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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.
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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.
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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 48 DK 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. Our history AAT Kings’ story began in the 1920s when the Pyke family pioneered coach touring in Australia. Starting with self-drive car-hire in 7 seater vehicles in Sydney, we later expanded to guided sightseeing tours. By the 1960s, the company, then known as AAT, had become Sydney’s largest tour operator and in the 1980s we teamed up with pioneering adventurer Bill King’s outback tours to form what we know today as AAT Kings.
The leader meet sarah, anangu Guide In 2013 more people chose to travel with AAT Kings than any other guided vacation company in Australia and New Zealand. With more than 85 years experience, we’re consistently recognised and awarded by our industry and are committed to maintaining this high standard and creating a memorable experience for our guests. We’ve included a range of immersive cultural experiences in AAT Kings’ itineraries to give you a real understanding of the incredibly special and often sacred places that you visit A stress-free vacation with us. Whether it’s listening to Aboriginal We take care of absolutely everything, so there’s no detailed planning required on your behalf stories of the Dreamtime, learning the secrets other than finding the time to go and choosing the right vacation for you. of bush tucker and medicines, or discovering Maori culture, you’ll get an authentic and personal perspective by meeting and spending Tread lightly time with the traditional land owners. At AAT Kings we’re serious about our commitment to the community and the environment. See page 78 for more information or visit: treadright.org 9 Meet the Team When you’re away from home, you need to know you can rely on someone with all the answers; someone who will look after all your needs. Our fantastic team of Tour Directors, Driver Guides and operations experts all work together to ensure your trip runs smoothly from beginning to end. Come and meet the team – they’ll put a smile on your face!
meet Tania, Tour Director meet henry, Driver Guide meet Kevin, Tour Director Cultural highlights
My favourite part of the job is sharing my I love taking people to the Blue Mountains. Introducing our guests to local food and Maori culture with people from all over There is a wonderful energy in the region wine is always a highlight. Some of the the world. and you feel really comfortable in the clean local cheeses produced in the Gibbston bush surroundings. Valley are my favourites. I love New Zealand and I am proud of my people and land. I hope I convey that I have travelled extensively up and down Guests really relax when they have a feeling as I share my favourite places and the East Coast of Australia, from Cairns glass of wine in hand. I love sharing stories with guests. to the southern capitals. I love sharing when people experience things for the the places I have discovered over the first time. years with my guests.
Everything is done for you A vacation is your time to relax and rejuvenate, so at Accommodation AAT Kings we’ve included everything you need and • Carefully chosen and ideally located quality hotels you don’t have to worry about a thing. • Porterage and hotel tips included All our Guided Vacations, Short Meals Breaks and Day Tours include: • All breakfasts and up to half of your dinners • Quality local cuisine • Passionate and knowledgeable Guides • Welcome reception and farewell dinner* • Expert commentary • Tips included • Stress-free travel • Recommendations and directions to • Luxury air-conditioned vehicles where the locals eat • All the must-see highlights Exclusive experiences • VIP entry into many attractions • You’re Invited dining experiences** Our signature Guided Vacations • Hidden Gems sightseeing include all this, PLUS: • Cultural highlights
*Welcome reception and farewell dinners vary by Guided Vacation. Please refer to the relevant Guided Vacation itinerary page for inclusions. **You’re Invited dining experiences are available on First Choice Guided Vacations only 10 Tastes of Australia & New Zealand At AAT Kings, we love to see our guests bonding over a wonderful meal, relaxing with a crisp, cold glass of white wine or enjoying the adventure of tasting something for the first time. We know you want to get to know the local area you are travelling in, and one of the best ways to do this is by tasting the local produce. Abundance included Our signature vacations include breakfast daily and most other meals, plus special dining occasions like our ‘Highlight Dinners’ and ‘You’re Invited’ local dining experiences. These unique ‘You’re Invited’ encounters capture the essence of a destination through its history, its locals and its produce. You’ll be welcomed into family homes and working establishments like wineries and farms where you can interact with your hosts while enjoying their hospitality and local specialties.
Wine Produce With some of the oldest vines in the world found here, Australia As a multicultural society Australia has an innovative fusion of cuisines and New Zealand are home to some of the world’s most and with many different climate zones, we can grow or produce almost outstanding wine-producing regions. Large and small, traditional anything. From indigenous bush tucker and fresh barramundi in the and boutique – our wineries offer a range of different experiences, Northern Territory to New Zealand’s traditional hangi and Tasmania’s each with its own personality and signature variety. We take you world class cheeses, the variety of our produce will astound you. to cellar doors in renowned regions like the Barossa and Margaret Whether you’re dining with us under a million stars at our Ulu ru BBQ, River and introduce you to the local experts. Our Tour Directors sharing a wholesome lunch on a New Zealand farm, or enjoying fresh and local experts will share stories with you that really bring the seafood at a South Australian marron farm, we’ll bring your Australian winemaking process to life. or New Zealand food and wine experience to life. 11 Stay in comfort The ayers rock AAT Kings’ accommodation has been quality selected for comfort, accessible locations and excellent resort vistas are facilities. Comfort means a clean room with a soft bed and an en suite bathroom. Plus extras like a bar, often a pool and guest laundry. Our hand-picked hotels include brands like Crowne Plaza, Novotel, Vibe, simply amazing. Mercure and Stamford Plaza as well as feature hotels like Daydream Island Resort & Spa, Cradle Mountain Gary Chateau and Voyages Ayers Rock Resort to name but a few. Driver Guide
Upon arrival When you travel with AAT Kings, we look after everything. So when you arrive at your hotel for the night on our signature Guided Vacations, there’s no need to check-in. Your luggage will be taken straight to your room. Plus, we’ve already taken care of porterage and housekeeping tips as well. So there’s no additional expense. More choice on AAT Kings Guided Vacations AAT Kings offers two standards of Guided Vacation. Look for these symbols on our Guided Vacation itinerary pages:
First Choice vacations offer premium accommodation in central locations, more meals and sightseeing inclusions, plus unique ‘You’re Invited’ dining experiences.
Best Buys vacations offer great value, comfortable accommodation with easy access to city centres and more free time.
Learn more about our hotels at aatkings.com/accommodation Milford Mariner
Wildman Wilderness Lodge Four Points by Sheraton Darling Harbour Punakaiki Resort Mary River Sydney Punakaiki
Millennium Hotel Strahan Village Sails in the Desert Queenstown Tasmania Ayers Rock Resort 12
More ways to travel Over the course of your vacation, depending on your itinerary or optional experiences chosen, you could also fi nd yourself on scenic train rides and fl ights, helicopter and boat rides, Travel in style river cruises, on foot or maybe even on a camel.
Throughout your vacation your mode of transport will vary depending on the area we’re travelling to. Due to the general remoteness of Australia and New Zealand and the large distances to travel, the most common mode of transport will be via luxury coach. This allows us the ability to explore the core of each destination in comfort and with easy access. Our fleet With 18 new luxurious coaches joining our fleet from 2013, our vehicles are the newest in Australia and New Zealand. The fully air-conditioned coaches are luxurious and equipped with modern features like reclining seats with seat belts and footrests, panoramic windows, an on-board restroom, two-door access and state-of-the-art technology including DVD player, GPS and PA systems. Some of our coaches are also equipped with phone chargers and WiFi. All AAT Kings itineraries include scheduled and regular rest breaks. Friendly Driver Guides Our Driver Guides have years of experience in ensuring that our guests have a comfortable and smooth journey aboard an AAT Kings coach. They provide door-to-door service from your hotel to major sights and destinations along the way and work closely with our Tour Directors and Guides. Your Tour Director will ensure that your luggage is collected from your room and your Driver Guide will load it onto the coach every time. Transfers Complimentary arrival and departure transfers are provided between designated airports and AAT Kings hotels on scheduled start and end days of your Guided Vacation and with pre or post accommodation booked through AAT Kings. The Finishing Touches All guests on AAT Kings Guided Vacations receive a travel wallet and luggage tags. Plus, we’ll give you a map of Australia or New Zealand as a memento of your vacation. 13
There's nothing more satisfying than saying ‘Welcome back.’ Lucy Ways to save Day Tours Team
Early payment savings The Kings Club frequent traveller Save up to 7.5% discount when you pay in full on or before 27 January 2014 The Kings Club is an exclusive membership for those who have travelled in the last 5 years with one of our family of companies including AAT Kings, Trafalgar, Insight Vacations, Contiki Holidays or Uniworld. Save up to 5% Membership is complimentary and gives you one when you pay in full on or before 10 March 2014 annual 5% discount voucher to be used against your next AAT Kings Guided Vacation booking.
2nd vacation discount Book 2 or more First Choice, Best Buys or Inspiring Journeys guided vacations at the same time and save 2.5%. Add a Day Tour Save 10% on Day Tours when purchased at the same time as your AAT Kings’ operated Guided Vacation. Travelling alone? Some guests travelling alone do not wish to incur the additional expense of a single room supplement. On First Choice and Best Buys vacations, we will accommodate you with a guest of the same gender (non-smoking rooms only), at no extra cost. If we fail to match you, we will accommodate you in a single room. 3 people sharing a room Save 5% on the twin share price when you book a triple room. Young Travellers Children 5-15 years of age receive a discount when sharing with an adult in the same room (limit of one Young Traveller Discount per room), and receive a 50% discount off the adult price of AAT Kings’ operated Day Tours. Group Travel 5-15 people – everybody saves 5% | 16 people – one guest goes free
We can also tailor an itinerary just for you and your group (15 people or more).
See individual vacation pages for the value of how much you will save for Young Traveller, Triple Share and Kings Club.
Conditions 1. Early payment savings applies to AAT Kings’ operated guided vacations of 3 days or more (First Choice, Best Buys & Inspiring Journeys). 2. Early payment savings can be combined with other discounts where applicable and only applies to vacations featuring the Early payment savings* in the price panel. For discounts to apply vacations must be paid in full by the designated date. *Blackout departure dates may apply. 3. Discounts only apply to the land component of the vacation (do not apply to pre or post accommodation, vacations incorporating rail or cruise components, or 3rd party operated vacations/day tours). 4. Kings Club frequent traveller discount – only one discount is available per person, per year and only one discount can be redeemed against each further vacation booking. 5. Triple share discount is available when 3 guests share a twin or double room with an extra bed (foldaway, sofabed or rollaway). 6. 2nd vacation discount applies to AAT Kings’ operated guided vacations of 3 days or more (First Choice, Best Buys & Inspiring Journeys). Vacations must be booked at the same time and the discount is per person off the Land Only portion of the vacation with the shortest duration. 7. Refer to our website or call AAT Kings for a comprehensive list of which discounts can be combined. 14
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Food and wine
You’re Invited Dining Experiences Welcome Receptions & Farewell dinners On selected First Choice vacations, we offer On the fi rst night of your guided exclusive ‘You’re Invited’ dining experiences. vacation, join us for a Welcome Be welcomed into homes, wineries, Reception. Meet your Tour sanctuaries and farms. Enjoy your hosts’ Director and fellow travellers stories, hospitality and sample delicious from all over the world. At the food prepared just for you. Look for this end of most vacations, you’ll get symbol on itinerary pages. For example together one more time with in Alice Springs you could visit the Falzon your new friends for a Farewell family Quandong Homestead. Experience Dinner. This could be a sunset cruise on Darwin Harbour or a superb their sustainable lifestyle and enjoy a desert meal at Mures seafood restaurant in Hobart. On selected New Zealand barbeque, accompanied by brothers Tom and Vacations you’ll also enjoy a Breakfast of Choice, where it’s your choice Danny playing the didgeridoo and guitar. of a full buffet breakfast or ordering from the à-la-carte menu. 15 Guided Vacations
Our famous fully-guided touring experiences
If you’re ready to set off on an unmatched adventure, an AAT Kings Guided Vacations is the best way to discover Australia in all its glory. Our experienced and fun loving Tour Directors and Driver Guides will share their detailed knowledge and local insights to make sure you experience each destination to the fullest and have an incredible time along the way.
We offer Guided Vacations through Western Australia and the Kimberley, Tasmania, Southern Australia and Queensland as well as the Red Centre and the Top End in the Northern Territory. If Tasmania, Queensland or New Zealand is your destination, you can choose from two travel styles including First Choice or Best Buys. 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.
Learn more about AAT Kings Guided Vacations at aatkings.com/guidedvacations 16 Highlights of Australia & New Zealand
Uluru (Ayers Rock)
you a sing-a-long accompanied by Day 9: Cairns ‘Day at Leisure’ Itinerary the didgeridoo and guitar. Enjoy a full day at leisure in Cairns. Hotel: Chifl ey Alice Springs Resort, You may like to join an optional tour Highlights Day 1: Welcome to Melbourne Alice Springs. B YD to Kuranda. Board the train for a On arrival at Melbourne Airport historic journey through the scenic Discover Uluru (Ayers Rock) you'll be transferred to your hotel. Day 5: Alice Springs – Ayers Rock countryside behind Cairns. Return Enjoy a Welcome Reception and Travel through rugged outback by the Skyrail Cableway that takes Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) dinner on board the Colonial Tramcar scenery to Ayers Rock Resort. Enjoy you above the canopy of the tropical Restaurant with your Tour Director complimentary wine and canapés rainforest. B Cruise the Great Barrier Reef and travelling companions. while watching sunset at Uluru Sydney Opera House Tour Hotel: Crowne Plaza, Melbourne, (Ayers Rock). Day 10: Cairns – Sydney 3 nights. D Hotel: Desert Gardens Hotel, Spend time at the Cairns Wildlife Ayers Rock Resort, 2 nights. B Dome where you’ll encounter unique Cruise on Sydney Harbour Day 2: Melbourne Sights Australian animals. You will be See the city sights this morning, Day 6: Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) transferred to Cairns Airport for your Tour the Waitomo Caves including Melbourne’s eclectic little Rise early to view Uluru at sunrise. fl ight to Sydney. laneways, arcades and café society, Tour the caves at the base and TranzAlpine Train Journey Hotel: Four Points by Sheraton Darling on your private walking tour. B hear stories of the Dreamtime. This Harbour, Sydney, 3 nights. B afternoon travel through the desert View Franz Josef Glacier Day 3: Melbourne ‘Day at Leisure’ plains to Kata Tjuta (the Olgas). Enjoy Day 11: Sydney Sights Enjoy a day at leisure in cosmopolitan Cruise on Milford Sound sunset here with complimentary This morning see the sights of Melbourne. You may like to join an sparkling wine and nibbles. B Sydney. Tour the Sydney Opera House optional tour to the wineries in the Maori cultural experience with a local guide. See the Royal Yarra Valley or tour along the famous Day 7: Uluru (Ayers Rock) – Cairns Botanic Gardens, Mrs. Macquarie’s Great Ocean Road to see the stone This morning interact with local ‘You’re Invited’ experience Chair and Kings Cross. Your next monoliths of the Twelve Apostles. B Aboriginal artists at a fun destination is Bondi Beach, where you introduction to Western Desert Day 4: Melbourne – Alice Springs can wander along the shoreline and Art. Your host will introduce you to You will be transferred to Melbourne dip your toes in the cool clear ocean. Anangu culture and show how this is Airport for your early morning fl ight Then return to the city for a cruise on expressed in their artwork. Complete to Alice Springs. On arrival visit the Sydney Harbour. Later, you’ll have the your own painting to take home as a Royal Flying Doctor Service and learn opportunity to learn about Australia’s memento of your experience. Later how this marvellous facility operates national gemstone – the opal. B you will be transferred to Ayers Rock to provide a ‘mantle of safety’ to the Airport for your fl ight to Cairns. Day 12: Sydney ‘Day at Leisure’ people of the outback. Next stop is Hotel: Hilton Hotel, Cairns, 3 nights. B A full day to explore Sydney, your way. the School of the Air, which provides Join your Tour Director and fellow an educational facility for children Day 8: Great Barrier Reef travellers this evening for a Sydney living in remote areas. Then visit the Cruise on a high-speed catamaran Farewell Dinner. B FD historic Telegraph Station. You’re to the Great Barrier Reef. View the invited this evening to experience colourful coral and tropical fi sh Day 13: Sydney – Auckland the Aussie outback at the Earth from a semi-submersible vessel. You will be transferred to Sydney Sanctuary World Nature Centre. Snorkelling gear is included (extra Airport for your fl ight to Auckland Enjoy a barbecue dinner and hear charge for scuba). Enjoy a reef and transferred to your hotel. from Tom and Danny Falzon about education presentation on this living Meet your new Tour Director the sustainable lifestyle they have wonder and a tropical buffet lunch for dinner at The Langham. Your established. They may even lead on on board the pontoon. B L personal degustation is prepared Milford Sound 17 Guided 22 days Vacations
22 days from Inclusions Dining usD Experienced Tour Director Full Buffet Breakfasts (21) B 7075 and Driver Guide Lunches (2) L CAD 7295 You’re Invited Lunch (1) Quality accommodation YL Per Person Twin Share You’re Invited Dinners (2) YD Travel by luxury coach Hotel Dinners (3) D Melbourne to Christchurch Farewell Dinners (2) FD Code: IMZB
2014 2015 continued CAIRNS 3 Start End Start End Apr 06 Apr 27 Feb 08 Mar 01 Great Barrier Apr 20 May 11 Feb 15 Mar 08 Reef Cruise Jun 08 Jun 29 Mar 01 Mar 22 Jul 06 Jul 27 Mar 08 Mar 29 Aug 24 Sep 14 Mar 15 Apr 05 Sep 21 Oct 12 Apr 05 Apr 26 Oct 05 Oct 26 Apr 19 May 10 Oct 19 Nov 09 Jun 07 Jun 28 AYERS ROCK 1 ALICE SPRINGS Nov 09 Nov 30 Jul 05 Jul 26 Nov 16 Dec 07 Aug 23 Sep 13 RESORT 2 Nov 30 Dec 21 Sep 20 Oct 11 Dec 21 Jan 11 Oct 04 Oct 25 Oct 18 Nov 08 AUSTRALIA 2015 Nov 08 Nov 29 2 AUCKLAND Jan 04 Jan 25 Nov 15 Dec 06 1 2 3 Night Stopovers Jan 11 Feb 01 Nov 29 Dec 20 Airfares are not included in holiday price Jan 18 Feb 08 Dec 20 Jan 10 Feb 01 Feb 22 Waitomo Caves 1 ROTORUA Highlighted dates indicate Defi nite Departures. Visit aatkings.com for additional Defi nite Departure dates. NEW ZEALAND
Arthur’s SYDNEY 3 Pass Prices | Land content only Hokitika TranzAlpine Train 22 days Melbourne USD Twin CAD Twin FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER 1 1 Mt. 1 CHRISTCHURCH to Christchurch Per Person Per Person Cook Code: IMZB Milford Sound MELBOURNE 3 01 Apr 14 – 31 May 14 7250 7495 QUEENSTOWN 01 Jun 14 – 30 Jun 14 7075 7295 3 01 Jul 14 – 30 Sep 14 7225 7475 01 Oct 14 – 30 Nov 14 7675 7925 TranzAlpine Train Map not to scale 01 Dec 14 – 20 Dec 14 7495 7750 21 Dec 14 – 02 Jan 15 8430 8725 03 Jan 15 – 31 Mar 15 7495 7750 01 Apr 15 – 31 May 15 7475 7750 for you from the freshest, quality Day 17: Christchurch – Franz Josef wonder, with Mitre Peak and Bowen 01 Jun 15 – 30 Jun 15 7295 7575 ingredients, including mouth- Board the famous TranzAlpine train Falls high above you. B L 01 Jul 15 – 30 Sep 15 7475 7750 watering seafood and delicious and travel over the Southern Alps 01 Oct 15 – 30 Nov 15 7895 8175 Day 20: Queenstown ‘Day at Leisure’ 01 Dec 15 – 20 Dec 15 7725 7995 desserts. to Arthur’s Pass. At Hokitika visit a Enjoy a full day at leisure in Hotel: The Langham, Auckland, local greenstone (jade) factory then Single Supplement Option Queenstown. Take it easy with a wine 2 nights. B D follow the coastal road to Franz 01 Apr 14 – 31 May 14 2515 2600 or garden tour, or walk on the wild 01 Jun 14 – 30 Jun 14 2460 2545 Josef Glacier, where you may take Day 14: Auckland Sights side with a jet boat ride. B 01 Jul 14 – 30 Sep 14 2510 2595 an optional scenic fl ight (weather 01 Oct 14 – 30 Nov 14 2580 2670 A morning cruise on Waitemata 01 Dec 14 – 20 Dec 14 2530 2620 permitting). Day 21: Queenstown – Christchurch Harbour is followed by a city 21 Dec 14 – 02 Jan 15 3465 3595 Hotel: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier, Travel past Mount Cook National 03 Jan 15 – 31 Mar 15 2530 2620 sightseeing tour. B Franz Josef Glacier. B D Park. Stop at Lake Tekapo and visit 01 Apr 15 – 31 May 15 2515 2600 01 Jun 15 – 30 Jun 15 2460 2545 Day 15: Auckland – Rotorua the Church of the Good Shepherd. Day 18: Franz Josef – Queenstown 01 Jul 15 – 30 Sep 15 2510 2595 Travel into the Waikato region to visit You're invited to lunch at Morelea 01 Oct 15 – 30 Nov 15 2580 2670 Enjoy the tastes of delicious stone the Waitomo Glow Worm Grotto Farm, a typical working sheep farm, 01 Dec 15 – 20 Dec 15 2530 2620 fruit at Cromwell, the stone fruit for a guided boat tour. Continue to discover an authentic taste of capital. Next visit the historic to Rotorua and visit Te Puia with country life. This afternoon continue Flight Information gold mining village of Arrowtown Any fl ights referred to in the itinerary are at the client’s a local guide. You’re invited to to Christchurch. Celebrate your expense and are not included in the land content price. before arriving in adventure-capital a traditional Maori Hangi dinner vacation this evening at a Farewell Day 1 Flights to arrive prior to 3.00pm into Melbourne Queenstown. Day 4 Flights to arrive prior to Midday into Alice Springs accompanied by local wine, and Dinner with your Tour Director. from Melbourne Hotel: Millennium Hotel, Queenstown, concert at the Tamaki Family Marae. Hotel: Novotel, Christchurch. B YL FD Day 7 Flights to depart after midday from Ayers Rock 3 nights. B into Cairns Hotel: Millennium Hotel, Rotorua. B YD Day 22: Farewell from Christchurch Day 10 Flights to depart after Midday from Cairns into Day 19: Milford Sound Sydney Day 16: Rotorua – Christchurch Your vacation concludes this morning Super highlight day! Discover the Day 13 Flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm into Auckland Today you’ll fl y to Christchurch. On after breakfast. You’ll be transferred from Sydney stunning scenery of Fiordland. Drive Day 16 Flights to depart after Midday from Rotorua to arrival board your coach for a tour to to Christchurch Airport for your through the Homer Tunnel and stop Christchurch see how the city is slowly being rebuilt o n w a r d fl i g hB .t Day 22 Flights anytime from Christchurch briefl y at the Chasm en route to as a consequence of the devastating Milford Sound. Enjoy a cruise with earthquake of February 2011. lunch on the waters of this natural Hotel: Novotel, Christchurch. B Early Payment Savings If you get the chance, be sure to try Save up to some warm goats cheese with some Gibbston valley pinot noir, yum … usD 1152 CAD 1188 Juliano Driver Guide per couple per couple when you pay in full on or before 27 January 2014 Optional Experience: Queenstown Wine Trail More ways to save The Queenstown Wine Trail offers a fun, personalised and friendly Young traveller Save usd770 | cad795 sightseeing wine tour of vineyards and wineries in New Zealand’s Triple share Save usd385 | cad395 premier wine regions – Queenstown & Central Otago. Taste a variety Kings Club Save up to usd384 | cad396 of wines at four Queenstown wineries, sample local cheeses, enjoy a Discounts are per person off the above prices. For more winery lunch at Gibbston Valley Winery and experience spectacular details see page 13. Note: Itinerary, departure dates & scenery. Ask your Tour Director for details. prices may change from 01/10/14. 18 Contrasts of Australia & New Zealand
Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown
Agrodome Sheep Show for a taste of Day 8: Queenstown ‘Day at Leisure’ Itinerary farm life. You’ll then be transferred A full day to explore Queenstown at to the airport for your fl ight to your leisure. Go wild with a jet boat Highlights Day 1: Welcome to Auckland Christchurch. ride or white water rafting or take it On arrival in Auckland you will Hotel: Novotel, Christchurch. B easy on a wine or garden tour. B Sights of Auckland be transferred to your hotel. This evening meet you Tour Director for Day 5: Christchurch – Franz Josef Day 9: Queenstown – Christchurch Thermal Reserve Rotorua a Welcome Reception and dinner Board the TranzAlpine train for your You’ll be awestruck by the at The Langham. Your personal journey over the Southern Alps to sensational alpine landscape of Waitomo Glow Worm Grotto degustation is prepared for you from Arthur’s Pass. At Hokitika you’ll visit Mt. Cook National Park. You may TranzAlpine Train journey the freshest, quality ingredients, a New Zealand greenstone (jade) wish to take an optional scenic fl ight including mouth-watering seafood factory. Travel along the coastal road over Mt. Cook (weather permitting). See Franz Josef Glacier and delicious desserts. to Franz Josef Glacier for a short walk Later in the day continue on to see Hotel: The Langham, Auckland, to view the glacier and perhaps take Lakes Pukaki and Tekapo, where Cruise on Milford Sound 2 nights. HD an optional scenic fl ight (weather you stop to view the Church of the permitting). Good Shepherd. You are invited Day 2: Auckland Sights See the sights of Melbourne Hotel: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier, to Morelea Farm, where you are A morning cruise on Waitemata Franz Josef. B D welcomed into the home of your Harbour is followed by a sightseeing Great Barrier Reef cruise hosts Angie and Stan Taylor to enjoy tour including Bastion Point, the War Day 6: Franz Josef – Queenstown lunch in their 240 hectare garden. Cruise on Sydney Harbour Memorial and Viaduct Harbour. Later Enjoy a coastal drive with views Travel over the colourful Canterbury spend some free time exploring on of the Tasman Sea. Climb over the Plains to Christchurch. Aboriginal your own or relaxing at your hotel. B Haast Pass winding through Mount Hotel: Novotel, Christchurch. B YL D cultural experience Aspiring National Park. Then your Day 3: Auckland – Rotorua journey takes you past Lakes Wanaka Day 10: Christchurch – Melbourne Travel into the Waikato region to Maori cultural experience and Hawea and heads along the This morning you will board your visit the incredible Waitomo Glow Kawarau River through the Kawarau fl ight to Melbourne, Australia. Worm Grotto for a boat tour with a ‘You’re Invited’ experience Gorge. Finally you will visit the Hotel: Crowne Plaza, Melbourne, local guide and a walk through the historic village of Arrowtown on the 2 nights. B limestone caves. Continue Arrow River, previously one of the to Rotorua where you’ll visit Day 11: Melbourne Sights world’s richest rivers, before arriving Te Puia Thermal Reserve and be See the sights of the city this in Queenstown. accompanied by a local guide morning, including Melbourne’s Hotel: Millennium Hotel, Queenstown, to view New Zealand’s biggest eclectic little laneways, arcades 3 nights. B geyser, bubbling mud pools and and café society, on your private thermal springs. You’re invited Day 7: Milford Sound walking tour. The rest of the day is at to a traditional Maori Hangi dinner Journey over the Devil’s Staircase leisure. B accompanied by local wine, and along the shore of Lake Wakatipu Day 12: Melbourne – Cairns concert at the Tamaki Family Marae. to Te Anau. You’ll drive through You will be transferred to the airport Hotel: Millennium Hotel, Rotorua. B YD the Homer Tunnel before reaching to board your fl ight to Cairns. On Milford Sound. Enjoy lunch and a Day 4: Rotorua – Christchurch arrival visit the Tjapukai Aboriginal cruise with Mitre Peak and Bowen Explore Rainbow Springs Nature Cultural Park, a celebration of the Falls high above you. Later, return to Park with a local guide. You may living history of the Indigenous Queenstown for the evening. B L even spot a kiwi! Next stop is the people of the rainforest. Join an
Snorkelling, Great Barrier Reef 19 Guided 17 day s Vacations
