Overview
Short Break
3.5 - 4 Star
Affordable
4-99 Years
48
Locally Guided
CCWD
Itinerary
Journey through the World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest to Cooktown. Highlights include a 1-hour wildlife cruise on the Daintree River, lunch in a rainforest setting, and a guided rainforest walk at the Marrdja Boardwalk. Visit the iconic Cape Tribulation Beach then head along the famous 4WD-only Bloomfield Track. Continue to Cooktown where there is time to relax before a 'Welcome to Cooktown' dinner.
Delve into the rich cultural history of Cooktown on a guided town tour. See the original anchor from the HMS Endeavour at the Cooktown Museum. Visit Cooktown Cemetery and the National Trust Listed site of Reconciliation Rocks, which marks the first recorded act of reconciliation between our First Nations people and the early European settlers, before a stroll through the historic Cooktown Botanic Gardens.
Travel through the outback to Cairns with stops at Black Mountain, Byerstown Lookout & the Palmer River Roadhouse. Marvel at the beauty of the outback savannah country, and view giant termite mounds. Enjoy lunch at Skybury Coffee Plantation - Australia's oldest coffee plantation, before visiting Din Din (Barron Falls) Lookout in the Kuranda National Park. Your final stop is at Cattana Wetlands for a guided walk in this beautiful environmental park before returning to Cairns, Northern Beaches and Port Douglas.
Trip Inclusions
- Daintree River Cruise
- World Heritage Daintree National Park
- Marrdga Botanical Walk
- 4WD only Bloomfield Track
- Guided town tour of Cooktown
- Cooktown Cemetery
- James Cook Historical Museum
- Grassy Hill Lookout
- Guided walk through the historical Botanic Gardens
- Black Mountain & Byerstown Lookouts and Roadhouse
- Skybury Coffee Plantation
- Din Din – Barron Falls Lookout
- Cattana Wetlands
- Comfortable resort-style accommodation
- Experienced Travel Director/Driver Guide
- Comprehensive commentary
- Travel in an air-conditioned coach
- 2 Lunches (L)
- 1 Dinner (D)
- 2 Breakfasts (B)
- Water bottle
- Small overnight bag (Strictly 1 suitcase only)
- Enclosed walking shoes
- Warm layers in cooler months
- Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat
- Day Prior: Flights to arrive anytime into Cairns airport
- Day 3: Flights to depart the day after from Cairns airport
- Return Airport to Hotel transfers are not included in the tour price.
- Flights to and from your tour are not included in the tour price.
- A general level of mobility & fitness is required to join this tour.
- The 4WD Coach used for our Cooktown Tour has several steps on entry and passengers will need to board and disembark from the vehicle several times through out the day.
- Walks included are all considered easy and are less than 1klm in length. The terrain through out this tour features uneven surfaces and step hills and is not suitable for mobility impaired guests.
- 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.
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AAT Kings Australia & New Zealand (2025-26)
Prices & Dates
There are currently no departures available on this trip. Either it's the end of the season and new departures will be released shortly, or this itinerary has been changed and is not operating this season. Feel free to contact us for information about when next seasons dates will be released or click here to view general release dates for all destinations.
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