Cairns Sightseeing Day Tours
Explore top attractions and tourist destinations at Cairns with sightseeing day tours!
Cairns is a fascinating city located in north Queensland, blessed with rich history and evergreen terrains. It’s only natural to be blindsided by the fact that it is the Gateway city to the Great Barrier Reef that runs along its coast; but to be fair, inland Cairns boasts scenery that’s just as impressive! The best way to explore the city and discover its attractions is through sightseeing day tours from Cairns. Be it a half-day or a full-day trip, these experiential sightseeing tours give you a glimpse into the rich history of the city, its prominent landmarks and its evergreen landscapes.
Kuranda is Cairns’ most popular day tour destination – a mountain village known for its free-spirited flair, that adds a burst of colour to the World Heritage-listed rainforest. And the amazing modes of transportation to get you there include a scenic rail ride and a Skyrail gondola ride!
Barron Gorge National Park is replete with rugged mountains, steep ravines, cascading waterfalls, rainforests with rich wildlife. Nature’s got you covered here with waterfall trails, rainforest walks, freshwater pools in volcanic craters and gigantic 500-year-old strangler fig trees!
An hour or so west of Cairns lies the Atherton Tablelands, a fascinating combination of rolling hills, tropical rainforests, timeless villages and farm land. Hot-air ballooning over the Tablelands is a very popular activity and a unique way to see the city.
The city too is home to plenty of attractions that are perfect for sightseeing. St. Monica’s Cathedral with its stained-glass windows is a prime attraction, not to mention the Botanic Garden and its guided walk. Another attraction, the Tjapukai Cultural Park, reveals the the cultural origin of Australia dating back to 40,000 years. Here you can participate in traditional Aboriginal dances and fire-making and probably learn how to throw spear and play a didgeridoo!
Don’t miss out on these enriching sightseeing day tours that Cairns has to offer!
Barefoot Tours All Inclusive Atherton Tablelands Day Tour
All-inclusive Atherton Tablelands day tour from Cairns! Off-the-beaten track, small group tour. Swim, lunch & tea.
- Visit spectacular swim spots, waterfalls & natural slides
- Picnic lunch with fresh bread, salads, meat & fruit platter
- Beautiful lookouts & awesome photo opportunities
- Taste authentic coffee & tea along with cakes & muffins
Brett’s Outback Tasting Adventures From Cairns
All-inclusive food & wine tasting tour to Atherton Tablelands from Cairns! Sample wines, cheeses, chocolates & coffee.
- Boutique food & wine tour; gourmet cheeses & wines
- Visit a dairy, winery, distillery and coffee plantation
- Farm-style breakfast with home-made treats & fresh fruit
- Freshly-brewed coffee with scones, cream & jam
Brett’s Outback Tasting Adventures From Port Douglas
Boutique all-inclusive tour (max 12 people) that features some of the best wines, spirits, cheese, chocolates & coffee!
- Gourmet cheeses and wines, handcrafted chocolates
- Visit a dairy, winery, distillery and a coffee plantation
- Exclusive delicious breakfast at Tjapukai Aboriginal park
- Spot platypuses while enjoying a glass of wine/beer
Brett's Kuranda Small Group Half Day Tour - Late Start
Premium small-group (max 13 guests) Kuranda tour! Rainforest views on Cableway & Scenic Train! Sunset at Palm Cove beach!
- Small-group tour to Kuranda & Palm Cove (max 13 guests)
- Rainforest views on Skyrail Cableway & Scenic Train
- Authentic village experience at Kuranda with expert guide
- Discover Palm Cove galleries & cafes; sunset views
Brett's Kuranda Small Group Half Day Tour- Early Start
Exclusive small-group (max 13 guests) Kuranda tour with Cableway & Scenic Train rides! World Heritage rainforest views!
- Kuranda & Palm Cove small group tour (max 13 guests)
- Cableway & Scenic Train rides; rainforest views
- Authentic village experience at Kuranda with expert guide
- Discover galleries & cafés of Palm Cove like a local
Cairns Hot Air Balloon Extended Guided Flight Tour
Combo of 2 balloon rides in 1 tour! Spectacular views of Atherton Tablelands, guide, games & flight certificate!
- Combo of 2 separate 30-min hot-air balloon flights
- Photo-ops with stunning views of Atherton Tablelands
- Learn about the art of ballooning with expert commentary
- Fun activities, commemorative certificate & transfers
Cairns Hot Air Balloon Guided Ride - Return Transfers
Spectacular views of Atherton Tablelands on a 30-min hot-air balloon ride! Guided tour, games & flight certificate!
- 30-min scenic Atherton Tablelands balloon ride
- Commentary & Cross Country Hot Air Balloon Chase
- Roving views of the spectacular balloon launch site
- Complimentary flight certificate & pack up games
Down Under Kuranda, Self Drive, Scenic Rail & Skyrail Tour
Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail combo tour! Scenic lookouts, boardwalk & village discovery on this full day tour!
- Two award winning rides- Scenic Train & Cableway
- 2.5 hours in Kuranda; explore arts, culture & wildlife
- Red Peak & Barron Falls stations; visit Interpretation Centre
- Discounts at select Kuranda attractions with your pass
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