17 days from Inclusions Dining usD Experienced Tour Director Full Buffet Breakfasts (16) B Highlight Dinner (1) HD 5250 and Driver Guide Lunches (2) L Hotel Dinners (2) D CAD 5425 Quality accommodation You’re Invited Lunches (2) YL Farewell Dinner (1) FD Per Person Twin Share Travel by luxury coach You’re Invited Dinner (1) YD Auckland to Sydney Code: QCANA
2014 2015 continued Start End Start End 2 Great Barrier Apr 04 Apr 20 Feb 13 Mar 01 CAIRNS Reef Cruise Apr 18 May 04 Feb 20 Mar 08 May 02 May 18 Feb 27 Mar 15 May 30 Jun 15 Mar 06 Mar 22 Jun 20 Jul 06 Mar 13 Mar 29 Jul 18 Aug 03 Mar 20 Apr 05 Aug 29 Sep 14 Mar 27 Apr 12 Sep 05 Sep 21 Apr 03 Apr 19 Sep 19 Oct 05 Apr 17 May 03 Oct 03 Oct 19 May 01 May 17 AUCKLAND 2 Oct 17 Nov 02 May 29 Jun 14 Oct 31 Nov 16 Jun 19 Jul 05 AUSTRALIA Nov 21 Dec 07 Jul 17 Aug 02 Waitomo Caves 1 Nov 28 Dec 14 Aug 28 Sep 13 1 2 3 Night Stopovers ROTORUA Dec 05 Dec 21 Sep 04 Sep 20 Airfares are not included in holiday price Dec 12 Dec 28 Sep 18 Oct 04 Dec 19 Jan 04 Oct 02 Oct 18 Map not to scale Dec 26 Jan 11 Oct 16 Nov 01 Oct 30 Nov 15 2015 Nov 20 Dec 06 Jan 02 Jan 18 Nov 27 Dec 13 NEW ZEALAND Jan 09 Jan 25 Dec 04 Dec 20 Arthur’s Jan 16 Feb 01 Dec 11 Dec 27 Hokitika Pass Jan 23 Feb 08 Dec 18 Jan 03 Jan 30 Feb 15 Dec 25 Jan 10 SYDNEY 3 FRANZ JOSEF TranzAlpine Train Feb 06 Feb 22 1 GLACIER 1 1 CHRISTCHURCH Mt. Milford Sound Cook Highlighted dates indicate Defi nite Departures. Visit 3 QUEENSTOWN aatkings.com for additional Defi nite Departure dates. MELBOURNE 2 Prices | Land content only
Great Barrier Reef 17 days Auckland to USD Twin CAD Twin Sydney Code: QCANA Per Person Per Person 01 Apr 14 – 31 May 14 5425 5625 01 Jun 14 – 30 Sep 14 5250 5425 Aboriginal staff member for a fun is free for you to relax or explore. opal. Later, why not visit the historic 01 Oct 14 – 27 Dec 14 5695 5875 introduction to Indigenous art Hotel: Four Points by Sheraton, Rocks district at Circular Quay, which 28 Dec 14 – 03 Jan 15 6325 6525 and see how Aboriginal culture is Darling Harbour, Sydney, 3 nights. B dates back to the time of the early 04 Jan 15 – 31 Mar 15 5695 5875 01 Apr 15 – 31 May 15 5575 5775 expressed in their artwork. Complete settlers. B YL Day 15: Sydney Sights 01 Jun 15 – 30 Sep 15 5395 5595 your own boomerang dot painting, 01 Oct 15 – 25 Dec 15 5815 6025 This morning see the sights of Day 16: Sydney ‘Day at Leisure’ which you can take home as a Sydney. Tour the Sydney Opera Explore the beautiful harbour city Single Supplement Option memento of your experience. House with a local guide. See of Sydney further. Make the most of 01 Apr 14 – 31 May 14 1950 2015 Hotel: Hilton Hotel, Cairns, 2 nights. B 01 Jun 14 – 30 Sep 14 1895 1960 the Royal Botanic Gardens, Mrs. your day and take an optional trip to 01 Oct 14 – 27 Dec 14 1965 2035 Day 13: Great Barrier Reef Macquarie’s Chair and Kings Cross. the Blue Mountains (own expense). 28 Dec 14 – 03 Jan 15 2590 2685 Board a high speed catamaran and Visit famous Bondi Beach for an Gather together this evening to 04 Jan 15 – 31 Mar 15 1965 2035 01 Apr 15 – 31 May 15 1950 2015 cruise out to the Great Barrier Reef. iconic Australian experience. You’ll celebrate your vacation at a Farewell 01 Jun 15 – 30 Sep 15 1895 1960 See coral and tropical fi sh from be greeted by a local surf lifesaver Dinner with your Tour Director and 01 Oct 15 – 25 Dec 15 1965 2035 the underwater observatory and before you're invited to lunch at new-found friends. B FD semi-submersible craft. There is the an Aussie institution, the Returned Flight Information Day 17: Farewell from Sydney Any fl ights referred to in the itinerary are at the client’s opportunity to go snorkelling and Servicemen’s Club (RSL), with its expense and are not included in the land content price. Your vacation concludes this morning view this natural living wonder up views over the Pacifi c Ocean. Your Day 1 Flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm into Auckland after breakfast. You'll be transferred Day 4 Flights to depart after Midday from Rotorua close (equipment provided). Enjoy host will take you on an exclusive to Sydney Airport for your onward into Christchurch a buffet lunch before returning to tour through Australia’s oldest surf Day 10 Flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm into Melbourne fl i g h tB . from Christchurch Cairns. B L lifesaving club so you can learn a Day 12 Flights to arrive prior to Midday into Cairns little about the history of Bondi and from Melbourne Day 14: Cairns – Sydney surf lifesaving. When you return to Day 14 Flights to depart after Midday from Cairns This morning encounter unique into Sydney the city you’ll cruise on the glistening Day 17 Fights anytime from Sydney Australian animals at the Cairns water of Sydney Harbour and then Wildlife Dome. You will then be have the opportunity to discover transferred to the airport for your Australia’s national gemstone – the fl ight to Sydney. The rest of the day Early Payment Savings Save up to per franz Josef is the world’s steepest and usD 854 couple per fastest fl owing glacier. A rugged gradient CAD 882 couple ensures the most dramatic glacier when you pay in full on or before 27 January 2014 scenery anywhere in the world. Kevin Tour Director Optional Experience: More ways to save Glacier Scenic Flight Franz Josef Young traveller Save usd570 | cad590 Triple share Save usd285 | cad295 Discover the expanse of the Franz Josef and Fox snowfi elds on this 40 Kings Club Save up to usd285 | cad294
minute scenic helicopter fl ight. Cross the main divide for breathtaking Discounts are per person off the above prices. For more views of Mt Cook, New Zealand’s highest peak. Highlights include a snow details see page 13. Note: Itinerary, departure dates & landing, Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers. Ask your Tour Director for details. prices may change from 01/10/14. 20 Australia & New Zealand Panorama
The Kiwi – Rainbow Springs Nature Park
visit the Agrodome Sheep Show, the Day 7: Melbourne Sights Itinerary multi-award-winning stage show, Enjoy a morning city sightseeing for a taste of farm life. B tour with your Tour Director Highlights Day 1: Welcome to Auckland including a private walk through On arrival in Auckland you will be Day 4: Rotorua – Queenstown Melbourne’s famous hidden Waitomo Glow Worm Grotto transferred to your hotel. See the This morning you will be transferred laneways. You’ll discover the city’s sights of Auckland on a city tour. to the airport for your fi ght to eclectic little lanes, arcades, café Rotorua Thermal Reserve This evening meet your Tour Director Queenstown. On arrival explore society and fascinating shops. The for a Welcome Reception and dinner the historic gold mining village of remainder of the day is at leisure Rainbow Springs Nature Park at The Langham. Your personal Arrowtown on the Arrow River, so you may consider an optional degustation is prepared for you from before an orientation tour of Agrodome Sheep Show experience to the Penguin Parade on the freshest, quality ingredients, Queenstown and surrounds. See Phillip Island. B Sights of Melbourne including mouth-watering seafood Lake Wakatipu, the Remarkables and delicious desserts. Mountain Range and the home of Day 8: Melbourne – Cairns Great Barrier Reef Cruise Hotel: The Langham, Auckland. HD the Bungy Jump at Kawarau Bridge. This morning you will be transferred Hotel: Millennium Hotel, Queenstown, to Melbourne Airport for your Day 2: Auckland – Rotorua Sydney Opera House 2 nights. B fi ght to Cairns, Queensland. On Travel to the Waitomo Caves to see arrival visit the Tjapukai Aboriginal the incredible Glow Worm Grotto Day 5: Queenstown ‘Day at Leisure’ Visit Bondi Beach Cultural Park, a celebration of the on a boat tour with a local guide. A free day to do as you choose. living history of the Indigenous Sydney Harbour Cruise This evening you’re invited Why not take a day trip to mystical people of the rainforest. Discover to experience the traditional world Milford Sound? You will travel along the medicinal values of bush tucker Aboriginal of Maori in a 200 year old Tawa the shores of Lake Wakatipu to Te and enjoy professional theatre cultural experience setting. Share the Powhiri, an Anau and its lake then through incorporating traditional Aboriginal ancient ceremony of welcome. Enter the rainforest of World Heritage dance, fi re making and storytelling. Maori cultural experience the Meeting House and witness a Fiordland National Park, sighting Join an Indigenous staff member powerful and entertaining cultural glaciers and mountain ranges. for a fun introduction to Aboriginal ‘You’re Invited’ experience performance. This is followed by a Travel through the hand-hewn art and see how Aboriginal culture Maori Hangi dinner accompanied Homer Tunnel to abundant photo is expressed in their artwork. by local wine, and a concert at the opportunities afforded by the Mirror Complete your own boomerang dot Tamaki Family Marae. Lake, Pop’s Lookout, Cleddau Valley painting, which you can take home Hotel: Millennium Hotel, Rotorua, and the Chasm, en route to Milford as a souvenir of your experience. 2 nights. B YD Sound to board your cruise for an Hotel: Hilton Hotel, Cairns, 2 nights. B unforgettable experience. B Day 3: Rotorua Sights Day 9: Great Barrier Reef A Maori local guide will Day 6: Queenstown – Melbourne Board a high speed catamaran and accompany you around the You’ll be transferred to Queenstown cruise out to the Great Barrier Reef. Whakarewarewa Living Thermal Airport to board your fi ght for Enjoy an informative reef education Village, where you’ll gain an Melbourne, Australia. On arrival you presentation with a local expert. See insight into Maori culture. See New are transferred to the hotel. This a myriad of coral and tropical fi sh Zealand’s biggest geyser, bubbling rest of the day is free to explore this from the underwater observatory mud pools and thermal springs. Your cosmopolitan city, before meeting and the semi-submersible craft. next stop is Rainbow Springs Nature your Tour Director. There is the opportunity to go Park fora tour with a local expert. Hotel: Crowne Plaza, Melbourne, snorkelling and view this natural You may even spot a kiwi! Then 2 nights. B Federation Square, Melbourne 21 Guided 13 days Vacations
13 days from Inclusions Dining usD Experienced Tour Director Full Buffet Breakfasts (12) B Highlight Dinner (1) HD 3950 and Driver Guide Lunch (1) L Hotel Dinner (1) D CAD 4075 Quality accommodation You’re Invited Lunch (1) YL Farewell Dinner (1) FD Per Person Twin Share Travel by luxury coach You’re Invited Dinner (1) YD Auckland to Sydney Code: QPACA
Great Barrier 2014 2015 continued Start End Start End Reef Cruise Apr 08 Apr 20 Feb 17 Mar 01 2 May 06 May 18 Mar 03 Mar 15 Jun 03 Jun 15 Mar 17 Mar 29 CAIRNS Jul 22 Aug 03 Mar 24 Apr 05 Sep 09 Sep 21 Apr 07 Apr 19 Oct 07 Oct 19 May 05 May 17 Oct 21 Nov 02 Jun 02 Jun 14 Nov 04 Nov 16 Jul 21 Aug 02 Dec 16 Dec 28 Sep 08 Sep 20 Oct 06 Oct 18 2015 Nov 03 Nov 15 Jan 06 Jan 18 Dec 15 Dec 27 Feb 03 Feb 15 AUSTRALIA Highlighted dates indicate Defi nite Departures. Visit 1 2 3 Night Stopovers AUCKLAND 1 aatkings.com for additional Defi nite Departure dates. Airfares are not included in holiday price NEW ZEALAND 2 ROTORUA Prices | Land content only
13 days Auckland to USD Twin CAD Twin Sydney Code: QPACA Per Person Per Person SYDNEY 3 01 Apr 14 – 31 May 14 4025 4135 01 Jun 14 – 30 Sep 14 3950 4075 01 Oct 14 – 31 Mar 15 4150 4275 01 Apr 15 – 31 May 15 4125 4275 01 Jun 15 – 30 Sep 15 4050 4215 MELBOURNE 2 QUEENSTOWN 01 Oct 15 – 15 Dec 15 4225 4395 2 Single Supplement Option Bondi Beach NOT TO SCALE 01 Apr 14 – 31 May 14 1400 1450 01 Jun 14 – 30 Sep 14 1385 1435 01 Oct 14 – 31 Mar 15 1410 1460 01 Apr 15 – 31 May 15 1400 1450 living wonder up close (equipment You’re invited to lunch at an Why not take an optional tour to 01 Jun 15 – 30 Sep 15 1385 1435 provided). Enjoy a tropical buffet Aussie institution, the Returned the famous Blue Mountains and see 01 Oct 15 – 15 Dec 15 1410 1460 lunch before you return to Cairns. B L Servicemen’s Club, with its views some of Australia’s native wildlife over the sparkling Pacifi c Ocean. at Featherdale Wildlife Park. Or you Flight Information Day 10: Cairns – Sydney Any fl ights referred to in the itinerary are at the client’s Your host, a local surf lifesaver, could visit the Hunter Valley, New expense and are not included in the land content price. Visit the Cairns Wildlife Dome will take you on an exclusive tour South Wales’ premier wine-growing Day 1 Flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm into Auckland to encounter crocodiles, koalas, Day 4 Flights to depart prior to Midday from Rotorua through Australia’s oldest surf region. Gather together this evening wallabies, possums and other unique into Queenstown lifesaving club to learn about the with your Tour Director and new- Day 6 Flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm into Melbourne Australian animals. Later, you’ll be from Queenstown history of Bondi and surf lifesaving. found friends for a Farewell Dinner transferred to Cairns Airport for your Day 8 Flights to arrive prior to Midday into Cairns Return to the city for a cruise on at a local restaurant by the water. from Melbourne fl ight to Sydney. The remainder of the beautiful harbour. Then you will B FD Day 10 Flights to depart after Midday from Cairns the day is at leisure. Perhaps take into Sydney have the opportunity to learn about Day 13 Flights anytime from Sydney a stroll through Darling Harbour Day 13: Farewell from Sydney Australia’s national gemstone – the or wander down to the historic It’s time to bid you farewell as we opal. B YL Rocks district at Circular Quay for a transfer you to Sydney Airport for panoramic view of the Sydney Opera Day 12: Sydney ‘Day at Leisure’ your onward fl ight. B Early Payment Savings House and Harbour Bridge. Spend a free day in this exciting city. Hotel: Four Points by Sheraton Darling Harbour, Sydney, 3 nights. B Save up to Day 11: Sydney Sights per This morning enjoy a tour of the usD 622 couple Sydney Opera House with a local per CAD couple guide. Later, board your coach to 642 see the Royal Botanic Gardens and when you pay in full on or before 27 January 2014 visit Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair. Your destination is famous Bondi Beach for an iconic Australian experience. More ways to save Young traveller Save usd415 | cad430 Triple share Save usd210 | cad215 Keep a look out for wildlife including Kings Club Save up to usd208 | cad214 seals basking on the rocks and dolphins. Discounts are per person off the above prices. For more details see page 13. Note: Itinerary, departure dates & prices may change from 01/10/14. Lu Tour Director
Optional Experience: Milford Sound Cruise
Travel to Milford Sound in a glass-roofed coach so you won’t miss views of the mountains, glaciers and rainforest. On your scenic cruise you’ll see the geological drama of sheer cliffs and massive waterfalls. Ask your Tour Director for details. 22 Australian Highlights
Sydney Opera House Tour
CAIRNS 3 Highlights
AYERS ROCK ALICE SPRINGS 1 Melbourne City Sights RESORT 2 See the sights of Alice Springs Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) Uluru (Ayers Rock) Historic Telegraph Station Sunrise & Sunset at Uluru 1 2 3 Night Stopovers Airfares are not included in holiday price Walk through Walpa Gorge
Colonial Tramcar Restaurant Visit Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) Great Barrier Reef cruise SYDNEY 3 Relax in tropical Cairns See Sydney Harbour Bridge MELBOURNE 3 Tour Sydney Opera House Cruise on Sydney Harbour ‘You’re Invited’ experience
Great Barrier Reef Uluru (Ayers Rock) Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) 23 Guided 13 days Vacations
13 days from Inclusions Dining usD Experienced Tour Director Full Buffet Breakfasts (12) B 4295 and Driver Guide Lunch (1) L CAD 4450 Quality accommodation You’re Invited Dinner (1) YD Per Person Twin Share Travel by luxury coach Hotel Dinner (1) D Melbourne to Sydney Farewell Dinner (1) FD Code: IMSE
2014 2015 continued Start End Start End Day 5: Alice Springs – Ayers Rock Apr 06 Apr 18 Feb 01 Feb 13 canopy of the rainforest or try hot Apr 20 May 02 Feb 08 Feb 20 Itinerary Travel through the West MacDonnell air ballooning over the Atherton Jun 08 Jun 20 Feb 15 Feb 27 Jul 06 Jul 18 Mar 01 Mar 13 and James Ranges and pause to Tablelands. B Aug 24 Sep 05 Mar 08 Mar 20 Day 1: Welcome to Melbourne view majestic Atila (Mt. Conner) Sep 21 Oct 03 Mar 15 Mar 27 On arrival at Melbourne Airport Day 10: Cairns – Sydney Oct 05 Oct 17 Apr 05 Apr 17 often mistaken for Uluru, before Oct 19 Oct 31 Apr 19 May 01 you will be transferred to your hotel. This morning encounter unique Nov 09 Nov 21 Jun 07 Jun 19 arriving at Ayers Rock Resort. This Nov 16 Nov 28 Jul 05 Jul 17 This evening join your Tour Director Australian animals at the Cairns Nov 30 Dec 12 Aug 23 Sep 04 afternoon is free for you to enjoy the Dec 21 Jan 02 Sep 20 Oct 02 and fellow travelling companions Wildlife Dome. Later, you will be resort’s facilities. Later, travel to the Oct 04 Oct 16 on board the Colonial Tramcar transferred to Cairns Airport for your 2015 Oct 18 Oct 30 Uluru sunset viewing area. Witness Nov 08 Nov 20 Restaurant for a Welcome Reception fl ight to Sydney. On arrival in Sydney Jan 04 Jan 16 Nov 15 Nov 27 and photograph the striking colour Jan 11 Jan 23 Nov 29 Dec 11 and dinner. As your Tramcar cruises you will be transferred to your hotel. Jan 18 Jan 30 Dec 20 Jan 01 changes of Uluru at sunset while the city streets of Melbourne, you’ll This evening is free for you to explore enjoying complimentary sparkling Highlighted dates indicate Defi nite Departures. Visit enjoy the seasonal menu and quality this exciting city. Perhaps take a stroll aatkings.com for additional Defi nite Departure dates. wine and canapés. Australian wines. down to Circular Quay to view the Hotel: Desert Gardens Hotel, Hotel: Crowne Plaza, Melbourne, panorama of the sparkling harbour Ayers Rock Resort, 2 nights. B Prices | Land content only 3 nights. D surrounded by the Opera House and Day 6: Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) Harbour Bridge. Day 2: Melbourne Sights 13 days Melbourne USD Twin CAD Twin Rise early to view Uluru (Ayers Hotel: Four Points by Sheraton Darling to Sydney Code: IMSE Per Person Per Person See the city sights this morning, 01 Apr 14 – 30 Jun 14 4295 4450 Rock) at sunrise. Watch the fi rst Harbour, Sydney, 3 nights. B including Melbourne’s eclectic little 01 Jul 14 – 30 Nov 14 4450 4625 rays of the sun set alight the Red 01 Dec 14 – 20 Dec 14 4295 4450 laneways, arcades and café society, Day 11: Sydney Sights & Harbour Centre. Tour the caves at the base 21 Dec 14 – 02 Jan 15 5231 5425 on your private walking tour. Spend Cruise 03 Jan 15 – 31 Mar 15 4295 4450 of Uluru and hear stories of the the rest of the day as you wish. B This morning see the sights of 01 Apr 15 – 30 Jun 15 4450 4625 Aboriginal Dreamtime. Later, visit the 01 Jul 15 – 30 Nov 15 4625 4795 Sydney. Tour the Sydney Opera Day 3: Melbourne ‘Day at Leisure’ Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre. 01 Dec 15 – 20 Dec 15 4450 4625 House with a local guide. See Today Melbourne is all yours This afternoon travel through the the Royal Botanic Gardens, Mrs. Single Supplement Option to explore. You’ll have time to desert plains to Kata Tjuta (the Macquarie’s Chair and Kings Cross. 01 Apr 14 – 30 Jun 14 1410 1460 discover some of the secrets of Olgas). The size and grandeur of Your next destination is Bondi Beach, 01 Jul 14 – 30 Nov 14 1460 1515 this exceptional city – a myriad of these 36 massive domes of red 01 Dec 14 – 20 Dec 14 1410 1460 where you can wander along the cafés, galleries, museums, markets, conglomerate rock will amaze you. 21 Dec 14 – 02 Jan 15 2346 2435 shoreline and dip your toes in the 03 Jan 15 – 31 Mar 15 1410 1460 restaurants, laneways and parks Take a walk through Walpa Gorge cool clear ocean. When you return 01 Apr 15 – 30 Jun 15 1410 1460 await you. If you wish to explore following the natural creek bed 01 Jul 15 – 30 Nov 15 1460 1515 to the city you'll cruise the glistening further afi eld you can join a tour between two of the tallest domes. 01 Dec 15 – 20 Dec 15 1410 1460 water of Sydney Harbour and then to the famous Penguin Parade on Celebrate the glorious sunset have the opportunity to discover Flight Information Phillip Island, where you’ll watch the at Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) with Any fl ights referred to in the itinerary are at the client’s Australia’s national gemstone – the nightly ritual as the little penguins complimentary sparkling wine expense and are not included in the land content price. opal. Later, why not visit the historic Day 1 Flights to arrive prior to 3.00pm into Melbourne march up the sand to their nesting and nibbles. B Rocks district at Circular Quay, which Day 4 Flights to arrive prior to Midday into Alice Springs places. Or take the journey along the from Melbourne Day 7: Ayers Rock – Cairns dates back to the time of the early Day 7 Flights to depart after Midday from Ayers Rock Great Ocean Road to see the famous This morning interact with local settlers. B into Cairns Twelve Apostles. Visit the Yarra Day 10 Flights to depart after Midday from Cairns Aboriginal artists at a fun Valley’s wineries, the Dandenongs, Day 12: Sydney ‘Day at Leisure’ into Sydney introduction to Western Desert Day 13 Flights anytime from Sydney Healesville Wildlife Sanctuary and Explore the beautiful harbour city of Art. Your host will introduce you to Puffi ng Billy Steam Train or Sovereign Sydney further today. Make the most Anangu culture and show how this is Hill’s goldmine. Ask your Tour of your day and take an optional expressed in their artwork. Complete Director for details. B trip to the Blue Mountains. Gather your own painting to take home as a Early Payment Savings together this evening to celebrate Day 4: Melbourne – Alice Springs memento of your experience. Later your vacation at a Farewell Dinner You will be transferred to Melbourne you will be transferred to Ayers Rock with your Tour Director and new- Airport for your early morning fl ight Airport for your fl ight to Cairns. Save up to found friends. B FD to Alice Springs. On arrival visit the Hotel: Hilton Hotel, Cairns, 3 nights. B per Royal Flying Doctor Service and learn Day 13: Farewell from Sydney usD 670 couple Day 8: Great Barrier Reef how this marvellous facility operates Your vacation concludes this morning per Cruise on a high-speed catamaran CAD couple to provide a ‘mantle of safety’ to the after breakfast. You'll be transferred 690 to the Great Barrier Reef. View the people of the outback. 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Note: Itinerary, departure dates & hear from Tom and Danny Falzon Day 9: Cairns ‘Day at Leisure’ prices may change from 01/04/15. about the sustainable lifestyle they Today is at leisure in Cairns. Relax have established. They may even lead by the hotel pool or go shopping. on you a sing-a-long accompanied by You may like to join an optional tour the didgeridoo and guitar. to Kuranda including a scenic rail Hotel: Chifl ey Alice Springs Resort, journey on the Kuranda Train and Alice Springs. B YD ride the Skyrail Cableway above the 24 Discover Australia
Walpa Gorge
Great Barrier Reef Cruise
CAIRNS 3 Highlights Sydney Harbour Bridge AYERS ROCK Sydney Opera House RESORT 2 Cruise on Sydney Harbour 1 2 3 Night Stopovers Airfares are not included in holiday price Visit Bondi Beach Sunset at Uluru
Cairns Esplanade Sunrise at Uluru Visit Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) Walk into Walpa Gorge SYDNEY 3 Great Barrier Reef Cruise ‘You’re Invited’ experience
Great Barrier Reef Bondi Beach Uluru (Ayers Rock) 25 Guided 9 days Vacations
9 days from Inclusions Dining usD Experienced Tour Director Full Buffet Breakfasts (8) B 3050 and Driver Guide You’re Invited Lunch (1) YL CAD 3175 Quality accommodation Lunch (1) L Per Person Twin Share Travel by luxury coach Harbour Cruise Dinner (1) D Sydney to Cairns Farewell Dinner (1) FD Code: ASACL
2014 2015 Start End Start End Day 4: Sydney – Uluru (Ayers Rock) Apr 07 Apr 15 Jan 05 Jan 13 living wonder up close (equipment May 05 May 13 Feb 02 Feb 10 Itinerary You will be transferred to Sydney provided). Visit the underwater Jun 02 Jun 10 Mar 09 Mar 17 Jun 30 Jul 08 Apr 06 Apr 14 Airport for your fl ight to Ayers Rock observatory and watch the marine Aug 04 Aug 12 May 04 May 12 Day 1: Welcome to Sydney Resort. Late afternoon travel to the life glide by plus take a ride in the Sep 01 Sep 09 Jun 01 Jun 09 On arrival in Sydney you will be Oct 06 Oct 14 Jun 29 Jul 07 Uluru sunset viewing area. Witness semi-submersible vessel. Enjoy Nov 03 Nov 11 Aug 03 Aug 11 transferred to your hotel. This Dec 01 Dec 09 Aug 31 Sep 08 and photograph the striking colour a tropical buffet lunch before Oct 05 Oct 13 afternoon enjoy a tour of the Sydney Nov 02 Nov 10 changes of Uluru at sunset while returning to Cairns in the late Nov 30 Dec 08 Opera House with a local guide. Early enjoying a complimentary glass of afternoon. This evening visit the this evening it’s time to fi nd your sparkling wine and canapés. Cairns Night Markets for the chance Highlighted dates indicate Defi nite Departures. Visit sea-legs as you board a Captain Cook aatkings.com for additional Defi nite Departure dates. Hotel: Desert Gardens Hotel, to purchase some souvenirs. B L Cruise for your Welcome Reception Ayers Rock Resort, 2 nights. B and dinner with your Tour Director Day 8: Cairns ‘Day at Leisure’ and fellow travelling companions. Day 5: Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) Enjoy a full free day in this tropical Prices | Land content only You’ll pass magnifi cent waterfront Rise early this morning to experience city. Perhaps take a ride on the 9 days Sydney to USD Twin CAD Twin homes, beaches and parklands and sunrise at Uluru (Ayers Rock). Watch famous Kuranda Railway for the Cairns Code: ASACL Per Person Per Person all the main harbour attractions the fi rst rays of dawn set the Red breathtaking journey to the village 01 Apr 14 – 30 Jun 14 3050 3175 including the Sydney Harbour Bridge Centre alight. Travel by coach to of Kuranda with time to stroll 01 Jul 14 – 30 Nov 14 3125 3250 01 Dec 14 – 31 Mar 15 3050 3175 and Opera House. Witness spring the base of Uluru (Ayers Rock). Your through the market. Return to the 01 Apr-15 – 30 Jun 15 3150 3250 twilight, summer evenings, autumn guide will walk with you to the lowlands by the Skyrail Cableway 01 Jul 15 – 30 Nov 15 3195 3325 sunsets or winter city lights while Mutitjulu Waterhole, indicating the above the Barron Gorge National 01 Dec 15 – 31 Dec 15 3150 3250 enjoying a delicious contemporary natural features of the landscape. Park, a beautiful experience. Visit the Single Supplement Option Australian menu. Hear traditional Aboriginal stories award-winning Tjapukai Aboriginal 01 Apr 14 – 30 Jun 14 1010 1045 Hotel: Four Points by Sheraton Darling and gain a unique insight into this Cultural Park. Experience the History, 01 Jul 14 – 30 Nov 14 1050 1095 Harbour, Sydney, 3 nights. D special place. Visit the Uluru - Kata Creation and Dance Theatres where 01 Dec 14 – 31 Mar 15 1010 1045 Tjuta Cultural Centre. This afternoon the legends of the Dreamtime are 01 Apr-15 – 30 Jun 15 1010 1045 Day 2: Sydney Sights 01 Jul 15 – 30 Nov 15 1050 1095 travel to Kata Tjuta (the Olgas), 36 brought to life. Or if nature is your 01 Dec 15 – 31 Dec 15 1010 1045 This morning board your coach to massive domes of red conglomerate thing, you could take a trip to Cape see the Royal Botanic Gardens and rock. The walking trail through the Tribulation. This evening join your visit Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair. Your Flight Information Walpa Gorge follows the natural Tour Director and new-found friends Any fl ights referred to in the itinerary are at the client’s destination is famous Bondi Beach creek bed between two of the tallest for a Farewell Dinner. B FD expense and are not included in the land content price. for an iconic Australian experience. Day 1 Flights to arrive prior to 12 Midday into Sydney domes. Later, enjoy complimentary You’re invited to lunch at an Day 9: Farewell from Cairns Day 4 Flights to arrive prior to 3.00pm into Ayers Rock wine and nibbles as the sun sets at from Sydney Aussie institution, the Returned This morning after breakfast you will Day 6 Flights to depart after Midday from Ayers Rock Kata Tjuta (the Olgas). B Servicemen’s Club, with its views be transferred to Cairns Airport for into Cairns Day 9 Flights anytime from Cairns over the Pacifi c Ocean. Your host, a Day 6: Uluru (Ayers Rock) – Cairns your onward fl ight.B local lifesaver, will take you on an Join a local Aboriginal artist for a fun exclusive tour through Australia’s introduction to Western Desert Art. oldest surf lifesaving club to learn Your Anangu artist will provide you about the history of Bondi and surf with an introduction to their culture. Early Payment Savings lifesaving. When you return to the You’ll be assisted to complete city you’ll have the opportunity your own painting, which you can to discover Australia’s national take home as a memento of your Save up to gemstone – the opal. Or if you want experience. You’ll then be transferred per to see Sydney from above, take the to the airport for your fi ght to the usD 470 couple climb of your life with the Sydney vacation resort town of Cairns. per CAD 490 couple Harbour Bridge ‘BridgeClimb’. B YL Hotel: Hilton Hotel, Cairns, 3 nights. B when you pay in full on or before 27 January 2014 Day 3: Sydney ‘Day at Leisure’ Day 7: Great Barrier Reef Spend a free day in Sydney seeing the Encounter unique Australian animals sights of your choice. Or perhaps take at the Cairns Wildlife Dome. Later, More ways to save an optional experience to view the board a high speed catamaran Three Sisters in the Blue Mountains for an unforgettable day on the Young traveller Save usd315 | cad325 and Jenolan Caves or an interesting Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy a reef Triple share Save usd155 | cad165 trip to Canberra, Australia’s capital. education presentation by a local Kings Club Save up to usd155 | cad165
Or travel to the Hunter Valley, New expert. Snorkel in the underwater Discounts are per person off the above prices. For more South Wales’ premier wine growing paradise with its colourful coral and details see page 13. Note: Itinerary, departure dates & Cairns Wildlife Dome region, for a wineries tour. B tropical fi sh and view this natural prices may change from 01/04/15.
