Silversea Luxury Cruises À CAIRNS

Explore the Aboriginal culture amidst the pristine natural beauty of Daintree National Park during this memorable, full-day sightseeing excursion.

Port Douglas, Cooya Beach, Coastal Walking Tour, Mangroves

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 1.5-hour drive north of Port Douglas en route to Cooya Beach. Upon arrival, you are greeted by the Kubirri Warra brothers and escorted on an approximately two-hour walking tour across the golden sands of one Queensland's most striking tropical coastlines. Along the way, the brothers show you how to hunt and gather along the mangroves, and experience the magic of rich cultural traditions. In addition, learn about the local 'bush tucker' (food) and tribal medicines, and sample traditional homemade damper bread.

Mossman Gorge, Smoking Ceremony, Lunch, Art Gallery

Next, re-board your coach and head to Mossman Gorge. Upon arrival, you are greeted with a traditional smoking ceremony, which is conducted by the Aboriginal people to welcome you to their land. This ceremony of spiritual cleansing serves to ward off evil spirits, and to ensure that you are accepted and honoured whilst on the traditional land of the Kuku Yalanji people. In this beautiful, ancient rainforest, immerse yourself into this lovely corner of North Queensland with the people who have been its custodians for thousands of years. Following the smoking ceremony, proceed for a local lunch amidst the beauty of the Mossman Gorge at the edge of the rainforest. After lunch, some free time is made available to explore the gallery, which is filled with artwork from prominent and emerging local artists of the area.

Rainforest Walk, Waterfalls, Mountain Ranges

Your tour continues with a guided stroll through the lush rainforest of Daintree National Park, an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your easy walk crosses the boardwalks, tracks and bridges that protect the delicate ecosystem existing within the spectacular waterfalls and mountain ranges. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 1.5-hour drive back to the pier.

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of walking for approximately 4.3 miles-five miles (about seven kilometres-eight kilometres), at times over uneven, sandy, muddy, slippery, and natural surfaces and inclines, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and five-ten steps at the sites visited. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection, a towel, swimsuit, and change of clothing from the ship. The distance between the pier and Daintree National Park is approximately 1.5 hours in each direction. This tour does not operate on holidays. The tour sequence may vary. Space on this tour is very limited; we suggest you book in advance to avoid disappointment.

Experience one of the great natural wonders of the world and an UNESCO World Heritage Site all-in-one during this panoramic, full-day catamaran excursion to the Great Barrier Reef.

A short walk from the dockside will take you to your luxury fast catamaran and awaiting crew. This journey is unique, as the vessel will anchor at a mooring on the outer reef for your enjoyment alone.

Catamaran-Ride, Great Barrier Reef

Depart the pier aboard a luxury catamaran for the scenic, approximately 90 minutes ride to the Great Barrier Reef, one of the great natural wonders of the world and an UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Great Barrier Reef is the world's largest coral reef, and home to an abundance of fish and marine life species. It is comprised of over 3,000 individual reef systems and coral cays, as well as hundreds of picturesque tropical islands.

The complete reef experience offers almost 5 hours at a private patch of reef. This journey is unique, as the vessel will anchor at a mooring on the outer reef for your enjoyment alone. Sites have been selected for their superior water clarity, coral quality and overall diversity of marine life. You will have the opportunity to swim and snorkel in this pristine area of the outer reef.

Swimming, Snorkelling, Coral Reefs, Colourful Fish, Marine Life, Buffet Lunch

Upon arrival at the Great Barrier Reef, approximately five hours are made available to enjoy your surrounds. Optional scuba-diving and private snorkelling tours are also available. Refreshments and a licensed bar are available on the air-conditioned vessel. Morning and afternoon tea plus an extensive tropical buffet lunch are also included in the day. The Coral and Marine Life is located just meters away from the platform, making it suitable for all age groups and swimming abilities from the novice snorkeler to the most discerning diver.

On return to Cairns, it's a short walk back to your ship.

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of boating and a moderate amount of walking for approximately 800 meters (2624 feet) with a few steps to negotiate to embark/disembark the boat (the vessel is at a floating pontoon; depending upon tidal conditions, the gangway can be steep), five steps to manoeuvre in/out of the boat, and 12 steps between the upper and lower decks. This tour is recommended for guests who are in good physical condition, and can swim in water too deep too stand. This tour is not suitable for guest with neck and/or back problems, guests with heart and/or respiratory conditions, guests prone to seasickness, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear a swimsuit under a cover-up with beach or water shoes, and bring sun protection and a towel from the ship. Masks, snorkels and fins are provided; however, guests may wish to bring their own equipment. Scuba diving costs are $139.00 for an introductory dive, and $99.00 for certified dives (prices are subject to change). Payment by AUD$ in cash, and/or Visa or Mastercard. Please bring local currency for any additional purchases. There are changing facilities on board the boat. Waterproof cameras are highly recommended. The sailing distance between the pier and Great Barrier Reef is approximately 90 minutes in each direction and may involve some rolling and pitching with natural sea conditions. Although frequently encountered on this type of tour, fish and marine life sightings are not guaranteed. A signed waiver is required to participate on this tour. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions. A minimum number of participants is required for this excursion to operate. It is recommended that guests should not consume alcoholic beverages prior to any water activities.

