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Australia |
Tour Type: Coach Tour
Tour Duration: 10 Days (9 Nights)
From: Cairns to Brisbane
Tour Code: TQ10R
Operator: Travelmarvel |
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 Click Map To Enlarge Tour Description
Depart Cairns to travel south where the stunning Queensland Islands of Moreton, Fraser and Daydream awaits you. Cruise, swim and snorkel the Great Barrier Reef aboard a catamaran then finish your holiday in the Brisbane. Included Tour Highlights:
- Enjoy an included Welcome Reception at Tjapukai by Night.
- Stay in the heart of the iconic Gold Coast and walk along the golden sands of Surfers Paradise Beach
- Visit Australia Zoo, made famous by the late Crocodile Hunter, Steve Irwin
- Spend time exploring World-Heritage Listed Fraser Island
- Cruise the scenic Whitsundays
- Explore the pristine sands of stunning Whitehaven Beach in the Whitsundays
- Ride over the rainforest aboard the Kuranda Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
- Enjoy a relaxed stay in the vibrant, tropical city of Cairns
- Cruise, dive or snorkel around Green Island on the Great Barrier Reef
- Take a tour of the holiday resort town of Port Douglas
Quality Dining:
- Full Buffet Breakfasts (9) (B)
- Dinners (5) (D)
- Enjoy a special Welcome Dinner
Tour Inclusions:
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Fully trained Tour Director and Driver/Guide
- All sightseeing, tours and entrance fees as outlined in your itinerary
- All transportation by spacious luxury coach with modern amenities
- Airport transfers on the first and last day of the tour
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Day
1 |
Arrive Cairns, Port Douglas.
Be met on arrival in Cairns and head north along beautiful coastline to the holiday township of Port Douglas for a tour. Then enjoy a special Welcome Dinner at Tjapukai by Night. Stay: The Hotel Cairns (2 nights) (D) |
Day
2 |
Green Island.
Today, take a cruise to Green Island on the Great Barrier Reef to see unique coral and marine life. The afternoon is at your leisure. (B) |
Day
3 |
Atherton Tablelands, Kuranda.
Board the scenic Kuranda Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and ride above the rainforest to Kuranda. Later, visit the Atherton Tablelands. Stay: Mission Beach, Castaways Beach Resort (B/D) |
Day
4 |
Townsville, Daydream Island.
Travel from Mission Beach to Townsville for a tour of this tropical city, before transferring to Airlie Beach. From here, cruise to Daydream Island in the Whitsunday archipelago. Stay: Daydream Island (3 nights) (B/D) |
Day
5 |
Daydream Island.
Enjoy the whole day at leisure on Daydream Island. Perhaps go snorkelling, take a stroll and explore, relax by one of the many pools or enjoy a spa treatment (own expense). (B) |
Day
6 |
Whitehaven Beach.
Today you’ll visit Whitehaven Beach, an award-winning beach in the Whitsundays. Perhaps go snorkelling or participate in one of the many watersports on offer. (B) |
Day
7 |
Rockhampton.
A morning cruise takes remaining guests back to the mainland. Rejoin your coach for the journey south. Travel through sugar cane country, before arriving in the beef capital of Australia, Rockhampton. Stay: Rockhampton, Plaza Hotel (B/D) |
Day
8 |
Rockhampton, Fraser Island.
The gateway to the coast and the outback, the inland city of Rockhampton also boasts some of the best provincial gardens in Australia. Today, you’ll take a guided tour of these gardens before travelling to Fraser Island for a sensational island resort stay and tour. Stay: (Two Nights) Fraser Island, Kingfisher Bay Resort (B/D) |
Day
9 |
Fraser Island.
Enjoy a half-day tour of this beautiful island, famous for being the largest sand island in the world. This afternoon is then yours to spend at leisure relaxing or exploring the island further. (B) |
Day
10 |
Australia Zoo, Brisbane.
