Type: Contiki Tours
Minimum Price: AUD $ 2,230

AAT Kings’ 11 day Tropical Escapade camping tour, see Australia’s scenic east coast from Cairns to Sydney including Whitsundays, Fraser Island & the Gold Coast

Spectacular sightseeing experiences Relax in tropical Cairns Great Barrier Reef cruise Ride the Skyrail Cableway Pamagirri Experience Scenic Kuranda Railway Cruise the Whitsundays Historic Langmorn Station Fraser Island 4WD adventure Time to explore Brisbane Stay on the famous Gold Coast Stop in colourful Byron Bay Overnight in Coffs Harbour INCLUDED Aboriginal Cultural Experience

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Camping Tour inclusions:

 

Transportation Tour by luxury air-conditioned coach with 2-door access, restroom, seatbelts, reclining seats, panoramic windows

Professionally Escorted Tour with an experienced, professional Tour Director, Tour Driver and Safari Cook

Dining Inclusions Full Breakfasts (10) B Lunches (5) L Friendly get together at Happy Hour Delicious two course dinners (6) D

Accommodation You will be required to erect your own tent in established campgrounds. Enjoy a comfortable hotel stay on 1 night

Plus

• Welcome drink
• Complimentary sleeping bag
• Complimentary Camping Essentials Kit
• All purpose travel bag and map
• Airport transfers (Day 1 from Cairns Airport - flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm; Day 11 to Sydney Airport - flights to depart after 7.00pm)

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Day 1 Fri: Arrive Cairns
On arrival in Cairns you will be transferred to the campsite. Your Tour Director will meet you at approximately 6.00pm. Tonight enjoy a welcome drink with your crew and fellow travelling companions.
Camp: Cairns, 3 nights. D

On arrival in Cairns you will be transferred to the campsite. Your Tour Director will meet you at approximately 6.00pm. Tonight enjoy a welcome drink with your crew and fellow travelling companions. Camp: Cairns, 3 nights.

Day 2 Sat: Great Barrier Reef
Board the high-speed catamaran for a full day cruise to the Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy a reef presentation to learn more about the wonders of the reef, view spectacular coral and tropical fish from the Underwater Observatory or semi- submersible boat. Go snorkelling and view this natural wonder up close (equipment provided). Enjoy a tropical buffet lunch, before returning to Cairns. BLD

Day 3 Sun: Skyrail - Kuranda
This morning board the Skyrail Cableway for a journey above the rainforest to explore Kuranda. Enjoy the Pamagirri Experience where you will take the 'Dreamtime' walk along the Rainbow Serpent, through Aboriginal traditions, myths and legends. Learn how to throw a boomerang or play the didjeridu. Watch dancers perform the Pamagirri Corroboree. Board the Kuranda Train for the scenic journey back to Cairns. B

Day 4 Mon: Airlie Beach
Commence the journey south and travel to Townsville for a brief stop. Continue onto Airlie Beach, gateway to the beautiful Whitsunday Islands.
Camp: Airlie Beach, 2 nights. BD

Day 5 Tue: Whitsunday Islands
Cruise by catamaran to Hamilton Island. Spend time exploring the island, before travelling to Whitehaven Beach, where pure white silica sand is fringed by the clear sparkling Whitsunday waters. A sumptuous tropical buffet lunch is also included today for your enjoyment. BL

Day 6 Wed: Rockhampton
Travel to Mackay, the sugar capital of Australia, for a short break. Enjoy some free time this afternoon to look around Rockhampton. Continue south to Langmorn Station, a fully operational cattle station. Enjoy a guided tour of 'The Old Station' and historic 'Langmorn Homestead'.
Camp: Langmorn Station. BLD

Tour Dates
Departs	Returns
2007
A$2050
02 Mar	12 Mar
A$2230
06 Apr	16 Apr*
20 Apr	30 Apr
25 May	04 Jun
29 Jun	09 Jul
03 Aug	13 Aug*
07 Sep	17 Sep
12 Oct	22 Oct
16 Nov	26 Nov*
21 Dec	31 Dec
2008
A$2230
25 Jan	04 Feb
29 Feb	10 Mar
A$2340
04 Apr	14 Apr*
25 Apr	05 May
30 May	09 Jun
04 Jul	14 Jul
08 Aug	18 Aug*
12 Sep	22 Sep
17 Oct	27 Oct
21 Nov	01 Dec*
26 Dec	05 Jan
* = Guaranteed Departure

Day 7 Thu: Hervey Bay
Travel via Miriam Vale and Gin Gin enroute to Hervey Bay, gateway to Fraser Island. Lying just offshore of Hervey Bay, remarkable Fraser Island is ready to be explored tomorrow.
Camp: Hervey Bay, 2 nights. BLD

Travel via Miriam Vale and Gin Gin enroute to Hervey Bay, gateway to Fraser Island. Lying just offshore of Hervey Bay, remarkable Fraser Island is ready to be explored tomorrow.Camp: Hervey Bay, 2 nights.

Day 8 Fri: Fraser Island
Cruise to World Heritage listed Fraser Island, the longest sand island in the world and the largest island off Australia's East Coast, where ancient rainforests grow in sand along the banks of fast flowing crystal-clear creeks. On arrival board a 4WD and traverse the sand dunes. Tour 75 Mile Beach, see the Cathedrals, cliff faces of coloured sands, stop at Eli Creek and enjoy a delicious buffet lunch. Enjoy a leisurely cruise back to Hervey Bay this afternoon. BLD

Day 9 Sat: Brisbane - Gold Coast
This morning travel to Brisbane for an orientation tour and time to explore or perhaps do some opal shopping. Clients departing this afternoon in Brisbane conclude at 3.30pm at the Brisbane Transit centre (Tour Code: CCB). You will be transferred to Brisbane Airport for your onward flight (flights to depart after 5.00pm). Continue south to the famous Gold Coast, boasting 70 kilometres of spectacular golden beaches. Tonight, the evening is free for you to discover the vibrant Gold Coast and dine at one of the many local restaurants.
Camp: Gold Coast. B

This morning travel to Brisbane for an orientation tour and time to explore or perhaps do some opal shopping. Clients departing this afternoon in Brisbane conclude at 3.30pm at the Brisbane Transit centre (Tour Code: CCB). You will be transferred to Brisbane Airport for your onward flight (flights to depart after 5.00pm). Continue south to the famous Gold Coast, boasting 70 kilometres of spectacular golden beaches. Tonight, the evening is free for you to discover the vibrant Gold Coast and dine at one of the many local restaurants.Camp: Gold Coast.

Day 10 Sun: Coffs Harbour
Today, follow the lush Tweed River Valley to Cape Byron Lighthouse for superb views from Australia's eastern most point. We stop at colourful Byron Bay with time to explore the many interesting shops, before continuing along the Pacific Highway to Coffs Harbour. Enjoy an overnight stay in this picturesque resort town.
Hotel: Pelican Beach Resort, Coffs Harbour. B

Today, follow the lush Tweed River Valley to Cape Byron Lighthouse for superb views from Australia's eastern most point. We stop at colourful Byron Bay with time to explore the many interesting shops, before continuing along the Pacific Highway to Coffs Harbour. Enjoy an overnight stay in this picturesque resort town.Hotel: Pelican Beach Resort, Coffs Harbour.

Day 11 Mon: Coffs Harbour - Sydney
Stop at the coastal town of Port Macquarie. This afternoon continue travelling south across the beautiful Hawkesbury River into the 'Harbour City' of Sydney. Arrive at the AAT Kings Day Tour Terminal at approximately 5.30pm. You will be transferred to Sydney Airport to connect with your onward flight. B

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