CAIRNS BUS TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Tailor‑Made Charters: Cairns by Private Bus — From Tablelands to Tide
Barefoot Tours’ Custom Private Charter Tours let groups design a full‑day itinerary around Cairns — from waterfalls and rainforest lookouts to Mission Beach — with sustainable, carbon‑neutral operations and capacity for parties up to 50.
Tailor‑Made Charters: Cairns by Private Bus — From Tablelands to Tide.
Discover Cairns your way with Barefoot Tours’ private charters. Designed for groups that want a bespoke day out, these coach‑based tours put you in control of destinations, start times and dining, whether you choose the Atherton Tablelands, a hiking day, Mission Beach or an entirely custom route; the operator emphasizes sustainability and works with local producers to supply snacks, tea, coffee and meals.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Fully Tailored Itineraries
Choose from established day options — Atherton Tablelands, Hiking Adventures, Mission Beach — or ask Barefoot Tours to craft a custom route to match your group’s interests and timing.
Eco‑Conscious, Awarded Operator
Barefoot Tours operates with a carbon‑neutral commitment and has been recognized with a Queensland tourism award for its eco‑tourism efforts, underlining local and environmental stewardship.
Local Flavour Included
Onboard provisions celebrate local produce: morning and afternoon snacks, locally grown tea and plunger coffee, a DIY lunch spread and fruit — with optional upgrades available for a hot lunch.
What the day feels like
What a Day on a Private Charter Feels Like
A Barefoot private charter is a day shaped by your group: board at a tailored departure point, travel together in a single vehicle, stop at scenic lookouts, swim in freshwater spots such as waterfalls and a natural slide, and eat from locally supplied refreshments while the guide navigates the best route for the group’s chosen theme.
THE ROUTE
Fully Tailored Itineraries
Choose from established day options — Atherton Tablelands, Hiking Adventures, Mission Beach — or ask Barefoot Tours to craft a custom route to match your group’s interests and timing.
THE ETHOS
Eco‑Conscious, Awarded Operator
Barefoot Tours operates with a carbon‑neutral commitment and has been recognized with a Queensland tourism award for its eco‑tourism efforts, underlining local and environmental stewardship.
THE TABLE
Local Flavour Included
Onboard provisions celebrate local produce: morning and afternoon snacks, locally grown tea and plunger coffee, a DIY lunch spread and fruit — with optional upgrades available for a hot lunch.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and the party sizes it’s built for.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Morning and afternoon snacks, locally grown tea and plunger coffee, a DIY lunch setup with fresh ingredients and a fruit platter, plus scenic stops and opportunities to swim in freshwater spots (waterfalls and a natural slide) are part of the standard offering.
The operator supplies light refreshments and a DIY lunch; groups can opt for local produce‑led meals arranged through the charter.
Expect short walks at lookouts and supervised swims in freshwater locations included in the typical day options.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How much does a private charter cost?
Pricing is tiered by group size: up to 20 people from $2,050; up to 40 people from $4,100; up to 50 people from $5,500.
How do we book and plan a bespoke itinerary?
Contact Barefoot Tours’ dedicated groups coordinator to start planning; they will work with your group to confirm destinations, timing and meal preferences.
Where do the charters depart from?
Departure points are tailored to each group, with optional transfers available from Cairns or the Northern Beaches.
What is included in the charter price?
Standard inclusions are morning and afternoon snacks, locally grown tea and plunger coffee, a DIY lunch option and fruit platter, scenic stops and access to freshwater swimming spots such as waterfalls and a natural slide.
Are there any add‑ons or extra fees?
Yes — a hot lunch upgrade is offered for $20.00 per person, and transfers to/from Port Douglas are available for a flat fee of $350.00.