Cairns River Cruise & Cairns City Highlights

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Valid for 01APR24-31MAR26+:
Enjoy a 1 hour 15 minute guided calm-water cruise that explores the stunning sights of the Trinity Inlet and waterfront of Cairns. The extensive and stunning Inlet is mountain and mangrove lined and is a sanctuary for many types of wildlife. The tour meanders through pristine creeks (the home of saltwater crocodiles) and takes in some of the quirky sites of the backwaters of Cairns too. The Cairns River Cruises vessel is spacious and carries a maximum of 18 guests - so the tour is bespoke and personal, and everyone has access to the fantastic views of Cairns. Free time for a stroll along the Marina or Cairns Pier Shopping Centre before enjoying a delicious lunch at Dundee's on the Waterfront at 12pm. Relax and take in the waterfront views at Dundee's Restaurant before joining Cairns Discovery Tours City sights afternoon Tour. You will be collected at 1.00pm from the Cairns Marina as you discover the vibrant city's history. Learn about the rich cultural heritage unique to Cairns and the Far North. Step inside one of the most breathtaking cathedrals in all of Australia, featuring the World's largest themed stained-glass windows the St. Monica’s Cathedral. Visit the newly refurbished Cairns Museum, join our exclusive tour in the School of Arts building in the heart of the city to see highlights of yesteryear. Enjoy afternoon tea, a true local delight of warm, fresh from the oven scones with strawberry jam and cream and your choice of tea or coffee. Visit Cairns Botanic Gardens for a guided walk through the lush Flecker Botanic Gardens, renowned for having one of the best exhibitions in Australia of tropical plants. Meander through the butterfly lined pathways under the green canopy, as your guide explains the various plant and wildlife you see along the way. At Cairns Lookout, take in the panoramic views of the city and the Coral Sea. Lower Barron Falls - enjoy a walk at the lower section of the Barron Gorge National Park, Surprise Creek Falls. At Palm Cove, take a stroll along the jetty or on the sand on this picture-perfect beach, fringed with coconut trees. Nestled behind the beach is the quiet seaside suburb of Palm Cove, with its’ magnificent paperbark trees. Your day of discovery comes to a close returning to your chosen Cairns accommodation at approximately 6.00pm, or Northern Beaches at approximately 5.30pm.