Itinerary
Day 1: Depart Brisbane, Townsville, Magnetic Island
Discover the ease and luxury of private jet travel as you board your private aircraft at Brisbane Airport. Relax and enjoy stunning views of the Australian mainland as your aircraft carries you north to Townsville. Take a ferry to Magnetic Island then check in to your resort hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, perhaps relaxing on one of Magnetic Island’s picturesque palm-fringed beaches or lying by the sparkling swimming pool. This evening, enjoy a special welcome dinner and drink.
Day 2: Magnetic Island
Spend the day exploring the unique beauty of Magnetic Island. Sit back, relax, and be treated to a fascinating guided tour of the island affectionately known by the locals as ‘Maggie.’ As well as breathtaking views of the coastline and turquoise waters, the island is home to a diverse range of ecosystems, including rainforests, mangroves, and coral reefs. This brings with it an abundance of wildlife, keep your eye out for koalas, wallabies, and a vast variety of bird species. The relaxed, laid-back atmosphere of this island with its natural beauty is what makes Magnetic Island such a popular destination.
Day 3: Magnetic Island, Cairns
Ferry back to Townsville this morning then board your private jet for a wonderfully scenic flight along the coast to Cairns. Enjoy the remainder of the day exploring this fascinating tropical hub at leisure. Perhaps visit the beautiful Cairns Botanic Gardens and its stunning Flecker Garden, which houses plants from the steamy jungles of South America, Southeast Asia and Africa as well as Far North Queensland, or take a relaxing stroll along the pleasant Esplanade waterfront area where you'll find shops and restaurants.
Day 4: Cairns, Port Douglas
After your Freedom of Choice activity, return to Cairns then make the journey to Port Douglas to enjoy an evening at leisure.
Day 5: Port Douglas
Both Mossman Gorge and the Daintree Rainforest are iconic natural beauties. The rainforest is the oldest continually surviving tropical rainforest in the world, and its stunning flora and fauna are a remarkable sight. Mossman Gorge, located within the rainforest, features clear waterfalls and pools surrounded by lush greenery. Spend the afternoon on a guided tour of these landmarks, which includes a Daintree River cruise, a Mossman Gorge guided walk and swim, with drinks and snacks included. Your local guide will share with you the secrets of these ancient wonders and their fascinating history. Enjoy a sumptuous seafood dinner at the resort tonight.
Day 6: Port Douglas, Mount Isa
This morning board your private jet for a wonderfully scenic flight to the central Queensland town of Mount Isa, seeing the enormity of this mineral-rich landscape by air. Later, enjoy a Signature Experience underground on the Hard Times Mine Tour.
Day 7: Mount Isa, Winton, Longreach
This morning you’ll board your private jet for the flight to the town of Winton. Here you’ll embark on a guided tour at the Australian Age of Dinosaurs museum, a multi-award-winning eco-centre where you’ll learn about the prehistoric creatures that once roamed this land. Visit the Waltzing Matilda Centre, a unique complex that celebrates Australia’s most famous bush ballad before reboarding the aircraft for a short hop over to Longreach, the birthplace of the Australian aviation industry.
After your Signature Experience, feel the powerful spirit of the Outback during Luminescent Longreach, a sound and light show held at the Qantas Founders Museum.
Day 8: Longreach
Begin your day with a Signature Experience at the historic Camden Park cattle station. Afterwards, learn more about the history and heritage of the outback during a visit to the world-famous Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame, followed by lunch at a local cafe. Following lunch, enjoy a scenic cruise along the Thomson River and an exploration of the vast, nature-rich floodplains that surround the town. As the sun goes down, enjoy drinks and nibbles at Sunset Bend, on the river, then return to town and enjoy a special outback-themed farewell dinner and entertainment.
Day 9: Longreach, Birdsville, Depart Brisbane
Board your private jet this morning to fly further inland to Birdsville, the iconic outback town situated on the eastern edge of the Simpson Desert. Savour morning tea at Birdsville Bakery before embarking on a guided tour of the town. Next, enjoy a Signature Experience with a a delicious pub meal at the famous Birdsville Hotel, a quintessential outback pub. Explore the walls of the iconic front bar where mementos, photos, and unique memorabilia highlighting the events, characters and incidents adorn the walls and provide an insight into the quirkier aspects of Australian outback culture. Later this afternoon, board your flight back to Brisbane where your tour will end.
