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11 day Tropical Escapade camping tour, see
Australia’s scenic east coast from Cairns
to Sydney including Whitsundays, Fraser Island
& the Gold Coast
Day 1: Arrive Cairns
On arrival in Cairns you will be transferred
to the campsite. Your Tour Director will meet
you at approximately 6.00pm. Tonight enjoy a
welcome drink with your crew and fellow travelling
companions. Camp: Cairns, 3 nights. (D)
Day 2: Great Barrier Reef
Board the high-speed catamaran for a full day
cruise to the Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy a reef
presentation to learn more about the wonders
of the reef, view spectacular coral and tropical
fish from the Underwater Observatory or semi-submersible
boat. There is also the opportunity to go snorkelling
and view this natural wonder up close (equipment
provided). Enjoy a tropical buffet lunch, before
returning to Cairns. (BLD)
Day 3: Skyrail - Kuranda
This morning board the Skyrail Cableway for
a journey above the rainforest. Time to explore
in Kuranda. Enjoy the Pamagirri Experience where
you will take the '˜Dreamtime' walk along the
Rainbow Serpent, through Aboriginal traditions,
myths and legends. Learn how to throw a boomerang
or play the didjeridu. Visit the Pamagirri Cultural
Centre and watch the dancers perform the Pamagirri
Corroboree. Later, board the Kuranda Train for
the scenic journey back to Cairns. (B)
Day 4: Townsville
Commence the journey south and travel to Townsville
for a brief stop. Continue onto Airlie Beach,
gateway to the beautiful Whitsunday Islands.
Camp: Airlie Beach, 2 nights. (BD)
Day 5: Whitsunday Islands
Cruise by catamaran to Hamilton Island. Spend
time exploring the island, before travelling
to Whitehaven Beach, where pure white silica
sand is fringed by the clear sparkling Whitsunday
waters. A sumptuous tropical buffet lunch is
also included today for your enjoyment. (BL)
Day 6: Rockhampton
Travel to Mackay, the sugar capital of Australia,
for a short break. Enjoy some free time this
afternoon to look around Rockhampton. Continue
south to Langmorn Station. Enjoy a guided tour
of 'The Old Station' and historic 'Langmorn
Homestead'. Camp: Langmorn Station. (BLD)
Day 7: Hervey Bay
Travel via Miriam Vale and Gin Gin en route
to Hervey Bay, gateway to Fraser Island. Lying
just offshore of Hervey Bay, remarkable Fraser
Island is ready to be explored tomorrow. Camp:
Hervey Bay, 2 nights. (BLD)
Day 8: Fraser Island
Cruise to World Heritage-listed Fraser Island,
the longest sand island in the world and the
largest island off Australia's East Coast. On
arrival board a 4WD and traverse the sand dunes.
Tour 75 Mile Beach, see The Cathedrals, cliff
faces of coloured sands, stop at Eli Creek and
enjoy a delicious buffet lunch. Return to Hervey
Bay. (BLD)
Day 9: Brisbane - Gold Coast
This morning travel to Brisbane for an orientation
tour and time to explore or perhaps do some
opal shopping. Clients departing this afternoon
in Brisbane conclude at 3.30pm at the Brisbane
Transit centre (Tour Code: CCB). You will be
transferred to Brisbane Airport for your onward
flight (flights to depart after 5.00pm). Continue
south to the famous Gold Coast, boasting 70
kilometres of spectacular golden beaches. Tonight,
the evening is free for you to discover the
vibrant Gold Coast and dine at one of the many
local restaurants. Camp: Gold Coast. (B)
Day 10: Coffs Harbour
Today, follow the lush Tweed River Valley to
Cape Byron Lighthouse for superb views from
Australia’s most easterly point. We stop at
colourful Byron Bay with time to explore the
many interesting shops, before continuing along
the Pacific Highway to Coffs Harbour. Enjoy
an overnight stay in this picturesque resort
town.
Camp: Coffs Harbour. (BD)
Day 11: Coffs Harbour - Sydney
Stop at the coastal town of Port Macquarie.
This afternoon continue travelling south across
the beautiful Hawkesbury River into the 'Harbour
City' of Sydney. Arrive at the AAT Kings Day
Tour Terminal at approximately 5:30pm. You will
be transferred to Sydney Airport to connect
with your onward flight. (BL)
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