Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef Region

Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef region is Australia’s premier tropical escape combining some of the world’s most breathtaking scenery with a diverse range of activities. The environment is as unique as it is diverse – the reef, rainforest and outback.

Nowhere else on earth do two World Heritage listed sites sit side by side; the Great Barrier Reef and Australia’s tropical rainforests, two areas renowned for their scientific value and beauty.

In contrast to the aqua and green colours of the reef and rainforest coastline, are the rustic and open spaces of the Tropical Savannah and Cape York Peninsula wilderness areas that are home to mythical geological and cultural wonders.

Other serene settings include the Cairns Highlands – a patchwork of farmlands, rainforest and lakes offering a cool rural retreat from the coast and the beachside hamlets that make up the Great Green Way. From Cairns, stunning beaches stretch along the coast including the popular boutique destinations of Palm Cove, Port Douglas, the Daintree, Cape Tribulation and Mission Beach. Quieter beach havens include Trinity Beach and Yorkey’s Knob. Dotted along the coast line are no less than ten of the Barrier Reef’s premier Tropical Islands.

Fly with Qantas

With 28 services a week from the UK to Australia and over 5000 flights a week within Australia, Qantas have the world covered.

As the national carrier, on board styling and service reflects the very essence of Australia making you feel as though your holiday has begun the moment you step on board. In economy class, the seats are ergonomically designed for your comfort. With your seat reclined, and the added comfort of provided pillows and blankets, you can certainly expect to spend a good portion of your flight asleep. And there’s no chance of going hungry with the Qantas in-flight food and drinks service. The economy class seat also features seatback video with an on demand audio/video and games.

The new Qantas Premium Economy, Qantas Business and First Class cabins, deliver yet another level of award winning Qantas service.

Qantas also offer a wide range of international stopover options. Travelling via Asia, you can break your journey in Hong Kong, Bangkok, Shanghai, Beijing or Singapore. Flying via North America, stopover options include New York San Francisco or Los Angeles. The wide range of Qantas fares can be tailormade to suit your travel plans whether you are looking for a direct flight, a more complex touring itinerary or even round the world fares. Your Austravel designer will be able to advise on the best available fare to suit your travel plans at the time of booking. 

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