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Tour Horn Island & Cape York with like-minded over-60s

  • Includes an overnight stay on Horn Island
  • An exciting journey to the northernmost tip of mainland Australia!
  • Discover lush rainforests & beautiful scenic coastal roads
  • Historic towns, outback trails, unique wildlife and some truly magnificent sunsets!
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$5,439 pp twin share
$6,899 pp solo share
9 nights
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Departs 14 September 2024 Returns 23 September 2024
Duration9 nights
OperatorTravel at 60
StylePackage
Join a great group of like-minded over-60s on an adventure north to the very tip of Queensland! Includes an overnight stay on Horn Island. An exciting journey to the northernmost tip of…

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14 September 2024

Join a great group of like-minded over-60s on an adventure north to the very tip of Queensland! Commencing and ending in Cairns, this roundtrip will show you the staggering variety of Tropical and Outback North Queensland. This itinerary includes an overnight stay on Horn Island, the mining town of Weipa, a stay at a former Aussie Cattle Station, historic Cooktown (where Captain James Cook landed the Endeavour), and the prehistoric landscapes of Cape York - full of gigantic termite mounds, crystal clear creeks and unique plant life.

Highlights
  • Take an included flight from Cairns to Horn Island
  • Torres Strait Islands
  • Cruise to Thursday Island
  • Thursday Island Tour
  • Stand on the very Top of Mainland Australia
  • Enjoy lunch & a refreshing swim at Fruit Bat Falls
  • Bramwell Station
  • Musgrave Telegraph Station
  • Explore unique Lakefield National Park
  • World Heritage Daintree National Park
  • Travel the Bloomfield Track
  • Cape Tribulation
When & how much

Departures & Pricing

Departs
14 September 2024
Returns 23 September 2024
Returns
23 September 2024
Duration
9 nights
From pp twin share
$5,439 pp
From pp solo cabin
$6,899 pp

Sunday 14 September to Monday 23 September 2024

  • From $5,439 per person twin share / $6,899 Single Traveller

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Please note that below prices are subject to availability at time of booking and may change without notice.

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Day by day

Itinerary

  1. 1

    14 Sep 2024 - Day 1 - Arrive in Cairns

    Arrive in Cairns at your convenience and make your way to the Pacific Hotel Cairns. Check-in begins at 3 pm. In the evening, join your fellow travelers for a warm welcome dinner, providing the perfect opportunity to meet new friends who share your passion for travel and exploration.

    Stay: Pacific Hotel Cairns Included Meals: Dinner
  2. 2

    15 Sep 2024 - Day 2 – Cairns – Horn Island

    After an early morning pick-up from your accommodation, be transferred to the cairns airport for your flight to Horn Island. Enjoy a tour of Horn Island with a local representative and entry to the Torres Strait Heritage Museum.

    Stay: Gateway Torres Strait Resort, Horn IslandIncluded Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  3. 3

    16 Sep 2024 - Day 3 – Horn Island – Thursday Island 

    Enjoy breakfast, prior to transferring by ferry to Thursday Island and on arrival, you will be taken on an informative guided bus tour of the island and its picturesque Harbour, once home to the romantic pearl lugger fleet.

    This afternoon board your ferry to the mainland, where you will be met by your guide, who will take you to Seisia. Seisia is ideally located for our next few days, being in walking distance from the Seisia Wharf, a famous fishing spot.

    Stay: Seisia Holiday Park Cottages Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
  4. 4

    17 Sep 2024 – Day 4 – Cape York - Somerset

    An unforgettable day! Stand at the very top of mainland Australia. We then visit Somerset (road conditions permitted), once the home of the legendary Jardine family and government outpost established in 1864. We have lunch at Somerset, which overlooks the Albany Passage. Complete your day with a leisurely walk on the beach before returning to Seisia.

    Stay: Seisia Holiday ParkIncluded Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  5. 5

    18 Sep 2024 – Day 5 - Cape York, Fruit Bat Falls, Bramwell Station

    Southward bound, we cross the mighty Jardine River, stopping at Fruit Bat Falls for lunch. Relax, swim and enjoy this unique area with its picturesque waterfall. Travelling along part of the Old Telegraph Track, before we make our way to a former ‘true blue’ Aussie Cattle Station, Bramwell Station – ensuite facilities.

