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10 Day Barrier Reef Discovery
Coach Coach Tour starting in Brisbane and finishing in Cairns
Countries Visited: Australia 
Tour Type: Coach Tour
Tour Duration: 10 Days (9 Nights)
From: Brisbane to Cairns
Tour Code: QUBC
Operator: AAT Kings
from AU $2,849 pp
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Tour Description

Take delight in Fraser & Daydream Islands Resorts, Cairns & the beautiful Queensland coast from Brisbane to Port Douglas on this escorted 10 day coach tour. Travel by 4WD on the sand dunes of Fraser, enjoy free time in Noosa, relax on Mission Beach, cruise on the Great Barrier Reef for a day of spectacular marine life and discover the Atherton Tablelands and Millaa Millaa Falls on your journey to Cairns.

Tour Inclusions:

  • Welcome Drink
  • Full Buffet Breakfasts (9) (B)
  • Lunch (2) (L)
  • You Are Invlited Dinner (1) (D)
  • Hotel Dinners (4) (D)
  • Travel Wallet & Map
  • Airport Transfers (Day 1 - Flights to arrive prior to 12.00pm into Brisbane. Day 10 - Flights anytime from Cairns.)

Included Tour Highlights:

  • See the sights of Brisbane
  • Stay 2 nights in Noosa, with a free day to relax & explore
  • Join a full day 4WD tour to Fraser Island
  • Stop for breakfast with the animals at Billabong Sanctuary
  • Stay on tropical Daydream Island in the Whitsundays
  • Historic Langmorn Station
  • Visit Millaa Millaa Falls and the Curtain Fig Tree
  • Tour through the Atherton Tablelands
  • Stay in tropical Cairns for 2 nights
  • Discover the spectacular Great Barrier Reef on a full day cruise

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Day
1
Brisbane – Noosa
This afternoon travel into Brisbane for an orientation tour and opal demonstration. Later we travel to Noosa on the Sunshine Coast. Stay: The French Quarter, Noosa (2 nights) (B)
Day
2
Noosa ‘Free Time’
Take time out to discover Noosa for yourself. Swim at Noosa Main Beach or venture a little further with an easy walk along the headland through to Noosa National Park. If you’re feeling adventurous, you could take a boat ride through the Noosa Everglades. Pristine beaches, lakes, wetlands, mangroves and diverse flora and fauna are among the spectacular scenery you’ll witness. (B)
Day
3
Fraser Island – Hervey Bay
A day of discovery lies ahead as you explore the wonders of World Heritage listed Fraser Island. Your 4WD tour will visit Rainbow Beach coloured sands before heading across by ferry or barge to Fraser Island. Walk through the ancient rainforest at Central Station with its huge satinay, scribbly gum and kauri trees. Visit Lake McKenzie, ringed with magnificent white sandy beaches. Enjoy a delicious barbecue lunch you transfer by ferry to the mainland for your overnight stay at Hervey Bay. Stay: Mantra, Hervey Bay (B/L/D)
Day
4
Hervey Bay – Rockhampton
Today you’ll journey to the beef capital of Australia. En route, stop at Langmorn Station, a fully operational cattle station. Enjoy afternoon tea at the homestead, a restored ‘Queenslander’ built in 1873. Cross the tropic of Capricorn and continue to Rockhampton, on the Fitzroy River. Stay: Travelodge, Rockhampton (B/D)
Day
5
Rockhampton – Daydream Island
Travel north through Mackay, Australia’s sugar capital, before continuing to Airlie Beach, a gateway to the Whitsunday Islands. At Airlie Beach we take a ferry across to Daydream Island in the heart of the spectacular Great Barrier Reef. Stay: Daydream Island Resort & Spa, Daydream Island, Ocean Balcony Rooms (2 nights) (B/D)
Day
6
Daydream Island ‘Free Time’
A day at leisure to explore Daydream Island. There are sailboarding and catamaran classes. You have the opportunity to take a rainforest walk, play beach volleyball, tennis, water polo or you could go snorkelling or kayaking. Perhaps just laze by one of the pools or on a beach or replenish your body and soul at the Daydream Rejuvenation Spa. (B)
Day
7
Mission Beach
Today’s journey takes you to Townsville, where you’ll have time for a stroll along the Strand then it’s on to Mission Beach in Tropical North Queensland. Stay: Castaways Resort & Spa, Mission Beach (B/D)
Day
8
Mission Beach - Cairns
Climb the high tropical plateau known as the Atherton Tablelands, where lush rainforests, waterfalls and lakes abound. Our first stop is the Mamu Rainforest Canopy Walkway. Elevated walkways, a cantilever and observation tower offers you the exhilarating experience of being high in the rainforest canopy and provides spectacular panoramic views of World Heritage rainforest landscapes. Later, visit Millaa Millaa Falls and the famous Curtain Fig Tree. Your final destination today is Cairns. Late this afternoon after checking into your hotel explore the Cairns Botanic Gardens before a short stroll to historic Whitfeld House. You are invited by Joy and Henry Glennie to an exclusive barbecue at their restored Federation-style mansion located in a magnificent tropical garden setting. Stay: Novotel Oasis Cairns, Cairns (2 nights) (B/D)
Day
9
Great Barrier Reef
Join a high speed catamaran and cruise out to the Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy a reef education presentation and view the spectacular coral and tropical fish from the underwater observatory and the semi-submersible craft. There is the opportunity to go snorkelling and view this natural living wonder up-close (equipment provided). Enjoy a tropical buffet lunch before you return to Cairns. (B/L)
Day
10

