Tropical Lux and Urban Delights - Port Douglas, Gold Coast & Brisbane

Price

Inclusions

• Round-trip airfare on United Airlines from San Francisco to Brisbane, returning from Sydney
• One-way airfare on Virgin Australia from Brisbane to Cairns and Sydney
• Round-trip private transfers Cairns Airport to Mossman
• 4-nights Mossman, Silky Oaks Lodge, Rainforest Retreat including tropical breakfast and dinner in the Treehouse Restaurant matched with wines daily, signature sunset drinks hour and snacks daily, in-suite bar with a selection of local treats and beverages, daily morning open air yoga, exclusive access to Fig Tree Rapids walking trails and one-return scheduled shuttle to Port Douglas per day.
  • The First Nations Ngadiku Dreamtime walk at Mossman Gorge: a 90-minute Indigenous guided walking discovery of the Daintree Rainforest with return transfers
  • Full day Great Barrier Reef cruise with Sailaway, including lunch, snorkeling and return transfers
• One-way private transfer from Brisbane Airport/Gold Coast Hotel
• 3-nights Gold Coast, QT Gold Coast, QT King Room including breakfast
  • Private Gold Coast in a Day Experience including lunch
• One-way private transfer from Gold Coast Hotel to Brisbane Hotel
• 3-nights Brisbane, Emporium Hotel South Bank, River King Suite including breakfast
  • Private half-day Brisbane City Sights and Lone Pine Sanctuary
  • Private half-day Brisbane Sights and Bites
• One-way private transfer from Brisbane Hotel/Airport
• US/foreign taxes and fees including September 11 Security Fee

Map

Itinerary

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  Day 1 - Depart USA

  This evening make your way to San Francisco Airport for your overnight flight to Brisbane & connecting flight to Cairns. Other gateway cities are available, please call for details and pricing.

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  Day 2 - International Date Line

  During your flight, you will cross the International Date Line.

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  Day 3 - Port Douglas (D)

  On arrival in Brisbane, clear Customs & Immigration before transferring to the Domestic Terminal for your flight to Cairns. On arrival in Cairns, you will be met and transferred by private vehicle to Mossman and the stunning Silky Oaks Lodge for a four-night stay. The remainder of your day is at leisure.

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    Silky Oaks Lodge (Luxury)

    Located in a stunning riverside location adjoining one of the oldest living rainforests, the World Heritage-listed Daintree National Park, Silky Oaks Lodge is ideally located for access to the region’s natural attractions.

    Forty luxury treehouses styled with contemporary furnishings and featuring local timbers offer peaceful retreat and views of the Mossman River or the rainforest, inviting guests to immerse themselves in the natural theatre of the surrounds. All accommodation retreats have wall to ceiling windows leading to spacious balconies with lush gardens, rainforest. or river panoramas.

    Experience unparalleled luxury at the Daintree Pavilion, nestled amidst the lush rainforest. Featuring expansive floor-to-ceiling glass, this retreat offers two-bedroom wings and an open-air lounging atrium with an infinity pool, seamlessly blending with the forest's tranquility. Choose from Rainforest Retreats overlooking the tropical canopy, with options for king or twin bedding. The spacious Treehouse Retreat boasts an open-plan king bedroom and lounge area with a king single daybed. For an elevated experience, opt for the Treehouse Premium nestled among the forest canopy, or indulge in the breathtaking views of the Mossman River from the Riverhouse. Various room categories are also available to suit your preferences.

    Dining at Silky Oaks Lodge combines local ingredients with the nation’s finest premium produce in a refreshing and contemporary Australian menu at the Treehouse Restaurant. Enjoy an evening meal in the candlelit open-sided Treehouse restaurant listening to the soothing sounds of the river is a highlight of a stay at Silky Oaks Lodge.  For more intimate dining the Jungle Perch can be reserved, or a location on the Riverbank by prior arrangement.

    All guests have access to the lagoon pool, gymnasium, use of electronic bikes and snorkeling equipment.

    Included in every stay is a tropical breakfast, signature sunset drinks hour and snacks daily, in-suite bar with a selection of local treats and beverages, daily morning open air yoga, access to Fig Tree Rapids walking trails and one return scheduled shuttle to Port Douglas per day.

