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2016 BROCHURE
VOL #38
July
PRICES AND DATES VALID FROM July 2016 - December 2016
Freecall: 1800 999 677
www.caseytours.com.au
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Mail: 63 Birdwood Circus
Bicton WA 6157
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Brolga, Tropical North Queensland
Post Tour Sundowner
With many strong friendships made over
the weeks that passengers send together
on tour we can often find ourselves
thinking of past travelling companions
well into the weeks after a tour. Jacinta
decided it was time to get the groups back
together for a catch up after the tour to
share photos and memories. Here is a few
pictures from this recent Sundowner.
Head to Head Crossing the Savannah
Our two 17 Day Savannah
Tours crossed over on the 5th
of July just inside the Northern
Territory at Timber Creek. The
40+ passengers and 4 staff were
quick to catch up and swap
stories before they continued
off on their adventure.
All Around The Country
Mount Augustus Tourist Park
Continuing our introduction to the great friends we work with around
the country. We move to central WA and a place that we have been
enjoying since 1983 and are now the only coach operator that regularly
visits.
Cathy Sohler & Brian Neho, Mount Augustus Tourist Park, Gascoyne WA
Although born in Switzerland and NZ, Cathy and Brian are “dinky di
Aussies” with a fascination for out of the way Australian places.
Cathy developed a passion for the hospitality industry while working her way through uni and as a result, after many years
building a career in education, she decided to combine this passion with a love of travelling Australia by seeking work in
remote tourist ventures. As a Boilermaker Welder Brian worked mainly in the Northern Territory and outback Queensland
often on remote infrastructural projects before happily being persuaded to down tools and hit the road following a new
career path with Cathy.
They both enjoyed working and living in almost every state of Australia, before arriving at Mt Augustus in early 2014.
“The amazing richness of outback colours, bright red dirt, a massive glowing rock, blue blue skies, a rainbow
of wild flowers and the cacophony of birds, cast its spell on us and we’ve been here ever since. It really is
extraordinary outback country, which we really enjoy sharing with the interesting variety of people who visit.”
The Station has had 70mm of rain in the last 7 days shutting down all roads in and out of the area. This is a great amount of
rain at a perfect time of year for the Wildflowers of the Gascoyne to have an amazing year.
To visit Cathy & Brian and enjoy the Spring Wildflowers have a look at the following tours;
• 5 Day Mount Augustus & Walga Rock - 27th August, Page 9
• 8 Day Mount Augustus, Exmouth & Coral Coast - 4th September, Page 10
In Focus - Exmouth
Population:
2,207
The Exmouth Cape was under pastoral leases as far back at 1876 but development started in
Established:
1964
earnest in 1967 to support the new United States Naval Communication Station Harold E. Holt.
This station provides very low frequency radio transmission to United States Navy and Royal
Attractions:
• Cape Range Nat Park
Australian Navy ships and submarines in the western Pacific Ocean and eastern Indian Ocean, it
• Ningaloo Reef
is the most powerful transmission station in the Southern Hemisphere.
• Naval History
The Exmouth Gulf was first used as a military base in World War II. After the retreat from Java in
• Vlamingh Lighthouse
• Whale Sharks
March 1942, Allied naval forces had need of a forward base for replenishing submarines, then
• Seafood
the sole form of offensive warfare against the Japanese. Both Darwin and Broome were too
• Wildflowers
exposed to air attack, so a refuelling barge was based near the mouth of Exmouth Gulf.
Code-named Potshot, the spartan base was also developed as an advanced base and rest camp for submariners. Z Special
Unit used Potshot as a staging base for Operation Jaywick in September 1943, arguably the Z Special Units most successful
operation with the sinking of seven Japanese Ships in Singapore Harbour and the loss of no Allied lives.
Nowadays Exmouth is using its natural beauty to
draw visitors to the Cape. The Cape Range National
Park makes up a large portion of the Cape and boasts
sheer cliffs on the east side with pristine streams
running into the ocean on the west. Out in the ocean
the beauty continues with Australia’s largest fringing
coral reef, Ningaloo Reef, listed on the World Heritage
List for its; “interconnected ocean and arid coast form
aesthetically striking landscapes and seascapes”.
For Exmouth Tours see pages 7, 10 & 27
1 Day Tours From Perth
Departure Date
Tour Title & Description
Price
Saturday Recycled & Vintage Clothing Shopping Tour
-- New Tour -6th August Join us in a day of recycled and vintage rack hunting on a Mystery Second-hand Shopping Tour. Travel to series of mystery $89 Senior
$95 Adult
& towns and cruise the main streets browsing through their pre-loved clothing and accessory stores possibly grabbing a
19th Nov bargain along the way. Tour includes Morning Tea and a prize for the shopper who scores the best bargin on the day.
Alpacas in the Gardens of Jalbrook Estate Tour
Saturday Wander the parkland gardens, meet, greet and learn about our exquisite alpacas and enjoy a fashion parade featuring $95 Senior
13th August some soft sensuous, alpaca knitwear. Enjoy a lovely range of treats for lunch at the estate, before a wander around town $99 Adult
and later taste some of the local wines from Barrecas Winery and visit the Harvey Cheese Factory. Morning Tea and Lunch
Included.
Nannup Flower & Garden Festival Tour
Saturday Through the south west to beautiful Nannup on the Blackwood River. Lunch in Nannup and a opportunity to experience
20th August the Nannup Flower & Garden Festival, stunning stalls, gardens, displays, information and sales. This show has grown
and grown in variety and size in the last few years. In the afternoon we take one of the most delightful drives in Western
Australia to quaint little town of Balingup. Including Morning Tea. Lunch not Included.
$95 Senior
$99 Adult
Balingup Medieval Carnivale Tour
Once again the small country village will explode into colour as the
Balingup Medieval Carnivale relives times well gone but not forgotten.
Saturday Chat with the King, sample some of the local wines, purchase from the
27th August many market stalls, tuck into the tasty food available or maybe even
kiss a Knight. This is one of the biggest and well managed events on
the WA Medieval calendar so dress in costume to get into the medieval
theme. Including Morning Tea & Entry to Carnivale.
Western Rock Lobster Day Tour
$95 Senior
$99 Adult
-- Last dates sold out quickly --
the regions multimillion dollar lobster industry firsthand by taking a tour of the live lobster processing plant
Sunday Experience
at Indian Ocean Rock Lobster Factory in Cervantes. Observe how the marine crustacean is captured, brought into shore,
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28 August sorted, and then live packed in preparation of being dispatched world wide. In the afternoon enjoy a delicious lunch of
fresh crayfish and chips before taking a leisurely stroll along the picturesque shore of the Indian Ocean.
Including Morning Tea, Crayfish & Chips Lunch, Indian Ocean Rock Lobster Factory Entry.
Saturday
3rd Sept
&
Sunday
20th Nov
Leschenault Inlet & Collie River Cruise
$120 Senior
$125 Adult
-- New Tour --
Down to Eaton to board the “Elandra”. Cruise the Collie River and Leschenault Inlet estuary system, the protected
Koombana Bay and Bunbury areas where the dolphins, birdlife and many forms of wildlife unique to South Western
Australia are abundant. Elandra explores many hidden secret spots, which other vessels cannot reach, taking passengers
drifting by modern day mansions, then back through time.
Visit Bunbury for lunch and a wander around this beautifully redeveloped city. The land around Bunbury was sighted by
Louis de Freycinet in 1803, now a base for farming, mining & timber industries it has now grown to be WA’s third largest
city with almost 70,000 people. Including River Cruise and Afternoon Tea.
$95 Senior
$99 Adult
Tastes of the Northern Valleys
Sunday Travel North of Perth to the West Coast Honey Farm for honey and honey related products. Through Gingin on the
4th Sept picturesque loop in Gingin Brook. We head into the Chittering Valley to Golden Grove Citrus Orchard, the citrus growing
process is explained while we sample the produce. Settle down for a roast-on-the-spit lunch at the orchard. In the
afternoon we visit the Margaret River Chocolate Factory and Providore in the Swan Valley.
Including Morning Tea & Spit Roast lunch.
Tastes of the Southern Valleys
-- New Tour --
Saturday
a trail of wine and food through the green pastures of the hidden Ferguson Valley. Visit and enjoy tastings at a
10th Sept Follow
cellar door in the region before settling in for a lunch at a local café. Travel back along the Old Coast Road stopping in
through the Mandurah Foreshore where you may like to take a short stroll or indulge a little more with an ice-cream.
Wine Tasting and Restaurant Lunch included.
$95 Senior
$99 Adult
$95 Senior
$99 Adult
Northern Wildflower Day Tour
out for an interesting and colourful day with our Botanical Guide looking though the array of wildflowers just north $95 Senior
Sunday Come
of Perth. A delightful day in the Australian Countryside including morning tea and lunch.
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$99 Adult
11 Sept The Victoria Plains around New Norcia, the Brooks and Lakes flowing through Wannamal and the sandy plains of the
Moore River National Park offer the interested, inquisitive wildflower hunter many delights through September.
Including Morning Tea, Lunch & Botanical Guide.
Bindoon Wildflower Festival - Quilts in Spring, Vintage Vehicles, Farmers Market & Art
Bindoon Wildflower Festival has grown strongly over the last couple of years. Its now so extensive that we have split
Saturday The
it from our Northern Wildflower Tour and made a tour of its own. The whole town is out on show; hundreds of named
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17 Sept wildflower specimens on display in the Town Hall, great range of local produce for sale on the oval amongst the large
showing of vintage cars and equipment. Down the road at the Brockman Centre an amazing array of Quilts to admire as
well as the Bindoon Heritage Museum. Including Museum & Wildflower Show Entry & Afternoon Tea.
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$95 Senior
$99 Adult
1 Day Tours From Perth
Departure Date
Tour Title & Description
Busselton Jetty & Underwater Observatory Tour
Saturday The Busselton Jetty is the longest wooden jetty in the Southern Hemisphere, originally built in 1865. The underwater
1st October observatory built on the jetty allows visitors to descend eight metres below the sea level to view the thriving marine
environment. We take the train from the shore to the observatory and return to wander this pretty seaside town.
Including Morning Tea, Jetty, Tram and Observatory entry. Lunch not included.
Price
$95 Senior
$99 Adult
Perth Hills Wildflower Day Tour
$95 Senior
Sunday The region of the Darling Scarp adjacent to the Serpentine National Park and Canning Dam blooms into stunning colour
2nd October in early October. The Jarrah / Marri Forests show colour from the forest floor to the top of the canopy. We go in search of $99 Adult
Banksias, Grevilleas, Melaleucas, Lechenaultia & Gastrolobium (The Poison Pea).
Pinnacles, Indian Ocean Drive & Moore River Tour
Sunday
the Indian Ocean Drive to Nambung National Park and The Pinnacles Desert, where you can walk through a most
9th October Up
unique landscape. We have morning tea then visit Lancelin for lunch. After lunch south to Guilderton on the banks of
the Moore River. You can walk onto the beach and along the river watching the fisherman and families enjoying the calm
waters. Including Morning Tea, Lunch & Entry to the Pinnacles.
$95 Senior
$99 Adult
Wave Rock & Hippos Yawn Tour
a trip via rolling farmlands to historic York, then to the Wheatbelt town of Quairading for morning tea. On to
Saturday Take
Corrigin, Kondinin, Hyden and our destination, Hyden Rock, better known as “Wave Rock”. Visit Hippo’s Yawn, the Wave
15 October itself, climb to the top and generally explore this interesting natural wonder. Optional visit to the Lace Museum, Soldier
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Display or Wildlife Park. Return with a stop at ‘The Corrigin Dog Cemetery’.
Including Morning Tea & Entry to Wave Rock. Lunch not included.
$95 Senior
$99 Adult
Southern Wildflower Day Tour
one day tour including morning tea and lunch. We explore the eucalyptus forests of the Darling Scarp to
Sunday Athepleasant
south of Perth as well as the ecosystems of the Coastal Plain. Our Botanical Guide is on hand to assist, explore and
16 October identify the beautiful wildflowers of this region. The forest flowers take a little more searching than the fields of colour in
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the north but offer some wonderful diversity when you take the time to look.
$95 Senior
$99 Adult
Reynoldson Reserve Festival - Wongan Hills
-- New Tour -Saturday A spectacular display of seven varieties of Verticordia flowering in the
Wheatbelt, these petite, diverse flowers give rise to the common
29th October Northern
name Feather flowers. The name Verticordia is a term derived from Latin
$95 Senior
$99 Adult
verto cor, translated as ‘the turner of hearts’. The town will have live
entertainment, stalls, photography exhibition as well as a guided walk of the
Reynoldson Reserve. Including Botanical Guide & Lunch.
Melbourne Cup Day Tour
Tuesday We return to the Drakesbrook Hotel in Waroona to celebrate Melbourne Cup Day. With Morning Tea in the Australian
1st Nov Bush before Lunch at the hotel, they put on a great spead. Dress in in the spirit to enjoy the day with all the fun and
laughter of Australia’s biggest horse race. Including Sweepstake, Mystery Trifecta, Morning Tea & Hotel lunch.
$95 Senior
$99 Adult
Cream of the South West Day Tour
Sunday A morning visit to the new Bunbury Farmers Market to purchase produce grown on the irrigated fields of the South
$95 Senior
Enjoy Fish & Chips at Aristos Seafood Cafe on the shores of the Bunbury Harbour. Heading through Brunswick to
6th Nov West.
White Rocks Dairy Farm, step back in time as you experience the history of the pioneering farmers of the region. Wander
through the White Rocks Museum, and its original one room school. Compare the original machinery to the modern
techniques applied today in the dairy’s 50 stand rotary during a milking demonstration. Continue to the Harvey Weir part
of the first irrigation scheme in WA. Including Fish & Chips Lunch & Entry to White Rocks Dairy Farm.
$99 Adult
Manjimup Cherry Festival
The picturesque town of Manjimup, set within the Jarrah / Karri Forests of the South West of WA, offers an authentic
destination with a rich experience to all who visit. Manjimup is the place to be during the cherry season. The town $95 Senior
Saturday country
receives thousands of visitors during the annual Cherry Festival, providing the opportunity for the community of Manjimup
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10 Dec to celebrate the cherry season and harvest. The Cherry Festival Carnival is held on the Saturday, including displays, markets $99 Adult
& stalls and much more. In the afternoon there is free time to wander the Manjimup Timber Museum and its historic
gardens.
Including Morning Tea.
End of Year Christmas Mystery Tour
Sunday Just two weeks short of Christmas day we celebrate the end of the touring year with a special Mystery Tour. Including a
11th Dec visit from Father Christmas, Morning Tea and Hotel Lunch. A great time to catch up with past traveling companions and
enjoy summer in the Australian bush. Including Morning Tea & Hotel Lunch.
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$95 Senior
$99 Adult
Australia’s Longest Shortcut
16 Days from Cairns to Perth through the Centre
Inclusions:
• Airfares to Cairns
• Half Day Cruise to Green Island
• Age of Dinosaurs Centre, Winton
• Undara Lava Tubes
• Alice Springs Telegraph Station
• Kings Canyon
• Uluru & Kata Tjuta
• Gwalia Musuem
• Flying Doctor Service Base Tour
• Camping & Motel Accommodation
• 13 evening meals, 15 breakfast, 6 lunches.
Accommodation:
Motel - 4 nights
Camping - 11 nights
Coach:
4WD Coach, Toilet, Air Cond.
Departure Date:
4th August 2016 - Cairns to Perth
29th April 2017 - Perth to Cairns
Departing From:
Capital City
Perth
Single Supp:
Senior
Adult
$3690
$3750
All accommodation
Tent nights only
$440
$80
CAIRNS
UNDARA
TOBERMOREY
WINTON
KINGS CANYON
BOULIA
ALICE
SPRINGS
WARBURTON
ULURU
KALGOORLIE
PERTH
Day 1: (PD, Motel) Fly to Cairns where we are
met by the coach and transferred to our motel.
Note: Flights arriving after 6pm will have snack
evening meal provided in the room.
Day 2: (CB, Motel) Take a cruise out into the
Great Barrier Reef to Green Island. Enjoy a
snorkel in the beautiful waters or view them from
a glass bottom boat. Return to Cairns for lunch
and wander the recently re-developed foreshore.
Free afternoon on the esplanade of Cairns, with
many cafés and restaurants, galleries, markets
and stalls in this lovely coastal Queensland city.
Note: Green Island cruise included.
Day 3: (CB, CAD, Tent in CVan Park) Climbing
the Great Dividing Range through the winding
forest highway enjoying the lush rainforest and
tropical plantations. To Ravenshoe and Mount
Garnet before a tour of the Undara Lava Tubes,
the worlds largest lava tube system. We set up
our first camp in the Queensland savannah. Note:
Lava Tubes Tour included.
Day 4: (CAB, CAD, CVan Park) Onto the first of
many dirt roads on this tour we have lunch at
Hughenden. In the afternoon we reach the sheep
cattle town of Winton on the sprawling Western
River.
The Northern Tip of Australia, Cape York
Sunset Viewing, Uluru
Day 5: (CAB, CAD, Tent at CVan Park) Morning
visit to the Age of Dinosaurs Centre the world’s
largest collection of Australian dinosaur fossils.
Followed by free time in Winton and a wander of
this romantic, classic outback QLD town. Note:
Dinosaur Centre entry included.
Day 6: (CAB, PL, CAD, Tent at CVan Park) Out
across the Queensland Channel Country and over
the Diamantina which flows south past Birdsville
to Lake Eyre. Through Middleton to Boulia this
highway is the home of the Min Min Lights, a
unusual shimmering light phenomenon that can
appear at night. Back on the dirt of the Donohue
Highway shadowing the Georgina River with its
many tributaries to camp inside the Northern
Territory border.
Day 7: (CAB, PL, RD, Motel) Through the Toko,
Tarlton, Jervois and Harts Ranges on the Plenty
Highway in the northern reaches of the Simpson
Desert. To the hub of Central Australia, Alice
Springs for two nights in a motel.
Day 8: (CAB, Motel) Take a optional early
morning Hot Air Balloon through the rugged
outback or have a restful morning followed by a
tour of “The Alice” visiting the original Telegraph
Station and spending time in town. Relax around
the pool or play a round of golf, enjoying the
city before we hit the dirt again. Note: Telegraph
Station Included. Optional Hot Air Balloon approx
$380
Day 9: (CAB, PL, CAD, Tent in CVan Park) Along
the southern side of the MacDonnell Ranges to
Simpsons Gap. In the afternoon it’s onto Kings
Creek Station and the Watarrka National Park
with Kings Canyon on Kings Creek.
Day 10: (CAB, PL, CAD, Tent in CVan Park) Up
early to see the morning sun on the sheer walls
of Kings Canyon. The fit can take the 6km rim
walk or there is the lovely 2.5km Creek Walk.
After lunch we reach the Lasseter
Highway and stop to see the
impressive plateau of Mount
Conner. Camping tonight at the
Yulara Village.
Day 11: (CAB, PD, Tent CVan Park)
The Uluru-Kata Tjuta National
Park is listed as a UNESCO World
Heritage Site, after a day in
the park we can see why. We
spend the morning at Uluru
and the information centre.
Return to Yulara Village for lunch
and an optional flight over the
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spectacular sandstone formations. Later visit
Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) to walk through the valleys
between the mighty domes. Enjoy a sausage
sizzle dinner watching the sunset on Uluru. Note:
Optional Flight over Uluru approx $200
Day 12: (CAB, PL, CAD, Tent in Bush) Deep into
the South West corner of the Northern Territory
we visit Lasseters Cave and learn a little of the
mystery of Lewis Lasseter and his elusive reef of
gold. Crossing into WA on the Great Central Road
through the Gibson Desert, passing the Schwerin
Mural Ranges we aim for Warburton.
Day 13: (CAB, PL, CAD, Tent at CVan Park) The
dirt road winding through the ranges, sandhills
and salt lakes of the Desert has a beauty that is
iconically Australian. We leave the dirt behind at
Laverton.
