Sydney and Cairns Tour
7-Day Journey Through Australia’s City Sights and Reef Wonders
Experience the perfect mix of city life and natural beauty on this 7-day Sydney and Cairns tour. Explore Sydney’s iconic landmarks and beaches before heading north to discover the Great Barrier Reef and tropical rainforests.
Sydney
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Great Barrier Reef
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Daintree Rainforest
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Sydney 〰️ Great Barrier Reef 〰️ Daintree Rainforest 〰️
Sydney and Cairns Tours 7 Days
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
The Great Barrier Reef - Aboriginal Culture - Blue Mountains - Daintree Rain Forrest - Australian Wildlife - Beaches
Travel Style:
Private driver I Self-drive I Trains I Boats
Accommodation Style:
Motel I Hotel I Boutique Lodges
Discover some of Australia’s most iconic natural and cultural wonders on this unforgettable 7-day Sydney and Cairns tour. Begin your journey in Sydney, where you’ll explore its vibrant harbour, historic neighbourhoods, and the breathtaking Blue Mountains, known for their dramatic cliffs and eucalyptus forests. Fly north to Cairns, your gateway to tropical adventure. Here, you’ll cruise the Great Barrier Reef, a UNESCO World Heritage Site teeming with marine life, and explore the ancient Daintree Rainforest, the world’s oldest tropical rainforest. Ride the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway and glide over the rainforest canopy on the Skyrail, taking in views unlike anywhere else. This tour blends city sights, natural beauty, and cultural experiences into one seamless journey.
AUSTRALIAN ITINERARY
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Suggested activities
Nature: Snorkel or Dive
Outer Barrier Reef Cruise with Quicksilver Cruises - Lunch Included
For your experience of a lifetime, Quicksilver’s wave-piercing catamaran and friendly crew will take you to a reef at the very edge of Australia’s Continental Shelf, to an underwater world that is a dazzling kaleidoscope of colour and brilliance.
Choose to dive, snorkel, or stay dry and explore the stunning reef from the comfort of a Quicksilver semi-sub, just one meter underwater. Watch the fish feeding from Quicksilver’s unique underwater viewing platform and underwater observatory. Whichever way you choose, you’ll bring home a lifetime of memories from this living natural wonder. -
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Nature: Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation Tour with Billy Tea Safari - Lunch Included
Expertly guided aboard one of Billy Tea Safari’s custom 4WD vehicles, this immersive wet-tropics experience showcases the flora, fauna and diverse landscapes of the oldest continually surviving rainforest on the planet. Highlights include a scenic coastal drive, Daintree River cruise, guided rainforest walk, lunch in a beautiful rainforest setting, opportunity for an invigorating rainforest swim, free time at Cape Tribulation beach, complimentary tropical fruit ice-cream and a cable ferry crossing of the Daintree River.
Or Kuranda Rail and Skytrain
The Kuranda Scenic Railway and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway offer a unique and unforgettable way to experience the lush beauty of Tropical North Queensland. The railway journey winds through the rainforest-clad mountains from Cairns to the village of Kuranda, passing stunning waterfalls, deep ravines, and scenic lookouts. Built over 120 years ago, it’s a remarkable feat of engineering with a rich history. For a different perspective, the Skyrail glides above the rainforest canopy, offering panoramic views of the Coral Sea, Barron Gorge, and the vast expanse of the Wet Tropics. Along the way, you can stop at rainforest stations with informative boardwalks and lookouts. Together, these experiences provide a perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural insight, and historical charm.
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Arrive into Sydney
Sydney, Australia’s most iconic city, is a vibrant hub of culture, natural beauty, and history. Home to nearly 20% of the country's population, it’s also Australia’s largest city. Located along the stunning east coast, Sydney offers a captivating mix of world-famous landmarks—such as the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge—alongside pristine white-sand beaches like Bondi and Manly. With a rich tapestry of heritage, contemporary art, and diverse cuisine, Sydney caters to every type of traveller, from sun-seekers and food lovers to adventure enthusiasts and culture buffs.
Suggested activities
Sightseeing: Sydney Harbour Dinner Cruise
Step aboard a modern 78ft cruiser to begin your stunning Sydney Harbour Dinner Cruise. Designed with luxury and superb comfort in mind and with plenty of room on board, expansive main, upper, and sun decks offer 360-degree views of all the harbour’s iconic attractions as you sail past. The Sydney Harbour is photogenic at any time, but sunset is particularly special, and once the sun goes down, the gleaming cityscape comes alive in glittering lights. This dinner cruise allows you to experience the harbour from both beautiful perspectives.
This dinner experience is a long, lavish affair, with generous meals showcasing locally sourced and regionally influenced delicacies, paired with an expansive collection of beers, wine, soft drinks, tea, or coffee. -
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Culture: Sydney Opera House Private Tour
You’ve seen the outside but that’s only half the story. Beneath our magnificent sails lies incredible spaces and stories. Learn about the controversial history, unforgettable performances and exciting future of the Sydney Opera House. Walk through and see the House up close and personal. Each perspective brings a unique and breathtaking experience.
Sightseeing: Sydney Sightseeing Including Bondi Beach with Anderson's Tour
Embark on an unforgettable 4-hour Sydney sightseeing tour, discovering the rich history and iconic sights of this harbour city in a small group setting, ensuring a more personalised experience.
This experience begins with a guided walking tour of The Rocks area, where you’ll wander through cobblestone streets and gain an insight into the history of this iconic Sydney location. Afterwards, be prepared to be wonder struck as you drive past iconic landmarks like the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge. Get your camera read and enjoy panoramic views from Mrs Macquarie’s Chair. Later, visit the world-famous Bondi Beach, where you'll have the chance to stroll along the promenade or browse through the local shops or bars, before returning to the The Rocks, Sydney. -
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Nature: Blue Mountains Private Tour
The World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains is a wilderness area showcasing ancient rock formations, vast canyons and waterfalls plummeting into valleys below. The breathtaking views over the region stretch to the hazy blue horizon, while the historic village towns nestled amongst the rainforest are dotted with tea rooms, cellar doors and breweries hosted by local producers. There is no shortage of adventure in the Blue Mountains with the rugged sandstone escarpments, underground caves and deep canyons providing the perfect playground for rock climbing, abseiling, canyoning and more. Of course, relaxation is also on the cards with a number of resorts, boutique guesthouses and day spas throughout.
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Take a domestic 2.20h flight to Cairns
Private transfer from Cairns Airport to your accommodation:
Port Douglas
Welcome to the relaxed, tropical sea-side village of Port Douglas, the perfect getaway location. There are plenty of restaurants, bars and boutique stores, beach spots to relax, and tours of some of Australia's iconic natural wonders. With the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest on your doorstep, you can easily go snorkelling or diving, adventure on a mountain bike tour or learn about Indigenous country and culture through immersive experiences.