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Australia EXTRAORDINARY OVERLAND EXPEDITIONS PRE-RELEASE BROCHURE 2020 OUTBACKSPIRITTOURS.COM.AU
Welcome to Outback Spirit Australia’s leading small group tour company Exploring the vast Australian Outback is for many people like an awakening. It delivers an enhanced sense and new perspective of this extraordinary country; it’s environment, culture, wildlife and history. Outback Spirit has been showcasing the Outback for 21 years. From modest beginnings with a single 4WD bus, we’ve grown to become the number 1 choice for Australians seeking a small group outback adventure. Over the past year nearly 7000 people travelled with us into the outback, half of which were repeat clients setting off on another adventure. Getting off the beaten track without sacrificing comfort or professionalism has been a hallmark of our brand since the very beginning. Our fleet of luxury 4WD Mercedes Benz coaches provide an unrivalled level of comfort and safety, whilst our passionate and knowledgeable guides make every trip an enlightening and memorable experience. Delivering above and beyond expectations is what Outback Spirit is known for. Join us for an adventure in 2020, and you’ll see why. Andre & Courtney Ellis Brothers / Founders / Owners
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Leichhardt’s Savannah Expedition 14 DAYS | 13 NIGHTS CAIRNS – DARWIN (AND VICE VERSA) TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Spend 3 nights at our upgraded wilderness camp on AWC’s Pungalina-Seven Emu Wildlife Sanctuary on the Gulf of Carpentaria. Swim in thermal pools, take a scenic helicopter flight and cruise the Calvert River • Travel the remote Savannah Way and spend 2 nights at Lorella Springs, an incredible million-acre cattle station on the Gulf. • Explore Burrunju (the ‘Ruined City’) in southern Arnhem Land on an exclusive helicopter adventure • Marvel at Riversleigh, one of the most significant fossil deposits in the world • Take a guided tour through mind-blowing lava tubes at Undara Volcanic National Park and overnight in unique train carriage accommodation • Take a magical sunset dinner cruise on the Gulf of Carpentaria at Karumba • Visit Limmen National Park and explore the southern ‘Lost City’ on a guided walk • Enjoy a guided walk and tranquil cruise in stunning Lawn Hill Gorge • Travel through the Atherton Tablelands and visit Millaa Millaa Falls • Visit Roper Bar and cruise the historic Roper River • Ride the historic Gulflander Train
9 ACCOMMODATION & ITINERARY SNAPSHOT DAY DESTINATION ACCOMMODATION DAY DESTINATION ACCOMMODATION 1 Cairns Shangri-La Hotel 8 Pungalina-Seven Emu Pungalina Sanctuary 2 Undara Volcanic Nat. Park Undara Experience 9 Lorella Springs Lorella Springs Station 3 Karumba End of the Road Motel 10 Lorella Springs Lorella Springs Station 4 Lawn Hill National Park Adel’s Grove 11 Ngukurr Darlala Motel 5 Lawn Hill National Park Adel’s Grove 12 Ngukurr Darlala Motel 6 Pungalina-Seven Emu Pungalina Sanctuary 13 Darwin DoubleTree by Hilton 7 Pungalina-Seven Emu Pungalina Sanctuary 14 Tour Concludes
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Leichhardt’s Savannah
Expedition
14 DAYS | FULLY ACCOMMODATED | CAIRNS - DARWIN (AND VICE VERSA)
Your Journey the coach and continue to Karumba. Located on
the banks of the Norman River, Karumba came
DAY 6
Savannah Way – Pungalina-Seven Emu
to importance in the 1930’s when it became a Wildlife Sanctuary
DAY 1 stop-over point for flying boats on the run from
Your Adventure Begins in Cairns This morning we bid farewell to Lawn Hill and
London to Australia.
continue along the Savannah Way, crossing
Upon your arrival at Cairns airport today, you Note: Gulflander Train operates subject to over the border into the Northern Territory.
will be met by your friendly and professional availabilty. Not far into the Territory we turn off and head
Outback Spirit Tour Driver and Tour Director.
This afternoon we enjoy a special Sand Island into Australian Wildlife Conservancy’s Pungalina-
We’ll then check in to the luxurious Shangri-
sunset dinner cruise in the Gulf. Dine on local Seven Emu Wildlife Sanctuary. Together, the two
La Hotel, perfectly positioned on the Cairns
seafood while watching a sensational gulf sunset. properties cover a combined area of around
Marina. Tonight, join us in the hotel restaurant
(Includes wine and beer. Alternative meals are 305,000 hectares and include coastal monsoon
for a sumptuous welcome dinner and meet your
available). We overnight at the End of the Road rainforest, tall paper bark forests, palm fringed
fellow adventurers. Meals: D
Motel. Meals: B.L.D wetlands, deep gorges and coastal flood plains.
The sanctuary is home to over 40 species of
DAY 2 mammals, 190 species of birds and 95 species
DAY 4
Atherton Tablelands – Undara Volcanic of frogs and reptiles.
Savannah Way – Adel’s Grove
National Park We arrive at Pungalina-Seven Emu Wildlife
Today we follow the Savannah Way across the
Departing Cairns early, we trek west and drive Gulf. Stop at Camp 119, the most northerly Sanctuary late this afternoon for a special three
through the scenic Atherton Tablelands. Visit camp of the Burke and Wills Expedition of night stay in our new safari camp. Enjoy staying
beautiful Millaa Millaa Falls before continuing to 1860/61 before continuing to Leichhardt Falls in unique safari tents with ensuite bathrooms.
Undara Volcanic National Park, which protects (no swimming). We then trek on to Boodjamulla Meals: B.L.D
the longest lava tube cave system in the world. (Lawn Hill) National Park, arriving at Adel’s Note: Seven Emu is owned by Mr Frank
Today a local Savannah Guide will take us on a Grove mid-afternoon for our two night stay. Shadforth with 110,000 hectares of the
tour through the lava tube cave system. Created Accommodation consists of motel-style units property leased to the Australian Wildlife
when the Undara Volcano erupted over 190,000 with ensuite bathrooms. Meals: B.L.D Conservancy for conservation. Pungalina is
years ago, the lava that poured out was enough wholly owned by AWC.
to fill Sydney Harbour three times over. The lava DAY 5
flows lasted a long time, which allowed the outer DAY 7 & 8
Boodjamulla (Lawn Hill) National Park
edge to cool while the interior kept flowing,
The name ‘Adel’ comes from the initials of Exploring Pungalina-Seven Emu
creating the tubes seen today.
