildlife and special cave acoustics. We leave the well lit cave through the Zig Zag passage and suspension bridge, finishing with a sense of adventure.
OVERNIGHT: Korte’s Resort, ROCKHAMPTON
After a lovely breakfast by the pool at Korte’s Resort, we board the coach for a short drive out to Yeppoon and Emu Park. The lovely seaside town of Yeppoon sits at the heart of Queensland’s Capricorn Coast and boasts the near-tropical blue waters and the stunning colour of the sand makes you realise they have some of Queensland’s best beaches. We will follow the coastline around past Roslyn Bay to Emu Park, making a stop to view the Singing Ship. Read up on the history as we stop at the base of the faintly whistling monument. We continue our morning into the city of Rockhampton to visit the Botanic Gardens and Zoo. This afternoon, we head just north of the city to the beautiful Capricorn Caves. These spectacular caves will leave us with lasting memories of ancient geological history, early explorers, the wonders of wildlife and special cave acoustics. We leave the well lit cave through the Zig Zag passage and suspension bridge, finishing with a sense of adventure.
OVERNIGHT: Korte’s Resort, ROCKHAMPTON
DAY 8: sunday 26th june, 2022
ROCKHAMPTON TO SPRINGSURE
After a leisurely breakfast, we depart Rockhampton making our way west through country outback towns to the Central Highlands area of Queensland, and on to the township of Springsure. The local landmark - Mount Zamia is a prominent feature, looming above the town. They grow a large range of crops including sunflowers, sorghum, wheat and chickpeas. We stay in Springsure for the next 2 nights, and excitingly look forward to exploring Carnarvon Gorge tomorrow.
OVERNIGHT: Springsure Overlander Motel, SPRINGSURE
After a leisurely breakfast, we depart Rockhampton making our way west through country outback towns to the Central Highlands area of Queensland, and on to the township of Springsure. The local landmark - Mount Zamia is a prominent feature, looming above the town. They grow a large range of crops including sunflowers, sorghum, wheat and chickpeas. We stay in Springsure for the next 2 nights, and excitingly look forward to exploring Carnarvon Gorge tomorrow.
OVERNIGHT: Springsure Overlander Motel, SPRINGSURE
DAY 9: monday 27th june, 2022
CARNARVON GORGE
Carnarvon Gorge is a spectacular gorge system with towering white cliffs and lush side gorges. Located in Carnarvon National Park, it is the Central Highlands’ most popular attraction. Make sure you pack some walking shoes for this adventure. Those who are more energetic will make it through to the "Moss Gardens" and the "Cathedral", whereas others may just like to stroll along the pathway at their own leisure. Either way, we are sure to enjoy this beautiful oasis in the National Park. Ancient ferns, aboriginal rock art, whiptail wallabies, fairy wrens, brush tail possums, yellow bellied gliders, greater gliders at night and over 173 species of birds make this a truly special place. View creeks, waterfalls and lush rainforest. After a great day, we make our way back to Springsure for the night.
OVERNIGHT: Springsure Overlander Motel, SPRINGSURE
Carnarvon Gorge is a spectacular gorge system with towering white cliffs and lush side gorges. Located in Carnarvon National Park, it is the Central Highlands’ most popular attraction. Make sure you pack some walking shoes for this adventure. Those who are more energetic will make it through to the "Moss Gardens" and the "Cathedral", whereas others may just like to stroll along the pathway at their own leisure. Either way, we are sure to enjoy this beautiful oasis in the National Park. Ancient ferns, aboriginal rock art, whiptail wallabies, fairy wrens, brush tail possums, yellow bellied gliders, greater gliders at night and over 173 species of birds make this a truly special place. View creeks, waterfalls and lush rainforest. After a great day, we make our way back to Springsure for the night.
OVERNIGHT: Springsure Overlander Motel, SPRINGSURE
DAY 10: tuesday 28th june, 2022
SPRINGSURE TO CHARTERS TOWERS
This morning we drive via Emerald where we view the Historic Railway Station built in 1900 and now classified by the National Trust. Outside the Town Hall is the fossilised tree that is 250 million years old. This tree was unearthed on the banks of the Mackenzie River when a railway bridge was being constructed to one of the local mines and donated to the town on the event of its centenary by BHP Mines. We also view the famous Van Gogh Sunflower Painting which is a tribute to Emerald’s history as the town used to be a huge sunflower producer. After a quick look around we journey further northwards, taking the Gregory Development Road. This deserted outback road, passes through Clermont and the remote Belyando Road House. Upon arrival in Charters Towers, we check into our accommodation for the next 2 nights.
