Cape York and Outback Wilderness Adventures, Red Centre, Lake Eyre, Flinders Ranges and Western Australia
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INCLUSIVE HIGHLIGHTS YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES 9 Sightseeing, park and excursion fees 9 Transfers to and from the airport 9 Travel in a custom-designed 4WD 9 Small group – maximum 20 travellers 9 Services of a dedicated Driver-Guide & knowledgeable Tour Director 9 QANTAS flight from Horn Island to Cairns SIGNATURE INVITATIONS 9 Discover Mossman Gorge and set off on a Dreamtime Gorge Walk 9 Stroll along Cape Tribulation, where the rainforest meets the reef 9 Travel the rugged Bloomfield Track, one of Australia's most iconic Outback trails 9 APT EXCLUSIVE! Explore the Steve Irwin Wildlife Reserve, normally off-limits to the general public 9 Traverse the Old Telegraph Track, carved out in the 1880s 9 Journey to the most northerly point of the Australian mainland, with sweeping views of the Torres Strait SIGHTSEEING HIGHLIGHTS 9 Enjoy a stunning Daintree River Cruise 9 Discover the beauty of Cooktown 9 Explore stunning Lakefield National Park 9 Visit the multi-cultural Thursday Island 9 Take a WWII tour on Horn Island ACCOMMODATION HIGHLIGHTS 9 APT EXCLUSIVE! Stay at the Sheraton Mirage Port Douglas Resort 9 APT EXCLUSIVE! Bramwell Station 9 Two nights at Punsand Bay with views of the tip 9 Stay at the Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina in Cairns FINEST DINING – INCLUDES ALL MEALS 9 Enjoy 10 Breakfasts (B), 9 Lunches (L) and 10 Dinners (D) space, the fort's maze of underground tunnels and rooms now house the interesting Torres Strait Museum. Admire views of the mangrove-covered coastlines, azure waters and golden sand beaches before visiting the local cemetery to see the poignant memorial to the Japanese Pearl Divers. You'll also enjoy time at the Gab Titui Cultural Centre, which houses a range of historical artefacts and contemporary Indigenous art. This evening, enjoy dinner with your fellow travellers. Stay: Thursday Island, Jardine Motel. BLD Day 10. Thursday Island, Horn Island, Cairns. This morning, transfer to nearby Horn Island aboard the local ferry. Located around 150 kilometres off Queensland's coast, Horn Island offers a fascinating blend of tropical scenery and important Australian military history. During WWII, the island was damaged by nine Japanese air raids, making it one of the most heavily bombed areas of Australia. During your guided tour today, you'll visit the WWII Base and Torres Strait Heritage Museum, and learn how the island became an advanced operational airbase following the bombing of Darwin. This afternoon, board an included QANTAS flight from Horn Island over the Great Barrier Reef. Marvel at this amazing spectacle from the air before arriving in Cairns. Transfer to your comfortable hotel and tonight, share stories of your adventure with new-found friends over a delicious Farewell Dinner. Stay: Cairns, Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina. BLD Day 11. Depart Cairns. Your adventure ends after breakfast this morning with an included transfer to the airport for your onward flight. B Take in sweeping views of the Torres Strait from the most northern tip of mainland Australia 37 OUTBACK QUEENSLAND Tour Director & Driver-Guide When you travel with APT to Cape York, you will be accompanied by a dedicated Tour Director in addition to a Driver-Guide. With twice the expertise on offer, as an APT guest you will enjoy an in-depth Cape York experience like no other. What's more, you will also enjoy the added benefit of more personalised attention. $1,200 AIR CREDIT PER COUPLE # BOOK BY 15 DECEMBER 2015 2016 DATES & PRICES (A$) per person GOCY11 – 11 DAY 4WD ADVENTURE 2016 Twin Share Solo Trav. 11 Day GOCY11 May 9, 11, 18, 20, 22, 23, 30. $7,695 $8,895 June 3, 6, 8,17, 19, 20. $7,695 $8,895 July 2, 4, 6, 15, 17, 18, 27, 29, 31. $7,695 $8,895 Aug. 3, 12, 14, 15, 25, 28, 30. $7,695 $8,895 Sept. 7, 9, 11, 19, 21, 23. $7,695 $8,895 PLEASE NOTE: Weather events 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.