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EXTRAORDINARY
OVERLAND
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PRE-RELEASE BROCHURE 2020
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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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Why Choose
Outback Spirit?
  	Award winning tour company

  	Number 1 in the outback. The company that more Australians
    choose for small group outback touring

  	Australia’s largest range of outback expeditions

  	All Mercedes Benz fleet, guaranteeing your comfort and safety

  	Passionate & experienced tour leaders

  	10 year Experience Guarantee for tour drivers

  	A unique blend of the best accommodation available including
    hotels, resorts, lodges & wilderness camps

  	Intimate small group touring

	Major financial supporter of the Australian Wildlife
  Conservancy (AWC)

  	Truly fully inclusive itineraries

  	Eco Certified
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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
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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
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                                                                                                              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 with
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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
        Less any discounts
                                                         APR      23*, 29*                                          SAVE $900 per person
                                                         MAY 10, 13, 27*
Single Supplement:                  $1,795
                                                         JUN      2*, 13, 21
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      Small group size 22                                AUG      3, 10, 17*, 25*
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   	All attraction, national park & cruise fees       NOTE: Departures with an * next to them operate in the opposite direction. Reverse itinerary available on request.
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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.
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DAY 7                                                   DAY 10                                                     DAY 13
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
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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
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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 Empire
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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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                                                                                                                         to obtain pre-release offer!
12 DAYS | 11 NIGHTS                                        2020 DEPARTURE DATES                                        PRE-RELEASE OFFER

$8,595 per person twin share
       Less any discounts

Single Supplement:                    $1,595                OCT      5, 19*                                                      SAVE $700
Deposit required on booking:          $1,250pp                                                                                          per person
TOUR INCLUSIONS
                                                          NOTE: Departures with an * next to them operate in the opposite direction. Reverse itinerary available on request.
      Small group size 26
   	All meals whilst on tour
                                                             EARLY PAYMENT INCENTIVE
   	All attraction, national park & cruise fees
                                                            Pay your tour in full by 30 September 2019 and save an additional $300 per person.
   	11 nights of exceptional hotel and resort
     accommodation. All accommodation is
     between 4 & 5 star rating.                              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
   	Services of a professional 2 person                     2-3 tours                Save $250pp                       5-7 travellers       Save $200pp
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Pilbara & West Coast                                                                                                     for this tour on
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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.
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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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14 DAYS | 13 NIGHTS                                        2020 DEPARTURE DATES                                       PRE-RELEASE OFFER

$8,995 per person twin share
       Less any discounts
                                                           APR 26                        JUL     1, 18*, 23*

Single Supplement:                   $1,795               MAY 13*, 29                   AUG 3, 20*                              SAVE $700
Deposit required on booking:         $1,250pp                                                                                          per person
                                                           JUN 15*                       SEP 5
TOUR INCLUSIONS
                                                         NOTE: Departures with an * next to them operate in the opposite direction. Reverse itinerary available on request.
      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
                                                            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
   	Services of a professional 2 person                    2-3 tours                 Save $250pp                      5-7 travellers       Save $200pp
     crew: Tour Driver and Tour Director
                                                            4 or more tours           Save $350pp                      8 or more travellers Please enquire
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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 Giants
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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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