✓ Travel with AAT Kings
✓ Arrival and departure transfers with guide assistance
✓ 11 nights accommodation
✓ Meals: 17 as per itinerary
✓ Group size: 50 maximum
✓ 1 English speaking tour leader – Will accompany the group throughout
✓ All accommodation as listed
✓ All entrance fees to the sites listed (except optionals)
✓ All activities listed in the itinerary unless a paid optional
✓ Comfortable, dedicated private transportation throughout
12 Day East Coast Islands And Rainforest
✓ Travel with AAT Kings
✓ Arrival and departure transfers with guide assistance
✓ 11 nights accommodation
✓ Meals: 17 as per itinerary
✓ Group size: 50 maximum
✓ 1 English speaking tour leader – Will accompany the group throughout
✓ All accommodation as listed
✓ All entrance fees to the sites listed (except optionals)
✓ All activities listed in the itinerary unless a paid optional
✓ Comfortable, dedicated private transportation throughout
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Travelling with Inspiring Vacations allows you to explore the wonders of the world in a variety of different ways. We have partnered with a worldwide network of local travel experts to bring you culturally unique and delightfully unforgettable travel experiences. Whether it is meandering through narrow canyons by rail, cruising the idyllic waters of the Mediterranean or touring through the backroads of provincial towns, Inspiring Vacations trips offer amazing value and will leave you inspired.
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Start discovering the landscapes of Australia’s east coast as you travel northward to the coastal town of Coffs Harbour. The East Coast tour begins at 7.30 am, so be sure to arrive the day prior.
From your accommodation nestled amongst sprawling tropical gardens, you’ll have the opportunity to wander down to Little Diggers Beach and Diggers Head.
Enjoy the early evening sea breeze just like the locals do. Tonight enjoy a Welcome Reception and dinner with your Travel Director.
Journey to Cape Byron Lighthouse for superb views from Australia’s eastern-most point over the Pacific Ocean.
Afterwards spend time discovering the relaxed bohemian vibe of Byron Bay. For lunch we recommend fresh fish and chips on the beach, there’s nothing more Australian.
Continue to the famous holiday destination, the Gold Coast.
Today you have the freedom to enjoy the Gold Coast in your own style. Nature lovers may head to Mt. Tamborine, foodies explore the growing culinary culture or those needing relaxation just stroll down to the sand and salt of Surfers Paradise Beach.
This morning visit Australia Zoo made famous by the Crocodile Hunter, the late Steve Irwin and his family.
Enjoy a sneak peek into the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital and see how AAT Kings works with the Wildlife Warriors to support the koala rehabilitation project at the hospital, the country’s largest and busiest wildlife facility.
This afternoon the ferry will take you across to the World Heritage listed K’gari, also known as Fraser Island.
A day of discovery lies ahead as your 4WD tour takes you for a ride around the island’s must-see sites. Visit Lake McKenzie, ringed with magnificent white sandy beaches.
Walk through the ancient rainforest at Central Station and Wanggoolba Creek with its huge satiny, scribbly gum and kauri trees.
Across the island to 75 Mile Beach, the sand highway will take you up the eastern coast to the Pinnacles Coloured Sands; cooling, calm waters of Eli Creek and the famous sinking Maheno Shipwreck.
Visit Langmorn Station, a fully operational family run cattle station.
Meet the Creed family and take a guided tour of the property including the original family homestead, built in 1873.
Enjoy afternoon tea in the garden in the company of the pet kangaroo! Cross the Tropic of Capricorn as you arrive in Rockhampton, the beef capital of Australia.
Your night is free so why not try some local beef at one of the town's steakhouses.
Travel north to Sarina today for a guided tour of its unique miniature sugar mill and distillery.
At Airlie Beach you’ll catch the ferry to Hamilton Island, one of 74 tropical islands that make up the Whitsunday group in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef.
The spectacular island boasts pristine beaches and a kaleidoscope of coral and marine life.
Today is yours to indulge in your own pleasures – consider an optional experience.
Perhaps cruise to famous Whitehaven Beach, take a scenic flight over the iconic Heart Reef or sit back with a good book by one of the resort’s stunning pools.
The whitest sand in the Whitsundays is found on the magical Whitehaven Beach.
This half day tour has you boarding a high speed catamaran directly to Whitehaven Beach where you will have time to explore, swim and relax. Morning departure, including morning tea.
Spend the whole day experiencing the wonders of the magnificent Whitehaven Beach.
Following the cruise over, your day on the whitest of sands commences on the southern end of the beach. The crew will advise of the days activities available including a trip to Hill Inlet at the northern end of the beach, walking tours and paddle-boarding.
Your trip includes morning and afternoon tea plus a gourmet burger with side salads served on the beach.
