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WHY YOU ' LL LOVE THIS TRIP :

• Spend an idyllic two nights on Hamilton Island

• Snorkel the famous Great Barrier Reef

• The pristine beaches are some of Australia ’ s best

• Locals give a unique insight into farm life at Langmorn

As this vacation departs at 7.30am from Rydges Sydney Central , accommodations will need to be pre-booked for the previous night .

1 Sydney – Coffs Harbour

Start discovering the landscapes of Australia ’ s east coast as you travel northward to the coastal town of Coffs Harbour . From your accommodations nestled amongst sprawling tropical gardens , you ’ ll have the opportunity to wander down to Little Diggers Beach and Diggers Head . Enjoy the early evening sea breeze just like the locals do . Tonight enjoy a Welcome Reception and dinner with your Travel Director . Hotel : BreakFree Aanuka Beach Resort . D

2 Coffs Harbour – Gold Coast

Journey to Cape Byron Lighthouse for superb views over the Pacific Ocean from Australia ’ s eastern-most point . Afterwards spend time discovering the relaxed bohemian vibe of Byron Bay . For lunch we recommend fresh fish and chips on the beach , there ’ s nothing more Australian . Continue to the famous vacation destination , the Gold Coast . Hotel : Novotel Surfers Paradise , 2 nights . B

3 Gold Coast Free Time

Today you have the freedom to enjoy the Gold Coast in your own style . Nature lovers may head to Mt . Tamborine , foodies explore the growing culinary culture or those needing relaxation just stroll down to the sand and salt of Surfers Paradise Beach . B

4 Gold Coast – K ’ gari ( Fraser Island )

Guests join this morning on the Gold Coast ( Code : QGC ). This morning you ’ ll head to Australia Zoo ’ s Wildlife Hospital . See how AAT Kings works with the Wildlife Warriors , and go behind the scenes to see how the Wildlife Hospital is giving injured wildlife a second chance . Over a twelve month period , between 6,000 and 8,000 animals are brought to the hospital for lifesaving treatment . This afternoon the ferry will take you across to the World Heritage listed K ’ gari , also known as Fraser Island . Hotel : Kingfisher Bay Resort , 2 nights . B

5 K ’ gari ( Fraser Island )

A day of discovery lies ahead as your 4WD tour takes you for a ride around the island ’ s must-see sites . Visit Lake McKenzie , ringed with magnificent white sandy beaches . Walk through the ancient rainforest at Central Station and Wanggoolba Creek with its huge satiny , scribbly gum and kauri trees . Across the island to 75 Mile Beach , the sand highway will take you up the eastern coast to the Pinnacles Colored Sands ; cooling , calm waters of Eli Creek and the famous sinking Maheno Shipwreck . B L

6 K ’ gari ( Fraser Island ) – Rockhampton

Visit Langmorn Station , a fully operational family run cattle station . Meet the Creed family and take a guided tour of the property including the original family homestead , built in 1873 . Enjoy afternoon tea in the garden in the company of the pet kangaroo ! Cross the Tropic of Capricorn as you arrive in Rockhampton , the beef capital of Australia . Your night is free so why not try some local beef at one of the town ' s steakhouses . Hotel : Quality Regent . B

7 Rockhampton – Hamilton Island

Travel north to Sarina today for a guided tour of its unique miniature sugar mill and distillery .

At Airlie Beach you ’ ll catch the ferry to Hamilton Island , one of 74 islands that make up the Whitsunday group in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef . The spectacular island boasts pristine beaches and a kaleidoscope of coral and marine life . Hotel : Reef View , 2 nights . B L

8 Hamilton Island Free Time

Today is yours to indulge in your own pleasures – consider an optional experience . Perhaps cruise to famous Whitehaven Beach , take a scenic flight over the iconic Heart Reef or sit back with a good book by one of the resort ’ s stunning pools . B

9 Hamilton Island – Mission Beach

Take the ferry back to the mainland this morning , from where you ' ll head north to the seaside town of Mission Beach . Nestled between World Heritage rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef , your accommodations offers superb views over the Coral Sea . Hotel : Castaways Resort and Spa . B D

10 Mission Beach – Cairns

Today ’ s journey takes you to the Atherton Tablelands , with its lush rainforests , spectacular waterfalls and peaceful lakes . Visit Millaa Millaa Falls and the heritage listed 500-yearold Curtain Fig Tree , and keep an eye out for the magnificent Ulysses butterfly . Spend some free time in Kuranda , the ‘ village in the rainforest ’, before traveling on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway . Your six-person gondola will provide spectacular views of the rainforest and the Coral Sea . Hotel : Pacific , 2 nights . B

11 Great Barrier Reef

Board a high-speed catamaran today and cruise out to the iconic Great Barrier Reef , the only living organism that can be seen from the moon . You ’ ll have the opportunity to go snorkeling ( equipment provided ) or view the spectacular coral and tropical fish from the underwater observatory and glass bottom boat . Enjoy a tropical buffet lunch on board , before you return in the late afternoon for a Farewell Dinner with your Travel Director and new-found friends . B L FD

12 Farewell from Cairns

Say farewell to your fellow travelers when your vacation comes to an end this morning after breakfast . B

DEPARTURES

From $ 3995

QSC : Sydney to Cairns | 12 Days 2021 2022

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From $ 3015

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Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

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QGC : Gold Coast to Cairns | 9 Days 2021

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per person twin share land only

per person twin share land only

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A limited number of single rooms are available at a supplement . Ask your travel agent at time of booking if available .

Visit our website or call your Travel Agent for current pricing and available departure dates .

SMART WAYS TO SAVE

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Kings Club Young Traveler Discount Triple Share

DINING

11 Full buffet breakfasts B 3 Lunches L

Frequent Traveler 5 % off 5-15 years up to 10 % off 5 % off pp

2 Dinners D 1 Farewell Dinner FD

FLIGHT INFORMATION

Day prior – flights to arrive anytime into Sydney Airport ( QSC ) Day 3 – flights to arrive anytime into Gold Coast Airport ( QGC ) Day 12 – flights to depart anytime from Cairns Airport ( QSC , QGC ) Flights are not included in the vacation price