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If you need an energy boost, the Vietnamese iced coffee here is a local favourite.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESettle in, take a sunset stroll along Cairns Esplanade \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/locals-guide-cairns-great-barrier-reef\" title=\"Locals guide Cairns and Great Barrier Reef\" target=\"_self\"\u003Elike the locals do\u003C/a\u003E, then really kick into holiday gear with beers by the water at Hemingway’s. 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If you’re after budget accommodation with a real buzz, you can't beat a \u003Ca title=\"backpacker guide Cairns\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/traveller/solo/backpackers-guide-cairns-and-atherton-tablelands\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ebackpacker hostel\u003C/a\u003E. Check out this \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/best-cairns-hotels\" title=\"Cairns accommodation guide\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECairns accommodation guide\u003C/a\u003E to find the right digs for your crew.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDay 2: See the reef\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_554585295":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2021_TNQ_DreamtimeDiveandSnorkel_DivingSnorkelling_PhillWarring_142236.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2021_TNQ_DreamtimeDiveandSnorkel_DivingSnorkelling_PhillWarring_142236.jpg","alt":"Snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef, Dreamtime Dive and Snorkel | Cairns and Great Barrier Reef group holiday","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef-group-holiday/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_554585295.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1651694341882/2021-tnq-dreamtimediveandsnorkel-divingsnorkelling-phillwarring-142236.jpeg","uuid":"20653c50-b998-42db-b3f0-ee13be702a58","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_2030185335":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EYou can’t venture this far north without experiencing the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef\" title=\"Experience Great Barrier Reef Queensland\" target=\"_self\"\u003EGreat Barrier Reef\u003C/a\u003E, so leave the car parked today and jump on a trip into the Coral Sea. Cairns is the biggest gateway to the world’s biggest natural wonder, so there’s \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/great-barrier-reef-access-cairns\" title=\"See the Great Barrier Reef from Cairns\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eplenty of ways to see it\u003C/a\u003E – including some that are a little more \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/places-to-see/experiences/great-barrier-reef/affordable-ways-to-see-the-great-barrier-reef\" title=\"Affordable Great Barrier Reef tours\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ewallet-friendly\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhether you and your crew want to dive in beneath the surface or see it from above, you can’t go wrong with the eco-guides on board \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25deaaeeeaaf773cf00cd-passions-of-paradise\" title=\"Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef tour\" target=\"_self\"\u003EPassions of Paradise\u003C/a\u003E, the rich cultural experience of \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/things-to-do/tours/p-5dd5d1aad5d3d6f45d2c3ced-dreamtime-dive-and-snorkel\" title=\"Dreamtime Dive and Snorkel Great Barrier Reef tour\" target=\"_self\"\u003EDreamtime Dive and Snorkel\u003C/a\u003E, or \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25e017b935fbe730dcb1d-sunlover-reef-cruises--moore-reef-daily\" title=\"Sunlover Reef Cruises Great Barrier Reef tour\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESunlover Reef Cruises\u003C/a\u003E which offers an action packed day of activities from its Moore Reef pontoon.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBack on dry land, make your way to cheap eats at Cairns Night Market or take your pick from our \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/things-to-do/food-and-drink/restaurants-and-cafes/best-cairns-restaurants-cafes\" title=\"Best restaurants Cairns\" target=\"_self\"\u003Efavourite foodie stops\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOvernight: Keep it simple and book a second night at your chosen Cairns hotel.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDay 3: Cairns to Port Douglas via Palm Cove (70km)\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_1461359900":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/hero-banner/2019_TNQ_NuNu_FoodBeverage_138680.