Overview
4 Days
Cairns
Cairns
Short Break
3 - 4.5 Star
Affordable
5-99 Years
48
Locally Guided
Itinerary
On arrival at Cairns Airport, make your own way to your hotel (flights anytime). The rest of the day is at leisure. Stay: Flynn, A Crystalbrook Collection Resort
Make your way to Cairns Marina and embark on a unique outer Great Barrier Reef cruise. Enjoy a full day exploring the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef. The catamaran docks alongside a floating pontoon, stationed in a natural lagoon fringed with beautiful coral at Moore Reef.
With clear water, colourful coral, abundant fish life and friendly resident turtles and Maori wrasse, Moore Reef is the ultimate destination to experience all that the outer reef has to offer. Swimmers of all abilities can snorkel in the natural lagoon (snorkelling equipment provided) or stay dry with our semi-submersible and glass bottom boat tours. You can also visit the underwater observatory to discover the world's most impressive natural fish tank and get up close and personal with marine life in the touch tank presentations.
Enjoy fun-filled moments in the enclosed ocean pool or experience the thrill of swirling down the 30-metre spiral waterslide into the tropical ocean. A trained lifeguard is always on watch from an elevated lifeguard station, and there's easy entry to the water from two snorkel platforms. Enjoy a tropical-inspired buffet lunch on the water before returning to Cairns. (B/L)
Your day begins with a transfer to the historic Freshwater Station and the famous Kuranda Scenic Rail journey. Sit back, relax and take in the spectacular views as you wind your way up to quaint village of Kuranda, with breathtaking views of the mountain ranges tropical rainforest and across the rocky Barron Gorge and waterfalls. Winding around curves, across bridges and through hand-hewn tunnels, this amazing engineering feat is a tribute to our pioneers.
In Kuranda, explore the village, full of colourful and interesting arts and crafts. You might also like to visit Birdworld, the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary or Kuranda Koala Gardens (all own expense).
Later, board the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway for your return journey, gliding silently over and through the World Heritage listed Tropical Rainforest, enjoying beautiful views along the way. Explore this ancient environment at Red Peak and Barron Falls Station, including the Rainforest Discovery Zone and The Edge Lookout.
Upon arrival at Smithfield Station, board your coach back to your accommodation. (B)
Your Short Break concludes this morning after breakfast. Make your own way to Cairns Airport (flights anytime). (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Great Barrier Reef
- Skyrail Cableway
- Kuranda Scenic Railway
- Accommodation
- Snorkel equipment provided for Great Barrier Reef Cruise
- Experienced Driver Guide
- Comprehensive commentary
- Travel in an air-conditioned coach
- 3 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Lunch (L)
- Swimmers & towel (if swimming)
- Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat
- Water bottle
- Enclosed walking shoes
- Warm layers in cooler months
- Day 1: Flights to arrive anytime into Cairns Airport
- Day 4: Flights to depart anytime from Cairns Airport
- Airport to Hotel transfers are available to purchase on request.
- Low level of fitness required
- Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
Operator
At AAT Kings, our on-road staff are best in class. Our Travel Directors, Driver Guides and Drivers are hand-picked for their passion, experience, and enthusiasm for the spectacular countries we live in. There is truly no one better to share with you the best destinations across Australia and New Zealand. We have been perfecting our itineraries and products for over 100 years, so the benefits gained from travelling with us are unrivalled. With over 150 expertly crafted holiday itineraries to choose from, we offer something for everyone.
Short Breaks are ideal for those craving an Aussie getaway when you don't have weeks to spare. Lasting 2 to 5 days, these trips showcase iconic sights, local culture, and the chance to meet new people. Some journeys keep the same group throughout, while others introduce fresh faces each day. Guided by expert Travel Directors and Driver Guides, you’ll discover hidden gems and authentic experiences, and relax knowing we’ve taken care of everything.
Trip Reviews (4)
Global Journeys organisation and contact was first class, prior to and during the holiday, as it has been on previous holidays we booked with them. This holiday was not a tour as such - like read more the trips we have previously booked with Global Journeys. It could easily have been booked as separate excursions out of Cairns. Maybe there would also have been a cost savings if the holiday had been organised by us, this way. Perhaps Global Journeys management should look closer at 'holiday partnerships' with other companies, as in this case AAT Kings let the side down somewhat. Yvonne Brooks was extremely helpful, prior to, and during the holiday, in handling any queries that we did have, due to the lack of contact by AAT Kings.
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