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EXCLUSIVE TO TOPDECK:Brisbane City River Cruise Full day 4WD Experience on Fraser Island Authentic“Goat Rodeo” at Kroombit Park Outback Cattle Station Overnight sailing in the Whitsundays Aboriginal cultural experience in the Daintree Region
WHAT'S INCLUDED:9 breakfasts (B), 3 lunches (L), 5 dinners (D) 2 nights in hotels, 6 nights in lodges/cabins, 1 night‘Liveaboard’ sailing Modern air-conditioned midi coach Escorted services of a fully trained Trip Leader& Driver
Day 1 Cairns.
Travel one of Australia’s most scenic coastal drives to the Daintree region and meet the traditional custodians of the region, the Kubirri brothers of the Kuku Yalanji tribe. They’ll show us traditional spear fishing and teach about their culture.
Day 2 Cairns.
Where the rainforest meets the reef, that’s where you’ll find Cairns. Take advantage of these two spectacular natural landscapes with a day free for optional activities! Why not spend the day diving or snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef, a highlight of any visit to tropical North Queensland. (B)
Day 3 Cairns to The Whitsundays (Sailing).
Today we’re heading for some of the most beautiful islands in the world, the Whitsundays. Tonight you’ll gaze upon the stars from the deck. (B)
Day 4 The Whitsundays (South Molle Island).
Feed the Rainbow Lorikeets, go snorkelling or swimming. There are plenty of bushwalking tracks with scenic views and 17 private beaches if you want to get away. A walk up“Spion Kop” is a must. (B, D)
Day 5 The Whitsundays (South Molle Island).
Get ready for a day of sailing! Weather permitting; we’ll visit Whitehaven Beach and Blue Pearl Bay then we plot a course for South Molle Island. (B, L, D)
Day 6 Whitsundays to Emu Park.
Today we head back to dry land and visit Emu Park. (B, D)
Day 7 Emu Park to Kroombit Park, via Rockhampton.
This afternoon we head“bush” to our working cattle station, for a taste of“Outback Hospitality”. Along the way we stop at the“Cattle City” of Rockhampton (known as“Rocky” to the locals). (B, L, D)
Day 8 Kroombit Park to Noosa.
Try your hand at a goat rodeo or maybe an outback quad bike ride before heading to the beach side town of Noosa. (B, D)
Day 9 Fraser Island.
Today we’re taking a guided 4WD tour around the world’s largest sand island before enjoying a“fair dinkum” (authentic) Aussie barbecue on the banks of stunning Lake McKenzie. (B, L)
Day 10 Noosa to Brisbane.
We head south along the Bruce Highway passing the Glasshouse Mountain range with the chance to stop at Australia Zoo. In Brisbane we take a cruise along its famous river before we say our goodbyes. (B)
Cairns Pickup: 8.00am Gilligan's Backpackers& Resort
Departure Dates:
ex. Cairns
07 Apr 12
14 Apr 12
05 May 12
12 May 12
02 Jun 12
09 Jun 12
30 Jun 12
07 Jul 12
28 Jul 12
04 Aug 12
25 Aug 12
01 Sep 12
22 Sep 12
29 Sep 12
20 Oct 12
27 Oct 12
17 Nov 12
24 Nov 12
15 Dec 12
22 Dec 12
30 Dec 12
12 Jan 13
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09 Feb 13
16 Feb 13
09 Mar 13
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