Australia Tour 2
PROGRAM 02
DAY 01 – Cairns
Arrive at any time.
There are no activities planned until the evening welcome meeting.
Day 02 – Cairns/Cape Tribulation
Head north to Cape Tribulation. Stop en route to explore Mossman Gorge and take an interpretive walk through the Daintree Rainforest.
Day 03 – Cape Tribulation
With a free day, opt for a trip to the Great Barrier Reef or to explore Daintree National Park.
Day 04 – Cape Tribulation/Cairns
Return to Cairns in the afternoon with free time to explore this laid-back city. En route, stop by Port Douglas and opt to have lunch at a local market.
Day 05 – Cairns/Airlie Beach
Depart early for a full day of travel to reach Airlie Beach, enjoying scenic views along the way.
Day 06 – Airlie Beach
Spend the day out on the water boating around the Whitsunday Islands, visiting the Great Barrier Reef. Opt to swim or snorkel, and hike to an island lookout over Whitehaven Beach, known for its stunning white sand. Return to Airlie Beach for the night.
Accommodation:
– Whitsunday Vista Holiday Apartments (or similar).
Meals Included:
– Lunch
Included Activities:
– Whitsunday Islands Boating Excursion
– Barrier Reef Visit
Accommodation:
– Whitsunday Vista Holiday Apartments (or similar).
Accommodation:
– Cape Tribulation Beach House (or similar).
Meals Included:
– Breakfast
– Lunch
Transport:
– Private Vehicle 03:30 Hr(s)
Included Activities:
– Indigenous Peoples Interpretive Walk
Day 07 – Airlie Beach/Byron Bay
Fly to Brisbane and transfer to Byron Bay for two nights in this “hippie” paradise.
Accommodation:
– Byron Beachcomber (or similar).
Transport:
– Plane: Airlie Beach to Brisbane 02:30 Hr(s)
– Private Vehicle 02:00 – 02:30 Hr(s)
Day 08 – Byron Bay
Spend the morning down at the beach for a surf lesson with a trained surf instructor. Enjoy a few hours of instruction before hitting the waves for some practice rides.
Opt to pre-book the “Byron Bay Ocean Kayaking” activity on the checkout page ahead of time, to include this optional on your tour.
Accommodation:
– Byron Beachcomber (or similar).
Included Activities:
– Surfing Lesson
Optional Extras to chose from:
– Byron Bay Ocean Kayaking
Day 9 Byron Bay/Port Macquarie
Spend the morning wandering the town checking out the local shops or having one last coffee on the beach before heading to the coastal township of Port Macquarie, featuring all the beauty of the beach set alongside gorgeous national parks. Enjoy an evening in Port Macquarie.
Accommodation:
– El Paso Motor Inn (or similar).
Transport:
– Private Vehicle: Byron Bay to Port Macquarie 05:00 Hr(s)
Day 10 – Port Macquarie/Blue Mountains
Travel from Port Macquarie to the Blue Mountains today. These mountains in Australia are best known for their soaring sandstone ridges. As you drive, pass by charming mountain towns, ancient Aboriginal rock art, lush green valleys, and loads of craggy cliffs. It doesn’t matter if the journey is shrouded in clouds or glowing in the sinking sun, you’ll still spot beauty around every turn.
Accommodation:
– Leisure Inn Spires (or similar).
Meals Included:
– Breakfast
Transport:
– Private Vehicle: Port Macquarie to Blue Mountains 06:00 – 07:00 Hr(s)
Day 11 – Blue Mountains
Travel deeper into the majestic Blue Mountains and experience the natural beauty of this World Heritage Area. Explore the landscape around Leura and Katoomba, view the Three Sisters, take a walk in Jamison Valley, and ride on the Scenic Railway, the steepest railway in the world.
Accommodation:
– Leisure Inn Spires (or similar).
Included Activities:
– Blue Mountains Excursion
– Scenic Railway
– Jamison Valley Walk
Day 12 – Blue Mountains/Sydney
This morning, leave the Blue Mountains behind and continue onward to Sydney. Once you arrive head out for an orientation walk before taking advantage of some free time to keep exploring. Opt to rent a bike, stroll the botanical gardens, or visit the iconic Opera House.
Accommodation:
– Rydges Sydney Central (or similar).
Transport:
– Private Vehicle: Blue Mountains to Sydney 02:00 Hr(s)
Included Activities:
– Orientation Walk
Day 13 – Sydney
Get a feel for the city. Relax seaside at Bondi Beach. Enjoy an optional night out with the group.
Accommodation:
– Rydges Sydney Central (or similar).
Day 14 – Departure
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