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The Harbour Lights Package includes 4 nights in a luxury apartment, the famous Skyrail & Train and a day at the Great Barrier Reef with Reef Magic.

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-4 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION
-HARBOUR LIGHTS CAIRNS
-1, 2 OR 3 BEDROOMS
-KURANDA SKYRAIL & TRAIN
-GREAT BARRIER REEF
-CORAL VIEWING TOURS
FROM $557 Per Adult
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Cairns Ultimate Getaway
Cairns Ultimate Getaway 6 night package offers the ultimate in value, inclusions and relaxation. Enjoy the best that Cairns and Green Island have to offer.

CAIRNS ULTIMATE GETAWAY

- 3 Nights at Shangri-La
- Kuranda Train Skyrail
- 3 Nights Green Island Resort
- Breakfast Daily
- Barrier Reef Tour
- Tropical Island Paradise
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Queenslander Getaway Package
QUEENSLANDER GETAWAY Stay at the Cairns Queenslander in a modern Jasmine hotel room, enjoy a light breakfast daily and the 2 most popular Cairns tours.

PERFECT SHORT BREAK

•4 nights - Jasmine Room
•Light breakfast daily
•Green Island Full Day Tour
•Kuranda Train & Skyrail
•Tour return hotel transfers
FROM $423 Per Adult
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3 Night Reef & Island Fun
Fitzroy Island is a tropical paradise just 45 minutes from Cairns by boat.

REEF & ISLAND FUN

$830 PER COUPLE
- 3 NIGHTS AT FITZROY ISLAND
- FERRY TRANSFERS
- OUTER REEF TRIP
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2 Day Package - Option 5
2 DAY REEF & KURANDA tour combo. You can't go wrong with this one! Explore 2 different reef destinations in a day followed by a rainforest experience to Kuranda on the famous Skyrail Cableway and Kuranda Train.

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- GLASS BOTTOM BOAT
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- KURANDA VILLAGE
- KURANDA SCENIC RAIL
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Trinity Beach Escape
7 night Trinity Beach Escape Admire the ocean from your beachfront balcony and take in the famous Outer Barrier Reef trip with Quicksilver including a spectacular coastal drive to Port Douglas. Kuranda Train & Skyrail daytrip.

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7 Nights
* Studio apartment @ Amaroo
* Return Airport transfers
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* All snorkelling equipment
* Semi Submarine
* Glass Bottom Boat
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4 Night Tropical Treat
The 4 night Tropical Treat package offers a quality Cairns experience at a fraction of the normal price.

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- 4 NIGHTS AT
MERCURE HARBOURSIDE
- OCEAN VIEW ROOM
- BARRIER REEF TOUR
- INTRO DIVE/SNORKEL
- BALLOON FLIGHT
- KURANDA SCENIC TRAIN
- SKYRAIL CABLEWAY
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Fitzroy Island Resort
Fitzroy Island Resort offers Resort Rooms and One bedroom Ocean View Suites on the Great Barrier Reef just 45 minutes from Cairns by ferry.

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-Large Resort Pool
-Restaurant
-Beachside beer garden
-Guest Lounge
-Adventure Centre
-Indoor Cinema
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Sea Temple Resort - BC
Sea Temple Palm Cove BC offer One, Two, Three & Four Bedroom Holiday Apartments in the world class Sea Temple Resort at Palm Cove. Guests have full access to resort facilities while paying a fraction of the price.

SEA TEMPLE

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7 night Fun & Sunshine Package
Fun & Sunshine is a 7 night package staying at Mercure Harbourside on the Cairns Esplanade. Featuring 2 excellent full day trips inc. a luxury sailing daytrip to the Great Barrier Reef with semi-submarine and the Kuranda Train & Skyrail.

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-7 nights 2 bedroom Hotel Suite
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-Kuranda Train & Skyrail
-FREE hourly shuttle to city
-FREE Wi-Fi
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Lizard Island Resort
Lizard Island Resort is truly secluded from the rest of the world. Located right on the Great Barrier Reef, there are 24 powdery-white beaches and 40 luxurious villas and suites.

REMOTE PRIVATE PARADISE

Rate includes:
* All gourmet meals
* Selected beverages
* Many activities
* 20% off Cns to Liz flights
FROM $1419 Per Night
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Southern Cross Atrium
Southern Cross Atrium is ideally located close to the Train Station, Shopping Centre and only a short stroll to the marina and esplanade.

