The Great Barrier Reef was simply breathtaking, truly one of the wonders of the world. Thank you APT, for taking us there!

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The Great arrier Reef was simply breathtaking, truly one of the wonders of the world. Thank you APT, for taking us there! Mr. and Mrs. G. Wilkinson Chelsea, London Queensland Premier Escorted Affordable Value Regional Mini Stays Queensland is home to the World Heritage-listed Great arrier Reef, numerous tropical islands, the lush rainforest hinterland of the Daintree Rainforest and relaxed seaside towns. Enjoy a slice of paradise as you lounge on the beach or perhaps venture inland to a secret garden of picturesque walking tracks and hidden waterfalls. Look out for itineraries with Aboriginal cultural touring experiences 33

arrier Reef Wanderer Reduced Group Size, max. 30 people 13 or 8 Day Premier Escorted Tour Explore the colourful Great arrier Reef on a day trip from tropical North Queensland Sightseeing Highlights Enjoy Freedom of Choice Touring on Fraser and in Port Douglas Travel with a small group of no more than 30 passengers APT HIGHLIGHT! Stay on three islands Fraser, Hamilton and Dunk Visit famous Australia Zoo Explore World Heritage-listed Fraser Stroll Rockhampton s otanic Gardens Journey through picturesque Atherton Tablelands and cruise Lake arrine Explore the magnificent Great arrier Reef Ride the Skyrail Cableway above rainforest Outstanding Places to Stay APT HIGHLIGHT!! Stay for two relaxing nights on tropical Dunk Enjoy a total of six nights in the most idyllic Queensland island resorts Spend a night in stunning Port Douglas Spend two nights in tropical Cairns Premier Dining Includes 1 Meals 9 reakfasts (), and 5 Dinners (D) 7 Feature Meals (F, FL, FD) including: APT EXCLUSIVE! A ush Tucker Talk & Q Dinner on Fraser Tropical lunch aboard a Great arrier Reef cruise from Port Douglas Farewell Dinner and Drinks in Cairns 1 Daintree National Park Port Douglas 1 Kuranda cairns Atherton Mission each Tablelands Dunk Wet Tropics of Queensland Whitsunday s Townsville National Park Airlie each Hamilton Queensland Great arrier Reef Coach Cruise Rail no. of night stays World heritage Area new South Wales Rockhampton Hervey ay Sunshine Coast RIsaNe 1 Gold Coast yron ay coffs Harbour SYDNEY 1 1 Fraser PREMIER ESCORTED Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Great arrier Reef with its delicate coral formations, diverse sea life and breathtaking islands. This luxurious holiday offers two magnificent nights on Hamilton and Dunk as well as World Heritage-listed Fraser. Travel into the tropical Atherton Tablelands to see waterfalls and lush vegetation and stay in Port Douglas, a coastal township fringed by palm trees. Pass bohemian yron ay and stay in beautiful Coffs Harbour, both iconic Australian holiday destinations. Freedom of Choice Touring Dine Around Dinners Aboriginal Cultural Touring 34

Coffs Harbour yron ay risbane Fraser Rockhampton Whitsunday Passage PREMIER ESCORTED Spend two days exploring pristine Fraser Early ooking Offer Extend Your Holiday With a Night in Sydney Enjoy a night at The Mercure Sydney plus a half day city sightseeing tour when you book our 13 Day arrier Reef Wanderer tour. Must book before 31 March 009.Tour Code CN14. Additional: Twin Share 49 per person (minimum two passengers). Itinerary effective 1 April 009. Tours departing prior follow a different itinerary. Please enquire for details. Day 1 Thur. Sydney, Coffs Harbour, Welcome Dinner & Drinks. Upon arrival in Sydney, be met at the airport by your APT representative. Then board a coach and depart Sydney, travelling along the Central Coast, past the picturesque Hawkesbury River and its many oyster farms to the subtropical resort town of Coffs Harbour, home to a thriving banana industry. On the way, you ll stop to visit a number of hinterland towns. This evening, after checking in to your resort, get to know your crew and fellow travellers at a fabulous Welcome Dinner & Drinks in Coffs Harbour. Stay: Coffs Harbour, Novotel Pacific ay Resort, right on the beachfront. FD responsibletouring Day Fri. yron ay, Gold Coast, risbane. Visit bohemian yron ay with its artists community and unspoilt beaches, making it a popular holiday spot with many Australians. Cape yron is the most easterly point of the Australian mainland. After some time here to explore, head for the beautiful Gold Coast where there is 35 miles of clear waters and fine golden sand. Then travel to risbane, located on the banks of the risbane River and the capital of Queensland, for a sightseeing tour. risbane s mix of old and new architecture, tropical climate and historical heritage gives it a laid-back appeal. Stay: risbane, Royal on the Park. Day 3 Sat. Australia Zoo, Sunshine Coast, Cruise to Fraser. Today visit Australia Zoo, made famous by the late Crocodile Hunter, Steve Irwin. Home to a large variety of local wildlife, the zoo s biggest attraction is, of course, crocodiles. Watch these animals feeding, lazing in the sun or having a go at the keepers. Then pass the Sunshine Coast and join a cruise from Hervey ay, a great place to see migrating whales (seasonal), to Fraser. Two Night Stay: Fraser, Kingfisher ay Resort & Village, an award-winning eco-tourism escape on the world s largest sand island. D To preserve the majesty of the Great arrier Reef for future generations, part of the tour cost on days six and eleven goes to the Great arrier Reef Marine Park. This fund assists the maintenance of the reef, ranger patrols and development of conservation policies. Day 4 Sun. Fraser, Freedom of Choice Touring, ush Tucker Talk & Q. Today you might like to rise early for an escorted birdwatching walk through native bushland (optional). Later, thanks to our Freedom of Choice Touring concept, you might like to join the local ranger for a 4WD drive adventure on the island. Or perhaps join a Humpback whale watching cruise (Aug.-Oct.) or a catamaran cruise (Nov.-July). Alternatively, upgrade to a full-day 4WD each & Rainforest tour for an in-depth look at the area (additional expense, enquire for details). Tonight, enjoy our exclusive ush Tucker Talk with a ranger and chef before a delicious Q dinner. Feast on local delicacies including kangaroo, crocodile and prawns., FD Day 5 Mon. Rockhampton, otanic Gardens. Farewell Fraser and cross the Great Sandy Strait. Rejoin the coach and travel to Rockhampton, straddling the Tropic of Capricorn. Stroll through the otanic Gardens, with its outstanding Japanese Garden, considered to be one of the best in regional Australia. Here you can also explore Australia s longest National Trustclassified street, Rockhampton s Quay Street. Stay: Rockhampton, Travelodge. D APT Upgrade! Henderson Park Farmstay Forgo your night in Rockhampton and stay overnight at a working cattle station, enjoying a night by the campfire and Q dinner. Additional: Twin Share 45; Single 95 (minimum two passengers). 35

