Australia: Tropical Treasures - Gold Coast & Cairns

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Inclusions

• Round-trip airfare from Los Angeles to Brisbane and Cairns
• 4-nights Gold Coast, QT Gold Coast, Ocean View King Room
  • Half Day Kangaroos & Mountain Views Experience
  • Gold Coast Ballooning with Vineyard Champagne Breakfast
• 5-nights Palm Cove Reef House Boutique Hotel & Spa, Ocean View King Room
  • Outer Barrier Reef Dreamtime Cruise
  • Full-day Cape Tribulation, Daintree and Mossman
• Round-trip private airport/hotel transfers throughout
• Breakfast daily
• US/foreign taxes & fees including September 11 Security Fee

Exclusions

Australian ETA Visa (AU$20/person) payable on application

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Itinerary

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  Day 1 - Depart USA

  Make your way to Los Angeles Airport for your overnight flight to Brisbane. If you require a connecting flight from another US gateway, please let us know and we can price your airfare accordingly.

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  Day 2 - International Date Line

  During your flight, you will cross the International Date Line.

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  Day 3 - Arrive Gold Coast

  On arrival at Brisbane Airport, you will be met and transferred to the Gold Coast for a four-night stay. The remainder of your day is free to relax or explore the city at your leisure.

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    QT Gold Coast (Deluxe)

    Immerse yourself in beach culture with a stay at the retro-glam QT Gold Coast. Dive, recline, spa, drink, dine, dance, and never stop, this is your designer playground to explore. Follow the neon lights to Yamagen Japanese, wander the Bazaar Marketplace, and kick back in rooms where golden hues meet sun-kissed serenity.

    Situated 50-meters from the beach and within easy walking distance of shopping restaurants and nightlife, QT Gold Coast offers 297 spacious rooms. Each room is furnished with the luxurious QT Dream beds, sleek designer bathrooms, premium amenities and custom finishes. Guests can decide between Ocean View or City View Rooms, 2-bedroom apartments of the sexy qtQT cabins.

    Facilities include an outdoor pool and spa, undercover and valet parking, 24-hour reception, wireless internet access, full concierge facilities and a luxury day spa, spaQ.

    When it is time to eat, QT Gold Coast offers an array of dining options. Bazaar is your marketplace of global flavors, while Yamagen offers traditional Japanese cuisine. Stingray is the perfect setting for a casual drink and a snack menu, whilst The Spring offers poolside dining from mid-morning to 6PM.

     

    QT Gold Coast  (Deluxe)
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  Day 4 - Gold Coast (B)

  Explore Tamborine National Park, the jewel of the Gold Coast Hinterland, and its charming mountaintop village. Begin with a peaceful walk through Coombabah Lakelands Conservation Park, where kangaroos and the occasional koala can be spotted in their natural habitat. Learn about the region’s First Nations heritage from expert guides endorsed by local Yugambeh representatives.

  Continue to Mount Tamborine for morning tea with oven-fresh scones, followed by a guided rainforest walk to the scenic Curtis Waterfall. Stroll along Gallery Walk to browse locally made art and crafts, and sample boutique wines or craft beers (own expense) for a perfect taste of the mountain’s vibrant culture.

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    QT Gold Coast (Deluxe)

    Immerse yourself in beach culture with a stay at the retro-glam QT Gold Coast. Dive, recline, spa, drink, dine, dance, and never stop, this is your designer playground to explore. Follow the neon lights to Yamagen Japanese, wander the Bazaar Marketplace, and kick back in rooms where golden hues meet sun-kissed serenity.

    Situated 50-meters from the beach and within easy walking distance of shopping restaurants and nightlife, QT Gold Coast offers 297 spacious rooms. Each room is furnished with the luxurious QT Dream beds, sleek designer bathrooms, premium amenities and custom finishes. Guests can decide between Ocean View or City View Rooms, 2-bedroom apartments of the sexy qtQT cabins.

    Facilities include an outdoor pool and spa, undercover and valet parking, 24-hour reception, wireless internet access, full concierge facilities and a luxury day spa, spaQ.

    When it is time to eat, QT Gold Coast offers an array of dining options. Bazaar is your marketplace of global flavors, while Yamagen offers traditional Japanese cuisine. Stingray is the perfect setting for a casual drink and a snack menu, whilst The Spring offers poolside dining from mid-morning to 6PM.

     

    QT Gold Coast  (Deluxe)
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  Day 5 - Gold Coast (B)

  Today is free to relax on the beach or take in the many sights of the Gold Coast. Visit the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary or meet marine life at Sea World. Step back in time to explore rainforests that date back to Gondwana, take a tour beside Yugambeh traditional custodians to learn about the Gold Coast’s rich Indigenous culture at Dreaming Mountain (Jellurgal). Learn to Surf or kayak along the waterways. Gold Coast is renowned for its abundance of fine-dining, international cuisines, family-friendly surf clubs and lively pubs to consider exploring! Ask one of our Destination Specialist to tailor your stay.

