Tour Specials!
from $460 per person
(private double cabin)
SAVE $240
from $440 per person
(share cabin)
Includes levies & city hotel transfers
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- 4 hours on reef pontoon
- Sumptuous buffet lunch including fresh seafood
- All snorkelling equipment
- Complimentary glass bottom boat and semi-submersible vessel tours
Fitzroy Island
- Over five hours to explore the great barrier reef and island
- All snorkelling equipment
- Self-guided rainforest walks
$199 per adult
One of the best Outback Day Tours in Queensland!!
* Reurn Hotel Transfers
* Lake Barrine Cruise
* Morning Tea
* Curtain Fig Tree
* Millaa Millaa Falls
* View Windy Hill Farm
* BBQ Luch
* Woodleigh Cattle Station
* Halloran's Lookout
* Mt Uncle Distillery
TH- Kuranda Experience - Cairns
TH- Kuranda Experience

- Kuranda Scenic Rail
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
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The Kuranda Experience - Tropical Horizons
KURANDA BUDGET TOURS:
* Pickup from your hotel at 9am or 10am
* Skyrail journey to Kuranda
* Free time in Kuranda Village
* Kuranda Scenic Train back to Cairns Central Railway departing 2pm or 3:30pm
* Make your own way back to your accommodation
KURANDA VILLAGE TOURS:
* Coach pickup from your accommodation to Cairns Central Railway Station (Or Freshwater Station for 6NB) for Train journey to Kuranda
* Free time in Kuranda
* Skyrail departing Kuranda at 1pm or 3pm
* Coach transfer back to your hotel departing at 2:45pm or 4:45pm
KURANDA VILLAGE:
Kuranda Village is a quaint little township in the rainforest, situated where both Skyrail and the Kuranda Scenic Train journeys terminate. Kuranda Village is famous for arts and crafts and indigenous artifacts and the excellent attractions of the Butterfly Sanctuary, Koala Gardens, Birdworld and the Aviary.
Passengers travelling with Tropical Horizons Day Tours may obtain discount entry to these attractions (show your tour sticker, train/railway or Skyrail pass).
Both The Original Kuranda Markets and the Heritage Markets now open daily.
SKYRAIL RAINFOREST CABLEWAY:
You will journey up the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway which spans 7.5kms over pristine rainforest.
Gliding just metres above the rainforest canopy in comfortable six-person gondola cabins, the Skyrail journey will immerse you in an intimate rainforest experience. Enjoy the stunning rainforest scenery, panoramic views of the Cairns’ tropical region and the glittering waters of the Coral Sea.
During your Skyrail journey you will have time to explore two on the rainforest mid-stations - Red Peak and Barron Falls, where you can explore the forest floor on boardwalks, view the scenic look-outs and spend time in the state-of-the-art Rainforest Interpretive Centre.
A one-way Skyrail Experience will take approximately 90 minutes to complete.
You can spend as much time at you like at Skyrail’s rainforest mid-stations enjoying the facilities and rainforest atmosphere. Plan to spend approximately 20-30 minutes.
KURANDA SCENIC RAILWAY:
The Kuranda Scenic Railway is a spectacular journey offering views of World Heritage Listed rainforest, steep ravines and picturesque waterfalls within the Barron Gorge National Park. This famous railway winds its way from Kuranda to Cairns.
The Train departs Cairns Railway at 8:30am or 9:30am and Freshwater 8:45am or 9:45am and departs from Kuranda at 2pm or 3:30pm. Allow 1.5 hours for this journey.
