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Australia is indeed the lucky country, blessed with a diverse
landscape filled with many amazing experiences. Choose a
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Welcome to our AAT Kings family. Thank
you for allowing us the opportunity to share
our fabulous new catalogue of Australian
holidays with you. We hope you are inspired
to come and share your dream holiday with
us. We are very conscious of the fact that
your holiday is your precious time with your
friends and loved ones, and you are giving us
permission to be involved, to bring Australia
and New Zealand to life for you. We take this
responsibility very seriously, and we know it
is absolutely vital that we provide the best
possible experience and a truly wonderful
level of friendly Aussie and Kiwi service.
Thanks to all of our guests who have
written to me over the past twelve months to
provide feedback and ideas on your previous
AAT Kings holidays. We have taken so many of
your ideas on board, the list of new experiences
and itinerary enhancements contained in the
pages of this brochure is quite exciting. New
destinations, new experiences, an increased
focus on food and wine, culture, nature…even
a casual bike ride or bush walk if you want
it. It’s all here waiting for you to explore.
Our goal, every day, is to share our home with
our guests, to bring Australia and New Zealand
to life. So what are you waiting for? Your dream
holiday starts right now. Happy holiday.
Anthony Hayes Managing Director
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Our signature holiday options
Select from AAT Kings’ famous complete-package Guided Holidays, flexible Short Breaks with
your choice of accommodation, and our one or half day sightseeing Day Tours.
Guided
Holidays
Look out for these symbols on itinerary pages
First Choice holidays offer premium
accommodation in central locations, more
meals and sightseeing inclusions, plus
unique ‘You’re invited’ dining experiences.
Best Buys holidays offer great value,
comfortable accommodation with easy
access to city centres and more free time.
Our fully-guided
holiday experiences
We offer two standards of Guided Holiday to suit
your budget. From 4 to 20 days, an AAT Kings Guided
Holiday fully explores a destination, so you can immerse
yourself in its landscape, history and culture. Guided
Holidays feature quality hotels, with porterage included.
All breakfasts are included, plus up to half of your
dinners, using quality local produce, and all feature
a ‘welcome reception’ and a ‘farewell dinner’.* For
other meals, we offer tips on where the locals eat.
*Welcome receptions & farewell dinners vary by Guided Holiday. Refer to itinerary page for inclusions.
Short
Breaks
2-7 day breaks with your
choice of accommodation
Ranging from 2 to 7 days in length, Short Breaks combine
the must-see highlights of a destination with your choice of
accommodation, plus selected meals. Travel with different
Driver Guides each day to benefit from their combined
experience. Plus, you’ll meet a new group of like-minded
travellers each day. AAT Kings has hand-picked a range of
hotels to suit all kinds of budgets. Choose from a range of three
accommodation standards. Please see page 12 for more details.
Day
Tours
One day or half day
sightseeing tours
If you’ve got a day to spare, AAT Kings offers one day and half day
sightseeing tours across Australia including Sydney, Melbourne,
Cairns, Darwin, Uluru, Alice Springs, Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane and
the Gold Coast. Leave the stress of driving in an unknown city to a
friendly local expert and enjoy the stories they’ll share along the
way. We’ll show you all the must-see sights of the region and share
our knowledge of its history and culture. We also offer free courtesy
hotel pick-ups so all you need to do is relax and enjoy your day.
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AAT Kings offers a huge range of holidays. No matter which way you choose to travel, we’ll bring
each destination to life. A holiday is your time to relax, so at AAT Kings we’ve included just about
everything so you don’ t have to worry about a thing. Expert commentary, stress-free travel,
luxury air-conditioned vehicles, and all the must-see highlights. Our friendly Travel Directors and
Driver Guides will enhance your experience with stories, local knowledge and a sense of fun.
Our small group experiences
Our boutique holiday experiences offer an intimate style of travel and take you off the beaten
track. Choose from our immersive Inspiring Journeys or our fun and affordable Aussie Adventures.
Inspiring
Journeys
Immersive & boutique
small group journeys
On an Inspiring Journey we’ll introduce you to rich and immersive
experiences in an intimate small group setting. You’ll travel in
luxury coaches or 4WD vehicles and stay in boutique retreats,
lodges and resorts with great cuisine to match. Our fascinating
guides will take care of everything, leaving you free from the
stress of holiday planning but also allowing you the flexibility to
choose from a wide range of hands-on experiences. Best of all,
you’ll share your holiday with a small-sized group of up to 20 likeminded travellers, giving you the chance to really get to know
each other and create incredible holiday memories together.
Aussie
Adventures
Affordable, easy going
small group adventures
Aussie Adventures heads off the beaten track and actively
explores the great outdoors in a small group of fun and friendly
travellers. You’ll experience the real Australia with our authentic
and down-to-earth Driver Guides and uncover hidden places and
experiences that you’d miss if travelling on your own. We keep
things simple, with a focus on real value for money, but we don’t
skimp on the must-see highlights and excitement of travelling
in Australia. Choose from a range of adventures in the Blue
Mountains, Hunter Valley, Kangaroo Island, Cairns, the Top End
and the Red Centre. You’ll travel with approximately 20 guests,
all with the spirit of adventure running through their veins.
You are in the very best of hands.
My team work tirelessly to ensure
your holiday will be one you will
remember for years to come!
Elisa Operations Manager
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Our
Holidays
We’ve got Australia covered
Great service
Included choice
New in 2016 | Included meals
Stay in comfort
Travel in style
Ways to save
Uluru, Darwin
& Northern Territory
Great Barrier Reef
& Queensland
Guided Holidays
Outback Adventure
Outback & Ocean
Outback Tracks
Outback Safari
Top End Highlights
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Uluru Unearthed
Red Centre Sights & Sounds
Uluru & Kings Canyon Unearthed
Kata Tjuta, Uluru & Kings Canyon
Kakadu & East Alligator River
Kakadu & Litchfield National Parks
Kakadu & Katherine Gorge
Tropical Top End
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Inspiring Journeys
Short Breaks
Aussie Adventures
Hobart, Launceston
& Tasmania
Guided Holidays
Perfect Tasmania
Tassie’s Parks & Nature
Tassie Getaway
Tasmanian Wonders
Tassie’s Wilderness Icons
Tassie’s East Coast Highlights
Inspiring Journeys
Tasmanian Harvest
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Guided Holidays
Western Wonderland
East Meets Western Wonderland
Monkey Mia Dolphins & West Coast
South Western Escape
Untamed Kimberley
Wonders of the Kimberley
Untamed Kimberley & West Coast
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East Coast Islands & Rainforest
East Coast Beaches & Reef
Sydney, Reef & Rainforest
Cape York Frontier
Gulf Savannah Wanderer
Legendary Longreach & Winton
Birdsville Desert Escape
Short Breaks
Tropical Trails
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Tastes of Southern Australia
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Great Ocean Road & Kangaroo Island Escape 7
Southern Capitals – City Meets Bush
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Hunter Valley Wineries Escape
Kangaroo Island Escape
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Our New Zealand holidays 88
Booking Conditions 90
AAT Kings Cares | About our family 91
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I love where
I work.
You will too.
Ricky Driver Guide
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
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Kakadu National Park
More people choose to travel with AAT Kings than any other guided holiday company in Australia.
With more than 100 years experience, we’re highly regarded within our industry with a reputation
for great guest service, professionalism, safety and of course, amazing holidays. We’re committed
to maintaining this high standard and creating a memorable experience for our guests.
Our people and our service
At AAT Kings we pride ourselves on having the friendliest, happiest
and most experienced Travel Directors and Driver Guides in Australia.
We’ll tell fascinating stories and offer insights that will bring each
destination you visit to life. We’ll provide advice, recommendations
and directions and reveal ‘Hidden Gems’ you simply couldn’t
experience if travelling on your own. Our number one goal, every
day, is to share our love of travel and put a smile on your face.
A stress-free holiday
We take care of absolutely everything, so there’s no detailed
planning required on your behalf, other than finding the
time to go and choosing the right holiday for you.
Our history
AAT Kings’ story began in 1912 when the Pyke family pioneered
coach touring in Australia. Starting with self-drive car-hire in
7 seater vehicles in Sydney, we expanded to guided sightseeing tours.
By the 1960s, the company, then known as AAT, had become
Sydney’s largest tour operator and in the 1980s we teamed up
with pioneering adventurer Bill King’s Northern Safaris,
which ultimately led to the creation of what we know today as
AAT Kings. Connect to our history page: aatkings.com/history
AAT Kings cares
At AAT Kings we’re serious about our commitment to the community
and the environment. See page 91 for more information or visit:
treadright.org
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Great service
When you’re away from home, you need to know you can rely on someone with all the
answers; someone who will look after all your needs. Our fantastic team of Travel Directors,
Driver Guides and operations experts all work together to ensure your trip runs smoothly
from beginning to end. Come and meet the team – they’ll put a smile on your face!
Cairns
Hobart
Sydney
Meet Ricky
Meet Mark
Meet Carolyn
At Cape Tribulation
two of Australia’s
World Heritage-listed spots
come face-to-face: the
Wet Tropics rainforest and
the corals of the Great
Barrier Reef. Bringing
guests to this spectacular
part of my backyard is
always a special treat.
Aussies and international
visitors alike are always
energised by a visit to
iconic Bondi Beach. I
love sharing the history
and stories of Bondi,
especially the historic
role it played in moving
swimming from being a
controversial pastime!
I’m a born and bred
Tasmanian and proud
to share my home with
visitors. Apart from
sharing my favourite
places, I most like to tell
the stories of the amazing
characters who first
settled this gorgeous
part of the world!
Driver Guide
Driver Guide
Travel Director
Indigenous experiences
What an absolute honour it is for
our team to have the opportunity
to forge such strong relationships
with indigenous communities
throughout Australia.
We are proud to work with and share the
stories of the Anangu people in Central
Australia. Interactive dot painting lessons are
a highlight of holidays in the Red Centre. At
Mossman Gorge in North Queensland, being
welcomed with a traditional smoking ceremony
by a local Kuku Yalanji guide is mesmerising.
Medicines and food surround you in the
rainforest and it’s the local guide who will
share these secrets with you, opening your eyes
to how close the people are with the land.
Ngadiku Aboriginal Dreamtime Gorge Walk
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I ncluded Choice on
AAT Kings offers a range of Included Choice options on selected First Choice Guided Holidays.
At certain destinations, just choose an experience and our Travel Directors will tailor your itinerary
on itinerary pages for Included Choice options.
at no additional expense. Look for this symbol
Melbourne
Eureka
Skydeck
Visit Eureka Skydeck
for fantastic views of
Melbourne. With 360
degree floor to ceiling
views, it’s the Southern
Hemisphere’s highest
viewing platform.
Darwin
Jumping Crocs
Cruise
Experience a famous
Jumping Crocodile Cruise
on the Adelaide River.
Watch in awe as these
huge creatures leap out of
the water to grab a feed.
Don’t forget your camera!
Broome
Hovercraft
Flight
Experience the
magnificent scenic
and historic sights
of the Broome town
coastline. Your flight
includes a 1 hour scenic
tour accompanied
throughout by witty and
informative commentary.
Laneways
Walking Tour
Hunt & Gather
Food Tour
Crocosaurus
Cove
Waterfront
Lunch
Pearl Luggers
Tour
Camel
Ride
Melbourne’s laneways
hide many hidden
treasures and a walking
tour is the ideal
way to discover the
city’s quirkiest cafés,
independent designers,
street art, architecture
and historical tales.
Crocosaurus Cove allows
visitors a unique up-close
and personal view of
the iconic saltwater
crocodile and boasts the
world’s largest display of
Australian reptiles right
in the centre of Darwin.
Take an exciting Pearl
Luggers tour to hear
the intriguing stories of
early pearling and see
two restored pearling
luggers and memorabilia
including original hard-hat
diving suits and more.
Join a Hunt & Gather Food
Tour of Queen Victoria
Market to take in the life,
sounds and stories of the
historic marketplace and
taste your way around
the market’s seemingly
endless food stalls.
Sit back and relax over
a delicious lunch at one
of Darwin’s favourite
waterfront dining spots.
Enjoy the laid back vibe of
the city’s hippest dining
precinct while you indulge
in fresh seasonal produce.
Jump on board the camel
train and take a ride along
spectacular Cable Beach.
The iconic experience will
take you along the shores
of the Indian Ocean leaving
you relaxed with lifelong
memories to take home.
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New experiences in 2016
Food & Wine
Special Events
We’ve found more taste-bud
blowing local experiences to share
with our guests, like scallop pies in
Richmond, vanilla slice in Ross or
fish and chips at the beach – yum!
New Destinations
We have again introduced several exciting
new itineraries to new locations. Check
out our Queensland Outback (p74-75),
Broome to Perth itinerary (p62) or
combined cruise and land options (p20-22).
Why not choose a date that coincides with
a special event. For example, the Field of
Light art installation by Bruce Munro will
illuminate the heart of Australia in 2016
with 50,000 radiant frosted spheres.
Unique to AAT Kings
We’ll introduce you to local specialists
like botanists or stockmen and women to
really get beneath the skin of the places
we visit – oh & we’ll give you a group photo
as a memento of your fabulous holiday.
Included meals
AAT Kings included meals feature quality local produce, with many
breakfasts, lunches and dinners included, depending on the itinerary.
Breakfast daily on all holidays
On all AAT Kings Guided Holidays,
Inspiring Journeys & Aussie Adventures a
hearty breakfast is included every day.
Lunches & dinners
On Guided Holidays, Inspiring Journeys &
Aussie Adventures some lunches and many
dinners are included. On selected First
Choice Guided Holidays dinners include
wine. Check itinerary pages for details.
‘Highlight dinners’ & ‘You’re invited’
AAT Kings ‘First Choice’ Guided Holidays
include special dining occasions like our
‘Highlight dinners’ and ‘You’re invited’
local dining experiences. Encounters that
capture the essence of a place through its
history, its locals and its unique cuisine.
‘Welcome receptions’ & ‘Farewell dinners’
At the start of a Guided Holiday, your Travel
Director gathers the group together to
outline your holiday and introduce everyone.
When travelling with people from around
the world, it’s a great way to get to know
your travelling companions. And at the end
of your holiday, you’ll also want to celebrate
after experiencing so much together, with
many laughs and smiles. It’s also a chance
to exchange contact details, as many people
make lifelong friends on an AAT Kings holiday.
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Stay in
comfort
AAT Kings’ accommodation has been selected for comfort,
location and facilities. Comfort means a clean room
with a soft bed and an en-suite. Plus extras like a bar,
often a pool and guest laundry. Our hotel range includes
brands like Crowne Plaza, Novotel, Vibe, Mercure and
Stamford Plaza, and feature resorts like Hamilton Island,
Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa, Cradle Mountain Lodge
and Voyages Ayers Rock Resort to name but a few.
Upon arrival
When you travel with AAT Kings, we look after everything. So when you arrive
at your hotel for the night on our signature Guided Holidays and Inspiring
Journeys, there’s no need to check-in. Your luggage will be taken straight to
your room. Plus, we’ve already taken care of porterage and housekeeping
tips as well. On easy going Aussie Adventures facilities may be shared.
Hamilton Island, The Whitsundays
Our signature holiday accommodation
Guided
Holidays
Style, ease & comfort
We look for great locations, great
views and great service when
choosing our Guided Holiday hotels.
We are constantly reviewing our
guest feedback to ensure experiences
meet our high expectations. We
need to know you are waking up
refreshed and relaxed to ensure you
make the most of your day with us.
Short
Breaks
Your choice of accommodation
With numerous standards of
quality accommodation on offer,
guests can choose an option that
best suits their needs and budget.
Cable Beach Club Resort, Broome
To stay at this resort feels like you’ve stepped in to
a luxurious tropical oasis with swaying palms and
the ocean breeze. With views of Cable Beach, it’s the
perfect location for catching those famous sunsets!
Wrest Point, Hobart
Such an iconic property with views as far as the eye can
see down the Derwent River, perfect for a sundowner
at the bar. Naturally the in-house facilities, like the
boutique casino, are a bit of a selling point too!
Crowne Plaza, Melbourne
It’s the impeccable service, location and views of the
Yarra River from your room that make your stay so
special. And you’ve never seen a breakfast spread
like it. They’ll cook your eggs to order! Yummo!
Travelodge Mirambeena Resort,
Darwin (Budget)
Simple, clean and comfortable. This budget
accommodation is no-frills, but everything you need and
more. You can’t look past a refreshing drink at the pool bar.
Vibe Hotel, Sydney (Standard)
You’re only a stone’s throw from the city’s funkiest bars
and restaurants in Surry Hills, the vibe of China Town
and world-class shopping precincts. And you can’t go
past the in-house Spanish tapas restaurant, deliciosa!
The Hilton, Cairns (Superior)
Location, location, location! You’re only steps away from
some of the hottest waterfront dining spots, your cruise
to the reef and the centre of town. And with a name like
Hilton, you know the level of service you can expect.
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Sleep on the reef with us! All
our coastal Queensland Guided
Holidays stay at the beautiful
Hamilton Island Resort.
Ant Managing Director
DoubleTree by Hilton
Alice Springs
Our small group accommodation
Inspiring
Journeys
Boutique, unique, luxurious
Hand-picked for unique
elements available at each
property, with personalisation
of experiences at the fore,
we have chosen the absolute
best available accommodation
option in each location.
Aussie
Adventures
Affordable & fun
Our Aussie Adventures guests want
value for money, but they also
want clean and comfortable when
it comes to their bed for the night.
All our Aussie accommodation
partners deliver on this premise.
We also look for central locations
and a fun, social atmosphere.
Cicada Lodge,
Nitmiluk National Park
Luxury outback chic with the feeling of being immersed in
nature - the hidden gem of the Northern Territory. They’ll
even treat you to a night cap before you retire for the night!
Henry Jones Art Hotel, Hobart
It’s all about personal touches. Like arriving in your room to
a letter that lists the names of all the Tasmanian convicts
bearing your surname. And the charming staff have mastered
the knack of making you feel like the only person in-house.
Sails in the Desert, Ayers Rock
The perfect contrast to Uluru’s raw natural beauty,
‘Sails’ combines the outback with luxury and
one of the best bits is the in-house art gallery
showcasing unique Indigenous artworks.
Anbinik Kakadu Resort
Clean, comfortable, spacious rooms in the heart
of Kakadu National Park. The pool is perfect
for cooling off after a day of sightseeing.
YHA, Hunter Valley
A hostel among the vines? Absolutely! Only when
you’re travelling with Aussie Adventures.
Outback Pioneer Lodge, Ayers Rock
This is where all the action happens at Ayers
Rock Resort. With live entertainment every
night of the week, it’s the place to be.
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Travel in style
Rex Lookout, Queensland
Throughout your holiday your mode of
transport will vary depending on the area
we’re travelling to. The most common mode
of transport will be luxury coach. This allows
us to explore the core of each destination in
style and comfort. All AAT Kings’ itineraries
include scheduled and regular rest breaks.
Our fleet
Our fleet of over 70 luxurious
vehicles is the newest in Australia.
All our fully air-conditioned coaches
feature reclining seats with seat
belts and footrests, panoramic
windows, an on-board restroom,
two-door access and state-of-the-art
technologies, including DVD player,
GPS and PA. With an extensive
network of depots across Australia,
our holidays are fully supported.
Friendly team
Our Driver Guides have years of
experience in ensuring that our
guests have a comfortable
and smooth journey aboard an
AAT Kings coach. They provide doorto-door service from your hotel to
major sights and destinations along
the way and work closely with our
Travel Directors and Guides. Your
Travel Director will ensure that
your luggage is collected from your
room and your Driver Guide will
load it on to the coach every time.
WiFi
All of our coaches are equipped with
charging points and free WiFi, to
keep you in touch with the outside
world (WiFi speed and reception
may vary in remote areas).
Our fleet is the newest in
Australia with state-of-the-art
technology, including ‘kneeling’
coaches that can be lowered to
the ground at the front to ensure
the step in and out is minimised.
Jimi Head of Coach
More ways to travel
Over the course of your holiday, depending on
the itinerary or optional experience, you could
also find yourself on scenic train rides and
flights, helicopter and boat rides, river and
ocean cruises, on foot or maybe even a camel.
Airport transfers
All guests receive complimentary
transfers between designated
airports and AAT Kings’ hotels
on the scheduled start and end
day of Guided Holidays, Inspiring
Journeys and Short Breaks; and on
other days in conjunction with pre
and post holiday accommodation
when booked with AAT Kings.
Daintree River cruise
The finishing
touches
All guests on AAT Kings Guided
Holidays receive a complimentary
travel wallet and luggage tag.
Plus, we’ll give you a map of
Australia to follow your journey
as a memento of your holiday.
Ocean cruise
The Ghan rail journey
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discount with your Kings
Club past guest discount &
save more! Ask us how.
Early payment discounts
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when you pay in full by 30 November 2015
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when you pay in full by 15 February 2016
Available on selected Guided Holidays (First Choice, Best Buys) and Inspiring Journeys – see itinerary pages. Discount applies only to the land content portion of the holiday. Can be combined with other discounts where
applicable. The full amount must be paid by the designated date. Subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time. For more info: aatkings.com/booking-conditions
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Kings Club is for guests who have previously travelled with
AAT Kings and our family of companies including Trafalgar,
Insight Vacations, Contiki and Uniworld. Membership is
free and you are automatically entitled to our Kings Club
Past Guest Discount of 5% off your next Guided Holiday.
2nd holiday discount
Concession cards
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Add a Day Tour
Young travellers
2.5% off
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holidays at the same time.
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when you book a triple room.
10% off
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Day Tours when purchased with
an AAT Kings Guided Holiday.
Group Travel
Pensioners (Australia or New Zealand) and Seniors Card holders
(Australia) save with our concession discounts. Students can save
on AAT Kings operated Day Tours.
If you don’t want to pay the single supplement on Guided Holidays
you can share with a guest of the same gender at no extra cost. If
we fail to match you, we will accommodate you in a single room.
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Children 5-15 years of age get a discount when sharing a room
with an adult (limit of one discount per room), and receive a
discount off the adult price of AAT Kings operated Day Tours.
5-16 people – everybody saves 5% | 17 people – one guest goes free
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We can also tailor an itinerary for you and your group. For specialised group bookings (15 people or more) email: [email protected]
Conditions
1. Discounts apply only to the land component
of the holiday (do not apply to pre or post
accommodation, holidays incorporating rail
or cruise components, or third party operated
holidays/day tours).
2. Kings Club Past Guest Discount – one discount
will be available per person, per Guided Holiday.
You must have travelled with us before you can
redeem the discount.
3. 2nd holiday discount applies to AAT Kings operated
Guided Holidays (First Choice, Best Buys) & Inspiring
Journeys. Holidays must be booked at the same
time and the discount is per person off the Land Only
portion of the holiday with the shortest duration.
4. The triple share discount is available when 3 guests
share a twin or double room with an extra bed
(foldaway, sofabed or rollaway). Triple share is not
available at all hotels.
5. Travelling alone discount applies only to AAT Kings
operated Guided Holidays (First Choice, Best Buys).
It does not apply to Inspiring Journeys,
Gold Seal Additional Protection
Coverage for Cancellation
& Return Flight Security
only $75 per person
Most guided holiday companies are
interested in their guests only after
they reach their destination. But with
AAT Kings, you get a great deal
even before you leave home with
our Gold Seal Additional Protection
plan for only $75 per person
(payable at time of booking).
Gold Seal Additional
Protection includes:
Pre-paid Cancellation Option
Your deposit and/or payment to
AAT Kings will be refunded should
you cancel your AAT Kings operated
Guided Holiday or Inspiring Journey*
for any reason prior to departure. This
cancellation option covers the land
arrangements made by AAT Kings
only. The Cancellation Option fee
is not refundable for any reason.
Short Breaks and Aussie Adventures.
6. Group Travel option applies only to AAT Kings
operated holidays.
7. Refer to aatkings.com/combined or call AAT Kings
for a full list of which discounts can be combined.
*Excludes Short Breaks, Day Tours and Aussie Adventures
†Medical certificates must be supplied as proof of all illness claims
On Your Guided Holiday
or Inspiring Journey
Return Flight Security
If you or a member of your direct family
in Australia should fall sick† while you
Should you or your travel companion
are on your AAT Kings Guided Holiday
leave at any time during the Guided
or Inspiring Journey, we will take care
Holiday or Inspiring Journey for personal
of the additional cost of tickets for
sickness reasons or be required to
your earlier or later return home in
return home due to injury, sickness or
the same booking class of air travel
death, you and your companion will
on the first available flight, provided
be refunded $40 per person per day
you hold round-trip airline tickets on
for the unused portion of the itinerary.
AAT Kings recommended airline/s
(Please note that in some cases hotels
booked through AAT Kings Pty Ltd.
require a one-night cancellation fee.)
A Doctor’s certificate is required.
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It was a real blast to have guests visit over the past year &
say they saw me in last year’s brochure. Well, I’m still here!
I’m not sure I can imagine living anywhere else. The Northern
Territory is a truly amazing place and I love sharing my
favourite places and stories with guests. Litchfield and its
cooling waterfalls remains one of my favourite places to
share. Visiting Kakadu and seeing wild crocs during the cruise
on Yellow Water Billabong quite often leaves guests lost for
words. But I particularly enjoy sharing the stories at this
amazing part of the Top End, Nourlangie. I hope to see you
soon, and be sure to say you saw me in the brochure!
Robert Driver Guide
Nourlangie
Cultural Experiences
The Arrernte Traditional Owners, Alice Springs
At Alice Springs Desert Park, Aboriginal
guides will introduce you to the life and
traditions of the Arrernte people, the original
custodians of the Arrernte lands around
Alice Springs. You’ll learn how to search
for bush food and water in the desert, and
about the role of the kinship system in Arrernte life.
The Anangu Traditional Owners, Uluru & Kata Tjuta
Anangu are the traditional owners of Uluru, Kata Tjuta
and the surrounding land. Experience and share Aboriginal
culture and get a unique insight into indigenous life and
traditions. You’ll learn about bush tucker and be inspired
by the stories, songs and dances of ancient ancestors. You
could also try your hand at fire lighting, spear throwing,
traditional wood carving or even traditional painting.
Natural Wonders
Uluru – Kata Tjuta National Park In the dreaming heart of Australia, the iconic monolith
of Uluru and the 36 domes of Kata Tjuta bring the spirit
of this ancient land to life. You’ll be mesmerised by the
desert’s changing moods and the many shades of colour
for which these awe-inspiring icons are world famous.
Kakadu National Park World Heritage listed Kakadu
is Australia’s largest National
Park. The combination of
mangrove fringed coasts,
expansive flood plains, lowland
hills, open woodland, rich
forest habitats and escarpment
country make it one of the
most diverse landscapes in the world.
Uluru, Darwin &
Northern Territory
Australia’s
Dreaming Heart
The Northern Territory, home to iconic Uluru (Ayers Rock)
and Kakadu National Park, is the heart of the country in
so many ways. Full of rich and authentic experiences,
vibrant indigenous culture and ancient landscapes, the
spiritual Red Centre is a destination like no other. On an
AAT Kings holiday, there’s something new to experience
every single day. Take a dip in a crystal clear waterhole,
watch the most inspiring sunrise and sunset at Uluru
and enjoy an Aussie BBQ under the stars. Climb to the
rim of Kings Canyon for breathtaking views, or spot
crocodiles while cruising the Yellow Water Billabong. The
fun doesn’t stop there – learn how to play a didgeridoo,
taste Aussie ‘bush tucker’ or take a camel ride through
sand dune country! You’ll see wildlife you never knew
existed and meet local characters whose warmth and
humour will stay with you long after you return home.
Learn more about the Northern Territory at
aatkings.com/northern-territory
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Outback Adventure
15 days
Kings Canyon
• Join a food expert at
Adelaide Central Market
• Wine tasting in the
Clare Valley
• Hike to Wilpena Pound
• Discover opals at
Coober Pedy
• Wine & canapés while
watching the magnificent
Uluru Sunset
• Explore Kata Tjuta
• Learn about indigenous
culture in the Red Centre
• Climb Kings Canyon
• Indulge in a unique
Aussie BBQ experience
at Earth Sanctuary
• Discover the Devils Marbles
• Enjoy a cooling ale at Daly
Waters Historic Pub
• Swim at Mataranka
Thermal Springs
• Cruise on Katherine Gorge
& discover ancient rock art
• Discover wildlife on the
Yellow Water Billabong
• View the rock art galleries
of Ubirr in Kakadu
• Swim beneath Litchfield’s
pristine waterfalls
• Sail Darwin Harbour
on a dinner cruise
Day 1: Welcome to Adelaide
This afternoon explore the sights
of Adelaide then join a local food
expert for a guided tour of 140 year
old Adelaide Central Market. Enjoy
the hustle and bustle, sample the
culinary delights, meet the traders
and share the history and secrets
of the colourful marketplace. Relax
with your Travel Director and fellow
travellers at a welcome reception and
dinner at one of Adelaide’s newest
restaurants, La Boca Bar and Grill.
Hotel: Stamford Plaza, Adelaide. DW
Day 2: Adelaide – Flinders Ranges
Today travel to the Clare Valley
for a wine tasting at Jesuit owned
Sevenhill Cellars, the oldest existing
winery in the region. Explore the
picturesque grounds including St.
Aloysius Church and take a stroll
through the vines before stopping
in Clare at lunchtime. Later, travel
through the spectacular Flinders
Ranges to Wilpena Pound, a
remarkable natural amphitheatre
covering nearly 8,000 hectares.
Pass the intriguing ruins of deserted
pastoral leases and keep an eye out
for mobs of emus on the plains as
dusk draws near. Hotel: Wilpena
Pound Resort, Flinders Ranges. B DW
Day 3: Flinders Ranges
– Port Augusta
Take a spectacular walk with your
Travel Director to Hills Homestead
and Wangarra Lookout for incredible
views of Wilpena Pound. You’ll
likely see wild emus and kangaroos
grazing along the riverbank. Journey
through Pitchi Richi Pass and historic
Quorn on your way to Port Augusta.
Visit Wadlata Outback Centre then
venture to Cena on Chapel for a
delicious dinner. Hotel: Majestic Oasis
Apartments, Port Augusta. B DW
Day 4: Port Augusta – Coober Pedy
Visit Woomera, then travel through
salt lake country watching as the
landscape changes as you near
isolated Coober Pedy, Australia’s opal
capital! Visit an underground church
and home with a local guide and view
an opal demonstration. Tonight enjoy
dinner at Umbertos Restaurant.
Hotel: Desert Cave Hotel,
Coober Pedy. B DW
Day 5: Coober Pedy – Ayers Rock
Cross the border into the Northern
Territory and continue to Uluru –
Kata Tjuta National Park. Enter the
dual World Heritage listed National
Park to enjoy gourmet canapés and
wine at the Uluru sunset viewing
area, ‘Sunset Strip’. As the sun
sets over the western horizon, the
evening sky brings out the many
shades of colour for which Uluru is
renowned. Hotel: Desert Gardens
Hotel, Ayers Rock Resort, 2 nights. B
Day 6: Kata Tjuta (the Olgas)
See the Red Centre set alight by the
morning’s first rays of sunlight. After
sunrise tour the base of Uluru. You
may like to take a self-guided stroll
around the 11km base of ‘The Rock’ or
enjoy a guided walk with your Travel
Director to Mutitjulu Waterhole. You’ll
view Aboriginal rock paintings as
your Travel Director interprets their
meaning and significance. Visit Uluru
– Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre where
there is time to purchase some locally
made Aboriginal art and learn more
about the Western Desert region. This
afternoon visit the spectacular domes
of Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) and walk
through Walpa Gorge, following the
natural creek bed between two of the
main domes. Take in a magnificent
outback sunset at Kata Tjuta while you
enjoy sparkling wine and nibbles. B
Day 7: Ayers Rock – Kings Canyon
Travel to Kings Canyon Resort. On
the way, marvel at Atila (Mt. Conner),
the ‘forgotten wonder of Central
Australia’ and stop for a lunch break
at Kings Creek Station. Originally
vacant crown land, the station now
runs cattle and is the largest exporter
of wild camels in Australia. Learn the
intriguing story of owners, Ian and
Lynn Conway and their dedication
to Aboriginal children in the region’s
remote communities. Why not taste
one of their famous camel burgers
for lunch? You don’t want to miss
out! Now get ready for spectacular
sightseeing. You’re off on a 6km rim
walk exploration of Kings Canyon,
which will reward you with marvellous
views of Watarrka National Park. An
easier walk along the boulder-strewn
canyon creek bed is also available.
Hotel: Kings Canyon Resort. B DW
Kata Tjuta (the Olgas)
Discover the Australian outback on a journey from Adelaide, through the Red Centre
to Darwin in the Top End. You’ll witness the stunning beauty of Australia’s vast and
varied landscapes including the rugged Flinders Ranges, ancient Uluru and Kata Tjuta
and the lush wetlands of Kakadu National Park.
Inclusions
•Experienced Travel Director
& Driver Guide
•Quality accommodation
•Travel by luxury coach
•Included Choice Experiences
Guided
Holidays
DARWIN 2
1 JABIRU
1 KATHERINE
Litchfield
National
Park
Dining
•Full buffet breakfasts (14) B
•‘You’re invited’ dinner (1) YD
•Dinners with wine (8) DW
•Farewell dinner (1) FD
Mataranka
15 days from
Karlu Karlu
KINGS CANYON 1
1 TENNANT CREEK
Per Person Twin Share Land Only
COOBER PEDY
Code: NAAD
Also available in reverse as NCDA
AYERS ROCK
1
Day 1 – flights to arrive prior to
12 noon into Adelaide Airport
Day 15 – flights to depart
anytime from Darwin Airport
FLINDERS
RANGES
Woomera
1
1
PORT AUGUSTA
Flights are not included in the holiday price.
Start
End
$5475
2 ALICE SPRINGS
2
Airport
transfers
1
Clare
Valley
ADELAIDE
Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
Adelaide to Darwin
$5475
$5650
$1570
$1475
Per Person Twin Share
Single Supplement Option
2016
Start Mar29
End
Apr 12
$5650
Day 9: Aboriginal Culture
Learn about the life and survival
of the Arrernte People, including
the search for water and bush
food, from a local Aboriginal guide
at Alice Springs Desert Park. Visit
the Nocturnal House and enjoy a
captivating Birds of Prey presentation.
Continue to the Royal Flying Doctor
Service and learn how the facility
brings first class health services to
people living in the bush.
‘You’re
invited’ this evening by Joe, Dan,
Tommy and Ben Falzon for a home
cooked gourmet BBQ dinner at Earth
Sanctuary World Nature Centre. Join
them as they share stories of ecology,
culture and astronomy and even lead
you on a sing-a-long accompanied
by the didgeridoo and guitar. It will
be a night to remember! B YD
Day 10: Alice Springs – Tennant Creek
Your first stop is the School of the
Air. Witness a live class room lesson
broadcast over 1.3 million square
kilometres, to children living in remote
locations who would otherwise have
no access to public education. Later,
travel north towards Tennant Creek
back some 20,000 years. Climb to
the top of this rocky outcrop for
spectacular views in the dusk light
over the flood plains and escarpment
country. You may recognise the
location from the famous Australian
film, Crocodile Dundee!
Hotel: Mercure Kakadu Crocodile
Hotel, Jabiru. B DW
Day 11: Tennant Creek – Katherine
Today you’ll travel north and visit
eccentric Daly Waters Historic Pub
for a refreshing ale at lunchtime.
Continue to Mataranka, ‘Land of the
Never Never’. At Mataranka you can
visit a replica of the original Elsey
Homestead, used in the filming
of ‘We of the Never Never’, an
autobiographical film about Jeannie
Gunn’s life in the Outback. Or, you
may take the palm lined walkway
for a swim in the famous thermal
springs – a bit of a must do! Travel
on to Katherine for the night. Hotel:
Paraway Motel, Katherine. B DW
Day 13: Kakadu – Litchfield – Darwin
This morning, maybe take an optional
flight over Kakadu and Arnhem
Land before you travel to Litchfield
National Park. You’ll stop at the
incredible Termite Mounds and then
Florence Falls to view the famous
plunge pool from a high vantage
point. Venture on to tropical Wangi
Falls for a relaxing swim in the large
crystal clear waterhole before you
continue to Darwin. Why not take
the opportunity to visit the colourful
Mindil Beach Sunset Market for a
spectacular sunset over the Timor
Sea. Wow! Hotel: Mantra on the
Esplanade, Darwin, 2 nights. B
Day 12: Katherine – Kakadu
Join your local guide on a serene early
morning cruise through Katherine
Gorge in Nitmiluk National Park.
Discover the cultural significance
of this ancient waterway to the
traditional landowners, the Jawoyn,
and keep an eye out for the resident
crocodiles. Continue to Kakadu
National Park via Pine Creek. We
recommend treating yourself to a
mango smoothie along the way!
Travel deep into Kakadu for a cruise on
the famous Yellow Water Billabong.
You should see a stunning variety of
birdlife such as sea eagles, brolgas
and with any luck, fascinating little
kingfishers. You’ll also see feared
estuarine crocodiles basking in the
muddy shallows. Continue to Ubirr
and view Aboriginal rock art dating
Day 14: Darwin Included Choice
Today choose from a selection
of Included Choice sightseeing
experiences. You have the option
of taking the Jumping Crocodile
Cruise, enjoying lunch at a restaurant
overlooking the waterfront or you can
visit Crocosaurus Cove. This evening
join your Travel Director and fellow
travellers for a farewell dinner cruise
on Darwin Harbour. Enjoy a delicious
buffet meal as you watch the sun set
over Darwin and the surrounding area
– it’s time to celebrate your Northern
Territory outback adventure (cruise is
seasonal). B FD
Day 15: Farewell from Darwin
Bid your fellow travellers goodbye
when your incredible holiday
concludes after breakfast. B
2017
Start Jan01
Mar11
$5825
$1495
Apr05
Apr 26
May24
Jun14
Apr04
Apr 23
May23
Jun13
$1475
Apr19
May10
Jun 07
Jun28
$6050
$1675
Jul05
Jul 26
Aug23
Sep13
Sep20
Oct04
Jul04
Jul 25
Aug22
Sep12
Sep19
Oct03
Jul19
Aug09
Sep 06
Sep27
Oct04
Oct18
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Mar25
$1650
stopping at interesting Wycliffe
Well on the way to visit Karlu Karlu
(Devils Marbles). You’ll have plenty of
time to walk around the precariously
balanced boulders. End the day at
Tennant Creek, an old gold mining
town along the Stuart Highway.
Hotel: Bluestone Motor Inn,
Tennant Creek. B DW
$5875
Day 8: Kings Canyon – Alice Springs
Today we journey to Alice Springs.
Travel across vast cattle properties
and get a feel for just how expansive
the Outback is. In Alice Springs
visit the historic Telegraph Station,
established in 1872. It first served
for 60 years as one of 12 stations
along the Overland Telegraph Line
that stretched 3,000km to relay
messages between Adelaide and
Darwin. It later served as a school for
Aboriginal children and was known
as ‘The Bungalow’. Top off the day
at Anzac Hill for panoramic views
over Alice Springs. Hotel: Chifley
Alice Springs Resort, 2 nights. B
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Apr18
May07
Jun 06
Jun27
Jul18
Aug08
Sep 05
Sep26
Oct03
Oct17
Visit aatkings.com/naad for all Definite Departure dates
and for the reverse itinerary from Darwin to Adelaide
(Code: NCDA)
Ways to Save
Early payment discount
Pay by 30 Nov 2015 Save up to $590
Pay by 15 Feb 2016 Save up to $295
Kings Club early payment discount
Young traveller Triple share Kings Club Concession card Save up to $590
Save up to $295
Save up to $295
Save $75
All savings are per person. See discounts details on
page 15. Note: Itinerary, departure dates & prices
may change from 01/04/17.
Optional Experience:
Uluru BBQ
Experience a real Aussie barbecue
with sparkling wine at our exclusive
venue. Relax and swap travel stories
while you take in the ambience of an
Uluru sunset. With luck, the weather
will reward you with a star laden sky.
Ask your Travel Director for details.
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Ocean & Outback
AAT Kings +
Princess Cruises
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Sun Ship
Combining a cruise in the waters around Australia with an amazing land journey through the heart of Australia is the
best way to enjoy this vast country. The hardest thing you need to do is choose which part of the outside of Australia you
wish to cruise to and then we’ll take care of the rest. Western Australia, the Torres Strait or Queensland’s Great Barrier
Reef – what will it be? Choose a holiday below, then use the map on page 21 to see its combined land and sea route.
Ocean to Outback | Sydney to Adelaide | 25 days
Day 1: Sydney to Sea
This afternoon it’s time to board your
ocean liner and get ready to enjoy the
next week sailing the waters between
Sydney and Darwin. Spend the
evening getting acquainted with the
ship and meeting fellow passengers.
Days 1-11 at SEA:
Sydney to Darwin
on Princess Cruises >
Days 11-25 on LAND:
Darwin to Adelaide
on Outback Adventure
Day 2: At Sea
Day 3: Brisbane
See pages 18-19 for the land itinerary
Ask us about the option to finish at Ayers Rock
From
$8685 Inside Cabin
Outside Cabin
Balcony Cabin
Twin*
8685
9548
10345
Code: NDACA
Single*
12650
14377
15971
Twin^
9418
10215
10635
Single^
14092
15686
16524
Departs: *28 Aug 2016 & ^27 Apr 2017
Once considered the ‘country cousin’
among Australian cities, Brisbane
is today the nation’s third-largest
city - and one of the most desirable
places to live in the country. Lying
on the banks of the meandering
Brisbane River, this cosmopolitan
city boasts elegant 19th-century
sandstone buildings, a lively cultural
scene and superb parklands.
Brisbane is known as Australia’s
“new world city” for good reason.
Days 4 to 5: At Sea
Day 6: Yorkeys Knob
The picturesque town of Yorkeys
Knob is your gateway to Cairns, one
of the country’s hottest holiday
destinations. Cairns boasts two of
Australia’s great natural wonders. Just
offshore, living coral forms the Great
Barrier Reef and inland lies the ancient
rainforest of Daintree National Park.
find that too. This town was the
site of fierce fighting during World
War II. Today, it’s a peaceful retreat
offering plenty of time to relax and
connect with nature. Beyond the
city you’ll find a tropical rainforest
full of birds of paradise and a
laid-back ease worth discovering.
Days 9 to 10: At Sea
Day 11: Darwin
Today your cruise concludes. It’s
time to put your feet back on solid
ground and enjoy your trip through
the vast Australian Outback.
Day 7: At Sea
Day 8: Alotau, Papua New Guinea Days 11-25: Darwin to Adelaide
Welcome to an undiscovered paradise
of white-sand beaches, crystal
waterfalls and volcanic mountains.
And if you’ve come for history, you’ll
On Outback Adventure. See pages
18-19 for the land itinerary.
Ocean to Outback | Sydney to Adelaide | 26 days
Day 1: Sydney to Sea
Days 1-12 at SEA:
Sydney to Darwin
Days 12-26 on LAND:
Darwin to Adelaide
From
$9280 Inside Cabin
Outside Cabin
Balcony Cabin
Twin
9280
9945
10415
Departs 17 Oct 2016
Code: NDACB
Single
13920
15247
16189
ocean liner and get ready to enjoy
the next week sailing the waters
between Sydney and Darwin.
Day 2: At Sea
Day 3: Brisbane
Brisbane is the nation’s third-largest
city. Lying on the banks of the giant
and meandering Brisbane River, this
cosmopolitan city boasts elegant 19thcentury sandstone buildings, a lively
cultural scene and superb parklands.
Day 4: At Sea
Day 5: Airlie Beach
Airlie Beach is your gateway to
the Whitsundays. These 74 islands
feature pristine fringing reefs, calm,
lagoon-like waters, and superb
beaches. Enjoy today exploring
the islands or relax at one of the
mainland’s cafés or restaurants.
Day 6: At Sea
Day 7: Yorkeys Knob
Knob is your gateway to Cairns one of the country’s hottest holiday
Australia’s great natural wonders. Just
offshore, living coral forms the Great
Barrier Reef and inland lies the ancient
rainforest of Daintree National Park.
If you’ve come for history, you’ll
find that, too! This town was the
site of fierce fighting during World
War II. Today, it’s a peaceful retreat
offering plenty of time to relax and
connect with nature. Beyond the
city you’ll find a tropical rainforest
full of birds of paradise and a
laid-back ease worth discovering.
Day 12: Darwin
Today your cruise concludes and
it’s time to put your feet back on
solid ground and enjoy your trip
through the incredible Outback.