Hamilton Townsville Dunk Great arrier Reef Port Douglas Cairns Left to right: watch for colourful fauna; visit pretty Millaa Millaa Falls; absorb the picturesque scenery on Dunk ; a truly relaxing island experience awaits Day 6 Tue. Henderson Park, Mackay, Airlie each, Whitsunday Cruise to Hamilton. Visit Henderson Park Cattle Station to learn about the operation of a working cattle station. Then travel along the Hibiscus Coast to Airlie each, gateway to the Whitsunday s. From Shute Harbour, cruise to Hamilton, one of the Whitsunday s largest islands, offering a range of activities and opportunities to visit the magnificent reef. 8 Day (CN08) guests join the tour at the hotel on Hamilton this afternoon, at around 6.00 pm. Two Night Stay: Hamilton Resort, Reef View Hotel, stay guaranteed Coral View Rooms. Enjoy the fabulous views of the surrounding Whitsunday Passage. Day 7 Wed. Hamilton, Drinks, Dine Around Dinner. Wake to views of the Whitsundays azure waters and sandy beaches from your room. With the day at leisure, perhaps relax by one of the seven swimming pools, wander the shops down at the marina or take a day trip out to the pristine Whitehaven each (own expense). With a year-round average temperature of 7.4ºC, you are sure to enjoy your free time on this tropical island. This evening, enjoy pre-dinner drinks with your fellow travellers and crew before tonight s Dine Around Dinner. For the best steaks on the island, head to The Steakhouse. Toucan Tango Café is a great place to dine, or try the tempting cuisine at Manta Ray Café overlooking Hamilton harbour. Alternatively, exotic Asian dishes await at Spices Restaurant or you might like to enjoy a casual dinner at the Pool Terrace Restaurant. D Day 8 Thur. Townsville, Mission each, Cruise to Dunk. Relax on deck as you cruise the Whitsunday Passage back to the mainland. Upon arrival, drive past mango plantations and stop in Townsville, Australia s largest tropical city. From Mission each, fringed by coconut palms and World Heritage-listed wet tropical rainforest, cruise to Dunk. Known to its original inhabitants as Coonanglebah or The of Peace and Plenty, Dunk today continues to be a tropical haven. Two Night Stay: APT HIGHLIGHT! Dunk Resort, Garden Rooms. Stay on Australia s most beautiful rainforest island. D Day 9 Fri. Relaxation on Dunk. Today is yours to relax on Dunk. Explore the walking trails, watching for birdlife and native flowers, or utilise the amenities of the resort. The more adventurous might want to try parasailing, go on a guided jet ski tour or do a spot of water skiing. Alternatively, you may like to indulge in a treatment at the Spa of Peace and Plenty (all activities own expense). F Day 10 Sat. Atherton Tablelands, Port Douglas, Dine Around Dinner. Return to the mainland and tour the lush Atherton Tablelands. Join a wildlife cruise at Lake arrine and visit Millaa Millaa Falls and the Curtain Fig Tree. Travel to tropical Port Douglas and choose to dine at a local restaurant along the renowned Macrossan Street or enjoy dinner at the resort. Stay: NEW! Port Douglas, Rydges Sabaya Resort, nestled in the heart of tropical Queensland. F, D Day 11 Sun. Port Douglas, Freedom of Choice Touring. Today, explore the Great arrier Reef your way, at no extra cost. Choose from three Quicksilver cruises, all including a delicious lunch on board. Cruise to the Outer Reef on the Wavepiercer and snorkel the clear waters of Agincourt Reef or view the marine life beneath the waters from the semi-submersible. Alternatively, go sailing on the Wavedancer catamaran before mooring at the Low Isles for a host of reef activities. Or, board the Silversonic for a day of discovery on the Outer Reef. Two Night Stay: NEW! Cairns, Shangri-La Hotel The Marina in a ayview Room. F, FL Day 1 Mon. Cairns, Kuranda, Farewell Dinner & Drinks. Journey aboard the Kuranda Scenic Railway up to Rainforestation and enjoy a performance by the Pamagirri Aboriginal Dancers. There s also time to ride aboard the Army Duck for a journey on land and through water (own expense). Later ride the Kuranda Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, and glide above the rainforest canopy, passing the Cairns Highlands and waterfalls as you journey down the range. Tonight enjoy a Farewell Dinner & Drinks and farewell your travel companions., FD Day 13 Tue. Depart Cairns. The morning is yours at leisure before your afternoon transfer to Cairns Airport. Luxury Outback Experience at Wrotham Park Lodge Extend your stay in Queensland and visit Wrotham Park, on a working outback cattle station. Includes return airfares from Cairns, transfers, two nights accommodation, meals, a selection of beverages and many lodge activities including a half-day station tour. Available for travel between Apr. to Oct. 009 only. Enquire for further details. Additional: Twin Share 105; Single 1445 EARLYIRD Savings SAVE 100 per person * * See page 139 Departure Dates 13 Days Sydney to Cairns (CN13) 009 Jan. ; Feb. 3*, 19, 6; Mar. 3*, 10*, 1, 4*; Apr. 3; May 5*; June 3*; Aug. 6; Sept. 17, *, 9*; Oct. 1, 8, 13*, 0*, 9; Nov. 5, 10*, 17*; Dec. 17, 9*. 010 Jan. 1; Feb. *, 18, 5; Mar. *, 9*, 11, 3*; Apr. ; May 4*; June *; Aug. 5; Sept. 16, 1*, 9*; Oct. 7, 1*, 19*, 8; Nov. 4, 9*, 16*; Dec. 16, 8*. *Operates in reverse, Cairns to Sydney (CS13), see pages 38-39 for details. 8 Days Hamilton to Cairns (CN08) 009 Jan. 7; Feb. 3*, 4; Mar. 3, 3*, 10*, 17, 4*; Apr. 8; May 5*; June 3*; Aug. 11; Sept., *, 9*; Oct. 6, 13, 13*, 0*; Nov. 3, 10, 10*, 17*; Dec., 9*. 010 Jan. 6; Feb. *, 3; Mar., *, 9*, 16, 3*; Apr. 7; May 4*; June *; Aug. 10; Sept. 1, 1*, 9*; Oct. 1, 1*, 19*; Nov., 9, 9*, 16*; Dec. 1, 8*. *Operates in reverse, Cairns to Hamilton (CS08), see pages 38-39 for details. Most dates are guaranteed ask when booking. Prices (UK ) To 31 March 010 Twin Share Single Supp. 13 Day tour CN13 Room Only (Feature Meals x 7) 570 690 With All Meals 855 690 8 Day tour CN08 Room Only (Feature Meals x 7) 1910 465 With All Meals 140 465 36

