Queensland by Rail
Australia
14 days / 13 nights
Rail
Guide Price £2,999 per person (based on 2 adults sharing)
Rail
Duration: 14 days/13 nights
Discover the highlights of Queensland, from ancient rainforests and white sand beaches to bustling cosmopolitan cities, all with the comfort of rail travel.
- Admire the postcard perfect Whitehaven Beach
- Discover ancient rainforests in Tropical North Queensland
from £2,999
per person (based on 2 adults sharing)
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Itinerary
Days 3-4 Cairns
Welcome to Cairns, the gateway to Tropical North Queensland. Explore the city before taking to the dazzling waters of the Great Barrier Reef to explore this incredible underwater wonderland.
Day 5 Cairns
Discover the ancient Daintree Rainforest on a tour of this picturesque region. Take a wildlife cruise on the Daintree River to search for crocodiles before visiting the spectacular beach of Cape Tribulation.
Day 6 Cairns to Airlie Beach
Today board the Spirit of Queensland train and follow the coastline south through the tropical Tablelands towards Airlie Beach.
Days 7-8 Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island
Transfer to Hamilton Island in the spectacular Whitsundays. Relax in the surroundings and enjoy a leisurely cruise to the famous Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet for incredible views.
Day 9 Hamilton Island to Airlie Beach
Head back to the mainland and spend the afternoon in Airlie Beach.
Days 10-11 Airlie Beach to Brisbane
After a day at leisure, board the Spirit of Queensland train to Brisbane. Arrive the following morning and explore the pretty streets and buzzing riverside. Day 12 Brisbane Spend the day at the fun-filled Tangalooma Island Resort, where you can enjoy a variety of amazing wildlife experiences.
Days 13-14 Fly home
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Price & Inclusions
- Flights
- 9 nights 3★ to 4★ hotels & 1 night on board Queensland Rail’s Spirit of Queensland train in a RailBed
- Great Barrier Reef Adventure Tour
- Cape Tribulation & Daintree Rainforest Tour
- Whitehaven Beach & Hill Inlet Lookout Tour
- Tangalooma Dolphin Adventure with Snorkel Shipwrecks
- Trains as detailed
- 4 meals
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The tour itinerary, inclusions and departures are based on travel from 01/09/2025 to 31/12/2026. For holiday guide price terms and conditions, click here.
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