Journey to the tablelands of Cairns for a self-guided, half-day excursion to the exquisite rainforest village of Kuranda.

Tablelands, Rainforest, Kuranda

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 40-minute drive though the lush, tropical greenery and tablelands of Cairns en route to idyllic Kuranda. Known as the 'Village in the Rainforest', Kuranda has been attracting visitors and inspiring artists for well over a century. Over time, artists who were attracted to the region's scenic splendour have ended up calling it home, thereby creating a vibrant arts-and-crafts culture.

Free Time, Sightseeing, Local Market, Shopping, Cafés and Pubs

During your self-guided walking tour of Kuranda, you can marvel at the stunning natural beauty of your surrounds, browse the local market for souvenirs, gifts, and arts and crafts, and/or simple kick back and relax with a leisurely meal and drink at your own expense at one of the Kuranda's many cafés or pubs. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 40-minute drive back to the pier.

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking, at times over uneven surfaces and inclines, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and 15-20 steps at the sites visited. Walking in Kuranda is at the discretion of each guest. This tour is suitable for guests with limited mobility, but is not wheelchair-accessible. Lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes and sun protection are recommended. The tour sequence may vary. Space on this tour is very limited; we suggest you book in advance to avoid disappointment.

Board your air-conditioned coach on the pier for the drive to the Freshwater Railway Station. Upon boarding the Kuranda Scenic Railway in Heritage Class, the journey through the rainforest begins, and gets steeper as the train pulls the cars up an incline finally reaching 1,100 feet (335 metres) above sea level. You will pass waterfalls and colourful vegetation, cross 40 bridges and move through 15 tunnels before reaching the Kuranda Railway Station for over 2 hours free time to explore the village.

Kuranda Village

A delightful village nestled in the heart of the rainforest. Established as a railway station in the mid 1800's when logging and mining were large industries on the Atherton Tablelands, Kuranda became known as a place to stock up on goods and also where one could enjoy some culture and sophistication at one of the local hotels. Today, this colourful township is a haven for markets, cafés and restaurants. After a brief overview of the town, you will have some free time to further explore on your own. No doubt you will want to take the opportunity to browse the shops for local artwork, crafts, opals or aboriginal souvenirs while you are here.

Skyrail

You will return to Cairns on the breath-taking Skyrail. Spanning approximately 4.5 miles (7.2 km) over pristine rainforest, Skyrail allows you to explore the wonders of this ancient tropical rainforest and learn about one of the most botanically fascinating and diverse areas on earth. Gliding just a few feet above the rainforest canopy, the Skyrail journey immerses you in an intimate rainforest experience where you will see, smell and become part of the tropical rainforest environment. Your Skyrail adventure includes time at two mid-stations where you can learn more about this mesmerising environment from the forest floor. The easy access walkways at Barron Falls station take you on three separate lookouts where you will be treated to stunning views of Barron Gorge and Barron Falls.

Rejoin your coach and be transferred to your ship.

Please note: A moderate amount of walking is required and unpaved, uneven ground may be encountered. This tour is not suitable for guests who utilise a wheelchair. The Kuranda Scenic Railway is rustic and is not equipped with air-conditioning. The itinerary may be reversed due to the train schedule. Lunch will be at your own expense. Order of sites visited may vary for operational reasons. Please note that temperatures at this time of the year can get very high and rain showers should also be anticipated.

Discover the splendid beauty and history of Cairns during this picturesque, half-day sightseeing excursion.

Botanical Gardens, Palm Cove

Depart the pier for the short drive to the Botanical Gardens. Upon arrival, take a guided walking tour of this tropical paradise, renowned as one of the best exhibitions of tropical plants in Australia. Following your visit, re-board your coach and continue on to Palm Cove for a stop in this unique and idyllic seaside village.

Cairns Museum

Leaving Palm Cove, re-board your coach and proceed to the fascinating Cairns Museum for an exclusive museum tour led by a knowledgeable museum curator. Along the way, see and hear stories of the heat, sweat, and hard work that went into establishing and living in this tropical outpost, and gain an unique insight into the little-known stories about the history of Cairns and Far North Queensland. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the short drive back to the pier.

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking for approximately 0.93 miles-1.24 miles (about 1.5-kilometres-two kilometres), at times over uneven surfaces and inclines, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and 15-20 steps at the sites visited. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility, however the sites visited are wheelchair accessible. Lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes and sun protection are recommended. The tour sequence may vary. Space on this tour is very limited; we suggest you book in advance to avoid disappointment.

Explore Cairns at your leisure during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Please note: This tour is non-refundable if cancelled within 48 hours prior to arrival in the port. Actual vehicle type varies depending on availability. Participation is limited to 2 guests per car. The price, exclusive of meals, entrance fees and gratuities, is per vehicle. Therefore, when making your reservation, please indicate the number of vehicles, not the number of guests. Only one person in the party needs to reserve this programme. Please see the Shore Concierge Office on board the ship to arrange your individual itinerary. Guides are able to assist with itinerary planning and provide some commentary. Guests who desire detailed commentary should request the services of a guide to accompany them. This may be requested onboard the ship.