Day 8: At Sea
Day 9: Alotau, Papua New Guinea Days 12-26: Darwin to Adelaide
Cruise
• Five star service
• On board activities
for all ages
• World class live
entertainment and
theatre shows
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LEGEND
OUTBACK ADVENTURE
NDACA
NDACB
NDACD
NDACE
NADCA
NADCC
NADCD
Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
Alotau
15 days
DARWIN
2
Kakadu
JABIRU
1 KATHERINE
Litchfield Mataranka
National
Park
Broome
TENNANT
1 CREEK
Karlu Karlu
Kimberley Coast
• Movies under the stars
• Enrichment activities
• World class dining
and formal evenings
KINGS CANYON 1
Yorkeys
Knob
Airlie
Beach
2 ALICE SPRINGS
2
AYERS ROCK
• Special interest events
and seminars at sea
COOBER PEDY
• Cruise with like
minded travellers from
around the globe
• Unique itineraries
including extraordinary
destinations
Port
Douglas
1
1
Geraldton
Fremantle
(Perth)
Albany
Margaret
River
Woomera
1
1
PORT AUGUSTA
Brisbane
FLINDERS
RANGES
1
Clare
Valley
ADELAIDE
Sydney
Ocean to Outback | Fremantle to Adelaide | 22 days
Day 1: Fremantle to Sea
Days 1-8 at SEA:
Fremantle to Darwin
Days 8-22 on LAND:
Darwin to Adelaide
From
$8248 Inside Cabin
Outside Cabin
Balcony Cabin
Code: NDACD
Twin
8248
8638
8975
Single
12106
12887
13562
Departs: 08 Jan 2017
This afternoon get ready to enjoy
the next week sailing between
Fremantle and Darwin. Spend the
evening getting acquainted with the
ship and meeting fellow passengers.
Day 2: Geraldton
Geraldton boasts a superb
Mediterranean climate, scenic
beauty and pristine beaches. In
1692 the Dutch East India Company
ship Batavia was wrecked on the
Abrolhos Islands and this part of
Western Australia was thereafter
named the Batavia Coast.
Days 3 to 4: At Sea
Day 5: Broome
Welcome to Broome, the ‘pearling
capital of the world’! For all its
importance to the historic pearling
industry, Broome remained a remote
outpost on Australia’s Kimberley
Coast until its discovery as a travel
destination. The legacy of its pearling
days can be seen in the town’s
colourful mix of 19th- and early 20th
century buildings. Broome also boasts
spectacular Cable Beach, 22 kilometres
of white-sand that stretches along
the azure waters of the Indian Ocean.
Day 6: Kimberley Coast
Boasting over 8,000 kilometres of
ruggedly beautiful coastline, the
Kimberley Coast has remained so
unspoiled it has been identified as
one of the least impacted marine
environments in the world. As you
approach you’ll make out dramatic red
cliffs that stand out in stark contrast
to the aquamarine waters of the
fringing reefs below. More than 2,600
islands are scattered beyond the reefs,
serving as nesting grounds to a variety
of seabirds, including cormorants,
giant Australian pelicans and Redfooted Boobies. It’s some of the most
breathtaking scenery in the world and
the best place to see it is from the sea.
Day 7: At Sea
Day 8: Darwin
it’s time to put your feet back on
solid ground and enjoy your trip
through the incredible Outback.
Days 8-22: Darwin to Adelaide
Ocean to Outback | Adelaide to Adelaide | 26 days
Day 1: Adelaide to Sea
Days 1-12 at SEA:
Adelaide to Darwin
Days 12-26 on LAND:
Darwin to Adelaide
From
$8735 Inside Cabin
Outside Cabin
Balcony Cabin
Code: NDACE
Twin
8735
9410
9999
Departs 14 Mar 2017
Single
13227
14580
15763
This afternoon board your ocean
liner for a week of sailing the waters
between Adelaide and Darwin.
Days 2 to 3: At Sea
Day 4: Albany
In 1914, 41,000 Australians and New
Zealanders left Albany for WWI. Visit
the National Anzac Centre or even tour
one of the area’s excellent wineries.
Day 5: Margaret River
The magic of the Margaret River
area beckons with 120 premium
wineries and farm gate producers,
ancient caves, Aboriginal culture
and picture perfect scenery.
Day 6: Fremantle
Explore cosmopolitan Fremantle or
head further to Perth. Wander the
foreshore and enjoy some Aussie fish
and chips for lunch or sip a cooling ale.
Days 7 to 8: At Sea
Day 9: Broome
capital of the world’. It boasts
spectacular Cable Beach, 22 kilometres
of white-sand that stretches along
the azure waters of the Indian Ocean.
Kimberley Coast has remained so
unspoiled it has been identified as
one of the least impacted marine
approach you’ll make out dramatic red
cliffs that stand out in stark contrast
to the aquamarine waters of the
fringing reefs below. More than 2,600
islands are scattered beyond the reefs,
serving as nesting grounds to a variety
of seabirds, including cormorants,
giant Australian pelicans and Redfooted Boobies. It’s some of the most
breathtaking scenery in the world and
the best place to see it is from the sea.
Day 11: At Sea
Day 12: Darwin
it’s time to enjoy your trip through
the vast Australian Outback.
Days 12-26: Darwin to Adelaide
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Ocean & Outback
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continued
Outback to Ocean | Adelaide to Fremantle | 23 days
Days 1-15: Adelaide to Darwin
Days 1-15 on LAND:
Adelaide to Darwin
Day 15: Darwin Free Time
Ask us about the option to start at Ayers Rock
Days 15-23 at SEA:
Darwin to Fremantle
From
$7890 Inside Cabin
Outside Cabin
Balcony Cabin
Twin*
7890
8515
9200
Code: NADCA
Single*
11278
12524
13628
Twin^
8299
8850
9325
Single^
12069
13119
13797
Departs: *23 Aug 2016 & ^23 Apr 2017
Note: 23 April 2017 is one day shorter
Take a day to relax before you board
your cruise tomorrow.
Day 16: Darwin to Sea
This afternoon it’s time to board
your ocean liner, unpack for one
last time and get ready to enjoy
the next week sailing the waters
between Darwin and Fremantle.
Day 17: At Sea
Kimberley Coast has been identified
as one of the least impacted marine
approach you’ll make out dramatic
red cliffs that stand out in stark
contrast to the aquamarine waters of
the fringing reefs below. More than
2,600 islands are scattered beyond
the reefs, serving as nesting grounds
to a variety of seabirds, including
cormorants, giant Australian
pelicans and Red-footed Boobies.
Day 22: Geraldton
capital of the world’, a remote
outpost on Australia’s Kimberley
Coast until its discovery as a
travel destination. Broome
boasts spectacular Cable Beach,
22 kilometres of white-sand
that stretches along the azure
waters of the Indian Ocean.
Day 23: Fremantle
Day 19: Broome
A busy port, Geraldton boasts a
superb Mediterranean climate, scenic
beauty and pristine beaches. In
1692 the Dutch East India Company
ship Batavia was wrecked on the
offshore Abrolhos Islands. The tale
of the calamity that ensued, ensured
this portion of Western Australia
would be named the Batavia Coast.
When your cruise concludes this
morning, take the opportunity to
explore wonderful Fremantle. Wander
along the foreshore and enjoy Aussie
fish and chips with views of Freo’s
famous fishing fleet or sip a cooling
ale at Little Creatures Brewery.
Outback to Ocean | Adelaide to Brisbane | 22 days
Days 1-15 on LAND:
Adelaide to Darwin
Days 15-22 at SEA:
Darwin to Brisbane
From
$8188 Inside Cabin
Outside Cabin
Balcony Cabin
Code: NADCC
Twin
8188
8578
8915
Single
12046
12827
13502
Departs: 01 Jan 2017
ocean liner, unpack for one last time
and get ready to enjoy the next week
sailing the waters between Darwin
and Brisbane. Spend the evening
getting acquainted with the ship
and meeting fellow passengers.
Day 18: Port Douglas
In 1877, the aptly named James
Venture Mulligan ignited the fabled
North Queensland Gold Rush. At the
height of the boom, Port Douglas
boasted 12,000 residents and 27
hotels. Bust inevitably followed the
boom, and Port Douglas slid off
the radar until a second gold rush
in the 1980s that saw tourists flock
to the North Queensland Coast.
Located between the Wet Tropics
World Heritage Area and the Great
Barrier Reef, Port Douglas provides
a perfect gateway for adventurers.
Day 19: At Sea
Day 20: Airlie Beach
Airlie Beach is your gateway to the
Whitsunday Archipelago. These 74
islands feature pristine fringing reefs,
calm, lagoon-like waters, and superb
beaches. The archipelago is one of
Australia’s premier playgrounds. The
Whitsundays were once mountains
but rising seas at the end of the
Ice Age formed the Whitsunday
Passage between the islands and
the mainland. Enjoy today exploring
the islands or relax at one of the
mainland’s cafés or restaurants.
Day 21: At Sea
Day 22: Brisbane
Your holiday concludes when you
arrive in Brisbane. Brisbane is today
the nation’s third-largest city and
one of the most desirable places
to live in the country. Lying on the
banks of the meandering Brisbane
River, this cosmopolitan city boasts
elegant 19th-century sandstone
buildings, a lively cultural scene and
superb parklands. Why not explore
the city before you head home.
Outback to Ocean | Adelaide to Sydney | 26 days
Days 1-15 on LAND:
Adelaide to Darwin
Days 15-26 at SEA:
Darwin to Sydney
From
$8548 Inside Cabin
Outside Cabin
Balcony Cabin
Twin
8548
9220
9815
Departs 11 Mar 2017
Code: NADCD
Single
12838
14185
15374
This afternoon board your ocean
liner for a week of sailing the waters
between Darwin and Sydney.
Day 19: Yorkeys Knob
Knob is your gateway to Cairns one of the country’s hottest holiday
Australia’s great natural wonders.
Just offshore, living coral forms the
Great Barrier Reef and inland you
can discover the ancient rainforest
of Daintree National Park.
Day 20: At Sea
Day 21: Alotau, Papua
New Guinea
And if you’ve come for history, you’ll
find that too. This peaceful town
was the site of fierce fighting during
World War II. Today, it’s a peaceful
retreat offering plenty of time to
relax and connect with nature.
Beyond the city you’ll find a tropical
rainforest full of birds of paradise and
a laid-back ease worth discovering.
Day 24: Brisbane
Once considered the ‘country cousin’
among Australian cities, Brisbane is
today the nation’s third-largest city
and one of the most desirable places
to live in the country. Lying on the
banks of the meandering Brisbane
River, this cosmopolitan city boasts
elegant 19th-century sandstone
buildings, a lively cultural scene and
superb parklands. Spend the day
exploring Australia’s “new world city”.
Day 25: At Sea
Day 26: Sydney
Today your holiday concludes after
breakfast. What a momentous
trip it’s bound to have been!
Outback Tracks
23
18 days
Discover the Australian outback on a journey from Adelaide, through the Red Centre, all
the way to Darwin in the Top End, followed by an iconic rail journey on board The Ghan.
See Australia’s vast rugged landscapes by road and rail and discover the culture, history
and diversity of the remote reaches of South Australia and the Northern Territory.
Guided
Holidays
DARWIN 2
18 days from
$8298
1 JABIRU
1 KATHERINE
Litchfield
National
Park
Mataranka
Karlu Karlu
KINGS CANYON 1
1 TENNANT CREEK
2 ALICE SPRINGS
2
AYERS ROCK
COOBER PEDY
1
FLINDERS
RANGES
Woomera
1
1
PORT AUGUSTA
The Ghan
Start
End
Days 1-15 by COACH:
Adelaide to Darwin
• Indulge in all-inclusive
local fare and beverages
• Relax and enjoy the
landscape through
large picture windows
in your private cabin
• All-inclusive Off
Train Excursions
• Relax in your cabin on an
three seater lounge
• Personal hospitality
attendant
Inclusions
•Experienced Travel Director and
Driver Guide on coach itinerary
Dining
•Lunches (2) L
•Dinners (2) D
Airport
transfers
Day 1 – flights to arrive prior to
12 noon into Adelaide Airport
Day 18 – flights to depart after
3.00pm from Adelaide Airport
See pages 18-19 for the coach itinerary
Day 15: Darwin ‘Free Time’
Today your Outback Adventure comes
to an end. Take the opportunity
to relax and unwind before you
board The Ghan tomorrow for your
historic rail journey to Adelaide. B
Day 16: Darwin – The Ghan –
Katherine
This morning your journey aboard
The Ghan begins at Darwin Train
Station, where you’ll take the small
but momentous step from platform
to carriage. Friendly staff will lead
you through corridors to your
comfortable private cabin where
you can take your time settling
in and exploring the amenities
as the view outside your window
begins its smooth and spectacular
transformation. Lunch in the Queen
Adelaide Restaurant is bound to
satisfy and delight with culinary
wonders prepared on board by our
talented chefs. All food is included
in your fare, from a hearty full
cooked breakfast to a delectable
3 course dinner. And as you sit
back and loosen your belt, you’ll
have arrived in Katherine ready to
experience your first included Off
Train Excursion to spiritual Nitmiluk
(Katherine) Gorge. Re-board the
train and join your fellow travellers
at the Queen Adelaide Restaurant
for dinner. This evening fall asleep
to the rocking of the train as it
heads south towards Alice Springs.
The Ghan Gold Kangaroo Lounge
1
Clare
Valley
ADELAIDE
Adelaide return
Code: NAADR
$8298
$8523
$9513
$9913
Per Person Twin
Per Person Twin
Single
2016
Start Apr05
Apr 26
May24
Jun14
Single
End
Apr22
May13
Jun 10
Jul 01
End
Jul22
$9333
Per Person Twin
Single
Jul 26
Aug23
Sep13
Sep20
Oct04
Rail: The Ghan Gold Service,
2 nights. B L D
Day 18: Farewell from Adelaide
Looking out of your window this
morning you’ll notice a dramatic
change in landscape as the rich
ochre tones of the outback make
way for the beautiful green fields
and pastoral lands of South
Australia. After breakfast you’ll
have time to reflect on your
journey before The Ghan rolls into
Adelaide and your momentous
journey comes to an end. B
Start Jul05
$10643
Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
Day 17: Alice Springs – Manguri
Wake up to a new view outside
your window, in a world which
feels a million miles from home.
An outback sunrise could be one
of the most spectacular you’ll ever
see, setting the tone for the day
ahead. After coffee, a juice and a
sumptuous breakfast you’ll arrive
in Alice Springs ready for a couple
of hours of exploration. Here you
have the opportunity to embark
on one of the included Off Train
Excursions, taking in the delights of
this famous outback town. Re-board
The Ghan for the journey to Manguri.
Sit back and relax in the privacy
of your cabin with a good book or
meet up for a social drink before
you indulge in another delicious
three course meal. Rub your eyes
with disbelief as you feel the train
slow and you pull into the middleof-nowhere stop at Manguri. Here,
a friendly tour guide awaits ready to
escort you to join fellow travellers
around a roaring bonfire. B L D
2016 continued
Aug13
Sep 10
Oct01
Oct08
Oct22
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The Ghan. Ask us for prices for other cabin and room
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Optional
Experience:
Uluru Scenic
Flight
Like Hugh Jackman said when he
took a scenic flight at Ayers Rock:
“Awesome doesn’t even come
close to describing one of the most
spectacular sights in the world!”
It’s one thing to see Uluru and Kata Tjuta
from the ground, but from the air it’s a
mind blowing bucket list experience.
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Outback Safari
11 days
Katherine Gorge
• Wine & canapés at the
awesome Uluru Sunset
• Discover the sacred sites,
rock art & waterholes of
Uluru
• Explore the 36 mystical
domes of Kata Tjuta
• Climb Kings Canyon
• Learn about Aboriginal
culture & native wildlife at
Alice Springs Desert Park
• Indulge in a unique
Aussie BBQ experience
at Earth Sanctuary
• Visit the Royal Flying
Doctor Service
• Discover the Devils Marbles
• Enjoy a cooling ale at Daly
Waters Historic Pub
• Soak & relax at Mataranka
Thermal Springs
& discover ancient rock art
• Discover teeming wildlife on
the Yellow Water Billabong
of Ubirr in Kakadu
• Swim beneath Litchfield’s
Wangi Falls
• Savour a glass of wine while
the sun sets on a Darwin
Harbour dinner cruise
Day 1: Welcome to Ayers Rock
On arrival at Ayers Rock you will be
transferred to your hotel. Meet your
Travel Director and fellow travellers
this afternoon and travel to Uluru –
Kata Tjuta National Park. Enter the
dual world heritage listed National
Park and toast the beginning of
your holiday and the spectacular
sunset with gourmet canapés and
wine at the ‘Sunset Strip’. As the
sun sets over the western horizon,
the evening sky brings out the
many shades of colour for which
Uluru is renowned. Don’t forget
your camera! Hotel: Desert Gardens
Hotel, Ayers Rock Resort, 2 nights.
Day 2: Kata Tjuta (the Olgas)
Travel to the Uluru sunrise viewing
area, Talinguru Nyakunytjaku, to
see the Red Centre set alight by the
first rays of the sun. Enjoy a cup
of tea or coffee as the colours of
Uluru gradually change with the
sun rising over the horizon. Tour
the base of Uluru where you will
be introduced to the natural and
cultural landscapes of this remarkable
region. You may like to take a selfguided stroll around the 11km base
of ‘The Rock’ or enjoy a guided walk
to Mutitjulu Waterhole, where you’ll
view Aboriginal rock paintings as
your Travel Director interprets their
significance. Visit the Uluru - Kata
Tjuta Cultural Centre, where you’ll
have time to purchase some locally
made Aboriginal art or crafts and
learn a little more about the Western
Desert region. This afternoon visit
the dramatic domes of Kata Tjuta
(the Olgas) and walk through Walpa
Gorge. The walking trail through the
gorge follows the natural creek bed
between two of the tallest domes.
Afterwards, take in a magnificent
outback sunset at Kata Tjuta with
sparkling wine and nibbles. B
Travel to Kings Canyon Resort. On
the way marvel at Atila (Mt. Conner),
the ‘forgotten wonder of Central
Australia’ and stop for a lunch break
at Kings Creek Station. Originally
vacant crown land, the station
now runs cattle and is the largest
exporter of wild camels in Australia.
Learn the intriguing story of owners,
Ian and Lynn Conway and their
dedication to Aboriginal children in
the region’s remote communities.
Why not taste one of their famous
camel burgers for lunch, you don’t
want to miss out! Now get ready for
spectacular sightseeing. You’re off
on a 6km rim walk exploration of
Kings Canyon, which will reward you
with marvellous views of Watarrka
National Park where you’ll be able to
see as far as the horizon. An easier
walk along the boulder-strewn
canyon creek bed is also available.
Hotel: Kings Canyon Resort. B DW
Today we journey to Alice Springs.
Ubirr sunset
Travel across vast cattle properties
and get a real feel for just how
expansive the Outback is. In Alice
Springs visit the historic Telegraph
Station established in 1872. It
first served for 60 years as one
of 12 stations positioned along
the Overland Telegraph Line
that stretched 3,000km to relay
messages between Adelaide and
Darwin. It later served as a school for
Aboriginal children and was known
as ‘The Bungalow’. Top off the day
at Anzac Hill for panoramic views
over Alice Springs. Hotel: Chifley
Alice Springs Resort, 2 nights. B
Day 5: Aboriginal Culture
Learn about the life and survival
of the Arrernte People, including
their search for water and bush
food, from a local Aboriginal guide
at Alice Springs Desert Park. Visit
the Nocturnal House and enjoy an
exciting Birds of Prey presentation.
Continue to the Royal Flying Doctor
Service and learn how the facility
brings first class health services to
people living in the bush.
‘You’re
invited’ this evening by Joe, Dan,
Uncover the Northern Territory’s iconic desert scenery on a trip from Uluru to Darwin.
Be amazed when you see Uluru for the first time and learn about the local Anangu
people. As you travel the Stuart Highway from Alice Springs, see how the landscape
changes from desert reds to rocky escarpments and tropical greens.
Inclusions
& Driver Guide
•Included Choice Experiences
Airport
transfers
Guided
Holidays
DARWIN 2
Litchfield National Park
1 JABIRU
1 KATHERINE
Katherine Gorge
Mataranka
11 days from
Dining
25
Karlu Karlu
2 ALICE SPRINGS
KINGS CANYON 1
AYERS ROCK 2
Kata Tjuta
1 TENNANT CREEK
Uluru
$4225
Ayers Rock to Darwin
Code: NUAD
Also available in reverse as NCDU
$4225
$4225
$1025
$1025
Day 1 – Flights to arrive prior to
3.00pm into Ayers Rock Airport
Day 11 – Flights to depart
2016
Start Apr02
Apr09
Apr 30
May28
Jun18
Start
End
Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
End
Apr12
Apr19
May10
Jun 07
Jun28
$4450
$1200
Jul09
Jul 30
Aug27
Sep17
Sep24
Oct08
Jul19
Aug09
Sep 06
Sep27
Oct04
Oct18
2017
Start Jan05
Mar15
End
Jan15
Mar25
$4350
$1040
Apr08
Apr 27
May27
Jun17
Apr18
May07
Jun 06
Jun27
$4595
$1215
Tommy and Ben Falzon for a home
cooked gourmet BBQ dinner at
their home, Earth Sanctuary World
Nature Centre. Join them as they
share stories of ecology, culture
and astronomy and even lead you
on a sing-a-long accompanied by
the didgeridoo and guitar. It will
be a night to remember! B YD
Day 6: Alice Springs – Tennant Creek
Your first stop is the School of the
Air. Witness a live class room lesson
broadcast over 1.3 million square
kilometres, to children living in remote
locations who would otherwise have
no access to public education. Later,
travel north towards Tennant Creek
stopping at the interesting township
of Wycliffe Well on the way to visit
Karlu Karlu (Devils Marbles), where
you’ll have time to walk around these
precariously balanced boulders.
End the day at Tennant Creek, an
old gold mining town along the
Stuart Highway. Hotel: Bluestone
Motor Inn, Tennant Creek. B DW
Day 7: Tennant Creek – Katherine
Today you’ll travel north and visit
the eccentric Daly Waters Historic
Pub for a refreshing ale at lunchtime.
Continue to Mataranka, ‘Land of
the Never Never’. At Mataranka you
can visit the replica of the original
Elsey Homestead, used in the filming
of ‘We of the Never Never’, an
autobiographical film about Jeannie
Gunn’s life in the outback. Or, you
may take the palm lined walkway
for a swim in the famous thermal
springs – a bit of a must do! Travel
on to Katherine for the night. Hotel:
Paraway Motel, Katherine. B DW
Join your local guide on a serene early
morning cruise through Katherine
Gorge in Nitmiluk National Park.
Discover the cultural significance
of the first two gorges to the
traditional landowners, the Jawoyn
people and keep an eye out for the
resident crocodiles. Continue to
Kakadu National Park via Pine Creek.
We recommend treating yourself
to a mango smoothie along the
way! Travel deep into Kakadu for a
cruise on the famous Yellow Water
Billabong. You should see a stunning
variety of birdlife such as sea eagle,
brolgas and with any luck, fascinating
little kingfishers. You’ll also see
feared estuarine crocodiles basking
in the muddy shallows. Continue
to Ubirr and view Aboriginal rock
art dating back some 20,000 years.
Climb to the top of this rocky outcrop
for spectacular views in the dusk light
over the flood plains and escarpment
country, a location you may recognise
from the famous Australian film,
Crocodile Dundee. Hotel: Mercure
Kakadu Crocodile Hotel, Jabiru. B DW
Day 9: Kakadu – Darwin
This morning, maybe take an
optional experience flight over
Kakadu before you travel to
Litchfield National Park. You’ll
stop at the incredible Termite
Mounds and then Florence Falls to
view the famous waterfall from
a spectacular high vantage point.
Venture on to tropical Wangi
Falls for a relaxing swim in the
large crystal clear pool before you
continue to Darwin. Why not take
the opportunity to visit the colourful
Mindil Beach Sunset Markets for a
spectacular sunset over the Timor
Sea. Wow! Hotel: Mantra on the
Esplanade, Darwin, 2 nights. B
Day 10: Darwin Included Choice
Today choose from a selection
experiences. You have the option
of taking the Jumping crocodile
Cruise, enjoying lunch at a restaurant
overlooking the waterfront or you can
visit Crocosaurus Cove. This evening
travellers for a farewell dinner cruise
on Darwin Harbour. Enjoy a delicious
buffet meal as you watch the sun
set over Darwin and the surrounding
area – it’s time to celebrate your
Northern Territory Outback
Safari (cruise is seasonal). B FD
Your holiday concludes this
morning after breakfast. You will
be transferred to Darwin Airport to
connect with your onward flight. B
Jul08
Jul 29
Aug26
Sep16
Sep23
Oct07
Jul18
Aug08
Sep 05
Sep26
Oct03
Oct17
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Kakadu Scenic Flight
Experiencing Kakadu from a bird’s eye view gives you a true sense of the
vastness of this amazing landscape. Enjoy unique vistas as you explore
this World Heritage listed marvel. View the awesome erosion on the age
old Arnhem Land plateau including ‘the archway’, follow the spectacular
East Alligator River into Mikinj Valley before retuning via the majestic
Magela Wetlands. Experiencing Kakadu from the air is something that
has to be seen to be believed! Ask your Travel Director for details.
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Top End Highlights
6 days
Nourlangie
• Explore amazing Litchfield
National Park
• Darwin city touring
• Toast a Top End sunset
on Mindil Beach
• Get lost exploring colourful
Mindil Beach Sunset Market
• Gaze in awe at the Top End’s
fascinating Termite Mounds
• Jump in the water for a
refreshing dip at Wangi Falls
• Visit Adelaide River
War Cemetery
& see ancient rock art
• Taste bush tucker, learn to
throw a spear & try roasted
kangaroo at the Maud Creek
Community in Katherine
Day 1: Welcome to Darwin
Welcome to Darwin! On arrival you
will be transferred to your hotel on
Darwin’s waterfront. This afternoon
enjoy a tour of the tropical city to
see old Government House, the
new Northern Territory Parliament
building and more. You’ll also visit
East Point Military Reserve before
you join your Travel Director and
fellow travellers at the colourful
Mindil Beach Sunset Market, where
you’ll toast the spectacular sunset
with a couple of cooling beverages
under the coconut palms. There’s
plenty of time to explore the art and
crafts, aromas and atmosphere of the
market before you have the chance
to choose something you’d like to
enjoy for dinner. You may like to try
some succulent fresh BBQ seafood,
authentic Indian or Chinese cuisine, or
even Greek or Japanese. You’ll see why
the market attracts food lovers from
• Relax in the water
at Edith Falls
• Discover the wilderness
of Kakadu National Park
• Climb to Nourlangie lookout
for spectacular views
of Ubirr in Kakadu
• Stay in luxury at Wildman
Wilderness Lodge
• Enjoy a spectacular Top
End wetland sunset
• Enjoy a safari cruise on
Corroboree Billabong
Edith Falls
all around, the choice is endless! Hotel:
Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront. HD
Day 2: Darwin – Katherine
Today you’ll depart Darwin and travel
to Litchfield National Park, famous
for its waterfalls. Your first stop is an
amazing stand of Termite Mounds,
architectural feats complete with
tunnels and nursery chambers. You’ll
then continue on to view the beautiful
waterhole at Florence Falls from a
high vantage point before venturing
on further to tropical Wangi Falls for
a relaxing swim in the large crystalclear pool surrounded by spectacular
monsoon rainforest. Later, you’ll
journey to Katherine. Hotel: ibis
Styles, Katherine, 2 nights. B DW
Day 3: Katherine Gorge
Today ‘You’re invited’ to join
Aboriginal guides for a walk to follow
‘the Footsteps of our Ancestors’. Learn
about bush tucker and traditional
bush medicines and see damper
and kangaroo tail being prepared
and cooked in hot coals and enjoy a
BBQ lunch. Afterwards join activities
including traditional painting,
fire lighting and spear throwing.
Learn about didgeridoo custom
and the craft of basket weaving.
This evening sit back and relax in
tranquil surroundings on a Katherine
Gorge dinner cruise. Discover the
history and culture of the Jawoyn
people, traditional owners of Nitmiluk
as you explore two gorges with a
backdrop of stunning rock faces that
change colour as the sun sets. You’ll
indulge in a three course candlelit
dinner featuring fresh local produce
cooked on board the boat. B YL DW
This morning stop at Edith Falls with
the opportunity for a swim. You’ll
then pass through the gold mining
town of Pine Creek, with buildings
With its vibrant indigenous culture, friendly characters and varied scenery, the Top End
will leave you spellbound. Be immersed in the ancient traditions of the Aboriginal people
and cruise down waterways teaming with wildlife. Experience a landscape that changes
before your eyes, and stay in some safari-style accommodation in idyllic locations.
Inclusions
& Driver Guide
Dining
•Lunch (1) L
•‘Your invited‘ lunch (1) YL
•Highlight dinner (1) HD
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Litchfield
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Park Pine
Edith Falls
Creek
Katherine
Gorge
KATHERINE 2
Maud Creek
6 days from
$2475
Darwin return
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Airport
transfers
$2475
$2550
$665
$675
2.30pm into Darwin Airport
Day 6 – Flights to depart after
3.00pm from Darwin Airport
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Darwin waterfront
dating back to the heady gold
rush days. We recommend trying
a delicious mango smoothie while
you’re there! Travel deep into World
Heritage listed Kakadu National Park.
The focal points of Kakadu are the
spectacular escarpment and abundant
wildlife, including over 280 species
of birds. After an included lunch, visit
Warradjan Cultural Centre to view
informative displays and exhibits
depicting the traditions of the Bininj
and Mungguy people of Kakadu before
taking a guided walk to view ancient
Aboriginal artwork at Nourlangie.
Just magic! Hotel: Mercure Kakadu
Crocodile Hotel, Jabiru. B L DW
outcrop for superb views over the
flood plains and escarpment country.
You may recognise the location from
the 1986 film, Crocodile Dundee! You’ll
stay tonight in private permanent
safari tents at Wildman Wilderness
Lodge. Situated in the Mary River
Wetlands area, amidst the lush
wilderness of Australia’s breathtaking
Top End, Wildman Wilderness
Lodge offers you an extraordinary
wetlands safari experience. This
evening celebrate your Top End
Highlights holiday at a farewell
dinner with your Travel Director and
new-found friends. Hotel: Wildman
Wilderness Lodge, Mary River. B FD
Day 5: Kakadu – Mary River
This morning there is the opportunity
for an optional experience scenic flight
over Kakadu. Later, you’ll visit Ubirr
and view Aboriginal rock art dating
back some 20,000 years. Climb to
Nadab lookout at the top of this rocky
Day 6: Mary River –
Farewell from Darwin
This morning you’ll take a safari cruise
on the renowned Mary River Wetlands
and Corroboree Billabong. Your local
guide will share with you all the
secrets of these ancient waterways.
Take in the fantastic views across the
vast floodplains and see the prolific
wetland birds. This region is home to
the largest concentration of saltwater
crocodiles in the world and you may
also spot wild buffalo and wallabies
at the water’s edge. Bid farewell to
your fellow travellers as your holiday
concludes this afternoon in Darwin. B
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Relax & Unwind in Darwin
Stay a night or two in Darwin to relax and unwind before you
head home. You may like to immerse yourself in the rich cultural
traditions of the Tiwi Islands or even take a stunning sunset cruise
on Darwin Harbour. Ask us for details at time of booking.
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Kakadu’s Ancient Secrets
5 days
Katherine Gorge dinner cruise
As this Inspiring Journey departs early
morning, accommodation will need to
be pre-booked for the previous night.
• Swim at Gunlom Falls
overlooking Kakadu
• Indulge in a three course
meal on Katherine Gorge
• Immerse yourself in
WWII history at Adelaide
River War Cemetery
• Stay in luxury
accommodation at
Cicada Lodge
• Climb Nourlangie for
spectacular views over
the National Park
• Learn about Aboriginal
rock art at Ubirr
• Relax in luxury
at Wildman
Wilderness Lodge
• Cruise the Mary River
on a safari cruise
Day 1: Litchfield – Mary River
Welcome to Darwin! This morning,
meet your local Driver Guide and
board your luxury 4WD vehicle to
begin a journey of discovery in the
Top End. Travel across the Finniss
River to Litchfield National Park.
You’ll enjoy a swim to cool off at
tumbling Florence Falls and you’ll
also visit Wangi Falls, surrounded by
tropical monsoon rainforest and hear
about its importance in Aboriginal
custom. Get ready for a cross-country
journey via the unsealed Marrakai
Track (seasonally accessible), through
cattle stations and back country to
the Mary River region. Late-afternoon
you’ll arrive at Wildman Wilderness
Lodge, where you’ll stay in private
permanent safari tents. Situated
in the Mary River Wetlands and
renowned for its incredible wildlife,
the property seamlessly combines
• Get off road on the
Marrakai 4WD track
• Cool off with a refreshing
dip at Wangi Falls
• Enjoy picnic lunches
in secluded locations
off the beaten track
• Enjoy an exclusive
Aboriginal cultural
experience
• Canoe on the
Katherine River
• Luxury small group
experience
Gunlom Falls
comfort and chic with the beauty of
the surrounding landscape. The lodge
is the definition of ‘outback luxury’.
Enjoy a beverage while the sun sets
over the floodplains and after dinner
maybe sit back with a nightcap
by the fire pit. Hotel: Wildman
Wilderness Lodge, Mary River. L D
Day 2: Mary River – Kakadu
Wake up to the evocative sounds
of the floodplains. Head out to
Corroboree Billabong and enjoy a
wonderful wildlife cruise. You’ll join
a local guide on a safari-style boat
to see a myriad of different bird
species, spot estuarine crocodiles
and simply enjoy the stunning Mary
River floodplains system. Next stop
is Australia’s largest National Park
– Kakadu. World Heritage listed, as
both a cultural and natural sanctuary,
Kakadu National Park is an Australian
icon. Visit park headquarters, Bowali
Visitors Centre then check in to your
hotel where the buildings are shaped
to represent a crocodile – the region’s
most famous resident! Relax and
unwind with a refreshing dip in the
hotel’s shaded outdoor pool or even
wander through the on-site art gallery
before you join your Driver Guide
on a sun set walk at Ubirr rock art
site. You’ll see ancient rock art and
take a walk to discover remarkable
views over the surrounding wetlands
and escarpments from the fantastic
vantage point, Nadab lookout. An
Ubirr sunset is something that
has to be seen to be believed, you
will remember it forever. Return to
your hotel for a delicious dinner.
Hotel: Mercure Kakadu Crocodile
Hotel, Jabiru. B L D
Day 3: Kakadu – Katherine Gorge
If you’re an early riser there’s a chance
to take an early morning scenic flight
over Kakadu and Arnhem Land, or
perhaps you might just want to sleep
in before your day of activities. This
morning you’ll visit Nourlangie to
see its fascinating Aboriginal rock
art for yourself. You’ll also hear first-
Travel in a small group and stay in luxury accommodation in idyllic settings like Cicada
Lodge in Nitmiluk National Park and Wildman Wilderness Lodge on the Mary River.
Swim in nature’s infinity plunge pool at Gunlom Falls and see Aboriginal rock art at Ubirr.
Cruise ancient waterways, spot native wildlife, and enjoy first class fare along the way.
Inclusions
•Experienced Driver Guide
•Hand-picked accommodation
•Intimate small group experience
•Small vehicle less than 20 guests
Dining
•Lunches (5) L
•Dinners (4) D
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Litchfield
National
Park
MARY
RIVER
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Kakadu
National
Park
Ubirr
1 JABIRU
Nourlangie
Gunlom Falls
2 KATHERINE
GORGE
Airport
transfers
5 days from
$2850
Darwin return
Code: MNDD
Day prior – Flights to arrive
anytime into Darwin Airport
8.00pm from Darwin Airport
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Mary River Wetlands
hand from your Driver Guide a detailed
interpretation of the art and the rich
Aboriginal culture as you explore the
various outdoor ‘galleries’ with art
that dates back some 20,000 years.
Later you’ll veer off the sealed road
and onto a gravel track for a scenic
cross-country journey to Gunlom
Falls. You’ll have time to take a hike
to the top of the falls for a splash in
picturesque natural plunge pool where
you’re awarded with spectacular views
over the National Park. Take in the
natural beauty of the area while you
enjoy a picnic lunch. This afternoon
you continue through Katherine to
Nitmiluk National Park. Indulge in
five-star luxury at Cicada Lodge, a
stunning architect designed eco-lodge
surrounded by nature, where each
room has a private balcony that opens
to the glories of Nitmiluk National
Park. Hotel: Cicada Lodge, Nitmiluk
National Park, Katherine, 2 nights. B L D
Day 4: Katherine
Today meet Manual Pamkal who
will welcome you with a traditional
song on the didgeridoo. Manual was
born and raised immersed in his rich
traditional culture. He’ll share with you
stories of growing up in the bush and
teach you the fine art of rarrk painting
using a special brush from a reed called
Julk. Call up the inner artist within you
and paint your own masterpiece to
take home! Journey to Mataranka for
a swim in the relaxing natural spring
fed thermal pool. The pool is said to
have the power to soothe your aches
and pains and bubbles up at a fairly
constant 34 degrees. Just glorious!
This evening, relax on a special dinner
cruise along Katherine River. You’ll
marvel at the gorges while you spot
wildlife and learn about the history
and culture of the local Jawoyn people.
Enjoy the peaceful ambiance during
the candle-lit three course dinner
cooked on board your boat. B L D
Day 5: Katherine – Farewell
from Darwin
This morning, either have a lie in or
take the opportunity to grab a canoe
for a paddle on the river (seasonal). It’s
the most relaxing way to experience
the National Park, completely
immersed in nature in the mystical
morning light. Travel north along the
Stuart Highway stopping at Edith
Falls along the way for a relaxing
dip. Continue to Adelaide River War
Cemetery. During WWII, Adelaide River
was headquarters to a large military
base, and a large cemetery was created
especially for those who gave their
lives in the service and defence of
their country. Your Inspiring Journey
concludes on arrival in Darwin. B L
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Say yes to landing somewhere
remote - the photos will be
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Nitmiluk Scenic Flight
Whether it’s a 3 gorge buzz or a journey over all 13 gorges, it’s
definitely worth seeing Nitmiluk’s spectacular and varied scenery
from theair. You can even choose to land at a remote site for a once
in a lifetime photo opportunity. Ask your Travel Director for details.
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Outback Australia –
The Colour of Red
5 days
Aboriginal Culture
• Explore the domes
of Kata Tjuta
• Hike through Walpa Gorge
• Toast an Uluru sunset with
gourmet canapés and wine
• Experience a spectacular
Red Centre sunrise
• Discover Aboriginal
rock art at Uluru
• Learn about Uluru’s
sacred sights
• Dine ‘Under a Desert Moon’
at Kings Canyon Resort
• Hike to the top of Kings
Canyon for magnificent views
• Visit Henbury Meteorites
Conservation Reserve
• Discover Rainbow Valley
Day 1: Welcome to Ayers Rock
Welcome to the Red Centre! This
afternoon you’ll meet your Driver
Guide and fellow travellers then take
a drive to Uluru – Kata Tjuta National
Park. Having lived in the region for
tens of thousands of years, Traditional
Owners, the Anangu, have a strong
connection with this land. You’ll
learn about Tjukurpa, the history,
knowledge, religion, morality and
law of the local Aboriginal people
and their ancestors. Travelling to the
spectacular domes of Kata Tjuta,
you’ll take a guided walk through
Walpa Gorge, following the natural
creek bed between two of the largest
domes. Kata Tjuta has great cultural
significance for the Anangu people,
specifically for Anangu men. Later
enjoy gourmet canapés and wine at
the Uluru sunset viewing area, ‘Sunset
Strip’. As the sun sets over the western
horizon, the evening sky brings out
the many shades of colour for which
Uluru is renowned. This evening get
• Visit Ormiston Gorge
• Take a dip in Ellery
Creek Big Hole
• Explore fascinating
Standley Chasm
• Wander into Simpsons Gap
• Visit School of the Air & the
Royal Flying Doctor Service
• Taste traditional bush
foods in Alice Springs
experience
Kings Canyon
to know your fellow travellers over
a delicious meal at Ilkari Restaurant
at your hotel. Hotel: Sails in the
Desert Hotel, Ayers Rock Resort. D
You’ll start the day with an impressive
sunrise over Kata Tjuta (the Olgas)
and Uluru (Ayers Rock) from the
fantastic Kata Tjuta dune viewing
area. From here it’s off to the Uluru
– Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre for
breakfast and an insight into the
history of the local Anangu people.
Then it’s time to get oriented with
Uluru (Ayers Rock) with an indigenous
guide and a translator from the local
Mutitjulu Community (subject to
availability). Take a walk at the base
of Uluru and hear timeless stories, see
rock art, and visit Mutitjulu Waterhole,
once an important water source for
the Aboriginal people and animals in
the area. Visit Curtin Springs Station
at lunch time. Curtin Springs has been
home to the Severin family since 1956
when Peter Severin arrived with his
young wife Dawn, their toddler son
Ashley and 1,500 head of cattle! Sit
down to a BBQ lunch and meet one
of the locals as you hear about the
Severin family and the logistics of
running a million acre cattle property.
Next, view the ‘forgotten wonder’ of
Central Australia – Atila (Mt. Conner),
then head up the Luritja Road towards
Kings Canyon for a quick stop at Kings
Creek Station. Established in 1982 by
Lyn and Ian Conway, the station is
the largest exporter of wild camels
in Australia. Travel a short distance
to Kings Canyon Resort. This evening
you’re treated to the unique dining
experience, Under a Desert Moon,
set in the wilderness under a canopy
of the southern night sky (weather
permitting). The only light comes
from the moon and the flickering
glow of the fire and the only sound
is soft music intertwined with the
whispering of the breeze through the
Desert Oak trees and the crackling
flames. Enjoy a glass of sparkling
Explore the highlights and mind blowing hidden treasures of the Red Centre on our
small group journey. Immerse yourself in local culture and ancient traditions and come
away with a deeper understanding of what makes the Red Centre so unique and
inspiring. Get all of this and first class dining experiences along the way.
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Journeys
Inclusions
Dining
•Lunches (3) L
•Dinners (4) D
Airport
transfers
1.00pm into Ayers Rock Airport
12.30pm from Alice Springs Airport
Angkerle
(Standley Chasm) Simpsons Gap
Ormiston Gorge
ALICE SPRINGS
2
KINGS CANYON 1
Rainbow Valley
AYERS ROCK 1
Henbury Meteorites site
Uluru (Ayers Rock)
5 days from
$2395
Ayers Rock to
Alice Springs
Code: CRUA
$2395
$2475
$3005
$3095
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attractive in the afternoon light.
Continue to Alice Springs and enjoy
dinner at your resort. Hotel: Chifley
Alice Springs Resort, 2 nights. B L D
Perfect for observing the changing
colours of the landscape, today
you’re off on a sunrise 6km rim walk
exploration of spectacular Kings
Canyon. As you venture around the
rim, highlights include the domed
‘Lost City’, a stop at Cotterill’s
Lookout, and the luscious ‘Garden of
Eden’. If you’d prefer a more relaxed
walk you can opt for a walk along
the creek bed. Afterwards we’re off
the beaten track, travelling to the
Henbury Meteorites Conservation
Reserve. The 12 fascinating craters
were formed when a meteor hit
the earth’s surface 4,700 years ago.
Next up we stop at Rainbow Valley,
famous for its sandstone bluffs
and cliff faces that form part of the
James Range. The coloured layers in
the sandstone cliffs are particularly
Day 4: West MacDonnell Ranges
The West MacDonnell Ranges are
the ideal place to experience the
geology, land forms and variety of
native flora and fauna. You’ll take a
walk to dramatic Angkerle (Standley
Chasm). Created over millions of
years, the deep red sandstone
formation contrasts with the carpet
of lush, green ferns and gum trees
on the valley floor. There’ll be time to
cool off with a swim at Ellery Creek
Big Hole and to explore the Ochre
Pits. Learn about ochre’s importance,
having been used for thousands of
years by the Aboriginal people for
medicinal and magical purposes.
This afternoon you’ll also visit the
Royal Flying Doctor Service to see
how this facility provides medical
assistance to those living in remote
outback Australia. Tonight you’ll enjoy
Day 5: Farewell from Alice Springs
Before your trip comes to an end, visit
the School of the Air to learn how
children living in the far reaches of
the Outback receive an education
over the air waves. Also visit the
Overland Telegraph Station, once a
school for Aboriginal children and
was known as ‘The Bungalow’. Your
Colour of Red Inspiring Journey
concludes in the late morning. B
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$3280
an incredible dinner experience in a
bush setting. Have a drink and walk
around before dinner as the sun is
setting, changing the colours of the
rock. Dinner will be cooked in a bush
oven with the burning Mulga wood
giving extra flavour to the meal. It
will be a delicious 3 course meal and
features some traditional bush food.
