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Spirit of Queensland Explorer & Rainforest Rail Adventure

Holiday Includes: All Flights All Flights Taxes Taxes Rail Journey Rail Journey Hotels Hotels Tours Tours

Departure

23 March 2027

Trip Duration

7 nights

Departure Station

Brisbane

Arrival Station

Cairns

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Discover The Great Barrier Reef In Style Onboard A Catamaran
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Experience Breathtaking Views From The Kuranda Scenic Railway
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Solo price from $4,099

Capture the soul of Queensland on this remarkable holiday that combines hotel stays and guided tours in Cairns with scenic rail journeys through striking landscapes.

There’s no better way to explore Australia’s east coast than by train, and you’ll experience this joy twice over. From lush cane fields to the shimmering Coral Sea, Spirit of Queensland’s panoramic windows reveal endless contrasts as you glide from Brisbane to Cairns – your home for the next five nights. Exchanging coastal vistas for rainforest views, the Kuranda Scenic Railway will carry you through Barron Gorge National Park, past cascading waterfalls, deep ravines, and old timber bridges clinging to the mountainside.

The perfect complement to your dual rail adventure: a catamaran cruise to the Great Barrier Reef. Discover a world beneath the waves as you drift past turtles and manta rays – a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with marine life.

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Your Holiday Includes

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Rail Journey

  • 1 night rail journey on board Spirit of Queensland from Brisbane to Cairns in a lie-flat railbed with all meals
  • In-seat wine and dine service and entertainment
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Escorted Tours

  • Kuranda Scenic Railway and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway tour including*:
  • Kuranda Village
  • Rainforestation Nature Park
  • Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience
  • Tropical Fruit Orchard
  • Dreamtime Walk
  • Koala and Wildlife Park
  • Amphibious Army Duck tour of the rainforest
  • ‘Reef Magic’ Great Barrier Reef cruise, including:
  • Air-conditioned catamaran transfers
  • 4 hours of reef time
  • Marine life touch tank
  • Underwater observatory
  • Fish feeding presentations
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Hotel Stays

  • 1 night four-star hotel stay in Brisbane at the Amora Hotel Brisbane
  • 5 night four-star hotel stay in Cairns at the Crystalbrook Bailey
  • All hotel stays include breakfast
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All Flights & Taxes

*Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail may be closed for trackworks and maintenance on select travel dates. This will be replaced with a Cape Tribulation and Daintree Rainforest tour if the tour date is not available. Itinerary may operate in reverse depending on departure date.

Itinerary

Brisbane: Hotel Stay
Day 1

Brisbane: Hotel Stay

Upon arrival in Brisbane, you’ll make your own way to the hotel and check in for an overnight stay.
Overnight: Amora Hotel Brisbane
Brisbane: Board the Spirit of Queensland
Day 2

Brisbane: Board the Spirit of Queensland

Board the Spirit of Queensland for your overnight train journey from Brisbane to Cairns. Settle into your comfortable RailBed and let the scenery do the...
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner Overnight: Spirit of Queensland
Cairns: Alight the Spirit of Queensland
Day 3

Cairns: Alight the Spirit of Queensland

Upon alighting the Spirit of Queensland, you’ll be whisked into a tropical paradise by the balmy air and azure waters of Cairns. Surrounded by the...
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch Overnight: Crystalbrook Bailey
Cairns: Hotel Stay
Day 4

Cairns: Hotel Stay

Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore Cairns and its lush tropical landscapes. Visit Cape Tribulation, stroll along the lively Esplanade, admire the diverse...
Meals Included: Breakfast Overnight: Crystalbrook Bailey
Cairns: Kuranda Tour & Hotel Stay
Day 5

Cairns: Kuranda Tour & Hotel Stay

Today, you’ll immerse yourself in the enthralling rainforest village of Kuranda, boarding the Kuranda Scenic Railway for a spellbinding journey through the Barron Gorge National...
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch Overnight: Crystalbrook Bailey
Cairns: Tour & Hotel Stay
Day 6

