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KOMODO & THE AUSTRALIAN COAST B A L I – S Y D N E Y or v ic e v e r s a 1 7 D AY S | 1 1 G U I D E D T O U R S | 2 C O U N T R I E S FA L M O U T H , E N G L A N D RICH CULTURE AND TROPIC AL SPLENDOUR Discover the Indonesian and Australian shores. Witness colourful traditions on the island of Lombok. Explore Komodo National Park with a trained naturalist. Experience the charms of Darwin with a local. Marvel at the cerulean beauty of Thursday Island and the Whitsunday Islands. And uncover cosmopolitan cultures as welcoming guides show you their home cities both little known and celebrated, from Townsville and Brisbane to Newcastle. B A L I , I N D O N E S I A D A Y 1 B A L I ( B E N O A ) , I N D O N E S I A Embark in Benoa, on the southern tip of the lush and tropical island of Bali. Explore your ship this afternoon. D A Y 2 L O M B O K , I N D O N E S I A Rich in Balinese heritage, the island of Lombok was a major outpost of the Dutch East Indies. Its relaxed town of Senggigi features an idyllic beach and inviting local cafés. D A Y 3 K O M O D O , I N D O N E S I A Visit Komodo National Park and the Tamarind Woods, a magnificent menagerie of wildlife including the legendary Komodo dragon. D A Y 4 C R U I S E T H E T I M O R S E A Sail the Timor Sea and enjoy some yoga on the Sports Deck and indulge in a soak in the Thermal Pool of The Spa. D A Y 5 D A R W I N , A U S T R A L I A Arrive for an overnight onboard stay in Darwin, Australia, the cultural hub of the "Top End" of the continent. D A Y 6 D A R W I N , A U S T R A L I A Enjoy another day among the charms of Darwin. Perhaps you will visit the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory to view an excellent collection of Aboriginal art and artifacts. D A Y 7 C R U I S E T H E A R A F U R A S E A Sail the shallow tropical waters of the Arafura Sea. As you cruise today, enjoy coffee or a drink in the Explorers' Lounge. D A Y 8 T H U R S D A Y I S L A N D , A U S T R A L I A Explore Thursday Island today, the picturesque island is home to a thriving artistic community. D A Y 9 C R U I S E T H E C O R A L S E A Sail the waters of the Coral Sea today. With crystal clear waters lapping at atolls and a vast diversity of marine life, this pristine home to the Great Barrier Reef is a paradise for divers. D A Y 10 C A I R N S , A U S T R A L I A Take in the major sights of Cairns on a city tour, featuring a stop at its historic Royal Australian Navy base, Cairns Botanic Gardens and Palm Cove, a quaint, beach-loving community. D A Y 11 T O W N S V I L L E , A U S T R A L I A Tour of the unofficial capital of North Queensland. You will see the Strand, pride of the locals, a long stretch of tropical beach lined with gardens. D A Y 12 W H I T S U N D A Y I S L A N D ( C I D H A R B O U R ) , A U S T R A L I A This morning, anchor in Cid Harbour on Whitsunday Island, off the Great Barrier Reef. This dazzling canvas of turquoise waters and emerald hills is home to countless beaches. D A Y 13 C R U I S E T H E A U S T R A L I A N C O A S T Today, linger on the Sun Deck or your veranda for vistas of azure and turquoise as you sail through some of the world's most beautiful waters. D A Y 14 B R I S B A N E , A U S T R A L I A This picturesque city is known for its Queenslander architecture, characterized by terraces and raised living spaces. A panoramic tour introduces you to its main sights. D A Y 15 C R U I S E T H E A U S T R A L I A N C O A S T Trace Australia's renowned Gold Coast, lined with resorts and picturesque beaches. D A Y 16 N E W C A S T L E , A U S T R A L I A Enjoy a scenic coastal drive, passing the old Fort Scratchley, the Newcastle and Merewether ocean baths, several picturesque parks and beaches, Queens Wharf and more. D A Y 17 S Y D N E Y , A U S T R A L I A Disembark in Sydney today. Transfer to the airport for your flight home or explore more of this spectacular city. 122 For complete itinerary details and videos, visit vikingcruises.com.au/oceans