Name: Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Brand: My Queensland
SKU: MQ-69116
Price: 1699 AUD
Availability: InStock

Package Open All

7 Nights in a Guaranteed Upgraded Mountain View Room Two Doubles
Sleeps Four Adults or Two Adults and Two Children
Stay in a spacious and modern Mountain View Room, complete with a private balcony featuring stunning views of the rainforest covered ranges. Boasting approximately 32 sqm of air-conditioned space, these ensuite rooms offer a generous bathroom with a shower over the bath. Sink into two plush beds after a day of exploring and fun.

Exclusive Return Virgin Australia Fares PLUS First Kid Flies FREE^*
We do the searching for you to find the best flights so you can simply book and relax. This exclusive deal includes return Virgin Australia flights for two adults including 23kg of checked luggage. Better yet, your first kid flies FREE ages 12 and under^, PLUS there are exclusive fares available for the rest of the family!

Return Airport Transfers
Arrive at your destination with the confidence of knowing that a friendly face is waiting to take you and your bags to your accommodation, and vice-versa when it’s time to go home.

Buffet Breakfast Daily
Start your mornings the right way, with delicious buffet breakfast foods.

FESTIVAL PERK Guaranteed Room Upgrade
Everyone loves and upgrade, and this one is on us. Enjoy a guaranteed double upgrade from a Garden View Room to a Mountain View Room Two Doubles.

BONUS Full Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise*
Make the most of your time in Cairns with this once in a lifetime experience! Spend a full day at the Great Barrier Reef and have a magical time coral viewing and enjoy a delicious hot and cold tropical buffet lunch.

BONUS Full Day Green Island Discovery*
Green Island is a beautiful 6000-year-old coral cay located in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park – a premier world heritage site and one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Grab your snorkel gear and head to the Lifeguard patrolled beach to explore the marine world off the beach, take a stroll through the unique tropical rainforest, laze on the white coral sand beach or take part in some of the optional activities that Green Island has to offer.

BONUS Cairns Aquarium General Admission*
Enjoy all day admission to Cairns’ newest attraction. See the animals and habitats endemic to Tropical North Queensland and learn about the importance of the Wet Tropics Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef. Ecosystem talks, animal presentations, live diver feeds and marine and reptile touch’n’talk shows are all available daily. See Australia’s only 10-metre Deep Reef Tank, 360 degree Oceanarium, 20-metre underwater tunnel, mangrove boardwalk and the giant River Monsters exhibit. Get up close to freshwater fish, pythons, emerald tree monitors, crocodiles, colourful reef fish and huge sharks and rays!

BONUS Tomb of the Pharaohs General Admission*
Embark on a captivating journey through ancient Egypt at the Tomb of the Pharaohs in Cairns. This immersive museum showcases over 300 meticulously recreated artifacts across 11 themed galleries, bringing to life the grandeur of Egyptian royalty. Marvel at treasures like Queen Nefertari’s gem-encrusted jewels, King Tutankhamun’s golden relics and the solid silver falcon-shaped coffin of King Shoshenq II. Interactive displays, audiovisual presentations and life-like tomb reconstructions offer a hands-on exploration of Egypt’s 3000-year history. Ideal for all ages, the museum provides air-conditioned comfort, accessibility features and free wheelchair hire.

BONUS One Seafood Platter at Squires Loft*
Savour the Squires Loft Seafood Platter, featuring 200g Atlantic salmon, tender lemon pepper calamari and a succulent grilled prawn skewer. Paired with creamy garlic sauce and your choice of crisp garden salad or golden chips, this is seafood done right.

BONUS Kids Stay Free*
Take the family! Children 12 years and younger can stay free of charge when sharing the same room as their parents, using existing bedding.

BONUS Bottle of Wine on Arrival
Enjoy something a little special on your holiday, with a bottle of wine on us.

BONUS Guaranteed Late Checkout of 1pm
Hang on to that holiday feeling and take your time on your last day. Enjoy a late checkout of 1pm so you can stay relaxed the whole way home.

BONUS Privileges Dining Card
Enjoy exclusive and rewarding dining experiences at several popular restaurants and cafes with the limited-edition, award-winning Privileges Dining Card. Offering up to 25% (or more) off your bill for you and your accompanying guests, the Privileges Dining Card increases your spending power at participating venues.

BONUS My Queensland Experience Pass
Your holiday includes a My Queensland Experience Pass, offering an exclusive 10% off popular tours, attractions and activities.

Complimentary Parking
Rest assured that there will always be a place for your car throughout the duration of your holiday.

Complimentary Wifi
With complimentary access to wifi, you can remain connected throughout your stay.