STAY 7 PAY 6

- Self catering apartments
- 3 Swimming Pools
- Gym & Sauna
- BBQ area
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Ultimate Island & Port Package
The Ultimate Island & Port Package gives you 6 nights of absolute luxury with warm tropical skies, excellent snorkelling and luxurious accommodation. You will never want to leave...

INCLUDES

-3 Nights Green Island
-3 Nights Sheraton Mirage
-Barrier Reef Tour
-Breakfast Daily
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Trilogy Cairns - BC
Trilogy Cairns offers guests flexibility, with the choice of hotel rooms or 1 and 2 bedroom apartments

STAY 7 PAY 5

- Esplanade location
- Water views
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Cairns Getaway Package - Cairns

Cairns Getaway Package

4 NIGHTS @ THE HOTEL CAIRNS
FULL BREAKFAST DAILY | CARDIO GYM | POOL
GREEN ISLAND DAY TRIP
SNORKELLING OR GLASS BOTTOM BOAT TOUR
KURANDA TRAIN & SKYRAIL DAY TOUR
$918
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BASED ON
2 ADULTS
THE HOTEL CAIRNS
THE HOTEL CAIRNS ESCAPE TO BEAUTIFUL NORTH QUEENSLAND
ESCAPE TO BEAUTIFUL NORTH QUEENSLAND PLANTATION ROOM
PLANTATION ROOM UPGRADE TO DELUXE TOWER ROOM
UPGRADE TO DELUXE TOWER ROOM INCLUDES BREAKFAST
INCLUDES BREAKFAST BEAUTIFUL GREEN ISLAND
BEAUTIFUL GREEN ISLAND SELF GUIDED ECO WALK
SELF GUIDED ECO WALK SNORKEL GEAR
SNORKEL GEAR GLASS BOTTOM BOAT
GLASS BOTTOM BOAT USE OF RESORT FACILITIES
USE OF RESORT FACILITIES GREEN ISLAND BEACH
GREEN ISLAND BEACH OPTIONAL EXTRA KAYAKS
OPTIONAL EXTRA KAYAKS KURANDA SCENIC RAIL
KURANDA SCENIC RAIL KURANDA VILLAGE MARKETS
KURANDA VILLAGE MARKETS JOURNEY OVER RAINFOREST CANOPY
JOURNEY OVER RAINFOREST CANOPY SKYRAIL OVER BARRON RIVER
SKYRAIL OVER BARRON RIVER GUIDED RANGER WALKS
GUIDED RANGER WALKS

CAIRNS GETAWAY PACKAGE INCLUDES:

* 4 Nights at The Hotel Cairns
* Full Breakfast Daily
*
Green Island Day tour
* Snorkelling gear or Glass bottom boat tour
* Kuranda Rail, Skyrail & Hotel transfers

Day One:  Arrive into Cairns, check into The Hotel Cairns

The Hotel Cairns is one street back from the Cairns Esplanade and conveniently located an easy 10 minute drive from the Airport.  A 5 minute walk to the centre of the CBD, restaurants, cafes, cinemas and the main Esplanade precinct with its free lagoon swimming pool, boardwalks and nature observation posts.  The Hotel Cairns offers comfortable, classic, Queenslander style accommodation. 

Hotel Facilities include: 

  • Restaurant open for breakfast & dinner
  • Wireless internet throughout the property (charges apply)
  • New, cardio-gymnasium 
  • Swimming pool and spa
  • Undercover parking
  • Guest laundry (charges apply)

Room Facilities include: 

  • Air Conditioning & Ceiling Fans
  • Bath/Shower
  • Flat Screen, Satellite TV & DVD /CD Player
  • Hair Dryer
  • Iron & Ironing Board
  • Tea & Coffee Making Facilities
  • Mini Bar fridge

Plantation Rooms: Occupying the ground and first floor levels of our hotel, the 22sqm Plantation Rooms are modern, fully equipped hotel style rooms and are available in either 2 king single beds or 1 king size bed configuration.  Can accommodate Maximum 2 guests. 

Tower Rooms:   Located on the 2nd, 3rd and 4th level of the hotel, Tower Rooms have 33sqm of living area making them ideal for longer stays. Available in either a queen size bed or the option for an extra single bed configuration.