Your host, Bob, will share some tips on
his cooking style and his knowledge
of Aboriginal bush foods while you
dine under the Milky Way. B L D
2017
$2495
Single*
wine and canapés followed by a
four course dinner, prepared from
fresh produce. Hotel: Kings Canyon
Resort, Deluxe Spa Rooms. B L D
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Alice Springs to
Ayers Rock
Code: CRAU
$2395
$2475
$3005
$3095
Single*
2016
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May27
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Jun24
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May17
May31
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Jun28
2017
Start Apr14
May12
May26
Jun09
Jun23
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$2575
$3190
$3280
Single*
Jul08
Jul22
Aug05
Aug19
Sep02
Sep16
Sep30
Oct14
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May16
May30
Jun13
Jun27
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Jul12
Jul26
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Sep20
Oct04
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Jul07
Jul21
Aug04
Aug18
Sep01
Sep15
Sep29
Oct13
Jul11
Jul25
Aug08
Aug22
Sep05
Sep19
Oct03
Oct17
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Uluru
Unearthed
Red Centre
Sights & Sounds
2 days | code: AY74
3 days | code: YY47
Uluru sunrise
Uluru (Ayers Rock)
Highlights
Daily 7.00am
Concludes
11.00am approximately
Day 1: Alice Springs – Uluru (Ayers Rock) Sunset
Travelling south you’ll stop to visit a camel farm where there is time for a
short camel ride (own expense). Later stop to view Atila (Mt. Conner) often
mistaken for Uluru, before arriving at Ayers Rock Resort. This afternoon,
join your Driver Guide for a drive around the base of Uluru. Continue to
the Kuniya Walk, where you will be guided to the Mutitjulu Waterhole.
This waterhole was a key source of water for the Aboriginal people in the
area and had been in use for many thousands of years. See Aboriginal rock
art and hear about the Aboriginal and European history of the area. Visit
the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre. It houses an amazing collection of
original paintings and punu (woodwork) that provide an insight into the
unique and spiritual culture of the Anangu people, the traditional custodians
of Uluru. Late afternoon, travel to the Uluru sunset viewing area. Witness
and photograph the striking colour changes of Uluru at sunset while
enjoying nibbles and complimentary wine. Hotel: Outback Pioneer Hotel (B),
Desert Gardens Hotel (R) or Sails in the Desert Hotel (S), Ayers Rock Resort.
Add-on the Uluru Barbecue Dinner for $136. After sunset, join us under the
stars at our exclusive venue. Enjoy sparkling wine on arrival, then dine on a
menu of steak, lamb sausages, chicken skewers and garlic prawns, salads and
a tasty dessert. All accompanied by a selection of wines, beers and soft drinks.
There’s time for stargazing too (weather permitting).
Day 2: Uluru (Ayers Rock) Sunrise – Kata Tjuta
– Farewell from Uluru (Ayers Rock)
Rise early to watch the first rays of the sun set the Red Centre alight. Make
your way to the viewing platform to see many kilometres into the distance,
providing an ideal photo opportunity. Later, travel to the mystical 36 domes
of Kata Tjuta. Continue to the base of Walpa Gorge. The walking trail through
the gorge follows the natural creek bed between two of the tallest domes
of Kata Tjuta. In the afternoon you will be transferred to Ayers Rock Airport
(flights to depart after 12.30pm).
Budget B
Standard R
Superior S
$ Adult Twin
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high
$ Child
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high
$ Single*
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high
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615
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939
Departs
Daily 75 minutes prior to sunset
•Enjoy the Sounds of Silence Dinner
•Experience Uluru sunrise & sunset
•Visit Kata Tjuta (the Olgas)
•Walk through Walpa Gorge
As this Short Break departs at 7.00am, accommodation will need to be
pre-booked for the previous night.
Prices
Uluru sunrise
Highlights
Departs
•Uluru sunrise and sunset
•Explore Kata Tjuta (the Olgas)
•Walk through Walpa Gorge
•Ancient Aboriginal rock art
Sounds of Silence Dinner
805
905
1025
Low season: 01 Apr 2016 – 31 May 2016 & 01 Dec 2016 – 31 Mar 2017. High season: 01 Jun 2016 – 30 Nov 2016.
All prices are per person, land only. *Single traveller must pay the single price. National Park entry fee is
included (see page 90).
Concludes
Morning of day 3
Day 1: Welcome to Uluru (Ayers Rock) – Sounds of Silence Dinner
On arrival at Ayers Rock Airport you will be transferred to the resort (flights to
arrive prior to 3.00pm). This evening dine under a million stars at the awardwinning Sounds of Silence Dinner. Enjoy a gourmet buffet of Australian
delicacies accompanied by fine Australian wines, then sit back and relax as
a star talker takes you on a tour of the night sky (conditions permitting).
Hotel: Outback Pioneer Hotel (B), Desert Gardens Hotel (R) or
Sails in the Desert Hotel (S), Ayers Rock Resort, 2 nights. D
Day 2: Uluru (Ayers Rock) Sunrise – Kata Tjuta (the Olgas)
Rise early to watch the first rays of the sun set the Red Centre and Uluru
alight. Then travel to the mystical domes of Kata Tjuta (the Olgas). Visit
Walpa Gorge, where the walking trail through the gorge follows the
natural creek bed between two of the tallest domes of Kata Tjuta. This
afternoon, join your guide for a drive around the base of Uluru then
travel to the Mutitjulu Waterhole. Here view Aboriginal rock art and learn
about the area as your Driver Guide indicates native flora and fauna and
explains the history of Uluru. Visit the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre
to see locally-made arts and crafts. Enjoy nibbles and complimentary
wine while watching striking colour changes of Uluru at sunset.
Day 3: Farewell from Uluru (Ayers Rock)
This morning time is available for an optional scenic helicopter flight or
perhaps experience Aboriginal dot painting. You’ll be transferred from the
resort to Ayers Rock Airport for your onward flight (flights anytime).
Field of Light
In 2016 the internationally renowned artist Bruce Munro brings
his outdoor art installation ‘Field of Light’ to Uluru. Ask us about
a sunset or sunrise upgrade to experience this creative wonder.
Prices
Budget B
Standard R
Superior S
$ Adult Twin
low
high
755
805
885
$ Child
low
high
779
604
950
708
865
644
$ Single*
low
high
623
1015
1065
760
1275
1410
692
1115
1235
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Uluru & Kings
Canyon Unearthed
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Kata Tjuta, Uluru
& Kings Canyon
3 days | code: YK43
4 days | code: AK48
Uluru (Ayers Rock)
Kings Canyon
Highlights
Departs Daily 3.00pm (Apr-Oct)
and 3.30pm (Nov-Mar)
•Visit Kata Tjuta (the Olgas)
•Celebrate an Uluru sunset
•Experience sunrise at Uluru
•Explore Kings Canyon
Concludes
7.00pm (Oct-Mar) and
7.30pm (Apr-Sep)
Day 1: Welcome to Uluru (Ayers Rock)
On arrival at Ayers Rock Airport you will be transferred to the resort
(flights to arrive prior to 1.00pm). This afternoon, drive around the
awesome base of Uluru. At Mutitjulu Waterhole view Aboriginal rock
art, as your Driver Guide explains Uluru’s history and native flora and
fauna. At the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre enjoy locally-made arts
and crafts. Travel to the sunset viewing area to enjoy complimentary
wine and canapés and watch the effect of the setting sun on the colour
of Uluru. Don’t forget your camera! Hotel: Outback Pioneer Hotel (B),
Desert Gardens Hotel (R) or Sails in the Desert (S), Ayers Rock Resort.
Add-on the Uluru Barbecue Dinner for $136. After sunset, join us under the
stars at our exclusive venue. Enjoy sparkling wine on arrival, then dine on a
menu of steak, lamb sausages, chicken skewers and garlic prawns, salads and
a tasty dessert. All accompanied by a selection of wines, beers and soft drinks.
There’s time for stargazing too (weather permitting).
Day 2: Uluru (Ayers Rock) & Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) – Kings Canyon
Rise early to watch the first rays of the sun set the Red Centre and Uluru
alight. Later, travel to the mystical 36 domes of Kata Tjuta (the Olgas).
Continue to the base of Walpa Gorge. The walking trail through the
gorge follows the natural creek bed between two of the tallest domes
of Kata Tjuta. This afternoon travel to Kings Canyon. Hotel: Standard
Rooms (B & R) or Deluxe Spa Rooms (S), Kings Canyon Resort.
Day 3: Kings Canyon – Farewell from Alice Springs
This morning join your Driver Guide for the rocky climb to the canyon rim
for superb views of Watarrka National Park (for those with a good level of
fitness, supportive footwear essential). Alternatively explore the canyon
creek bed (an easier, shady walk). Travel through the desert to Alice Springs.
As this Short Break concludes after 7.00pm, accommodation will need to be
pre-booked for tonight.
Prices
Budget B
Standard R
Superior S
$ Adult Twin
low
high
925
950
1050
$ Child
low
high
$ Single*
low
high
995
648
697
1219
1150
735
805
1475
1045
Kings Canyon
665
732
1275
1355
1459
1665
Uluru sunset
Highlights
•Exclusive Uluru Barbecue Dinner
•Uluru sunrise and sunset
•Walk through Valley of the Winds
•View Aboriginal rock art
Uluru Barbecue Dinner
Departs
Daily 7.00am
Concludes
7.00pm (Oct-Mar) and
7.30pm (Apr-Sep)
Day 1: Alice Springs – Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) Sunset
Travelling south from Alice Springs you’ll visit a camel farm, where there is
time for a short ride (own expense). Later, stop to view Atila (Mt. Conner)
before arriving at Ayers Rock Resort. This afternoon travel to the mystical 36
domes of Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) to take in a magnificent sunset while enjoying
gourmet canapés and sparkling wine. Hotel: Outback Pioneer Hotel (B), Desert
Gardens Hotel (R) or Sails in the Desert Hotel (S), Ayers Rock Resort, 2 nights.
Day 2: Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) – Uluru Barbecue Dinner
Watch the gorgeous sunrise at Uluru, then travel to Kata Tjuta and on
to Walpa Gorge. Spend time exploring the gorge and the unusual rock
formations. This afternoon join your Driver Guide for a drive around the
base of Uluru. Continue to the Kuniya Walk, where you’ll be escorted to the
Mutitjulu Waterhole. View ancient rock art and learn about the Aboriginal
and European history of Uluru. Visit the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre.
Late afternoon witness the striking colour changes of Uluru at sunset with
nibbles and sparkling wine. After sunset, join us under the stars at our
exclusive venue. Enjoy sparkling wine then dine on a menu of steak, lamb
sausages, chicken skewers, garlic prawns and a selection of fresh salads and
a tasty dessert. There’s time for stargazing too (weather permitting). D
Day 3: Uluru (Ayers Rock) – Kings Canyon
After a morning at leisure, drive through sand hill country to Kings Canyon.
Hotel: Standard Rooms (B & R) or Deluxe Spa Rooms (S), Kings Canyon Resort.
Day 4: Kings Canyon – Farewell from Alice Springs
Climb to the rim of Kings Canyon for marvellous views of Watarrka National
Park or explore the boulder-strewn canyon creek bed, an easier, shady
walk. Travel back to Alice Springs, where your short break concludes.
As this Short Break concludes after 7.00pm, accommodation will need to be
Prices
Budget B
Standard R
Superior S
$ Adult Twin
low
high
$ Child
low
high
1350
1415
1080
1525
1645
1220
1395
1515
1116
1132
1212
1316
$ Single*
low
high
1750
1839
2095
1885
2075
2335
included (see page 90)
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Kakadu
& East Alligator River
Kakadu &
Litchfield National Parks
2 days | code: DK40
3 days | code: DK48
Highlights
•Discover Kakadu National Park
•Nourlangie & Ubirr rock art
•Cruise on Yellow Water Billabong
•East Alligator River cruise
Guluyambi Cruise
Departs
Wangi Falls
Highlights
Daily (Apr-Nov) and
Mon & Thu (Dec-Mar) 6.30am
•Guluyambi Cultural Cruise
•Crocodile spotting cruise
•Litchfield’s magnificent waterfalls
Concludes
7.30pm approximately
Nourlangie
Departs
Daily (Apr-Nov) and Mon, Wed,
Thu & Sun (Dec-Mar) 6.30am
Concludes
Day 1: Darwin – Kakadu National Park
Depart Darwin and travel along the Arnhem Highway, passing major river
systems and wetland regions, into Kakadu National Park. Located 257
kilometres east of Darwin, the national park covers 20,000 square kilometres
of landscape varying from rocky escarpment that is home to historic
Aboriginal rock art dating back thousands of years, to the floodplains that
are abundant with wildlife. Join your local guide on a cruise of Yellow Water
Billabong. Search for saltwater crocodiles and the colourful range of birdlife
for which this region is renowned. Afterwards enjoy lunch at Cooinda then
visit the Warradjan Cultural Centre to view the informative displays depicting
the traditions of the Aboriginal people in Kakadu. Later, stop at Nourlangie,
where your Driver Guide will lead you on a walk to view the rock art galleries.
Hotel: Aurora Kakadu (B), Aurora Kakadu (R) or Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel
Depart Darwin and travel deep into Kakadu National Park. Take a cruise on the
Yellow Water Billabong to see prolific wildlife, then stop at the Warradjan Cultural
Centre before a guided walk to view Aboriginal rock art at Nourlangie. Hotel: Aurora
Kakadu (B), Aurora Kakadu (R) or Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel (S), Kakadu. L
(S), Kakadu. L
Add-on 50 minute scenic flight over Arnhem Land Escarpment for $250.
Day 2: Kakadu National Park – Farewell from Darwin
This morning head off with your Driver Guide to explore the World Heritage
Area of Ubirr, where you’ll climb up through the ancient Aboriginal rock
art galleries, believed to be 20,000 years old, to the lookout for the view
over the surrounding wetlands. Join the Guluyambi Cruise along the
East Alligator River. An Aboriginal guide will provide an insight into their
culture, including local mythology, the river’s abundant food chain, as
well as bush survival skills. With special permission of the local people,
you are able to go ashore in Arnhem Land. Visit the Bowali Visitor Centre
before returning to Darwin, where your short break concludes. L
Prices
Budget B
Standard R
Superior S
$ Adult Twin
low
high
$ Child
low
high
$ Single*
low
high
589
471
665
579
615
625
645
695
463
500
492
556
516
650
709
739
769
875
Low season: 01 Apr 2016 – 31 May 2016 & 01 Oct 2016 – 31 Mar 2017. High season: 01 Jun 2016 – 30 Sep 2016.
included (see page 90). In April & November to March if weather conditions preclude access to East Alligator
region, alternative touring will be arranged on day 2.
Day 2: Guluyambi Cultural Cruise – Darwin
This morning stop at Ubirr with a short walk to view Aboriginal rock art.
Join the Guluyambi Cruise along the East Alligator River in search of saltwater
crocodiles. You’ll have an Aboriginal guide with you and with the special
permission of the local people, you’ll be able to go ashore in Arnhem Land.
Visit the Bowali Visitor Centre before returning to Darwin Hotel: Travelodge
Mirambeena Resort (B), Travelodge Mirambeena Resort (R) or Mantra on the
Esplanade/DoubleTree Esplanade (S), Darwin. L
Day 3: Darwin – Litchfield National Park – Farewell from Darwin
Follow the Stuart Highway via Batchelor to Litchfield National Park. You
have the opportunity for scenic and interpretive bush and monsoon vine
forest walks. View Florence Falls before making your way down the stairs
to the plunge pool below with an opportunity to swim. Visit Tolmer Falls
for a magnificent view of the water cascading down to the deep waterhole
below. Venture to Wangi Falls for another opportunity for a swim in the large
crystal-clear pool and an optional steady climb through the rainforest to the
top of the falls. You’ll stop for a picnic lunch. A great day also for taking many
interesting photos, including the amazing stand of termite mounds. Return
to Darwin, arriving early evening, where your short break concludes. L
Prices
Budget B
Standard R
Superior S
$ Adult Twin
low
high
835
895
875
995
850
925
$ Child
low
high
$ Single*
low
high
680
1010
668
700
716
740
796
985
1045
1105
1160
1299
Low season: 01 Apr 2016 – 31 May 2016 & 01 Oct 2016 – 31 Mar 2017. High season: 01 Jun 2016 – 30 Sep 2016.
All prices are per person, land only. *Single traveller must pay the single price. National Park entry fee is included
(see page 90). In April & November to March if weather conditions preclude access to the East Alligator region,
alternative touring will be arranged on day 2. Wednesday & Sunday departures operate in reverse.
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Kakadu
& Katherine Gorge
Tropical
Top End
3 days | code: DG42/52
4 days | code: DG45/55
Yellow Water Billabong cruise
Edith Falls
Highlights
•Jumping Crocodile Cruise
•Yellow Water Billabong Cruise
•Cruise on Katherine Gorge
•Refreshing swim at Edith Falls
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Florence Falls
Jumping Crocodile Cruise
Departs
Mon, Thu & Sat 6.30am (Apr & Nov)
and Tue & Sat 7.15am (May-Oct) and
Mon & Thu (Dec-Mar)
Concludes 6.00pm (May-Oct)
Litchfield National Park
Highlights
•Jumping Crocodile Cruise
•Cruise on Yellow Water Billabong
•Litchfield’s magnificent waterfalls
and 8.30pm (Apr & Nov-Mar)
Katherine Gorge
Departs
Mon & Thu 6.30am (Apr & Nov-Mar)
and Tue & Sat 7.15am (May-Oct)
Concludes
As this Short Break departs at 6.30am/7.15am, accommodation will need to be
As this Short Break departs at 6.30am/7.15am, accommodation will need to be
Join the famous Jumping Crocodile Cruise, then travel into Kakadu National
Park for lunch and visit the Bowali Visitor Centre. This afternoon view ancient
Aboriginal rock art and take a guided walk to the top of Ubirr for magnificent
views of the surrounding habitats. Hotel: Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel,
Join the famous Jumping Crocodile Cruise. Travel into Kakadu National
Park for lunch and visit the Bowali Visitor Centre. View ancient
Aboriginal rock art and take a guided walk to the top of Ubirr for
magnificent views. Hotel: Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel, Kakadu. L
Kakadu. L
Day 2: Kakadu National Park – Katherine
First up, take a guided walk to view Aboriginal rock art at Nourlangie. Continue
to the Warradjan Cultural Centre to view the informative displays and exhibits
depicting the traditions of the Aboriginal people in Kakadu. Join the famous
Yellow Water Billabong cruise to observe saltwater crocodiles and the colourful
range of birdlife for which this region is renowned. This afternoon travel to
Katherine, the third largest town in the Northern Territory, often described as
the place ‘where the outback meets the tropics’. Hotel: ibis Styles, Katherine. L
Day 3: Katherine – Farewell from Darwin
Enjoy a morning cruise through Katherine Gorge and watch for crocodiles
basking in the sun. Afterwards visit Nitmiluk Visitor Centre for an opportunity
to look around, before continuing to Edith Falls. The paperbark and pandanus
fringed natural pool at the base of the falls is suitable for swimming
throughout most of the year (conditions permitting). Stop at the Adelaide River
War Cemetery, en route to Darwin, where your short break concludes. B
Prices
Superior $ Adult Twin
low mid high
909
985
1069
low
727
$ Child
mid high
788
855
low
$ Single*
mid high
1079
1155
1325
Low season: 01 Apr 2016 – 30 Apr 2016 & 01 Nov 2016 – 31 Mar 2017. Mid season: 01 May 2016 – 31 May 2016
& 01 Oct 2016 – 31 Oct 2016. High season: 01 Jun 2016 – 30 Sep 2016. All prices are per person, land only.
*Single traveller must pay the single price. National Park entry fee is included (see page 90). Green season
itinerary (Code: DG52) operates April & November to March. Day 2 overnight in Darwin instead of Katherine.
Day 2: Kakadu National Park – Katherine
Take a guided walk at Nourlangie to view Aboriginal rock art. Continue to
the Warradjan Cultural Centre, before a cruise on the famous Yellow Water
Billabong to observe saltwater crocodiles and prolific wildlife. This afternoon
travel via Pine Creek to Katherine. Hotel: ibis Styles, Katherine. L
Day 3: Katherine Gorge Cruise – Darwin
Enjoy a morning cruise through Katherine Gorge and watch for crocodiles
basking in the sun. Then proceed to the informative Nitmiluk Visitor
Centre for an opportunity to look around, before continuing to Edith
Falls. The paperbark and pandanus fringed natural pool at the base of
the falls is safe for swimming throughout most of the year (conditions
permitting). Stop at the Adelaide River War Cemetery, en route to Darwin.
Hotel: Mantra on the Esplanade/DoubleTree Esplanade, Darwin. B
Day 4: Darwin – Litchfield National Park – Farewell from Darwin
Travel south to Litchfield National Park. From the Tabletop Range view
Florence and Tolmer Falls. Continue to Wangi Falls, where there is time to relax
and swim. Return to Darwin, arriving early evening, where your short break
concludes. L
Prices
Superior
$ Adult Twin
low mid high
1069
1275
1359
low
855
$ Child
mid high
1020 1087
low
1239
$ Single*
mid high
1570
1739
Low season: 01 Apr 2016 – 30 Apr 2016 & 01 Nov 2016 – 31 Mar 2017. Mid season: 01 May 2016 – 31 May 2016 &
01 Oct 2016 – 31 Oct 2016. High season: 01 Jun 2016 – 30 Sep 2016. All prices are per person, land only. *Single
traveller must pay the single price. National Park entry fee is included (see page 90). Green season itinerary
(Code: DG55) operates April & November to March. Day 2 overnight in Darwin instead of Katherine. From
May to October, Monday and Friday departures operate in reverse.
Territory Tracks
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7 days
Explore the Red Centre by coach then take a momentous journey to the Top End on
board Australia’s most famous train The Ghan. You’ll delve in to the rich indigenous
culture of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, then explore the diverse natural landscapes
and wildlife of Kakadu. There’s something for everyone!
7 days from
DARWIN 1
1
$2819
KAKADU
1
Ayers Rock to Darwin
1
AYERS ROCK
1
ALICE SPRINGS
Code: YRD7
1
Uluru (Ayers Rock)
Start
The Ghan
• The Ghan train journey
• Uluru sunset & sunrise
• Explore the domes of magical
• Discover the wilderness
of Kakadu National Park
• View ancient Aboriginal
rock art at Ubirr
• Discover teeming wildlife on
the Yellow Water Billabong
• Aboriginal guide on
Guluyambi Cruise,
East Alligator River
Inclusions
Dining
•Breakfast (1) B
•Lunches (3) L
•Dinner (1) D
Departs
Sat (Apr-Nov)
Concludes
Morning of day 7
End
Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
Day 1: Welcome to Uluru (Ayers Rock)
On arrival at Ayers Rock Airport you
will be transferred to the resort
(flights to arrive prior to 1.00pm).
This afternoon, drive around the
awesome base of Uluru. At Mutitjulu
Waterhole view Aboriginal rock art,
as your Driver Guide explains Uluru’s
history and native flora and fauna.
At the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural
Centre enjoy locally-made arts and
crafts. Travel to the sunset viewing
area to enjoy complimentary wine
and canapés and watch the effect of
the setting sun on the colour of Uluru.
Don’t forget your camera! Hotel:
Outback Pioneer Hotel (B) or Desert
Gardens Hotel (R), Ayers Rock Resort.
Add-on the Uluru Barbecue Dinner
for $136. After sunset, join us under
the stars at our exclusive venue.
Enjoy sparkling wine on arrival,
then dine on a menu of steak, lamb
sausages, chicken skewers and garlic
prawns, salads and a tasty dessert. All
accompanied by a selection of wines,
beers and soft drinks. There’s time for
stargazing too (weather permitting).
Day 2: Uluru – Alice Springs
Travel to the sunrise viewing area,
Talinguru Nyakunytjaku, near Uluru
and watch the first sunlight of the day
creep across the desert plains. Enjoy
a warming cup of tea or coffee as
the morning sun slowly changes the
colour of Uluru. Travel to the mystical
36 domes of Kata Tjuta (the Olgas).
Continue to the base of Walpa Gorge
to explore the gorge and the unusual
conglomerate rock formations. The
walking trail through Walpa Gorge
follows the natural creek between
two of the tallest domes of Kata
Tjuta. This afternoon travel to Alice
Low season: 01 Apr 2016 – 31 May 2016. High season:
01 Jun 2016 – 30 Nov 2016. All prices are per person,
land and rail content only. *Single traveller must pay
the single price. ^Shared facilities in a Single Cabin.
Price for private facilities in a Twin Cabin is available
on request. National Park entry fee is included (see
page 90).
Springs. Hotel: ibis Styles Oasis (B) or
Lasseters Hotel (R), Alice Springs.
Day 3: Alice Springs – The Ghan
Enjoy a free day in Alice Springs.
Why not visit the Alice Springs
Desert Park (own expense), home
to plants and wildlife native to the
area. You can really experience
the beauty and diversity of this
incredible landscape. The Arrernte
people, Traditional Owners of the
park, are also on hand to share their
local wisdom and knowledge. Late
this afternoon you’ll be transferred
to Alice Springs Railway Station to
board The Ghan for your overnight
journey to the tropical Top End. Rail:
Gold Service (B & R), The Ghan. D
Land. Later visit the Bowali Visitor
Centre before returning to Darwin
this afternoon. Hotel: Travelodge
Mirambeena Resort (B & R). Darwin. L
Note: From November to May access
to Ubirr and East Alligator River is
not always possible. Alternative
touring will be arranged.
Your rail break concludes this
morning in Darwin. You’ll be
transferred to Darwin Airport for
your onward flight (flights anytime).
Day 4: The Ghan – Darwin
On arrival at Darwin Train Station
you will be transferred to your hotel.
The remainder of the afternoon is at
leisure. Hotel: Travelodge Mirambeena
Resort (B & R), Darwin. B L
Day 5: Darwin – Kakadu
National Park
Depart Darwin and travel deep into
Kakadu National Park. Take a cruise
on the Yellow Water Billabong to
see prolific wildlife, then stop at the
Warradjan Cultural Centre before
a guided walk to view Aboriginal
rock art at Nourlangie. Hotel:
Aurora Kakadu (B & R), Jabiru. L
Day 6: Kakadu National
Park – Darwin
Stop at Ubirr with a short walk to view
rock art. Join the Guluyambi Cruise
along the East Alligator River in search
of saltwater crocodiles. You’ll have an
Aboriginal guide with you and with the
special permission of the local people,
you’ll be able to go ashore in Arnhem
Prices
Budget B
Standard R
$ Adult Twin
low
high
2819
2879
2914
3024
Uluru sunset
$ Child
low
high
2245
2293
2320
2409
$ Single*
low
high
3129
3249^
3324
3534^
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Ultimate Top End Escape
It’s the mix of adventurous hikes to natural plunge pools, relaxing dips beneath
tumbling waterfalls, cruises on floodplains, prolific wildlife and waking to the sounds
of nature beneath magical skies that make this affordable adventure one you’ll
never forget.
4 days
Aussie
Adventures
4 days from
Ubirr
Mary River
Darwin
Wangi
Falls
Litchfield
National Park
Start
Katherine Gorge
End
As this Aussie Adventure departs at
8.00am, accommodation will need to
• Cruise the pristine
Mary River Wetlands
• Discover Aboriginal rock art
at Ubirr
• S
wim at spectacular
waterfalls in Kakadu &
Litchfield National Parks
• Go canoeing through
Katherine Gorge
• Learn about the history &
culture of the Jawoyn people
• Relax in outback hot springs
at Mataranka
• Value for money small
group experience
Inclusions
•Comfortable accommodation
•Travel in air-conditioned 4WD
vehicle with maximum 16 guests
Dining
•Breakfasts (3) B
•Lunches (4) L
•Dinners (3) D
Day 1: Darwin – Kakadu
Hit the road and head east along the
Arnhem Highway to the Mary River
for an exciting safari cruise on the
wetlands. The wetland’s abundant
wildlife has to be seen to be believed.
Your expert guide knows exactly
where to spot the resident crocs and
birdlife as he navigates a custommade boat through the rich waters
and lily pads. Continue on to Kakadu
National Park, stopping for lunch
along the way. Visit Bowali Visitor
Centre to view a series of informative
displays on the National Park’s flora
and fauna before you travel to Ubirr
to discover ancient Aboriginal rock art.
Your Driver Guide will interpret the
meaning of the x-ray style paintings
as you walk through the open air
galleries. Ubirr’s natural rock shelters
contain art that depicts creation
ancestors and animals found around
the surrounding floodplain such as
Barramundi, goannas and long-necked
turtles. Climb to Nadab lookout for
spectacular views over the floodplain
and escarpment country. Settle-in for
the night and make sure your camera
batteries are charged for tomorrow’s
Departs
Mon (May-Oct) 8.00am
Concludes
7.30pm in Darwin
Canoe on Katherine Gorge
1 JABIRU
Pine
Creek
Katherine
2
Gunlom
Falls
Kakadu
National
Park
KATHERINE
GORGE
Mataranka
Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
adventure. Hotel: Anbinik Kakadu
Resort (shared facilities), Kakadu. L D
Day 2: Kakadu – Katherine
This morning travel to Gunlom Falls
for the chance to swim in a natural
infinity pool. You have the option
to take a steep but rewarding climb
to the top of the falls (easier walk
with plunge pool access available).
Cool down when you reach the top
and take a dip in the serene plunge
pools surrounded by gum trees with
unbeatable views over the National
Park. Afterwards continue to the small
township of Pine Creek for lunch, then
stop for an afternoon swim beneath
the cascading waterfall at Edith
Falls. Pass through the township of
Katherine before you arrive at Nitmiluk
Campground. Enjoy dinner with your
fellow travellers before heading off
to your permanent tent for the night!
Hotel: Nitmiluk Permanent Tents (no
power in tent/torch provided, shared
facilities), Katherine, 2 nights. B L D
Day 3: Katherine
First up is a tasty pancake breakfast
before a day exploring the Katherine
region and what it has to offer. Enjoy
a leisurely morning canoeing through
Katherine Gorge. You’ll be amazed
by the glass-like reflections of the
gorge and experience the beauty of
$955
Darwin return
Code: KNL4
$955 adult
$764 child
$1175 single*
National Park entry fee is included. Anbinik Kakadu
Resort does not accommodate children under 8 years.
the ancient waterway up close. Later
you’ll join a guided tour of Cutta
Cutta Caves. The limestone caves
surrounding bushland are home to
five species of bats, including the rare
ghost and horseshoe bats, as well as
up to 170 species of birds. Next you’ll
enjoy a picnic lunch at Mataranka Hot
Springs. Afterwards, take a relaxing
swim in the warm thermal pool and
crystal clear streams or head off for a
short bushwalk to check out the Roper
River and Mataranka Falls. Return to
the campground for dinner. B L D
Day 4: Katherine – Litchfield
– Farewell from Darwin
Wake to the sounds of native birds
and wildlife. After breakfast, depart
Katherine and travel to Litchfield
National Park. Cool down at Buley
Rockhole, a series of plunge pools
that cascade down the hillside. After
a quick bite to eat at the Wangi Falls
Café, enjoy a dip at Wangi Falls. Head
back to Darwin to visit the famous
Mindil Beach Sunset Market. Enjoy
the amazing sunset while you are
entertained by buskers, bands and
performers and don’t forget to taste
the sensational food on offer and
take home a handmade souvenir.
Your Aussie Adventure concludes
this evening in Darwin. B L
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Cradle Mountain is one of my favourite places.
It seems to change from romantic and mystical
to stunning big nature as the clouds and weather
change over the mountains. The rugged beauty of the
destination is a real feature, but when you combine
that with the clear air and pure water, it makes for
delicious fresh local produce too. The Salmon Farm
and Cheese Factory visits are always guest favourites
– who doesn’t like indulging a little on holiday!
Carlie Reservations Manager
Cradle Mountain
Food and Wine
Josef Chromy Wines Natural Wonders
Tamar Valley
Enjoy tasting premium cool-climate
estate grown wine with a perfectly
matched lunch sourced from the
freshest local produce. Relax and
indulge in the delicate varietal flavours
while overlooking the surrounding vineyards and lakes of this
61 hectare estate in the Tamar Valley, near Launceston.
41° South Salmon Farm Meander Valley
Explore one of the most unique and environmentally friendly
inland fish farms with the Pyka family and learn how salmon
are raised in the fresh water ponds. Taste Tasmanian Atlantic
Salmon harvested from the cold and pristine fresh water of the
Montana Falls and get a chance to tour the ginseng plantation.
Cradle Mountain Fill your lungs with
pure Tasmanian
air and get back to
nature at Cradle
Mountain-Lake St.
Clair National Park.
Explore the extensive
network of walking
tracks and hike along
the shores of Dove
Lake with majestic
views of Cradle Mountain. You’ll be completely captivated
by this dramatic landscape, home to a wealth of wildlife
including wombats, Tasmanian Devils, platypus and echidna.
Hobart, Launceston
& Tasmania
A slice of pristine
wilderness
Tasmania is a world unto itself. Whether you’re
soaking up the atmosphere on a stroll through
Hobart’s Salamanca Market or travelling along
a road surrounded by World Heritage-listed
rainforest, you’ll be awestruck by everything
Tassie has to offer. From its rich colonial
history and untouched wilderness to its
fresh local produce and enticing cool climate
wines, Tasmania is a little piece of heaven.
You can marvel at the pristine wilderness of Cradle
Mountain, take in spectacular Wineglass Bay in
Freycinet National Park and breathe in the cleanest
air in the world. Plus, you can come face-to-face
with a Tasmanian Devil, cruise the majestic Gordon
River or experience Australia’s convict past at Port
Arthur. For food lovers there’s plenty to delight
the taste buds like ripe strawberries, delicate
wines, gourmet cheese and Tasmanian salmon
fresh from the pond. But what really makes your
Apple Isle holiday complete is the friendly and
welcoming people you’ll meet along the way. They’ll
definitely leave you with a smile on your face.
Learn more about Tasmania at
aatkings.com/tasmania
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Perfect Tasmania
12 days
Dove Lake
• Explore Hobart’s city sights
• Discover famous
Salamanca Market
• Visit spectacular Russell Falls
• Cruise on the Gordon
River with a delicious
included lunch
• Step back in time
on Sarah Island
• Hike around Dove Lake
at Cradle Mountain
• Explore the town of
murals – Sheffield
• Taste Tasmanian salmon
at 41° South Salmon Farm
• Indulge in local cheeses at
Ashgrove Cheese Farm
• Savour Tassie’s famous food
and wine at Josef Chromy
• Explore Launceston
• Visit Bridestowe
Lavender Estate
Day 1: Welcome to Hobart
Meet your Travel Director and fellow
travellers for a tour of Hobart including
Battery Point, Salamanca Place, the
Botanic Gardens and Constitution
Dock. The last stop is Mt. Nelson for
amazing views of Hobart. Tonight you’ll
get to know everyone at a welcome
reception and dinner. Hotel: Hotel
Grand Chancellor, Hobart, 2 nights. D
World Heritage protected FranklinGordon Wild Rivers National Park, and
on to coastal Strahan. Hotel: Strahan
Village. B D
Day 4: Strahan – Cradle Mountain
Start the day with a Gordon River
cruise, where the wilderness comes to
the water’s edge. You’ll be awestruck
by the beauty of the dark waters
reflecting the untouched wilderness.
Day 2: Salamanca Market ‘Free Time’ Stop at Sarah Island and discover the
ruins of the penal colony. See Hell’s
A free day to enjoy the sights, sounds,
flavours, action and colour of Salamanca Gate and Heritage Landing, site of the
2,000 year old Huon Pine. Later pass
Market. Stroll along the hundreds of
the mining and hydro electric towns
stalls and meet the friendly people
of Rosebery and Tullah, as you travel to
who make or grow what they sell. B
Cradle Mountain National Park. Hotel:
Day 3: Hobart – Strahan
Cradle Mountain Hotel, 2 nights. B L D
This morning you’ll head west to New
Day 5: Cradle Mountain
Norfolk and the magnificent Mt. Field
National Park, Tasmania’s oldest, and
This morning it’s time to explore
location of the spectacular three-tiered Cradle Mountain National Park. Join
Russell Falls. This afternoon visit the
your Travel Director for a guided walk
Wall in the Wilderness, a fascinating
around Dove Lake, then choose to
sculpture where artist Greg Duncan
meander through the forest and alpine
has hand-carved a series of scenes into heathlands on a purpose built board
a collection of panels commemorating walk or for a more challenging hike,
those who have shaped the area’s past head to Marion’s Lookout. If a close
and present. Travel to Queenstown,
up encounter with a Tasmanian Devil
along the rainforest bordered road of
or a pampering spa treatment sounds
more like you, your Travel Director can
assist you to make a booking. B D
Day 6: Cradle Mountain – Launceston
Departing Cradle Mountain this
morning you’ll head to Sheffield,
where history and art merge to create
an entire town of murals. Next it’s on
to 41° South Salmon & Ginseng Farm
for a guided tour to see the twenty
freshwater ponds that house around
10,000 Tasmanian Atlantic Salmon.
Taste the salmon before you visit
Ashgrove Farm Cheese Factory for
a mouth watering presentation on
cheese making and some delicious
tastings. Continue to Tassie’s ‘northern
capital’ Launceston. Hotel: Hotel Grand
Chancellor, Launceston, 2 nights. B D
Day 7: Launceston
This morning you’ll discover the
Tamar Valley.
‘You’re invited’ to
lunch at Josef Chromy Wines. The
views over the surrounding vineyards
and lakes provide an idyllic location
to enjoy tasting some of the estategrown cool climate wines followed
by Tasmania’s fresh local produce for
lunch. This afternoon is free for you
to relax or explore on your own. B YL
• Cruise on Wineglass Bay
• Taste freshly
shucked oysters
• Experience MONA
• Learn about historic
Port Arthur
• Discover Bicheno’s
little Blue Penguins
• Step back in time at
Shene Estate
Bridestowe Lavender Farm
MONA
Experience what the island state is world renowned for - idyllic scenery, abundant wildlife,
gourmet food and wine, art and friendly locals. Explore Hobart’s Salamanca, witness the
stunning natural beauty of Russell Falls, Cradle Mountain and Freycinet National Park and
tantalise your taste buds with Tasmanian Salmon, local cheese and other delicious treats.
Inclusions
Start
and Driver Guide
Dining
•‘You’re invited’ morning tea (1) YM
•‘You’re invited’ lunch (1) YL
•Lunches (2) L
•Dinners (7) D
Airport
transfers
12.30pm into Hobart Airport
anytime from Hobart Airport
End
Weldborough
Pass
St. Helens
Sheffield
2 LAUNCESTON
CRADLE
Ashgrove Farm
Josef Chromy
MOUNTAIN 2 Cheese Factory
Wines
Queenstown
STRAHAN 1
Gordon
River Cruise
Guided
Holidays
Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
41° South
Salmon Farm
Mt. Field
National Park/
Russell Falls
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MONA
BICHENO
2
Ross
Wineglass
Bay
Freycinet
National Park
Shene Estate
Eaglehawk
Neck
HOBART 2 2
Port
Arthur
Isle of the
Dead Cruise
12 days from
$4295
Hobart return
Code: THLH
$4295
$4525
$1085
$1100
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Day 8: Launceston – Bicheno
The beautiful Bridestowe Lavender
Estate is our first stop today. Treat
yourself to their famous lavender
ice-cream! Later learn about the
Legerwood Carved Memorial Trees in
honour of fallen WWI soldiers, visit
the old mining town of Derby then
drive through lush myrtle rainforest
at Weldborough Pass. You’ll visit
the seaside town of St. Helens at
lunchtime, en route to Bicheno.
This evening discover Bicheno’s
little Blue Penguins on a guided
tour at dusk. Hotel: Best Western
Beachfront at Bicheno, 2 nights. B D
Day 9: Freycinet National Park
Discover the exquisite beauty of
Wineglass Bay on a four hour lunch
cruise of the Freycinet Peninsula
with a local guide. Cruise from
the gentle shores of Coles Bay
along the Freycinet coast to one
of the world’s best beaches. Later,
experience breathtaking Freycinet
National Park, with its pink granite
mountains, coastal dunes and
dry eucalypt forests. A guided
walk will unveil astonishing views
across brilliant blue water, forest
and golden beach. Cape Tourville
Lookout will amaze you. B L D
Day 10: Bicheno – Hobart
Journey to historic Ross, considered
the finest nineteenth century village
in Australia. Visit the exquisite Ross
Bridge with its 186 carvings depicting
Celtic symbols, flora, fauna and
notable personalities of the day.
As you travel south towards
Hobart you’ll stop at Shene Estate,
a reflection of early Australian
architecture and the colonial era
for a ‘You’re invited’ experience. A
walking tour of this iconic property
with a local expert is followed by
a basket of home-made treats for
morning tea. On the way to Hobart
you’ll visit Australia’s largest privately
funded museum, the Museum of
Old and New Art (MONA), with
its mix of ancient, modern and
contemporary art. Hotel: Hotel Grand
Chancellor, Hobart, 2 nights. B YM
Day 11: Port Arthur
En route to Port Arthur cross
Eaglehawk Neck to the Tasman
Peninsula. Enjoy a fascinating guided
walk of Port Arthur Historic Site and
Freycinet National Park
infamous convict prison and a cruise
around the Isle of the Dead. View
the rugged sea cliffs from Pirate’s
Bay Lookout, and feast your eyes on
the amazing vistas of Tasman’s Arch,
Devil’s Kitchen and the Blowhole on
your return to Hobart. This evening
celebrate a wonderful holiday, with
your Travel Director and fellow
travellers at a farewell dinner. B FD
Day 12: Farewell from Hobart
be transferred to Hobart Airport
for your onward flight. B
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The stories of the colourful characters who were
brewing from early colonial days are fabulous !
Tom Driver Guide
Alcohol History of Hobart
On a fantastic stroll around Hobart, taste Tasmanian wines, distilled spirits
and boutique cider. Robyn and Phil weave an incredible narrative of the role
alcohol has played in Hobart from the early colonial days to present.
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Tassie’s Parks & Nature
Lose yourself in Tasmania’s stunning West Coast. Chat with locals at Salamanca Market
and be awestruck by Russell Falls, the dark waters of Gordon River and purity of Cradle
Mountain. Savour fresh Tasmanian Salmon and delicious cheeses at Ashgrove Farm. And
indulge at our ‘You’re invited’ dining experience at Josef Chromy Wines.
Start
End
Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
41° South
Salmon Farm
Sheffield
CRADLE MOUNTAIN 2
Ashgrove Farm
Cheese Factory
1
LAUNCESTON
Queenstown
Josef
Chromy
Wines
STRAHAN 1
Mt. Field
National Park/
Russell Falls
Salamanca
Place
HOBART 2
Cradle Mountain
• Discover Salamanca Market
• Cruise on the Gordon River
with a delicious lunch
at Cradle Mountain
• Explore the town of Sheffield
• Taste Tasmanian salmon at
41° South Salmon Farm
• Indulge in local cheeses at
• Savour Tassie’s famous food
and wine at Josef Chromy
Inclusions
& Driver Guide
Dining
•Lunch (1) L
•Dinners (5) D
Airport
transfers
4.00pm from Launceston Airport
Guided
Holidays
7 days from
$2595
Hobart to
Launceston
Code: THHL
Gordon
River Cruise
• Explore Hobart’s city sights
7 days
$2595
$2750
$600
$620
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Nov06
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Nov12
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Jan29
Feb05
Feb19
Mar11
Mar25
Apr01
Apr08
Apr 29
Jan07
Feb04
Feb11
Feb25
Mar17
Mar31
Apr07
Apr14
May05
2016
Meet your Travel Director and
fellow travellers for a tour of Hobart
including Battery Point, Salamanca
Place, the Botanic Gardens and
Constitution Dock. The last stop is
Mt. Nelson for amazing views of
Hobart. Tonight you’ll get to know
everyone at a welcome reception,
followed by dinner. Hotel: Hotel
Grand Chancellor, Hobart, 2 nights. D
Day 2: Salamanca Market
A free day to enjoy the sights,
sounds, flavours, action and colour
of Salamanca Market. Stroll along
the hundreds of stalls and meet
the friendly locals who make
or grow what they sell. Market
highlights include Tasmanian
art and craft, timbers, stylish
clothing and bold ceramics. B
Day 3: Hobart – Strahan
This morning you’ll head west to
New Norfolk and the magnificent
Mt. Field National Park, location
of the spectacular three-tiered
Russell Falls. This afternoon visit
the Wall in the Wilderness, a
fascinating sculpture where artist
Greg Duncan has hand-carved a
series of scenes into a collection of
panels commemorating those who
have shaped the area’s past and
present. Drive along the rainforest
bordered road of World Heritage
protected Franklin-Gordon Wild
Rivers National Park, to coastal
Strahan. Hotel: Strahan Village. B D
Day 4: Strahan – Cradle Mountain
Start the day with the Gordon
River Cruise, where the wilderness
comes to the water’s edge. You’ll be
awestruck by the beauty of the dark
waters reflecting the untouched
wilderness. Stop at Sarah Island
and discover the ruins of the
brutal penal colony. See Hell’s Gate
and Heritage Landing, site of the
2,000 year old Huon Pine. Pass the
mining and hydro electric towns of
Rosebery and Tullah, as you travel
to Cradle Mountain National Park.
Hotel: Cradle Mountain Hotel,
2 nights. B L D
This morning it’s time to explore
Cradle Mountain National Park.
Join your Travel Director for a
guided walk around Dove Lake
then choose to meander through
the forest and alpine heathlands
on a purpose built board walk
or for a more challenging hike,
head to Marion’s Lookout. If
a close up encounter with a
Tasmanian Devil or a pampering
spa treatment sounds more like
you, your Travel Director can assist
you to make a booking. B D
– Launceston
Departing Cradle Mountain this
morning you’ll head to Sheffield,
where history and art merge to
create an entire town of murals.
