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Cairns: Discover Atherton on a Full-Day Taste of the Tablelands Tour with Lunch, Tastings & Return Transfers

Traverse the rainforest canopy walk at Barron Falls Gorge, indulge in coffee and papaya tastings at Skybury Plantation and interact with rare wallabies at Granite Gorge – this is your guided taste of the tablelands. Savour spirits at Mt. Uncle Distillery, relish gourmet treats at Gallos Dairyland and explore historic landmarks. Capture the beauty of Millaa Millaa Falls and unwind at Crater Lakes National Park. This daylong adventure, starting and ending in Cairns, will tickle your palate as you sample the region’s finest chocolates, cheeses, coffee, fruit, spirits and liqueurs.

Inclusions
  • Valid for one child (4–12) or one adult (13+)
  • Full-day Taste of the Tablelands tour
  • Morning and afternoon tea
  • Light lunch at Gallos Dairyland
  • Coffee, papaya, spirits, liqueur, cheese and chocolate tastings throughout the day
  • Return transfers from Cairns and Northern Beaches hotels
  • Small group tour (maximum 11 guests)
  • Available: Wednesday & Friday: Departs Northern Beaches from 7:30am and Cairns from 8am; returns 6pm (approximately)
  • Bookings valid to 31 December 2024

Sample Tour Highlights

  • Barron Falls Gorge: Wander through Kuranda Village and under the rainforest canopy towards the spectacular Barron Falls Gorge
  • Skybury Plantation: Visit Skybury Plantation to learn about coffee roasting and the papaya plantation. Sample coffee and papaya and enjoy a morning tea of scones and coffee on the outside deck overlooking the savannah
  • Granite Gorge: Interact with rare unadorned rock wallabies, explore the unique granite boulder formations and admire the views at Granite Gorge
  • Mt. Uncle Distillery: Sample some of Far North Queensland’s finest spirits and liquors. Explore the grounds and learn about local ingredients and the process involved in distilling botanical gins, rums, vodkas and liquors
  • Gallos Dairyland: Enjoy a light lunch and taste a range of Gallos’ cheese and chocolates. Discover how cheese and chocolate are made and explore the retail outlet at this fully operational dairy farm and cheese factory
  • Upper Tablelands: Stop by the ancient Curtain Fig Tree and Bromfield Crater. Travel through the historic town of Malanda, Malanda Falls Conservation Park and Queensland’s largest original timber pub. Pass the Narada Tea Farm and Lynches Crater on your way to the famous Millaa Millaa Falls
  • Crater Lakes National Park: Immerse yourself in the tranquil rainforest. Enjoy afternoon tea and embark on a nature walk or swim in this abundant national park

*Itinerary has been provided as an example only and is subject to change without notice

Overview
Duration: From 10 hours
Printed, Mixed, Digital vouchers accepted
Language: Australian English
From US$177 /person
Includes taxes & fees
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Location

Cairns QLD, Australia

Things to know

  • Comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes
  • Hat and sunglasses
  • Swimsuit and towel
  • Water bottle
  • Camera
  • Jacket in the cooler months

Wednesday & Friday

Availability:

  • Available: Wednesday & Friday: Departs Northern Beaches from 7am and Cairns from 8am; returns from 6pm (approximately)
  • Not valid: Saturday – Tuesday & Thursday
  • Bookings valid to 31 December 2024
  • Pick-Up/Drop-Off Point: Return transfers are available from Cairns and Northern Beaches hotels. Please advise of accommodation location at time of booking
  • Please ensure you are at your pick-up location no later than the scheduled departure time. Late arrivals and no-shows voids offer

Important:

  • Bookings essential and subject to availability
  • Tastings are subject to change. Images and descriptions are provided as an example only
  • Dietary requirements can be accommodated with 48 hours’ prior notice. Please advise at the time of booking
  • Set menu restrictions apply to lunch and tastings. Any additional personal expenses or souvenirs must be paid directly to the vendor(s)
  • Please allow up to 11 hours for this experience, including travel time
  • This is a shared tour, meaning you will likely share your ride with other guests

Terms & Conditions:

  • Child rate applies for children aged 4–12. Children aged 3 and under are considered to be infants and are free of charge but are still required to be listed when booking
  • Must be aged 18+ for alcohol consumption and provide a valid ID upon request
  • Children aged 0–17 years must be accompanied by a parent or guardian (18+)
  • Please note, public holiday surcharges are not included and need to be confirmed with Tropic Tours at the time of booking
  • Minimum numbers apply for tour to proceed. If a tour fails to satisfy minimum numbers, the trip may be cancelled or rescheduled
  • Itinerary is subject to change depending on availability, weather and road conditions
  • Tour itineraries, routes and stops may change or be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, including but not limited to weather conditions, road hazards or mechanical issues

Cancellations:

  • Cancellations made more than 30 days before departure date: 20% cancellation fee applies
  • Cancellations made up to and less than 7 days but more than 48 hours before departure date: 50% cancellation fee applies
  • Cancellations within 48 hours of departure date, late arrivals and no-shows: 100% cancellation fee applies

Changes to Booking:

  • 48 hours’ notice is required to change a booking you have made

Please Note:

  • Maximum purchase limit of five per person applies
  • Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
  • Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused portions will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date

Important:

  • The destination you are travelling to may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your visit
  • We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website

Tropic Tours

Tropic Tours is a family-owned and operated company based out of Cairns. Offering intimate encounters with FNQ’s natural wonder, produce, culture and history, owners Simon and Renae Vicic offer exclusive, small-group tours designed to foster personalised, extraordinary experiences.

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