Cairns River Cruise and Cairns City Sights Tour

4.9 (15 reviews) 7 h 30 min Free cancellation

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4.9

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About this activity

See the best of Cairns in a day with a 1.25-hour morning Cairns River Cruise Tour, cruising the calm waters of Trinity Inlet. Enjoy lunch at Dundee's Restaurant on the waterfront before joining the afternoon Cairns city sightseeing tour.

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At a glance

Duration: 7 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 14 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Tropic Wings Cairns Tours & Charters

Ages: Infants (0–0 years) · Children (4–14 years) · Adults (15–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Afternoon tea
Included: Carbonated beverages: River Cruise includes 1 x complimentary non alcoholic drink
Included: Driver/guide
Included: Cairns and Northern Beaches Hotel drop-off
Included: Enjoy lunch at Dundee's Restaurant on the Waterfront

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Stop 1

1 h 15 min Admission included

This 75 minute guided calm-water cruise explores the stunning sights of the Trinity Inlet and waterfront of Cairns. The extensive and stunning Inlet is mountain & mangrove lined and is a sanctuary for many types of wildlife. The tour meanders through pristine creeks (the home of saltwater crocodiles) and takes in some of the quirky sites of the backwaters of Cairns too. The Cairns River Cruises vessel is spacious and carries a maximum of 14 guests - so the tour is bespoke and personal and everyone has access to the fantastic views of Cairns.
Stop 2

one hour Admission included

Relax and take in the waterfront views at Dundee's Restaurant short 2 minute walk from where your river cruise ends before joining Cairns Discovery Tours City Sights afternoon Tour.
St. Monica's Cathedral

20 min Admission included

Step inside one of Australia's most breathtaking cathedrals, featuring the World's largest themed stained-glass windows.
Cairns Museum

30 min Admission included

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)
Stop 5

25 min Admission included

Enjoy a traditional Devonshire Afternoon Tea, perfectly paired with your choice of tea or coffee
Cairns Botanical Gardens

40 min

Discover the vibrant beauty of tropical flora with a guided walk through the Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens.
Stop 7

15 min

Have your camera at the ready as we visit a spectacular lookout with views over the city of Cairns and the Coral Sea
Palm Cove Beach

25 min

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.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

10.30am meet at the Cairns River Cruise which is located at Wharf A, The Cairns Marlin Marina, 1 Spence St

End point

We include complimentary CBD hotel drop off. Please advise your hotel drop-off at the time of booking.

Using your ticket

Please reconfirm your booking and correct meeting time and location by calling +61 7 4041 9400 or emailing to [email protected] at least 24 hours prior to travel.
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children under the age of 4 are not permitted to travel
Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
No wheelie walkers permitted
Meeting point is the Cairns Marlin Marina, Berth A1 at 10.30am
Cairns Hotel drop off is included
Motor scooters not permitted
Cairns River Cruise Vessel is non-smoking