Day 14: (CAB, CAD, Tent at CVan Park) Travelling
through mining towns of all sizes and minerals,
Ghost Towns to Cities from Nickel to Gold.
Visit the Gwalia Museum on the edge of the
large open pit Sons of Gwalia Mine. South to
Kalgoorlie, WA’s city of Gold. Note: Museum
entry Included
Day 15: (CAB, RD, Tent at CVan Park) Touring
Kalgoorlie we visit the historic Two-Up ring out in
the scrub. Back into town to the lookout over the
Superpit, Australia’s Largest Open Cut Gold Mine.
Later a visit to the Royal Flying Doctor Service
Base to learn about the extraordinary work of
one of Australia’s legendary organisations. In
the evening we head into town to one of the
local pubs for a final night dinner with the group.
Note: Flying Doctor Tour Included.
Day 16: (CAB) Finishing off Australia’s Longest
Shortcut we wander into the Wheatbelt for lunch
in Merredin and down the Darling Scarp into
Perth.
Camaraderie
Fruit BatCampfire
Falls, Swimming
Hole
6 Day Shark Bay, Monkey Mia & Kalbarri
Including Day Cruise to Dirk Hartog Island
The State Government has announced $26 million to reconize
the 400th anniversary of Dirk Hartog’s landing at Cape
Inscription and together with the Dutch Government and the
private sector there are a number of interesting activities
planned all over Australia, especially Shark Bay.
Travel up to Denham with us and back 400 years while learning
about the European history of the West Coast.
Including a Pre Tour Meet & Greet at the Shipwreck
Galleries, Fremantle Maritime Museum to get to know fellow
passengers and more about the history of the Dutch Explorers
Inclusions:
• Day Cruise to Dirk Hartog Island
• Monkey Mia Dolphins
• Ocean Park Aquarium
• Rainbow Jungle Parrot Sanctury
• Kalbarri National Park
• The Pinnacles Desert
• Peron Homestead Hot Baths
• Lesueur National Park
• Motel Accommodation
• 5 evening meals, 5 breakfasts, 1 lunch
Accommodation:
Motel - 5 nights
Coach:
Air Suspension, Toilet, Air Cond.
Departure Date:
7th August 2016
8th March 2017
Departing From:
Capital City
Perth
Senior
Adult
$1790
$1830
Optional Single Supplement
DIRK
HARTOG
ISLAND
CRUISE
3
$400
SHARK
BAY
1 KALBARRI
GERALDTON
1 DONGARA
PINNACLES
PERTH
Day 1: (MD, Motel) Along the Indian Ocean Drive
to the Pinnacles in Nambung National Park,
enjoy morning tea as you wander this interesting
landscape. Lunch in Jurien Bay, a major base
for the WA fishing industry. In the afternoon
we meander through Lesueur National Park;
the second most diverse flora region in WA. On
to Port Denison and Dongara. Note: Entry to
Pinnacles included.
Day 2: (FB, MD, Motel) Morning tour of
Geraldton. Over recent years Geraldton has had
Ocean Park, Interactive Aquarium, Shark Bay
some major changes in the town. We visit the
HMAS Sydney Memorial overlooking the town
then take some time to enjoy the new foreshore
area. Travel along the North West Coastal
Highway to Billabong before heading out to Shark
Bay. On the peninsula we visit the Stromatolites
of Hamelin Bay and the extensive Shell Beach
before reaching Denham, Australia’s most
Westerly town.
Day 3: (CB, PD, Motel) To Monkey Mia to visit the
wild dolphins that have been gathering in the
waters off this remote beach for decades. There
is plenty of time to enjoy this calm beach and
Information Centre. Back to Denham for lunch
before a visit to “Ocean Park”, an exciting ecofriendly and interactive aquarium that is located
on the pristine shores of the Shark Bay World
Heritage Marine Park. The park enables guests
to see, touch and learn about the fascinating
marine creatures found
in the heritage listed area
including turtles, rays and
sea snakes. Later enjoy
a BBQ dinner at Peron
Homestead, once an
extensive sheep station.
Enjoy a dip in the artesian
fed hot baths to wind up
the day. Note: Monkey
Mia, Peron Homestead
and Ocean Park entries
included.
Day 4: (CB, PL, MD, Motel)
Departing Denham we
enjoy a cruise aboard the
Catamaran Aristocat. This
very stable 18m vessel has
all the comforts possible
and offers the perfect
platform to explore Shark
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Bay and Dirk Hartog Island. Discover amazing and
endangered marine life in nature’s aquarium in
this incredibly untouched World Heritage Area.
Sit back, relax and watch some of the 230 species
of birds fly past as you see dolphins, loggerhead
turtles or dugongs.
Day 5: (CB, MD, Motel) To Kalbarri National Park
and the stunning gorges of Hawks Head and
Ross Graham. Lunch in Kalbarri at the mouth of
the Murchison River. In the afternoon we visit
Rainbow Jungle regarded as Australia’s most
beautiful parrot habitat, a unique complex with
an amazing array of colours and birds. Note:
National Park and Rainbow Jungle entry included.
Day 6: (CB) Via the Pink Lakes north of Port
Gregory to Northampton for Morning Tea. Back
to Geraldton for lunch before returning to Perth
along the Brand Highway and the rolling hills of
the Badgingarra sand plains.
8 Day Karijini, Coral Bay & Shark Bay
Now with Botanical guide
Inclusions:
• Karijini National Park
• Tom Price Mine Tour
• On-board Botanical Guide
• Coomberdale Wildflower Farm
• Coral Bay Glass Bottom Boat Cruise
• Cape Range National Park
• HMAS Sydney Memorial
• 7 evening meals, 7 breakfast, 1 lunch
Accommodation:
Motel - 7 nights
Coach:
Departure Date:
16th August 2016
Departing From:
Capital City
Perth
Senior
Adult
$2990
$3050
EXMOUTH
CARNARVON
SHARK BAY
$490
KARIJINI
NAT PARK
TOM
PRICE
GERALDTON
PERTH
Sturt Desert Pea
Day 1: (MD, Motel) We fly to the Iron Ore
mining town of Paraburdoo and travel to
Tom Price. The service town for the Mount
Tom Price Mine operated by Rio Tinto.
Day 2: (CB, PL, PD, Motel) We have a
conducted tour of the mine then into
Karijini National Park. Some of the Gorges
we see today are as impressive as any you
would see in Australia. We visit Dales Gorge,
Circular Pool and Fortescue Falls. In the
evening enjoy a bush BBQ in the spectacular
Pilbara Scenery. Note: Tour of Tom Price
mine included in your fare.
Day 3: (CB, MD, Motel) Departing Tom
Price we travel via Parabadoo to Nanutarra
on the Ashburton River. Onto Cape Range
National Park and the spectacular scenery
of Charles Knife Road, where oil was first
found in Western Australia in the 1950’s. On
to Exmouth.
Day 4: (FB, MD, Motel) Exmouth, a most
fascinating place, the centre for the Navy
Nor-West Cape Base. We travel to the head
of the Gulf looking for whales migrating
down the coast then return to town for
morning tea. Visit Coral Bay for a glass
bottom boat cruise to view the beautiful
coral of Ningaloo Reef. Then to our
accommodation at Carnarvon. Note: Boat
Cruise included.
Day 5: (FB, MD, Motel) We visit the
Babbage Island Jetty and the Fishing
Harbour. This is the old North West, sheep
station country, where so many over the last
Ningaloo Reef, Coral Bay
130 years have battled drought and great
floods. Further south on the road to Shark
Bay we come to Hamelin Pool to see the
ancient Stromatalites. Spend the night at
Denham.
Day 6: (CB, PD, Motel) A morning visit
to Monkey Mia to see those magnificent
creatures of the wild, dolphins. Optional
Shark Bay boat cruise available. Later
“Ocean Park”, an exciting eco-friendly and
interactive aquarium that is located on
the pristine shores of the Shark Bay World
Heritage Marine Park, and enables guests to
see, touch and learn about many fascinating
marine creatures that are found in this
heritage listed area. Evening BBQ at Peron
Homestead. Note: Monkey Mia & Ocean
Park included in your fare. Boat Cruise not
included.
Day 7: (CB, MD, Motel) Back to the
North West Coastal Highway through
Northampton to Geraldton. On the shores
of Champion Bay this town has undergone
some magnificent redevelopment in the last
few years and has been given a new lease
of life. We tour the town and visit the HMAS
Sydney Memorial.
Day 8: (FB) Off the coast in search of the
wildflowers of the Northern Wheatbelt, its
early in the season but with a keen eye we
hope to find interesting colours in the road
verge. We visit the Coomberdale Wildflower
Farm for a talk on flower growing and
exporting before returning to Perth.
Hamersley Range, Karijini National Park
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14 Day Accommodated Kimberley Tour
Broome, Gibb River Road, Kununurra, Fitzroy & Windjana
-- First Time Offered Accommodated --
Inclusions:
• Airfares to and from Broome
• Bell Gorge
• Galvans Gorge
• Home Valley Station
• El Questro Station
• Lake Argyle Cruise
• Ord River Cruise
• Bungle Bungle Range
• Windjana Gorge
• Tunnel Creek
• Ensuited Accommodation
• 12 evening meals, 13 breakfast, 6 lunches
Accommodation:
Ensuite Accommodation- 13 nights
Important Note: This tour is
accommodated in cabin and motels
but due to the remote regions through
which we travel the coach will carry all
camping gear onboard.
In the case of any disruptions (weather,
mechanical or other) we may be
required to camp.
Coach:
Departure Date:
18th August 2016
1st July 2017
Departing From:
Capital City
Perth
Senior
Adult
$7350
$7390
$1450
WYNDHAM
MT HART
EL QUESTRO
WINDJANA
BROOME
FITZROY
LAKE
ARGYLE
BUNGLE
BUNGLE
Day 1: (MD, Motel) Landing in Broome you
are met by our friendly tour staff and luxury
4WD coach. Settle into the Broome motel
and get to know your fellow passengers.
Day 2: (FB, CAD, Ensuited Safari Tent) Off to
the East we cross the first of the big rivers
for the tour; The Fitzroy River at Willare
Bridge and venture out onto the Gibb River
Road. Passing through the Napier Range the
road turns to dirt, we then climb through
the King Leopold Ranges to reach Mount
Hart Station.
Day 3: (CAB, PL, CAD, Ensuited Safari Tent)
Enjoying the day around the King Leopold
Ranges and the first of our stunning
Kimberley Gorges; Bell Gorge, a chance to
swim, explore or relax.
Day 4: (CAB, PL, MD, Motel) Continuing
along the Gibb we pass Imintji for morning
tea at Galvans Gorge, a lovely walk to the
falls shows a display of Aboriginal Artwork.
Through the Phillips Range and Mount
Cockburn Ranges, From Home Valley Station
Barnett we cross the Gibb River and reach
the East Kimberley to stay at Home Valley
Station. The Station, owned now by the
Indigenous Land Corporation covers 1.4m
hectares and was first taken up in 1957.
Day 5: (CB, PL, MD, Motel) Crossing the
Pentecost River we reach El Questro Station
and enjoy the warm waters of Zebedee
Springs and cool water falling into Emma
Gorge. Completing the Gibb River Road
we reach the hub of the East Kimberley,
Kununurra. Note: Entry to El Questro
Wilderness Park included.
Day 6: (FB, Motel) Optional morning flight
over Lake Argyle and The Bungles followed
by a full day in and around Kununurra.
A truly amazing place; beautiful, fertile,
interesting and relaxing. We tour through
the irrigated fields including the Packsaddle
Plains. Optional afternoon visit to the
Hoochery for tastings. Dinner at your leisure
in town. Note: Scenic Flight not included ,
approx $320. Hoochery tasting not included,
approx $15.
Day 7: (FB, PL, MD, Motel) Out to Lake
Argyle for an informative cruise on the
lake, with the chance to feed fish, spot
freshwater crocs and swim. In the afternoon
we lower 98m to the bottom of the dam
wall to board another cruise 55km along
the Ord River and lake Kununurra back to
our motel. Note: Lake Argyle and Ord River
Cruises included.
Day 8: (FB, CAD, Ensuited Safari Tent) North
to Wyndham on the Gulf of Cambridge
and the main port between Broome and
Darwin. This town has had a boom and bust
history dating back to the Halls Creek gold
rush. Down Great Northern Highway to
the Bungle Bungle Camp at the start of the
Spring Creek Track.
Day 9: (CAB, PL, CAD, Ensuited Safari Tent)
Taking the windy track into Purnululu
National Park to visit The Bungle Bungle
Range with a elevation as high as 578m
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it is famous for the sandstone domes,
unusual and visually striking with their
striping in alternating orange and grey
bands. The banding of the domes is due
to differences in clay content and porosity
of the sandstone layers. Take the hike into
Cathedral Gorge and along Piccaninny
Creek. Return to our accommodation, sit
around our last camp fire absorbing the
outback. Note: Park entry included.
Day 10: (CAB, MD, Motel) Optional morning
helicopter flight from the camp over the
ground we covered yesterday and a large
section of Mabel Downs Station. Then to
Halls Creek, one of the early settlements of
the Kimberley and now the northern end of
the Tanami Track and Canning Stock Route.
In the afternoon we reach the Fitzroy River
Lodge on the banks of the Fitzroy River.
Note: Helicopter not included, approx $180.
Day 11: (CB, PL, MD, Motel) Skirting the
Oscar Range to Tunnel Creek, we have the
opportunity to walk through this 750m,
15m wide and up to 12m high tunnel; one
of WA’s most interesting natural features.
Up to Windjana Gorge for lunch and a
wander along the Lennard River with a
great number of crocodiles basking on the
sandbanks in the afternoon sun. Return to
Fitzroy Crossing. Note: Park entry included.
Day 12: (CB, MD, Motel) Through to Derby
on the banks of King Sound. Returning back
over Willare Bridge to Broome having run
the Kimberley Loop. Check-in to the hotel
before dinner.
Day 13: (FB, PD, Motel) Relax in town, on
the beach for the day or take an optional
excursion from Broome to the Willie Creek
Pearl Farm. In the afternoon we have a
farewell picnic dinner watching the sunset
on the beach. Note: Willie creek not
included, approx $100.
Day 14: (FB) Return home having fallen in
love with the unique beauty of the remote
rugged Kimberley.
5 Day Mount Augustus and Walga Rock
Inclusions:
• Walga Rock
• Sunset BBQ
• Jokers Tunnel
• Landor Race Track
• 2 Nights at Mount Augustus
• Accommodation
• 4 evening meals, 4 breakfasts, 2 lunches.
Accommodation:
Cabin - 4 nights
Coach:
Departure Date:
27th August 2016
19th April 2017
Departing From:
Capital City
Perth
Senior
Adult
$1190
$1250
$240
MOUNT
AUGUSTUS
WALGA
ROCK
YALGOO
PERTH
MEEKATHARRA
CUE
MT MAGNET
DALWALLINU
NEW NORCIA
Day 1: (MD, Cabin with ensuite) Via the
picturesque Swan Valley to New Norcia for
a morning tea break. On via Dalwallinu and
Wubin along the Great Northern Highway
to Paynes Find where we have a break,
then move on to the Gold Mining Towns of
Mount Magnet and Cue.
Aboriginal etchings around Mt Augustus
Day 2: (CB, PL, CAD, Cabin no ensuite) Cue
is a well restored historic Murchison town.
On to Meekatharra. We leave the bitumen
travelling to Mount Gould police station,
built in the late 1800’s to police Aboriginals
who were killing settlers’ stock. Picnic lunch,
before a visit to Landor Station, famous for
its bush race meeting. Arriving at Mount
Augustus Station.
Day 3: (CAB, PL, CAD, Cabin no ensuite)
At Mt. Augustus we enjoy a tour including
Edney Spring and Flintstone Rock. Later
a visit to Cattle Pool on the nearby Lyons
River. After lunch it is an opportunity to rest
and relax in this outback oasis.
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Day 4: (CAB, PD, Cabin with ensuite)
Turning south we cross the Gascoyne and
Murchinson Rivers and return to Cue. In the
afternoon we visit Walga Rock, a monolith
which is 5 km around the base and 1.5 km
long, the second largest in Australia. We
have a Bush BBQ and return to Cue.
Day 5: (CB) On to Yalgoo and a visit to
Jokers Tunnel, (a mining drive through a hill
from one side to the other). Then on to the
diagonal road to Morawa for lunch. Through
the rural scenery to Perth.
8 Day Mount Augustus, Exmouth & Coral Coast
Inclusions:
• Coral Bay Glass Bottom Boat Cruise
• Landor Race Track
• 2 Nights at Mount Augustus
• Murchison River Gorges
• HMAS Sydney Memorial in Geraldton
• Accommodation
Accommodation:
Motel - 4 nights
Cabin - 3 nights
Coach:
Departure Date:
4th September 2016
6th April 2017
Departing From:
Capital City
Perth
Senior
Adult
$2090
$2150
EXMOUTH
CORAL BAY
CARNARVON
KALBARRI
GERALDTON
PERTH
MT
AUGUSTUS
MEEKATHARRA
CUE
DALWALLINU
$560
Day 1: (MD, Cabin with ensuite) Via the
picturesque Swan Valley to New Norcia for
a morning tea break. On via Dalwallinu and
Wubin along the Great Northern Highway
to Paynes Find where we have a break,
then move onto the Gold Mining Towns
of Mt Magnet and Cue, The Queen of The
Murchison.
Day 2: (CB, PL, CAD, Cabin no ensuite) Cue
is a well restored historic Murchison town.
On to Meekatharra. We leave the bitumen
travelling to Mount Gould Police Station,
built in the late 1800’s to police Aboriginals
who were killing settlers’ stock. Picnic lunch,
then on to Landor Station, famous for its
October bush race meeting. On to Mount
Augustus Station.
Day 3: (CAB, PL, CAD, Cabin no ensuite) At
Mount Augustus we enjoy a tour including
Edney Spring and Flintstone Rock. Later a
visit to Cattle Pool on the nearby Lyons River
for a swim. After lunch it is an opportunity
to rest and relax in this outback oasis.
Day 4: (CAB, PL, MD, Motel) Heading north
west from Mount Augustus we travel past
Cobra Station and out to the North West
Coastal Highway to Cape Range National
Park and the spectacular scenery of Charles
Knife Road, where oil was first found in
Western Australia in the 1950’s. On to
Exmouth.
Day 5: (FB, MD, Motel) Exmouth is growing
rapidly with its lovely year round weather
and great recreation activities. It is the
centre for the Navy Nor-West Cape Base.
We travel to the head of the Gulf then
return to town for morning tea. Enjoy a
glass bottom boat cruise on Coral Bay to
view the beautiful coral of Ningaloo Reef.
In the afternoon to our accommodation at
Carnarvon. Note: Boat Cruise Included.
Day 6: (FB, PD, Motel) We visit the Babbage
Island Jetty and the Fishing Harbour, then
travel through the old North West sheep
station country, where so many over the last
130 years have battled drought and great
floods. Further south we stop at Overlander
Roadhouse then to Kalbarri for two nights.
Day 7: (CB, MD, Motel) See the spectacular
Murchison River Gorges of Natures Window,
the Z bend and The Loop north of town.
Return to Kalbarri for a relaxing afternoon
with optional River Cruise or a visit to
Rainbow Jungle Parrot Breeding Centre.
Note: Entry to Murchinson Gorges included.
River Cruise and Rainbow Jungle not
included.
Day 8: (CB) To Geraldton, via the
coastal road past Hutt Lagoon on to the
former convict station of Lynton, then
to Northampton for morning tea and
Geraldton for lunch. We visit the breath
taking HMAS Sydney Memorial. Afternoon
return to Perth along the Indian Ocean
Drive.
