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22 Day Premium Touring - Indian Pacific Adventure

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Indian Pacific Adventure
Spectacular sightseeing experiences
– Travel on the Indian Pacific
– Tour of Perth and Kings Park
– Yanchep National Park
– Balga Mia Aboriginal Dreaming
– Explore The Pinnacles
– Visit Kalbarri National Park
– Meet Monkey Mia Dolphins
– Ningaloo Reef Sub-Sea Viewer
– Relax in Tropical Broome
– Cruise through Geikie Gorge
– Lirrgarn Argyle Diamond Mine
– Cruise on Chamberlain Gorge
– Parry Lagoon Nature Reserve
– Visit Warriu Park
– Hidden Valley National Park
– Ord River Wildlife Cruise
– Cruise on Katherine Gorge
– Sightseeing Tour of Darwin
– INCLUDED Aboriginal
Cultural Experience
Premium holiday inclusions
Transportation
– Tour by luxury air-conditioned coach with 2-door access, restroom, seatbelts, reclining seats, panoramic windows
Professionally Escorted
– Tour with an experienced, professional Tour Director and Tour Driver Days 5–22
Dining Inclusions
– Full Buffet Breakfasts (21)
– Lunch (6)
– Dinners on the Indian Pacific (3)
– Hotel Dinners (15) YOUR CHOICE
Accommodation
– Gold Kangaroo Service private sleeping berth on the Indian Pacific. Twin share rooms with private facilities in hotels. 3 nights in Deluxe Eco Tents with ensuites
Plus
– Welcome Drink
– All purpose travel wallet and map
– Airport transfers (Day 1 from Sydney Airport – flights to arrive prior to 1.00pm; Day 22 to Darwin Airport – flights anytime)
– Hotel porterage included
Itinerary
INDEPENDENT TOURING DAYS 1–4

Day 1 Sat: Sydney – Indian Pacific
On arrival in Sydney you will be transferred to Central Station to board the Indian Pacific train.
Hotel: Gold Kangaroo Service, Indian Pacific, 3 nights.

Day 2 Sun: Indian Pacific
Travel via Broken Hill to Adelaide today. The Indian Pacific departs early evening and begins the journey west to Perth. Clients joining today will be transferred to the Indian Pacific this afternoon (Tour Code: WRZD).

Day 3 Mon: Indian Pacific
Today you cross the vast Nullarbor Plain, where the train travels the world’s longest straight stretch of railway track. See unique landscapes unfold and spot a fascinating array of wildlife from the comfort of the lounge or your cabin.

Day 4 Tue: Indian Pacific – Perth
On arrival in Perth you will be transferred to your hotel. This afternoon enjoy an orientation tour of Perth including beautiful Kings Park. Enjoy a Welcome Drink and dinner this evening.
Hotel: Travelodge Perth, Perth.

Day 5 Wed: The Pinnacles
Travel to Yanchep National Park, where you will enjoy an Aboriginal cultural experience. Meet Aboriginal guides who will treat you to the enchanting sounds of the didjeridu. Continue north to Nambung National Park and view the mystical Pinnacles, formed by calcified limestone thousands of years ago.
Hotel: All Seasons Geraldton, Geraldton.

Day 6 Thu: Kalbarri National Park
Visit Kalbarri National Park and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Murchison River Gorge from Hawks Head Lookout. Travel to Hamelin Pool to see the world's best known colony of Stromatolites, then visit spectacular Shell Beach.
Hotel: Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort, 2 nights.

Day 7 Fri: Monkey Mia
Early this morning watch for the famous dolphins that swim into shore and mingle with the people.
Interacting with these magnificent animals is a truly unforgettable experience. (Note: As dolphins are wild their appearance cannot be guaranteed).

Day 8 Sat: Ningaloo Reef
Head north to Carnarvon where bananas and tropical fruits are grown. Travel to Coral Bay and join a sub-sea viewer and cruise over the spectacular Ningaloo Reef.
Hotel: Potshot Hotel Resort, Exmouth.

Day 9 Sun: The Pilbara
This morning visit Giralia Station, an area of outstanding biodiversity. Travel inland to the mineral rich Pilbara region.
Hotel: Windawarri Lodge, Tom Price.