After exploring world-famous Australia Zoo, your tour ends in Brisbane (Airport transfers included) (B) |
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Tour Prices
Tour prices are per person. Please request a quote for tour availability. |
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| START DATE |
END DATE |
BROCHURE
(Twin Share) |
BROCHURE
(Single) |
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SAVINGS |
OUR
PRICE |
| 09 Sep 2012 |
18 Sep 2012 |
AU $2,595 |
AU $3,565 |
Save $80 |
AU $2,515 |
| 07 Oct 2012 |
16 Oct 2012 |
AU $2,595 |
AU $3,565 |
Save $80 |
AU $2,515 |
| 04 Nov 2012 |
13 Nov 2012 |
AU $2,595 |
AU $3,565 |
Save $80 |
AU $2,515 |
| 02 Dec 2012 |
11 Dec 2012 |
AU $2,595 |
AU $3,565 |
Save $80 |
AU $2,515 |
| 16 Dec 2012 |
25 Dec 2012 |
AU $2,595 |
AU $3,565 |
Save $80 |
AU $2,515 |
| 13 Jan 2013 |
22 Jan 2013 |
AU $2,595 |
AU $3,565 |
Save $80 |
AU $2,515 |
| 10 Feb 2013 |
19 Feb 2013 |
AU $2,595 |
AU $3,565 |
Save $80 |
AU $2,515 |
| 10 Mar 2013 |
19 Mar 2013 |
AU $2,595 |
AU $3,565 |
Save $80 |
AU $2,515 |
| 07 Apr 2013 |
16 Apr 2013 |
AU $2,595 |
AU $3,565 |
Save $80 |
AU $2,515 |
Note: The majority of departures above will proceed or are guaranteed to depart. We will outline the status of your departure date in your quote along with all applicable discounts and specials. |
General Information
The information below relates to this itinerary only. |
Tour Operator: APT Travelmarvel
 As a member of APT, you can think of Travelmarvel as the "everyday touring option from APT." Travelmarvel offers affordable coach touring in Australia, New Zealand, Canada & Alaska and river cruising in Europe and along the Mekong in Vietnam. When you travel with us, you will receive the great value for money touring for which Travelmarvel is known, as well as all the reassurances of travelling with a well respected and reliable tour operator.
Frequently Asked Questions
Many passengers travel with Travelmarvel on their own. This means that you will be accommodated in a single room. Alternatively, you can choose to be matched up with a person of the same gender and pay the twin price. In this instance, accommodation will be in twin-bedded rooms.
Travelmarvel will endevour to cater for all special diets and preferences. Please advise us of your dietary requirements at the time of booking and we will include the information within your booking to ensure you are catered for appropriately. Please note that in more remote locations options may be more limited.
Flights are not included in the price of Australian tour. It is best to organise your own flights once we have informed you that your tour is guaranteed to depart.
Yes, however the minimum age is 7 years on our escorted tours. When sharing with one adult, children under 15 recieve a 20% discount off the adult coach fair.
Yes Travelmarvel does have guaranteed departures. As these are always changing, Please ask your Global Journeys consultant and we will confirm the status of tour departures at time of enquiry.
Approximately 44-48 seats, but this varies depending on the style of touring.
Our clients are generally 50+, but more than age a positive attitude is important in a group situation. We have found ages to be as diverse and varied as the sites and attractions you will see on tour.
Not really, however you will need to be able to be mobile, and if not mobile, must be travelling with a companion who can assist.
We have a dedicated section on our website providing more detailed information on Travelmarvel including more FAQ's on what you need to know before, during and after your travel; as well as information on what to expect on tour, and a comprehensive search facility to enable you to easily find more of their tours. Read more> (NB: This link will take you away from this tour itinerary page).
Airport Transfer Information
Free Airport Transfers
Arrival transfers are included on Day 1 of your tour. Return transfer is included on the last day of the tour. All flight information must be given to Global Journeys 60 days prior to your departure date. If this information is not received we are unable to guarantee the transfer. If you book your own pre or post accommodation then transfers cannot be included.
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