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9-Day Whitsundays, Hamilton Island & Airlie Beach

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Overview

Embark on a magical escape to Hamilton Island and Airlie Beach in the stunning Whitsundays on Queensland's Coast!

Set in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef on the stunning Whitsunday Islands, Hamilton Island is one of the most spectacular and sought-after holiday destinations in Australia. You'll have the perfect base from which to explore the Great Barrier Reef and the world-famous Whitehaven Beach.

For the second half of your trip, you'll be in the gorgeous town of Airlie Beach, the perfect adventure base for exploring the Whitsundays!
Diving
Cruising
Outdoors & Nature
Sightseeing
Beach & Sea

Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to the Whitsundays, Queensland!

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Welcome to the Whitsundays, Queensland!

Upon arrival at the airport, you'll be collected by your driver and transferred to your luxury apartment on Hamilton Island. Set in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef on the stunning Whitsunday Islands, Hamilton Island is one of the most spectacular and sought-after holiday destinations in Australia. Hamilton Island Holiday Apartments make for the perfect base from which to explore the Great Barrier Reef and the world-famous Whitehaven Beach.

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    Accommodation

    Reef View Hotel4 star

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    Transportations

    Plane from Brisbane to Hamilton Island

    Private Driver from Hamilton Island Airport to Reef View Hotel

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    Destinations

    Whitsunday Regional

Day 2

Full-Day Tour to Whitehaven Beach

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Full-Day Tour to Whitehaven Beach

Located in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef, Whitehaven Beach remains one of the most unspoiled in the world; its magnificent turquoise water will make you want to jump in straight away. Today, you'll take a cruise to magnificent Whitehaven Beach, with its pristine white sand and azure blue water, brimming with marine life. You'll spend some time here enjoying the warm ocean and relaxing atmosphere in this world-renowned national park.

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    Accommodation

    Reef View Hotel4 star

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    Activities

    Cruise to Whitehaven Beach by CatamaranOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Whitsunday Regional

    Whitsundays

Day 3

Free Day on Hamilton Island

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Free Day on Hamilton Island

Whilst on Hamilton Island, you'll never find yourself short of activities. From lounging by the pool and enjoying a spa treatment at your resort to getting more active and taking a hike to explore the spectacular views. Whether you want to explore on foot, by catamaran, helicopter or seaplane, there's an option for you. Hamilton Island is also a great place to shop local boutiques and indulge in some world-renowned wines.

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    Accommodation

    Reef View Hotel4 star

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    Activities

    Hamilton IslandOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Whitsunday Regional

    Whitsundays

Day 4

WILD LIFE Hamilton Island

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WILD LIFE Hamilton Island

Today, you'll have the day free to spend as you wish. It is the perfect opportunity to get up close and personal with the abundance of wildlife that calls the Whitsundays and Hamilton Island home. Centrally located on the resort side of the island, WILD LIFE sanctuary is the perfect place to witness Australia's unique wildlife. You can take a guided tour of the sanctuary with a range where you'll be able to spot koalas, kangaroos, birds and also crocodiles.

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    Accommodation

    Reef View Hotel4 star

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    Activities

    WILD LIFE Hamilton IslandOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Whitsunday Regional

    Whitsundays

Day 5

Optional Scenic Flight over Hamilton Island & Dinner at Coca Chu Restaurant

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Optional Scenic Flight over Hamilton Island & Dinner at Coca Chu Restaurant

Offering a range of scenic tours from their page in Palm Valley on Hamilton Island, Hamilton Island Air provides an exciting way to explore the beauty of the Whitsundays, Queensland and is the perfect way to spend your morning or afternoon. You'll glide over the famous reefs including the Heart Reef and the world-famous Great Barrier Reef. In the evening, you'll have the option to head to Coca Chu Restaurant with your food voucher included in your trip.

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    Accommodation

    Reef View Hotel4 star

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    Activities

    Hamilton Island AirOptional Activity

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    Restaurants

    Coca ChuOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Whitsunday Regional

    Whitsundays

Day 6

Travel from Hamilton Island to Airlie Beach

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Travel from Hamilton Island to Airlie Beach

After breakfast, you will meet your driver and head to the port to catch the island ferry transfer to Airlie Beach on the mainland. This is where you'll spend the next part of your Whitsunday Adventure. After checking into your apartment, you'll have the rest of the day free to explore Airlie. Lined with palm-fringed beaches, waterparks and beautiful restaurants, Airlie Beach is a great place to experience the action from scuba diving to skydiving.

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    Accommodation

    Harbour Cove

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    Activities

    Airlie BeachOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Hamilton Island Holiday Apartments & Luxury Accommodation to Hamilton Island Airport

    Ferry from Hamilton Island to Airlie Beach

    Private Driver from Airlie Beach to Harbour Cove

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Whitsunday Regional

    Airlie Beach

    Airlie Beach - Cannonvale

Day 7

Free Day at Airlie Beach

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Free Day at Airlie Beach

The gateway to the Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef, Airlie Beach is ready and waiting to take you on an adventure. Whether that be skydiving, scuba diving, visiting a waterpark, learning to sail or taking a seaplane out over the Whitsundays, it's all here. If you want a little taste of relaxation, you can lounge on the palm-fringed beaches, dine in the beautiful restaurants, shop in the boutique stores or enjoy the laidback cafes!

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    Accommodation

    Harbour Cove

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    Activities

    Airlie Beach

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    Destinations

    Airlie Beach

    Airlie Beach - Cannonvale

Day 8

Optional Thundercat Whitsundays Tour

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Optional Thundercat Whitsundays Tour

Located in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef, Whitehaven Beach remains one of the most unspoiled in the world; its magnificent turquoise water will make you want to jump in straight away. Today, you'll have the option to take a cruise on the custom-built Thundercat to magnificent Whitehaven Beach, with its pristine white sand and azure blue water, brimming with marine life. You'll spend some time here enjoying the warm ocean and relaxing atmosphere in this world-renowned national park.

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    Accommodation

    Harbour Cove

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    Activities

    Thundercat Whitsundays All-Day TourOptional Activity

    Whitehaven BeachOptional Activity

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    Destinations

    Airlie Beach

    Whitsundays

Day 9

Departure from Airlie Beach

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Departure from Airlie Beach

Today, you will take the ferry transfer back to Hamilton Island for your flight home.

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    Transportations

    Ferry from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island

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    Destinations

    Airlie Beach

Included in Price

  • 8 nights accommodation
  • 5 breakfasts
  • Airport transfer
  • Ground transportation

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Licensed English speaking guides
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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