Top 7 Historical Tours in Port Douglas

Destination: Port Douglas.
Capture the beauty of Port Douglas through an unforgettable and educational photography walking tour, capturing Port Douglas's stunning beauty. Get guidance on how to use your camera or phone to take beautiful photos of Port Douglas's key landmarks and scenes as the sun slowly goes down. Also learn the history and culture of Port Douglas and the sites that we visit.
Known For: Port Douglas Small Group, Port Douglas Historical Tours, Port Douglas Walking Tours, Port Douglas Photography Tours, Port Douglas New Product, Port Douglas Zombie, Port Douglas Half-day Tours.
Duration: Around 3 hours.

Destination: Port Douglas.
A small group Advanced Eco Accredited tour specifically designed to showcase the very BEST of the Daintree Rainforest focusing on spending less time in the vehicle and more time visiting 'must do' Daintree locations as The Mossman Gorge, The Daintree River, Cape Tribulation, Alexandra Lookout, as well as being the only Port Douglas Rainforest company offering a private World Heritage Listed location in the heart of The Daintree Rainforest. As a multiple award winner of 'Best Rainforest Tour' and 'Best Rainforest Guide", we pride on excellent and personal service. Tony's Tropical Tours is a certified Green Travel Leader by EcoAccreditation Australia and a "Safe Travels" Quality Tourism Accredited Business in alignment with the global World Tourism Council for the COVID Clean protocol. Please note this tour is not suitable for guests with mobility issues.
Known For: Port Douglas Private and Luxury, Port Douglas Cultural Tours, Port Douglas Top Product, Port Douglas Bus Tours, Port Douglas Historical Tours, Port Douglas Port Pickup, Port Douglas Shore Excursions, Port Douglas Worry-Free Shore Excursion, Port Douglas Ports of Call Tours, Port Douglas Small Group, Port Douglas Full-day Tours, Port Douglas Excellent Quality, Port Douglas Day Trips.
Duration: Around 9 hours.

Destination: Cairns & the Tropical North.
A spectacular Aboriginal cultural journey on the traditional lands of the Kuku Yalanji people where you will discover both natural beauty and ancient culture. Come and explore the lush tropical rainforest, mangrove & mudflats of Tropical Queensland. Join a Kubirri Warra clan member on an authentic coastal adventure across the beach, mudflats, and mangroves of their ancestral fishing grounds. Learn about traditional bush medicines and foods and try your hand at throwing a traditional fishing spear! Stroll along trails and elevated boardwalks through the World Heritage Listed rainforest as your driver guide shares stories and insights. Afterwards enjoy a delicious lunch infused with bush flavours served in the Mayi Café. Explore how Dreamtime stories about animals, the environment, and language are expressed through cultural art. Binna will personally guide you through his painting techniques as you create your own small canvas to take home.
Known For: Cairns & the Tropical North Adventure Tours, Cairns & the Tropical North Private and Luxury, Cairns & the Tropical North Historical Tours, Cairns & the Tropical North Bus Tours, Cairns & the Tropical North Cultural Tours, Cairns & the Tropical North Day Trips, Cairns & the Tropical North Full-day Tours, Cairns & the Tropical North New Product.
Duration: Around 10 hours.

Destination: Port Douglas.
Kuranda OR Palm Cove – Small Group Tour Enjoy hotel pickup from Port Douglas or Palm Cove (NOT Cairns) at 11:00 AM or 8:30 AM. With max 20 guests, enjoy personalised service and great commentary while travelling through ancient rainforest. Choose Your Adventure: 1️⃣ Kuranda Village: Travel up the scenic Kuranda Range, explore the “Village in the Rainforest”, browse arts & crafts markets, then stop at Henry Ross Lookout for breathtaking views on your return. 2️⃣ Palm Cove Escape: Skip Kuranda & spend the day at Palm Cove. Stroll the palm-fringed Esplanade, swim, shop, or just relax by the beach with a drink or cocktail (own expense). ⚠️ Skyrail & Scenic Train tickets (extra cost) can be arranged by the operator. Book now for a relaxed, scenic day!
Known For: Port Douglas Private and Luxury, Port Douglas Historical Tours, Port Douglas Bus Tours, Port Douglas Full-day Tours, Port Douglas Excellent Quality, Port Douglas Likely To Sell Out.
Duration: Around 8 hours.

Destination: Port Douglas.
Enjoy a small-group Kuranda tour departing from Port Douglas or Palm Cove (not Cairns). Glide over ancient rainforest on the award-winning Skyrail Rainforest Cableway before arriving in Kuranda. We will meet you in Kuranda and transfer you to the village, where you’ll explore its vibrant arts and crafts markets, animal parks, cafes and restaurants, galleries and quirky shops. Then we help you board one of Australia’s most spectacular rail journeys, travel past waterfalls, through tunnels and great views. End your day with a signature cocktail (at own expense)in stunning Palm Cove, overlooking the palm-fringed beach, before returning to your accommodation in the late afternoon with great memories and new friends.
Known For: Port Douglas Trolley Tours , Port Douglas Likely to Sell Out, Port Douglas Likely To Sell Out, Port Douglas Rail Tours, Port Douglas Excellent Quality, Port Douglas Full-day Tours, Port Douglas Historical Tours, Port Douglas Cable Car Tours, Port Douglas Private and Luxury, Port Douglas Bus Tours.
Duration: Around 8 hours.

Destination: Cairns & the Tropical North.
Experience the ultimate Kuranda visit with a skip-the-line ticket for the Kuranda Scenic Railway and Kuranda Skyrail, plus Gold Class service on the Kuranda Scenic Railway. Be amazed at the views of the rainforest and Cairns' beautiful coastline as you glide along the Kuranda Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. Have your camera handy as you travel on the Kuranda Scenic Railway, passing Stoney Creek Falls, Barron Falls and Horseshoe Bend. With plenty of free time to shop and to visit the wildlife exhibits in Kuranda, you'll enjoy the best of the region on this popular day trip.
Known For: Cairns & the Tropical North Full-day Tours, Cairns & the Tropical North Bus Tours, Cairns & the Tropical North Top Product, Cairns & the Tropical North Cable Car Tours, Cairns & the Tropical North Rail Tours, Cairns & the Tropical North Trolley Tours , Cairns & the Tropical North Day Trips, Cairns & the Tropical North Historical Tours.
Duration: Around 8 hours.

Destination: Port Douglas.
Relax and enjoy the stunningly beautiful city of Port Douglas, Australia’s very own tropical paradise, and one of Australia’s top resort destinations. In this audio tour, you will learn how the city transformed from a tiny village into a popular luxury resort location, and hear stories of mining and the Gold Rush. Perfectly suited for discovery on foot, our self-guided audio tour allows you to set the pace and explore at your leisure as you uncover the stories of this exciting city. To experience this wonderful city in your own time and at your own pace just download this self-guided audio tour, pop in your headphones, open the map that comes with your download and start walking. The tour will take approximately two hours, but you can pause the audio guide when needed. Grab a bite to eat or do some shopping along the way. Please note that this tour is only available in English.
Known For: Port Douglas Historical Tours, Port Douglas Walking Tours.
Duration: Around 2 hours.