10 Tours in Palm Cove That You Shouldn't Miss

Explore the World Heritage–listed Daintree Rainforest on this private 12-hour tour from Cairns. Traveling in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a naturalist guide, you'll visit Daintree National Park and its natural attractions such as Mossman Gorge and Cape Tribulation. Discover the lush landscapes of what is most likely the oldest tropical rainforest on Earth, check out the town of Port Douglas, take a ferry ride across the Daintree River, and more.

Inclusions: National Park fees, Bottled water, Lunch, Coffee and/or Tea, Live commentary on board, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified

Want to see Aberton Tablelands, Cooktown, the Daintree Rainforest and more in a 3-day tour with everything taken care of? This very small-group tour takes you on an exclusive guided 4WD tour to the Daintree National Park, Cooktown, and the Atherton Tablelands. This tour ticks all the boxes in terms of showing people the best of Far North Queensland! Visit Cooktown and its many surrounding attractions as you learn about this truly amazing ancient area of the world from our very experienced local naturalist guide.

Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, 2 nights accommodation, Dinner, National Park fees, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities

Explore the highlights of Cairns by combining an afternoon city tour with an evening dinner cruise on the Spirit of Cairns. Your knowledgeable, local guide will help you discover this tropical city with a visit to the Cairns Museum, St Monica's Cathedral where you will marvel at the world’s largest themed stained-glass windows, guided tour of the Flecker Botanic Gardens (afternoon tea included). Lower Barron Gorge, Surprise Creek Falls and beautiful Palm Cove Beach, Return to Cairns to set sail aboard a newly refurbished, 26-metre catamaran as you cruise the calm waters of Trinity Inlet while enjoying live entertainment and a panoramic sunset. 3 course dinner (set menu included)

Inclusions: Local guide, Hotel pickup, Air-conditioned vehicle, 3 course dinner menu, Complimentary glass of sparkling wine, beer or soft drink on arrival

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Hotel drop-off

Enjoy two fun filled days exploring the Great Barrier Reef, including a free introduction dive, a scenic tour on the glass bottom boat. Breakfast and lunch are included as well as a visit to the 'Oldest Rainforest on Earth' with a day tour to the stunning Daintree National Park, Cape Tribulation, Port Douglas and the magical Mossman Gorge. These tours are two must see attractions while visiting Cairns in the beautiful far Northern Queensland. Both tours are small group in nature and relaxed in true North Queensland style.

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Return hotel transfers from Cairns City, Palm Cove & Trinity beach ONLY, Breakfast bacon and egg rolls, lunch buffet and afternoon cheese, wine and biscuits, tea and coffee, Reef tax and fuel levies, Interactive marine biology presentation, One scuba dive, Morning tea and restaurant style lunch, Small group tour, Accredited or naturalist local tour guides

Exclusions: Gratuities, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks, unless specified, Tours do not operate from Port Douglas, Overnight accommodation, There are 2 Options for this Package. Combo "Cairns City" is for all Cairns City Accommodation. Combo "Northern Beaches" must be selected for Machans Beach, Holloways Beach, Trinity Beach, Kewarra Beach & Palm Cove. If you book a "Northern Beaches" Option, there is a $22 per person charge for return Transfers for the Reef Tour. This amount is payable direct to the driver

Visit the Cairns Aquarium independently and at your leisure to meet 16,000 animals from Tropical North Queensland’s two world heritage listed areas - the Wet Tropics Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef. See live shark and ray feeding, marine and reptile touch n talk show and from river to reef eco-system presentations. Complete your experience with a 2 course lunch at Dundee’s Restaurant with a stunning sea life backdrop. You will be collected from the Cairns Aquarium by Cairns Discovery Tours for your afternoon city sights and surrounds guided tour. Enjoy Devonshire afternoon tea, prior to visiting the Cairns Flecker Botanical Gardens, Lower Barron Gorge National Park, beautiful Palm Cove beach and more

Inclusions: 2 course lunch with glass wine/beer or soft drink at Dundee’s Restaurant with a stunning sea life backdrop., Delicious Devonshire afternoon tea with tea or coffee, Entrance to Cairns Aquarium, Air-conditioned vehicle, Return hotel transfers at the completion of city sights tour, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Transfers to the Cairns Aquarium, make own way

Enjoy some retail therapy with this half day tour to the award winning Port Douglas Markets. Source out a bargain, taste new tropical fruit or chase down that nik nak you need for holiday gifts! Come and join us in the hype of the market ambiance of North Queensland's finest. Begin the day bright and early starting at Rusty’s Market. Established for over 40 years this market is an established Cairns Tourist icon boasting colourful stallholders and abundance of exotic fruits. Journey Northbound along the beautiful ocean culminating at the famous award winning Port Douglas Markets over looking the Coral Sea. Spend the morning going from stall to stall, admire the beautiful hand made local crafts, & taking home many memories. Visit Palm Cove Markets (first Sunday’s of the month), Holloways Beach Markets (second Sunday’s of the month) on your return journey on request. Have the afternoon free to spend in Cairns!

Inclusions: WiFi on board, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes

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Explore the World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest, Mossman Gorge and Cape Tribulation with an expert naturalist guide. Traveling by a specially designed vehicle in small group of no more than 14 participants ensures a personalized experience.

Inclusions: National Park fees, Lunch, Coffee and/or Tea, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned vehicle with WiFi on board, Cruise on Daintree River

Exclusions: Daintree Ice Cream, Food and drinks, unless specified

Learn about the history of Cairns’ visiting the city, port, beaches and famous landmarks on a small-group afternoon tour. Experience sights not seen on other tours with a local guide.

Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Local guide, Afternoon tea, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified

See crocodiles up close at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures. Take a boat cruise on Hartley’s Lagoon and witness crocodiles being fed by experienced Park staff. You can also to see koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, snakes, cassowaries, crocodiles, quolls and other iconic Australian wildlife. Enjoy entertaining and educational wildlife presentations throughout the day.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Enjoy hotel pickup from Port Douglas or Palm Cove (NOT available from Cairns) at either 8.30am or 11am with a maximum of only 13 guests guaranteeing you personal service and great commentary along the way. Head straight to Kuranda Village up the Kuranda Range and travel through some of the oldest rainforest on earth. On arrival in Kuranda you'll be shown around this, 'Village in the rainforest' famous for its colorful arts and crafts markets leaving you to enjoy the village. After approximately 3-hours in Kuranda it's time for a trip back down the scenic Kuranda range stopping at Henry Ross look out for breath taking views over the region. You'll then head up the coast to stunning Palm Cove where you'll be shown the palm fringed Esplanade before enjoying a cold drink, coffee and cake or cocktail (at own expense) overlooking the beautiful beach.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Optional activities