Best of the Red Centre

OUTBACK and culture BEST OF THE RED CENTRE

The Red Centre sits at the very heart of Australia, perfectly placed considering it is home to one of Australia’s most sacred places, and a major site of Aboriginal cultural awareness. The ﬁ ery red landscapes surrounding the monoliths of Uluru and Kata Tjuta are visually stunning, inspiring all to gaze in awe as the rising or setting sun create a changing palette of colours. The area stretches from the famous outback town of Alice Springs, via the sheer sandstone walls of Kings Canyon, to the iconic ‘Rock’ itself. The Red Centre is a ‘must do’ for every ﬁ rst-timer to Australia, and can be explored independently by car, within a guided tour or on a camping safari.

Austravel Secrets... One of the most memorable ways to see the outback is to take a helicopter ﬂ ight. Climb over the rock in style, before taking in views of Mount Conner and Lake Amadeus on the horizon. As you soar over the rugged landscape you will be amazed at its beauty – a must do for any visitor to the Red Centre. FROM £98 PER PERSON

6 DAY SELF DRIVE FROM £769 PER ADULT A fantastic way to explore the Red Centre at your own pace is to take our easy to follow 6 day self drive.

Alice Springs Spend today Glen Helen - Kings Canyon famous icon - Uluru. Visit Kata Tjuta

DAY 1exploring the sights of the DAY 3Departing Glen Helen this for a stroll amongst the cluster of bustling outback township of Alice morning, head along the Mereenie weathered red domes. Springs; highlights include the Loop road, though the Gardiner Aboriginal art and the Royal Flying Range, and arrive into Watarrka Ayers Rock Start the day early Doctor Service museum. National Park via the northern DAY 5to watch the ever changing entrance. colours of Uluru as the sun rises. Next Alice Springs - Glen Helen you could walk the base of Uluru, or

DAY 2Head west from Alice and Kings Canyon - Ayers Rock visit the Cultural Centre. End the day follow the spectacular MacDonnell DAY 4Take an early morning walk witnessing the breathtaking sunset. Ranges. Closer to Glen Helen make a through the Canyon, with detour to Ormiston and Glen Helen magniﬁ cent views of the rim and the Ayers Rock Either return your Gorges. lush greenery of the ‘Garden of Eden’. DAY 6car to Ayers Rock airport for Next set off towards Australia’s most your onward journey, or return back to Alice Springs.

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028_029_AJO_12_1.indd 2 30/04/2012 17:27 Australia EAST WEST MACDONNELL MACDONNELL NATIONAL PARK RANGES FROM TO DISTANCE DRIVING TIME Alice Springs ALICE SPRINGS GLEN HELEN 130 KMS 2 HRS 45 MINS Glen Helen GLEN HELEN KINGS CANYON 225 KMS 4 HRS 30 MINS KINGS CANYON AYERS ROCK 300 KMS 5 HRS 15 MINS ROSS HIGHWAY LARAPINTA DRIVE WATARRKA FINKE GORGE NATIONAL PARK NATIONAL PARK Arafura Torres Strait Sea Timor DARWIN Kakadu Sea National Park Gulf of Carpentaria GREAT KATHERINE Kings Cape York LIZARD ISLAND Peninsula BARRIER COOKTOWN Kimberley Purnululu Cape National Park Tribulation PORT DOUGLAS Coral Canyon (Bungle Bungle Ranges) HALLS CAIRNS CREEK Sea BROOME Geikie Gorge DUNK ISLAND National Park NORTHERN REEF

TERRITORY MARINE TOWNSVILLE AIRLIE HAYMAN Mt Isa ISLAND WHITSUNDAY BEACH GROUP HAMILTON PARK ISLAND The Ghan QUEENSLAND

EXMOUTH Ningaloo ALICE SPRINGS Reef KINGS HERON WESTERN CANYON ISLAND AUSTRALIA AYERS ROCK/ULURU FRASER ISLAND WARBURTON MONKEY MIA NOOSA Sunshine SOUTH AUSTRALIA Coas t THE GHAN BRISBANE COOBER SURFERS PARADISE Indian Indian Pacific PEDY Gold Coas t Ocean Nullarbor Plain KALGOORLIE WILPENA POUND NEW COFFS HARBOUR SOUTH PERTH Great Australian Flinders Ranges WALES Bight Hunter Barossa Valley Valley Blue Mountains ADELAIDE MARGARET RIVER SYDNEY

ALBANY CANBERRA Connellan KANGAROO South Pacific ISLAND VICTORIA Southern Ocean Ocean Airport LASSETER HIGHWAY MELBOURNE Great Ocean BLUE MOUNTAINS Road PHILLIP HUNTER VALLEY ISLAND The Olgas Bass Strait Tasm an Sea Cradle Mt-L St Clair LAUNCESTON National Park