Next it’s on to 41° South Salmon
& Ginseng Farm for a guided walk
to see the twenty freshwater
ponds that house around 10,000
Tasmanian Atlantic Salmon. You’ll
have the chance to taste smoked
salmon and rillette. Visit Ashgrove
Farm Cheese Factory for a mouth
watering presentation on cheese
making and some delicious tastings.
Continue to Tassie’s ‘northern
capital’ Launceston. Hotel: Hotel
Grand Chancellor, Launceston. B D
Day 7: Farewell from Launceston
This morning you’ll discover the
Tamar Valley.
‘You’re invited’
to lunch at Josef Chromy Wines.
The views from the surrounding
vineyards and lakes provide an
idyllic location to enjoy tasting
some of the estate-grown
cool climate wines followed by
Tasmania’s fresh local produce
for lunch. Your holiday concludes
this afternoon. You’ll be
transferred to Launceston Airport
for your onward flight. B YL
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Optional
Experience:
Animal Night
Spotting &
Tasmanian Devils
At dusk, Cradle
Mountain
comes alive
with all sorts
of creatures
of the night.
An animal
night spotting tour is definitely
a must, especially for the wildlife
lovers! You’ll see native animals
in their natural environment
including wallabies, wombats and
possums and you even get to visit
a Tasmanian Devil sanctuary for an
up close and personal experience
with these fascinating marsupials.
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Tassie Getaway
6 days
This getaway has it all – history, art and natural landscapes. See beautiful Wineglass Bay
and Freycinet National Park, taste Lavender ice cream at Bridestowe Lavender Estate and
meet Anne Kernke for morning tea at Shene Estate. Visit Port Arthur Historic Site and be
challenged by cutting-edge art at the Museum of Old and New Art (MONA).
6 days from
$1995
Weldborough
Pass
St. Helens
Launceston 1
Start
End
Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
BICHENO 2
Ross
Wineglass Bay
Freycinet
National Park
Shene
Estate
MONA
HOBART
2
Eaglehawk Neck
Port Arthur
Isle of the
Dead Cruise
Port Arthur Historic Site
• Cruise on Wineglass Bay
• Explore the beautiful
• Taste freshly shucked oysters
• Discover MONA’s
intriguing art collection
historic Port Arthur
• Enjoy dinner
overlooking Hobart
• Visit Bridestowe
Lavender Estate
• Enjoy morning tea at
Shene Estate
Inclusions
& Driver Guide
Dining
•‘You’re invited’ morning tea (1) YM
•Lunch (1) L
•Dinners (2) D
Airport
transfers
3.00pm into Launceston Airport
Guided
Holidays
Launceston
to Hobart
Code: TLHH
$1995
$1995
$480
$495
2015
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Nov12
Nov26
End
Oct06
Nov17
Dec 01
Jan07
Jan14
Feb04
Feb11
Feb 25
Mar17
Mar31
Apr07
Apr14
May05
Jan12
Jan19
Feb09
Feb16
Mar01
Mar22
Apr 05
Apr12
Apr19
May10
2016
Day 1: Welcome to Launceston
On arrival at Launceston Airport
you’ll be transferred to your
hotel where you will meet your
Travel Director for a welcome
reception. Hotel: Hotel Grand
Chancellor, Launceston.
Depart Launceston for your first
stop, the Bridestowe Lavender
Estate where you can sample their
famous lavender ice-cream. Later,
learn about the Legerwood Carved
Memorial Trees in honour of fallen
WWI soldiers, the old mining town
of Derby and then drive through lush
myrtle rainforest at Weldborough
Pass. You’ll visit the seaside town
of St. Helens at lunchtime. This
evening get to know your Travel
Director and travelling companions
over dinner. Hotel: Best Western
Beachfront at Bicheno, 2 nights. B D
Experience the exquisite beauty of
Wineglass Bay on a four hour lunch
cruise of the Freycinet Peninsula
with a local guide. The cruise will
take you from the gentle shores of
Coles Bay along the Freycinet coast
to one of the world’s best beaches.
Then get your camera ready for
the spectacular and breathtaking
Freycinet National Park, with its pink
granite mountains, coastal dunes
and dry eucalypt forests. A guided
walk will unveil astonishing views
across brilliant blue water, forest
and golden beach. Cape Tourville
Lookout will amaze you. B L D
Day 4: Bicheno – Hobart
Journey to historic Ross, considered
the finest nineteenth century village
in Australia. Visit the exquisite
Ross Bridge with its 186 carvings
depicting Celtic symbols, flora, fauna
and notable personalities of the
day.
As you travel south towards
Hobart you’ll stop at Shene Estate,
a reflection of early Australian
architecture and the colonial era
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Freycinet
for a ‘You’re invited’ experience. A
walking tour of this iconic property
with Anne Kernke is followed by
a basket of home-made treats for
morning tea. On the way into Hobart
you’ll visit Australia’s largest privately
funded museum, the Museum of
Old and New Art (MONA), with
its mix of ancient, modern and
contemporary art. Hotel: Hotel Grand
Chancellor, Hobart , 2 nights. B YM
Day 5: Port Arthur
Cross the 100 year old Denison
Canal and make your way along
the impressive tree-lined coast. En
route to Port Arthur cross Eaglehawk
Neck to the Tasman Peninsula.
Enjoy a fascinating guided walk
of Port Arthur Historic Site and
infamous convict prison and a
cruise around the Isle of the Dead.
View the rugged sea cliffs from
Pirate’s Bay Lookout, and feast
your eyes on the amazing vistas
of Tasman’s Arch, Devil’s Kitchen
and the Blowhole on your return
to Hobart. This evening celebrate
a wonderful trip with your fellow
travellers at a farewell dinner. B FD
morning after breakfast and
you’ll be transferred to Hobart
Airport for your onward flight. B
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Experience:
Bruny Island
Traveller
Book an extra night’s accommodation
and discover the best of Bruny Island
including the spectacular landscapes,
gourmet produce and inspiring local
people. Taste local delights including
cheese, oysters, salmon, wine and
berries. Enjoy short walks and see some
of the unique wildlife that calls the
island home.
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Tasmanian Wonders
10 days
The Nut, Stanley
• Explore Hobart’s
iconic sights
• Visit spectacular
Russell Falls
• Cruise on the Gordon
River with a delicious
included lunch
• Discover Cradle
Mountain National
Park on a guided tour
• Visit historic
Highfield House
• See ‘The Nut’ at Stanley
• Experience Burnie’s
Makers’ Workshop
• Taste delicious cheese at
• Wine tasting at the Tamar
Valley’s Velo Winery
• Explore Launceston
Transfer from Hobart Airport to
your hotel for check-in and then
you’ll take an afternoon tour of
Hobart. Your orientation takes in
Battery Point, Salamanca Place,
the Botanic Gardens, Constitution
Dock, and Mt. Nelson for amazing
views overlooking Hobart. Tonight
you will meet your Travel Director
and fellow travellers for a welcome
dinner with fabulous views of Hobart.
Hotel: Wrest Point, Hobart. D
Day 2: Hobart – Queenstown
This morning you head west to New
Norfolk and the magnificent Mt.
Field National Park. Tasmania’s oldest
National Park is the location of the
spectacular three-tiered waterfall,
Russell Falls, which is surrounded
by towering swamp gums. You’ll
then take the winding journey to
Queenstown, along the rainforest
bordered road of World Heritage
protected Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers
National Park – a magnificent part
of the world. Hotel: West Coaster
Motel, Queenstown, 2 nights. B D
Day 3: Gordon River Cruise
Today you travel to the fishing
village of Strahan on Macquarie
Harbour where you’ll cruise the
Gordon River, while enjoying lunch.
You’ll be awestruck by the beauty
of the dark waters, reflecting the
untouched wilderness and be
amazed by the 2,000 year old Huon
Pine at Heritage Landing. Later,
the afternoon is yours to relax and
enjoy your surroundings. B L D
Day 4: Queenstown – Smithton
Travel past Lake Plimsoll through
Tullah on the shores of Lake Rosebery,
surrounded by forests and mountains
to the sensational Cradle Mountain
National Park. Once there we’ll
take you to gorgeous Dove Lake
for spectacular views of Cradle
Mountain – make sure the camera’s
charged, this is a scenic highlight,
and the air – there’s none fresher!
Rolling green hills and Friesian
cows – this afternoon you’ll think
you’re in a butter commercial as
you make your way past Table Cape,
home of tulips, for views of Bass
Strait, the lighthouse and coastline.
You’ll then visit Highfield House,
unique among colonial residences
in Tasmania. It was built by the Van
Diemen’s Land Company and is a rare
example of domestic architecture
from the Regency period, which is
characterised by refined decoration
that is geometric yet elegant.
Your final destination is Smithton.
Hotel: Tall Timbers, Smithton. B D
Day 5: Smithton – Launceston
Picturesque Stanley is in your sights
as you head west with a view of ‘the
Nut’. Next stop is Burnie for a guided
tour of the Makers’ Workshop, a
place that honours Burnie’s history,
innovators and artists. Later, travel
east along the coast through Penguin
and Ulverstone then south to
Sheffield for a wander through this
town of murals with its colourful
wall paintings that adorn the town’s
buildings. Visit the Ashgrove Farm
Cheese Factory for a presentation on
cheese making and some delicious
produce testing – yum! Hotel: Best
Western Plus, Launceston, 2 nights. B
• Taste fresh berries at
Hillwood Berry Farm
• Discover Bridestowe
Lavender Estate
and the delicious
lavender ice cream
• Get glimpses of
Wineglass Bay in
• Discover Bicheno’s
little Blue Penguins
Gordon River cruise
It’s time to tick Tassie off your bucket list! Get amongst the idyllic scenery of Russell
Falls, the Gordon River, Cradle Mountain and Freycinet National Park then step back
in time at Port Arthur and in Hobart. We won’t let you leave without sampling local
cheese, boutique wine, delicious fresh picked berries and more!
Inclusions
Stanley
‘the Nut’
and Driver Guide
1
End
Weldborough
Pass
Sheffield
•Lunch (1) L
•Dinners (6) D
Cradle Mountain
Tullah
Rosebery
Airport
transfers
Strahan
Ashgrove Farm
Cheese Factory
St. Helens
2 LAUNCESTON
BICHENO 1
QUEENSTOWN
2
Freycinet
National Park
Your first stop is Hillwood Berry Farm,
a family-run farm in the heart of the
scenic Tamar Valley. Experience the
sweeter side of farming with freshly
picked strawberries, raspberries and
other fruit in season. Then it’s on to
Bridestowe Lavender Estate. Why not
try one of their famous lavender ice
creams! Later you’ll see Legerwood
Carved Memorial Trees in honour of
fallen WWI soldiers, and then drive
through the lush myrtle rainforest
at Weldborough Pass. You’ll visit St.
Helens before arriving in the seaside
hamlet of Bicheno. This evening
Hobart return
Code: FHLH
$2775
$2950
$750
$770
Mt. Field
National Park/
Russell Falls
2015
Richmond
HOBART 1 1
Eaglehawk
Neck
Sorell
1 PORT ARTHUR
discover Bicheno’s little Blue Penguins
on a guided tour at dusk. Hotel: Best
Western Beachfront at Bicheno. B D
Day 8: Bicheno – Port Arthur
Get your camera ready for the
spectacular and breathtaking
Freycinet National Park. You’ll take
a walk that will unveil astonishing
views across brilliant blue water,
forest and golden beach. Cape
Tourville Lookout is awesome!
Travel through Swansea and Orford,
then chart a course for Port Arthur
along an impressive cliff-lined
coast. You’ll cross the 100 year old
Denison Canal and the historic onceguarded checkpoint of Eaglehawk
Neck. On arrival in Port Arthur,
you’ll cruise around the Isle of the
Dead and then take a guided walk
of the historic site and prison. This
evening, perhaps test your nerve on
an optional lantern-lit Ghost Tour!
Hotel: Port Arthur Motor Inn. B D
amazing vistas of Tasman’s Arch,
Devil’s Kitchen and the Blowhole.
Drive through the Coal River Valley
to the historic sandstone village of
Richmond, site of Australia’s oldest
operational road bridge and a perfect
spot for lunch. Cross the Derwent
River on your way into Hobart, where
the afternoon is free to do as you
wish. This evening join your Travel
Director and new-found friends
for a wonderful farewell dinner.
Hotel: Wrest Point, Hobart. B FD
Day 9: Port Arthur – Hobart
This morning, on your way back
to Hobart, feast your eyes on the
On Saturdays, Salamanca Place
comes alive with famous markets rub shoulders with the locals!
Carolyn Travel Director
Salamanca Market
Tasmanian Wilderness
$2775
Isle of the
Dead Cruise
Day 6: Launceston
Start your day at Velo, a boutique
winery, where at a private wine
tasting, you’ll hear not only of Velo’s
cool climate wines but also the
intriguing story of Michael Wilson,
who transformed from Olympic
cyclist to boutique wine producer.
This afternoon is free to explore
‘Lonny’. Maybe visit Cataract Gorge
or take a cruise on the Tamar River. B
10 days from
Gordon
River Cruise
Guided
Holidays
Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
Burnie
Devonport
SMITHTON
Dining
Start
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Book an extra night of accommodation so you don’t miss out on
Salamanca Market. Over 300 stallholders sell fresh and gourmet produce, arts,
crafts and handiwork crafts from all over Tasmania, interstate and overseas.
Renowned as one of the top attractions in Tasmania, the Salamanca Market
is another good reason to make your stay in Hobart last a little longer.
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Tassie’s Wilderness Icons
Tassie’s western wilderness will take your breath away and leave you inspired and
refreshed. You’ll be awestruck by the natural landscapes of Russell Falls, the Gordon
River, Cradle Mountain National park and the ‘Nut’ at Stanley and you’ll have the
chance to meet local producers and delight in their cheese and wine.
Start
Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
End
SMITHTON 1
Burnie
Devonport
Stanley
‘the Nut’
Sheffield
Cradle Mountain
National Park
Tullah
Rosebery
Strahan
Ashgrove Farm
Cheese Factory
1 LAUNCESTON
QUEENSTOWN
2
Lake St. Clair
Gordon
River Cruise
Mt. Field
National Park/
Russell Falls
6 days
Guided
Holidays
6 days from
$1725
Hobart to
Launceston
Code: FHHL
$1725
$1850
$425
$435
HOBART 1
2015
Russell Falls
• Explore Hobart’s iconic sights
• Cruise on the Gordon River
• Discover Cradle
Mountain National Park
on a guided tour
• Visit historic Highfield House
• Admire ‘The Nut’ at Stanley
• Experience the Makers’
Workshop, Burnie
• Taste delicious cheese at
• Wine tasting at the Tamar
Valley’s Velo Winery
Inclusions
& Driver Guide
Dining
•Lunch (1) L
•Dinners (4) D
Airport
transfers
Transfer from Hobart Airport to
your hotel for check-in, where
you’ll then take an afternoon
tour of Hobart. Your orientation
takes in Battery Point, Salamanca
Place, the Botanic Gardens,
Constitution Dock, and Mt. Nelson
for incredible views overlooking
Hobart. Tonight you will meet
travellers for a welcome dinner
with fabulous views of Hobart.
Hotel: Wrest Point, Hobart. D
Day 2: Hobart – Queenstown
This morning you head west to
magnificent Mt. Field National
Park, the location of the
spectacular three-tiered waterfall
- Russell Falls. You’ll then take the
winding journey up to Lake St. Clair
and back down to Queenstown,
along the rainforest bordered
road of World Heritage protected
Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers
National Park. Hotel: West Coaster
Motel, Queenstown, 2 nights. B D
Day 3: Gordon River Cruise
Travel to the fishing village of
Strahan where you’ll cruise
the breathtaking Gordon River.
Expert commentary and lunch
are included. Use your free
time this afternoon to relax
or explore – maybe visit the
Huon Pine Museum. B L D
Day 4: Queenstown – Smithton
Travel past Lake Plimsoll through
Tullah on the shores of Lake
Rosebery, to the sensational
Cradle Mountain National Park.
Once there we’ll take you up to
Waldheim and gorgeous Dove Lake
for spectacular views of Cradle
Mountain – make sure the camera’s
charged, this is nature at its best!
Rolling green hills and Friesian
cows – this afternoon you’ll think
you’re in a butter commercial as
you make your way past Table
Cape, home of tulips, for views
of Bass Strait, the lighthouse and
coastline. You’ll then visit Highfield
House, unique among colonial
residences in Tasmania. It was
built by the Van Diemen’s Land
Company and is a rare example
of domestic architecture from
the Regency period, which is
characterised by refined decoration
that is geometric yet elegant.
Your final destination is Smithton.
Hotel: Tall Timbers, Smithton. B D
Day 5: Smithton – Launceston
Picturesque Stanley is in your sights
as you head west with a view
of ‘the Nut’. Next stop is Burnie
for a guided tour of the Makers’
Workshop, a place that honours
Burnie’s history, innovators and
artists. Later, travel east along
the coast through Penguin and
Ulverstone then south to Sheffield
for a wander through this town
of murals with its colourful wall
paintings that adorn the town’s
buildings. En route to Launceston
you’ll visit the Ashgrove Farm
Cheese Factory to learn all about
cheese making and taste some
samples. Don’t miss their signature
wild wasabi cheese! Hotel: Best
Western Plus Launceston. B
Top off your holiday at Velo, a
boutique winery, where at a
private wine tasting, you’ll hear
not only of Velo’s cool climate
wines but also the intriguing
story of Michael Wilson, who
transformed from Olympic cyclist
to boutique wine producer. Later,
your holiday concludes and you’ll
be transferred to Launceston
Airport for your onward flight. B
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James Boag’s
Brewery
Enjoy a guided
tour of Tasmania’s
famous James Boag’s
Brewery topped off
with a beer tasting.
Ask your Travel
Director for details.
Tassie’s East Coast Highlights
Experience the sweetest holiday around Tassie’s east coast. Visit Hillwood Berry Farm and
taste the freshly picked fruit on offer. Discover Bridestowe Lavender Estate’s delicious
lavender ice cream. Embark on a spectacular guided walk in Freycinet National Park and
step back in time at Richmond and historic Port Arthur, cruising to the Isle of the Dead.
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4 days
Guided
Holidays
4 days from
Weldborough
Pass
St. Helens
1 Launceston
$1075
BICHENO 1
Start
End
Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
Freycinet
National Park
Richmond
Eaglehawk Neck
HOBART 1 Sorell
1 PORT ARTHUR
Isle of the
Dead Cruise
Historic Richmond Bridge
As this Guided Holiday departs early
morning, accommodation should be
• Take a guided walk in
• Taste fresh berries at
Hillwood Berry Farm
• Discover Bridestowe
Lavender Estate and their
delicious lavender ice cream
• Cruise the Isle of the Dead
• Visit historic Richmond
• Explore Hobart
Inclusions
& Driver Guide
Dining
•Dinners (2) D
Airport
transfers
Day prior – Flights to arrive anytime
into Launceston Airport
Depart Launceston for your first
stop, Hillwood Berry Farm, a familyrun farm in the heart of the scenic
Tamar Valley. Experience the sweeter
side of farming with freshly picked
strawberries, raspberries and other
fruit in season. Then it’s on to
Bridestowe Lavender Estate. Why not
try one of their famous lavender ice
creams! Later you’ll see Legerwood
Carved Memorial Trees in honour of
fallen WWI soldiers and then drive
through the lush myrtle rainforest
at Weldborough Pass. You’ll visit St.
Helens before arriving in the seaside
hamlet of Bicheno. This evening
travellers for a welcome reception
and dinner. This evening discover
Bicheno’s little Blue Penguins on
a guided tour at dusk. Hotel: Best
Western Beachfront at Bicheno. D
Day 2: Bicheno – Port Arthur
Get your camera ready for the
spectacular and breathtaking
Freycinet National Park. You’ll
take a guided walk that will unveil
astonishing views across brilliant blue
water, forest and golden beach. Cape
Tourville Lookout is amazing. Travel
through Swansea and Orford, then
chart a course for Port Arthur along
an impressive cliff-lined coast. You’ll
cross 100 year old Denison Canal and
the historic once-guarded checkpoint
of Eaglehawk Neck. On arrival in Port
Arthur, you’ll cruise around the Isle of
the Dead and then take a fascinating
guided walk of the historic site and
prison. Perhaps test your nerve on
an optional lantern-lit Ghost Tour!
Hotel: Port Arthur Motor Inn. B D
Day 3: Port Arthur – Hobart
After breakfast, it’s off to Hobart.
On your way feast your eyes on the
amazing vistas of Tasman’s Arch,
Devil’s Kitchen and the Blowhole.
Drive through the Coal River Valley
to the historic sandstone village
of Richmond, site of Australia’s
oldest operational road bridge and
a perfect spot for lunch. Cross the
Derwent River on your way in to
Hobart, where the afternoon is free
to do as you wish before a special
farewell dinner with your Travel
Director and new-found friends.
Hotel: Wrest Point, Hobart. B FD
Let your mind be challenged by
this unique evolving museum.
Agnes Graphic Design Team
MONA: Museum of Old & New Art
Book an afternoon flight and spend some time at MONA. From the first glimpse
of its striking architecture, the Museum of Old and New Art (MONA) will
heighten your visual senses and challenge the psyche as you approach on a cruise
down the Derwent River. Experience the heavenly, the controversial and the
enthralling nature that creates the foundation of this celebrated establishment.
Launceston
to Hobart
Code: FLHH
$1075
$1150
$255
$255
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Tasmanian Harvest
7 days
Quamby Estate
• Stay in luxury boutique
accommodation
• Immerse yourself in
MONA’s evocative art
• Taste delicious local
wine at Moorilla Estate
• Enjoy a degustation at
The Source Restaurant
• Explore colourful
Salamanca Market
• Indulge your senses
on Bruny Island
historic Shene Estate
• Visit World Heritage
listed Brickendon Estate
• Enjoy a country picnic
at Quamby Estate
• Taste 41° South
Salmon produce
• Visit 7 Sheds
micro brewery
• Experience a Hunter
and Gatherer dinner
at Quamby Estate
at Cradle Mountain
• Enjoy complimentary
refreshments
along the way
• Taste whisky at Hellyers
Road Distillery
experience
Welcome to Hobart. You’ll be
transferred by private car to The
Henry Jones Art Hotel. Designed by
award winning architects, the hotel
is Australia’s first dedicated art hotel,
standing proudly on Hobart’s glorious
waterfront. A handsome row of
historic warehouses dating from the
1820s (the former IXL jam factory) have
been creatively transformed into this
superb first class hotel that seamlessly
combines antique and ultra modern
styling and showcases the work of
Tasmania’s visual artists. At Henry
Jones, they’ve thought of everything!
Meet your Driver Guide and travelling
companions before setting out on your
journey to discover Tasmania’s world
class produce, culture and natural
beauty. Cruise down the Derwent
River for an afternoon of wine
tasting and cultural regeneration at
Hobart’s newest and most fascinating
attraction, MONA. You’ll taste Moorilla
Estate’s fine wines from the tank
on a private tasting experience and
Moo Brew Brewery’s famous beers
before letting loose in the evocative
MONA gallery. After discovering
David Walsh’s famous collections, get
to know your fellow travellers over
a delicious 3 course degustation at
The Source restaurant where Head
Chef Phillipe Leban and his team
have designed an ever evolving menu
featuring seasonal produce from
Tassie and beyond. Hotel: The Henry
Jones Art Hotel, Hobart, 3 nights. D
Day 2: Salamanca Market
This morning is all yours, free to enjoy
the sights, sounds, flavours, colour and
action of Salamanca Market. Explore
the market stalls, wander through
the historic sandstone warehouses
discovering innovative Tasmanian arts
and crafts, and delight in the taste
and aroma of freshly baked goods and
local produce, meeting the friendly
people who make or grow what they
sell. Take a moment to sit back and
relax at one of Salamanca’s cafés and
watch the world pass you by with a
cooling ale or locally produced cider.
This afternoon you’ll have a unique
opportunity to delve in to Tasmania’s
unique history from its convict past to
modern day when you join a walking
tour with a focus on Hobart’s early
colonial days and the fascinating role
alcohol consumption played. You’ll
taste wines from several Tasmanian
wine regions at the Gasworks Cellar
Door, sample some fine Tasmanian
Whisky and finish off with a cooling
cider from a local craft cider house. B
Day 3: Bruny Island
Discover the best of Bruny Island to
experience the spectacular landscapes,
gourmet produce and inspiring local
people. After a short ferry ride to the
secluded island, your first stop will
be the Bruny Island Cheese Company
where you’ll taste a selection of
gourmet cheeses in a beautiful bush
setting, along with fresh sourdough
bread, baked onsite in the baker’s
outdoor wood fired oven. Next it’s
on to Get Shucked to sample freshly
shucked pacific oysters. Delicious!
If you thought that was enough
eating for now, next up enjoy an
al fresco morning tea. Bruny Island
truly does provide Tasmania’s ultimate
wilderness experience so you’ll
have the opportunity to see white
wallabies, native wildlife and birds in
their natural habitat and take a beach
walk to enjoy the fresh unspoiled
air. Visit Australia’s southern most
vineyard at lunch time to sample the
premium wines with lunch then top
off the day with a little locally made
fudge and a visit to Bruny Island
House of Whisky before you take
the ferry back to the mainland. It’s
sure to be a day to remember. B L
Day 4: Hobart – Quamby Estate
Today is all about grand estates
and bygone eras. This morning
take a short trip to Pontville to visit
Shene Estate. Shene’s custodian,
Anne Kernke will give you exclusive
access to the country estate’s iconic
colonial buildings including the
main homestead where Anne lives
with her family, the stables, barn,
dairy and outbuildings. Anne and
her family are incredibly passionate
about sharing the rich and colourful
past by throwing open and inviting
you to look, touch and be inspired
Moorilla Estate
Only the best of the best will do! It’s all about fresh local produce and superb boutique
accommodation. From Hobart to Cradle Mountain, explore Bruny Island, visit country
estates and taste your way around the Meander Valley. Cruise to MONA, taste local
whisky and wines and indulge with gourmet picnics and degustation dinners.
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Inspiring
Journeys
Inclusions
Dining
Burnie
7 Sheds Brewery
Christmas Hills Raspberry Farm
•Lunches (4) L
•Dinners (3) D
Airport
transfers
2
Launceston
CRADLE 1 41° South QUAMBY
MOUNTAIN Salmon Farm ESTATE
Start
End
Brickendon
Estate
Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
Day 1 – Flights to arrive before
$3395
Shene
Estate
MONA
HOBART 3
7 days from
Hobart to
Launceston
Code: HCLL
$3395
$3450
$4435
$4500
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by the stunning property. It’s not
uncommon to be strolling around
the property when something shiny
catches the eye and you realise you’ve
uncovered more history in the form
of antiquities, broken china or even
decades-old horse shoes from the
property’s polo days of old. Sit down
with a warm cup of tea or coffee
and a light bite to eat then continue
north through the Midlands. Very
different to Shene is World Heritage
listed Brickendon Estate. While Shene
was owned by gentry, Brickendon is
an original convict working farm and
is still, 7 generations on, owned and
operated by the Archer family. The
stunning grounds are reminiscent of a
quaint English garden with ducks and
geese waddling their way around the
original timber barns and cottages.
You’ll take a guided stroll with one of
the Archer family around the property
including the magnificent gardens
that Angela Archer has been tending
for the last 30 years. You’ll stay for the
next two nights at Quamby Estate,
an iconic country manor situated
on 150 acres of picture perfect
landscape. The estate dates back to
1828 and was formerly the ancestral
home of Tasmania’s first local born
Premier, Sir Richard Dry. At Quamby,
the elegance lets you know you’re
41 ° South Salmon Farm
staying at one of Tasmania’s most
prestigious properties and blends old
world charm with modern touches.
Quamby has rediscovered the lost art
of picnics! On arrival, grab a picnic
blanket and a basket full of goodies
and take yourself off to a private patch
of paradise with nothing between you
and your partner but countryside. Just
magic! This afternoon you may like to
wander around the property, play a
game of tennis or even grab a bicycle
and take a ride down the surrounding
country lanes. Hotel: Quamby Estate,
Launceston, 2 nights. B L D
Day 5: Meander Valley
Today’s journey will take you through
the Meander Valley, known for its
produce and farm gate sellers. You’ll
visit Christmas Hills Raspberry Farm
to enjoy a morning tea featuring the
farm’s fresh raspberry creations, then
41° South Salmon & Ginseng Farm
where you’ll join the Pyka family to
hear how they came to be salmon
farmers when they arrived in Australia
from Germany. Take a wander through
their property to learn a little about
aquaculture and feed the salmon
that have been reared in cold pristine
waters sourced from Montana Falls.
Before you leave, you must try the
fresh smoked salmon. Next it’s off
to a little town called Railton, known
as the Town of Topiary, to visit Willie
Simpson and Catherine Stark at their
micro brewery. Enjoy a guided tour
through their 7 Sheds Brewery and
hop garden and hear how they use
fresh local produce to create great
flavours in the beer brewed on site.
Before you leave you can taste their
craft creations on tap in the tasting
room. Back at Quamby Estate, tonight
you’ll sit down to a special Hunter
and Gatherer dinner crafted by the
estate’s Executive Chef to highlight
the surrounding local produce. B HD
Day 6: Quamby Estate –
Cradle Mountain
This morning it’s time to explore the
pristine inspiring beauty of Cradle
Mountain National Park. Join your
Driver Guide for a guided walk around
Dove Lake before choosing how you
spend your afternoon. For those that
want a more challenging hike, head to
Marion’s Lookout and Wombat Pool,
or if you’d like a leisurely meander
back to Cradle Mountain lodge
through the wild ancient forests and
alpine heathlands you can follow
the purpose built boardwalks and
spot grazing wallabies, pademelons
and echidna along the way. If horse
riding or a pampering Vichy Shower
spa treatment are more your thing,
your Driver Guide can assist you
in making a booking. Tonight have
a delicious meal at the lodge in
Highlands Restaurant. Afterwards, sit
back by one of the log fires and sip
a warming whisky nightcap. Hotel:
Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge. B L D
Today you head towards Launceston
via Tasmania’s rugged North Coast.
In Burnie you’ll stop at Hellyers
Road Distillery for a Whisky Walk.
You’ll ramble through the working
distillery where you’ll be shown the
ingredients and processes that deliver
one of the finest boutique single malt
whisky’s in the world. After a lunch
stop, continue along the coast with
views of Bass Strait before you arrive
in Launceston where your indulgent
Inspiring Journey concludes. We know
you’ll have plenty of wonderful tales
to tell when you head home, and no
doubt your friends and family will
want to follow in your footsteps! B L
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Quamby Estate
Golf
Play 9 or 18 holes with views of Ben
Lomond to the East and the Great
Western Tiers to the south. Constructed
in the early 1900s, the course is set
amongst a landscape of lakes, cascades,
creeks and stunning greenery, and
boasts some of the best bunkering
you’re ever likely to see on a 9 hole
course. After your game, enjoy a relaxing
drink in the 1850s Georgian clubhouse.
Ask your Driver Guide for details.
We really had a lot of fun on this visit
to South West WA. Yes, ‘surfing’ on Wave
Rock was brilliant, as was spending time
with some of the resident kangaroos on
the beach at Lucky Bay. But this year,
I encourage you to keep your eye out for
our exciting new Broome to Perth West
Coast holiday – back by popular demand!
The visit to the clear waters of
Coral Bay is going to be a highlight.
Lauren Product Development Manager
Wave Rock
Food and Wine
Margaret River Region
Relax in the picturesque vineyard setting
of world renowned Margaret River. Indulge
your taste buds at a berry farm and visit
a boutique brewery for a tasting paddle
of craft beer. Gourmet lunch at 3 Oceans
Wine Company is the perfect complement to the region’s finest
wines against a backdrop of incredible forest and ocean scenery.
The Sandalwood Factory Kununurra
‘You’re invited” to a privately hosted dinner at The Sandalwood
Factory in the heartland of Kununurra’s sandalwood plantations.
Dine on fresh, locally-inspired produce grown in the bountiful Ord
Valley and visit the unique showroom to indulge your senses.
Wangi Mia Aboriginal Experience
Yanchep National Park Enjoy an Aboriginal
cultural experience
in an authentic bush
setting. Interact with
local Aboriginal guides
who will share with
you their traditional
way of life. Hear their
fascinating stories, get
hands-on with bush
tucker and learn some
new dance moves.
Perth, the Kimberley
& Western Australia
On the far
western horizon
Western Australia is a land of contrasting beauty
and ruggedness. Stretching from the Kimberley
region all the way down the coastline to South
Western Australia, you’ll be entranced by
Australia’s largest state and its diverse natural
landscapes, wildlife and indigenous culture.
Experience the remote outback as you travel
through the Kimberley, an area so vast that it
has fewer people per square kilometre than any
place on earth. From the majestic Geikie Gorge
to the turquoise waters of Cable Beach, you’ll be
amazed by the serenity of this expansive land.
Travelling down the coast of Western Australia is
a true adventure with the clear waters of Coral
Bay and the friendly dolphins of Monkey Mia a
definite highlight.
The incredible diversity continues in the south
west. Don’t miss the mystical Pinnacles, indulge
in premium wines in Margaret River or ‘surf ’
striking Wave Rock. Your friendly Travel Director
and Driver Guide will share their knowledge
along the way, bringing your holiday to life.
Learn more about Western Australia at
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Western Wonderland
15 days
Tree Top Walk
• ‘Surf’ Wave Rock
• Indulge in Margaret
River food and wine
• Frolic with dolphins
at Monkey Mia
• Perth city sights touring
• Strike it rich on a tour of
the Super Pit gold mine
• Discover white sandy
beaches near Esperance
• Walk high above the trees
at Valley of the Giants
• Chocolate tasting in
Margaret River
• Beer tasting at a
boutique brewery
• Explore cosmopolitan
Fremantle & it’s market
• Visit New Norcia’s
Benedictine Monastery
• Discover WA’s famous
wildflowers (seasonal)
• Experience Kalbarri
National Park
• Walk spectacular Shell Beach
• Learn about Hamelin Pool’s
ancient Stromatolites
• Visit the HMAS Sydney
Memorial in Geraldton
• Marvel at the Pinnacles
• Delve into indigenous culture
at Yanchep National Park
Day 1: Welcome to Perth
This afternoon when you meet your
Travel Director and fellow travellers
at your hotel, set off on a city tour of
Perth including a visit to Kings Park
where you can see the broad expanse
of the Swan River and wander around
the Anzac Memorial and wildflower
gardens. You’ll also see the many
public art installations around the
city and get a feel for the distinct
precincts surrounding the CBD.
Tonight, dine out and get to know
your fellow travellers over a delicious
meal. Hotel: Travelodge Perth. D
Day 2: Perth – Kalgoorlie
Journey to the Golden Outback
passing through Corrigin to Hyden and
visit fascinating Wave Rock at lunch
time. This magnificent rock formation
resembling a gigantic wave, was
formed over three million years ago.
Once you’ve seen Wave Rock, grab a
spot of lunch and why not wander
through the visitor centre’s eclectic
collection of lace and the largest
collection of toy soldiers in the world.
Continue through the Wheatbelt and
the former ghost town of Coolgardie
on your way to Kalgoorlie. This town
in the gold fields is surrounded by
some of the most dazzling spring
wildflowers (seasonal). Hotel: Rydges
Kalgoorlie Resort and Spa. B D
Day 3: Kalgoorlie – Esperance
This morning you’ll join a local guide
on a tour of the Super Pit gold mine.
The Super Pit produces up to 850,000
ounces of gold every year and is
the largest open-pit gold mine in
Australia. Afterwards, discover the
character and stories of this historic
gold mining town on an orientation
tour. Why not sneak in to the Exchange
Hotel for a lunch in Kalgoorlie’s
most iconic pub. Later, stop to look
out over the impressive salt lake,
Lake Lefroy, then continue through
Norseman and on to Esperance for
a two night stay at this picturesque
seaside town. Hotel: Comfort Inn
Bay of Isles, Esperance, 2 nights. B D
Day 4: Esperance
Visit Cape Le Grand National Park for
breathtaking views of the wild coastal
scenery, rugged granite peaks and
sweeping heathlands. Stop at aweinspiring Thistle Cove and marvel
at its jaw dropping white sand and
crystal clear blue water. At Lucky
Bay, one of the most unique and
stunning bays in Australia, you may
see grey kangaroos that like to laze
on the pristine beach. Just magic!
This afternoon is yours to do as you
wish. Maybe kick back and relax with
a book by the water or take a wander
through this seaside hamlet. B
Day 5: Esperance – Albany
See the mysterious Pink Lake and
travel through Ravensthorpe and the
Fitzgerald Biosphere to Bluff Knoll
Lookout to witness the rugged beauty
of the Stirling Ranges National Park.
The National Park is one of the richest
areas for flora in the world. Continue
to Albany, rich in Anzac history, and
settle in to your hotel for the night.
Hotel: The Dog Rock Motel, Albany. B D
Day 6: Albany – Margaret River
Zealanders left Albany bound for
WWI. This morning you may like to
visit the National Anzac Centre which
opened in 2014 to coincide with the
100th anniversary of the first convoys
departing. Afterwards you’ll journey
to Valley of the Giants to explore
the canopy of the Tingle forest
along the Tree Top Walk. Continue
to Margaret River, one of Australia’s
premier wine growing regions. The
region’s scenery and fresh air will
leave you invigorated. Hotel: Quality
Inn Margaret River, 2 nights. B D
Get ready for a day that will delight
your taste buds! Margaret River is
known not only for its fabulous wine
but also for its fresh produce and
boutique producers. First up you’ll
visit a berry farm for a delicious
devonshire tea in a picturesque
cottage garden. You’ll have the chance
to taste the farm’s homemade jams,
preserves and more at the cellar
door. Continue to award winning
3 Oceans Wine Company for a tour,
tasting and lunch prepared using
fresh local produce. Next you’ll visit
a boutique brewery with spectacular
views of the surrounding farms,
National Park and vineyards. Enjoy
a tasting paddle of their finest craft
beer to top off your day. Your evening
is free to do as you wish. B HL
Wildflowers
Explore cosmopolitan Perth before heading inland to Wave Rock, then watch in awe as the
landscape changes and you discover crystal clear water, white sandy beaches and ancient
forests. Taste Margaret River’s renowned food and wine, venture to seaside Fremantle
and spend time discovering wildflowers and frolicking with dolphins at Monkey Mia.
Guided
Holidays
Inclusions
and Driver Guide
15 days from
Dining
$4999
•Highlight lunch (1) HL
•Dinners (8) D
Airport
transfers
12 noon into Perth Airport
anytime from Perth
2
1
GERALDTON 1
The Pinnacles
Yanchep
National Park
PERTH 1
Valley of the Giants
Day 10: Fremantle – Geraldton
Today you’ll travel along the West
Australian coastline to the port
of Geraldton. Heading north
to Yanchep National Park, you’ll
enjoy a fantastic Aboriginal cultural
experience in a bush setting. Meet
your Aboriginal guide who’ll share
with you their way of life and will
treat you to the enchanting sounds
of the didgeridoo. It’s a hands on
Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
End
New
Norcia
Busselton
MARGARET RIVER 2
Day 9: Fremantle ‘Free Time’
With a free day to explore this
wonderful town, you could visit the
colourful Fremantle Markets. There
are 150 stalls under one roof and you’ll
have a chance to purchase local arts
and crafts and taste local delights.
You may like to wander along the
Fremantle foreshore and enjoy some
Aussie fish and chips with views of
Freo’s famous fishing fleet or sip a
cooling ale at Little Creatures Brewery.
Whatever it is you choose to do, you’re
bound to enjoy every second. B
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KALBARRI
FREMANTLE 2
Day 8: Margaret River – Fremantle
This morning, why not grab a coffee
and wander around Margaret River
township before you travel north to
Busselton, a popular holiday resort
on the shores of Geographe Bay.
On arrival in Fremantle you’ll have a
chance to enjoy lunch before joining
a local guide for a private tour of
Fremantle Prison. Step inside and take
a journey back in time where you
can view life as it was for prisoners
and discover how time was passed
in the yards, while marvelling at
original prisoner works of art. From its
convict origins in the 1850’s until its
closure as a maximum-security gaol
in 1991, your entertaining guide will
show you the lighter side of prison
humour. Hotel: Esplanade Hotel
Fremantle by Rydges, 2 nights. B D
Perth return
MONKEY MIA
$4999
$5150
$1450
$1470
1 KALGOORLIE
1
Code: WEMP
Cape Le Grand
National Park
Wave Rock
2
ESPERANCE
Stirling Ranges
ALBANY National Park
1
experience where you’ll have the
chance to touch and feel traditional
Aboriginal tools, and it will have you
rolling around with laughter. Continue
along the coast to the seaside hamlet
of Lancelin at lunchtime and then
to Nambung National Park, home of
the marvellous Pinnacles, a series of
intriguing limestone formations. On
arrival in Geraldton you’ll visit the
evocative HMAS Sydney Memorial
and have time to discover the seaside
township. Hotel: Mantra, Geraldton. B
Day 11: Geraldton – Monkey Mia
Travel to Hamelin Pool to see the
world’s best known colony of
Stromatolites. Dating back to the
beginning of life on earth, while they
may not appear alive, these living
structures have helped scientists
unravel the history of life on earth!
Later visit fascinating Shell Beach, one
of only two in the world, formed from
billions of coquina bivalve shells up
to ten metres deep. Continue to the
crystal blue waters and the pristine
white shell and sandy beaches of
Monkey Mia where you’ll stay for
the next two nights. Hotel: Monkey
Mia Dolphin Resort, 2 nights. B D
Day 12: Monkey Mia ‘Free Time’
Every morning, Monkey Mia’s wild
dolphins swim to shore to be fed and
mingle with people. After a leisurely
breakfast overlooking the calm
waters of the bay, watch the famous
dolphins swim into shore (as dolphins
are wild their appearance cannot be
guaranteed). Today is yours to do as
you choose. Why not take a scenic
flight over Shark Bay Marine Park or
after a lazy morning take an afternoon
wildlife cruise aboard a catamaran to
spot sea creatures great and small.
In the evening, there’s nothing like
sitting back with a cocktail or a cool
beer watching the world go by as the
sun goes down over the water. B
Day 13: Monkey Mia – Kalbarri
Today, travel to Kalbarri. Venture into
Kalbarri National Park and visit Red
Bluff Lookout to view the spectacular
scenery of Murchison River Gorge.
From the vantage point of Hawks
Head Lookout keep an eye out for
graceful Peregrine Falcons hunting
along the gorges and cliffs.
During
wildflower season, the National Park
is in bloom with many a variety of
wildflower. You’ll spot Acacia, Banksia,
Caladenia and more! Tonight enjoy
dinner at your hotel. Hotel: Best
Western Plus Kalbarri Edge Resort. B D
Day 14: Kalbarri – Perth
Today you’ll travel back to your final
destination, Perth. On the way you’ll
stop at New Norcia, a Benedictine
community owned and operated by a
group of Roman Catholic monks since
1847. It’s Australia’s only monastic
town, where the monks live and
work. You’ll have a chance to explore
the town’s museum and art gallery.
Tonight join your Travel Director and
fellow travellers for a farewell dinner.
What a great opportunity to share
a few laughs as you recount stories
from the past 14 days together!
Hotel: Travelodge Perth. B FD
Day 15: Farewell from Perth
Bid farewell to your fellow travellers
when your guided holiday concludes
after breakfast. Have you ever thought
about taking an Indian Pacific rail
journey? Why not add a couple of
days to your holiday and travel to
Adelaide or Sydney by train! B
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Interacting with
a gorgeous little
quokka makes this
tour a must–do!
Liz Travel Director
Rottnest Explorer
Explore the beauty and tranquillity of
Rottnest Island. Enjoy a circumnavigation
of the island to visit some of Rottnest’s
most spectacular locations with a
complete interpretation of the island
through passionate and knowledgeable
crew. Gain insight into Rottnest’s
cultural and historical heritage, diverse
wildlife and fauna and social heritage.
East Meets
Western Wonderland
18 days
Indian Pacific
River food and wine
at Monkey Mia
• Strike it rich on a tour of
the Super Pit gold mine
• Discover white sandy
• Beer tasting at a
boutique brewery
• Explore cosmopolitan
Fremantle & its markets
National Park
• Walk spectacular Shell Beach
• Visit the HMAS Sydney
Memorial in Geraldton
• Marvel at the Pinnacles
• All inclusive Off Train Excursions
• All-inclusive local fare &
beverages on train
• Relax and enjoy the landscape
through large picture windows
in your private train cabin
Day 1: Sydney – Indian Pacific –
Broken Hill
Today you depart Sydney in the
afternoon and start a true journey of
contrasts – it will take you through
the heights of the majestic Blue
Mountains and across the barren
expanse of the Nullarbor Plain, to
lush vineyards and vast goldmines.
