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Arrival Day at Cairns and Welcome Meeting
Welcome to Cairns! With its close proximity to the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest, Cairns is a haven of scuba diving, snorkelling, reef cruises, all types of fishing, rainforest walks, native bird and wildlife watching.
Arrive at any time, and settle in at your own pace today: there are no activities planned until the evening welcome meeting.
Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
Tonight is your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Accommodation: Cairns - 1 Night
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Cairns To Cape Tribulation
From Cairns you will head north to Cape Tribulation, a remote headland famed for its beautiful beach and rainforest landscape. Stop en route to explore Mossman Gorge and take an interpretive walk through the Daintree Rainforest.
Included Activity: Aboriginal Interpretive Walk at Mossman Gorge
Follow your Aboriginal guide and learn about bush food, medicinal plants and the lasting relationship of the Kuku Yalanji people with their natural environment. Find out how to make bush soap, watch an ochre painting demonstration and sample some bush tea.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Cape Tribulation - 2 Nights
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Cape Tribulation At Your Leisure
A free day in beautiful Cape Tribulation. Why not opt for a trip to the Great Barrier Reef or to explore Daintree National Park?
Explore Daintree National Park
Step back in time in this lush tropical rainforest, reported to be more than 110 million years old! Bring your binoculars to spot some of the 430 species of birds, including the buff-breasted paradise kingfisher and flightless cassowary. On the ground, look for possums, bandicoots, echidna and musky rat kangaroo. Discover why the Aborigines consider this a spiritual place.
Great Barrier Reef Visit | Daintree Rainforest Night Walk | Cape Tribulation Horseback Riding
Meal: Breakfast
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Cape Tribulation To Cairns
Bid farewell to the rainforest and return to Cairns in the afternoon with free time to explore this laid-back city.
Sun-seekers and locals alike flock to Cairns Esplanade's swimming lagoon on the city's foreshore. There are picnic areas, birdwatching viewpoints, free barbecues and fitness equipment along the boardwalk, perfect for unwinding after today's journey.
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Cairns - 1 Night
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Cairns To Airlie Beach
Depart early for a full day of travel to reach Airlie Beach. Sit back, relax and put your favourite tunes on while you enjoy the scenery from the convenience of your private vehicle.
Airlie Beach
Palm-fringed beaches and waterfront parks are a staple of this seriously laid-back holiday destination. After your journey, why not cool off at Airlie Beach Lagoon? Here you can swim all year round and there are even lifeguards on duty in the daylight hours.
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Airlie Beach - 2 Nights
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Airlie Beach
Set sail for a day in the Whitsunday Islands, visiting the Great Barrier Reef. Opt to swim or snorkel, and hike to an island lookout over Whitehaven Beach, known for its stunning white sand. Return to Airlie Beach for the night.
Whitsunday Islands Sailing Excursion
Enjoy a day sailing amidst some of the 74 tropical islands that make up the Whitsunday archipelago. Visit Whitehaven Beach, jump overboard for a quick refreshing dip, and make friends with the tropical fish that thrive within Australia's Great Barrier Reef.
Barrier Reef Visit
The Whitsunday Islands are in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef. Spend the day sailing, then when it gets too hot, pull on a mask and snorkel and dive overboard to check out the variety of brightly coloured marine plants, coral and fish that thrive right in these warm tropical waters.
Meal: Lunch
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Airlie Beach To Byron Bay
Fly to Brisbane and transfer to Byron Bay for two nights in Australia's famous "hippie" paradise.
Byron is one of Australia's most creative locations, with a huge population of musicians, writers and designers living here and enjoying the relaxed beach lifestyle. Think chic boutiques, luxury wellness retreats, organic cafes and yoga on the sands.
*Please note that due to operational reasons the following departures will be staying in Kingscliff instead of Byron Bay:
Best of Australia - Nov 21, 2019 & Dec 26, 2019*
Accommodation: Byron Bay - 2 Nights
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Onwards to Port Macquarie
Spend the morning wandering the town checking out the local shops or having one last coffee on the beach before heading to the coastal township of Port Macquarie, featuring all the beauty of the beach set alongside gorgeous national parks. Enjoy an evening in Port Macquarie.