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/hero-banner/2019_TNQ_NuNu_FoodBeverage_138680.jpg","alt":"Nu Nu Restaurant Palm Cove | Cairns and Great Barrier Reef group holiday","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef-group-holiday/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1461359900.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1651694878462/2019-tnq-nunu-foodbeverage-138680.jpeg","uuid":"6c0551a0-9237-4192-8c39-625230284954","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_360372346":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EIt’s time to hit the road, so head north on Captain Cook Highway to begin the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/great-barrier-reef-drive-road-trip\" title=\"Great Barrier Reef drive road trip\" target=\"_self\"\u003EGreat Barrier Reef Drive\u003C/a\u003E - one of the world’s most scenic drives - to discover beaches you’ll have all to yourself, rainforest that’s been thriving for millions of years, and the world’s oldest surviving culture.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/palm-cove\" title=\"Palm Cove destination guide\" target=\"_self\"\u003EPalm Cove\u003C/a\u003E is well worth the pit-stop to wander its trademark palm-lined beaches and dine with your toes in the sand at \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/food-and-drink/p-5ebc8956af1cb9aa794d8269-nu-nu-restaurant\" title=\"Nu Nu restaurant Palm Cove\" target=\"_self\"\u003ENu Nu\u003C/a\u003E – decidedly one of Queensland’s best restaurants. This is a retreat you could easily spend \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/things-to-do-palm-cove\" title=\"Things to do Palm Cove\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ea few days in\u003C/a\u003E, but tonight’s destination is only a little further up the road.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EEn route to \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/port-douglas\" title=\"Port Douglas destination guide\" target=\"_self\"\u003EPort Douglas\u003C/a\u003E, pull over and stretch your legs at Rex Lookout in Wangetti for views across magnificent blue Trinity Bay. It’s a great spot for a group pic, or to watch the paragliders launch on a clear day. For thrills that come a little closer, spend your afternoon at nearby \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25d43aeeeaaf773cef2d1-hartleys-crocodile-adventures\" title=\"Hartleys Crocodile Adventures Port Douglas \" target=\"_self\"\u003EHartley’s Crocodile Adventures\u003C/a\u003E: wander the boardwalks, take a river cruise and count how many crocs and other tropical wildlife you can see.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOvernight: Check into \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b25d6b2cbcbe7073ad6b59-port-douglas-peninsula-boutique-hotel\" title=\"Port Douglas Peninsula Boutique Hotel\" target=\"_self\"\u003EPort Douglas Peninsula Boutique Hotel\u003C/a\u003E, go for self-contained apartment style accommodation at \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b25d3f2cbcbe7073ad67cf-reflections-of-port-douglas\" title=\"Reflections Port Douglas accommodation\" target=\"_self\"\u003EReflections\u003C/a\u003E, or check out this \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/port-douglas-accommodation-guide\" title=\"Port Douglas accommodation guide.\" target=\"_self\"\u003EPort Douglas accommodation guide\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDay 4: Port Douglas\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_1121804318":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/web-images/2020_TNQ_GreatBarrierReef_Sailaway.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/web-images/2020_TNQ_GreatBarrierReef_Sailaway.jpg","alt":"Sailaway Reef & Island Tours | Cairns and Great Barrier Reef group holiday","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef-group-holiday/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1121804318.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1651692157321/2020-tnq-greatbarrierreef-sailaway.jpeg","uuid":"97606bed-4114-4455-98cf-ed957b329945","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_455637010":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EThere’s a sense of peace to mornings in Port Douglas. Soak it up with a walk from Trinity Bay Lookout along the beach to Flagstaff Hill Lighthouse, or settle in to your own slice of serenity on Four Mile Beach.