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Queensland Adventure Northbound
Trip Valid:
01/01/2008 to 31/12/2008
Duration:
12 days (Brisbane to Cairns)
Highlights:
Hit the town in Bris Vegas, Swim in the clear waters of Hervey Bay, Discover the beaches and wildlife of Fraser Island, Experience Aussie farm life in the outback, Sail in the Whitsundays, Sleep in the rainforest at Mission Beach,
Trip Code:
PSC
Guarantee:
Departure is guaranteed, subject to 4 people travelling
Group Size:
Minimum 4, Maximum 12
Price:
USD $1670
*(plus local payment AUD $300)
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Extras:
view 2008 airport transfers and pre- & post-trip accommodation prices
Combining rugged adventure and coastal recreation, this is tropical Queensland at its very best! Be amazed by the region's natural beauty as we embark on a journey of relaxation and discovery. We learn the tricks of the trade at a cattle station, get back to nature in the tropical surroundings of a rainforest and soak up the pristine beauty of white sandy beaches. This is a trip that will leave you refreshed and revived even as it leaves you gasping in wonder again and again!
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meals included: 3 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Dinners
transport: Minibus, 4WD, ferry, boat
accommodation: Hotels (4 nts), permanent camp (1 nt), motels (2 nts), farmstay/bunkhouse (1 nt), bush camp (1 nt, optional), rainforest hut (2 nts)
budget: Allow AUD $450 for meals not included.
departs: Selected Thu
important notes: Some accommodation may be multishare
Day 1 Brisbane
Get a feel for Queensland in its fresh-faced and vibrant capital.
Day 2 Hervey Bay
Drive through the stunning Sunshine Coast hinterland to Hervey Bay, a haven for swimming, fishing and relaxing coastside. Stop in at Noosa Heads for a relaxing inderlude among lush forests, rocky headlands and tranquil beaches.
Days 3-4 Fraser Island
Kick back in this island paradise of washed-up shipwrecks, teeming wildlife and natural beauty. Enjoy a swim in the island's freshwater lakes or venture out to Indian Heads for a bout of shark-watching. Perhaps make time for a barbecue and leisurely game of cricket on the beach.
Days 5-6 Outback Farmstay
Have a true blue, dinki di Aussie experience at a family-owned cattle station. Milk a cow, muster some goats or learn to lasso before sitting down to a tasty bush dinner. Later set up a swag and sleep outside by the campfire.
Days 7-8 Airlie Beach
Meditate on the desolate beauty of outback Australia en route to Airlie Beach. Swim, snorkel or bask in the sun on a yachting excursion in the stunning Whitsundays.
Days 9-10 Mission Beach
With the South Pacific on one side and lush rainforest on the other, Mission Beach is a tropical wonderland. With rafting, sea-kayaking and skydiving options to choose from, there is plenty to keep you occupied. Stay in unique rainforest huts which have views of the surrounding foliage.
Days 11-12 Cairns
Our adventure ends in Cairns, gateway to the spectacular underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef and impressive Atherton Tablelands. Grab a beer and chill-out in this easy-going town.
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Joaquim Santos
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Saul Magitsky
Overall I enjoyed the trip, it was good to visit more difficult to reach places such as the farm stay. Was very disappointed at the group size - there were only 3 of us - would have liked to be advised of that before the trip to prepare me. The appeal of doing a group trip for me is to enjoy the company of a range of like minded people.
Joanne Garsden
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