Optional Experience: Cape Tribulation cape Tribulation is one of nature’s Enjoy a day exploring the rainforest and amazing landscapes of the great experiences. Cape Tribulation wilderness area. Visit Mossman Gorge where you’ll Don’t just google it, enjoy an indigenous presentation followed by a guided journey come with us! through the enchanting rainforest. Wander along this world- renowned rainforest beach and admire the coastline before you indulge in a Raymond Digital Marketing delicious tropical lunch. Sit back and relax on a Daintree River Cruise before returning to Cairns. Ask your Tour Director for details 26 Sydney, Reef & Rainforest
Sydney Harbour Cruise
Great Barrier Reef Cruise PORT 2 DOUGLAS Highlights CAIRNS 2 Dinner on Sydney Harbour Sydney Opera House tour 2 HAMILTON ISLAND Stay on Hamilton Island Resort in Port Douglas Great Barrier Reef Cruise 1 2 3 Night Stopovers Explore Mossman Gorge Mossman Gorge Airfares are not included in holiday price Kuranda & Skyrail Cableway Aboriginal cultural experience ‘You’re Invited’ experience 3 SYDNEY
Hamilton Island Port Douglas Great Barrier Reef 27 Guided Sydney, Reef & Rainforest 10 days Vacations
10 days from Inclusions Dining usD Experienced Tour Director Full Buffet Breakfasts (9) B 3325 and Driver Guide Lunch (1) L CAD 3450 You’re Invited Lunch (1) Quality accommodation YL Per Person Twin Share Harbour Cruise Dinner (1) D Travel by luxury coach Hotel Dinner (1) D Sydney to Cairns Included Choice experiences Farewell Dinner (1) FD Code: QFSC
2014 2015 Start End Start End May 25 Jun 03 Jan 04 Jan 13 South Wales’ premier wine growing of a Quicksilver semi-sub, just one Jul 20 Jul 29 Feb 01 Feb 10 Itinerary region, for a wineries tour. B metre underwater. Watch the fi sh- Sep 14 Sep 23 Mar 01 Mar 10 Oct 12 Oct 21 Mar 29 Apr 07 feeding from Quicksilver’s unique Nov 09 Nov 18 May 24 Jun 02 Day 1: Welcome to Sydney Day 4: Sydney – Hamilton Island underwater viewing platform and Dec 07 Dec 16 Jul 19 Jul 28 On arrival in Sydney you will be You will be transferred to Sydney Sep 13 Sep 22 underwater observatory. A hot and Oct 11 Oct 20 transferred to your hotel. Airport for your fl ight to Hamilton Nov 08 Nov 17 cold tropical buffet lunch including Dec 06 Dec 15 Join your Tour Director to visit Island, one of the 74 islands in fresh prawns, meats, salads and fruit the famous Rocks Markets, held Queensland’s Whitsundays (airfare is served before you return to Port every weekend in Sydney’s historic not included). The rest of the day and Highlighted dates indicate Defi nite Departures. Visit Douglas this afternoon. B L aatkings.com for additional Defi nite Departure dates. district, the place where the fi rst evening is at leisure for you to relax European settlers stepped ashore or explore and orientate yourself Day 8: Port Douglas – Cairns on 26 January 1788. With jewellery, with the picturesque surroundings. Your fi rst stop is Mossman Gorge Prices | Land content only Indigenous artwork, evocative Hotel: Reef View Hotel, 2 nights. B in the Daintree National Park for the photography, gifts, souvenirs, Ngadiku Dreamtime Gorge Walk. In 10 days Sydney to USD Twin CAD Twin Day 5: Hamilton Island Cairns Code: QFSC Per Person Per Person homewares, sweet and savoury this hands-on experience you’ll learn ‘Day at Leisure’ 01 Apr 14 – 31 Mar 15 3325 3450 treats and arts and crafts, the about traditional plant use and your Enjoy breakfast with the koalas, then 01 Apr 15 – 06 Dec 15 3395 3525 Market is more than just a shopping interpretive Indigenous guide will it’s time to take it easy or make the experience. While you’re there, you identify bush food sources. They’ll Single Supplement Option most of the many activities that are 01 Apr 14 – 31 Mar 15 1165 1210 can explore narrow lanes, stroll provide an enchanting narrative available to you today at the resort. 01 Apr 15 – 06 Dec 15 1165 1210 along cobblestone streets and of the rainforest and their special You can relax at a beach or by a pool. traverse historic sandstone steps. relationship with this unique tropical Flight Information Or you can strap on your walking Now it’s time to fi nd your sea-legs environment. At the end of the Any fl ights referred to in the itinerary are at the client’s shoes and take a hike into Hamilton expense and are not included in the land content price. as you board a Captain Cook Cruise journey enjoy traditional bush tea Day 1 Flights to arrive prior to 12 noon into Sydney Island’s bushland. Go sea-kayaking, for your Welcome Reception and and damper (bread). Later, you’ll Day 4 Flights anytime from Sydney into Hamilton Island snorkelling or windsurfng. Consider Day 6 Flights to arrive prior to 12 noon into Cairns from dinner with your Tour Director. travel to Kuranda, where there’s a cruise to beautiful Whitehaven Hamilton Island You’ll pass magnifi cent waterfront time to explore the ‘village in the Day 10 Flight anytime from Cairns Beach, stretching seven empty homes, beaches and parklands and rainforest’ including the Heritage kilometres. If you’d prefer to be less all the main harbour attractions Village Markets. Return to the active, perhaps indulge in a facial or including the Sydney Harbour Bridge lowlands on the Skyrail Cableway massage at Spa wumurdaylin (own Early Payment Savings and Opera House. Witness spring high above the canopy of the Barron expense). The options are endless twilight, summer evenings, Autumn Gorge National Park. This evening and your Tour Director will be happy sunsets or winter city lights while in Cairns is free for you to do as to help. B Save up to enjoying a delicious contemporary you wish. per Australian menu. Day 6: Hamilton Island – Cairns – Hotel: Hilton Hotel, Cairns, 2 nights. B usD 500 couple Hotel: Four Points by Sheraton Darling Port Douglas Day 9: Cairns Included Choice per Harbour, Sydney, 3 nights. D This morning you will be transferred CAD couple Today choose one from a range 520 to the airport on Hamilton Island Day 2: Sydney Sights of Included Choice sightseeing when you pay in full on or before 27 January 2014 for your fl ight to Cairns in tropical This morning enjoy a tour of the experiences. You have the option Far North Queensland (airfare not Sydney Opera House with a local to discover the award-winning included). On arrival you’ll board guide. Later, board your coach to Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park More ways to save your coach for the short journey to see the Royal Botanic Gardens and and learn about this ancient culture the resort town of Port Douglas, Young traveller Save usd335 | cad345 visit Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair. through theatres, stages shows and nestled between two World Heritage Triple share Save usd165 | cad175 You’re invited to Bondi Beach for demonstrations. Or spot crocodiles listed areas, the Great Barrier Reef Kings Club Save up to usd165 | cad175 an iconic Australian experience. You’ll and birds in their natural habitat and and the Daintree National Park. be greeted by a local surf lifesaver learn about the fascinating harbour Discounts are per person off the above prices. For more This afternoon you can relax by the details see page 13. Note: Itinerary, departure dates & before lunch at an Aussie institution, and its history on an afternoon lagoon-style pool, join in one of the prices may change from 01/04/15. the Returned Servicemen’s Club, with cruise on Cairns Harbour. Perhaps resort’s activities or take a stroll its views over the Pacifi c Ocean. Your visit Cairns Tropical Zoo. You can around the village of Port Douglas. host will take you on an exclusive cuddle a koala, feed a kangaroo, see This evening perhaps be tempted by tour through Australia’s oldest surf giant crocodiles and enjoy great a cocktail at Estilo lounge bar before lifesaving club to learn about the wildlife presentations and tours. Or dinner at Bazaar marketplace. history of Bondi and surf lifesaving. at Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures Hotel: QT Port Douglas, 2 nights. B D When you return to the city you’ll take a journey of discovery through have the opportunity to discover Day 7: Great Barrier Reef woodlands and rainforest where you Australia’s national gemstone – the Board your Quicksilver wavepiercing can see an array of wildlife, including opal. If you want to see Sydney from catamaran for your cruise to beautiful tropical birds, reptiles, above, take the climb of your life renowned Agincourt Reef, at the insects and other native fauna. This Optional Experience: with the Sydney Harbour Bridge very outer edge of the Great Barrier evening join your fellow travellers ‘BridgeClimb’ (own expense). B YL Reef. The friendly, professional crew and Tour Director at a Farewell Hot Air Ballooning Cairns will take you to an underwater Dinner. B FD Day 3: Sydney ‘Day at Leisure’ Experience the fun and unique world that is a dazzling kaleidoscope Spend a free day in Sydney seeing Day 10: Farewell from Cairns sensation of a ride in a hot air balloon. of colour and brilliance. Enjoy a the sights of your choice. Or perhaps Your vacation concludes this Gently gliding high above the Atherton reef education presentation by take an excursion to view the Three morning after breakfast. You’ll be Tablelands, take in the picturesque a marine naturalist. Choose to Sisters in the Blue Mountains and transferred to Cairns Airport for your landscape at dawn during a 30 minute snorkel (equipment provided) or Jenolan Caves or an interesting trip onward fl ight. B balloon ride while you breathe in you can stay dry and explore the to Canberra, Australia’s capital. Or the wide open spaces! Ask your Tour stunning reef from the comfort travel to the Hunter Valley, New Director for details. 28 East Coast Tropical Discovery
Great Barrier Reef CAIRNS Kuranda 2 Great Barrier Reef Cruise Atherton Tablelands 1 MISSION BEACH Highlights Townsville 2 DAYDREAM ISLAND Airlie Beach Cape Byron Lighthouse Mackay Visit Australia Zoo ROCKHAMPTON 1 Relax in Noosa HERVEY BAY 1 Fraser Island Fraser Island by 4WD 2 NOOSA Explore the Whitsundays Brisbane 1 Stay on Daydream Island Australia Zoo GOLD COAST Byron Bay View Millaa Millaa Falls COFFS HARBOUR 1 Port Macquarie Ancient Rainforests Great Barrier Reef Cruise Sydney 1 2 Night Stopovers Airfares are not included in holiday price
Fraser Island Daydream Island Millaa Millaa Falls 29 Guided East Coast Tropical Discovery 10 or 12 days Vacations
10 days from Inclusions Dining usD Experienced Tour Director Full Buffet Breakfasts (11) B 3350 and Driver Guide Lunches (2) L CAD 3475 Comfortable accommodation Hotel Dinners (5) D Per Person Twin Share Travel by luxury coach Sydney to Cairns Code: QUSC 2014 2015 Start End Start End Apr 08 Apr 19 Jan 13 Jan 24 satiny, scribbly gum and kauri trees. Island, where there’s time for a May 06 May 17 Feb 10 Feb 21 Itinerary Jun 03 Jun 14 Mar 10 Mar 21 Visit Lake McKenzie, ringed with stroll along the Strand. You’ll spend Jul 01 Jul 12 Apr 07 Apr 18 magnifi cent white sandy beaches. tonight in a resort right on the Jul 29 Aug 09 May 05 May 16 Day 1: Sydney – Coffs Harbour Aug 26 Sep 06 Jun 02 Jun 13 Enjoy a barbecue lunch before you waterfront at Mission Beach. Sep 23 Oct 04 Jun 30 Jul 11 Depart Sydney this morning and Oct 21 Nov 01 Jul 28 Aug 08 transfer by ferry to the mainland for Hotel: Castaways Resort & Spa, Nov 18 Nov 29 Aug 25 Sep 05 travel along the scenic coastline Dec 16 Dec 27 Sep 22 Oct 03 your overnight stay at Hervey Bay. Mission Beach. B D of New South Wales. Stop at Port Oct 20 Oct 31 Hotel: Mantra, Hervey Bay. B L D Nov 17 Nov 28 Macquarie on your way to the resort Day 10: Mission Beach – Cairns Dec 15 Dec 26 town of Coffs Harbour. Enjoy a Day 6: Hervey Bay – Rockhampton Climb the high tropical plateau Welcome Reception and dinner with Today you’ll journey to the beef known as the Atherton Tablelands, Brisbane to Cairns your Tour Director. capital of Australia. En route, stop at where lush rainforests, waterfalls Code: QUBC Hotel: Novotel Pacifi c Bay Resort, Langmorn Station, a fully operational and lakes abound. You’ll visit 2014 2015 Start End Start End Coffs Harbour. D cattle station. Enjoy afternoon iconic Millaa Millaa Falls and the Apr 10 Apr 19 Jan 15 Jan 24 tea at the homestead, a restored famous Curtain Fig Tree. Your fi nal May 08 May 17 Feb 12 Feb 21 Day 2: Coffs Harbour – Gold Coast Jun 05 Jun 14 Mar 12 Mar 21 ‘Queenslander’ built in 1873. Cross destination today is tropical Cairns. Jul 03 Jul 12 Apr 09 Apr 18 This morning journey to the Cape the tropic of Capricorn and continue Hotel: Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort, Jul 31 Aug 09 May 07 May 16 Byron Lighthouse and enjoy the Aug 28 Sep 06 Jun 04 Jun 13 to Rockhampton, on the Fitzroy River. Cairns, 2 nights. B Sep 25 Oct 04 Jul 02 Jul 11 superb views from Australia’s Oct 23 Nov 01 Jul 30 Aug 08 Hotel: Travelodge, Rockhampton. B Nov 20 Nov 29 Aug 27 Sep 05 eastern-most point. Stop in exclusive Day 11: Great Barrier Reef Dec 18 Dec 27 Sep 24 Oct 03 Oct 22 Oct 31 Byron Bay for lunch (free time) Day 7: Rockhampton – Board a high speed catamaran and Nov 19 Nov 28 before following the lush Tweed Daydream Island cruise out to the Great Barrier Reef. Dec 17 Dec 26 River Valley to the famous Gold Travel north through Mackay, Enjoy a reef education presentation Highlighted dates indicate Defi nite Departures. Visit Coast. Tonight is free for you to dine Australia’s sugar capital, before and view the spectacular coral aatkings.com for additional Defi nite Departure dates. at one of the many restaurants and continuing to Airlie Beach, a gateway and tropical fi sh from the cafés on the Gold Coast. to the Whitsunday Islands. At Airlie underwater observatory and the Hotel: Vibe Hotel, Gold Coast. B Beach you’ll take a ferry across to semi-submersible craft. There is Prices | Land content only Daydream Island in the heart of the the opportunity to go snorkelling Day 3: Gold Coast – Noosa spectacular Great Barrier Reef. (equipment provided). Enjoy a 12 days Sydney USD Twin CAD Twin Guests join this morning in Brisbane to Cairns (Days 1-12) Per Person Per Person Hotel: Daydream Island Resort & Spa, tropical buffet lunch before you Code: QUSC (Code: QuBC). Travel on to Brisbane Ocean Balcony Rooms, 2 nights. B D return to Cairns. Celebrate your 01 Apr 14 – 31 Mar 15 3925 4075 for a scenic city tour. Visit Australia 01 Apr 15 – 15 Dec 15 4025 4195 vacation this evening at dinner with Zoo, made famous by the Crocodile Day 8: Daydream Island your Tour Director and new-found Single Supplement Option Hunter, the late Steve Irwin, Terri ‘Day at Leisure’ friends. B L D 01 Apr 14 – 31 Mar 15 1045 1085 Irwin and Bindi. Enjoy a sneak A day at leisure to explore Daydream 01 Apr 15 – 15 Dec 15 1045 1085 peek of the Australia Zoo Wildlife Island. Perhaps explore the beautiful Day 12: Farewell from Cairns
Hospital and catch a show in the bays, islands and beaches on an Your vacation concludes today 10 days Brisbane to Cairns (Days 3-12) world famous Crocoseum. The zoo optional cruise to Whitehaven Beach. after breakfast. Make the most Code: QUBC is the ultimate wildlife adventure If you’re feeling active, you have the of this tropical city before being 01 Apr 14 – 31 Mar 15 3350 3475 and its team of over 500 believes opportunity to take a rainforest walk, transferred to Cairns Airport for 01 Apr 15 – 17 Dec 15 3425 3550 in delivering conservation through play beach volleyball, tennis, water your onward fl ight. You could travel Single Supplement Option exciting education. They will ensure polo, go snorkelling or kayaking. on the Skyrail Cableway above the 01 Apr 14 – 31 Mar 15 890 925 you have a wildlife experience you’ll Otherwise just laze by one of the canopy of the Barron Gorge National 01 Apr 15 – 17 Dec 15 890 925 never forget. Your fi nal destination is pools, on the beach, or replenish Park. On arrival in Kuranda there Noosa on the Sunshine Coast. your body and soul at the Daydream is free time to explore the ‘village Flight Information Day prior to vacation – fl ights anytime into Sydney (QUSC) Hotel: Mantra French Quarter, Noosa, Rejuvenation Spa. B in the rainforest’, including the Day 2 Flights anytime into Brisbane (QUBC) 2 nights. B Heritage Markets. Then board the Day 12 Flights anytime from Cairns (QUSC, QUBC) Day 9: Daydream Island – Kuranda train for a historic journey Day 4: Noosa ‘Day at Leisure’ Mission Beach through some of the world’s oldest Discover Noosa for yourself. Swim at Return to the mainland for today’s rainforests. Or take a day trip to Noosa Main Beach or venture a little journey, which takes you further Cape Tribulation and the Daintree further with an easy, breathtaking into Tropical Queensland. Stop in National Park. Ask your Tour Director walk along the headland through Townsville, overlooking Magnetic for details. B to Noosa National Park. If you’re feeling adventurous, you could take a boat ride through the Noosa Early Payment Savings Everglades. See pristine beaches, Tripadvisor has awarded Whitehaven lakes, wetlands, mangroves and the no. 1 beach in australia and no. 3 in diverse fl ora and fauna.B Save up to the world — what more can I say?! Day 5: Noosa – Fraser Island – usD CAD Kyle Tour Director 590 610 Hervey Bay per couple per couple A day of discovery lies ahead as when you pay in full on or before 27 January 2014 you explore the wonders of World Optional Experience: Heritage listed Fraser Island. Whitehaven Beach Cruise – Daydream Island More ways to save Your 4WD tour will visit Rainbow Young traveller Save up to usd395 | cad410 Beach coloured sands (tidal) Enjoy a fully guided scenic cruise to breathtaking Whitehaven Beach. Your Triple share Save up to usd195 | cad205 before heading across by ferry skipper will provide informative commentary on the history and natural Kings Club Save up to usd195 | cad205 or barge to Fraser Island. Walk wonders of the area as you sit back and enjoy the scenery. Wander along Discounts are per person off the above prices. For more through the ancient rainforest Whitehaven’s pure white sand, laze on the beach or cool off in the azure waters. details see page 13. Note: Itinerary, departure dates & at Central Station with its huge Your cruise includes morning or afternoon tea. Ask your Tour Director for details. prices may change from 01/04/15. 30 Outback Adventure
Kakadu National Park
Overlooking Alice Springs DARWIN 2 1 JABIRU 1 KATHERINE Litchfield Mataranka National Park Highlights Adelaide Central Market 1 TENNANT CREEK Karlu Karlu Clare Valley wine tastings Simpsons Gap Explore Wilpena Pound 2 ALICE SPRINGS KINGS CANYON 1 Tour Coober Pedy AYERS ROCK 2 RESORT Uluru (Ayers Rock) sunset Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) COOBER PEDY 1 2 Night Stopovers 1 Climb Kings Canyon Airfares are not included in holiday price FLINDERS RANGES Explore Kakadu National Park Woomera 1 PORT Clare Yellow Water Billabong cruise AUGUSTA 1 Valley Aboriginal 1 cultural experience ADELAIDE ‘You’re Invited’ experience
Clare Valley Karlu Karlu (Devil’s Marbles) Adelaide Central Market 31 Guided 15 days Vacations
15 days from Inclusions Dining usD Experienced Tour Director Full Buffet Breakfasts (14) B 5995 and Driver Guide You’re Invited Dinner (1) YD CAD 6250 Quality accommodation Hotel Dinners (8) D Per Person Twin Share Travel by luxury coach Farewell Dinner (1) FD Adelaide to Darwin Code: NAAD
2014 2015 Start End Start End Apr 01 Apr 15 Mar 03 Mar 17 area. Visit the Uluru - Kata Tjuta Battery Hill Mine Centre and explore Apr 29 May 13 Mar 31 Apr 14 Itinerary Cultural Centre where there is time the interesting mining displays. May 27 Jun 10 Apr 28 May 12 Jun 17 Jul 01 May 26 Jun 09 to purchase some locally made Hotel: Bluestone Motor Inn, Jul 08 Jul 22 Jun 16 Jun 30 Jul 29 Aug 12 Jul 07 Jul 21 Day 1: Welcome to Adelaide Aboriginal art. This afternoon visit Tennant Creek. B D Aug 26 Sep 09 Jul 28 Aug 11 On arrival in Adelaide you will be the massive series of domes known Sep 16 Sep 30 Aug 25 Sep 08 Day 11: Tennant Creek – Katherine Sep 23 Oct 07 Sep 15 Sep 29 transferred to your hotel. See the as Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) and walk Oct 07 Oct 21 Sep 22 Oct 06 Travel across vast outback Oct 06 Oct 20 sights of Adelaide then join a local into Walpa Gorge. The walking stations. Visit the Daly Waters food expert for a guided tour of trail through the gorge follows the Historic Pub then continue on to Highlighted dates indicate Defi nite Departures. Visit the 140 year old Adelaide Central natural creek bed between two of aatkings.com for additional Defi nite Departure dates. Mataranka, ‘Land of the Never Market. Enjoy the hustle and bustle, the tallest domes of Kata Tjuta. Take Never’. At Mataranka you can visit sample the culinary delights, meet in a magnifi cent outback sunset the replica of the original Elsey the traders and share the history and at Kata Tjuta with complimentary Homestead, used in the fi lming of Prices | Land content only the secrets of the Market. Relax with sparkling wine and nibbles. B ‘We of the Never Never’. Or, you may your Tour Director at a Welcome 15 days Adelaide USD Twin CAD Twin take the palm lined walkway for a Reception and dinner. Day 7: Ayers Rock – Kings Canyon to Darwin Per Person Per Person Travel to Kings Canyon Resort. On swim in the famous thermal springs. Code: NAAD Hotel: Stamford Plaza, Adelaide. D 01 Apr 14 – 30 Jun 14 5995 6250 the way marvel at Atila (Mt. Conner), Travel on to Katherine. 01 Jul 14 – 30 Nov 14 6375 6625 Day 2: Adelaide – Flinders Ranges the ‘forgotten wonder of Central Hotel: Paraway Motel, Katherine. B D 01 Dec 14 – 31 Mar 15 5995 6250 Sample some local wines at Australia’. Stop for a break at Kings 01 Apr 15 – 30 Jun 15 6150 6395 Day 12: Katherine – Kakadu 01 Jul 15 – 06 Oct 15 6550 6795 Sevenhill Cellars, the oldest existing Creek Station. Originally vacant Join your local guide on an early winery in the Clare Valley. Travel Single Supplement Option crown land, it now runs cattle and morning cruise through Katherine through the spectacular Flinders 01 Apr 14 – 30 Jun 14 1660 1725 is the largest exporter of wild Gorge in Nitmiluk National Park and Ranges and to Wilpena Pound, a 01 Jul 14 – 30 Nov 14 1850 1920 camels in Australia. then continue into Kakadu National 01 Dec 14 – 31 Mar 15 1660 1725 remarkable natural amphitheatre Hotel: Kings Canyon Resort. B D Park. Later cruise on the famous 01 Apr 15 – 30 Jun 15 1850 1920 covering nearly 8,000 hectares. 01 Jul 15 – 06 Oct 15 1850 1920 Yellow Water Billabong with a local Hotel: Wilpena Pound Resort, Day 8: Kings Canyon – Alice Springs guide. You should see a variety of Flight Information Flinders Ranges. B D Perfect for observing the changing birdlife and with luck, you may also Day 1 Flights to arrive prior to Midday into Adelaide colours of the landscape, today Day 15 Flights anytime from Darwin Day 3: Flinders Ranges – Port Augusta you’re off on an early morning see the feared estuarine crocodile Explore spectacular Wilpena 6km Rim Walk exploration of Kings basking in the muddy shallows. Pound, before you travel through Canyon in Watarrka National Park. Hotel: Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn, picturesque Pitchi Richi Pass to If you’d prefer a more relaxed pace Jabiru. B D Port Augusta, where you’ll visit the Early Payment Savings there’s the option of a creek bed Day 13: Kakadu – Darwin Wadlata Outback Centre. walk. Travel to Alice Springs and on Your fi rst stop is Bowali Visitor Hotel: Majestic Oasis Apartments, arrival visit Anzac Hill for views over Centre. The displays here will take Port Augusta. B D Save up to this outback town. you on a journey through Kakadu’s per Day 4: Port Augusta – Coober Pedy Hotel: Chifl ey Alice Springs Resort, varied habitats and landscapes. usD 960 couple Visit Woomera before travelling 2 nights. B Travel to Ubirr and view Aboriginal per CAD couple to isolated Coober Pedy, the opal Day 9: Aboriginal Culture rock art dating back some 20,000 990 capital! Visit an underground church Learn about life and survival of years. Climb to the top of this rocky when you pay in full on or before 27 January 2014 and home with a local guide and the Arrernte People, including the outcrop for rewarding views over view an opal demonstration. search for water, bush food, and the fl ood plains and escarpment Hotel: Desert Cave Hotel, kinship, from a local Aboriginal guide country. This afternoon travel More ways to save Coober Pedy. B D at the Alice Springs Desert Park. Visit to Darwin and enjoy a sightseeing tour of this tropical city on arrival. Young traveller Save usd640 | cad665 Day 5: Coober Pedy – Ayers Rock the Nocturnal House and enjoy a Hotel: Mantra on the Esplanade, Triple share Save usd320 | cad330 Cross the border into the Northern Birds of Prey Presentation. Continue Darwin, 2 nights. B Kings Club Save up to usd320 | cad330 Territory and continue to Uluru on to Simpsons Gap, a prominent – Kata Tjuta National Park. Enjoy waterhole in the West MacDonnell Day 14: Litchfi eld National Park Discounts are per person off the above prices. For more details see page 13. Note: Itinerary, departure dates & complimentary wine and canapés Ranges. Visit the School of the Travel to Litchfi eld National Park. prices may change from 01/04/15. as the sun sets over the western Air and the Royal Flying Doctor Your fi rst stop is the amazing stand horizon and the evening sky brings Service. This evening join us on a of Termite Mounds. Then travel out the many shades of colour for discovery tour at the Earth Sanctuary to view Florence Falls from a high which Uluru is renowned. World Nature Centre. You’re invited vantage point. Venture on to tropical at our uluru BBQ, Hotel: Desert Gardens Hotel, to a barbecue dinner and afterwards Wangi Falls for a relaxing swim in the you’re the only group in Ayers Rock Resort, 2 nights. B hear from the Falzon brothers, Tom large crystal clear pool. Join your Tour the park after sunset. and Danny, about the sustainable Director for a Farewell Dinner cruise Day 6: Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) Marketing lifestyle they have established. They on Darwin Harbour. Enjoy a delicious Julianne Travel to the Uluru sunrise viewing may even lead you on a sing-a-long buffet meal as you watch the sun area to see the Red Centre set Optional Experience: accompanied by the didgeridoo and set over Darwin and the surrounding alight by the fi rst rays of the sun. guitar. B YD area – it’s time to celebrate your Uluru Barbecue Tour the base of Uluru where you Northern Territory outback adventure will be introduced to the natural Day 10: Alice Springs – Tennant Creek Experience a real Aussie barbecue with (cruise is seasonal). B FD and cultural landscapes of this Visit the historic Telegraph Station sparkling wine at our exclusive venue. remarkable region. Enjoy a guided before travelling north to Karlu Day 15: Farewell from Darwin Relax and swap travel stories while walk to Mutitjulu Waterhole. View Karlu (Devil’s Marbles). There is time Your vacation concludes this morning you take in the ambience of an Uluru Aboriginal rock paintings and to walk around these precariously after breakfast. You will be transferred sunset. With luck, the weather will learn about the fl ora and fauna balanced boulders. Tonight enjoy to Darwin Airport to connect with reward you with a star laden sky. Ask and Aboriginal history of the a delicious barbecue dinner at the your onward fl ight. B your Tour Director for details. 32 Tastes of Southern Australia
Great Ocean Road
1 2 Night Stopovers Highlights Airfares are not included in holiday price Gold Creek Sheep Station Sydney CANBERRA Tour Parliament House ADELAIDE Kosciuszko 1 2 National 2 Park The Great Ocean Road KANGAROO Glenrowan ISLAND 1 Great Ocean BEECHWORTH Tower Hill Game Reserve Road Mt. Gambier 2 MELBOURNE Adelaide Sightseeing Tower Hill 1 Parliament House Lorne Visit the Barossa Valley WARRNAMBOOL Flinders Chase National Park Sea Lions at Kangaroo Island Adelaide Central Market Aboriginal cultural experience ‘You’re Invited’ experience
Gold Creek Sheep Station Barossa Valley Adelaide Central Market 33 Guided 10 days Vacations
Inclusions Dining 10 days from usD 3625 Experienced Tour Director Full Buffet Breakfasts (9) B and Driver Guide Lunches (2) L CAD 3775 Quality accommodation You’re Invited Lunch (1) YL Per Person Twin Share Travel by luxury coach Hotel Dinners (3 ) D Farewell Dinner (1) FD Sydney to Adelaide Code: ESMA
