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Embark on the ultimate Aussie adventure to Far North Queensland & beyond. This action-packed adventure offers a perfect blend of history, wildlife encounters, a vast expanse of unspoiled wilderness and sunsets that will stay with you forever.
Departing from Cairns, you will travel north on the picturesque Captain Cook Highway, passing through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation. Continue along one of Australia's most scenic four-wheel drive tracks, the wild and beautiful Bloomfield Track, stopping off at the iconic Lion's Den Hotel before reaching historical Cooktown. During your adventure, you'll visit Musgrave Telegraph Station and Bramwell Station, where you can immerse yourself in the true blue Aussie spirit.
Continue on to Weipa and witness a spectacular Outback sunset over the west coast of the Cape York Peninsula. Take a chance at spotting native wildlife such as crocodiles, cassowaries and more before taking a refreshing dip at Fruit Bat Falls. Visit the bucket-list-worthy Cape York, taking in the breathtaking views of the northernmost point of Australia’s mainland. Then travel by ferry to the remote Thursday Island, where you'll discover the rich history and culture of the Torres Strait Islanders, before flying back to Cairns to conclude your journey.
This incredible deal includes a one-way flight, 6 nights accommodation, 17 meals including daily breakfast, transport by four-wheel drive, and so much more. Explore the wild beauty of Far North Queensland and book this unbeatable adventure today!
Want more? Choose your direction or extend your trip with additional time on Horn Island. Holiday your way with four itineraries available.
Make your own way to Cairns. This morning’s adventure starts with a pick-up from selected accommodation:
Please note: Upon purchase of this package, you will receive an email asking for confirmation of your pick-up location. Pick-up times will be confirmed in your travel documents, sent 4-6 weeks prior to the departure date.
Travel north along the Captain Cook Highway, which hugs the coast and offers views of the stunning Coral Sea. Pass through the World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation. This is the only place in the world where two UNESCO World Heritage Sites meet, the Rainforest & the Reef. We continue along one of the most scenic 4WD tracks in Australia, the wild and beautiful Bloomfield Track (road conditions permitted), stopping off at the unique Lion’s Den Hotel and the mysterious Black Mountain before arriving at the old gold port of Cooktown. Once we arrive, we’ll visit Captain Cook's Landing, where the Endeavour sought refuge to repair the damage sustained when the ship had grounded on an uncharted reef. This would be Cook’s longest onshore stay for his entire voyage, and he later named the river ‘Endeavour’ after the great vessel whose life it saved.
Driving distance: (approx.) 235km
Overnight: Sovereign Resort Hotel Cooktown or similar
Meals included: Lunch; Dinner
Today we head west into the outback to explore Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park (road conditions permitted), a haven for the many birds, particularly for its population of waterbirds such as the brolga, sarus crane, black-necked stork, comb-crested jacana and magpie geese. In the woodland, you’ll find other native species, such as the agile wallaby and the Australian bustard. Lagoons, billabongs, and vast river lakes are home to fresh and saltwater crocodiles. The afternoon finds us arriving at our overnight accommodation at The Old Musgrave Telegraph Station, a heritage-listed former telegraph station and now a roadhouse.
Musgrave was first built as an overland telegraph station in 1887, along with Palmerville, Fairview, Coen, Mein, Moreton, McDonnell and Paterson. Known as a repeater station, it had great banks of batteries and a generator to boost the power in the telegraph line. It was named after Sir Anthony Musgrave (1828 – 1888) who was Governor of Queensland from 1883 to 1888.
Musgrave is the only overland telegraph station in the peninsula that remains, as the old wire has been replaced with modern microwave radio systems and optic fibre.
Driving distance: (approx.) 280km
Overnight: Musgrave Telegraph Station or similar
Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
This morning, we continue north, stopping off at the historic frontier gold town of Coen and the picturesque Archer River, before making our way to the bauxite-mining town of Weipa. Weipa is a town of natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. Here you’ll find flawless beaches, breathtaking wilderness and fantastic fishing. Sit back, relax and take in the spectacular sunset over the Gulf of Carpentaria.