Day Two:  Green Island Eco Adventure  

Make your own way to the Reef Fleet Terminal for your Green Island Eco Adventure.  Located only a 10 minute stroll along the Cairns Esplanade, from The Hotel Cairns.  Check in is required 30 mins prior to your scheduled departure time.  

Your day includes: 

  • Return fast catamaran cruise
  • Tea and coffee
  • Self Guided Eco Island Walk
  • Choice of Glass Bottom Boat tour
  • OR use of snorkelling equipment
  • Use of Island swimming pool 
  • Use of day visitor facilities

Ferry Departures:

  • From Cairns-8:30am,10:30am,1:00pm
  • From Green Island-12:00pm,2:30pm,4:30pm
  • Allow 45 minutes travel time each way
  • Please advise preferred ferry times when booking

Green Island is the only coral cay on the Great Barrier Reef with a rainforest growing on it, which is home to 126 native plant species, colourful birdlife, surrounded by magnificent coral gardens and is some 15 hectares (approx 37 acres) in size.

With a range of exciting optional activities, you can design your day at your own pace. You'll also have the choice of glass bottom boat coral viewing OR snorkelling equipment.

Day Three:  Kuranda Train & Skyrail: 

Kuranda Village is a quaint little township in the rainforest, situated where both Skyrail and the Kuranda Scenic Train journeys meet.

Your Day:

  • Transfer to Freshwater Station at 07:30am
  • 08:45am Train to Kuranda
  • Arrives in Kuranda at approx 10:15am
  • Free time to explore the Village
  • Return via Skyrail at 2:45pm
  • Transfer to Cairns at 4:30pm

    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.

    Kuranda Village is famous for arts and crafts and indigenous artefacts and the excellent attractions of the Butterfly Sanctuary, Koala Gardens, Birdworld and the Aviary. The original Kuranda markets are open daily.

    Your return journey is via 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.
  • Train Gold Class upgrade:

    Gold Class has provided a premium experience, giving you the extra comfort and little bit of luxury, and a most memorable experience

    • 3.30pm departure from Kuranda to Cairns
    • Dedicated host service
    • Individual seating, lounge-style chairs
    • Ambient, historical décor, including timber look flooring, historical photographs and cedar interior
    • Kuranda Scenic Railway gift pack including Kuranda Scenic Railway badge, pen, postcard and postage
    • Souvenir trip guide
    • Optional exclusive tour of the Heritage-Listed Signal Cabin at Kuranda station
    • Queensland and local Tablelands produce such as Gallo Dairyland Cheese, Skybury Coffee, Wondaree Macadamias, Manago to Go (100% pure mango "ice-cream" style treat), freshly baked muffins with local fruit, Sirromet wines and Great Northern Brewing Company Super Crisp Lager
    • Welcome drinks served onboard the train

    Day Four: Free day to explore Cairns

    The Hotel Cairns is located within easy walking distance to the Cairns Lagoon and Shopping.  Alternatively, this is a great day to hire a car and drive up to Port Douglas or to book an additional tour such as White Water Rafting or a 4WD Rainforest Safari to Cape Tribulation. 

    Day Five: Check out from The Hotel Cairns, End of Package

    GOOD NEWS! All payments made to Travstar do not incur a credit card surcharge.

    All prices shown in Australian Dollars
    Prices valid from now until 31 March 2014
    4 Night Getaway | 2 Adults PACKAGE
    Plantation B&B | 1 Adult $719
    Plantation B&B | 2 Adults $918
    Tower B&B | 2 Adults $1010
    4 Night Getaway | 1 Adult PACKAGE
    Tower B&B | 1 Adult $811
    4 Night Getaway | Families PACKAGE
    Tower B&B | 1 Ad + 1 Ch $911
    Tower B&B | 1 Ad + 2 Ch $1101
    Tower B&B | 2 Ad + 1 Ch $1200
    4 Night Getaway | 3 Adults PACKAGE
    Tower B&B | 3 Adults $1299
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    Cairns Zoom
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    Bay Village Cairns
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    Blue Lagoon Trinity Beach
    Blue Lagoon Trinity Beach luxury holiday apartments in a unique lagoon front location

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    The 3 Day Reef, Kuranda & Cape Trib package Visit the best attractions in the region. Excellent value for money!!!

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