Named for the two oceans the train
encounters on its journey, the Indian
Pacific travels between Sydney and
Perth, via Adelaide, in a spectacular
4,352km journey. Get acquainted
with staff and your cabin, and settle
in for the journey. If you’d rather be
social, make your way to the Outback
Explorer Lounge to meet fellow
guests and help yourself to a welcome
drink. Rail: Indian Pacific, 3 nights. D
Day 2: Broken Hill – Adelaide
Wake up with a coffee as you arrive
in Broken Hill. On your Off Train
Excursion, explore the beauty of this
Silver City and discover the history of
mining that makes the town what
it is today. Stepping back onboard,
head straight to Queen Adelaide
Restaurant for breakfast. An extensive
menu caters to all tastes – from
light fare such as bagels, cereals
and juices to the traditional cooked
Australian breakfast. By the time
lunch is served, you’ll already be well
into South Australia on the southern
tip of the Flinders Ranges. B L D
Day 3: The Nullarbor
Wake up and marvel at the raw
beauty of the Nullarbor. Take some
time to reflect on the changing
landscapes in your journey and to
enjoy the hospitality of the Outback
Explorer Lounge. Your sense of wonder
will be well and truly ignited when it
comes time to set foot at Rawlinna
that evening. Under brilliant desert
stars, enjoy an evening stop at a place
where even the most intrepid of
travellers have never ventured. B L D
Day 4: Perth
Arrive into the cosmopolitan
western capital of Perth after lunch.
You’ll be transferred to your hotel
to meet your Travel Director and
travelling companions and get to
know them over a delicious meal.
Hotel: Travelodge Perth. B L D
Journey to Hyden and visit
fascinating Wave Rock at lunch time.
This magnificent rock formation
resembling a gigantic wave was
formed over three million years
ago. Once you’ve seen Wave Rock,
why not wander through the visitor
centre’s eclectic collection of lace
and the largest collection of toy
soldiers in the world! Continue
through the Wheatbelt and the
former ghost town of Coolgardie on
your way to Kalgoorlie. This town
in the gold fields is surrounded by
some of the most dazzling spring
wildflowers (seasonal). Hotel: Rydges
Kalgoorlie Resort and Spa. B D
This morning you’ll join a local guide
on a tour of the Super Pit gold mine. It
produces up to 850,000 ounces of gold
every year and is the largest open-pit
gold mine in Australia. Afterwards,
discover the character and stories of
this historic gold mining town on an
orientation tour. Why not sneak in to
the Exchange Hotel for a pub lunch in
Kalgoorlie’s most iconic pub. Later, stop
to look out over the impressive salt
lake, Lake Lefroy, then continue through
Norseman and on to Esperance for
a two night stay at this picturesque
seaside town. Hotel: Comfort Inn
Day 7: Esperance
Visit Cape Le Grand National Park
for breathtaking views of the wild
coastal scenery. Stop at awe-inspiring
Thistle Cove and marvel at its jaw
dropping white sand and crystal clear
blue water. At Lucky Bay, you may see
grey kangaroos that like to laze on
the pristine beach. Just magic! This
afternoon is yours to do as you wish.
Maybe kick back and relax with a
book by the water or take a wander
through this seaside hamlet. B
See mysterious Pink Lake and
travel through Ravensthorpe to
Bluff Knoll Lookout to witness the
rugged beauty of the Stirling Ranges
National Park. Continue to Albany,
rich in Anzac history, and settle in
to your hotel for the night. Hotel:
The Dog Rock Motel, Albany. B D
This morning you may like to
visit the National Anzac Centre
which opened in 2014 to coincide
with the 100th anniversary of the
first convoys departing for WW1.
Afterwards you’ll journey to Valley
of the Giants to explore the canopy
of the Tingle forest along the Tree
Top Walk. Continue to Margaret
River, one of Australia’s premier
wine growing regions. The region’s
scenery and fresh air will leave
you invigorated. Hotel: Quality
your taste buds! Margaret River is
not only known for its fabulous wine,
but also for its fresh produce and
boutique producers. First up you’ll
visit a berry farm for a delicious
devonshire tea in a picturesque
cottage garden. You’ll have the
Take a momentous rail journey across the breadth of the country on board the Indian
Pacific, then travel the South West and fall in love with the diverse dramatic landscapes.
From the Golden Outback to the ocean, the rolling hills to the vines of Margaret River,
you’ll experience it all!
2 MONKEY MIA
1 KALBARRI
1 GERALDTON
The Pinnacles
Yanchep
National Park
New
Norcia
Start
End
Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
18 days from
$7818
KALGOORLIE
1
PERTH 1
Wave
1
Rock
FREMANTLE 2 Stirling
Cape Le Grand
National Park
Ranges
2
Busselton
ESPERANCE
2
MARGARET RIVER
1 ALBANY
Guided
Holidays
ADELAIDE
Sydney to Perth
SYDNEY
Code: WEMPR
$7818
$7818
$8978
$8978
Per Person Twin
Per Person Twin
Single
2016
Inclusions
•Experienced Travel Director and
Driver Guide on coach itinerary
•Travel on the Indian Pacific
chance to taste the farm’s homemade
jams, preserves at the cellar door
before continuing to award winning
3 Oceans Wine Company for a tour,
tasting and lunch prepared using
only fresh local produce. Next you’ll
visit a boutique brewery and enjoy
a tasting paddle of their finest craft
beer to top off your day. Your evening
is free to do as you wish. B HL
This morning, why not grab a coffee
and wander around Margaret River
township before you travel north to
Busselton. On arrival in Fremantle
you’ll have a chance to get lunch,
before joining a local guide for a
private tour of Fremantle Prison.
Step inside and take a journey back
in time where you can view life as it
was for prisoners and discover how
time was passed in the yards, while
marvelling at original prisoner works
of art. From its convict origins in the
1850’s until its closure as a maximumsecurity gaol in 1991, your entertaining
guide will show you the lighter side of
prison humour. Hotel: Esplanade Hotel
Fremantle by Rydges, 2 nights. B D
Day 12: Fremantle ‘Free Time’
With a free day to explore this
wonderful town, you could visit
the colourful Fremantle Markets
or wander along the Fremantle
foreshore and enjoy some Aussie
fish and chips with views of Freo’s
famous fishing fleet or sip a cooling
ale at Little Creatures Brewery.
Whatever it is you choose to do, you’re
bound to enjoy every second. B
Today you’ll travel along the West
Australian coastline to the port
of Geraldton. Heading north
to Yanchep National Park, you’ll
Dining
•Lunches (3) L
•Dinners (11) D
experience in a bush setting. Meet
your Aboriginal guide who’ll share
with you their way of life and will
treat you to the enchanting sounds
of the didgeridoo. It’s an interactive
experience where you’ll have the
chance to touch and feel traditional
Aboriginal tools, and it will have you
rolling around with laughter. Continue
along the coast to the seaside hamlet
of Lancelin at lunchtime and then
to Nambung National Park, home of
the marvelous Pinnacles, a series of
intriguing limestone formations. On
arrival in Geraldton you’ll visit the
township. Hotel: Mantra Geraldton. B
dolphins swim to shore to be fed and
mingle with people. After a leisurely
breakfast overlooking the calm
waters of the bay, watch the famous
dolphins swim into shore (as dolphins
are wild their appearance cannot be
guaranteed). Today is yours to do as
you choose. Why not take a scenic
flight over Shark Bay Marine Park or
Airport
transfers
anytime from Perth Airport
after a lazy morning take an afternoon
wildlife cruise aboard a catamaran to
spot sea creatures great and small.
In the evening, there’s nothing like
sitting back with a cocktail or a cool
beer watching the world go by as the
scenery of Murchison River Gorge
from the vantage point of Hawks
Head Lookout and keep an eye out for
During
wildflower season, the National Park
is in bloom with many a variety of
wildflower. You’ll spot Acacia, Banksia,
Caladenia and more! Tonight enjoy
dinner at your hotel. Hotel: Best
Tonight join your Travel Director and
fellow travellers for a Farewell Dinner.
What a great opportunity to share
a few laughs as you recount stories
from the past 14 days together!
Bid farewell to your fellow
travellers when your guided holiday
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Experience:
Fremantle Tram
Climb aboard a tram for a hop on/
hop off sightseeing experience to
discover Freo’s bustling harbour,
beautifully preserved architecture,
the convict built Old Fremantle Prison
and the famed Café Strip and market
place. If you see anything that takes
your fancy, you can jump off and
spend a little more time there before
jumping back on when you’re done!
Monkey Mia Dolphins
& West Coast
Explore the Batavia Coast, famed for its shipwrecks, and admire wildflowers in Kalbarri
National Park (seasonal). Frolic with dolphins at Monkey Mia and spend the day swimming
or sailing. Marvel at Stromatolites at Hamelin Pool and the mystical Pinnacles, then
discover Aboriginal culture at Yanchep National Park and explore cosmopolitan Perth.
Monkey Mia
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Sightseeing stops
MONKEY MIA
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Hamelin Pool
Shell Beach
1 KALBARRI
1
morning, accommodation will need
to pre-booked for the previous night.
at Monkey Mia
• Explore the mysterious
Pinnacles
• Visit the HMAS
Sydney Memorial
• Walk along spectacular
Shell Beach
National Park
• Visit New Norcia’s Monastery
Inclusions
and Driver Guide
Dining
•Dinners (2) D
Airport
transfers
anytime into Perth Airport
Welcome to Western Australia!
Today you’ll meet your Travel Director
and fellow travellers and travel to
Geraldton. Heading north to Yanchep
National Park, you’ll enjoy a fantastic
Aboriginal cultural experience in a
bush setting. Meet your Aboriginal
guide who’ll share with you their
way of life and will treat you to the
enchanting sounds of the didgeridoo.
It’s a hands on experience where
you’ll have the chance to touch and
feel traditional Aboriginal tools, and
it will have you rolling with laughter.
Continue to Nambung National
Park, home of the marvellous
Pinnacles, a series of intriguing
limestone formations. On arrival in
Geraldton you’ll visit the evocative
HMAS Sydney Memorial and have
the time to discover the seaside
township. Hotel: Mantra Geraldton.
dolphins swim to shore to be fed
and mingle with people. After a
leisurely breakfast overlooking the
calm waters of the bay, watch the
famous dolphins swim into shore (as
dolphins are wild their appearance
GERALDTON
The Pinnacles
New Norcia
Yanchep National Park
1 PERTH
Fremantle
cannot be guaranteed). Today is
yours to do as you choose. Why not
take a scenic flight over Shark Bay
Marine Park or after a lazy morning
take an afternoon wildlife cruise
aboard a catamaran to spot sea
creatures great and small. In the
evening, there’s nothing like sitting
back with a cocktail or a cool beer,
watching the world go by as the
scenery of Murchison River Gorge.
From the vantage point of Hawks
Head Lookout keep an eye out for
During
wildflower season, the National
Park is a bloom with many a variety
of wildflower. You’ll spot Acacia,
Banksia, Caladenia and more! Tonight
enjoy dinner at your hotel. Hotel: Best
Tonight join your Travel Director
and fellow travellers for a Farewell
Dinner. What a great opportunity to
share a few laughs as you recount
stories from the past week together!
Bid farewell to your fellow travellers
when your trip comes to an end after
breakfast. Have you ever thought
about taking an Indian Pacific rail
journey? Why not add a couple of
days to your holiday and travel to
Adelaide or Sydney by train! B
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6 days
Guided
Holidays
6 days from
$2150
Fremantle
to Perth
Code: WPMP
$2150
$2225
$630
$640
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Jun20
Jul18
Aug22
Aug29
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Sep26
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Dec05
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Jun25
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Aug27
Sep 03
Sep10
Sep17
Sep24
Oct01
Oct08
Oct15
Oct22
Oct29
Nov12
Dec10
2017
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Jun19
Jul17
Aug21
Aug28
Sep04
Sep11
Sep18
Sep25
Oct02
Oct09
Oct16
Oct 30
Nov13
Nov27
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Origin of the
Mermaid Myth
Cruise, Monkey Mia
Head off with the wind in your hair,
the sun on your skin and a smile on
your face! Take a 3 hour cruise and
discover all sorts of fascinating marine
life. You’re likely to see friendly Monkey
Mia dolphins and shy green turtles,
with the warmer months bringing
hammerhead sharks, stingrays and herds
of dugong feeding on the sea grasses.
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South Western Escape
Outback, forests and coast, this trip has it all! ‘Surf’ Wave Rock, see gold rush ghost towns
on route to Kalgoorlie and experience coastal Esperance and Cape Le Grand National Park.
View the stunning Stirling Ranges, take the Valley of the Giants tree top walk, then indulge
your palate at Margaret River, walk Busselton jetty and relax in seaside Fremantle.
9 days
Guided
Holidays
9 days from
$2950
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Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
KALGOORLIE
1
PERTH 1
FREMANTLE 1
Lucky Bay
• Perth city sights touring
• Tour the Super Pit gold mine
• Discover the white sandy
River food and wine
• Taste beer at a
boutique brewery
• Discover cosmopolitan
Fremantle
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Dining
•Dinners (5) D
Airport
transfers
12 noon into Perth Airport
Busselton
MARGARET RIVER 2
Day 1: Welcome to Perth
This afternoon set off on a city tour
of Perth including a visit to Kings Park
where you can see the broad expanse
of the Swan River and wander around
the Anzac Memorial and wildflower
gardens. You’ll also see many art
installations around the city. Tonight,
dine out and get to know your
fellow travellers over a delicious
meal. Hotel: Travelodge Perth. D
Journey to the Golden Outback and
visit fascinating Wave Rock at lunch
time. Then grab a spot of lunch and
wander through the visitor centre’s
eclectic collection of lace and the
largest collection of toy soldiers in
the world.
Continue to the gold
town Kalgoorlie, which is surrounded
by some of the most dazzling
spring wildflowers (seasonal).
Hotel: Rydges Kalgoorlie Resort
and Spa. B D
This morning you’ll join a local
guide on a tour of the Super Pit
gold mine, which produces up to
850,000 ounces of gold every year.
Later, discover the character and
stories of this historic gold mining
town on an orientation tour. Why
not sneak in to the Exchange Hotel
for lunch in Kalgoorlie’s most iconic
pub. Later, stop to look out over the
impressive salt lake, Lake Lefroy,
then continue to Esperance for a
two night stay. Hotel: Comfort Inn
Day 4: Esperance
Visit Cape Le Grand National Park
for breathtaking views. Stop at
awe-inspiring Thistle Cove and
Lucky Bay, two of the most unique
and stunning bays in Australia.
You may see grey kangaroos
that like to laze on the pristine
beach. Just magic! This afternoon
is yours to do as you wish. B
See the mysterious Pink Lake and
Perth to Fremantle
Code: WPPP
$2950
$2999
$745
$830
Norseman
Wave Rock
2
Cape Le Grand
National Park
ESPERANCE
Stirling Ranges National Park
ALBANY
1
travel through Ravensthorpe and
the Fitzgerald Biosphere to Bluff
Knoll Lookout to witness the rugged
beauty of the Stirling Ranges
National Park. Continue to Albany,
rich in Anzac history, and settle in
to your hotel for the night. Hotel:
The Dog Rock Motel, Albany. B D
Zealanders left Albany bound for
WWI. This morning you may like
to visit the National Anzac Centre
which opened in 2014 to coincide
with the 100th anniversary of the
first convoys departing. Journey to
Valley of the Giants to explore the
canopy of the Tingle forest along the
Tree Top Walk. Continue to Margaret
River, one of Australia’s premier
wine growing regions. Hotel: Quality
your taste buds! First up you’ll visit a
berry farm for a delicious devonshire
tea in a picturesque cottage garden.
Continue to award winning 3 Oceans
Wine Company for a tour, tastings
and lunch. Next you’ll visit a boutique
brewery with spectacular views.
Enjoy a tasting paddle of their finest
craft beer to top off your day. The
evening is free to do as you wish. B HL
This morning wander around
Margaret River before you travel to
Busselton. On arrival in Fremantle
you’ll have a chance to grab lunch
before joining a private tour of
historic Fremantle Prison. Your
entertaining guide will show you
the lighter side of prison humour.
Tonight enjoy an indulgent farewell
dinner with your Travel Director and
fellow travellers. Hotel: Esplanade
Hotel Fremantle by Rydges. B FD
Day 9: Farewell from Fremantle
This morning bid farewell to your
fellow travellers when your trip
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Mar05
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Jul17
Aug21
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Sep11
Sep18
Sep25
Sep27
Oct02
Oct04
Oct09
Oct16
Oct23
Nov06
Dec 04
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Feb04
Mar04
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Feb12
Mar12
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Aug19
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Optional
Experience:
Stay an extra
night in Fremantle
Why not stay an
extra night or two in
Fremantle? Trust us, one
is never enough! Take
the opportunity to relax
and unwind before you
head home and discover the colourful
marketplace, indulge in some delicious
seafood overlooking the historic harbour
and its fishing fleet or sit back with a pale
ale or two at Little Creatures Brewery.
You won’t be short of things to do. Ask
us for details at the time of booking.
Untamed Kimberley
11 days
Geikie Gorge
• Cruise Katherine Gorge & see
ancient Aboriginal rock art
• Marvel at a Cable Beach sunset
• Tour Darwin’s city sights
• Indulge in food and wine
on Darwin’s waterfront
• Take in some history at
Adelaide River War Cemetery
• Visit fascinating Argyle
Downs Homestead
• Take a thrilling boat
ride on the Ord River
• Explore Hidden Valley
National Park
• Discover Kununurra’s
Zebra Stone Factory
• Admire views of Kununurra
from Kelly’s Knob Lookout
• Experience the Ord Valley’s
gourmet produce at a unique
private dinner at Kununurra’s
Sandalwood Factory
• Travel on the Gibb River Road
• Relax on Chamberlain
Gorge with morning tea
• Hike up Emma Gorge
• Tour Argyle Diamond Mine
• Visit Yiyili Aboriginal
Community & art gallery
• Float down Geikie Gorge
• Learn about the historic
Boab Prison Tree at Derby
• Enjoy two nights in Broome
Welcome to balmy Darwin! This
afternoon enjoy a tour of this
tropical city. See the mixture of
old and new architectural styles
and cultural influences including
old Government House and the
new Northern Territory Parliament
building, and see for yourself some
of the damage caused to the town
during Cyclone Tracy of 1974. Enjoy a
welcome reception and dinner this
evening with your Travel Director and
fellow travellers at Wharf One with
its spectacular views overlooking the
Darwin waterfront. Hotel: Mantra
on the Esplanade, Darwin. DW
Travel south along the Stuart Highway
stopping at Adelaide River War
Cemetery along the way. During WWII,
Adelaide River was headquarters
to a large military base, and a large
cemetery was created especially for
those who gave their lives in the
service and defence of their country.
This afternoon you continue through
Katherine to Nitmiluk National Park.
Take a relaxing cruise at Katherine
Gorge where you’ll really feel the
spirituality of the land and marvel at
the gorges while you spot wildlife and
learn about the history and culture
of the local Traditional Owners, the
Jawoyn people. Tonight you’ll have
dinner at your hotel. Hotel: Knotts
Crossing Resort, Katherine. B DW
Day 3: Katherine – Kununurra
Watch the landscape transform as
you journey across vast pastoral
leases and Aboriginal homelands
into Western Australia. Visit the
historic Durack Homestead Museum.
The homestead was originally built
in 1895 by the famous pioneering
Durack family on Argyle Downs
Station. It was faithfully removed
brick by brick and reconstructed to
become a museum when Lake Argyle,
Australia’s largest man-made lake
was filled. Later, cruise along the Ord
River from Lake Argyle to Kununurra.
Prior to Lake Argyle being filled, the
Ord River only flowed during the
wet season between December and
March. Now the permanent water
supply supports an abundance of life
including fish, birds, marsupials and
amphibians. Experience a magical
sunset on the water before you arrive
in Kununurra. Hotel: Kununurra
Country Club Resort, 2 nights. B DW
significance to the local Miriwoong
people and features intriguing natural
rock formations. Afterwards you’ll
have time to view the town from
Kelly’s Knob Lookout before enjoying
a free afternoon to relax and unwind.
This evening, ‘You’re invited’ to
a privately hosted dinner at the
Kununurra Sandalwood Factory in the
heartland of Kununurra’s Sandalwood
plantations. Enjoy a presentation
by a local Sandalwood expert and
learn about this fascinating industry
while you dine on fresh locally
grown produce from the Ord Valley,
Australia’s next ‘food bowl’. B YD
Day 4: Kununurra
Today you can take an optional
early morning scenic flight over the
spectacular Bungle Bungle beehive
domes before a tour of Kununurra,
or you may like to forgo your tour
of Kununurra for a full day in-depth
4WD tour of the Bungle Bungle.
Kununurra is the hub of local industry
for agriculture, tourism and mining
in the East Kimberley. On your tour
of the town today you’ll visit Mirima
National Park, which is home to a
huge variety of wildlife including many
species of birds, all manner of reptiles,
wallabies, bats, dingoes and echidna.
The National Park has great cultural
Day 5: Kununurra – El Questro
First up, visit Hoochery Distillery and
meet the makers of the only rum
produced in WA! Take a guided tour
and try the famous Ord River Rum
Cake for morning tea. Delish! Travel
to Parry Lagoons Nature Reserve
(weather permitting) to see the
birdlife of this region. Marglu Billabong
is an important waterbird feeding and
breeding area and it’s even a stop off
point for migratory birds that come
from as far away as Siberia! You’ll
see egrets, herons, ibises, magpie
geese and maybe even a few jabirus
and lurking crocodiles. Continue to
the Gibb River Road and journey to
El Questro Wilderness Park
Cruise on ancient waterways, hike to magnificent waterholes, discover the rich Ord
River Valley and enjoy an exclusive dining experience and a tour of a rum distillery.
Visit a remote indigenous community to meet the locals and relax while taking in a
magnificent Cable Beach sunset in Broome.
Inclusions
and Driver Guide
•Included Choice experiences
Dining
•Lunches (2) L
Guided
Holidays
DARWIN 1
KUNUNURRA
Katherine
Gorge
1
KATHERINE
EL QUESTRO 2 2
Timber Creek
Argyle Diamond Mine
Lake Argyle
Geikie Gorge
1 Bungle Bungle Range
BROOME 2 Derby 1
HALLS CREEK
FITZROY
CROSSING
Airport
transfers
Start
End
Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
Optional experience
anytime from Broome Airport
11 days from
$4995
Darwin to Broome
Code: WDB
Also available in reverse as WBD (p60)
$4995
$5150
$1420
$1440
2016
Start May10
May31
Jun14
Jun28
Jul12
Jul 26
Aug09
Aug23
Sep13
Katherine Gorge
El Questro Wilderness Park for your
stay at Emma Gorge Resort. Nestled
at the foot of the rusty red Cockburn
Ranges, you won’t even know the
resort is there as you approach down
the dusty dirt road, but before you
know it, an oasis of native pandanus
and palms appear. Staying in safari
style tented cabins, you really feel
like you’re immersed in nature. It’s
just magic! Hotel: Emma Gorge
Resort, Tented Cabin with private
facilities, El Questro, 2 nights. B DW
Day 6: El Questro Wilderness Park
This morning rise to the calls of
native birds and head to the resort’s
large verandah for a hearty breakfast
with views of the surrounding
ranges. Next up you’ll travel across
the Pentecost River to the hub of El
Questro for a cruise on Chamberlain
Gorge, a fresh waterhole fringed by
tropical vegetation and 60 metre tall
escarpments. Afterwards, spend a
little time at the station and grab a
bite for lunch before it’s back to Emma
Gorge Resort. This afternoon is free for
you to relax and enjoy your surrounds.
Maybe take a dip in the resort pool, lay
back with a good book on your cabin’s
verandah or if you’re up for it, join
your Travel Director for a challenging
hike to Emma Gorge for a dip in the
crystal clear waterhole. This evening
after dinner, sit back with a drink and
enjoy local entertainment. B DW
Day 7: El Questro – Halls Creek
Today visit the Argyle Diamond Mine.
Located at the traditional Barramundi
Dreaming site at Barramundi Gap, it’s
the world’s largest supplier of natural
coloured diamonds. The mine has
been operating since 1983 and has
produced 800 million carats of rough
diamond! A local indigenous guide will
join you for an extensive behind the
scenes look at the diamond mining
process and cultural significance of
the mine site. Continue south to the
historic town of Halls Creek, situated
on the edge of the Great Sandy
Desert, at the doorstep of the World
Heritage listed Purnululu National
Park. The town is rich in Aboriginal
and European history and culture. It’s
passed by Aboriginal songlines and
trading paths stretching from coast
to coast and is near the site where
prospector Charlie Hall found a one
kilogram gold nugget in 1885. Hotel:
Kimberley Hotel, Halls Creek. B L DW
Day 8: Halls Creek – Fitzroy Crossing
Travel through the Kimberley to the
remote township of Fitzroy Crossing.
Stop at the Yiyili indigenous
community. Yiyili is home to
approximately 250 residents living
scattered across Louisa Downs, a
cattle property owned and operated
by the community. In the late 80’s
the station was handed back to the
Cox family and then leased by the
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
Commission (ATSIC) from the family
on a 99 year lease. The majority of the
residents are Cox family members.
You’ll get the chance to meet some
of the family at Laari Gallery, an art
gallery located at the community.
This afternoon cruise with a local
guide through Geikie Gorge, which
was formed by the waters of the
Fitzroy River tunnelling through the
Napier Range. During the wet season,
the Fitzroy River rises over 16 metres,
staining the limestone walls of the
gorge and flooding the national
park with seven metres of water. In
the dry season, the river transforms
itself into a quiet stream strung
beneath the towering cliffs of the
Devonian Reef. Watch for freshwater
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crocodiles, fruit bats and wallabies
as the 30 metre high walls of the
gorge tower above you. Hotel: Fitzroy
River Lodge, Fitzroy Crossing. B L DW
Day 9: Fitzroy Crossing – Broome
Travel to the port of Derby and see
the fascinating Boab Prison Tree,
said to have been used by the first
police in the 1890’s as an overnight
holding cell for people on their way
to Derby for sentencing. Continue to
the tropical resort town of Broome
on the Indian Ocean. This evening sit
back and relax with a drink to watch
the spectacular sunset over the ocean
and join your Travel Director and
fellow travellers at a farewell dinner
to share a few laughs and relive all
the stories from your journey across
the Kimberley. Hotel: Cable Beach
Club Resort, Broome, 2 nights. B FD
Day 10: Broome Included Choice
Today after a Broome tour with
your Travel Director, choose from
a selection of Included Choice
sightseeing experiences. You may
like to take an exciting Pearl Luggers
tour to hear the intriguing stories of
early pearling and see two restored
pearling luggers and memorabilia
including original hard hat diving suits
and more. Maybe take a Hovercraft
flight on Roebuck Bay to experience
the scenery and historic sights of the
Broome coastline or hop on board
the camel train for a ride along the
beach! At some stage you must take a
leisurely stroll along the 22 kilometres
of sand and swim in the turquoise
water of pristine Cable Beach. B
Day 11: Farewell from Broome
Say farewell to your fellow
travellers this morning when your
holiday across The Kimberley
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How did the stripes form?
Why do they look like beehives? Get up close to the
Bungle Bungle . . . learn this
and more!
Nellie Travel Director
Bungle Bungle
4WD
Explore the Bungle Bungle Range in
Purnululu National Park. Fly over the
Ord River and lake Argyle then circle
over the Bungle Bungle before touching
down. Board a 4WD vehicle and
transfer to the unique beehive domes
to see and photograph the magnificent
Bungle Bungle Range up close. Ask
us for details at time of booking.
Wonders of the Kimberley
11 days
Mirima National Park
• Enjoy two nights in Broome
• Learn about the historic
Boab Prison Tree at Derby
• Hike up Emma Gorge
• Travel on the Gibb River Road
gourmet produce at a unique
private dinner at Kununurra’s
Sandalwood Factory
• Taste the rum at
Hoochery Distillery
• Discover Kununurra’s
Zebra Stone Factory
National Park
• Take a thrilling boat
ride on the Ord River
• Visit Argyle Downs Homestead
• Take in some history at
Adelaide River War Cemetery
• Marvel at a Cable Beach sunset
• Cruise Katherine Gorge & see
ancient Aboriginal rock art
Day 1: Welcome to Broome
Welcome to tropical Broome! Meet
travellers and get to know them over
a drink at a welcome reception, then
join them for a delicious dinner at
the Sunset Bar and Grill with views of
the Indian Ocean. Hotel: Cable Beach
Club Resort, Broome, 2 nights. DW
Today after a Broome tour, choose
from a selection of Included Choice
sightseeing experiences. You may like
to take an exciting Pearl Luggers tour
to hear the intriguing stories of early
pearling and see two restored pearling
luggers and memorabilia including
original hard hat diving suits and more.
Maybe take a Hovercraft flight on
Roebuck Bay to experience the scenery
and historic sights of the Broome
coastline or hop on board the camel
train for a ride along the beach! At
some stage you must take a leisurely
stroll along the 22 kilometres of sand
and swim in the turquoise water of
pristine Cable Beach, and don’t miss
out on the spectacular sunset. B
Day 3: Broome – Fitzroy Crossing
the fascinating Boab Prison Tree, said
to have been used by the first police
in the 1890’s as an overnight holding
cell for people on their way to Derby
for sentencing. Continue to Geikie
Gorge for a relaxing cruise and to
take in the magnificent colours and
structure of the gorge’s stone walls.
During the wet season, the Fitzroy
River rises over 16 metres, staining
the limestone walls of the gorge and
flooding the national park with seven
metres of water. In the dry season,
the river transforms itself into a quiet
stream strung beneath the towering
cliffs of the Devonian Reef. Watch for
freshwater crocodiles, fruit bats and
wallabies as the 30 metre high walls of
the gorge tower above you. Continue
to Fitzroy Crossing. Hotel: Fitzroy
River Lodge, Fitzroy Crossing. B DW
Day 4: Fitzroy Crossing – Halls Creek
Today stop at the Yiyili indigenous
community to visit Laari Gallery.
Yiyili is home to approximately 250
residents living scattered across Louisa
Downs, a cattle property owned and
operated by the community. In the late
80’s the station was handed back to
the Cox family and then leased by the
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
Commission (ATSIC) from the family
on a 99 year lease. The majority of the
residents are Cox family members.
of the family at the community’s art
gallery. Continue to Halls Creek, a
town rich in history and culture. Hotel:
Day 5: Halls Creek – El Questro
Today visit the Argyle Diamond Mine,
the world’s largest supplier of natural
coloured diamonds. The mine has been
operating since 1983 and has produced
800 million carats of rough diamond
since! A local indigenous guide will join
you for an extensive behind the scenes
look at the diamond mining process
and teach you about the cultural
significance of the mine site before
you sit down to a buffet lunch in the
Gantheaume Point, Broome
mine’s staff village. Next travel to Parry
Lagoons Nature Reserve (weather
permitting) to see the bird life of this
region. You’ll see egrets, herons, ibises,
magpie geese and maybe even a few
jabirus and lurking crocodiles. Continue
to El Questro Wilderness Park for your
stay at Emma Gorge Resort. Nestled
at the foot of the rusty red Cockburn
Ranges, you won’t even know the
resort is there as you approach down
the dusty dirt road, but before you
know it, an oasis of native pandanus
and palms appear. Staying in safari
style tented cabins, you really feel like
you’re immersed in nature. It’s bound
to be a highlight! Hotel: Emma Gorge
facilities, El Questro, 2 nights. B L DW
This morning rise to the calls of native
birds and head to the resort’s large
verandah for a hearty breakfast with
views of the surrounding ranges. Next
up you’ll travel across the Pentecost
River to the hub of El Questro
Wilderness Park for a cruise on
Chamberlain Gorge, a fresh waterhole
fringed by tropical vegetation and 60
metre tall escarpments. Afterwards,
spend a little time at the station
and grab a bite for lunch before it’s
back to Emma Gorge Resort. This
afternoon is free for you to relax and
enjoy your surrounds. Maybe take a
Begin with a spectacular Cable Beach sunset then enter the rugged Kimberley
to cruise down rich waterways teeming with wildlife, visit a remote Aboriginal
community and tour through Argyle Diamond Mine. Experience the Ord Valley’s
gourmet produce at a unique private dinner and top off your trip in tropical Darwin.
Inclusions
and Driver Guide
Dining
•Lunches (2) L
Guided
Holidays
DARWIN 1
Katherine
Gorge
KUNUNURRA
1
Wyndham
KATHERINE
EL QUESTRO 2 2
Timber Creek
Argyle Diamond Mine
Lake Argyle
Geikie Gorge
1 Bungle Bungle Range
BROOME 2 Derby 1
HALLS CREEK
FITZROY
CROSSING
Airport
transfers
Start
End
Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
4.00pm into Broome Airport
11 days from
$4995
Broome to Darwin
Code: WBD
Also available in reverse as WDB (p58)
$4995
$5150
$1420
$1440
2016
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Jun10
Jun24
Jul08
Jul 22
Aug05
Aug19
Sep02
Day 7: El Questro – Kununurra
This morning, head for Kununurra,
the food bowl of WA. First up visit
Hoochery Distillery, makers of Ord
River Rum, the only rum produced
in Western Australia! Take a guided
tour and hear how Spike Dessert
and his family came to open the
distillery, before you sit down and
try their famous Ord River Rum
Cake for morning tea. Delish! Later
enjoy a visit to the historic Durack
Homestead Museum. The homestead
was originally built in 1895 by the
famous pioneering Durack family
and was faithfully removed brick by
brick from its original location and
reconstructed to become a museum
when Lake Argyle, Australia’s largest
man-made lake was filled. Later, cruise
along the Ord River from Lake Argyle
back to Kununurra and experience
the abundance or birdlife these
permanent waters have brought to the
region. Experience a magical sunset
on the water before you arrive in
the Kununurra. Hotel: The Kimberley
Grande, Kununurra, 2 nights. B DW
Day 8: Kununurra
or you may like to forgo your tour
of Kununurra for a full day in-depth
4WD tour of the Bungle Bungle.
Kununurra is the hub of local industry
for agriculture, tourism and mining
in the East Kimberley. On your tour
of the town today you’ll visit Mirima
National Park, which is home to a
big variety of wildlife including many
species of birds, all manner of reptiles,
wallabies, bats, dingoes and echidna.
The National Park has great cultural
significance to the local Miriwoong
people and features intriguing natural
rock formations. Afterwards you’ll
have time to view the town from
Kelly’s Knob Lookout before enjoying
a free afternoon to relax and unwind.
This evening, ‘You’re invited’ to
a privately hosted dinner at the
Kununurra Sandalwood Factory in the
heartland of Kununurra’s Sandalwood
plantations. Enjoy a presentation
by a local Sandalwood expert and
learn about this fascinating industry
while you dine on fresh locally grown
produce from the Ord Valley. B YD
Day 9: Kununurra – Katherine
Watch the landscape change as you
journey across vast pastoral leases
and Aboriginal homelands into the
Northern Territory’s Top End. Get
ready for tomorrow’s wonderful
early morning cruise on stunning
Katherine Gorge. Hotel: Knotts
Day 10: Katherine – Darwin
This morning travel to Nitmiluk
National Park. Take a relaxing cruise
at Katherine Gorge on the placid
waters of the river where you’ll feel
the spirituality of the land and marvel
at the towering cliffs while you spot
wildlife and learn about the history
and culture of the local Traditional
Owners, the Jawoyn people. Travel
north along the Stuart Highway
stopping at Adelaide River War
Cemetery along the way. During WWII,
Adelaide River was headquarters
to a large military base, and a large
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dip in the resort pool, lay back with a
good book on your cabin’s verandah
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cemetery was created especially for
those who gave their lives in the
service and defence of their country.
On arrival in Darwin, enjoy a city
tour of the tropical capital, before
joining your Travel Director and fellow
travellers for a delicious farewell
dinner overlooking the waterfront.
Hotel: Mantra on the Esplanade,
Darwin. B FD
This morning, bid farewell to
your fellow travellers when your
journey across the Kimberley
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Bungle Bungle Scenic Flight
To see the Bungle Bungle Range from the air is truly spectacular!
If you don’t head to the Bungle Bungle on a full day tour, you
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beehive domes, Lake Argyle, the Argyle Diamond Mine and the Ord
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Cable Beach sunset
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• Visit fascinating Argyle
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• Take a thrill ride on
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National Park
gourmet produce
• Visit WA’s only rum distillery
• Take a hike to Emma Gorge
• Discover the Boab Prison Tree
• Visit Karijini’s waterholes
• Tour an Iron Ore mine
• Cruise on stunning Coral Bay
wildflowers at Kalbarri
(seasonal)
• Explore the mystical Pinnacles
• Visit the HMAS
Sydney Memorial
• Walk along Shell Beach
Welcome to balmy Darwin! This
afternoon enjoy a tour of this
tropical city. Enjoy a welcome
reception and dinner this evening
with your Travel Director and fellow
travellers at Wharf One with its
spectacular views overlooking the
Darwin waterfront. Hotel: Mantra
on the Esplanade, Darwin. DW
Travel to Adelaide River War Cemetery.
During WWII, Adelaide River was the
headquarters of a large military base.
This afternoon continue through
Katherine to Nitmiluk National Park.
Take a relaxing cruise at Katherine
Gorge where you’ll really feel the
spirituality of the land, spot wildlife
and learn about the history and culture
of the Jawoyn people. Tonight you’ll
have dinner at your hotel. Hotel: Knotts
Day 3: Katherine – Kununurra
Watch the landscape transform as
you journey into Western Australia.
Visit the historic Durack Homestead
Museum. Later, cruise along the Ord
River from Lake Argyle to Kununurra.
Prior to Lake Argyle being filled, the
Ord River only flowed during the
wet season between December and
March. Now the permanent water
supply supports an abundance of life
including fish, birds, marsupials and
amphibians. Experience a magical
sunset on the water before you arrive
in Kununurra. Hotel: Kununurra
Country Club Resort, 2 nights. B DW
Day 4: Kununurra
or you may like to forgo your tour of
Kununurra for a full day, in-depth 4WD
tour of the Bungle Bungle. On your tour
of the town today, you’ll visit Mirima
National Park. The National Park has
great cultural significance to the
local Miriwoong people and features
intriguing natural rock formations.
Afterwards view the town from Kelly’s
Knob Lookout before a free afternoon
to relax and unwind.
This evening,
‘You’re invited’ to a privately hosted
dinner at the Kununurra Sandalwood
Factory. Dine on fresh locally grown
produce from the Ord Valley,
Australia’s next ‘food bowl’. B YD
Day 5: Kununurra – El Questro
First up visit Hoochery Distillery,
makers of Ord River Rum. Take a
guided tour and hear how Spike
Dessert and his family came to open
the distillery, before you sit down
and try their famous Ord River Rum
Cake for morning tea. Delish! Travel
to Parry Lagoons Nature Reserve
(weather permitting) to see the
birdlife of this region. Marglu Billabong
is an important waterbird feeding
and breeding area. Continue to El
Questro Wilderness Park for your stay
at Emma Gorge Resort. Staying in
safari style tented cabins, you really
feel like you’re immersed in nature.
It’s just magic! Hotel: Emma Gorge
facilities, El Questro, 2 nights. B DW
This morning rise to the calls of native
birds. Travel across the Pentecost River
to the hub of El Questro Wilderness
Park for a cruise on Chamberlain Gorge.
Afterwards, spend a little time at the
station and grab a bite to eat, before
it’s back to Emma Gorge Resort. This
afternoon maybe take a dip in the
resort pool, lay back with a good book
on your cabin’s verandah or if you’re
up for it, join your Travel Director for a
challenging hike to Emma Gorge. B DW
Day 7: El Questro – Halls Creek
Today visit Argyle Diamond Mine, the
world’s largest supplier of natural
coloured diamonds. The mine has
been operating since 1983 and has
produced 800 million carats of rough
diamond! A local indigenous guide will
join you for an extensive behind the
scenes look at the diamond mining
process and cultural significance
of the mine site. Continue south
to the historic town of Halls Creek.
The town is rich in Aboriginal and
European history and culture. It’s
passed by Aboriginal songlines and
trading paths stretching from coast
to coast and is near the site where
prospector, Charlie Hall found a one
kilogram gold nugget in 1885 Hotel:
Day 8: Halls Creek – Fitzroy Crossing
This morning we experience the
Yiyili indigenous community, home to
250 residents living on Louisa Downs,
a cattle property owned and operated
by the community. The majority of
the residents are Cox family members.
of the family at Laari Gallery, an art
gallery located at the community.
This afternoon cruise through Geikie
Gorge, which was formed by the
waters of the Fitzroy River tunnelling
through the Napier Range. In the dry
season, the river transforms itself
into a quiet stream strung beneath
the towering cliffs of the Devonian
Reef. Watch for freshwater crocodiles,
fruit bats and wallabies. Hotel: Fitzroy
River Lodge, Fitzroy Crossing. B L DW
Day 9: Fitzroy Crossing – Broome
the fascinating Boab Prison Tree.
The contrasting landscapes of the rugged Kimberley, spectacular coastline and the rich
mineral fields will amaze you. Cruise on rivers and gorges, hike to waterholes, tour working
mines, relax on sandy beaches and stay in safari style accommodation. Discover the ocean at
Broome, Coral Bay and Monkey Mia and the Outback scenery of the Kimberley and Pilbara.
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KUNUNURRA
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KATHERINE
EL QUESTRO 2
Lake
Argyle
FITZROY CROSSING
1
1 Bungle Bungle
Range
BROOME 2
Derby
HALLS CREEK
PORT HEDLAND
Geikie Gorge
•Lunches (4) L
Katherine
Gorge
2
Dining
Airport
transfers
Guided
Holidays
1
EXMOUTH
Coral
Bay
1
1
1 KARIJINI NATIONAL PARK
TOM PRICE
1 CARNARVON
MONKEY
MIA 2
Kalbarri
National Park
Start
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Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
Optional experience
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The Pinnacles
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Mia where you’ll stay for the next
landscape of spectacular gorges,
waterfalls and rock pools. You’ll explore two nights. Hotel: Monkey Mia
Dolphin Resort, 2 nights. B DW
Fortescue Falls at Dales Gorge and if
you’re up to it, you can take a walk to
a plunge pool. This afternoon travel to
After a leisurely breakfast overlooking
Tom Price. Enjoy a guided tour of Rio
the calm waters of the bay, watch the
Tinto’s Open Cut
Iron
Ore
Mine
site.
2 MONKEY MIA
famous dolphins swim into shore (as
You will be amazed by the massive
dolphins are wild their appearance
1 KALBARRI
pit and see the huge machinery
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Hotel:
The Pinnacles
flight over Shark Bay Marine
your Travel Director, choose from a
1 scenic
KALGOORLIE
Tom Price Yanchep
Hotel Motel. B L DW
Park
or
take an afternoon wildlife
selection of Included Choice sightseeing
National Park
Day 14: Tom Price
cruise aboard a catamaran to spot
experiences. You may like to take an
1
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Le Grand
creatures
great and small. In the
exciting Pearl Luggers tour to hear the
Today you journey to the spectacular
Wave Rock seaCape
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National
Parknothing like sitting
evening,
there’s
intriguing stories of early pearling. Take waters of the West Coast.
Exmouth
2
back
with a cocktail or a cool beer,
a Hovercraft flight on Roebuck Bay to
is situated onBusselton
the boundary of Cape
ESPERANCE
2 the Ningaloo
watching
the world go by as the
experience the scenery and historic
Range
National RIVER
Park and
MARGARET
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Stirling Ranges
sun Park
goes down over the water. B
sights of the Broome coastline or hop
Marine
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built to house National
Valley
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Giants
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on board the camel train for a ride along the families of US Navy personnel
Day 18: Monkey Mia – Geraldton
the beach! At some stage you must take working at Naval Communication
Venture to Kalbarri National Park and
a leisurely stroll along Cable Beach. B
Station Harold E Holt. Visit Vlaming
visit Hawks Head Lookout. Keep an
Head Lighthouse for a stunning view
Day 11: Broome – Port Hedland
eye out for graceful Peregrine Falcons
over Lighthouse Bay and enjoy a tour
hunting along the gorges and cliffs.
Today, head south to the Pilbara region.
of the township. Tonight stay just
Known for its rich cultural landscape,
During wildflower season, the
metres from the water, overlooking
red earth and vast mineral deposits, the
National Park is a bloom with many
Exmouth Gulf. Hotel: Novotel
region’s diverse landscape will fascinate
a variety of wildflower. You’ll spot
Ningaloo Resort, Exmouth. B L DW
you. Port Hedland is a hub for major
Acacia, Banksia, Caladenia and more!
Day 15: Exmouth – Carnarvon
resource activity and is a powerhouse
On arrival in Geraldton you’ll visit the
of the Australian economy. Its natural
On a shallow draft glass bottom boat,
deep anchorage harbour sees the
cruise over World Heritage Listed
export of iron ore, salt, manganese,
township. Hotel: Mantra Geraldton. B
Ningaloo Reef at Coral Bay to see
livestock and natural gas from the
coral formations found in the lagoon
Day 19: Geraldton – Perth
nearby off shore gas fields. Hotel: The
gardens of the inner reef. On your one
Visit Nambung National Park, home of
Esplanade Hotel, Port Hedland. B DW
hour coral cruise you’ll see wonderful
the marvelous Pinnacles. This afternoon
fish and corals without having to
Day 12: Port Hedland –
visit Yanchep National Park where you’ll
get in the water. It’s a fantastic
Karijini National Park
experience! Hotel: Best Western
experience in a bush setting. Continue
Journey in to the depths of the Pilbara
Hospitality Inn, Carnarvon. B DW
to Perth and join your fellow travellers
to Karijini National Park, famous
Day 16: Carnarvon – Monkey Mia
for a few laughs over a farewell dinner.
for the natural beauty of its deep
gorges, secluded emerald rock pools
and ice blue waterfalls. Your stay
tonight is in safari-style eco tents.