Reef & Rainforest Reduced Group Size, max. 30 people PREMIER ESCORTED Left to right: coral formations of the Great arrier Reef; a pristine beach on Dunk ; ride the Kuranda Skyrail Rainforest Cableway over rainforest; see native Queensland fauna 11 Days Fraser Hamilton Dunk Cairns PREMIER ESCORTED arrier Reef Coach Daintree National Park Cruise Port Douglas Rail 1 Kuranda 1 no. of night stays cairns Atherton Mission each World heritage Area Tablelands Dunk Wet Daintree Tropics of Queensland National Park Whitsunday s Port Douglas Townsville National Park 1 Kuranda Airlie each cairns Hamilton Atherton Queensland Mission each Tablelands Dunk National Fraser Park Wet Tropics Rockhampton 1 of Queensland Whitsunday s CoachTownsville Hervey National Park Cruise Airlie each ay Hamilton Rail Sunshine Queensland Coast 1 no. of night stays World heritage Area RISANE Great arrier Reef Great Sightseeing Highlights Enjoy Freedom of Choice Touring on Fraser and in Port Douglas APT EXCLUSIVE! ush Tucker Talk & Q Visit world-famous Australia Zoo Cruise the magnificent Great arrier Reef Stroll Rockhampton s otanic Gardens Ride the Skyrail Cableway above rainforest See a performance by Aboriginal Dancers OUTSTANDING PLACES TO STAY APT HIGHLIGHT! Stay for two relaxing nights on tropical Dunk APT EXCLUSIVE! Stay on three unique islands Fraser, Hamilton and Dunk Freedom of Choice Touring Dine Around Dinners Aboriginal Cultural Touring PREMIER ESCORTED Itinerary effective 1 April 009. Tours departing prior follow a different itinerary. Please enquire for details. Day 1 Sat. risbane, Fraser. Visit Australia Zoo, then continue to Hervey ay and cruise to World Heritage-listed Fraser. Two Night Stay: Fraser, relax at the award-winning Kingfisher ay Resort. D Day Sun. Fraser, Freedom of Choice Touring, ush Tucker Talk & Q. Choose from our Freedom of Choice touring options or perhaps upgrade to an Adventure Option a full-day 4WD each and Lakes Tour (additional expense, enquire for details). Later, join a ranger for a ush Tucker Talk & Q., FD Day 3 Mon. Rockhampton, otanic Gardens. Return to the mainland and journey to Rockhampton to explore the otanic Gardens. Stay: Rockhampton, Travelodge Hotel. D APT Upgrade! Henderson Park Farmstay Stay overnight at a working cattle station. Enjoy an evening by the campfire and a Q dinner. Additional: Twin Share 45; Single 95 (minimum two passengers). Day 4 Tue. Henderson Park, Hamilton. Visit Henderson Park Cattle Station then cruise from Shute Harbour to Hamilton. Two Night Stay: Hamilton Resort, Reef View Hotel, guaranteed Coral Sea View Room. Day 5 Wed. Hamilton, Dine Around Dinner. Today is yours to spend at leisure. Tonight enjoy pre-dinner drinks. D Day 6 Thur. Whitsundays Cruise, Mission each, Dunk. Cruise through the Whitsundays to the mainland. Stop in Townsville then, from Mission each, cruise to Dunk. Two Night Stay: APT HIGHLIGHT! Dunk Resort, Garden Room. F, D Day 7 Fri. At Leisure on Dunk. Today is at leisure to explore Dunk. F Day 8 Sat. Atherton Tablelands, Port Douglas, Dine Around Dinner. Explore the Atherton Tablelands, cruise Lake arrine and visit Millaa Millaa Falls. Travel to Port Douglas and choose from our Dine Around Dinner options. Stay: NEW! Port Douglas, Rydges Sabaya Resort nestled in the heart of tropical Queensland. F, D Day 9 Sun. Port Douglas, Freedom of Choice Touring. Today, explore the Great arrier Reef your way, at no extra cost. Cruise aboard the Wavepiercer and go snorkelling on the reef, visit the Low Isles on the Wavedancer where you can experience an unspoilt coral island, or if you want a diving adventure take the Silversonic on a reef discovery. Two Night Stay: NEW! Cairns, Shangri-La Hotel The Marina in a ayview Room., FL Day 10 Mon. Cairns, Kuranda, Farewell Dinner. Ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway to Rainforestation and see the Pamagirri Aboriginal Dancers perform. Return to Cairns on the Kuranda Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and enjoy a Farewell Dinner tonight., FD Day 11 Tue. Depart Cairns. Enjoy a leisurely morning. This afternoon transfer to Cairns Airport. EARLYIRD Savings SAVE 100 per person * * See page 139 Departure Dates 11 Days risbane to Cairns (CN11) 009 Jan. 4; Feb. 3*, 1, 8; Mar. 3*, 10*, 14, 4*; Apr. 5; May 5*; June 3*; Aug. 8; Sept. 19, *, 9*; Oct. 3, 10, 13*, 0*, 31; Nov. 7, 10*, 17*; Dec. 19, 9*. 010 Jan. 3; Feb. *, 0, 7; Mar. *, 9*, 13, 3*; Apr. 4; May 4*; June *; Aug. 7; Sept. 18, 1*, 9*; Oct. 9, 1*, 19*, 30; Nov. 6, 9*, 16*; Dec. 18, 8*. *Operates in reverse, Cairns to risbane (CS11). Most dates are guaranteed ask when booking. Prices (UK ) To 31 March 010 Twin Share Single Supp. 11 Day tour CN11/CS11 Room Only (Feature Meals x 6) 15 600 With All Meals 470 600 reakfast; F Feature reakfast; FL Feature Lunch; D Dinner; FD Feature Dinner. 37