Mount Augustus, Gascoyne
Good winter rain can make the area bloom into colour
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13 Day Lake Eyre, Birdsville Track & Camerons Corner
Inclusions:
• Return Flights to Adelaide
• Historic Ray Station, Quilpie
• Flinders Ranges
• Bourke and Wills Dig Tree
• Silverton Townsite
• Stay at the Birdsville Pub
• Wadlata Outback Centre
• Cross the Cooper Creek
• Whites Mining Gallery
• Jack Absalom Gallery
• Hahndorf Village
• Cabin & Motel Accommodation
• 12 evening meals, 12 breakfasts, 6 lunches
Accommodation:
Cabin - 4 nights
Motel - 8 nights
In the case of any disruptions
(weather, mechanical or other) we
may be required to camp.
Coach:
Departure Date:
16th September 2016
25th August 2017
Departing From:
Capital City
Perth
Senior
Adult
$4390
$4450
Single Supp:
$1040
BIRDSVILLE
LAKE
EYRE
INNAMINCKA
FLINDERS
RANGES
TIBOOBURRA
HAWKER
ADELAIDE
RAY
STATION
BROKEN
HILL
HAHNDORF
Lake Eyre Scenic Flight
Day 1: (RD, Motel) We fly to Adelaide, where we
are met by our coach. Then a tour of Adelaide
City and surrounds, with free time to explore this
delightful city on the Torrens River. Later settle
into our accommodation.
Day 2: (CB, MD, Motel) Heading north to Port
Pirie. The destination for the lead and zinc
ore from Broken Hill. Smelters have been in
operation here since 1889, and it became the
biggest lead smelter in the world by 1934. Port
Pirie is also the home of the ‘Shakka’ model, at
5.5m its the longest white pointer shark landed
in South Australia. Onto Port Augusta at the
northern point of the Spencer Gulf. We visit The
Wadlata Outback Centre, a theatrical experience
depicting a journey through time in the Flinders
Ranges and the Outback of South Australia.
Later we visit the Arid Inland Botanical Gardens
and the Matthew Flinders lookout over the
upper reaches of the Gulf. Note: Wadlata Centre
included in your fare.
Day 3: (CB, MD, Motel) A great drive following
the Pichi Richi Railway through Hawker to the
spectacular Flinders Ranges, where some of
the best Outback Scenery in Australia abounds.
We visit Wilpena Pound first farmed by the Hill
Family in 1899 then the old Copper mining town
of Blinman. To Leigh Creek which supplies the
coal for the power stations at Port Augusta.
Day 4: (CB, CAD, Cabin no ensuite) Marree at
one time a major centre on the Ghan Railway to
Alice Springs. In the morning we have a optional
flight over Lake Eyre from Marree. Later it is onto
the famous Birdsville Track. With its vast stations
and scattered bores. After crossing Cooper Creek
we spend the evening at Mungerannie Station.
Note: Flight over Lake Eyre not included. Approx
$300.
Day 5: (CAB, PL, MD, Motel) Continuing along
the Track north towards Warburton Creek and
the Queensland / South Australian Border. We
arrive in Birdsville on the Dianantina River. This
outback town is as Iconic as the Harbour Bridge
or Uluru. We also visit the Birdsville Race track
which comes to life for the Birdsville Races once
a year. Staying overnight at the famous Birdsville
Pub.
Day 6: (CB, PL, RD, Cabin no ensuite) From
Birdsville the tour travels east to Betoota and the
little cattle town of Windorah in the Queensland
Channel Country, then on to Ray Station.
Burke & Wills Dig Tree
Day 7: (CB, PL, RD, Cabin no ensuite) Ray Station
was settled in 1874 by the great grandparents
of the current owner, Patsy & Sarah Tully nee
Durack. Sarah’s brother the famous Patsy
Durack urged them to follow him to Kimberley...
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they declined. Situated in the heart of Boulder
opal country near Quilpie, Ray station’s 600sq
km remains one of a select few properties in
Australia never to have changed hands since
white settlement. We hear stories and view
pictures of life on the Western Queensland
Plains. In the afternoon we search for opal on
the property.
Day 8: (CB, PL, MD, Motel) Back onto the dirt
roads and to Eromanga, home to Australia’s
largest dinosaur fossils as well as the Eromanga
Oil and Gas Basin which produces around one
and a half million barrels of oil per year. Heading
south west just before the South Australian
Border is the Burke & Wills Dig Tree. Here in
1861 the Burke & Wills expedition met its tragic
end after having returned from the Gulf of
Carpentaria to find the depot abandoned and
thus perished. The night at Innamincka.
Day 9: (CB, PL, CAD, Cabin without ensuite)
Travelling down the Strzelecki Track named after
Sir Paul Edmund de Strzelecki who named Mt
Kosciuszko. To Merty Merty Station and east to
Cameron’s Corner, the joining of SA, QLD & NSW.
Onto Tibooburra.
Day 10: (CAB, PL, MD, Motel) Depot Glen where
in 1845 Explorer Charles Sturt and his expedition
were looking for the inland sea. The region
was in severe drought and the summer was
unbearably hot. For several months the group
camped at Depot Glen. We come down the Silver
City Highway to Broken Hill.
Day 11: (CB, PD, Motel) A whole day in Broken
Hill starting with a town tour and a visit to Jack
Absalom Gallery, then learn about the mining
industry at Whites Mining Gallery and a visit to
the nearby town of Silverton where films such as
“Mad Max’ were shot. Note:Whites & Absalom
entries included.
Day 12: (CB, RD, Motel) We travel back into
South Australia on the Barrier Highway. After
lunch have a guided tour of the great heritage
copper mining town of Burra. The whole town
is classified by the National Trust. Later onto our
accommodation on the outskirts of Adelaide for
our final night.
Day 13: (CB) Into the Adelaide Hills to Hahndorf.
Settled by Lutheran migrants largely from
Prussia, many of which were aboard the Zebra.
The town is named after Captain Dirk Meinhertz
Hahn, who was captain of the Zebra. German
influence is very apparent in Hahndorf in the
traditional ‘fachwerk’ architecture of the original
surviving buildings. We return to Adelaide for
our afternoon flight home after a fabulous tour.
4 Day Northern Wildflowers
With Botanical Guide
Inclusions:
• Botanical Guide
• Coalseam National Park
• The Pinnacles in Nambung National Park
• 3 evening meals, 3 breakfasts, 1 lunch
Accommodation:
Motel - 3 nights
Coach:
Departure Date:
30th August 2016
FULL- 6th September 2016
13th September 2016
20th September 2016 - Overflow
Departing From:
Capital City
Perth
Senior
Adult
$1090
$1140
KALBARRI
DONGARA
THE PINNACLES
PERTH
$270
MULLEWA
COALSEAM
MORAWA
COOMBERDALE
Day 1: (PL, MD, Motel) Through Bindoon
and the gentle hillside farmlands to the old
school site at Wannamal for morning tea
and a delightful walk in the bush with our
wildflower guide. We visit the Coomberdale
Wildflower Farm for a very interesting
talk and display. To Carnamah for lunch
then via Three Springs and Mingenew to
Coalseam National Park for afternoon break.
Everlastings cover the ground in good years.
Later to our accommodation at Dongara.
Note: Wildflower Farm included.
Day 2: (FB, MD, Motel) To Mullewa and
a wonder in the flowers on the hillside
lookout. In town a visit to one of the many
churches built by Monsignor Dean Hawes
and pause for morning tea. Continuing to
Pindar, travel via the lovely countryside to
Tardun and another walk in the flowers.
Onto Canna’s old camp site for a delightful
walk amongst the Everlastings. Across to the
Yalgoo Morawa Road to see the beautiful
Wreath Leschenaultia, a unique flower
often growing in disturbed gravel. Afternoon
break in Morawa, return to Dongara.
Day 3: (FB, MD, Motel) After a visit to
Geraldton’s HMAS Sydney Memorial we
continue on the North West Coastal Hwy
to Binnu with a bush morning tea amongst
the flowers then via the Ajana Rd to Hawkes
Head and Ross Graeme Lookout in Kalbarri
National Park. Lunch in Kalbarri. In the
afternoon a visit to Bluff Point then via the
coastal road to Northampton and later
return to Dongara. Note: Kalbarri National
Park entry included.
Day 4: (FB) After a stop at Port Denison we
travel via the Brand Highway for a morning
flower stop. Then on to Cockleshell Gully Rd
for morning tea and a flower stop. To the
seaside of Jurien Bay for lunch. Afternoon
drive to The Pinnacles in Nambung National
Park. Later our last flower walk at Nilgen
Reserve before our return to Perth. Note:
Entry to Pinnacles included.
Note: Program details may change due to
variations in flower growth from season to
season.
Wreath, Leschenaultia
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4 Day Outback Wildflowers
Day 1: (PL, MD, Motel) Travel via Toodyay
Inclusions:
for morning break then on to Goomalling.
• Botanical Guide
• Wubin Heritage Wheat Bin Museum
Wyalkatchem for lunch and optional visit
• Jokers Tunnel
to the Agricultural Museum. North through
the beautiful wheat and canola fields to
• New Norcia Art Gallery
Koorda, Kalannie and our home for three
nights, Dalwallinu. Note: Entry to Agricultural
Museum not included.
Accommodation:
Motel - 3 nights Day 2: (FB, MD, Motel) The Shire of
Dalwallinu, the Shire of Wheat and Wattle.
Coach:
Air Suspension, Toilet, Air Cond. We visit the Heritage Wheat Bin Museum in
Wubin then head out to a few wildflower hot
Departure Date:
spots before returning to town for lunch and
27th September 2016 a visit to the Dalwallinu Discovery Centre. In
Departing From:
the afternoon we head out into the flowers
Capital City
Senior
Adult for champagne watching the sunset.
Perth
$1090
$1140 Day 3: (FB, PL, MD, Motel) We travel north
$270 along Great Northern Highway into the
Station and Goldfields country. From here the
tour moves on to one of the most interesting
features in the Goldfields, Jokers Tunnel, an
east/west drive through a hill. You are able
to walk through it. On to Yalgoo, a classic
Outback Goldmining Town. In the afternoon
it is out of the station country to the
Wheatbelt towns of Morawa and Perenjori
and return to Dalwallinu.
Day 4: (FB) A morning visit to Coomberdale
Grass Trees & Kangaroo Paw
Station Country Flowers
Wildflower Farm is delightful. We stop
in Moora for lunch before spending the
afternoon in New Norcia. Australia’s only
Monastic Town; deep in history, tradition,
architecture, art and fresh produce. We view
the amazing art in the gallery and return
to Perth. Note: Cooberdale Farm and New
Norcia Art gallery entry included.
season.
4 Day Wheatbelt & Wave Rock Wildflowers
Inclusions:
• Botanical Guide
• Cunderdin Pumping Museum
• Hyden Lace Display
• Wave Rock Entry
• Walkers Hill Winery Tasting
• Mulkas Cave
• Tin Horse Highway
• 3 evening meals, 3 breakfast.
Accommodation:
Motel - 3 nights
Coach:
Departure Date:
4th October 2016
Departing From:
Capital City
Perth
Senior
Adult
$1090
$1140
$270
Tin Horse Highway, Kulin
Day 1: (MD,
Motel) Travel via
Greenmount Hill and
the Great Eastern
Highway past the
blue Lechenaultia
flowers to Cunderdin
and a visit to the
Cunderdin Pumping
Museum. South
east to the Charles
Gardner Nature
Reserve for a
wildflower walk and
Bruce Rock for lunch.
Continuing through
the fertile soils of the Wheatbelt we come
across The Boot Mile, an interactive tourist
display unlike any other before reaching
our home for three nights in Hyden. Note:
Cunderdin Museum included.
Day 2: (FB, MD, Motel) We spend the day
exploring the interesting features of the
region, Wave Rock, Hippos Yawn, The Lace
Place, Toy Soldier Display, Wildlife Park,
Lazy D Farm and Mulkas Cave. During the
day we hope to find Orchids, Verticordia,
Cassia, Grevillea, Damperia and others,
before returning to Hyden. Note: All entries
included.
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Pig Face in the Salt Lakes, Hyden
Day 3: (FB, MD, Motel) Spending the day
to the South of Hyden in the Shire of Lake
Grace we travel along chains of lakes to
Lake King. We look for Sundews, Hakea,
Leptospermum, Chamelaucium, Synaphea
and Acacia. Afternoon visit to the Walkers
Hill Winery for a tasting. Though Newdegate
to Lake Grace and return to Hyden.
Day 4: (FB) Travelling via the Tin Horse
Highway for morning tea then Narrogin,
returning to Perth with a final wildflower
walk in the Dryandra forest along the
Hotham River.
season.
4 Day Margaret River, Busselton Wildflowers
Inclusions:
• Botanical Guide
• Margaret River Wine Tasting
• Busselton Jetty Tram
• Boranup Forest
• 3 evening meals, 3 breakfasts.
Accommodation:
Motel - 3 nights
Coach:
Departure Date:
Day 1: (MD, Motel) Starting on the Coastal Plain
11th October 2016 today we will explore a number of the nature
Departing From:
Capital City
Perth
Senior
$1090
reserves south of Perth. The plants on these
sandy alluvial soils are stunning. We view a Tuart
Adult Stand near Capel then settle into the Abbey Beach
$1140 Resort in Busselton for three nights.
$270 Day 2: (FB, MD, Motel) Today we are exploring
season.
Busselton Jetty
the Leeuwin Naturaliste National Park and the
diverse flora and fauna of it. From the wind/salt
swept coastal shrubs to the majestic Karri Trees of
the Boranup Forest. We also visit Margaret River
and stop off for a wine tasting before returning to
Busselton. Note: Wine Tasting included.
WA Kangaroo Paw
beautiful wildflowers. In the afternoon its west
down the Brockman Highway to Sues Road, a
stunning drive directly north back to Busselton.
Day 3: (FB, MD, Motel) A morning visit to the
Busselton Jetty and underwater Observation deck
before a drive down Vasse Highway to Nannup on
the Blackwood River. Amongst the Jarrah/Marri
Forest and Dairy Farms we continue our hunt for
Day 4: (FB) Our last day is up in the Darling Scarp
around the irrigation dams, creeks and National
Parks of the of the South West, with our Botanical
guide on hand to point out the range of flowers in
the forest.
4 Day Southern Wildflowers
Inclusions:
• Botanical Guide
• National Anzac Centre
• Gnomesville
• Tree Top Walk in the Valley of The Giants
• Stirling Range National Park
• Porongorups National Park
• 3 evening meals, 3 breakfast.
Accommodation:
Motel - 3 nights
Coach:
Departure Date:
18th October 2016
Departing From:
Capital City
Perth
Senior
Adult
$1090
$1140
$270
Enamel Orchid
Day 1: (MD, Motel) A delightful drive into the
Darling Range Escarpment from North Dandalup
to the picturesque forest town of Dwellingup for
morning tea break. Then over the Murray River
and through the forest where we stop for our
botanical guide to explain and show the range
of flora on the forest floor. On to Collie for
lunch. Later we visit Gnomesville, a mysterious
collection of garden gnomes of all shapes and
sizes. We continue on through the beautiful
countryside to Donnybrook, Bridgetown and our
accommodation at Manjimup.
season.
Day 2: (FB, MD, Motel) On to the Karri Forests
of Pemberton. We enjoy a delightful drive in the
forest with our guide explaining the variety of
plants that thrive in this lush ecosystem. On via
Walpole and Denmark to the giant Tinglewood
Trees of the Valley of the Giants. On to Albany
our home of two nights. Note: Tree Top Walk
included.
Day 3: (FB, MD, Motel) The area of Australia
which produces the widest variety of
wildflowers, the great gem of the Great Southern
is the Stirling Ranges. Here we stop for walks
with our botanical guide explaining and pointing
out the vast array of flowers. Later we visit Mt
Barker and an island of Karri, the Porongorups
for another floral exploration. Return to Albany.
Day 4: (FB) A morning tour of Albany, Mt
Clarence and a visit to National Anzac Centre.
Later we head home via Kojonup and Williams
and the delightful countryside of the Great
Southern. Note: Anzac Centre included
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Banksia
6 Day Floriade, Canberra, Snowy Mountains & Kelly Country
Australia’s Biggest Celebration of Spring
Inclusions:
• Cockington Green Miniature Village
• Parliament House
• The National Gallery
• The National War Memorial
• Snowy Mountains
• Guided Tour of Beechworth
• Ned Kelly Animated Re-enactment
• Return Flights
Accommodation:
Motel - 5 nights
Coach:
Departure Date:
3rd October 2016
Departing From:
Capital City
Perth
Senior
Adult
$2690
$2750
$500
CANBERRA
WANGARATTA
SNOWY MTS
GLENROWAN
MELBOURNE
Day 1: (PD, Motel) Fly into Canberra where we
are met by our coach and taken to the motel to
settle in for four nights. Note: Flights arriving
after 6pm will have picnic dinner provided in the
room.
Day 2: (CB, MD, Motel) With one million flowers
in bloom throughout Canberra’s Commonwealth
Park let Floriade stimulate your senses with
exciting demonstrations, activities, displays and
events. Admire the endless possibilities of floral
design and see the stunning display of creativity
and colour when fashion and flowers come
together. In the afternoon we visit the beautiful
Cockington Green Miniature Village
Cockington Green miniature village, representing
an English Village as well as many famous
worldwide scenes. Note: Entry to Cockington
Included.
Day 3: (CB, MD, Motel) A full day in Canberra
visiting Parliament House; The unique blend of
impressive architecture, a stunning art collection
and beautiful landscape makes Parliament House
one of our nation’s most important buildings.
The National Gallery; with more than 160,000
works of art across four main areas that belong
to the people of Australia and are preserved
and presented for their enjoyment and the
National War Memorial; combining a shrine, a
world-class museum, and an extensive archive to
commemorate the sacrifice of those Australians
who have died in war and remember, interpret
and understand the Australian experience of war.
Finishing the day off with a tour around
the Embassy District.
Day 5: (CB, MD, Motel) A day of Australian icons.
Travelling via the western side of the Snowy
Mountains down the Hume Highway we come
to the Murrumbidgee River and the equally
famous “Dog on the Tucker Box” five mile from
Gundagai. Then to the border cities of Albury
in NSW and Wodonga in VIC and a visit to the
Hume Weir, the largest dam on the Murray River.
On to Beechworth, our home for the night.
Day 6: (FB) Kelly Country, a day of history.
Firstly a tour of Beechworth where Ned and his
mother were tried and imprisoned. Then on to
Glenrowan for an animated re-enactment of
his capture at the Glenrowan Hotel. To Benella,
whose famous son was Weary Dunlop. Lastly on
to Melbourne for our flight home after a great
tour.
Day 4: (CB, RD, Motel) We travel via
Jindabyne to the Snowy Mountains
and a beautiful alpine village in the
Kosciusko National Park. Here you may
take the chairlift up the mountain. In
the afternoon down the mountains to
Cooma and back to Canberra. Note:
Chairlift not included in your fare
approx $30.
Parliament House, Canberra
National War Memorial, Canberra
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7 Day South Australia, Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre & Flinders Ranges
With Scenic Flight Over Lake Eyre
Inclusions:
• Return Flights
• Arid Inland Botanical Gardens
• Wilpena Panorama
• Scenic Flight over Lake Eyre
• Wilpena Pound
• Guided Tour of Burra
Accommodation:
Motel - 6 nights
Coach:
Departure Date:
5th October 2016
Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre
Departing From:
Capital City
Perth
Senior
Adult
$2990
$3050
$500
LAKE EYRE
MARREE
PORT
AUGUSTA
PORT PIRIE
FLINDERS
RANGES
HAWKER
BURRA
HAHNDORF
ADELAIDE
Day 1: (MD, Motel) We fly to Adelaide, where we
delightful city including the Torrens River. Later
settle into the accommodation in Elizabeth.
Day 2: (CB, MD, Motel) Heading north to Port
Pirie. The destination for the lead and zinc
ore from Broken Hill. Smelters have been in
operation here since 1889, and it became the
biggest lead smelter in the world by 1934. Port
Pirie is also the home of the ‘Shakka’ model, at
5.5m it’s the longest white pointer shark landed
in South Australia. Onto Port Augusta at the
northern point of the Spencer Gulf. We visit The
Wadlata Outback Centre, a theatrical experience
Ranges and the Outback of South Australia.
