Things to do in Cairns Region, Queensland: The Best Bus Tours

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

This small-group tour includes transfers from your port or hotel to the amazing Skyrail Rainforest Cableway where you will glide over the rainforest canopy as you make your way to Red Peak Station. From there explore the World Heritage listed rainforest before re-boarding to the Barron Falls. View the magnificent Barron Gorge, falls & visit the Rainforest Interpretive Centre before re-boarding the cableway and making your way to Kuranda. You will be met there and transferred to Kuranda, the village in the rainforest (if you prefer, take a five-minute walk). There you will have two hours to eat, shop and explore. Later, make your way to the nearby Kuranda Railway Station to board the Kuranda Scenic Railway for a journey through the rainforest over 37 bridges & through 15 tunnels. From Freshwater Station you will be transferred back to your hotel or port. Alternatively, you may choose to travel onwards to Cairns Station and walk to your city accommodation.

Inclusions: Pick-up from and drop-off to your port by air-conditioned bus., Kuranda map and visitors guide., One way journey on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway to Kuranda., Two hours free time to explore Kuranda village & famous Heritage Markets., One-way journey on the Kuranda Scenic Rail departing Kuranda at 2pm.

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Birdworld (approx. AU$19/adult, AU$9.50/child), Butterfly Sanctuary (approx. AU$20/adult, AU$10/child), Kuranda Koala Gardens (approx. AU$19/adult and AU$9.50/child)

This boutique food and wine experience from Cairns will be tasting some of the best food and wine that the Atherton Tablelands has to offer. First stop is a Private Property for a 3 course breakfast at a Davidson Plum and finger lime farm with stunning views, then to Nerada Tea Plantation for unique tea and local cheeses and Tree Kangaroo spotting. Lunch at the Platypus Park to watch them play and try Kangaroo, Crocodile and other delicacies Visit a working dairy farm and sample their chocolates, stop in for seasonal fruit tasting and Macadamia nuts. Then a tipple or 2 at Mt Uncle distillery, and last stop of the day at either Jaques Coffee or Skybury Coffee Plantations for coffee and tea with some delicious scones jam and cream. You will be taken through a variety of contrasting landscapes, relax as we taste our way around the regions 'Food Bowl.' 8 Unique gourmet Stops!The maximum participants for this tour is 12.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Buffet lunch, Food tasting, Wine tasting, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified

We customise the day based on the weather and how long our guests feel like staying at each location... If we have extra time up our sleeves then we will make addition stops. Adventure lovers can enjoy the natural beauty of the Atherton Tablelands on this active full-day tour from Cairns to visit parts of the Wet Tropics Rainforest. This outdoorsy tour features easy walks to stunning waterfalls including Dinner Falls, Millaa Millaa Falls and Josephine Falls. You can also splash in the clear waters of Lake Eacham, admire the Mount Hypipamee crater and get a look at the Cathedral Fig Tree. Throughout the day, your guide gives you plenty of time to swim, take photos and explore each location at your own pace. Lunch and morning and afternoon tea are included.

Inclusions: FREE Picnic Lunch, Tour guide/bus driver - maximum of 20 people, National Park fees, Fun, Adventures and memories for a lifetime, Use of our umbrellas on a rainy day

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Your contact details are not passed fourth to the operator, you will need to contact them directly

Eat your way through the day starting with This boutique food and wine experience from Port Douglas will be tasting some of the best food and wine that the Atherton Tablelands has to offer. First stop is a Private Property for a 3 course breakfast at a Davidson Plum and finger lime farm with stunning views, then to Nerada Tea Plantaation for unique Tea and local cheeses and Tree Kangaroo spotting. Lunch at the Platypus Park to watch them play and try Kangaroo, Crocodile and other delicacies Visit a working dairy farm and sample their chocolates, stop in for seasonal fruit tasting and Macadamia nuts. Then a tipple or 2 at Mt Uncle distillery, and last stop of the day at either Jaques or Skybury Coffee Plantation for local coffee and tea with some delicious scones jam and cream. You will be taken through a variety of contrasting landscapes, relax as we taste our way around the regions 'Food Bowl.' 8 Unique gourmet Stops!The maximum participants for this tour is 12.

Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Lunch, Food and wine tasting, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Breakfast, Small tastings of wines, liqueurs, beer and spirits

Exclusions: Additional Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

See Australia's unique animals and birds in their natural environment on a rainforest wildlife-spotting tour in the Atherton Tablelands. Led by an expert nature guide, your small-group nocturnal tour visits a number of locations including lush tropical rainforest and a volcanic crater lake. See tree kangaroos, lizards and musky rat kangaroo by day, and search for platypus at dusk. Enjoy afternoon tea at Lake Barrine and dinner at a country restaurant, then go spotlighting for possum, bandicoots, owls, bats and tree kangaroos by starlight on this fascinating nocturnal wildlife tour.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Local guide, Afternoon tea, Dinner, National Park fee, All equipment (binoculars, spotlighting gear, rain ponchos, reference materials), Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Drinks, unless specified

Take a full, 11-hour day tour, and explore the very best of North Queensland. From lush tropical rain-forests and cascading waterfalls, to natural rock-slides and hidden waterfall caves. Filled with fun, full of laughter and music with just the right amount of interesting local commentary. Your guide is the most knowledgeable and passionate in the region. We'll provide you with tea & coffee in the morning and afternoon, and lunch is included along with loads of games and puzzles to keep you entertained on the bus. This is a group tour with a maximum of 27 people per bus.

Inclusions: Lunch, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, All Fees and Taxes, Tea and coffee

Exclusions: Drinks

This is the Original Daintree Rainforest Tour, locally owned and operated for over 36 years! Embark on a packed full-day adventure to Cape Tribulation, where the rainforest meets the reef. Spot crocodiles on a Daintree River cruise, learn about flora, fauna and the history of the Daintree on a guided boardwalk tour, take a 4WD ride through a World Heritage-listed rainforest on the rugged Bloomfield Track. One of the only tour operators who can travel on the Bloomfield Track due to the custom-made 4WD vehicles! You'll have free time at famous Cape Tribulation to take a guided walk and enjoy lunch. Group size is limited for a more personalized experience, and the tour includes round-trip transport from Cairns or Port Douglas hotels.

Inclusions: Professional driver guide with live commentary, 1 Hour Daintree River Cruise with morning tea, Lunch, Hotel pickup and drop-off, National Park fees, Guided walk through the Daintree Rainforest and learn about Indigenous culture, flora & fauna, Swim in the rainforest at pristine Emmagen Creek, Spend time at the famous Cape Tribulation Beach - where the rainforest meets the reef, Cable Ferry crossing across the mighty Daintree River, Stop for an ice-cream on the way home (own expense)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Ice-cream on the way home

Our tour was established in 1997 and is the Original Tablelands-Paronella Park tour. Travel in a comfortable air-conditioned mini coach with local naturalist guides and experience the uniqueness of the tropics and the diversity of our beautiful tropical rainforests. Tour south of Cairns for a full day out traveling through the magnificent World Heritage Wet Tropics Rainforests of Wooroonooran National Park, swimming in waterfalls, traveling through the Atherton Tablelands, viewing Volcano’s and visiting local must see attractions such as Millaa Millaa Falls, Lake Barrine, Curtain Fig Tree, extended touring time at Paronella Park and much more.

Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, Lunch, Entry & Guided Walk & Commentary at Paronella Park

Exclusions: Pick Up from Cairns Northern Beaches Hotels - Additional $22 per person (return)

Glide over the world oldest rainforest and enjoy a fabulous rainforest boardwalk and the spectacular Barron Gorge and Falls as you make your way to the rainforest village of Kuranda. Once there choose from a vast array of activities including local markets, arts and crafts, enjoy an encounter with animals or butterflies (fees apply) and enjoy a relaxing lunch before joining the Kuranda Scenic Railway on a spectacular journey through 15 tunnels and over 37 bridges enjoying magnificent views as you make your way to Freshwater Station to be met and transferred to your hotel.

Inclusions: Pick-up from and drop-off to your hotel or port by air-conditioned bus., Kuranda map and visitors guide., One way journey on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway to Kuranda., Two hours free time to explore Kuranda village & famous Heritage Markets., One-way journey on the Kuranda Scenic Rail departing Kuranda at 2pm.

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Birdworld (approx. AU$19/adult, AU$9.50/child), Butterfly Sanctuary (approx. AU$20/adult, AU$10/child), Kuranda Koala Gardens (approx. AU$19/adult and AU$9.50/child)