arrier Reef er Reduced Group Size, max. 30 people 13 or 8 Day Premier Escorted Tour See the Maheno Shipwreck on Fraser Sightseeing Highlights Enjoy Freedom of Choice Touring in Port Douglas and on Fraser APT HIGHLIGHT! Relax on three unique islands off Queensland s coast Fraser, Hamilton and Dunk Ride the Kuranda Skyrail Rainforest Cableway above the rainforest canopy Discover the magnificent Great arrier Reef Tour the picturesque Atherton Tablelands Visit Rockhampton s otanic Gardens Explore World Heritage-listed Fraser Visit Australia Zoo, home of the Irwin family and many native Australian animals Outstanding Places to Stay APT HIGHLIGHT! Stay for two relaxing nights on tropical Dunk NEW! Stay at Shangri-La Hotel The Marina in Cairns Spend a night in stunning Port Douglas Enjoy a total of six nights in the most idyllic Queensland island resorts Premier Dining Includes 1 Meals 9 reakfasts (), and 5 Dinners (D) 7 Feature Meals (F, FL, FD) including: Welcome Dinner & Drinks tropical lunch aboard a Great arrier Reef cruise from Port Douglas APT EXCLUSIVE! Enjoy a ush Tucker Talk & Q Dinner on Fraser PREMIER ESCORTED Stay for six nights on beautiful tropical islands and immerse yourself a truly relaxed lifestyle. Cruise through the Whitsunday Passage past uninhabited atolls and stroll along Fraser, the world s largest sand island. It is World Heritage-listed and has become an eco-tourism mecca. Come and experience this tropical paradise for yourself! arrier Reef Great Daintree National Park Port Douglas 1 Kuranda Atherton Tablelands cairns Mission each Dunk Wet Tropics of Queensland Whitsunday s Townsville National Park Airlie each Hamilton Queensland 1 Coach Cruise Rail no. of night stays World heritage Area new South Wales Rockhampton 1 Hervey ay Sunshine Coast RIsaNe 1 Gold Coast yron ay coffs Harbour SYDNEY 1 Fraser Freedom of Choice Touring Dine Around Dinners Aboriginal Cultural Touring Itinerary effective 1 April 009. Tours departing prior follow a different itinerary. Please enquire for details. Day 1 Tue. Cairns, Welcome Dinner & Drinks. On arrival in Cairns, be met at the airport and transferred to your luxurious hotel. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to settle in, relax and perhaps have a look around this beautiful tropical city. Perhaps stroll down to The Esplanade and take in the coastal views or do some shopping. This evening we invite you to a special Welcome Dinner & Drinks for the opportunity to get to know your fellow travellers and your crew. Two Night Stay: NEW! Cairns, Shangri-La Hotel The Marina in a ayview Room. FD 38

Cairns Port Douglas arrier Reef Dunk Hamilton Fraser risbane PREMIER ESCORTED Left to right: colourful fauna awaits; the tranquil harbour at Hamilton ; learn about bush tucker on Fraser Day Wed. Kuranda, Aboriginal Dancers, Cairns Highlands. Travel aboard the Kuranda Scenic Railway up to Rainforestation Nature Park where you will be welcomed by the Pamagirri Aboriginal Dancers. For the adventurous, ride aboard the Army Duck, an amphibious trek on land and through water. After some free time to explore Kuranda and the famous markets, traverse the Kuranda Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and glide just feet above the rainforest canopy, passing the lush Cairns Highlands and waterfalls as you journey down the range. Spend the rest of the day exploring Cairns for yourself. Day 3 Thur. Port Douglas, Freedom of Choice Touring, Dine Around Dinner. Discover the beauty of the Great arrier Reef with the choice of three Quicksilver cruises. On the Wavepiercer, you can cruise to the Outer Reef; on the Wavedancer you can sail the Coral Sea islands or board the Silversonic for a reef diving and snorkel discovery. All cruises include a smorgasbord lunch and on-board bar facilities are available. After your full day on the reef, choose to dine at a selected local restaurant in Port Douglas or enjoy dinner at the resort. Stay: NEW! Port Douglas, Rydges Sabaya Resort, in the heart of tropical Queensland. F, FL, D Day 4 Fri. Atherton Tablelands, Dunk. Explore the Atherton Tablelands and enjoy a wildlife cruise on Lake arrine. Later, take a short walk to Millaa Millaa Falls and see the unique Curtain Fig Tree. Two Night Stay: APT HIGHLIGHT! Dunk Resort, Garden Rooms. D Day 5 Sat. Free Time on Dunk. Today is at leisure to relax and discover all that Dunk has to offer. You could start the day with a guided rainforest walk followed by water activities or indulge yourself at the Spa of Peace and Plenty (all activities at own expense). F Day 6 Sun. Whitsunday Passage, Hamilton. Go island-hopping today. After you return to the mainland, farewell Dunk, travel to picturesque Shute Harbour and take a cruise through the Whitsunday Passage to Hamilton. Two Night Stay: Hamilton Resort, Reef View Hotel, in Coral Sea View Rooms. Enjoy fabulous views of the Whitsunday Passage. F Day 7 Mon. Hamilton, Drinks, Dine Around Dinner. Today is free to explore Hamilton. Enjoy pre-dinner drinks before a Dine Around Dinner tonight. D Day 8 Tue. Rockhampton, Henderson Park. 8 Day (CS08) guests conclude tour on Hamilton after breakfast. Remaining guests travel through Mackay to Henderson Park. Here, learn how a cattle station operates then head for Rockhampton and visit the otanic Gardens. Stay: Rockhampton, Travelodge. D APT Upgrade! Henderson Park Farmstay Stay overnight at a working cattle station, enjoying an evening by the campfire and a Q dinner. Experience true Aussie lifestyle. Additional: Twin Share 45; Single 95 (minimum two passengers). Day 9 Wed. Hervey ay, Fraser. Continue to Hervey ay today for your cruise to World Heritage-listed Fraser. Two Night Stay: Fraser, relax at the award-winning Kingfisher ay Resort. D Day 10 Thur. Freedom of Choice Touring, ush Tucker Talk & Q. Rise early to join a guided bird watching walk (optional). Later, perhaps join the ranger on a 4WD adventure to Lake McKenzie and Wanggoolba Creek or join a whale watching cruise (Aug.-Oct.) or a catamaran cruise (Nov.