Explore Cairns at your leisure during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Please note: This tour is non-refundable if cancelled within 48 hours prior to arrival in the port. Actual vehicle type varies depending on availability. Participation is limited to 2 guests per car. The price, exclusive of meals, entrance fees and gratuities, is per vehicle. Therefore, when making your reservation, please indicate the number of vehicles, not the number of guests. Only one person in the party needs to reserve this programme. Please see the Shore Concierge Office on board the ship to arrange your individual itinerary. Guides are able to assist with itinerary planning and provide some commentary. Guests who desire detailed commentary should request the services of a guide to accompany them. This may be requested onboard the ship.

Explore Cairns at your leisure during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Please note: This tour is non-refundable if cancelled within 48 hours prior to arrival in the port. Actual vehicle type varies depending on availability. Participation is limited to 4 guests per van. The price, exclusive of meals, entrance fees and gratuities, is per vehicle. Therefore, when making your reservation, please indicate the number of vehicles, not the number of guests. Only one person in the party needs to reserve this programme. Please see the Shore Concierge Office on board the ship to arrange your individual itinerary.

Explore Cairns at your leisure during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Please note: This tour is non-refundable if cancelled within 48 hours prior to arrival in the port. Actual vehicle type varies depending on availability. Participation is limited to 4 guests per van. The price, exclusive of meals, entrance fees and gratuities, is per vehicle. Therefore, when making your reservation, please indicate the number of vehicles, not the number of guests. Only one person in the party needs to reserve this programme. Please see the Shore Concierge Office on board the ship to arrange your individual itinerary.

This Reef and Rainforest scenic flight showcases the very best that Cairns has to offer. The flight lasts approximately 60 minutes during which time you will cover over 120km (75 miles) of spectacular tropical land and sea environment.

Cairns City

After your transfer to the heliport, you will board your aircraft and fly over Cairns city, the lagoon, the marina, and the surrounding suburbs from a truly unique perspective as you climb to 2,500 feet (762 metres).

Rainforest

View Copperlode Dam, Redlynch Valley, Stoney Creek, the Barron Gorge and Kuranda from the air.

Great Barrier Reef

Explore the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef, which stretches for more than 1,243 miles (2,000 kilometres) along the Queensland coastline from your helicopter and view the spectacular Upolo Reef, Vlassof Reef, Middle Cay, Arlington Reef and Green Island.

After this amazing and unique flight experience you will be returned to the pier and your ship.

Please note: This tour requires a moderate amount of activity. Seating on the helicopter is at the discretion of the pilot, based on weight and balance of the aircraft (window seat cannot be guaranteed). The helicopter has a maximum internal payload that must be adhered to, therefore all guest weights must be advised a minimum of 72 hours prior to tour departure. Flight route may vary and the tour's operation is subject to favourable weather conditions. Although little walking is required, some agility is required to get in and out of the aircraft. Guests should be comfortable flying in a light weight aircraft and not suffer from motion sickness. This tour has very limited space and we suggest you book in advance to avoid disappointment.

Discover the colourful background of this tropical city in Queensland's north on this 2 hour walking tour through Cairns city streets.

Meet your knowledge local guide and depart the pier for a leisurely walk through the town concluding at the Cairns Museum.

Cairns City

Cairns is only 140 years old and the first Europeans and Chinese came to the area in the rush for gold. The fortune hunters braved the crocodile infested waters, the dense rainforests, the heavy monsoonal rains, the stingers and the heat, to build what is still the last city on the road going north from Sydney. To this day the Yirrganydji and the Yidinji Aboriginal people walked this land.

The Cairns of today is a chic tourism town with cafes and shops, your guide will point out the historic buildings, natural sights and the special places that have created this tropical paradise.

Cairns Museum

The walk will bring you to the newly re-opened Cairns Museum where your guide will give you a 30 minute guided tour through the exhibits. The museum has amazing stories to share about living in the tropics through a collection of objects, photographs and archival records. You will learn of stories of heat, sweat and hard work, of cane, railways, rainforests and reefs. As well as discovering the history of white Australia, Aboriginal resistance and European isolation.

The tour will conclude at the museum where you may stay and explore then take a short walk back to the ship at your leisure.

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of walking for approximately 2.7 kilometres (1.7 miles). There will be seating available at regular intervals; however guests should be capable of comfortably walking the entire distance. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility or those who utilise a wheelchair. The terrain is mostly flat, paved or a wooden boardwalk; however some natural and uneven ground may be encountered. We recommend guests wear light comfortable clothing and comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, a hat and sunglasses. Tour includes admission into the Cairns Museum. The tour concludes at the Cairns Museum which is located approximately 900 metres (0.6 miles) from the pier. Guests are to walk back to the ship at their leisure. Please note that temperatures at this time of the year can get very high and rain showers should also be anticipated.

