The Best of Cairns tour exemplifies the character of Far North Queensland – the highlights of Cairns, tropical gardens, beach resorts, crocodiles, kangaroos and “true blue” Outback Aussies.
| Operates | Thursday-Wednesday |
| Departs | 1245hrs |
| Returns | 2230nrs |
| Adults | $204.00 |
| Children | $102.00 |
Fare Includes:
Afternoon Devonshire Tea, Dinner and Drinks, Billy Tea, entry to Night Zoo and guided wildlife spotting.
Highlights Include:
Cairns new beachside development.
Cairns Esplanade paralleling the harbour.
Historic Courthouse Hotel.
Reef Casino Hotel.
Grand verandahed pubs and heritage buildings.
Pockets of dense rainforest.
Bats and water birds.
Enjoy an afternoon tea of Genovese coffee/tea/hot chocolate with scones, gourmet jam and cream at Edge Deli in trendy Edge Hill.
Tropical homes and suburbs.
St Monica’s Cathedral – admire the incredible ‘Creation Windows’.
Visit Surprise Creek Waterfall in Barron Gorge – an inspiration to set designers on the hit movie ‘Avatar’.
Panoramic views over Cairns and surrounds from Copperlode Lookout.
Take a guided walk through Flecker Botanic Gardens – a breathtaking collection of lush native and exotic tropical plants, orchids, palms, heliconia, bamboo, tropical fruits and vines.
Palm Cove – an idyllic tropical coastal suburb.
Stroll along the glorious beach front Williams Esplanade of Palm Cove.
Cairns Night Zoo
Tuck into a delicious Aussie BBQ with complimentary drinks.
You will be provided with a torch (flashlight) by your guide, then walk in the dark and meet creatures of the night such as owls, possums and koalas. There are a large numbers of crocodiles – watch their eyes glow in the torchlight!
Enjoy Billy Tea and damper with a “swaggie” (an original Australian bushman).
Kangaroos are sure to say g’day and maybe even share a bite to eat!
After a complimentary beer, wine or soft drink, join in the fun and learn some Aussie bush dances.
