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Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

7 Night Escape to Cairns with Return Airport Transfers, Breakfast Daily, Full Day Outer Reef Cruise, Green Island Discovery Cruise, Guaranteed Late Checkout & More | Handcrafted By My Holiday

  • 3 Swimming Pools
  • Located on the Esplanade
  • Kids Stay Free

BOOK BY 31 MAR 2025

Select Travel Dates NOW to DEC 2025

Product Code: FCE-12417

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

7 Night Escape to Cairns with Return Airport Transfers, Breakfast Daily, Full Day Outer Reef Cruise, Green Island Discovery Cruise, Guaranteed Late Checkout & More | Handcrafted By My Holiday

  • 3 Swimming Pools
  • Located on the Esplanade
  • Kids Stay Free

Package Open All

7 Nights in an Upgraded Mountain View Room 
Spacious rooms with a modern feel averaging from 32sqm, Mountain View Rooms include private balconies featuring stunning views of the rainforest covered mountain ranges surrounding Cairns. Rooms also boast ensuite bathrooms with shower over bath. Bedding consists of two double beds.

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

Return Flights with Checked Luggage*
We do the searching for you to find the best flights so you can simply book and relax. This exclusive deal includes return economy flights to Cairns with 20kg of checked luggage – how good is that?

 

Return Airport Transfers with Exemplar
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
Rise and shine and start each morning with a delicious buffet breakfast, in a warm and relaxed atmosphere.

Kids Stay and Eat Breakfast Free*
Children 12 years and younger stay for FREE when sharing a room with parents, utilising existing bedding, PLUS they’ll eat breakfast for FREE when dining with their parents.

BONUS Great Adventures Outer Barrier Reef Cruise *
Experience the magic of the Great Barrier Reef during this full-day reef cruise. Throughout the day, enjoy vibrant snorkelling opportunities, marine biologist-led reef presentations, fish and coral viewing in a semi-submersible vessel, and fish feeding presentations. Plus, enjoy morning tea, a delectable buffet lunch and afternoon tea onboard.

BONUS Green Island Discovery Cruise*
Green Island is a beautiful 6000-year-old coral cay located in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park – a premier world heritage site and one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Grab your snorkel gear and head to the Lifeguard patrolled beach to explore the marine world off the beach, take a stroll through the unique tropical rainforest, laze on the white coral sand beach or take part in some of the optional activities that Green Island has to offer.

BONUS Cairns Koalas & Creatures*
Get up close to Australia’s favourite animals with admission to Cairns Koalas & Creatures. Conveniently located in the heart of Cairns, Koalas & Creatures invites you to discover the captivating diversity of Australian wildlife and learn about their roles within respective ecosystems.

BONUS Australian Butterfly Sanctuary*
Wander through the Southern Hemisphere’s largest butterfly flight aviary at the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary. Home to hundreds of vibrant butterflies, including the spectacular Cairns Birdwing, enjoy guided aviary and laboratory tours affording expert learnings on these fascinating creatures and their life cycles.

BONUS Rainforestation Nature Park*
Discover a world of adventure at Rainforestation Nature Park. Traverse the ancient rainforest by land and water on an authentic World War 2 Army Duck. Experience Indigenous culture through the Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience, featuring traditional dance performances, didgeridoo presentations and boomerang throwing lessons. Meet native animals like dingoes, tree kangaroos and the Tassie Devils in the Koala & Wildlife Park.

BONUS Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas*
Get up close with Australia’s iconic wildlife at Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas. Dare to swim with saltwater crocodiles (available at an extra cost), hand-feed kangaroos and wallabies, and spot the endangered cassowary. Walk across the world’s first Predator Plank, suspended over crocodile-filled waters, and marvel at the beauty and power of Australia’s most fearsome reptiles.

BONUS Bottle of Wine on Arrival
Toast the start your tropical holiday with something a little special. Enjoy a bottle of wine on arrival, on us.

BONUS Guaranteed Late Checkout of 1pm
Stay a little longer! Enjoy a late check-out of 1pm, and make the most of one last lazy breakfast, take a dip in the pool and pack all of your things, stress-free!

BONUS Privileges Dining Card
Enjoy exclusive and rewarding experiences at a variety of popular restaurants and cafes with a limited-edition, award-winning, Privileges Dining Card, that offers you up to 25% (and more) off the bill, for you and your accompanying guests – increasing your spending power at participating venues.

