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12
Day Cairns to Brisbane Tour
Depart Cairns and Finishes Brisbane
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A 12 day accommodated
tour from Cairns visiting Crocodile Farm, Mission
Beach, Whitsunday Sailing, Mackay Region, Kroombit
Cattle Station, Rainbow Beach, Fraser Island,
Brisbane.
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| Tour
Name: |
12
Cairns to Brisbane |
| Tour
Code: |
G-CB12 |
| Departs: |
Cairns |
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Departure
Dates:
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| 1st
April 2010 - 31st March 2011 |
| Apr-10
Wed 21 |
Nov-10
Wed 03 |
| Jun-10
Wed 02 |
Dec-10
Wed 01 08 15 |
| Jul-10
Wed 07 14 21 |
Jan-11
Wed 05 26 |
| Aug-10
Wed 04 11 18 |
Feb-11
Wed 02 09 16 |
| Sep-10
Wed 01 08 29 |
Mar-11
Wed 02 09 16 23 30 |
| Oct-10
Wed 06 |
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| Departure
Time: |
Cairns
Wed 7.00am from select accommodation |
| Finishes: |
Brisbane |
| Finish
Time: |
Approx
6-7pm |
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Tour
Prices: Adult
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| 1st
April 2010 - 31st March 2011 |
| 12
Day Cairns to Brisbane (or the Gold Coast)
Package |
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ADULT |
CHILD |
PLUS
PARK FEE/S |
| Package
includes 11 nts multi-share accommodation
with share facilities. |
Dorm
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2495 |
1995 |
68.00 |
| Package
includes 5 nts twin/double budget ensuite
accommodation, 4 nts twin/dbl budget accommodation
with share facilities and 2 nts multi-share
accomm with share facilities while sailing
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Twin/Dbl
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2765 |
2265 |
| Single
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3150 |
N/A |
| Note:
Twin/Dbl upgrades are only available
to passengers booking and travelling together.
*Twin/Double/Single accommodation is available
on a 'request' basis except at Carnarvon,
where it available on a standby basis at time
of arrival at no additional cost. |
| This
tour is not available to children 7 years
and under. |
| All
prices are in Australian Dollars (includes
10% GST) based on per person |
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| Discounts: |
Specials:
Book here now today
and receive a 5% earlybird discount. |
| Min
Numbers: |
8
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| Max
Numbers: |
24 |
| Staying: |
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Hostel
Accommodation -
Dorm share rooms with shared facilities |
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Permanent
Campsites - have permanently erected tents(multi-share),
permanent cooking facilities and purpose-built
fire pits, screened eating areas, share showers
and toilets. Evening meals are BBQ style dinners,
prepared by the guide (with passenger participation)
and eaten as a group. Breakfasts are continental
and lunches are picnic style. |
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Vehicle: |
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Toyota
Coaster mini-bus - (max 22 seats)
or Mitsubishi Rosa mini-bus
(max 24 seats) - front facing air-conditioned
vehicle.
We use
our coaches in locations where there are large
driving distances on sealed roads as the larger
vehicles provide greater comfort. In all other
circumstances, we focus on providing a small
group experience with an average maximum group
size of 16.
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| Suitability: |
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Note:
L1 to L2 suitability.
This tour has various days on minimal walks
but more physical other activites. Other
days - Maximum Walks: Hikes up to 6-8kms
per day. A reasonable level of fitness is
required as there will be some walking to
view places of interest. Suitable for soft
adventures with a passion for bushwalking
and exploring.
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| To
Bring: |
Tour
ticket, Sturdy walking shoes, thongs/sandals,
hat & sunscreen, towel & toiletries, swimming
gear/beach towel, water bottle, camera & film,
money for meals and listed fees. 15kg luggage
limit.
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Included: |
Experienced
guide, Experienced guides, meals as indicated, multi-share
accommodation (or upgrade to twin/double), national
park fees*, 2 night Whitsunday sailing*, 2 day 4WD
Fraser Island tour* and activities as indicated.
Other notes at East
Coast Packages |
| Additional
Fees : |
Additional
Fees*:
Fraser Island fee is not included and
payable upon arrival (AUD$22).
Whitsunday Sailing
does not include Environmental Management Charge
(Reef Tax) and other fees, which are payable direct
(AUD $39). AUD $10-$15 stinger suit hire (Oct-May).
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| Places
Of Interest: |
Crocodile
Farm, Magnetic Island, Whitsunday Sailing, Carnarvon
Gorge, Kroombit Cattle Station, Rainbow Beach, Fraser
Island, Brisbane |
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ITINERARY:
Day 1: Cairns
to Magnetic Island
Leaving Cairns our first stop is Babinda Boulders for an early
morning rainforest walk. We then visit the Johnstone River
Crocodile Farm to learn more about the most feared animal
in Northern Australia; the estuarine or saltwater crocodile.
Spend time learning how this prehistoric animal has survived
and flourished in Australia's harsh north and see large crocodiles
up close and personal. We then drive to Townsville where we
take the ferry to Magnetic Island, so named by Captain Cook
because his compass went crazy when he sailed past in 1770.
This afternoon we take you back in time on the historical
forts walk, keeping an eye out for the Koalas in their natural
habitat and taking in the stunning panoramic views of the
Coral Sea. Tonight, relax with a cold beer and watch the sunset
from the beach bar of the only backpackers resort in Australia
located right on the beach.
Day 2-4:
Whitsunday Sailing
We jump aboard the ferry first thing this morning to head
back to the mainland. We soon reach Airlie Beach where the
next adventure awaits - Whitsunday sailing. You will have
the opportunity to sun-bathe, snorkel and swim whilst exploring
the idyllic Whitsunday Islands on a million dollar yacht.
