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NORTH QUEENSLAND WILDERNESS WITH BILL PEACH JOURNEYS Sojourn Tropical North Queensland 8 Days | 1 - 8 May 2021 | AUD$6,695pp twin share |Single Supplement FREE* 8 Days | 1 - 8 Aug 2021 | AUD$6,695pp twin share |Single Supplement FREE* oin Bill Peach Journeys for an exploration of Far North Exclusive Highlights Queensland’s spectacular rainforests, lakes and waterfalls. From J the magnificent coastal sights of Cape Tribulation, Cooktown, Port Douglas and Mission Beach to the breathtakingly beautiful * Spend 2 nights in the rainforest at Silky Oaks, a creations of nature to be found inland. We explore the lush green Luxury Lodge of Australia world of the Atherton Tablelands and the hypnotic cascades of * 1 night beachfront at Castaways Resort and Spa the famed Waterfall Circuit. Marvel at the natural beauty of World Heritage listed waterfalls including Josephine Falls and the majestic * Enjoy wildlife cruises on serene Lake Barrine and and picturesque Millaa Millaa Falls surrounded by stunning tropical the iconic Daintree River rainforest. * Explore unique & fascinating local farming techniques We will discover the natural ecosystem which exists in this remarkable * Visit World Heritage listed Millaa Millaa Falls and region while cruising on Lake Barrine and learn about the unique Josephine Falls on the famed Waterfall Circuit flora and fauna that abounds. Uncover the region’s timber and mining * Discover the history of the region in Mareeba and history in Mareeba and discover gold rush history in Cooktown. Cooktown We will also learn about the fascinating and unique farming * Take in the natural beauty of Mission Beach, Tinaroo techniques of the region. Truly an enchanting sojourn of pristine Lake, the Bloomfield Track & Cape Tribulation wilderness complimented by Bill Peach Journeys style including a * Experience meaningful cultural insights with a two night stay amongst the rainforest at the renowned Silky Oaks Nugal-warra Elder and the Kuku Yalanji Lodge, a Luxury Lodge of Australia. * All meals included - breakfast, lunch and dinner including About Sojourns with Bill Peach Journeys * Escorted throughout by a dedicated Journey Our Sojourn programmes everything is included and Director are short break journeys put arranged before you even together in conjunction with leave home. That includes all themes, events or experiences. sundries like tips, taxes and 3 Night Lizard Island Extension transfers. In fact you won’t even Includes: Complimentary upgrade from a Garden view These programmes range need to carry your bags. from cruising New Zealand’s room to an Ocean View Villa. All-inclusive accommodation, North Islands to world class Enjoy the finest level of meals and beverages, inner reef snorkel & activities and events and unique experiences accommodation, dining and return air transfers from Cairns to Lizard Island. throughout Australia and New service all in the one fare. From the very moment your journey Single rate - $8,127 per person Zealand. begins, your seamless travel Double rate - $5,874 per couple Fully Inclusive experience with Bill Peach When you travel on a Sojourn Journeys begins. For more information or to make a booking, call our Travel Specialists on 1300 766 537 or email [email protected] Travelations Pty Ltd t/a Cruise Express ABN 31095788177 ATAS A11029.

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