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Ultimate 18-day Adventure from Cairns to Brisbane Itinerary
Last updated: 2024 Jun 14Welcome to Cairns!
Morning
Arrive in Cairns and start your adventure with a delicious breakfast at Bang & Grind Espresso Bar. After breakfast, take a leisurely walk along the Cairns Esplanade to soak in the tropical vibes.
Afternoon
For lunch, head to the iconic Green Ant Cantina Mexican Cuisine & Tequila Bar for a taste of local flavors. In the afternoon, visit the Cairns Aquarium to get an up-close look at the marine life of the Great Barrier Reef.
Evening
Enjoy a waterfront dining experience at Waterbar and Grill Steakhouse for dinner. Afterward, take a stroll through the Cairns Night Markets for some evening shopping.
Bedtime
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Great Barrier Reef Adventure
Morning
Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Cafe China Seafood Restaurant & Yum Cha before embarking on a full-day Cairns Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling or Dive Tour and Lunch. Explore the stunning underwater world and enjoy a lunch on the reef.
Afternoon
After your reef adventure, relax at the Cairns Botanic Gardens or take a leisurely walk along the Cairns Esplanade.
Evening
Indulge in a seafood dinner at The Raw Prawn Seafood Restaurant to end the day.
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Kuranda Rainforest Experience
Morning
Enjoy a scenic breakfast at Bayleaf Balinese Restaurant before embarking on the Cairns Skyrail, Kuranda, and Rail Tour with Hotel Transfers. Experience the beauty of the rainforest with a combination of skyrail and scenic railway.
Afternoon
In Kuranda, have lunch at Vivaldis Italian Restaurant and explore the Kuranda Koala Gardens or the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary.
Evening
Head back to Cairns and have dinner at Nu Nu Restaurant with a view of the beach.
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Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation
Morning
Depart early for a From Cairns Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation 4WD Tour. Have a quick breakfast at your accommodation before the tour.
Afternoon
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the rainforest and take a cruise on the Daintree River. Visit the Mossman Gorge for a refreshing swim.
Evening
Return to Cairns and have a relaxed dinner at Mondo on the Waterfront.
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Fitzroy Island Adventure
Morning
Take an early From Cairns Fitzroy Island Full-Day Adventure Tour and have breakfast on the island.
Afternoon
Explore the island, snorkel in the crystal-clear waters, and enjoy a picnic lunch on the beach.
Evening
Return to Cairns in the evening and have dinner at Ochre Restaurant + Catering.
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Atherton Tablelands Discovery
Morning
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at C'est Bon Restaurant Francais before embarking on the From Cairns Atherton Tableland Wilderness Tour with Lunch.
Afternoon
Visit the waterfalls, lakes, and unique wildlife of the Atherton Tablelands. Have lunch in the rainforest.
Evening
Return to Cairns and have a relaxed dinner at Fusion Art Bar & Tapas.
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Relaxation and Exploration
Morning
Take a leisurely morning and have breakfast at Salt House. You can spend the morning at the Cairns Esplanade or visit the Centenary Lakes for a nature walk.
Afternoon
For lunch, try the fresh seafood at Prawn Star. In the afternoon, you can visit the Hartley's Crocodile Adventures.
Evening
Enjoy a sunset dinner cruise from Cairns.
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Cairns City Exploration
Morning
Explore the local markets and shops in Cairns. Have a relaxed breakfast at a local cafe.
Afternoon
Visit the Paronella Park or take a scenic drive to the Barron Gorge National Park.
Evening
Enjoy a dinner at Tamarind Restaurant for a fine dining experience.
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Cairns Cultural Experience
Morning
Start your day with a visit to the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park. Have breakfast at the park.
Afternoon
Explore the local art galleries and cultural sites in Cairns. Have lunch at a cafe in the city.
Evening
Enjoy a cultural dinner experience with an indigenous-inspired menu.
Bedtime
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Scenic Flight and Beach Day
Morning
Take a Cairns Outer Edges of The Great Barrier Reef Scenic Flight in the morning. Have a light breakfast before the flight.
Afternoon
After the flight, spend the afternoon relaxing on the beach or exploring the local area. Have a beachside lunch.
Evening
Enjoy a beachfront dinner with fresh seafood.
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Free Day in Cairns
Morning
Enjoy a leisurely morning in Cairns. Have a late breakfast at a local cafe.
Afternoon
Spend the day at your own pace, exploring any sites or activities you may have missed or simply relaxing.
Evening
For your final evening in Cairns, choose a restaurant you loved from the trip for a special dinner.
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