Important Info Open All

Valid for travel ex Brisbane: 06 October – 11 December 2026; 27 January – 24 March 2027
Add from $100 per person for travel: 12 – 30 April 2027

Valid for travel ex Sydney & Melbourne: 06 October – 11 December 2026; 27 January – 24 March 2027
Add from $100 per person for travel: 12 – 30 April 2027

Valid for travel ex Adelaide: 06 October – 11 December 2026; 27 January – 24 March 2027
Add from $100 per person for travel: 12 – 30 April 2027

Valid for travel Perth: 06 October – 11 December 2026; 27 January – 24 March 2027
Add from $100 per person for travel: 12 – 30 April 2027

Blockout dates: 31 December 2026; 11 – 13 June 2027

Subject to availability. Other surcharges & block out dates may apply during peak travel periods.

You can also book this My Queensland holiday package for the following travel dates and take advantage of exclusive Virgin Australia Fares. Please note: First Kid Flies FREE^ offer does not apply when selecting the below travel dates.

Valid for travel ex Brisbane:
Add from $100 per person for travel: 12 – 30 December 2026; 01 – 26 January 2027; 25 – 31 March 2027; 01 May – 10 June 2027; 14 – 23 June 2027
Add from $250 per person for travel: 01 – 11 April 2027; 24 – 30 June 2027
Add from $350 per person for travel: 17 September – 05 October 2026

Valid for travel ex Sydney & Melbourne:
Add from $100 per person for travel: 12 – 30 December 2026; 01 – 26 January 2027; 25 – 31 March 2027; 01 May – 10 June 2027; 14 – 23 June 2027
Add from $150 per person for travel: 01 – 11 April 2027; 24 – 30 June 2027
Add from $300 per person for travel: 17 September – 05 October 2026

Valid for travel ex Adelaide:
Add from $100 per person for travel: 12 – 30 December 2026; 01 – 26 January 2027; 25 March – 11 April 2027; 01 May – 10 June 2027; 14 – 30 June 2027
Add from $200 per person for travel: 17 September – 05 October 2026

Valid for travel Perth:
Add from $100 per person for travel: 12 – 30 December 2026; 01 – 26 January 2027; 25 – 31 March 2027; 12 April – 10 June 2027; 14 – 23 June 2027
Add from $200 per person for travel: 01 – 11 April 2027; 24 – 30 June 2027
Add from $350 per person for travel: 17 September – 05 October 2026

Price based on departing from Brisbane

Extra charges apply for:

Sydney ($100pp)
Melbourne ($150pp)
Adelaide ($450pp)
Perth ($550pp)

Based on Mountain View Room Two Doubles view room

Based on Mountain View Room Queenview room

Upgrade to Ocean View Room Two Doubles from $100 per personview room

Upgrade to Ocean View Room Queen from $100 per personview room

Upgrade to Family Room from $100 per personview room

*Airfares
Airfares are based on the best available airfare at time of publication and are subject to availability & change. Flights may not be direct or operate daily. Air surcharges apply during Australian school holidays and other peak travel periods. Applicable charges will apply for changes. Tickets are non refundable at all times.

*Child Policy
Up to two kids 0-12 years of age stay free when using existing bedding

*Great Adventures Outer Reef Cruise
For current operating days and times, please refer to https://www.myqldholiday.com.au/quicksilver-cruises/

The beauty of the Great Barrier Reef is yours to experience when you cruise to our mulit-level reef activity platform. Situated on the outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef, our spacious platform features undercover seating and tables to enjoy a delicious buffet lunch, full bar facilities, a swimming enclosure for children, change rooms with freshwater showers, sundeck, and scuba diving facilities with a semi-submerged platform.

Includes:
Morning & afternoon teas, 3 hours at Outer Barrier Reef platform, snorkelling equipment, hot & cold buffet lunch, eco reef talk, semi-submersible coral viewing, underwater observatory.

Return air-conditioned fast catamaran cruise
Morning tea and coffee served until departure from Cairns
Morning tea cake selection
Three (3) hours at Outer Reef Activity Platform
Platform Aerial Shot
Snorkelling equipment
Use of buoyancy vests
Reef education presentation
Hot and cold buffet lunch
Semi-submersible coral reef viewing tour
Underwater Observatory
Guided Eco Reef Talk in the underwater observatory
Afternoon tea and coffee available whilst at the platform, cheese and biscuits on return journey.

An Environmental Management Charge of $8.00 is levied on all adults and children entering the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. This charge is included in your tour.

Important Note: Quicksilver Cruises Fuel Surcharge
Quicksilver Cruises will introduce a modest fuel surcharge from 1 May 2026 due to ongoing fuel price increases across Australia.
A fee of $10 per adult and $5 per child (4–14 years) will apply to Great Advenutres Outer Reef.
This will be payable directly to the operator on the day of travel.
Not applicable to infants (0–3 years).

*Green Island Discovery
For current operating days and times, please refer to https://www.myqldholiday.com.au/quicksilver-cruises/

Includes:
Both use of snorkelling gear and an informative glass bottom boat tour to discover and fully experience this beautiful Great Barrier Reef island for up to seven hours on Green Island.
An Environmental Management Charge of $8.00 is levied on all adults and children entering the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. This charge is included in the rates.