Embrace the rich and ancient Aboriginal culture during this scenic and informative, half-day evening excursion to the Tjapukai Cultural Park.

Tjapukai Cultural Park, Dancing Performance and Fire-Making Ceremony

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 30-minute drive to the Tjapukai Cultural Park. Upon arrival, your introduction to Aboriginal culture begins with welcome drinks and canapes, followed by a lively Tjapukai dancing performance and fire-making ceremony.

Corroboree, Dreamtime Stories, Ceremonial Fire-Lighting, Flametree Bar and Grill, Buffet Dinner

Next, you are escorted to a corroboree celebrating Aboriginal dreamtime stories, then experience the lighting of a ceremonial fire. Afterward, savour typical Australian foods infused with Aboriginal flavours during a buffer dinner at the Flametree Bar and Grill. Following your fireside farewell, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 30-minute drive back to the pier.

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking for approximately 273 yards-547 yards (about 250 metres-500 metres), at times over uneven surfaces and inclines, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and five steps at the sites visited. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection, a towel and change of clothing from the ship. Guests must be at least 18 years old to be served alcoholic beverages. The tour sequence may vary. Space on this tour is very limited; we suggest you book in advance to avoid disappointment.

The beautiful Barron Gorge National Park is only minutes from the centre of Cairns. The Barron River half day tour is a fantastic introduction to White Water Rafting, it's fun, exciting and exhilarating for all the family. Let the guides entertain you on this spectacular river offering guaranteed water levels year round, no experience is necessary to raft these rapids.

Cairns City

Depart the cruise terminal for a short 20 minute ride to the Barron River. Receive a safety briefing and then prepare for your white water rafting adventure.

Barron River

The Barron River is the closest rafting river to Cairns, and perfect for first timers or those looking for a fun afternoon. This heart thumping ride spears through The Barron Gorge National Park and the World Heritage-listed Wet Tropics. Enjoy the ethereal beauty of the world's oldest rainforest from a unique waterline perspective.

After your day of rafting adventure you will be returned to the pier and your ship.

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of activity for approximately1 hour and 30 minutes and is recommended for guests in good physical condition. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility or guests who utilise a wheelchair or with back or neck problems or who are pregnant. We recommend guests wear swimwear under your clothes, bring a change of clothes, a towel, and wear lace up shoes or reef sandals that can get wet (shoes for rent are available at an additional cost of AUD $5.00 at time of printing, and is payable in cash directly to the vendor), and leave any valuables at the ship. Minimum age to participate is 12 years old. This tour is not exclusive to Silversea.

Exploring the northern territory is among the most scenic and informative ways to experience the spectacular natural splendour and history of Australia, from its rugged mountains, deep gorges and national parks to its unique wildlife, Outback, Top End, and Aboriginal origins and traditions. On Day One, take a picturesque ride aboard the Kuranda Scenic Railway through Barron Gorge, then board a gondola on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway for a scenic rainforest canopy journey from the rainforest village of Kuranda to Cairns. This evening, immerse yourself in the tropical flavours, dancing, artwork and traditions of Aboriginal culture at the Tjapukai Cultural Centre. Following an overnight stay at the Shangri-La Hotel in Cairns, fly from Cairns to Ayers Rock, an UNESCO World Heritage Site, for a two-night stay in a Luxury Tent at Longitude 131°. Visit Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, the Uluru red rock formation and take in a spectacular sunset and the Field of Light before proceeding for dinner amongst the dunes at Table 131°. On Day 3, explore Ayers Rock and the Mutitjulu Waterhole, take an Uluru base-walk, and visit the Kantju Gorge to watch another beautiful sunset accompanied by sparkling wine and canapes. On Day 4, take an early-morning visit to Kata Tjuta with its majestic domes to watch the sunrise, then fly to Darwin. Your Mid-Voyage Land Adventure concludes on Day Five with a visit to Litchfield National Park. At the conclusion of your visit and lunch at the Litchfield Café, proceed to the pier in Darwin and embark the ship.

04MIDCNS-C: Territory Wonders

Duration: 5 Days/4 Nights

Departs from: Cairns

Re-join ship: Darwin

Reserve: At least 90 days prior to sailing

This Silver Shore Mid-Land Adventure requires advance booking through Silversea Reservations no later than 90 days prior to the sail date. Requests received after this date may be accommodated on a space-available basis, and the programme price is subject to change. Payment-in-full is due within 120 days prior to sailing. Booking made within 120 days of sailing require full payment within seven days of booking or sooner, as specified by Silversea. All Land Adventures are non-transferable and non-refundable for any reason within 90 days of sailing. A minimum number of participants is required to operate this programme. Tickets are available in limited quantities, and participation cannot be guaranteed for those guests not booking well in advance. Cancellation fee, unless otherwise advised, 90 - 0 days prior to the initial sailing date: 100% of the programme fare per person is due.

Visa Information:

Please check with your travel professional for details regarding visa requirements for Australia. It is the responsibility of each guest to obtain all appropriate visas before cruising.