In the late afternoon there is an optional boat
cruise up the northern reaches of the Spencers
Gulf, a unique way to view the Flinders Ranges,
as they go through their colour display at sunset.
Note: Wadlata Centre included. Boat cruise not
included.
Day 3: (CB, MD, Motel) A morning visit the Arid
Inland Botanical Gardens and the Matthew
Flinders lookout over the upper reaches of the
Gulf. Then we follow the Pichi Richi Railway
up to Quorn then onto Hawker, the hub of the
Flinders Ranges. In Hawker you may wish to visit
the Wilpena Panorama a 33m long and 3.5m
high artwork produced by Jeff Morgan. Later up
to Leigh Creek.
Day 4: (CB, RD, Motel) We leave the bitumen
at Lyndhurst to arrive at Marree, at one time
a major centre on the Ghan Railway to Alice
Springs. Today is all about Lake Eyre, one of the
largest lakes in Australia and also the lowest
point on the continent. The Lake Eyre Basin is a
very special part of Australia. It covers one sixth
of the continent and holds some of the rarest,
least exploited ecosystems on the planet. We
visit its southern shores and have a flight over
Lake Eyre. Later dinner before returning to Leigh
Creek. Note: 1.5 hour Lake Eyre flight included in
your fare.
Day 5: (CB, MD, Motel) South to Parachilna
where we head into the Flinders Ranges for a
visit to Blinman, a cute little Tin Mining town
set among the ranges. Later, stunning Wilpena
Pound first farmed by the Hill Family in 1899.
Coming out of the Flinders Ranges return to Port
Augusta.
Day 6: (CB, RD, Motel) We travel back towards
Adelaide via Orroroo and Peterborough. After
lunch have a guided town tour of the great
heritage copper mining town of Burra. The whole
town is classified by the National Trust. Later
onto our accommodation in Adelaide.
Day 7: (CB) Into the Adelaide Hills to Birdwood
then onto Hahndorf. Settled by Lutheran
migrants largely from Prussia, many of which
were aboard the Zebra. The town is named after
Captain Dirk Meinhertz Hahn, who was captain
of the Zebra. German influence is very apparent
in Hahndorf in the traditional ‘fachwerk’
architecture of the original surviving buildings.
We return to Adelaide for our afternoon flight
home after a fabulous tour of South Australia.
Wilpena Pound, Flinders Ranges
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8 Day Voyage of Discovery Tour
A Festival of Music, Art, Culture & History
Including Day Cruise to Dirk Hartog Island
Celebrate a significant event in Western Australian History.
Four centuries ago, by mistake the first European landing on the WA coast was
recorded, only the second on the whole Australian Continent.
The WA and Dutch Government have great plans to celebrate this event
including an Outdoor Concert, Golden Age Ball, Duyfken Visit & Discovery Hub;
With more events still to be announced.
As with many large regional events accommodation is already almost sold out
so Casey Tours are setting up a camp in Denham to give great access to all the
festivities as well as the regular features of the World Heritage Area.
Inclusions:
• Full day cruise to Dirk Hartog Island
• Outdoor Concert
• Discovery Hub
• ND5 Exhibition
• Peron Homestead
• Pinnacles Desert
• 6 evening meals, 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch.
Accommodation:
Motel - 2 nights
Camping - 5 nights
Coach:
Departure Date:
20th October 2016
Departing From:
Capital City
Perth
Single Supp:
DIRK
HARTOG
ISLAND
CRUISE
Senior
Adult
$1690
$1730
All accommodation
Tent nights only
5
$240
$80
SHARK
BAY
GERALDTON
DONGARA 2
PINNACLES
PERTH
Day 1: Thurs 20th October (MD, Motel) Along the
Indian Ocean Drive to the Pinnacles in Nambung
National Park, enjoy morning tea as you wander
this interesting landscape. Lunch in Jurien Bay,
a major base for the WA fishing industry. In the
afternoon we meander through Lesueur National
Park; the second most diverse flora region in WA.
On to Port Denison and Dongara. Note: Entry to
Pinnacles included.
Day 2: Fri 21st October (FB, CAD, Tent in CVan
Park) Morning tour of Geraldton. Over recent
years Geraldton has had some major changes in
the town. We visit the HMAS Sydney Memorial
overlooking the town then take some time to
enjoy the new foreshore area. Travel along the
North West Coastal Highway to Billabong before
heading out to Shark Bay, reaching Denham
Australia’s most Westerly town.
Day 3: Sat 22nd October (CAB, Tent in CVan Park)
With Denham abuzz as never before there will
be historical, artistic and cultural displays. Set on
the picturesque Denham Foreshore, the Outdoor
Concert will be a musical event to remember
featuring high profile local musicians playing in
this stunning spot by the water. There will be
delicious local produce stalls and flowing fine
wine to be enjoyed while listening to sweet tunes
amongst the natural beauty of the foreshore.
Day 4: Sun 23rd October (CAB, CAD, Tent in
CVan Park) To Monkey Mia to visit the Wild
Dolphins that have been gathering in the waters
off this remote beach for decades. There is
plenty of time to enjoy this calm beach and
Information Centre. Back to Denham for lunch
a free afternoon. At the setting of the sun the
fun continues with “The Golden Age, 1616 Ball”.
Step back in time to the Golden Age of Dutch
history, where prosperity and affluence were the
order of the day. Celebrating the pioneering era
in style to honor the Dutch’s period of golden
achievements, we encourage guests to embrace
the theme of ‘Gold’ and enjoy a sumptuous
banquet fit for Dirk Hartog. Note: 1616 Ball
optional extra $155.
Day 5: Mon 24th October (CAB, PL, CAD, Tent in
CVan Park) Departing Denham we enjoy a cruise
aboard the Catamaran Aristocat. This very stable
18m vessel has all the comforts possible and
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offers the perfect platform to explore Shark Bay
and Dirk Hartog Island. Discover amazing and
endangered marine life in nature’s aquarium in
this incredibly untouched World Heritage Area.
Sit back, relax and watch some of the 230 species
of birds fly past as you see dolphins, loggerhead
turtles or dugongs, just as Dirk Hartog and his
crew would have encounted them. Note: Cruise
included.
Day 6: Tues 25th October (CAB, CAD, Tent in
CVan Park) Morning visit to “Ocean Park”, an
exciting eco-friendly and interactive aquarium
that is located on the pristine shores of the
Shark Bay World Heritage Marine Park. The park
enables guests to see, touch and learn about
the fascinating marine creatures found in the
heritage listed area including turtles, rays and
sea snakes. Return to Denham for a reenactment
of the landing of Dirk Hartog 400 years ago
to the day. Later enjoy a BBQ dinner at Peron
Homestead, once an extensive sheep station.
Enjoy a dip in the artesian fed hot baths to wind
up the festivities. Note: Peron Homestead and
Ocean Park entries included.
Day 7: Wed 26th October (CAB, MD, Motel)
Leaving the Peron Peninsula we visit Shell Beach
and the Stromatolites of Hamelin Pool before
reaching the North West Coastal Highway. Lunch
in Northampton and return to our Dongara motel
for a final night dinner.
Day 8: Thur 27th October (FB) A hearty breakfast
before returning to Perth along the Brand
Highway and Moora full of Dirk and the history of
the European early explorers and admiration for
their determination and skill.
8 Day Historic Goldfields, Esperance & Albany
Departing on the Prospector Train
Inclusions:
• Lake Ballard Statues
• Bluff Knoll in the Stirling Ranges
• Esperance Boat Cruise
• Super Pit in Kalgoorlie
• National ANZAC Centre
• Royal Flying Doctor Centre
• Plantagenet Wine Tasting
• Perth to Kalgoorlie Train Journey
Accommodation:
Motel - 7 nights
Coach:
Departure Date:
8th November 2016
Departing From:
Capital City
Senior
Adult
$1990
With TransWA Voucher
$2050
$1950
$620
Perth
LAKE BALLARD
MENZIES
ECTOR
PROSP
TRAIN
COOLGARDIE
PERTH
KALGOORLIE
NORSEMAN
KOJONUP
ESPERANCE
STIRLING
RANGES
RAVENSTHORPE
BREMER BAY
ALBANY
Day 1: (MD, Motel) Departing from the East
Perth Railway terminal early we relax aboard
the Prospector Train along the Avon River
up the Darling Scarp into the wheatbelt and
through the goldfields to Kalgoorlie
Day 2: (CB, PD, Motel) Off to see the old
Gold Towns to the North. Firstly due north of
Kalgoorlie is Broad Arrow. North again from
here is Menzies. From Menzies we head west to
the world renowned Antony Gormley statues on
Lake Ballard. We enjoy a dusk champagne bush
BBQ at the Lake and return to Kalgoorlie
Day 3: (CB, MD, Motel) We have a tour of
Kalgoorlie and Boulder then free time for lunch
before a visit to the Super Pit lookout and the
famous Two Up Ring. We finish up the day at
the Royal Flying Doctor Aircraft Base for an
interesting tour.
Day 4: (CB, MD Motel) South via Coolgardie to
Noresman where over 100 tonne of Gold has
been taken out of the ground here since 1892.
Continuing through Salmon Gums and the area
heavily affected by fire in November 2015, to
Esperance.
Lake Ballard Statues
Day 5: (CB, MD, Motel) A full day in Esperance
commences with a boat cruise in the harbour
and nearby stunning islands. After lunch enjoy
some free time to explore Esperance. We take a
delightful trip along the coast, Twilight Drive and
return to Esperance via Pink Lake. Note: Boat
Cruise included.
Day 6: (FB, MD, Motel) Departing Esperance it
is on to Ravensthorpe and Jerramungup before
turning out to Bremer Bay. We have a delightful
time in Bremer Bay visiting the town, the very
beautiful beaches and scenery in the area. Later
we reach Albany.
Day 7: (FB, MD, Motel) Departing Albany to
Southern West Australia’s highest peak, Bluff
Knoll in the Stirling Ranges. Then via the very
impressive Stirling Range Drive to Mt Barker and
a visit to Plantagenet Wines for a tasting. Return
to Albany. Note: Wine Tasting included.
Day 8: (CB) Morning tour of Albany City then to
Mount Clarence and The National ANZAC Centre
on Mount Adelaide. After lunch travel via Albany
Highway through Kojonup and Williams to return
Prospector Train to Kalgoorlie to Perth. Note: Entry to ANZAC Centre included.
5 Day 4WD Southern Ocean National Parks
Inclusions:
• Cruise from Walpole on Nornalup Inlet
• Shannon National Park
• D’Entrecasteaux National Park
• Fitzgerald River National Park
• Cape Le Grand National Park
• Cape Arid National Park
• Walpole - Nornalup National Park
Accommodation:
Motel - 4 nights
Coach:
Departure Date:
2nd November 2016
Departing From:
Capital City
Perth
Senior
Adult
$1240
$1290
$320
PERTH
LAKE
GRACE
KATANNING
NORTHCLIFFE
LAKE
KING
CAPE
ARID
ESPERANCE
HOPETOUN
ALBANY
Cape Le Grand National Park, Esperance
Day 1: (MD, Motel) Travelling along Albany
Highway to Williams before Lunch in Katanning
and an afternoon drive through the Mallee and
the old Carrolup mission site. Afternoon on to
Albany, our home for two nights.
Day 2: (FB, PD, Motel) Along the stunning
Southern Ocean we stop at Walpole for a cruise
with WOW Cruises on the Nornalup Inlet. Enjoy
the beautiful drive on Chesapeake Road through
the D’Entrecasteaux National Park to Northcliffe
return to Walpole through the Shannon National
Park. Later back to our accommodation in Albany.
Day 3: (FB, MD, Motel) Via Jerramungup and into
the Fitzgerald River National Park to Hopetoun.
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Along the Southern Ocean Road past Jerdacuttup
Lakes to Starvation Harbour on the way to
Esperance.
Day 4: (CB, PL, MD, Motel) Morning visit to Cape
Arid National Park and the mouth of the Thomas
River over to Cape Le Grand National Park with
its spectacular white beaches and interesting
rocky headlands for a picnic lunch. After a
wander down the sand we drive over to the west
of Esperance to Twilight Bay.
Day 5: (CB) Through the wheat fields North West
of Esperance to Lake King. Lunch in Lake Grace
before returning to Perth after covering the great
National Parks of the Southern Ocean.
16 Day New Zealand - Including the Bay of Isles
Inclusions:
• Airfares to Christchurch and from Auckland
• Milford Sound Cruise & Lunch
• Bay of Isles Cruise
• Cruise Lake Wakatipu
• TranzAlpine Rail Journey
• Agrodome
• Thermal mud pools & geysers
• Traditional Maori Hangi & Concert
• Tours; Christchurch, Dunedin & Wellington
• Cruise on the Interislander Ferry
Accommodation:
Tour Run In Conjunction with Grand Pacific Tours
Motel - 15 nights
Coach:
Air Suspension, Toilet, Air Cond
Departure Date:
5th November 2016
2nd Feburary 2017
Departing From:
Capital City
Perth
Senior
Adult
$5590
$5690
Australian Government and airport taxes $160
Single Supplement
$1400
Bay Of
Isles
AUCKLAND
Waitomo
Caves
Rotorua
Taupo
Ferry accros
Cook Strait
WELLINGTON
Picton
Milford
Sound
Franz Josef
Arthurs
Glacier
Pass
CHRISTCHURCH
Queenstown
Te Anau
We depart Perth in the afternoon of the 4th
November. Fly through the night and arrive
in New Zealand in the morning of the 5th
November.
Day1: (MD, Motel) On arrival into Christchurch
you will be met by a Grand Pacific Tours
representative and transferred to your hotel.
Day 2: (FB, MD, Motel) After an introductory
city sights tour depart Christchurch and travel
through the southern Canterbury Plains to Lake
Tekapo. See the brilliant turquoise water, visit
The Church of the Good Shepherd and view the
Sheep Dog Statue. Marvel at the spectacular
mountain ranges including Mt Cook, New
Zealand’s highest peak. The opportunity is
available (time and weather permitting) to enjoy
a scenic flight (optional) over the Southern Alps
before travelling to Omarama.
Day 3: (FB, RD, Motel) Depart Omarama and see
Lake Benmore, before following the Waitaki River
to Oamaru, famous for its limestone. Enjoy time
at this unique precinct where several amazing
buildings and shops are on show. Continue south
to Dunedin and enjoy a city sights tour followed
by some free time. Tonight a Scottish evening will
be presented comprising of bagpipes, great food,
Milford Sound, South Island, NZ
special Haggis Ceremony and gift.
Day 4: (FB, MD, Motel) This morning travel out
along the Otago Peninsula to Larnach Castle
where you hear of the tragic and scandalous
history on a guided tour. Next visit Glenfalloch
Restaurant for a delightful morning tea. Farewell
Dunedin and travel through Balclutha and Gore
to Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland and your
overnight stay. Tonight you may like to visit the Te
Anau Glow Worm Caves (optional).
Day 5: (FB, PL, Motel) Depart Te Anau for a
fascinating drive to Milford Sound where you
board your launch for a cruise on this magnificent
fiord. See the spectacular Bowen Falls and
towering Mitre Peak as you enjoy a picnic
lunch. This afternoon travel to Queenstown,
overlooking magical Lake Wakatipu. Spend the
next two nights at this year round resort which
offers a wide range of activities and attractions.
This evening is free and you may choose to dine
at one of the many fine restaurants
Day 6: (FB, RD, Motel) Today is a free day for you
to explore Queenstown at leisure. Your Coach
Captain is available to assist with the many
sightseeing options available, whether it be the
thrill of a jet boat ride, a heritage tour to Skippers
Canyon or the helicopter ride of a lifetime.
This evening board the vintage steamship TSS
Earnslaw and cruise across Lake Wakatipu to
Walter Peak Station. On arrival sit back and relax
as you are treated to the best of New Zealand’s
high country cuisine in the Colonel’s Homestead.
After dinner enjoy a short farm tour then reboard
the TSS Earnslaw for a sing along by the piano as
you cruise back to Queenstown.
Day 7: (FB, MD, Motel) Travel to Arrowtown, an
old gold mining village and visit the Lakes District
Museum. Continue via the Haast Pass to the
mighty West Coast, an area of stunning beauty.
See the snow capped peaks of the Southern Alps
as you travel to Fox Glacier. Time is available to
experience a scenic flight (optional, weather
permitting) over the spectacular glaciers before
continuing to Franz Josef.
Day 8: (FB, MD, Motel) Travel to Hokitika and
visit the Greenstone Factory. Continue into
Arthur’s Pass and board The TranzAlpine,
renowned as one of the great train journeys of
the world. View rivers and valleys as you travel
through the Waimakariri Basin, over massive
viaducts and through the patchwork farmlands
of the Canterbury Plains to the elegant city
of Christchurch. On arrival your coach will be
waiting to transfer you to your hotel
Day 9: (FB, MD, Motel) Travel along the East
Coast to the seaside village of Kaikoura. Enjoy
the spectacular scenery as you travel through
Marlborough Country, famous for its food and
wine. Continue to Picton, where you board the
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Interislander Ferry for your journey through the
Marlborough Sounds and across Cook Strait to
Wellington.
Day 10: (FB, Motel) Today explore this exciting
region and enjoy an extensive city tour which
explains the history and culture on show in New
Zealand’s capital, Wellington. A highlight will be
time to explore Te Papa, New Zealand’s National
Museum, with exhibits that embrace both Maori
and European views of the land, environment
and people. Enjoy some free time to explore at
leisure this afternoon. This evening is also free
and you may choose to dine at one of the many
fine restaurants.
Day 11: (FB, MD, Motel) Depart Wellington and
view the snow capped peaks of Mt Ruapehu and
Mt Tongariro as you travel to Lake Taupo. Visit
the spectacular Huka Falls then travel along the
Thermal Explorer Highway to the geothermal
wonderland of Rotorua.
Day 12: (FB, RD, Motel) Today begins with a
Gondola ride to Cableway Restaurant where a
buffet breakfast and spectacular views are on
offer. Travel to the Agrodome where you see
performing sheep, a shearing display and sheep
dog trial. Next visit Paradise Valley Springs, a
superb wildlife park where you can hand feed
rainbow trout. Some free time is available before
travelling to Te Puia to see the boiling mud pools
and awesome Geysers that Rotorua is famous for.
This evening experience an entertaining Maori
Hangi and Concert.
Day 13: (FB, MD, Motel) This morning depart
Rotorua and travel north via Auckland. Continue
via Whangarei to Paihia, situated in the heart
of the beautiful Bay of Islands. Enjoy an
introduction to the Bay of Islands, location of the
signing of the treaty between the Maori tribes
and the British.
Day 14: (FB, MD, Motel) This morning cruise
through the beautiful Bay of Islands on board a
luxury catamaran to Cape Brett and the famous
Hole in the Rock. Keep an eye out for bottlenose
and common dolphins before returning via
Russell to Paihia for a free afternoon. A range
of optional activities are available or you
may choose to relax and enjoy the pleasant
atmosphere of the waterfront.
Day 15: (FB, RD, Motel) Depart the Bay of
Islands this morning and travel via Whangarei
and Dargaville to Matakohe. Enjoy a visit and
informative talk at the Kauri Museum before
continuing to Auckland for a city sights tour. This
evening you will be treated to a farewell dinner
with your new found friends.
Day 16: (FB) Time to say goodbye. You will be
transferred to the airport for your flight after a
memorable New Zealand holiday.
10 Day Tasmanian Tour
New attraction added: Tahune Forest Airwalk
Inclusions:
• Return Flights
• Gordon River & Macquarie Harbour Cruise
• Port Arthur Prison
• Russell Falls
• Mount Wellington
• Tahune Forest Airwalk
• The Wall in the Wilderness
• Beaconsfield Mine & Heritage Centre
• Tasmanian Devil
• Cataract Gorge
• Hobart Cadbury Factory
Accommodation:
Motel - 9 nights
Coach:
Departure Date:
21st November 2016
Departing From:
Capital City
Perth
Senior
Adult
$3790
$3840
STANLEY
$700
DEVONPORT
ST HELENS
LAUNCESTON
ZEEHAN
QUEENSTOWN
ST MARYS
CONARA
STRAHAN
HOBART
SORELL
PORT AURTHUR
Day 1: (PD, Motel) Fly to Hobart. On arrival we
are met by our coach and transported to our
Motel. Note: Flights arriving after 6pm will have
picnic dinner provided in the room.
