Cape York and Outback Wilderness Adventures, Red Centre, Lake Eyre, Flinders Ranges and Western Australia
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49 KIMBERLEY CRUISING INCLUSIVE HIGHLIGHTS YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES 9 Sightseeing, park and excursion fees 9 Transfers to and from the airport 9 Small group – maximum 20 travellers 9 Services of a dedicated Driver-Guide 9 Travel in a custom-designed 4WD SIGNATURE INVITATIONS 9 Visit Kangaroo Island's Seal Bay Conservation Park 9 Journey along the rugged and remote Oodnadatta Track 9 Take a breathtaking scenic flight over Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre 9 Walk along the salt flats of the largest inland lake in Australia 9 Discover Finniss Springs, not normally open to the general public 9 Sample local wine and a tasting plate of local produce in the Clare Valley SIGHTSEEING HIGHLIGHTS 9 Explore Flinders Chase National Park 9 Visit Port Augusta's award-winning Wadlata Outback Centre ACCOMMODATION HIGHLIGHTS 9 APT EXCLUSIVE! Overnight at The Playford Hotel, Adelaide 9 Stay two nights in the remarkably beautiful Kangaroo Island 9 Two nights underground at the Desert Cave Hotel in Coober Pedy 9 Two nights at the iconic Marree Hotel, dating back to 1883 9 APT EXCLUSIVE! Overnight at the Clare Country Club FINEST DINING – INCLUDES ALL MEALS 9 Enjoy 9 Breakfasts (B), 8 Lunches (L) and 9 Dinners (D) Adelaide Kangaroo Island Coober Pedy Marree Port Augusta Port Wakefield Flinders Chase National Park Barossa Valley Glendambo Parachilna Woomera Clare Valley William Creek SA QLD NSW VIC Sealed Road 4WD Track Cruise/Ferry Scenic Flight (Included) No. of nights stay 1 Lake Eyre National Park Lake Torrens Lake Gairdner O o d n a d a tt a T r ac k 2 Gammon Ranges National Park Flinders Ranges National Park 2 1 2 1 49 OUTBACK SOUTH AUSTRALIA Day 5. Port Augusta, Woomera, Glendambo, Coober Pedy. Drive to the town of Woomera, home to an Australian Defence Force base for the RAAF's Test Range. Visit the Woomera National Aerospace and Missile Park before heading to Glendambo. Arrive later in Coober Pedy. Two Night Stay: Coober Pedy, Desert Cave Hotel (underground rooms). BLD Day 6. Coober Pedy. Gain an insight into the history of opal mining during a guided tour of Umoona Mine and Museum. Later, head to Breakaways Reserve to admire its colourful low hills separated from the Stuart Range. This afternoon, you'll be treated to billy tea and scones. Later, enjoy a tantalising dinner. BLD Day 7. Coober Pedy, William Creek, Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre, Marree. Depart Coober Pedy after breakfast this morning and set off along the Oodnadatta Track towards Marree. Board an included scenic flight over this amazing sight. Afterwards, take a 4WD tour to the edge of Lake Eyre, where you'll be able to walk on the dazzling salt flats. Later, arrive at Marree, where you will enjoy a stay at your historic hotel that dates back to 1883. Two Night Stay: Marree Hotel. BLD Day 8. Marree. Today, you will gain great insight into the Aboriginal culture of the region, as you embark on a tour to learn about the Arabana people. Travel to Alberrie Creek and see a sculpture park, then travel to the historic long-abandoned Curdimurka Railway Siding. Absorb breathtaking views from the Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre lookout, before continuing vto Finniss Springs, one of the first pastoral properties along the Oodnadatta Track and not normally open to the general public. Here, stop for some billy tea and damper and inspect the fossilised mussel mounds, which were the bottom of the ocean some 150 million years ago. Later, return to your hotel for dinner. BLD Day 9. Marree, Clare Valley. Journey south through the picturesque world-renowned wine growing district of the Clare Valley. This evening, sample some Clare Valley wine while you enjoy a tasting plate of local produce, followed by a Farewell Dinner. Stay: Clare Country Club. BLD Day 10. Clare Valley, Barossa Valley, Depart Adelaide. This morning, stop by the Barossa Valley on your way to Adelaide Airport, where your tour ends. B Discover the underground world of Coober Pedy 20 MAX. GUESTS G U A R A N TE E D S M A L L G R O U P S Walk along the vast salt flats of Lake Eyre SAVE UP TO $800 PER COUPLE # BOOK BY 15 DECEMBER 2015 2016 DATES & PRICES (A$) per person GOKLE10 – 10 DAY 4WD ADVENTURE 2016 Twin Share Solo Trav. 10 Day GOKLE10 Apr. 29. $5,695 $6,695 May 10, 21. $5,695 $6,695 June 26. $5,695 $6,695 Aug. 18, 29. $5,695 $6,695 Sept. 9. $5,695 $6,695 PLEASE NOTE: Weather may cause disruptions to itinerary. APT highly recommends travel insurance. See pages 70-71 for terms & conditions. #See page 33 for SuperDeals details. Activity Level: Moderate – includes mainly easy walks and some more moderate.