Exploring the spectacular natural splendour and history of Australia's northern territory, Outback and Top End during this five-day, four-night journey from Cairns to Darwin.

DAY ONE - Friday, February 8, 2019 - Cairns/Kuranda

Cairns, Kuranda Scenic Railway, Barron Gorge

After disembarking the ship, meet your guide and transfer to the Cairns Railway Station. Upon arrival, board the Kuranda Scenic Railway for a picturesque ride through Barron Gorge. Built between 1882 and 1891, this approximately 21-mile (about 34 kilometres) railway is considered to be an engineering feat of tremendous magnitude.

Gorges, Mountains, Waterfalls, Tunnels, Bridges, Kuranda Ranges and Village

Your train ride offers breath-taking panoramic vistas of deep gorges and rugged mountains, and passes magnificent waterfalls, through 15 tunnels and across 37 bridges during your journey up the Kuranda Ranges, part of Barron Gorge National Park. Upon arrival at Kuranda Village, some free time is made available to browse through the many art and craft studios, visit the Australian Butterfly Farm (at your own expense), or sit back in a café and watch the colourful, vibrant village life go by.

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, Rainforest Interpretive Centre, Red Peak Station

Following your visit, proceed for lunch at Frog's restaurant in the rainforest village of Kuranda. After lunch, experience the breath-taking descent from Kuranda to Cairns aboard the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, a six-passenger gondola travelling high above the rainforest canopy. Along the way, take in spectacular views of the region and vistas of the sparkling North Queensland coast, and out to the Coral Sea and Green Island. The journey down the mountain includes a stop at the Rainforest Interpretive Centre and Red Peak Station, which offers a unique insight into the intricate ecosystems that make up the rainforest.

Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina

Upon arrival at Smithfield Station, you are met and transferred via private coach to the Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina. After check-in, the remainder of the afternoon is at your leisure. With its exquisite waterfront setting, you can stretch your legs with a pre-dinner stroll and admire the yachts sheltering in the marina.

Tjapukai Cultural Centre, Bama Tribe, Face-Painting, Aboriginal Dreamtime Stories, Ceremonial Fire

Tonight, depart for the drive to the Tjapukai Cultural Centre. You are welcomed with bush tucker-inspired canapes and champagne, and a unique opportunity to meet the Bama, the Indigenous rainforest people. After the Bama people paint your face to link you to their traditional land, they take you on a mesmerising journey with the haunting sounds of the didgeridoo. Follow the Tjapukai warriors to a corroboree celebrating Aboriginal Dreamtime stories, and join the Rainbow Serpent circle to learn traditional language and songs before the ceremonial fire is lit with a spectacular fireball shooting skyward.

Tropical Dinner

During an exotic tropical buffet dinner, you are introduced to the traditional indigenous flavours. Sample Australian meats, including kangaroo and crocodile, and feast on local seafood, an array of salads and dessert. After dinner, relax around the fire, meet the performers and have your picture taken with them. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and return to the hotel.

Overnight in a Superior Sea View Room at the Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina - Cairns.

DAY TWO - Saturday, February 9, 2019 - Cairns/Ayers Rock

After an early breakfast, meet your guide and transfer to Cairns Airport for your scheduled, approximately three-hour flight to Ayers Rock (Uluru), an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival, meet your guide and depart for the scenic drive to the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park.

Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Longitude 131°, Luxury Tents

Standing at the gateway to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Longitude 131° is the closest accommodation to the red rock formation that is Uluru, Australia's most endearing and enduring icon. An intimate fifteen luxury tents, elevated atop rust-red dunes, complement the pristine natural environment and provide a private place to rest, relax and refresh. In the crisp, white linen of a king-sized bed, find the serene, silent sleep of the desert. Above the sweeping tent canopy floats a great expanse of southern sky, endless and sparkling. Constellations brimming with Anangu (local Aboriginal people) tales and stories beget the rich dreams found only in the heart of sacred, powerful places. As one of only a select number of guests, awake to your own private view of the sun rising over Uluru, drenched in its fabled light, and find unprecedented solitude and serenity.

Uluru Red Rock Formation

At Longitude 131°, take the road less-travelled, and share this exclusive and authentic adventure with a select few. An exceptional touring program is included in this wilderness experience, and a personalised itinerary is presented upon arrival. Signature experiences with naturalist guides are shared with fellow guests in custom touring vehicles. Expeditions operate at scheduled times on a rotating basis, depending on your day of arrival, with timing subject to sunrise and sunset times, which vary throughout the year according to the seasons and weather-permitting. Private touring can be arranged at an additional cost, and is subject to availability.

Uluru Sunset

Next, capture the changing lights reflected over Uluru's many faces as the sun slips down below the horizon, a chilled glass of sparkling wine and canapés in hand. Following this essential outback experience, Experience Bruce Munro's internationally acclaimed art phenomenon, Field of Light.

Field of Light

Created from 50,000 bud-like stems and crowned with radiant frosted-glass spheres, this installation blooms and appears to sway as darkness descends over Australia's spiritual heartland. Arrive at dusk and meander around the field, then re-board your custom touring vehicle before enjoying the cool night skies at Table 131°.

