CCY8 - Cairns To Cape York.
Duration: 8 Days, 7 Nights

Leaving Cairns we head north along the beautiful coastline to visit Mossman and Port Douglas. Port Douglas is an old port which today is an all year playground for the rich and famous. We then travel on to enjoy the world heritage listed Daintree Rainforest, Mossman Gorge and Valley of the Palms. We 4WD trek along the Bloomfield Track enjoying many scenic spots including Bloomfield Falls and Cedar Bay National Park before arriving in Cooktown for our overnight stay.

Overnight: Seaview Motel, COOKTOWN (DBB)

An early start from Cooktown as we head west to Battle Camp and onwards into Lakefield National Park. After visiting "Old Laura" homestead we travel through many fascinating river valleys and numerous giant termite mounds before arriving at Musgrave Station for an afternoon break.

We continue our journey top Coen for our overnight stay in guesthouse accommodation.

Overnight: Mrs Taylors Guesthouse, COEN (DBB)

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Travelling along part of the southern leg of the old Telegraph Track we come to the Archer River, one of the Cape's well known obstacles. Then continuing our adventure to one of Australia's most remote area's we head east exploring the Sir William Thompson Range and then crossing the Pascoe River, we head to Iron Range National Park. As we enter the National Park, we see the spectacular Mount Tozer at the peak of the table range, before descending down to Lockhart River a unique aboriginal community situated on the ocean at Lloyd Bay.

Onwards further north, exploring the many wonders of the Iron Range National Park whilst enjoying the dense tropical rainforest being the largest remaining area of lowland rainforest in Australia. We arrive at Portland Road at Cape Weymouth on the beautiful Coral Sea for our overnight stay. Enjoy a pleasant evening at Portland House Cottages.

Overnight: Portland House, PORTLAND ROAD (DBB)

Leaving the ocean, we head inland through the National Park and onwards to more savannah land, country of the Cape; to Batavia Downs and heading north on the Telegraph Track to the Wenlock River, and continue further along the old Telegraph Track to arrive at Bramwell Station property for our overnight stay.

Overnight: Bramwell Station, BRAMWELL STATION (DBB)

Heading north along the old Telegraph line track we visit Elliot Falls and after crossing many creeks we arrive at the Cape's most famous river, the Jardine. Here we can enjoy another tranquil lunch site before crossing the crocodile infested stream by ferry.

We stay in air-conditioned cabins or tent cabins by the sea, in the most exotic setting you can imagine.

Overnight: Seisa Resort, SEISA (DBB)

The most northerly tip of the Australian continent, Cape York, is our destination. We celebrate with champagne before visiting the remains of Somerset, which was established by the Jardines as the government outpost for the Torres Strait. We spend some time at some secluded beaches, where we have previously sighted dugongs and sea turtles. This is a particularly scenic part of the Cape, with lots to see and do.

Overnight: Seisa Resort, SEISA (DBB)

A change today from 4WD travelling as we take a boat cruise across the Torres Strait to Thursday Island and enjoy a guided tour around this small island. The island is situated between Cape York and New Guinea.

After lunch we take another cruise to Horne Island where we join the afternoon flight to Cairns where your AWT host will meet you for your overnight stay at Hotel Cairns.

Overnight: Hotel Cairns, CAIRNS (DBB)

This morning you have free time before your departure. We hope you have had a most memorable tour.

This tour departs every Sunday at 7.30am from May to November

INCLUSIONS: - 4WD air-conditioned deluxe transport - All accommodation twin share private facilities - All breakfasts & dinners (some lunches) - Morning / afternoon teas - All National Park entries - All ferries and barges - Cruise to Thursday Island - Flight from Cairns to Bamaga or Bamaga to Cairns (one way only) - Experienced driver guide Prices: See our pricing guide. TOUR CODE: CCY8

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