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you’re seeking a little therapy – retail or wellness – this is the place to indulge, with \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/things-to-do/arts-and-culture/shopping/port-douglas-shopping-guide\" title=\"Port Douglas shopping guide\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eboutiques and markets\u003C/a\u003E and world-class spa treatments found all over town. But if nature is your cure, you can’t beat a side-trip to \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-57342d0894cdc27568dd9149-thala-beach-nature-reserve\" title=\"Thala Beach Nature Reserve\" target=\"_self\"\u003EThala Beach Nature Reserve\u003C/a\u003E. A private 145-acre reserve thrives where an unsustainable sugarcane plantation once stood, now home to 120 butterfly species and nearly 200 bird species. You can even dine amongst the treetops at \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/things-to-do/food-and-drink/p-56b262bb2cbcbe7073add222-ospreys-restaurant-thala-beach-nature-reserve-port-douglas\" title=\"Ospreys Restaurant Thala Beach Nature Reserve Port Douglas\" target=\"_self\"\u003EOsprey’s Restaurant\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThis afternoon, raise a glass and set sail on a sunset cruise on board \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/things-to-do/tours/p-56b25e8e2880253d74c46327-sailaway-port-douglas\" title=\"Sailaway cruises Port Douglas\" target=\"_self\"\u003ESailaway’s\u003C/a\u003E luxury catamaran. The scrumptious canapes will be just the right appetiser before following your tastebuds to \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/things-to-do/food-and-drink/restaurants-and-cafes/where-to-eat-port-douglas\" title=\"Best restaurants port douglas\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ethe great restaurants\u003C/a\u003E along Port Douglas’s waterfront and Macrossan Street strip. There’s plenty to \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/what-to-do-in-port-douglas-at-night\" title=\"Things to do at night Port Douglas\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ekeep the night going\u003C/a\u003E here, too.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOvernight: Kick back for a second night at your chosen accommodation.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDay 5: Port Douglas to Cape Tribulation via Mossman Gorge (90km)\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_1448376999":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/hero-banner/2021_TNQ_MossmanGorgeCentre_DreamtimeWalk_Indigenous_KatiePurling_143992.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/hero-banner/2021_TNQ_MossmanGorgeCentre_DreamtimeWalk_Indigenous_KatiePurling_143992.jpg","alt":"Guided Tour and Dreamtime Walk Mossman Gorge Centre | Cairns and Great Barrier Reef group holiday","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef-group-holiday/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1448376999.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1698988484586/2021-tnq-mossmangorgecentre-dreamtimewalk-indigenous-katiepurling-143992.jpeg","uuid":"26393f9d-014f-4b04-99fb-008cb546faf1","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_456502649":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EEscape the seaside for a sacred rainforest that’ll feel as if you’re stepping through a history museum. Welcome to \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25fe0aeeeaaf773cf2833-mossman-gorge-daintree-national-park\" title=\"Mossman Gorge Daintree National Park\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMossman Gorge\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHere, crystal clear streams cascade over giant granite boulders within the Wet Tropics – one of the world’s oldest tropical rainforests, surviving some 130 million years. The best way to see it? Through the eyes of the people who know it best: the traditional owners, the Kuku Yalanji. \u003Ca title=\"how to do Mossman Gorge\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/how-to-do-mossman-gorge\" target=\"_self\"\u003EDreamtime Walks\u003C/a\u003E depart from Mossman Gorge Cultural Centre, and will impart a true sense of this sacred forest as you wander and learn local culture. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAlternatively, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/things-to-do/tours/p-56b261bf7b935fbe730e173a-walkabout-cultural-adventures\" title=\"Walkabout Cultural Tours Mossman Gorge\" target=\"_self\"\u003EWalkabout Cultural Tours\u003C/a\u003E offers full and half day tours with guided rainforest walks where you'll learn about bush tucker and bush medicine, before testing your skills in traditional hunting and gathering on the mudflats of Cooya Beach. Who in your crew will catch the biggest mud crab?\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you have any spare time left in the day, Mossman’s \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b261432880253d74c49c63-janbal-gallery\" title=\"Janbal Gallery Mossman Aboriginal art gallery\" target=\"_self\"\u003EJanbal Gallery\u003C/a\u003E celebrates Aboriginal art and culture: you can even take a hands-on painting workshop.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EBoarding the vehicle ferry to cross the Daintree River feels like you’re heading deeper into the wild outdoors. Keep an eye out for crocs as you cross: \u003Ca title=\"Daintree and Cape Tribulation guide\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/cape-tribulation-and-the-daintree\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECape Tribulation\u003C/a\u003E is waiting for you on the other side.