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Cairns & the Great Barrier Reef
This bustling tropical city is the gateway to the Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef. From here you can discover the wilderness of Cape York Peninsula, cruise, snorkel or dive the Reef, or relax at a nearby golden beach.
3-night Reef Package begins your holiday in the exciting city of Cairns where you can wander through the Cairns Esplanade, lined with restaurants or wade in the saltwater swimming lagoon. Journey by Scenic Rail, an amphibious boat and Skyrail through dense tropical rainforest to experience colorful wildlife and Aboriginal Culture. Venture by high speed catamaran to the worlds largest coral reef, the Great Barrier Reef, even visible from outer space! Here you will enjoy snorkeling amongst countless species of vibrant fish and perhaps encounter turtles, view the array of coral life (over 600 types of hard and soft coral!) or just relax.
On arrival you will be transferred to your hotel.
Full day – Kuranda Rainforest & Dreamtime tour. Travel on the Kuranda Scenic Rail, an amphibious World War II Army Duck and explore the tropical rainforest, home to hundreds of colorful butterflies and birds and species of orchid. Enjoy a BBQ lunch then the Pamagirri Aboriginal Dancers, and the Dreamtime Walk, before returning down the mountain by Skyrail over the rainforest canopy. (L)
Few places in the world will offer you the experience you will be a part of today. Join a full day cruise to the Outer Barrier Reef via high speed catamaran. Spend your day snorkeling, coral viewing, or simply relaxing. A delicious smorgasbord lunch & refreshments are included. (L) Certified and intro dive options are available.
Depart Cairns today or extend your holiday with a stay in the World Heritage listed Daintree Rainforest OR Add another day for one of the Optional tours below.
3 nights’ hotel | Airport transfers | Two full day tours: Kuranda Rainforest with scenic train and Skyrail | Snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Recommended Hotel Selections for 3-night Reef Package for a stay in Cairns or nearby Palm Cove
Riley – Residing in a prime location at the northern end of the iconic Cairns waterfront boardwalk, features 311 stylish rooms and suites, most with spacious balconies. A lagoon swimming pool spanning over 1,000 square metres with a private man-made beach & Rocco’s restaurant perched 42 metres above sea level.
Bailey – Modern, innovative and with a true appreciation of the arts their 255 spacious rooms are filled with design details that will appeal to your inner artist.
Flynn – The younger sibling to Riley and Bailey, fun and energetic, be prepared to be entertained at Flynn with an exquisite glass swimming pool, zen-filled wellness and meditation center, to dynamic food and drink experiences where there’s always a DJ ready to play and a martini ready to be shaken.
Shangri-La Hotel The Marina – The hotel frames the city’s foreshore, overlooking the Marlin Marina, Trinity Bay and surrounding mountain ranges. A short stroll to the Esplanade Lagoon and Pier Shopping Precinct.
Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort & Spa – Ultimate in luxurious, sophisticated accommodation and a tranquil escape, located right on the beach front in the south of Palm Cove.
Bailey – Modern, innovative and with a true appreciation of the arts their 255 spacious rooms are filled with design details that will appeal to your inner artist.
Flynn – The younger sibling to Riley and Bailey, fun and energetic, be prepared to be entertained at Flynn with an exquisite glass swimming pool, zen-filled wellness and meditation center, to dynamic food and drink experiences where there’s always a DJ ready to play and a martini ready to be shaken.
Shangri-La Hotel The Marina – The hotel frames the city’s foreshore, overlooking the Marlin Marina, Trinity Bay and surrounding mountain ranges. A short stroll to the Esplanade Lagoon and Pier Shopping Precinct.
Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort & Spa – Ultimate in luxurious, sophisticated accommodation and a tranquil escape, located right on the beach front in the south of Palm Cove.
Pullman Cairns International – Located in the center if Cairns with fabulous harbor and mountain view rooms.
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino – Nestled by Trinity inlet and cruise liner terminal features 127 beautifully appointed rooms, each of these luxurious rooms has its own spa bath & garden balcony overlooking the city with mountain backdrop or water views. A roof-top swimming pool, gym, five restaurants and bars, boutique casino.
Hilton Cairns – Located on the Cairns Esplanade with a waterfront location just a 2 minutes’ walk from the Reef Departure Terminal and a 5-minute walk to the CBD. Stylish rooms, all with their own private balcony overlooking mountains and rainforests, Trinity Inlet or the vibrant city of Cairns.
Pullman Reef Hotel Casino – Nestled by Trinity inlet and cruise liner terminal features 127 beautifully appointed rooms, each of these luxurious rooms has its own spa bath & garden balcony overlooking the city with mountain backdrop or water views. A roof-top swimming pool, gym, five restaurants and bars, boutique casino.
Hilton Cairns – Located on the Cairns Esplanade with a waterfront location just a 2 minutes’ walk from the Reef Departure Terminal and a 5-minute walk to the CBD. Stylish rooms, all with their own private balcony overlooking mountains and rainforests, Trinity Inlet or the vibrant city of Cairns.
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort – Just a short walk from the Esplanade and Cairns City Center located on six acres of tropical gardens surrounded by an enormous lagoon-style pool with its own white-sand beach and swim up bar. All 314 rooms and suites feature a private terrace or balcony facing the pool, city or gardens.
