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Down Under by Appointment - Gold Miner's Track -Tropical North QLD
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By Out of the Way Experiences
Published on 9 August 2007
 
Down Under by Appointment - Gold Miner's Track Joining a small group of likeminded travellers, make your way through ancient forests and into the harsh, forgotten worlds of Australian history. The journey along restricted access roads takes you from the remnants of the Eubenangee Swamp, through the castle ruins of Paronella Park Heritage Gardens, to the outback setting of the frantic Hodgkinson gold rushes and Tyrconnell mine.
Down Under by Appointment - Gold Miner's Track
Down Under by Appointment - Gold Miner's Track Down Under by Appointment - Gold Miner's Track Down Under by Appointment - Gold Miner's Track Down Under by Appointment - Gold Miner's Track Down Under by Appointment - Gold Miner's Track

Description :
Joining a small group of likeminded travellers, make your way through ancient forests and into the harsh, forgotten worlds of Australian history. The journey along restricted access roads takes you from the remnants of the Eubenangee Swamp, through the castle ruins of Paronella Park Heritage Gardens, to the outback setting of the frantic Hodgkinson gold rushes and Tyrconnell mine.

Itinerary Outline
Tantalise your senses on this journey of contrasts between the verdant vistas of the rainforest, the charming backdrop of yesteryear and the wide, sweeping landscapes of the outback.

Day 1. Cairns to Yungaburra
Your small, intimate party heads south through sugar cane country, engrossed in the areas history, as the scene is set for three days of magnificent touring. Encounter the wetlands of Eubenangee Swamp. You may espy a resident saltwater crocodile in this superior bird watching region. Visit the Spanish ruins of Paronella Park Heritage Gardens and explore the restored castles and tropical rainforest surrounds. After lunch, embark on a guided rainforest trail encompassing Douglas Creek and Nandroya Falls, the most spectacular, accessible waterfall in the Wooroonooran National Park. Unwind in the warm country charm and choose one of several quality restaurants to sample the freshest fare of the Atherton Tablelands. (LD) Beverages excluded.
Accommodation Allumbah Pocket Cottages

Day 2. Yungaburra to Tyrconnell Gold Mine
After a country-style breakfast, begin your voyage along an old logging trail. The restricted access, 4WD road winds through spectacular rainforest and sclerophyll forests, to the edge of the Australian Outback. Further west in the harsh terrain, encounter the infamous Hodgkinson Gold Field, an area steeped in historical significance. Tyrconnell Gold Mine was the most famous of the mines. Tour through Thornborough cemetery before relaxing with an evening meal and overnight accommodation in the charmingly restored, authentic outback cottages of Tyrconnell Gold Mine. (BLD) Beverages excluded.
Accommodation Tyrconnell Gold Mine

Day 3. Tyrconnell Gold Mine to Cairns
We are greeted by a glorious Outback vista this morning as we begin our mine tour. After a leisurely morning exploring the property and lunch, we are homeward bound, with a brief visit to Mt Molloy pub, showcasing true outback hospitality. We will farewell you at your accommodation late this afternoon. (BL) Beverages excluded.

Inclusions
- National Parks & Wildlife fees
- Entrance to Paronella Park
- Lunch daily
- Twin share accommodation & breakfast at Allumbah Cottages in Yungaburra
- Dinner in Yungaburra
- National Parks & Wildlife fees
- Cemetery Tour of Tyrconnel Gold Mine
- Twin share accommodation, evening meal & breakfast at Tyrconnel Gold Mine
- Tyrconnel Gold Mine guided tour

Location
Departing Tue & Sat Ex. Cairns & Cairns Beaches & Port Douglas - by appointment
Minimum 2 passengers