Day 2: (CB, MD, Motel) Hobart, a wonderful
day touring the city, Salemenca, Mt Wellington
Tahune Airwalk, Huon Valley
(weather permitting), Battery Point, Botanical
Gardens and an afternoon enjoy the Hobart CBD
at your leisure.
Day 3: (CB, MD, Motel) A whole day trip to Port
Arthur to hear and see the dreadful history
of Australia’s most infamous prison. The Port
Arthur penal settlement began life as a small
timber station in 1830. Port Arthur quickly
grew in importance within the penal system of
the colonies. The initial decade of settlement
saw a penal station hacked from the bush, and
the first manufactories - such as ship building,
shoemaking, smithing, timber and brick making established. In the 1840s the convict population
reached over 1100. Note: Entry to Port Arthur
included.
Day 4: (CB, MD, Motel) A visit to a wildlife park to
see the Tasmanian Devil, then on to the Cadbury
Factory. In the afternoon we drive through the
Huon Valley to the Tahune Forest Airwalk, a
tranquil forest walk up to 48m above the forest
and river below. Note: Cadbury Factory, Wildlife
Park and Air Walk included.
Day 5: (CB, MD, Motel) Off to the West Coast,
via New Norfolk and very impressive Russell Falls
and along the mountain roads to “The Wall in
the Wilderness” a grand artwork by local wood
artist Greg Duncan. Past Lake St Clair then on to
the spectacular bald hills of Queenstown. The
vegetation killed by acid rain emitted from the
copper smelters of earlier times. Note: Wall entry
included.
Day 6: (CB, PL, MD, Motel) To Strahan for a
wonderful cruise on the Gordon River, one of
the most beautiful rivers in Australia. In the
afternoon on to the old Mining Town of Zeehan,
named after Able Tasman’s ship. Note: Boat
cruise included.
Day 7: (CB, MD, Motel) Up the West Coast to
Roseberry, beautiful Hellyer Gorge and on the
North Coast to Stanley, a most unusual feature
“The Nut” where there is a chairlift. Along the
North Coast to Burnie and Devonport.
Day 8: (CB, RD, Motel) Over to the fabulous
little town of Beaconsfield and a visit to the
Beaconsfield Mine & Heritage Centre. Then south
along the Tamar River to Launceston taking in the
unique “Swiss Village” on the way.
Day 9: (CB, RD, Motel) Via the Tasman Highway
to Scottsdale and the old tin mining town of
Derby. Then on to the East Coast and the towns
of St. Helens and St Marys. Later a visit to Perth
and back to Launceston.
Day 10: (CB) We tour Launceston and Cataract
Gorge and continue to explore stunning Tamar
Valley. In the afternoon fly home having fallen in
love with Tasmania.
Port Arthur, Convict Settlement
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4 Day Summer South West Delights
Cherries-Wine-Lavender-Berries-Marron-Alpacas-Beer-Cider-Cheese
Day 1: (MD, Motel) Travel to Donnybrook, the
heart of one of WA’s richest fruit growing regions.
We visit a orchard for some apples and stone
fruit after lunch in town. Its a short hop to enjoy
a tasting of the local wines at Barrecas Winery.
Then make our way via Greenbushes Pool and
mine site to Manjimup our home for the next
three nights.
Inclusions:
• Donnelly River Cruise
• Manjimup Cherry Farm
• Jalbrook Estate Alpacas
• Old Butter Factory Museum
• Aristos Waterfront Cafe Bunbury
Accommodation:
Motel - 3 nights
Coach:
Departure Date:
5th December 2016
Departing From:
Capital City
Perth
Senior
Adult
$1090
$1140
Single Supplement
Day 2: (FB, MD, Motel) Through the forest to
the Lavender and Berry Farm east of Pemberton
for morning tea in the gardens, into Pemberton
we stop in at Forest Fresh Marron to hear about
this unique West Australian freshwater crayfish.
Time for lunch in town and a visit to the Museum
housed in the original school building of the early
settlement. We take a afternoon Cruise on the
picturesque and tranquil Donnelly River, amongst
$270
PERTH
DONNYBROOK
BUNBURY
MANJIMUP
NANNUP
PEMBERTON
Donnelly River Cruise
a unique and diverse ecosystem that is only
accessible by boat. Return to Manjimup.
Day 3: (FB, MD, Motel) A stunning morning
drive through the Donnelly Mill Region to
Nannup. Spend the morning browsing the
craft shops in the town of Nannup. Enjoy the
striking countryside as you follow the beautiful
Blackwood River to Balingup on the “Blackwood
Scenic Drive”. Learn about the alpacas at the
Jalbrook Estate. Wonder the quaint town of
Balingup before heading to Bridgetown where
we visit the Bridgetown Brewery. Enjoy a relaxing
dinner at the Motel.
Day 4: ( FB, PL) To the coast at Busselton and the
Old Butter Factory Museum, this one-hectare site
is nestled on the banks of the picturesque Vasse
River with exhibits demonstrating Busselton’s
diverse agricultural,
forestry and maritime
history. To Bunbury where
we enjoy a late fish and
chips lunch at the Aristos
Waterfront Cafe. Opened
by the ‘Surprise Chef’
himself. With a visit to the
Harvey Cheese Factory
mid way home we return
to Perth after a wonderful
four days indulging in the
South West and its delights.
5 Day Kimberley During “The Wet”
Inclusions:
• Airfares to and from Kununurra
• Scenic Flight Over Bungles and Lake Arglye
• Hoochery Distillery
Accommodation:
Motel - 4 nights
Coach:
Charter Bus/Coach
Departure Date:
24th February 2017
Departing From:
Capital City
Perth
Senior
Adult
$3050
$3090
$320
Day 1: (MD, Motel) Fly to Kununurra where we
settle into our motel for four nights and start to
acclimatise to the Northern Wet.
Day 2: (FB, MD, Motel) Spend the day visiting
attractions around Kununurra. A walk up Kelly’s
Knob gives a stunning view of the Ord River and
the irrigated farming land to the north. The Ord
River Irrigation Area (Stage 1) covers 14,500 ha.
With construction now started on Ord Stage
Two; which could cover an irrigated area of up
to 32,000 ha, with 75% being in WA and 25 % in
the NT. We tour around the farms of sandalwood,
maize, vegetables, melons, mangoes and
countless other crops. In the afternoon enjoy a
talk and tasting at the Hoochery, makers of WA’s
only rum, an interesting visit for drinkers and non
drinkers alike. Note: Hoochery tasting included.
Day 3: (FB, MD, Motel) Today is all about getting
up in the air and viewing giant rivers snaking
through the landscape. We take off from
Kununurra and fly over The Bungle Bungle Range
in Purnululu National Park, The Argyle Diamond
Mine, Lake Argyle and the Ord River Irrigation
Area. We see the size and power of the rivers
in the wet. In the afternoon over to the historic
port of Wyndham,
established by John
Forrest in 1885 as a
result of a gold rush at
Halls Creek, and now
the port centre for the
East Kimberley. From
the top of the Five
Rivers Lookout view
the Ord, Forest, King,
Durack and Pentecost
rivers all empty into the
Cambridge Gulf. Later we
take a drive down the
Gibb River Road towards
El Questro Station. Note:
Bungles flight included.
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Day 4: (FB, PL, MD, Motel) Travel to Lake Argyle
for a cruise on the lake, looking out for crocodiles,
wallabies and fish while our guide informs us
of the geology, history and environment of
this picturesque area. After lunch, cruise down
the Ord River 55km back to Kununurra. In the
evening we can spot the red eyes of fresh water
crocodiles on Lake Kununurra alongside our
motel. Note: Lake Argyle and Ord River Cruises
included.
Day 5: (FB) Departing Kununurra we fly over the
Kimberley and return home after a memorable
experience in “The Wet” of Northern Australia.
Note: Some modifications may need to be made
due to weather conditions.
Homestead Falls, Lake Argyle
Sometimes flowing in the dry, a torrent in the wet
4 Day Boyup Brook Country Music Festival
Inclusions:
• 3 Day Pass into Music Bowl
• Boyup Brook Ute & Truck Muster
• Harvey Dicksons Country Music Centre
• WA Country Music Awards
• Bush Poets Breakfast
• Art Exhibition & Awards
• Street Carnival
• Comfortable Camping Accommodation
• 1 evening meal, 3 breakfasts, 1 lunch
Accommodation:
Comfortable Camping - 3 nights
Pre-erected tents, dining marquee
Coach:
4WD Coach, Air Cond, Toilet
Departure Date:
17th February 2017
Departing From:
Capital City
Perth
Senior
Adult
$950
$990
$80
Day 1: (PD, Tent in Cvan Park) Departing Perth
mid morning, we have morning tea in Harvey
before heading into the Darling Scarp and into
Collie for Lunch. In the afternoon we arrive at our
pre-erected camp in Boyup Brook. We settle in,
get to know our fellow campers before heading
to the Boyup Brook Music Shell with a picnic
dinner for the first concert of the weekend.
Day 2: (CAB, Tent in Cvan Park) Saturday starts
with the 12th Year of the Ute and Truck Muster
and Street Parade with the vehicles on display
after the parade. There are street markets and
stalls throughout the town. This is a great time to
wander this beautiful town and meet the locals.
At noon the Music Shell starts up again and the
Country Music flows into the balmy night. Along
with the long list of artists is also the WA Country
Music Awards.
Day 3: (CAB, PL, CAD, Tent in Cvan Park) Sunday
morning brings the Bush Poets to the stage,
Ginger, Evan & Terry; Band of Mates
enjoy the morning under the Eucalyptus on
the banks of the Blackwood River listening to
some of Australias’ best Bush Poets and their
yarns about the country and the characters. We
take a drive out to Harvey Dickson’s Country
Music Centre to see their amazing collection of
memorabilia before returning to camp for our
final night hoe-down with some of the acts from
the festival dropping in to play, dance and party
with us. A great way to see out the festival.
Day 4: (CAB) After a hearty breakfast, we depart
camp travelling via the interesting “little town”
of Gnomesville in the Ferguson Valley to Bunbury
for lunch. We return to Perth along the Forrest
Highway and arrive mid afternoon.
8 Day Holland Track & Golden Quest Discovery Trail
Inclusions:
• Wave Rock & Hippos Yawn
• Hannans North Tourist Mine
• Kalgoorlie Boulder Museum
• Superpit Tour
• Niagara Dam
• Hoover House Museum
• Great Beyond Explorers Hall of Fame
• Lake Ballard Sculptures
Accommodation:
Motel - 7 Nights
Coach:
4WD Coach, Air Cond, Toilet
Departure Date:
20th March 2017
Departing From:
Capital City
Perth
Senior
Adult
$1990
$2050
$620
Day 1: (MD, Motel) Travel via Pumphreys Bridge
and the Dryandra Forest to Narrogin for lunch
then Wagin and its big Ram. In the afternoon we
settle into the motel in Katanning.
Day 2: (CB, MD, Motel) In Broomehill we visit
the museum to discover the rich history of the
John Holland Track, cut in 1893. Then we start
off following the footsteps of the pioneering
John Holland as we retrace the route he cut to
the goldfields. You’ll pass by Nyabing and Lake
Grace, with its shallow salt lake and a superb
lookout. Continue through rich farmland, taking
in Holland Soak and Silver Wattle Hill before
reaching Newdegate. Overnight in Hyden.
NEW
TOUR
Celebrating the achievements and endurance of the Goldfield Pioneers
to the Golden Quest Discovery Trail and visit a
Day 3: (FB, MD, Motel) Morning visit to Wave
number of historic sites, including Mt Morgans,
Rock before passing through the State Barrier
Hawks Nest, and John Aspinall’s Grave. Arriving in
Fence and on to the Breakaways, McDermid
Laverton, we explore The Great Beyond Explorers
Rock and past Lake Johnston along the John
Hall of Fame and Police precinct before returning
Holland Way. Re-joining the John Holland Track,
to our Leonora accommodation.
we continue on to Victoria Rocks for a stop
before arriving at Coolgardie, ‘The Mother of the
Day 7: (CB, PL, MD, Motel) We complete our
Goldfields.’ Overnight in Kalgoorlie.
trek along the Golden Quest Discovery Trail
through the old gold mining towns of Mt Ida
Day 4: (CB, RD, Motel) Today we explore
and Copperfield before arriving at the ‘Inside
the historic streetscape of Kalgoorlie and its
Australia’ Installation at Lake Ballard, featuring
pioneering gold-rush history. A visit to Hannans
51 sculptures by renowned English Sculpture Sir
North Tourist Mine, the WA Kalgoorlie Boulder
Antony Gormley. We continue south to Ularring
Museum and the Superpit lookout overlooking
Soak and site of Davyhurst before stopping at
the immense open cut will be followed by a tour
of the Superpit. We head out for dinner at one of Credo Station and exploring the old station
buildings. After a stop at Rowles Lagoon, an
Kalgoorlies’ many hotels.
unexpected body of fresh water, we return to the
Day 5: (CB, PL, MD, Motel) We begin the Golden sealed road via Broadarrow Hotel and complete
Quest Discovery Trail with a stop at the Ghost
our circuit of the Golden Quest Discover Trail.
Town of Kununalling. After a morning stop at
Day 8: (CB) Following the Golden Pipeline back
the Historic Ora Banda Hotel, we travel via
to Perth. The pipe provides the essential water
Siberia and Goongarrie to Menzies. Leaving the
supply to allow the Goldfields to flourish, this
highway, we detour to Niagara Dam and the
ambitious feat was an engineering masterpiece
‘Living Ghost Town’ of Kookynie and the historic
with tragic outcomes. We arrive back in Perth
Grand Hotel before continuing on to Leonora.
having retraced the footsteps of John Holland,
Day 6: (CB, MD, Motel) This morning we explore
the Goldfields Pioneers and the engineers that
the restored mining town of Gwalia with the
brought life-giving water to the goldfields.
museum and historic Hoover House, built by
future US President Herbert Hoover. We return
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9 Day Adelaide, South Australia & Kangaroo Island
With 3 Nights on the Murray Princess
Inclusions:
• Airfares to and from Adelaide
• 3 Night Murray River Paddlesteamer
• Monarto Open Plains Zoo
• Burra Guided Tour
• Olivewood Estate Renmark
• Ruston’s Roses
• Eucalyptus Oil Distillery
• Accommodation
Accommodation:
Motel - 5 nights
Inside Cabin with Ensuite -3 Nights
Coach:
Departure Date:
31st March 2017
Departing From:
Capital City
Perth
Senior
Adult
$3790
$3850
$650
Day 1: (MD, Murray Princess) Land in Adelaide
and transfer out to Mannum to board the Murray
Princess. We depart downriver while you enjoy a
Welcome Dinner. As we cruise under floodlight to
our overnight mooring at Mundurra, you may see
nocturnal wildlife on the riverbank.
Day 2: (FB, PL, MD, Murray Princess) After a
hearty breakfast a guided tour of Murray Bridge’s
historic landmarks and local attractions, back on
board the Murray Princess in time for lunch. We
continue cruising upriver with a brief stop-over
in Mannum before mooring at Salt Bush Flat;
you will have the opportunity to inspect the
wheelhouse with the Captain. After dinner, enjoy
being entertained by our talented crew.
Day 3: (FB, MD, Murray Princess) All ashore for
the guided nature walk where our guide will
share the secrets of the local flora and fauna.
Later the PS Murray Princess departs for the big
river gorges and 90 metre cliffs of the upper river.
Mid-morning, join us in the Sturt Dining Room
for a special presentation on the bounty of food
and wine produced in the riverlands. Afternoon
Remarkable Rocks, Kangaroo Island, SA
Royal Zoological Society of South Australia, along
our discovery vessel awaits for a wildlife tour.
with the Adelaide Zoo. It is great to see these
Travelling in small, personalised groups, we
large wild animals in the wide expanses of an
explore the maze of the river and the birdlife is
open plain zoo. We head east along the Karooda
amazing. Watch for darters, herons and egrets
Highway to re-join the river near Loxton and
feeding along the river’s muddy edges.
spend two nights at Barmera on Lake Bonney.
Day 4: (FB, RD, Motel) We head back to Mannum Note: Monarto Open Plain Zoo included.
and after breakfast, we alight at the Mannum
Wharf. Back into the coach we travel south along Day 8: (CB, RD, Motel) A relaxing day enjoying
the Fleurieu Peninsula to Cape Jervis to board the the sights, tastes and produce of the riverlands.
Visit the Olivewood Estate, originally designed
Ferry to Kangaroo Island. Landing at Pennshaw
as a Canadian log cabin for the Chaffey brothers
we settle into the motel in Kingscote.
from Canada, who established the irrigation and
Day 5: (CB, Motel) full tour of Kangaroo
fruit growing area of Renmark. The estate was
Island, this soldier settlement island has some
presented as a showpiece to induce others to
interesting industries in the middle with amazing join the scheme. The property remains a working
wildlife and scenery along the edge. We visit
orangery and the orchard is fully operational,
the Sea Lions at Seal Bay and the Eucalyptus Oil
including its famous olive trees. The buildings
Distillery. Later we head to the far South West
includes old photographs, cameras, river charts,
of the island to the Flinders Chase National Park
plus equipment used in the fruit industry. An
to view Remarkable Rocks & Admirals Arch as
afternoon visit to Ruston’s Roses, more than
well as the local Koala Walk. There are many
50,000 plants and 4,000 varieties, making the
nice places for dinner in Kingscote. Note: Seal
collection one of the largest, most diverse and
Bay, National Park entry and Oil Distillery tour
important in the world. Return to Barmera. Note:
included.
Oilvewood and Rustons included.
Day 6: (CB, RD, Motel) Returning to the mainland Day 9: (CB, Motel) Leaving the river and
and up to Victor Harbor. A visit to the South
meandering through the Mount Lofty Ranges
Australian Whale Centre on Encounter Bay
we pause in the Barossa Valley for lunch. The
before making our way to the pretty town of
influence of the self-sufficient and hard-working
Strathalbyn. Note: Whale Centre included.
settlers is still strong in Barossa bakeries,
restaurants and homes. In the afternoon we head
Day 7: (CB, RD, Motel) We visit the Monarto
down to Adelaide Airport to return home after a
Zoological Park west of the town, an open-range
great tour.
animal sanctuary that is administered by the
3 Night Murray Princess Cruise
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16 Day Central Australia, Lake Eyre & Flinders Ranges
Remote Motel Tour
Inclusions:
• Uluru
• Flinders Ranges
• Kata Tjuta
• Kings Canyon
• Wave Rock
• Lake Eyre
• Coober Pedy Underground Tour
• Great Australian Bight
Accommodation:
Motel - 15 nights
In the case of any disruptions
(weather, mechanical or other) we
may be required to camp.
Coach:
4WD Coach, Air Cond, Toilet.
Departure Date:
Capital City
Perth
4th April 2017
Senior
Adult
$4590
$4650
KINGS CANYON
AYERS ROCK
WARBURTON
KALGOORLIE
PERTH
WAVE
ROCK
COOBER
PEDY
NULLARBOR
$1100
ALICE
SPRINGS
MAREE
FLINDERS
RANGES
Day 1: (MD, Motel) To Cunderdin, visiting the
original pumping station (now museum) for the
Goldfields Pipe Line. On to Merredin, Southern
Cross for Lunch and the historic town of
Kalgoorlie. Note: Entry at Cunderdin included.
Day 2: (CB, PL, RD, Motel) A tour of Kalgoorlie,
including the Super Pit, Boulder and the historic
Two Up Ring. To Menzies, Leonora and the Sons
of Gwalia Mine then Laverton.
underground to escape the summer heat. A
morning tour and Opal display and a afternoon
“noodle” for opals around town. Note: Tour and
Opal Display included.