     

    Silky Oaks Lodge  (Luxury)
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  Day 4 - Port Douglas (B,D)

  Awaken to the heady chorus of the rainforest. Enjoy breakfast in the open-air restaurant overlooking the Mossman River and plan the day’s pursuits, fresh juice, or coffee in-hand. Explore Far North Queensland like a local on a full-day guided tour. Visit Mossman Gorge and Cape Tribulation before a cruise on the Daintree River. Not to worry, morning tea and lunch is served along the way (additional charges apply) Unwind to the restorative rhythm of the tropics with evening drinks and snacks served in the bar. Dine at leisure in the Treehouse Restaurant and enjoy a daily changing four-course menu celebrating the bounty of local, seasonal produce.

  • 

    Silky Oaks Lodge (Luxury)

    Located in a stunning riverside location adjoining one of the oldest living rainforests, the World Heritage-listed Daintree National Park, Silky Oaks Lodge is ideally located for access to the region’s natural attractions.

    Forty luxury treehouses styled with contemporary furnishings and featuring local timbers offer peaceful retreat and views of the Mossman River or the rainforest, inviting guests to immerse themselves in the natural theatre of the surrounds. All accommodation retreats have wall to ceiling windows leading to spacious balconies with lush gardens, rainforest. or river panoramas.

    Experience unparalleled luxury at the Daintree Pavilion, nestled amidst the lush rainforest. Featuring expansive floor-to-ceiling glass, this retreat offers two-bedroom wings and an open-air lounging atrium with an infinity pool, seamlessly blending with the forest's tranquility. Choose from Rainforest Retreats overlooking the tropical canopy, with options for king or twin bedding. The spacious Treehouse Retreat boasts an open-plan king bedroom and lounge area with a king single daybed. For an elevated experience, opt for the Treehouse Premium nestled among the forest canopy, or indulge in the breathtaking views of the Mossman River from the Riverhouse. Various room categories are also available to suit your preferences.

    Dining at Silky Oaks Lodge combines local ingredients with the nation’s finest premium produce in a refreshing and contemporary Australian menu at the Treehouse Restaurant. Enjoy an evening meal in the candlelit open-sided Treehouse restaurant listening to the soothing sounds of the river is a highlight of a stay at Silky Oaks Lodge.  For more intimate dining the Jungle Perch can be reserved, or a location on the Riverbank by prior arrangement.

    All guests have access to the lagoon pool, gymnasium, use of electronic bikes and snorkeling equipment.

    Included in every stay is a tropical breakfast, signature sunset drinks hour and snacks daily, in-suite bar with a selection of local treats and beverages, daily morning open air yoga, access to Fig Tree Rapids walking trails and one return scheduled shuttle to Port Douglas per day.

     

    Silky Oaks Lodge  (Luxury)
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  Day 5 - Port Douglas (B,D)

  Join a Great Barrier Reef cruise and visit the outer reef in style onboard a high-speed catamaran (additional charges apply). Refuel with lunch on the open water before slipping on a snorkel and fins for a guided snorkeling adventure. As the sun slips down, enjoy evening drinks and snacks on the Jungle Perch before dining in the relaxed ambience of the Treehouse Restaurant and savor a four-course table d’hôte menu matched with premium wines.

  • 

    Silky Oaks Lodge (Luxury)

    Located in a stunning riverside location adjoining one of the oldest living rainforests, the World Heritage-listed Daintree National Park, Silky Oaks Lodge is ideally located for access to the region’s natural attractions.

    Forty luxury treehouses styled with contemporary furnishings and featuring local timbers offer peaceful retreat and views of the Mossman River or the rainforest, inviting guests to immerse themselves in the natural theatre of the surrounds. All accommodation retreats have wall to ceiling windows leading to spacious balconies with lush gardens, rainforest. or river panoramas.

    Experience unparalleled luxury at the Daintree Pavilion, nestled amidst the lush rainforest. Featuring expansive floor-to-ceiling glass, this retreat offers two-bedroom wings and an open-air lounging atrium with an infinity pool, seamlessly blending with the forest's tranquility. Choose from Rainforest Retreats overlooking the tropical canopy, with options for king or twin bedding. The spacious Treehouse Retreat boasts an open-plan king bedroom and lounge area with a king single daybed. For an elevated experience, opt for the Treehouse Premium nestled among the forest canopy, or indulge in the breathtaking views of the Mossman River from the Riverhouse. Various room categories are also available to suit your preferences.

    Dining at Silky Oaks Lodge combines local ingredients with the nation’s finest premium produce in a refreshing and contemporary Australian menu at the Treehouse Restaurant. Enjoy an evening meal in the candlelit open-sided Treehouse restaurant listening to the soothing sounds of the river is a highlight of a stay at Silky Oaks Lodge.  For more intimate dining the Jungle Perch can be reserved, or a location on the Riverbank by prior arrangement.

