DAY 1  MONDAY  (LD) Cairns, Daintree Rainforest, Cooktown.

Early morning departure as we travel via the beautiful coastal road until we cross the Daintree River and enter the majestic expanse of the World Heritage listed Daintree/Cape Tribulation Rainforest. Over the jungle shrouded slopes of the controversial Bloomfield track to Cooktown. Perhaps a chance to shop for souvenirs in original colonial era shops. Overnight accommodation: Seaview Motel – (ensuite facilities)

DAY 2  TUESDAY (BLD) Lakefield National Park, Musgrave.

Assured of a unique place in the rich fabric of Australian history, Cooktown provides a visit of interest and excitement. Visit Cook’s landing place, Grassy Hill Lookout and the century old cemetery. Mid morning we travel via Battle Camp Ranges and Old Laura Station to Lakefield National Park. An opportunity to safely view crocodiles in their natural habitat. Experience living outback history as we approach Musgrave pioneer telegraph station, which is over 100 years old. Overnight accommodation: Musgrave – (share facilities)

DAY 3 WEDNESDAY (BLD) Coen, Archer River, Moreton Station.

Via historic Coen we travel north to cross the wide sandy Archer River and after lunch travel via Piccaninny Plains and Batavia Downs Stations to arrive at Moreton a former Telegraph Station that carried the morse code signal linking Brisbane to Thursday Island. Time for a guided nature walk on established trails along this lightly forested waterway. Overnight accommodation 2 nights: Cabin Tent – shared facilities (twin share fully screened tents with beds and linen)

DAY 4 THURSDAY (BLD) Weipa, Moreton Station.

Through huge cattle runs travel west to arrive at bauxite-mining town of Weipa on the Gulf of Carpentaria. A veritable “Oasis in the wilderness” and providing further contrast to your experience of this last frontier. Perhaps a Weipa Mine Tour (own cost). Overnight Moreton.

DAY 5 FRIDAY (BLD) Fruitbat Falls, Jardine River, Punsand Bay.

Civilisation far behind and we are really in four wheel drive country as we traverse streams, rocky crossings and the ever changing wilderness landscape of zamias and eucalyptus forests to reach today’s lunch destination. Then onto picturesque Fruitbat Falls on the Elliot River. Time to swim and explore or photograph the enchanting rock pools, and waterfall of this unique spot. This afternoon we cross the Jardine River, followed by a short visit to Bamaga Aboriginal and Islander settlement. 3 night’s accommodation: Punsand Bay Private Reserve. Permanent Cabin Tent (Ensuite facilities)

DAY 6 SATURDAY (BLD) Thursday Island, Horn Island.

Early morning ferry through the islands of the Torres Strait to legendary “T.I.” once homeport of the romantic pearl diver fleet, now “Capital” of the scattered islander communities between Australia and New Guinea. Time for sightseeing, souvenir shopping. Thursday and Horn Island tours & lunch IS INCLUDED.

DAY 7 SUNDAY (BLD) Cape York, Somerset.

An unforgettable day of achievement and interest. We stand at the very tip of our continent. Visit the ruins of Somerset, (road conditions permitting) with pristine beaches and rocky headlands.

DAY 8  MONDAY (BL) Punsand Bay, Bamaga, Cairns.

A morning transfer to Bamaga Airport for your return flight to Cairns. A hotel transfer on arrival in Cairns completes your holiday.

2013 DEPARTURE DATES

• May 13, 27
• June 10, 24
• July 08, 22
• August 5, 19
• September 02, 16, 30
• October 14

HIGHLIGHTS

• Cairns to Cape York Scenic Flight
• Horn Island (overnight)
• Thursday Island
• Torres Strait
• Punsand Bay (2 nights)
• Cape York – Most Northern Tip of Australia
• Moreton Station
• Weipa
• Musgrave
• Lakefield National Park
• Cooktown
• The Bloomfield Track
• Daintree National Park
• Cape Tribulation

TOUR INCLUDES

• 1 Driver/Guide plus 1 Hostess/Cook
• Return Cairns Accommodation Transfers
• Meals as indicated
• Guided tours & activities
• Air-conditioned 16-21 seat 4WD vehicle
• 3 nights motel style accommodation
• 4 nights cabin tent accommodation
• Cairns to Cape York (Horn Island) airfare
• Horn Island Bus Tour
• Horn Island Museum
• Thursday Island Ferry
• Thursday Island Bus Tour

EXTRAS

• Weipa Mine Tour $35 per person

OPTIONAL EXTRAS

CAIRNS ACCOMMODATION:

Before & After tour $42.50 per person per night includes free Airport pick up, Breakfast & Luggage storage