Itinerary
- Day 1
Cairns to Port Douglas
You'll arrive in Cairns and transfer to the Sheraton Grand in Port Douglas. The resort sits surrounded by tropical gardens with ocean views, so you can settle in and get comfortable. Later this evening, head to Harrisons for a multi-course dinner featuring local flavors.
- Meals
- Dinner (Degustation dinner at Harrisons)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort)
Included Activities
- Scenic transfer to Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort
- Degustation dinner at Harrisons
Landmarks Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort 
- Day 2
Mossman Gorge & Daintree Rainforest
Start the day at Mossman Gorge with Indigenous guides leading the Ngadiku Dreamtime Gorge Walk. You'll experience a traditional smoking ceremony, walk through rainforest boardwalks, and learn about Kuku Yalanji culture. The day includes a soap leaf and ochre demonstration, plus you get to taste bush tea and freshly baked damper.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Heritage Lodge)
Included Activities
- Ngadiku Dreamtime Gorge Walk with Indigenous guides
- Traditional smoking ceremony
- Soap leaf and ochre demonstration
- Bush tea and freshly baked damper tasting
- Day Pass Shuttle Bus transfer from Mossman Gorge Centre to Mossman Gorge National Park
Landmarks Mossman Gorge Daintree Rainforest - Day 3
Daintree River & Atherton Tablelands
Take a cruise on the Daintree River looking for saltwater crocodiles, birds, and other wildlife in their natural habitat. From there, head to the Atherton Tablelands to see the Curtain Fig Tree with its unusual cascading aerial roots. Later, visit Malanda Falls where you can swim or have a picnic by the water.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Malanda Lodge)
Included Activities
- Daintree River cruise with wildlife spotting
- Curtain Fig Tree viewing
- Malanda Falls visit
Optional Activities
- Swimming at Malanda Falls
- Picnic at Malanda Falls
Landmarks Daintree River Curtain Fig Tree Malanda Falls - Day 4
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway & Kuranda
Spend the full day in the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area starting with the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway gliding over ancient rainforest. Explore Kuranda Village markets and check out the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary. You'll return to Cairns via the Kuranda Scenic Railway in Gold Class, enjoying local cheese and a tropical welcome drink. Wrap up with dinner at Dundee's on the Waterfront.
- Meals
- Lunch (Local produce cheese platter with tropical welcome drink), Dinner (Dinner at Dundee's on the Waterfront)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Cairns)
Included Activities
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway experience
- Kuranda Village exploration and markets
- Australian Butterfly Sanctuary visit
- Kuranda Scenic Railway Gold Class return journey
- Local produce cheese platter with tropical welcome drink
- Dinner at Dundee's on the Waterfront
Landmarks Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Kuranda Village Australian Butterfly Sanctuary Kuranda Scenic Railway - Day 5
Paronella Park & Cairns
Spend your time at Paronella Park walking through the romantic ruins and gardens at your own pace, discovering the story behind José Paronella's rainforest castle. Have lunch in the park surrounded by nature. By afternoon you'll head back to Cairns for a substantial dinner at your hotel.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch at Paronella Park), Dinner (Sumptuous dinner at hotel)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Cairns)
Included Activities
- Paronella Park self-guided exploration
- Lunch at Paronella Park
- Sumptuous dinner at hotel
Landmarks Paronella Park - Day 6
Cairns to Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Have a relaxed breakfast and free time in Cairns before boarding the Coral Discoverer in the afternoon for a 7-night journey to remote Northern reefs. Get settled on board, explore the ship's facilities, and join the Captain for welcome drinks on the Sun Deck.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Coral Discoverer)