    All guests have access to the lagoon pool, gymnasium, use of electronic bikes and snorkeling equipment.

    Included in every stay is a tropical breakfast, signature sunset drinks hour and snacks daily, in-suite bar with a selection of local treats and beverages, daily morning open air yoga, access to Fig Tree Rapids walking trails and one return scheduled shuttle to Port Douglas per day.

     

    Silky Oaks Lodge  (Luxury)
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  Day 6 - Port Douglas (B,D)

  Immerse in the sights and sounds of the rainforest with a hike along the Fig Tree Rapids trail. Plunge into the freshwater billabong for a feeling of refreshment only Mother Nature can offer. Transfer mid-morning to the coastal resort town of Port Douglas. Wander along Four Mile Beach, visit the old Sugar Wharf and explore the boutique and restaurant lined main street. The Healing Waters Spa offers a menu inspired by ancient Indigenous beliefs that the water in the Mossman River is a renewing and life-giving force. Treatments feature the Australian-made Sodashi skin care range (additional charges apply). Enjoy cocktails on the Jungle Perch before settling in for a final dining experience in the Treehouse Restaurant.

  • 

    Silky Oaks Lodge (Luxury)

    Located in a stunning riverside location adjoining one of the oldest living rainforests, the World Heritage-listed Daintree National Park, Silky Oaks Lodge is ideally located for access to the region’s natural attractions.

    Forty luxury treehouses styled with contemporary furnishings and featuring local timbers offer peaceful retreat and views of the Mossman River or the rainforest, inviting guests to immerse themselves in the natural theatre of the surrounds. All accommodation retreats have wall to ceiling windows leading to spacious balconies with lush gardens, rainforest. or river panoramas.

    Experience unparalleled luxury at the Daintree Pavilion, nestled amidst the lush rainforest. Featuring expansive floor-to-ceiling glass, this retreat offers two-bedroom wings and an open-air lounging atrium with an infinity pool, seamlessly blending with the forest's tranquility. Choose from Rainforest Retreats overlooking the tropical canopy, with options for king or twin bedding. The spacious Treehouse Retreat boasts an open-plan king bedroom and lounge area with a king single daybed. For an elevated experience, opt for the Treehouse Premium nestled among the forest canopy, or indulge in the breathtaking views of the Mossman River from the Riverhouse. Various room categories are also available to suit your preferences.

    Dining at Silky Oaks Lodge combines local ingredients with the nation’s finest premium produce in a refreshing and contemporary Australian menu at the Treehouse Restaurant. Enjoy an evening meal in the candlelit open-sided Treehouse restaurant listening to the soothing sounds of the river is a highlight of a stay at Silky Oaks Lodge.  For more intimate dining the Jungle Perch can be reserved, or a location on the Riverbank by prior arrangement.

    All guests have access to the lagoon pool, gymnasium, use of electronic bikes and snorkeling equipment.

    Included in every stay is a tropical breakfast, signature sunset drinks hour and snacks daily, in-suite bar with a selection of local treats and beverages, daily morning open air yoga, access to Fig Tree Rapids walking trails and one return scheduled shuttle to Port Douglas per day.

     

    Silky Oaks Lodge  (Luxury)
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  Day 7 - Gold Coast (B)

  Join an early morning yoga class, take a rainforest walk, or plunge into the invigorating Mossman River. Breathe deep the clean, green oxygen and marvel at the oldest living rainforest on the planet. Time for a final breakfast and to take the last pictures before returning along the coastal bends to Cairns Airport. Fly to Brisbane, where on arrival, you will be transferred by private vehicle to the Gold Coast for a three-night stay.

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    QT Gold Coast (Deluxe)

    Immerse yourself in beach culture with a stay at the retro-glam QT Gold Coast. Dive, recline, spa, drink, dine, dance, and never stop, this is your designer playground to explore. Follow the neon lights to Yamagen Japanese, wander the Bazaar Marketplace, and kick back in rooms where golden hues meet sun-kissed serenity.

    Situated 50-meters from the beach and within easy walking distance of shopping restaurants and nightlife, QT Gold Coast offers 297 spacious rooms. Each room is furnished with the luxurious QT Dream beds, sleek designer bathrooms, premium amenities and custom finishes. Guests can decide between Ocean View or City View Rooms, 2-bedroom apartments of the sexy qtQT cabins.