Albert de Lestang. In 1920 he took up some land Sanctuary
This afternoon we arrive at Undara Experience which was once a miner’s lease, and transformed Over the next two days we’ll explore Pungalina-
and check in to our unique accommodation, it into an experimental Botanical Garden. By 1939 Seven Emu Wildlife Sanctuary and learn about
consisting of restored railway carriages. The lodge over 1,000 species of exotic native plants, shrubs what makes these two properties such important
has recently been fully renovated and upgraded, and trees had been planted, supplying the ecological habitats in northern Australia.
with all rooms now featuring private ensuite Botanic Gardens of the world with seeds Activities include a scenic helicopter flight over
bathrooms. produced by his nursery. In the early 1950’s fire the sanctuary, following the spectacular Calvert
Tonight, enjoy dinner in the outdoor style swept through the nursery destroying everything River all the way to the shores of the Gulf of
restaurant as the outback sunset fades into a including his home and all research that had been Carpentaria. Then, enjoy a cruise on the Calvert
clear starlit night. Meals: B.L.D carried out over 20 years. The Botanic Gardens River and experience some rarely seen but truly
of Brisbane still holds 536 samples of seeds sent spectacular scenery. We’ll also take an informative
DAY 3 to them by Albert de Lestang. ecology tour.
Gulflander Train – Karumba Today we enjoy a visit to the World Heritage In between activities, we’ll be visiting the beautiful
This morning we depart Undara and head west Listed Riversleigh Fossil site, where we enjoy a site thermal creek that runs past the safari camp.
to Croydon and the small siding of Critters walk with an experienced local guide. Then, it’s on Its waters run at a constant 32°C, making it the
Camp. Here, we’ll catch one of the last great to Lawn Hill Gorge for a guided walk and tranquil perfect place to relax and soak up the pristine
characters of rail travel – The Gulflander! cruise. We return to Adel’s Grove mid-afternoon. environment. Meals: B.L.D - daily
This historic little train takes us on a journey Meals: B.L.D
through to Normanton, where we’ll meet up withFreecall 1800 688 222 11
DAY 9
Savannah Way – Borroloola – Lorella
Springs Station
This morning we return to the Savannah Way,
also known as the ‘Great Top Road’. We make
our way west to Borroloola on the McArthur
River before passing through Limmen National
Park. We arrive at Lorella Springs Station late
this afternoon for our two night stay.
Lorella Springs is a spectacular one million-acre
cattle station that stretches to the shores of
the Gulf. Accommodation here has recently
been upgraded and now comprises a mixture
of different rooms and cabins, all with private
ensuite bathrooms. Meals: B.L.D
DAY 10
Exploring Lorella Springs Station
Today we explore parts of the massive Lorella
Springs Station. Visit some of the pristine springs
and rock pools for a swim before taking a look at
DAY 12 DAY 13
Flying Fox Swamp, home to an array of birdlife. Roper River – Arnhem Land and Roper Bar – Katherine – Darwin
After a picnic lunch out and about, we return to the ‘Ruined City’ This morning we make an early start to Darwin.
the lodge where the rest of the afternoon can Today we head off on a helicopter adventure Pass through Mataranka and Katherine before
be spent at your leisure. There are more thermal with local Traditional Owners to Burrunju arriving late afternoon. Upon our arrival we check
pools located close to the accommodation facility, (also known as the ‘Ruined City’). Land at this in to the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel on the
an ideal spot for a relaxing afternoon. Meals: B.L.D spectacular geological formation and let your Esplanade, where we stay in harbour view rooms.
Indigenous guide share their stories about the Tonight, we enjoy dinner at the hotel and
DAY 11 area and why it’s such an important part of celebrate our adventure through some of the
Southern Lost City – Roper Bar – Ngukurr their culture. most remote country in Australia. Meals: B.L.D
Our travels today take us north along one of the This afternoon we enjoy a 1-hour cruise on
most remote sections of the Savannah Way. Used the Roper River. Explored by Ludwig Leichhardt
DAY 14
extensively by drovers in the 1870’s, thousands of in 1845 on his expedition to Port Essington, Farewell
cattle have walked this route on their way from the river forms the southern boundary of After breakfast enjoy a leisurely morning before
QLD to the Northern Territory and the Kimberley. being transferred to the airport, or to your
Arnhem Land and flows into the Gulf. By the
This morning we enjoy a short guided walk into 1870’s the river was lined with paddle steamers accommodation if staying on in Darwin. Meals: B
the Southern Lost City in Limmen National Park. which were bringing in supplies for the men Information Regarding Helicopter Flights
Then, continue heading north along the Savannah building the Overland Telegraph Line. Weight restrictions apply for legal and safety
Way to Roper Bar on the Roper River. From here
Late this afternoon we return to Ngukurr and reasons on all helicopter flights. All passengers
we cross into Arnhem Land and head to the
spend our second night at the Darlala Motel. must be weighed prior to boarding the aircraft.
community of Ngukurr, where we spend the next
Meals: B.L.D
two nights at the Darlala Motel in modern motel
rooms. Meals: B.L.D
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14 DAYS | 13 NIGHTS 2020 DEPARTURE DATES PRE-RELEASE OFFER
$10,295 per person twin share
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APR 23*, 29* SAVE $900 per person
MAY 10, 13, 27*
Single Supplement: $1,795
JUN 2*, 13, 21
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TOUR INCLUSIONS JUL 5, 8*, 21*, 27*
Small group size 22 AUG 3, 10, 17*, 25*
All meals whilst on tour SEP 7, 11 SAVE $900 per person
All attraction, national park & cruise fees NOTE: Departures with an * next to them operate in the opposite direction. Reverse itinerary available on request.
13 nights of good to excellent quality
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Travel aboard a state-of-the-art 5 star Pay your tour in full by 30 September 2019 and save an additional $300 per person.
