Experience the
beauty of the east coast from Sydney to Cairns on this 13
day tour. Relax on the idyllic islands of Fraser Island,
Hamilton Island and Dunk Island along with exploring the
Great Barrier Island.
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Day 1 Thur. Sydney,
Coffs Harbour.
Depart Sydney and head north of the state to the subtropical
resort town of Coffs Harbour. Tonight, enjoy a welcome
dinner with your tour director, coach captain and travelling
companions.
Stay: Coffs Harbour, Novotel Pacific Bay Resort.
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Day 2 Fri. Byron Bay,
Brisbane.
Travel to Byron Bay, famous for its bohemian lifestyle,
unspoilt beaches and coastal scenery. Watch the surfers and
maybe even see dolphins off the point. Cape Byron is the
most easterly point on the Australian mainland and is an
excellent place to watch the humpback whales which travel
along the coastline (Jun.–Jul.). Cross over the Queensland
border to its capital city, Brisbane. This evening, stay at
the Royal on the Park, conveniently located in the heart of
the city, next to the lush Botanic Gardens.
Stay: Brisbane, Royal on the Park.
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Day 3 Sat. Brisbane,
Fraser Island.
Visit Australia Zoo, home to over a thousand native and
exotic animals and the amazingly adventurous Irwin family.
Afterwards, we continue north to the Sunshine Coast, famous
for its golden beaches fringed with native bush. Arriving in
Hervey Bay, we join a cruise to magnificent World
Heritage-listed Fraser Island.
Two Night Stay: Fraser Island, Kingfisher Bay Resort.
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Day 4 Sun. Fraser
Island, Freedom of Choice Touring, Bush Tucker Talk & BBQ.
Choose from a tour of Lake McKenzie and surrounding
rainforest, or a whale or dolphin watching cruise
(seasonal). Perhaps upgrade your Freedom Of Choice Touring
to an Adventure Option – an enthralling full-day 4WD Beach
and Lakes Tour around this pristine island (Additional
cost). Later, join a park ranger for an exclusive Bush
Tucker Talk, before a delicious barbecue dinner.
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Day 5 Mon. Rockhampton,
Botanic Gardens.
Return to the mainland this morning, cross the Tropic of
Capricorn on your way to Rockhampton. Explore the Botanic
Gardens with its excellent specimens of palms, cycads and
ferns throughout the beautifully manicured gardens. OPTIONAL
UPGRADE - Henderson Park Cattle Ranch Stay Stay overnight at
a working cattle ranch, enjoying a barbecue dinner and an
evening by the campfire. (Minimum 2 passengers).
Stay: Rockhampton, Travelodge Hotel.
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Day 6 Tue. Henderson
Park, Mackay, Whitsunday Cruise to Hamilton Island.
Visit Henderson Park Cattle Station operated by a local
family since 1908. Afterwards, we join a scenic cruise from
Shute Harbour across to the largest inhabited island in the
Whitsundays; Hamilton Island.
Two Night Stay: Hamilton Island Resort, stay in Guaranteed
Coral View rooms at Reef View Hotel.
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Day 7 Wed. Hamilton
Island, Dine Around Dinner
Spend your day at leisure, choosing from over 40 different
activities offered on the island. Relax by one of the seven
luxurious pools, wander the shops down at the marina or take
a day trip out to the pristine Whitehaven Beach (own
expense). With a year-round temperature of 27.4C, you are
sure to relish your free time on this tropical island. In
the evening enjoy pre-dinner drinks as you watch the sun set
over the Whitsundays.
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Day 8 Thur. Whitsundays
Cruise, Mission Beach, Dunk Island.
Today, cruise through the Whitsunday Passage back to the
mainland. Stop in Townsville, the centre for marine research
for the Great Barrier Reef. From Mission Beach, we will
cruise to Dunk Island, another beautiful tropical rainforest
island. Tonight, enjoy dinner and unwind as the tour allows
a comfortable two night stay on this idyllic island resort.
Two Night Stay: Dunk Island Resort, Garden Room.
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Day 9 Fri. At Leisure
on Dunk Island.
Today has been left at leisure for you to relax at the
resort or explore the nearby reef and rainforest. You could
start the day with a rainforest walk and take in the
spectacular views from the summit of Mt Kootaloo. Or perhaps
you could discover the vibrant marine wonders of the Great
Barrier Reef (own expense).
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Day 10 Sat. Atherton
Tablelands, Port Douglas, Dine Around Dinner
Explore the lush Atherton Tablelands with its rich volcanic
soil, high rainfall and spectacular waterfalls. Hop on a
wildlife cruise at Lake Barrine formed by volcanic processes
and surrounded by lush rainforest. Afterwards, enjoy a short
walk to beautiful Millaa Millaa Falls and then marvel at the
unusual Curtain Fig Tree. Travel to the resort town of Port
Douglas and choose to dine at a selected local restaurant
along the renowned Macrossan Street or enjoy dinner and a
quiet evening at the resort.
Stay: Port Douglas, Mantra Treetops Resort and Spa, absolute
luxury set in rain forest gardens.
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Day 11 Sun. Quicksilver
Barrier Reef Cruise, Freedom of Choice Touring.
Cruise aboard the ‘Wavepiercer’ and go snorkelling on the
reef. Visit Low Isles on the ‘Wavedancer’where you can
experience an unspoilt coral Island, or if you’re looking
for adventure take the ‘Silversonic’ on a reef discovery.
Two Night Stay: Cairns, Rydges Tradewinds Hotel, a few steps
along the Esplanade to the night markets and lagoon.
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Day 12 Mon. Cairns,
Kuranda, Farewell Dinner.
Journey aboard the Kuranda Scenic Railway up to
Rainforestation Nature Park where you will be treated by the
Pamagirri Aboriginal Dancers. There’s also time to ride
aboard the Army Duck for a journey on land and through
water. Later traverse the Kuranda Skyrail, and glide just
meters above the rainforest canopy, passing the lush Cairns
Highlands and waterfalls as we journey down the range. This
evening enjoy our special Farewell Dinner at Cairns Night
Zoo – a great Australian night to celebrate with your newly
found friends.
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Day 13 Tue. Cairns
Enjoy a leisurely morning in Cairns. This afternoon transfer
to Cairns Airport.
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