Important Note: Quicksilver Cruises Fuel Surcharge
Quicksilver Cruises will introduce a modest fuel surcharge from 1 May 2026 due to ongoing fuel price increases across Australia.
A fee of $4 per adult and $2 per child (4–14 years) will apply to Green Island.
This will be payable directly to the operator on the day of travel.
Not applicable to infants (0–3 years).

*Tomb of the Pharaohs & Cairns Aquarium General Admission
For the ultimate day in Cairns combine a visit to Tomb of the Pharaohs and the Cairns Aquarium all in one location right in the heart of the city centre.

The Tomb of the Pharaohs experience showcases 11 of the most lavish tombs of ancient Egypt, recreated in complete detail. Each Tomb filled with hieroglyphic wall inscriptions, educational displays and museum grade reproductions of the burial treasure of the Pharaohs, their Queens and Nobles. With over 450 display items direct from Egypt, this is a must see exhibition for the whole family and a first of its kind in Australia.

Cairns Aquarium is the home to 16,000 incredible fish and aquatic animals from the Great Barrier Reef, wet tropics rainforest and waterways where you will learn about the ecosystems of Tropical North Queensland. Offering daily presentations including a life of rays and sharks show this is a must see attraction for all visitors.

Both attractions are undercover and fully airconditioned.

What’s included:
– Single day for admission to both Tomb of the Pharaohs & Cairns Aquarium (both attractions must be visited on the same day)
– Open 365 days a year
– Learn about the lives and culture of ancient Egyptian rulers over the 3000 year history
– Enjoy life-like, recreated scenes of elaborately decorated burial tombs audio visual presentations, interactive scenarios and remarkable hand-crafted gold treasures
– Journey through the “double tomb” of the Silver Pharaohs
– See the earliest burial tombs of Saqqara, located near the 4,500 year old step pyramid
– Learn how to read hieroglyphs
– Daily animal & ecosystem educational presentations
– See over 16,000 creatures from Far North Queensland
– Daily Marine Touch Encounter
– Daily Ray & Shark Feeding Show (11:00 am)

*One Seafood Platter at Squires Loft
Explore Cairns’ Finest Steak Restaurant Experience
Squires Loft Cairns delivers a legendary steakhouse experience that has been perfected over 30 years. Famous for our premium cuts, mouth-watering ribs, and signature basting, we’re known as the Steak Specialists. Every dish is crafted with care to ensure consistency, flavour, and quality that keep guests coming back. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, enjoying a family dinner, or simply craving a perfectly cooked steak, our legendary reputation speaks for itself.

Children can order from the childrens menu.

Atlantic Salmon – 200 g cooked medium
Calamari – coated in lemon pepper & lightly fried
Grilled Prawn Skewer
Served with a garlic sauce and your choice of fresh garden salad or chips
A delicious combination of fresh seafood and classic accompaniments
Available for dinner only

Bonus Value
The Bonus Value offered is up to the maximum amount available per eligible package and is determined by the point of departure as follows:
Ex Brisbane: from $1699 pp, up to $1500 Bonus Value, valued at up to $2449 pp
Ex Sydney: from $1799 pp, up to $1500 Bonus Value, valued at up to $2549 pp
Ex Melbourne: from $1849 pp, up to $1500 Bonus Value, valued at up to $2599 pp
Ex Adelaide: from $2149 pp, up to $1500 Bonus Value, valued at up to $2899 pp
Ex Perth: from $2249 pp, up to $1500 Bonus Value, valued at up to $2999 pp

*Festival of Free
^Sale ends 11.59pm AEST Friday 31 October 2026, unless sold out prior. A maximum of one child (0-12 years) per twin share booking is eligible to fly free on a return economy flight with Virgin Australia, including 23kg checked luggage. Exclusive discounted fares are also available for remaining customers on same booking and will be advised at time of quote. If your package does not include flights, you are eligible to access this exclusive airfare to add flights, until the above specified date or until sold out. Selected packages, flights, destinations and travel dates apply and are subject to Virgin Australia terms and conditions. Valid for new quotes only and is subject to our general terms and conditions found at MyQueensland.com.au. Festival Perks are subject to availability and conditions of the resort and tour supplier. All Festival Perks inclusions are non-transferrable, non-refundable and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer and can not be substituted or exchanged.

Pricing
All prices are per person twin share unless otherwise stated, are in Australian dollars, are correct at the time of publication & are subject to change without notice. Flights are not included unless otherwise stated & if included, are economy class unless otherwise stated. Price includes any stated bonus nights, upgrades & package savings, if applicable.

Cancellation Charges
Please note, cancelled bookings will incur charges. Our travel service providers are entitled to impose cancellation charges, which can be up to 100% of the amount paid to them for the relevant service, regardless of whether travel has commenced. If any refunds are received from travel service providers, they will be passed on to you, less a minimum cancellation fee. Please refer to the Cancellation Policy on general terms & conditions.

Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included but is strongly recommended. Ask your My Queensland Expert about our great value coverage options.

General Terms & Conditions
In addition to the specific terms and conditions outlined above, upon purchase, this package is subject to general terms & conditions.