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An aerial view of the Great Barrier Reef in Queensland, Australia
Land Tour

Great Barrier Reef Wonders

2026

Land Tour

Great Barrier Reef Wonders

Great Barrier Reef Wonders

From the ancient Daintree Rainforest to the Great Barrier Reef, discover Far North Queensland’s treasure trove of natural wonders on this short-and-sweet three-day adventure. Using Cairns and Port Douglas as your launchpad, explore an abundance of rainforests, waterfalls and stunning beaches.

3 day Land Tour

Itinerary

Cairns to Cairns

3 days / 2 night Land Tour

Day 1

Arrive Cairns, Port Douglas

Day 2

Port Douglas, Daintree National Park, Mossman Gorge

Day 3

Port Douglas, Depart Cairns

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Trip Inclusions

Discover the inclusions provided on your all-inclusive tour, ensuring a stress-free journey where every detail is taken care of.

Experiences in five destinations
Two nights in hand-picked accommodation
Locally inspired dining – A total of four meals
The services of an expert APT Driver-Guide
Transfers and porterage
Ride the Kuranda Skyrail Rainforest Cableway over the Daintree Rainforest’s dense canopy
Step through 135 million years of natural history with a self-guided walk along the trails of Mossman Gorge
Set off on a sunset cruise to the Low Isles on the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef

Tour Highlights

These exclusive or unique experiences are thoughtfully curated to take you on an inspiring journey beneath the surface of local history, culture and traditions. What's more, these once-in-a-lifetime moments are often not available to a regular traveller. The following highlights are just a taste of what we have prepared, especially for you.

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, a 7.5 kilometre scenic cableway running above the Barron Gorge National Park a World Heritage in the Wet Tropics of Queensland, Australia.
Credit Tourism and Events Queensland and Andrew Watson

A Rail Adventure Over the Rainforest

Set off on a unique rainforest experience across the treetops of the World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest. Aboard the Kuranda Skyrail, witness the vastness of this Wet Tropics area from above before disembarking at Red Peak to explore on foot.

Couple on Guided Dreamtime Walk

Mossman Gorge Dreamtime Walk

Discover the lush rainforest, meandering streams and culturally significant sites on a Ngadiku Dreamtime Walk through Mossman Gorge, led by a local Indigenous guide. Hear the stories and legends of the Kuku Yalanji people, and experience longstanding cultural traditions including a smoking ceremony, ochre paint making, and bush soap making.

Sunset Cruise on the Great Barrier Reef

Join a sunset cruise to the Low Isles on the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef. Spend golden hour swimming, exploring the island, snorkeling and observing the colorful reef from a glass-bottom boat.

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Breakfast with the Birds

Enjoy an exclusive breakfast experience unlike any other. Indulge on delicious breakfast platters while surrounded by bright, colorful birds including parrots and cockatoos. With a chance to speak to the keepers about the local wildlife and conservation, this unique dining experience is a must-do when visiting Far North Queensland.

Trip Extensions

More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities.

What our customers are saying

I would thoroughly recommend this trip to everyone as I would never have seen this beautiful part of our country by myself. Our driver/guide was so knowledgeable and passionate about the outback and made it so interesting.

Kimberley tour

Trip Notes

  • Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change 

  • Weather may cause disruptions to itinerary, especially in remote locations 

  • APT highly recommends travel insurance 

  • Arrival flight to Cairns on Day 1 must arrive prior to 1pm otherwise touring and dinner on this evening may be forfeited 

  • Day 3 flight to depart after 12.30pm (domestic) or 1.30pm (international) 

  • Tour Activity Level – Moderate. This tour includes some walks with gentle slopes and uneven ground. Alighting the tour vehicle requires stepping up onto steep steps. This tour is not appropriate for travelers using wheelchairs, walkers or other mobility aids 

  • Prices are for land only. Flights not included unless specified 

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