Driving distance: (approx.) 380km
Overnight: Albatross Bay Hotel or similar
Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
This morning you have the option to join a Wildlife Eco River Cruise (own expense). After lunch, we continue to Australia’s most northerly cattle station - Bramwell Station. The station is a well-known and well-loved stop for visitors for the past 40 years, encapsulating the true blue Aussie spirit.
Driving distance: (approx.) 260km
Overnight: Bramwell Station or similar
Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner
After an early start, we head north, travelling along part of the Old Telegraph Track to arrive at Fruit Bat Falls for lunch. The Fruit Bat Falls is one of the most bucket-list-worthy waterfalls to visit in Australia. Relax, swim, and enjoy this unique area with its enchanting waterfall.
Continuing northwards across the Jardine River, we arrive in Cape York! We will be staying in Seisia. Seisia is ideally located for our next few days, within walking distance from the Seisia Wharf, the departure point for the ferry to Thursday Island and a famous fishing spot. Enjoy the evening in this remote and spectacular destination.
Driving distance: (approx.) 220km
Overnight: Seisia Holiday Park or similar
Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
Get ready for an unforgettable day as we head further north! Stand at the very top of mainland Australia. Afterwards, we’ll visit Somerset (road conditions permitted), once the home of the legendary Jardine family and the larger-than-life pioneer Frank Jardine, who was instrumental in the development of the area. We have lunch on palm-fringed Anchorage Beach, which overlooks the Albany Passage. A walk on the beach completes your day before returning to Seisia for the evening.
Driving distance: (approx.) 160km
Overnight: Seisia Holiday Park or similar
Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
This morning is an early departure as we cruise through island-studded straits to explore our northern community, Thursday Island. Here, you will be taken on an informative guided bus tour of the island and its picturesque Harbour, once home to the romantic pearl lugger fleet. Then board your plane at Horn Island for your flight back to Cairns. Arriving late afternoon in Cairns, your tour finishes with a drop off to selected Cairns hotel accommodation.
Meals included: Breakfast
Make your own way to Cairns. This morning’s adventure starts with a pick-up from selected accommodation:
Please note: Upon purchase of this package, you will receive an email asking for confirmation of your pick-up location. Pick-up times will be confirmed in your travel documents, sent 4-6 weeks prior to the departure date.
You are then heading to Cairns airport for your flight to Horn Island. Once arrived, transfer by ferry to Thursday Island and on arrival, you will be taken on an informative guided bus tour of the island and its picturesque Harbour, once home to the romantic pearl lugger fleet. In the afternoon, board the ferry to the mainland, where your guide will meet you, who will transfer you to Seisia. Seisia is ideally located for our next few days, within walking distance from the Seisia Wharf, a famous fishing spot. Enjoy the evening in this remote and spectacular destination.
Overnight: Gateway Resort Horn Island or similar
Meals included: Dinner
Get ready for an unforgettable day! Stand at the very top of mainland Australia. Afterwards, we’ll visit Somerset (road conditions permitted), once the home of the legendary Jardine family and the larger-than-life pioneer Frank Jardine, who was instrumental in the development of the area. We have lunch on palm-fringed Anchorage Beach, which overlooks the Albany Passage. A walk on the beach completes your day before returning to Seisia for the evening.
Overnight: Seisia Holiday Park or similar
Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
Southward bound, we cross the mighty Jardine River, stopping at Fruit Bat Falls for lunch. The Fruit Bat Falls is one of the most bucket-list-worthy waterfalls to visit in Australia. Relax, swim, and enjoy this unique area with its enchanting waterfall. Travel along part of the Old Telegraph Track before arriving at Australia’s most northern cattle station - Bramwell Station. The station has been a well-known and well-loved stop for visitors for the past 40 years, encapsulating the true blue Aussie spirit.
Overnight: Bramwell Station or similar
Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
Today we continue south through the wilderness with all its varied landscapes to cross the Wenlock River. We head for the shores of the Gulf of Carpentaria and Weipa. This afternoon there will be the opportunity for a Wildlife Eco River Cruise (own expense). Weipa is a town of natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. Here you’ll find flawless beaches, breathtaking wilderness and fantastic fishing. Relax and take in the spectacular sunset over the Gulf of Carpentaria.