2014 2015 Start End Start End Apr 01 Apr 10 Jan 13 Jan 22 Great Ocean Road. You’ll get plenty that captures much that is very Apr 15 Apr 24 Feb 03 Feb 12 Itinerary of photo opportunities along this special about Kangaroo Island. May 13 May 22 Feb 24 Mar 05 Sep 09 Sep 18 Mar 17 Mar 26 coastal road. Visit the amazing Andermel will host you with a visit Sep 30 Oct 09 Mar 31 Apr 09 Day 1: Sydney – Canberra Twelve Apostles, before fi nishing to the Marron (freshwater crayfi sh) Oct 21 Oct 30 Apr 14 Apr 23 Depart Sydney this morning for Nov 11 Nov 20 May 12 May 21 the day in Warrnambool. ponds and tanks. Taste some of Dec 02 Dec 11 Sep 08 Sep 17 your journey to the nation’s capital Dec 23 Jan 01 Sep 29 Oct 08 Hotel: Quality Suites Deep Blue, their own Two Wheeler Creek wine Oct 20 Oct 29 via the Southern Highlands with a Nov 10 Nov 19 Warrnambool. B D and farm-produced bush tucker Dec 01 Dec 10 stop at historic Berrima. Visit Gold before sampling the Marron with Dec 22 Dec 31 Creek Station, a working sheep farm, Day 6: Warrnambool – Adelaide lunch. Later, join a guided tour at Highlighted dates indicate Defi nite Departures. Visit for a taste of country life from a This morning visit Worn Gundidj aatkings.com for additional Defi nite Departure dates. the Seal Bay Conservation Park and local expert including a Welcome at Tower Hill State Game Reserve. walk among a breeding colony of Reception and an Aussie barbecue The area was a rich food source for Australian sea lions as they doze lunch. On arrival in Canberra, you’ll the Koroit Gundidj people whose in the sun. Celebrate your trip this Prices | Land content only tour through Parliament House with descendants retain links with this evening at a Farewell Dinner with a local guide and visit the Australian country. Your guide will provide you 10 days Sydney USD Twin CAD Twin your Tour Director and new-found to Adelaide Per Person Per Person War Memorial before enjoying with an Aboriginal perspective about friends. B YL FD Code: ESMA dinner with your Tour Director. fl ora, wildlife, volcanic formations, 01 Apr 14 – 31 Mar 15 3625 3775 Hotel: Novotel, Canberra. L D bush existence and medicinal Day 10: Farewell from Adelaide 01 Apr 15 – 22 Dec 15 3725 3850 practices. Continue into Mt. Gambier Cruise by ferry back to Cape Jervis Day 2: Canberra – Beechworth Single Supplement Option to visit the mysterious Blue Lake then on to Adelaide to join a food Cooma and the Snowy Mountains 01 Apr 14 – 31 Mar 15 940 975 and then travel on to Adelaide, the expert for a guided tour of the 140 01 Apr 15 – 22 Dec 15 940 975 Hydro Scheme start your day. You’ll gorgeous ‘City of Churches’. year old Adelaide Central Market. be awestruck by the stunningly Hotel: Stamford Plaza, Adelaide, Enjoy the hustle and bustle, sample picturesque Kosciuszko National Flight Information 2 nights. B D the culinary delights, meet the Day prior to vacation – fl ights anytime into Sydney Park – home to mobs of kangaroos traders and share the history and Day 10 Flights to depart after 4.00pm from Adelaide – as you travel the Alpine Way. Day 7: Barossa Valley secrets of the Market. Later, you’ll be Continue over the mighty Murray This highlight day starts with a transferred to Adelaide Airport for River into Victoria and beautiful sightseeing tour of Adelaide city. your onward fl ight. B Beechworth, Victoria’s best Then journey north for a visit Early Payment Savings preserved gold rush town, for your to Australia’s best-known wine- unique overnight stay in one of the producing region, the Barossa Bed and Breakfast properties. Valley. You’ll stop at the small town Save up to Hotel: Boutique Country of Tanunda on your way to Jacob’s per Accommodation, Beechworth. B Creek winery. Here you’ll learn usD 540 couple about what goes into making great Day 3: Beechworth – Melbourne per wines on a walking tour with wine CAD couple Get to know Beechworth with an 570 tastings. Your host will provide an orientation tour and some free when you pay in full on or before 27 January 2014 overview of the 14 different grape time to explore the legendary varieties grown in the vineyard that Beechworth Bakery, as well as are featured in some of Australia’s antique shops and galleries, and More ways to save most famous wines. After a lunch later you’ll see the museum. Then of local produce with wine, explore Young traveller Save usd365 | cad380 it’s on through Glenrowan and Ned a little more of this gastronomic Triple share Save usd180 | cad190 Kelly country to culturally diverse region and its delights, before Kings Club Save up to usd180 | cad190 and cosmopolitan Melbourne, for a returning to Adelaide. B L city sights orientation tour or arrival. Discounts are per person off the above prices. For more Kangaroo Island details see page 13. Note: Itinerary, departure dates & This evening, perhaps take a relaxing Day 8: Adelaide – Kangaroo Island prices may change from 01/04/15. walk to Southbank for a stroll along First up visit seaside Glenelg, then the Yarra River. you’ll continue on to the picturesque Hotel: Crowne Plaza, Melbourne, coastal village of Victor Harbor on the 2 nights. B Fleurieu Peninsula. Here you’ll have some free time to explore, maybe Day 4: Melbourne ‘Day at Leisure’ take a walk to Granite Island and see Today Melbourne is all yours some sensational coastal views. to explore. You’ll have time to Next travel by ferry to Kangaroo discover some of the secrets of Island for your two-night stay. this exceptional city – a myriad of Hotel: Aurora Ozone Hotel, Because your vacation should be moving ! cafés, galleries, museums, markets, Kangaroo Island, 2 nights. B restaurants, laneways and parks Peter Web Manager await you. If you wish to explore Day 9: Kangaroo Island Sights further afi eld you can join a tour Today you’ll explore Kangaroo to the famous Penguin Parade Island! Head to Flinders Chase Optional Experience: on Phillip Island. Or visit the Yarra National Park for some great photo Colonial Tramcar Restaurant, Melbourne Valley wineries, the Dandenongs opportunities at the Remarkable Enjoy a delightful, innovative approach to dining. This historical fl eet of and Puffi ng Billy Steam Train or Rocks and Admiral’s Arch. You’ll Melbourne’s iconic trams has become the world’s fi rst travelling Tramcar Sovereign Hill’s goldmine. B also have the chance to spot koalas, restaurant. Sit back and enjoy cruising the streets of Melbourne while you wallabies and kangaroos. You’re Day 5: Melbourne – Warrnambool dine on an exclusive seasonal menu and enjoy all inclusive Australian wines invited to Andermel Marron Farm Hold on to your seats today for one or your choice from a fully stocked bar. A truly unforgettable experience. for a food and wine experience of the world’s great road trips – the Ask your Tour Director for details. Adelaide Central Market 34 Southern Capitals City Meets Bush Guided 5 days Vacations
5 days from 1 2 Night Stopovers Highlights Airfares are not included in holiday price Sydney usD 1595 CANBERRA CAD Visit historic Berrima 1 1650 Thredbo Per Person Twin Share Gold Creek Sheep Station Glenrowan 1 Sydney to Melbourne BEECHWORTH See the sights of Canberra Code: ESBM 2 MELBOURNE Tour of Parliament House 2014 2015 Start End Start End The Australian War Memorial Apr 01 Apr 05 Jan 13 Jan 17 Apr 15 Apr 19 Feb 03 Feb 07 May 13 May 17 Feb 24 Feb 28 Kosciuszko National Park Sep 09 Sep 13 Mar 17 Mar 21 Sep 30 Oct 04 Mar 31 Apr 04 Oct 21 Oct 25 Apr 14 Apr 18 Picturesque Alpine Way Nov 11 Nov 15 May 12 May 16 Dec 02 Dec 06 Sep 08 Sep 12 Dec 23 Dec 27 Sep 29 Oct 03 Explore historic Beechworth Oct 20 Oct 24 Nov 10 Nov 14 Dec 01 Dec 05 Travel Ned Kelly country Dec 22 Dec 26
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Itinerary Prices | Land content only 5 days Sydney USD Twin CAD Twin to Melbourne Per Person Per Person Day 1: Sydney – Canberra Code: ESBM Depart Sydney this morning for 01 Apr 14 – 31 Mar 15 1595 1650 your journey to the nation’s capital 01 Apr 15 – 22 Dec 15 1625 1695
via the Southern Highlands with a Single Supplement Option stop at historic Berrima, famous for 01Flight Apr 14Information – 31 Mar 15 410 425 its gaol. Visit Gold Creek Station, 01Day Apr prior 15 –to 22 tour Dec – 15 fl ights410 anytime into 425Sydney a working sheep farm, for a taste Day 6 Flights anytime from Melbourne of country life from a local expert, Flight Information Day prior to tour Flights anytime into Sydney including a Welcome Reception and Day 5 Flights anytime from Melbourne an Aussie barbecue lunch. On arrival in Canberra you’ll tour through Historic Beechworth Parliament House with a local Early Payment Savings guide and visit the Australian War Memorial before enjoying dinner Day 3: Beechworth – Melbourne myriad of cafés, galleries, museums, Save up to with your Tour Director and Get to know Beechworth with a tour markets, restaurants, laneways fellow travellers. and some free time to explore the and parks await you. If you wish usD 240 CAD 250 Hotel: Novotel, Canberra. L D legendary Beechworth Bakery with to explore further afi eld you can per couple per couple its fresh pastries and sweets, as well join a tour to the famous Penguin Day 2: Canberra – Beechworth when you pay in full on or before 27 January 2014 as the antique shops and galleries. Parade on Phillip Island, where you’ll Cooma and the Snowy Mountains Later you’ll see the museum, then watch the nightly ritual as the little Hydro Scheme start your day. You’ll it’s on through Glenrowan and Ned penguins march up the sand to their More ways to save be awestruck by the stunningly Kelly country to the culturally diverse nesting places. Or take the journey picturesque Kosciuszko National Young traveller Save usd160 | cad165 and cosmopolitan Melbourne. Your along the Great Ocean Road. Visit Park – home to mobs of kangaroos Triple share Save usd80 | cad85 evening is at leisure. Perhaps take the Yarra Valley’s wineries, the – as you travel the Alpine Way. Kings Club Save up to usd80 | cad85 a relaxing walk to Southbank for a Dandenongs, Healesville Wildlife Continue over the mighty Murray stroll along the Yarra River. Sanctuary and Puffi ng Billy Steam Discounts are per person off the above prices. For more River into Victoria and beautiful details see page 13. Note: Itinerary, departure dates & Hotel: Crowne Plaza, Melbourne, Train or Sovereign Hill’s goldmine. B Beechworth, Victoria’s best prices may change from 01/04/15. 2 nights. B preserved gold rush town, for your Day 5: Farewell from Melbourne unique overnight stay in one of the Day 4: Melbourne ‘Day at Leisure’ Your vacation concludes this morning Bed and Breakfast properties. Today Melbourne is all yours to after breakfast. You will be transferred Optional Experience: Hotel: Boutique Country explore. You’ll have time to discover to Melbourne Airport for your onward Accommodation, Beechworth. B some of the secrets of this city – a fl i g h tB . The Great Ocean Road A day packed with great locations, incredible views and natural wonders. Wind along the Great Ocean Road Inclusions Dining through gorgeous terrain that leads to many signifi cant landmarks Experienced Tour Director Full Buffet Breakfasts (4) B and Driver Guide including the Twelve Apostles, Loch Lunch (1) L Ard Gorge and London Bridge. Take a Quality accommodation Hotel Dinner (1) D break at the seaside villages of Apollo Travel by luxury coach Bay and Port Campbell to complete this highlight day. Ask your Tour Director for details. Great Ocean Road 35 & Kangaroo Island Escape Guided 6 days Vacations
6 days from 1 2 Night Stopovers Highlights Airfares are not included in holiday price usD 2275 CAD ADELAIDE 2375 Travel the Great Ocean Road 2 2 Per Person Twin Share The amazing Twelve Apostles KANGAROO ISLAND Melbourne to Adelaide Tower Hill Game Reserve Great Ocean Road Code: EMKA Adelaide Sightseeing Mt. Gambier Melbourne Tower Hill 1 Lorne 2014 2015 Start End Start End Visit the Barossa Valley WARRNAMBOOL Apr 05 Apr 10 Jan 17 Jan 22 Apr 19 Apr 24 Feb 07 Feb 12 May 17 May 22 Feb 28 Mar 05 Flinders Chase National Park Sep 13 Sep 18 Mar 21 Mar 26 Oct 04 Oct 09 Apr 04 Apr 09 Oct 25 Oct 30 Apr 18 Apr 23 Sea Lions at Kangaroo Island Nov 15 Nov 20 May 16 May 21 Dec 06 Dec 11 Sep 12 Sep 17 Adelaide Central Market Dec 27 Jan 01 Oct 03 Oct 08 Oct 24 Oct 29 Nov 14 Nov 19 Aboriginal cultural experience Dec 05 Dec 10 Dec 26 Dec 31 ‘You’re Invited’ experience Highlighted dates indicate Defi nite Departures. Visit aatkings.com for additional Defi nite Departure dates. Remarkable Rocks
Day 3: Barossa Valley Admiral’s Arch. You’ll also have the Prices | Land content only Itinerary This highlight day starts with a chance to spot koalas, wallabies 6 days Melbourne USD Twin CAD Twin sightseeing tour of Adelaide city. and kangaroos. You’re invited to Adelaide Per Person Per Person Day 1: Melbourne – Warrnambool Then journey north for a visit to Andermel Marron Farm for a Code: EMKA Hold onto your seats today for one to Australia’s best-known wine- food and wine experience that 01 Apr 14 – 31 Mar 15 2275 2375 of the world’s great road trips – the producing region, the Barossa captures much that is very special 01 Apr 15 – 26 Dec 15 2350 2425 Great Ocean Road. You’ll get plenty Single Supplement Option Valley. You’ll stop at the small town about Kangaroo Island. Andermel Single Supplement Option of photo opportunities along this 01 Apr 14 – 31 Mar 15 410 425 of Tanunda on your way to Jacob’s will host you with a visit to the 01 Apr 14 – 31 Mar 15 525 545 01 Apr 15 – 22 Dec 15 410 425 gorgeous coastal road, including a Creek winery. Here you’ll learn Marron (freshwater crayfi sh) ponds 01 Apr 15 – 22 Dec 15 525 545 stop at the amazing Twelve Apostles. about what goes into making great and tanks. Taste some of their You’ll stop along the way at Lorne Flight Information wines on a walking tour with wine own Two Wheeler Creek wine and Day prior to vacation – fl ights anytime into Melbourne and the seaside vacation destination tastings. Your host will provide an farm-produced bush tucker before Day 6 Flights to depart after 4.00pm from Adelaide of Apollo Bay before arriving in overview of the 14 different grape sampling the Marron with lunch. Warrnambool. Join your Tour varieties grown in the vineyard that Later, join a guided tour at the Director and fellow travellers for a are featured in some of Australia’s Seal Bay Conservation Park and Early Payment Savings Welcome Reception and dinner. most famous wines. After a lunch walk among a colony of sea lions. Hotel: Quality Suites Deep Blue, of local produce with wine, explore Celebrate your vacation this evening Warrnambool. D a little more of this gastronomic at a Farewell Dinner with your Tour Save up to Day 2: Warrnambool – Adelaide region and its delights, before Director. B YL FD usD 340 CAD 360 This morning you’ll visit Worn returning to Adelaide. B L Day 6: Farewell from Adelaide per couple per couple Gundidj at Tower Hill State Game Day 4: Adelaide – Kangaroo Island when you pay in full on or before 27 January 2014 Cruise by ferry back to Cape Jervis when you pay in full on or before 27 January 2014 Reserve, a native wildlife haven First up you’ll visit seaside Glenelg, then on to Adelaide to join a food located in a dormant volcano. The then continue on to the picturesque expert for a guided tour of the 140 area was a rich food source for coastal village of Victor Harbor on year old Adelaide Central Market. More ways to save the Koroit Gundidj people whose the Fleurieu Peninsula. You’ll have Enjoy the hustle and bustle, sample descendants retain links with this some free time to explore, maybe the culinary delights, meet the Young traveller Save usd230 | cad240 country. Your guide will provide you take a walk to Granite Island and traders and share the history and Triple share Save usd115 | cad120 with an Aboriginal perspective about see some sensational coastal views. secrets of the Market. Later, you’ll be Kings Club Save up to usd115 | cad120 fl ora, wildlife, volcanic formations, Travel by ferry to Kangaroo Island. transferred to Adelaide Airport for Discounts are per person off the above prices. For more bush existence and medicinal Hotel: Aurora Ozone Hotel, your onward fl ight. B details see page 13. Note: Itinerary, departure dates & prices may change from 01/04/15. practices. Continue into Mt. Gambier Kangaroo Island, 2 nights. B to visit the mysterious Blue Lake Day 5: Kangaroo Island Sights and then travel on to Adelaide, the gorgeous ‘City of Churches’. Head to Flinders Chase National Park Optional Experience: for some great photo opportunities Hotel: Stamford Plaza, Adelaide, at the Remarkable Rocks and Murray River Highlights 2 nights. B D Cruise Adelaide
Cruise the River Murray enjoying the magnifi cent landscapes of this Inclusions Dining picturesque region. Relax while taking a cruise on the historic River Experienced Tour Director Full Buffet Breakfasts (5) B and Driver Guide Murray and gain an insight into this Lunch (1) L unique river system. After lunch, Quality accommodation You’re Invited Lunch (1) YL take in the spectacular views as you Travel by luxury coach Hotel Dinners (2) D drive through the Adelaide Hills on Farewell Dinner (1) FD your return to Adelaide. Ask your Tour Director for details. 36 Perfect Tasmania
Cradle Mountain
Weldborough Pass Grindelwald St. Helens Sheffield 2 CRADLE LAUNCESTON Highlights Ashgrove Farm MOUNTAIN 2 Cheese Factory Tullah Spectacular Russell Falls BICHENO Rosebery 2 Queenstown Ross Cruise on the Gordon River STRAHAN 1 Lake St. Clair Wineglass Bay Stay in Cradle Mountain Gordon Freycinet River Cruise Dove Lake & National Park Waldheim Chalet Mt. Field MONA National Park/ Eaglehawk Ashgrove Farm Cheese Gordon River Cruise Russell Falls HOBART 1 2 Neck Factory Port Arthur Explore Cataract Gorge Isle of the Dead Cruise See a Tasmanian Devil 1 2 Night Stopovers Airfares are not included in holiday price Visit Freycinet National Park Cruise on Wineglass Bay Museum of Old and New Art Tour Port Arthur Historic Site ‘You’re Invited’ experience
Russell Falls Tasmanian Devil Ashgrove Farm Cheese Factory 37 Guided 5, 7 or 11 days Vacations
Inclusions Dining 5 days from usD 1915 Experienced Tour Director Full Buffet Breakfasts (10) B and Driver Guide You’re Invited Lunch (1) YL CAD 1985 Quality accommodation Lunch (1) L Per Person Twin Share Travel by luxury coach Hotel Dinners (6) D Included Choice experiences Farewell Dinner (1) FD Hobart to Hobart Code: THH
travelling between 04 January and 03 May 2014? Vacations departing between these dates operate You’ll then head to Ashgrove Farm depicting Celtic symbols, fl ora, fauna to an alternative itinerary: Hobart 1, Strahan 2, Itinerary Cheese Factory for a presentation on and notable personalities of the Cradle Mountain 1, Launceston 2, Bicheno 2, Hobart 2. cheese making and some delicious day. As you travel south towards Day 1: Welcome to Hobart 2014 2015 product tasting. Explore Cataract Hobart you’ll stop at Shene Estate, Start End Start End Transfer from Hobart Airport to your Jan 04 Jan 14 Jan 03 Jan 13 Gorge, wilderness in the city. Just a refl ection of early Australian Feb 01 Feb 11 Jan 10 Jan 20 hotel for check-in, and then you’ll two minutes out of Launceston and architecture and the colonial era. A Feb 22 Mar 04 Jan 31 Feb 10 take an afternoon tour of Hobart. Mar 15 Mar 25 Feb 07 Feb 17 you’re surrounded by rivers, a gorge walking tour of this iconic property Apr 05 Apr 15 Feb 21 Mar 03 Your orientation takes in Battery May 03 May 13 Mar 14 Mar 24 and exotic fl ora and fauna. Enjoy a with a local expert is followed by Sep 06 Sep 16 Mar 28 Apr 07 Point, Salamanca Place, the Botanic Sep 27 Oct 07 Apr 04 Apr 14 walk across the suspension bridge or High Tea. Now choose one of Oct 18 Oct 28 May 02 May 12 Gardens and Constitution Dock. take the chairlift for an aerial view our Included Choice sightseeing Nov 08 Nov 18 The last stop is Mt. Nelson for views Nov 22 Dec 02 of this fascinating urban wilderness. experiences. You have the option Nov 29 Dec 09 overlooking Hobart. Tonight you will Dec 20 Dec 30 Continue to Tasmania’s ‘northern to visit Australia’s largest privately meet your Tour Director and fellow capital’, Launceston. funded museum, the Museum of Highlighted dates indicate Defi nite Departures. Visit travellers at the hotel for a Welcome Hotel: Hotel Grand Chancellor, Old and New Art (MONA), with aatkings.com for additional Defi nite Departure dates. Reception, followed by dinner. Launceston, 2 nights. B D its mix of ancient, modern and Hotel: Hotel Grand Chancellor, Hobart. D contemporary art. Or get up close Day 6: Launceston Sights Day 2: Hobart – Strahan and personal with Tasmanian Prices | Land content only This morning you’ll discover the This morning you’ll head west to Devils and other native animals at Tamar Valley and the Swiss-style 11 days Hobart to USD Twin CAD Twin New Norfolk and the magnifi cent Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary. village of Grindelwald. You’re Hobart (Days 1-11) Per Person Per Person Mt. Field National Park, Tasmania’s Hotel: Hotel Grand Chancellor, Hobart, Code: THH invited to lunch at Josef Chromy oldest, and location of the 2 nights. B 01 Jan 14 – 31 Aug 14 4275 4425 Wines. The views from the 01 Sep 14 – 02 May 15 4375 4550 spectacular three-tiered Russell Falls. surrounding vineyards and lakes Day 10: Port Arthur Later, take the winding journey up Single Supplement Option provide an idyllic location to enjoy Cross the 100 year old Denison to Lake St. Clair – amazing vistas 01 Jan 14 – 31 Aug 14 1065 1105 tasting some of the estate-grown Canal and make your way along 01 Sep 14 – 02 May 15 1140 1180 await you. This afternoon visit the cool climate wines followed by the impressive tree-lined coast. En Wall in the Wilderness, a fascinating Tasmania’s fresh local produce for route to Port Arthur cross Eaglehawk 7 days Hobart to Launceston sculpture where artist Greg (Days 1-7) Code: THL lunch. This afternoon is at leisure Neck to the Tasman Peninsula. Enjoy 01 Jan 14 – 31 Aug 14 2725 2825 Duncan has hand-carved a series for you to relax or explore on a fascinating guided walk of Port 01 Sep 14 – 02 May 15 2795 2915 of scenes into a collection of panels your own. B YL Arthur Historic Site and infamous Single Supplement Option commemorating those who have convict prison and a cruise around 01 Jan 14 – 31 Aug 14 690 720 shaped the area’s past and present. Day 7: Launceston – Bicheno the Isle of the Dead. View the 01 Sep 14 – 02 May 15 760 790 Back down to Queenstown, along Guests departing this morning rugged sea cliffs from Pirate’s Bay the rainforest bordered road of (Code: tHL) will be transferred to Lookout, and feast your eyes on the World Heritage protected Franklin- Launceston Airport. Guests join this 5 days Launceston to Hobart amazing vistas of Tasman’s Arch, (Days 7-11) Code: TLH Gordon Wild Rivers National Park, morning in Launceston (Code: tLH). Devil’s Kitchen and the Blowhole on 01 Jan 14 – 31 Aug 14 1915 1985 to coastal Strahan. This morning visit the Bridestowe 01 Sep 14 – 08 May 15 1945 2015 your return to Hobart. This evening Hotel: Strahan Village, Strahan. B D Lavender Farm. Continue on to see Single Supplement Option celebrate a wonderful trip with the the Legerwood Carved Memorial 01 Jan 14 – 31 Aug 14 375 390 Day 3: Strahan – Cradle Mountain catch of the day at Mures Seafood Trees in honour of fallen WWI 01 Sep 14 – 08 May 15 390 405 Start the day with the Gordon Restaurant in Hobart, with your Tour soldiers, the old mining town of River Cruise, where the wilderness Director and fellow travellers at a Flight Information Derby then drive through the lush comes to the water’s edge. You’ll be Farewell Dinner. B FD Day 1 Flights to arrive prior to 1.30pm into Hobart myrtle rainforest at Weldborough (THH, THL) awestruck by the beauty of the dark Day 6 Flights anytime into Launceston (TLH) Pass. You’ll visit seaside town St. Day 11: Farewell from Hobart waters refl ecting the untouched Day 7 Flights anytime from Launceston (THL) Helens at lunchtime. Your vacation concludes this morning Day 11 Flights anytime from Hobart (THH, TLH) wilderness. Stop at Sarah Island and Hotel: Beachfront at Bicheno, after breakfast. You will be transferred discover the ruins of the brutal penal 2 nights. B D to Hobart Airport for your onward colony. See Hell’s Gate and Heritage fl i g h tB . Landing, site of the 2,000 year old Day 8: Freycinet National Park Early Payment Savings Huon Pine. Pass the mining and Experience the exquisite beauty of Hydro Electric towns of Rosebery Wineglass Bay on a four hour cruise and Tullah, as you travel to Cradle of the Freycinet Peninsula with a Save up to Mountain National Park. local guide. The cruise will take you per Hotel: Cradle Mountain Chateau, from the gentle shores of Coles Bay usD 640 couple Cradle Mountain, 2 nights. B L D along the Freycinet coast to one per CAD couple of the world’s best beaches. Later, 660 Day 4: Cradle Mountain Sights experience breathtaking Freycinet when you pay in full on or before 27 January 2014 We’ll take you up to Waldheim and National Park, with its pink granite Dove Lake for spectacular views of mountains, coastal dunes and Cradle Mountain. The afternoon dry eucalypt forests. A guided is yours. Explore the Australian More ways to save walk with a National Park Ranger National Wilderness and Landscape unveils astonishing views. Cape Young traveller Save up to usd430 | cad445 Gallery or just marvel at the view Tourville Lookout will amaze. B Triple share Save up to usd215 | cad220 and breathe in the fresh air. B D My fi rst visit to Bruny Kings Club Save up to usd215 | cad220 Day 9: Bicheno – Hobart Island changed my Day 5: Cradle Mountain – Launceston Journey to historic Ross, considered whole view of the word Discounts are per person off the above prices. For more Departing Cradle Mountain this details see page 13. the fi nest nineteenth century village morning you’ll head to Sheffi eld, ‘natural’. Breathtaking! in Australia. Visit the exquisite where history and art merge to Ross Bridge with its 186 carvings create an entire town of murals. Greg Head of Operations 38 Best of New Zealand
Cape Brett ‘Hole in the Rock’
Day 5: Auckland – Rotorua ContinueIncluded along Choice the Kapiti Farm Coast Stay to Itinerary After a sightseeing tour of Auckland, Highlights trace the Waikato River, to the Day 1: Welcome to Auckland Tonight you have the option Waitomo Caves. A Local Guide On arrival in Auckland you’ll be of staying at your hotel or being Cape Brett ‘Hole in the Rock’ will lead you through the Glow transferred to your hotel. Later welcomed with a small group Worm Grotto by boat. On arrival in meet your Tour Director and fellow of fellow travellers to a local Waitomo Glow Worm Grotto Rotorua an orientation tour takes in travellers for a Welcome Reception. farm. Enjoy wholesome meals, views of Lake Rotorua. You’re Hotel: The Langham, Auckland. comfortable accommodation and a Maori Hangi and concert invited this evening to the Tamaki farm tour to introduce you to their Thermal Reserve Rotorua Day 2: Auckland – Bay of Islands Maori Marae for a very personal Travel through Orewa and the and exclusive cultural evening. way of life. Visit Te Papa scenic Hibiscus Coast. Walk among You’ll be greeted by a powerful the Kauri trees at Parry Kauri Park. Haka challenge and spine-tingling Wellington. See the city from Mt. View mighty Mt. Cook Explore Whangarei, the northern- Karanga. Spend time in their village Victoria on your sightseeing tour. most city in New Zealand and then of old experiencing Maori life. Then Hotel: James Cook Grand Chancellor, Cruise on Milford Sound it’s off to the Bay of Islands. enjoy a Maori Hangi feast with local Wellington. BC D Hotel: Copthorne Resort (Water wine and a concert in their private Day 8: Wellington – Blenheim View Franz Josef Glacier View), Bay of Islands, 2 nights. B D dining room. Why not explore Wellington before Hotel: Millennium Hotel, Rotorua, Famous TranzAlpine Train Day 3: Bay of Islands Included Choice you visit Te Papa, the Museum of 2 nights. B YD Today choose one from a range New Zealand. Later, cruise the Cook Punakaiki Pancake Rocks of Included Choice sightseeing Day 6: Rotorua Included Choice Strait into tranquil Queen Charlotte experiences. You have the option Today choose one from a range Sound. The seaside village of Picton Maori cultural experience to cruise to the ‘Hole in the Rock’, of Included Choice sightseeing is next, then Blenheim for a city ‘You’re Invited’ experience discover Kerikeri’s local arts & crafts experiences. You have the option sightseeing tour. scene or take a tour to historic to join the Kiwi Encounter at Hotel: Scenic Hotel Marlborough, Russell. Perhaps go sailing on a tall Rainbow Springs Nature Park, Blenheim. B D ship or dolphin-watching on the discover Maori culture at Wai-O- Day 9: Blenheim – Christchurch bay. Maybe play a round of golf Tapu Geothermal Wonderland, En route to the whale-watching or enjoy a dinner cruise down the see the Agrodome Farm Show, haven of Kaikoura, you’ll pass the Waitangi River. BC relax in the seclusion of your own Grassmere Salt Works and see hot mineral pool or unwind with Day 4: Bay of Islands – Auckland New Zealand fur seals up close at a facial treatment in the Lake You’ll have the opportunity to visit Ohau Point. Travel to Christchurch Spa Retreat at the Polynesian the historic Waitangi Treaty Reserve and see the extensive work carried Spa. Maybe ride the amphibious and take in highlights such as out to rebuild the city after the Rotorua Duck or the luge at the Maori War Canoe (Waka) and earthquake of February 2011. Rotorua Skyline. BC Meeting House (Marae). Dinner Hotel: Novotel, Christchurch. B tonight is at The Langham. Your Day 7: Rotorua – Wellington Day 10: Christchurch – Twizel personal degustation is prepared View Huka Falls and drive along You’re invited to enjoy a taste for you from the freshest, quality the shores of Lake Taupo. Discover of country life at a barbecue lunch ingredients, including mouth- the alpine scenery of Mt. Ruapehu, on Morelea Farm, a working sheep watering seafood and desserts. Tongariro National Park and farm. You’ll be welcomed into the Hotel: The Langham, Auckland. BC HD the dairy farms of Manawatu. home of your hosts Angie & Stan Queenstown 39 Guided 18 days Tours
18 days from Inclusions Dining usD Experienced Tour Director Breakfast of Choice (6) BC 5875 and Driver Guide Full Buffet Breakfasts (11) B 2 BAY OF ISLANDS CAD You’re Invited Lunch (1) YL 6075 Quality accommodation You’re Invited Dinner (1) YD Per Person Twin Share Travel by luxury coach Highlight Dinners (2) HD 1 1 AUCKLAND Included Choice experiences Hotel Dinners (8) D Auckland to Christchurch Farewell Dinner (1) FD Code: ZABC
2014 2015 continued 2 Start End Start End Waitomo Caves ROTORUA Apr 05 Apr 22 Feb 07 Feb 24 Apr 12 Apr 29 Feb 14 Mar 03 Taupo Apr 19 May 06 Feb 21 Mar 10 Mt. Ruapehu Apr 26 May 13 Feb 28 Mar 17 May 03 May 20 Mar 07 Mar 24 Jun 07 Jun 24 Mar 14 Mar 31 Jul 05 Jul 22 Mar 21 Apr 07 Aug 02 Aug 19 Mar 28 Apr 14 Aug 16 Sep 02 Apr 04 Apr 21 Aug 30 Sep 16 Apr 11 Apr 28 Picton Sep 06 Sep 23 Apr 18 May 05 Sep 13 Sep 30 Apr 25 May 12 1 WELLINGTON Sep 20 Oct 07 May 02 May 19 Sep 27 Oct 14 Jun 06 Jun 23 1 Oct 04 Oct 21 Jul 04 Jul 21 PUNAKAIKI 1 BLENHEIM Oct 11 Oct 28 Aug 01 Aug 18 Oct 18 Nov 04 Aug 15 Sep 01 Greymouth Oct 25 Nov 11 Aug 29 Sep 15 Arthur’s Kaikoura Nov 01 Nov 18 Sep 05 Sep 22 Hokitika Pass Nov 08 Nov 25 Sep 12 Sep 29 TranzAlpine Train Nov 15 Dec 02 Sep 19 Oct 06 FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER 1 Mt. Nov 22 Dec 09 Sep 26 Oct 13 1 1 Nov 29 Dec 16 Oct 03 Oct 20 Cook CHRISTCHURCH Dec 06 Dec 23 Oct 10 Oct 27 Haast Dec 13 Dec 30 Oct 17 Nov 03 1 TWIZEL Dec 20 Jan 06 Oct 24 Nov 10 Dec 27 Jan 13 Oct 31 Nov 17 Milford Sound Nov 07 Nov 24 Nov 14 Dec 01 2 QUEENSTOWN 2015 Nov 21 Dec 08 Jan 03 Jan 20 Nov 28 Dec 15 Jan 10 Jan 27 Dec 05 Dec 22 TE ANAU 1 Jan 17 Feb 03 Dec 12 Dec 29 Jan 24 Feb 10 Dec 19 Jan 05 1 DUNEDIN Dec 26 Jan 12
1 2 Night Stopovers Highlighted dates indicate Defi nite Departures. Airfares are not included in holiday price Visit aatkings.com for additional Defi nite Departure dates.