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Longreach & Outback
Queensland Spectacular
15 DAYS | FULLY ACCOMMODATED | BRISBANE – CAIRNS (AND VICE VERSA)
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
• Discover the cultural & natural
wonders of Carnarvon Gorge and
spend 2 nights at Carnarvon Gorge
Wilderness Lodge
• Take a magical sunset dinner cruise
on the Gulf of Carpentaria
• Discover the world’s only recorded
dinosaur stampede at Lark Quarry
• Visit the Stockman’s Hall of Fame and
Qantas Founders Museum, including
Boeing 747 & 707 aircraft tours
• Cruise the Thomson River and
enjoy the ‘Starlight’s Spectacular’
dinner show
• Marvel at Riversleigh, one of the
worlds most significant fossil deposits
• Enjoy a guided walk and tranquil
Your Journey wildlife, the Park is a refuge for Australia’s two
monotremes, the platypus and echidna.
cruise in stunning Lawn Hill Gorge
Today there are numerous guided walks available • Cruise Cobbold Gorge and ride the
DAY 1 depending on your fitness level. Spot an elusive legendary Gulflander Train
Brisbane – Toowoomba platypus on a gentle nature trail or, for the • Travel through the picturesque
Upon your arrival in Brisbane today you are met more seasoned walkers, head up the gorge to Atherton Tablelands and visit
and greeted by our friendly and professional Moss Garden. This afternoon there is also the Millaa Milla Falls
crew. (Please arrive on flights prior to 12.30pm. opportunity for scenic helicopter flights to be
Hotel pickups in Brisbane are available before taken over the park (at own expense). • Take a guided tour through mind-
midday). We then depart Brisbane airport early Meals: B.L.D blowing Lava Tubes at Undara and
this afternoon en route to Toowoomba, situated overnight in unique train carriage
on the crest of the Great Dividing Range. Enjoy a DAY 4 accommodation
tour of this strong regional city before checking Emerald – Barcaldine – Longreach
in to the Burke & Wills Hotel. Meals: D
This morning we depart Carnarvon Gorge
and travel further ‘Outback’ to Longreach. Enjoy a delicious 2 course meal around the
DAY 2 Pass through the coal mining town of Emerald campfire followed by an evening immersed in the
Roma – Carnarvon Gorge before arriving into Longreach late this afternoon. spirit of Harry Redford in ‘Starlight’s Spectacular’
This morning we cross the rich and fertile plains We spend the next two nights at Saltbush sound and light show. Meals: B.L.D
of the Darling Downs. Visit Dalby, home to the Retreat, a boutique outback lodge. Meals: B.L.D
largest grain receival depot in Queensland before DAY 6
heading on to Roma. Enjoy lunch and a tour at the DAY 5 Winton – National Heritage Listed
Big Rig Oil Patch before continuing north into the Stockman’s Hall of Fame – Lark Quarry
Carnarvon National Park. We spend the next two This morning we depart Longreach and head
Qantas Founders Museum
nights at Carnarvon Gorge Wilderness Lodge to for Winton, stopping along the way to visit the
Longreach is one of Queensland’s most prosperous
explore this spectacular area. Meals: B.L.D Australian Age of Dinosaurs Museum. Enjoy a
regions. Today we visit the Qantas Founders
Museum which houses a Boeing 747 and the guided tour before arriving into Winton, a town
DAY 3 airline’s first 707. Enjoy a tour inside both aircraft with a rich history and links to the Great Shearer’s
Exploring Carnarvon Gorge and wander through the exceptional museum Strike, Qantas and Waltzing Matilda.
An oasis in the heart of Queensland, Carnarvon before visiting the famous Stockman’s Hall of Fame. This afternoon we visit Lark Quarry Conservation
National Park is characterised by towering white We’ll also visit the School of Distance Education. Reserve, containing the world’s only record of a
sandstone cliffs and pockets of rainforest. dinosaur stampede. We overnight at the Boulder
This afternoon we enjoy a cruise on the Thomson
Well-known for its incredible abundance of Opal Motor Inn in Winton. Meals: B.L.D
River, followed by dinner on the riverbank.Freecall 1800 688 222 13
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Waltzing Matilda Centre – Cloncurry – Boodjamulla (Lawn Hill) National Park Cobbold Gorge Cruise – Undara
John Flynn Museum – Mt. Isa The name ‘Adel’ comes from the initials of Albert Lava Tubes
Enjoy a visit to the Waltzing Matilda Centre before de Lestang. In 1920 he took up some land which After breakfast we take part in a 2-hour river
continuing north west to Cloncurry, passing by was once a miner’s lease and transformed it cruise on Cobbold Gorge. The gorge stretches
the Walkabout Creek Hotel at McKinlay which into an experimental Botanic Garden. By 1939 for approximately 6km and consists of a series
featured in the legendary film ‘Crocodile Dundee’. Albert had planted over 1,000 species of exotic of waterholes bound by spectacular rocky
and native plants, shrubs and trees and supplied cliffs. Afterwards, we’ll make our way to Undara
In 1928 John Flynn established the Aerial Medical
the Botanic Gardens of the world with seeds Volcanic National Park, which protects the
Service in Cloncurry which took his caring service to
produced by his nursery. Today the Brisbane longest lava tube cave system in the world.
remote homesteads and communities. We enjoy a Botanic Gardens still hold 536 different samples
visit to the John Flynn Museum before continuing Today a local Savannah guide will take us on a
of seeds sent to them by Albert de Lestang.
to Mt. Isa, arriving late afternoon. We spend the tour through the lava tube cave system. Created
next two nights at the Red Earth Hotel, a luxurious This morning, we visit magnificent Lawn Hill Gorge. when the Undara Volcano erupted over 190,000
boutique style hotel in the centre of town. Activities include a guided walk and tranquil cruise. years ago, the lava that poured out was enough
There are also canoes available for those looking to fill Sydney Harbour three times over. The lava
Meals: B.L.D
to get out and explore the gorge’s beautiful flows lasted a long time, which allowed the outer
waterways under their own steam. Afterwards, edge to cool while the interior kept flowing,
DAY 8 return to Adel’s Grove for lunch followed by an creating the tubes seen today.
Mt. Isa – Mine Tour – Riversleigh afternoon at your leisure. Meals: B.L.D
Fossil Centre This afternoon we arrive at Undara Experience
DAY 11 and check in to our unique accommodation,
Mt. Isa began as a mining town following the
consisting of restored railway carriages. All rooms
discovery of substantial deposits of lead in 1923. Karumba – Sand Island dinner cruise
feature private ensuite bathrooms.
