4-Day Cairns & Great Barrier Reef Adventure
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Trip Overview
Experience Australia's most sought-after destinations: Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef!
Cairns is a city of great diversity and the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, Australia's prized possession and many tropical rainforests. On this four-day adventure, you'll explore the best of this city and its surroundings.
From your hotel on the Cairns Esplanade, you'll be able to explore fascinating landscapes, cruise the Great Barrier Reef, dine at the fabulous restaurants on Cairns Pier and explore the vibrant village of Kuranda in one of the world's oldest living rainforests.
Cairns is a city of great diversity and the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, Australia's prized possession and many tropical rainforests. On this four-day adventure, you'll explore the best of this city and its surroundings.
From your hotel on the Cairns Esplanade, you'll be able to explore fascinating landscapes, cruise the Great Barrier Reef, dine at the fabulous restaurants on Cairns Pier and explore the vibrant village of Kuranda in one of the world's oldest living rainforests.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Cairns & Private Transfer to Hotel
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On arrival at Cairns Train Station or airport, you will be met by your driver who will take you to the Hilton Cairns and the Esplanade. After checking in, you'll be free to spend the day enjoying the resort facilities and exploring Cairns. The Great Barrier Reef awaits tomorrow.
Accommodation
Hilton Cairns★5 star
Restaurants
Waterbar & Grill SteakhouseOptional Activity
Transportations
Private Driver from Cairns to Hilton Cairns
Destinations
Cairns
Day 2
Cairns and Great Barrier Reef Tour with Lunch
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Today, you'll set sail to Michaelmas Cay on the Great Barrier Reef aboard the beautiful catamaran, Ocean Spirit. After a two-hour sail, you will arrive at Michaelmas Cay where there is so much to see and do. You'll enjoy snorkelling in the cay’s protected shallow waters, try an introductory scuba dive in the fringing reefs, cruise in the semi-sub for a diver’s view of the reef, watch the fish feeding presentation, observe the birdlife or just chill out on Ocean Spirit’s spacious decks.
Accommodation
Hilton Cairns★5 star
Activities
Michaelmas Cay Cruise
Meals
Breakfast and lunch
Destinations
Cairns
Queensland
Day 3
Scenic Train Journey to Kuranda
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The famous Kuranda Scenic Railway winds its way on a journey from Cairns to Kuranda, the village in the rainforest. The two-hour journey to Kuranda passes spectacular waterfalls and into the stunning Barron Gorge. Upon reaching the village of Kuranda, you'll have ample time to explore the array of attractions and unique shopping experiences. Then, you'll glide above the canopy of the World Heritage-listed rainforest and learn more about this ancient ecosystem with Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.
Accommodation
Hilton Cairns★5 star
Activities
Kuranda Scenic Railway
Restaurants
Dundees on the WaterfrontOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Cairns
Kuranda
Day 4
Departure from Cairns
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After checking out, you will be met at the hotel lobby by your driver who will take you back to Cairns Train Station or the airport for your journey home.
Transportations
Private Driver from Hilton Cairns to Cairns Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Cairns
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What’s included?
- 3 nights accommodation
- 2 activities
- 3 breakfasts and 1 lunch
- Airport transfer
- Ground transportation
What’s not included?
- Alcohol beverages
- Domestic flights
- Entrance fees
- Entry visas / airport departure tax
- Gratuities
- International flights
- Laundry
- Licensed English speaking guides
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Trekking permits
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AU$ 1,982/ per traveller sharing
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Benefits of this trip
Australia in 4 days
5-star accommodation
24/7 in-destination support from your local designer
Unique local experiences you can’t find elsewhere
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