Independent Touring Holidays - Queensland and The Barrier Reef.

5 Day Tour.

Day 1 - Cairns.
Welcomed on arrival in this colourful tropical city. The afternoon is at your leisure to explore the waterfront, parklands and shops, or relax by the hotel pool.
Four Night Stay: Cairns - Mercure Harbourside Hotel (Standard), Tradewinds Esplanade Hotel (First-Class), Shangri-La, The Marina (Deluxe).

Day 2 - Great Barrier Reef Full-Day Cruise, Buffet Lunch, Snorkelling.
Enjoy a full-day cruise by luxury catamaran to the Great Barrier Reef, one of the world's natural wonders. Opportunity to swim and snorkel amongst the colourful coral gardens and teeming tropical fish, or board the sub-sea viewer for a fascinating underwater adventure. Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch of hot and cold dishes, fresh seafood, salads and tropical fruits. Experience the beauty of the reef. A marine naturalist will be at hand to help you explore this spectacular aquatic world. (L)

Day 3 - Skyrail Cableway, Rainforestation, Dreamtime Walk, Kuranda Train.
Join the Skyrail Cableway and enjoy spectacular views over the surrounding regions and rainforest canopy. Visit Rainforestation Nature Park. See the brilliant performance of the Pamagirri Aboriginal Dancers. Ride the scenic Kuranda Train as it travels down the Macalister Range via Barron Falls to Cairns.

Day 4 - Bloomfield Track, Daintree National Park, Daintree River Cruise.
4 Day passengers depart tour after breakfast and transfer to Cairns Airport. Join our adventure tour into the wilderness of Cape Tribulation, a magnificent region which includes some of the most pristine coastline and rainforest in Australia. Follow the coastal road with views of the Coral Sea to Port Douglas, renowned for its exclusive resorts and golden palm-fringed beaches. Journey along the Bloomfield Track as your guide explains the history of the region and why conservationists have battled to prevent the building of this controversial road. Cruise through unspoilt rainforest wilderness of the Daintree River before arriving at Cape Tribulation Beach early afternoon. Time to stroll the isolated sandy beaches or experience the tangle of rainforest in this magnificent World Heritage area. (L)

Day 5 - Cairns
Morning at leisure before transfer to Cairns Airport.

Cape Tribulation Overnight Option. Tour No ICC6
You may choose to extend your stay in Daintree National Park at Cape Tribulation Resort, for another night and day. Experience the rainforest wilderness and enjoy time to savour the peace and tranquility of the World Heritage Park.

Day 6 - Free morning before returning to your Cairns hotel or transfer to Cairns Airport for flights.