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11
Day Brisbane to Cairns 'Suncatcher' Tour
Departs Brisbane and Finishes Cairns
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Enjoy
the panoramic views of the Sunshine Coast, experience
a 2 day 4WD Safari on Fraser Island, go horse
riding at Kroombit Cattle Station, go kayaking
at Cape Tribulation, and sun-bathe, snorkel and
swim the idyllic waters of the Whitsundays.
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Name: |
11
Day Brisbane to Cairns Tour |
| Tour
Code: |
G-BC12 |
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Brisbane |
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Departure
Dates:
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Jan
2011: Wed 12 19 26
Feb 2011: Wed 16 23
Mar 2011-Mar 2012: Every Wed |
| Departure
Time: |
2 central Brisbane locations at 11.30am |
| Finishes: |
Cairns |
| Finish
Time: |
Cairns
early evening day 11 |
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Tour
Prices: Adult
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| 1st
April 2011 - 31st March 2012 |
| Tour
Price (AUD) |
Adult |
Child |
Plus
ParkFees |
Total
Adult |
Total
Child |
| Standard
( 10 nights multi-share accommodation with
shared facilities) |
| Dorm
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$2645 |
N/P |
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$2645 |
N/P |
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Upgrade ( 6 nts budget ensuite, 2 nts budget
accomm with shared facilities, 2 nts multi-share
with shared facilities) |
| Twin/
Double* |
$2820 |
N/P |
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$2820 |
N/P |
| Single* |
$3180 |
N/P |
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$3180 |
N/P |
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Note*: Upgrade accommodation is not available
whilst Whitsunday Sailing and will not feature
ensuite facilities at the outback cattle
station stay.
*Upgrade
accommodation is subject to availability,
must be requested at time of booking and
is not available whilst sailing the Whitsundays.
Upgrade rooms do not feature ensuite facilities
at Kroombit. 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.
This tour is not available
to children 12 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.
based on tour base component. Excludes optional
extras and park fees. |
| Min
Numbers: |
4
Minimum
8 passengers required for sailing and Fraser Island
tour to be operated as a private charter. |
| Max
Numbers: |
14 |
| 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.
Easy: May include hikes up to 5 kms. 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 and money
for some meals and optional activities.
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Included: |
Experienced
guide, meals as indicated, 10 nights multi-share
accommodation (or upgrade to: 6 nights ensuite,
2 nights private room with shared facilities and
2 nights multi-share accommodation), national park
fees, 2 night Whitsunday sailing, 2 day 4WD Fraser
Island Tag Along tour, wild dolphin feeding, outback
cattle station experience including a horseback
goat muster, trap shooting and mini-rodeo. |
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ITINERARY:
Day
1 - Brisbane to Rainbow Beach
Just north of Brisbane there is the option to visit Australia
Zoo or take a short break at the spectacular lookout at Wild
Horse Mountain. Enjoy panoramic views of the Sunshine Coast
overlooking Noosa and Mooloolaba before arriving at Rainbow
Beach; a vibrant young coastal town, with glistening coloured
sands and a relaxed atmosphere. This evening relax in our
accommodation, located just 100 metres from the beach. (D)
Days
2 & 3 - 2 Day Fraser Island 4WD Tag Along Tour
We spend the next two days exploring Fraser Island on a locally
guided 4WD tag a long safari, staying overnight at Eurong
Resort. During this time you will drive along Seventy-Five
Mile Beach, explore Lake Wabby, Lake Mackenzie, Eli Creek
and Indian Head, be sure to take a photograph of the Maheno
Wreck. We return to Rainbow Beach in the late afternoon (Day
3) where we stay overnight. (Day 2: BLD, Day 3: BL)
Day
4 - Rainbow Beach to Kroombit Cattle Station
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 head inland 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 and learn the art
of cracking a whip! (BD)
Day
5 - Kroombit Cattle Station Today is jam-packed with wonderful
activities also 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
6 - Kroombit to Airlie Beach/ Whitsunday Sailing
We start early today with a hearty breakfast before our big
drive from Kroombit back to the coast! At Airlie Beach we
board our private chartered yacht for two magical days and
nights sailing the finest waters in the world - the Whitsunday
Islands. (BD)
Day
7 - 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 multi-share
only; no twin and doubles for these two nights. (BLD)
Days
8 & 9 - Whitsunday Sailing to Mission Beach
Back on land, we leave Airlie Beach and head to tropical Mission
Beach. Known as the adrenaline capital of the north, Mission
Beach offers many optional activities. Why not take a full
day white-water rafting trip down the mighty Tully River.
Those with a strong sense of adventure can try tandem skydiving,
landing on the beach or catch the water taxi out to Dunk Island
for some stunning rainforest hiking. You could go on a fishing
charter, relax on the 14 km of pristine beach or go for a
rainforest hike in search of the elusive Cassowary. (Day 8:
BD, Day 9: B)
Day 10 - Mission Beach to Cape Tribulation
Heading further north we will stop at the Boulders for a refreshing
swim before passing through Cairns towards the World Heritage
Daintree Rainforest area. We catch the ferry over the Johnson
River to our hideaway accommodation in the rainforest. There
are lots of layback options to select from including a rainforest
spotlighting walk, a stroll down to the beach or a cool off
in the pool. (B)
Day
11 - Cape Tribulation to Cairns
You may wish to start the day with a three hour sunrise kayaking
cruise (own expense) before we start winding our way back
down along the coastline. There's the opportunity for a final
photo of a deserted beach, complete with overhanging palm
trees before we reach our final destination of Cairns. (B)
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Note:
Itineraries may vary and/or attractions be substituted due
to seasonal conditions, weather extremes.
Safaris must be reconfirmed by 4pm the day before travel
direct with the tour operator. See your ETicket after booking
for contact details.
Personal luggage 15kgs: Is limited to an overnight bag of
max 15kgs and a day pack.
B
= Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
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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