Visit the many beaches, coves and islands on this two night
sailing trip, with the opportunity to hoist the sails and
even take the wheel. Note that you will sleep on the boat,
moored in quiet coves. Cabins are share only; no twin and
doubles for these two nights. We disembark in the afternoon
of Day 4 and stay overnight in Airlie Beach. (Day 2: D Day
3: BLD Day 4: B)
Day 5: Airlie
Beach to Carnarvon National Park
We start early today for our big drive to Carnarvon National
Park. Carnarvon National Park is a little known jewel located
in the remote Queensland outback and home to Carnarvon Gorge.
This remarkable natural attraction features 30km of walking
trails, 200 species of birds, ancient plants and Aboriginal
rock-art dating back 3500 years. Stay tonight in large permanent
tents among the wilderness. (D)
Wet
Weather itinerary:
Days 5-7 Kroombit Cattle Station, Day 8 Rainbow Beach, Days
9-10 Fraser Island, Days 11-12 Byron Bay, [normal itinerary
resumes]
Day 6: Carnarvon
Gorge
Chances are that your sleep will be broken this morning by
the many birds that live amongst the trees surrounding the
camp. After breakfast you will spend the full day hiking through
the many walking trails scattered throughout this magnificent
gorge. Walks are mostly of easy grade and therefore suitable
for all ages and fitness levels, however the options are varied.
You will see 500 year old cycads, grass trees and eucalypts,
native wildlife and learn about the indigenous ancestors that
inhabited this region for more than 3500 years. See the best
examples of rock-art in Queensland, made from the ochre taken
from the region. After a days exercise, you will return to
your camp for a good nights sleep within this wilderness region.
(BL D)
Day 7: Carnarvon
National Park to Kroombit Cattle Station
Today we travel through cattle country to Kroombit Cattle
Station. Here we experience genuine outback living with the
chance to ride a mechanical bull and take a walk of the property.
Tonight you will taste a traditional camp oven dinner, cooked
in the open fire. (BD)
Day 8: Kroombit
Cattle Station
Today is jam-packed with wonderful activities included in
the price of your tour. Learn first-hand about Queensland
farming life as you participate in a "goat muster" on horseback,
try your skill at trap-shooting and be part of a mini-rodeo
as animals are herded into the ring. This evening enjoy another
hearty camp-oven dinner and re-live your day's experiences
around the campfire with a beer from the bush bar. (BLD)
Day 9: Kroombit
to Rainbow Beach
After a hearty breakfast we head eastwards to Rainbow Beach
where we hit the coast for the first time in four days! Rainbow
Beach is a vibrant young coastal town, with glistening coloured
sands and a relaxed atmosphere. In the afternoon we can take
a walk to view the coloured sands that give Rainbow its name,
and learn about the Rainbow Serpent. We may also visit the
spectacular Carlo Sand Blow. This evening relax in our accommodation,
located just 100 meters from the beach. (BD)
Day 10-11:
2 Day Fraser Island Tour
Spend the next two days exploring Fraser Island on a ranger
guided 4WD safari with Fraser Explorer, staying at Eurong
Resort. You will drive along Seventy-Five Mile Beach, visit
Lakes' Wabby and Mackenzie, Eli Creek, the Maheno Wreck and
climb Indian Head. Return to Rainbow Beach for an overnight
stay. (Day 10: LD Day 11: BLD)
Day 12:
Rainbow Beach to Brisbane
There's an option today to feed wild dolphins at Tin Can Bay.
You can take the bus or catch the ferry (ferry is your own
expense). After dolphin feeding we travel south and take a
short break at the spectacular lookout at Wild Horse Mountain
to enjoy panoramic views of the Sunshine Coast overlooking
Noosa and Mooloolaba before continuing on to Brisbane, arriving
in the early afternoon.
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Note:
Upgrade accommodation is not available
whilst Whitsunday sailing and is available on a standby basis
only at Carnarvon Gorge.
The
group size of maximum 24 people relates to our buses, but
the Whitsunday Sailing and Fraser Island 4WD touring group
size will vary based on demand and boats available.
Itineraries may vary and/or attractions be substituted due
to seasonal conditions, weather extremes. Carnarvon Gorge
is known for flooding at random times throughout the year
and during these times it is inaccessible by road due to high
river crossings. At these times, the Wet Weather itinerary
will be followed.
Upgrade accommodation is subject
to availability, must be requested at time of booking and
is not available whilst sailing the Whitsundays. Upgrade accommodation
is not available in advance at Carnarvon Gorge (however may
be available on a standby basis to upgrade passengers on arrival
at no additional cost). Double/twin rooms do not feature ensuite
facilities at Kroombit or Carnarvon Gorge. Upgrade accommodation
is budget style, may be located on different premises to multi-share
accommodation and may only be booked by passengers who book
and travel together.
Itinerary may vary and/or attractions be substituted due
to seasonal conditions, weather extremes, Tradtional owner
and national park requirements.
The above program should only be used as a guideline and
tour guides may change programs at their discretion to suit
the specific interests of their group.
Safaris must be reconfirmed by 4pm the day before travel
direct with the tour operator.
Personal luggage 15kgs: Is limited to an overnight bag of
max 15kgs and a day pack.
ATA Child
Policy On Tours
Note:
N/S = This tour is not available to children 12 years
and under.
Note: N/A = This option
is not available at a discounted child rate.
Note: *Child rates
are for children 8-12 years accompanied by an adult
Note: Children 7 years
and under are not permitted to travel on any tour
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