Yorkeys Knob is one of the popular ports of call for cruise ships that ply the waters of the Great Barrier Reef where passengers alight to enjoy Cairns shore tours and excursions.
Things You Need to Know - Cruise Ship Shore Tours Yorkeys Knob
Cruise Ship Docking at Yorkeys Knob: Discover essential information for cruise ship passengers visiting Yorkeys Knob.
Transportation Note: Cairns Tour Operators do not provide pick-up services from Yorkeys Knob. Passengers are required to arrange their own taxi transportation to the departure points for all Cairns tours and attractions.
Shore Tour Options: Passengers disembarking from cruise ships at Yorkeys Knob have various exciting shore tour options to explore from Cairns.
Explore Local Attractions: Enjoy a range of local activities, including specific cruise ship tours to Kuranda, scenic helicopter flights, half-day tours to the Great Barrier Reef, or a full day on Green Island, depending on the cruise ship's schedule.
Departure Information: Find detailed departure points and schedules on The Tour Specialists website's Cruise Ship Shore Tours pages. If you have any questions, our Cairns-based team is ready to assist via phone at 07 4059 5959 or through our contact us page.
Customized Shore Excursions: Our dedicated team in Cairns plans tailor-made shore excursions and tours,and private charter boats to align with the cruise ship's arrival and departure times, ensuring passengers make the most of their visit in Yorkeys Knob.
Cruise Ship Passengers: If you are a cruise ship passenger, reach out to our office, and we will personally curate your shore excursions and tours, allowing you to experience the highlights of Cairns during your Great Barrier Reef cruise ship stopover at Yorkey's Knob.
Booking Convenience: Most bookings can be made online with live availability. Our secure payment system with Stripe ensures your bookings are safe and secure. Please note that tours without live availability are available for scenic helicopter flights from Cairns or Port Douglas.
Yorkeys Knob Location: Yorkeys Knob cruise ship port is conveniently located just a 10-minute drive north of Cairns International Airport along the Captain Cook Highway. This charming Cairns Beaches destination offers a range of amenities, including safe swimming beaches (patrolled during school holidays), restaurants, convenience stores, holiday accommodation, a yacht club with a boardwalk restaurant, and an ocean-view golf club.
Explore Yorkeys Knob: Discover the accommodation options available in Yorkeys Knob and explore the numerous local tours and attractions suitable for the whole family. Activities such as swimming, wind-surfing, snorkelling, diving on the Great Barrier Reef, visiting the World Heritage Daintree Rainforests, and exploring Cairns City can all be enjoyed during your stay in Yorkeys Knob.
Important Note: Tour operators no longer offer passenger pick-up services from Yorkeys Knob for tours. Visitors must arrange for taxi transportation to reach the departure points for their Cairns day tour.
Explore Cairns Shore Tours: Visit our page for comprehensive information on Cairns Shore tours and excursions. Click the orange Refine Search tab at the top of the page, simply specify your location as Cairns or Port Douglas, choose the tour type "cruise ship shore tours," and click "search tours" in the navigation at the top of the page.
Travel Tips: For cruise ship passengers seeking things to do in Cairns and Port Douglas, here are some valuable travel tips and recommendations to make the most of your visit.
If your cruise ship is docking in Cairns please read this Travel Tip.
If your cruise ship is docking in Port Douglas please read this Travel Tip.