It is now one of the world’s top 10 producers of This morning we head north and meet up with
copper, silver, lead and zinc. Enjoy a town tour the Savannah Way. Enjoy a brief stop at Camp Tonight, enjoy dinner in the outdoor style
before visiting the ‘Outback at Isa’ centre where 119, the most northerly camp of the Burke and restaurant as the outback sunset fades into a
we take an underground tour of the Hard Times Wills Expedition of 1860/61. We then continue clear starlit night. Meals: B.L.D
Mine. Afterwards we visit the unique Riversleigh on to Karumba, which came to importance in the
Centre which interprets the World Heritage listed 1930’s as a stop-over point for flying boats on DAY 14
fossil sites at Riversleigh. This afternoon enjoy the run from London to Australia. This afternoon Atherton Tablelands – Cairns
some free time to relax at the hotel or stroll enjoy a special Sand Island sunset dinner cruise Departing Undara we begin the final leg of our
through the CBD of Mt. Isa. Meals: B.L.D in the Gulf. Enjoy local seafood while watching a journey to Cairns. On the way we pass through
sensational gulf sunset. (Includes wine and beer. the scenic Atherton Tablelands and visit the
DAY 9 Alternative meals are available). We overnight at stunning Millaa Millaa Falls. We arrive into Cairns
the End of the Road Motel. Meals: B.L.D mid-afternoon and check in to the Shangri-La
Riversleigh World Heritage Area –
Hotel, located on the Cairns Marina. Here we
Adel’s Grove DAY 12 enjoy our final dinner together in the hotel
Departing Mt. Isa early this morning we make our Normanton – Gulflander Train – restaurant and celebrate our adventures through
way towards Boodjamulla (Lawn Hill) National Outback Queensland. Meals: B.L.D
Cobbold Gorge
Park. En route we visit Riversleigh, which was
This morning we catch one of the world’s last
inscribed onto the World Heritage List in 1994 DAY 15
great characters of rail travel – The Gulflander.
for being one of the most significant fossil
This historic little train takes us on a journey to Farewell
deposits in the world. We take a site walk with an
Critters Camp before we re-board our coach After breakfast enjoy a free morning before
experienced guide before continuing to Adel’s
and continue on to Georgetown. From here being transferred to the airport or your
Grove, a stunning little spot located on Lawn
we head south to Cobbold Gorge, a geological accommodation if staying on in Cairns. Meals: B
Hill Creek. We spend the next two nights here in wonderland set on Robin Hood Station. We
motel style cabins with private bathroom facilities. overnight at Cobbold Village in modern cabins
Meals: B.L.D with ensuite bathroom facilities. Meals: B.L.D
G HURRY!
2020 PRICING, DATES & PRE-RELEASE OFFERS Must book by 30 September
to obtain pre-release offer!
15 DAYS | 14 NIGHTS 2020 DEPARTURE DATES PRE-RELEASE OFFER
$8,995 per person twin share MAY 3, 22* AUG 7*, 26
Less any discounts
Single Supplement: $1,795
JUN 10, 28* SEP 13* SAVE $700
per person
Deposit required on booking: $1,250pp JUL 19
TOUR INCLUSIONS NOTE: Departures with an * next to them operate in the opposite direction. Reverse itinerary available on request.
Small group size 26 EARLY PAYMENT INCENTIVE
All meals whilst on tour
Pay your tour in full by 30 September 2019 and save an additional $250 per person.
All entry and cruise fees
14 nights of exceptional hotel, lodge
and resort accommodation. LOYALTY DISCOUNT GROUP DISCOUNT
Travel aboard a state-of-the-art 5 star Travelled Discount Group size Discount
4WD Mercedes Benz vehicle Once Save $150pp 4 travellers Save $150pp
2-3 tours Save $250pp 5-7 travellers Save $200pp
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East Coast Island
Escape
12 DAYS | FULLY ACCOMMODATED | BRISBANE – CAIRNS (AND VICE VERSA)
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
• Spend 2 nights on Heron Island, a
natural coral cay in the southern
Great Barrier Reef Marine Park
• Experience the magic and beauty
of the Whitsundays with a full day
cruise to Whitehaven Beach &
Hamilton Island
• Spend 2 nights on Fraser Island and
enjoy a full day 4WD tour
• Swim in Fraser Island’s beautiful Lake
McKenzie & float down Eli Creek.
Also travel along 75-mile Beach and
visit the Maheno Shipwreck
• Enjoy a Great Barrier Reef cruise to
the idyllic and unspoilt Low Isles
• Visit Magnetic Island and overnight at
Peppers Blue on Blue Resort
Your Journey transfer over to Heron Island, a natural coral
cay located in the Great Barrier Reef, 80kms
• Tour through the Atherton
Tablelands and visit Millaa Millaa Falls
off the coast of Queensland near the Tropic of
DAY 1 Capricorn. The Island is small enough to walk • Cruise the wild Daintree River
Brisbane – River Heads – Fraser Island around in 20 minutes, yet it has everything you • Enjoy a ‘Flames of the Forest’ dining
Today you will be met by our friendly and could wish for: a restaurant to satisfy healthy experience in Port Douglas
professional Tour Directors at Brisbane Airport*. appetites, a deep resort swimming pool backing
• Visit the unique historical ruins of a
We then depart Brisbane and pass through the onto a bar and an abundance of wildlife that
Sunshine Coast en route to River Heads, the will truly amaze. Spanish Castle at Paronella Park
departure point for Fraser Island. Enjoy the ferry Your next two nights will be spent on this beautiful
transfer across to Fraser Island where we spend island at Heron Island Resort. Meals: B.L.D
the next two nights at the Kingfisher Bay Resort. Apartment Hotel, Rockhampton’s newest and
Meals: L.D largest apartment hotel in the heart of the CBD
DAY 4 Riverfront Precinct. Meals: B.L.D
*Please arrive in Brisbane by 10am. Heron Island
During your stay on Heron Island there’s a range DAY 6
DAY 2 of activities available to discover all the island
Fraser Island Exploring Rockhampton – Airlie Beach
and reef has to offer. These include snorkelling,
This morning we depart Rockhampton and head
Today enjoy a full day 4WD tour of Fraser Island. fishing, sunset cruises, guided walks and a semi-
north through Mackay and on to Proserpine.