Taylor and their 240 hectare garden. of Lake Wakatipu on your way to Haast Pass and view Thunder Creek Prices | Land content only Later, see Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki Queenstown, where an orientation Falls. Then it’s on to Franz Josef 18 days Auckland USD Twin CAD Twin and visit the Church of the Good tour fi nishes this highlight day. Glacier, the world’s most accessible to Christchurch Per Person Per Person Shepherd on your way to Twizel. Hotel: Millennium Hotel, and still advancing glacier. Code: ZABC Hotel: MacKenzie Country Inn, Queenstown, 2 nights. B Hotel: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier 01 Apr 14 – 31 May 14 6225 6425 01 Jun 14 – 30 Sep 14 5875 6075 Twizel. B YL D (Douglas Wing), Franz Josef. BC D Day 14: Queenstown Included 01 Oct 14 – 31 Mar 15 6625 6850 01 Apr 15 – 31 May 15 6295 6495 Day 11: Twizel – Dunedin Choice Day 16: Franz Josef – Punakaiki 01 Jun 15 – 30 Sep 15 5975 6150 View the Waitaki Hydro Power Today choose one from a range Depart for Hokitika, home of 01 Oct 15 – 26 Dec 15 6795 7025 Scheme and Benmore Dam. Travel of Included Choice sightseeing the native greenstone (jade) Single Supplement Option through Oamaru to Dunedin for a experiences. You have the option for a factory visit and jewellery 01 Apr 14 – 31 May 14 1785 1840 sightseeing tour of the city. to ride the Thunder Jet on Lake demonstration. Later, travel to 01 Jun 14 – 30 Sep 14 1660 1715 Hotel: Scenic Hotel Southern Cross, Wakatipu, join a wine tour, play 9 Punakaiki to view the Pancake Rocks 01 Oct 14 – 31 Mar 15 1805 1865 Dunedin. B D holes of golf or take a gondola to and blowholes. You’ll spend the 01 Apr 15 – 31 May 15 1785 1840 01 Jun 15 – 30 Sep 15 1660 1715 the Skyline Restaurant for dinner. night in an eco-friendly resort, right Day 12: Dunedin Included Choice – 01 Oct 15 – 26 Dec 15 1805 1865 Perhaps take a 4WD minibus on the waterfront. Te Anau through Skippers Canyon, relax Hotel: Punakaiki Resort, Flight Information This morning choose one of with a spa treatment at Millbrook Punakaiki. B D Day 1 Flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm into Auckland our Included Choice sightseeing Day 18 Flights anytime from Christchurch Resort, go horse riding or explore experiences. You have the option to Day 17: Punakaiki – Christchurch Queenstown on a Segway. This tour Larnach Castle, New Zealand’s Travel to Arthur’s Pass where you’ll evening cruise across Lake Wakatipu only castle, ride the historic Taieri board the TranzAlpine train to aboard the TSS Earnslaw to Walter Early Payment Savings Gorge Railway or take the Monarch travel through the Southern Alps Peak Station for a carvery Highlight Wildlife Cruise. Or choose a tour of to Christchurch. Join your Tour Dinner at the Colonel’s Homestead. Save up to Cadbury World or Speight’s Brewery. Director and fellow travellers this An entertaining farm show provides Later, travel across farming land to evening for a Farewell Dinner. usD CAD a glimpse into high-country farm 980 1012 the village of Te Anau, on the shores Hotel: Novotel, Christchurch. B FD per couple per couple life. BC HD of Lake Te Anau, the South Island’s Day 18: Farewell from Christchurch when you pay in full on or before 27 January 2014 largest lake. Day 15: Queenstown – Franz Josef Your vacation concludes this Hotel: Distinction Hotel, Te Anau. B D Visit historic Arrowtown then enjoy morning after breakfast. You’ll be the tastes of delicious stone fruit Day 13: Te Anau – Queenstown transferred to Christchurch Airport More ways to save at Cromwell. See lakes, Dunstan, You’ll awe-struck by the for your onward fl ight. B Hawea and Wanaka. Travel over the Young traveller Save usd655 | cad675 magnifi cence of the World Heritage Triple share Save usd330 | cad340 listed Fiordland National Park. Kings Club Save up to usd327 | cad321 Amazing photo opportunities await you today as you see Discounts are per person off the above prices. For From the air you’ll soon fi gure why It’s called more details see page 13. Note: Itinerary, departure rainforest, ancient glaciers, Bay of Islands – there’s 144 stunning islands! dates & prices may change from 01/10/14. mountain ranges and the hand- made Homer Tunnel. Pass the Lara Day Tours Mirror Lake, Pop’s Lookout, Cleddau Optional Experience: Bay of Islands Scenic Flight Valley and the Chasm. Your cruise on Milford Sound will take you Take the opportunity to explore a little more of the stunning coastline of the past Bowen Falls and Mitre Peak. Bay of Islands region and fl y north over the coastal settlements and beautiful Afterwards, travel along the shores beaches. Return via Kerikeri Inlet & Waitangi. Ask your Tour Director for details. 40 New Zealand Splendour
Bay of Islands
AUCKLAND 1 TSS Earnslaw
Waitomo Caves 2 ROTORUA Taupo Mt. Ruapehu Highlights Picton 1 WELLINGTON Tour the Waitomo Caves 1 PUNAKAIKI 1 BLENHEIM Maori Hangi and concert Greymouth Arthur’s Kaikoura Thermal Reserve Rotorua Hokitika Pass TranzAlpine Train FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER 1 Mt. Cook 1 1 CHRISTCHURCH Visit Te Papa Haast 1 TWIZEL Cruise on Milford Sound Milford Sound 2 QUEENSTOWN Polynesian Spa Cruise on the TSS Earnslaw TE ANAU 1 View Franz Josef Glacier 1 DUNEDIN Famous TranzAlpine Train 1 2 Night Stopovers Punakaiki Pancake Rocks Local touring options Airfares are not included in holiday price Maori cultural experience ‘You’re Invited’ experience
Larnach Castle, Dunedin Church of the Good Shepherd Maori Hangi 41 Guided 15 days Vacations
15 days from Inclusions Dining usD Experienced Tour Director Breakfast of Choice (4) BC Highlight Dinners (2) HD 4925 and Driver Guide Full Buffet Breakfasts (10) B Hotel Dinners (7) D CAD 5095 Quality accommodation You’re Invited Lunch (1) YL Farewell Dinner (1) FD Per Person Twin Share Travel by luxury coach You’re Invited Dinner (1) YD Included Choice experiences Auckland to Christchurch Code: ZAAC
2014 2015 continued Start End Start End Apr 01 Apr 15 Feb 10 Feb 24 drive along the shores of Lake Taupo. made Homer Tunnel. Pass the Apr 08 Apr 22 Feb 17 Mar 03 Itinerary Apr 15 Apr 29 Feb 24 Mar 10 Discover the alpine scenery of Mirror Lake, Pop’s Lookout, Cleddau Apr 22 May 06 Mar 03 Mar 17 Mt. Ruapehu, Tongariro National Park Valley and the Chasm. Your cruise Apr 29 May 13 Mar 10 Mar 24 Day 1: Welcome to Auckland May 06 May 20 Mar 17 Mar 31 and the dairy farms of Manawatu. on mystical Milford Sound will take Jun 10 Jun 24 Mar 24 Apr 07 On arrival at Auckland Airport you’ll Jul 08 Jul 22 Mar 31 Apr 14 Continue along the Kapiti Coast to you past Bowen Falls and Mitre Aug 05 Aug 19 Apr 07 Apr 21 be transferred to your hotel. This Aug 19 Sep 02 Apr 14 Apr 28 Wellington. See the city from Mt. Peak. Afterwards, travel over the Sep 02 Sep 16 Apr 21 May 05 evening meet your Tour Director for Victoria on your sightseeing tour. Devil’s Staircase, along the shores Sep 09 Sep 23 Apr 28 May 12 a Welcome Reception and Highlight Sep 16 Sep 30 May 05 May 19 Hotel: James Cook Grand Chancellor, of Lake Wakatipu on your way to Sep 23 Oct 07 Jun 09 Jun 23 Dinner at The Langham. Your Sep 30 Oct 14 Jul 07 Jul 21 Wellington. BC D Queenstown, where an orientation Oct 07 Oct 21 Aug 04 Aug 18 personal degustation is prepared Oct 14 Oct 28 Aug 18 Sep 01 tour fi nishes this highlight day. Oct 21 Nov 04 Sep 01 Sep 15 for you from the freshest, quality Day 5: Wellington – Blenheim Oct 28 Nov 11 Sep 08 Sep 22 Hotel: Millennium Hotel, Queenstown, Nov 04 Nov 18 Sep 15 Sep 29 ingredients, including mouth- Visit Te Papa, the Museum of Nov 11 Nov 25 Sep 22 Oct 06 2 nights. B Nov 18 Dec 02 Sep 29 Oct 13 watering seafood and delicious New Zealand, with time to discover it Nov 25 Dec 09 Oct 06 Oct 20 Dec 02 Dec 16 Oct 13 Oct 27 desserts. yourself. Later, cruise the Cook Strait Day 11: Queenstown Included Choice Dec 09 Dec 23 Oct 20 Nov 03 Dec 16 Dec 30 Oct 27 Nov 10 Hotel: The Langham, Auckland. HD into tranquil Queen Charlotte Sound. Today choose one from a range Dec 23 Jan 06 Nov 03 Nov 17 Dec 30 Jan 13 Nov 10 Nov 24 The seaside village of Picton is next, of Included Choice sightseeing Nov 17 Dec 01 Day 2: Auckland – Rotorua Nov 24 Dec 08 then Blenheim for a city sightseeing experiences. You have the option 2015 After a sightseeing tour of Auckland, Dec 01 Dec 15 tour on arrival. to ride the Thunder Jet on Lake Jan 06 Jan 20 Dec 08 Dec 22 head south to trace New Zealand’s Jan 13 Jan 27 Dec 15 Dec 29 Hotel: Scenic Hotel Marlborough, Wakatipu, join a wine tour, play a Jan 20 Feb 03 Dec 22 Jan 05 longest river, the Waikato, to the Jan 27 Feb 10 Dec 29 Jan 12 Blenheim. BC D round of golf or take a gondola to the Feb 03 Feb 17 Waitomo Caves to visit the amazing Skyline Restaurant for dinner. Perhaps Glow Worm Grotto. A local guide Day 6: Blenheim – Christchurch take a 4WD minibus through Skippers Highlighted dates indicate Defi nite Departures. will lead you through the grotto by En route to the whale-watching Visit aatkings.com for additional Defi nite Canyon, relax with a spa treatment boat and you’ll walk in the limestone haven of Kaikoura, you’ll pass the Departure dates. at Millbrook Resort, go horse riding caves. On arrival in Rotorua an Grassmere Salt Works and see New or explore Queenstown on a Segway. orientation tour takes in views of Zealand fur seals up close at Ohau Prices | Land content only This evening cruise across Lake Lake Rotorua. You’re invited Point. Travelling onto Christchurch Wakatipu aboard New Zealand’s 15 days Auckland USD Twin CAD Twin this evening to the Tamaki Maori you’ll see the extensive work carried to Christchurch Per Person Per Person oldest steamship, the TSS Earnslaw, Code: ZAAC Marae for a very personal and out to rebuild the city after the to Walter Peak Station for a carvery 01 Apr 14 – 31 May 14 5195 5375 exclusive cultural evening. You’ll earthquake of February 2011. 01 Jun 14 – 30 Sep 14 4925 5095 Highlight Dinner at the Colonel’s be greeted by a powerful Haka Hotel: Novotel, Christchurch. B 01 Oct 14 – 31 Mar 15 5550 5725 Homestead. BC HD 01 Apr 15 – 31 May 15 5275 5450 challenge and spine-tingling Karanga. Day 7: Christchurch – Twizel 01 Jun 15 – 30 Sep 15 4995 5175 Spend time in their village of old Day 12: Queenstown – Franz Josef You’re invited t0 a country 01 Oct 15 – 29 Dec 15 5695 5875 experiencing Maori life. Enjoy a Maori Visit the historic gold mining village barbecue lunch on Morelea Farm, a Hangi feast with local wine and a of Arrowtown on the Arrow River. Single Supplement Option typical working sheep farm. You’ll concert in their private dining room. Enjoy the tastes of delicious stone 01 Apr 14 – 31 May 14 1425 1475 be welcomed into the home of your 01 Jun 14 – 30 Sep 14 1325 1365 Hotel: Millennium Hotel, Rotorua, fruit at Cromwell, the stone fruit hosts Angie & Stan Taylor and their 01 Oct 14 – 31 Mar 15 1440 1490 2 nights. B YD capital. See a trio of lakes, Dunstan, 01 Apr 15 – 31 May 15 1425 1475 240 hectare garden. On your way Hawea and Wanaka. Travel over 01 Jun 15 – 30 Sep 15 1325 1365 Day 3: Rotorua Included Choice to Twizel, see Lakes Tekapo and 01 Oct 15 – 29 Dec 15 1440 1490 the Haast Pass and view amazing Today choose one from a range Pukaki, visit the Church of the Good Thunder Creek Falls. Then it’s on to of Included Choice sightseeing Shepherd and soak up the alpine Flight Information Franz Josef Glacier, the world’s most Day 1 Flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm into Auckland experiences. You have the option to scenery of Mount Cook National Park. Day 15 Flights anytime from Auckland accessible and still advancing glacier. join the Kiwi Encounter at Rainbow Hotel: MacKenzie Country Inn, Hotel: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier Springs Nature Park, discover Maori Twizel. B YL D (Douglas Wing), Franz Josef. BC D culture at Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Day 8: Twizel – Dunedin Wonderland, see the Agrodome Farm Day 13: Franz Josef – Punakaiki Early Payment Savings View the Waitaki Hydro Power Show, relax in the seclusion of your See Franz Josef Glacier from the air Scheme and Benmore Dam. Travel own hot mineral pool or unwind with or take a glacier hike (both optional). Save up to through Oamaru to Dunedin for a a facial treatment in the Lake Spa Depart for Hokitika, home of the sightseeing tour of the city. usD CAD Retreat at the Polynesian Spa. Maybe greenstone (jade) for a factory 820 848 Hotel: Scenic Hotel Southern Cross, per couple per couple ride the amphibious Rotorua Duck or visit and jewellery demonstration. Dunedin. B D the luge at Rotorua Skyline. BC Later, travel to Punakaiki to view the when you pay in full on or before 27 January 2014 Day 9: Dunedin – Te Anau Pancake Rocks and Blowholes. Included Choice Farm Stay This morning choose one from a Hotel: Punakaiki Resort, Punakaiki. B D More ways to save range of Included Choice sightseeing Day 14: Punakaiki – Christchurch experiences. You have the option to Young traveller Save usd550 | cad565 Tonight you have the option Travel via Greymouth to Arthur’s Pass tour Larnach Castle, ride the historic Triple share Save usd275 | cad285 of staying at your hotel or being where you’ll board the TranzAlpine Taieri Gorge Railway or take the Kings Club Save up to usd273 | cad282 welcomed with a small group train to travel through the Southern Monarch Wildlife Cruise. Or choose of fellow travellers to a local Alps to Christchurch. You’ll join your Discounts are per person off the above prices. For from a visit to Cadbury World or more details see page 13. Note: Itinerary, departure Tour Director and new-found friends farm. Enjoy wholesome meals, Speight’s Brewery. Travel across rich dates & prices may change from 01/10/14. this evening for a Farewell Dinner. comfortable accommodation and fertile sheep-fi lled farming land to Te Hotel: Novotel, Christchurch. B FD a farm tour to introduce you to the Anau, on the shores of Lake Te Anau. way of life. Hotel: Distinction Hotel, Te Anau. B D Day 15: Farewell from Christchurch Your vacation concludes this morning Day 10: Te Anau – Queenstown Day 4: Rotorua – Wellington after breakfast. You’ll be transferred See rainforest, ancient glaciers, Travelling from the mountains to to Christchurch Airport for your mountain ranges and the hand- the sea, you’ll view Huka Falls and onward fl ight.B 42 Southern Spectacular
Milford Sound Highlights View mighty Mt. Cook PUNAKAIKI 1 Greymouth Arthur’s Pass Church of the Good Shepherd Hokitika TranzAlpine FRANZ JOSEF Mt. Train Cruise on Milford Sound GLACIER 1 Cook 1 1 Haast CHRISTCHURCH Day at leisure in Queenstown Milford Sound 1 TWIZEL Cruise on the TSS Earnslaw 2 QUEENSTOWN Oamaru Bowen Falls and Mitre Peak TSS Earnslaw TE ANAU 1 1 DUNEDIN View Franz Josef Glacier Jade Jewellery demonstration 1 2 Night Stopovers See the Pancake Rocks and Airfares are not included in holiday price Blowholes at Punakaiki TranzAlpine Train journey ‘You’re Invited’ experience
Punakaiki Pancake Rocks Mount Cook Morelea Farm 43 Guided 10 days Vacations
10 days from Inclusions Dining usD 3375 Experienced Tour Director Breakfast of Choice (2) BC and Driver Guide Full Buffet Breakfasts (7) B CAD 3475 You’re Invited Lunch (1) YL Quality accommodation Per Person Twin Share Highlight Dinner (1) HD Travel by luxury coach Hotel Dinners (5) D Included Choice experiences Christchurch to Christchurch Farewell Dinner (1) FD Code: ZCQR
2014 2015 continued Start End Start End Apr 06 Apr 15 Feb 15 Feb 24 Day 5: Te Anau – Queenstown Thunder Creek Falls and take a small Apr 13 Apr 22 Feb 22 Mar 03 Itinerary Apr 20 Apr 29 Mar 01 Mar 10 You’ll be awe-struck by the rainforest walk. Then it’s on to Apr 27 May 06 Mar 08 Mar 17 magnifi cence of the World Heritage Franz Josef Glacier, the world’s most May 4 May 13 Mar 15 Mar 24 Day 1: Welcome to Christchurch May 11 May 20 Mar 22 Mar 31 Fiordland National Park. Amazing accessible glacier. Jun 15 Jun 24 Mar 29 Apr 07 On arrival at Christchurch Airport Jul 13 Jul 22 Apr 05 Apr 14 photo opportunities await you as Hotel: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier, Aug 10 Aug 19 Apr 12 Apr 21 you will be transferred to your hotel. Aug 24 Sep 02 Apr 19 Apr 28 you see rainforest, ancient glaciers, Franz Josef. BC D Sep 07 Sep 16 Apr 26 May 05 Meet your Tour Director and fellow mountain ranges and the hand- Sep 14 Sep 23 May 03 May 12 travellers this evening for a Welcome Day 8: Franz Josef – Punakaiki Sep 21 Sep 30 May 10 May 19 made Homer Tunnel. Pass the Sep 28 Oct 07 Jun 14 Jun 23 Reception. There is time this morning to explore Oct 05 Oct 14 Jul 12 Jul 21 Mirror Lake, Pop’s Lookout, Cleddau Oct 12 Oct 21 Aug 09 Aug 18 Hotel: Novotel, Christchurch. Franz Josef Glacier. You can see it Oct 19 Oct 28 Aug 23 Sep 01 Valley and the Chasm. Your cruise Oct 26 Nov 04 Sep 06 Sep 15 from the air on an optional fl ight Nov 02 Nov 11 Sep 13 Sep 22 Day 2: Christchurch – Twizel on mystical Milford Sound will take Nov 09 Nov 18 Sep 20 Sep 29 (weather permitting) or take a Nov 16 Nov 25 Sep 27 Oct 06 You’re invited to discover an you past Bowen Falls and Mitre Nov 23 Dec 02 Oct 04 Oct 13 glacier hike! Depart for Hokitika, Nov 30 Dec 09 Oct 11 Oct 20 authentic taste of New Zealand Peak. Afterwards, travel over the Dec 07 Dec 16 Oct 18 Oct 27 home of the native greenstone Dec 14 Dec 23 Oct 25 Nov 03 country life at a barbecue lunch Devil’s Staircase, along the shores Dec 21 Dec 30 Nov 01 Nov 10 (jade), for a factory visit and Dec 28 Jan 06 Nov 08 Nov 17 on Morelea Farm, a working sheep of Lake Wakatipu on your way to Nov 15 Nov 24 jewellery demonstration. Later, 2015 Nov 22 Dec 01 farm. You’ll be welcomed into the Queenstown. An orientation tour Jan 04 Jan 13 travel to Punakaiki to view the Nov 29 Dec 08 home of your hosts Angie and Stan of New Zealand’s adventure capital Jan 11 Jan 20 Dec 06 Dec 15 Pancake Rocks and Blowholes. Jan 18 Jan 27 Dec 13 Dec 22 Taylor and their 240 hectare garden. fi nishes this highlight day. Jan 25 Feb 03 Dec 20 Dec 29 You’ll stay in an eco-friendly resort Feb 01 Feb 10 Dec 27 Jan 05 Later see Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, Hotel: Millennium Hotel, Queenstown, Feb 08 Feb 17 right on the waterfront. visit the Church of the Good Shepherd 2 nights. B Hotel: Punakaiki Resort, Punakaiki. B D Highlighted dates indicate Defi nite Departures. and soak up the alpine scenery of Day 6: Queenstown Included Choice Visit aatkings.com for additional Defi nite Mount Cook National Park. Day 9: Punakaiki – Christchurch Departure dates. Today choose one from a range Hotel: MacKenzie Country Inn, Enjoy some free time before of Included Choice sightseeing Twizel. B YL D travelling via Greymouth to experiences. You have the option Arthur’s Pass where you’ll board the Day 3: Twizel – Dunedin to ride the Thunder Jet on Lake Prices | Land content only TranzAlpine train, one of the Start your day with a drive along Wakatipu, join a wine tour, play a top six train journeys in the world, 10 days Christchurch USD Twin CAD Twin the Waitaki River. View the Waitaki round of golf or take a gondola to to Christchurch Per Person Per Person to travel through the Southern Code: ZCQR Hydro Power Scheme and Benmore the Skyline Restaurant for dinner. Alps to your accommodation in 01 Apr 14 – 31 May 14 3575 3695 Dam. Travel through Oamaru, with Perhaps take a 4WD minibus Christchurch. Join your Tour Director 01 Jun 14 – 30 Sep 14 3375 3475 its famous white limestone buildings, through Skippers Canyon, relax 01 Oct 14 – 31 Mar 15 3825 3925 and new-found friends this evening to Dunedin for a tour of the city. with a spa treatment at Millbrook 01 Apr 15 – 31 May 15 3625 3750 for a Farewell Dinner. 