*8 Day Drive North Fly South Cape York & Thursday Island Fully Accommodated Quality Tour – Exclusive to six passengers (Code: DTDF)

Type: Tours - Cape York Accommodated Tours

If you want to see Cape York in a bit of style with a small group of no more than six people then this may the tour for you.  With many value added inclusions and a knowledgeable local guide to show you the sights, you'll find this tour is very good value for money. On this personal 8 Day Cape York Safari you can ask the guide to see what you are interested in most, to a larger extent, than on bigger tours.

Departure Dates for 2012:  This tour is guaranteed to depart on the follow date with a minimum of three passengers and road conditions permitting. This tour also operates in the exact reverse on different dates to those below. Click here to see the dates and itinerary of the reverse itinerary. (Fly North/ Drive South)   

Departure Dates for 2012:

• July 2

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How to Book:  A Deposit of $400 per adult is required to confirm your place with the balance due two months before departure. Bookings made within two months of the travel date must be paid in full within 72 hours.  You can book online via the rates table's "Add to Itinerary" button. Click on it and follow the prompts, or, call to book on + 61 7 4044 9792  from outside Australia or 1800 681 685 (free call) from within Australia.  Your booking confirmation/ receipt will be emailed to you shortly after your booking request and deposit payment has been received. Please note, if you are the first two people to book, your tour is not guaranteed until at least three people are booked.

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Tour Itinerary:

All fares include meals as per itinerary code: (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch and (D) Dinner.

Day 1 - CAIRNS TO COOKTOWN, VIA THE DAINTREE (B, L, D) 

Leaving Cairns we head north along Queensland's Great Ocean Road towards Daintree, where we will join the Daintree River Cruise for an hour of exploring the wilderness where crocodiles are often found.

We then cross the Daintree River by cable ferry and make our way to the Daintree Ice Cream Company (own expense) and then onward to Cape Tribulation giving you an opportunity to explore coastal headlands and long sandy beaches stopping to enjoy lunch before we journey through the World Heritage Rainforest to Mardja Boardwalk and enjoy an interpretive walk through the rainforest.

We then engage 4WD and travel along the Bloomfield Track enjoying many scenic spots including Bloomfield Falls and Cedar Bay National park. We stop at the Lions Den Pub - another classic Aussie Icon. We then make our way to our accommodation which is the gorgeous Mungumby Homestead.

Mungumby Lodge is a boutique private wilderness retreat and nature refuge located on the northern edge of the majestic million acre Tropical Rainforest National Park (formerly the Greater Daintree) which surrounds the           properties boundaries. The lodge also boarders the famous Black Mountain (Kalkajaka) a 260 million year old rock formation. 

Overnight: Mungumby Lodge (ensuite)

Day 2 -  COOKTOWN TO MUSGRAVE VIA LAKEFIELD NATIONAL PARK (B, L, D)

We start our day with a visit to Mysterious Black Mountain before arriving in Cooktown where we visit Grassy Hill Lookout, the historic cemetery, the Captain Cook Museum - this is truly an amazing place.

From Cooktown we head west to Battle Camp and onwards into Lakefield National Park. After visiting “Old Laura” homestead we travel through many fascinating river valleys and numerous giant termite mounds before arriving at Musgrave Station for an afternoon break.

We continue our journey to our overnight stay at the Musgrave Station Roadhouse. Musgrave Roadhouse offers Offering good old fashioned hospitality the Musgrave Roadhouse, located in the Cape York peninsula is owned and operated by one of the early pioneering families of the region - the Shepards.

Overnight: Musgrave Roadhouse (shared bathroom)

Day 3 - MUSGRAVE TO IRON RANGE NATIONAL PARK (B, L, D)

Today we continuing our adventure to one of Australia's most remote area's we head east exploring the Sir William Thompson Range and then crossing the Pascoe River, we head to Iron Range National Park.

As we enter the National Park, we see the spectacular Mount Tozer at the peak of the table range, before descending down to Lockhart River a unique aboriginal community situated on the ocean at Lloyd Bay.

Onwards further north - exploring the many wonders of the Iron Range National Park whilst enjoying the dense tropical rainforest being the largest remaining area of lowland rainforest in Australia.

We arrive at Portland Road at Cape Weymouth on the beautiful Coral Sea for our overnight stay. Enjoy a pleasant evening at Portland House Cottages.
 

Overnight: Portland House, PORTLAND ROAD (shared bathroom)

Day 4 - IRON RANGE NATIONAL PARK TO WEIPA (B, L, D)

Leaving the east coast behind, we head inland through the National Park and onwards to more savannah land, country of the Cape and head north.

This afternoon we continue on a westward track towards the West Coast and the famous mining town of Weipa - where we arrive late afternoon. The Heritage Resort Weipa is our home for the next two nights and is located in the town centre. The Heritage Resort offers warm hospitality and friendly service with modern comfort and style.

Overnight: Heritage Hotel Weipa (Ensuite)

Day 5 -  WEIPA AND JARDINE NATIONAL PARK (B, L, D)

Weipa located in the Gulf of Carpentaria is the largest town in the Cape York Peninsula with a population of about 3000 people. Its main industries are mining and cattle exports.