Travel along 75 Mile Beach to the coloured sands submarine marine tour. There’s also a tour of
From Proserpine, we head towards the coast
of the Pinnacles and visit the Maheno Shipwreck. the Heron Island Research Centre. You can do
to Airlie Beach where we will spend the next
Also visit Fraser Island’s most beautiful lake - Lake as little or as much as you like! These activities
two nights at Peppers Airlie Beach. With the
McKenzie. Enjoy a swim in the clear blue water are all included in your tour fare, and a full list
casual ambience of tropical North Queensland
surrounded by pristine white beaches. Also stop will be made available to you prior to your tour
combined with the sophistication and style of this
for a swim at Eli Creek and tour through the departure. Meals: B.L.D
resort, you will certainly enjoy your time here.
island’s rainforest before returning to the resort
Meals: B.L.D
mid-afternoon. Meals: B.L.D DAY 5
Heron Island – Rockhampton DAY 7
DAY 3 This morning we’ll board the ferry back to the
Fraser Island – Heron Island Whitehaven Beach & Hamilton Island
mainland. We continue our journey up the coast
Today we depart early for a full day Whitehaven
Today we catch the early morning ferry back to and enjoy a brief town tour of Rockhampton
Beach & Hamilton Island cruise, operated by
the mainland. Journey up the east coast along before visiting the coastal town of Yeppoon.
Cruise Whitsundays.
the Bruce Highway, passing through Childers en We return to Rockhampton and check in to
route to Gladstone. From here we take the ferry our overnight accommodation at the EmpireFreecall 1800 688 222 15
The Whitehaven segment of the cruise is a extraordinary features of the Great Barrier Reef
leisurely half day scenic cruise to this magnificent and is also the education centre for the Great
beach. Your cruise vessel has expansive seating Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority.
areas inside and out and your friendly skipper After some morning tea we depart Townsville
will provide an informative commentary on and continue our journey north. Pass through
the history and natural wonders of the area. Ingham and Cardwell before arriving at Mission
Once at the beach, sink your toes into the fine Beach where we spend the night at Castaway’s
white silica sands of Whitehaven and enjoy the Resort and Spa, located right on the waterfront.
warm, crystal clear waters. This is Mother Nature Enjoy time for a stroll along this sensational beach
at her best! Back on the vessel, sit back, breathe before dinner overlooking the Coral Sea.
in the sea air and marvel at the 74 Island Wonders Meals: B.L.D
of the Whitsundays.
Later today at Hamilton Island, you might like to DAY 10
jump on a shuttle bus and tour around the island. Atherton Tablelands – Port Douglas
The shuttles circuit the island all day stopping at
After departing Mission Beach this morning we
key attractions, scenic points and resorts, so hop
visit Paronella Park, home to one of Australia’s
on and off as you please. Enjoy a wander along
earliest hydro power systems. Built in the
the waterfront of Hamilton Island’s famous Front
1930’s to provide entertainment to the public,
Street and Marina Village taking in the sights,
the park featured tennis courts, a cinema and
visiting the galleries, doing some shopping and
even a ballroom inspired by Spanish castles.
of course enjoying lunch at Manta Ray Cafe.
This fascinating historic site is now heritage listed
This afternoon we return to Peppers Airlie Beach and a highlight of your visit to north Queensland.
for our final night in this beautiful coastal location.
Later this morning we continue north and head
Meals: B.L.D
up into the Atherton Tablelands for a visit to
Millaa Millaa Falls. This afternoon we continue
DAY 8 on to Mareeba, Mt Molloy, Mossman and Port
Airlie Beach – Townsville – Douglas. We arrive at Sheraton Grand Mirage protect the reef’s ecology, so the whole of this
Magnetic Island Resort late this afternoon where we will spend beautiful, palm fringed island beach is yours to
This morning we travel back to Proserpine and the next two nights. explore and enjoy!
further north to Townsville. Regarded as the For dinner this evening we step into the rainforest Late this afternoon we return to Port Douglas,
capital of North Queensland, Townsville has a at night for the unique ‘Flames of the Forest’ where we are transferred back to Sheraton
regional population of around 160,000. dining experience, located a short drive out of Grand Mirage Resort for the final night of this
After some lunch along ‘The Strand’ we take the town. Meals: B.L.D amazing journey. Meals: B.L.D
ferry across to Magnetic Island. Enjoy a tour of
the island and explore the sights and beaches DAY 11 DAY 12
including Arcadia Bay. We spend the night on Great Barrier Reef Port Douglas – Cairns
Magnetic Island at the luxurious Peppers Blue on This morning we make our way to the Marina This morning, enjoy a one hour cruise on the
Blue Resort. Meals: B.L.D Mirage where we board the Quicksilver Daintree River with an expert guide who will
‘Wavedancer’ Catamaran. Enjoy an informative share their intricate knowledge of the local
DAY 9 talk by a marine biologist before heading out for ecosystem before heading south to Cairns.
Townsville – Mission Beach the blue waters of the Low Isles in the Coral Sea. You will then be transferred to the airport or to
Today we catch the ferry back to the mainland Set like a jewel in a Great Barrier Reef Lagoon, your accommodation if staying on in Cairns.