Depart Cairns
Your tour concludes today after breakfast. Make the most of your stay in this tropical city before being transferred to Cairns Airport for your onward flight. You could ride on Kuranda Railway taking you through the scenic countryside behind Cairns to the village of Kuranda with time to stroll through the market. Then return to the lowlands by the Skyrail Cableway above the Barron Gorge National Park, a beautiful experience. Visit the award-winning Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park to experience the History, Creation and Dance Theatres, where the legends of the Dreamtime are brought to life. Or perhaps take a day trip to Cape Tribulation and the Daintree National Park. Ask us about additional nights’ accommodation. (B)

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Yes, AAT Kings have one of the newest coach fleets in Australia. Their modern and luxurious Mercedes Benz and Scania coaches are equipped with air conditioning, reclining seats, seatbelts, restrooms, two door access, ample legroom and large panoramic windows, so you won't miss a thing.

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This depends on the touring style you are booking. Short Break bookings will receive e-documentation. If you are booking an AAT Kings escorted tour (Premium, Cost Saver, Explorer or Camping) you will receive paper documents in a complimentary leather travel wallet as well as luggage labels and a useful booklet containing valuable holiday information. You will also receive a map of the region you are visiting when you get on tour.

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What is the difference between the different tour types?

To suit all different holiday styles AAT Kings offer a range of different touring types.

  • Premium tours are guided by a Tour Director and Driver and include more luxurious accommodation and facilities, more meals and exclusive dining experiences as well as extra sightseeing and cultural highlights.
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  • Explorer tours are run in our luxury mini-coach vehicles and average around 20 travellers. These active itineraries explore less accessible locations, stay in a mix of Premium tour standard accommodation and character-filled boutiques and are escorted by a dedicated Driver guide.
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Who travels on AAT Kings Queensland tours?

With such a diverse range of destinations and touring styles there is no set age or type who travel with AAT, you can expect a wide-range of like-minded travellers. Families with children, young couples, baby boomers, solo travellers, small groups and more can be found on our Guided tours. There is certainly no age limit for touring, with children as young as 6 through to seniors travelling, however, the general demographic tends to be over 40. As AAT Kings is sold internationally you will also find that there are people from all over the world on their tours, particularly North Americans, British, Europeans and many Asian nations.

How many other people will I be travelling with?

Depending on the tour you choose and the time of year you are travelling our group sizes can vary from fewer than 21 people up to 50 people, so there is a great opportunity to mingle and make new friends.

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While it’s not compulsory in Australia or New Zealand, tipping is becoming an increasingly accepted practice in all areas of the service industry, but particularly in restaurants, bars and taxis. Likewise on your AAT Kings tour, if you feel that your Tour Director, Driver, Driver guide or Private cook has done an excellent job, then we would recommend tipping up to the equivalent of AU $5 per day. However, it’s not compulsory. It is up to you!

What options do I have if I am travelling alone?

The beauty of travelling with AAT Kings is that you won't be travelling alone. You'll have a group of like-minded travellers and soon to be friends to share in the experience with. They also offer a room matching service on all Guided tours (not applicable on Explorer or Short Breaks) so you don't have to pay a single room supplement. AAT Kings room matching service means they will work to match you with another solo traveller of the same sex but if they can't they will provide a single room at no extra cost.

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Airport Transfer Information

Free Airport Transfers

AAT Kings offers a hotel or airport transfer at the start and end of your tour, or in-conjunction with pre or post accommodation booked with Global Journeys & AAT Kings. All flight information must be given to Global Journeys at least 6 weeks prior to departure so that transfers can be booked. If you book your own pre or post accommodation then transfers cannot be included.

AAT Kings Short Breaks in the Northern Territory only include airport transfers in Ayers Rock (these meet all incoming flights and leave Ayers Rock 2 hours prior to your departure flight time). In Alice Springs and Darwin they have a range of transfer options negotiated at competitive prices.


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