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Depart Sydney this morning from Central Railway Station and begin heading towards Coffs Harbour. Pass through Port Macquarie and Kempsey before arriving into Coffs Harbour mid this afternoon. We spend the night at the luxurious Novotel Pacific Bay Resort.
This morning enjoy an early stroll along the beach before departing for the Gold Coast. Today we pass through Grafton and Ballina before arriving in Byron Bay. Enjoy a stroll to the Cape Byron Lighthouse, the most Easterly point on the Australian mainland. We depart Byron Bay and enter the Sunshine State to arrive on the Gold Coast late this afternoon. We spend the night at the luxurious Crowne Plaza Hotel.
This morning we depart the Gold Coast en route to Hervey Bay. We pass through the Sunshine Coast and visit the exclusive seaside village of Noosa.
This afternoon enjoy a ferry transfer from Hervey Bay to Fraser Island and spend the next 2 nights at the Kingfisher Bay Resort.
Today enjoy a full day 4WD tour of Fraser Island. Travel along 75 Mile Beach to the coloured sands of the Pinnacles and visit the Maheno Shipwreck. Also visit Fraser Island's most beautiful lake - Lake McKenzie. Enjoy a swim in the clear blue water surrounded by pristine white beaches. Stop for a swim at Eli Creek and tour through the rainforest on Fraser Island before returning to the resort mid-afternoon.
This morning catch the ferry back across to the mainland and begin travelling further north to Rockhampton. Visit Gladstone en route before arriving in Rockhampton mid this afternoon. After a brief town tour we head towards the coast for our overnight stay at the luxurious Rydges Capricorn Resort, set on 20km of secluded coral reef coastline. The resort is located approximately half an hour out of Rockhampton near Yeppoon.
This morning we depart Rockhampton and head north to Mackay and on to Proserpine. From Proserpine we head towards the coast to Airlie Beach and Shute Harbour. This afternoon we board our launch service across to the exclusive Hayman Island. As a member of 'The Leading Hotels of the World', Hayman Island is the most luxurious and renowned island in the Whitsundays.
Enjoy 2 nights on Hayman in your Lagoon room with spacious balconies. Enjoy some pre-dinner drinks in the beach pavilion before indulging in one of the several resort restaurants.
This morning enjoy waking up to an absolute paradise. After breakfast on the beachfront you may wish to take advantage of some of the complimentary activities on the island. Enjoy taking a small catamaran for a sail, learn to windsurf or simply relax in the magnificent surrounds. There are also several bushwalks with rewarding views over the Whitsundays.
Alternatively, there is a long list of activities that can be enjoyed at your own cost. Among the finest may be a helicopter flight to Whitehaven Beach, a full body treatment in Spa Chakra, or a snorkelling cruise to the reef. A full list will be made available to you on tour so that any activities can be pre-booked for your convenience.
This evening enjoy another fine dining experience in a different restaurant on the island.
This morning we cruise back across to Shute Harbour on the mainland. From here travel back to Proserpine and further north to Townsville. Regarded as the capital of North Queensland, Townsville has a regional population of around 160,000. Enjoy a tour around town and some lunch along 'The Strand', before taking a cruise across Cleveland Bay to Magnetic Island. Enjoy a tour of the island and explore the sights and beaches including Arcadia Bay, with time to enjoy this idyllic location. We return to Townsville to check-in to the Jupiters Townsville. Dinner tonight will be in Essence, one of Townsville's best dining experiences.
Today we depart Townsville and travel north through the towns of Ingham, Tully and Cardwell. At Innisfail we head into the Atherton Tablelands for a visit to the Millaa Millaa Falls. This afternoon continue on to Mareeba, Mt Molloy, Mossman and Port Douglas. We arrive at Peppers Beach Club late this afternoon where we will spend the next 2 nights. For dinner this evening we step into the rainforest at night for the unique 'Flames of the Forest' dining experience, located a short drive out of town.
This morning we make our way to the Marina Mirage where we board the Quicksilver 'Wavedancer' Catamaran. Enjoy an informative talk by a marine biologist before heading out for the blue waters of the Low Isles in the Coral Sea.
Set like a jewel in a Great Barrier Reef Lagoon, Low Isles is an idyllic and unspoilt coral island. The clear and calm lagoon waters are ideal for snorkelling and swimming. Visitors are limited to protect the reef's ecology, so the whole of this beautiful, palm fringed island beach is yours to explore and enjoy!
Late this afternoon we return to Port Douglas, where we are transferred back to Peppers Beach Club for our second and final night.
This morning enjoy some free time in Port Douglas before heading up to the Daintree River for a 1-hour cruise with an expert guide who will share their intricate knowledge of the local ecosystem. Enjoy lunch after the cruise before returning to Cairns. We check-in to the 5-star Shangri-La Hotel for the final night of our tour. Enjoy a farewell dinner in North Food & Wine Restaurant overlooking the water.
This morning enjoy free time in Cairns before being transferred to the airport for your return flights home. Bon Voyage!
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| Accommodation Type | |
|---|---|
| Bed & Breakfast (Twin/Double) | $215.00 |
| Room Only | $175.00 |
| Bed & Breakfast (Single) | $195.00 |
| Accommodation Type | |
|---|---|
| Bed & Breakfast (Twin/Double) | $272.00 |
| Room Only | $240.00 |
| Bed & Breakfast (Single) | $256.00 |
Visit the village in the rainforest using the award winning Kauranda Skyrail and Scenic Railway. The Skyrail Gondola ride is a spectacular journey along the top of the pristine rainforest. Enjoy the scenic rail journey back to Cairns. Cost: From $120 per person.
Set sail aboard modern and spacious catamarans out to the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. Enjoy a full day to explore the reef sand island, Michaelmas Cay and it's surrounding underwater wonderland. Includes lunch and use of snorkelling equipment. Diving options available. Cost: From $207 per person.
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Save hundreds of dollars off your tour fare with our Smart Savings. Maximum saving is $500 per person
Save $125pp for each previous tour taken with Outback Spirit in the last 5 years
Save $100pp for groups of 4-7 passengers. Please enquire for larger groups
*All passengers must book at the same time to receive this saving
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