-July). Alternatively perhaps, upgrade to a full day 4WD each & Rainforest tour (additional expense). Tonight, enjoy APT s exclusive ush Tucker Talk & Q., FD Day 11 Fri. Australia Zoo, risbane. After breakfast, travel to the Sunshine Coast. See saltwater crocodiles and other native wildlife at Australia Zoo, made famous by the late Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin. Then, on arrival in risbane, enjoy a guided city tour. Stay: risbane, Royal on the Park. Day 1 Sat. yron ay, Coffs Harbour. Travel along the Gold Coast. Visit bohemian yron ay with its artists community and unspoilt beaches, making it a popular holiday spot with many Australians, and see Cape yron. Continue to the coastal town of Coffs Harbour where tonight, you ll enjoy a Farewell Dinner. Stay: Coffs Harbour, Novotel Pacific ay Resort., FD Day 13 Sun. Depart Sydney. Cross the Sydney Harbour ridge to arrive in the city late in the afternoon for your airport transfer. Early ooking Offer Extend Your Holiday With a Night in Sydney Enjoy a night at The Mercure Sydney plus a half day city sightseeing tour when you book our 13 Day arrier Reef Wanderer tour. Must book before 31 March 009.Tour Code CS14. Additional: Twin Share 49 per person (minimum two passengers). EARLYIRD Savings SAVE 100 per person * * See page 139 Departure Dates 13 Days Cairns to Sydney (CS13) 009 Jan. *; Feb. 3, 19*, 6*; Mar. 3, 10, 1*, 4; Apr. 3*; May 5; June 3; Aug. 6*; Sept. 17*,, 9; Oct. 1*, 8*, 13, 0, 9*; Nov. 5*, 10, 17; Dec. 17*, 9. 010 Jan. 1*; Feb., 18*, 5*; Mar., 9, 11*, 3; Apr. *; May 4; June ; Aug. 5*; Sept. 16*, 1, 9; Oct. 7*, 1, 19, 8*; Nov. 4*, 9, 16; Dec. 16*, 8. *Operates in reverse, Sydney to Cairns (CN13), see pages 34-36 for details. 8 Days Cairns to Hamilton (CS08) 009 Jan. 7*; Feb. 3, 4*; Mar. 3, 3*, 10, 17*, 4; Apr. 8*; May 5; June 3; Aug. 11*; Sept., *, 9; Oct. 6*, 13, 13*, 0; Nov. 3*, 10, 10*, 17; Dec. *, 9. 010 Jan. 6*; Feb., 3*; Mar., *, 9, 16*, 3; Apr. 7*; May 4; June ; Aug. 10*; Sept. 1, 1*, 9; Oct. 1, 1*, 19; Nov. *, 9, 9*, 16; Dec. 1*, 8. *Operates in reverse, Hamilton to Cairns (CN08), see pages 34-36 for details. Most dates are guaranteed ask when booking. Prices (UK ) To 31 March 010 Twin Share Single Supp. 13 Day tour CS13 Room Only (Feature Meals x 7) 570 690 With All Meals 855 690 8 Day tour CS08 Room Only (Feature Meals x 5) 1910 465 With All Meals 140 465 39

East Coast Adventure NEW! Dedicated Tour Director & Driver 1, 10 or 5 DAY AFFORDALE VALUE TOUR Soak up the sunshine in the beautiful Whitsunday s Sightseeing Highlights Interact with wild dolphins at Tangalooma and enjoy the opportunity to feed them Visit Australia Zoo and see crocodiles as well as many other Australian animals Take a 4WD tour of Fraser, the world s largest sand island Explore the otanic Gardens in Rockhampton Cruise to the arrier Reef and see colourful marine life and coral species Cruise the scenic Whitsunday Passage Explore the townships of Port Douglas and Kuranda for yourself Comfortable Accommodation Enjoy the vast open beach in Kingscliff at the beautiful Mantra on Salt each Two nights on Moreton, staying at Tangalooma Wild Dolphin Resort Enjoy two nights on idyllic Daydream in the Whitsunday s Stay two nights in tropical Cairns Quality Dining Includes 18 Meals 11 reakfasts () and 3 Dinners (D) 4 Feature Meals (FL, FD) including: Welcome Dinner at Port Macquarie tropical buffet lunch on your cruise out to the Great arrier Reef Enjoy a Farewell Dinner at Tjapukai by Night and be part of a corroboree AFFORDALE VALUE Explore Australia s east coast on a 1, 10 or 5 Day tour. New for this season, you ll be accompanied by both a dedicated Tour Director as well as a professional Driver. See spectacular beaches at yron ay, get close to wild dolphins at Tangalooma on Moreton and experience the island lifestyle with two nights on Daydream. Port Douglas Kuranda Atherton cairns Tablelands Wet Tropics of Queensland Townsville Airlie each 1 Queensland arrier Reef new South Wales Great Rockhampton 1 Coach Cruise no. of night stays World heritage Area Whitsunday s National Park Daydream Hervey ay RISANE Fraser 1 Kingscliff yron ay Port macquarie 1 SYDNEY moreton Itinerary effective 1 April 009. Tours departing prior follow a different itinerary. Please enquire for details. Day 1 Thur. Sydney, Port Macquarie, Welcome Dinner & Drinks. The adventure begins in Sydney. Drive across the Sydney Harbour ridge to the Central Coast en route to Port Macquarie. Tonight is our Welcome Dinner & Drinks, where you can meet fellow travellers. Stay: Rydges Port Macquarie, located close to the cosmopolitan buzz of the town centre. FD Day Fri. Port Macquarie, yron ay. Enjoy a drive to yron ay, renowned for surf beaches that have attracted both wealthy city dwellers as well as bohemian lifestylers. Take in the views from Cape yron, the Australian mainland s most easterly point. Watch the surfers and maybe even see dolphins off the point, and view the Cape yron Lighthouse. Stroll along the pristine beach located at the doorstep of our hotel tonight as the sun sets. Stay: Kingscliff, Mantra on Salt each. 40

yron ay Moreton Hervey ay Rockhampton Daydream Cairns AFFORDALE VALUE Left to right: see wild dolphins at Tangalooma; visit the Cape yron Lighthouse; wander along Cairns picturesque esplanade; see colourful marine life on the Great arrier Reef Day 3 Sat. Gold Coast, risbane, Moreton. A short drive takes you to risbane. Here, enjoy some time at leisure. 10 Day (TQ10) guests join tour around midday. Later, cruise Moreton ay to Moreton National Park, home to Queensland s wild dolphins. Two Night Stay: Moreton, Tangalooma Wild Dolphin Resort. D Day 4 Sun. Moreton, Tangalooma, Day at Leisure, Wild Dolphins. Enjoy a full day to explore the island. Perhaps snorkel around the shipwrecks, try sand tobogganing, quad bike riding or take a 4WD tour of the island (all activities at own expense). Tonight is a highlight the opportunity to interact with the dolphins that swim close to shore. Most evenings the dolphins swim up to the beach, where they are fed fresh fish by the staff. Day 5 Mon. Moreton, Australia Zoo, Sunshine Coast, Hervey ay. Return to the mainland and visit Australia Zoo, made famous by Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin. Then travel through the Sunshine Coast to Hervey ay, a popular tourist destination, especially in whale watching season (Aug.-Oct.) when Humpback whales can be seen offshore. Two Night Stay: Hervey ay, Mantra Hervey ay in a One edroom Marina View Suite. Situated right on Urangan Harbour. Day 6 Tue. World Heritage-listed Fraser. Cruise to Fraser, offering exceptional beauty in the form of uninterrupted white beaches and striking-coloured sand cliffs. Explore the world s largest sand island in 4WD vehicles and discover unspoilt surf beaches, inland lakes and lush rainforest. Recross the Great Sandy Strait. As you cruise to Hervey ay, watch for Humpback whales migrating to their breeding grounds (Aug.