6 Day Short Break
Port Douglas & Reef Retreat
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Kuranda Scenic Railway
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Mossman Gorge
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Great Barrier Reef
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Couple at Kuranda Scenic Railway
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Kuranda Scenic Railway
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Mossman Gorge
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Daintree Rainforest Canopy
Prices From
$1039
adult twin ?$831
child ?$1439
single ?
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Cairns - Port Douglas
On arrival at Cairns Airport you’ll be transferred to your resort in Port Douglas (flights anytime). The rest of the day is yours to explore or relax in this tropical paradise.
Hotel: QT Port Douglas (Superior), 2 nights.
Day 2: Mossman Gorge
Journey through the rainforest and awe-inspiring landscapes of Cape Tribulation. Visit Mossman Gorge and enjoy an indigenous presentation by the traditional owners, the Kuku Yalanji people, before a guided walk in this enchanting rainforest. Wind through the Alexandra Range and stop at a spectacular lookout for views of Snapper Island and beyond to the Coral Sea before a Daintree River cruise.
Included Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 3: Great Barrier Reef - Cairns
An experience of a lifetime today – cruise to an underwater world that is a kaleidoscope of colour and brilliance on an Outer Great Barrier Reef cruise to Agincourt Reef. Dive, snorkel or just stay dry and explore the stunning reef from the comfort of a Quicksilver semi-submersible craft. Watch the fish feeding from a unique underwater viewing platform and enjoy a delicious tropical buffet lunch before heading to Cairns for the next 3 nights.
Hotel: Hilton Hotel Cairns (Superior), 3 nights.
Included Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 4: Kuranda
Board the Kuranda Scenic Railway for an amazing journey, as you travel on one of the world’s most scenic rail routes, through hand-hewn tunnels and over bridges spanning spectacular gorges, to the picturesque village of Kuranda. On arrival there’s free time to explore the ‘village in the rainforest’ and its many attractions, including the Heritage Markets full of colourful and interesting arts and crafts. Afterwards, board the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and travel high above the Barron Gorge National Park through some of the oldest rainforest in the world, on your way back down to Cairns.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 5: Cairns ‘Free Time’
Today, relax and unwind or discover any of a number of Cairns’ hidden gems. Visit Cairns Wildlife Dome, the new Cairns Zoom for an adventure or stroll through the Cairns Night Markets. It’s up to you!
Included Meals: Breakfast
6 Day Short Break
Departs
Daily, Cairns Airport
Returns
Morning of Day 6, Cairns
Need Accommodation?
Our special discounted rates make booking accommodation with us during your holiday both easy and affordable at selected AAT Kings hotels and resorts.
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Inclusions
- Accommodation
- Breakfast (5)
- Lunch(2)
- Daintree River Cruise
- Great Barrier Reef Cruise (snorkel equipment provided)
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway & Kuranda Scenic Railway
- Experienced Driver Guides
- Detailed and informative commentary
- Travel in an air-conditioned coach
- Return airport transfers- flight details to be provided 45 days prior to travel
What to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat
- Water bottle
- Camera
- Jacket in the cooler months
- Swimmers & towel
Fitness requirement
Low level of fitness required.
Accommodation Standards & Prices
Choose from a range of accommodation standards below. AAT Kings has hand-picked a range of hotels in key destinations to suit all kinds of budgets and we’ve pre-negotiated amazing prices for you.
Tour with Superior Accommodation (PDCE)
Your choice of accommodation standards
Choose from a range of accommodation standards. AAT Kings has hand-picked a range of hotels in key destinations to suit all kinds of budgets and we’ve pre-negotiated amazing prices for you.
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Superior (S)
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QT Port Douglas
87-109 Port Douglas Rd, Port Douglas QLD, 4877You'll be welcomed by an inspiring open-spaced setting with a contemporary yet quirky tropical feel.
- Features
- Private balcony
- Work Desk
- Flat Screen TV
- Ensuite
- Bathroom Amenities
- Mini Bar
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Hilton Hotel Cairns
34 Esplanade, Cairns QLD, 4870The Hilton Cairns hotel boasts a unique tropical setting, enjoying spectacular scenery surrounded by lush gardens. The hotel offers bright accommodation with spacious bathrooms and private balconies with stunning waterfront views of Trinity Inlet, the Cairns Esplanade and blue-green mountains beyond
- Features
- Air Conditioning
- Radio
- Phone
- Private balcony
- Bathrobe
- Bathroom Amenities
- Hair Dryer
- Internet Access
- Hair dryer
- Mini Bar
- Iron / Ironing Board
Interesting Fact
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The Great Barrier Reef is comprised of over 900 individual islands.
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Over 1500 species of tropical fish, 400 different types of coral and 200 types of birds are just some of the life forms that inhabit the reef.
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The Great Barrier Reef is classed as the single largest living organism in the world, spanning a total distance of over 2600km from the Torres Strait to Fraser Island.
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The Great Barrier Reef is a UNESCO World Heritage area and listed as one of the “Seven Natural Wonders of the World”.
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The Great Barrier Reef covers an overall area that is larger than the size of Italy.
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To be classified as a tropical rainforest, the area must receive at least 1.3 metres of rain per annum.
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The mean average rainfall in Australia’s Tropical Rainforests varies between 1.2 metres and 3 metres per annum; 60% of which falls in the summer months, December to March.
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Tropical North Queensland’s rainforests are the oldest continually surviving rainforests on earth and once covered the entire Australian continent.
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Australia’s Tropical Rainforests cover approximately 900,000 square hectares & are internationally recognised as one of the most ecologically fascinating natural areas in the world.
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The Daintree Rainforest is the largest rainforest in Australia, covering an area of about 1,200 square kilometres.
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The Daintree Rainforest was added to the World Heritage List in 1988.
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The Daintree Rainforest was named after the nineteenth-century Australian geologist and photographer, Richard Daintree.