Table 131°

Dine out and discover the wonders of the night sky at an exclusive venue among the dunes. Arrive to the mesmerising sounds of an ancient culture, and feast on a four-course meal complemented by the finest Australian wines. Later, Longitude's resident astronomer regales the gathering with tales of the southerly constellations.

Overnight in a Luxury Tent at Longitude 131° - Ayers Rock

Please note: The operation of Table 131° is subject to weather and climatic conditions.

DAY THREE - Saturday, February 10, 2019 - Ayers Rock

Ayers Rock, Mutitjulu Waterhole, Cave Paintings

Depart in the early-morning to experience the remarkable changing colours of the desert landscape, and spectacular sight of Uluru as day breaks over Australia's heartland. A walk to the peaceful Mutitjulu Waterhole offers a unique insight into the sheer physical and spiritual enormity of Uluru. Along the way, your guide points out cave paintings and other relevant sites important to Anangu and the early explorers. He also shares the Anangu creation story of Kuniya and Liru, adding greater depth to Uluru's striking features.

Uluru Base-Walk, Breakfast and Lunch at the Dune House Restaurant

To climb the world's largest monolith is against the wishes of traditional owners because the path otherwise followed is the traditional route taken by their ancestral Mala (rufous hare-wallaby men) on their arrival at this sacred place. A walk along the base offers a deeply personal, moving and lasting experience. Following your visit, re-board your custom touring vehicle back to Longitude 131°, then proceed for breakfast at the Dune House restaurant. After breakfast, the remainder of the morning and afternoon is at your leisure, with lunch served at the Dune House restaurant.

Mala Walk, Kantju Gorge

Depart Longitude 131° before sunset for the transfer to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. As you drive around Uluru, your guide explains its geology and the tourism history of the region. Journey along the Mala Walk and as day transforms into night, and walk into Kantju Gorge to witness the gorge walls ablaze with the light of the setting sun. For thousands of years, Kantju Gorge has been a place of serenity. Respect is paid to local customs, and the peace of Kantju Gorge remains paramount throughout this tour.

Sunset-Viewing with Sparkling Wine and Canapés

During your visit to Kantju Gorge, hear birds in their last flurries before the sounds of frogs and other insects erupt throughout the gorge as night closes in. Vivid colours remain on the vast gorge walls in a vision that only Longitude 131° guests can experience. Whilst sipping sparkling wine and nibbling on canapés, embrace the silence and solitude of Kantju Gorge as the sun slowly disappears for the day. After viewing the brilliant sunset, re-board your custom touring vehicle for the drive back to Longitude 131°.

Dinner is at the Dune House restaurant.

Overnight in a Luxury Tent at Longitude 131° - Ayers Rock

DAY FOUR - Sunday, February 11, 2019 - Ayers Rock/Darwin

Kata Tjuta, Walpa Gorge, Flights to Alice Springs and Darwin

Depart prior to sunrise for the drive to Kata Tjuta. Also known as the 'Olgas'. Kata Tjuta is comprised of 36 majestic domes. Along the way, a brief photo stop is made at the Kata Tjuta Viewing Area, with expert commentary of the ecology, fire management, and flora and fauna of the area. Leaving the viewing platform, continue on to the Walpa Gorge, where the natural history of Kata Tjuta is explained in great detail. Learn how eons of weathering and continental upheaval have created what is seen today, as well as how these discoveries were made, and the dynamic interaction between the stark landscape and ecology. Light refreshments are served before returning to Longitude 131° for breakfast at the Dune House restaurant.

Flight to Darwin via Alice Springs

After breakfast, check-out of the hotel and transfer to the airport for your scheduled, approximately 50-minute flight to Alice Springs, and a connecting flight to Darwin, with lunch served on the plane. Upon arrival meet your guide at the Alice Springs airport and transfer to different places in Alice Springs. During your 4-hour transit, you will be taken on a transit tour in Alice Springs before your next flight to Darwin.

Surrounded by red dirt and hauntingly beautiful mountain ranges you will find a city of arts and events. Alice Springs, known to locals as simply "Alice," is the beating heart of Australia's Red Centre. It is a great base for exploring the natural wonders of the Northern Territory's outback, the West MacDonnell Ranges. This iconic outback town is rich both in history and culture.

Anzac Hill

The most visited landmark in Alice Springs, Anzac Hill is the ideal spot for an overview of the town.

The lookout offers a panoramic view of Alice Springs and the beautiful surrounding ranges. The Anzac Hill Memorial was unveiled on 25 April 1934 (Anzac Day) and was originally dedicated to all those members of the armed services who had paid the supreme sacrifice during World War I. It has now become a memorial to all those who have served in the defence of their country during all wars in which Australia has participated.