OPTIONAL UPGRADES:
Tjapukai Cultural Experience combines the latest in theatrics and technology with interactive activities with local Aborigines, featuring traditional culture and customs. Your experience includes:
- Aboriginal dance performance
- Lessons on how to play the didgeridoo
- Throw a boomerang - option to have your photo taken
- Interactive demonstrations of bush food
- Complimentary face painting
Gold Class on Kuranda Scenic Railway a special rail journey for the discerning traveller - all in your exclusive carriage. Your experience includes:
- Dedicated host service with appetisers and beverages including beer, sparkling and still wine
- Individual seating, tub chairs
- Ambient historical décor
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| Kuranda Budget Tours | Adult | Child | Family | |
| 4A- Coach-Kuranda-Train | $83.00 | $45.00 | $233.00 | |
| 4RR- Pickup-Train-Kuranda-Train | $92.00 | $48.00 | $240.00 | |
| 4KES- Pickup 9am-Skyrail-Train | $107.00 | $57.00 | $288.00 | |
| 4KESL- Pickup 10am-Skyrail-Train | $107.00 | $57.00 | $288.00 | |
| 4KESLL- Pickup 11am-Skyrail-Train | $107.00 | $57.00 | $288.00 | |
| 4KES+T- Pickup-Tjapukai-Skyrail-Train | $142.00 | $74.50 | $375.50 | |
| 4KES+GC- Pickup 9am-Skyrail-Train Gold Class | $157.00 | $107.00 | $488.00 | |
| Kuranda Village Tours | Adult | Child | Family | |
| 4SK- Coach-Kuranda-Skyrail-Cairns transfers | $89.00 | $48.00 | $253.00 | |
| 6KER- Train 8:30am-Skyrail-Cairns transfers | $116.00 | $62.00 | $316.00 | |
| 6KERL- Train 9:30am-Skyrail-Cairns transfers | $116.00 | $62.00 | $316.00 | |
| 6KES- Skyrail 9:45am-Train 2pm-Cairns transfers | $116.00 | $62.00 | $316.00 | |
| 6KESL- Skyrail 10:45am-Train 2pm-Cairns transfers | $116.00 | $62.00 | $316.00 | |
| 6NB- Train 9:45am-Skyrail-Beaches transfers | $120.00 | $65.00 | $330.00 | |
| 6KER+T- Train 8:30am-Skyrail -Tjapukai-Cairns transfers | $151.00 | $79.50 | $403.50 | |
| 6KERL+T- Train 9:30am-Skyrail-Tjapukai-Cairns transfers | $151.00 | $79.50 | $403.50 | |
| 6NB+T- Train 9:45am-Skyrail-Tjapukai-Beaches transfers | $155.00 | $82.50 | $417.50 | |
| 6KEH- Train-Skyrail-Hartleys-Cairns transfers | $175.00 | $91.00 | $476.00 | |
| 6NBR- Train-Rainforestation-Skyrail- Beaches transfers | $199.00 | $105.00 | $543.00 | |
| OPTIONAL EXTRAS | |
| Prices valid from now until 31 March 2013 | |
| Kuranda Gold Class Upgrade | $50.00 |
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| Child Age = 4-14 years | |
| Family = 2 Adults & 2 Children | |
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| WE DO NOT CHARGE BOOKING FEES OR CREDIT CARD SURCHARGES |
Whats Hot!
Cairns Getaway Package!
-4 nights The Hotel Cairns
-Green Island Day trip
-Snorkel gear or Glass bottom boat
-Kuranda Train/Skyrail - hotel transfers
-$10 Breakfast Vouchers daily per person
-Complimentary Smart Car!
Only $405 per person
(based on 2 people sharing)
SAVE $96 per person
*add full breakfast daily and Deluxe Tower Room upgrade for only $39/person
(based on 2 people sharing)
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Shangri-La Cairns is situated at the Marlin Marina connected to the Pier shopping complex and adjacent to the Reef Fleet Terminal.
STAY 3 PAY 2
From $192 per night
*Save from $288*
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STAY 4 PAY 3
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Lizard Island surrounded by the unspoilt wonders of the Great Barrier Reef
FREE RETURN FLIGHTS
Book a minimum 5 nights stay on Lizard Island in any room type and receive complimentary return flights to Lizard Island from Cairns for two adults.
SAVE $1156
per couple
(Blockout dates apply: 01 - 31 Aug 2012 and 20 - 27 Oct 2012)
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Travel between 01/June/2012 and 20/December/2012
Mantra Esplanade located opposite the esplanade swimming lagoon and steps to the Marina.
STAY 3 PAY 2
reduced to $133 p/n
based on 1 Bed City View
Travel between now and 21/June/2012
5 night Reef & Rainforest package
- Bay Village Studio Room
-Continental Breakfast daily
-FREE 5 hours wireless i.net
-FREE drink when dining
-Outer Barrier Reef
-Coral Viewing Tour
-Kuranda Train & Skyrail
-Cape Tribulation
-Rainforest Habitat
-Daintree River Cruise
from $726 p/person
including levy
save $281 person
Travel between now and 31/March/2013
Mantra Trilogy Located right in the heart of the Esplanade and minutes walk from restuarants, shops and Marina precinct.
STAY 3 PAY 2
reduced to $153 p/n
based on 1 Bed Apartment
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Silky Oaks Lodge is a romantic luxury rainforest lodge located on the Mossman River 1.5 hours north of Cairns.
'Uniquely Silky'
3 night package
- breakfast for 2 daily
- bottle of Moet and canape's
- 3 course dinner nightly
- 1.2hr Kuku Yalanji dreamtime walk
- 1 hour spa treatment/person
Only $1099/person
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Bay Village
Stay 5 nights and receive:
- Room upgrade to Studio
- Continental Breakfast daily
- FREE 5 hours wireless internet
- FREE drink when dining
Based on a minimum stay of 5 consecutive nights, 2 pax staying
only $130 room/night
Book before 30/June/2012
Travel between now and 31/March/2013
The Hotel Cairns Located one block from the famous Esplanade.
STAY 4 PAY 3
FREE USE OF SMART CAR
to explore the region
$10 BREAKFAST VOUCHER
reduced to $108 per night (including discount)
Upgrade to Deluxe Tower Room including full breakfast daily reduced to $126.75/night
Based on Twin Share
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