01 Jun 15 – 30 Sep 15 3425 3525 You have free time this afternoon to Resort, go horse riding or explore Hotel: Novotel, Christchurch. B FD 01 Oct 15 – 27 Dec 15 3925 4025 explore at your own pace. Queenstown on a Segway. This Hotel: Scenic Hotel Southern Cross, evening cruise across Lake Wakatipu Day 10: Farewell from Christchurch Single Supplement Option Dunedin. B D aboard New Zealand’s oldest Your vacation concludes this morning 01 Apr 14 – 31 May 14 970 1000 01 Jun 14 – 30 Sep 14 890 920 steamship, the TSS Earnslaw, to after breakfast. You’ll be transferred to Day 4: Dunedin Included Choice – 01 Oct 14 – 31 Mar 15 990 1025 Walter Peak Station for a carvery Christchurch Airport for your onward Te Anau 01 Apr 15 – 31 May 15 970 1000 Highlight Dinner at the Colonel’s fl i g h tB . 01 Jun 15 – 30 Sep 15 890 920 Today choose one from a range Homestead. An entertaining after- 01 Oct 15 – 27 Dec 15 990 1025 of Included Choice sightseeing dinner farm show provides a glimpse experiences. You have the option to Flight Information into high-country farm life. BC HD Day 1 Flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm into tour Larnach Castle, ride the Taieri Christchurch Gorge Railway or take the Monarch Day 7: Queenstown – Franz Josef Day 10 Flights anytime from Christchurch Wildlife Cruise to see the Penguins Visit the historic gold mining village and the Royal Albatross. Perhaps visit of Arrowtown on the Arrow River, Cadbury World or Speight’s Brewery. previously one of the world’s richest Early Payment Savings Later, travel across rich fertile sheep- rivers. Enjoy the tastes of delicious fi lled farming land to Te Anau, on the stone fruit at Cromwell, the stone shores of Lake Te Anau, the South fruit capital. See a trio of lakes, Island’s largest lake. Dunstan, Hawea and Wanaka. Travel Save up to Hotel: Distinction Hotel, Te Anau. B D over the Haast Pass, view amazing per usD 564 couple per CAD 582 couple The incandescence of thousands of when you pay in full on or before 27 January 2014 tiny glow worms is a magical sight. tania Tour Director More ways to save Optional Experience: Young traveller Save usd375 | cad390 Triple share Save usd190 | cad195 Te Anau Glow Worm Caves Kings Club Save up to usd179 | cad184 Your adventure begins with a scenic cruise across Lake Te Anau to Discounts are per person off the above prices. For more details see page 13. Note: Itinerary, departure Cavern House. As you explore the caves by path and small boat with dates & prices may change from 01/10/14. your Guide your senses will be overwhelmed. Observe how the rushing water sculpts the rock formations, before gliding through silent darkness to the glow Worm Grotto. Ask your Tour Director for details. 44 New Zealand Contrasts
Maori Culture
Day 5: Auckland – Rotorua Day 7: Rotorua – Wellington Itinerary After an Auckland City Sights tour View the Huka Falls, visit Taupo Highlights you trace the Waikato River to and drive along shores of its lake. Day 1: Welcome to Auckland Waitomo Caves. Tour the amazing Discover the alpine scenery of After your airport transfer and hotel Bay of Islands cruise to the Glow Worm Grotto by boat. Then Mt. Ruapehu, Tongariro National check-in, explore Auckland your arrive in Rotorua for an orientation Park and the dairy farms of ‘Hole in the Rock’ way. Evening Welcome Reception tour. Tonight enjoy a traditional Manawatu. Travel along the Kapiti with your Tour Director and fellow Tour the Waitomo Caves Maori Hangi feast and concert at the Coast into Wellington, for a city tour. passengers. Tamaki Family Marae. Hotel: Travelodge, Wellington. B D Hotel: Mercure Hotel, Auckland Auckland City Sights Hotel: Ibis Hotel, Rotorua, Day 8: Wellington – Picton Day 2: Auckland – Bay of Islands 2 nights. B HD A morning of ‘Free Time’, followed Maori Hangi and concert Depart Auckland and travel Day 6: Rotorua Sights by a visit to Te Papa, the Museum along the Hibiscus Coast to the Agrodome Sheep Show Visit the Agrodome Sheep Show, then of New Zealand. Then you’ll cruise beautiful Bay of Islands. Take a enjoy an afternoon of ‘Free Time’ Queen Charlotte Sound and later scenic cruise through game fi shing Visit Te Papa – visit Rainbow Springs, abundant travel to the seaside village of Picton. waters to Cape Brett and, weather with Rainbow Trout and native Hotel: Beachcomber, Picton. B D Cruise on Milford Sound permitting, through the famous fauna including the kiwi or Te Puia, ‘Hole in the Rock’ formation. The Day 9: Picton – Christchurch where a local Maori will guide you Cruise on the TSS Earnslaw return cruise to Paihia meanders Get up close and personal with some through the Geothermal valley with through picturesque islands – see New Zealand fur seals at Ohau Point, its mud pools and geysers. B View Franz Josef Glacier deserted sandy beaches and watch whales at Kaikoura, (optional TranzAlpine Train Journey secluded bays and keep your eyes scenic Whale Watching fl ight) and peeled for the marine life. travel across the Canterbury Plains Maori cultural experience Hotel: Copthorne Hotel & Resort to Christchurch. (Garden View), Bay of Islands, Hotel: Ibis Hotel, Christchurch. B 2 nights. B D Day 10: Christchurch – Omarama Day 3: Bay of Islands ‘Day at Leisure’ Free time to relax this morning. Later Explore the Bay of Islands. Dolphin see Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, visit watch, catch a ferry to Russell, drive the Church of the Good Shepherd along the 90 Mile Beach, sail or sea- and soak up the alpine scenery of kayak. B Mt. Cook National Park (optional Mt. Farm Stay Option Cook scenic fl ight). Day 4: Bay of Islands – Auckland Hotel: Heritage Gateway Hotel, You have the opportunity to visit the Enjoy genuine New Zealand Omarama. B D Waitangi Treaty Reserve, where hospitality this evening and spend New Zealand’s founding document, Day 11: Omarama – Dunedin the Treaty of Waitangi, was signed. the night on a nearby farm. Your day starts along the Waitaki You’ll see highlights such as the You’ll enjoy wholesome meals, River with the Waitaki Hydro Power Maori War Canoe and Meeting comfortable accommodation Scheme and Benmore Dam. Travel House (Marae). This afternoon enjoy and a farm tour to introduce you through Oamaru with its famous the lush farmland scenery as you to the way of life. Additional cost white limestone buildings to return to Auckland. per person USD65/CAD70. Dunedin, where you tour the city. Hotel: Mercure Hotel, Auckland. B D Then you’ve got the afternoon to Milford Sound 45 Guided 17 day s Vacations
17 days from Inclusions Dining usD Experienced Tour Director Full Buffet Breakfasts (16) B 4050 and Driver Guide Highlight Dinners (2) HD CAD 2 BAY OF 4175 Comfortable accommodation Hotel Dinners (9) D ISLANDS Per Person Twin Share Travel by luxury coach Auckland to Christchurch AUCKLAND 1 1 Code: LABC 2014 2015 Start End Start End Apr 05 Apr 21 Jan 03 Jan 19 Waitomo Caves 2 ROTORUA Apr 26 May 12 Jan 10 Jan 26 May 03 May 19 Jan 17 Feb 02 Jun 07 Jun 23 Jan 24 Feb 09 Taupo Jul 05 Jul 21 Jan 31 Feb 16 Mt. Ruapehu Aug 02 Aug 18 Feb 07 Feb 23 Aug 16 Sep 01 Feb 14 Mar 02 Aug 30 Sep 15 Feb 21 Mar 09 Sep 13 Sep 29 Feb 28 Mar 16 Sep 20 Oct 06 Mar 07 Mar 23 Oct 04 Oct 20 Mar 28 Apr 13 Oct 11 Oct 27 Apr 04 Apr 20 Oct 18 Nov 03 Apr 25 May 11 Oct 25 Nov 10 May 02 May 18 1 1 Nov 01 Nov 17 Jun 06 Jun 22 PICTON Nov 08 Nov 24 Jul 04 Jul 20 WELLINGTON Nov 15 Dec 01 Aug 01 Aug 17 Nov 22 Dec 08 Aug 15 Aug 31 Arthur’s Dec 06 Dec 22 Aug 29 Sep 14 Pass Kaikoura Dec 13 Dec 29 Sep 12 Sep 28 Hokitika Dec 20 Jan 05 Sep 19 Oct 05 TranzAlpine Train Dec 27 Jan 12 Mt. FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER 1 Cook 1 1 CHRISTCHURCH Haast Christchurch to Auckland Code: LCBA 1 OMARAMA Milford Sound 2014 2015 2 QUEENSTOWN Start End Start End Oamaru Apr 14 Apr 30 Jan 05 Jan 21 1 Apr 21 May 07 Jan 12 Jan 28 TE ANAU May 12 May 28 Jan 15 Jan 31 May 19 Jun 04 Jan 19 Feb 04 1 DUNEDIN Jun 23 Jul 09 Jan 26 Feb 11 Jul 21 Aug 06 Jan 29 Feb 14 1 2 Aug 18 Sep 03 Feb 02 Feb 18 Night Stopovers Sep 01 Sep 17 Feb 05 Feb 21 Sep 08 Sep 24 Feb 09 Feb 25 Mt. Cook Airfares are not included in holiday price Sep 15 Oct 01 Feb 12 Feb 28 Oct 06 Oct 22 Feb 16 Mar 04 Oct 13 Oct 29 Feb 19 Mar 07 Oct 20 Nov 05 Feb 23 Mar 11 Oct 27 Nov 12 Feb 26 Mar 14 Nov 03 Nov 19 Mar 02 Mar 18 yourself – take a Wildlife Cruise, Cromwell and its sensational stone largest town on the West Coast, Nov 10 Nov 26 Mar 09 Mar 25 Nov 17 Dec 03 Mar 16 Apr 01 visit the Cadbury Chocolate Factory fruit. Then it’s a trio of lakes – Lake to Arthur’s Pass to board the Dec 01 Dec 17 Mar 23 Apr 08 Dec 08 Dec 24 Apr 13 Apr 29 or ride the historic Taieri Gorge Dunstan, Hawea, Wanaka. Travel TranzAlpine, one of the top Dec 15 Dec 31 Apr 20 May 06 Dec 22 Jan 07 May 11 May 27 Railway. through Haast Pass, view Thunder 6 train journeys in the world. Dec 29 Jan 14 May 18 Jun 03 Hotel: Scenic Hotel Dunedin City. B D Creek Falls, take a rainforest walk. This spectacular journey takes you Final stop is Franz Josef Glacier, a through the Southern Alps and Highlighted dates indicate Defi nite Departures. Day 12: Dunedin – Te Anau Visit aatkings.com for additional Defi nite rare, still advancing glacier (optional across the Canterbury Plains to After a free morning, you’ll cross Departure dates and the reverse itinerary from scenic fl ight). Christchurch. This evening celebrate Christchurch to Auckland (Code: LCBA) sheep-fi lled farming land to the Hotel: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier, your vacation at a dinner with your South Island’s biggest lake and Franz Josef. B D Tour Director and new-found friends. the town of Te Anau. Optional Hotel: Ibis Hotel, Christchurch. B D Prices | Land content only Glow Worm Caves tour tonight. Day 16: Franz Josef – Christchurch 17 days Auckland to USD Twin CAD Twin Hotel: Luxmore Hotel, Te Anau. B D You’ll visit Hokitika, home of Day 17: Farewell from Christchurch Christchurch or v.v. Per Person Per Person the native greenstone (jade), Your vacation concludes this Codes: LABC/LCBA Day 13: Te Anau – Queenstown for a factory visit and jewellery morning after breakfast. You’ll be 01 Apr 14 – 31 May 14 4250 4375 Journey from Fiordland National 01 Jun 14 – 30 Sep 14 4050 4175 demonstration fi rst up. Travel transferred to Christchurch Airport Park to Milford Sound, where you 01 Oct 14 – 31 Mar 15 4550 4675 through Greymouth, the for your onward fl ight. B 01 Apr 15 – 31 May 15 4295 4450 will cruise on the waters of this 01 Jun 15 – 19 Sep 15 4095 4225 natural wonder. Witness Mirror Lake, Cleddau Valley, the Chasm, Mitre Single Supplement Option Peak and Bowen Falls. Travel along 01 Apr 14 – 31 May 14 1410 1455 01 Jun 14 – 30 Sep 14 1330 1375 the Devil’s Staircase and the shores 01 Oct 14 – 31 Mar 15 1430 1475 of Lake Wakatipu. A sightseeing 01 Apr 15 – 31 May 15 1410 1455 tour on arrival in Queenstown will 01 Jun 15 – 19 Sep 15 1330 1375 complete this highlight day. Flight Information Hotel: Mercure Queenstown Resort, Day 1 Flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm into Auckland 2 nights. B (LABC)/Christchurch (LCBA) Day 17 Flights anytime from Christchurch (LABC) Day 14: Queenstown ‘Day at Leisure’ Day 17 Flights anytime from Auckland (LCBA) Explore exciting Queenstown your way – from wine and garden tours enjoy all that this breathtaking Early Payment Savings to jet boat rides and white water area has to offer - scenery, rafting. This evening cruise across Lake Wakatipu aboard New Zealand’s peace & quiet. Save up to oldest steamship, the TSS Earnslaw, Mark Tour Director usD 670 CAD 692 to Walter Peak Station for a carvery per couple per couple Highlight Dinner at the Colonel’s when you pay in full on or before 27 January 2014 Homestead. An entertaining after- Optional Experience: dinner farm show provides a glimpse Skipper’s Canyon Queenstown into high-country farm life. Why not More ways to save join in a sing-a-long on your cruise Located in Queenstown’s backcountry, Skippers Canyon is one of New Young traveller Save usd450 | cad465 back to Queenstown. B HD Zealand’s best kept secrets. You will travel on Skippers Road alongside Triple share Save usd225 | cad230 the Shotover River at a leisurely pace. You’ll then reach Skippers Point Kings Club Save up to usd212 | cad219 Day 15: Queenstown – Franz Josef in the Mount Aurum Conservation Area and enjoy morning tea. Ask The fi rst stop is Arrowtown. Next is Discounts are per person off the above prices. For your Tour Director for details. more details see page 13. Note: Itinerary, departure dates & prices may change from 01/10/14. 46 New Zealand Marvel
Bay of Islands
AUCKLAND 1 Milford Sound
Waitomo Caves 2 ROTORUA Taupo Mt. Ruapehu Highlights TranzAlpine Train Journey PICTON 1 1 WELLINGTON View Franz Josef Glacier Arthur’s Pass Kaikoura Cruise on Milford Sound Hokitika TranzAlpine Train Mt. View Mighty Mt. Cook FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER 1 Cook 1 1 CHRISTCHURCH Haast Church of the Good Shepherd 1 OMARAMA Milford Sound 2 QUEENSTOWN Te Papa Museum of New TranzAlpine Train Oamaru TE ANAU 1 Zealand 1 DUNEDIN Maori Hangi and concert 1 2 Night Stopovers Agrodome Sheep Show Local touring options Airfares are not included in holiday price Tour the Glow Worm Grotto Explore capital city Wellington Maori cultural experience
Waitomo Caves TSS Earnslaw Maori Concert & Hangi 47 Guided 14 days Vacations
14 days from Inclusions Dining Per Experienced Tour Director Full Buffet Breakfasts (13) B usD 3295 Person Twin and Driver Guide Highlight Dinners (2) HD CAD 3395 Share Comfortable accommodation Hotel Dinners (8) D Travel by luxury coach Christchurch to Auckland Code: LCCA 2014 2015 Start End Start End Apr 14 Apr 27 Jan 05 Jan 18 Apr 21 May 04 Jan 12 Jan 25 May 12 May 25 Jan 15 Jan 28 May 19 Jun 01 Jan 19 Feb 01 photo opportunities afforded by and concert and gain an insight into Jun 23 Jul 06 Jan 26 Feb 08 Itinerary the Mirror Lake, Pop’s Lookout, Maori culture. Jul 21 Aug 03 Jan 29 Feb 11 Aug 18 Aug 31 Feb 02 Feb 15 Cleddau Valley, the Chasm, Mitre Peak Hotel: Ibis Hotel, Rotorua, 2 nights. B HD Sep 01 Sep 14 Feb 05 Feb 18 Day 1: Welcome to Christchurch Sep 08 Sep 21 Feb 09 Feb 22 and Bowen Falls. Then return to Sep 15 Sep 28 Feb 12 Feb 25 On arrival at Christchurch Airport Day 12: Rotorua Sights Oct 06 Oct 19 Feb 16 Mar 01 Te Anau. Tonight you have the option Oct 13 Oct 26 Feb 19 Mar 04 you’ll be transferred to your hotel. You Visit the Agrodome Sheep Show, the Oct 20 Nov 02 Feb 23 Mar 08 to visit the Te Anau Glow Worm Caves. Oct 27 Nov 09 Feb 26 Mar 11 have time at leisure before a Welcome multi-award-winning stage show, for Nov 03 Nov 16 Mar 02 Mar 15 Hotel: Luxmore Hotel, Te Anau. B D Nov 10 Nov 23 Mar 09 Mar 22 Reception and dinner with your Tour a sample of farm life where you’ll gain Nov 17 Nov 30 Mar 16 Mar 29 Dec 01 Dec 14 Mar 23 Apr 05 Director and fellow travellers. Day 6: Te Anau – Dunedin an exciting and informative insight Dec 08 Dec 21 Apr 13 Apr 26 Dec 15 Dec 28 Apr 20 May 03 Hotel: Ibis Hotel, Christchurch. D Cross sheep-fi lled farming land to into agriculture in New Zealand. See Dec 22 Jan 04 May 11 May 24 Dunedin for a city tour. With ‘Free the art of sheep shearing, sheepdog Dec 29 Jan 11 May 18 May 31 Day 2: Christchurch – Franz Josef Time’ this afternoon, consider a demonstrations, cow milking, bottle First up this morning you’ll board wildlife cruise to see the Penguins feeding of lambs and an exciting Auckland to Christchurch the TranzAlpine, one of the top 6 and Royal Albatross, a visit the sheep auction. Then enjoy an Code: LAAC train journeys in the world. This Cadbury Factory or ride the Taieri afternoon of ‘Free Time’ – perhaps spectacular journey takes you across 2014 2015 Gorge Railway. visit Rainbow Springs, abundant Start End Start End the Canterbury Plains and through Apr 01 Apr 14 Jan 06 Jan 19 Hotel: Scenic Hotel Dunedin City. B D with Rainbow Trout and native fauna Apr 08 Apr 21 Jan 13 Jan 26 the Southern Alps to Arthur’s Pass. Apr 29 May 12 Jan 20 Feb 02 including the kiwi, or Te Puia, where a May 06 May 19 Jan 27 Feb 09 Later, visit Hokitika home of the native Day 7: Dunedin – Omarama Jun 10 Jun 23 Feb 03 Feb 16 local Maori will guide you through the Jul 08 Jul 21 Feb 10 Feb 23 greenstone (jade) for a factory visit You have the opportunity to visit Aug 05 Aug 18 Feb 17 Mar 02 geothermal valley with its mud pools Aug 19 Sep 01 Feb 24 Mar 09 and jewellery demonstration. Next Larnach Castle, New Zealand’s only Sep 02 Sep 15 Mar 03 Mar 16 and geysers. B Sep 16 Sep 29 Mar 10 Mar 23 stop is Franz Josef Glacier – a rare, castle. Travel through Oamaru, Sep 23 Oct 06 Mar 31 Apr 13 Oct 07 Oct 20 Apr 07 Apr 20 still advancing glacier (optional scenic famous for its limestone buildings, Oct 14 Oct 27 Apr 28 May 11 Oct 21 Nov 03 May 05 May 18 Franz Josef Glacier fl ight available). passing the Waitaki Hydro Power Oct 28 Nov 10 Jun 09 Jun 22 Hotel: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier Nov 04 Nov 17 Jul 07 Jul 20 Scheme and the Benmore Dam on Nov 11 Nov 24 Aug 04 Aug 17 (Graham Wing), Franz Josef. B D your way to Omarama. Nov 18 Dec 01 Aug 18 Aug 31 Nov 25 Dec 08 Sep 01 Sep 14 Hotel: Heritage Gateway Hotel, Dec 09 Dec 22 Sep 15 Sep 28 Day 3: Franz Josef – Queenstown Dec 16 Dec 29 Sep 22 Oct 05 Omarama. B D Dec 23 Jan 05 Travel through the Haast Pass, Dec 30 Jan 12 view Thunder Creek Falls and take Day 8: Omarama – Christchurch Highlighted dates indicate Defi nite Departures. Visit a rainforest walk. Then it’s a trio of Soak up the scenery of Mt. Cook aatkings.com for additional Defi nite Departure dates & the reverse itinerary from Auckland to Christchurch lakes – Wanaka, Hawea, Dunstan. National Park (optional scenic fl ight (Code: LAAC) Next up try sumptuous stone fruit available). See Lake Pukaki and Lake at Cromwell, the stone fruit capital. Tekapo, visit the Church of the Good Later, you’ll visit historic gold mining Shepherd and travel across the Farm Stay Option Prices | Land content only Arrowtown on the Arrow River, Canterbury Plains to Christchurch. 