Day 10 Mon: Karijini National Park
This morning enjoy a guided tour of the Pilbara Open Cut Iron Ore Mine. You will be amazed by the massive pit and see the huge machinery in action. Journey into Karijini National Park. The startling landscape of spectacular gorges, waterfalls and rock pools, created by millions of years of erosion, provides a striking contrast to the stark red of the Pilbara landscape.
Hotel: Deluxe Eco Tents with Ensuites, Karijini Eco Retreat.

Day 11 Tue: Port Hedland
Today we leave Karijini National Park and travel to Port Hedland, a major shipping port.
Hotel: Hospitality Inn, Port Hedland.

Day 12 Wed: 80 Mile Beach
Travel to 80 Mile Beach and parallel to the edge of the Great Sandy Desert before arriving in idyllic Broome.
Hotel: Cable Beach Club Resort, Broome, 2 nights.

Day 13 Thu: Broome 'Free Time’
Enjoy a day at leisure in Broome.

Day 14 Fri: Derby – Fitzroy Crossing
Travel to the port of Derby and see the famous Boab Prison Tree before arriving in the township of Fitzroy Crossing.
Hotel: Fitzroy River Lodge, Fitzroy Crossing.

Day 15 Sat: Geikie Gorge
This morning cruise through Geikie Gorge, formed by the waters of the Fitzroy River tunnelling through
the Napier Range. Watch for wildlife as the 30 metre high walls of the gorge tower above us. Travel to Halls Creek, situated on the edge of the Great Sandy Desert.
Hotel: Kimberley Hotel, Halls Creek.

Day 16 Sun: Lirrgarn Argyle Diamond Mine
Visit the Lirrgarn Argyle Diamond Mine, the largest diamond mine in the world, producing one third of the world's diamonds annually. Travel to the outback cattle station of El Questro.
Hotel: Emma Gorge Resort tented cabins with private facilities, 2 nights.

EL QUESTRO HOMESTEAD
Upgrade to the luxurious El Questro Homestead.

Day 17 Mon: El Questro
Cruise through Chamberlain Gorge, a fresh waterhole abounded by tropical vegetation. At Emma Gorge Resort there is time to hike into Emma Gorge.

Day 18 Tue: 5 Rivers Lookout
Travel along the Gibb River Road to Parry Lagoon Nature Reserve. Continue to Wyndham to the 5 Rivers Lookout. Visit Warriu Park to see the Dreamtime Statues. Visit the historic Durack Homestead then cruise the placid waters of the Ord River to Kununurra.
Hotel: Country Club Hotel, Kununurra, 2 nights.

Day 19 Wed: Kununurra
Today we see the Ord River Irrigation Scheme, visit Hidden Valley National Park and Kelly's Knob Lookout

Day 20 Thu: Katherine
Cross vast cattle stations en route to Katherine.
Hotel: Paraway Motel, Katherine.

Day 21 Fri: Katherine Gorge
Cruise through Katherine Gorge this morning. Travel to Darwin, stopping at the Adelaide River War Cemetery en route. Enjoy an orientation tour of Darwin.
Hotel: Holiday Inn Esplanade, Darwin.

Day 22 Sat: Depart Darwin
You will be transferred to Darwin Airport to connect with your onward flight.
Indian Pacific Adventure
22 Days from $8075
Departures
Sydney to Darwin
WRPD
2008
2009
Start End Start End
$8075 $8478
Apr 05 Apr 26 Apr 04 Apr 25
May 10 May 31 May 09 May 30
Jul 05 Jul 26 Jul 04 Jul 25
Jul 19 Aug 09 Jul 18 Aug 08
Aug 09 Aug 30 Aug 08 Aug 29
Aug 30 Sep 20 Aug 29 Sep 19
 
Highlighted dates indicate Guaranteed Departures
Prices AUD Land Content Only
Single Supplement   $1875
Child 15 years and under Save From $1750
Frequent Traveller Save $310
Triple Share Save $310
Friendly Fours Save $310
Concession Card Holders Save $75
Australian Pensioner Save From $580
Join in Adelaide on Day 2 (Tour Code: WRZD) Save From $525
 
Note: Itinerary & departure dates may change from 01/04/09. Price is guaranteed upon payment of deposit.

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