The West MacDonnell Rangers

Tjoritja West MacDonnell National Park stretches for 161 kilometres west of Alice Springs. Explore and appreciate the scenic beauty and history of the area on foot. There are numerous marked walking tracks ranging from leisurely to adventurous. The 223 kilometre Larapinta Trail stretches through the park and offers extended and overnight bushwalks for fit, experienced and well prepared walkers. The park encompasses an ancient landscape sculpted over time by climatic elements. It is also a refuge for rare and threatened plants as well as wildlife, including the uncommon bird species such as the Peregrine Falcon.

Majestic Standley Chasm

Standley Chasm Angkerle Atwatye is regarded as a "must see" spectacular geological and significant cultural icon of Central Australia. Surrounded by the West MacDonnell Ranges National Park, it is located in a private flora and fauna reserve owned by the Iwupataka Land Trust. Before you continue your journey, a picnic style light lunch will be served in the Standley Chasm area.

The Simpsons Gap

Simpsons Gap is one of the most prominent gaps in the West MacDonnell Ranges. Located 18 kilometres from Alice Springs, it features the towering cliffs of Simpsons Range, a permanent waterhole, and opportunities to spot resident wildlife. Vegetation typical of the MacDonnell Ranges is found in the area, including large stands of Mulga and over 40 rare and relict plants. There are many short walks that pass the native plants of the area including ancient Ghost Gums and to views of the range. Simpsons Gap is also located on the Larapinta Trail, a 223-kilometre walking track through the West MacDonnell Ranges. Known as Rungutjirpa to the Arrernte Aboriginal people, Simpsons Gap was the mythological home of a group of giant goanna ancestors. Several dreaming trails and stories cross at this important spiritual site.

Rev. John Flynn's Grave (one of Australia's great heroes)

The John Flynn's Memorial Historical Reserve is the resting place for the ashes of the Reverend John Flynn, founder of the Flying Doctor Service and the Australian Inland Mission. The grave is on a low hill at the foot of the MacDonnell Ranges. The plaque expresses a lifetime achievement in just a few lines "His vision encompassed the continent."

After the tour, proceed to the Alice Springs Airport for your flight to Darwin. Upon Arrival in Darwin, transfer to the hotel for check in. After check-in, leave your bags in your room and your guide will walk you to the restaurant for dinner.

Dinner is at the Wharf One Food & Wine restaurant, which offers guests a casual dining experience specialising in wood grill cooking and seasonal local produce. Your guide walks you to the restaurant for dinner. After dinner, your guide walks you back to your hotel.

Overnight in a Premier View Studio at the Adina Apartment Hotel Waterfront - Darwin

DAY FIVE - Monday, February 12, 2019 - Darwin/Litchfield/Ship

After breakfast at the hotel and check-out, meet your guide and depart for a visit to spectacular Litchfield National Park. Pass through a remarkable treeless, black-soil plain en route to the towering magnetic termite mounds. These amazing architectural feats, built by insects, come complete with arches, tunnels, chimneys, insulation, and nursery chambers. They can reach a height of up to 13 feet (about four metres), giving the appearance of a huge graveyard littered with earthen tombstones. Further into the National Park, a photo stop is made at the majestic Florence Falls and Wangi Falls. Here, marvel at the falls and spectacular beauty of the surrounding landscape.

Following your tour and before leaving Litchfield National Park, proceed to the Litchfield Café for a barbecue buffet lunch. After lunch, re-board your coach and transfer to the pier. Upon arrival, embark the ship.

Please note: This Mid-Voyage Land Adventure requires an extensive amount of walking, at times over uneven, rocky, sandy, grassy, and natural surfaces and inclines, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and board/de-board the airplane, and steps at the sites visited. This tour is not suitable for pregnant guests, guests with back and/or neck problems, guests with heart and/or respiratory conditions, guests prone to motion sickness, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to bring lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking and beach shoes, sun protection, a sweater or light jacket, insect repellent, raingear, and a camera from the ship. The tour sequence and itinerary may vary. Operation of this tour is subject to weather conditions. Space on this tour is extremely limited; we suggest you book well in advance to avoid disappointment.

Only Australian dollars are accepted by all vendors; local ATMs are available in some locations visited.

Airlines restrict baggage to 44 pounds (about 20 kilograms) per person; hand-luggage cannot exceed 15 pounds (about 7 kilograms) in weight, and smaller aircraft may be utilised (at the discretion of the airline).

Programme Includes:

• One-night stay in a Superior Sea View Room at the Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina - Cairns
• Two-night stay in a Luxury Tent at Longitude 131° - Ayers Rock
• One-night stay in a Premier View Studio at the Adina Apartment Hotel Waterfront - Darwin
• Scheduled flight: Cairns/Ayers Rock/Alice Springs/Darwin (Economy-Class). (Business class is not available on these routes)
• Four breakfasts (Day 2 packed breakfast), five lunches (Day 4 packed lunch) and four dinners (lunch includes choice of two local beers, soft drinks, bottled water; beverage at dinner also includes house wine)
• One morning tea, two afternoon teas
• Lunch at Frog's restaurant - Kuranda
• Picnic style light lunch in Standley Chasm, Alice Springs (sandwich, wrap or salad including water, coffee or tea)
• Lunch at the Litchfield Café - Litchfield
• Dinner at the Wharf One Food & Wine restaurant - Darwin
• Dinner at Table 131° - Ayers Rock
• Dinner at the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Centre
• Afternoon tea
• Kuranda Scenic Railroad-ride through Barren Gorge
• Rainforest-ride aboard the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
• Tjapukai Cultural Centre
• Face-painting
• Aboriginal story-telling
• Ceremonial fire
• Uluru sunset and base-walk
• Field of Light
• Cave paintings
• Termite mounds
• Kantju Gorge sunset with sparkling wine and canape
• All sightseeing and transfers as per itinerary