Included Activities
- Relaxed breakfast
- Boarding Coral Discoverer cruise ship
- Ship facilities exploration
- Welcome drinks with Captain on Sun Deck
Optional Activities
- Free time in Cairns before embarkation
Landmarks Double Island - Day 7
Cooktown & Guugu Yimithirr Heritage
Go ashore in historic Cooktown to explore the heritage of the Guugu Yimithirr people. See the site where Lieutenant James Cook grounded the HMB Endeavour in 1770, walk through the Botanic Gardens, and visit the Cooktown Museum to learn about Cook's landing from an Aboriginal perspective. Later relax on board or use the ship's facilities as you cruise toward Lizard Island.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Coral Discoverer)
Included Activities
- Cooktown exploration and Guugu Yimithirr heritage visit
- HMB Endeavour landing site visit
- Botanic Gardens stroll
- Cooktown Museum visit
Optional Activities
- On-board activities and amenities
Landmarks Cooktown HMB Endeavour Landing Site Cooktown Botanic Gardens Cooktown Museum - Day 8
Lizard Island Exploration
Explore Lizard Island with plenty to do throughout the day. You can hike to Cook's Look for panoramic reef views, snorkel through giant clam gardens at Watson's Bay, or simply relax on the white sand beaches and enjoy the island's quiet charm.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Coral Discoverer)
Included Activities
- Lizard Island exploration
Optional Activities
- Hike to Cook's Look summit
- Snorkeling at Watson's Bay giant clam gardens
- Beach relaxation on white sands
Landmarks Lizard Island Cook's Look Watson's Bay - Day 9
Ribbon Reefs Snorkeling & Diving
Get a rare chance to snorkel and dive at the Ribbon Reefs. Join guided snorkel tours with the Expedition Team to explore this chain of narrow reefs that stretches 200 km, filled with vibrant marine life where coral gardens meet the open ocean.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Coral Discoverer)
Included Activities
- Guided snorkel tour at Ribbon Reefs
- Expedition Team guidance
Optional Activities
- Diving at Ribbon Reefs
Landmarks Ribbon Reefs 
- Day 10
Ribbon Reefs In-Depth Exploration
Continue exploring the Ribbon Reefs in more depth. Each dive site has its own character with intricate coral gardens, dramatic drop-offs, schools of fish, and chances to see larger creatures like manta rays and reef sharks.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Coral Discoverer)
Included Activities
- In-depth Ribbon Reefs exploration with diving and snorkeling
Landmarks Ribbon Reefs - Day 11
Escape Reef & Mackay Reef
Snorkel at Escape Reef to see thriving coral and colorful wildlife. Then move on to Mackay Reef where the northern side provides shelter and attracts turtles and giant sea clams, some reaching 1.2 meters with unique colors and patterns.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Coral Discoverer)
Included Activities
- Snorkeling at Escape Reef
- Mackay Reef visit
Landmarks Escape Reef Mackay Reef - Day 12
Fitzroy Island & Sudbury Cay
Spend time on Fitzroy Island by wandering through the Secret Garden rainforest or visiting the old lighthouse for Coral Sea views. Snorkel the fringing reef, relax on the beach, and help volunteers at the Cairns Turtle Rehabilitation Centre. In the afternoon head to secluded Sudbury Cay for sundowner drinks and sunset.
- Meals
- Dinner (Sundowner drinks at Sudbury Cay with sunset)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Coral Discoverer)
Included Activities
- Fitzroy Island exploration
- Secret Garden rainforest walk
- Fringing reef snorkeling
- Cairns Turtle Rehabilitation Centre volunteer assistance
- Sudbury Cay visit
- Sundowner drinks at Sudbury Cay
Optional Activities
- Lighthouse visit at Fitzroy Island
- Beach relaxation at Fitzroy Island
Landmarks Fitzroy Island Secret Garden Cairns Turtle Rehabilitation Centre Sudbury Cay 
- Day 13
Cairns Disembarkation
Your journey finishes with arrival back in Cairns. You'll have a final breakfast on board before leaving the ship and saying goodbye to your fellow travelers.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Final breakfast on board
- Disembarkation in Cairns
