​8 day Tropical Rail Adventure

Highlights​

• ​Take an unforgettable journey on the Spirit of Queensland from Brisbane to Cairns
• Discover the underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef on a semi-submersible tour
• Travel past rainforest, dramatic ravines and waterfalls on the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway
  
• Wander through the quaint village of Kuranda 
• Embark on a guided walk through the Wet Tropics World Heritage Daintree Rainforest
• Enjoy lunch in a beautiful rainforest setting
  

​Inclusions

• One way overnight travel on the Spirit of Queensland from Brisbane to Cairns – RailBed
• 1 night 4.5 star accommodation in Brisbane
  
• 5 nights 4.5 star accommodation in Cairns
• Meals as specified
• Full day Great Barrier Reef Cruise
• Full day Kuranda Scenic Railway and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Tour
• Full day Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation Tour​

Itinerary

Day 1: Brisbane

Day 2: Brisbane to Cairns (B, ​D)

After breakfast, explore the city of Brisbane at your own pace. Hop on a CityCat and cruise along the Brisbane River and take in some of Brisbane’s iconic landmarks including the Story Bridge and the Kangaroo Point Cliffs. Wander through the beautiful gardens at South Bank Parklands and stop for lunch at one of the many outdoor cafés. Join the Spirit of Queensland this afternoon and travel north overnight to Cairns.​

Day 3: Cairns (B, L)

After breakfast, sit back and relax as you watch the ever-changing landscape as the train makes its way to Tropical North Queensland. Arrive in Cairns this afternoon and make your own way to your accommodation. Stay the next five nights at Pacific Hotel Cairns.

Day 4: Great Barrier Reef (B, L)

Discover the spectacular underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef on a full day outer reef trip. Take a semi-submersible coral viewing tour and get up close and personal with the vibrant marine life. Visit the underwater observatory or just relax on the sundeck with a delicious buffet lunch.

Day 5: Kuranda (B)^

This morning, experience the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway journey to Kuranda. Take in the spectacular views as you wind your way up to the quaint village of Kuranda on this famous journey. Walk around the colourful village and browse the famous Kuranda Markets. Return to Cairns on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, gliding silently over the rainforest as you enjoy beautiful views along the way. 

​Day 6: Cairns (B)

Spend the day exploring Cairns at leisure. Discover rich history and Indigenous culture at one of the art galleries, take a dip in the sparkling Esplanade Lagoon or just relax by the hotel pool.

Day 7: Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation (B, L)

Journey north to the magnificent and untouched World Heritage listed Daintree Rainforest, the oldest living rainforest in the world. Spot crocodiles on a Daintree River cruise, take a guided boardwalk tour through the rainforest and see where the rainforest meets the reef at Cape Tribulation beach.

Day 8: Cairns (B)

Your holiday concludes this morning upon check-out from the hotel.

^Skyrail Rainforest Cableway will undergo maintenance from July to October. A coach transfer will operate from Kuranda. ​

​(B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner)​