8-Day Cairns Tour: Great Barrier Reef, Kuranda, Daintree Rainforest
This 8-day multi-day tour of Cairns covers all the must do's, with some added extras. Your 8-day tour includes 7-nights accommodation in a standard queen, twin or triple room, round-trip airport transfers and a Cairns Evening Harbour & Dinner Cruise. If that's not enough, enjoy a day-trip to Kuranda aboard the Scenic Railway and Skyrail and visit the World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest, Cape Tribulation and Mossman Gorge. Visit the stunning Great Barrier Reef on a full-day tour with an introductory dive.Top off your trip with a 40-minute scenic reef flight and a beautiful 4WD rainforest waterfall adventure with a free day to explore or just relax by the pool.
ItineraryDay 1: Arrival DayPass By: Cairns, Cairns, Cairns Region, Queensland
Arrive in Cairns and catch your airport transfer to the hotel for check in. This is included in your package.
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: The hotel is a centrally located, quality 3-star hotel, with standard queen, twin or triple accommodation.
Day 2: Evening Dinner & Harbour CruiseStop At: Cairns, Cairns, Cairns Region, Queensland
You’ve spent a day traveling, so it’s a free day to start your holiday. Sleep in, relax and explore the attractions and sites of Cairns, at your leisure. There are many free things to do, including visits to the Cairns Esplanade precinct and Lagoon pool, Cairns Regional Art Gallery, Botanic Gardens and Tanks Arts Centre. Also, lots of centrally located attractions, including the Cairns Museum, Dome and Cairns Aquarium. (Own cost)
In the early evening, make your own way down to the Cairns Marina and board the Spirit of Cairns, for a 2.5-hour dinner cruise, in the calm waters of Trinity Inlet. It departs at 6.30pm and returns at 9pm. During this time, the afternoon turns to evening and the city lights begin to shine, as you explore the waters of the Cairns waterfront. There’s live musical entertainment and a delicious buffet meal, featuring fresh, local produce. You receive a complimentary welcome drink on arrival and can purchase additional beverages from the onboard bar (Own expense).
Duration: 3 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: The hotel is a centrally located, quality 3-star hotel, with standard queen, twin or triple accommodation.
Day 3: Kuranda Village, including Scenic Train and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and Kuranda Village Stop At: Kuranda, Kuranda, Queensland
Kuranda, the Village in the Rainforest, is located on the banks of the Barron River, high in the mountains above Cairns. Its relaxed vibe includes two large markets, a range of buskers and a few rainforest walking trails. There’s cafes, restaurants and pubs. Galleries, boutiques, jewelry shops and more. .
Enjoy 3 hours free time in Kuranda.
Arrive back at your hotel at around 5.30pm
Duration: 8 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: The hotel is a centrally located, quality 3-star hotel, with standard queen, twin or triple accommodation.
Day 4: Free Day - Do as much or as little as you likeStop At: Cairns, Cairns, Cairns Region, Queensland
Today is yours to explore the other wonders of our beautiful region. There’s lots of free things to do, including a visit to Cairns Regional Art Gallery, the Cairns Botanic Gardens, Esplanade Lagoon Precinct and Munro Martin Parklands. Alternatively, the hotel has a full tour desk to assist you with other touring options (this would be at your own expense), or just relax by the pool soaking up the tropics.
Duration: 8 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: The hotel is a centrally located, quality 3-star hotel, with standard queen, twin or triple accommodation.
Day 5: Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation Day TourStop At: Cape Tribulation, Cape Tribulation, Daintree Region, Queensland
Get ready to explore the ancient World Heritage listed Daintree Rainforest. Mossman Gorge is our first official destination. A beautiful gorge carved out by the Mossman River and tumbled with large granite boulders. You have the chance to swim in its cool, clear waters, before we continue to Daintree Village for a restaurant lunch with a range of meals available.
Then enjoy a 1-hour cruise on the Daintree River where you might see crocodiles, birdlife, turtles and more. We then cross the river on a cable ferry into the rainforest. A guided boardwalk tour allows you to see more of this tropical environment up close. Our most northern point of the day is Cape Tribulation beach, the only place on earth where two natural World Heritage sites – the reef and rainforest – exist side by side. From there we retrace our steps to Cairns, but not before a final stop at the Daintree Ice-Cream Company (which can be purchased at your own expense).
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: The hotel is a centrally located, quality 3-star hotel, with standard queen, twin or triple accommodation.
Day 6: Great Barrier Reef, Great Barrier Reef, QueenslandStop At: Great Barrier Reef, Great Barrier Reef, Queensland
This is an amazing day spent exploring the Great Barrier Reef. Transport is on a spacious and comfortable boat, which gets you to the outer Great Barrier Reef in style. Enjoy up to 6 hours at the reef, visiting 2 separate reef sites. Unlimited snorkeling, including equipment and instruction, and the chance for a scuba dive. Glass bottom boat tours provide a different perspective (run, pending weather conditions).
Duration: 8 minutes
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: The hotel is a centrally located, quality 3-star hotel, with standard queen, twin or triple accommodation.
Day 7: Chasing Waterfalls & Fly over the ReefStop At: Great Barrier Reef, Cairns, Queensland Australia
The day begins with an exclusive Forest Waterfalls 4WD Adventure. Travelling in a comfortable 4WD vehicle, you’ll visit three Wet Tropics Rainforest National Parks. Visit mighty trees, swim in crystal clear waters and taste some tempting tropical fruit. This is a premium, small group touring experience, which is fully guided and accompanied and with an informative commentary.
Returning to Cairns, it’s time for a 40-minute scenic flight over the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. The aerial perspective really shows the size and scale of the Great Barrier Reef. Remember to take your camera, as there’s the chance to get some amazing photos. A soaring way to end the touring component of your trip.
Duration: 8 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: The hotel is a centrally located, quality 3-star hotel, with standard queen, twin or triple accommodation.
Day 8: Farewell to CairnsStop At: Cairns, Cairns, Cairns Region, Queensland
Sadly, all good adventures come to an end. Today it’s time to check out of the hotel and catch your transfer to the airport. We thank you for choosing Discovery Tours Australia and look forward to seeing you in Cairns and Tropical North Queensland, some time again soon.
Duration: 6 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Infant seats available"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Accommodation is subject to availability and change if required to a hotel of the same standard/rating"
"Subject to favorable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund"
"Tours do not operate on Xmas Day"
"The child price is for ages 4 – 14, with no dive inclusion"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 60 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 7 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability"
Hora de Inicio:
07:00 AM
Duración: 8 Days
Lugar de comienzo: Traveler pickup is offered
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
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