-Oct.)., FL Day 7 Wed. Tropic of Capricorn, Rockhampton. Journey to Rockhampton, located on the Tropic of Capricorn. Take a leisurely stroll around the otanic Gardens, one of the best in regional Australia. Excellent specimens of palms, cycads and ferns are found throughout the grounds, and a Japanese garden gives a sense of peace and tranquillity. Stay: Rockhampton Plaza Hotel. D Day 8 Thur. Mackay, Airlie each, Cruise to Daydream. Head for Mackay, the sugar capital of Australia. Continue to Airlie each and cruise to Daydream, part of the Great arrier Reef Marine Park. The island lies beside an archipelago of green islands in the blue tropical waters. At around 6.00 pm, 5 Day (TQ05) guests join the tour at Daydream Resort. Enjoy a delightful dinner this evening. Two Night Stay: Daydream Resort & Spa, a tropical island getaway. D Day 9 Fri. Great arrier Reef Experience. Voyage to the heart of the magnificent Great arrier Reef aboard a catamaran. Arrive at Reefworld, one of the largest reef pontoons in Australia. Enjoy a reef education presentation and view the tropical fish from the underwater observatory and the semi-submersible. For the more adventurous, follow a snorkelling trail and view the coral and sea life up close. Lunch on board is included., FL Day 10 Sat. Daydream, Whitsundays, Townsville, Cairns. This morning, depart Daydream and return to the mainland. Head to Townsville, North Queensland s largest city. Continue along the coast between lush mountains with tropical vegetation and sandy beaches. Your destination is Cairns, a cosmopolitan city where its residents enjoy an enviable tropical lifestyle. Cairns is where two of Australia s World Heritage areas the Great arrier Reef and the Wet Tropics Rainforest converge. Two Night Stay: The Hotel Cairns, a tropical haven in the heart of Cairns. Day 11 Sun. Port Douglas, Kuranda, Farewell Dinner. This morning following breakfast, Drive along the coast to Port Douglas. On arrival here, enjoy free time before heading to Kuranda, a village in the rainforest where you can wander the local markets. Travel aboard the Kuranda Skyrail Rainforest Cableway or Kuranda Scenic Railway (both at own expense) or by coach back to Cairns. Tonight enjoy a special Farewell Dinner at Tjapukai by Night discover the Dreamtime and take an interactive part in an ancient corroboree. Afterwards, you ll be led along a flame-lit pathway to a dinner banquet of the region s best food., FD Day 1 Mon. Depart Cairns. Your tour concludes today after breakfast and you are transferred to Cairns airport for your onward flight. Combine Your Tour Why not combine your East Coast Adventure with a visit to the Top End and Red Centre. See pages 46-47 and 61 for itineraries and pricing. Departure Dates 1 Days Sydney to Cairns (TQ1) 009 Jan. ; Feb. *, 6; Mar. 9*; Apr. 3; May 5*; Aug. 6, 18*; Sept. 3, 15*; Oct. 1, 13*, 9; Nov. 10*. 010 Jan. 1; Feb. *, 5; Mar. 9*; Apr. ; May 4*; Aug. 5, 17*; Sept., 14*, 30; Oct. 1*, 8; Nov. 9*. *Operates in reverse, Cairns to Sydney (TQ1R), see pages 4-43 for details. 10 Days risbane to Cairns (TQ10) 009 Jan. 4; Feb. *, 8; Mar. 9*; Apr. 5; May 5*; Aug. 8, 18*; Sept. 5, 15*; Oct. 3, 13*, 31; Nov. 10*. 010 Jan. 3; Feb. *, 7; Mar. 9*; Apr. ; May 4*; Aug. 5, 17*; Sept., 14*, 30; Oct. 1*, 8; Nov. 9*. *Operates in reverse, Cairns to risbane (TQ10R), see pages 4-43 for details. 5 Days Daydream to Cairns (TQ05) 009 Jan. 9; Feb. *; Mar. 3, 9*; Apr. 30; May 5*; Aug. 13, 18*; Sept. 10, 15*; Oct. 8, 13*; Nov. 5, 10*. 010 Jan. 8; Feb. *; Mar. 4, 9*; Apr. 9; May 4*; Aug. 1, 17*; Sept. 9,14*; Oct. 7, 1*; Nov. 4, 9*. *Operates in reverse, Cairns to Daydream (TQ05R), see pages 4-43 for details. Most dates are guaranteed ask when booking. Prices (UK ) To 31 March 010 Twin Share Single Supp. 1 Day tour TQ1 Room Only (Feature Meals x 4) 1445 465 With All Meals 1700 465 10 Day tour TQ10 Room Only (Feature Meals x 3) 1400 385 With All Meals 1645 385 5 Day tour TQ05 Room Only (Feature Meals x ) 790 190 With All Meals 930 190 41

Reef, s & East Coast NEW! Dedicated Tour Director & Driver 1, 10 or 5 DAY AFFORDALE VALUE TOUR Soak in the tropical sunshine on stunning Daydream Sightseeing Highlights Explore the townships of Port Douglas and Kuranda at leisure Cruise the scenic Whitsunday Passage Cruise to the arrier Reef and see colourful marine life and coral species Explore the otanic Gardens in Rockhampton Take a 4WD tour of Fraser, the world s largest sand island Visit Australia Zoo and see crocodiles as well as many other Australian animals Interact with wild dolphins at Tangalooma and enjoy the opportunity to feed them Comfortable Accommodation Stay two nights in tropical Cairns Enjoy two nights on idyllic Daydream in the Whitsunday s Two nights on Moreton, staying at Tangalooma Wild Dolphin Resort Enjoy the vast open beach in Kingscliff at the beautiful Mantra on Salt each Quality Dining Includes 18 Meals 11 reakfasts () and 3 Dinners (D) 4 Feature Meals (FL, FD) including: Welcome Dinner at Tjapukai by Night and be part of a corroboree indulge in a buffet lunch on your cruise out to the Great arrier Reef Farewell Dinner at Port Macquarie AFFORDALE VALUE On this fantastic tour, you ll be accompanied by a knowledgeable Tour Director as well as a professional Driver as you explore the wonders of Queensland s coastline. Discover the tropical beauty of Cairns, cruise the Whitsunday Passage to Daydream and visit the dolphins on Moreton, among other highlights. Port Douglas Kuranda Atherton cairns Tablelands Wet Tropics of Queensland Townsville Airlie each Queensland arrier Reef Great Rockhampton 1 Whitsunday s National Park Daydream Hervey ay RISANE Fraser 1 Kingscliff new South Wales yron ay 1 Port Coach macquarie Cruise no. of night stays World heritage Area 1 SYDNEY moreton Itinerary effective 1 April 009. Tours departing prior follow a different