2016/17 - TM Western Australia

12 Admire York's historic architecture on a guided tour Insider Experiences Travelmarvel's unique Special Stays, memorable meals and local insights give you the chance to really discover the hidden beauty of Western Australia. To further enhance your holiday, we're excited to present our Insider Experiences on every Travelmarvel holiday. They'll give you fond memories of Western Australia that you'll enjoy recounting for years to come. LIKE A LOCAL Ningaloo Reef Cruise Cruise the waters of World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef in a glass-bottomed boat. Australia's longest fringing coral reef, Ningaloo stretches almost 300 kilometres from Exmouth Gulf to Red Bluff (north of Carnarvon). Discover a plethora of colourful coral forests, sea turtles, manta rays, and more than 500 species of fish. Monkey Mia Sunset Cruise Embark on a cruise across Shark Bay from your idyllic beachfront resort at Monkey Mia. Watch for dolphins playing and whales breaching in the falling light, all the while admiring the glittering scene that is created by the setting sun in this picturesque part of Western Australia. New Norcia Benedictine Community Founded in 1847 by an order of Spanish Benedictine Monks, New Norcia is Australia's only monastic town. Visit the Museum and Art Gallery and Abbey Church, as well as savouring the monastery's culinary offerings. Using a century-old wood-fired oven, the bakery produces authentic artisan bread every day. York Guided Tour Be joined by a local guide for a tour of Western Australia's oldest inland town. York looks like it is straight from a film set, taking pride in the Victorian and Federation architecture opulently restored to its original glory. The town is surrounded by a green patchwork of farmland, including the picturesque Avon Valley, where pockets of wildflowers bloom in the spring. Gabriel Chocolate Tour & Tasting Savour Gabriel Chocolate's irresistible creations, made fresh with roasted cacao beans sourced from exotic locations across the world. Here, you'll be treated to an exclusive tour of Western Australia's first bean-to-bar chocolate maker before sampling some delicious handmade chocolate. Experience Horizontal Falls Ride through one of the Kimberley's most incredible features, Horizontal Falls. Located within dramatic Talbot Bay, this natural wonder isn't technically a waterfall, but the result of a changing 12-metre tide. When the tide turns, powerful currents rush through two narrow coastal gorges, creating the cascade effect. King Cascades Witness the beautiful terraces of King Cascades located on the Prince Regent River. Enjoy an intimate experience of the stunning falls and taste its naturally pure and refreshing water. King George Falls Plunging an incredible 80 metres over sandstone cliffs, the mighty King George Falls is Western Australia's highest waterfall. Cruise to the base of this spectacular Kimberley icon. SPECIAL STAYS Selected for their spectacular locations and unique settings, our Special Stays showcase the very best of the region. Whether it's admiring the landscape at Emma Gorge Resort, seeing dolphins up close at Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort, or exploring the beautiful surrounds at Abbey Beach Resort, you're sure to love the quality of our hand-picked accommodation. See page 14 for further details. A TASTE OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA We truly experience a destination through its food, and meals are often what we remember most about a holiday. That's why we have included some wonderful culinary experiences to savour throughout your journey, from succulent seafood, to authentic Australian bush flavours and the region's fine wine. See page 16 for details. LOOK FOR THIS LOGO Throughout itineraries, Travelmarvel Insider Experiences are presented in bold, coloured text and are highlighted by this logo. – www.travelmarvel.com.au –

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