    Facilities include an outdoor pool and spa, undercover and valet parking, 24-hour reception, wireless internet access, full concierge facilities and a luxury day spa, spaQ.

    When it is time to eat, QT Gold Coast offers an array of dining options. Bazaar is your marketplace of global flavors, while Yamagen offers traditional Japanese cuisine. Stingray is the perfect setting for a casual drink and a snack menu, whilst The Spring offers poolside dining from mid-morning to 6PM.

     

    QT Gold Coast  (Deluxe)
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  Day 8 - Gold Coast (B,L)

  Join a guided tour, beginning the adventure by exploring the enchanting landscape of the Gold Coast and stunning backdrop of the hinterlands, uncovering the region’s rich history and natural beauty. Then, step into the world of Australian wildlife with an exclusive, behind-the-scenes encounter at a renowned wildlife sanctuary. Here, you’ll have the chance to hold a cuddly koala, marvel at the peculiar echidna, hand-feed kangaroos, and observe the mighty crocodile. Savor a sumptuous lunch at a charming beachfront restaurant in Burleigh, where the tantalizing flavors of fresh, local cuisine await while the waves gently lap up to your table. As the day unfolds, prepare to be enlightened by the wisdom and stories of the indigenous Jellurgral guides as you walk the captivating coastal trails of Burleigh headland. Discover the significance of this sacred land, as you delve into the vibrant history, traditional customs, and enduring connection between the indigenous people and their environment.

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    QT Gold Coast (Deluxe)

    Immerse yourself in beach culture with a stay at the retro-glam QT Gold Coast. Dive, recline, spa, drink, dine, dance, and never stop, this is your designer playground to explore. Follow the neon lights to Yamagen Japanese, wander the Bazaar Marketplace, and kick back in rooms where golden hues meet sun-kissed serenity.

    Situated 50-meters from the beach and within easy walking distance of shopping restaurants and nightlife, QT Gold Coast offers 297 spacious rooms. Each room is furnished with the luxurious QT Dream beds, sleek designer bathrooms, premium amenities and custom finishes. Guests can decide between Ocean View or City View Rooms, 2-bedroom apartments of the sexy qtQT cabins.

    Facilities include an outdoor pool and spa, undercover and valet parking, 24-hour reception, wireless internet access, full concierge facilities and a luxury day spa, spaQ.

    When it is time to eat, QT Gold Coast offers an array of dining options. Bazaar is your marketplace of global flavors, while Yamagen offers traditional Japanese cuisine. Stingray is the perfect setting for a casual drink and a snack menu, whilst The Spring offers poolside dining from mid-morning to 6PM.

     

    QT Gold Coast  (Deluxe)
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  Day 9 - Gold Coast

  Today is free to explore the Gold Coast at your leisure.

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    QT Gold Coast (Deluxe)

    Immerse yourself in beach culture with a stay at the retro-glam QT Gold Coast. Dive, recline, spa, drink, dine, dance, and never stop, this is your designer playground to explore. Follow the neon lights to Yamagen Japanese, wander the Bazaar Marketplace, and kick back in rooms where golden hues meet sun-kissed serenity.

    Situated 50-meters from the beach and within easy walking distance of shopping restaurants and nightlife, QT Gold Coast offers 297 spacious rooms. Each room is furnished with the luxurious QT Dream beds, sleek designer bathrooms, premium amenities and custom finishes. Guests can decide between Ocean View or City View Rooms, 2-bedroom apartments of the sexy qtQT cabins.

    Facilities include an outdoor pool and spa, undercover and valet parking, 24-hour reception, wireless internet access, full concierge facilities and a luxury day spa, spaQ.

    When it is time to eat, QT Gold Coast offers an array of dining options. Bazaar is your marketplace of global flavors, while Yamagen offers traditional Japanese cuisine. Stingray is the perfect setting for a casual drink and a snack menu, whilst The Spring offers poolside dining from mid-morning to 6PM.

     

    QT Gold Coast  (Deluxe)
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  Day 10 - Brisbane (B)

  After breakfast, transfer by private vehicle to Brisbane for a three-night stay.

  • Emporium Hotel South Bank

    

    Emporium Hotel South Bank (Deluxe)

    Renowned as one of Brisbane’s best boutique, luxury hotels, the Emporium South Bank boasts a prime position on the river and a short 6-minute walk from Streets Beach.

