Guided Vacations, Flexible Short Breaks and Sightseeing Day Tours
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PEFC Recycled This product is from recycled and controlled sources PEFC/29-31-67 www.pefc.org 10157 USA Wraps_A4 Size_210x297mm.indd 16-18 31/10/13 10:40 AM Miles & miles of smiles At AAT Kings, we strive to represent the very best that Australia and New Zealand have to offer. We will show you landscapes and cities that are beautiful beyond belief. Our people are warm, friendly, and we celebrate our great characters and authentic personalities. Our goal every day is to share Australia and New Zealand with our guests, to bring Australia and New Zealand to life. 3 Australia. New Zealand. Two of the world’s great unspoilt frontiers. The diverse natural and cultural landscapes of Australia and New Zealand are inspiring. Full of rich and fascinating experiences, they are the perfect back-drop to lose yourself... and find yourself. Distinctive Australia Experience nature’s drama. From the endless space and the changing colours of the Australian Outback and Red Centre, to the awe-inspiring national parks of the Top End. From the big city excitement of Sydney and Melbourne to the underwater wonderland of the Great Barrier Reef, with miles of pristine, sun-loving coastline in between. Australia has its fair share of iconic natural wonders. Discover 40,000 years of indigenous history, wildlife you never thought existed and local characters whose warmth and humour will stay with you long after you return home. Dream-like New Zealand New Zealand is arguably the world’s purest destination – clean, green and uncrowded. Vast open spaces are filled with jaw-dropping landscapes. From the tranquillity of Milford Sound to the action and adventure of Queenstown, the South Island is full of contrasts. Picture snow-capped mountain ranges and mighty fiords, pristine rivers, wild forests and crater lakes. The North Island holds its own with the stunning Bay of Islands, the bustling harbour city of Auckland, active volcanoes and geothermal Rotorua – the centre of New Zealand’s Maori culture. It’s your choice With a range of innovative itineraries and different ways to travel, from a day to a month, we cover the best of Australia and New Zealand. We look forward to sharing Australia and New Zealand with you. Learn more about the places we travel at aatkings.com 4 Our signature vacation options AAT Kings offers a huge choice of vacations in Australia and New Zealand; including our signature Guided Vacations, flexible Short Breaks and sightseeing Day Tours. No matter which way you choose to travel, we’ll bring each destination to life. Guided Our fully-guided Vacations touring experiences From 5 to 15 days, an AAT Kings Guided Vacation lets you fully explore a destination and immerse yourself in its landscape, history and culture. Our friendly guides will enhance your experience with their stories, local knowledge and sense of fun. They’re genuine Aussie and Kiwi characters who’ll ensure your vacation is one you’ll never forget. Guided Vacations come in two standards: First Choice vacations offer premium hotels in centrally located areas, more meals and sightseeing inclusions, plus unique ‘You’re Invited’ dining experiences. Best Buys vacations offer great value, comfortable accommodation within easy access to city centres and more free time. Short 2-19 day breaks with your Breaks choice of accommodation Need some time off to recharge your batteries? An AAT Kings Short Breaks could be just the thing you need. Ranging from 2 to 19 days in length, short break packages combine the must-see highlights of a destination with your choice of accommodation along with selected meals. You’ll travel with a different AAT Kings Driver Guide each day, so you’ll benefit from the breadth of their combined knowledge and years of experience. Plus, you’ll meet a different group of like-minded travellers each day. You can discover the Red Centre, Top End, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, the Great Barrier Reef, Perth, Adelaide, Kangaroo Island, Rotorua, Milford Sound and Bay of Islands. Day One day or half day Tours sightseeing tours If you’ve only got a day to spare, AAT Kings offers one day and half day sightseeing tours across Australia and New Zealand including Sydney, Melbourne, Darwin, Uluru, Alice Springs, Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane, Cairns, Gold Coast. Leave the stress of driving in an unknown city to a friendly local expert and enjoy the stories they’ll share along the way. We’ll show you all the must-see sights of the region and share our knowledge of its history and culture. We also offer free courtesy hotel pick-ups so all you need to do is relax and enjoy your day. 5 Our boutique small group experiences Our small group experiences offer an