Cooktown and Cape York

Your adventure begins in Cairns today, where we meet you on arrival and transfer you to your resort in Port Douglas. The remainder of the afternoon is yours to spend at leisure. You might like to go for a dip in one of the resort's many pools, or head into Port Douglas for a wander through town. This evening, enjoy an unforgettable degustation dining experience at Port Douglas’ most nationally awarded restaurant, Harrisons. Your degustation menu, created by owner chef Spencer Patrick and his team, will showcase the best quality Australian produce.

Accommodation
Port Douglas, Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort

• Dinners

Location
Cairns , Australia

After your Signature Experience, embark on a Daintree River Cruise and keep an eye out for crocodiles, birds, butterflies and a variety of reptile species. Tonight, dine amidst the rainforest in an open-air restaurant.

Accommodation
Daintree National Park, Heritage Lodge or Ferntree Rainforest Lodge

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinners

Location
Diwan , Australia

Embark on a scenic drive along the Mulligan Highway to Cooktown. Immerse yourself in the captivating exhibits of the James Cook Museum and just before sunset, ascend to the heights of Grassy Hill Lookout, where panoramic views across the tranquil waters of the Endeavour River await.

Accommodation
Cooktown, Sovereign Resort Hotel

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinners

Location
Cooktown , Australia

Travel to Quinkan Country, ranked by UNESCO as one of the top 10 rock art areas in the world. Here, embark on a walk with an Indigenous guide to Split Rock, an intriguing rock art site where Quinkan figures depicting native animals, spirits and totems have been painted onto the rock face. Later, turn off into Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park, home to crocodiles, wallabies and an array of bird life.  Arrive at Musgrave, the only remaining telegraph station on the peninsula.

Accommodation
Musgrave Roadhouse

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinners

Location
Musgrave , Australia

Explore the old gold mining town of Coen and stop at the well-known Archer River Roadhouse for lunch, which marks the halfway point of your journey. Afterwards, continue to the town of Weipa, home to the largest community on the Cape York Peninsula.

Accommodation
Weipa, Albatross Bay Resort

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinners

Location
Weipa , Australia

Set out on a boat trip in Weipa and relax as you learn about the region’s unique ecosystem, mining industry and Indigenous culture. Keep your eyes peeled for saltwater crocs lazing on the banks. Afterwards, travel to Bramwell Station.

Accommodation
Bramwell Station

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinners

Location
Bamaga , Australia

Observe the towering termite mounds of Bramwell Junction before continuing on with your adventure. Stop at Fruit Bat Falls and cool off with a refreshing swim in the pristine waters of the Elliott River. Cross Jardine River by ferry, then skirt Jardine River National Park and continue through the traditional land of the Injinoo Indigenous people.

Accommodation
Two Nights, Cape York Peninsula Lodge

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinners

Location
Cairns , Australia

Travel along to a 4WD track to Frangipani Beach, with sweeping views of the tip of Cape York. After your Cape York experience, travel to historic Somerset Hill, the site of a station established by John Jardine in 1863. On Somerset Beach, admire Albany Island, as well as discover the history of ‘Jackey Jackey’ and Frank Jardine.

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinners

Location
Bamaga , Australia

Ferry across Endeavour Strait to Thursday Island, which was once a base for pearling luggers. Step back in time with a visit to Green Hill Fort, located atop the island’s highest hill. Once used as ammunitions storage, the fort’s maze of underground tunnels and rooms now houses the Torres Strait Museum. Immerse yourself in ancient Torres Strait Islander culture with an unforgettable traditional dance, storytelling and musical show, the Migi Malu Experience. Enjoy traditional island damper with a hot tea, coffee or water.

Accommodation
Thursday Island, The Grand Hotel

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinners

Location
Thursday Island , Australia

Transfer to Horn Island aboard the local ferry. On a guided tour, visit the World War II Base and Torres Strait Heritage Museum, and learn how the island became an operational airbase following the bombing of Darwin. Later, board an included flight from Horn Island over the Great Barrier Reef and marvel at this spectacle from the air before arriving in Cairns. Tonight, enjoy your farewell dinner at the renowned Dundee’s Waterfront Dining, a quintessential Australian restaurant boasting stunning views, local delicacies and unique fare including kangaroo, crocodile and emu. The menu is a drawcard for return local, national and international visitors.

Accommodation
Cairns, Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinners

Location
Horn Island , Australia

After breakfast this morning, be transferred to Cairns Airport for your onward flight.

• Breakfast

Location
Cairns , Australia