BONUS My Queensland Experience Pass
Your holiday includes an exclusive collection of My Queensland Experience Passes, offering you discounts across a range of amazing local experiences.

BONUS Complimentary Parking
Rest assured that there will always be a place for your car throughout the duration of your holiday.

Complimentary In-Room Wi-Fi
With complimentary access to Wi-Fi in your room, you can stay connected throughout your stay.


Package Options

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Important Info Open All

Valid for travel Ex Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne: Now – 07 April 2025; 28 April – 09 May 2025; 18 May – 12 June 2025; 16 – 30 June 2025; 12 October – 12 December 2025

  • Add from $150 per person for travel: 08 – 27 April 2025; 13 – 30 December 2025

  • Add from $300 per person for travel: 21 July – 19 September 2025

  • Add from $400 per person for travel: 01 – 20 July 2025; 20 September – 11 October 2025

Valid for travel Ex Adelaide: Now – 07 April 2025; 28 April – 09 May 2025; 18 May – 12 June 2025; 16 – 30 June 2025; 12 October – 12 December 2025

  • Add from $200 per person for travel: 08 – 27 April 2025; 13 – 30 December 2025

  • Add from $300 per person for travel: 21 July – 19 September 2025

  • Add from $500 per person for travel: 01 – 20 July 2025; 20 September – 11 October 2025

Valid for travel Ex Perth: Now – 07 April 2025; 28 April – 09 May 2025; 18 May – 12 June 2025; 16 – 30 June 2025; 12 October – 12 December 2025

  • Add from $400 per person for travel: 08 – 27 April 2025; 21 July – 19 September 2025 ; 13 – 30 December 2025

  • Add from $700 per person for travel: 01 – 20 July 2025; 20 September – 11 October 2025

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

Price based on departing from Brisbane, Sydney

Extra charges apply for:

  • Melbourne ($100pp)
  • Adelaide ($200pp)
  • Perth ($400pp)

Based on Mountain View Room 2 Doublesview room

Upgrade to Ocean View Room 2 Doubles from $150 per personview room

PACKAGE TERMS

*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.

*Kids Stay Free & Eat Breakfast Free
Kids up to and including 12 years of age stay free when using existing bedding.
Kids up to and including 12 years of age eat breakfast free when dining with a paying adult.

*Full Day Outer Barrier Reef Cruise
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.
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.

*Green Island Discovery Cruise
Both use of snorkelling gear and an informative glass bottom boat tour to discover and fully experience this beautiful Great Barrier Reef island for up to seven hours on Green Island. 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 the rates.

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

*Cairns Koalas & Creatures
Take a journey through Australia’s diverse landscapes at Cairns Koalas & Creatures. From the vibrant Great Barrier Reef, rich woodlands to the rugged Outback, learn about the importance of protecting our natural heritage. Come and immerse yourself in the wonders of Australia.

Opens 9am and Closes 5pm (except Christmas Day).

*Australian Butterfly Sanctuary
Explore the Southern Hemisphere’s largest butterfly flight aviary at Australian Butterfly Sanctuary. See the vibrant Cairns Birdwing Butterfly and join a guided aviary and laboratory tour to learn about our butterflies and their life cycles.

Open 9.30am and 3.30pm (except Christmas Day).

*Rainforestation Nature Park
Enjoy an action-packed activities at Rainforestation Nature Park. Explore the rainforest on land and in water on an authentic World War 2 Army Duck. Learn about Indigenous culture with our Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience and enjoy a dance show, spear-throwing presentation, didgeridoo presentation and learn how to throw a boomerang. Meet Australian animals including Ned and Kelly the Dingoes, Jimmy the Tree Kangaroo and our trio of Tassie Devils in the Koala & Wildlife Park.

Open 9am and Closes 4pm (except Christmas Day).

*Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas
Get up close and personal with a range of iconic Australian animals at Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas. Swim with the Salties (at extra cost), if you dare. Hand-feed wallabies and kangaroos, see the endangered cassowary and walk the world’s first Predator Plank over Estuarine Crocodile filled waters.

Open 8am-4pm daily (except Christmas Day).

GENERAL TERMS

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. For cancellation fees please see the general terms & conditions link below.

Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included but is strongly recommended. Ask your Holiday 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

Product Code: FCE-12417

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Nights 7

Adults 2

Children 2

Departure Point Brisbane

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Room Type Mountain View Room 2 Doubles


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