STUART HIGHWAY TASMANIA (Kata Tjuta) HOBART

Uluru (Ayers Rock)

ESCORTED TOURING CAMPING OPTION TRAIN TRAVEL If you would rather someone else show For those with something comfortable yet a Named after the hardy Afghan camel you the sights, join an expert guide on one little more adventurous in mind why not join trains, The Ghan provided the fi rst form of of our escorted tours with APT. A popular a 3 day 4WD tour and safari in style! As well transport to the Red Centre. This service choice is the 3 day escorted tour visiting all as the opportunity to explore all the amazing has evolved into an impressive rail journey the key highlights such as Uluru, Kata Tjuta, highlights of the Red Centre, you can enjoy combining amazing scenery, fi ne dining and Kings Canyon and Alice Springs, but with a traditional camp oven dinner straight from friendly service. A journey on the Ghan is many variations to suit all budgets and time the coals of the fi re and star gaze into the an incomparable way to travel to the jewel restrictions ask your Travel Designer for more clear desert sky before drifting off amid the of Australia’s Northern Territory – the Red options. (RKA3) sounds of the incredible outback. (AY3C) Centre. FROM £557 PER PERSON FROM £428 PER PERSON GOLD SERVICE FROM £696 PER PERSON

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Wildman Darwin Wilderness Lodge KAKADU MARY RIVERNAT. PARK NAT. PARK Nourlangie LITCHFIELD Yellow Rock NAT. PARK Waters

Arafura Torres Strait Sea Timor KAKADU NATIONAL PARK DARWIN Kakadu Sea National Park Gulf of Carpentaria GRE KatherineAT KATHERINE Cape York LIZARD ISLAND Peninsula BARRIER GorgeCOOKTOWN Kimberley Purnululu Cape National Park Tribulation PORT DOUGLAS Coral (Bungle Bungle Ranges) HALLS CAIRNS CREEK Sea BROOME Geikie Gorge DUNK ISLAND National Park NORTHERN REEF

TERRITORY MARINE TOWNSVILLE AIRLIE HAYMAN Mt Isa ISLAND WHITSUNDAY BEACH GROUP HAMILTON PARK ISLAND

The Ghan Katherine QUEENSLAND

EXMOUTH Ningaloo ALICE SPRINGS Reef KINGS HERON WESTERN CANYON ISLAND AUSTRALIA AYERS ROCK/ULURU FRASER ISLAND WARBURTON MONKEY MIA NOOSA Sunshine SOUTH AUSTRALIA Coas t BRISBANE COOBER SURFERS PARADISE Indian Indian Pacific PEDY Gold Coas t Ocean Nullarbor Plain KALGOORLIE WILPENA POUND NEW COFFS HARBOUR SOUTH PERTH Great Australian Flinders Ranges WALES Bight Hunter Barossa Valley Valley Blue Mountains ADELAIDE TOP END BY AIR MARGARET RIVER SYDNEY

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Great Ocean BLUE MOUNTAINS Road PHILLIP HUNTER VALLEY ISLAND Australia’s ‘Top End’ has some amazing outback experiences, from the wetlands of Kakadu to the Bass Strait Tasm an Sea

Cradle Mt-L St Clair LAUNCESTON National Park TASMANIA Mary River National Park, or across to the Aboriginal reserve of Arnhem Land where restricted access HOBART applies. With time short, and so much to cover, one of the easiest ways to explore the region is by scenic ﬂ ight, where the added advantage of seeing the vast, remote scenery from above will provide an additional highlight. Ideally a few days exploring the region would be recommended, but a day ﬂ ight option from Darwin is also available.

3 DAY WILDMAN WILDERNESS LODGE FULL DAY KAKADU, NOURLANGIE AIR SAFARI ROCK & YELLOW WATERS CRUISE 3 DAY AIR SAFARI FROM £850 PER ADULT FULL DAY CRUISE WITH FLIGHTS FROM £489 PER ADULT

The Mary River National Park is a protected, pristine wetlands, where the As the Kakadu National Park is so vast the option to include scenic fl ights is fl oodplains and billabongs are teeming with wildlife, birds and the saltwater perfect if you are short on time, but want to see as much as possible. Take a crocodile. Being some 150 km from Darwin, the remoteness of the area means scenic fl ight from Darwin to Kakadu, before joining APT to tour the highlights that it is fairly untouched, but by joining the Skytours scenic fl ights there is no of the famed wetlands. After a visit to Nourlangie Rock, an excellent Aboriginal need to miss this gem. Rock Art site, the tour continues on to Yellow Water, a fresh water billabong, Fly from Darwin over the wetlands and spend two nights at the Wildman where a cruise will give an insight into the variety of bird and wildlife. You may Wilderness Lodge which offers an extraordinary wetlands experience. Many even spot one of the large saltwater crocodiles! The tour concludes with activities are included, such as bush walks or cultural tours, but with additional a return fl ight back to Darwin. (D31 + LFF) options available from croc spotting cruises, billabong cruises or Kakadu day trips there is plenty to keep you occupied.

Packages include: Return scenic ﬂ ights from Darwin; two nights accommodation at Wildman Wilderness Lodge in a safari tent; tour activities of the day and meals.

WILDMAN WILDERNESS LODGE

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030_031_AJO_12_1.indd 2 30/04/2012 17:28 Outback and Culture COOK ISLANDS PACIFIC CULTURE With a mix of Polynesian heritage and European infl uence, it’s not just the coral atolls and volcanic islands which attract visitors to the Cook Islands. With some of the fi nest entertainers in the Pacifi c, no trip is complete without witnessing the dancing and drumming of a marauding tribe, dining from a traditional under ground oven (umu), and taking a tour to the heights of Rarotonga for breathtaking views.

PACIFIC RESORT RAROTONGA Combine all three tours with a 4 night stay at Paciﬁ c Resort Rarotonga from £769 per person. Package includes return airport transfers, accommodation in a Premium Garden Suite and 3 day tours.

HIGHLAND TE VARA NUI TANGAROA 4X4 PARADISE VILLAGE TOURS

An opportunity to learn about folklore Learn about the cultural, history & Head to the eastern heights of the and Rarotongan heritage - set high local traditions of the Cook Islands in island by 4x4, overlooking the Muri up on a hill in dense bush land this this beautiful Cultural Village, before lagoon, and see the four islets for ‘open air museum’ boasts a spectacular a night show by fl aming torchlight spectacular views out over the ocean. 180-degree view of the island. Your on the fl oating stage with an Island Get off the beaten track and travel guide will talk of traditional medicine Fusion buffet prepared by local and the ancient road (Ara Metua) built by making, using the plants that can be international chefs. ancestors, where your guide will show found in the magnifi cent gardens. you ancient marae’s and you will fi nd EVENING TOUR FROM £25 PER out about local traditions. Prepare a DAY TOUR FROM £35 PER PERSON PERSON traditional under ground oven (umu) then whilst its cooking, head off on your tour & come back for lunch. DAY TOUR FROM £41 PER PERSON

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SPIRIT OF THE OUTBACK OVERNIGHT TRAIN BRISBANE TO LONGREACH FROM £319 PER ADULT

A realistic, up-front view of Queensland’s captivating Outback - enjoyed in the comfort of air-conditioned, authentically-themed

Arafura Torres Strait Sea Timor DARWIN Kakadu surrounds. On its journey west, the ‘Spirit of the Outback’ ventures National Park Sea Gulf of Carpentaria GREAT KATHERINE Cape York LIZARD ISLAND Peninsula BARRIER COOKTOWN through the heritage towns of Blackwater, Emerald and Barcaldine Kimberley Purnululu Cape National Park Tribulation PORT DOUGLAS Coral (Bungle Bungle Ranges) HALLS CAIRNS CREEK Sea BROOME Geikie Gorge DUNK ISLAND National Park NORTHERN REEF

TERRITORY MARINE before arriving in Longreach, home to the famous Australian TOWNSVILLE AIRLIE HAYMAN Mt Isa ISLAND WHITSUNDAY BEACH GROUP HAMILTON PARK ISLAND The Ghan QUEENSLAND

EXMOUTH Ningaloo ALICE SPRINGS Stockman’s Hall of Fame, Qantas Founders Museum and the Reef KINGS HERON WESTERN CANYON ISLAND AUSTRALIA AYERS ROCK/ULURU FRASER ISLAND WARBURTON MONKEY MIA NOOSA Sunshine Outback Heritage Centre. SOUTH AUSTRALIA Coas t BRISBANE COOBER SURFERS PARADISE Indian Indian Pacific PEDY Gold Coas t Ocean Nullarbor Plain KALGOORLIE Extended touring WILPENA POUND NEW COFFS HARBOUR SOUTH PERTH Great Australian Flinders Ranges WALES Bight Hunter Barossa Valley Valley Blue Mountains ADELAIDE MARGARET RIVER SYDNEY

packages are available, ALBANY CANBERRA KANGAROO South Pacific ISLAND VICTORIA Southern Ocean Ocean

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Great Ocean BLUE MOUNTAINS Road PHILLIP HUNTER VALLEY offering coach ISLAND Tasm an Sea Bass Strait

Cradle Mt-L St Clair LAUNCESTON National Park TASMANIA connections to Winton HOBART

and visits to a host of GREAT BARRIERCoral REEF Sea surrounding attractions. The Spirit of the Outback has always Winton been a favourite, due to the social atmosphere Rockhampton onboard and the spectacular views Longreach Emerald Gladstone afforded throughout the Fraser Island 24 hour journey. Bundaberg Hervey Bay QUEENSLAND Maryborough Please note: Departs Tues and Sat from Brisbane arriving Longreach the next day. Brisbane Price based on twin 100miles sleeper including all 200kms meals. NEW SOUTH WALES

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032_033_AJO_12_1.indd 2 30/04/2012 17:31 Australia INDIAN PACIFIC 3 NIGHTS TRAIN FROM £1,328 PER ADULT

The famous Indian Pacifi c traverses Australia from Sydney to Perth and vice- versa between the sparkling waters of the Pacifi c and Indian Oceans. No other train in the world crosses so many different terrains in one country. The Indian Pacifi c crosses the scenic Blue Mountains before reaching the remote mining town of Broken Hill. After a pause in Adelaide, it makes its epic journey across the desolate Nullarbor Plain, and then travels through the goldfi elds of Western Australia before arriving in Perth. Wildlife you may spot include dingoes, kangaroos and birdlife, as well as the Indian Pacifi c’s emblem, the wedge-tailed eagle, with its incredible wingspan of up to two metres. When you travel on the Indian Pacifi c you are in for the journey of a lifetime. En-route there are several tour options available at key stop points. WHISTLE STOP TOURS OPTIONS Broken Hill - This has been Adelaide - First laid out in Kalgoorlie - The gold rush, a major producer of silver, 1836 by Colonel William set off by Paddy Hannan’s lead and zinc since 1883 Light, this elegant city discovery in 1893, was one hence its tag the ‘Silver is noted for its superb of the biggest in Australian City’. The natural attractions parklands, galleries and history. One hundred years combined with the clear light colonial buildings near on, the world’s largest single and beautiful colours have beaches and hills. Tour the open cut mining operation inspired many fi ne artists who heart of Adelaide including continues to recover the base themselves here. On this Adelaide Oval Cricket Ground precious metal, and the city tour you will learn about the and Lake Torrens. Hear the has prospered as a result. rich mining history. history of this beautiful city On this tour you will hear the as you pass the magnifi cent story of the largest outback stone buildings of North city in Australia that was built Terrace, The Festival Centre on gold and learn about the and Rundle Street café scene. hardships encountered.

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Arafura Torres Strait Sea Timor DARWIN Kakadu Sea National Park Gulf of Carpentaria GREAT KATHERINE Cape York LIZARD ISLAND Peninsula BARRIER COOKTOWN Kimberley Purnululu Cape National Park Tribulation PORT DOUGLAS Coral (Bungle Bungle Ranges) HALLS CAIRNS CREEK Sea BROOME Geikie Gorge DUNK ISLAND National Park NORTHERN REEF

TERRITORY MARINE TOWNSVILLE AIRLIE HAYMAN Mt Isa ISLAND WHITSUNDAY BEACH GROUP HAMILTON PARK ISLAND The Ghan QUEENSLAND

EXMOUTH Ningaloo ALICE SPRINGS Reef KINGS HERON WESTERN CANYON ISLAND AUSTRALIA AYERS ROCK/ULURU PLATINUM CABIN FRASER ISLAND WARBURTON MONKEY MIA NOOSA Sunshine SOUTH AUSTRALIA Coas t BRISBANE COOBER SURFERS PARADISE Indian Indian Pacific PEDY Gold Coas t Ocean Nullarbor Plain Upgrade to Platinum and receive a cabin KALGOORLIE WILPENA POUND NEW COFFS HARBOUR SOUTH PERTH Great Australian Flinders Ranges WALES Hunter Bight Barossa approximately twice the size of the Gold level, a Valley Valley Blue Mountains ADELAIDE MARGARET RIVER SYDNEY

ALBANY CANBERRA KANGAROO South Pacific ISLAND VICTORIA Southern Ocean Ocean spacious en-suite and 24 hour room service MELBOURNE

Great Ocean BLUE MOUNTAINS Road PHILLIP HUNTER VALLEY ISLAND Bass Strait Tasm an Sea

Cradle Mt-L St Clair LAUNCESTON National Park TASMANIA HOBART SOUTH QUEENSLAND Coral AUSTRALIA Sea WESTERN AUSTRALIA Cook Indian Kalgoorlie NEW Ocean SOUTH WALES Port Augusta Cockburn Broken Hill Perth Great Australian Bight Mt Victoria Bathurst Katoomba Adelaide Sydney Pacific Southern Ocean Ocean

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At all corners of the Australian outback are fabulous wilderness lodges, decadent tented camps in the desert, private spas and retreats. Absorb the outback’s breathtaking ruggedness, hike or bike in it, then lie back and let stress dissolve away under the inﬂ uence of a little outback luxury.

EL QUESTRO WILDERNESS RESORT, WESTERN AUSTRALIA

EL QUESTRO WILDERNESS RESORTWESTERN AUSTRALIA El Questro Wilderness Park is situated along the eastern SAL SALIS LUXURY SAFARI perimeter of the Kimberley; CAMP WESTERN AUSTRALIA one of the world’s last unspoilt frontiers. The park includes some Hidden amongst the dunes overlooking a magniﬁ cent of the most breathtaking and stretch of pristine coastline, Sal Salis is the perfect diverse landscapes in the world place from which to experience Ningaloo Reef in a including rugged ranges, broad way that is utterly in tune with the environment. Sal tidal ﬂ ats, gorges and waterfalls Salis – the only accommodation in the Cape Range to experience and explore. El National Park adjacent to Ningaloo Reef – is located Questro Homestead exclusive in the heart of the newest World Heritage Area. The retreat boasts extraordinary 9 tented camp, designed on strict environmental views and unsurpassed principles, is styled on Wild Bush Luxury lines that accommodation, food and wine. expose guests to the surrounding environment, while HOMESTEAD ROOM FROM £495 PER also delivering key luxury standards. PERSON PER NIGHT LUXURY TENT FROM £435 PER PERSON PER NIGHT

SAL SALIS LUXURY SAFARI CAMP, WESTERN AUSTRALIA

LONGITUDE 131 NORTHERN TERRITORY Longitude 131 is an Australian ﬁ rst and is quite simply one of the best wilderness hotels in the world. Stay in one of the ﬁ fteen tented sanctuaries, enjoying panoramic, uninterrupted views of Uluru and the surrounding desert landscape. The hotel is situated high on a sand dune eight kilometres from Ayers Rock Resort and is designed with meticulous attention to detail and unprecedented awareness of the cultural and environmental sensitivity of the area. At the heart of the camp is The Dune House, a stunning central area serving exquisite food and wine. LUXURY TENT FROM £560 PER PERSON PER NIGHT

LONGITUDE 131, NORTHERN TERRITORY

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WOLGAN VALLEY RESORT & SPA, NEW SOUTH WALES

WOLGAN VALLEY BAMURRU PLAINS RESORT & SPA NORTHERN TERRITORY NEW SOUTH WALES Located just to the west of Kakadu National Park on the Mary River ﬂ oodplains, Bamurru Located adjacent to the greater Blue Mountains Plains has a profusion of wildlife on its doorstep. The unique bush camp ‘exudes ‘Wild World Heritage Area, Wolgan Valley Resort & Bush Luxury’ and brings a touch of style to the remote and beautiful wilderness. Each Spa is a world-class conservation based resort safari suite is designed to blend into the surrounding bush, and opens guests up to the bordered by two National Parks. Spread out sights and sounds of the myriad of wildlife close by. at the foot of towering sandstone cliffs, this SAFARI SUITE FROM £592 PER PERSON PER NIGHT luxurious homestead style resort is set amongst 4,000 acres of protected conservation reserve area. BAMURRU PLAINS, NORTHERN TERRITORY HERITAGE SUITE FROM £497 PER PERSON PER NIGHT

RAWNSLEY PARK STATION SOUTH AUSTRALIA Rawnsley Park Station is a multi award winning property that adjoins the Flinders Ranges National Park. With a spectacular view of Wilpena Pound, Rawnsley Park Station provides the perfect base for exploring South Australia’s Flinders Ranges. Indulge in the luxury eco-villas and watch the vast array of stars from the RAWNSLEY PARK STATION, SOUTH AUSTRALIA comfort of your bed. 1 BED ECO VILLA FROM £117 PER PERSON PER NIGHT

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The Flinders Ranges is a breathtaking landscape of ragged hills, spectacular gorges and sheltered creeks. Explore the National Park on foot, by Four Wheel Drive, or by taking a scenic flight over the area to see the natural amphitheatre of mountains located at the northernmost point.

Austravel Secret... The Clare Valley wine region is home to more than 40 cellar doors – pick up a bicycle and follow the trails through picture perfect scenery.

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036_037_AJO_12_1.indd 2 30/04/2012 17:34 Australia FLINDERS RANGES Journey into the heartland of South Australia to explore the rugged peaks of the Flinders Ranges. Explore the region as part of a self drive to see the variation in South Australia’s landscapes. Don’t miss the dramatic Wilpena Pound - fully accessible via sealed roads - with its 17 Lake Torrens Lake Frome Nat. Park FLINDERS Regional Reserve kilometres of natural amphitheatre. This self drive adventure allows you YELLABINNA RANGES REGIONAL RESERVE NAT. PARK to experience the Outback at your leisure. Lake Gairdner Wilpena National Park Pound NSW 4 DAY SELF DRIVE FROM £581 PER ADULT 2 SOUTH Adelaide – Wilpena Pound (470 AUSTRALIA DAY 1Kms - 5 Hours Driving Time) Depart 3 DANGGALI Adelaide, and travel north on the Princes CONSERVATION PARK Highway, past Port Pirie, and on to Quorn, Clare Valley which is known for its heritage steam train journeys to Port Augusta. Carry on to the Yourambulla Caves and check out the ancient Adelaide Aboriginal rock art housed in shelters or caves, before arriving in Wilpena Pound. This Great Australian Bight 1 afternoon includes a 20 minute scenic ﬂ ight, KANGAROO giving the opportunity to gain a bird’s eye ISLAND view of the region.

Wilpena Pound Today enjoy a half day

DAY 4WD Mountain Tops spectacular tour 2 Arafura Torr es Strait Sea Timor DARWIN Kakadu including lunch and South Australian wine. Sea National Park Gulf of Carpentaria GREAT KATHERINE VIC Cape York LIZARD ISLAND Peninsula BARRIER COOKTOWN This tour will enable you to view one of the Kimberley Purnululu Cape National Park Tribulation PORT DOUGLAS Coral (Bungle Bungle Ranges) HALLS CAIRNS CREEK Sea BROOME Geikie Gorge DUNK ISLAND National Park NORTHERN REEF

TERRITORY MA most extraordinary formations in the Flinders TOWNSVILLE RINE AIRLIE HAYMAN Mt Isa BEACH ISLAND WHITSUNDAY GROUP HAMILTON PARK ISLAND The Ghan QUEENSLAND Ranges off the beaten track with expert EXMOUTH Ningaloo ALICE SPRINGS Reef KINGS HERON WESTERN CANYON ISLAND AUSTRALIA AYERS ROCK/ULURU FRASER ISLAND guides to teach you about this fascinating WARBURTON MONKEY MIA NOOSA Sunshine SOUTH AUSTRALIA Coas t BRISBANE COOBER SURFERS PARADISE Indian Indian Pacific PEDY Gold Coas t region. Ocean Nullarbor Plain KALGOORLIE WILPENA POUND NEW COFFS HARBOUR SOUTH PERTH Great Australian Flinders Ranges WALES Bight Hunter Barossa Valley Valley Blue Mountains ADELAIDE MARGARET RIVER SYDNEY

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Great Ocean BLUE MOUNTAINS PHILLIP DAY Road HUNTER VALLEY (290kms - 4 Hours 45 Minutes ISLAND 3 Bass Strait Tasm an Sea

Cradle Mt-L St Clair LAUNCESTON Driving Time) Travel south to the Clare National Park TASMANIA HOBART Valley Wine Region, situated in the beautiful northern Mount Lofty Ranges, and where the FROM TO DISTANCE DRIVING TIME town of Clare nestles among wooded hills ADELAIDE WILPENA POUND 470 KM 5 HRS and orderly vineyards. Nearby are the historic WILPENA POUND CLARE VALLEY 290 KM 4 HRS 45 MINS towns of Burra, Kapunda, and also the oldest CLARE VALLEY ADELAIDE 140 KM 1 HR 45 MINS winery in the area – the historic Sevenhill Cellars established in 1851. Please Note: Prices are per person and include three nights accommodation, Clare Valley – Adelaide (140kms - 1 scenic ﬂ ight, half day 4WD tour, an information pack and based on Group B car hire. Accommodation, price and board basis are subject to change with availability.

DAY Hour 45 Minutes Driving Time) 4 Driving distances and times are approximate. (Tour AD9) Depart the Clare Valley and travel south to Adelaide.

OUTBACK CLARE VALLEY BALLOONING With more than 40 cellar doors lying along a Appreciate the beauty of Wilpena narrow 40 kilometre corridor, the Clare Valley Pound from the air as you ﬂ oat over the wine region is one of the most accessible Australian Outback watching out for for exploration. Walk or cycle the gentle native wildlife. gradients through woodlands to wineries and restaurants, and sample some of the world’s TOUR FROM £244 PER PERSON best Riesling. CLARE COUNTRY CLUB - STANDARD SPA SUITE FROM £53 PER PERSON PER NIGHT FLINDERS RANGES EXPERIENCE With gorges to explore, wildlife to encounter and spectacular natural beauty, journey to the Flinders Ranges on this day tour from Adelaide through classic terrain. You will also visit one of the boutique vineyards of the Clare Valley for a wine tasting session.

DAY TOUR FROM £263 PER PERSON

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Cutting through the heart of one of Australia’s last wilderness frontiers, the Gibb River Road winds through the stunning Kimberley region of Western Australia. Looking for adventure? Travel during the dry season from April until September for the ultimate road trip…

Austravel Secret... There’s no better way to appreciate the diversity of the Kimberley Region than with a days scenic ﬂ ight offering unforgettable views of the Ord River and the Bungle Bungle Range. FLIGHTS FROM KUNUNURRA AVAILABLE FROM £202 PER PERSON

BUNGLE BUNGLE WILDERNESS LODGE

BROOME TO DARWIN 9 DAY SELF DRIVE FROM £1,782 PER ADULT

Broome - Mt Hart Depart Broome on the Great Northern Highway and

DAY 1Gibb River Road towards Mt Hart located in the King Leopold Range Conservation Park.

Mt Hart - Mt Elizabeth Station Continue your journey off-road, stopping

DAY 2at Galvans Gorge and Barnett Gorge. Mt Elizabeth Station - El Questro Travel past Home Valley and follow the

DAY 3turn-off signs to El Questro Station. El Questro Wilderness Park Your day is at your leisure to explore this

DAY 4amazing wilderness that the vast El Questro property has to offer. A collection of wilderness lodges spread throughout the Outback offer an unforgettable experience. If you get the chance - add one to your itinerary. El Questro Wilderness Park - Kununurra It’s the last part of the Gibb

DAY 5River Road section of your journey before rejoining the main highway. El Questro Wilderness Resort - Situated along the eastern perimeter Head to Kelly’s Knob Lookout to watch your last sunset in the Kimberley’s. Aof the Kimberley and offering 3 types of accommodation each different in style and budget, El Questro Homestead is an exclusive retreat with Kununurra - Katherine Your adventure today leads into the Northern unsurpassed accommodation, food and wine.

DAY Territory - the Victoria Highway will take you through the town of Timber 6 EMMA GORGE DELUXE TENTED CABIN: FROM £89 PER PERSON PER NIGHT. Creek and the Gregory National Park. Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge - At this lodge, you’ll have the Katherine - Kakadu National Park A must do today is taking a cruise on Bopportunity to dine under the magniﬁ cent Kimberley stars. With a two DAY 7the beautiful Katherine Gorge this morning (not included in the price). night stay here on most itineraries, you enjoy the chance to fully explore the Kakadu National Park Take a 1.5 hour cruise on Yellow Waters for views wonders of this World Heritage-listed National Park.

DAY 8of colourful birdlife and the ever present crocodile (cruise not included in Mitchell Falls Wilderness Lodge - The lodge provides easy access to one the price). Cof the true jewels in the Kimberley, Mitchell Falls. After spending a day Kakadu National Park - Darwin It is an easy journey back along the hiking through this rugged region, relax with a hot shower, comfortable bed and delicious meal. DAY 9Arnhem Highway to Darwin. Please Note: Price includes 8 nights accommodation on a room only basis including a 4WD Bell Gorge Wilderness Lodge - In a beautiful and unique setting close to vehicle and information pack with maps. Minimum stays and surcharges may apply at some Dthe Imintji Aboriginal community, this lodge is located on an Indigenous- properties on certain dates. Prices are per person. (BM4) owned site and affords magniﬁ cent views of the King Leopold escarpment. A short drive from the lodge is Bell Gorge, a refreshing oasis with an inviting Accommodation: Mt Hart - Mt Hart Wilderness Lodge (Standard), Kimberley - Mt Elizabeth Station (Standard), El Questro - Emma Gorge (Deluxe Tented Cabin), Kununurra - Kununurra waterhole at the base of a spectacular waterfall. Lakeside Resort (Motel), Katherine - All Seasons Katherine (Standard), Kakadu - Gagudju APT WILDERNESS LODGES: ALL FROM £155 PER PERSON PER NIGHT Crocodile Holiday Inn (Superior)

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There are touring options in abundance if you want to leave the navigating to someone else. APT offer an unrivalled base of knowledge, expertise and passion for this Australian wilderness area. KIMBERLEY COMPLETE 13 DAY TOUR FROM £4,595 PER ADULT BASED ON TWIN SHARE

Travel from Broome along the ancient Aboriginal art before saying of the Kimberley today, Purnululu

DAY 1remote Outback highway to goodbye to the awe-inspiring scenery National Park, a wilderness region Windjana Gorge, catch a glimpse of of the Mitchell Plateau. that was awarded World Heritage crocodiles lazing on the banks of the status in 2003. Lennard River, and ﬁ nish at Tunnel Ford the Durack River and Creek oasis. DAY 7arrive at one of the Kimberley’s Hike along rugged most well known cattle stations, El DAY 11Piccaninny Creek and The reward for hiking into Bell Questro Wilderness Park – a one explore the impressive Cathedral

DAY 2Gorge is a swim below the million-acre working cattle station in Gorge, where you can test the natural waterfall where rugged cliffs surround the Kimberley wilderness. acoustics of this massive limestone a series of tiered waterholes. cavern. Walk among the famous In the shadow of Livistona striped beehive domes as your guide Travel through the heart of DAY 8Palms, Zebedee Springs brings the natural history of the range DAY 3Kimberley cattle country to provides the perfect setting for a to life. discover some of the region’s most relaxing soak in the natural thermal secluded gorges and swimming holes. pools. After lunch at an iconic Take the Great Northern

Outback pub visit Parry’s Lagoon, a DAY 12Highway as we travel to Ascending the Mitchell Plateau, bird watchers paradise en-route to Halls Creek. See the unusual China DAY 4explore Wandjina and Gwion Kununurra. Wall, a natural quartz formation, (Bradshaw) art galleries and swim in before heading to Fitzroy Crossing. the clear waters at King Edward River. Kununurra is the gateway to

DAY the untamed and adventurous Welcome to Geikie Gorge, A full day on the plateau allows 9 Kimberley region. Later, join a DAY 13where annual fl ooding has DAY 5us to truly explore the beauty spectacular wildlife cruise on the created a bleached effect on the of Mitchell Falls, with its magnifi cent mighty Ord River and witness a limestone walls. Board a unique cruise waterfalls, rugged rocky outcrops and dramatic sunset as we cruise Lake along this stunning gorge, where a Aboriginal art. Kununurra. local guide will teach us more about Travelling through Livistona the signifi cance of the local fl ora and Venture deep into one of fauna. Return to Broome (GKC13). DAY palm forests, view galleries of 6 DAY 10the most recognisable icons

Kakadu - a 8national park of exceptional natural beauty and unique Bathhurst Melville biodiversity. Island Island 8 Darwin - the Darwin 6most northerly of KAKADU Australia’s capital cities, 6 NATIONAL built on a low bluff PARK overlooking the harbour.

El Questro - at 7 4almost a million acres in size, this Katherine wilderness park is in Kununurra - the Katherine - home to the D the ancient lands of perfect base for your C 5 spectacular Nitmulik National one of the world’s Outback adventure on the 7 park with an abundance of last unspoilt frontiers. banks of the Ord River. ancient rock paintings. PRINCE REGENT A 4-5 NATURE RESERVE Kununurra NORTHERN Lake TERRITORY Windjana Gorge - one of the WESTERN Argyle best places in Australia to see AUSTRALIA Arafura Torres Strait 2 Sea Timor DARWIN Kakadu freshwater crocodiles in the wild. Sea National Park Gulf of Carpentaria GREAT KATHERINE Cape York LIZARD ISLAND Peninsula BAR

COOKTOWN RI 2 ER Geikie Gorge - formed Kimberley Purnululu Cape National Park Tribulation PORT DOUGLAS Coral (Bungle Bungle Ranges) HALLS CAIRNS CREEK Sea BROOME Geikie Gorge DUNK ISLAND National Park NORTHERN REEF BUNGLE TERRITORY MARINE by the Fitzroy River, in TOWNSVILLE AIRLIE HAYMAN Mt Isa ISLAND WHITSUNDAY BEACH GROUP 3 PARK HAMILTON ISLAND The Ghan QUEENSLAND wet season the level can BUNGLES EXMOUTH Ningaloo ALICE SPRINGS Reef KINGS HERON WESTERN CANYON ISLAND 1 AYERS ROCK/ULURU Broome - an Windjana AUSTRALIA FRASER ISLAND rise by up to 16.5 metres. WARBURTON MONKEY MIA NOOSA Sunshine SOUTH AUSTRALIA Coas t BRISBANE exotic pearling COOBER SURFERS PARADISE Gorge Indian Indian Pacific PEDY Gold 1 Nullarbor Plain Coas t Ocean KALGOORLIE Broome WILPENA POUND NEW COFFS HARBOUR town home to the 22 B SOUTH Geikie Gorge PERTH Great Australian Flinders Ranges WALES Bight Hunter Barossa Valley Valley Blue Mountains ADELAIDE MARGARET RIVER SYDNEY kilometres of white ALBANY CANBERRA KANGAROO South Pacific ISLAND VICTORIA 50miles Southern Ocean Ocean 3 MELBOURNE Great Ocean BLUE MOUNTAINS Road PHILLIP HUNTER VALLEY sand at Cable Beach. ISLAND 100kms Bass Strait Tasm an Sea

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