Clifton Beach, Cairns, Queensland © Tourism and Events Queensland
4 days in Cairns
Dine at bustling seaside restaurants, visit a quirky mountain village, island-hop in the Great Barrier Reef and search for Aboriginal bush foods in the Daintree Rainforest – all from the coastal city of Cairns.
The must-do experiences
- Explore the natural wonders of the Great Barrier Reef
- Walk beneath the vines of the incredible Daintree Rainforest
- Visit the quirky mountain village of Kuranda
Day 1: Explore Cairns
Take the time to discover the charms of Cairns, a bustling coastal city fringed by unmatched natural environments.
Day 2: Discover the Great Barrier Reef
As a popular gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, Cairns offers plenty of opportunities to encounter the world’s most magical marine environment.
Day 3: Visit Kuranda and Port Douglas
An easy day trip from Cairns, the mountain village of Kuranda will have you feeling a world away with its charming township and lush surroundings.
Day 4: Unwind in the Daintree Rainforest
Feel a sense of calm wash over you as you wander the shaded pathways of the Daintree Rainforest – at least 135 million years old – and visit its diversity of natural treasures.