Stromatolites. Later visit fascinating
Bid your new friends farewell
Hotel: Karijini Eco Retreat. B DW
Shell Beach. Continue to the crystal
when your West Coast holiday
blue waters and the pristine white
Day 13: Karijini - Tom Price
shell and sandy beaches of Monkey
This morning we explore the startling
Continue to tropical Broome on the
Indian Ocean. This evening perhaps
sit back and relax with a drink to
watch the spectacular sunset over
the ocean, before a delicious dinner.
Guests join this afternoon in Broome
(WBMP). Hotel: Cable Beach Club
Resort, Broome, 2 nights. B DW
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Monkey Mia
Magic Sunset
Cruise
A sunset cruise on the bay can be a
gentle, relaxed silent sail on a still sea
or invigorating with the wind in your
hair and perhaps a bit of spray on your
face. You’re invited to bring along a
few cheeky beverages and nibbles so
get your friends together and enjoy!
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You can literally see my house from the
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, so I love to
tell our guests I am sharing my backyard
with them. But jokes aside, this tropical
part of Queensland IS my home. I love to
tell stories of the unique locals and history,
and I always share the secret places the
locals like to eat and play.
Ricky Cairns-based Driver Guide
Mossman Gorge Dreamtime
Walk Daintree Rainforest
In this hands-on experience you’ll
explore the Daintree Rainforest
with a local indigenous guide
who will start by conducting a
traditional smoking ceremony,
before sharing bush tucker
secrets and teaching you
about traditional plant use.
Your guide will tell enchanting stories of the rainforest
and give you an insight into the special relationship the
local people have with this unique tropical environment.
Natural Wonders
Great Barrier Reef Tropical North Queensland
One of the natural wonders
of the world, the Great Barrier
Reef is the largest single
structure made by a living
organism, with over 2,900
individual coral reefs and
900 islands. It’s larger than
the Great Wall of China and
is even visible from space!
Marvel at dugongs, sea turtles,
dolphins, whales and more
than 1,500 species of fish.
Great Barrier Reef
& Queensland
Mossman Gorge
Here comes the sun
Queensland is beautiful one day and perfect the next! It’s the
sun, sand and sea that make Queensland Australia’s number
one tropical paradise. Home to white sandy beaches, aqua
blue waters surrounding pristine islands and lush rainforests,
it’s hard not to truly feel like you’re on holiday in Queensland.
From Fraser Island, the largest sand island in the world, to
Hamilton Island in the heart of the Whitsundays, you can
relax and soak up the sun on your own island getaway.
Of course a visit to Queensland is not complete without a trip
to the Great Barrier Reef, one of the seven natural wonders of
the world. You’ll discover the unique underwater wildlife and
see the spectacular colours of the reef system come alive. From
the sea to the land, you can also discover the tropical plateau
of the Atherton Tablelands, visit a working cattle station or
even enjoy some shopping on the cosmopolitan Gold Coast.
What you’ll love most of all is the relaxing outdoor lifestyle that
is Queensland.
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East Coast Islands
and Rainforest
11/13 days
Great Barrier Reef
• Cruise and snorkel on
the Great Barrier Reef
• Discover Port Macquarie on
the beautiful NSW coast
• Visit Cape Byron Lighthouse
on the most eastern
point of Australia
• Discover eclectic Byron Bay
• Experience the
vibrant Gold Coast
• Check out amazing
wildlife at Australia Zoo
• Visit the koalas in Australia
Zoo’s Wildlife Hospital
• Relax in Noosa on the
Sunshine Coast
• Explore Fraser
Island by 4WD
• Indulge in an Aussie
BBQ on Fraser Island
• Swim in Lake McKenzie
• Discover farm life at
Langmorn Station with
homemade afternoon tea
• Experience island life
on Hamilton Island and
explore the Whitsundays
• Stroll along spectacular
Mission Beach
• Indulge in morning tea
at Mungalli Creek Dairy
• Visit Millaa Millaa Falls
• Cruise Lake Barrine
Day 1: Sydney – Coffs Harbour
You’ll visit picturesque seaside Port
Macquarie at lunchtime on the way
to Coffs Harbour. Why not grab
yourself a take away coffee and stroll
along the waterfront in the sun. On
arrival in Coffs Harbour you’ll have
the chance to freshen up before you
get to know your fellow travellers
over dinner and drinks. Hotel: Opal
Cove Resort, Coffs Harbour. D
Day 2: Coffs Harbour – Gold Coast
Journey to Cape Byron Lighthouse
and enjoy superb views from
Australia’s eastern-most point over
the Pacific Ocean. At the right time
of year you may be lucky enough to
spot migrating whales frolicking off
the coast. Afterwards spend time
discovering the relaxed bohemian
vibe of Byron Bay. For lunch we
recommend fresh fish and chips
on the beach, there’s nothing more
Australian! Continue to the famous
holiday destination, the Gold Coast.
Hotel: Vibe Hotel Gold Coast. B
Day 3: Gold Coast – Noosa
Guests join this morning in Brisbane
Cairns
(Code: QBC). After a short orientation
tour of Brisbane, visit Australia Zoo,
made famous by the Crocodile Hunter,
the late Steve Irwin and his family.
Enjoy a sneak peek into the Australia
Zoo Wildlife Hospital and see how
AAT Kings works with Australia Zoo
Wildlife Warriors to support the
koala rehabilitation project at the
hospital, the country’s largest and
busiest wildlife facility. Catch one
of the many shows and wander
through the zoo’s fascinating
grounds. It’s bound to be a wildlife
experience you’ll never forget. Later
travel to the resort town of Noosa
for a relaxing stay. Hotel: Sheraton
Noosa Resort & Spa, 2 nights. B
Day 4: Noosa Free Time
Take time out to discover Noosa for
yourself. Swim at Noosa Main Beach
or venture a little further with an
easy, spectacular walk along the
headland through to Noosa National
Park. If you’re feeling adventurous,
you may like to hire a stand-up
paddle board or even take a boat
ride through the incredible Noosa
Everglades, one of Australia’s most
beautiful wilderness areas. You’ll
love the dark waterways and myriad
of wildlife along the Noosa River.
It’s truly spectacular! This evening
choose one of the town’s eateries and
dine on inspiring local delights. B
Day 5: Noosa – Hervey Bay
A day of discovery lies ahead as
you cross by ferry to explore the
wonders of World Heritage listed
Fraser Island. Your 4WD tour takes
you to the coloured sands of
Rainbow Beach (tidal) and beyond.
Visit Lake McKenzie, ringed with
magnificent white sandy beaches.
Walk through the ancient rainforest
at Central Station with its huge
satinay, scribbly gum and kauri
trees and enjoy a delicious lunch
before arriving in Hervey Bay.
Hotel: Mantra Hervey Bay. B L D
Day 6: Hervey Bay – Rockhampton
Stop at Langmorn Station, a fully
operational cattle station. A
member of the Creed family will
treat you to a guided tour of the
property including their original
family homestead, built in 1873.
Enjoy afternoon tea in the garden in
the company of the pet kangaroo!
Cross the Tropic of Capricorn as you
arrive in Rockhampton, the beef
capital of Australia! Your night is
free so why not try some local beef
at one of the town’s steakhouses.
Explore the glittering coastline of Eastern Australia. Travel from Sydney (13 day option) to
Coffs Harbour and the Gold Coast. From Brisbane (11 day option) it’s off to relaxing Noosa
and pristine Fraser Island. Tour a Rockhampton cattle station. Explore Hamilton Island and the
exquisite Whitsundays, then head to tropical Cairns for a cruise on the Great Barrier Reef.
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Holidays
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Dining
•Lunches (3) L
•Dinners (4) D
CAIRNS
3
Atherton Tablelands
Airport
transfers
anytime into Sydney Airport
anytime from Cairns Airport
Great Barrier
Reef Cruise
11 days from
1 MISSION BEACH
Townsville
2 HAMILTON
ISLAND
Airlie Beach
Sarina
Code: QSC
HERVEY BAY 1
End
Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
Fraser Island
2 NOOSA
Brisbane
GOLD COAST 1
Byron Bay
COFFS HARBOUR 1
Port Macquarie
Sydney
Day 8: Hamilton Island ‘Free Time’
Today in paradise, it’s time to let your
hair down and relax. You may like to
take a cruise to famous Whitehaven
Beach or even strap on a snorkel and
mask to spot turtles and other marine
life on the fringing reef. You could
choose to discover native Australian
animals at the island’s wildlife park
or grab a bite to eat at one of the
island’s restaurants and watch the
world go by. Whatever you do, at
some stage, grab a good book and sit
back and relax by the resort pool. B
Day 9: Hamilton Island
– Mission Beach
This morning you’ll board a ferry
back to the mainland and continue
north along the Bruce Highway to
Townsville for a stop at lunchtime.
You’ll have the opportunity to take
a stroll along the Strand with views
to Magnetic Island. Your destination
for the night is Mission Beach,
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Hotel: Quality Hotel Regent,
Rockhampton. B
Day 7: Rockhampton –
Hamilton Island
Travel North to the sugar town of
Sarina for a guided tour through a
miniature sugar mill with lunch. On
your tour you’ll get a peak in to sugar
cane processing and witness fully
functioning distilling equipment in
action. Afterwards you can taste
some of the products made on
site before sitting down for a light
lunch. Continue past Mackay to Airlie
Beach to catch a ferry to Hamilton
Island, one of 74 tropical islands that
make up the Whitsundays. You’ll
be surrounded by pristine beaches,
and a kaleidoscope of coral and
marine life! Hotel: Reef View Hotel,
Hamilton Island, 2 nights. B L D
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Lake Barrine
where you’ll stay with views over
the ocean. Magic! Hotel: Castaways
Resort & Spa, Mission Beach. B D
Day 10: Mission Beach – Cairns
This morning there will be time to
take a walk along the shore and
feel the golden sand between your
toes before you depart Mission
Beach. Today you’ll travel through
the high tropical plateau known
as the Atherton Tablelands, where
lush rainforests, waterfalls and lakes
abound. First up, stop at Mungalli
Creek Dairy. The dairy was established
by the Watson family who believe
that it’s vital that food be produced
as naturally as possible. You’ll get
the chance to taste their biodynamic
cheese and yogurt and sit down to a
delicious morning tea. Next up visit
Millaa Millaa Falls and the famous
Curtain Fig Tree. Keep an eye out for
the spectacular Ulysses Butterfly
while you’re there. Before heading to
Cairns for three nights you’ll take a
serene cruise on Lake Barrine. Hotel:
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort, 3 nights. B
Day 11: Great Barrier Reef
Board a high speed catamaran and
cruise out to the Great Barrier Reef.
The world heritage listed reef is the
only living organism you can see from
the moon. Imagine that! You’ll have
the opportunity to go snorkelling and
view this natural living wonder upclose (equipment provided) and view
the spectacular coral and tropical fish
from the underwater observatory
and the semi-submersible craft.
Enjoy a tropical buffet lunch before
you return to Cairns in the late
afternoon. You have a free evening
stroll along The Esplanade and check
out the Cairns Night Market. B L
Day 12: Cairns ‘Free Time’
Today is free for you to do as you
please. It’s time to let your hair
down before your holiday comes to
an end. You may choose to take an
iconic rail journey on board Kuranda
Scenic Railway to the village in the
rainforest, Kuranda, or even explore
a world of rich culture and traditions
at Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park.
If you just want to relax, lay by your
resort’s pool or even take a walk to a
local cafe and watch the world go by.
This evening join your Travel Director
and companions for a farewell dinner.
Share a few laughs over a drink or
two and a delicious meal created
with fresh seasonal produce. B FD
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Millaa Millaa Falls
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East Coast Beaches
and Reef
10/13 days
Colourful coral & tropical fish
• Cruise the Great Barrier Reef
• Discover the reef’s
underwater life on a semisubmersible watercraft
• Indulge in morning tea at
Mungalli Creek Dairy
• Explore the Whitsundays
• Experience island life
on Hamilton Island
• Explore Langmorn Station
and enjoy homemade
morning tea
• Swim in Lake McKenzie
• Cruise Lake Barrine
• Explore Fraser Island by 4WD
• Relax on the beaches
of Noosa
• Visit the koalas in Australia
Zoo’s Wildlife Hospital
• Check out amazing
wildlife at Australia Zoo
• Explore Brisbane’s
South Bank
• Try out a local restaurant
on the vibrant Gold Coast
Day 1: Welcome to Cairns
Welcome to Cairns! Meet your Travel
Director and fellow travellers for
an orientation tour of this laid back
tropical city. This evening get to know
each other over a drink and a delicious
meal featuring fresh seasonal produce
at a local restaurant. Hotel: Novotel
Cairns Oasis Resort, 2 nights. D
cruise out to the Great Barrier Reef.
The world heritage listed reef is the
only living organism you can see from
the moon. Imagine that! You’ll have
the opportunity to go snorkelling and
view this natural living wonder upclose (equipment provided) and view
the spectacular coral and tropical fish
and the semi-submersible craft.
Enjoy a delicious tropical buffet lunch
before you return to Cairns in the late
afternoon. You have a free evening
stroll along the esplanade and check
out the Cairns Night Market. B L
Day 3: Cairns – Mission Beach
This morning travel through the
high tropical plateau known as the
Atherton Tablelands, where lush
rainforests, waterfalls and lakes
abound. You’ll visit Lake Barrine and
• Discover bohemian Byron Bay
• Visit Cape Byron Lighthouse
on the eastern most
point of Australia
• Celebrate at a dinner
overlooking Sydney’s
waterfront
The Gold Coast
enjoy a serene cruise that will have you
up close to one of the most complex
rainforests in the world. Next up visit
Millaa Millaa Falls and the famous
Curtain Fig Tree. Keep an eye out for
the spectacular Ulysses Butterfly!
Before heading back to the coast,
stop at Mungalli Creek Dairy. The
dairy was established by the Watson
family who believe that it’s vital
that food be produced as naturally
as possible. You’ll get the chance to
taste their biodynamic cheese and
yogurt and sit down to a delicious
afternoon tea. There will be time to
take a walk along the shore and feel
the golden sand between your toes
when you arrive in Mission Beach
this afternoon. Hotel: Castaways
Resort & Spa, Mission Beach. B D
Day 4: Mission Beach –
Hamilton Island
Travel down the coast towards
tonight’s stopover in the heart of
the Great Barrier Reef on spectacular
Hamilton Island. You’ll visit Townsville
where there’s time for a stroll along
the Strand, then travel to Airlie Beach
to catch the ferry to the island, one of
74 tropical islands that make up the
Whitsundays. You’ll be surrounded by
pristine beaches and a kaleidoscope of
coral and marine life! Hotel: Reef View
Hotel, Hamilton Island, 2 nights. B D
Today in paradise, it’s time to let
your hair down and relax. You may
like to take a cruise to famous
Whitehaven Beach or even strap
on a snorkel and mask to spot
turtles and other marine life on the
fringing reef. You could choose to
discover native Australian animals
at the island’s wildlife park or grab
a bite to eat at one of the island’s
restaurants and watch the world
go by. Whatever you do, at some
stage, grab a good book and sit back
and relax by the resort pool. B
– Rockhampton
Return to the mainland and travel
south through Mackay, Australia’s
sugar capital, to Sarina for a guided
tour through a miniature sugar mill
with lunch. On your tour you’ll get
a peak in to sugar cane processing
and witness fully functioning sugar
processing and distilling equipment
in action. Afterwards you can taste
some of the products made on site
before sitting down for a light lunch.
Continue to Rockhampton, Australia’s
beef capital! Your night is free so why
not try some local beef at one of the
town’s steakhouses. Hotel: Quality
Hotel Regent, Rockhampton. B L
Start your journey in tropical Cairns before boarding a high speed catamaran to the
Great Barrier Reef. Swim at inviting Mission Beach and stay at Hamilton Island. Next
explore Sarina, a cattle station at Rockhampton, pristine Fraser Island and Noosa.
You even have the option to extend your trip to end in Sydney via Coffs Harbour.
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Holidays
Inclusions
and Driver Guide
Dining
CAIRNS
•Lunches (3) L
•Dinners (5) D
Atherton
Tablelands
Great Barrier Reef Cruise
1 MISSION BEACH
Townsville
2 HAMILTON
ISLAND
Airlie Beach
Airport
transfers
2.00pm into Cairns Airport
anytime from Sydney Airport
2
Sarina
End
Fraser Island
2 NOOSA
Brisbane
GOLD COAST 1
Byron Bay
COFFS HARBOUR 1
Port Macquarie
1 SYDNEY
Day 7: Rockhampton – Hervey Bay
Cross the Tropic of Capricorn and
stop at Langmorn Station, a fully
operational cattle station. A member
of the Creed family will treat you to a
guided tour of the property including
their original family homestead,
built in 1873. Enjoy morning tea in
the garden in the company of the
pet kangaroo! Continue to Hervey
Bay, gateway to Fraser Island.
Hotel: Mantra Hervey Bay. B D
Day 8: Hervey Bay – Noosa
A day of discovery lies ahead as
you cross by ferry to explore the
wonders of World Heritage listed
Fraser Island. Visit Lake McKenzie,
ringed with magnificent white sandy
beaches. Walk through the ancient
rainforest at Central Station with
its huge satinay, scribbly gum and
kauri trees. Enjoy lunch before your
4WD tour takes you to the coloured
sands of Rainbow Beach (tidal) and
beyond on to the Sunshine Coast
resort town of Noosa. Hotel: Sheraton
Noosa Resort & Spa, 2 nights. B L
Day 9: Noosa ‘Free Time’
Take time out to discover Noosa for
yourself. Swim at Noosa Main Beach
or venture a little further with an
easy, spectacular walk along the
headland through to Noosa National
Park. If you’re feeling adventurous,
you may like to hire a stand-up
paddle board or even take a boat
ride through the incredible Noosa
Everglades, one of Australia’s most
beautiful wilderness areas. You’ll
love the dark waterways and myriad
of wildlife along the Noosa River –
it’s truly spectacular! This evening
choose one of the town’s eateries and
dine on inspiring local delights. B
Day 10: Noosa – Gold Coast
Visit Australia Zoo, made famous by
the Crocodile Hunter, the late Steve
Irwin, Terri Irwin and Bindi. Enjoy a
sneak peek in to the Australia Zoo
Wildlife Hospital and see how
AAT Kings works with Australia Zoo
Wildlife Warriors to support the
koala rehabilitation project at the
hospital, the country’s largest and
busiest wildlife facility. Catch a show
in the world famous Crocoseum and
wander through the zoo’s fascinating
grounds. It’s bound to be a wildlife
experience you’ll never forget.
Later, you travel to Brisbane for a
sightseeing tour then continue to
the Gold Coast. Guests depart this
afternoon in Brisbane (Code: QCB).
Tonight is free for you to dine at one
of the many restaurants and cafés.
Hotel: Vibe Hotel Gold Coast. B
Code: QCS
HERVEY BAY 1
Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
$3875
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ROCKHAMPTON 1
Start
10 days from
Day 11: Gold Coast – Coffs Harbour
Journey to Cape Byron Lighthouse and
enjoy superb views from Australia’s
eastern-most point over the Pacific
Ocean. At the right time of year you
may be lucky enough to spot migrating
whales. Afterwards spend time
discovering the relaxed bohemian vibe
of Byron Bay. For lunch we recommend
fresh fish and chips on the beach,
there’s nothing more Australian!
Continue to beachside Coffs Harbour.
Hotel: Opal Cove Resort. B D
Day 12: Coffs Harbour – Sydney
You’ll visit the picturesque seaside Port
Macquarie on the way to Sydney. Why
not grab yourself a take away coffee
and stroll along the waterfront in the
sun. On arrival in Sydney you’ll have
the chance to freshen up before you
join your fellow travellers at Darling
Harbour to enjoy a farewell dinner
overlooking the harbour city’s famous
waterfront. Dine on fresh seasonal
produce and indulge in a selection of
signature dishes that are bound to
create a memorable dining experience
on the last evening of your holiday.
Hotel: Vibe Hotel Sydney. B FD
Day 13: Farewell from Sydney
Say goodbye to your fellow
travellers when your holiday
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Sydney
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Sydney, Reef & Rainforest
City style meets sun, surf and natural beauty. Visit Sydney’s historic Rocks, dine on the iconic
harbour, tour the Sydney Opera House and enjoy lunch at Bondi Beach. Experience the tropical
waters & sun on Hamilton Island and in Port Douglas. Experience Aboriginal culture in the
Daintree, relax in Cairns, take the Kuranda Skyrail, and cruise on the Great Barrier Reef.
PORT 2
DOUGLAS
CAIRNS 2
Great Barrier
Reef Cruise
2 HAMILTON
ISLAND
10 days
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Holidays
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Start
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Mar27
Sydney Opera House
• Sydney Harbour dinner cruise
• Tour Sydney Opera House
• Enjoy lunch & learn about surf
life saving at Bondi Beach
• Relax on Hamilton Island, in
Cairns & Port Douglas and
snorkel the Whitsundays
• Cruise the Great Barrier Reef
• Touch the Daintree Rainforest
• Experience Aboriginal culture
at Mossman Gorge
• Visit Kuranda and ride the
Inclusions
and Driver Guide
• Darling Harbour view room in Sydney
Dining
•Lunch (1) L
•Dinner with wine (1) DW
Required flights
Day 4 – Sydney to Hamilton
Island QF866
Day 6 – Hamilton Island
to Cairns QF2504
These internal holiday flights must be purchased
separately in order to fulfill the holiday itinerary.
Airport transfers
12 noon into Sydney Airport
3 SYDNEY
Day 1: Welcome to Sydney
Welcome to Sydney! Join your Travel
Director to visit the famous Rocks
Markets. Explore the narrow lanes
and stroll along cobblestone streets.
Now it’s time to find your sea-legs
as you board a Captain Cook Cruise
for your Welcome Reception and
dinner where you can get to know
your fellow travellers. Four Points by
Sheraton Darling Harbour (Harbour
View Room), Sydney, 3 nights. HD
Journey to the resort town of Port
Douglas, nestled between two
World Heritage listed areas, the
Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree
National Park. This afternoon you
can relax by the lagoon-style pool,
join in one of the resort’s activities
or take a stroll around the village of
Port Douglas. This evening perhaps
be tempted by a cocktail at Estilo
lounge bar before dinner. Hotel:
QT Port Douglas, 2 nights. B DW
Day 2: Sydney
This morning enjoy a tour of the
Sydney Opera House with a local
guide.
Later, ‘You’re invited’ to
Bondi Beach for an iconic Australian
experience. You’ll be greeted by a
local surf lifesaver before lunch at
an Aussie institution, the Returned
Servicemen’s Club, with its views
over the Pacific Ocean. B YL
Board a Quicksilver catamaran for
your cruise to renowned Agincourt
Reef, at the very outer edge of
the Great Barrier Reef. Choose to
snorkel (equipment provided) or
you can stay dry and explore the
stunning reef from the comfort
of a Quicksilver semi-sub. B L
Day 3: Sydney ‘Free Time’
Spend a free day in Sydney seeing
the sights of your choice. Perhaps
take an excursion to view the Three
Sisters in the Blue Mountains and
Jenolan Caves or an interesting trip
to Canberra, Australia’s capital. Or
travel to the Hunter Valley, New
South Wales’ premier wine growing
region, for a wineries tour. B
Day 4: Sydney – Hamilton Island
This morning fly to Hamilton Island,
one of the 74 sparkling islands in
Queensland’s Whitsundays. The rest
of the day and evening is at leisure
for you to explore the picturesque
surroundings. Hotel: Reef View
Hotel, Hamilton Island, 2 nights. B
Today in paradise, it’s time to let your
hair down and relax. You may like to
take a cruise to famous Whitehaven
Beach. Whatever you do, at some
stage, grab a good book and sit back
and relax by the resort pool. B
– Port Douglas
This morning you’ll fly to Cairns.
Day 8: Port Douglas – Cairns
Your first stop is Mossman Gorge
for a Ngadiku Dreamtime Gorge
Walk. Your indigenous guide will
help you identify bush food sources
and provide an enchanting narrative
of the rainforest and their special
relationship with this unique
tropical environment. At the end of
the journey enjoy traditional bush
tea and damper. Later, journey to
Kuranda, where there’s time to
explore the ‘village in the rainforest’.
Return to the lowlands on the Skyrail
Cableway.
This evening ‘You’re
invited’ for a dining experience
with a local family. Enjoy a great
Aussie BBQ dinner with your hosts
in their family home. Hotel: Hilton
Hotel Cairns, 2 nights. B YD
Spend today as you choose.
This evening join your fellow
travellers and Travel Director for
a farewell dinner at a restaurant
on the Cairns waterfront. B FD
Bid farewell to your fellow
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Tropical Trails
7 days
The warm tropical air of Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef will leave you invigorated
and refreshed. Immerse yourself in the spirituality of Aboriginal culture, snorkel in
tropical reef waters with a myriad of fish, and travel by historic train to discover the
village in the rainforest.
7 days from
$1229
Cairns return
Code: CC22
Daintree Rainforest
• Wonders of the Great
Barrier Reef
• Enjoy a Dreamtime Walk
in Mossman Gorge
• Spectacular World Heritage
rainforest scenery
• Discover native flora & fauna
• Crocodile Attack Show
• Cruise through wetlands
• Kuranda Scenic
Railway journey
• Ride the Skyrail Cableway
Inclusions
•Experienced Driver Guides
Dining
•Lunches (2) L
Airport
transfers
Day 1 – Flights to arrive
anytime into Cairns Airport
Departs
Daily
Concludes
Morning of day 7
Day 1: Welcome to Cairns
On arrival at Cairns Airport you will
be transferred to your hotel. The
rest of the day is at leisure for you
to explore this vibrant tropical city.
Take a stroll along The Esplanade
or simply relax by the beach or in
one of the many cafés. The Pier
Marketplace overlooking Trinity Bay
offers a local shopping experience,
home to a number of shops, bars and
waterfront restaurants that create an
exciting atmosphere. Come nightfall
check out the night markets, a
unique entertainment and shopping
experience with over 70 different
stalls. Hotel: DoubleTree by Hilton (R)
or Hilton Hotel (S), Cairns, 6 nights.
Day 2: Daintree Walkabout Tour
Today you’ll journey through the
rainforests and awe-inspiring
landscapes of Cape Tribulation,
located in the heart the Daintree
National Park. The area was named
by explorer Captain James Cook
in the 1700s when his ship ‘The
Endeavour’ scraped a reef and he
named that point Cape Tribulation,
because there began all his troubles.
Visit the Mossman Gorge Gateway
Centre and enjoy an indigenous
presentation by the traditional
owners of the gorge, the Kuku Yalanji
people, before boarding your eco
shuttle for the transfer into Mossman
Gorge. Upon arrival your Driver Guide
will take you on a walk through
this enchanting rainforest, sharing
their knowledge of this ancient
environment. With special access at
a private rainforest property, enjoy a
short walk along a delightful forest
creek before a delicious tropical
lunch. Wind through the Alexandra
Range and stop at a spectacular
lookout for views of Snapper Island
and beyond to the Coral Sea before a
Daintree River Cruise. Aboard, you’ll
learn about this pristine environment
and its wildlife habitat of birds,
tree snakes, unique plants and of
course the estuarine crocodile. B L
cruise to the outer edge of the Great
Barrier Reef. Covering approximately
35 million hectares, it is the largest
reef structure and marine park in the
world and offers an experience like
no other. Enjoy a reef presentation
by a marine naturalist and view the
spectacular coral and tropical fish
and semi-submersible craft.
You’ll have the opportunity to go
snorkelling and experience this
natural wonder up-close (equipment
provided). The Great Barrier Reef
is home to more different species
of animals and plants in a cubic
metre than any other environment
in the world. Enjoy a delicious
tropical buffet lunch, with full bar
facilities, change rooms, freshwater
showers and sundeck on board.
Return to Cairns early evening. B L
Today you have a free day in Cairns.
Perhaps visit the indigenous art
gallery, the Botanic Gardens, go
shopping or just relax at your hotel. B
Day 5: Hartley’s Crocodile
Adventures
Visit Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures,
the best place to see crocodiles in
Tropical North Queensland. Join us
for a unique eco experience on the
lagoon cruise through the ecologically
significant Melaleuca wetlands, the
domain of the saltwater crocodile.
Explore the rest of the park with
its abundance of wildlife, including
water birds, turtles, wallabies
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and cassowaries. You can also see
the Crocodile Attack Show and
discover the world’s most venomous
snakes at the Snake Show. B
Day 6: Kuranda Scenic Railway &
First up you’ll enjoy the spectacular
views over the rainforest aboard
the Skyrail Cableway, which takes
you directly above the breathtaking
canopy of the Barron Gorge National
Park. En route to Kuranda, there are 2
stations where you can enjoy a walk
through the rainforest and observe its
beauty from spectacular lookouts. On
arrival there’s free time to explore the
‘village in the rainforest’ and its many
attractions, including the Heritage
Markets. After exploring, board the
Kuranda Scenic Railway for a historic
journey travelling through some of
the oldest rainforest in the world.
Passing the spectacular Stoney Creek
Falls your journey winds through
manmade tunnels, across bridges and
around curves to arrive at its final
destination, Freshwater Station. B
Your short break concludes this
morning after breakfast. You’ll be
transferred to Cairns Airport for your
onward flight (flights anytime). B
Great Barrier Reef
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Cape York Frontier
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7 days
Your safari starts en route to the Daintree rainforest. See historic Cooktown and the farm
district of Lakeland. In Quinkan Country view Aboriginal art. Explore glorious Lakefield
National Park, the gold town of Coen and the stunning Archer River. Delve into Weipa and
go off-road in Moreton. Explore ancient Cape York and cruise to beautiful Thursday Island.
Thursday Island
Horn Island
Cape York
SEISIA 2
Jardine
1 MORETON
River
WEIPA 1
Coen
MUSGRAVE 1
COOKTOWN 1
Cape Tribulation
Daintree
Cairns
Start
End
Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
Fruit Bat Falls
As this Guided Holiday departs at
• Walk through the worldheritage listed Daintree
National Park
• Travel the Bloomfield Track
• Discover ancient
Aboriginal rock art
• Explore the unique
Lakefield National Park
• Uncover the old gold
mining town of Coen
• Visit the beautiful
Lockerbie Scrub
• Cruise to Thursday Island
• Small group experience
Inclusions
•Experienced Safari Leader
•Travel by air-conditioned 4WD
•Flight between Horn
Island & Cairns
Dining
•Breakfasts (6) B
•Lunches (6) L
•Dinners (5) D
Operated by our partners at Wilderness
Challenge. See page 90 for details.
Day 1: Cairns – Cooktown
Your adventure begins along the
scenic coastal route to the World
Heritage listed Wet Tropics Daintree
rainforest. Cross the Daintree River
by cable ferry and travel into the
primeval jungle. Walk with your
guide to experience the intriguing
plants and animals of this wonderful
region. Next is the rugged 4WD
Bloomfield Track (conditions
permitting). Cross the Bloomfield
River near the Aboriginal community
of Wujal Wujal. Lunch at the village
of Ayton, namesake of Great Ayton,
Captain Cook’s boyhood home.
On to visit the Lion’s Den Hotel
and eerie Black Mountain en route
to historic Cooktown. Walk in the
footsteps of Captain Cook and enjoy
Grassy Hill’s spectacular views on a
tour of Cooktown. Hotel: Sovereign
Resort Hotel, Cooktown. L D
Day 2: Cooktown – Musgrave
This morning travel through the
agricultural district of Lakeland
on your way to Quinkan Country
near Laura. Climb the sandstone
escarpment at Split Rock to view
ancient Aboriginal rock art, dated
in excess of 13,000 years old,
depicting traditional activities and
culture. Explore Lakefield National
Park, Queensland’s second largest
at 542,856 hectares. Waterlily
covered billabongs, wildlife and a
great variety of birdlife makes for
a memorable day before arriving
at the century old Telegraph
Station of Musgrave. Hotel:
Musgrave Roadhouse. B L D
Day 3: Musgrave – Weipa
This morning cross the Great Dividing
Range to visit the old gold mining
town of Coen. Cross the picturesque
Archer River before heading to the
west coast of the Peninsula to the
bauxite mining town of Weipa. Hotel:
Albatross Bay Resort, Weipa. B L
Day 4: Weipa – Cape York
Learn about this remote mining
town. Later travel via Batavia Downs
to the Wenlock River. Time for
exploring, bushwalking, birdwatching
or simply relaxing. Hotel: Bramwell
Cattle Station, rooms with en suite,
Cape York. B L D
Day 5: Moreton – Seisia
4WD adventure and fun today on
the famous Telegraph Track through
Cape York’s unique wilderness of
gigantic termite mounds, crystal
clear creeks, carnivorous pitcher
plants and prehistoric cycads. Lunch
at pristine Fruit Bat Falls and a great
chance to swim in its cool springfed waters. Across the mighty
Jardine River by cable ferry and on
to the northern-most settlements
on mainland Australia where we
stay for two nights. Hotel: Seisia
Holiday Village, 2 nights. B L D
Guided
Holidays
7 days from
$3495
Cairns to Cape York
Code: QCY
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Lockerbie Scrub, an isolated pocket
of monsoon rainforest, on our way
to historic Somerset on Albany
passage where you can ponder the
past, our explorers, pioneers and
the Cape’s traditional owners. Now,
an emotional walk to the very top
of Australia – Cape York! B L D
Day 7: Seisia – Thursday Island
– Farewell from Cairns
Say farewell this morning as you
board your boat to cruise to Thursday
Island, capital of the Torres Strait
Islands. Enjoy a guided tour of the
island. Later, transfer by ferry to
Horn Island to board your aircraft
to fly over the Great Barrier Reef
to Cairns Airport, ending your
fascinating safari of adventure and
discovery in Australia’s far north
(flights to depart after 7.00pm). B
Day 6: Cape York
A fascinating visit to the beautiful
Thursday Island
Gulf Savannah Wanderer
Explore spectacular Gulf Country! Discover Chillagoe’s limestone caves, take the
Savannahlander train into cattle country, see historic Normanton, enjoy a Gulf of
Carpentaria sunset cruise and explore Burke & Wills’ infamous Camp #119. After trekking
through the Outback, relax in Lawn Hill National Park and marvel at the Undara lava tubes.
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Holidays
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$3495
KARUMBA
CHILLAGOE
Almaden 1
1
#
Cairns
Camp 119
1 NORMANTON
Savannahlander
Gulflander
Lawn Hill
National Park
Ravenshoe
Critters Camp
1
1 UNDARA
Gregory
GEORGETOWN
ADEL’SGROVE
Mt Surprise
Forsayth
2
1 COBBOLD GORGE
Riversleigh Burke & Wills
Roadhouse
Fossil Fields
Sealed Road
Start
Overnight stays
Unsealed Road
Railway
End
Sightseeing stops
Burketown
Lawn Hill Gorge
As this Guided Holiday departs at
• Visit Burke & Wills’ Camp
• Explore Chillagoe
Limestone Caves
• Journey on Savannahlander
& Gulflander trains
• Cruise on the Gulf
of Carpentaria
• Discover wildlife in Lawn
Hill National Park
• Explore the Undara
Lava Tubes
Inclusions
•Experienced Safari Leader
•Travel by air-conditioned 4WD
•Savannahlander &
Gulflander Trains
•Cruise on the Gulf of Carpentaria
Dining
•Breakfasts (8) B
•Lunches (8) L
•Dinners (7) D
Operated by our partners at Wilderness
Challenge. See page 90 for details.
Day 1: Cairns – Chillagoe
You start by winding your way up to
the Atherton Tablelands. Travel on
to Chillagoe, known for its marble
mining and limestone caves. Tour
the caves, the legacy of a 350 million
year old marine reef. Hotel: Chillagoe
Observatory & Eco Lodge. L D
Day 2: Chillagoe – Georgetown
All aboard the “Savannahlander”
train as it tracks the Ootann Road
into Brahman cattle country.
Watch the landscape change
from limestone to granite to
basalt country, as you head west
across the Newcastle Range
to Georgetown. Hotel: Latara
Motel, Georgetown. B L D
Day 3: Georgetown – Karumba
Enjoy a morning “smoko” on the
shore of Croydon’s Lake Belmore.
In historic Normanton take in
famous landmarks like the “Purple
Pub”, Burns Philp General Store
and a replica of Krys, the 8.63m
crocodile. Continue to Karumba
on the Gulf of Carpentaria for a
cruise to enjoy a spectacular Gulf
sunset. Hotel: Karumba Lodge. B
Day 4: Karumba – Adel’s Grove
Travel back through Normanton
this morning and visit Burke
& Wills Camp #119, the most
northerly campsite of the ill-fated
1860 expedition. Cross the vast
“Plains of Promise” to Leichhardt
Falls and Burketown. Then it’s
on to Adel’s Grove where you’ll
spend two glorious outback
nights in permanent tent safari
accommodation. Hotel: Adel’s Grove
Permanent Tents, 2 nights. B L D
Day 5: Lawn Hill National Park
Spend a relaxed day enjoying Lawn
Hill National Park, a spectacular
oasis set amid the spinifex clad
Constance Range. The gorge is a
haven for an abundance of wildlife
and a birdwatcher’s paradise. B L D
Day 6: Adel’s Grove – Normanton
Visit the World Heritage listed
Riversleigh Fossil Fields, a rare
treasure house of palaeontology
recording the history of Australia’s
mega-fauna of 20 million years
ago. You’ll have lunch at Gregory,
then take a short break at remote
Burke & Wills Roadhouse, before
travelling on to Normanton. Hotel:
Gulfland Normanton Hotel. B L D
Cairns return
Code: QGS
$3495
$3495
$3830
$3830
Single*
2016
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Jun01
Jun08
Jun15
Jun22
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Jul06
Jul13
Jul20
Jul 27
Single*
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Jun09
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Jun23
Jun30
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Jul14
Jul21
Jul28
Aug04
Day 9: Undara – Farewell
from Cairns
Enjoy breakfast in the Australian
bush, before a guided tour of the
fascinating 190,000 year old lava
tubes, a geological spectacle said
to be the largest in the world. Visit
Ravenshoe, Queensland’s highest
town for lunch before visiting
Mt. Hypipamee (The Crater) National
Park and the Atherton Tableland’s
unique Curtain Fig Tree. Now you’ll
descend to Cairns where your
adventure in the remarkable Gulf
Savannah region comes to an end
(flights to depart after 7.00pm). B L
2016 continued
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Aug10
Aug17
Aug24
Aug31
Sep07
Sep14
Sep28
Oct05
Child price is available in request.
Day 7: Normanton – Cobbold Gorge
All aboard the historic “Gulflander
RM93” train for a ride through
the savannah landscape across
the Norman River to Critters
Camp. This afternoon you’ll visit
Georgetown and Forsayth on your
way to Cobbold Gorge. Hotel:
Cobbold Gorge Cabins. B L D
Day 8: Cobbold Gorge –
Undara Lava Tubes
This morning cruise on Cobbold
Gorge’s beautiful and secluded
waterway, surrounded by spectacular
carved Hampstead sandstone which
is 135 million years old. Travel on
to the famous Undara Lava Tubes.
There’s campfire entertainment
after dinner before retiring to
your accommodation in faithfully
restored antique railway carriages.
Hotel: Undara Lava Lodge. B L D
Undara Lava Tubes
Cobbold Gorge
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Legendary Longreach
& Winton
With big skies, rusty red landscapes and magical sunsets as your backdrop, the charm and good ol’ Aussie hospitality of the local characters,
and the unique quirky experiences on your journey through Outback
Queensland will leave you fascinated and wanting more.
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6 days
Guided
Holidays
6 days from
Cairns
$1999
Start
End
Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
Townsville
2 WINTON
Dinosaur
Stampede
1 2 LONGREACH
Strathmore
Station
• Experience outback life
at Strathmore Station
• Indulge at an exclusive dinner
in Qantas Founders Museum
• Share the fun and laughs
at Smithy’s Outback
dinner & show
• Relax on a Drover’s
Sunset Cruise
• Enjoy a sunset dinner
at Australian Age of
Dinosaurs Museum
• Visit the Waltzing
Matilda Centre and
Winton Musical Fence
• Join a guided tour of
Waltzing Matilda Centre’s
Qantilda Precinct
Inclusions
•Travel by custom built 4WD vehicle
Dining
•Breakfasts (5) B
•Lunches (4) L
•Dinners (5) D
Airport
transfers
Day 1 – Flights to arrive anytime
into Longreach Airport
Day 6 – Flights to depart anytime
from Longreach Airport
Operated by our partners at Outback
Aussie Tours. See page 90 for details.
Code: QLW
$1999
$1999
$2339
$2339
Mackay
Per Person
Twin Share
Single*
2016
Start Apr20
May 11
Jun15
Jun22
Jun29
Jul06
Jul13
Drover’s Sunset Cruise
• Discover fossilised dinosaur
footprints at Lark Quarry
Longreach return
Day 1: Welcome to Longreach
Welcome to Longreach! On arrival
in Longreach you will receive a
warm outback greeting by your
Outback Aussie Tours representative
and be introduced to your fellow
travellers. Transfer to your overnight
accommodation and hold onto your
Akubras for the start of your Outback
Queensland adventure. Motel:
Albert Park Motor Inn, Longreach. D
Day 2: Longreach – Winton
A day of big skies and changing
landscapes today, beginning with our
Strathmore Station Smoko Tour for
an insider’s view into life on the land
and to sample some delicious home
cooking! Witness a ‘totally different
way of schooling’ at Longreach School
of Distance Education. Enjoy a leisurely
lunch and free time in downtown
Longreach before heading to historic
Winton for a town tour. Play a tune
on what is believed to be the world’s
only musical fence before a late
afternoon check-in. Motel: Boulder
Opal Motel, Winton, 2 nights. B L D
Day 3: Winton
Travel into Jump-Up country to
Dinosaur Stampede at Lark Quarry
Conservation Park for a guided tour
of 3,300 fossilised footprints - the
only recorded dinosaur stampede.
Back in Winton we visit the Waltzing
Matilda Centre for a guided tour of the
Qantilda precinct. Late afternoon we
enjoy a guided interpretive tour at the
Australian Age of Dinosaurs Museum,
located high up on a mesa - our very
special sunset dinner location. B L D
Day 4: Winton – Longreach
Learn the story behind the very quirky
Arnos Wall and spend some free
time in downtown Winton before
returning to Longreach. Relax with a
lazy lunch around the pool and free
time at your accommodation. Transfer
to Qantas Founders Museum mid
afternoon to see the Heritage listed
Qantas Hangar, join a guided Jets
tour and some free time to wander
the interactive displays. Toast our
pioneers with sunset drinks and
nibbles before an exclusive dinner
in the museum. Motel: Albert Park
Motor Inn, Longreach, 2 nights. B L D
Day 5: Longreach
Discover the inspiring stories of the
men, women and children living in
and pioneering Outback Queensland
at The Stockman’s Hall of Fame.
Witness the quintessential Australian
character of the Outback Stockman’s
Show – a tribute to the stockmen’s
skills. Free time to relax before a
late afternoon transfer to join the
M.V. Explorer for the award-winning
Drover’s Sunset Cruise. Unwind
with onboard nibbles and drinks,
watching a magnificent outback
sunset. Enjoy a 2 course table-service
dinner as you watch the entertaining
Smithy’s Outback Dinner Show. B L D
Day 6: Farewell from Longreach
Your Outback Queensland
adventure comes to an end with
a complimentary transfer to your
homeward bound connections. The
journey may have ended, but the
memories will last a lifetime. B
Qantas Founders Museum exclusive dinner
Single*
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Rockhampton
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Oct24
Ways to Save
Book & deposit before 31 Dec 2015
Save $300 per couple
Valid for Apr 20 & Oct 19 2016 departures only.
Optional
Experience:
Spirit of the
Outback Rail
Journey
Head west into the heartland of
Queensland’s outback. With blue
summer skies and rich golden soil as
far as the eye can see, the Spirit of the
Outback travel experience will take you
from Brisbane to the pioneer town of
Longreach (or reverse) with historic
authentic outback towns along the way.
Ask us about adding this rail journey to
the beginning or end of these holidays.
Australian Age of Dinosaurs Museum
Birdsville Desert Escape
It’s an adventure across dusty open plains, winding rivers and
breathtaking sand dunes, paired with iconic outback hotels, ghost
towns and tales of survival in the intriguing Channel Country
where Queensland and South Australia meet.
