Day 1. Arrive Cairns. On arrival you will be transferred to your hotel as chosen below. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Tonight you may like to try the local seafood.

Day 2. Great Barrier Reef Cruise. Travel on Quicksilver's magnificent wavepiercing catamaran to the very outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef. You can choose whether to dive, snorkel or view the abundant sea life from the underwater observatory, or semi-submersible submarine. A delicious smorgasboard lunch is included. L

Day 3. Rainforest, Kuranda & Aboriginal Experience. Transfer to the Kuranda Scenic Train for a spectacular narrow gauge ride to charming Kuranda, famous for its markets. Travel into the towering rainforest on an amphibious army duck. Enjoy an Aussie barbecue lunch and an authentic aboriginal cultural performance under the canopy of the rainforest. Experience a "Dreamtime" walk with an aboriginal guide. Throw a boomerang! You will also see and touch Australian native animals including koalas and kangaroos. Return to Cairns on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. Glide over the lush canopy and stop at the rainforest interpretive centre. Coach transfer back to your accommodation. L

Day 4. Depart Cairns.Today is at leisure until you are transferred to the airport for your onward flight. Stay longer if you wish.

Coral Tree Inn, Mercure Harbourside, 201 Lake Street, Rydges Tradewinds, Oasis Resort, Cairns International, Lakes Resort & Spa

Palm Cove Hotels

Reef Retreat, Novotel Palm Cove, Sebel Reef House, Sea Temple Resort and Spa, Mango Lagoon Resort