Day 1 Thu: Sydney – Coffs Harbour
Depart Sydney at 7.30am. Travel the scenic coastline of New South Wales, stopping at the coastal town of Port MacQuarie. Continue to Coffs Harbour. Tonight enjoy a welcome drink and dinner with your Tour Director and fellow travelling companions. Overnight at the NOVOTEL PACIFIC BAY RESORT.

Day 2 Fri: Byron Bay – Gold Coast
This morning journey to the Cape Byron Lighthouse and enjoy the superb views from Australia's eastern most point. Stop in exclusive Byron Bay for lunch (own expense) before following the lush Tweed River Valley to the famous Gold Coast. Tonight is free to dine at one of the many restaurants and cafés. Overnight at the WATERMARK HOTEL. (B)

Day 3 Sat: Gold Coast – Fraser Island
Travel along the Gold Coast to Brisbane for an orientation tour of the city and learn about opals. Continue on to Hervey Bay for the ferry crossing to Fraser Island. Renowned for its beauty and unique ecology, the island is now protected for posterity as a World Heritage Area. Overnight at the KINGFISHER BAY RESORT & VILLAGE. (B)

Day 4 Sun: Fraser Island
Today join your 4WD vehicle for a half-day tour of the island. Marvel at the majestic rainforest at Central Station. Visit Lake McKenzie, a beautiful freshwater lake, surrounded by white sandy beaches. Overnight at the KINGFISHER BAY RESORT & VILLAGE. (B)

Day 5 Mon: Rockhampton
Return to the mainland and stop at Langmorn Station, a fully operational cattle station. Enjoy afternoon tea at the homestead, a restored 'Queenslander' built in 1873. Cross the Tropic of Capricorn and continue to Rockhampton, situated on the broad Fitzroy River. Dine out this evening at the Dreamtime Cultural Centre. Learn about Aboriginal culture and traditions and be entertained before an overnight at the LEICHARDT HOTEL. (B HD)

Day 6 Tue: Hamilton Island
Travel north via Mackay, to Shute Harbour where you join a catamaran for your
short cruise through the Whitsundays to Hamilton Island. Tonight enjoy a delicious dinner on the terrace of the REEF VIEW HOTEL overlooking the main swimming pool. You will overnight here in Coral Sea View Rooms. (B)

Day 7 Wed: Hamilton Island
Enjoy a day at leisure to explore Hamilton Island. Opportunity to join a morning tour of the island including the fauna park, or take a cruise to Whitehaven Beach. Perhaps hire a golf cart and explore the island yourself. Tonight is free for independent dining at one of the many restaurants available on the island. Overnight at the REEF VIEW HOTEL, CORAL SEA VIEW ROOMS. (B)

Day 8 Thu: Townsville
Head north to the tropical city of Townsville. Enjoy a guided tour of Billabong Sanctuary. This afternoon is free to relax or perhaps take a stroll along The Strand. Overnight at the JUPITERS TOWNSVILLE HOTEL & CASINO. (B)

Day 9 Fri: Atherton Tablelands
Journey north then climb the high tropical plateau known as the Atherton Tablelands. Visit Millaa Millaa Falls and the famous Curtain Fig Tree. Enjoy a guided cruise on Lake Barrine, before making our way to Port Douglas, where we’ll overnight at the MANTRA TREETOPS RESORT & SPA. (B)

Day 10 Sat: Port Douglas 'Free Time'
Free day in Port Douglas today. There is an opportunity to explore the World Heritage rainforest, join a guided cruise on the Daintree River to perhaps spot the fearless saltwater crocodile, enjoy a walk along spectactular Four Mile Beach, or just sit back and relax by the pool. Your Tour Director will be able to assist you with bookings. Overnight at the MANTRA TREETOPS RESORT & SPA. (B)

Day 11 Sun: Great Barrier Reef
Join the Reef Magic catamaran and cruise out to the Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy a reef education presentation and view the spectacular corals and tropical fish from the underwater observatory and the semi-submersible craft. There is the opportunity to go snorkelling and view this natural living wonder up close (equipment provided). Enjoy a delicious tropical buffet lunch, before we return to Cairns this afternoon where we’ll overnight at the NOVOTEL OASIS CAIRNS. (BL)

Day 12 Mon: Kuranda
Board the Kuranda train for an historic journey taking you through the scenic countryside behind Cairns. Arrive at the cultural rainforest village of Kuranda with time to wander through the various stalls of the colourful Kuranda Markets. Later, board the Skyrail Cableway that takes you above the canopy of the tropical rainforest of the Barron Gorge National Park. Visit the award-winning Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park and learn about this ancient culture through theatre, stage shows and demonstrations, before your transfer back to the hotel. Overnight at the NOVOTEL OASIS CAIRNS. (B)

Day 13 Tue: Depart Cairns
Your tour concludes today after breakfast. You will be transferred to Cairns Airport for your onward flight. (B)