Discover Tropical North Queensland

Positioned on the northern end of the iconic Cairns Esplanade boardwalk, the reef-inspired resort style hotel will be a combination of tropical luxury, unique and captivating design and authentic North Queensland personality. Perfect for families and couples wanting to experience the best Cairns has to offer, the resort-style hotel will offer lively informal areas with food and beverage offerings, restaurant dining and bar spaces, quiet spaces, spa and recreation areas, kids zones and cafes and lounges arranged around the large, inviting pool. The hotel will provide tourists a unique experience, and offer a variety of activities and dining and drinking options within the resort and in the city location

The Classic Kuranda Experience includes the main attractions of Kuranda, and gives plenty of free time to explore. You will travel to Kuranda in Gold Class on the Scenic Railway (Gold Class includes a host, lounge seating, gift pack, souvenir trip guide, optional exclusive tour of the signal cabin at Kuranda Station and Queensland snacks and beverages) then spend some free time in the village. Wander through the many shops and markets, which offer a range of local handicrafts, souvenirs, and gifts. You're then transferred to Rainforestation Nature Park, to enjoy a delicious Australian BBQ lunch, guided tour of the rainforest on board an amphibious Army Duck, and the Pamagirri Aboriginal Dance performance, followed by the Dreamtime Walk. Learn to throw a boomerang, see a spear-throwing demonstrations, and learn about aboriginal culture. A guided tour of the Koala and Wildlife Park is also included. Your coach will then transfer you to Kuranda Skyrail Terminal for the 7.5 kilometre Skyrail Rainforest Cableway journey down the mountain. Your coach will return you to your accommodation.

For an experience of a lifetime, Quicksilver's wave piercing catamarans and friendly crew will take you to a reef at the very edge of Australia's Continental Shelf, to an underwater world that is a dazzling kaleidoscope of colour and brilliance. Agincourt Reef is a magnificent ribbon reef where you can experience first-hand the magic that is the Great Barrier Reef. Choose to dive (extra cost), snorkel, or stay dry and explore the stunning reef from the comfort of a semi-sub, just one metre underwater. Watch the fish feeding from a unique underwater viewing platform and underwater observatory, or fly in a helicopter over the reef (extra cost). Whichever way you choose; you'll bring home a lifetime of memories from this living natural wonder.

This small luxurious boutique hotel is located in the centre of Port Douglas on the Esplanade and across from the beach. There are 34 spacious one bedroom suites with private balconies and large twin-tub bathrooms. The Peninsula Boutique Hotel has a landscaped pool with waterfall and lap pool and a sheltered sundeck and spa. Enjoy daily cocktails from the Hi Tide bar and restaurant. The Peninsula Boutique Hotel is an adults only haven with the comforts and facilities of a large hotel but with the friendliness and personal service that only a small property can provide.

Enjoy the thrill of pure sailing! Relax with an exhilarating twilight sail onboard the new luxury 'Lagoon' sailed from France. Soak up the peace and tranquillity of a tropical Sunset over the Coral Sea with spectacular mountain views. Enjoy first class service, a complimentary glass of champagne, wine and beer and a selection of canapes whilst sailing along the coastline just off Port Douglas.

This unique food and wine experience from Port Douglas will be tasting some of the best food and wine that the Atherton Tablelands has to offer. Journey through a variety of contrasting landscapes from lush rainforest, crops, dairyland to stunning ochre savannah plains. The rich volcanic soil allows farmers to grow many and diverse crops from bananas, coffee, sugar cane, avocados, mangoes, macadamia nuts, citrus and more which you will learn about as we taste our way around the regions 'Food Bowl.' Sit back and relax, take in the beautiful views as we take you on a fascinating and tasty journey through another gem of Far North Queensland. (time permitting we will also stop to buy incredible fresh produce along the way)

Your tour begins with being met by your friendly accredited guide at your accommodation. After introductions, drive north along the magnificent scenic coastal route learning about the history of the area and admiring spectacular views of the coastline and the Azure waters of the Coral Sea.

The first stop is at the Majestic Daintree River for morning tea (tea, coffee & biscuits) before enjoying an informative River Cruise. Relax and enjoy the splendour only the Daintree Rainforest can offer as you learn of Estuarine Crocodiles, mangrove forests and endemic wildlife. Next, make your way up over the Alexandra Range and pause for a panoramic view of World Heritage, Wet Tropics, and Tropical Rainforest merging with the azure colours of the Coral Sea. Your guide will take you on a journey through ancient Daintree Rainforest, whilst giving you an interpretation of flora and fauna. You will have ample time for photographs and questions as you search for the elusive, rare and totally unique Southern Cassowary and other wildlife species.

Enjoy lunch at a local cafe.

After lunch, continue along the 4WD Bloomfield Track through to pristine Emmagen Creek. Now it is time for a refreshing rainforest stream swim. Then make your way to Cape Tribulation Beach and stroll along the beach and boardwalk to the photographers' platform overlooking the mountains and coast where the 'Rainforest meets the Reef'.

Head back with a stop at the Daintree Ice-cream Company (ice cream at own expense).

Today is totally free and at leisure. You can take advantage of any optional activities available or simply relax.