and enjoy a visit to Reef HQ Aquarium, the Low Isles is an idyllic and unspoilt coral island. Bon Voyage! Meals: B
world’s largest living coral reef aquarium. The clear and calm lagoon waters are ideal for
This fascinating centre showcases the rare and snorkelling and swimming. Visitors are limited to
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Expedition
14 DAYS | FULLY ACCOMMODATED | BROOME – PERTH (AND VICE VERSA)
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
• Spend 3 nights at the luxurious
Mantarays Ningaloo Beach Resort,
the only resort on Sunrise Beach
• Enjoy a half day Ningaloo Reef
Discovery Cruise
• Cruise Yardie Creek Gorge in Cape
Range National Park
• Spend 2 nights in Karijini National
Park in unique tented safari cabins
• Enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the
Port Hedland iron ore port with an
informative harbour cruise
• Tour the BHP Billiton Mt. Whaleback
Mine, the largest single pit open cut
iron ore mine in the world
• Shark Bay catamaran cruise in search
of dolphins, dugongs and sea turtles
Your Journey DAY 4
Newman – Karijini National Park • Visit the Pinnacles and Nambung NP
This morning we join a guided tour of the BHP • Visit Dampier and Australia’s largest
DAY 1 resource project
Billiton Mt. Whaleback mine, the largest single
Your Adventure Begins in Broome
pit open-cut iron ore mine in the world. We then • Visit the spectacular Millstream-
Upon your arrival at Broome airport you’ll be
depart for the breathtaking Karijini National Park & Chichester National Park including
met by your friendly and professional touring
spend 2 nights at the Karijini Eco Retreat in unique Deep Reach & Chinderwarriner Pools
crew. Enjoy a town tour before checking in to the
tented cabins with ensuite bathrooms. Meals: B.L.D
luxurious Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa. Enjoy a • Visit the mining town of Tom Price,
spectacular Indian Ocean sunset from the resort the highest town in WA at 747m
before your welcome dinner. Meals: D DAY 5
Karijini Exploring
DAY 2 Today we explore some of the stunning gorges Chichester National Park, which is characterised by
Broome – Port Hedland in Karijini National Park, the second largest park rugged escarpments, tree lined rivers and pristine
This morning we depart Broome and head south in Western Australia. Centred on the Hamersley water pools. The run-off from the Hamersley
along the Great Northern Highway. Pass between Range, it’s famous for its beautiful red gorges, Ranges flows via the Fortescue River into an
the Great Sandy Desert and Eighty Mile Beach, stunning waterfalls and cool swimming holes. underground aquifer that feeds the waterholes
arriving in Port Hedland this afternoon. Tonight we A system of walking trails leads us down to some within the park. Millstream actually used to be a
stay at The Esplanade Hotel. Meals: B.L.D of the best spots where you can take a dip in pastoral lease which ran for over 100 years.
sparkling rock pools. After a picnic lunch we This afternoon we enjoy visits to Deep Reach and
continue touring around other sections of the
DAY 3 Chinderwarriner Pools and the historic Millstream
park, including Weano Gorge and Oxer lookout. Homestead. Continue onto Karratha late this
Port Hedland – Newman
We return to the retreat mid-afternoon and relax afternoon and spend the night at the Karratha
Port Hedland is home to Australia’s largest before dinner. Meals: B.L.D
tonnage port facility. This morning we visit the International Hotel. Meals: B.L.D
Port Hedland Seafarers Centre for an interesting
behind-the-scenes look at the workings of
DAY 6 DAY 7
the Port Hedland iron ore port. After a quick Karijini – Millstream – Chichester Karratha – Dampier – Exmouth
presentation we board one of the Seafarers National Park – Karratha This morning we head out to the Burrup Peninsula
launch service boats and circumnavigate the This morning we make our way up towards to view ancient petroglyph engravings. Dating
entire port, with insightful commentary from Karratha, a town established in 1968 to service back to between 30,000 and 45,000 years, the
your local skipper. After the tour we depart Port and accommodate the iron ore miners in the collection of rock motifs include the oldest known
Hedland for Newman and arrive late afternoon to Hamersley Ranges. En route we visit Tom Price depiction of the human face as well as extinct
check in to the Seasons Hotel. Meals: B.L.D before stopping off at the magnificent Millstream- mega fauna and the now extinct Tasmanian Tiger.Freecall 1800 688 222 17
We’ll also visit the North-West Shelf Visitors behind. This morning we’ll enjoy one of the an eye out for the bay’s precious marine life
Centre in Dampier to learn about one of Australia’s area’s main attractions, the Yardie Creek Gorge including dugongs, dolphins, sharks, huge sea
largest resource projects, where gas is drilled at cruise. This ancient gorge has deep blue water, turtles and more. This afternoon can be spent at
offshore platforms 130km north of Dampier. red limestone cliff faces and a wonderful array of your leisure at the Resort. Meals: B.L.D
This afternoon we head south towards one of birds and wildlife including the rare black-footed
the most pristine natural wonders in Australia, rock wallaby. There’s also a walking trail to the DAY 12
the Ningaloo Reef. We arrive in Exmouth top of the gorge (1.5km – good level of fitness Monkey Mia – Denham – Geraldton
late afternoon and check in to the luxurious required). The views down the creek and out to
This morning we make our way back to the
Mantarays Ningaloo Beach Resort, located right Ningaloo Reef are simply spectacular!
Highway via Denham and the Shark Bay World
on Sunrise Beach. Enjoy premium ocean view After a picnic lunch we’ll visit Milyering, the Cape Heritage Discovery Centre. The centre utilises
rooms during your three night stay. Meals: B.L.D Range National Park Discovery Centre. We then artefacts, specimens, models, photo galleries,
return to Exmouth for our final night at Mantarays illustrations and electronic media to inform
DAY 8 Ningaloo Beach Resort. Meals: B.L.D visitors about the major features of Shark Bay,
Ningaloo Reef Discovery cruise This afternoon there is an option to take a scenic including Indigenous and European culture,
Ningaloo is an untouched 300km long fringing flight over Ningaloo Reef. Spot whales, whale maritime and pastoral history, the flora and fauna
barrier reef that protects a shallow, brilliant sharks, turtles and mantarays from the air and of the region and much more. Afterwards we'll
white sandy lagoon of clear tropical waters. admire the spectacular scenery. Prices start stop off at Hamelin Pool Marine Nature Reserve,
It is one of only a few places on earth where you from approximately $160 for 30 minutes. one of a few places in the world with marine
are able to walk from the beach straight onto a Please contact our office for more details. Stromatolites, or ‘living fossils’. We also visit
coral reef. the Old Telegraph Station before heading
This morning we enjoy a half day discovery cruise DAY 10 south to Geraldton, arriving late-afternoon.
