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Tropical Queensland: Brisbane to Cairns (Small Group, 2026/2027)

9 days
From Brisbane to Cairns
4.3
116 traveler reviews

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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 48
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Brisbane to K'gari (Fraser Island)

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Kingfisher Bay Resort)

    Included Activities

    • Ferry crossing to K'gari (Fraser Island)
    • Check-in at eco resort

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Hastings Street in Noosa
    • Stroll along Noosa beach
    Landmarks
    K'gari (Fraser Island)
    Hastings Street
    Noosa Beach
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  2. Day 2

    K'gari (Fraser Island)

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Kingfisher Bay Resort)

    Included Activities

    • 4WD exploration of K'gari
    • Visit Lake McKenzie
    • Drive 75 Mile Beach
    • See Maheno Shipwreck
    • Rainforest walk
    • Guided commentary on K'gari's ecology and Indigenous significance
    Landmarks
    Lake McKenzie
    75 Mile Beach
    Maheno Shipwreck
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  3. Day 3

    K'gari to Rockhampton

    Meals
    Lunch (Afternoon tea at Langmorn Station)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Empire Apartments Rockhampton)

    Included Activities

    • Return ferry from K'gari to mainland
    • Visit Langmorn Station historic cattle property
    • Afternoon tea at Langmorn Station
    • Guided tour of homestead
    • Cross Tropic of Capricorn
    • Travel to Rockhampton
    Landmarks
    Langmorn Station
    Tropic of Capricorn
    Rockhampton
  4. Day 4

    Rockhampton to Hamilton Island

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Reef View Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Travel north along Queensland coastline
    • Visit Sarina Sugar Shed
    • Sarina Sugar Shed tour and production commentary
    • Sample locally made treats
    • Ferry to Hamilton Island
    Landmarks
    Sarina Sugar Shed
    Airlie Beach
    Hamilton Island
    Itinerary Image 1
  5. Day 5

    Hamilton Island

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Reef View Hotel)

    Optional Activities

    • Sail to Whitehaven Beach
    • Fly over Heart Reef
    • Explore walking trails
    • Explore secluded coves
    • Relax poolside
    • Island dining
    • Boutique shopping
    Landmarks
    Whitehaven Beach
    Heart Reef
    Whitsunday Islands
  6. Day 6

    Hamilton Island to Cairns

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns)

    Included Activities

    • Ferry from Hamilton Island to mainland
    • Coach travel to Cairns

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll the Cairns Esplanade waterfront
    • Visit Cairns Night Markets
    • Dine at local seafood restaurant
    Landmarks
    Cairns Esplanade
    Cairns Night Markets
  7. Day 7

    Great Barrier Reef

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns)

    Included Activities

    • Cruise to Great Barrier Reef by high-speed catamaran
    • Access to permanently moored pontoon at outer reef
    • Snorkeling over coral gardens
    • Semi-submersible viewing
    • Underwater observatory access
    • Expert guide commentary on reef ecology
    Landmarks
    Great Barrier Reef
    Itinerary Image 1
  8. Day 8

    Kuranda and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Special farewell dinner with fellow travelers)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns)

    Included Activities

    • Coach travel to Kuranda
    • Browse vibrant markets
    • Visit local art galleries
    • Skyrail Rainforest Cableway experience
    • Return to Cairns
    • Special farewell dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Free time in Kuranda village
    Landmarks
    Kuranda
    Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
    Atherton Tablelands
  9. Day 9

    Departure from Cairns

    Meals
    Breakfast (Final tropical breakfast)

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Rating
4.3(116 reviews)
Response time
within 3 days
Response rate
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Reviews from other tours by AAT Kings

  • LuAnn
    February 22nd, 2026
    What an experience! Dave was the ultimate host and guide.
  • DARREN
    January 21st, 2026
    Very professional trip; great locations for the stay-overs and plenty of variety. Special mention deserved for our...
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  • Rhonda
    September 14th, 2025
    This was my first trip on a guided tour. Was feeling nervous - but it ended up being a great experience. Everything...
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Tour ID: 318569

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    • For any tour departing before July 5th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 5th, 2026, a minimum payment of $200 is required to confirm your booking with AAT Kings. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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