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Cairns Suggested Itineraries

One Day Travel Itineraries

Explore Cairns City

If you've got a spare day in the Cairns city this is an ideal suggested itinerary for you. A specifically designed itinerary for travellers who do not have a rental car and love a relaxing stroll. Cairns is brimming full of interesting shops, exquisite restaurants and fun things to do. Most of the things on this itinerary are free or inexpensive.

  • Go up the the Cairns Wildlife Dome on top of the Cairns Reef Casino
  • Take a quick dip in the Lagoon at the Cairns Esplanade
  • Inspect the work of FNQ artists at the Regional Art Gallery
  • Walk through the Pier Shopping Centre
  • Watch the sunset at the Marlin Marina as the reef boats returning from the Great Barrier Reef
  • Enjoy a sunmptuous seafood dinner at one Cairns Esplanade restaurants
  • Buy up a storm at the famous Cairns Night Markets (every night is market night)

Cairns City Sightseeing Companies

Have a look at these options for sightseeing in the Cairns City:

Half Day City Sights Plus with Cairns Discovery Tours

Half Day City Sights Tour

See a diversity of Cairns city sights in the comfort of a fully air-conditioned vehicle presented by a professional and fun company. City Sights Plus will take you through the Botanic Gardens, wharf & harbour, Royal Flying Doctor's visitors centre, panoramic hillside lookouts, Outback Opal Mine and Cairns' gorgeous beaches.

Prices Adult Child
City Sights Plus $59.00 $29.00
Child Policy:
4-14 years inclusive for child price.
Includes:
Full transfers and entry into all attractions.

Cairns to Port Douglas

You will need a rental car for this itinerary - and an early start - but it's well worth it! People love Port Douglas for its superstar qualities, award-winning restaurants and designer shopping.

  • Have Breakfast with the Birds at Rainforest Habitat
  • Visit Cotters Markets (on Sundays only)
  • Stroll through the shops at Marina Mirage
  • Enjoy lunch at the Marina overlooking and many boats and Dickson Inlet
  • Take a drive up to Mossman Gorge and walk through the rainforest or have a swim
  • Walk through the township of Mossman - don't miss the tropical fruit shop
  • Have dinner on Macrossan Street, Port Douglas' eat steet

Cairns to Port Douglas Transfers

Return Cairns to Port Douglas Transfers BTS Tours

Couple on a BTS Tours to Port Douglas

Considered one of the most spectacular drives in Australia snaking along the North Queensland coastline, the trip to Port Douglas is truly an experience not to be missed, comparible with the Great Ocean Road of Victoria. Enjoy having someone else drive and relax into the beautiful scenery with return transfers with BTS Tours, a local tour operator with an outstanding reputation. Spend a full day in Port Douglas travelling from Cairns and enjoy the sights in this once sleepy fishing village. The coach driver will not only pick you up from your accommodation, but also point out the interesting sights and landmarks alon the way.

Prices Adult Child
Port Douglas to Cairns Transfers $42.00 $21.00
Child Policy:
Child price applied to children 4 - 14 years old, inclusive.
Includes:
Pick-up and drop-off at accommodation and transfers between Cairns and Port Douglas.

Cairns to Cape Tribulation (incl. Daintree Rainforest)

You will need a rental car for this itinerary, an adventurous spirit and a love of nature. Crossing the Daintree River ferry, this suggested itinerary takes in the best aspects of the Daintree Rainforest and the scenic beauty of Cape Tribultion. Make sure you pick up a map along the way at the Daintree Information Centre.

  • Take a wildlife spotting cruise on the Daintree River, well known for its crocodiles and bird life
  • Cross the Daintree Ferry
  • Enjoy the cool tropical delights at the Daintree Ice Cream Company
  • Spend some time at the Daintree Discovery Centre
  • Have lunch at the acclaimed Dragonfly Cafe
  • Walk around the Mardja Botanical Walk
  • Stroll along the beach at Cape Tribulation
  • Taste exotic fruit at the Cape Trib Fruit Farm
  • Inspect the birdlife at Dubiji Boardwalk
  • Take in the gorgeous view at Alexander Point

4WD Daintree Wilderness Experience with Axio/Wait-a-while Rainforest Tours

Kingfisher on a Daintree Tour

A personal rainforest experience of only 6 people, this Daintree tour allows you to see rare rainforest and wildlife - some of which cannot survive in zoos. Tours are let by passionate and skilled wildlife lovers and this company has an Advanced Ecotourism Accreditation with Ecotourism Australia. Use of onboard spotting equipment, reference books & spotting lists included as is a restaurant-prepared evening meal.

Prices Adult
4WD Daintree Explorer (ex Cairns) $185.00
Child Policy:
Children at adult prices.
Includes:
Full transfers, evening meal, equipment and reference books, personal guide.

Incidentally, the Daintree is a beautiful place and really needs more than a day trip.