Day 11: (CB, PL, MD, Motel) Head east to William
Creek situated just to the south west of Lake
Eyre. Onto the Oodnadatta Track with numerous
former small settlements that serviced the
Ghan. The Lake Eyre Basin is a very special part
of Australia. It covers one sixth of the continent
and holds some of the rarest, least exploited
ecosystems on the planet. We pass Lake Eyre
and stop at Marree for an optional flight over
the Lake. Later we drive down to Leigh Creek
which supplies coal for the Port Augusta power
stations. Note: Flight over Lake Eyre not included,
approx $400.
Kings Canyon
to Curtin Springs. Note: Entry to National Park
included. Flight over Uluru not included, approx
$300.
Day 6: (CAB, PL, CAD, Basic Motel) Kings Canyon
is a stunning canyon formed by the King Creek
over thousands of years. We arrive for morning
tea and spend the day exploring the formation
and return again to Curtin Springs.
Day 7: (CAB, RD, Motel) Off early to “The Alice”
for lunch then on to the very impressive Standley
Chasm and Simpsons Gap, two wonderful
features of the MacDonnell Ranges. Note:
Standley Chasm entry fee included.
Day 8: (CAB, Motel) Weather permitting you
may take an optional Hot Air Balloon flight along
the MacDonnell Ranges. We tour the original
Telegraph Station, Anzac Hill and Todd River,
then drop you in town for you to wander. Note:
Hot Air Balloon not included, approx. $400.
Telegraph Station included.
Day 9: (CAB, MD, Motel) We drive south over
the South Australian border to Marla Bore and
Coober Pedy.
Day 10: (CB, Motel) Coober Pedy is a fascinating
place. One of the biggest towns in S.A, it is
home to 92% of Australia’s opals. People live
Day 12: (CB, MD, Motel) A great drive through
the spectacular Flinders Ranges, where some of
the best Outback Scenery in Australia abounds.
Wilpena Pound is a special spot. In the afternoon
we head out of the ranges via the Pichi-Richi
Pass to Port Augusta, at the head of the Spencers
Gulf.
Day 13: (CB, PD, Motel) We visit The Wadlata
Outback Centre, a theatrical experience
Ranges and the Outback of South Australia. Later
we visit the Arid Inland Botanical Gardens and
the Matthew Flinders lookout over the upper
reaches of the Gulf. Onto the Eyre Highway
to Ceduna. We enjoy Fish and Chips on the
foreshore.
Day 14: (CB, CAD, Motel) Onto the Nullarbor and
toward Western Australia, we view the Great
Australian Bight from the spectacular cliffs.
Day 15: (CAB, MD, Motel) We are well and truly
on the way home. Now we leave the coast for
lunch at Norseman before heading past Lake
Johnston and arriving at Hyden for our last night
of the tour.
Day 16: (FB) A morning visit to Wave Rock and
Hippos Yawn on the edge of the wheatbelt
before returning to Perth after a most enjoyable
tour. Note: Wave Rock entry included.
Day 3: (CAB, PL, CAD, Motel) We leave the
bitumen and into the Great Victoria Desert to
Warburton, a wonderful place to experience in
the desert.
Day 4: (CAB, PL, CAD, Basic Motel) Through
impressive range country in the Gibson Desert,
named after explorer Alfred Gibson. To the Giles
Weather Station, the most remote in Australia,
set up to take readings for the Blue Streak Rocket
Project. Then on past Docker River and the Hull
River, past Kata Tjuta & Uluru to Curtin Springs
Station.
Day 5: (CAB, PD, Basic Motel) A very interesting
day at Uluru. We visit the Cultural Centre before
some of the features of Uluru. Later there is
an opportunity to visit the Yulara village. In
the afternoon off to The Olgas then a Sausage
Sizzle watching the sunset on the Rock. Return
Wilpena Pound, Flinders Ranges
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15 Day Iconic Outback Towns - Adelaide to Cairns
Inclusions:
• Airfares to Adelaide and from Cairns
• Thompson River Cruise
• Darling River Paddle Boat River Cruise
• Undara Lava Tubes Tour
• Daintree River Cruise
• Back of Bourke Centre
• Stockmans Hall of Fame
• Workers Heritage Centre Barcaldine
• Underground Hospital Mt Isa
• Whites Gallery Broken Hill
Accommodation:
Motel - 14 nights
Coach:
Departure Date:
27th April 2017
Departing From:
Capital City
Perth
Senior
Adult
$4450
$4490
$1120
DAINTREE
CAIRNS
MT SURPRIZE
NORMANTON
MT ISA
CLONCURRY
LONGREACH
CHARLEVILLE
CUNNAMULLA
BOURKE
BROKEN HILL
BURRA
ADELAIDE
Day 1: (MD, Motel) Fly to Adelaide, where
we are met by our coach. Then a tour of
Adelaide City and surrounds, with free
time to explore this delightful city including
the Torrens River. Later settle into the
accommodation in North Adelaide.
Day 2: (CB, MD, Motel) Along the Barrier
Highway we stop in Burra for morning tea
and town tour. Passing by the Burra Wind
Farm north of town it’s on to Broken Hill
where Charles Rasp in 1883 found silver and
started Australia’s leading company BHP.
Day 3: (FB, PD, Motel) BHP now no longer
has a commercial interest in Broken Hill. A
whole day in Broken Hill seeing the mining
industry via Whites Gallery and a visit to the
nearby town of Silverton where films such
as “Mad Max’ were shot. Later we enjoy
an afternoon bush BBQ in this stunning
country. Note: Whites Galley included.
Day 4: (FB, RD, Motel) Along the Barrier
Highway to the historic Darling River Port
of Wilcannia, now only a shell of its former
busy self. On to Cobar where copper has
been mined since 1870. Then north to
Bourke which began in 1862 it was the last
outpost of civilization before the “Never
Never” thus the saying “Back of Bourke’.
Bourke is a great experience with its grand
sandstone buildings and history.
Day 5: (CAB, RD, Motel) Bourke was a port
on the Darling River for the paddle steamers
and when the rail arrived the town became
the largest wool rail head in the world. The
new industry here is cotton production
on fields irrigated from the Darling River.
We visit the “Back of Bourke” Centre, an
interesting interpretive centre delivering
an in-depth history of the region. In the
afternoon we take a paddle steamer cruise
down the Darling River on the PV Jandra.
Note: Back of Bourke Centre and PV Jandra
cruise included.
Day 6: (CAB, MD, Motel) On to Queensland
and Cunnamulla then north to Charleville,
home of the Flying Doctor Base and original
home of Cobb & Co for the building of its
coaches. Charleville is an iconic Queensland
location with large productive cattle
stations.
Day 7: (CB, MD, Motel) Criss crossing
the Warrego River we move to Blackall
on the Barcoo River and Barcaldine, the
headquarters of the Great Shearers’ Strike
of 1891 which resulted in the formation of
the Australia Labour Party. We stop in at
The Australian Workers Heritage Centre,
dedicated to celebrating the lives and
proud heritage of ordinary working people,
telling the stories of the railway workers
and blacksmiths, the farmers, nurses and
teachers who shaped the nation. On to
Longreach. Note: Aust. Workers Heritage
Centre included.
Day 8: (CB, RD, Motel) Longreach has great
significance in Australia’s history. It is the
home of QANTAS (first office opened) and
boasts the very impressive Stockman’s Hall
of Fame which we visit. In the afternoon we
cruise the iconic Thompson River under the
stars of Western Queensland. Note: Entry to
the Hall of Fame and River Cruise included.
Day 9: (CB, MD, Motel) The Australian
history continues today. We travel to
Winton, the birth place of “Waltzing
Matilda” written near here in 1885.
McKinlay where much of the film Crocodile
Dundee was shot and Cloncurry, birthplace
of the Flying Doctor Service. More recently
it is the home of the Cannington mine,
the worlds largest silver and lead mine.
Cannington was the official supplier of
Thompson River Cruise, Longreach
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Daintree River Cruise, far North Queensland
silver to the Sydney Olympics and Beijing
Olympics. We spend two nights at Mount
Isa.
Day 10: (CB, PD, Motel) A very interesting
day touring Mount Isa, the largest outback
town in Queensland and the world’s
largest single producer of copper, silver,
lead and zinc. We have a visit to the WWII
underground hospital, an interesting
building on the Queensland Heritage
Register. In the afternoon visit Lake
Moondarra on the Leichhardt River for an
outback BBQ dinner. Note: Underground
Hospital included.
Day 11: (CB, PD, Motel) Heading to the
Gulf of Carpentaria we arrive in the remote
cattle town of Normanton. In the late
afternoon we travel to Karumba on the Gulf
of Carpentaria to enjoy fish and chips as
the sun sets over the Gulf. We return after
dinner to Normanton
Day 12: (CB, MD, Motel) Off to the east,
along the Gulf Developmental Road to
Croydon, we lunch at Georgetown before
spending the night at Mount Surprise.
Day 13: (CB, RD, Motel) On to one of the
great wonders of Australia, the Undara Lava
Tubes, the world’s largest lava tube system.
East through the Great Dividing Range to
Cairns. Note: Tour of Lava Tubes included.
Day 14: (CB, Motel) Travel along a
spectacular coastline to the lush Daintree
River, where we have a boat cruise then
time for lunch at the resort town of Port
Douglas. We return to Cairns for a free
afternoon on the esplanade of Cairns,
with many cafés and restaurants, galleries,
markets and stalls. It is a lovely coastal
Queensland city. Note: Daintree cruise
included.
Day 15: (CB) We have a late check-out and
relax in Cairns. Opportunity to visit the
Cairns Wildlife Dome, a spectacular allweather wildlife exhibit enclosed by a 20
metre high glass dome on top of Cairns’
iconic Pullman Reef Hotel Casino before
a flight home. Note: Wildlife Dome not
included.
Undara Lava Tubes,
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15 Day Experience Extraordinary WA
Along the Coast from Perth to Broome
Two night stay at all motels.
Inclusions:
• Murchison River Cruise
• Carnarvon Space Museum
• Glass Bottom Boat Cruise at Coral Bay
• Karijini National Park
• Millstrean-Chichester National Park
• Pardoo Station Stay
• Motel & Station Cabin Accommodation
Accommodation:
Motel - 12 nights
Cabin - 2 nights
Coach:
4WD Coach, Air Cond, Toilet.
Natures Window, Karbarri National Park
Departure Date:
26th April 2017
Departing From:
Capital City
Perth
Senior
Adult
$4790
$4840
$1200
BROOME
PORT HEDLAND
KARRATHA
EXMOUTH
CORAL BAY
MILLSTREAM
NAT. PARK
KARIJINI
NAT. PARK
KALBARRI
GERALDTON
PERTH
Day 1: (MD, Motel) Taking the Indian Ocean
Drive out of Perth, we get use to the sparkling
Indian Ocean on our West. Through many
cray fishing towns; Jurien Bay, Green Head &
Leeman, to Dongara for lunch. Visit the HMAS
Sydney Memorial overlooking Geraldton, via
Northampton and the Lynton Convict Depot to
Kalbarri.
Day 2: (CB, RD, Motel) Out to the spectacular
gorges of the Murchison River in the Kalbarri
National Park, visit Natures Window and the Z
Bend before returning to town. In the afternoon
after viewing the coastal gorges we cruise the
Murchison River as the sun sets. Dinner at Finlays
Fish BBQ, a Kalbarri institution. Note: Boat Cruise
Included.
Day 3: (CB, MD, Motel) Returning to the North
West Coastal Highway the county changes
to open plains and sprawling sheep stations.
Continuing to Carnarvon on the Gascoyne River.
Day 4: (FB, MD, Motel) Exploring Carnarvon we
visit a plantation on the banks of the Gascoyne
to taste the local produce before heading up to
the Carnarvon Space and Technology Museum
to learn about the role of this dish in the 1969
Apollo 11 Moon Landing. Later we visit the One
Mile Jetty built in 1897 to ship wool and livestock
to Fremantle. This precinct also houses the
Railway & Shearers Hall of Fame.
around this swiftly growing town in its hue of red
dust and high vis.
Day 5: (FB, MD, Motel) We continue North
to Coral Bay for a glass bottom boat cruise to
view the striking coral of Ningaloo Reef before
free time to snorkel or swim on the reef. We
stay the night at Exmouth, the centre for the
Navy Nor-West Cape Base and the Harold E
Holt Communications Base. Note: Boat Cruise
Included.
Day 11: (CB, CAD, Cabin no ensuite) Morning visit
to Cossack, the oldest port on the Pilbara coast.
To Port Headland still pumping out millions of
tonnes of Ore from around Newman. We head
out to Pardoo Station Stay.
Day 6: (FB, MD, Motel) We travel to the head of
the Gulf to take in the view from the Vlaming
Lighthouse. Further around the Cape to Yardie
Creek in the Cape Range National Park, a
beautiful, rugged, iconic WA coastline. Returning
to Exmouth with an optional Whale Watching
cruise in the afternoon or time to relax by the
pool. Note: Boat Cruise not included.
Day 7: (FB, PL, MD, Motel) Leaving the Cape and
the Coast we enter the Pilbara and the spinifex
covered ranges which houses an enormous
amount of Australia’s Iron Ore. We reach Tom
Price, WA’s highest town above sea level.
Day 8: (CB, PL, PD, Motel) In to Karijini National
Park, some of the gorges we see today are as
impressive as any you would see in Australia. We
visit Dales Gorge, Circular Pool and Fortescue
Falls at the East end of the park and Oxer and
Junction Pool Lookouts in the West end.
Day 9: (CB, PL, RD, Motel) Departing Tom Price
we follow the Rio Tinto railway line towards the
coast. Passing through
Millstream - Chichester
National Park an oasis in
the desert nestled within
the chocolate brown
rocks of the Chichester
Range dotted with spinifex
and snappy gums. In the
afternoon we reach the
massive export facilities of
the Pilbara.
Day 10: (CB, RD, Motel)
Originally developed for
Iron Ore export Karratha’s
economic export base
now includes sea-salt,
ammonia and Liquefied
Natural Gas from the
North West Shelf, Pluto
and Gorgon. We tour
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Day 12: (CAB, PL, CAD, Cabin no ensuite) Pardoo
Station covers 500,000 acres and is home to
approximately 7000 head of Santa Gertudis
cattle. We take the day to relax, have a dip in the
pool or enjoy a stroll along the pristine white
beach with the sparkling blue ocean.
Day 13: (CAB, PL, MD, Motel) Finishing off our
drive along the Great Northern Highway through
the Roebuck Plains to Broome
Day 14: (FB, PD, Motel) John Forrest chose the
location of Broome in 1883 and the Pearling
industry quickly moved in to set its base up in the
protection of Roebuck Bay. A multicultural town
from the start the influences of many nations
are still evident in the architecture, cuisine
and people. We tour the town, Gantheaume
Point and have a picnic dinner on Cable Beach
watching the last sunset of our journey.
Day 15: (FB) Optional tour to Willie Creek Pearl
Farm before we fly out, having loved the West
Australian Coast, National Parks and the beautiful
Indian Ocean.
Hamersley Ranges, Tom Price
19 Day East Coast Tour - Rockhampton to Melbourne
Inclusions:
• Airfares to Rockhampton, from Melbourne
• Cathedral Cave
• Amandine Lavender Farm
• Bundaberg Rum Distillery
• Australia Zoo
• Brisbane River Cruise
• Cobb & Co Museum
• Toowoomba Japanese Gardens
• SeaWorld
• Sealy Lookout, Forest Sky Peir
• Sydney Opera House Tour
• Manly Ferry across Sydney Harbour
• Hawkesbury River Cruise
• Blue Mountians Scenic Skyway
• 4WD to Mt Colangatta Summit
• Wildlife Cruise in Twofold Bay
• Melbourne Cricket Ground Tour
• Eureka Skydeck
• Cuckoo Themed Restaurant
Accommodation:
Motel - 18 nights
Coach:
Departure Date:
17th May 2017
Departing From:
Capital City
Perth
Melbourne
Adelaide
Senior
Adult
$5090
$5190
$4850
$4950
$4990
$5090
$1400
ROCKHAMPTON
SUNSHINE COAST
COFFS HARBOUR
SYDNEY
MELBOURNE
BRISBANE
PT MACQUARIE
EDEN
Day 1: (PD, Motel) Fly to Rockhampton where
we are met by our coach and transferred to our
accommodation, evening snack meal provided in
the room.
Day 2: (CB, MD, Motel) Morning visit to the inspiring
Cathedral Cave in the Capricorn Cave System. We
reach the Queensland Coast for lunch at Yeppoon,
the gateway to the Keppel Islands. Following
the coast down to Emu Park and returning to
Rockhampton. Note: Cave Entry Included
Day 3: (CB, MD, Motel) To Gladstone flanked
by the Calliope and Boyne Rivers then another
elegant drive through the sugarcane and mountain
backdrop to Bundaberg. In the afternoon we have
an optional visit to the Amandine Lavender Farm or
the Bundaberg Rum Distillery. We spend the night at
Hervey Bay, Note: Farm or Distillery Entry Included
Day 4: (CB, MD, Motel) Along the Bruce Highway to
Noosa, we meander down the beautiful Sunshine
Coast. In the afternoon we visit Australia Zoo,
created by Bob & Lyn Irwin in 1970 and made
famous by The Crocodile Hunter, Steve Irwin. We
settle into Brisbane for three nights. Note: Australia
Zoo Entry Included.
Day 5: (CB, Motel) Sightseeing Brisbane we take in
the picturesque views from the summit of Mount
Coot-tha before heading out on a cruise on the
Brisbane River to get a vision of the city from water
level. Free time in the city in the afternoon to catch
up with friends or get another view of the city form
“The Wheel of Brisbane” Ferris Wheel or wander
the Cultural Precinct. Note: River cruise included.
Day 6: (CB, RD, Motel) A peaceful drive into the
D’Aguilar Range north west of the city. Through Mt
Nebo & Mt Glorious to the Wivenhoe Dam, a major
feature in the 2011 floods of Brisbane. Continuing
on to Toowoomba for a visit to the Cobb & Co
Museum, a great display of horse drawn wagons
and historical accounts relating to the early days
of transport in the country. Later we wander the
University of Toowoomba’s Japanese Gardens,
Australia’s largest and most traditionally designed
Japanese stroll garden. On the way back to Brisbane
we stop for dinner at a local hotel. Note: Cobb & Co
Museum and Gardens included.
Day 7: (CB, MD, Motel) Off to SeaWorld for the day,
enjoy viewing some cute and interesting mammals
of the ocean including the polar bears, seals and
dolphins and take in a show or two. Finishing off
QLD we meet the NSW border at Coolangatta /
Tweed Heads and spend the night at Byron Bay.
Note: SeaWorld included. Note: Seaworld Included.
Day 8: (CB, MD, Motel) Morning visit to the most
easterly point in Australia, Cape Byron. Cruising
down the NSW coast with the sparkling South Pacific
Ocean through our left windows, we visit Ballina
then cross the Clarence River to Grafton. Through
the Orara State Forest to the Sealy Lookout and
Forest Sky Pier, then return to the coast spending
the night at Coffs Harbour.
Day 9: (CB, MD, Motel) Morning visit to the Coffs
Harbour Butterfly House to be surrounded by
hundreds of live Australian Butterflies. Following
the insect theme we visit the Honey Place near the
Kalang River. Lunch in the birthplace of Australian
Country Music Legend Slim Dusty, Kempsey. Evening
in Taree, a beautiful town built on a strong dairy
farming history on the banks of the Manning River.
Day 10: (CB, MD, Motel) To Newcastle on the mouth
of the Hunter River, we tour this historic town, coal
has been mined here since 1799, and it was the
NSW Colony’s first export. Newcastle is now the
largest coal exporting harbour in the world. Crossing
Lakes Entrance we view Lake Macquarie, Australia’s
largest salt water lagoon. To Sydney for four nights.