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    QT Gold Coast (Deluxe)

    Immerse yourself in beach culture with a stay at the retro-glam QT Gold Coast. Dive, recline, spa, drink, dine, dance, and never stop, this is your designer playground to explore. Follow the neon lights to Yamagen Japanese, wander the Bazaar Marketplace, and kick back in rooms where golden hues meet sun-kissed serenity.

    Situated 50-meters from the beach and within easy walking distance of shopping restaurants and nightlife, QT Gold Coast offers 297 spacious rooms. Each room is furnished with the luxurious QT Dream beds, sleek designer bathrooms, premium amenities and custom finishes. Guests can decide between Ocean View or City View Rooms, 2-bedroom apartments of the sexy qtQT cabins.

    Facilities include an outdoor pool and spa, undercover and valet parking, 24-hour reception, wireless internet access, full concierge facilities and a luxury day spa, spaQ.

    When it is time to eat, QT Gold Coast offers an array of dining options. Bazaar is your marketplace of global flavors, while Yamagen offers traditional Japanese cuisine. Stingray is the perfect setting for a casual drink and a snack menu, whilst The Spring offers poolside dining from mid-morning to 6PM.

     

    QT Gold Coast  (Deluxe)
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  Day 6 - Gold Coast (B)

  Soar above Brisbane’s Scenic Rim, where forested valleys and vine-covered hills reveal their true beauty at sunrise. Begin your day with a 30-minute hot air balloon flight, taking in panoramic views of the picturesque landscapes below. Upon landing, join the crew to help pack the balloon before celebrating your adventure with a glass of Champagne and a delicious hot buffet breakfast at a local vineyard. Return to the Gold Coast mid-morning.

   

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    QT Gold Coast (Deluxe)

    Immerse yourself in beach culture with a stay at the retro-glam QT Gold Coast. Dive, recline, spa, drink, dine, dance, and never stop, this is your designer playground to explore. Follow the neon lights to Yamagen Japanese, wander the Bazaar Marketplace, and kick back in rooms where golden hues meet sun-kissed serenity.

    Situated 50-meters from the beach and within easy walking distance of shopping restaurants and nightlife, QT Gold Coast offers 297 spacious rooms. Each room is furnished with the luxurious QT Dream beds, sleek designer bathrooms, premium amenities and custom finishes. Guests can decide between Ocean View or City View Rooms, 2-bedroom apartments of the sexy qtQT cabins.

    Facilities include an outdoor pool and spa, undercover and valet parking, 24-hour reception, wireless internet access, full concierge facilities and a luxury day spa, spaQ.

    When it is time to eat, QT Gold Coast offers an array of dining options. Bazaar is your marketplace of global flavors, while Yamagen offers traditional Japanese cuisine. Stingray is the perfect setting for a casual drink and a snack menu, whilst The Spring offers poolside dining from mid-morning to 6PM.

     

    QT Gold Coast  (Deluxe)
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  Day 7 - Gold Coast - Cairns - Palm Cove (B)

  After breakfast, transfer from the Gold Coast to Brisbane Airport for your flight to Cairns. On arrival in Cairns, you will be met and transferred to Palm Cove for a 5-night stay.

  The Reef House is an iconic adults-only boutique retreat in Palm Cove, just 25 minutes north of Cairns. Overlooking the Coral Sea, it offers personalized service, tropical escape packages, and a romantic, relaxing atmosphere. Enjoy the adults-only pool, evening canapés and punch, yoga, and a multi-award-winning day spa. Explore nearby wonders like the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest, then end your day dining under the stars at the Reef House Restaurant.
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  Day 8 - Palm Cove (B)

  Today is free to relax and explore the coastal village of Palm Cove or relax poolside at the Resort.
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  Day 9 - Palm Cove (B,L)

  The Great Barrier Reef has long been under the care of its Traditional Custodians, and this unique snorkeling and sightseeing experience offers the chance to explore it through their eyes. Led by Indigenous Sea Rangers—the reef’s only Indigenous tour operators—travelers will hear the Creation Story, learn about the reef’s history, culture, and marine ecosystem, and gain a deeper appreciation of this natural wonder. The full-day tour visits two pristine outer reef sites and includes all equipment, snorkeling, guided commentary, boat transfers, and meals for an unforgettable cultural and ecological adventure.
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  Day 10 - Palm Cove (B,L)

  Begin your day with morning tea at the Mossman Gorge Cultural Centre before a guided rainforest walk, where your driver-guide shares the secrets of one of the world’s oldest tropical rainforests. Cruise the Daintree River to spot birds, tree snakes, unique plants, and estuarine crocodiles, then savor a tropical lunch at Heritage Lodge overlooking Cooper Creek. Stroll along Cape Tribulation’s stunning beach, where the ancient rainforest meets the Great Barrier Reef, and enjoy exotic fruit ice cream at the Daintree Ice Cream Company. Conclude with a scenic drive through Alexandra Range and take in breathtaking views over the Daintree River estuary, Snapper Island, and the Coral Sea.
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  Day 11 - Palm Cove (B)

  Today is free to relax and explore the coastal village of Palm Cove or relax poolside at the Resort.
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  Day 12 - Depart Palm Cove (B)

  Enjoy a leisurely morning before transferring to Cairns Airport for your return flight to Los Angeles.

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