on Ningaloo Reef. Learn about the diversity of Carnarvon – Shark Bay – Monkey Mia We spend the night at the Ocean Centre Hotel
marine life in the park and take the opportunity to on the beachfront. Meals: B.L.D
This morning we depart Exmouth and journey
snorkel in the park’s pristine waters (accompanied south through Carnarvon on our way to Shark Bay
by guides - equipment provided). and Monkey Mia. We arrive late this afternoon and DAY 13
Note: Upgrade your half-day reef discovery check in to the Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort where The Pinnacles – Perth
cruise to a full-day whale shark cruise (cost we’ll stay for the next two nights. Meals: B.L.D This morning we depart Geraldton and head
approx. $275). Enjoy a snorkelling experience south to one of the most renowned landscapes
like no other and swim with the majestic Whale DAY 11 in Australia; the Pinnacles. Here, thousands of
Shark! Must be booked in advance through our Exploring Shark Bay limestone pillars rise from the shifting yellow
office - subject to availability. Enquire for details. The Shark Bay World Heritage Area was inscribed sands, resembling a landscape from a science
This afternoon we return to Mantarays Ningaloo on the UNESCO World Heritage List in December fiction movie. Enjoy a wander through these
Beach Resort. Enjoy time to stroll along the beach 1991. It is only one of a handful of places on the eerie formations before departing for Perth,
or marina before meeting in the award winning list that satisfied all four natural criteria concerning arriving late afternoon to check in to the Crown
Mantaray’s Restaurant for dinner. Meals: B.L.D its natural beauty, biological diversity, ecological Promenade. This evening enjoy a farewell dinner
processes and earth’s history. Its seagrass as we look back on our adventure along the
DAY 9 meadows are the largest in the world and support West Coast of Australia. Meals: B.L.D
Cape Range National Park – a huge population of dugong, along with a variety
Yardie Creek Gorge of other marine life. DAY 14
Today we’ll set off to discover Cape Range This morning we head down to the beach to meet Farewell
National Park, a spectacular place of rugged the famous locals, a pod of wild dolphins that This morning enjoy some free time before being
limestone ranges, breathtaking deep canyons & come in to the shallows and interact with people. transferred to the airport for your return flights.
50 kilometres of pristine beaches. The area is well (As the dolphins are wild, their appearance cannot Bon Voyage! Meals: B
known for the striking contrast of its turquoise be guaranteed!). We then enjoy a catamaran
waters, white beaches and red ochre landscape sailing adventure in Shark Bay Marine Park, keeping
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APR 26 JUL 1, 18*, 23*
Single Supplement: $1,795 MAY 13*, 29 AUG 3, 20* SAVE $700
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JUN 15* SEP 5
TOUR INCLUSIONS
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Small group size 26
All meals whilst on tour EARLY PAYMENT INCENTIVE
All attraction, entry & cruise fees
Pay your tour in full by 30 September 2019 and save an additional $250 per person.
13 nights of exceptional hotel, resort
and lodge accommodation
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Western Wildflowers
Discovery
16 DAYS | FULLY ACCOMMODATED | PERTH – PERTH
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
• Visit Karakamia Wildlife Sanctuary,
operated by AWC
• Visit spectacular Wave Rock
• Super Pit Mine tour
• Visit the Walpole – Nornalup National
Parks massive Karri and Tingle trees
• View stunning natural displays of
blooming wildflowers
• Discovery Bay Tourism Experience,
Albany and Reef Explorer Cruise
• Experience the spectacular Valley of
the Giants Tree Top Walk, Denmark
• Visit the historic Gloucester Tree, the
world’s 2nd tallest fire-lookout tree
• Visit the Kalbarri Skywalk, floating
100m above the Murchison River
• Visit Margaret River and enjoy lunch
Your Journey milestone. Enjoy a town tour, followed by a tour and tastings at Watershed Winery
of the incredible Super Pit mine. Enjoy expert • Cruise Swan River from Fremantle to
commentary from your local guide as we drive Perth with Captain Cook Cruises
DAY 1 along internal haul roads and get up close to the • Overnight in Fremantle and visit
Your Adventure Begins in Perth operations of this massive mine. This afternoon WA Maritime Museum, home to the
Upon arrival at Perth Airport today you’ll be met we check in to the Rydges Kalgoorlie Resort for famous ‘Australia II’ racing yacht
by your friendly and professional Tour Directors. our overnight stay. Meals: B.L.D
• Visit Nambung National Park and the
This afternoon we take an informative tour of
Pinnacles
the city including scenic Kings Park, which also DAY 4
features the Perth Botanic Gardens. Wander • Marine wildlife cruise at Monkey Mia
Norseman – Esperance
through the magnificent display of wildflowers This morning we head south en route to the • Visit New Norcia, the Perth Mint and
before heading around to the luxurious Crown seaside town of Esperance. Along the way there York Motor Museum
Promenade for our overnight stay. Meals: D are generally some spectacular wildflower displays
that we’ll stop to enjoy. Upon our arrival at the DAY 6
DAY 2 coast we take the scenic Great Ocean Drive
Discovering Albany
Perth – Wave Rock – Hyden which includes Rotary Lookout, the Pink Lake and
Australia’s first wind farm. This 40 kilometre loop This morning we visit the ‘Discovery Bay Tourism
This morning we depart Perth and travel east
showcases Esperance’s spectacular coastline of Experience’, a magnificent whaling museum
through the John Forrest National Park. Visit
York and the historic York Motor Museum before tranquil bays, soaring cliffs and beautiful beaches. in Albany. Take an interactive journey through
continuing to Hyden, arriving mid-afternoon. the last operating whaling station in Australia,
We arrive in Esperance this afternoon where we
This tiny town located in Western Australia’s semi- supported by a series of audio visual displays,
check in to the Comfort Inn Bay of Isles Motel,
arid Wheat Belt is home to the fascinating and located along the foreshore. Meals: B.L.D artefacts and whaling history. This afternoon
unique geological formation known as Wave Rock. we board a catamaran for a spectacular whale
After exploring Wave Rock we overnight at the watching cruise in Albany’s harbour. Meals: B.L.D
DAY 5
Hyden Wave Rock Motel. Meals: B.L.D Stirling Range National Park – Albany
DAY 7
This morning we travel west through
DAY 3 Ravensthorpe and Jerramungup, stopping Ancient Empire & Valley of the Giants
Coolgardie – Kalgoorlie along the way for lunch. Later this afternoon Today we travel to the Walpole-Nornalup National
Today our travels take us towards the far-east we visit Bluff Knoll Lookout in the majestic Park, home to a grove of veteran Karri and Tingle
mining district of Kalgoorlie-Boulder. Since 1893 Stirling Range National Park and enjoy a guided trees known as the Ancient Empire. These are
the area of Kalgoorlie-Boulder has produced tour before arriving in the whaling town of some of the largest trees in the world, measuring
over 50 million ounces of gold, one of only Albany. We spend the next two nights at the up to 16 metres around the base. To get a closer
4 districts in the world to have reached such a Dog Rock Motel. Meals: B.L.D look, we’ll visit the world class Valley of The GiantsFreecall 1800 688 222 19
Tree Top Walk which soars gently upwards amidst This afternoon we head out to Karakamia Listed in 1991, Shark Bay is one of only 16 sites
the Tingle foliage to a world of birds and flowers. Wildlife Sanctuary, the first property acquired by worldwide that satisfy all four criteria for World
We also visit the Gloucester Tree, the second Australian Wildlife Conservancy. The sanctuary Heritage listing. It features one of the largest and
highest fire lookout tree in the world. (The tree covers 275ha of Jarrah forest and protects at least most diverse seagrass beds in the world and is
can be climbed by the more adventurous). 15 different species, including the Woylie, Numbat home to 10% of the world’s dugong population.
