Contiki Tours Reefs and Rainforests 16 Day Tour

Day 1
Cairns to Cape Tribulation  
Resort

The rainforest adventure begins! Meet up with your Contiki Crew & head north to see Port Douglas for lunch, with time to enjoy this holiday resort for the rich and famous. Then on to Mossman Gorge for a trail walk and perhaps a refreshing afternoon swim. We'll then head up the coast towards Daintree and our resort. (D)

Day 2
Cape Tribulation
Resort

The opposite of tribulation. Today we'll explore the lush Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation National Park. A 'must do' is a dip in one of the many swimming holes before we head back to Cape Tribulation Beach. (B)

Day 3
Cape Tribulation to Cairns
Resort

Crossing the Daintree River, we leave the heritage-listed rainforest to visit Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Center. Learn about the fascinating indigenous Aboriginal culture, watch native dancing, see spear throwing & learn how to toss a boomerang. Then it's back to Cairns for the evening. (B)

Day 4 Day 5
Cairns
Resort

For the adventurous, a chance to do some white water rafting on the rapids of the Tully River, or take the opportunity to visit the famous Outer Barrier Reef aboard a high-speed catamaran. Why not scuba dive amidst amazingly colourful tropical fish? Or if you prefer, maybe spend the days at leisure doing some shopping in town. In the evening we'll check out more tropical wildlife at one of Cairns' nightclubs!

Day 6
Cairns to the Whitsundays
Resort

Pass through Tully and Townsville en route to Airlie Beach - gateway to the Whitsunday Islands. A quick ferry ride & you'll find yourself in a slice of heaven on pretty Daydream Island. (B,D)

Day 7 Day 8
The Whitsundays
Resort

Time to enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and great amenities of The Whitsundays. If you're feeling energetic why not go bushwalking, play tennis or beach volleyball, or take to the water with a snorkel or a jet ski? If you prefer to relax then unwind on the palm-lined beach, have a massage, or sip cocktails at the bar as you watch another perfect sunset. (B)(B)

Day 9
The Whitsundays to Country Homestead
Country Homestead

Travel through sugar cane fields via Mackay to the Capricorn Coast and into the heart of Australia's beef industry. Then to our unique Aussie experience at our Country Homestead. Enjoy a hearty meal and hospitality the Australian way! (B,D)

Day 10
Country Homestead to Fraser Island
Eco Lodge

This morning we continue through the country as we leave our Country Homestead, before hooking up with our ferry to Fraser Island. (B,D)

Day 11
Fraser Island
Eco Lodge

Now you're on the largest sand island in the world! What to do? Here are a few clues. Why not take a 4-wheel drive bus tour through the rainforests, a guided bushwalk or a swim in the fresh water lakes? With this many options there's no chance of going troppo!

Day 12
Fraser Island to Surfers Paradise
Hotel

Today we travel South along the coast to Noosa Heads with its stunning beaches and great shopping. From there we'll take in the sights and sounds of Brisbane before arriving in Surfers Paradise. After dinner, try your luck at Jupiter's Casino! (B)

Day 13
Surfers Paradise
Hotel

So much to do in the name of leisure. Here goes! Relax on 42km (26miles) of white sand beaches, or if you're feeling adventurous - why not try a tandem skydive, Tigermoth joyflight or Harley Davidson ride. All are available in Australia's biggest playground.

Day 14
Surfers Paradise to Coffs Harbour (Surf Village)
Surf Village

Today see Australian wildlife at Currumbin, before we are on to Byron Bay with plenty of time to relish this arty town. Later we arrive at our Surf Village near Coffs Harbour for a night of festivities! (B,D)

Day 15
Coffs Harbour to Shoal Bay (Port Stephens)
Resort

This morning a chance to try the iconic Aussie sport of surfing, and be taught by the best in the business, at our Surf Village. This afternoon we drive to Port Stephens and our resort at spectacular Shoal Bay. (B,D)

Day 16
Shoal Bay to Sydney

Today you can choose to cruise with dolphins, or why not take a tour through the sand dunes and try your hand at sandboarding! This afternoon we cross the famous Sydney Harbour Bridge. We'll then make a photostop taking in the harbour and Opera House. Time to exchange addresses, snapshots and stories as we return to Sydney where our tour ends and the memories begin! (B)