{"id":9320,"date":"2026-11-01T12:57:14","date_gmt":"2026-11-01T01:57:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/home\/?post_type=trip&#038;p=9320"},"modified":"2026-11-01T12:57:17","modified_gmt":"2026-11-01T01:57:17","slug":"cairns-to-brisbane-tour","status":"publish","type":"trip","link":"https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/home\/trip\/cairns-to-brisbane-tour\/","title":{"rendered":"Cairns to Brisbane \u2013 13-Day Premium Queensland Coastal Adventure"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c5578ea913112980938b16b8401c8f0a\" style=\"color:#c2452d\">Discover Queensland \u2013 From Cairns to Brisbane<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>13 Days | 12 Nights | 19\u201331 March 2027 | Maximum 10 Guests<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Discover Queensland on our unforgettable 13-day Cairns to Brisbane tour with Leylands Travel Australia. Travelling with Carmen Leyland she will personally excort you on a journey from the tropical Great Barrier Reef and ancient Daintree Rainforest to the spectacular Whitsundays, K&#8217;gari (Fraser Island) and Sunshine Coast Hinterland. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>With a maximum of just 10 guests, enjoy a premium small-group adventure filled with extraordinary destinations, fascinating local stories and authentic Australian experiences.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"866\" data-id=\"9340\" src=\"https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Pristine-Cliffs-and-Turquoise-Surf_edited-1024x866.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Pristine-Cliffs-and-Turquoise-Surf_edited-1024x866.png 1024w, https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Pristine-Cliffs-and-Turquoise-Surf_edited-300x254.png 300w, https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Pristine-Cliffs-and-Turquoise-Surf_edited-768x649.png 768w, https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Pristine-Cliffs-and-Turquoise-Surf_edited-600x507.png 600w, https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Pristine-Cliffs-and-Turquoise-Surf_edited.png 1364w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"614\" data-id=\"9341\" src=\"https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Turquoise-Reef-and-Deep-Blue-Channel_edited-1024x614.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9341\" srcset=\"https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Turquoise-Reef-and-Deep-Blue-Channel_edited-1024x614.png 1024w, https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Turquoise-Reef-and-Deep-Blue-Channel_edited-300x180.png 300w, https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Turquoise-Reef-and-Deep-Blue-Channel_edited-768x461.png 768w, https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Turquoise-Reef-and-Deep-Blue-Channel_edited-1536x921.png 1536w, https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Turquoise-Reef-and-Deep-Blue-Channel_edited-600x360.png 600w, https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Turquoise-Reef-and-Deep-Blue-Channel_edited.png 1619w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Imagine snorkelling amongst colourful coral on the Great Barrier Reef, wandering through ancient tropical rainforest, looking for wild cassowaries at Etty Bay and standing in awe of spectacular Wallaman Falls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Cruise the turquoise waters of the Whitsundays, discover the brilliant white sands of Whitehaven Beach, explore the remarkable Capricorn Caves and experience the famous pink amphibious LARC at the historic Town of 1770.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"9342\" src=\"https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Hikers-Climbing-Through-a-Sunlit-Cave_edited-1024x683.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9342\" srcset=\"https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Hikers-Climbing-Through-a-Sunlit-Cave_edited-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Hikers-Climbing-Through-a-Sunlit-Cave_edited-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Hikers-Climbing-Through-a-Sunlit-Cave_edited-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Hikers-Climbing-Through-a-Sunlit-Cave_edited-370x247.png 370w, https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Hikers-Climbing-Through-a-Sunlit-Cave_edited-270x180.png 270w, https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Hikers-Climbing-Through-a-Sunlit-Cave_edited-600x400.png 600w, https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Hikers-Climbing-Through-a-Sunlit-Cave_edited.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"9343\" src=\"https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Pink-Duck-Amphibian-Adventure_edited-1024x768.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9343\" srcset=\"https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Pink-Duck-Amphibian-Adventure_edited-1024x768.png 1024w, https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Pink-Duck-Amphibian-Adventure_edited-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Pink-Duck-Amphibian-Adventure_edited-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Pink-Duck-Amphibian-Adventure_edited-400x300.png 400w, https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Pink-Duck-Amphibian-Adventure_edited-600x450.png 600w, https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Pink-Duck-Amphibian-Adventure_edited.png 1448w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Our 13-day Cairns to Brisbane touring adventure continues with a full-day 4WD experience on World Heritage-listed K&#8217;gari, a visit to meet beautiful Highland cattle and a nostalgic journey aboard the historic Mary Valley Rattler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Along the way, we&#8217;ll explore Queensland&#8217;s sugar-growing heritage, visit fascinating local attractions and discover the stories behind the places we visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-38dabb5ddfcb141dd8a024f890adba52\" style=\"color:#c2452d\">Why Choose Our 13-Day Cairns to Brisbane Tour?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Experience the best of Queensland on an intimate small-group adventure with Leylands Travel Australia. From the <a href=\"https:\/\/www2.gbrmpa.gov.au\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www2.gbrmpa.gov.au\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Great Barrier Reef<\/a> and Daintree Rainforest to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tourismwhitsundays.com.au\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.tourismwhitsundays.com.au\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Whitehaven Beach<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/parks.desi.qld.gov.au\/parks\/fraser?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/parks.desi.qld.gov.au\/parks\/fraser?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">K&#8217;gari<\/a> and the historic Mary Valley Rattler, our carefully planned journey combines spectacular scenery, unique experiences and the spirit of Australian exploration. With only 10 guests, you&#8217;ll enjoy a more personal way to discover Queensland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"685\" data-id=\"9344\" src=\"https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Tropical-Rainforest-Canyon-Waterfall-Panorama_edited-1024x685.png\" alt=\"Spectacular Wallaman Falls plunging 268 metres into a lush tropical rainforest gorge in Girringun National Park, Queensland, featured on Leylands Travel Australia's 13-day Cairns to Brisbane tour.