OVERNIGHT: Cattlemans Rest Motor Inn, CHARTERS TOWERS
This morning we drive via Emerald where we view the Historic Railway Station built in 1900 and now classified by the National Trust. Outside the Town Hall is the fossilised tree that is 250 million years old. This tree was unearthed on the banks of the Mackenzie River when a railway bridge was being constructed to one of the local mines and donated to the town on the event of its centenary by BHP Mines. We also view the famous Van Gogh Sunflower Painting which is a tribute to Emerald’s history as the town used to be a huge sunflower producer. After a quick look around we journey further northwards, taking the Gregory Development Road. This deserted outback road, passes through Clermont and the remote Belyando Road House. Upon arrival in Charters Towers, we check into our accommodation for the next 2 nights.
OVERNIGHT: Cattlemans Rest Motor Inn, CHARTERS TOWERS
DAY 11: wednesday 29th june, 2022
TEXAS LONGHORN STATION AND CHARTERS TOWERS
This morning we head out of town a short distance to Leahton Park, to discover the largest herd of full blood Texas Longhorn cattle in Australia. The 1,100 acre property is family owned by Michael and Linda, allowing us to enjoy learning about the cattle first hand on their Texas Longhorn Safaris. Step back in time—back to the old west, to the era of the legendary Texas Longhorn! These historical cattle are direct descendants of the millions of Texas Longhorns that walked in the great trail herds from Texas in the late 1800's. Enjoy freshly brewed tea and homemade biscuits before taking an informative tour of the custom saddle shop. Learn some of the history of this iconic and magnificent breed of cattle whilst enjoying the yarns with our hosts. We will also see Water Buffalo, American Bison, African Watusi and Scottish Highland cattle. A unique and memorable Australian outback experience where the Aussie Bush meets the Old West! After a great morning, we make our way back into the township of Charters Towers allowing free time to purchase lunch. This afternoon, our local guide will show us all the highlights of Charters Towers, learning all about the last quarter of the 19th century when the township of Charters Towers boomed as the rich gold deposits under the city were developed. We finish our day with a visit to the Venus Gold Battery.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement
OVERNIGHT: Cattlemans Rest Motor Inn, CHARTERS TOWERS
This morning we head out of town a short distance to Leahton Park, to discover the largest herd of full blood Texas Longhorn cattle in Australia. The 1,100 acre property is family owned by Michael and Linda, allowing us to enjoy learning about the cattle first hand on their Texas Longhorn Safaris. Step back in time—back to the old west, to the era of the legendary Texas Longhorn! These historical cattle are direct descendants of the millions of Texas Longhorns that walked in the great trail herds from Texas in the late 1800's. Enjoy freshly brewed tea and homemade biscuits before taking an informative tour of the custom saddle shop. Learn some of the history of this iconic and magnificent breed of cattle whilst enjoying the yarns with our hosts. We will also see Water Buffalo, American Bison, African Watusi and Scottish Highland cattle. A unique and memorable Australian outback experience where the Aussie Bush meets the Old West! After a great morning, we make our way back into the township of Charters Towers allowing free time to purchase lunch. This afternoon, our local guide will show us all the highlights of Charters Towers, learning all about the last quarter of the 19th century when the township of Charters Towers boomed as the rich gold deposits under the city were developed. We finish our day with a visit to the Venus Gold Battery.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement
OVERNIGHT: Cattlemans Rest Motor Inn, CHARTERS TOWERS
DAY 12: thursday 30th june, 2022
CHARTERS TOWERS TO ATHERTON TABLELANDS
Our drive today continues on the Great Inland Way passing through Greenvale, Lynd Junction, Mount Garnet and Innot Hot Springs. We stop to view the beautiful Millstream Falls, reputedly the widest single-drop falls in Australia. The next township is Ravenshoe. Take a big breath as we drive through, as you are in the highest town in Queensland. We then travel along the top of the Atherton Tablelands to our accommodation for the next 2 nights.
OVERNIGHT: Cape Gateway Hotel, MAREEBA
Our drive today continues on the Great Inland Way passing through Greenvale, Lynd Junction, Mount Garnet and Innot Hot Springs. We stop to view the beautiful Millstream Falls, reputedly the widest single-drop falls in Australia. The next township is Ravenshoe. Take a big breath as we drive through, as you are in the highest town in Queensland. We then travel along the top of the Atherton Tablelands to our accommodation for the next 2 nights.
OVERNIGHT: Cape Gateway Hotel, MAREEBA
DAY 13: friday 1st july, 2022
ATHERTON TABLELANDS
A day of exploring the Atherton Tablelands in depth! Our first stop will be at the beautiful Millaa Millaa Waterfall, which is one of the most photographed falls in Australia, so bring your camera. From here we back track a little way and call in to the tiny township of Millaa Millaa, known as the “Village”. At the end of the street, there is a lovely pioneer statue of a cow and a dairy farmer. What makes the Tablelands so special is the combination of its geographic location in the Tropics (between 400 and 1,100 metres), 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. We arrive at the Lake Barrine Tea House, where we will enjoy a lovely lunch and a cruise on the lake. Our day hasn’t finished, as we visit the Curtain Fig Tree on our way to try some cheese tasting at Gallo Dairyland – a family owned business. This is a full working dairy that milks, makes cheese and delicious chocolates! After a great day out we return to our accommodation.
