Your holiday itinerary (ex Perth, Western Australia)

Day 1. Perth to Cairns (D)
We collect you from home for your flight to Cairns, upon arrival into Cairns, we transfer you to your hotel for the evening.
Overnight: Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort, Cairns

Day 2. Exploring Cairns (BLD)
Awaken in the heart of tropical North Queensland and embark on a day of discovery in Cairns. Start with a guided walking tour that brings the city’s rich history to life through fascinating stories, stunning architecture, vibrant art, and iconic landmarks. Enjoy a relaxing group lunch before visiting the Cairns Aquarium, where you'll explore the remarkable biodiversity of two adjoining World Heritage Listed areas—the Wet Tropics and the Great Barrier Reef. Next, immerse yourself in the tropical haven of Flecker Botanic Gardens, home to an extraordinary collection of tropical plants, including some of the rarest species on Earth. Established in 1886, the gardens are renowned as one of the finest tropical plant exhibitions in Australia. On your guided tour, wander past babbling brooks, ornate bridges, and lush vegetation. Dinner is served at the hotel, and for those still eager to explore, a walk to the vibrant Cairns Night Markets is a perfect way to end the evening. Overnight: Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort, Cairns

Day 3. Rainforest, railways and dinner cruise (BD)
Today explore the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway, built over 100 years ago, providing a spectacular scenic route between Cairns and Kuranda. Wind your way past mountainous walls of the Barron Gorge National Park, through solid granite rock tunnels and tumbling rainforest waterfalls. Upon arrival in Kuranda, immerse yourself in the lush greenery of the “village in a rainforest”. Then join in for an amazing gondola experience above the Wet Tropics rainforest for the return journey to Cairns. This evening, relax into paradise with a harbour dinner cruise. Overnight: Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort, Cairns

Day 4. Spirit of Queensland (BD)
Today, board the train and settle into your premium seating for the full-day journey from Cairns to Townsville. Offering personal entertainment systems and premium leather seating, you can choose to sit back and enjoy on-board entertainment or gaze out of your window at the rural and coastal scenery. Overnight: The Ville, Townsville

Day 5. Magnetic Island (BD)
This morning, we whisk you away via a passenger ferry for the short journey to the beautiful Magnetic Island. Join local guides to see incredible landscapes and learn of the abundant wildlife in this exquisite island paradise. By afternoon, return to Townsville for an evening of retreat in your hotel. Overnight: The Ville, Townsville

Day 6. Townsville and Spirit of Queensland (BLD)
Deep dive into Townsville with an orientation tour followed by a visit to the Museum of Tropical Queensland. Here you will uncover Queensland's pristine rainforests and the magnificence of the underworld, The Great Barrier Reef. After lunch in Townsville, we board the Spirit of Queensland for your journey to the Whitsundays. Relax throughout the afternoon aboard, taking in the passing landscape, and savour an indulgent dinner as you continue your journey. Overnight: Coral Sea Resort, Airlie Beach

Day 7. Airlie Beach (BLD)
Today, your local tour operator will take you to discover Cedar Creek Falls, pack your bathers if you are game enough to have a swim! Journey past endless sugar cane fields on the way to Hydeaway Bay and Dingo Beach before lunch. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure by the resort or explore the town centre of the incredible Airlie Beach. Overnight: Coral Sea Resort, Airlie Beach

Day 8. Hamilton Island (BD)
Immerse yourself in the many islands of the Whitsundays, before arriving at world-famous Hamilton Island. The afternoon is at your leisure to explore the island and to enjoy its many activities (at own expense). Tonight, we will gather to enjoy a delightful dinner at the resort. Overnight: Reef View Hotel, Hamilton Island 

Day 9. The Whitsundays (BD)
Another day of leisure because island living is one of leisure. Choose between exploring the Great Barrier Reef, snorkelling, a helicopter ride (at own expense) or relax on Hamilton Island. After a day of incredible Island life, we come together for a farewell dinner at the Pool Terrace. Overnight: Reef View Hotel, Hamilton Island

Day 10. Hamilton Island to Perth (B)
Transfer to the Hamilton Island Airport for your flight to Perth via Brisbane. Upon arrival into Perth, we will see you safely home.

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