\" class=\"wp-image-9344\" srcset=\"https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Tropical-Rainforest-Canyon-Waterfall-Panorama_edited-1024x685.png 1024w, https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Tropical-Rainforest-Canyon-Waterfall-Panorama_edited-300x201.png 300w, https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Tropical-Rainforest-Canyon-Waterfall-Panorama_edited-768x514.png 768w, https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Tropical-Rainforest-Canyon-Waterfall-Panorama_edited-370x247.png 370w, https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Tropical-Rainforest-Canyon-Waterfall-Panorama_edited-270x180.png 270w, https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Tropical-Rainforest-Canyon-Waterfall-Panorama_edited-600x402.png 600w, https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/Tropical-Rainforest-Canyon-Waterfall-Panorama_edited.png 1533w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e36a81bad47d82303270731a9eb5e558\" style=\"color:#c2452d\">Tour Highlights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Our Cairns to Brisbane tour showcases Queensland&#8217;s most spectacular destinations, from the ancient Daintree Rainforest and Great Barrier Reef to the breathtaking Whitsunday Islands and K&#8217;gari (Fraser Island).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>12 nights of carefully selected accommodation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Premium Great Barrier Reef experience<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Guided Daintree rainforest and Wet Tropics experience<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Whitsundays and Whitehaven Beach cruise<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Full-day K&#8217;gari 4WD adventure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Capricorn Caves guided experience<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1770 LARC amphibious adventure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mary Valley Rattler heritage train journey<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Highland cattle farm experience<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Selected meals, including a welcome dinner<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Small-group vehicle touring from Cairns to Brisbane<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Personal hosted touring throughout the journey<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Discover more unforgettable Australian adventures and explore our range of guided tours with <a href=\"https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/home\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/leylandstravelaustralia.au\/home\/\">Leylands Travel Australia.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7c31bfcf169dc940ab9fc1290fda4622\" style=\"color:#c2452d\">Tour Details<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">With a maximum of just 10 guests, our Cairns to Brisbane tour offers a more personal travel experience, allowing time to explore, discover hidden gems and enjoy Queensland&#8217;s remarkable coastal landscapes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Departure:<\/strong> Friday 19 March 2027<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Finishes:<\/strong> Wednesday 31 March 2027, Brisbane<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duration:<\/strong> 13 days \/ 12 nights<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Group Size:<\/strong> Maximum 10 guests<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Twin Share:<\/strong> $7,995 per person<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Single Room:<\/strong> $10,490 per person<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Places on our 13-day Cairns to Brisbane tour are limited to just 10 travellers. 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Spend the day snorkelling, viewing the coral and marine life or simply enjoying this extraordinary environment.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Lunch is included as part of today's experience before we return to Cairns for our second night.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Overnight: Cairns<br>Included meals: Breakfast and lunch<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->"},{"title":"Day 3 \u2013 Daintree Rainforest, Mossman Gorge & Port Douglas","content":"<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>From the reef to the rainforest.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Today a specialist local operator takes us north to discover the Wet Tropics and Daintree region, one of the world's oldest surviving tropical rainforest environments.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Our day will incorporate highlights such as Port Douglas, Mossman Gorge and the Daintree\/Cape Tribulation region, with the final itinerary determined by our selected premium local operator.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>With someone else doing the driving, everyone can sit back and enjoy the scenery.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Overnight: Cairns<br>Included meals: Breakfast<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->"},{"title":"Day 4 \u2013 Cairns to the Cassowary Coast","content":"<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Today our small-group road journey begins as we leave Cairns and travel south through the lush tropical landscapes of Far North Queensland.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Our first major experience is Charley's Chocolate, where we'll discover how Australian-grown cocoa is transformed from tree to finished chocolate, with an opportunity to taste the finished product.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>We then continue to beautiful Etty Bay, where southern cassowaries are regularly seen in the wild. We'll spend time enjoying the beach and keeping our eyes open for these extraordinary birds. As they are wild animals, sightings cannot be guaranteed.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>We continue through the Cassowary Coast to our accommodation.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Overnight: Mission Beach\/Ingham region<br>Included meals: Breakfast<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->"},{"title":"Day 5 \u2013 Wallaman Falls & Townsville","content":"<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Today's highlight is magnificent Wallaman Falls, located within Girringun National Park.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>At 268 metres, Wallaman Falls is Australia's highest permanent single-drop waterfall. We'll take our time at the lookout to appreciate the scale of the falls and the surrounding Wet Tropics landscape before continuing towards Townsville.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>After checking into our accommodation, there will be time to enjoy some of Townsville's waterfront and local sights.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Overnight: Townsville<br>Included meals: Breakfast<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->"},{"title":"Day 6 \u2013 Townsville to Airlie Beach","content":"<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>We continue south through North Queensland today, travelling towards the Whitsundays.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Along the way we'll stop around Bowen, famous for its beaches, tropical produce and North Queensland character.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>By afternoon we'll arrive in Airlie Beach, gateway to the Whitsunday Islands. 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