Pacific Hotel Cairns – Features a magnificent Cairns Esplanade location with one of Cairns’ finest Brazilian inspired churrasco restaurants.
Paradise on the Beach Palm Cove – Centrally located along palm-fringed Williams Esplanade, beachfront accommodation just a coconut throw over the promenade to beautiful Palm Cove Beach.
Pacific Hotel Cairns – Features a magnificent Cairns Esplanade location with one of Cairns’ finest Brazilian inspired churrasco restaurants.
Paradise on the Beach Palm Cove – Centrally located along palm-fringed Williams Esplanade, beachfront accommodation just a coconut throw over the promenade to beautiful Palm Cove Beach.
Kewarra Beach Resort – Private beachfront location with deluxe bungalows and spacious suites discretely situated throughout the 30 hectares of lush tropical gardens.
Il Palazzo Boutique Hotel – Tuscan-inspired, all-suite hotel with 38 spacious one bedroom suites with extensive private balcony, fully equipped kitchen and laundry. In a prime location just one block back from the foreshore and in the heart of Cairns’ vibrant entertainment and major shopping precincts. Landscaped Mediterranean pool (heated in winter), Gazebo & guest BBQ and Rooftop sundeck.
The Reef House Palm Cove, MGallery by Sofitel – In the heart of Palm Cove with a stunning beachfront location, nestled among tranquil tropical gardens and vibrant flora, 67 rooms designed to capture the romance of the tropics and the colonial splendor of a bygone era, Majestic rainforest clad mountains make a stunning backdrop to the three pristine pools, two spas and cascading waterfall.
Bay Village Tropical Retreat – Nestled among an acre of lush tropical gardens in the very heart of Cairns.
Il Palazzo Boutique Hotel – Tuscan-inspired, all-suite hotel with 38 spacious one bedroom suites with extensive private balcony, fully equipped kitchen and laundry. In a prime location just one block back from the foreshore and in the heart of Cairns’ vibrant entertainment and major shopping precincts. Landscaped Mediterranean pool (heated in winter), Gazebo & guest BBQ and Rooftop sundeck.
The Reef House Palm Cove, MGallery by Sofitel – In the heart of Palm Cove with a stunning beachfront location, nestled among tranquil tropical gardens and vibrant flora, 67 rooms designed to capture the romance of the tropics and the colonial splendor of a bygone era, Majestic rainforest clad mountains make a stunning backdrop to the three pristine pools, two spas and cascading waterfall.
Bay Village Tropical Retreat – Nestled among an acre of lush tropical gardens in the very heart of Cairns.
Bailey Residences – your urban oasis awaits in one of 38 modern, fully kitted one, two and three-bedroom residences complete with equipped kitchen, laundry and access to two swimming pools, a sauna, BBQ facilities, a 24-hour fitness center, Eléme Day Spa and all the luxuries of Bailey Hotel (in-room dining, housekeeping and on-site restaurants and bars).
Waters Edge Apartments Cairns – Each has its own unique distinctive style, with gourmet kitchen, large living dining area and spacious bedrooms, a large balcony with ocean views and the ground floor apartments have their own swim-out decks perfect for families.
The Sebel Cairns Harbour Lights Apartment Hotel – Overlooking the marina, situated on Cairns’ stunning waterfront with major shopping and restaurants within easy walking distance.
The Reef Retreat Palm Cove – Nestled in a peaceful rainforest setting, just a 30 second stroll to idyllic Palm Cove beach and restaurants.
Waters Edge Apartments Cairns – Each has its own unique distinctive style, with gourmet kitchen, large living dining area and spacious bedrooms, a large balcony with ocean views and the ground floor apartments have their own swim-out decks perfect for families.
The Sebel Cairns Harbour Lights Apartment Hotel – Overlooking the marina, situated on Cairns’ stunning waterfront with major shopping and restaurants within easy walking distance.
The Reef Retreat Palm Cove – Nestled in a peaceful rainforest setting, just a 30 second stroll to idyllic Palm Cove beach and restaurants.
Travel between 15 Jun – 31 Oct is High Season in this region, a supplement will apply. Low Season or High Season rates will be quoted at time of booking, varies with hotel and special events.
Cairns: Optional tours to Enhance your Stay
- Full day Daintree Wanderer – Luxury Small Group or Private tour by 4WD – river cruise, lunch in rainforest, guided walk through the World Heritage rainforest region.
- Hot air Ballooning 60 min, champagne breakfast & transfers – daily fly over the Atherton Tablelands and Rainforest – amazing.
- Full day Frankland Islands – pristine Great Barrier Reef, world heritage location, for snorkeling straight from the beach, semi-sub tours to see anemones; giant clams; turtles & plenty of reef fish & coral; lunch on the island.
- 1 Day Diving – Certified Divers (Includes 2 dives, lunch & transfers) Full Equipment
- Full day White Water Rafting Tully River, Grade 4 rapids, BBQ lunch – ex Cairns
- Full Day Hartley’s Creek & Breakfast with the Koalas
- Full Day Tour to Cape Tribulation where you cross the Daintree River by car ferry to reach Jungle Surf (Zip Line)
- Canopy Zipline Tours – 5 lines over rainforest canopy -2 hours, daily departures ex Cape Tribulation
Phone one of our Aussie Specialists at 1-800-227-5317 to start planning your Cairns & Great Barrier Reef Holiday now!
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