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6 days
Guided
Holidays
6 days from
$1989
Cairns
Start
End
Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
Middleton
BOULIA 1
BIRDSVILLE
• Stay at the famous
Birdsville Hotel
• Enjoy Happy Hour atop
Big Red at sunset
• Discover the Birdsville
Racetrack
• Experience a Min Min
Light Encounter show
• Visit the historic
Burke & Wills Tree
• Visit nostalgic pastoral ruins
• Travel through
Channel Country
• Explore outback towns
Inclusions
•Travel by custom built 4WD vehicle
Dining
•Breakfasts (5) B
•Lunches (4) L
•Dinners (5) D
Airport
transfers
Day 1: Welcome to Longreach
Welcome to Longreach! On arrival
in Longreach you will receive a
warm outback greeting by our
Outback Aussie Tours representative
and be introduced to your fellow
travellers. Transfer to your overnight
accommodation and ‘hold onto
your Akubras’ for the start of your
Outback Queensland adventure.
Motel: Jumbuck Motel, Longreach. D
$1989
1 1 LONGREACH
$2299
Single*
Stonehenge
Jundah
Ways to Save
the tranquility of the Birdsville
Billabong with its prolific birdlife
and explore the Inland Hospital
ruins. Tonight will be a night to
remember as we toast the glorious
outback sunset from atop Big
Red, a 40-metre-high sand dune
marking the symbolic eastern edge
of the Simpson Desert. B L D
Day 2: Longreach – Birdsville
Explore the Cooper Creek
catchment and follow the mighty
Thomson River floodplain via
Stonehenge and Jundah to
Windorah with its majestic red
sand dune landscapes. Continuing
on to the ghost town of Betoota,
see the JC Hotel Ruins, remains
of the small town of Canterbury
established in 1884. Pass by oil
and gas fields to Deon’s Lookout
with its amazing views of the
Diamantina Shire before a late
afternoon arrival in the frontier
town of Birdsville – located at the
end of the famous Birdsville Track.
Hotel: Birdsville Hotel, 2 nights. B L D
Day 3: Birdsville
Today visit the Burke and Wills Tree
on the Diamantina River and the
famous Birdsville Racetrack. Visit
the Wirrarri Visitor Information
Centre and view local artists’ work
in their extensive gallery. Take in
Day 5: Boulia – Longreach
Travel a scenic drive east across
open plains and majestic mesas
to Winton, stopping at Cawnpore
Lookout to take in the stark flattopped beauty of the Lilleyvale Hills.
Along the way, see the original Min
Book & deposit before 31 Dec 2015
Save $300 per couple
Valid for Apr 13 & Oct 05 2016 departures only.
Min Hotel site where one of the first
recorded sightings of the Min Min
Light was said to have taken place.
Call into the historic Middleton Hotel,
originally a coach staging post, for
morning tea and entertaining yarns.
Meet the characters at Winton’s
famous Tattersall Hotel and enjoy
a pub lunch before returning to
Longreach. Transfer to Smithy’s on
the banks of the Thomson River
for sunset nibbles and to watch a
magnificent outback sunset. Enjoy
a 2 course table-service dinner, as
you watch the entertaining Smithy’s
Outback Dinner Show. Motel:
Jumbuck Motel, Longreach. B L D
Day 6: Farewell from Longreach
Your Outback Queensland adventure
comes to an end after breakfast with
a complimentary transfer to your
homeward bound connections. B
Ask us about the 9 Day Tour option
which includes a Longreach and
Winton extension.
Day 1 – Flights to arrive anytime
into Longreach Airport
from Longreach Airport
Operated by our partners at Outback
Aussie Tours. See page 90 for details.
Cuttaburra flood plains
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Oct10
Betoota
Day 4: Birdsville – Boulia
Passing the famous Waddi Trees,
witness where the Channel Country
meets the desert as we travel north
via Eyre Creek to Bedourie. See
the Cacoory Ruins, a remnant of
European settlement in 1870 then
cross the vast Cuttaburra flood
plains to the heart of Lake Eyre
Basin. Witness spectacular 360degree views from the Vaughan
Johnson Lookout before continuing
on to Boulia. Visit the Min Min
Encounter for a unique theatrical
experience and tribute to the famed
Min Min Light phenomenon. Call
into the well-preserved Stonehouse
Museum, one of the first homes
built in Western Queensland. Motel:
Boulia Desert Sands Motel. B L D
2016
Start Apr13
May25
Jul06
Aug10
Sep28
RockhamptonOct05
Mackay
Per Person
Twin Share
Windorah
2
‘Big Red’ sand dune
Code: QBL
Winton
Bedourie
‘Big Red’
sand dune
Longreach return
Townsville
Birdsville Hotel
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We love AAT Kings because they bring lots
of guests to visit our little penguin colony
on Phillip Island. We can hear the gasps
of the visitors when our first wave of
penguins surf back to shore with bellies
full of fish for the long trek back to the
nest. Be sure to get your own full bellies
by asking your friendly Driver Guide for
some tips on the great places locals eat so
you too can indulge in the fabulous laneway
culture of Melbourne.
Penelope Little Penguin Spokespenguin, Phillip Island
Little Penguins
Food & Wine
Natural Wonders
South Australian Wine Regions
You’ll be spoilt for choice and fall in love with
the South Australian wine regions of the Barossa
Valley, Kangaroo Island, Adelaide Hills, Coonawarra
and Clare Valley. Learn about wine making on a
walking tour of Jacob’s Creek Winery, and sample
some of Australia’s most famous wines.
Andermel Marron Farm Kangaroo Island
This food and wine experience captures the essence of
Kangaroo Island. View the island’s prized freshwater
crayfish up close in the ponds before sampling the
fresh Marron straight from the farm, complemented
with delicious Two Wheeler Creek Wines.
The Twelve Apostles
The Twelve Apostles are
amongst Australia’s most
beautiful natural icons. Located
on the Great Ocean Road,
west of Melbourne, these
magnificent monoliths have
been photographed countless
times but no photograph can
quite capture the feeling you
get when you experience them for the first
time. You’ll be awestruck as you witness this
collection of giant limestone rock formations
majestically rising from the Southern Ocean.
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Sydney, Melbourne,
the Great Ocean Road
& Southern Australia
Where wonders
never cease
Southern Australia offers an overload to the senses with
its vibrant, cosmopolitan cities, impressive wine regions,
diverse wildlife and spectacular natural landscapes. It
is a wonderland of sights, tastes and experiences.
In Sydney, you’ll find icons like Bondi Beach and the
Sydney Opera House with the world’s most beautiful
natural harbour. In Melbourne discover hidden
laneways of cafés, boutiques and art galleries, then
we’ll take you to the Twelve Apostles along the Great
Ocean Road or the Penguin Parade at Phillip Island.
On Kangaroo Island in South Australia we’re doing tastings
at South Australia’s only micro distillery, Kangaroo Island
Spirits. We’ll also look out for koalas and kangaroos
and get up close with the sea lions at Seal Bay. Foodies
will rejoice in Adelaide’s restaurants and markets and
indulge in local food and wine in the Barossa Valley
and the stunning Adelaide Hills. We have a heap of new
experiences and tastings weaved in to our yearly program.
Learn more about Southern Australia at
aatkings.com/southern-australia
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Tastes of
Southern Australia
11 days
The Barossa
• Travel along the magnificent
Great Ocean Road
• Visit the Twelve Apostles
• Visit historic Berrima in
the Southern Highlands
• Experience farm life at
Gold Creek Sheep Station
• Enjoy a guided tour through
impressive Parliament House
• Explore the Australian
War Memorial
• Enjoy views over Canberra
from Mt Ainslie
• Discover historic Beechworth
• Visit Ned Kelly Country
• Throw a boomerang and
taste bush tucker at Tower
Hill Nature Reserve
• Visit the Coonawarra
for a wine tasting
• Indulge in food & wine
in the Barossa
Day 1: Sydney – Canberra
This morning begin your journey to
Canberra via the Southern Highlands.
Stop at historic Berrima, famous for
its gaol and early colonial architecture
then visit Gold Creek Station and meet
local sheep farmer, Craig Starr. Get a
taste of life on the farm before you
join Craig and his family for an Aussie
BBQ highlight lunch. Your destination
is the country’s capital where you’ll
enjoy a tour through Parliament
House with a local guide. Later visit
the Australian War Memorial and
stay to hear the evocative Last Post.
Join your Travel Director and fellow
travellers tonight and get to know
each other over a delicious meal.
Hotel: Novotel, Canberra. HL DW
Day 2: Canberra – Beechworth
Before leaving Canberra this morning,
you’ll visit the summit of Mt. Ainslie
to take in views of the city and
surrounding ranges from the lookout.
Journey over the mighty Murray River
into Victoria taking the scenic route
to historic Beechworth, Victoria’s
• Visit a micro distillery
on Kangaroo Island
• Explore seaside Victor Harbor
• Taste delicious local cuisine &
wine on Kangaroo Island
• Walk amongst Sea
Lions at Seal Bay
• Explore picturesque
Hahndorf
Great Ocean Road
best preserved gold rush town for
your unique overnight stay in one
of the Bed and Breakfast properties.
The region offers plenty of great
photo opportunities, with towering
winter snow-capped mountains, treecovered ranges, magical lakes, wild
rivers and tranquil rural farmlands.
Get to know Beechworth with an
orientation and enjoy some free
time to explore the antique shops,
galleries and the museum. Why not
grab a coffee and delicious treat from
the legendary Beechworth Bakery!
Tonight, if you’re feeling up to it, head
down to Hotel Nicholas for a good
pub meal. The hotel was built in 1857
during the heady gold rush days and
houses a great collection of local
memorabilia. Hotel: Boutique Country
Accommodation, Beechworth. B
Day 3: Beechworth – Melbourne
This morning ‘You’re invited’ to
join your B&B host for breakfast.
Travel through Glenrowan and Ned
Kelly country to culturally diverse
and cosmopolitan Melbourne for
a sightseeing tour. This evening
perhaps take a relaxing walk along
the Yarra River and grab a bite to
eat at one of the many restaurants
at Southbank. Hotel: Crowne
Plaza, Melbourne, 2 nights. YB
Day 4: Melbourne Included Choice
Today Melbourne is all yours to
explore! Choose from a selection
experiences. Visit Eureka Skydeck for
fantastic views of Melbourne. With
360 degree floor to ceiling views, it’s
the Southern Hemisphere’s highest
viewing platform. Maybe join a Hunt
& Gather Food Tour of Queen Victoria
Market to take in the life, sounds and
stories of the historic marketplace and
taste your way around the market’s
seemingly endless food stalls. Or
you may choose to discover the
city’s famous laneways and arcades
on a walking tour. These hidden
laneways also house some of the
best restaurants the city has to offer.
Treat yourself for dinner tonight. B
Day 5: Melbourne – Warrnambool
Hold on to your seats and make sure
your camera is charged for one of
the world’s great road trips – the
Great Ocean Road! Enjoy spectacular
scenery that never ends and the
quaint seaside towns of Lorne and
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Leave no stone unturned when you explore country Victoria, cosmopolitan Melbourne and the
spectacular coast and delicious produce of Southern Australia. Meet local farmers, wine makers
and whisky distillers, and indulge in their delectable produce while you take in stunning
scenery on the Great Ocean Road, Kangaroo Island, the Adelaide Hills and the Barossa.
Guided
Holidays
Inclusions
and Driver Guide
Start
Dining
•You’re invited’ breakfast (1) YB
•Highlight lunches (2) HL
Airport
transfers
from Adelaide Airport
Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
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Sydney
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Naracoorte
1
CANBERRA 1
Glenrowan
Great Ocean
Road
Mt. Gambier
Tower Hill
1
BEECHWORTH
2 MELBOURNE
1
Lorne
WARRNAMBOOL
11 days from
$3950
Sydney to Adelaide
Code: ESMA
$3950
$4075
$990
$1005
2016
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May10
Sep06
Sep27
Oct18
Nov08
Nov29
Dec20
2017
Jan10
Jan31
Feb 21
Mar14
Mar28
End
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May20
Sep16
Oct07
Oct28
Nov18
Dec 09
Dec30
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May09
Sep05
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Dec19
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Apollo Bay. Visit the amazing Twelve
Apostles. These fascinating limestone
formations tower 45 metres above
the Southern Ocean. Later visit
Loch Ard Gorge and London Bridge
before arriving in Warrnambool.
Hotel: Quality Suites Deep Blue
Hotel & Spa, Warrnambool. B DW
Day 6: Warrnambool – Naracoorte
This morning visit Worn Gundidj
at Tower Hill State Game Reserve.
The area was a rich food source for
the Koroit Gundidj people whose
descendants retain links with this
country. Your guide will provide you
with an Aboriginal perspective about
flora, wildlife, volcanic formations,
bush existence and medicinal
practices. Continue into Mt. Gambier
to visit the mysterious Blue Lake
and then travel on to the world
renowned Coonawarra wine region.
Stop at Brand’s Laira vineyard for
a wine tasting. The vineyard’s first
vines were planted in 1893 when an
English Sea Captain purchased a plot
of land in the Penola fruit colony,
naming it “Laira” after the ship
that traded around the Australian
and New Zealand coasts at the
time. Afterwards you’ll continue
to Naracoorte, your stop for the
night. Hotel: William MacIntosh
Motor Lodge, Naracoorte. B DW
Day 7: Naracoorte – Kangaroo Island
Journey to the Fleurieu Peninsula
and visit the seaside town of Victor
Harbor at lunchtime. You might like
to take the horse-drawn tram to
Granite Island or just sit back and
relax with some fish and chips on
the beach. Yum! This afternoon
board a ferry at Cape Jervis, bound
for Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island.
Kangaroo Island is famous for its
unspoiled natural beauty and its
fresh local produce. Kick off your
island adventure with a visit to South
Australia’s only boutique distillery to
taste a selection of their handcrafted
premium spirits. All the spirits are
hand made in small batches onsite,
so you’ll be able to smell the aroma
of botanicals, citrus peel or even
fennel lingering as you taste the
award winning Australian Gin and
delicious liqueurs. Finish up with a
short journey to Kingscote, and rest
up for the exciting day that awaits
you tomorrow. Hotel: Aurora Ozone
Hotel, Kangaroo Island, 2 nights. B DW
quaint shops and even taste some
of the town’s artisan produce before
sitting down with a beer in one of
the town’s German inspired pubs or
cafés. Enjoy an orientation tour of
Adelaide, the ‘City of Churches’, with
your Travel Director before checking
in to your hotel for the next two
nights. This evening you’ve got a
free night to enjoy a meal at any of
the wonderful local restaurants. Did
you know that Adelaide boasts more
restaurants per capita than any other
city in Australia? You do now! Hotel:
Stamford Plaza, Adelaide, 2 nights. B
Day 8: Kangaroo Island
Today explore Kangaroo Island! Visit
spectacular Remarkable Rocks and
Admiral’s Arch in Flinders Chase
National Park and enjoy the stunning
coastal scenery, where you may even
spot koalas, wallabies and kangaroos.
Later ‘You’re Invited’ to Andermel
Marron Farm for an experience
that captures much that is very
special about the island. You’ll see
the Marron (freshwater crayfish)
tanks and enjoy a tasting of the
farm’s very own Two Wheeler Creek
wine and farm-produced bush
tucker before indulging in some
marron for lunch. You can choose
to try a hot or cold marron dish, or
something else equally as delicious
with a glass of wine. It’s up to you!
Afterwards join a ranger at Seal Bay
Conservation Park for a guided walk
among a colony of sea lions. B YL
Day 10: The Barossa
The rolling hills of The Barossa lay
ahead of you and you’ll have the
opportunity to taste a number of
world-renowned drops! First stop
is Jacob’s Creek Winery. Wander
through the display vineyard with
a wine specialist and taste some
of the award winning collection.
Your highlight lunch is at The
Company Kitchen, part of the South
Australian Company Store. At The
Company Kitchen they believe in
locally produced South Australian
food and that a food experience is
to be savoured and enjoyed. You’ll
taste two local wines with canapés
featuring fresh local produce,
followed by a delicious main meal
of your choice. This evening join
your Travel Director and new-found
friends for a farewell dinner. B HL FD
Day 9: Kangaroo Island – Adelaide
This morning, board your ferry to
cross back to the mainland and
travel to the picturesque Adelaide
Hills. Visit stunning Hahndorf and
enjoy its charm and hospitality as
you wander down the tree lined
streets. Take time to explore the
After an indulgent trip away, it’s
time to bid farewell to your fellow
concludes after breakfast. Not ready
to head home yet? Why not consider
a 3 night cruise on the Murray River
aboard the Murray Princess. B
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Discover the beautiful lower
riverlands, a guided nature walk and
backwater wildlife tour, visit Murray
Bridge markets, historic houses
and art galleries and taste the food
& wine of this famous region. Ask
us for details at time of booking.
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Great Ocean Road &
Kangaroo Island Escape
Embark on one of the world’s greatest road trips along the Great Ocean Road and
experience for yourself the dazzling scenery of Kangaroo Island and the picturesque
Adelaide Hills. Meet local wine, whisky and marron producers and taste their specialities
in the Coonawarra, on Kangaroo Island and in the Barossa.
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$2625
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• Travel along the magnificent
Great Ocean Road
• Witness the amazing
Twelve Apostles
• Experience Aboriginal culture
at Tower Hill State Reserve
• Enjoy Barossa food and wine
• Jacob’s Creek winery
• Watch the Sea Lions play
at Kangaroo Island
• Taste locally made spirits
at a micro distillery
• Visit picturesque Hahndorf
• Indulge in local cuisine and
wine on Kangaroo Island
Inclusions
and Driver Guide
Dining
Airport
transfers
anytime into Melbourne Airport
from Adelaide Airport
to be pre-booked for the previous
night.
Day 1: Melbourne – Warrnambool
This morning make sure your camera
is charged for one of the world’s
great road trips – the Great Ocean
Road! Enjoy spectacular coastal
scenery and the quaint seaside
towns of Lorne and Apollo Bay.
Visit the amazing Twelve Apostles,
Loch Ard Gorge and London Bridge
before arriving in Warrnambool.
Hotel: Quality Suites Deep Blue
Hotel & Spa, Warrnambool. DW
Day 2: Warrnambool – Naracoorte
This morning visit Tower Hill
State Game Reserve. Your guide
will provide you with an Aboriginal
perspective about flora, wildlife,
volcanic formations, bush existence
and medicinal practices in this
dormant volcano. At Mt. Gambier
visit the mysterious Blue Lake,
then travel to the world renowned
Coonawarra wine region. Stop at
Brand’s Laira vineyard for a wine
tasting. Afterwards you’ll continue
to Naracoorte, your stop for the
night. Hotel: William MacIntosh
Motor Lodge, Naracoorte. B DW
Day 3: Naracoorte – Kangaroo Island
Visit the seaside town of Victor
Harbor at lunchtime. Why not relax
with some fish and chips on the
beach. Yum! This afternoon take a
ferry bound for Kangaroo Island. Kick
off your island adventure with a visit
to South Australia’s only boutique
distillery to taste a selection of their
handcrafted premium spirits. All
the spirits are hand made onsite, so
you’ll be able to smell the aroma of
botanicals, citrus peel or even fennel
lingering as you taste the award
winning Australian Gin and delicious
liqueurs. Hotel: Aurora Ozone Hotel,
Kangaroo Island, 2 nights. B DW
Day 4: Kangaroo Island
Today explore Kangaroo Island! Visit
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spectacular Remarkable Rocks and
Admirals Arch to enjoy the stunning
coastal scenery, where you may
even spot koalas, wallabies and
kangaroos.
Later ‘You’re Invited’
to Andermel Marron Farm for lunch.
Enjoy a tasting of the farm’s very
own Two Wheeler Creek wine and
farm-produced bush tucker before
indulging in some marron for
lunch. Try a hot or cold marron dish
with a glass of wine and dessert.
Afterwards join a ranger at Seal Bay
Conservation Park for a guided walk
among a colony of sea lions. B YL
Day 5: Kangaroo Island - Adelaide
This morning, back on the mainland
travel to the picturesque Adelaide
Hills. Discover Hahndorf’s charm
and hospitality as you wander its
tree lined streets. Perhaps enjoy a
beer in one of its German style pubs
or cafés. Take an orientation tour of
Adelaide, before checking in to your
hotel for the next two nights. Hotel:
Stamford Plaza, Adelaide, 2 nights. B
Day 6: The Barossa
The rolling hills of The Barossa lay
ahead. First stop is Jacob’s Creek
Winery. Wander through the display
vineyard with a wine specialist and
taste some of the award winning
collection. Lunch is at the South
Australian Company Store. At The
Company Kitchen they believe in
locally produced South Australian
food and that a food experience is
to be savoured and enjoyed. You’ll
taste two local wines with canapés
featuring fresh local produce,
followed by a delicious main meal
of your choice. This evening join
your Travel Director and new-found
friends for a farewell dinner. B HL FD
After an indulgent week away,
farewell your fellow travellers
when your holiday concludes
after breakfast. Not ready to head
home yet? Why not consider a 3
night cruise on the Murray River
aboard the Murray Princess. B
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Spend a day or
two in Melbourne
before your holiday
Discovering Melbourne’s hidden secrets
is a must! If you’ve always wanted to
visit the Phillip Island Penguin Parade
or indulge in the Yarra Valley, you can.
Or if strolling through the laneways
and arcades and shopping up a storm
is more your style, talk to us and we
can organise a night or two in the city
before you begin your Guided Holiday.
Ask us for details at time of booking.
Southern Capitals
– City Meets Bush
Visit historic Berrima and meet farmer Craig Starr at his sheep station then tour through
Parliament House and the Australian War Memorial. Have a night out at an old Aussie pub
and stay in Bed and Breakfast accommodation in country Victoria’s picturesque Beechworth.
Travel through Ned Kelly country on the way to thoroughly modern Melbourne.
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• Visit historic Berrima in
the Southern Highlands
• Experience farm life at
Gold Creek Sheep Station
• Enjoy a guided tour through
impressive Parliament House
• Explore the Australian
War Memorial
• Enjoy views over Canberra
from Mt Ainslie
• Discover the charm of
historic Beechworth
• Stay in a Bed and Breakfast
property in country Victoria
• Visit Ned Kelly Country
• Discover Melbourne’s
colourful hidden laneways
on a revealing walking tour
Inclusions
& Driver Guide
Dining
•‘You’re invited’ breakfast (1) YB
•Highlight Lunch (1) HL
•Dinner with wine (1) DW
Airport
transfers
from Melbourne Airport
to be pre-booked for the previous
night.
Day 1: Sydney – Canberra
This morning begin your journey
to Canberra via the Southern
Highlands. Stop at historic Berrima,
famous for its gaol and early
colonial architecture, then visit
Gold Creek Station and meet local
sheep farmer, Craig Starr. Get a
taste of life on the farm before
you join Craig and his family
for a good Aussie BBQ lunch.
Your destination is the country’s
capital where you’ll enjoy a tour
through Parliament House with a
passionate local guide. Later visit
the Australian War Memorial and
stay for the evocative Last Post.
Join your Travel Director and fellow
travellers tonight and get to know
each other over a delicious meal.
Hotel: Novotel, Canberra. HL DW
Day 2: Canberra – Beechworth
Before leaving Canberra this
morning, you’ll visit the summit
of Mt. Ainslie to take in views of
the city and surrounding ranges
from the lookout. Journey over
the mighty Murray River into
Victoria taking the scenic route
to historic Beechworth, Victoria’s
best preserved gold rush town.
Your unique overnight stay is
in one of the town’s quaint Bed
and Breakfast properties. The
region offers plenty of great
photo opportunities, with
towering winter snow-capped
mountains, tree-covered ranges,
magical lakes, wild rivers and
tranquil rural farmlands. Get
to know Beechworth with an
orientation and enjoy some
free time to explore the antique
shops, galleries and the museum.
Why not grab a coffee and
delicious treat from the legendary
Beechworth Bakery! Tonight,
if you’re feeling up to it, head
down to Hotel Nicholas for a
good pub meal. The hotel was
built in 1857 during the heady
gold rush and houses a great
collection of local memorabilia.
Hotel: Boutique Country
Accommodation, Beechworth. B
Day 3: Beechworth – Melbourne
This morning ‘You’re Invited’ to
join your B&B host for breakfast.
Travel through Glenrowan and Ned
Kelly country to culturally diverse
and cosmopolitan Melbourne
for a sightseeing tour. This
evening perhaps take a relaxing
walk along the Yarra River and
grab a bite to eat at one of the
many restaurants. Hotel: Crowne
Plaza, Melbourne, 2 nights. YB
Day 4: Melbourne
Included Choice
Today Melbourne is all yours to
explore! Choose from a selection
experiences. Visit Eureka Skydeck
for fantastic views of Melbourne.
With 360 degree floor to
ceiling views, it’s the Southern
Hemisphere’s highest viewing
platform. Maybe join a Hunt
& Gather Food Tour of Queen
Victoria Market to take in the
life, sounds and stories of the
historic marketplace and taste
your way around the market’s
seemingly endless food stalls.
Or you may choose to discover
the city’s famous laneways and
arcades on a walking tour. These
hidden laneways also house
some of the best restaurants
the city has to offer. Treat
yourself for dinner tonight. B
Day 5: Farewell from Melbourne
This morning bid farewell to your
fellow travellers when your holiday
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Penguin Parade
Travel directly to the Penguin Parade.
Enjoy panoramic views of French Island
before witnessing the amazing nightly
ritual. Upgrade to the viewing platform
located in the ‘high penguin traffic
area’ (K11P). Watch penguins march up
the sand to their nests and enjoy time
browsing through the educational centre.
Café meals available (own expense).
Travel express back to Melbourne.
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Blue Mountains
Escape | 2 days | code: 0151
As this Aussie Adventure departs at 7.45am,
accommodation will need to be
Day 1: Sydney – Blue Mountains
Head out of the city and see native birds
and wild Eastern Grey Kangaroos in their
own habitat. Stop for a morning tea break
at Glenbrook where you can refuel for
the next adventure, a guided bushwalk
at Wentworth Falls (a good level of
fitness is required; wear enclosed walking
shoes). You will be amazed as your guide
introduces you to native flora and fauna
as you make your way into the valley of
Wentworth Falls. After lunch we descend
into the Jamison Valley down the historic
Furber Stairs. World Heritage rainforest
surrounds you as you view Katoomba Falls
and the iconic Three Sisters, before you
ride the Scenic Railway out of the valley.
Tonight you’ll stay at the award-winning
Katoomba YHA, in a beautifully restored
National Trust building. Set in the heart
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The Three Sisters
Highlights
•See Australian wildlife up-close
•Guided hike at Wentworth Falls
•See colourful native flora
•Stunning rainforest & waterfalls
•Climb the Furber Stairs
•Hear the Aboriginal tale
of the Three Sisters
•Spectacular Jamison Valley views
•Value for money small
group experience
Departs
Daily 7.45am
Returns
$175 adult
$150 child*
*Minimum child age is 11 years
Aussie
Adventures
of the Blue Mountains, explore on foot
or take a trip on the Trolley Bus to Leura,
Echo Point or the Three Sisters. Enjoy
the comfort of the log fire, cosy rooms,
a great kitchen and fast internet. Hotel:
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Day 2: Blue Mountains Free Time – Sydney
You have a free day to explore on your own.
Why not discover the delightful village of
Leura, which perfectly captures the spirit
of the Blue Mountains region. Pop into a
café for a bite to eat, stroll along the treelined street and be sure not to miss the
award-winning chocolate shop! Or perhaps
visit the Waradah Aboriginal Centre in
Katoomba, where you’ll witness Indigenous
culture in a contemporary setting (own
expense). This afternoon rejoin your coach
and Driver Guide for your return to Sydney,
where your Aussie Adventure concludes.
Note: A good level of fitness is required for
the bushwalk on Day 1. The Furber Stairs are
500 steps each way.
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Guided walk through Hope Estate vines
Highlights
•Wonderful wineries
•Cross the Sydney Harbour Bridge
•Views of the Hawkesbury River
•Taste craft beer & wine
at Hope Estate
•Enjoy a wood-fired pizza lunch
•Visit Savannah Estate winery
•Shop for chocolates, wine
& produce in the quaint
Hunter Valley Village
group experience
Departs
Tue, Wed & Sat 7.45am
Returns
$195 adult
$165 child*
*Minimum child age is 11 years
Day 1: Sydney – Hunter Valley
With over 100 wineries set amongst
picturesque landscape, the Hunter Valley
region offers great food and amazing
wines. Start the day at Drayton’s winery
and try their famous white port. Embrace
the ambiance of Hope Estate and take
a guided walk down the rolling hills and
through the vines. There is a brewery
on-site and you will have the opportunity
to taste beer or cellar door wine. Enjoy a
tasty wood-fired pizza lunch over a glass
of wine or beer as you chat to new friends.
We then visit one more winery where you
can taste more fine wines and even buy
a few bottles to take home. Our small
group allows us to visit boutique wineries
for an intimate tasting experience. Spend
the afternoon relaxing at the Hunter
Valley Village. Don’t miss the delights in
the chocolate shop. Tonight you’ll stay at
the Hunter Valley YHA. The hostel is in a
country setting between Cessnock and the
wineries, with a pool, outdoor BBQ, kitchen
and lounge room. Why not rent a bike to
explore further on your second day? Hotel:
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Day 2: Hunter Valley Free Time – Sydney
You have a free day to explore on your
own. Why not visit the beautiful Hunter
Valley Gardens. Spanning over 24 hectares
and with eight kilometres of carefully
constructed pathways, you can explore
each magical themed garden at your
leisure and marvel at the number of plant
species on glorious display (own expense).
Alternatively, drop into a café for a bite to
eat in the Hunter Valley Gardens Village.
This afternoon rejoin your coach and
Driver Guide for your return to Sydney,
where your Aussie Adventure concludes.
Kangaroo Island Escape | 2 days | code: KI2CC
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Kangaroo Island
Highlights
•Wild & beautiful Kangaroo Island
•Sheep shearing demonstration
•Visit a eucalyptus distillery
•Sea lions at Seal Bay
•Thrilling sandboarding ride
•Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary
•Wander around Remarkable Rocks
•Discover Admirals Arch
•Get up close to native wildlife
group experience
Departs Mon, Wed, Thu
& Sat (Apr & Nov), Mon, Thu
& Sat (May-Oct) and Daily
(Dec-Mar) 6.45am. Subject
to minimum numbers
Returns 10.40pm approx.
Dormitory
$445 adult
Private
$463 adult $403 child*
*Child age is 3-14 years
Day 1: Adelaide – Kangaroo Island
Take in the rolling hills and coastline of the
Fleurieu Peninsula to Cape Jervis. Board the
SeaLink ferry to Kangaroo Island. On arrival
in Penneshaw meet your Driver Guide.
At Rob’s Sheep Shearing enjoy a shearing
demonstration by a real Aussie character.
Next stop is Pennington Bay, a spectacular
beach. Continue to Emu Ridge Eucalyptus
Distillery, the only commercial eucalyptus
distillery in South Australia. Visit Seal Bay to
get up close to Australian Sea lions frolicking
on this stunning beach. At Little Sahara
explore the white sand dunes and test your
skills at sand boarding. At Vivonne Bay Lodge
tonight, enjoy free time before our BBQ
dinner. There’s the option to kayak on the
Harriet River, swim at Vivonne Bay Beach,
take a self-guided walk through property
tracks or go trail bike riding. Hotel: Vivonne Bay
Lodge (Dormitory, shared facilities) or (Private
room, shared facilities), Kangaroo Island. L D
Day 2: Kangaroo Island –
Farewell from Adelaide
After breakfast get up close to more wildlife
at Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary. Search
for koalas nestled up in the eucalypts, as
kangaroos graze the open fields. Continue
onto Flinders Chase National Park and
be amazed by Remarkable Rocks; granite
boulders sculptured by nature. At Admirals
Arch see New Zealand fur seals frolic.
Enjoy a delicious BBQ lunch at the Flinders
Chase Visitor Centre. Head to the ‘secret’
beach of Stokes Bay and take a walk at
Ironstone Hill to find wallabies and admire
the view to the mainland. We head back to
Penneshaw, with time to purchase dinner
(own expense) before the return journey
to Adelaide by Ferry and coach. B L
As this Aussie Adventure concludes after
10.40pm, accommodation will need to be
Sydney & the Blue Mountains | 4 days | code: SS11
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Sydney Harbour Bridge
Highlights
Departs
Daily
•Sydney Harbour lunch cruise
•Manly and Bondi Beaches
•The Blue Mountains
•Featherdale Wildlife Park
Prices
Standard R
Superior S
Concludes
Morning of day 4
$ Adult Twin
low
high
$ Child
low
high
935
748
765
765
1115
612
$ Single*
low
high
612
1129
892
1129
1469
1825
Low season: 01 Apr 2016 – 30 Sep 2016 & 18 Dec 2016 – 31 Jan 2017. High season: 01 Oct 2016 – 17
Dec 2016 & 01 Feb 2017 – 31 Mar 2017. All prices are per person, land only. *Single traveller must pay
the single price.
Day 1: Welcome to Sydney
On arrival at Sydney Airport you will
be transferred to your hotel (flights
anytime). The rest of the day is at
leisure. Perhaps take a stroll through
the historic Rocks and Circular Quay. Or
take a walk to the Sydney Opera House
and relax in a concourse café. Hotel:
Vibe Hotel (R) or Four Points by Sheraton
Darling Harbour (S), Sydney, 3 nights.
Day 2: Sydney Sights &
Harbour Cruise Lunch
This morning cross the Sydney Harbour
Bridge and pause at Milsons Point for
fabulous views of the city. Stop at North
Head for a panorama of Sydney Harbour
and beyond. Then feel the sand between
your toes on Manly Beach. Return to the
city for a buffet luncheon cruise on Sydney
Harbour. This afternoon tour Sydney and see
the Opera House, Royal Botanic Gardens and
Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair. Finish your day with
a visit to famous Bondi Beach, where you’ll
Short
Breaks
have time to wander along the shoreline and
dip your toes in the clear cool water. B L
Day 3: Blue Mountains & Wildlife Park
Head west to the iconic Blue Mountains.
From Echo Point be treated to a spectacular
view of the famous Three Sisters. At Scenic
World enjoy 360° views of the Jamison
Valley. To ride the Scenic Railway, the world’s
steepest incline railway, the Cableway and
Skyway, why not purchase the Unlimited
Discovery Pass? Ask us for details. Next
stop is picturesque Leura, famous for
its antique shops and Candy Store. Next
stop at Featherdale Wildlife Park. Pat a
cuddly koala and see kangaroos, crocodiles,
goannas and possums. Why not take an
optional cruise down the Parramatta River
to Sydney Harbour. Ask us for details. B
Day 4: Farewell from Sydney
Your short break concludes this morning
after breakfast. You’ll be transferred
to Sydney Airport for your onward
flight (flights anytime). B
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The Twelve Apostles
Highlights
•Melbourne city sights tour
•Native Australian animals
•Little Penguins on Phillip Island
•The Twelve Apostles
Prices
Standard R
Superior S
Departs
Daily
Concludes
Morning of day 4
$ Adult Twin
$ Child
$ Single*
775
825
620
660
1055
1135
All prices are per person, land only. *Single traveller must pay the single price.
Day 1: Welcome to Melbourne
On arrival at Melbourne Airport you will be
transferred to your hotel (flights anytime).
The rest of the day is yours to enjoy at
leisure. Hotel: Mercure Welcome (R) or
Crowne Plaza (S), Melbourne, 3 nights.
famous Great Ocean Road. See the quaint
coastal towns of Lorne and Wye River,
spectacular Cape Patton, and the beautiful
white sandy beaches of Apollo Bay. Drive
through lush tree-fern gullies and towering
mountain-ash rainforests of Otway National
Park. The splendour of the approaching
Day 2: Melbourne Sights & Penguin Parade
Twelve Apostles is breathtaking. These
Experience cosmopolitan Melbourne. See
incredible limestone rock formations up to
Parliament House, Queen Victoria Market
45 metres high are the result of 20 million
and the Royal Botanic Gardens. Travel to the
years of erosion. From the cliff top viewing
Maru Koala & Animal Park to get up close
area absorb the grandeur of this iconic
to koalas, kangaroos, Tasmanian Devils and
site. Enjoy the amazing shipwreck story
other native animals. View the Nobbies rock
of survival of the Loch Ard and visit its
formations overlooking the treacherous Bass
famous Gorge and Razorback Lookout. Visit
Strait. Next stop are the Little Penguins on
the rock known as London Bridge, parts of
Phillip Island. Head down to Summerland
which have collapsed in recent years. Top
Beach and as the sun sets the penguins
off this highlight day with a break at the
emerge from the sea and waddle across
little seaside village of Port Campbell. B
the sand to their dune burrows. Upgrade to
Day 4: Farewell from Melbourne
the Penguin Parade Viewing Platform for
a premium position. Ask us for details. B
Your short break concludes this
morning after breakfast. You’ll be
Day 3: Great Ocean Road
transferred to Melbourne Airport for
Admire panoramic views of the Melbourne
your onward flight (flights anytime). B
city skyline before travelling along Victoria’s
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Seal Bay Conservation Park
Highlights
•Barossa food & wine
•Explore Seal Bay Conservation Park
•Wander around Remarkable Rocks
•View Admirals Arch Fur Seals
Prices
Standard R
Superior S
Departs
Daily
Concludes
Morning of day 5
$ Adult Twin
$ Child
$ Single*
1125
1195
775
839
1515
1735
All prices are per person, land only. *Single traveller must pay the single price. †Sunday, Monday &
Thursday departures operate to an alternative itinerary on Day 2. Please ask for details.
Day 1: Welcome to Adelaide
On arrival at Adelaide Airport you will be
transferred to your hotel (flights to arrive
prior to 9.00pm). The rest of the day is at
leisure. Hotel: The Chifley on South Terrace
(R) or Stamford Plaza (S), Adelaide, 2 nights.
Day 2: The Barossa
(Sat, Tue, Wed & Fri departures†)
Travel to the Barossa, South Australia’s
premium wine region. Your first stop is
TeAro Estate for wine tastings and morning
tea. At Kellermeister sample their wines
and crisp apple cider. Next stop is Maggie
Beer’s Farm Shop (seasonal) for tastings
and shopping. At Wolf Blass Visitors Centre
enjoy more tastings. Our last tasting stop
is for lunch at Saltram Wine Estate. B L
Day 3: Adelaide – Kangaroo Island
Sightsee to Cape Jervis then board the
ferry to Kangaroo Island. Visit Clifford’s
Honey Farm for an informative talk with the
beekeeper and the chance to sample honey
ice-cream. At Vivonne Bay Bistro enjoy a
delicious two-course lunch. Walk among the
nation’s most accessible colony of sea lions
with a local guide at the popular Seal Bay
Conservation Park. Your last stop is Kingscote
to see the daily pelican feeding. Hotel: Aurora
Ozone Hotel, Executive Room (R) or Executive
Seaview Room (S), Kangaroo Island. B L
Day 4: Kangaroo Island – Adelaide
Our first stop is the Emu Ridge Eucalyptus
Distillery. Visit the Kangaroo Island Wildlife
Park to feed kangaroos. See koalas at Hanson
Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, and then enjoy a twocourse lunch at Kangaroo Island Wilderness
Retreat. Later, walk around the Remarkable
Rocks and continue to Admirals Arch to
see playful New Zealand fur seals resting
on the rocks below. Return to Adelaide late
evening. Hotel: The Chifley on South Terrace
(R) or Stamford Plaza (S), Adelaide. B L
Your short break concludes this morning.
You’ll be transferred to Adelaide Airport for
your onward flight (flights anytime). B
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Tours
Got a day or half day to spare? Add-on an AAT Kings Day Tour.
Choose tours in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Alice Springs,
the Red Centre, the Top End, Perth or Cairns. See the must-see
sights, learn about a specific destination’s history and culture.
We also offer free hotel pick-ups, so all you need do is relax.
To see our full range of Day Tours visit aatkings.com/daytours
Red Centre
• Journey deep into
Kings Canyon &
Watarrka National Park in
Outback Panoramas the Aussie outback
$225 adult
$113 child
$155*adult
$78*child
Full day | Code: Y19
Departs Daily 4.00am (Oct-Mar)
and 4.45am (Apr-Sep) Concludes 5.oopm (Oct-Mar) and
5.3opm (Apr-Sep) approximately
• Hike up the rim of
Kings Canyon
• See the mysterious
‘domed city’
• Walk along the creek bed
Kata Tjuta Valley
of the Winds
• See a Kata Tjuta sunrise
• Explore the domes of
Kata Tjuta
• Valley of the Winds
lookouts
• Light breakfast included
Half day | Code: Y50
Departs Daily 90 minutes
prior to sunrise Concludes
$99 adult
$50 child
• Visit the School of the Air
• History of Alice at the
Telegraph Station
• Explore the Royal Flying
Half day | Code: A3
Doctor Service
Departs Daily (Apr-Nov & Mar) and
Mon, Thu & Sat (Dec-Feb) 2.00pm • Encounter crocodiles and
thorny devils
from Alice Springs Concludes
• Vistas over Alice Springs
$129 adult
$78 child
• Admire the rugged West
MacDonnell Ranges
• See Magical Angkerle
• Visit Ellery Creek Big Hole
• Experience the Ochre Pits
• Explore Ormiston Gorge
• Discover stunning Glen
Helen and Simpsons Gap
West MacDonnell
Ranges
Full day | Code: A8
Departs
Daily 8.00am from Alice Springs Concludes
Top End & Darwin
Kakadu National
Park Explorer
$250 adult
$125 child
Ultimate
Indigenous Uluru
• Local Aboriginal Guide
• See an Uluru sunset
• Lungkata or Mutitjulu
Walk at the base of Uluru
• Learn from local
Traditional Owners
• ^Add on Uluru BBQ
Half day | Code: Y11/ Y11B^
Departs
Y11B Daily 75 minutes prior to sunset Y11
*
*
$69 adult $205 adult Concludes 30 minutes after
$35*child $103*child sunset approximately
Half day | Code: Y99/ Y99B^
Departs Daily 3.o0pm (Apr-Oct)
and 3.30pm (Nov-Mar)
Y99
Y99B Concludes 30 minutes after
$139*adult $275*adult
$70*child $138*child sunset approximately
A Town
Like Alice
Full day | Code: D4
Departs
Daily 6.30am from Darwin
Concludes
Katherine Gorge
Cruise & Edith Falls
Full day | Code: D11
Departs Mon, Wed & Sat
6.30am from Darwin
Concludes
• Visit Uluru – Kata Tjuta
National Park
• Discover Anangu culture
• See an Uluru sunset
• Delight at Uluru’s
changing colour
• Enjoy sparkling wine
• ^Add on Uluru BBQ
*Plus government charge: $25 ADULT & $12.50 CHILD National Park Entry Fee. See page 90 >
Alice Springs
$250*adult
$125*child
Uluru
Sunset
• Experience this amazing
World Heritage Site
• Discover Aboriginal rock
art at Nourlangie
• Admire the birdlife of
Kakadu wetlands
• Spot crocodiles on the
Yellow Water Cruise
• Breathtaking cruise on
Katherine Gorge
• Visit Adelaide River
War Memorial
• Swim at Edith Falls
• Feel the spirit of the
Jawoyn people through
their rock art at Nitmiluk
Palm Valley Outback
Safari by 4WD
$159 adult
$80 child
$75 adult
$38 child
$179adult
$90 child
$95 adult
$48 child
Full day | Code: A5
Departs Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat &
Sun (Apr-Nov & Mar) 7.30am from
Alice Springs Concludes
• 4WD the rugged
Australian outback
• View pinnacles, gorges,
and an oasis of rock pools
& palm trees
• Drive along the Finke River
• Visit an historic
Aboriginal community
Nocturnal Animal
Discovery
• Explore the desert
under starlight
• Discover native animals
• Use a fun red headlamp
Half day | Code: A4
to spot them
Departs
Mon-Fri 7.00pm from Alice Springs • Enjoy commentary by
local experts & learn
Concludes
about endangered species
Litchfield National
Park Waterfalls
• Marvel at falls,
rainforest & historic sites
• Visit Batchelor
• See termite mounds
• Swim at Florence Falls
• Take an interpretive bush
and vine-forest walk
• Swim at Wangi Falls
Darwin
City Sights
• Learn about Darwin’s
colourful history
• Stroll the Botanic Gardens
• See famous landmarks
and sites
• Explore the Museum
& Art Gallery of the
Northern Territory
Full day | Code: D5
Departs
Daily 7.15am from Darwin Concludes
Half day | Code: D2
Departs
Daily 12.45pm from Darwin
Concludes
*Plus government charge: $40 (Apr-Oct) & $25 (Nov-Mar) ADULT and $20 (Apr-Oct) & $12.5o (Nov-Mar) CHILD National Park Entry Fee. See page 90 >
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Sydney
$150 adult
$75 child
$42 adult
$20 child
Blue Mountains &
Australian Wildlife
Full day | Code: J15
Departs
Daily 8.00am
Concludes
Sydney Sightseeing
Half day | Code: J4
Departs Daily 9.00am & 2.00pm
(pick-ups from Vibe Hotel,
YHA Central, King Street Wharf,
Circular Quay) Concludes 3 V hours later
approximately
Melbourne
Great Ocean Road
& Twelve Apostles
$165 adult
$83 child
$69 adult
$35 child
Cairns
Full day | Code: K4
Departs Daily 8.00am
from Federation Square Concludes
Magnificent
Melbourne Tour
Half day | Code: K1
from Federation Square Concludes
Kuranda, Skyrail
& Tjapukai
Full day | Code: KQST/PKQST
Departs Daily 8.15-9.00am
from Cairns or Port Douglas KQST
PKQST
$208 adult $222 adult Concludes 4.50pm in Cairns or
$111 child $119 child 5.20pm in Port Douglas approx.