    Stay: Bramwell Station Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  6. 6

    19 Sep 2024 – Day 6 – Bramell Station, Weipa

    A southerly run through the wilderness with all its varied landscapes to cross the Wenlock River. We head for the shores of the Gulf of Carpentaria and our overnight stop at Weipa, with its view over Albatross Bay. This afternoon there will be the opportunity of a Wildlife Eco River Cruise (own expense). Your accommodation tonight has ensuite facilities.

    Stay: Heritage ResortIncluded Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

    Note: The Wildlife Eco River Cruise showcases the area's natural beauty, local culture, history, and abundant wildlife. The boat can seat 28 passengers with 2 crew, and has a toilet for your convenience. The cruise takes approx. 1.5 hours. Please advise at time of booking if you wish to book this cruise, payable direct on the day to the cruise operator.

  7. 7

    20 Sep 2024 – Day 7 – Weipa, Archer River, Musgrave Telegraph Station

    We continue south, stopping off at the picturesque Archer River, then on to the historic frontier gold town of Coen. The afternoon finds us arriving at our overnight accommodation.

    Stay: The Old Musgrave telegraph station Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  8. 8

    21 Sep 2024 – Day 8 – Musgrave, Lakefield NP, Cooktown

    After an early start, we head east towards Princess Charlotte Bay where we explore Lakefield National Park (road conditions permitted), a haven for the many birds and animals native to this area. Lagoons, billabongs, and wide river lakes are home to both fresh and saltwater crocodiles. We make our way south passing the mysterious Black Mountain and the historic Lions Den Hotel. Travelling on to the old gold port of Cooktown, where we visit Captain Cooks Landing, before settling in to our accommodation in Cooktown.

    Stay: Sovereign Hotel Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  9. 9

    22 Sep 2024 – Day 9 – Cooktown, Bloomfield Track, Cape Tribulation, Cairns

    Traverse the jungle shrouded Bloomfield Track (Road conditions permitted) and see where the ‘rainforest meets the reef’ at Cape Tribulation. Travel through the splendour of a World Heritage listed rainforest. A scenic drive along the Marlin Coast back to Cairns.

    Stay: Pacific Hotel Cairns Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

     23 Sep 2024 - Day 10 - Depart Cairns

    Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before checking out of the hotel and bidding farewell to your fellow travellers.

    Included Meals: Breakfast
What you get for the price

Inclusions & exclusions

What’s included

  • 9 nights' accommodation
  • Experienced Tour Leader
  • Travel by purpose built air-conditioned 4WD vehicle
  • Small group experience with maximum 24 guests
  • Flight between Cairns & Horn Island
  • Ferry from Horn Island to Thursday Island
  • 9 Breakfasts + 6 Lunches + 9 Dinners

Not included

  • Travel Insurance & Airfares
  • Some meals
  • Drinks
Where you’ll stay

Accommodation

Your Guided Holiday includes a range of quality accommodation for your comfort. The accommodation you will enjoy on this tour includes

  • Pacific Hotel Cairns
  • Gateway Torres Strait Resort, Horn Island
  • Seisia Holiday Park
  • Bramwell Station
  • The Heritage Resort, Weipa
  • Old Musgrave Telegraph Station
  • Sovereign Hotel, Cooktown

*Please note that as you will be travelling through remote parts of North Queensland, some accommodation will be basic, however all accommodation used in this itinerary will have private ensuite bathrooms.

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From the operator

Common questions about this voyage

Flight Information - Please ensure when booking flights you arrive and depart as per the below:

  • Day 1 – Flights to arrive anytime into Cairns Airport
  • Day 10 - Flights to depart anytime tour ends after breakfast
  • Airport transfers at own expense

Entry in and out of tour vehicle - There are 4 steps to navigate to enter the vehicle. There is a handrail to assist. Passengers can bring a walking stick to assist with the walks, however, the tour is not suitable for passengers who depend on a walker. Travel these remote areas in our purpose built Isuzu off road 4WD tour-vehicles with forward facing reclining seats, footrests, and retractable seatbelts. The vehicles are equipped with standard features as a P.A. System, on-board toilet, T.V and road cam, portable satellite phone and first aid kits and all necessary off road equipment you can think of. Travel these remote regions in our purpose built Isuzu off road 4WD tour-vehicles with reclining seats, footrests, retractable seatbelts and panoramic windows, road cam, TV and on-board toilet. With maximum of 24 passengers, you will have the ultimate opportunity to enjoy Cape York at its best. You are promised nothing short of a high-class adventure into remote Australia on a unique and quality tour.