Day 11: (CB, RD, Motel) Getting right into the heart
of the largest city in the nation, starting with a
tour of the Sydney Opera House before heading
into Darling Harbour. Optional visits to SEA LIFE
Aquarium or the Australian National Maritime
Museum in Darling Harbour. Dining tonight at the
Star City Casino buffet. Note: Opera House Tour and
Dinner included all others optional and not included.
Day 12: (CB, MD, Motel) Returning to The Rocks we
take a ferry from Circular Quay past Fort Denison
and the Garden Island Naval Base out past The
Gap, the mouth of Sydney Harbour to Manly with
free time to stroll the Corso from the Bay to the
Beach. We are met by the coach to travel through
the northern suburbs to Palm Beach. Afternoon
cruise along the Hawkesbury River to the stunning
Bobbin Head deep in Cowan Creek. Return to the
motel across the Harbour Bridge. Note: Ferry &
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Blue Mountains, NSW
Hawkesbury River Cruise included.
Day 13: (CB, MD, Motel) Over to Scenic World in the
Blue Mountains, take the Skyway, glide between
cliff tops and gaze at the rainforest canopy through
the glass floor or enjoy the 545m Cableway gently
descending into the Jamison Valley. Return via
the Scenic Railway, a unique vantage point for
appreciating the Three Sisters, Orphan Rock, Mt
Solitary and Katoomba Falls. Finishing off a lovely
day in the Blue Mountains with a tasting at the Blue
Mountain Chocolate Company. Note: Scenic World
entry included.
Day 14: (CB, MD, Motel) Through the Royal National
Park, the second oldest National Park in the World,
to Wollongong. In the afternoon we visit Collangatta
Estate Winery for a tasting before we board the
4WD Tractor Bus “Bigfoot” to climb to the top of Mt
Coolangatta for some of the best views of the South
Coast. Note: Tasting and Bigfoot fees included.
Day 15: (CB, MD, Motel) South through Bega to
Eden, deep on the NSW South Coast and nestled on
Twofold Bay, one of the deepest natural harbours in
the world. We take a scenic cruise on the bay in the
afternoon looking for whales and dolphins in this
picturesque haven. Note: Scenic Cruise included.
Day 16: (CB, MD, Motel) Crossing into Victoria, we
traverse striking ranges and rivers through National
Parks interspersed with farmland and farming
communities; Orbost, Bainsdale and Morwell.
As we reach the outer suburbs of Melbourne the
country smooths out and becomes more populated.
We check into our final motel.
Day 17: (CB, MD, Motel) We conduct a
comprehensive tour of the city centre, St Kilda,
South Bank and Carlton. Later we have a tour of
the Melbourne Cricket Ground and National Sports
Museum followed by a visit to the Eureka Skydeck
for an awe inspiring view of Melbourne from the
Southern Hemisphere’s highest viewing platforms.
Note: MCG tour & Skydeck included.
Day 18: (CB, RD, Motel) Taking a scenic drive though
the ranges north of town, passing the towns of
Whittlesea, Kinglake and Healsville to Marysville for
lunch. Negotiating the Yarra Ranges to the quaint
Puffing Billy steam railway, a century old survivor of
four experimental lines used to develop rural areas
in the early 1900s. For our final night we dine at the
Cuckoo Restaurant snuggled in the Dandenongs and
decorated in the style of a Bavarian Chalet with staff
dressed in traditional costume, live entertainment,
cow bells ringing & yodeling equal to any in Bavaria.
Note: Puffing Billy included.
Day 19: (CB) Check out late before flying home
after an wonderful tour of the East Coast of
Australia.
14 Day Gibb River Road, Kimberley & Bungles
Inclusions:
• Airfares to & from Broome
• Geikie Gorge Cruise
• Windjana Gorge
• Tunnel Creek
• Bell Gorge
• Final night dinner on Beach
• Home Valley Station
• Emma Gorge, El Questro Station
• Galvan’s Gorge
• Manning Gorge
• Zebedee Hot Springs
• Purnululu National Park
• Camping Accommodation
Accommodation:
Camping - 13 nights
Coach:
Departure Date:
19th May 2107
Departing From:
Capital City
Perth
Senior
Adult
$3990
$4050
$4290
$4290
$4290
$4290
$4350
$4350
$4350
$4350
Melbourne
Sydney
Adelaide
Brisbane
WI
EL
ND
DERBY
QU
WYNDHAM
ES
JAN
A
$80
TR
O
BROOME
FITZROY
KUNUNURRA
LAKE
ARGYLE
BUNGLE
BUNGLE
Day 1: (CAD, Tent in CVan Park) Fly to Broome
and head off to Derby at the mouth of the
Fitzroy River. The tide changes in King Sound
reach 12m, the the largest in Australia. We
visit Myalls Bore and Cattle Trough, 120m long
and able to handle over 500 bullocks. Then
the Prison Boab Tree believed to be over 1,500
years old and having a girth of 14.7m, as well
as the Port and town before setting up our first
nights camp.
Day 2: (CAB, PL, CAD, Tent in Nat Park) On to
the Gibb River Road we start on this stunning
road by driving down to Tunnel Creek, a
challenging dark walk through a creek which
has carved a tunnel though the Napier Range.
Cathedral Gorge, Purnululu National Park
Spending the night at Windjana Gorge, a
stunning location for a Kimberley camp
complete with a great number of fresh water
crocs.
Day 3: (CAB, PL, CAD, Tent in Nat Park) Through
the picturesque King Leopold Ranges to Bell
Creek flowing through Bell Gorge, our first
chance for a swim in a Kimberley water hole.
Camp the night at Silent Grove.
Day 4: (CAB, PL, CAD, Tent in CVan Park) Back
on to the Gibb to Imintji Roadhouse before
Galvan’s Gorge to view Aboriginal Artwork. We
reach Mt Barnett and camp at Manning Gorge.
In the afternoon we can swim at the clear
waterhole.
Day 5: (CAB, PL, CAD, Tent in CVan Park)
Passing the Gibb River Station we move into
the East Kimberley to Home Valley Station,
The pastoral lease is currently owned by
the Indigenous Land Corporation and sits in
the shadow of the Cockburn Range. In the
afternoon take a gentle gorge walk to soak in
the Kimberley scenery.
Day 6: (CAB, PL, CAD, Tent in CVan Park) We
spend the day exploring the gorges and sights
of El Questro Station, Zebedee Hot Springs and
Emma Gorge. We also visit the station on the
Pentecost River. We then hit the bitumen after
completing the Gibb River Road and settle into
Kununurra on the Ord River for 3 nights.
Day 7: (CAB, Tent in CVan Park) In the early
morning you can take an optional flight over
Lake Argyle, the Bungle Bungle National
Park and the Argyle Diamond Mine. An
interesting tour of the vast irrigated farms
growing a diverse range of goods from melons
and mangoes to sandalwood. Later take a
wander up the Packsaddle Plains before a free
afternoon in town for dinner. Note: Bungles
Flight, not included, approx. $400.
Day 8: (CAB, PL, CAD, Tent in CVan Park) We
take a marvellous boat cruise on Lake Argyle,
feeding fish and swimming with freshwater
crocs. The Ord is spectacular, we have an
optional cruise 55km along the Ord back to
Kununurra. Note: Lake Argyle Boat cruise
included. Ord River cruise not included, $120.
Day 9: (CAB, CAD, Tent in CVan Park) Visit
Wyndham and the 5 Rivers Lookout then head
inland between the stunning Carr Boyd Range
on the east and the Durack Range on the
west. Through Warrmun down to the Bungle
Bungle Camp. Afternoon Helicopter flights
over the Purnululu National Park are available
to obtain another perspective of this stunning
environment. Note: Helicopter flight not
included approx. $280.
Taking the Spring Creek Track into the National
Park exploring Cathedral Gorge and the Domes
Walk. The structures in the Purnululu National
Park are breath taking, the effects of erosion
can be seen from small pools to massive
gorges. Returning along the Spring Creek Track
through Mabel Downs Station to camp.
Day 11: (CAB, CAD, Tent in CVan Park) On to
Halls Creek, where gold was first discovered
in WA in 1884. Afternoon to Fitzroy Crossing
on the Fitzroy River near its junction with the
Margaret River.
Day 12: (CAB, CAD, Tent in CVan Park) A
morning cruise on the tranquil and very
beautiful Geikie Gorge. In the afternoon we
cross the Fitzroy River at Willare Bridge and
return to Broome and set up camp for the final
time. Note: Geikie Gorge boat trip included.
Day 13: (CAB, PD, Tent in CVan Park) A
morning tour of this lovely historic old pearling
town including Town Beach, Chinatown, the
Japanese Cemetery and Port. After lunch we
head out to Gantheaume Point and Cable
Beach with an evening picnic meal while
watching the sunset over the Kimberley’s most
iconic beach
Day 14: (CAB) A free morning relaxing before a
flight home.
Cockburn Ranges, Gibb River Road
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13 Day Cape York & Thursday Island
Inclusions:
• Airfares to & from Cairns
• Day Cruise to Thursday Island
• Daintree River Cruise
• Cruise to and tour of Thursday Island
• Weipa Bauxite Mine Tour
• Split Rock Art Site
• James Cook Museum Cooktown
• Fruit Bat Falls
Accommodation:
Motel - 3 nights
Camping - 9 nights
Coach:
Departure Date:
20th May 2017
Departing From:
Capital City
Perth
Senior
Adult
$3990
$4050
$3990
$3990
$3990
$3990
$4050
$4050
$4050
$4050
Melbourne
Sydney
Adelaide
Brisbane
Single Supp:
All accommodation
Tent nights only
$280
$80
THURSDAY
ISLAND
JARDINE R.
CAPE YORK
WEIPA
COEN
LAKELAND
CAIRNS
COOKTOWN
DAINTREE
Day 1: (PD, Motel) We fly to Cairns where
we are met by the coach and transferred to
our motel. Note: Flights arriving after 6pm
will have snack evening meal provided in the
room.
Day 2: (CB, Motel) Travel along a spectacular
coastline to the lush Daintree River, where
we have a boat cruise then time for lunch
at the resort town of Port Douglas. We
return to Cairns for a free afternoon on the
esplanade of Cairns, with many cafés and
restaurants, galleries, markets and stalls.
It is a lovely coastal Queensland city. Note:
Cape York Peninsula, Far, Far North Queensland
Daintree cruise included.
Day 3: (CB, CAD, Tent in CVan Park) We head
up the Atherton Tablelands to Mareeba
then begin up “The Cape” to Lakeland and
Cooktown. In June 1770, the local Aboriginal
Guugu Yimithirr tribe cautiously watched
the crippled Endeavour limp up the coast
seeking a safe harbour after sustaining
serious damage south of Cooktown.
Day 4: (CAB, PL, CAD, Tent in Nat Park) After
a visit to the Botanical Gardens and the
James Cook Museum on to Laura and the
Lakefield National Park, the second largest
National Park in Queensland and a haven
for many marsupials and water birds. Note:
James Cook Museum entry included.
Day 5: (CAB, PL, CAD, Tent at CVan Park)
On to Musgrave and the Peninsular
Development Road through Coen the largest
inland town on The Cape to Archer River.
Day 6: (CAB, PL, CAD, Tent in CVan Park) As
the northern most tip of the country gets
closer the journey becomes increasingly
stunning. We travel through the Heathlands
Resource Reserve and cross the Jardine
River on the vehicle ferry to Bamaga settled
by people from Saibai Island in Torres
Strait, after Saibai Island was devastated by
abnormally high tides. We camp for the next
three nights on the foreshore at Seisia. Just
kilometres from the tip of Cape York.
Today is all about reaching the Cape. We
take the final slow drive through thick forest
to the Northern most point of Australia
named by James Cook on 21 August 1770
in honour of Prince Edward, Duke of York
and Albany. We drive as far as we can but
then have to walk out over the rocks to the
tip. From there it is 160km to New Guinea
30
across the Torres Strait. We return to Seisia
to celebrate reaching this iconic Australian
location.
Day 8: (CAB, CAD, Tent in CVan Park) From
Seisia we take the ferry to Thursday Island.
TI is the administrative and commercial
centre of the Torres Strait Islands set up
in 1877. Since then TI has been a pearling
centre and defence base during WWII. We
tour the island including the WWII tunnels
and emplacements. The afternoon is free
time before returning to the mainland again.
Note: Cruise to TI and TI tour included.
Heading south across the Jardine River we
visit Fruit Bat Falls for a swim at one of far
north QLDs most iconic watering holes.
Camp at Bramwell Junction.
Day 10: (CAB, CAD, Tent CVan Park) To
Weipa, started as a Presbyterian Mission
to the Aboriginal people of the Cape but is
now the largest settlement on the Cape due
to a large bauxite deposit in the region now
mined by Rio Tinto. We tour the mine then
camp on the banks of the Arafura Sea. Note:
Mine Tour included.
Day 11: (CAB, PL, CAD, Tent at CVan
Park) It is back to Coen on the Peninsula
Development Road spending our last night
camp at Musgrave.
Day 12: (CAB, PL, RD, Motel) Morning visit
to the Split Rock Art Site. This Country
contains a large and dramatic body of
prehistoric rock paintings. Back to Cairns
and restaurant dinner.
Day 13: (CB) We fly home having had a
marvellous tour reaching the northern most
point of Australia.
Fruit Bat Falls, Swimming Hole
17 Day Savannah Way - 3700km Across The Top
Inclusions:
• Airfares to Broome & from Cairns
• Tunnel Creek
• Windjana Gorge
• Wolfe Creek Crater
• Bungle Bungle Range
• Jasper Gorge
• Leichhardt Falls
• Cobbold Gorge Cruise
Accommodation:
Motel - 1 nights
Camping - 15 nights
Ord River Cruise, Kununurra, WA
Day 5: (CAB, CAD, Tent in CVan Park) Out
on
the Tanami Track we reach Wolfe Creek
Crater formed by a 50,000 tonne meteor
Departure Date:
hitting the earth during the Pleistocene
9th June 2017 period. Return to Halls Creek for lunch
Departing From:
before moving on to camp on the Spring
Capital City
Senior
Adult
Creek Track.
Perth
$3990
$4050 Day 6: (CAB, PL, CAD Tent in CVan Park)
Melbourne
$3990
$4050
Heading into the Bungle Bungle Range
Sydney
exploring Cathedral Gorge and the Domes
$3990
$4050
Walk. The structures in the Purnululu
Adelaide
$3990
$4050
National Park are breath taking, the effects
Brisbane
$3990
$4050
of erosion can be seen from small pools to
Single Supp:
All accommodation
$160
massive gorges. Returning along the Spring
$80
Tent nights only
Creek Track through Mabel Downs Station
to camp.
Day 1: (CAD, Tent in CVan Park) Landing in
Broome we set up our first camp and get to Day 7: (CAB, CAD, Tent in CVan Park) North
through Warmun and alongside the Carr
know our travelling companions.
Boyd Ranges to Kununurra. We take a drive
Day 2: (CAB, PD, Tent in CVan Park) A
through a small section of the 117km2
full tour of Broome including the Port
currently under irrigation. The Ord Irrigation
and Chinatown with time to enjoy the
area has over 400km2 of possible irrigation
relaxed atmosphere. After lunch we visit
area.
Gantheume Point before dinner on the
Day 8: (CAB, PL, CAD, Tent in CVan Park) Out
beach, a chance to wave goodbye to the
to Lake Argyle and a cruise on this massive
West Coast.
expanse of fresh water. In the afternoon
Day 3: (CAB, CAD, Tent in Nat Park) Starting we cruise from the bottom of Lake Argyle
off to the East we head out on the Gibb
dam wall to Kununurra on the Ord River,
River Road to Windjana Gorge, formed by
viewing the inspiring sheer rock faces of the
the Lennard River having eroded away a
Carr Boyd Ranges, enjoying the diversity of
three kilometre section of the Napier Range, wildlife in the air, water and on land. Note:
now inhabited by many crocodiles and
Ord River and Lake Argyle Cruise included.
birds.
Day 9: (CAB, CAD, Tent in CVan Park) Into
the Northern Territory to Timber Creek for
Down to Tunnel Creek, the 1897 hide out
lunch. Taking the Buchanan Highway to
of rogue Aboriginal tracker Jandamarra.
Jasper Gorge on the Jasper Creek. To Top
The tunnel is 750 metres long and up to 12
Springs at the Junction of the Buchanan and
metres high in sections. To Fitzroy Crossing
Buntine Highways for the night.
for lunch and on to Halls Creek for the night.
Day 10: (CAB, CAD, Tent in CVan Park)
Crossing the
Ghan Railway
to reach the
Stuart highway
LAKE
just south of
KUNUNURRA ARGYLE BORROLOOA
Daly Waters.
KARUMBA
BUNGLES
John McDouall
WINDJANA
Stuart reached
DALY
CAIRNS here on his
WATERS BURKETOWN
WOLFE
BROOME
CREEK
COBBOLD
third and
CRATER
GORGE
successful
attempt to
Coach:
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survey the route for a proposed telegraph
line to the north in 1862. The telegraphs
started in 1872. The airfield here was used
in the London to Sydney Air Race, as an
early refuelling stop for Qantas flights to
Singapore and as a WWII Airforce Base.
Across the huge NT station country to the
Barkley Tablelands to Cape Crawford.
Up to Borroloola on the McArthur River,
then back on to the dirt road crossing a
number of seasonal rivers that drain the
summer rains from the Barkley Tableland;
the Wearyan, Foelsche, Robinson & Calvert
before we leave the Northern Territory
aiming for Kingfisher Camp.
More river crossings on the QLD side before
reaching Burketown, once named “The
Plains of Promise” by Captain Stokes in
1841. Stopping in at Leichhardt Falls on the
Leichhardt River. Next we visit the Burke &
Wills Camp #119, the most Northerly camp
of the ill-fated 1860 expedition, before
reaching Normanton to set up camp.
Day 13: (CAB, PD, Tent in CVan Park)
Morning around Normanton including a
look at the historic Railway Station in the
afternoon we head up to Karumba to view
the Gulf from the East side and have a picnic
dinner.
Through Croyden & Georgetown where
we once again divert, this time south to
Forsayth and on to Cobbold Gorge.
We spend the day relaxing around this
stunning outback Queensland setting
including a cruise on the narrow gorge with
30m high walls. Note Gorge Cruise included.
Day 16: (CAB, RD, Motel) Early start to
Mount Surprise through the Great Dividing
Range and down out of the tablelands in
to Cairns. We check in to our motel before
going out for dinner to celebrate reaching
the East Coast, the places visited and the
memories made.
Day 17: (CB) Tour of Cairns before returning
home after a great Savanah Way adventure.
14 Day Off the Coast - Townsville to Melbourne
Inclusions:
• Airfares to Townsville & from Melbourne
• Ferry to Magnetic Island
• Whitsundays Cruise
• Big Rig Show, Roma
• Warrumbungle National Park
• Opal Mine Tour
• Western Plains Zoo
• Australian Telescope Centre
• Paddlesteamer cruise on the Murray River
• Great Aussie Beer Shed
Accommodation:
Motel - 13 nights
Coach:
Departure Date:
14th June 2017
Departing From:
Capital City
Perth
Senior
Adult
$4450
$4490
$4250
$4250
$4150
$4250
$4390
$4390
$4190
$4290
Melbourne
Sydney
Adelaide
Brisbane

$1040
TOWNSVILLE
WHITSUNDAYS
EMERALD
ROMA
LIGHTNING
RIDGE
PARKES
DUBBO
ECHUCA
BENDIGO
MELBOURNE

Day 1: (PD, Motel) We fly to Townsville
to begin our inland adventure. We are
transferred to the hotel. Note: Flights
arriving after 6pm will have snack evening
meal provided in the room.
Day 2: (CB, RD, Motel) Townsville is home of
one of the largest army bases in Australia,
Opal Mining, Lightning Ridge, NSW
Magnetic Island, Townsville
Lavarack. After touring the town we take a
ferry to Magnetic Island just off the coast
from Townsville. You can relax on the island
and return to Townsville to enjoy the newly
beautified city and foreshore. While in the
city you may visit Reef HQ, the world’s
largest living coral reef aquarium. Note:
Magnetic Island Ferry included. Reef HQ not
included.