itinerary. Please enquire for details. Day 1 Tue. Cairns, Welcome Dinner. Enjoy today at your leisure to explore the beautiful tropical city of Cairns. This evening, take the opportunity to meet your Tour Director, Driver and fellow travellers over Welcome Drinks. Afterwards, enjoy a special Welcome Dinner at Tjapukai by Night, where you will discover the Dreamtime and take part in an ancient corroboree. You ll then be led along a flame-lit pathway to a dinner banquet of the region s best food. Two Night Stay: The Hotel Cairns, a tropical haven in the heart of Cairns. FD Day Wed. Port Douglas, Kuranda. Drive along the coast to Port Douglas. On arrival, enjoy some free time before heading to Kuranda, a village in the rainforest where you can wander the local markets. Travel aboard the Kuranda Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, the Kuranda Scenic Railway (both at own expense) or by coach back to Cairns. 4

Cairns Daydream Rockhampton Hervey ay Moreton yron ay AFFORDALE VALUE Left to right: explore the rainforest at Cape Tribulation; see the dolphins on Moreton ; take part in a corroboree at Tjapukai by Night Day 3 Thu. Townsville, Daydream. After breakfast, travel south to Townsville, North Queensland s largest city. At Shute Harbour join a cruise to tropical Daydream, part of the Great arrier Reef Marine Park. The island is described as the jewel of the Whitsundays. It lies beside an archipelago of green islands in the blue tropical waters. Two Night Stay: Daydream Resort & Spa, a tropical island getaway. D Day 4 Fri. Great arrier Reef Experience. Voyage to the heart of the Great arrier Reef aboard a catamaran. Arrive at Reefworld, one of the largest reef pontoons in Australia. Enjoy a reef education presentation and view the tropical fish from the underwater observatory and the semi-submersible. For the more adventurous, follow a snorkelling trail and view the coral and sea life up close. Lunch on board is included., FL Day 5 Sat. Cruise to Airlie each, Mackay, Rockhampton. 5 Day (TQ05R) guests conclude the tour after breakfast this morning. Remaining guests cruise back to the mainland, to Airlie each. Then travel by coach via Mackay, the sugar capital of Australia, to Rockhampton, located on the Tropic of Capricorn. Stay: Rockhampton Plaza Hotel. D Day 6 Sun. Rockhampton, Hervey ay. This morning take a leisurely stroll around Rockhampton s otanic Gardens, regarded as one of the best in regional Australia. Excellent specimens of palms, cycads and ferns are found throughout the grounds, and a Japanese garden gives a sense of peace and tranquillity. Following time here, head for the coastal town of Hervey ay. Two Night Stay: Hervey ay, Mantra Hervey ay in a One edroom Marina View Suite. Situated right on Urangan Harbour. Day 7 Mon. World Heritage-listed Fraser. Cruise to Fraser, offering exceptional beauty in the form of uninterrupted white beaches and striking coloured sand cliffs. Explore the world s largest sand island in 4WD vehicles and discover unspoilt surf beaches, inland lakes and lush rainforest. Recross the Great Sandy Strait. As you cruise to Hervey ay, watch for Humpback whales migrating to their breeding grounds (Aug.-Oct.)., FL Day 8 Tue. Sunshine Coast, Australia Zoo, Moreton. Following breakfast this morning, visit Australia Zoo, made famous by the Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin. Later, cruise across Moreton ay to Moreton National Park and check in to your accommodation for the next two nights. Two Night Stay: Moreton, Tangalooma Wild Dolphin Resort. D Day 9 Wed. Moreton, Tangalooma, Day at Leisure, Wild Dolphins. Enjoy a full day to explore the island. Perhaps snorkel around the shipwrecks, try sand tobogganing or quad bike riding (all activities at own expense). Tonight is sure to be a highlight of your holiday the opportunity to interact with the dolphins that swim close to shore. Most evenings the dolphins swim up to the beach, where they are fed fresh fish by the staff. Day 10 Thu. Morton, risbane, Gold Coast. Transfer back to the mainland. 10 Day (TQ10R) guests may choose to depart the tour around 10.30 am at risbane Airport, or remain for a tour of risbane then depart at around 1.00 pm. After the city tour, remaining guests enjoy some time at leisure to explore, then re-board the coach for the journey to Kingscliff. Perhaps take a stroll along the pristine beach, located at the doorstep of your hotel, as the sun sets. Stay: Kingscliff, Mantra on Salt each. Day 11 Fri. yron ay, Port Macquarie, Farewell Dinner. Enjoy a drive to yron ay, renowned for surf beaches that have attracted both wealthy city dwellers as well as bohemian lifestylers. Take in the views from Cape yron, the Australian mainland s most easterly point. Watch the surfers and maybe even see dolphins off the point, and view the Cape yron Lighthouse. Then continue to Port Macquarie. Tonight you ll enjoy the chance to farewell your new-found friends at our Farewell Dinner. Stay: Rydges Port Macquarie., FD Day 1 Sat. Depart Sydney. This morning after breakfast, travel south, via the Central Coast and over the iconic Sydney Harbour ridge. You ll then arrive in the city of Sydney, where your tour concludes on arrival. Combine Your Tour Why not combine your East Coast Adventure with a visit to the Top End and Red Centre. See pages 46-47 and 61 for itineraries and pricing. Departure Dates 1 Days Cairns to Sydney (TQ1R) 009 Jan. *; Feb., 6*; Mar. 9; Apr. 3*; May 5; Aug. 6*, 18; Sept. 3*, 15; Oct. 1*, 13, 9*; Nov. 10. 010 Jan. 1*; Feb., 5*; Mar. 9; Apr. *; May 4; Aug. 5*, 17; Sept. *, 14, 30*; Oct. 1, 8*; Nov. 9. *Operates in reverse, Sydney to Cairns (TQ1), see pages 40-41 for details. 10 Days risbane to Cairns (TQ10R) 009 Jan. 4*; Feb., 8*; Mar. 9; Apr. 5*; May 5; Aug. 8*, 18; Sept. 5*, 15; Oct. 3*, 13, 31*; Nov. 10. 010 Jan. 3*; Feb., 7*; Mar. 9; Apr. *; May 4; Aug. 5*, 17; Sept. *, 14, 30*; Oct. 1, 8*; Nov. 9. *Operates in reverse, risbane to Cairns (TQ10), see pages 40-41 for details. 5 Days Cairns to Daydream (TQ05R) 009 Jan. 9*; Feb. ; Mar. 3*, 9; Apr. 30*; May 5; Aug. 13*, 18; Sept. 10*, 15; Oct. 8*, 13; Nov. 5*, 10. 010 Jan. 8*; Feb. ; Mar. 4*, 9; Apr. 9*; May 4; Aug. 1*, 17; Sept. 9*, 14; Oct. 7*, 1; Nov. 4*, 9. *Operates in reverse, Daydream to Cairns (TQ05), see pages 40-41 for details. Most dates are guaranteed ask when booking. Prices (UK ) To 31 March 010 Twin Share Single Supp. 1 Day tour TQ1R Room Only (Feature Meals x 4) 1445 465 With All Meals 1700 465 10 Day tour TQ10R Room Only (Feature Meals x 3) 1400 385 With All Meals 1645 385 5 Day tour TQ05R Room Only (Feature Meals x ) 790 190 With All Meals 930 190 43