Overnight: Albatross Bay Hotel or similar
Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner
We continue south, stopping off at the picturesque Archer River and then on to Coen's historic frontier gold town. The afternoon finds us arriving at our overnight accommodation at the Old Musgrave Telegraph Station, a heritage-listed former telegraph station and now a roadhouse.
Musgrave was first built as an overland telegraph station in 1887, along with Palmerville, Fairview, Coen, Mein, Moreton, McDonnell and Paterson. Known as a repeater station, it had great banks of batteries and a generator to boost the power in the telegraph line. It was named after Sir Anthony Musgrave (1828 – 1888), Governor of Queensland from 1883 to 1888.
Musgrave remains the only overland telegraph station in the peninsula, as the old wire has been replaced with modern microwave radio systems and optic fibre.
Overnight: Musgrave Telegraph Station or similar
Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
After an early start, we head east towards Princess Charlotte Bay, where we explore Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park (road conditions permitted), a haven for the many birds, particularly for its population of waterbirds such as the brolga, sarus crane, black-necked stork, comb-crested jacana and magpie geese. In the woodland, you’ll find other native species, such as the agile wallaby and the Australian bustard. Lagoons, billabongs, and vast river lakes are home to fresh and saltwater crocodiles. Continue to the old gold port of Cooktown, where we visit Captain Cook's Landing, where the Endeavour sought refuge to repair the damage sustained when the ship had grounded on an uncharted reef. This would be Cook’s longest onshore stay for his entire voyage, and he later named the river ‘Endeavour’ after the great vessel whose life it saved.
Overnight: Sovereign Resort Hotel Cooktown or similar
Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
Unfortunately, the final exciting day has arrived, but before returning to Cairns, we make our way south, passing the mysterious Black Mountain and the historic Lions Den Hotel. Traversing along one of the most scenic 4WD tracks in Australia, the wild and beautiful Bloomfield Track (road conditions permitted). Pass through the World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation. This is the only place in the world where two UNESCO World Heritage Sites meet, the Rainforest & the Reef. Travel south along the Captain Cook Highway, which hugs the coast and offers views of the stunning Coral Sea before arriving in Cairns. Arriving in the afternoon, your tour finishes with a drop-off to selected Cairns hotel accommodation.
Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch
Make your way to Cairns. This morning’s adventure starts with a pick-up from selected accommodation:
Please note: Upon purchase of this package, you will receive an email asking for confirmation of your pick-up location. Pick-up times will be confirmed in your travel documents, sent 4-6 weeks before the departure date.
Travel north along the Captain Cook Highway, which hugs the coast and offers views of the stunning Coral Sea. Pass through the World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation. This is the only place in the world where two UNESCO World Heritage Sites meet, the Rainforest & the Reef. We continue along one of the most scenic 4WD tracks in Australia, the wild and beautiful Bloomfield Track (road conditions permitted), stopping off at the unique Lion’s Den Hotel and the mysterious Black Mountain before arriving at the old gold port of
Cooktown. Once we arrive, we’ll visit Captain Cook's Landing, where the Endeavour sought refuge to repair the damage sustained when the ship had grounded on an uncharted reef. This would be Cook’s longest onshore stay for his entire voyage, and he later named the river ‘Endeavour’ after the great vessel whose life it saved.
Driving distance: (approx.) 235km
Overnight: Sovereign Resort Hotel Cooktown or similar
Meals included: Lunch; Dinner
Today we head west into the outback to explore Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park (road conditions permitted), a haven for the many birds, particularly for its population of waterbirds such as the brolga, sarus crane, black-necked stork, comb-crested jacana and magpie geese. In the woodland, you’ll find other native species, such as the agile wallaby and the Australian bustard. Lagoons, billabongs, and vast river lakes are home to fresh and saltwater crocodiles. The afternoon finds us arriving at our overnight accommodation at The Old Musgrave Telegraph Station, a heritage-listed former telegraph station and now a roadhouse.
