Port Douglas & Reef Retreat
6 Day Short Break | Cairns Return
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Port Douglas & Reef Retreat
6 Day Short Break | Cairns Return
Travel period
Great Barrier Reef from Port Douglas • Cape Tribulation & Daintree Rainforest • Mossman Gorge • Kuranda Scenic Rail • Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Departs
Daily (Apr-Mar)
Returns
Morning of day 6
On arrival at Cairns Airport (flights anytime), you’ll be transferred to your resort.
Please note: Airport transfers are an additional cost. Please contact us for more details.
Hotel: Oaks Resort Port Douglas, 2 nights.
Enjoy a guided walk at Mossman Gorge and then cruise on the Daintree River, to spot wildlife and unique plants. Enjoy lunch in a rainforest setting and take a walk on Cape Tribulation Beach. Wind through the rainforest of the Alexandra Range to a lookout for views out to the Coral Sea.
Included Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
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. Dive, snorkel or just stay dry and explore the stunning reef from the comfort of a semi-submersible craft. Watch the fish feeding from a unique underwater viewing platform and enjoy a tropical buffet lunch before heading to Cairns for the next 3 nights.
Hotel: Pacific Hotel Cairns or Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort, 3 nights.
Included Meals: Lunch
On arrival at Freshwater Station, board the Kuranda Scenic Rail for the journey to enjoy breathtaking views across the cane fields of Cairns, to the tropical rainforest of Kuranda. Wind through hand-hewn tunnels, across bridges and curves, all the time appreciating what an amazing engineering feat it is. In Kuranda, it’s time to explore this fascinating village. Later, board the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway for your 7.5km journey over and through World Heritage protected rainforest to Smithfield. This iconic experience showcases ancient rainforest and spectacular views with time at both Red Peak and Barron Falls Stations for education and interpretation.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Relax and unwind or explore and discover many hidden gems.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Your Short Break concludes this morning. Make your own way to Cairns Airport (flights anytime).
Included Meals: Breakfast
Please note: Airport transfers are an additional cost. Please contact us for more details.
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.
Oaks Resort Port Douglas
You'll be welcomed by an inspiring open-spaced setting with a contemporary yet quirky tropical feel.
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Centrally located in the heart of Cairns the multi award winning Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort is situated on 5 acres of tropical gardens and has the largest lagoon style pool in the City Centre, complete with its own white sandy beach and swim up bar. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort is within walking distance of the Esplanade, Reef Terminal & Marina, Night Markets and Reef Casino.
Please Note: The Novotel Cairns Oasis will be undergoing refurbishment between 11 June - 31 January 2019. Novotel Cairns Oasis will be working to ensure there is little to no disturbance to its operation and guests, however services may be relocated to alternative areas of the hotel if needed.
Oaks Resort Port Douglas
You'll be welcomed by an inspiring open-spaced setting with a contemporary yet quirky tropical feel.
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Pacific Hotel Cairns is centrally located on the picturesque Cairns Esplanade overlooking Trinity Harbour and the Reef Fleet Terminal, the main departure point to the Great Barrier Reef in Cairns. Opposite the main shopping precinct, casino and the new restaurant area, the Pacific is also a short walk to the Esplanade Lagoon with waterside boardwalks and parklands.
Need accommodation before or after your tour?
Our special discounted rates make booking accommodation with us during your holiday both easy and affordable at selected AAT Kings hotels and resorts. Find out more
- Accommodation
- Snorkel equipment provided for Great Barrier Reef Cruise
- Experienced Driver Guide
- Comprehensive commentary
- Travel in an air-conditioned coach
Prices above may vary according to your departure date. This tour is operated by our partners at Down Under Tours & Quicksilver Group.
What to Bring
- Enclosed walking shoes
- Sunglasses, hat, sunscreen
- Water bottle
- Warm layers in cooler months
- Swimmers & towel (if swimming)
Fitness Requirements
- Low level of fitness required
Dining
- Breakfast (4)
- Lunch (2)
Flight Information
- Day 1: Flights to arrive anytime into Cairns Airport
- Day 6: Flights to depart anytime from Cairns Airport
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