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QUEENSLAND BY RAIL

From £3,329pp | 14 days / 13 nights | Australia
OVERVIEW
Queensland by Rail

Rail

14 days / 13 nights | Australia

Discover the highlights of Queensland, from ancient rainforests and white sand beaches to bustling cosmopolitan cities, all with the comfort of rail travel.

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PRICE & INCLUSIONS
Guide Price
£3,329pp

* We negotiate new offers daily, from discounted flights, tours and vehicle hire, to free upgrades, added value and unique inclusions.

What's Included
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    Flights

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    9 nights 3★ to 4★ hotels & 1 night on board Queensland Rail’s Spirit of Queensland train in a RailBed

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    Cape Tribulation & Daintree Rainforest Tour

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    Great Barrier Reef Adventure Tour

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    Whitehaven Beach & Hill Inlet Lookout Tour

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    Tangalooma Dolphin Adventure with Snorkel the Shipwrecks

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    Trains as detailed

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    7 meals

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    International Flights

ITINERARY
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Days 1-2  Fly to Cairns

Days 3-4  Cairns
Welcome to Cairns, gateway to tropical North Queensland. The next day, 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 5  Cairns
Take to the dazzling waters of the Great Barrier Reef to explore this incredible underwater wonderland. Day 6 Cairns to Airlie Beach Today, board the Spirit of Queensland train and follow the coastline south past the Atherton 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 overnight   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 including the rare opportunity to feed dolphins and snorkel among shipwrecks.

Days 13-14  Fly home

FLIGHTS
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Flights

As we can offer you such a flexible choice of flights, we don't include international airfares with our tour prices. The price you pay will be determined by the time of year you travel, your departure airport, airline and availability.

Your Trailfinders Travel Consultant will be able to find the best flights to suit you and your choice of tour.

FAQ
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What visas (if any) will I need?

We will advise entry requirements for any destination/countries booked through Trailfinders and this will be shown on the ViewTrail app. For information and assistance with entry requirements and travel visas, our team of visa experts offer fast and friendly service. Take a look at our visa pages, email visas@trailfinders.com or call on 020 7368 1504 for more information.
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Where can I get government advice about travelling abroad?

For advice about travelling abroad, including the latest information on safety and security, entry requirements, local laws, travel warnings and more, visit www.travelaware.campaign.gov.uk.
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What vaccinations will I need?

This depends on where you are heading. For all the latest information on health risks and vaccinations you require for your trip, visit the Travel Health Pro website. Trailfinders operates a travel clinic in Kensington London. Book your appointment on our website, email clinic@trailfinders.com or call us on 020 7938 3999.
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What different travel styles do you offer?

  • Travel Pass: Explore at your own pace, with unbeatable flexibility. Our travel passes are a fun and budget-friendly way to explore a destination!
  • Small Group: Travel with a small and sociable group of like-minded travellers, with an expert guide to take care of all the details so you can focus on the fun.
  • Group: Don’t fancy going it alone? Join a sociable group tour for young travellers. Led by knowledgeable local leaders, these tours give you the chance to meet new people, see new places and have exciting new experiences.
  • Local Add on: Bring a destination to life with our selection of exciting local experiences.
  • Hostel Pass: Whether you’re backpacking in Australia or interrailing in Europe, Trailfinders recommends using Hostelworld.com for your accommodation – it’s a fast and easy booking system with over 16,000 hostels in 180 countries to choose from.
  • Working Holiday: Forget ‘living like a local’ and actually become a local! Working abroad is by far the best way to really get to know a place, to make new friends and fund more travelling. We have arrival packs in Australia and New Zealand to get you started.
  • Gap Year: The ultimate post-uni or career break! Spend up to a year travelling, embarking on exciting new experiences, meeting new people, making new memories, and having the time of your life!
  • Mini Gap: Wanting to travel but can’t stretch your time or budget to a full gap year? Our selection of Mini Gap’s are just what you need!
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