Musgrave was first built as an overland telegraph station in 1887, along with Palmerville, Fairview, Coen, Mein, Moreton, McDonnell and Paterson. Known as a repeater station, it had great banks of batteries and a generator to boost the power in the telegraph line. It was named after Sir Anthony Musgrave (1828 – 1888), Governor of Queensland from 1883 to 1888.
Musgrave remains the only overland telegraph station in the peninsula, as the old wire has been replaced with modern microwave radio systems and optic fibre.
Driving distance: (approx.) 280km
Overnight: Musgrave Telegraph Station or similar
Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
This morning, we continue north, stopping off at the historic frontier gold town of Coen and the picturesque Archer River before making our way to the bauxite-mining town of Weipa. Weipa is a town of natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. Here you’ll find flawless beaches, breathtaking wilderness and fantastic fishing. Relax and take in the spectacular sunset over the Gulf of Carpentaria.
Driving distance: (approx.) 380km
Overnight: Albatross Bay Hotel or similar
Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
This morning you can join a Wildlife Eco River Cruise (own expense). After lunch, we continue to Australia’s most northerly cattle station - Bramwell Station. The station has been a well-known and well-loved stop for visitors for the past 40 years, encapsulating the true blue Aussie spirit.
Driving distance: (approx.) 260km
Overnight: Bramwell Station or similar
Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner
After an early start, we head north, travelling along part of the Old Telegraph Track to arrive at Fruit Bat Falls for lunch. The Fruit Bat Falls is one of the most bucket-list-worthy waterfalls to visit in Australia. Relax, swim, and enjoy this unique area with its enchanting waterfall.
Continuing northwards across the Jardine River, we arrive in Cape York! We will be staying in Seisia. Seisia is ideally located for our next few days, within walking distance from the Seisia Wharf, the departure point for the ferry to Thursday Island and a famous fishing spot. Enjoy the evening in this remote and spectacular destination.
Driving distance: (approx.) 220km
Overnight: Seisia Holiday Park or similar
Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
Get ready for an unforgettable day as we head further north! Stand at the very top of mainland Australia. Afterwards, we’ll visit Somerset (road conditions permitted), once the home of the legendary Jardine family and the larger-than-life pioneer Frank Jardine, who was instrumental in the development of the area. We have lunch on palm-fringed Anchorage Beach, which overlooks the Albany Passage. A walk on the beach completes your day before returning to Seisia for the evening.
Driving distance: (approx.) 160km
Overnight: Seisia Holiday Park or similar
Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
This morning is an early departure as we cruise through island-studded straits to explore our northern community, Thursday Island. You will be taken on an informative guided bus tour of the island and its picturesque Harbour, once home to the romantic pearl lugger fleet. Then transfer to Horn Island, where you will be transferred to your accommodation for the evening.
Overnight: Gateway Resort Horn Island or similar
Meals included: Breakfast
After breakfast, you will be taken on a guided tour of this truly remarkable island. Horn Island became prominent during World War II when it suffered eight Japanese air raids. Today the island has a small population of approximately 650 people, with a focus on pearling and fishing. After lunch, you can visit the museum and watch the Heroes of Horn Island before exploring the island at your own leisure. In the early afternoon, you will be transferred to the airport in preparation for your return flight to Cairns.
Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch
Make your own way to Cairns. This morning’s adventure starts with a pick-up from selected accommodation:
Please note: Upon purchase of this package, you will receive an email asking for confirmation of your pick-up location. Pick-up times will be confirmed in your travel documents, sent 4-6 weeks prior to the departure date.
You will then head to Cairns airport for your flight to Horn Island. Once arrived, you will be taken on a guided tour of this truly remarkable island. Horn Island became prominent during World War II when it suffered eight Japanese air raids. Today the island has a small population of approximately 650 people, with a focus on pearling and fishing. After lunch, you can visit the museum and watch the Heroes of Horn Island before exploring the island at your own leisure.
