Australia Travel Packages, Vacations, Cruises and Resorts, Queensland, The Great Barrier Reef, Uluru and Kata Tjuta, The Outback, Sydney, Melbourne, Cairnes, Brisbane, Perth, Darwin

DAY 1: ARRIVE CAIRNS

On arrival, you will be transferred from the airport by private car to your choice of accommodation. Cairns is bustling with waterfront activities, shopping and al fresco eateries. The Esplanade is the place to shop for Australian arts and crafts. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight: Cairns, choice of hotel for 3 nights

DAY 2: CAIRNS-PORT DOUGLAS- OUTER GREAT BARRIER REEF CRUISE

This morning, journey up the scenic Marlin Coast to charming Port Douglas. Enjoy a full-day cruise to the Outer Great Barrier Reef aboard a luxurious 120-foot wave-piercing catamaran. Moor at a special platform on Agincourt Reef. Swim, snorkel, view the marine life from the underwater observatory, or ride in the semi-submersible viewer. Cruise includes lunch, some water sports and an informative talk by a marine biologist. Optional extras include diving and a scenic helicopter flight. (L)

DAY 3: KURANDA RAIL-SKYRAIL GONDOLA-TJAPUKAI ABORIGINAL PARK

Board the famous Kuranda Scenic Railway for a breathtaking journey on one of the world's most scenic operational train routes across 40 bridges and stunning waterfalls. Arrive at Kuranda, nestled in the rainforest with attractive shops and galleries. Return to Cairns via the Skyrail Gondola, gliding over 9 miles of rainforest canopy. Then visit the award-winning Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park for a fascinating dance performance by local Aboriginal people. Return to your hotel late this afternoon. (L)

DAY 4: DEPART CAIRNS

Private car transfers will connect you with your onward flight.

Departs: Daily