    The 143 rooms exquisite rooms offer handcrafted touches, boasting the latest in-room automation and entertainment technology, inclusive of Bose audio systems and a high definition 55-inch mirror-finish television. There is a myriad of rooms and suites to choose from including Vista, Urban, River, Poolside Cabana, Emporium and Frangipani Suites.

    You will never run out of dining options at The Emporium South Bank. The Signature Restaurant champions quality local produce, an amazing wine selection. The Terrace offers an all-day dining experience located at the open-air rooftop bar. Belle Epoque pays homage to French traditions serving up fresh pastries and offers high tea from 10.30am.

    Take a dip in the rooftop bar, workout at the hotel gym on Level 21 with breathtaking views over Mount Coot-Tha or unwind in the sauna and steam rooms.

    Emporium Hotel South Bank  (Deluxe)
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  Day 11 - Brisbane (B)

  This morning join a private tour of Brisbane and Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. Hand-feed kangaroos and see over 100 koalas and hundreds of other unique Aussie wildlife in the world’s oldest and largest koala sanctuary. Then see why Brisbane is named in TIME Magazine’s World’s Greatest Places of 2023! ‘Brissy’ is the best city in the world to live with an energetic outdoor culture based around some of the world’s best riverside parklands, winding river, stunning lookouts, unique ‘Queenslander’ architecture and ‘city beach’. See and learn how Brisbane evolved from convict goal to the lifestyle capital of the world approaching 2.5 million and host of the 2032 Olympics. The remainder of your day is at leisure.

  • Emporium Hotel South Bank

    

    Emporium Hotel South Bank (Deluxe)

    Renowned as one of Brisbane’s best boutique, luxury hotels, the Emporium South Bank boasts a prime position on the river and a short 6-minute walk from Streets Beach.

    The 143 rooms exquisite rooms offer handcrafted touches, boasting the latest in-room automation and entertainment technology, inclusive of Bose audio systems and a high definition 55-inch mirror-finish television. There is a myriad of rooms and suites to choose from including Vista, Urban, River, Poolside Cabana, Emporium and Frangipani Suites.

    You will never run out of dining options at The Emporium South Bank. The Signature Restaurant champions quality local produce, an amazing wine selection. The Terrace offers an all-day dining experience located at the open-air rooftop bar. Belle Epoque pays homage to French traditions serving up fresh pastries and offers high tea from 10.30am.

    Take a dip in the rooftop bar, workout at the hotel gym on Level 21 with breathtaking views over Mount Coot-Tha or unwind in the sauna and steam rooms.

    Emporium Hotel South Bank  (Deluxe)
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  Day 12 - Brisbane (B,L)

  Your culinary adventure begins in the heart of Brisbane’s trendy James Street precinct, a hub for gourmet food and wine. Here, you’ll sample some of the city’s finest offerings, starting with a visit to the renowned Agnes bakery, where you can delight your senses with their scrumptious pastries and artisanal bread. Next, indulge in a wine tasting at one of Australia’s few urban micro-wineries, where you’ll savor exquisite wines crafted from handpicked grapes sourced from top vineyards across the country. From there, proceed to the luxurious Calile hotel, an oasis of style and sophistication. Indulge in a gourmet dining experience at their on-site restaurant, where talented chefs create tantalizing dishes.

  • Emporium Hotel South Bank

    

    Emporium Hotel South Bank (Deluxe)

    Renowned as one of Brisbane’s best boutique, luxury hotels, the Emporium South Bank boasts a prime position on the river and a short 6-minute walk from Streets Beach.

    The 143 rooms exquisite rooms offer handcrafted touches, boasting the latest in-room automation and entertainment technology, inclusive of Bose audio systems and a high definition 55-inch mirror-finish television. There is a myriad of rooms and suites to choose from including Vista, Urban, River, Poolside Cabana, Emporium and Frangipani Suites.

    You will never run out of dining options at The Emporium South Bank. The Signature Restaurant champions quality local produce, an amazing wine selection. The Terrace offers an all-day dining experience located at the open-air rooftop bar. Belle Epoque pays homage to French traditions serving up fresh pastries and offers high tea from 10.30am.

    Take a dip in the rooftop bar, workout at the hotel gym on Level 21 with breathtaking views over Mount Coot-Tha or unwind in the sauna and steam rooms.

    Emporium Hotel South Bank  (Deluxe)
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  Day 13 - Depart Brisbane (L)

  After breakfast, transfer to Brisbane Airport for your return flight to the US.