The Daintree Rainforest & The Great Barrier Reef
The Daintree Rainforest is a tropical rainforest near Daintree, Queensland, on the coast, north of Cairns in tropical far north of Australia. At around 1200 square kilometers the Daintree is Australia's largest contiguous areas of rainforest. The Daintree Rainforest contains 30% of frog, marsupial and reptile species in Australia, and 65% of Australia's bat and butterfly species. 20% of bird species in the country can be found in this area. All of this diversity is contained within an area that takes up 2% of the landmass of Australia. The rainforest is over one hundred and thirty-five million years old – the oldest in the world. Approximately 430 species of birds live among the trees, including 13 species that are found nowhere else in the world.
The Great Barrier Reef is the largest reef structure in the world and stretches over 2,000 kilometers. It can even be seen from the Moon! Protected by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, this area is larger than Great Britain and harbors 400 types of hard and soft coral, sea creatures, brightly colored fish and turtles, surrounding numerous exotic islands. The colored coral expanses just below the surface of the warm, crystal clear tropical waters are home to an unbelievable array of sea life.
Trip highlights and features
3 nights at The Oasis Resort in Cairns
Overnight premium rail travel aboard The Tilt train from Cairns to Whitsundays
1 day Cruise to the Outer Great Barrier Reef with Sunlover Cruises
Most meals are included
Itinerary
Detailed day by day information
Thursday - Cairns
On arrival in Cairns transfer to your accommodation (own expense), located in the heart of Cairns. Overnight: The Oasis Resort, Cairns.
Friday - Cairns
Kuranda, Coffee and Tablelands Tour includes the famous Kuranda Scenic Rail, visit Skybury Coffee Centre and return to Cairns over the treetops on Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. Overnight: The Oasis Resort, Cairns. (L)
Saturday - Cairns
Cruise to the Outer Great Barrier Reef with Sunlover Cruises. Explore, swim, snorkel and get to know the local marine life. Overnight: The Oasis Resort, Cairns. (L)
Sunday - Cairns to Whitsundays
Depart Cairns on the Tilt Train southbound to The Whitsundays.
Schedule and Fares
Prices are per person. Valid for travel April 1st, 2007 to March 31st, 2008
Conditions: Single Room supplement obligatory if travelling alone. Packages available for bookings made April 1st, 2007 to March 31st, 2008. For travel from April 1st, 2007 to March 31st, 2008 and completed by March 31st, 2008. Fares valid to 31 March 2008. All prices are subject to change without notice. All fares are in Australian Dollars (AUD$). Airfares, taxes and insurance not included in above package price.
Hotels and add-ons
Prices are per person. Valid for travel April 1st, 2007 to March 31st, 2008
Accommodation (per room per night)
Price
Day Tours (per person)
Price
The Lakes Cairns Resort, Cairns
$170.00
Kuranda Classic Rail Experience
$78.00
Peppers Beach Club & Spa, Palm Cove
$295.00
Frankland Island Day Cruise
$139.00
Mantra Heritage, Port Douglas
$206.00
Flames of the Forest
$195.00
Information & Reservations
1-800-717-0108 or 503-292-5055
Rail News & Updates
To step aboard The Australian rail system is to step into a different world, a world “down under,” as it is fondly described. Ride on rails that will bring you a journey filled with rugged terrain, luxury, and overall warmth that can be found nowhere else on the planet.
Thursday - Cairns
Friday - Cairns 
Saturday - Cairns 
Sunday - Cairns to Whitsundays 
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