Our tropical adventure begins with our flight from Sydney to Cairns. On arrival, we transfer to the Cairns Botanic Gardens, renowned for its impressive collection of tropical plants. Enjoy lunch at the café and time to wander through the gardens before we travel north along the coast to Port Douglas.

After checking into the Oaks Resort Port Douglas, we head out for a wonderful introduction to the region aboard the Lady Douglas. Sit back and enjoy a relaxing sunset cruise with a drink and snack as we take in the tropical surroundings from the water. We return to the resort before gathering for dinner.

Accommodation: Oaks Resort Port Douglas
Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Following breakfast, we depart for magnificent Mossman Gorge, part of the ancient Daintree Rainforest. From the Mossman Gorge Cultural Centre, a shuttle takes us to the walking area where there is time to experience the lush rainforest, impressive granite boulders and beautiful waterways.

Returning to Port Douglas around midday, the afternoon is yours to enjoy. Choose your own lunch and spend some time exploring the shops and cafés of Macrossan Street, wander around town or simply return to the resort and relax by the pool.

Accommodation: Oaks Resort Port Douglas
Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast we leave Port Douglas and travel to Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures at Wangetti. Enjoy time discovering this fascinating wildlife attraction and learning more about some of Australia’s most famous native animals.

We then continue to beautiful Palm Cove, where lunch is enjoyed at the Surf Club. Afterwards, there is free time to enjoy the relaxed beachfront atmosphere before continuing to Cairns. We take in some city sights before checking into the Shangri La Cairns, our base for the next four nights. Tonight we come together for dinner.

Accommodation: Shangri La Cairns
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today brings one of Far North Queensland’s most memorable experiences. After breakfast we travel to Freshwater Station to board the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway. Sit back as the train winds its way through spectacular rainforest, past waterfalls and across impressive bridges on its journey into the mountains.

On arrival in Kuranda, enjoy time to explore the village and choose your own lunch before visiting the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, home to an extraordinary collection of colourful tropical butterflies.

This afternoon we experience another perspective of the rainforest aboard the spectacular Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, travelling above the ancient canopy to Smithfield. We then transfer back to our hotel and enjoy dinner together.

Accommodation: Shangri La Cairns
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Today has deliberately been left free, giving you the opportunity to enjoy Cairns at your own pace. Relax by the resort pool, browse the shops and galleries, stroll along the Cairns Esplanade or perhaps arrange an optional excursion.

Those looking for another adventure may choose a cruise to the Outer Barrier Reef. In the evening, you may also like to explore the Cairns Night Markets or enjoy dinner overlooking the waterfront.

Today’s activities and meals are at your own expense, allowing you the freedom to create the day that suits you.

Accommodation: Shangri La Cairns
Meals: No included meals

Following breakfast, we leave Cairns and travel via the Gillies Highway into the beautiful Atherton Tablelands, passing through Gordonvale and Goldsborough.

Our first stop is Lake Barrine Tea House before continuing to the charming village of Yungaburra, where there is time to wander and explore. We then visit the remarkable Curtain Fig Tree, one of the Tablelands’ most distinctive natural attractions.

Continuing through the lush countryside, we visit picturesque Millaa Millaa Falls before arriving at Mungalli Creek Dairy for lunch and a tour. Our return journey to Cairns takes us along the Palmerston Highway and through Innisfail. After arriving back at the hotel, we enjoy dinner together.

Accommodation: Shangri La Cairns
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After our final breakfast, we check out of the hotel and visit the Cairns Aquarium, where there is time to explore the fascinating marine and freshwater environments of Tropical North Queensland.

We then travel to Yorkeys Knob Boating Club for lunch, providing a relaxing conclusion to our Far North Queensland holiday.

After lunch, we transfer to Cairns Airport for our return flight to Sydney. On arrival, our transfer service completes our journey home, bringing to an end seven wonderful days of tropical scenery, wildlife, rainforest and memorable experiences.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch