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8 Day Premium Touring - Southern Wonders

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Southern Wonders
Spectacular sightseeing experiences
– See Wildlflowers (Aug - Nov)
– Margaret River Caves
– Fossils at Mammoth Cave
– Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse
– Explore Margaret River
– Lunch at Palandri Winery
– See the Gloucester Tree
– Valley of the Giants
– Tour Albany and Whaleworld
– Mining Hall of Fame
– Royal Flying Doctor Service
– Spectacular Wave Rock
– Walking Tour of Fremantle
– Cruise the Swan River to Perth
– INCLUDED Aboriginal
Cultural Experience
– Wildflower viewing
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
Dining Inclusions
– Full Buffet Breakfasts (7) B
– Lunch (1) L
– Hotel Dinners (3) YOUR CHOICE
Accommodation
– Twin share rooms with private facilities
in centrally located hotels
Plus
– Welcome Drink
– All purpose travel wallet and map
– Airport transfers (Day prior to tour from Perth Airport – flights anytime; Day 8 to Perth Airport – flights to depart after 7.00pm)
– Hotel porterage included
Itinerary
Day 1 Sun: Perth – Margaret River
Depart Perth at 8.00am. This morning travel to the Forest Heritage Centre, deep in the jarrah forest of Dwellingup. Travel south through Busselton, a popular holiday resort on the shores of Geographe Bay. Visit the Margaret River Caves and explore awe-inspiring Mammoth Cave, home to ancient fossil remains of extinct animals. Continue to Margaret River, one of Australia's premier wine growing regions. Tonight enjoy a Welcome Drink with your Tour Director and fellow travellers.
Hotel: All Seasons Margaret River, Margaret River, 2 nights.

Day 2 Mon: Margaret River
This morning enjoy a scenic journey through the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park and see Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse. Later enjoy a tour, tastings and delicious lunch at Palandri Winery. This afternoon there is time to explore Margaret River including the ever-popular Margaret River Chocolate Factory.

Day 3 Tue: Margaret River – Albany
View the enormous Gloucester Tree, the highest fire lookout tree in the world. Journey through the spectacular Valley of the Giants with its huge Tingle and Karri trees. Explore the
canopy of the magnificent tingle forest along the Tree Top Walk. Continue to Torndirrup National Park, home to the Natural Bridge and The Gap, then visit Whaleworld for a fascinating insight into the region's seafaring past.
Hotel: Comfort Inn, Albany.

Day 4 Wed: Albany – Esperance
Visit the Anzac Memorial and enjoy the panoramic views. Travel to Bluff Knoll Lookout to witness the rugged beauty of the Stirling Ranges. Continue to Esperance and see the famous Pink Lake.
Hotel: Comfort Inn Bay of Isles, Esperance.

Day 5 Thu: Cape Le Grand – Kalgoorlie
This morning travel into Cape Le Grand National Park for coastal views. Travel north through Norseman to the historic gold mining township of Kalgoorlie. Stop at the Golden Superpit Lookout for an amazing view of Australia's largest open cut gold mine. An orientation tour of this historic gold mining town will reveal unique turn of the century buildings including the famous Exchange Hotel and Hay Street.
Hotel: Quality Inn Railway Hotel, Kalgoorlie, 2 nights.
Day 6 Fri: Kalgoorlie
Spend this morning at the Mining Hall of Fame. Try panning for gold, witness gold bullion being poured and go underground for a tour of the Mining Reserve. Visit the Royal Flying Doctor Service for an insight into the work of this great Australian icon. There is the opportunity this afternoon to explore this gold town at leisure.

Day 7 Sat: Wave Rock
Travel through the former ghost town of Coolgardie, recently rejuvenated following new ore discoveries. Journey to Wave Rock. This striking rock formation, resembling a gigantic wave, was formed from granite over three million years ago. Continue to York, Western Australia's most historic inland town, before travelling on to Fremantle.
Hotel: Esplanade Hotel, Fremantle.

Day 8 Sun: Fremantle – Perth
Time this morning is at leisure to explore the Fremantle markets and busy harbour. Discover the heritage of Fremantle. Enjoy a walking tour of Fremantle including The Round House. Learn how the Swan River is part of the Dreaming Trail of the area. This afternoon enjoy a relaxing cruise along the Swan River to Perth, arriving at approximately 5.00pm. You will be transferred to Perth Airport for your onward flight.
Southern Wonders
8 Days from $2380
Departures
Perth to Perth
 
2008
2009
Start End Start End
$2380 $2380
May 18 May 25 Jan 04 Jan 11
Jun 22 Jun 29 Jan 25 Feb 01
Aug 03* Aug 10 Feb 22 Mar 01
Aug 10* Aug 17 Mar 15 Mar 22
Aug 24** Aug 31 $2495
Aug 27** Sep 03 May 17 May 24
Aug 31* Sep 07 Jun 21 Jun 28
Sep 07* Sep 14 Aug 02* Aug 09
Sep 09#* Sep 16 Aug 09* Aug 16
Sep 14* Sep 21 Aug 23* Aug 30
Sep 18#* Sep 25 Aug 30* Sep 06
Sep 21* Sep 28 Sep 06* Sep 13
Sep 28* Oct 05 Sep 08** Sep 15
Oct 02#* Oct 09 Sep 13* Sep 20
Oct 05* Oct 12 Sep 20* Sep 27
Oct 07** Oct 14 Sep 27* Oct 04
Oct 12* Oct 19 Oct 04* Oct 11
Oct 16** Oct 23 Oct 06#* Oct 13
Oct 19* Oct 26 Oct 11* Oct 18
Oct 26* Nov 02 Oct 18* Oct 25
Nov 09 Nov 16 Oct 25* Nov 01
        Nov 08 Nov 15
 
# Tour departs on a different day of the week
* * Tour operates in wildflower season
Highlighted dates indicate Guaranteed Departures
Prices AUD Land Content Only
Single Supplement   $420
Child 15 years and under Save $475
Triple Share Save $120
Friendly Fours Save $120
Concession Card Holders Save $45
 
Note: Itinerary & departure dates may change from 01/04/09. Price is guaranteed upon payment of deposit.

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