Take the ferry back to the mainland this morning, from where you'll head north to the seaside town of Mission Beach.
Nestled between World Heritage rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, your accommodation offers superb views over the Coral Sea.
Today’s journey takes you to the Atherton Tablelands, with its lush rainforests, spectacular waterfalls and peaceful lakes.
Visit Millaa Millaa Falls and the heritage listed 500-yearold Curtain Fig Tree, and keep an eye out for the magnificent Ulysses butterfly.
Spend some free time in Kuranda, the ‘village in the rainforest’, before travelling on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. Your six-person gondola will provide spectacular views of the rainforest and the Coral Sea.
Have marine experts guide you on a personal 35 minute tour exploring areas of the reef not accessible by others, highlighting brilliant corals and fascinating marine life.
Our marine naturalist has a large rubber ring that you can hold on to, making it great for non-swimmers and those who aren't confident to snorkel alone, as well as those who want an in-depth experience of the outer reef.
Take a scenic flight over the Great Barrier Reef - spectacular!
Join your Down Under Tours coach transfer to Smithfield Station. Here you join Skyrail and marvel at the World's Most Beautiful Rainforest.
Experience, including time at both Red Peak and Barron Falls stations, both with spectacular lookouts. On arrival in Kuranda, the Village is yours to explore.
The vibrant and colourful Heritage markets take place daily. Your return to Cairns is aboard the famous Kuranda Scenic Rail. Winding around curves, across bridges and through hand-hewn tunnels this amazing engineering feat is a tribute to our pioneers.
Upon arrival at historic Freshwater Station, you will board your coach back to your accommodation.
Travel in air-conditioned comfort in your luxury purpose-built vehicle to Cape Tribulation, through some of the oldest rainforest in the world.
Included is morning tea and a driver guided walk at Mossman Gorge, a cruise on the Daintree River, delicious tropical BBQ lunch set amongst the rainforest, and a walk on famous Cape Tribulation Beach.
Enjoy this historical rail journey to Kuranda, with breathtaking views across the cane fields of Cairns, to the tropical rainforest of Kuranda.
Upon arrival you will have around one hour to explore this fascinating village of colourful and interesting arts and crafts. At 11.30am, make your way directly to the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway to experience this iconic rainforest.
After arriving at the Smithfield Skyrail Terminal, the coach will transfer you to Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures. Explore the park, including the unique eco experience of the Wetlands cruise through the ecologically significant Melaleuca wetlands; the domain of the saltwater crocodile. (Operates Daily)
A cultural journey taking you from coast to rainforest experiencing natural beauty and ancient culture.
Learn traditional hunting and gathering skills as you search for bush tucker of mud crabs, fish and mussels before tasting and sharing what you have caught and gathered.
A short drive away is the lush rainforest of Mossman Gorge Cultural Centre. Here you will experience the splendour of the World Heritage listed Daintree Rainforest.
Enjoy a guided interpretive walk through the ancient rainforest and along the banks of the pristine waters of the Mossman Gorge. Lunch & damper included.
More than just a dinner and show; Tjapukai by Night takes you on a magical adventure into the legends of Australia’s dreamtime.
Here you will enter another world as Australia’s Aboriginal culture is brought to life through a series of award winning performances as you feast on modern cuisine from the Far North.
Watch Indigenous performers bring the world’s oldest living culture to life through traditional dance, art and interactive demonstrations.
A Cairns Dinner Cruise is the perfect way to end a perfect day in paradise. Step aboard the luxury catamaran Spirit of Cairns for a 2.5 hour evening cruise through the calm water inlet and waterfront precinct of Cairn.
Enjoy fabulous dining and live music with the lights of Cairns City and mountain sillhouettes as your backdrop.
Your tour today offers the wonders of the rainforest, as well as our unique indigenous culture.
Visit the award-winning Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park. Experience the history, creation and dance theatres where the legends of the dreamtime are brought to life. Glide over and through the World Heritage rainforest with Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, before free time in Kuranda.
Wander through the colourful Heritage Markets and find some intersting arts and crafts. You then take a spectacular journey along the Scenic Railway through the curves and waves of the rainforest to Freshwater Station.
Your coach awaits for your transfer back to your accommodation.
Board a high-speed catamaran today and cruise out to the iconic Great Barrier Reef, the only living organism that can be seen from the moon.
You’ll have the opportunity to go snorkelling (equipment provided) or view the spectacular coral and tropical fish from the underwater observatory and glass bottom boat.
Enjoy a tropical buffet lunch on board, before you return in the late afternoon for a Farewell Dinner with your Travel Director and new-found friends.
Say farewell to your fellow travellers when your holiday comes to an end this morning after breakfast.
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