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Cairns City Sights and Surrounds Tour

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6 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

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.

What's Included

  • Afternoon tea
  • Cairns CBD Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
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• Cairns Pickup only. • The 'starting time' is NOT the same as the pickup. Please refer to the message you will receive after booking from the local tour supplier for your correct pickup details. • Please reconfirm your booking and correct pickup time by contacting Tropic Wings at least 24 hours prior to travel. • Return transfers from all Cairns CBD hotels commence from 12.30pm - 1.00pm Tour returns 6.00pm approx

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LOT 3 Pier Point Road
Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia

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Cairns Region

Your small-group tour of Cairns and its environs starts in the afternoon with a drive by air-conditioned minivan through the city center and to the waterfront, where you’ll explore the wharves and harbour with your experienced guide
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Saint Monica's Cathedral

Step inside one of Australia's most breathtaking cathedrals, featuring the World's largest themed stained-glass windows.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Cairns Museum

Visit Cairns Museum at the School of Arts Building, in the heart of the city. You will be greeted by a dedicated guide for an exclusive tour of the museum (free re-entry included, valid for 3 days)
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Ozmosis Café Trattoria Bar

Enjoy a traditional Devonshire Afternoon Tea, perfectly paired with your choice of tea or coffee
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Cairns Botanical Gardens

Learn about Cairns’ tropical environment on a guided walk through Flecker Botanical Gardens
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lake Morris Road

Have your camera at the ready as we visit a spectacular lookout with views over the city of Cairns and the Coral Sea
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Palm Cove Beach

Continue on to Palm Cove, one of Cairns’ most picturesque northern beaches. Walk along the jetty or feel the sand between your toes on Palm Cove beach.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Motor scooters not permitted
  • No Wheelie Walkers permitted
  • Children under the age of 4 are not permitted to travel
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 27 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Cairns City Sights and Surrounds Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 4.86 out of 5 stars based on 237 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and partner sites such as Trustpilot, Viator, and TripAdvisor

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Cairns City Sights and Surrounds Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Afternoon tea.
  • Cairns CBD Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan.
  • Local guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
  • Food and drinks, unless specified.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Cairns City Sights and Surrounds Tour is as follows:

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Cairns City Sights and Surrounds Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Afternoon tea
  • Cairns CBD Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Local guide
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified

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  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Motor scooters not permitted
  • No Wheelie Walkers permitted
  • Children under the age of 4 are not permitted to travel
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 27 travelers
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