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOvernight: Settle into Wildwood’s boutique cabins on this exotic fruit farm in the heart of Cape Tribulation. Set on 15 acres of private World Heritage rainforest, it's the perfect spot to explore or kick back and relax, catering up to 12 guests.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHere's \u003Ca title=\"daintree accommodation guide\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/your-essential-daintree-rainforest-accommodation-guide\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eother Daintree accommodation\u003C/a\u003E to consider.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDay 6: Cape Tribulation\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_1897797543":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2020_TNQ_CapeTribulationHorseRides_Beaches_JackHarlem_142358.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2020_TNQ_CapeTribulationHorseRides_Beaches_JackHarlem_142358.jpg","alt":"Cape Tribulation Horse Rides | Cairns and Great Barrier Reef group holiday","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef-group-holiday/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1897797543.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1610422716869/2020-tnq-capetribulationhorserides-beaches-jackharlem-142358.jpeg","uuid":"efbe8988-2bb7-4f9b-9776-405ea893abc5","lazyEnabled":false,":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1788482342":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003ESecluded and saturated with natural beauty, adventure lurks on every corner in Cape Tribulation. Kick off your day with \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/things-to-do/tours/p-56b260f8d5f1565045da4597-ocean-safari\" title=\"Ocean Safari great barrier reef tours Cape Tribulation\" target=\"_self\"\u003EOcean Safari\u003C/a\u003E’s half day eco tour. Perfect for small groups (tours take a maximum of 25 guests) this is your chance to explore a new pocket of the reef by snorkelling the virtually unknown Mackay and Undine reefs. Swim with turtles and eagle rays amongst coral gardens, then pull up at your own private sand cay.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Daintree is \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/daintree-rainforest-and-cape-tribulation-guide\" title=\"Guide Daintree and Cape Tribulation\" target=\"_self\"\u003Eyours to explore\u003C/a\u003E this afternoon: so take a ride through the rainforest to Myall Beach with \u003Ca title=\"Cape Trib Horse Rides\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-56b261c4aeeeaaf773cf4f8e-cape-trib-horse-rides\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECape Trib Horse Rides,\u003C/a\u003E or seek out solitude at Emmagen Creek for a wild swimming experience. Be sure to pull over for scenic stops and farm stands on your drive, and you can’t go wrong with a pitstop at Daintree Ice Cream Company, either. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf you have a little extra time up your sleeve, stay a while longer to discover \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/itineraries/how-to-do-the-daintree-in-4-days\" title=\"Daintree four day itinerary Queensland\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ea few more incredible things to do\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOvernight: Your chosen Daintree/Cape Tribulation accommodation. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDay 7: Cape Tribulation to Atherton Tablelands (220km)\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_826897882":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/web-images/2021_TNQ_MillaaMillaa_DLT_JesseSmith.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/web-images/2021_TNQ_MillaaMillaa_DLT_JesseSmith.jpg","alt":"Millaa Milla Falls | Cairns and Great Barrier Reef group holiday","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef-group-holiday/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_826897882.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1651692285233/2021-tnq-millaamillaa-dlt-jessesmith.jpeg","uuid":"6b6a2da6-718b-4753-8d94-93c5feaadb72","lazyEnabled":false,"title":" ",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_938119227":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EIn the verdant rolling hills outside of Cairns lies a feast for your eyes and stomachs: so hit the road early to allow plenty of time to explore the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/atherton-tablelands\" title=\"Atherton Tablelands guide Cairns\" target=\"_self\"\u003EAtherton Tablelands\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhat awaits? Australia’s oldest coffee plantation, a teahouse set on volcanic lakes that serve up seriously drool-worthy scones, the Yungaburra Markets (Saturdays 7:30am-12:30pm), and a chance for your group to say cheers at a local distillery. Plan your day with \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/things-to-do/food-and-drink/restaurants-and-cafes/atherton-tablelands-food-itineraryAt\" title=\"Atherton Tablelands food itinerary\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ethis food itinerary\u003C/a\u003E – and leave time to check out some of the landmarks that make this region a must-visit too, including the Curtain Fig, and the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/waterfalls/top-waterfalls-in-tropical-north-queensland\" title=\"Best waterfalls tropical north queensland\" target=\"_self\"\u003Emany waterfalls\u003C/a\u003E dotted through the World Heritage Wet Tropics rainforest, perfect for a dip.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOvernight: Set amongst 200 acres of rainforest in the cool Cairns Highlands, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b25e287b935fbe730dcf78-rose-gums-wilderness-retreat\" title=\"Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat Atherton Tablelands accommodation\" target=\"_self\"\u003ERose Gums Wilderness Retreat\u003C/a\u003E has two and three bedroom villa treehouses that cater up to six guests. You’ll also find several affordable accommodation options in Atherton. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDay 8: Atherton Tablelands to Mission Beach (150km)\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image_1739889064":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2021_TNQ_ParonellaPark_MenaCreek_JamesVodicka.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/blog-images/2021_TNQ_ParonellaPark_MenaCreek_JamesVodicka.jpg","alt":"Paronella Park | Cairns and Great Barrier Reef group holiday","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef-group-holiday/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image_1739889064.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1651692336683/2021-tnq-paronellapark-menacreek-jamesvodicka.jpeg","uuid":"b069a33d-5868-4876-8d3b-e52b41376065","lazyEnabled":false,"title":" ",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_2041573043":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EWith less miles to clock today, take your time this morning to explore anything you missed yesterday: Millaa Millaa Falls and Zillie Falls are local favourites you’ll drive past as you head south, and a swim here makes the most refreshing wake up call to another day spent connecting with nature.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAll passengers should keep their eyes peeled on the drive: this is one of the best spots to see \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/places-to-see/experiences/nature-and-wildlife/best-places-to-spot-cassowary-in-wild\" title=\"Where to see cassowaries in the wild Queensland\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ecassowaries in the wild\u003C/a\u003E. Take the detour to Etty Bay and hopefully you’ll spot more than just a spectacular beach. \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/things-to-do/attractions/p-5de70b06e5c0cd6440f03497-mena-creek-falls\" title=\"Mena Creek Falls Queensland\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMena Creek Falls\u003C/a\u003E is also worth spending time at on the drive too, and you can get a great view of them from the ruins at \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/plan-your-holiday/itineraries/how-to-do-paronella-park-in-a-day\" title=\"How to see Paronella Park in a day Queensland\" target=\"_self\"\u003EParonella Park\u003C/a\u003E, where you can throw out the rug for a picnic lunch. \u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EYour next stop? \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/places-to-see/destinations/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef/mission-beach\" title=\"Mission Beach destination guide\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMission Beach\u003C/a\u003E. This place defines hidden gem, and whether you’re wandering the beach or café-hopping through its artsy village, you’ll feel like you’ve been let in on one of Queensland’s best kept secrets. Settle in, and settle down: there’s no need to rush here.