Not Included:

Optional massage, helicopter flight-seeing tour, Australian butterfly farm visit, any meals and drinks not specified above, charges incurred by the airlines for excess or overweight luggage, gratuities to drivers and tour guides, laundry, telephone calls, cancellation insurance, and other personal items. All Land Adventures require a minimum number of participants in order to operate as described. If this minimum number is not met, Silversea reserves the right to offer the programme at a different rate based on private arrangements, or to cancel the specific departure. Silversea's published cruise cancellation policy will remain in effect. All Land Adventure fares are subject to change, and are not guaranteed until payment is received in full by Silversea. Onboard Spending Credit may not be applied to the purchase of this programme. All Land Adventures are non-transferable and non-refundable within 90 days of sailing. Minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by someone 18 years of age or older. All Land Adventures are owned by independent contractors and Silversea makes no representations and assumes no responsibility for the services provided by these operators. Land Adventures may be modified by the operators at their sole discretion.

Silversea is proud to include this property as part of our Grande Hotel program. Accommodations, breakfast, taxes, one private transfer (between hotel & airport) and a small group transfer (between hotel and pier) are included.

On the Trinity Bay waterfront, this low-rise tropical resort successfully blends a modern and energetic look with the best of South Beach and Sydney style.

A crisp clean-lined contemporary look integrates sophisticated urban trends with a sporty yachting sensibility. Natural stone, suede and leather, chrome and theatrical lighting are used to great effect in the spacious open-plan lobby and throughout the public areas.

NORTH Food & Wine, the hotel's only restaurant, is also the home of the region's hippest bar and social center along the boardwalk overlooking the marina. Seafood is featured prominently on the modern Australian menu, and the marina and bay views create one of the most memorable settings for visitors to this part of Queensland.

Silversea is proud to include this property as part of our Grande Hotel program. Accommodations, breakfast, taxes, one private transfer (between hotel & airport) and a small group transfer (between hotel and pier) are included.

On the Trinity Bay waterfront, this low-rise tropical resort successfully blends a modern and energetic look with the best of South Beach and Sydney style.

A crisp clean-lined contemporary look integrates sophisticated urban trends with a sporty yachting sensibility. Natural stone, suede and leather, chrome and theatrical lighting are used to great effect in the spacious open-plan lobby and throughout the public areas.

NORTH Food & Wine, the hotel's only restaurant, is also the home of the region's hippest bar and social center along the boardwalk overlooking the marina. Seafood is featured prominently on the modern Australian menu, and the marina and bay views create one of the most memorable settings for visitors to this part of Queensland.

Hilton Cairns

Boasting an outstanding waterfront location, the Hilton Cairns Hotel is the perfect base from which to explore the diverse wonders of this unique region. The modern, inviting rooms and suites are luxurious oases of comfort and convenience, all with spacious balconies. Discover stunning views of Trinity Inlet or Cairns Esplanade and the unique cityscape and blue-green mountain ranges beyond.

Dining choices abound in the acclaimed restaurants: relaxed, al fresco dining at the award-winning Mondo Café Bar & Grill on the waterfront, or visit Donnini's restaurant offering simply Italian at its best. From an elevated position overlooking the water, the chic Six Degrees Bar and Lounge is the place to meet for a cocktail.

Hilton Cairns

Boasting an outstanding waterfront location, the Hilton Cairns Hotel is the perfect base from which to explore the diverse wonders of this unique region. The modern, inviting rooms and suites are luxurious oases of comfort and convenience, all with spacious balconies. Discover stunning views of Trinity Inlet or Cairns Esplanade and the unique cityscape and blue-green mountain ranges beyond.

Dining choices abound in the acclaimed restaurants: relaxed, al fresco dining at the award-winning Mondo Café Bar & Grill on the waterfront, or visit Donnini's restaurant offering simply Italian at its best. From an elevated position overlooking the water, the chic Six Degrees Bar and Lounge is the place to meet for a cocktail.

Our Simply Hotel selection is the perfect choice for those who want a centrally located setting from which to discover - or rediscover - the city. Rooms in these 4.5 and 5-star properties are generally Standard Double or King rooms that provide comfortable accommodations and superior service for those who wish to extend their trip with a cultural or shopping experience in some of the world's most iconic cities.

For your convenience, we can easily organise transfers between the airport and hotel or between the hotel and the pier so that you only have to decide how much or how little you wish to do.

Hotel brands that we consistently feature include Intercontinental, JW Marriott, Fairmont or the Conrad Group.