Day 3: (CB, MD, Motel) A leisurely drive
south today through lush sugarcane fields
to the beautiful Whitsunday area and Airlie
Beach.
Day 4: (CB, MD, Motel) A wonderful day
on a cruise of the Whitsunday Islands. By
this time everybody has fallen in love with
the Queensland Coast. Note: Boat trip to
Whitsunday Islands included.
Day 5: (CB, MD, Motel) Morning Tea at
Marian on the Pioneer River before we
leave the coast and head inland through
Coppabella and Clermont to Emerald, the
centre of a large coal and cotton region.
Day 6: (CB, RD, Motel) Via Fairbairn Dam
and Lake Maraboon, one of the largest
artificial lakes in the country, built to service
the cotton industry, to Roma. We view the
courthouse where Captain Starlight was
tried and acquitted. In the evening we visit
the “Big Rig” display, depicting the history
of Roma’s Oil and Gas Industry. Note: Big Rig
entry included.
Day 7: (CB, MD, Motel) South via St George
and into New South Wales
at Hebel. Continuing down
the Castlereagh Highway
to Lightning Ridge.
Day 8: (CB, PD, Motel)
A full day touring this
interesting town including
the Australia Opal Centre,
Underground Opal Mine
tour. In the afternoon a
fossick for opal before a
therapeutic soak in the
relaxing Artesian Baths.
An evening BBQ under the
outback stars.
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Day 9: (CB, PL, MD, Motel) Through
the wheat, sheep fields region we join
the Castlereagh River and follow it to
Gulargambone where we head into the
Warrumbungle National Park for a picnic
lunch in this stunning park. Out of the
national park to Gilgandra and into Dubbo.
Day 10: (CB, RD, Motel) Dubbo is the
largest town in the Orana Region. We visit
to the Western Plains Zoo, which is home
to various species of endangered animals,
including the White, Black and Indian
Rhinoceros. Note: Western Plains Zoo
included.
Day 11: (CB, MD, Motel) To the Australian
Telescope Visitors Centre north of Parkes,
this facility has assisted NASA for several
missions as a Southern Hemisphere relay
and communications station and was made
famous by the movie “The Dish”. Later to
Forbes on the Lachlan River before West
Wyalong. Note: Telescope Centre included.
Day 12: (CB, MD, Motel) Continuing down
the Newell Highway to Narrandera the
gateway to the productive Murrumbidgee
Irrigation Area. In the afternoon we leave
New South Wales and enter Victoria at
Echuca on the Murray River.
Day 13: (CB, RD, Motel) In the 1870s Echuca
had risen to prominence as Australia’s
largest inland port, This industrial boom led
to a rapidly expanding population, at one
stage in excess of 15,000, with more than
a hundred pubs in the region. We visit the
historic Port and take a Paddle Steamer on
the river. In the afternoon we visit The Great
Aussie Beer Shed for a tour of this private
collection. Note: Paddle boat and Beer Shed
included.
Day 14: (CB) On the way to Melbourne
we visit Bendigo, notable for its Victorian
architectural heritage and gold mining
history. Since 1851 over 22 million ounces
of gold have been extracted from its
goldmines. After an exceptional tour
through QLD, NSW & VIC we head to
Melbourne and fly home.
20 Day Western Half - Adelaide to Broome
War II Air Force base. To Mataranka
Thermal Pool, an absolutely beautiful
spot to relax in these natural springs.
After dinner we move on to Katherine.
Inclusions:
• Airfares to Adelaide & from Broome
• Litchfield National Park
• Katherine Gorge Cruise
• Devils Marbles
• Matakanka Hot Springs
• Alice Springs Telegraph Station
• East Point Military Museum
• Darwin Museum
• Geikie Gorge Cruise
• Uluru & Kata Tjuta
• Woomera Rocket Range
• Yellow Water Cruise, Kakadu
• Stanley Chasm & Simpsons Gap
• 3 Nights in Kununurra
• Tour of Iconic Coober Pedy
• 15 evening meals, 19 breakfast, 2 lunches.
Accommodation:
Day 11: (CB, RD, Motel) Morning cruise
on Katherine Gorge then via Pine Creek
and Adelaide River with its beautiful War
Cemetery to Darwin for three nights.
Note: Katherine Gorge Cruise included.
Day 12: (CB, Motel) Into Darwin for a
full tour including Battery Point, The Port
and the City Centre. Visit to the Darwin
Museum; depicting the events of cyclone
Tracey in 1974 and the East Point Military
Museum; depicting the bombing raids
on Darwin in 1942. Free time in the city
for dinner. Note: East Point Museum
included.
Day 13: (CB, PD, Motel) Day tour to
Kakadu National Park for a boat cruise on
Yellow Water with the skipper explaining
this ancient, interesting ecosystem.
Dinner on the way back to Darwin.
Motel - 19 nights
Coach:
Departure Date:
14th July 2017
Departing From:
Capital City
Perth
Senior
Adult
$4950
$4990
$4990
$4990
$4890
$4990
$5050
$5050
$4950
$5050
Melbourne
Sydney
Adelaide
Brisbane
$1400
DARWIN
KAKADU
LITCHFIELD
WYNDHAM
KATHERINE
KUNUNURRA
BROOME
LAKE
ARGYLE
MATARANKA
TENNANT CREEK
ULURU
ALICE
SPRINGS
COOBER PEDY
PT AUGUSTA
ADELAIDE
Day 1: (MD, Motel) We fly to Adelaide, where we
delightful city including the Torrens River. Later
settle into the accommodation in North Adelaide.
Day 2: (FB, MD, Motel) Heading north to Port
Wakefield then Port Pirie, the destination for
the lead and zinc ore from Broken Hill. Smelters
have been in operation here since 1889, and it
became the biggest lead smelter in the world
by 1934. On to Port Augusta at the northern
point of the Spencer Gulf. We visit The Wadlata
Outback Centre, a theatrical experience depicting
a journey through time of the Flinders Ranges
and the Outback of South Australia. Later we
head out to Matthew Flinders Lookout in the Arid
Inland Botanical Gardens Note: Wadlata Centre
included in your fare.
Day 3: (CB, MD, Motel) A visit to Woomera, the
home of the 1950’s Blue Streak Rocket Project
as well as many Space Research Projects over
Day 14: (CB, MD, Motel) Morning visit to
Litchfield National Park with its Magnetic
Termite Mounds and the magnificent
Wangi Falls. Returning to Katherine via Pine
Creek.
Katherine Gorge, Katherine, NT
the last 60 years. Visitors can visit the Woomera
Heritage Centre or the National Missile Park,
displaying aircraft rockets and bombs. Continue
north past Lake Hart to Coober Pedy for two
nights.
Day 4: (CB, MD, Motel) In Febuary 1914 young
William Hutchison found Opal in this region, the
start of one of Australias most fascinating towns.
Now it is the home of 92% of Australia’s opals.
People live underground to escape the summer
heat. Enjoy a morning tour and Opal mining
display. Afternoon free time to explore town,
including an underground church.
Day 5: (CB, Motel) After travelling through the
remote North of South Australia along the Stuart
Highway, we cross the Northern Territory Border
and head to the Lasseter Highway to Yulara.
Day 6: (CB, PD, Motel) A very interesting day at
Uluru. We visit the Cultural Centre before some
of the features of Uluru. In the afternoon off to
The Olgas then a Sausage Sizzle watching the
sunset on the Rock. Note: Flight over Uluru not
included, approx $350.
Day 7: (CB, RD, Motel) On to Stuart’s Well for
lunch then “The Alice”. We tour Alice Springs
including Anzac Hill the Old Telegraph Station
on the Todd River. Note: Telegraph Station Entry
included.
Day 8: (CAB, Motel) Weather permitting you
may take an optional Hot Air Balloon trip along
the MacDonnell Ranges. Next out to Standley
Chasm and Simpsons Gap. Once we return to
Alice Springs the afternoon is free time for you to
enjoy “a town like Alice” and have dinner. Note:
Hot Air Balloon not included approx $400. Entry
to Standley Chasm included.
Day 9: (CAB, PL, MD, Motel) We leave the
Alice, travelling to Central Mount Stuart, the
geographical centre of Australia. Then a break
at the Outback pub of Barrow Creek. On to the
Devils Marbles and the copper mining town of
Tennant Creek.
Day 10: (CB, RD, Motel) Further north through
the Northern Territory past Renner Springs and
Elliott to the Daly Waters Pub, a centre for the
London to Sydney air race of 1926 and a World
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Day 15: (FB, MD, Motel) Katherine is a service
centre for the Central Northern Territory region,
a vast area of mainly cattle stations, national
parks and aboriginal lands. Visit Springvale
Station, the oldest station in the Territory before
a wonderful drive along the beautiful and remote
Victoria River to Kununurra our base for three
nights.
Day 16: (CB, Motel) For those who wish: an early
morning flight over the Bungle Bungle National
Park and Lake Argyle. Morning visit to one of the
Kimberley’s oldest towns, Wyndham, full of W.A.
history, 5 Rivers Lookout and the wharf. Return
to the Kimberley’s newest town, Kununurra for
lunch and a tour of Lake Kununurra, the Diversion
Dam and the very productive Ord River Irrigation
farmlands. We take you into town for dinner at
one of the restaurants. After dinner we can spot
crocodiles in Lake Kununurra. Note: Flight over
Bungle Bungles not included approx $400.
Day 17: (CB, PL, PD, Motel) Off for a marvellous
boat cruise on Lake Argyle. The Ord is
spectacular, we have an optional cruise 55km
along the Ord back to Kununurra or you may
wish to relax around the pool at the motel. In
the evening we have a picnic dinner at bathers
beach near the diversion dam wall. Note: Lake
Argyle Boat cruise included. Ord River cruise not
included approx $130.
Day 18: (CB, MD, Safari Tent with Ensuite) On to
Halls Creek, where gold was first discovered in
WA in 1884, then on to Fitzroy Crossing.
Day 19: (FB, PD, Motel) A boat cruise on beautiful
Geikie Gorge carved by thousands of years of the
flow of the Fitzroy River. We move to Broome
and to Cable Beach for a picnic evening meal
watching the sunset. Note: Geikie Gorge cruise
included.
Day 20: (FB) A wonderful day relaxing in
Broome, a lovely historic old pearling town, visit
Chinatown, the Japanese Cemetery, Roebuck Bay
and Gantheaume Point. An afternoon flight home
after a great experience of Northern & Central
Australia.
General Information For All Tours
Types of Accommodation
1. Bookings & Payment
Bookings can be made by completing the booking form on this brochure
or by contacting us by phone, mail or e-mail. Bookings can be made with a
$100 per person deposit. Full fare is payable one month prior to departure
or two months if the tour contains an airfare. Bookings within the full fare
payable period require full payment.
We accept payments by cash, bank cheque, personal cheque, money
order, bank transfer, Visa or MasterCard. Payments by credit card over
$200 are not accepted unless a 2% of value service fee is included.
2. Departure Points
• Land based tours depart from and return to the Public Transport
Centre, 116 West Pde, East Perth.
• Tours with air travel depart from Perth Airport, T1, T2, T3 or T4
• Passengers may also depart from Casey Australia Tours O’Connor (WA)
depot by arrangement.
• Interstate passengers on tours departing from Perth can board from
the Ambassador Hotel, 196 Adelaide Tce, Perth. By arrangment.
3. Fare Protection
For extended tours a Fare Protection Plan is available which is designed
to protect your fare should you become ill or a member of your family
become life threateningly ill before or whilst on tour. Details are available
when booking.
4. Your Health
We have no age limit or health standard. We do however trust your good
sense. We ask that if you do have a condition which may affect you while
on tour to inform our staff on booking. We suggest, if you are elderly or
have recently had a serious illness, to consult your doctor to see if you are
fit to travel. Because of the variety of temperatures encountered on the
tours and the fact that you travel in close confinement with other people
you may consider having a flu injection before departure, particularly on
winter tours.
5. Coaches
Casey Australia Tours, operate a modern fleet of Coaches and 4WD
Coaches, with, onboard toilets, seat belts, reclining seats, air conditioning,
tinted windows, comfortable suspension, Satellite Phone, PA and
entertainment systems.
Please see individual tour itinerary page for specific coach details.
Luxury Coach
On the day by day descriptions in this brochure you will find codes
relating to meal and accommodation, these codes are explained below.
Motels
Generally 3 star or better. All rooms
are ensuited. Most will have TV,
Air Cond, Tea and Coffee Facilities.
Rooms will be allocated on a
twin share basis. Optional Single
Supplement available, please see
individual tour details for costing.
Safari Tent with ensuite are
sometimes used in remote areas
and have most the facilities of a
motel room.
Cabins
In remote areas the only
accommodation available is
sometimes basic.
Cabins may be a single room with
ensuite, TV etc and the equivalent
of a budget motel, others may be a
room with beds and no ensuite.
Cabins at Mount Augustus,
Mungeranie & Ray Station are
mining style ‘dongas’ and do not
provide ensuite.
Camping
Some camping is in the beauty of
Australian bush and on other nights
we use the facilities of caravan parks,
national parks or stations.
Nights in bush camp do have access
to toilets.
Passengers are asked to assist in
teams to erect the campsite.
Tents will be allocated on a twin share
basis. Tents are 180cm high 270cm
square at the base, fully floored,
and very simple to erect; four pegs a
pole in the middle and the tent is up.
Inside the tent sleeping is on a camp
stretcher (picture right) with a thin
foam mattresses. It is recommended
passengers bring a pillow and warm
bottom sheet and sleeping bag or warm rug to sleep in.
Sleeping bags can be hired when booking for $40 per tour per person.
There is LED electric floodlighting of the area until after dinner is finished
and packed away, we then enjoy the peace of the night bush. A torch is
recommended.
4WD Coach
6. Pricing
First price shown for a Perth departure with a return to Perth. All
prices are based on twin share accommodation. Single Supplements
are available. All inclusions are stated at the beginning of each tour
description and in the day by day itinerary.
Land only prices are available for all tours, please call our office to discuss.
7. Airfares
We use air services of Qantas, Virgin Blue, Jetstar, Skywest and Air
New Zealand. Carrier and flight times are provided one month prior to
departure.
8. Alteration of Flights
If you wish to have a different departure or return flight from the
scheduled flight this can be arranged for no fee but must be stated in
writting 60 days before departure. Any increase in the cost of the new
flight from the scheduled flight will need to be paid.
9. Departures from other capital cities (Not Perth)
For most tours there is a set price for passengers departing from other
capital cities. This price includes the tour as per the day by day description
as well as anything noted below the price. If a departure point is not
indicated please contact the office for a tailored price.
Meal Codes and Descriptions
Breakfast
CAB - Camp Breakfast; Cereal, toast, tea & coffee.
CB - Continental Breakfast; Provided at motel or at attraction.
FB - Fully Cooked Breakfast; Provided by motel or attraction.
Lunch
PL- Picnic Lunch; Meat, salads, tea & coffee. Could also be Sausage sizzle or
hot dogs.
Dinner
CAD- Camp Dinner; Supplied by Casey Tours staff, Usually includes, bbq, or
camp oven, vegetables or salads and dessert.
PD- Picnic Dinner; Examples include Fish & Chips or a Sausage sizzle.
RD- Restaurant Dinner; Provided at a club, bistro or other establishment.
MD - Motel Dinner; Two or three course evening meal. Provided at the
motel.
Notes
Breakfast on the first day and dinner on the last day of all tours is not
included. Generally lunches are not included, unless noted.
All meals on planes are not included (some will be offered).
Damper in the Camp Fire
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Booking Form & Conditions
JUL 16
63 BIRDWOOD CIRCUS BICTON W.A. 6157
Telephone 1800 999 677 Fax 08 9319 1418
Email [email protected]
Tour Desired:
Departure Date
Enclosed - FULL FARE / DEPOSIT to the amount of
$..................................................
Passenger 1
Surname
Do you wish to apply for: (please tick)
Mr/Mrs/Ms
Full Correct Name for Airline Tickets
Name for Name Badge
Fare Protection Plan (See details on page 34)
Single Room Accommodation (Motel/Cabin Tours)
Single Tent (Camping Tours)
Postal Address
Telephone
Post Code
(Mobile preferred) Senior/Pen Card Number
Sleeping Bag Hire $40 (Camping Tours)
Depart from the East Perth Terminal
Depart from Perth Airport
Email Address
Depart from our O’Connor (WA) Depot
Depart from Ambassador Hotel Perth
Passenger 2
Surname
Do you wish to apply for: (please tick)
Mr/Mrs/Ms
Full Correct Name for Airline Tickets
Name for Name Badge
Fare Protection Plan (See details on page 34)
Single Room Accommodation (Motel/Cabin Tours)
Single Tent (Camping Tours)
Postal Address
Telephone
Post Code
(Mobile preferred) Senior/Pen Card Number
Sleeping Bag Hire $40 (Camping Tours)
Depart from the East Perth Terminal
Depart from Perth Airport
Email Address
Depart from our O’Connor (WA) Depot
Depart from Ambassador Hotel Perth
Please enclose deposit of $100 per person or full fare if booking within one/two months.
(See Bookings & Payment details on page 34)
BOOKINGS ARE ACCEPTED ON THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS
Bryan and Adriana Casey trading as Casey Australia Tours (herein referred to as “the Firm”) accepts the bookings subject to the following:
1. If a passenger wishes to cancel his or her booking, the fare will only be refunded as follows:
TOURS INCLUDING AN AIR TICKET:
(a) 28 days or more prior to designated departure date 100%
(c) 15 to 6 days prior to designated departure date 80%
TOURS NOT INCLUDING AN AIR TICKET:
(a) 28 days or more prior to designated departure date 100%
(b) 27 to 16 days prior to designated departure date 90%
(c) 15 to 6 days prior to designated departure date 80%
(d) 5 to 1 days prior to designated departure date 0%
(e) Day of departure or during tour 0%
(d) 5 to 1 days prior to designated departure date 0%
(e) Day of departure or during tour 0%.
Note: Fare Protection Plan will give protection against this risk.
Less monies held by the airline for cancellation of air ticket.
(b) 27 to 16 days prior to designated departure date 90%
2. All tickets and vouchers are issued and all travel and accommodation arrangements are made by the Firm upon the express condition that it shall not be liable
for any injury, damage, loss, delay or inconvenience either by reason of any defect in any vehicle or building or through the act or defaults whether negligent or
otherwise, of the Firm or its servants or any company, firm or person engaged in providing transport, refreshment, accommodation or other facilities or services
in connection with the Tour, nor shall the Firm be liable for any damage, losses or additional expenses suffered by the passenger as the result of delay or
changes on road, rail, sea, air or other services or as a result of sickness, quarantine, weather, war, strikes, riot or any other cause whatsoever.
2a. Notwithstanding the provisions of Condition 2 the Firm will accept liability for personal injury, loss and damage arising under the Motor Vehicle (Third Party
Insurance) Act 1943 - 1975 in respect of which the Firm is adequately covered by insurance but not otherwise.
3. The Firm shall not be deemed to be the agent of the passenger.
4. The Firm reserves the right without previous notice to the passenger to cancel or withdraw any tour and in such event the full sum paid by the passenger shall
be returned to the passenger and upon tendering the same all liability of the firm to the passenger shall cease.
5. The Firm, in its absolute discretion, reserves the right to modify any tour or holiday itinerary, route, timetable, excursion or accommodation and shall not be
liable to the passenger for any loss, damage or inconvenience resulting therefrom.
6. All luggage, baggage, goods and personal articles are at all times and in all circumstances at passenger’s risk.
7. The Firm, its employees or agents may at any time during a tour request a passenger to withdraw from the tour if in the opinion of the Firm, its employee or
agent the passenger is guilty of misconduct and upon the request being made the passenger shall immediately withdraw from the tour.
8. No agent, servant or representative of the Firm has any right to alter or vary or waive any of these conditions. Nor is any such person authorised to undertake
any liability whatsoever on behalf of the Firm unless such be in writing and signed by a member of the Firm.

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