2013 - APT Cape York & OWA

Darwin 2 1 2 Unsealed Road Sealed Road No. of nights stay World Heritage Area APT Wilderness Lodge Exmouth Cape Range National Park Karratha 1 2 Shark Bay Windjana Gorge Broome 2 1 1 1 Millstream-Chichester National Park Fitzroy 1 National Park 1 Carnarvon Karijini Monkey Mia Geraldton 1 1 The Pinnacles Perth Day 8. El Questro, Gibb River Road, Galvans Gorge. Take in some of the Kimberley's most stunning landscapes along the rugged Gibb River Road. Enjoy some adventure as our 4WD fords the Pentecost and Durack rivers. Admire the contrast of the cascading waterfall and the tranquil, waterlily-covered pool at Galvans Gorge. See the incredible Wandjina art site here, then travel on to APT's Bell Gorge Wilderness Lodge. Stay: EXCLUSIVE! Bell Gorge Wilderness Lodge, with private ensuites, Gibb River Road. BLD Day 9. Windjana Gorge, Fitzroy Crossing. Discover the ancient marine fossils at Windjana Gorge. Then, continue to historic Fitzroy Crossing. Stay: Fitzroy Crossing, Fitzroy River Lodge. Day 10. Geikie Gorge Cruise, Broome. Join our spectacular cruise of Geikie Gorge with its striking bleached walls. Visit the Prison Boab Tree and explore the town of Derby. Travel to Broome. Two Night Stay: Broome, Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa. Day 15. Oxer Lookout, Millstream-Chichester National Park. Today, explore further spectacular Karijini National Park and admire the rich red colours from Oxer and Junction Pool lookouts. This afternoon, discover Millstream-Chichester National Park, a lush oasis of deep gorges and palm-fringed pools. Stay: Karratha International. Day 16. Exmouth, Karratha. In Dampier, visit the famous statue of Red Dog and see the Saltworks before heading to Exmouth. Two Night Stay: Exmouth, Novotel Ningaloo Reef Resort. BLD See the unique boab trees in the Kimberley Day 21. Wooleen, Geraldton. Travel through the mid-west 'Wildflower Way'. From July to September, everlasting flowers carpet the plains. Stay: Geraldton, Ocean Centre Hotel. 1 1 Pardoo Station Newman Crossing Wooleen Station Western Australia Australia South Kununurra 2 Wilderness Lodge Geikie Gorge Bell Gorge 2 2 Northern Territory 2 1 Purnululu National Park Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge 1 Katherine 1 BD BLD Day 22. The Pinnacles, Perth. Visit Nambung National Park, home to the famous Pinnacles. These eerie pillars rise up to six metres from the sands. Arrive in Perth and transfer to the airport. B BOOK BY 31 DEC. 2012 BD Day 17. Cape Range National Park. Enjoy a full day to explore Cape Range National Park, a spectacular place of rugged limestone ranges and pristine beaches. Cruise through stunning Yardie Creek Gorge. BL Day 11. Broome at leisure. Walk along famous Cable Beach, explore Old Broome or just relax. B Day 12. Eighty Mile Beach, Pardoo Station. Travelling south, stop at Eighty Mile Beach, then continue on to the working cattle station of Pardoo. Stay: Pardoo Station^. SAVE up to $1,150# per couple #Refer pages 50-51 for details. 2013 DEPARTURES BLD Day 18. Coral Bay, Ningaloo Marine Park. Visit Coral Bay, at Ningaloo Reef Marine Park. Ningaloo Reef is Australia's longest continuous fringing coral reef and home to the whale shark. Join a cruise aboard a glass-bottom boat. Stay: Carnarvon, Best Western Hospitality Inn. BD BD Day 13. Marble Bar, Newman. Farewell the bitumen this morning and enjoy a scenic drive to the small town of Marble Bar, reputedly Australia's hottest town, then continue on to Newman. Stay: Newman, Seasons Hotel. Day 14. Mt Whaleback Mine Tour, Karijini National Park. Take a guided tour of the Mt Whaleback iron-ore mine, the largest open-cut iron-ore mine in the world. Then head to Karijini National Park, famous for its breathtaking gorges, crystal-clear waterfalls, walking trails and swimming holes. Later, visit the stunning Fortescue Falls. Stay: Karijini Eco Retreat, in tented cabins with private ensuites. BLD BLD Day 19. Hamelin Pool, Shell Beach, World Heritage-listed Shark Bay. Visit Hamelin Pool to see the stromatolites, dome shaped structures that are the world's oldest known living organisms. Continue to Shell Beach, made up of billions of non-fossilised shells. Journey to Shark Bay, one of the world's greatest wilderness treasures. Tonight, enjoy a delicious seafood dinner at the relaxing Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort. Stay: Shark Bay, Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort. BLD Day 20. Murchison River Region, Wooleen Station. See the famous Monkey Mia dolphins (subject to appearance). Travel inland to Wooleen Station and enjoy a delicious home-style lunch. Witness the dramatic sunset from a special visiting area and enjoy a talk from your host. Stay: Wooleen Station, historic homestead or cottages, shared facilities^. May 4, 27*, 30. June 20, 22*. July 13*, 16, 30*. Aug. 6, 10*, 22. Sept. 3. *Itinerary operates in reverse (GWF22). Similar dates available in 2014. Highlighted Date Savings Deduct $700 per couple, $350 per person. PRICES (AU$) Prices are per person and include all sightseeing, entrance fees, transfers, meals as specified, permits and accommodation. To 31 March 2014 22 Day GWF22R $11,495 Twin Share TOUR NOTES ^Accommodation is in a remote location with basic facilities. Solo travellers may be required to share accommodation. This tour is a combination of two separate tours with Day 11 being unescorted. BLD Weather events may cause disruptions to itinerary, especially in remote locations. See pages 50-51 for terms & conditions. www.aptouring.com.au 41 Solo Traveller $13,995 Seniors Card Holders and Aust./NZ Pensioners deduct $30 per person. Q lE e u t s r o Gibb River Road

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