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Take a trip to Atherton Tablelands on your Australia Vacation
The Atherton Tablelands is a picturesque fertile plateau situated southwest of Cairns in Queensland. However, the terrain is varied and includes ancient forests, woodlands, wetlands and volcanic crater lakes. It is a veritable playground with so much to offer the visitor on an Australia vacation.
The Tablelands are very important to the birdwatcher as it has over 500 different species of birds. It also has a selection of typical Australian wildlife including the unusual platypus and the tree kangaroo.
The best way to see the Tablelands is to take a self-drive tour and take in some or all of the following highlights. Kuranda is a mountain village with excellent walking trails. Attractions here are river cruises, koala sanctuaries and the Skyrail rainforest cableway.
Wooroonooran National Park contains the two highest mountains in Queensland and has an abundance of beautiful waterfalls plus there are 500 different species of trees. Millau again has magnificent photogenic waterfalls and panoramic lookouts.
Lake Tinaroo is best seen by driving around it in order to appreciate its beauty. Facilities offered are fishing, water skiing and windsurfing. Granite Gorge is a very scenic location with a number of walking tracks and swimming holes. It is here one can feed the many tame wallabies and get to know them up close.
There are many other locations in the Atherton Tablelands which are well worth visiting in this fascinating region of Northern Queensland. C’mon say G’day Downunder. Book one of our Australia vacations today and start exploring!
Lake Tinaroo is best seen by driving around it in order to appreciate its beauty. Facilities offered are fishing, water skiing and windsurfing. Granite Gorge is a very scenic location with a number of walking tracks and swimming holes. It is here one can feed the many tame wallabies and get to know them up close.
There are many other locations in the Atherton Tablelands which are well worth visiting in this fascinating region of Northern Queensland. C’mon say G’day Downunder. Book one of our Australia vacations today and start exploring!
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Atherton Tablelands, Queensland, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Whitsundays, Brisbane, New South Wales, Hunter Valley, Sydney, Sydney Opera House, and Bondi BeachSet off along Australia's captivating east coast, where vineyards meet golden sands. From Hunter Valley's wines to Cairns’ tropical allure, this classic road trip beckons.
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Victoria, Melbourne, Atherton Tablelands, Queensland, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Northern Territory, Ayers Rock (Uluru), Sydney, New South Wales, Sydney Opera House, Bondi Beach, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Christchurch, Rotorua, and AucklandVenture through New Zealand and Australia, where ancient landscapes meet cities. From Auckland's museums to the Great Barrier Reef's wonders, each stop tells a story.
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Essential Australia: Sydney, Rock, Reef & Melbourne
Victoria, Melbourne, Great Ocean Road, Twelve Apostles, Atherton Tablelands, Queensland, Great Barrier Reef, Northern Territory, Ayers Rock (Uluru), Sydney, New South Wales, Sydney Opera House, and Bondi BeachAustralia's vast landscapes beckon with cities, sacred rocks, and breathtaking reefs. Sail the harbours, gaze upon Uluru, and dive into the Great Barrier Reef.
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Sydney and The Great Barrier Reef with Airfare
Atherton Tablelands, Queensland, Great Barrier Reef, Sydney, New South Wales, Sydney Opera House, and Bondi BeachExplore the heart of Australia, from Sydney's iconic landmarks to the unparalleled beauty of the Great Barrier Reef. This classic getaway captivates all senses.
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Classic Australia: Sydney, Uluru, Reef & Melbourne
Sydney, New South Wales, Sydney Opera House, Bondi Beach, Atherton Tablelands, Queensland, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Northern Territory, Ayers Rock (Uluru), Victoria, and MelbourneDiscover Australia on an independent journey through harbour, reef, desert and city, where vibrant culture meets extraordinary natural beauty.
12 days
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Essence of Australia: Sydney, Rock and Reef
Atherton Tablelands, Queensland, Great Barrier Reef, Northern Territory, Ayers Rock (Uluru), Sydney, New South Wales, Sydney Opera House, and Bondi BeachDiscover the wonders of Australia on this journey! Experience Sydney’s famed landmarks, explore the majesty of Uluru, and snorkel the Great Barrier Reef.
11 days
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Aussie Fly & Stay: Melbourne, Great Barrier Reef & Sydney
Sydney, New South Wales, Sydney Opera House, Bondi Beach, Atherton Tablelands, Queensland, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Victoria, and MelbourneDiscover Australia on an air inclusive trip, mixing Independent and Small group touring, with coral reefs, ancient rainforest, wild coastlines, wildlife and harbour views.
12 days
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Australia: Wildlife, Great Barrier Reef & Rainforest
Atherton Tablelands, Queensland, Great Barrier Reef, South Australia, Adelaide, Kangaroo Island, Sydney, New South Wales, Sydney Opera House, and Bondi BeachDiscover the diverse beauty of Australia on this adventure! Experience Sydney's iconic sights, explore wildlife on Kangaroo Island, and snorkel the Great Barrier Reef.
10 days
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Pacific Coast Road Trip: Sydney to Cairns
Atherton Tablelands, Queensland, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Whitsundays, Brisbane, New South Wales, Hunter Valley, Sydney, Sydney Opera House, and Bondi BeachSet off along Australia's captivating east coast, where vineyards meet golden sands. From Hunter Valley's wines to Cairns’ tropical allure, this classic road trip beckons.
20 days
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Classic Downunder: New Zealand & Australia
Victoria, Melbourne, Atherton Tablelands, Queensland, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Northern Territory, Ayers Rock (Uluru), Sydney, New South Wales, Sydney Opera House, Bondi Beach, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Christchurch, Rotorua, and AucklandVenture through New Zealand and Australia, where ancient landscapes meet cities. From Auckland's museums to the Great Barrier Reef's wonders, each stop tells a story.
22 days
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Essential Australia: Sydney, Rock, Reef & Melbourne
Victoria, Melbourne, Great Ocean Road, Twelve Apostles, Atherton Tablelands, Queensland, Great Barrier Reef, Northern Territory, Ayers Rock (Uluru), Sydney, New South Wales, Sydney Opera House, and Bondi BeachAustralia's vast landscapes beckon with cities, sacred rocks, and breathtaking reefs. Sail the harbours, gaze upon Uluru, and dive into the Great Barrier Reef.
14 days
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Sydney and The Great Barrier Reef with Airfare
Atherton Tablelands, Queensland, Great Barrier Reef, Sydney, New South Wales, Sydney Opera House, and Bondi BeachExplore the heart of Australia, from Sydney's iconic landmarks to the unparalleled beauty of the Great Barrier Reef. This classic getaway captivates all senses.
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Goway’s trips to Australia are not stock itineraries. We can put together trips of a few weeks or a few months, allowing you to see as much of the land Downunder as you can. And we offer a mix of travel options, from self-drives to train journeys to long stays.
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