OVERNIGHT: Atherton Motel, ATHERTON
A day of exploring the Atherton Tablelands in depth! Our first stop will be at the beautiful Millaa Millaa Waterfall, which is one of the most photographed falls in Australia, so bring your camera. From here we back track a little way and call in to the tiny township of Millaa Millaa, known as the “Village”. At the end of the street, there is a lovely pioneer statue of a cow and a dairy farmer. What makes the Tablelands so special is the combination of its geographic location in the Tropics (between 400 and 1,100 metres), 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. We arrive at the Lake Barrine Tea House, where we will enjoy a lovely lunch and a cruise on the lake. Our day hasn’t finished, as we visit the Curtain Fig Tree on our way to try some cheese tasting at Gallo Dairyland – a family owned business. This is a full working dairy that milks, makes cheese and delicious chocolates! After a great day out we return to our accommodation.
OVERNIGHT: Atherton Motel, ATHERTON
DAY 14: saturday 2nd july, 2022
ATHERTON TO CAIRNS
After breakfast we travel along the top of the Atherton Tablelands through the small town of Tolga – a timber town. Our morning tea stop will be at the Mareeba Heritage Museum, to enjoy some country hospitality at its best, with time to spend walking down memory lane. Kuranda Markets is our next stop allowing time to walk around the markets before taking the Skyrail down to Smithfield. This world heritage Skyrail, is the world’s longest gondola cableway, stretching 7.5 kilometres across the rainforest canopy. At the bottom the coach will meet us to take you directly to our motel in Cairns for the last night on the tour.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement
OVERNIGHT: Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort, CAIRNS
After breakfast we travel along the top of the Atherton Tablelands through the small town of Tolga – a timber town. Our morning tea stop will be at the Mareeba Heritage Museum, to enjoy some country hospitality at its best, with time to spend walking down memory lane. Kuranda Markets is our next stop allowing time to walk around the markets before taking the Skyrail down to Smithfield. This world heritage Skyrail, is the world’s longest gondola cableway, stretching 7.5 kilometres across the rainforest canopy. At the bottom the coach will meet us to take you directly to our motel in Cairns for the last night on the tour.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement
OVERNIGHT: Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort, CAIRNS
DAY 15: sunday 3rd july, 2022
CAIRNS TO MELBOURNE
After breakfast, we pack our bags and with a late checkout, we can wander around the waterfront before we head off to Cairns Airport. Our direct flight takes us back to Melbourne, where as always, our chauffeurs await our arrival to take us home after a picturesque tour.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement / Refreshments on flight
After breakfast, we pack our bags and with a late checkout, we can wander around the waterfront before we head off to Cairns Airport. Our direct flight takes us back to Melbourne, where as always, our chauffeurs await our arrival to take us home after a picturesque tour.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement / Refreshments on flight
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 from home in a private chauffeured vehicle by one of our professional drivers.
For Victorian passengers not within this pick up zone, or our interstate passengers a quote can be provided for home pickup in extended areas. At the end of your tour, you will be safely returned home with memories of a sensational tour.
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, restroom, climate control air conditioning and Road Cam monitors which display the road ahead in real time. Each coach has a second door for easier entry and exit and touchless hand sanitizer dispensers at each entry to help keep everyone safe. Our 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
Economy flights from Melbourne to Maroochydore, Cairns to Melbourne included.
Tour Directors
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
All full cooked breakfasts, morning teas and lunches most days and two course restaurant dinners daily. 6 lunches at your own expense as per itinerary.
No Hidden Extras
O'Shannessy's Quality Tours are fully inclusive.
PAYMENT AND CANCELLATION POLICY
Receipt of payment of funds will be taken as acceptance of O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours conditions of travel for this tour. Prices include GST and all taxes.
Deposit is fully refundable until 61 days prior to departure date.
Balance due on invoice approximately 60 days prior to departure.
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.
If a tour is cancelled for any reason by O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours before the departure date, all passengers will be offered the option of transferring to another tour of their choice, hold the funds in trust for a future tour or a full refund. There is no time limit as to when this must be used. If a lockdown is implemented while a tour is in progress, our first priority is the safety and wellbeing of our passengers and ensuring that we get each and every one of them home safely, and therefore we treat every situation individually. Travel insurance is not compulsory, however we highly recommend our passengers take out comprehensive travel insurance with a reputable provider at the time the balance of the tour is paid. Our office can provide contact information for companies we know are now providing travel insurance. It is a condition of travel that all passengers must be fully vaccinated against COVID19 unless medically exempt, and confirmation must be provided to our office upon payment of your invoice/booking.