We take a stroll through the Jardine National Park to amaze your senses. We then visit the Western Cape Cultural Centre. Be impressed with the stunning and truly authentic aboriginal artwork and learn about the Aboriginal culture. Then take a stroll through the township.

After lunch we explore the port of Weipa and its amazing coastline before returning to our resort time to enjoy a relaxing late afternoon as well as the resort facilities.  

Overnight: Heritage Hotel Weipa (Ensuite)

Day 6 - WEIPA TO CAPE YORK (B, L, D)

Departing Weipa we head through one of the largest cattle station on the Cape - Batavia Downs. We now begin what will be one of the highlights of our tour - it’s now time to join one of the original Telegraph Tracks including crossing the famous Wenlock River, and continue further along the old track stopping for lunch beside one of the many river crossings.

Travelling further north to visit Elliot Falls and fruit bat Falls we also spend time here to enjoy a swim in the crystal waters. Lunch today will be at Fruit Bat Falls.  Joining the Bamaga Development Road we arrive at the Cape's most famous river, the Jardine crossing the crocodile infested stream by ferry, then onwards to the top arriving Seisa Resort for the next two nights.

Overnight: Seisa Resort (ensuite)

Day 7 - THURSDAY ISLAND (B, D)

A change today from 4WD travelling as we take a boat cruise across the Torres Strait to Thursday Island and enjoy a guided tour around this small island that is part of Torres Strait culture and history. The island is situated between Cape York and Australia’s nearest neighbour New Guinea. After lunch it’s time to take the ferry back to the mainland to our Resort for our last overnight stay on Cape York.

Overnight: Seisa Resort (ensuite)

Day 8 - CAPE YORK TO CAIRNS (B, L)

The most northerly tip of the Australian continent, Cape York, is our destination.  We celebrate with champagne before visiting the remains of Somerset, which was established by the Jardine Family as the Government outpost and Cattle Station.  We spend some time at some secluded beaches, where we have previously sighted dugongs and sea turtles. This is a particularly scenic part of the Cape, with lots to see and do.  Finally we make our way to Bamaga Airport for your scenic flight back to Cairns with unforgettable memories of Australia’s vast Cape York region. You should make arrangements to stay in Cairns tonight as the exact timing of the flight's arrival back to Cairns can not be guaranteed.

Features & Inclusions

• Luxury 4WD Landcruiser vehicle + experienced driver guide
• All accommodation costs
• All breakfasts & dinners and light lunches
• Morning / Afternoon teas
• All National Park entry fees
• All ferries and barges
• Cruise to Thursday Island and a bus tour of the island
• Flight from Bamaga to Cairns
• Queensland's Great Ocean Road
• Daintree National Park and Ferry Crossing
• Cape Tribulation and its sandy beaches
• Mardja boardwalk
• Bloomfield Track & Falls
• Cedar Bay National Park
• Lion's Den Pub
• Black Mountain
• Lakefield National Park
• Old Laura Homestead
• Musgrave Station
• Old Telegraph track
• Archer River
• Sir William Thompson Range
• Pascoe River
• Iron Range National Park
• Mount Tozer
• Lochart River
• Lloyd Bay
• Cape Weymouth
• Balavia Downs
• Wenlock River
• Elliot Falls
• Jardine River
• Seisa Resort
• Thursday Island

Specials & Packages

Rates and Tariffs

2012 Season	1st Jun 2012 to 31st Oct 2012
Twin Share Accommodation Option	$4450.00 adult $4250.00 per child
Single Accommodation Option	$5539.00 adult
Charter - Exclusive use of vehicle by 4 passengers	$4750.00 per person
* Booking terms and conditions may apply, please details below.

Booking Information

Child age: 7 - 14 years - this tour is not suitable for children under the age of 7 and you should consider whether this tour is suitbale for your child, before booking with children.

Departure Dates for 2012: This tour is guaranteed to depart on the follow date with a minimum of three passengers and road conditions permitting. This tour also operates in the exact reverse on different dates to those below.

Departure Dates for 2012:

July 2

How to Book: A Deposit of $400 per adult is required to confirm your place with the balance due two months before departure. Bookings made within two months of the travel date must be paid in full within 72 hours. You can book online via the rates table's "Add to Itinerary" button. Click on it and follow the prompts, or, call to book on + 61 7 4044 9792 from outside Australia or 1800 681 685 (free call) from within Australia. Your booking confirmation/ receipt will be emailed to you shortly after your booking request and deposit payment has been received. Please note, if you are the first two people to book, your tour is not guaranteed until at least three people are booked.

Booking Policy

CANCELLATIONS / REFUNDS: If cancellation occurs more than two months prior to departure a cancellation fee of $400 per person will be deducted from your refund. Cancellations occurring less than one month prior to departure will incur the following charges: 15-60 days prior 80% of Total, 14 Days or less 100% of Total Price.

INSURANCE: Travel insurance is strongly recommended to cover against the possibility of a substantial financial loss. An emergency medical evacuation might cost you as much as $3000. Last minute cancellations can mean loss of the cost of the tour. This makes it extremely important to obtain travel insurance as soon as you book - or even before. There are several good insurance policies which are designed for travel within Australia. See the Travel insurance link on the left hand side navigation bar of this web page. (scroll up, look to the left)

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