Regional Mini Stays From Cairns World Heritage areas meet at Cape Tribulation Ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway Aboriginal Cultural Touring 6, 5 or 4 Day Cairns & Great arrier Reef Day 1. Cairns. e met at the airport and taken to your hotel. The rest of today is then at leisure to explore Cairns. Four Night Stay: Cairns The Hotel Cairns (Standard), Novotel Oasis Resort (First-Class), Shangri-La The Marina (Deluxe). Day. Great arrier Reef Experience. Voyage to the heart of the Great arrier Reef aboard a catamaran. Arrive at Marine World, a spacious pontoon with two decks, showers and change rooms. Enjoy a reef education presentation and view the tropical fish from the underwater observatory and the semi-submersible. For the more adventurous, follow a snorkelling trail and view the coral and sea life up close. Lunch on board is included. L Day 3. Skyrail Cableway, Rainforestation, Dreamtime Walk, Kuranda Railway. From Cairns, board the Kuranda Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and enjoy amazing views as you glide just feet above the lush rainforest canopy to Kuranda and on to the Rainforestation Nature Park. Here, you ll see a brilliant performance by the Pamagirri Aboriginal Dancers. Then set out on an escorted Dreamtime Walk and later enjoy a ride in the Army Duck. Afterwards, visit the local wildlife park, where you might like to have your photo taken with a koala (own expense). Return to Cairns this afternoon aboard the Kuranda Scenic Railway, travelling back through the rainforest. Day 4. Cape Tribulation National Park. Today, 4 Day (ICC4) guests transfer to the airport for their onward flight. 5 & 6 Day (ICC5/6) guests join our adventure tour into the wilderness of Cape Tribulation. Journey to Port Douglas via the Captain Cook Highway. Explore the Rainforest Habitat Wildlife Sanctuary on a tour through three different wildlife environments. After morning tea, enjoy a guided rainforest walk then cross the Daintree River by ferry into Daintree National Park. Enjoy a tropical buffet lunch at the Cape Tribulation Resort & Spa, then travel to Cape Tribulation each. There is time to take a stroll along the isolated sandy beaches or explore the rainforest in this World Heritage area the only place in the world where two World Heritage areas meet. Stop at Alexandra Lookout for great views then take a Daintree River cruise through the mangroves. Afternoon tea is served before you return to Port Douglas and back to Cairns. L Day 5. Depart Cairns. Enjoy a morning at your leisure in this vibrant city before we transfer you to Cairns airport for your onward journey. Cape Tribulation Overnight Option Tour Code: ICC6 Following Day 4 touring, you can choose to stay overnight at Cape Tribulation, giving you an extra day to experience the rainforest first-hand. Take an interpretive rainforest walk, explore the cape coastline by 4WD, search for the reclusive estuarine crocodile on a Mangrove Discovery Cruise or see and hear the rainforest come alive on a guided nocturnal walk (own expense). Return to Cairns on Day 5 for an overnight stay before transferring to the airport on Day 6. Stay: Cape Tribulation Resort & Spa, Rainforest Retreat (First-Class), Daintree Retreat (Deluxe). 7 Day est of the Tropical North Day 1. Cairns. e welcomed on arrival and transfer to your hotel. The day is free to explore. Two Night Stay: Cairns The Hotel Cairns (Standard), Novotel Oasis Resort (First-Class), Shangri-La, The Marina (Deluxe). Day. Kuranda. Travel on the Kuranda Skyrail Rainforest Cableway to Kuranda. Visit Rainforestation, join the Dreamtime Walk then view koalas and kangaroos. Ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway back to Cairns. Day 3. Great arrier Reef Cruise. Cruise to the Great arrier Reef and choose from various activities at Marine World to view the coral up close. Two Night Stay: Port Douglas Rydges Sabaya Reef Resort (Standard), Rydges Sabaya Reef Resort in a One edroom Room (First-Class), Sheraton Mirage Port Douglas (Deluxe). L Day 4. Port Douglas. Discover the resort town of Port Douglas at leisure. Day 5. Cape Tribulation, Daintree River Cruise. Cruise the Daintree River and enter the World Heritage area of Cape Tribulation. Stay: Cairns, Cairns The Hotel Cairns (Standard), Novotel Oasis Resort (First-Class), Shangri-La The Marina (Deluxe). Day 6. Mission each, Dunk. Travel to Mission each for a cruise to beautiful Dunk and enjoy the day at leisure here. Stay: Dunk Resort Garden Rooms (Standard and First-Class), eachfront (Deluxe). D Day 7. Dunk, Morning at Leisure. Explore the island then cruise back to the mainland or take an afternoon flight back (own expense). L Departs Daily Tour Code: ICC4 Tour Code: ICC5 Tour Code: ICC6 Prices valid from 1 April 009 to 31 March 010 Prices (UK ) Twin Share Single Traveller Twin Share Single Traveller Twin Share Single Traveller Standard 45 570 50 705 N/A N/A First-Class 445 610 545 755 645 855 Deluxe 490 680 600 840 700 940 L Lunch. For extra night rates please refer to page 138. Single traveller must pay single tour price. Special event surcharge may apply on some dates. Fuel surcharge may apply, payable direct to operator on tour. Note: Order of touring may vary. Departs Daily Tour Code: CDKA Prices valid from 1 April 009 to 31 March 010 Prices (UK ) Twin Share Single Traveller Standard 80 1090 First-Class 875 115 Deluxe 100 1440 reakfast; L Lunch; D Dinner. Single traveller must pay single price. Special event surcharge may apply on some dates. Fuel surcharge may apply, pay direct to operator. 44