14 days Christchurch USD Twin CAD Twin previously one of the world’s richest Hotel: Ibis Hotel, Christchurch. B to Auckland or v.v. Per Person Per Person Enjoy genuine New Zealand Codes: LCCA/LAAC rivers. Arrive in Queenstown, New 01 Apr 14 – 31 May 14 3495 3625 Day 9: Christchurch – Picton Zealand’s adventure-capital for a hospitality this evening and 01 Jun 14 – 30 Sep 14 3295 3395 Travel along the rugged Pacifi c Ocean 01 Oct 14 – 31 Mar 15 3725 3850 sightseeing tour. spend the night on a nearby farm. 01 Apr 15 – 31 May 15 3550 3675 coast to Kaikoura, famous for its Hotel: Mercure Queenstown Resort, You’ll enjoy wholesome meals, 01 Jun 15 – 22 Sep 15 3350 3450 whales (optional whale watching 2 nights. B comfortable accommodation and Single Supplement Option fl ight available). Get up close and 01 Apr 14 – 31 May 14 1150 1185 a farm tour to introduce you to Day 4: Queenstown ‘Day at Leisure’ personal with some New Zealand 01 Jun 14 – 30 Sep 14 1075 1110 the way of life. Additional cost per 01 Oct 14 – 31 Mar 15 1170 1210 Explore exciting Queenstown your fur seals at Ohau Point. Pass the USD65/CAD70 01 Apr 15 – 31 May 15 1150 1185 way, all day. From wine and garden Grassmere Salt Works then travel to person . 01 Jun 15 – 22 Sep 15 1075 1110 tours to jet boat rides and white water the pretty seaside fi shing village of rafting, Queenstown will surprise and Picton for an orientation tour. Day 13: Rotorua – Auckland Flight Information Day 1 Flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm into exhilarate. This evening cruise across Hotel: Beachcomber, Picton. B D This morning travel through lush Christchurch (LCCA) Lake Wakatipu aboard New Zealand’s Waikato farmland to Waitomo Caves. Day 1 Flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm into Day 10: Picton – Wellington Auckland (LAAC) oldest steamship, the TSS Earnslaw, See the amazing underground Glow Cruise on Queen Charlotte Sound and Day 14 Flights anytime from Auckland (LCCA) to Walter Peak Station for a carvery Worm Grotto by boat and walk Day 14 Flights anytime from Christchurch (LAAC) across Cook Strait to Wellington for Highlight Dinner at the Colonel’s through the limestone caves. Later a city tour before ‘Free Time’ and then Homestead. An entertaining after- you’ll follow the Waikato River, New you’ll visit F Te Papa, the Museum of dinner farm show provides a glimpse Zealand’s longest river, into Auckland. New Zealand, where you’ll have time Early Payment Savings into high-country farm life. Why not Enjoy views from Mt. Eden before to explore New Zealand’s nature, art, join in a sing-a-long on your cruise continuing to your hotel. This evening history and cultural heritage. back to Queenstown. B HD celebrate your vacation at a dinner Save up to Hotel: Travelodge, Wellington. B D with your Tour Director. Day 5: Queenstown – Te Anau usD 552 CAD 570 Day 11: Wellington – Rotorua Hotel: Mercure Hotel, Auckland. B D Travel along the Devil’s Staircase per couple per couple Travel along the Kapiti Coast, past and the shores of Lake Wakatipu to Day 14: Farewell from Auckland when you pay in full on or before 27 January 2014 the dairy farms of Manawatu to Te Anau. You’ll be awe-struck by the Your vacation concludes this morning Tongariro National Park and discover great sights from Fiordland National after breakfast. You’ll be transferred the alpine scenery of Mt. Ruapehu. More ways to save Park, New Zealand’s largest, to Milford to Auckland Airport for your onward Visit Taupo and drive along the shores Young traveller Save usd370 | cad380 Sound, one of the world’s most fl i g h tB . of New Zealand’s largest lake. View Triple share Save usd185 | cad190 amazing places, where you’ll cruise on Huka Falls and pass the Wairakei Kings Club Save up to usd175 | cad181 the waters of this natural wonder. En Geothermal Power Station. Tonight route you’ll drive through the hand- Discounts are per person off the above prices. For enjoy a traditional Maori Hangi feast more details see page 13. Note: Itinerary, departure made Homer Tunnel to the abundant dates & prices may change from 01/10/14. 48 Southern Spotlight
Queenstown Highlights Travel the Canterbury Plains Church of the Good Shepherd Arthur’s Pass Hokitika TranzAlpine View mighty Mt. Cook Train FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER Mt. 1 Tour the sights of Dunedin Haast Cook 1 1 CHRISTCHURCH Cruise on Milford Sound Milford 1 OMARAMA Sound 2 QUEENSTOWN Mitre Peak and Bowen Falls Mt. Cook Oamaru 1 TE ANAU Visit historic Arrowtown 1 DUNEDIN Franz Josef Glacier
1 2 Night Stopovers Free day in Queenstown Airfares are not included in holiday price Cruise on the TSS Earnslaw TranzAlpine Train Journey
Franz Josef Glacier Larnach Castle Milford Sound Cruise 49 Guided 9 days Vacations
9 days from Inclusions Dining usD Experienced Tour Director Full Buffet Breakfasts (8) B 2175 and Driver Guide Highlight Dinner (1) HD CAD 2250 Comfortable accommodation Hotel Dinners (5) D Per Person Twin Share Travel by luxury coach Christchurch to Christchurch Code: LCQR/LRQC*
2014 2015 Start End Start End Apr 06 Apr 14 Jan 04 Jan 12 Mitre Peak, Bowen Falls, travel along walk. Final stop, majestic Franz Apr 13 Apr 21 Jan 05 Jan 13* Itinerary Apr 14 Apr 22* Jan 11 Jan 19 the Devil’s Staircase and the shores Josef Glacier – a rare, still advancing Apr 21 Apr 29* Jan 12 Jan 20* of Lake Wakatipu. A sightseeing glacier. Take the opportunity for an May 04 May 12 Jan 15 Jan 23* Day 1: Welcome to Christchurch May 11 May 19 Jan 18 Jan 26 tour on arrival in Queenstown will scenic flight over the spectacular May 12 May 20* Jan 19 Jan 27* On arrival in Christchurch you’ll be May 19 May 27* Jan 25 Feb 02 complete this highlight day. glacier (own expense). Jun 15 Jun 23 Jan 26 Feb 03* transferred to your hotel. There will Jun 23 Jul 01* Jan 29 Feb 06* Hotel: Mercure Queenstown Resort, Hotel: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier, Jul 13 Jul 21 Feb 01 Feb 09 be a Welcome Reception with your Jul 21 Jul 29* Feb 02 Feb 10* 2 nights. B (Graham Wing) Franz Josef. B D Aug 10 Aug 18 Feb 05 Feb 13* Tour Director and fellow travellers Aug 18 Aug 26* Feb 08 Feb 16 Aug 24 Sep 01 Feb 09 Feb 17* in the evening. Day 6: Queenstown ‘Day at Leisure’ Day 8: Franz Josef – Christchurch Sep 01 Sep 09* Feb 12 Feb 20* Sep 07 Sep 15 Feb 15 Feb 23 Hotel: Ibis Hotel, Christchurch. Explore exciting Queenstown your You’ll visit Hokitika, home of Sep 08 Sep 16* Feb 16 Feb 24* way, all day. From wine and garden the native greenstone (jade), Sep 15 Sep 23* Feb 19 Feb 27* Day 2: Christchurch – Omarama Sep 21 Sep 29 Feb 22 Mar 02 tours to jet boat rides and white for a factory visit and jewellery Sep 28 Oct 06 Feb 23 Mar 03* You have time at leisure this Oct 06 Oct 14* Feb 26 Mar 06* water rafting, Queenstown will demonstration first up. Travel Oct 12 Oct 20 Mar 01 Mar 09 morning. Later, travelling over Oct 13 Oct 21* Mar 02 Mar 10* surprise and exhilarate. This evening through Greymouth, the Oct 19 Oct 27 Mar 08 Mar 16 the patchwork countryside of the Oct 20 Oct 28* Mar 09 Mar 17* cruise across Lake Wakatipu aboard largest town on the West Coast, Oct 26 Nov 03 Mar 15 Mar 23 Canterbury Plains, the spectacular Oct 27 Nov 04* Mar 16 Mar 24* New Zealand’s oldest steamship, to Arthur’s Pass to board the sightseeing begins. Lake Tekapo Nov 02 Nov 10 Mar 23 Mar 31* the TSS Earnslaw, to Walter Peak TranzAlpine, one of the top 6 Nov 03 Nov 11* Apr 05 Apr 13 and Lake Pukaki are first up. Nov 09 Nov 17 Apr 12 Apr 20 Station for a carvery Highlight train journeys in the world. This Nov 10 Nov 18* Apr 13 Apr 21* Next you’ll visit the Church of the Nov 16 Nov 24 Apr 20 Apr 28* Dinner at the Colonel’s Homestead. spectacular journey takes you Nov 17 Nov 25* May 03 May 11 Good Shepherd before soaking up Nov 23 Dec 01 May 10 May 18 An entertaining after-dinner farm through the Southern Alps and Nov 30 Dec 08 May 11 May 19* the sensational alpine landscape of Dec 01 Dec 09* May 18 May 26* show provides a glimpse into high- across the Canterbury Plains to Dec 08 Dec 16* Jun 14 Jun 22 Mt. Cook National Park – a scenic Dec 14 Dec 22 Jun 22 Jun 30* country farm life. Why not join in a Christchurch. This evening celebrate Dec 15 Dec 23* Jul 12 Jul 20 highlight! You may choose to take an Dec 21 Dec 29 Jul 20 Jul 28* sing-a-long on your cruise back to your vacation at dinner with your Dec 22 Dec 30* Aug 09 Aug 17 optional scenic flight over Mt. Cook Dec 28 Jan 05 Aug 17 Aug 25* Queenstown. B HD Tour Director and new-found friends. Dec 29 Jan 06* Aug 23 Aug 31 (weather permitting). Aug 31 Sep 08* Hotel: Ibis Hotel, Christchurch. B D Sep 06 Sep 14 Hotel: Heritage Gateway Hotel, Day 7: Queenstown – Franz Josef Sep 07 Sep 15* Sep 14 Sep 22* Omarama. B D First stop, Arrowtown, on the Arrow Day 9: Farewell from Christchurch Sep 20 Sep 28 River. Second stop Cromwell and Your vacation concludes this Sep 27 Oct 05 Day 3: Omarama – Dunedin its sensational stone fruit. Then morning after breakfast. You’ll be Your day starts along the Waitaki Highlighted dates indicate Definite Departures. Visit it’s a trio of lakes – Lake Dunstan, transferred to Christchurch Airport River with the Waitaki Hydro aatkings.com for additional Definite Departure dates Lake Hawea, Lake Wanaka. Through for your onward flight. B and the reverse itinerary counter-clockwise from Power Scheme and Benmore Dam. Christchurch to Christchurch (*Code: LRQC) the Haast Pass, you view Thunder Travel through Oamaru with its Creek Falls and enjoy a rainforest famous white limestone buildings to Dunedin, where you’ll tour the Prices | Land content only historic city. Then you’ve got the 9 days Christchurch to USD Twin CAD Twin afternoon to yourself – take a Christchurch or v.v. Per Person Per Person Wildlife Cruise, visit the Cadbury Codes: LCQR/LRQC Chocolate Factory or ride the historic 01 Apr 14 – 31 May 14 2275 2350 01 Jun 14 – 30 Sep 14 2175 2250 Taieri Gorge Railway. 01 Oct 14 – 31 Mar 15 2450 2525 Hotel: Scenic Hotel Dunedin City. B D 01 Apr 15 – 31 May 15 2295 2395 01 Jun 15 – 27 Sep 15 2195 2275 Day 4: Dunedin – Te Anau Single Supplement Option After a morning of time to yourself, 01 Apr 14 – 31 May 14 730 755 during which you might like to tour 01 Jun 14 – 30 Sep 14 675 695 New Zealand’s Larnach Castle and 01 Oct 14 – 31 Mar 15 740 765 its stunning gardens, you’ll head 01 Apr 15 – 31 May 15 730 755 01 Jun 15 – 27 Sep 15 675 695 off across South Otago’s fertile, sheep-filled farming land en route to Te Anau, on the shores of Lake Flight Information Day 1 Flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm into Te Anau, the largest lake on the Christchurch South Island. Tonight you may Day 9 Flights anytime from Christchurch choose to travel by boat to the Te Anau Glow Worm Caves. Hotel: Luxmore Hotel, Te Anau. B D Early Payment Savings I could use words like “awe inspiring” Day 5: Te Anau – Queenstown and “breathtaking”, but in all honesty Save up to Today is a feast for the senses. You’ll be awe-struck by great sights from that doesn’t do the flight justice. Wow. usD 360 CAD 372 Fiordland National Park, New per couple per couple Bruce General Manager New Zealand Zealand largest, to Milford Sound, when you pay in full on or before 27 January 2014 where you’ll cruise on the waters of this natural wonder. Amazing photo Optional Experience: opportunities await you as you Glacier Scenic Helicopter Flight Franz Josef More ways to save see rainforests, ancient glaciers, Young traveller Save usd240 | cad250 mountain ranges and the hand- From a mantle of pure white snow, massive rivers of ice wind their Triple share Save usd120 | cad125 hewn Homer Tunnel. Along the way down glacier valleys – explore the glaciers, an incredible natural Kings Club Save up to usd114 | cad117 way you’ll see the Mirror Lake, Pop’s phenomenon on this 30-minute scenic helicopter flight. Highlights Lookout, Cleddau Valley, the Chasm, include a snow landing at the head of the Franz Josef or Fox Glacier. Discounts are per person off the above prices. For more details see page 13. Note: Itinerary, departure Ask your Tour Director for details. dates & prices may change from 01/10/14. 50 Southern Icons
Lake Wanaka Highlights TranzAlpine Train journey Visit a Jade Factory Franz Josef Glacier Tour
Arthur’s Hokitika Pass Haast River Safari jetboat ride TranzAlpine Train FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER 2 Mt. Cook 1 1 CHRISTCHURCH Queenstown extended stay Haast WANAKA Lake Tekapo Arrowtown 1 Cruise on Milford Sound Milford Sound Arrowtown 3 QUEENSTOWN View mighty Mt. Cook Te Anau Church of the Good Shepherd 1 2 3 Night Stopovers Maori cultural experience Airfares are not included in holiday price
Church of the Good Shepherd TranzAlpine Train Milford Sound 51 Guided 9 days Vacations
9 days from Inclusions Dining usD Experienced Tour Director Full Buffet Breakfasts (8) B 2350 and Driver Guide Highlight Dinner (1) HD CAD 2425 Comfortable accommodation Hotel Dinners (5) D Per Person Twin Share Travel by luxury coach Christchurch to Christchurch Code: ZCC
2014 2015 Start End Start End Apr 05 Apr 13 Feb 14 Feb 22 a local guide. Later you’ll arrive at Queenstown. Experience a Kiwi May 31 Jun 08 Feb 21 Mar 01 Aug 02 Aug 10 Feb 28 Mar 08 Itinerary Lake Wanaka. Haka Maori Show as well! B HD Sep 06 Sep 14 Mar 07 Mar 15 Hotel: Edgewater Resort, Wanaka. B D Oct 11 Oct 19 Mar 14 Mar 22 Day 1: Welcome to Christchurch Day 8: Queenstown – Christchurch Oct 18 Oct 26 Mar 21 Mar 29 Oct 25 Nov 02 Apr 04 Apr 12 On arrival in Christchurch you will be Day 5: Wanaka – Queenstown Travel past Mt. Cook National Park, Nov 08 Nov 16 May 30 Jun 07 Nov 15 Nov 23 Aug 01 Aug 09 transferred to your hotel for check- This morning pass Lakes Hawea home to New Zealand’s highest Nov 22 Nov 30 Sep 05 Sep 13 Dec 13 Dec 21 Oct 10 Oct 18 in. You’ll have free time to relax and Dunstan. Journey through mountain. You may wish to take Oct 17 Oct 25 2015 Oct 24 Nov 01 before a Welcome Reception and the Kawarau Gorge home of the an optional scenic fl ight (weather Jan 10 Jan 18 Nov 07 Nov 15 Jan 17 Jan 25 Nov 14 Nov 22 dinner with your Tour Director. bungy jump. Stop at Cromwell to permitting). This afternoon stop Jan 31 Feb 08 Nov 21 Nov 29 Hotel: Heartland Hotel Cotswold, taste its sensational stone fruit. at Lake Tekapo and view the Feb 07 Feb 15 Dec 12 Dec 20 Christchurch. D Enjoy a visit to Arrowtown, a Church of the Good Shepherd and Highlighted dates indicate Defi nite Departures. colourful old gold-mining township then continue over the colourful Day 2: Christchurch – Franz Josef Visit aatkings.com for additional Defi nite steeped in local history, before Canterbury Plains to Christchurch. Departure dates. First up this morning you’ll board continuing to Queenstown for your Tonight celebrate your vacation the TranzAlpine, one of the top 6 three night stay. at dinner with your travelling train journeys in the world. This Hotel: Heartland Hotel, Queenstown, companions and Tour Director. spectacular experience takes you 3 nights. B D Hotel: Heartland Hotel Cotswold, Prices | Land content only across the Canterbury Plains and Christchurch. B D 9 days Christchurch USD Twin CAD Twin through the Southern Alps to Day 6: Milford Sound Cruise to Christchurch Per Person Per Person Arthur’s Pass. Re-board your coach Today is a feast for the senses. Travel Day 9: Farewell from Christchurch Code: ZCC for the drive to Hokitika, home of along the Devil’s Staircase and the Your vacation concludes this 01 Apr 14 – 31 May14 2475 2550 01 Jun 14 – 30 Sep 14 2350 2425 the native greenstone (jade) for a shores of Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau morning after breakfast. You’ll be 01 Oct 14– 31 Mar 15 2650 2725 factory visit and demonstration, and its lake. You’ll be awe-struck by transferred to Christchurch Airport 01 Apr 15 – 30 May 15 2525 2595 before continuing south along great sights from Fiordland National for your onward fl ight. 01 Jun 15 – 30 Sep 15 2375 2450 B 01 Oct 14– 12 Dec 15 2725 2795 the rugged coastal road to Franz Park, New Zealand’s largest, to Josef Glacier. Milford Sound, one of the world’s Single Supplement Option most amazing places, where you 01 Apr 14 – 31 May14 715 740 Hotel: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier, 01 Jun 14 – 30 Sep 14 625 645 2 nights. B D will cruise on the waters of this 01 Oct 14– 31 Mar 15 730 755 natural wonder. En route you’ll drive 01 Apr 15 – 30 May 15 715 740 Day 3: Franz Josef Glacier through the hand-made Homer 01 Jun 15 – 30 Sep 15 625 645 Today you’ll explore Franz Josef 01 Oct 14– 12 Dec 15 730 755 Tunnel to the abundant photo Glacier with a local guide on an opportunities afforded by the Mirror interpretive tour. Then you’ll have Lake, Pop’s Lookout, Cleddau Valley, Flight Information the opportunity to take an optional Any fl ights referred to in the itinerary are at the the Chasm, Mitre Peak and Bowen client’s expense and are not included in the land scenic fi ght over the Franz Josef & Falls. In the late afternoon return to content price. Fox Glaciers and Mt. Cook (weather Day 1 Flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm into Queenstown, where you’ll have a Christchurch permitting). This evening, why not free evening. B Day 9 Flights anytime from Christchurch dine at one of the local cafés. B Day 7: Queenstown ‘Day at Leisure’ Day 4: Franz Josef – Wanaka Free time today gives you the Travel along the coastal road with opportunity to sample the many Early Payment Savings the towering mountains on your scenic delights of Queenstown. left and the Tasman Sea on your Perhaps take a jet boat ride or try right. Climb over the Haast Pass to white water rafting. For the less Save up to view Thunder Creek Falls and travel adventurous there are garden and per through dramatic mountain and wine tours. This evening ride the usD 392 couple forest scenery. You’ll stop for a ride Skyline Gondola to Bob’s Peak for per on the Haast River Safari, a unique CAD couple a delicious buffet Highlight Dinner 404 enclosed jet boat experience, with while taking in stunning views of when you pay in full on or before 27 January 2014 Franz Josef Glacier
More ways to save ready for a thrill? Young traveller Save usd260 | cad270 Queenstown is the Triple share Save usd130 | cad125 home of adventure. Kings Club Save up to usd124 | cad128
Discounts are per person off the above prices. For more details see page 13. Note: Itinerary, departure Henry Driver Guide dates & prices may change from 01/10/14.
