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Great Barrier Reef

March 10-13, 2009
3 Nights from $1499

 

Note: this trip runs back-to-back with our trip to Sydney for Mardi Gras, allowing you to do one or the other or both.

Sail away to one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Explore a picturesque reef sand island surrounded by magical coral gardens teeming with an incredible diversity of marine life and seabirds. Enjoy a day on this island paradise and experience snorkeling, sunbathing, relaxing, reading, rejuvenating, sailing, and swimming.

Plus, join us on the world famous Kuranda Scenic Railway journey comprising unsurpassed views of Barron Gorge National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Travel through steep ravines, picturesque waterfalls, the oldest rainforest in the world, while sipping sparkling wine or a cold beer and savoring delicious finger foods.

At the end of the rail journey, the rain forest adventure begins when we board the Skyrail Experience and continue through the mountains before gliding over the mighty Barron River. For those who want to take the adventure a step further, enjoy an exhilarating whitewater journey through the Australian Rain Forest before returning to Cairns.

PACKAGE INCLUDES

3 nights accommodations at the Five Star Shangri-La Marina Cairns Hotel in sensational Horizon Club Level Rooms

Services of a professional Zoom Concierge™ throughout the trip

Lavish Buffet Breakfast Daily

Complimentary Espresso Bar all day long

Complimentary Internet

Evening cocktails every night, including an open bar of fine Australian wine, champagne, beer, sushi, and other appetizers--all complimentary!

Welcome BBQ Dinner, including a sumptuous spread of meats, gourmet salads, gourmet traditional BBQ "fare" and tantalizing desserts.

Kuranda Scenic Railway trip including First Class service onboard with cocktails and appetizers of local delicacies.

Skyrail journey through the worlds oldest rainforest including a visit to stunning, roaring Barron River Falls.

Great Barrier Reef Five-Star Catamaran Snorkeling and Sailing Cruise and all meals onboard

Hotel Porterage (maximum 2 bags per person)

10% Government Service Tax

Roundtrip airport and tour transfers in an air-conditioned coach

Tropical North Queensland Riverforest and optional Whitewater Adventure, a Signature Zoom Event™

Admissions where applicable.

 
 
 
 
   

Accommodations:

Shangri-La Marina Cairns Hotel, 5 stars. The best hotel in Cairns! You'll enjoy upgraded Horizon Club rooms!

Ideally located in the heart of Cairns, the Shangri-La Hotel overlooks Marlin Marina, Trinity Bay and the green mountains that frame this jewel of a city, famous as a jumping-off point for the Great Barrier Reef.

The hotel—which recently completed a comprehensive AU$35 million redevelopment—is a 10-minute drive to Cairns International Airport, and a short stroll to the Esplanade Lagoon, Pier Shopping, Pier Dining Promenade and Great Barrier Reef Departure Terminal.

The upgraded hotel offers airy, modern accommodations with elegant furniture and spectacular views of the Marina. And with the renowned Horizon Club, Shangri-La is the only hotel in the area to offer a true five-star club floor facility.

Horizon Club rooms:

With significantly more space than Superior or Deluxe rooms, plus exclusive Horizon Club privileges, these rooms are an excellent choice for the traveler who desires added attention and services.

Located on the hotel’s Mezzanine level, the room offers eye-level views of Marlin Marina from both the bedroom, sitting room and oversized balcony.

Rooms feature an executive writing desk and broadband Internet access.

All Horizon Club rooms feature comfortable contemporary sofas and furniture from which to enjoy the flat-panel television and stereo entertainment.

view photos from last year's trip.