• Take in spectacular views
from Echo Point
• Breathtaking panoramic
vistas
• Admire the Three Sisters
• Discover Leura Village
• Explore Featherdale
Wildlife Park
• Enjoy stunning views
from our double-decker
see-through roof coach
• Walk across the Bridge
• Visit Woolloomooloo,
Hyde Park, Darling
Harbour & the Rocks
• See the Opera House
• One of the world’s great
coastal drives
• See seaside Apollo Bay
• View the Twelve Apostles
• Marvel at Loch Ard Gorge
& collapsed London Bridge
• Wander through Port
Campbell shops & galleries
• Australia’s architectural
& shopping capital
• Stroll the Botanic Gardens
• See Captain Cook’s
Cottage in Fitzroy Gardens
• Shrine of Remembrance
• Pass famous sports venues
• Amazing views of the city
• Ride the Scenic Railway to
Freshwater Station
• Ride the Skyrail Cableway
• Visit Kuranda, and its
famous markets.
• Visit Tjapukai Aboriginal
Cultural Park
• Learn Dreamtime legends
Cape Tribulation
& Daintree
$203 adult
$130 child
• Travel through some of
world’s oldest rainforest
• Enjoy morning tea at the
Mossman Gorge Centre &
Full day | Code: CTR
a rainforest tropical lunch
Departs Daily 6.45am from Cairns
• See Cape Tribulation Beach
or 7.45am Port Douglas • Cruise the Daintree River
Concludes 7.00pm in Cairns or
• See native fauna & flora
6.00pm in Port Douglas approx.
Adelaide
Kangaroo Island
Experience
Scenic coastal drive
Sea-lion guided walk
2 course lunch in the bush
See koalas in their natural
habitat at Hanson Bay
Wildlife Sanctuary
• Marvel at Remarkable
Rocks & Admirals Arch
$275 adult
$176 child
$137 adult
$76 child
• Morning tea, tour &
tastings at Jacob’s Creek
• Spectacular Barossa views
• Saltram Wine Estate
Full day | Code: AS10
• 2 course lunch & tastings
Departs Mon, Tue & Fri 9.15am
at the Company Kitchen
from Adelaide Central Bus
• See the Herbig Family Tree
Station or selected Adelaide
Hotels Concludes 5.15pm at ACBS • Arts & crafts in Hahndorf
$215 adult
$120 child
Barossa &
Hahndorf Highlights 4WD Pinnacles,
Koalas & Sand Dunes
Full day | Code: P4L
Departs
Daily 8.00am Concludes
$189 adult
$95 child
• See koalas & kangaroos
up-close in Caversham
Wildlife Park
• Enjoy lobster for lunch
• Stroll through Pinnacles
Desert in Nambung
National Park
• 4WD on sand dunes
• See stunning Hunter
Valley vistas
• Tour Hope Estate
• Enjoy a Hunter Resort
platter lunch & wines
• Visit McGuigan Wines
• Explore Hunter Valley
Gardens Village
Port Stephens
Dolphins & Dunes
• Cross the Harbour Bridge
• Travel through the
Hawkesbury Ranges
• Visit Australian Reptile Park
• Visit Port Stephens
• Watch wild dolphins
• Be thrilled dune
sandboarding
Full day | Code: J14
Departs
Tue, Fri & Sun 8.00am Concludes
Full day | Code: J86S
Departs
Mon, Wed & Sat 8.00am Concludes
Phillip Island: Penguins
Kangaroos & Koalas
$160 adult
$80 child
• Get up-close to koalas
& kangaroos
• View sandy beaches
& rocky shores
Full day | Code: K10
• See the Nobbies rocks
Departs Daily 1.15pm
• Witness the magical
from Federation Square Penguin Parade as they
Concludes 9.30-10.30pm (Apr-Sep)
return to their burrows
10.30-11.30pm (Oct-Mar)
Puffing Billy Steam
Train & Wine
Country in Style
$165 adult
$83 child
• See the Dandenongs
• Enjoy Aussie Billy Tea
• Hand-feed the birds at
Grants on Sherbrooke
• Ride Puffing Billy
• Tastings at famous
Rochford Wines
• Visit two more wineries
Outer Great Barrier
Reef Cruise
• Cruise the Reef on a
high-speed catamaran
• Enjoy a reef presentation
by a marine naturalist
• View sealife from a
semi-submersible craft
• Go snorkelling
• Savour a buffet lunch
Daintree
Walkabout
• Take Ngadiku Aboriginal
Dreamtime Gorge Walk
• Experience a traditional
‘smoking ceremony’
• Interpretive rainforest walk
• Learn bush skills
• Explore Mossman Gorge
• Cruise the Daintree River
Full day | Code: K35
Departs Mon, Wed, Fri & Sun
8.20am from Federation Square Concludes 5.30pm approximately
Full day | Code: CRMC/PGBR
from Cairns or Port Douglas
CRMC
PGBR
$210 adult $252 adult Concludes 5.30pm in Cairns
$105 child $130 child or Port Douglas approx.
$203 adult
$130 child
Full day | Code: DWA
Departs Mon, Wed, Fri & Sat
7.00am from Cairns Concludes
Barossa Food
& Wine Experience
•
•
•
•
Full day | Code: HTCC
Departs Daily 6.45am from
Adelaide Central Bus Station
or selected Adelaide Hotels Concludes 10.40pm at ACBS
Perth
$189 adult
$95 child
Hunter Valley Harvest
Wine Experience
$139adult
$88 child
$66 adult
$34 child
$215adult
$120 child
• See the Adelaide Hills
• Morning tea & wine
tastings at TeAro Estate
• Tastings at Kellermeister
Full day | Code: AS2
• Visit Maggie Beer
Departs Wed, Thu, Sat & Sun
• Lunch at Wolf Blass
9.15am from Adelaide Central
• Saltram Wine history
Bus Station or selected Adelaide
Hotels Concludes 5.15pm at ACBS • Pindarie Cellar Door stop
Adelaide
City Highlights
• Adelaide must-see sights
& cultural precinct
• Historic North Adelaide
• Visit St. Peters Cathedral
or Adelaide Oval
• Morning Tea at Haigh’s
Chocolates (Sundays &
Public Holidays excepted)
Margaret River
& Fossil Caves
•
•
•
•
•
Half day | Code: AS14
Departs Daily 9.15am from
Adelaide Central Bus Station or
selected Adelaide Hotels Concludes 12.15pm at ACBS
Full day | Code: P7L
Departs Daily (Apr & Sep-Mar)
or Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri & Sat
(May-Aug ) 8.00am Concludes
Visit Busselton Jetty.
Tasting at a local winery
Lunch at a brewery
Tour Mammoth Cave
See Cape Leeuwin
Lighthouse
• Free time to stroll
Margaret River township
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The 12 Apostles Lodge Walk | 4 days | code: GORW
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The Twelve Apostles Lodge Walk
Highlights
Departs
Approximately every three
days. Please ask us for dates.
•Twelve Apostles helicopter flight
•World-class hiking
•Travel the Great Ocean Road
•Luxury small group experience
Prices
Superior
Fitness Level: Moderate
Walk up to 15 kms daily
$ Adult Twin
Low
High
1995
2195
$ Single*
Low
High
1995
2195
Low season: 01 Sep 2015 – 30 Sep 2015, 01 Dec 2015 – 28 Feb 2016 & 01 May 2016 – 31 May 2016. High
season: 01 Oct 2015 – 30 Nov 2015, 01 Mar 2016 – 30 Apr 2016. All prices are per person, land only.
*Single traveller must pay the single price. Single room at Twelve Apostles Lodge has shared facilities.
Inspiring
Journeys
As this Inspiring Journey departs at
before an ascent of 138 steps. The trail
continues with views of the coast to both
Cape Volney and Cape Otway. B L D
Day 1: Melbourne – Twelve Apostles Lodge
The Twelve Apostles Lodge Walk uncovers
the last half of the coastal trail known as
the Great Ocean Walk and is complemented
by three nights of eco-chic pampering
at Twelve Apostles Lodge. Travel to the
Lodge for a briefing and gear fit-out before
commencing the 11km walk at Castle Cove.
The afternoon begins amongst tea-trees
with stunning ocean vistas before entering
an enchanting grass tree forest. Continue
to Johanna Beach for a 2km soft sand walk
followed by a stroll back to the Lodge.
Hotel: Twelve Apostles Lodge, 3 nights. L D
Day 3: Moonlight Head – Princetown
Meander through native forest before
opening on to the Gables lookout, then
enjoy lunch with views of the Apostles
in the distance. Stunning coastal
views to the west get you through the
afternoon as we walk to Gellibrand
lookout. The walk ends with a swim at
Princetown (weather dependent). B L D
Day 2: Johanna Beach – Moonlight Head
Today you’ll be rewarded with the
most visually spectacular and isolated
sections of the Great Ocean Road. Walk to
beautiful Milanesia Beach. After a beach
stroll, take a trail dissected by gullies
Day 4: Princetown – the Twelve
Apostles – Melbourne
Start a walk that will see the Apostles
emerge as the trail rises and falls along
the coastline. Stop at a lookout exclusive
for walkers and continue to Gibson Steps
– you’ve made it! Now take to the skies on
a helicopter flight for unparalleled views
of this amazing coast, before lunch at Port
Campbell and a transfer to Melbourne. B L
Tassie Trails – Bay of Fires Walk | 4 days | code: BOFW
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Bay of Fires
Highlights
Departs
Daily
Oct 2015-May 2016
•Tamar Valley wine tastings
•Stay in the Bay of Fires
Prices
Superior
$ Adult Twin
Low
High
2299
2475
Low
$ Single*
High
2299
2475
Low season: 01 Oct 2015 – 25 Dec 2015 & 01 Apr 2016 – 17 May 2016. High season: 26 Dec 2015 –
31 Mar 2016. All prices are per person, land only. *Single traveller must pay the single price. Single
room has shared facilities at the lodge.
Day 1: Launceston – Forester Beach Camp
After a gear check and introductions you’ll
journey to Mt. William National Park to
begin your walk at Boulder Point. Lunch in
the company of native birds and marine
artifacts on one of Tassie’s pristine beaches.
Spend this evening in semi-permanent
tents, enjoying an idyllic dinner on the
deck. Hotel: Forester Beach Camp. L D
Day 2: Bay of Fires
Walk south along sand-dunes, with
magnificent views across heathlands and the
ocean. Lunch is at a sheltered cove behind
the dunes near Eddystone Point Lighthouse.
Bask in the secluded beaches and coves that
lead to the Bay of Fires Lodge. This evening
relax at the lodge, where your meals are
accompanied by fine Tasmanian wine and
beer. Hotel: Bay of Fires Lodge, 2 nights. B L D
Day 3: Bay of Fires ‘Free Time’
Experience the many native birds
accompanying the dawn, and if you’re
lucky, watch whales glide down the coast
or dolphins surfing waves. Or you can
sleep in and be woken by the aromas of a
hot-cooked breakfast and freshly brewed
coffee. During the day you can choose
to kayak down the Ansons River and
experience the riparian ecology of this
winding river. Other options include fishing,
snorkelling, exploring the nearby shell
coves or relaxing around the lodge. B L D
Day 4: Bay of Fires – Launceston
There’s time for a morning swim or walk
through eucalypt forests and coastal
heath land. After lunch, your return trip
to Launceston takes you through the
picturesque Pipers Brook wine region,
stopping at Dr. Andrew Pirie’s vineyard.
Your Inspiring Journey concludes in
Launceston this afternoon. B
Tassie Trails – Freycinet Experience Walk | 4 days | code: HFEW
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Wineglass Bay
Highlights
Departs
•Spectacular sea cruise
•Swim at Wineglass Bay
Prices
Superior
Tue & Fri
Nov 2015-Apr 2016
$ Adult Twin
Low
High
2150
2350
Low
2150
$ Single*
High
2350
Low season: 01 Nov 2015 – 24 Dec 2015. High season: 25 Dec 2015 – 30 Apr 2016. All prices are per
person, land only. *Single traveller must pay the single price.
Day 1: Hobart – Freycinet National Park
Depart Hobart for the scenic journey
from Hobart to Coles Bay, taking in wide
panoramas of the Freycinet Peninsula
across Great Oyster Bay. A morning tea
break is taken at the historic Spiky Bridge
near Swansea. On arrival at Coles Bay board
the Naturaliste for a spectacular sea cruise
down the western length of the peninsula
to Schouten Island, the southern-most part
of glorious Freycinet National Park (weather
permitting). After a picnic lunch, walk
up Bear Hill for magnificent views, or go
fishing for flathead in Schouten Passage
with our coxswain Shep. The boat returns
to Coles Bay and you’ll be transferred to
Friendly Beaches Lodge to relax and enjoy a
dinner of fresh fish and fine wine, all to the
rhythm of the waves on Friendly Beaches.
Hotel: Friendly Beaches Lodge, 3 nights. L D
Take a peaceful walk from Bryan’s Beach,
through sclerophyll forests to the renowned
Wineglass Bay. Here you can enjoy a swim
in the crystalline waters before climbing
to the bay’s lookout for spectacular views.
Back at the lodge, you’ll enjoy refreshing
hot showers before drinks and dinner. B L D
Today explore the geology of White
Water Wall and Little Bluestone Bay,
climbing to the bay’s clifftop through
pristine bushland. This headland is home
to native plants including the giant
Xanthorrhoea. Return to the lodge via the
white sands of Friendly Beaches. B L D
Day 4: Freycinet National Park – Hobart
Take an optional walk along the fossil-rich
ridgeline of Mt. Mary to Saltwater Lagoon, a
nesting ground for black swans and pelicans.
After brunch you’ll arrive at Isaac’s Point via
Friendly Beaches for the trip back to Hobart,
where your Inspiring Journey concludes. B L
Why not stay
a little longer?
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Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa
Booking pre and post accommodation is easy
Our special discounted rates make adding days either before or after your holiday both easy
and affordable at selected AAT Kings hotels and resorts. To extend your stay, simply choose
the number of extra nights and ask your travel agent to reserve the additional accommodation
at the time of booking. It couldn’ t be any easier. Prices are per person per night and include
breakfast, or room only where indicated.
Our hotel selection
City
Adelaide
Alice Springs
Ayers Rock
Hotel
Twin
Single
Stamford Plaza
110
220
Chifley on South Terrace
85
143
ibis Styles Alice Springs Oasis Room only
60
120
Aurora Alice Springs (Standard)^ + Room only
66
132
Lasseters Hotel Room only
77
154
DoubleTree by Hilton Room only
65
130
Chifley Alice Springs Resort (River Gum) Room only
105
210
Fremantle
Hobart
Launceston
Twin
Single
Mantra on the Esplanade^ ø
159
284
DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade ^ ø Room only
145
290
Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges
155
280
Wrest Point (Tower)
129
225
Hotel Grand Chancellor (Mountainside)
159
275
The Henry Jones Art Hotel
215
383
Best Western Plus
99
179
Hotel Grand Chancellor
139
244
146
265
135
240
Outback Pioneer Hotel ^ * Room only
180
360
The Sebel
Desert Gardens Hotel^ * Room only
235
470
Mercure Welcome
109
195
Desert Gardens Hotel^ *
290
525
Travelodge Southbank
125
230
Sails in the Desert Hotel ^ * Room only
300
598
Crowne Plaza
135
245
Sails in the Desert Hotel ^ *
355
653
Travelodge
129
234
148
270
Vibe Hotel
115
230
Four Points by Sheraton Darling Harbour
(City Side)†∞
205
410
Four Points by Sheraton Darling Harbour
(Harbour View)†∞
210
420
Novotel‡
Broome
Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa^
233
441
DoubleTree by Hilton
90
180
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
102
187
Hilton Hotel
105
204
Travelodge Mirambeena Resort (Motel) ^ x
Room only
98
196
Travelodge Mirambeena Resort (Standard) ^ x
Room only
115
230
Vibe Hotel^ x
159
287
Mantra on the Esplanade^ ø Room only
125
250
Darwin
Darwin
Hotel
Chifley Alice Springs Resort (Deluxe River Gum)
Brisbane
Cairns
City
#
Melbourne
Perth
Sydney
^ Prices for these hotels are based on High Season. Low Season prices are available on request.
‡Prices for this hotel are based on Monday to Thursday. Other prices are available on request.
* High Season:.....................01 Jun 2016 – 30 Nov 2016
+ High Season:.....................01 Apr 2016 – 31 Oct 2016
#High Season:.....................01 Apr 2016 – 31 May 2016
ø High Season:.....................01 May 2016 – 30 Sep 2016
x High Season:.....................01 Apr 2016 – 30 Sep 2016
∞High Season:.....................01 Oct 2016 – 17 Dec 2016 & 01 Feb 2017 – 31 Mar 2017
† Surcharge applies...........29 Dec 2016 – 02 Jan 2017
Important: Breakfast is not included in pre/post tour accommodation on Northern Territory Short Breaks.
Only AAT Kings clients qualify for the above accommodation and prices. Surcharges may apply.
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Guided Holidays, small group Inspiring Journeys, and flexible Short Breaks. No matter which
way you choose to travel, we’ll bring each destination to life. For more info visit aatkings.com
Best of New Zealand | North & South Islands | 18 days
2 BAY OF ISLANDS
1 1
See the best NZ has to offer, from the sparkling waters of the
Bay of Islands to majestic Milford Sound in the deep South –
this Guided Holiday covers all the regions. Come and explore
this First Choice Guided Holiday and meet new life long friends!
Highlights
•Spectacular Cape Brett
'Hole in the Rock'
•Tour the Waitomo Caves
•Maori Hangi & concert
•Thermal Reserve Rotorua
•Visit Te Papa Museum
•Cruise on Milford Sound
Guided
Holidays
End
•TranzAlpine Train Journey
•View Franz Josef Glacier
•View Mighty Mt. Cook
•Church of the Good
Shepherd
2 ROTORUA
Taupo
Picton
1 WELLINGTON
1 BLENHEIM
PUNAKAIKI 1
•Cruise in Queenstown
•View Franz Josef Glacier
•West Coast Treetop Walk
•Punakaiki Pancake Rocks
•TranzAlpine Train trip
•'Your invited' BBQ lunch
at Morelea Sheep Farm
Greymouth
Hokitika
Kaikoura
TranzAlpine Train
FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER 1 Mt.
Cook 1 2 CHRISTCHURCH
Haast
Milford Sound
1 TWIZEL
2 QUEENSTOWN
TE ANAU 1
1
DUNEDIN
New Zealand Marvel | North & South Islands | 14 days
Highlights
AUCKLAND
Mt. Ruapehu
Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
Time to explore both islands with comfort and
style on this Best Buys Guided Holiday. Explore the
Waitomo Glow Worm Caves, experience a traditional
Hangi & concert and taste regional food and wine.
Guided
Holidays
Waitomo Caves
Start
A
Pa rth
ss ur’
s
Guided
Holidays
AUCKLAND 1
End
Mt. Ruapehu
Taupo
Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
PICTON 1
•Te Papa Museum of
New Zealand
•Agrodome Sheep Show
•Tour the Waitomo
Glow Worm Grotto
2 ROTORUA
Waitomo Caves
Start
Hokitika
FRANZ JOSEF
GLACIER 1
Kaikoura
TranzAlpine Train
Mt.
Cook 1 1
2 CHRISTCHURCH
Haast
Milford Sound
Arthur’s
Pass
1 WELLINGTON
1 OMARAMA
2 QUEENSTOWN
Oamaru
TE ANAU 1
1 DUNEDIN
Essence of New Zealand | North & South Islands | 18 days
A relaxing way to discover the true essence of New Zealand.
More 2 night stays, later coach departures and more experiences.
Ride the TranzAlpine Train, cruise overnight on Milford Sound and
Queen Charlotte Sound and explore the capital city, Wellington.
Highlights
Shepherd
•Visit Larnach Castle
•Overnight on Milford Sound
(seasonal)
•Te Anau Glow Worm Caves
•2 days in Queenstown
AUCKLAND 1
Matamata
2 ROTORUA
Start
End
Taupo
Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
1 NAPIER
Picton
Buller Gorge
•Franz Josef Glacier
•Punakaiki Pancake Rocks
•Te Papa Museum of
New Zealand
•Maori Hangi and concert
•Wai-O-Tapu Thermal
•Te Puia Thermal Valley
PUNAKAIKI 1
Greymouth
Hokitika
FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER 1 Mt.
Cook
Haast
MILFORD SOUND 1
1
2
2 WELLINGTON
NELSON
1 CHRISTCHURCH
OMARAMA
3 QUEENSTOWN
Te Anau
1 DUNEDIN
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2 BAY OF ISLANDS
Guided
Holidays
Northern Spotlight | North Island | 8 days
AUCKLAND 1 1
A short Guided Holiday for those who want to soak up the
Waitomo Caves
culture and friendliness of New Zealand. From the Bay of
Islands to the capital Wellington, this Best Buys Guided
Mt. Ruapehu
Holiday will showcase the must-see icons of the North Island.
Highlights
•Cape Brett ‘Hole in the Rock’
•Day in the Bay of Islands
•See the sights of Auckland
•Waitomo Glow Worm Caves
•Marvel at Te Puia Thermal
Reserve Rotorua
Guided
Holidays
•Maori Hangi and concert
•Agrodome Sheep Show
•See Huka Falls & Lake Taupo
•Sightseeing in Wellington
•Visit Te Papa, the
Museum of New Zealand
Start
End
Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
Start
End
Limited time? But want to see the best parts of the scenic
South Island? Come on a journey to explore the wild west
coast, glaciers, mountain ranges and resorts like Wanaka
& Queenstown. An alpine wonderland not to be missed.
•TranzAlpine Train journey
•Visit a Jade Factory
•Franz Josef Glacier Tour
•Haast River Safari
jetboat ride
•Historic Arrowtown
Inspiring
Journeys
•2 days in Queenstown
•View mighty Mt. Cook
Shepherd
The Long White Cloud | Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
Arthur’s
Hokitika Pass
Te Anau
2
North & South Islands | 22 days
Highlights
Short
Breaks
AUCKLAND
1 1
COROMANDEL
1 RANGES
2 ROTORUA
Waitomo
1 TAUPO
Caves
Mt. Ruapehu
Picton
A
Pa rth
ss ur
’s
2 WELLINGTON
•Church of the Good Shepherd
Hokitika
FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER 1
•View Mt. Cook
1 2
Lake
1 Tekapo
Arrowtown
•Rotorua thermal wonders
MT.COOK
MILFORD SOUND 1
3 QUEENSTOWN
•Famous Waitomo Caves
Te Anau
Lindis
Pass
•Bay of Islands and Russell
Bluff
STEWART
•Small group experience
ISLAND
Kaikoura
TranzAlpine Train
CHRISTCHURCH
Start
End
Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
2
Start
End
Overnight stays
Sightseeing stops
Challenged for time? Maybe fit in one of our many New Zealand
Short Breaks. Departing any day of the week, this flexible holiday
will showcase picturesque Queenstown and the garden city of
Christchurch. A great mix of history, vistas and adventure.
•Christchurch Double
Decker Bus Tour
•Sample local New
Zealand wine & cheese
•See glorious Lake Taupo
•See the iconic Church
of the Good Shepherd
BAY OF
ISLANDS
PUNAKAIKI 1
The Alpine Adventure | South Island | 6 days
Highlights
TranzAlpine
FRANZ
Train
JOSEF 2 Mt.
GLACIER
Cook 1 1
Haast
CHRISTCHURCH
WANAKA 1
Lake
Tekapo
Milford
3 Arrowtown
Sound
QUEENSTOWN
With so many experiences, this small group holiday is one not to miss.
Guaranteed to show you all the best places in NZ – some off the beaten
track. See the must-see sights, food, wine, culture, even a thrill or two with
jet boating, bungy and scenic flights over mountains, glaciers and fiords.
•Ride the TranzAlpine Train
•Punakaiki Rocks & Blowholes
•See Franz Josef Glacier
•Arrowtown and Queenstown
•View Lake Te Anau
•Marvel at Milford Sound
•Wild Stewart Island
Taupo
1 WELLINGTON
Southern Icons | South Island | 9 days
Highlights
2 ROTORUA
MT.
COOK 1
•Stay at spectacular
Mt. Cook
•Enjoy a 3 course
lunch at the famous
Hermitage Hotel
•Explore adventure
capital Queenstown
2
CHRISTCHURCH
1
Cromwell
QUEENSTOWN
90
Booking Conditions
All references to Tours in these booking conditions refer to all Guided
Holidays, Short Breaks, Day Tours, Inspiring Journeys and Aussie
Adventures.
To confirm your reservation, a non-refundable deposit of $200 per person
per tour is required for Guided Holidays. Reservations will be held for 7
days only without deposit. (This payment is in addition to any deposit
required by your travel agent). Once your deposit has been received,
AAT Kings will send your travel agent or yourself (if you’ve booked direct
with AAT Kings) confirmation of the details of the booking. All airfares
are subject to strict ticketing deadlines, to be advised at the time of
booking. Balance of payment for your holiday is to be paid 45 days prior
to departure or within 72 hours of booking if less than 45 days but more
than 8 days prior to departure, or at the time of booking if less than 7
days prior to departure. The operator reserves the right to re-sell seats in
place of applicants failing to finalise payment within the prescribed time.
Before you book
The information presented in the 16/17 brochure or on our website was
to the best of our knowledge correct at the time of publication. However,
changes beyond our control may have occurred since then with respect
to prices, itineraries, duration of holidays, standard of services and tour
content. Surcharges may apply. Please check with your travel agent or
your AAT Kings direct reservations consultant to ascertain if there are any
alterations to the holiday you select before you book. Every effort is made
to ensure brochure accuracy at the time of going to press and posting on
our website. However AAT Kings cannot be held responsible for printing
or typographical errors, or errors arising from unforeseen circumstances.
Departure Guarantee
Occasionally airlines and tour operators are forced to reschedule
departure dates. At AAT Kings we appreciate the inconvenience this
may cause you. Therefore, we guarantee no Guided Holiday will be
rescheduled within 45 days of the published departure date.
Prices and Concessions
Prices are quoted in Australian Dollars, include GST and compulsory taxes
where applicable and supersede all prices previously advertised. Please check
the exact price of your tour at the time of paying balance. Airfares are based
on the most direct route and are subject to class availability and any new
Government taxes. Group concessions for ten or more adults are available.
Rail prices are subject to change from time to time. All prices are valid subject
to Government, hotel, fuel surcharges and currency fluctuations.
Young Traveller Discount: Children 2 to 15 years of age are entitled to
the child price on V Day and 1 Day Tours as well as on Short Breaks that
include overnight accommodation (tent/hotel) when sharing with at
least one adult (unless stipulated otherwise). Only one Young Traveller
Discount is applicable per room. Infants up to and including 1 year old
are free of charge.
Children 5 to 15 years are entitled to the child discount off the adult coach
content price on First Choice or Best Buys Guided Holidays plus relevant
air, rail or sea price (unless stipulated otherwise).
Concession Card Holders: Prices apply to all Australian and New Zealand
pensioners and Seniors Card holders (refer to each price box for discount
amount); however discounted rail prices are only available where Australian
Pensioner Concession Card is produced.
Promotional Discounts
Promotional Discounts apply only to Guided Holidays, Short Breaks and Day
Tours operated by AAT Kings. They apply to the land content portion and
exclude pre/post accommodation, tours incorporating rail or cruise or 3rd
party operated tours. They are based on availability and seasonal blackout
dates may apply.
Reservations & Payments
Credit Card Payments: A fee of 1% will be applied at the time of payment.
Solo Travellers
If you are travelling alone on a First Choice or Best Buys Guided Holiday
operated by AAT Kings and do not wish to pay the single supplement,
AAT Kings will ensure that you share a room with a person of the same
gender. If we fail to match you, we’ll provide the single room at no extra
cost. Please request at time of booking.
Triple Rooms
In triple share rooms, the third bed may be a ‘foldaway’, ‘sofa bed’ or
‘rollaway’.
Cancellations
AAT Kings Guided Holidays, Short Breaks,
Inspiring Journeys & Aussie Adventures
PERIOD OF NOTICE 45 or more days 44-22 days 21-8 days 7-1 days Day of departure CANCELLATION FEE
Loss of deposit
27.5% of tour price
33% of tour price
55% of tour price
100% of tour price
Wilderness Challenge – 7 Day Cape York Frontier
& 9 Day Gulf Savannah Wanderer
PERIOD OF NOTICE 60-30 days
29-14 days
Less than 14 days or no show CANCELLATION FEE
25% of tour price
50% of tour price
100% of tour price
Princess Cruises
PERIOD OF NOTICE CANCELLATION FEE
75 days or more
Loss of deposit*
74-0 days
100% of cruise price
*The deposit is a percentage of the cruise fare. It is different for every
cruise and every fare/cabin type. Final payment is due 90 days prior to
departure or at time of booking if within 90 days of departure.
Bay of Fires Walk
PERIOD OF NOTICE 60 days or more 59-21 days Less than 21 days or no show Freycinet Experience Walk
PERIOD OF NOTICE 21 days Less than 21 days or no show CANCELLATION FEE
AUD$200 per person
AUD$350 per person
100% of tour price
CANCELLATION FEE
Loss of Deposit
100% of tour price
Twelve Apostles Lodge Walk
60 days or more Loss of Deposit
59-30 days 50% of total fare or deposit,
whichever is greater
Less than 30 days or no show 100% of tour price
AAT Kings Day Tours & Aussie Adventures (day tours)
PERIOD OF NOTICE Less than 6 days Within 24 hours or no show
CANCELLATION FEE
50% of tour price
100% of tour price
Outback Aussie Tours
60 or more days Loss of deposit
59-46 days 50% of tour price
Transferring to another date is treated as a cancellation and therefore
cancellation fees will apply. Cancellations must be advised in writing.
Any cancellation of additional services booked prior to and after your
tour booking, such as pre/post accommodation and transfers, that are
cancelled within 14 days of tour departure incur a 100% cancellation fee.
These cancellation fees are in addition to any cancellation fees that may
be charged by your travel agent.
Amendments
AAT Kings Guided Holidays, Short Breaks, Inspiring Journeys and Aussie
Adventures: a fee of $55 per person will be charged for any change made to a
reservation after the booking has been confirmed unless the change increases
the value of the booking. A change of tour date and/or itinerary within 45 days
of tour departure will be treated as a cancellation and normal cancellation fees
will apply except when the change is to an earlier departure date of equivalent
or greater value in which case the amendment fee will be charged.
Airfares: Tickets are issued on your airfares on receipt of full payment.
Once ticketed, these airfares are non-refundable as per airline conditions.
Any amendments to these flights may incur a fee. These airfares are not
available outside Australia and New Zealand.
Illness or Absenteeism
In the event of your withdrawal from a tour after commencement for
reasons of illness, you must obtain a medical certificate in support of
any insurance claim. We regret that no refunds can be made for absences
from a tour, including but not limited to missed meals or sightseeing. AAT
Kings make no representation or guarantees concerning reimbursements
of funds paid by you under any insurance claim.
Internet Airfares
Please note that AAT Kings will not incur any liability for airfares
purchased by travel agents or clients via the internet. In the unlikely event
that a tour is cancelled, AAT Kings cannot be held responsible for airfare
conditions when the airfare is purchased via the internet. All such risk,
loss and expense must be borne by the travel agent or client.
Tour Participation, Exclusion and Release
Children under five (5) years of age are ineligible for Guided Holidays.
Children under eighteen (18) years of age must be accompanied by an
adult. Clients with disabilities are welcome on AAT Kings tours provided
they are accompanied by an able-bodied companion and do not require
special assistance from AAT Kings personnel. You must advise AAT Kings
at the time of booking if you are affected by any condition, medical or
otherwise, that may affect your enjoyment of the tour or its enjoyment
by others. Failure to do so may result in the termination of your travel
arrangements without any liability on the part of AAT Kings.
AAT Kings reserves the right at its discretion to exclude from a tour, or to
terminate the travel arrangements during the course of the tour without
refund, of anyone who:
• is unable to cope with the requirements of coach travel – this includes
embarking and disembarking 4-6 steps that are approximately
30 centimetres high, at each stop of the coach, which on some tours is
at least 8 times per day
• who may need services or facilities that are not available
• fails to comply with the reasonable instructions of AAT Kings personnel
• engages in illegal or undesirable behaviour or interferes with the
enjoyment of or jeopardises the safety of other participants
Anyone so excluded will be required to disembark at a safe public
location, transport from which will be wholly their responsibility.
You agree that AAT Kings is released from all liability for, and you
agree not to hold AAT Kings responsible for, termination of your travel
arrangements in accordance with the previous condition, or any decision
made by AAT Kings or by any service provider who refuses to provide you
with special accommodation facilities or services that are not available or
who refuses to carry you by reason of any disability or medical condition.
You agree that our AAT Kings Travel Directors or Representatives may take
photographs and films of you while you are on holiday and that these may
be used in our Group brochures and/or advertising or publicity material
or online without obtaining any further consent or payment in respect
of such photographs and/or films.
Travel Insurance
Clients are strongly advised to take out travel insurance to cover any
unforeseen circumstances (e.g. cancellation or curtailment expenses,
loss of luggage etc). Your licensed travel agent or AAT Kings direct
reservations consultant will be pleased to assist with your requirements.
Guided Holiday Inclusions
Transportation, entrance fees and boat cruises as per itinerary, services
of a Travel Director and/or Driver Guide, meals as specified, travel wallet
and map. Accommodation on a share twin room basis (unless otherwise
specified). Subject to a minimum number of clients. AAT Kings reserves
the right to operate this touring on a smaller vehicle with a Driver Guide.
Special Meals
Please advise AAT Kings of any special dietary requirements at least 14
days before departure. Note that this will be on a request basis only, as
AAT Kings cannot guarantee the availability of special meal types.
Luggage Allowance
One medium size suitcase per person plus one piece of hand luggage
which may be carried on-board the coach. Please note that luggage
with an adjustable handle and wheels will not fit in the overhead
compartments and cannot be accepted as hand luggage. Maximum
weight of the suitcase not to exceed 23kg (50lbs). We are required by strict
Government vehicle weight regulations to enforce and adhere to this
limit. If your luggage exceeds this limit, we ask that you make alternative
arrangements for the excess to be forwarded to the termination point
of your tour. We suggest that you have wheels on your suitcase, as there
are certain places where assistance is not available (e.g. railway stations
and cruise terminals).
Wilderness Challenge-operated tours: please limit your luggage to one
small soft travel bag (approximately 300mm x 300mm x 700mm) and a
small daypack (cabin baggage) per person. A maximum weight limit of
10kg per person is permitted.
Outback Aussie-operated tours: a maximum weight limit of 15kg per
person is permitted.
All luggage and personal effects are at all times and in all circumstances
at the risk of the tour participant. Luggage insurance is strongly
recommended.
Airlines may impose stricter weight and size limits for luggage and may
also charge fees for checked baggage, including the first checked bag.
Please check with your airline(s) directly for their most current luggage
regulations and related fees. AAT Kings is not responsible for additional
fees imposed by carriers regarding luggage.
Smoking and Seat Rotation
Government regulations prohibit smoking inside tourist coaches. Please
restrict smoking to the ample stops en route. To enable everyone the
opportunity of enjoying window and front seats, clients change seats
daily during the course of the tour.
WiFi
Complimentary WiFi service is available in many hotel guestrooms and/
or the public areas of most hotels. Complimentary WiFi is also provided
on-board most of our touring coaches. WiFi on coaches uses a mobile/
cellular network and as a result the connection will be slower than regular
broadband and at times may not be available. In some areas WiFi service
will not be available. Please note that WiFi may not be available on
transfer coaches and other local services.
What to Bring
We recommend you research the temperature of your destination before
you start packing. When it is chilly in Tasmania, it might be 30 degrees in
Darwin. For more suggestions, check out our Frequently Asked Questions
at www.aatkings.com/faq.
Airline Indemnity
Any airlines’ involvement in these tours is as air carrier only. This
organisation shall carry no responsibility for statements in this brochure
relating to ground content of the tours and the operator indemnifies
them against any claim action, loss or damage arising there from.
Airport Transfers
Where indicated on individual tour pages, AAT Kings offers complimentary
arrival & departure transfers between designated airports and AAT Kings’
hotels on the scheduled start and end days of your tour or in conjunction
with pre/post tour accommodation booked through AAT Kings (excludes
all Day Tours). Airport transfers will be provided only for guests who have
advised AAT Kings of their flight details a minimum 14 days for Short
Breaks and 45 days for Guided Holidays prior to tour departure date.
Third Party Suppliers
IMPORTANT: Scenic Flights, Boat Cruises, Helicopter Flights, Cable Car
Rides, some 4WD Tours, White Water Rafting, Camel Rides, Hot Air
Ballooning, Rail, Farmstay Options, etc.
These excursions are not operated by AAT Kings Tours, nor by persons or
companies associated with AAT Kings Tours. These activities may involve
inherent risk of injury, death, accident, delay and loss, and clients assume
all such risk with regard to any misadventure, death, injury, delay or loss
which occurs during, or as a result of, any such activity.
Kings Canyon Safety Information
During the hotter months temperatures can reach and exceed 36°C or
97°F. At these times the Watarrka National Park Rangers strongly advise
that visitors do not take part in the Kings Canyon Rim Climb. In this drier
desert climate heat exhaustion over these hotter months is a very high
possibility and a danger in such remote regions. To ensure the safety and
enjoyment of our clients we offer a guided walk along the Kings Canyon
creek-bed as a suitable alternative on such days.
Top End Wet Weather Information
During the wet season in the Top End of the Northern Territory (November
to April) heavy rain and flooding can preclude access to Ubirr, East
Alligator River and Arnhem Land. Alternative touring will be arranged.
Uluru Climb Information
Uluru is a sacred site for the Anangu people and they prefer that visitors
do not climb it. With this in mind, we do not recommend it. Throughout
the year the Uluru (Ayers Rock) climb may close unexpectedly due to
Aboriginal cultural reasons or inclement weather conditions prevailing
at the time such as high temperatures, rain, strong winds, storms, low
lying clouds or insufficient light.
Uluru – Kata Tjuta National Park & Kakadu National Park Entry Fees
The entry fee for Uluru – Kata Tjuta National Park is $25 per adult & $12.50
per child and is valid for 3 consecutive days. When taking multiple Short
Breaks or Day Tours over 3 consecutive days in Uluru – Kata Tjuta National
Park you only need to pay the fee once. The entry fee for Kakadu National
Park is $40 per adult (Apr-Oct) & $25 per adult (Nov-Mar) and $20 per
child (Apr-Oct) & $12.50 per child (Nov-Mar) and is valid for 7 consecutive
days. This is an additional compulsory government charge and is subject
to change without notice. Child age is 5 to 15 years. You must carry your
entry ticket with you every time you enter the National Parks or you will
be required to purchase another.
General Conditions
These booking condtions represent the entire agreement between the
client and AAT Kings Tours Pty. Ltd., who is the tour operator. AAT Kings will
be responsible to the client for supplying the services and accommodation
as described in the 16/17 brochure and on our website, except where such
services cannot be supplied, or the itinerary used is changed due to delays
or other causes of whatever kind or nature beyond the control of AAT Kings.
In such circumstances, we will do our best to supply comparable services,
accommodations and itineraries, and there shall be no refund in this situation.
AAT Kings and its agents (collectively ‘AAT’) act only as an agent for the
client and upon the express condition that AAT Kings shall not be liable or
responsible for any direct, indirect, consequential or incidental damage, injury,
loss, accident, delay or irregularity of any kind, which may be occasioned by
reason of any act or omission of any third party (including without limitation,
any act, inaction or breach of contract of any third party which supplies any
goods or services for this trip). Without limiting the foregoing, AAT Kings
does not own or operate any third party suppliers of services such as hotels,
restaurants, transportation companies, sightseeing companies or local tour
operators. It is not responsible for any injury, death, loss or expense due
to overbooking of accommodations, default of any third parties, sickness,
weather, strikes, acts of God, Government, acts of terrorism, criminal activity,
war, quarantine, force majeure events or any other cause beyond its control.
All such risk, loss and expense must be borne by the client. Occasionally, it may
be necessary to alter or amend itineraries, accommodation and sightseeing
arrangements from those published. This may be due to road, weather and
other operational needs prevailing at the time, and is always made in the
best interests of your comfort. Any personal expenses incurred by a client
as a result of any delay, alteration or curtailment of any tour, whether caused
by mechanical defect, strikes or any other cause are the responsibility of
the client (we strongly recommend all clients take out Travel Insurance, see
your licensed travel agent or your AAT Kings direct reservations consultant).
The operator is unable to guarantee exact arrival and departure times, and
is not liable for any failure to make connections with any other service, or
guarantee the operation of any particular service. In the case of breakdown
and other unforeseen circumstances, the operator reserves the right to
substitute vehicles other than specified, to ensure the operation of a tour.
These coaches will be modern touring vehicles but may not have some of the
features described. Please note that if you arrange for payment through an
unaccredited agent, the unaccredited agent is not our agent for the purpose of
receipt of monies. Receipt of deposits and subsequent payments by the travel
agent does not constitute receipt of those monies by us, and the travel agent
has no authority, expressed or implied, to receive monies on our behalf. There
is no liability on our part, in respect of any monies paid to your travel agent.
The company reserves the right to cancel any ticket or booking, or to refuse to
carry any client where payment has not been received by the company within
the specified time. The company reserves the right to amend or cancel tours
at any time.
Photography
A selection of images in the 16/17 brochure and on our website have been
supplied by Australia’s Coral Coast, SkyScans, South Australia Tourism
Commission, Tourism Australia, Destination New South Wales, Tourism
Northern Territory, Tourism and Events Queensland, Tourism Tasmania,
Tourism Tropical North Queensland, Tourism Western Australia, Visions
of Victoria, Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia, WildLands Cruises,
Wildman Wilderness Lodge, Te Puia and Real Journeys.
Validity Dates
01 April 2016 – 31 March 2017
For tours departing before 01 April 2016, refer to our 2015/16 brochure.
Important
By paying the $200 deposit per person per tour to your travel agent, you
acknowledge that you have read, understood and accepted these Booking
Conditions, which make up the contract between you and AAT Kings.
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AAT Kings encourages the sustainable development of tourism in partnership with the
Treadright Foundation – a not-for-profit organisation established by The Travel Corporation
and its family of brands. To date, the foundation has helped support more than 35 sustainable
tourism projects worldwide. Within Australia and New Zealand AAT Kings is also proud to
support a number of important projects with a particular focus on wildlife conservation.
Koalas
AAT Kings has teamed up with Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors to
support the Koala Rehabilitation Project at their Wildlife Hospital
– the country’s largest and busiest wildlife facility. We support
the treatment and rehabilitation of koalas at the centre, as well
as the building of eco-friendly habitats to protect the sick and
orphaned. We now even have an AAT Kings Mascot “Koala Sam”.
Tassie Devils
AAT Kings supports the conservation of
the endangered Tasmanian Devil through
sponsorship of the Tasmanian Devil breeding
program at Tasmania Zoo. We’ve adopted
three little Tasmanian Devils already and are proud to support
the zoo in their efforts to combat the fatal Devil Facial Tumour
Disease that is affecting Tasmanian Devils across the state.
Kiwi birds
AAT Kings supports the conservation of New Zealand’s iconic native bird,
the endangered kiwi. We contribute to the Rainbow Springs Kiwi Breeding
Program in Rotorua to hatch and raise kiwi chicks, perform health checks
and daily monitoring, as well as fund research into kiwi incubation and
rearing. We aim to help Rainbow Springs raise awareness of the protection
of these precious birds and continue to play a vital role in their survival.
Our eco-friendly coaches
Taking a coach is an environmentally sustainable means of transportation.
Coaches use significantly less fuel per passenger than an average sized
car or hybrid. One coach can displace up to 56 cars from the road.
Car vs Coach
Coach emissions
60% less CO2
than 1 car
Little Peng uins
AAT Kings has supported the world’s
leading research facility for Little Penguins
on Phillip Island in Victoria. Our support
has contributed to a penguin weighbridge
to monitor the health of the penguins. Interpretive signs were also
erected to help educate visitors about the local environment and
this important penguin colony.
X56
54% less CO2
than 1 train
X1
86% less CO2
than 1 airliner
Let our family guide you again
No matter what your taste, whether you’re a family or a couple, a group or travelling solo, The Travel Corporation family offers something for
everyone. Our multi award-winning portfolio ranges from luxury hotels and boutique river cruises, to independent holiday package companies
and a variety of guided holiday experiences. Our philosophy is simple – create enriching travel experiences for every one of our guests by
combining an unbeatable mix of exceptional service and quality at great value. Operating in 60 countries across the globe, we are a worldwide
expert in travel. As a fourth generation, family-owned business, we work hard to consistently deliver excellent experiences, no matter which
brand you choose. We value your loyalty, so when you book with us again you’ll be recognised with past guest offers. Find out more at
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T 02 9028 5182 F 02 9347 2769
ABN 97 079 722 464 Your Travel Agent:
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