intimate style of travel and take you off the beaten track. Choose from our immersive Inspiring Journeys or the fun and affordable Aussie Adventures. Inspiring Immersive & boutique Journeys small group journeys Travelling in an intimate group, often in luxury, sometimes 4WD vehicle, on an Inspiring Journey you’ll stay in spectacular retreats, lodges and resorts with great cuisine to match. Allow us to introduce the rich and immersive experiences you’d expect from Australia and New Zealand’s guided vacation specialist. We strike the perfect balance between freedom from the stress of planning and enough flexibility for you to shape your journey. Best of all, you’ll share the experience with our fascinating guides and your fellow travellers. The average number of guests on an Inspiring Journey is twelve to sixteen. Aussie Affordable, easygoing Adventures small group adventures Aussie Adventures heads off the beaten track and actively explores the great outdoors in a small group of fun and friendly travellers. You’ll experience the real Australia with our authentic and down-to-earth guides, and uncover hidden places and experiences that you’d miss if travelling on your own. We keep things simple and affordable, but we don’t skimp on the must-see highlights and excitement of travelling in Australia. Choose from a range of adventures in the Top End, Red Centre, Blue Mountains, Hunter Valley, Kangaroo Island and Grampians National Park. The average number of guests on an Aussie Adventure is fifteen to twenty. Turn over to the contents page for a complete list of AAT Kings’ comprehensive range of vacations and experiences. AAT Kings has the perfect vacation for everyone. Melissa Day Tours Team 6 I’m ready to take your call with a laugh, a smile, and all you Meet Sarah, AAT Kings Reservations 7 We’ve got Australia & New Zealand covered 8 Meet the Team 9 Tastes of Australia & New Zealand 10 Stay in comfort 11 Travel in style 12 Contents Ways to save 13 /85 Our signature vacation options Our Guided Vacation fully escorted experiences, our 2-19 day Short Breaks with your choice of accommodation, and our one or half day city & surrounds scenic Day Tours. Guided Short Vacations 14 Breaks ᓀ 52 Australia & New Zealand Vacations Days Code Page Region/Vacation Days Code Page Highlights of Australia & New Zealand 22 IMZB 16 Sydney & the Blue Mountains 4 SS11 53 Contrasts of Australia & New Zealand 17 QCANA 18 Melbourne & the Great Ocean Road 4 MM11 53 Australia & New Zealand Panorama 13 QPACA 20 Cairns & the Great Barrier Reef 4 CC11 54 Adelaide & Kangaroo Island 5 ZZ11 54 Uluru Explorer 2 YY43 55 Australia Vacations Days Code Page Uluru & Kings Canyon 3 YK43 55 Australian Highlights 13 IMSE 22 Kakadu & East Alligator River 2 DK40 56 Discover Australia 9 ASACL 24 Kakadu & Litchfi eld National Parks 3 DK48 56 Sydney, Reef & Rainforest 10 QFSC 26 Alice Springs Explorer 2 AK20 57 East Coast Tropical Discovery 10/12 QUSC/QUBC 28 Uluru & Kings Canyon Discovery 3 AK43 57 Outback Adventure 15 NAAD 30 Australian Icons 13 MS12 58 Tastes of Southern Australia 10 ESMA 32 Best of Australia 19 MS19 60 Southern Capitals – City Meets Bush 5 ESBM 34 Spectacular Bay of Islands 4 ZB4 62 Great Ocean Road & Rotorua Highlights 4 ZR5 62 Kangaroo Island Escape 6 EMKA 35 Perfect Tasmania 5/7/11 THH/THL/TLH 36 New Zealand Vacations Days Code Page Day Best of New Zealand 18 ZABC 38 Tours New Zealand Splendour 15 ZAAC 40 63 Southern Spectacular 10 ZCQR 42 Region/Tour Page New Zealand Contrasts 17 LABC/LCBA 44 Sydney 64 New Zealand Marvel 14 LCCA/LAAC 46 Melbourne & Alice Springs 65 Southern Spotlight 9 LCQR/LRQC 48 Uluru, Kings Canyon & Top End 66 Southern Icons 9 ZCC 50 Top End, Darwin, Cairns, Brisbane & Adelaide 67 Our boutique small group experiences Immersive & premium Inspiring Journeys, and affordable & easygoing Aussie Adventures. Inspiring Aussie Journeys 68 Adventures 74 Region/Journey Days Code Page Region/Adventure Days Code Page Kakadu Dreaming 3 LIKA 69 Kakadu Escape 2 AAH2 74 The Long White Cloud 14/22 NZCA/NZIJ 70 Top End Escape 3 KNL3 74 The Southern Drift 8/12 NZCQ/NZSI 72 Pre & Post Accommodation 75 Maps – Australia & New Zealand 76/77 Join us/Like us on: Sustainability 78 Booking Conditions 79 facebook.com/ twitter.com/ youtube.com/ How to Book & Contacts Back cover AATKingsAustralia aatkings aatkings 8 We’ve got Australia & New Zealand covered Our people Cultural highlights At AAT Kings we pride ourselves on having the friendliest and most experienced Tour Directors and Guides in Australia and New Zealand. We’ll provide the commentary, stories and insights that will bring each destination you visit to life. We’ll provide advice, recommendations and directions and reveal ‘Hidden Gems’ you simply couldn’t experience if travelling on your own. We’ll share our love of travel and put a smile on your face.