Accommodation: Port Macquarie - 1 Night
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Port Macquarie To Blue Mountains
Port Macquarie to the Blue Mountains
Leave the coast behind and head inland to the breathtaking Blue Mountains region. En route, opt to stop at the Koala Hospital to learn about these unique creatures and even adopt your very own Koala!
Blue Mountains
Prepare to be awed by rugged sandstone cliffs, hidden canyons, towering waterfalls and never-ending expanses of gorgeous eucalyptus forests. The World-Heritage-Listed Blue Mountains region is guaranteed to impress.
Accommodation: Blue Mountains - 2 Nights
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Blue Mountains
With charming Leura as your base, explore the major attractions of the Blue Mountains from sightseeing to bushwalking to cafés and more. Visit the Jenolan Caves, take a walk in Jamison Valley, and ride on the Scenic Railway, the steepest railway in the world.
Jenolan Caves Tour
Jenolan Caves are a protected feature of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains. Enjoy a guided tour in the cool climes of this fascinating underworld.
Blue Mountains Scenic Railway
This stunning scenic railway is steep and plunges into the rainforest and through the valley. At the end, opt to take a rainforest walk or a cable car back to the visitor's centre.
Jamison Valley Walk
Take in some amazing lookouts over the Jamison Valley, via the iconic Three Sisters. Descend down the 900 step giant staircase to the valley floor and walk amongst the beautiful forest.
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Blue Mountains To Sydney
Welcome to Sydney, the oldest and grandest of Australia's big cities. Blessed with a glorious natural harbour, golden beaches and a blissful climate, this incredible metropolis is guaranteed to impress.
Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.
You have a free afternoon, so why not settle in with a stroll along Circular Quay. With the Harbour Bridge at one end and the Opera House at the other, is there any more iconic place to begin exploring?
Accommodation: Sydney - 2 Nights
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Sydney
Enjoy a free day to explore one of Australia's most exciting cities. Today is your day to get a feel for the city, relax seaside at Bondi Beach, and enjoy an optional final night out with the group. Discover the city at your leisure, or you can opt to pre-book some amazing Sydney activities:
Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb
Climb one of the most famous bridges in the world - the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Soak in amazing panoramic city views of Sydney at the top - a perfect photo opt and memory to take home with you!
Sydney HarbourJet Boat Ride
Want an adrenaline rush? Hold on and get ready for a white-water thrill while gorgeous scenery whizzes past. Explore Sydney Harbour, jetting by the Opera House, Harbour Islands and more!
Sydney Opera House Visit
Take a guided tour of this UNESCO World Heritage site to discover its history, folklore, and more. Catch the boom of the grand organ - with more than 10,000 pipes, it took 10 years to build and is the largest mechanical organ in the world.
Sydney Adrenaline Bundle
Admire the city from new perspectives with this Adrenaline Bundle. Start with a climb to the top of Sydney Harbour Bridge - 134m (440 ft) above sea level! Learn the story of the bridge from an expert guide and soak in the epic views. Next, board a jet boat and enjoy the thrill of spins, slides, and fishtails, spotting iconic landmarks like the Opera House, Taronga Zoo, and Shark Island along the way. Book this Adrenaline Bundle and save on both activities.
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Included Highlights
- Follow an Aboriginal guide through the Daintree Rainforest
- Opt to visit the Great Barrier Reef
- Sail around the scenic Whitsundays
- Try surfing in Byron Bay
- Hike the Blue Mountains
Inclusions
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Discover Moment: Byron Bay
- Your Hands-On Moment: Surfing Lesson, Byron Bay
- Guided rainforest walk
- Whitsunday Islands sailing excursion
- Blue Mountains stay with hikes
- Jenolan Caves visit
- Scenic Railway
- Jamison Valley walk
- Orientation walk in Sydney
- Free time in Cairns, Byron Bay, and Sydney
- Internal flight
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
What Chrissy says about this tour: "If you're short on time, a small group tour is an ideal way to see Australia: someone else is doing all the driving so you can spend every minute enjoying yourself! This 2-week guided Australia tour focuses on the East Coast's diverse natural wonders, sandy beaches and hip cities. With highlights including the Daintree Rainforest, Great Barrier Reef and wonderful Sydney, you'll be amazed by the range of climates and environments you travel through, from tropical gorges to forested mountains."
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