Cairns: Tour & Hotel Stay

Discover the Great Barrier Reef, which spans an incredible 344,000 square kilometres, on a catamaran cruise. Snorkel around the world’s largest living organism to spot...
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch Overnight: Crystalbrook Bailey
Cairns: Hotel Stay
Day 7

Cairns: Hotel Stay

Originally home to the Yirrganydji and Yidinji peoples, Cairns offers a rich range of cultural attractions. Discover some of the incredible Indigenous artwork at Cairns...
Meals Included: Breakfast Overnight: Crystalbrook Bailey
Cairns: Fly Home
Day 8

Cairns: Fly Home

Your holiday complete, today you’ll head to the airport for your flight home.
Meals Included: Breakfast

Your Tour Highlights

Kuranda Scenic Railway

Kuranda Scenic Railway

The Kuranda Scenic Railway, a century-old track, meanders through a lush tropical landscape, offering breathtaking views of mountains, waterfalls, tunnels, bridges, and Barron Gorge. It...
Great Barrier Reef

Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef spans 344,000 square kilometers, visible from space. Explore its breathtaking beauty aboard a glass-bottom boat, witness exotic marine life during guided...
Rainforestation Nature Park

Rainforestation Nature Park

Rainforestation Nature Park guarantees year-round thrills in captivating natural settings. Experience a unique World War II Army Duck tour, engage in the interactive Pamagirri Aboriginal...

Your Hotel Stay

Included Hotel
Amora Hotel Brisbane (Or Similar)
Amora Hotel Brisbane (Or Similar)
Amora Hotel Brisbane (Or Similar)
Amora Hotel Brisbane (Or Similar)
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Brisbane

Amora Hotel Brisbane (Or Similar)

Amora Hotel Brisbane offers an elegant city escape, blending contemporary comfort with genuine hospitality. Perfectly positioned near the CBD, it places business and leisure travellers moments from Brisbane’s highlights. Spacious rooms, thoughtful amenities and attentive service ensure a seamless stay. Guests can unwind in refined dining spaces, host productive meetings, or simply relax in style. Whether visiting for work or pleasure, Amora delivers exceptional value, convenience and a memorable Brisbane experience that leaves lasting impressions long after departure for guests.

Included Hotel
Crystalbrook Bailey (Or Similar)
Crystalbrook Bailey (Or Similar)
Crystalbrook Bailey (Or Similar)
Crystalbrook Bailey (Or Similar)
Crystalbrook Bailey (Or Similar)
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Cairns

Crystalbrook Bailey (Or Similar)

Crystalbrook Bailey’s atmosphere is both modern and innovative while also celebrating originality and individuality. A luxury hotel, you’re gifted time to lose yourself in Cairns’ lively streets and attractions from here. Delight in an enviable selection of on-site restaurants which cater to every palate, from CC’s Bar and Grill – transporting your tastebuds to Australia’s rugged Outback – to Pachamama’s vibrant Latin flavours. Crystalbrook Bailey also delivers special offers and packages including private dining at The Arte Room and experiences with monthly Feature Artists. You’ll then retire to your intimate, thoughtfully designed room and fall into crisp white linens – the perfect end to a day exploring Cairns.

Spirit of Queensland

Climb on board the contemporary and comfortable Spirit of Queensland, a modern tilt train, for a fabulous one-night journey from sunny Brisbane to the natural wilderness of captivating Cairns. Travelling over 1,500km north, you’ll embrace the picturesque views of the unfolding landscape from your pleasant seat. Savour the delectable flavours of local product, listen to music from the state-of-the-art entertainment facilities and get to know your fellow passengers as you glide through the landscapes of a top speed of 160km an hour.

The newest trains on the track, the Spirit of Queensland combines the perfect blend of comfortable seating and modern entertainment options with the charm of a long-distance rail travel. Travelling between Brisbane and Cairns five times a week, the Spirit of Queensland redefines the modern rail travel experience with the convenience and ease of access spectacular holiday destinations.

Spirit of Queensland

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Spirit of Queensland Explorer & Rainforest Rail Adventure

Departure

March 23, 2027

Trip Duration

7 nights

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