This afternoon we arrive at Karri Valley Resort and Quokka. After a BBQ dinner we enjoy a There’s a myriad of other marine life including
on Lake Beedelup. Enjoy a free afternoon at the guided nocturnal walk with an AWC guide. Tonight dolphins, whales, manta rays, turtles and sharks.
resort and enjoy activities such as trout fishing, we stay at the Crown Promenade. Meals: B.L.D The best way to experience Shark Bay is on a
bush walking, canoeing, bike riding and more. cruise, so this afternoon we’ll board a modern
Alternatively, just sit back and relax on your DAY 11 catamaran and head off to spot the bay’s rich
lakeside balcony. Meals: B.L.D Nambung National Park marine life. Upon getting back to shore we head
(The Pinnacles) – Kalbarri to the Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort and check in
DAY 8 for our overnight stay. Meals: B.L.D
This morning we trek north to the famous
Cape Leeuwin – Margaret River Nambung National Park, home to the interesting DAY 14
This morning we head to Cape Leeuwin for a formations known as the Pinnacles. Then, continue Denham – Hamelin Pool – Geraldton
guided tour of the old historic lighthouse. Then, north through Geraldton and on to the scenic This morning we visit the Shark Bay Discovery
it’s on to Margaret River, Western Australia’s town of Kalbarri. We spend the next two nights at Centre, which celebrates the regions rich
premium wine growing region which boasts over the 4-star Kalbarri Edge Resort. Meals: B.L.D biodiversity and the area’s World Heritage listing.
40 world class wineries. Enjoy lunch and wine Please Note: 11 Day tour finishes this morning. We then head south and enjoy a visit to the
tastings at Watershed Winery before some free Passengers will be transferred to Perth airport Hamelin Pool Marine Nature Reserve, one of only a
time in Margaret River. Tonights accommodation or their accommodation if staying on in Perth. few places in the world with marine stromatolites,
is at Stay Margaret River Hotel. Meals: B.L.D or ‘living fossils’. This afternoon we continue south
DAY 12 to Geraldton, where we’ll overnight at the Ocean
DAY 9 Kalbarri National Park & Kalbarri Skywalk Centre Hotel on the beachfront. Meals: B.L.D
Busselton – Fremantle Today we enjoy a leisurely day exploring the
This morning we depart Margaret River to visit Kalbarri National Park. First up is a visit to the
DAY 15
Busselton on Geographe Bay and take time to new $20 million Kalbarri Skywalk, a breath-taking Wildflower Way & New Norcia
wander the 1.7 km jetty, the longest in WA. project featuring twin skywalks which float more Today we return to Perth along the Wildflower
Travel via the Tuart forests to Bunbury, where than 100 metres above the Murchison River Way and stop at numerous locations to admire
we take in the impressive view over the harbour Gorge. Whilst in the National Park we’ll also visit the vibrant fields of flowers. Then, it’s on to New
and city from the local lookout. Then, continue Hawkes Head and Z-Bend to take in the vibrant Norcia where we’ll take a guided tour of Australia’s
through Mandurah before arriving in Fremantle displays of wildflowers, renowned as being some only monastic town and admire its unique
mid-afternoon. Take a tour of this cosmopolitan of the best during the wildflower season. Mediterranean architecture. Arriving back in
city before checking into the Esplanade Hotel by Then it’s on to Red Bluff, which features a lookout Perth late afternoon, we spend our final evening
Rydges, located in the centre of town. Meals: B.L.D with panoramic ocean views from atop the 100m together at the Crown Promenade and enjoy a
cliffs, a perfect vantage point to spot whales, sumptuous farewell dinner. Meals: B.L.D
DAY 10 dolphins and other marine life. This afternoon we
Fremantle – Swan River – Perth DAY 16
return to the township for our second and final
After breakfast we enjoy a visit to the Western night in Kalbarri. Meals: B.L.D Farewell
Australian Maritime Museum. This spectacular This morning we experience a gold pouring at the
museum has six themed galleries, one of which DAY 13 historical Perth Mint before the tour concludes.
houses the famous racing yacht Australia II with Shark Bay marine cruise – Monkey Mia You will then be transferred to the airport or your
the winged keel that won the America’s Cup. accommodation if staying on in Perth.
This morning we continue our journey north,
Then, enjoy a leisurely and informative cruise up Bon Voyage! Meals: B
arriving in Denham for lunch before heading
the Swan River to Perth. to Monkey Mia on Shark Bay. World Heritage
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16 DAYS | 15 NIGHTS
2020 DEPARTURE DATES PRE-RELEASE OFFER
$7,995 per person twin share
Less any discounts
Single Supplement: $1,795 SEP 14, 20, 22, 24
Deposit required on booking: $1,100pp
SAVE $700
11 DAY OPTION $6,895 pp twin share per person
TOUR FINISHES ON DAY 11 IN PERTH OCT 2, 4, 10, 12
Pre-release offer: SAVE $600pp
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EARLY PAYMENT INCENTIVE
TOUR INCLUSIONS
Pay your tour in full by 30 September 2019 and save an additional $300 per person.
Small group size 26
All meals whilst on tour
All attraction, entry & cruise fees LOYALTY DISCOUNT GROUP DISCOUNT
15 nights of superior hotel and resort Travelled Discount Group size Discount
accommodation Once Save $150pp 4 travellers Save $150pp
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