Water is available in the vehicles at all times. Any soft drinks, alcohol, fruit juices etc. are at your own expense. An esky is provided for the passengers’ drinks.

Laundry is available along the way at Cooktown, Weipa, and Seisia. The washing machines and dryers take $ 1 coins. Bring along some washing powder.

Mobile phone coverage can be available along the way at some points if you have Telstra Next G coverage (available at Cooktown, Coen, Weipa, limited at Seisia and Thursday Island); however you are not able to access this all the time. There is no Wi-Fi available on tour.

QANTASLINK – Air leg is Horn Island to Cairns. Your aircraft is a 50 to 70 seater Dash 8 with inflight facilities. Cruise speed is approximately 520 km / hr and cruising at 25,000 feet. Light refreshments are provided. As this is a snack flight special dietary requirements are not catered for. Please be aware that the airline has a ONE CHECKED IN PIECE AND ONE HAND LUGGAGE policy per person. Approximate travel time is 2 hours. Don’t forget your photo I.D. for check in.

  • Musgrave Station has basic rooms with an ensuite.
  • Bramwell Station has 12 rooms with ensuite bathroom available as well as very basic rooms with shared bathroom facilities.

All breakfasts and dinners are served in the restaurants of the accommodation venues we stay at. You will enjoy 3 continental breakfasts and 3 cooked breakfasts while on tour. A 2 course dinner is provided at night time with a main course, dessert, tea or coffee.  Lunch will be served at a suitable lunch stop: Salads and sandwiches, which will be made at the lunch stop each day.

Fitness Requirements: Moderate level of fitness as walks to locations may be on uneven ground

Swimming at Fruit Bat Falls - Boardwalk to the water, the distance is approx. 400metres. If passengers chose to swim, the entrance to the water is a little difficult with rocky bottom and slippery river rocks

Cape York Tip Walk - The walk to the tip is approx. a 2kms return trip. The walk is fairly difficult with rocky, uneven surfaces and steep at times. Passengers may choose to sit it out (wait on the beach, chairs supplied).

  • Supplier Fitness Form to be completed and return prior to travel.

What to Bring:

  • Luggage restriction: 1 small soft travel bag per person (maximum size: 30 x 30 x 70cm, preferably without wheels, cannot exceed 10kg)
  • Cabin baggage: 1 small daypack per person
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat
  • Warm layers in cooler months
  • Swimmers & towel (if swimming)
  • Toiletries
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The fine print

Terms & conditions

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Travel at 60 and supplier booking conditions apply. Properties used in the tour are subject to change without notice.

  • Minimum numbers required for group to run.
  • A non-refundable deposit of $700 per person required within 7 days of booking.
  • Final payment required no later than Friday 31 May 2024

30 days prior to travel any amendments such as but not limited to name changes pick up and drop off location changes will incur a $25 per person fee.

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Our Social Getaways are small-group holidays designed especially for over-60s Australians who want the freedom of a great trip without the work of planning every detail. A Travel at 60 host travels with the group, the operator handles the logistics, and you get to focus on the bit that matters — the people, the places, and the stories you'll bring home.

Open to solo travellers too. Many of our travellers book on their own and find their feet quickly in a friendly group of like-minded Australians. Reduced single-supplement options are available on most departures — ask one of our consultants and we'll talk you through what's offered on this trip.

  • A friendly Travel at 60 host — an Australian face on the ground, looking out for the group from day one.
  • Curated local guides & boutique suppliers — the same operators we'd book for our own families.
  • Real itineraries, not whirlwind tours — comfortable transfers, breathing room, and the “off the beaten track” stops the big bus tours skip.

Want to talk it through? Call 1300 414 198 7 days a week, Queensland time, and one of our consultants will walk you through it.

— The team at Travel at 60

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