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Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

5 Nights in a Mountain View Room Two Doubles with Flights & up to $1100 Bonus Value with Breakfast, Transfers, Choice of Experience, Guaranteed Late Checkout & More

  • Flights
  • 5 Nights
  • Valued at up to $1999 pp

Book by 31st May, 2026

Travel from May 26 - Mar 27

Product Code: MQ-65252

GET $300^ OFF YOUR QUOTED BOOKING PRICE

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Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

5 Nights in a Mountain View Room Two Doubles with Flights & up to $1100 Bonus Value with Breakfast, Transfers, Choice of Experience, Guaranteed Late Checkout & More

  • Flights
  • 5 Nights
  • Valued at up to $1999 pp

GET $300^ OFF YOUR QUOTED BOOKING PRICE

Tropical North Queensland on sale! Travel by 30 June 2026

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5 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.

BONUS Guaranteed Room Upgrade
Everyone loves an upgrade, and this one is on us. Enjoy a guaranteed upgrade from a Garden View Room to a Mountain View Room.

Return Flights with Virgin Australia*
We do the searching for you to find the best flights so you can simply book and relax. This deal includes return Virgin Australia flights to Cairns including 23kg of checked luggage – how good is that?

Return Airport Transfers with Excellence Coaches & Tours
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.

BONUS Choice of Full Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise OR Kuranda Skyrail Experience & Scenic Rail OR Rainforest River Tubing

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.

OR

Kuranda Skyrail Experience & Scenic Rail*
Glide above ancient rainforest and journey through spectacular mountain scenery on one of Tropical North Queensland’s most iconic experiences. This unforgettable day combines a Skyrail Rainforest Cableway experience with the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway, featuring breathtaking views, immersive rainforest stations and free time to explore the vibrant village of Kuranda.
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway is undergoing an exciting major upgrade that will deliver brand new gondolas and an enhanced rainforest experience. Depending on your travel date, your Skyrail experience will operate either as the classic journey from Smithfield to Kuranda, or as a specially curated Skyrail loop from Kuranda to Barron Falls and return*.

*Please refer to the Important Information tab for full details relevant to your date of travel at https://www.downundertours.com/

OR

Rainforest River Tubing*
Meander under towering rainforest trees, weaving among mossy rocks, ferns and climbing vines on this Rainforest Tubing Tour. Float atop crystal-clear freshwater as it runs over smooth stones and sandy floors, encountering small, fun rapids along your route. You’ll enjoy 1.5-2 hours soaking up the incredible scenery and spotting native wildlife as you follow cool streams through the lush rainforest. Perfect for all ages and abilities, this relaxing adventure combines nature, fun and tranquillity in one unforgettable experience.

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

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 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: Now – 31 May 2026; 13 October – 16 December 2026; 12 January – 25 March 2027
Add from $100 per person for travel: 06 – 12 October 2026; 17 – 30 December 2026; 03 – 11 January 2027
Add from $150 per person for travel: 01 – 11 June 2026; 15 – 30 June 2026; 21 July – 17 September 2026
Add from $250 per person for travel: 01 – 20 July 2026; 18 September – 05 October 2026

Valid for travel ex Sydney: Now – 31 May 2026; 13 October – 16 December 2026; 12 January – 25 March 2027
Add from $50 per person for travel: 06 – 12 October 2026; 17 – 30 December 2026; 03 – 11 January 2027
Add from $100 per person for travel: 01 – 11 June 2026; 15 – 30 June 2026; 21 July – 17 September 2026
Add from $200 per person for travel: 01 – 20 July 2026; 18 September – 05 October 2026

Valid for travel ex Melbourne: Now – 31 May 2026; 13 October – 16 December 2026; 12 January – 25 March 2027
Add from $50 per person for travel: 06 – 12 October 2026; 17 – 30 December 2026; 03 – 11 January 2027
Add from $100 per person for travel: 01 – 11 June 2026; 15 – 30 June 2026
Add from $150 per person for travel: 21 July – 17 September 2026
Add from $250 per person for travel: 01 – 20 July 2026; 18 September – 05 October 2026

Valid for travel ex Adelaide: Now – 31 May 2026; 06 October – 30 December 2026; 03 January – 25 March 2027
Add from $100 per person for travel: 01 – 11 June 2026; 15 June – 05 October 2026

