CRUISE SHIP SHORE EXCURSION
Overview
Our Shore Excursion tour lets you experience a shortened version of our Full Day Tour. Discover for yourself why the Atherton Tablelands is renowned for its amazing fresh produce. This tour introduces you to the regions wines, spirits, as well as chocolate products and more!
Duration
TBD on Cruise Ship Schedules
Departure
Cairns Cruise Ship Terminal
Group size
Private Groups (Max 4)
vehicle
Toyota Prado
Highlights
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Explore the Atherton Tablelands’ famous fresh produce and craft beverage scene.
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Taste locally produced wines, craft beers, gins, cheeses, chocolates, and teas.
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Enjoy a private, small-group experience with a knowledgeable guide.
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Learn the stories behind each producer and sample their signature products.
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Perfect for food and beverage enthusiasts looking for a relaxed, immersive experience.
Inclusions
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Golden Drop Mango Distillery
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Wine tastings at selected wineries.
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Chocolate Liqueur Tastings
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Tasting Paddle - Craft Beer
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Bottled Water
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Pick up and Drop off at Carins Cruise Ship Terminal
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Private guided tour for 2–4 guests.
Itinerary
Morning
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Pick Up: Meet your tour guide at the passenger pick up
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Lake Eacham: Scenic stop to enjoy views and take photos.
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Billy Cart Brewery (closed Mondays): Craft beer tasting paddle.
Midday
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Mt Uncle Distillery: Gin tasting and behind-the-scenes look at production.
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Eventide Hills Distillery: Optional tasting of spirits and liqueurs.
Afternoon
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Coffee Works: Sample locally roasted coffee and learn about the process.
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Golden Drop Mango Winery: Taste award-winning wines and mango products.
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Drop off: Depart back to the Cruise Ship Terminal
Lunch: Not included; guests may choose to stop at a café or pack their own.
Know Before You Go
General Inforamtion
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Tour timing: This tour runs according to the cruise ship timetable
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Private tour: This experience is for 2–5 guests, ensuring a personalised and flexible itinerary.
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Food & drinks: Tastings are included as listed, but lunch, additional drinks, and souvenirs are not included.
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Luggage & personal items: Guests are encouraged to bring a small daypack with essentials such as water, sunscreen, a hat, and a camera.
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Minimum numbers: This tour operates for a minimum of 2 guests. If cancelled due to low numbers, guests will be offered a transfer to another date or a full refund.
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Before you book: Please read this information and our full Booking Terms & Conditions to ensure this experience is right for you.
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Availability: This tour runs only on cruise ship dates
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Travel Insurance: We highly recommend TRAVEL INSURANCE, as from time to time the captain may cancel the cruise ship from coming in due to severe weather. In this event, due to the expenses involved in preparing for the cruise ship tours, we do NOT offer a refund if the tour is cancelled within 24 hours of travel. Please compare travel insurance policies, as some will cover cancellation costs due to severe weather, while others may not. Please check the excess. If you purchase the Cruise Ship company's travel insurance, they will NOT cover external tours
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