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOvernight: Treat yourselves to a beachfront escape at \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b25d622880253d74c44b85-castaways-resort-and-spa-mission-beach\" title=\"Castaways Resort and Spa Mission Beach accommodation\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECastaways Resort and Spa\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDay 9-10: Mission Beach and surrounds\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"image":{"componentName":"teq/components/image","src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/web-images/2021_TNQ_RagingThunderAdventures_WhiteWaterRafting_147025.jpg","fileReference":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/images/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/web-images/2021_TNQ_RagingThunderAdventures_WhiteWaterRafting_147025.jpg","alt":"White water rafting with Raging Thunder Adventures Tully Gorge | Cairns and Great Barrier Reef group holiday","srcUriTemplate":"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/plan-your-holiday/road-trips/cairns-and-great-barrier-reef-group-holiday/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/image.coreimg{.width}.jpeg/1651692426126/2021-tnq-ragingthunderadventures-whitewaterrafting-147025.jpeg","uuid":"792ad82a-ae30-4b49-b77d-4fa77eff9d4b","lazyEnabled":false,"title":" ",":type":"teq/components/image"},"editorial_descriptio_1731224448":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EA true jewel of the tropics, you might never want to leave Mission Beach. And for \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/plan-your-holiday/itineraries/72-hours-in-mission-beach\" title=\"Mission Beach three day itinerary\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ethe next few days\u003C/a\u003E, you don’t have to. It’s a nature lover’s playground, with miles of palm-fringed beaches and hiking trails to wander, organic cafes to feast through and national parks to explore.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWant to venture further afield? Why not mountain bike through \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25fe17b935fbe730df460-djiru-national-park\" title=\"Djiru National Park Queensland\" target=\"_self\"\u003EDjiru National Park\u003C/a\u003E, hike or \u003Ca title=\"Raging Thunder Adventures whiite water rafting Cairns\" href=\"https://www.queensland.com/au/en/things-to-do/tours/p-6046e80c5e11cab0478a68a5-raging-thunder-adventures\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ewhitewater raft\u003C/a\u003E in dense \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/things-to-do/attractions/p-56b25fbb2880253d74c47cd0-tully-falls-and-tully-gorge\" title=\"Tully Gorge National Park Queensland\" target=\"_self\"\u003ETully Gorge National Park\u003C/a\u003E, or take \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/plan-your-holiday/transport/p-56b26650aeeeaaf773cf8e15-mission-beach-dunk-island-water-taxi\" title=\"Mission Beach Dunk Island Water Taxi\" target=\"_self\"\u003Ethe water taxi\u003C/a\u003E to seek bliss on Dunk Island. You could even head back out to the reef with \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/things-to-do/tours/p-56b26574d5f1565045da8962-mission-beach-dive\" title=\"Mission Beach Dive Great Barrier Reef tour\" target=\"_self\"\u003EMission Beach Dive\u003C/a\u003E: some of the most pristine pockets lie just off these beaches.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe slower pace you'll find here makes it the perfect place to kick back, recap and reminisce on the adventure: stories that you’ll retell over drinks for years to come.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOvernight: \u003Ca href=\"https://www.queensland.com/plan-your-holiday/accommodation/p-56b25d622880253d74c44b85-castaways-resort-and-spa-mission-beach\" title=\"Castaways Resort and Spa Mission Beach accommodation\" target=\"_self\"\u003ECastaways Resort and Spa\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n","readMoreHeight":0,"richText":true,":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-description"},"spacer":{"spacerType":"whitespace","paddingSize":"medium",":type":"teq/components/spacer"},"editorial_card_carou":{"maxNumber":10,"region":"","town":"","title":"You may also like","componentID":"editorial-card-carousel_2055415180","areaName":[],"notch":false,"stamp":{"src":"/content/dam/teq/consumer/global/logos/BOQE-2026-Stamp_Teal.png","alt":null,"link":null,"quality":0.0},"goodToGo":{"src":"","alt":"","link":null,"quality":0.0},"publicClassificationPathKey":"road-trips",":type":"teq/components/editorial/editorial-card-carousel","button":{"label":null,"target":null}},"spacer_94795308":{"spacerType":"whitespace","paddingSize":"medium",":type":"teq/components/spacer"}},":itemsOrder":["editorial_hero_banne","editorialauthor","editorial_descriptio","editorial_itinerary_","text_1807190447","image_1610992622","editorial_descriptio_901435381","image_554585295","editorial_descriptio_2030185335","image_1461359900","editorial_descriptio_360372346","image_1121804318","editorial_descriptio_455637010","image_1448376999","editorial_descriptio_456502649","image_1897797543","editorial_descriptio_1788482342","image_826897882","editorial_descriptio_938119227","image_1739889064","editorial_descriptio_2041573043","image","editorial_descriptio_1731224448","spacer","editorial_card_carou","spacer_94795308"],":type":"wcm/foundation/components/responsivegrid"},"chat":{"title":"Bunji","welcomeMessage":"Hello 👋 I'm Bunji, your mate from Queensland. 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