Valid for travel ex Perth: Now – 31 May 2026; 13 October – 16 December 2026; 12 January – 25 March 2027
Add from $100 per person for travel: 21 July – 17 September 2026; 06 – 12 October 2026; 17 – 30 December 2026; 03 – 11 January 2027
Add from $150 per person for travel: 01 – 11 June 2026; 15 – 30 June 2026
Add from $250 per person for travel: 01 – 20 July 2026; 18 September – 05 October 2026

Blockout dates: 12 – 14 June 2026; 31 December 2026 – 02 January 2027

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

Price based on departing from Brisbane

Extra charges apply for:

  • Sydney ($100pp)
  • Melbourne ($150pp)
  • Adelaide ($500pp)
  • Perth ($600pp)

Based on Mountain View Room Two Doubles view room

Upgrade to Ocean View Room Two Doubles 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
Kids up to and including 12 years of age stay for free when using existing bedding.

*Full Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise
For current operating days and times, please refer to Quicksilver Cruises & Great Adventures – My Queensland

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.

Please Note: Hotel transfers are not included. All passengers will be required to make their own way to the check-in location.

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 Adventures Outer Reef. This will be payable directly to the operator on the day of travel. Not applicable to infants (0–3 years).

*Kuranda Skyrail Experience & Scenic Rail
Your Down Under Tours driver will greet you, collect your voucher and issue your Kuranda Boarding Pass, which includes all Skyrail, rail and transfer details. No ticket queues are required. Free time is available in Kuranda Village, and your Boarding Pass will clearly show return travel and coach information.

Includes:
Return coach transfers from Cairns
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway experience*
Free time in Kuranda Village to explore markets, shops and cafés
One‑way journey on the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway

*Skyrail Rainforest Cableway is undergoing an exciting major upgrade that will deliver brand new gondolas and an enhanced rainforest experience. Depending on your travel date, your Skyrail experience will operate either as the classic journey from Smithfield to Kuranda, or as a specially curated Skyrail loop from Kuranda to Barron Falls and return. Please see below tour inclusions for relevant travel dates:

Skyrail Experience from Smithfield to Kuranda (including Red Peak & Baron Falls)
Now – 19 July 2026; 26 October 2026 – 31 March 2027
Travel by coach to Smithfield Station to board Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and travel up to Kuranda with stops at Red Peak and Barron Falls stations, followed by time in Kuranda Village and a one‑way journey on the Kuranda Scenic Railway.

CLOSED
20 July – 18 August 2026
No Skyrail Rainforest Cableway tours will operate during this period due to a full Skyrail closure.

Skyrail Loop Experience from Kuranda to Baron Falls
19 August – 25 October 2026 (Wednesday to Sundays only – closed Monday and Tuesday)
Travel by coach to Kuranda to enjoy a Skyrail Rainforest Cableway loop experience from Kuranda to Barron Falls Station and return, including time at the Barron Falls lookout. This is followed by free time in Kuranda Village, with your choice of entry to Kuranda Koala Gardens or Birdworld Kuranda, and a one‑way journey on the Kuranda Scenic Railway.

*Rainforest River Tubing
Half Day Tour
Rainforest Tubing Adventure
Small rapids
Air-conditioned coach transfers
Professional & Certified Guides
Fun for everyone
All safety training & equipment
Light snack
Crystal clear water & beautiful scenery
Wildlife sighting – Birds & Butterflies

*Cairns Aquarium General Admission
All day Admission to the Cairns Aquarium – Eco system Talks and Animal Presentations – Marine and Reptile Touch Tanks – Live Diver Feeds

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 10m Deep Reef Tank, 360 degree Oceanarium, 20m 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! Cairns Aquarium where your Great Barrier Reef journey begins.

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 $1299 pp, up to $1100 Bonus Value, valued at up to $1849 pp
Ex Sydney: from $1399 pp, up to $1100 Bonus Value, valued at up to $1949 pp
Ex Melbourne: from $1449 pp, up to $1100 Bonus Value, valued at up to $1999 pp
Ex Adelaide: from $1799 pp, up to $1000 Bonus Value, valued at up to $2299 pp
Ex Perth: from $1899 pp, up to $1000 Bonus Value, valued at up to $2399 pp

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.


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Product Code: MQ-65252

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Nights 5

Adults 2

Children 0

Departure Point Brisbane

Preferred Departure Date NA

Room Type Mountain View Room Two Doubles


From $1,299.00

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