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North Queensland offers a playground of natural attractions for you to explore over the next 7 days.  You’ll experience everything from sailing in a tropical island paradise to ancient lush rainforests.  With plenty of meals included, quality accommodation already sorted and heaps to keep you busy – this is the perfect travel option if you want to kick back and relax and enjoy the ride!

DAY 1:  THE WHITSUNDAYS
Welcome to Airlie Beach, the heart of the thriving Whitsundays.  The town overlooks the beautiful Whitsunday Passage and the 74 nearby tropical islands.  If there’s a heaven on earth, it’s definitely in the Whitsundays so prepare to enjoy!  And the best way to experience this gorgeous region is onboard a boat – your home for the next 2 nights!  You’ll be watching the sunset over the water tonight from the heart of paradise.

NOTE:  We ask that you pack a small overnight bag to take onboard with you as space is limited.  Pack things like swimmers, beach towel, hat, sunscreen, camera, jacket, toiletries, sandals/thongs and casual clothes for 2 days.
Meals – Dinner

NB: Landlubbers Option*
If you’re certain you can’t stay onboard for 2 nights, you do have the option to stay on the mainland and enjoy Airlie Beach, and Club Crocodile Resort.  You’ll have the chance to experience a day cruise to Whitehaven Beach onboard Camira – otherwise you can hang with locals at the gorgeous man-made lagoon and make the most of this idyllic location. (Inc. 2xB, 1xL, 1xD)

DAY 2:  THE WHITSUNDAY ISLANDS
Wake up in one of the many sheltered coves that make up the Whitsundays.  You’ll set sail for golden sandy beaches, snorkel over island coral reefs and soak up the sun in this tropical wonderland.  A visit to the famous Whitehaven Beach and Blue Pearl Bay will also hopefully be an option – depending on the weather.  For the budding sailors, help set the sails and have a turn on the helm as we explore the islands.  By night you’ll star gaze the Milky Way and forget about your life back home.  You’re in heaven!
Meals – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

DAY 3:  THE WHITSUNDAYS TO AIRLIE BEACH
This morning we set sail again for another idyllic location before returning to the mainland and the busy resort town of Airlie Beach.  Tonight we’ll get to experience a night out in “Airlie” with plenty of bars and clubs so you can dance the night away. 
Meals – Breakfast

DAY 4:  AIRLIE BEACH TO CAIRNS
It’s a big day today as we bid farewell to this beach paradise and head north to Townsville. We break our journey for some lunch (own expense) before checking out The Strand – made up of 2.5km of beaches, parks, and cafes.  If time permits, we will take a drive up Castle Hill for breathtaking views overlooking the city and Magnetic Island.  Then the final stretch of the Bruce Highway unfolds before us on our way to Cairns. We will stop in at Cardwell taking in the views of Hinchinbrook Island National Park. With Cairns not far away, we pass the highest mountains in Queensland, Mt Bartle Frere (1622m) and Mt Bellenden Kr (1580m) as the Great Dividing Range joins the coast. Upon arrival into colourful Cairns, we’ll check in to our resort and enjoy some dinner (own expense). This evening you're free to visit the night markets, or if you prefer, kick back, relax and enjoy tropical North Queensland in one of the many nearby restaurants, bars or cafes!
Meals – Breakfast

DAY 5:  CAIRNS
Cairns is located on the edge of two extraordinary natural environments, the reef and the rainforest, and is the perfect base for a load of activities to suit everyone. Explore all that tropical North Queensland has to offer – the world is your oyster! Go wild with optional activities ranging from adventurous white water rafting* on the Tully River or Tandem Skydiving*, to a day trip* to the World Heritage listed Daintree Region. There’s Horse Riding*, Quad Biking*, Bungy Jumping*, Hot Air Ballooning* – the list goes on and on!  If you want some time out, the centre of Cairns has some great cafes and shopping. The swimming lagoon is close by and is a great place to cool off. If time permits, we can exchange our adventure stories over dinner (own expense) before you farewell your fellow travellers this evening.
Meals - Breakfast

DAY 6:  CAIRNS – OPTIONAL GREAT BARRIER REEF
Today you have the option to discover the world’s largest coral reef, the Great Barrier Reef, aboard a maxi-catamaran*.  The day includes lunch, all snorkelling equipment, optional introductory* and certified Scuba Diving* plus the thrill of sailing on a thoroughbred machine. Once anchored at the reef, slip over the side and explore this underwater paradise at your own pace.  You’ll be amazed by wonders of the reef that’s brimming with life!  Tonight after your day touring, you'll meet the local Tjapukai people and see how they showcase their culture, in an evening tailor-made especially for Topdeck.  You will be joined by a member of the Tjapukai dance troupe as they engage you in a discussion on the evening’s highlight event– Tjapukai by Night where fire explosions, spectacular special effects, music, dance and giant spirits come to life to take you on a dreamtime journey.  The evening finishes with a sumptuous buffet dinner and performance by the world famous Tjapukai dancers. 
Meals - Breakfast & Dinner

DAY 7:  CAIRNS
Today we head off to explore the tropical rainforest and Kuranda via the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. The Skyrail Experience, spanning 7.5kms travels over heritage listed, pristine rainforest, allows you to explore the wonders of an ancient tropical rainforest and learn about one of the most botanically fascinating and diverse areas on earth.  Gliding just metres above the rainforest canopy in comfortable six-person gondola cabins, the Skyrail journey immerses you in an intimate rainforest experience where you’ll see, hear, smell and become part of the tropical rainforest environment.  You’ll then arrive in Kuranda where you can explore the local arts and crafts of this rainforest village. This is a pretty spectacular way to end your adventure with us.
Meals – Breakfast

**Our experienced guides will tailor all of the activities based on seasonal & cultural conditions throughout the year, to maximise your experience and enjoyment.  Any deviation from this itinerary will be made with serious consideration and your best interests and safety our priority.