Overnight: Gateway Resort Horn Island or similar
Meals included: Lunch; Dinner
This morning, transfer by ferry to Thursday Island. On arrival, you will take an informative guided bus tour of the island and its picturesque Harbour, once home to the romantic pearl lugger fleet. In the afternoon, board the ferry to the mainland, where you will be met by your guide, who will transfer you to Seisia. Seisia is ideally located for our next few days, being within walking distance from the Seisia Wharf, a famous fishing spot. Enjoy the evening in this remote and spectacular destination.
Overnight: Seisia Holiday Park or similar
Meals included: Dinner
Get ready for an unforgettable day! Stand at the very top of mainland Australia. Afterwards, we’ll visit Somerset (road conditions permitted), once the home of the legendary Jardine family and the larger-than-life pioneer Frank Jardine, who was instrumental in the development of the area. We have lunch on palm-fringed Anchorage Beach, which overlooks the Albany Passage. A walk on the beach completes your day before returning to Seisia for the evening.
Overnight: Seisia Holiday Park or similar
Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
Southward bound, we cross the mighty Jardine River, stopping at Fruit Bat Falls for lunch. The Fruit Bat Falls is one of the most bucket-list-worthy waterfalls to visit in Australia. Relax, swim, and enjoy this unique area with its enchanting waterfall. Travel along part of the Old Telegraph Track before arriving at Australia’s most northern cattle station - Bramwell Station. The station has been a well-known and well-loved visitor stop for the past 40 years, encapsulating the true blue Aussie spirit.
Overnight: Bramwell Station or similar
Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
Today we continue south through the wilderness with all its varied landscapes to cross the Wenlock River. We head for the shores of the Gulf of Carpentaria and Weipa. This afternoon there will be the opportunity for a Wildlife Eco River Cruise (own expense). Weipa is a town of natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. Here you’ll find flawless beaches, breathtaking wilderness and fantastic fishing. Relax and take in the spectacular sunset over the Gulf of Carpentaria.
Overnight: Albatross Bay Hotel or similar
Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner
We continue south, stopping off at the picturesque Archer River, then on to the historic frontier gold town of Coen. The afternoon finds us arriving at our overnight accommodation at the Old Musgrave Telegraph Station, a heritage-listed former telegraph station and now a roadhouse.
Musgrave was first built as an overland telegraph station in 1887, along with Palmerville, Fairview, Coen, Mein, Moreton, McDonnell and Paterson. Known as a repeater station, it had great banks of batteries and a generator to boost the power in the telegraph line. It was named after Sir Anthony Musgrave (1828 – 1888), Governor of Queensland from 1883 to 1888.
Musgrave remains the only overland telegraph station in the peninsula, as the old wire has been replaced with modern microwave radio systems and optic fibre.
Overnight: Musgrave Telegraph Station or similar
Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
After an early start, we head east towards Princess Charlotte Bay, where we explore Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park (road conditions permitted), a haven for the many birds, particularly for its population of waterbirds such as the brolga, sarus crane, black-necked stork, comb-crested jacana and magpie geese. In the woodland, you’ll find other native species, such as the agile wallaby and the Australian bustard. Lagoons, billabongs, and vast river lakes are home to fresh and saltwater crocodiles. Continue to the old gold port of Cooktown, where we visit Captain Cook's Landing, where the Endeavour sought refuge to repair the damage sustained when the ship had grounded on an uncharted reef. This would be Cook’s longest onshore stay for his entire voyage, and he later named the river ‘Endeavour’ after the great vessel whose life it saved.
Overnight: Sovereign Resort Hotel Cooktown or similar
Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
Unfortunately, the final exciting day has arrived, but before returning to Cairns, we make our way south, passing the mysterious Black Mountain and the historic Lions Den Hotel, traversing along one of the most scenic 4WD tracks in Australia, the wild and beautiful Bloomfield Track (road conditions permitted). Pass through the World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation. This is the only place in the world where two UNESCO World Heritage Sites meet, the Rainforest & the Reef. Travel south along the Captain Cook Highway, which hugs the coast and offers views of the stunning Coral Sea before arriving in Cairns. Arriving in the afternoon, your tour finishes with a drop-off to selected Cairns hotel accommodation.
Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch
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