Optional Experience: Shotover Jet Boat Ride Queenstown
The Shotover Jet takes you on a breathtaking ride through narrow spectacular canyons. It’s an amazing white water ride as your expert driver puts your Jet Boat through its paces and skilfully whips it past rocky outcrops, skims around crags and boulders, and speeds through the dramatic and narrow canyons. Ask your Tour Director for details. Mt. Cook 52 Short Breaks
2-19 day breaks with your choice of accommodation
Need some time off to recharge your batteries? AAT Kings Short Breaks could be just the thing you need. Ranging from 2 to 19 days in length, Short Breaks combine the must-see highlights of a destination with your choice of accommodation. Choose from our city and outback vacations that include day trip style touring combined with accommodation options for a hassle-free and flexible vacation. With 14 short break packages to choose from, you can discover the best of the Red Centre, Top End, Sydney, Melbourne, Cairns, Adelaide and New Zealand. Each day of your vacation you could be joined by a different Driver Guide so you can benefit from the breadth of their combined knowledge and years of experience. They’ll reveal so much more than you could learn if travelling on your own – they do what a guidebook can’t! With the largest range of Short Breaks, more coaches and fantastic service, don’t settle for anything less than travelling with the best.
To see all of AAT Kings Short Breaks visit aatkings.com/shortbreaks Short Short 53 Breaks Breaks Sydney & Melbourne & the Blue Mountains the Great Ocean Road 4 days | code: SS11 4 days | code: MM11
Sydney Harbour Bridge The Twelve Apostles
Manly Beach The Three Sisters Flinders Street, Melbourne Penguin Parade Highlights Departs Highlights Departs • Sydney Harbour Lunch Daily • City Sights Daily • Manly and Bondi Beaches Concludes • Native Australian Animals Concludes • Blue Mountains After breakfast on day 4 • Little Penguins After breakfast on day 4 • Featherdale Wildlife Park • The Twelve Apostles
Day 1: Welcome to Sydney Day 1 : Welcome to Melbourne On arrival at Sydney Airport you will be transferred to your hotel (fl ights On arrival at Melbourne Airport you will be transferred to your hotel anytime). The rest of the day is at leisure. Perhaps take a stroll through the (fl ights anytime). The rest of the day is at leisure. historic Rocks area and Circular Quay. Why not take a walk to the Sydney Hotel: Mercure Welcome (R) or Crowne Plaza (F), Melbourne, 3 nights. Opera House and watch the world go by as you relax in a café along Day 2 : City Sights – Penguin Parade the concourse. Experience the sights of cosmopolitan Melbourne. We’ll introduce you to Hotel: Vibe Hotel (R) or Four Points by Sheraton Darling Harbour (F), Parliament House, Queen Victoria Market and take you to visit the Royal Sydney, 3 nights. Botanic Gardens. Travel to the Maru Koala & Animal Park to see koalas, Day 2: Sydney Sights & Harbour Cruise Lunch kangaroos, Tasmanian Devils and other native animals. View the Nobbies This morning cross over the Sydney Harbour Bridge and pause at Milsons rock formations overlooking one of the most treacherous oceans in the Point to photograph fabulous views of the city skyline. Stop at Arabanoo world, Bass Strait. If you think the koalas are cute, just wait until you see the lookout for a spectacular panorama of the Manly headland. See Sydney’s Little Penguins on Phillip Island. Head down to Summerland Beach and just as white sandy northern beaches then feel the sand between your toes on the sun sets, the wild Little Penguins emerge from the sea after a hard days Manly Beach. Return to the city for a buffet luncheon cruise on Sydney fi shing and waddle across the sand to their dune burrows. B Harbour. This afternoon tour Sydney and see the Opera House, Royal Botanic Day 3 : Great Ocean Road Gardens and Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair. Finish your day with a visit to famous Admire panoramic views of the Melbourne city skyline before travelling along Bondi Beach, where you’ll have time to wander along the shoreline and dip Victoria’s famous Great Ocean Road. Drive through the beautiful coastal your toes in the clear cool water. B L towns of Anglesea, Lorne and Wye River and see spectacular Cape Patton. Day 3: Blue Mountains & Wildlife Park Arrive at the beautiful white sandy beaches of Apollo Bay. Drive through See the Three Sisters rock formation and enjoy views of the Jamison Valley. lush tree-fern gullies and towering mountain-ash rainforests of the Otway At Waradah Aboriginal Centre you’ll experience traditional dance, take part National Park. See the stone monoliths of the Twelve Apostles. Enjoy the in an interactive didgeridoo performance, examine authentic artworks and amazing shipwreck story of survival of the Loch Ard and visit its famous have the chance to purchase some Aboriginal artefacts. Visit Scenic World Gorge and Razorback Lookout. Visit the rock known as London Bridge, parts and ride the world’s steepest railway (own expense). Next stop is Leura with of which collapsed in recent years. B its charming antique shops. Visit the award-winning Featherdale Wildlife Day 4 : Farewell from Melbourne Park and pat a cuddly koala. See our amazing Australian animals including You will be transferred to Melbourne Airport to connect with your onward kangaroos, crocodiles, goannas and possums. B fl ight (fl ights anytime). B Day 4: Farewell from Sydney You will be transferred to Sydney Airport to connect with your onward fl ight (fl ights anytime). B
USD † CAD † USD † CAD † Prices Adult Twin USD Single Adult Twin CAD Single Prices Adult Twin USD Single Adult Twin CAD Single Standard R 825 1140 859 1184 Standard R 825 1090 859 1134 First Class F 950 1380 989 1439 First Class F 885 1185 919 1234
All prices are per person, land only. †Single traveller must pay the single price. All prices are per person, land only. †Single traveller must pay the single price. 54 Short Short Breaks Breaks Cairns Adelaide & the Great Barrier Reef & Kangaroo Island 4 days | code: CC11 5 days | code: ZZ11
Great Barrier Reef Seal Bay Conservation Park
Cairns Kuranda Railway Barossa Valley Admiral’s Arch Highlights Departs Highlights Departs • Great Barrier Reef Cruise Daily • Barossa Valley Wineries Daily • Aboriginal Culture Concludes • Seal Bay Conservation Park Concludes • Skyrail Cableway After breakfast on day 4 • Remarkable Rocks After breakfast on day 5 • Kuranda Railway • Admiral’s Arch Fur Seals
Day 1 : Welcome to Cairns Day 1: Welcome to Adelaide On arrival at Cairns Airport you will be transferred to your hotel (fl ights On arrival in Adelaide you will be transferred to your hotel (fl ights to arrive anytime). The rest of the day is at leisure for you to explore this vibrant city. prior to 9.00pm). The rest of the day is at leisure. Stroll along the Esplanade or simply relax in one of the many cafés or on the Hotel: Country Comfort (R) or Stamford Plaza (F), Adelaide, 2 nights. beach. Browse the night markets and the Pier Marketplace. Day 2: Barossa Valley Hotel: Rydges Esplanade (R) or Hilton Hotel (F), Cairns, 3 nights. The Barossa Valley is Australia’s largest wine-producing region, boasting Day 2 : Great Barrier Reef over 100 vineyards. Sample wines at Jacob’s Creek Visitor Centre. Travel to Board a high-speed catamaran and cruise out to the Great Barrier Reef. Mengler Hill Lookout for sweeping views over the valley and then on to Enjoy a reef education presentation by a marine naturalist and view the Saltram Wine Estate to taste some of their quality wines. Visit the South spectacular coral and tropical fi sh from the underwater observatory and the Australian Company Store and Kitchen for a delicious two-course lunch and semi-submersible craft. There is the opportunity to go snorkelling and view tastings from 2 boutique wineries. Wind your way through the picturesque this natural living wonder up-close (equipment provided). Enjoy a delicious hills to Hahndorf, Adelaide’s oldest German settlement, with free time to tropical buffet lunch. Return to Cairns early evening. B L explore the shops and galleries. Return to Adelaide this afternoon. B L Day 3 : Tjapukai – Skyrail – Kuranda Day 3: Adelaide – Kangaroo Island Visit the fascinating Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park. Upon arrival you Enjoy a scenic coach drive to Cape Jervis to board the ferry to Kangaroo will be greeted by your Indigenous guide who will escort you through the Island. Visit Clifford’s Honey Farm to enjoy an informative talk by the park as you discover this ancient culture through theatres, stage shows and beekeeper and the chance to sample honey ice-cream. Then travel on to demonstrations. Ride the Skyrail Cableway that takes you above the canopy Vivonne Bay Bistro for a delicious two-course lunch. Walk among the nation’s of the Barron Gorge National Park. On arrival in Kuranda there is free time to most accessible colony of sea lions with a local guide at the popular Seal Bay explore the ‘village in the rainforest’ and its many attractions, including the Conservation Park. Your last stop is Kingscote to see the daily pelican feeding. Heritage Markets. Board the Kuranda train for a historic journey travelling Hotel: Aurora Ozone Hotel, Executive Room (R) or Executive Seaview Room (F), through some of the oldest rainforest in the world, passing the spectacular Kangaroo Island. B L Stoney Creek Falls to Freshwater Station. B Day 4: Kangaroo Island – Adelaide Day 4 : Farewell from Cairns First stop is the Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery, where you may test the You will be transferred to Cairns Airport to connect with your onward fl ight products. Visit the Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park to feed kangaroos. See ( fl i g h t s a n y t i m e ) . B koalas at Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, and then enjoy a delicious two- course lunch at Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat. Later, walk around the Remarkable Rocks and continue to Admiral’s Arch to see playful New Zealand fur seals resting on the rocks below. Return to Adelaide late evening. Hotel: Country Comfort (R) or Stamford Plaza (F), Adelaide. B L Day 5: Farewell from Adelaide You will be transferred to Adelaide Airport to connect with your onward fl ight (fl ights anytime). B
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All prices are per person, land only. †Single traveller must pay the single price. All prices are per person, land only. †Single traveller must pay the single price. Short Short 55 Breaks Breaks Uluru Uluru Explorer & Kings Canyon 2 days | code: YY43 3 days | code: YK43
Uluru Sunset Kings Canyon
Walpa Gorge Mutitjulu Waterhole Uluru (Ayers Rock) Kata Tjuta (the Olgas)
Highlights Departs Daily (Apr-Oct) 2.30pm Highlights Departs Daily • Walpa Gorge and (Nov-Mar) 3.00pm • Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) Concludes • Uluru Sunset and Sunrise Concludes • Sunrise at Uluru 5.30pm (Oct-Mar) and 6.00pm (Apr-Sep) • Mutitjulu Waterhole 10.00am (Oct-Mar) and 11.00am • Sunset at Uluru at Ayers Rock Resort or 7.00pm (Oct-Mar) (Apr-Sep) at Ayers Rock Resort • Kings Canyon and 7.30pm (Apr-Sep) in Alice Springs
Day 1: Welcome to Uluru (Ayers Rock) – Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) Day 1: Welcome to Uluru (Ayers Rock) – Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) On arrival at Ayers Rock Airport you will be transferred to the resort (fl ights On arrival at Ayers Rock Airport you will be transferred to the resort (fl ights to arrive prior to 1.00pm or instead prior to 3.00pm with alternative afternoon to arrive prior to 1.00pm or instead prior to 3.00pm with alternative afternoon touring, see below*). This afternoon travel to Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) and touring, see below*). The afternoon is spent touring Kata Tjuta (the Olgas), continue to the base of Walpa Gorge. Spend time exploring the gorge and including a walk at Walpa Gorge. Travel to the sunset viewing area to enjoy the unusual conglomerate rock formations. Then travel to the Uluru sunset complimentary wine and canapés and watch the effect of the setting sun on viewing area to witness the striking colour changes of Uluru at sunset while the colour of Uluru. Don’t forget your camera! enjoying complimentary wine. You have the option of continuing on to our Hotel: Outback Pioneer Budget Rooms (B), Outback Pioneer Hotel (R), exclusive venue for an Aussie Barbecue Dinner with Uluru as your backdrop. Desert Gardens Hotel (S) or Sails in the Desert Hotel (F), Ayers Rock Resort. Enjoy sparkling wine on arrival and dine on a meal of steak, lamb sausages, Add-on the Uluru Barbecue Dinner for USD130/CAD135. See page 66. skewered chicken, garlic prawns, a selection of fresh salads and a tasty dessert. Hotel: Outback Pioneer Budget Rooms (B), Outback Pioneer Hotel (R), Day 2: Ayers Rock – Kings Canyon Desert Gardens Hotel (S) or Sails in the Desert Hotel (F), Ayers Rock Resort. Rise early to watch the fi rst rays of the sun set the Red Centre and Uluru alight. After sunrise join your Driver Guide for a tour around the base of Uluru Add-on the Uluru Barbecue Dinner for USD130/CAD135. See page 66. then travel to the Mutitjulu Waterhole. Here view Aboriginal rock art and Day 2: Uluru Sunrise & Base Tour – Depart Uluru (Ayers Rock) learn about the area as your Driver Guide indicates native fl ora and fauna and Rise early to watch the fi rst rays of the sun set the Red Centre and Uluru explains the history of Uluru. Visit the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre to alight. Make your way to the viewing platform to see many kilometres into see locally-made arts and crafts. This afternoon travel to Kings Canyon Resort. the distance, providing an ideal photo opportunity. After sunrise join your Hotel: Kings Canyon Lodge (B), Standard Rooms (R & S), Wilderness Lodge# guide for a drive around the base of Uluru on to the Mutitjulu Walk where (SW & FW) or Deluxe Spa Rooms (F), Kings Canyon. you will be escorted to the Mutitjulu Waterhole. This waterhole provided Upgrade to The Rising Sun & Sacred Walk for USD66/CAD64. See page 66. a key source of water for the Aboriginal people in the area and had been in use for many thousands of years. See Aboriginal rock art and hear about Day 3: Kings Canyon – Ayers Rock Resort or Alice Springs the Aboriginal and European history of the area. Visit the Uluru – Kata This morning join your guide for the rocky climb to the canyon rim for superb Tjuta Cultural Centre. It houses an amazing collection of original ceramics, views of Watarrka National Park (for those with a good level of fi tness, paintings and punu (woodwork) that provide an insight into the unique and supportive footwear essential). Alternatively explore the canyon fl oor (an spiritual culture of the Anangu people, the traditional custodians of Uluru. easier, shady walk). Travel back to Ayers Rock Resort or on to Alice Springs. This afternoon you will be transferred to Ayers Rock Airport (fl ights to depart after 12.30pm). USD Adult Twin USD Single† CAD Adult Twin CAD Single† Prices Upgrade to The Rising Sun & Sacred Walk for USD66/CAD64. See page 66. low high low high low high low high Budget B 779 805 964 1010 809 835 1004 1045 USD Adult Twin USD Single† CAD Adult Twin CAD Single† Prices Standard R 929 995 1224 1360 965 1029 1275 1409 low high low high low high low high Superior S 975 1065 1300 1465 1009 1109 1344 1524 Budget B 415 429 540 564 429 450 559 590 Superior + 1285 1335 1730 1810 1335 1389 1795 1879 Standard R 450 485 605 655 469 499 629 679 Wilderness SW First Class F 1055 1165 1465 1660 1095 1209 1520 1724 Superior S 495 539 670 749 515 559 700 774 First Class + First Class F 555 599 790 864 579 619 824 894 Wilderness FW 1365 1415 1870 1950 1419 1469 1944 2024
Low season 01 Apr 14 – 30 Jun 14 & 01 Dec 14 – 31 Mar 15 High season 01 Jul 14 – 30 Nov 14 Low season 01 Apr 14 – 30 Jun 14 & 01 Dec 14 – 31 Mar 15 High season 01 Jul 14 – 30 Nov 14 All prices are per person, land only. †Single traveller must pay the single price. *If your fl ight arrives after All prices are per person, land only. †Single traveller must pay the single price. #Wilderness Lodge includes 1.00pm you will instead travel to Uluru for sunset viewing. dinner and breakfast. *If your fl ight arrives after 1.00pm you will instead travel to Uluru for sunset viewing. 56 Short Short Breaks Breaks Kakadu Kakadu & & East Alligator River Litchfield National Parks 2 days | code: DK40 3 days | code: DK48
Kakadu National Park Yellow Water Billabong
Nourlangie Rock Art Guluyambi Cruise Litchfi eld National Park Nourlangie Highlights Departs Highlights Departs • Kakadu National Park Daily (Apr-Nov) and • Nourlangie Daily (Apr-Nov) and Mon, Wed, Thu • Nourlangie & Ubirr Mon & Thu (Dec-Mar) 6.15am • Yellow Water Billabong & Sun (Dec-Mar) 6.15am • Yellow Water Billabong Concludes • Guluyambi Cultural Cruise Concludes • Guluyambi Cruise 7.30pm in Darwin on Day 2 • Litchfi eld National Park 6.00pm in Darwin on Day 3
Day 1: Darwin – Kakadu National Park Day 1: Darwin – Kakadu National Park Depart Darwin and travel along the Arnhem Highway, passing major river Depart Darwin and travel deep into Kakadu National Park. Take a guided walk systems and wetland regions, into Kakadu National Park. Located 257 to view Aboriginal rock art at Nourlangie Rock. Cruise on the Yellow Water kilometres east of Darwin, the national park covers 20,000 square kilometres Billabong to see prolifi c wildlife, then stop at the Warradjan Cultural Centre. of landscape varying from rocky escarpment that is home to historic Hotel: Aurora Kakadu (B), Aurora Kakadu (R), Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn (S) Aboriginal rock art dating back thousands of years, to the fl oodplains that are or Hawk Dreaming Wilderness Lodge^* (SW), Kakadu. L abundant with wildlife. Stop at Nourlangie, where your guide will lead you Add-on 50 minute scenic fl ight over Kakadu for USD283/CAD293. on a walk to view the rock art galleries. After lunch, join your local guide on a cruise of the fabled Yellow Water Billabong. Search for saltwater crocodiles Day 2: Guluyambi Cultural Cruise – Darwin and the colourful range of birdlife for which this region is renowned. Visit This morning stop at Ubirr with a short walk to view Aboriginal rock art. Join the Warradjan Cultural Centre to view the informative displays depicting the the Guluyambi Cruise along the East Alligator River in search of saltwater traditions of the Aboriginal people in Kakadu. crocodiles. We have an Aboriginal guide with us and with the special Hotel: Aurora Kakadu (B), Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn (M), Aurora Kakadu (R), permission of the local people, we will be able to go ashore in Arnhem Land. Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn (S) or Hawk Dreaming Wilderness Lodge^* (SW), Visit the Bowali Visitor Centre before returning to Darwin. Kakadu. L Hotel: Value Inn (B), Travelodge Mirambeena Resort (R) or Mantra on the Esplanade/Novotel Atrium (S), Darwin. L Add-on 50 minute scenic fl ight over Kakadu for USD283/CAD293. Day 3: Darwin – Litchfi eld National Park – Darwin Day 2: Kakadu National Park – Darwin Follow the Stuart Highway via Batchelor to Litchfi eld National Park. You This morning you’ll head off with your guide to explore the World Heritage have the opportunity for scenic and interpretive bush and monsoon vine Area of Ubirr, where you’ll climb up through the ancient Aboriginal rock art forest walks. View Florence Falls before making your way down the stairs to galleries, believed to be 20,000 years old, to the lookout for the view over the plunge pool below with an opportunity to swim. Visit Tolmer Falls for a the surrounding wetlands. Join the Guluyambi Cruise along the East Alligator magnifi cent view of the water cascading down to the deep waterhole below. River. An Aboriginal guide will provide an insight into their culture, including We venture to Wangi Falls for another opportunity for a swim in the large local mythology, the river’s abundant food chain, as well as bush survival crystal-clear pool and an optional steady climb through the rainforest to the skills. With special permission of the local people, you are able to go ashore in top of the falls. We’ll stop for a picnic lunch. A great day also for taking many Arnhem Land. Visit the Bowali Visitor Centre before returning to Darwin. L interesting photos, including the amazing stand of termite mounds. Return to Darwin, arriving early evening. L
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Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) Uluru Sunset
Uluru Sunrise Kings Canyon Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) Kuniya Base Walk Highlights Departs Highlights Departs • Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) Daily 7.00am • Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) Daily 7.00am • Sunset at Uluru Concludes • Sunrise at Uluru Concludes • Kings Canyon 7.00pm (Oct-Mar) and 7.30pm • Sunset at Uluru 7.00pm (Oct-Mar) and 7.30pm (Apr-Sep) in Alice Springs • Kings Canyon (Apr-Sep) in Alice Springs
Day 1: Alice Springs – Uluru (Ayers Rock) Day 1: Alice Springs – Uluru (Ayers Rock) Depart Alice Springs and travel through the West MacDonnell and James Depart Alice Springs and travel through the West MacDonnell and James Ranges. Visit a camel farm for an optional camel ride (own expense) and Ranges. Visit a camel farm for an optional camel ride (own expense) and later later stop to view majestic Atila (Mt. Conner), before arriving at Ayers Rock stop to view majestic Atila (Mt. Conner), before arriving at Ayers Rock Resort. Resort. This afternoon visit Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) and explore Walpa Gorge. This afternoon visit Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) and explore Walpa Gorge. Enjoy Enjoy complimentary wine and canapés while watching the sunset at Uluru. complimentary wine and canapés while watching the sunset at Uluru. You have the option of continuing on to our exclusive venue for an Aussie Hotel: Outback Pioneer Budget Rooms (B), Outback Pioneer Hotel (R), Barbecue Dinner with Uluru as your backdrop. Enjoy sparkling wine on arrival Desert Gardens Hotel (S) or Sails in the Desert Hotel (F), Ayers Rock Resort. and dine on a meal of steak, lamb sausages, skewered chicken, garlic prawns, Add-on the Uluru Barbecue Dinner for USD130/CAD135. See page 66. a selection of fresh salads and a tasty dessert. Hotel: Outback Pioneer Budget Rooms (B), Outback Pioneer Hotel (R), Day 2: Ayers Rock – Kings Canyon Desert Gardens Hotel (S) or Sails in the Desert Hotel (F), Ayers Rock Resort. Rise early to watch the fi rst rays of the sun set the Red Centre and Uluru alight. After sunrise join your Driver Guide for a tour around the base of Uluru Add-on the Uluru Barbecue Dinner for USD130/CAD135. See page 66. then travel to the Mutitjulu Waterhole. Here view Aboriginal rock art and Day 2: Ayers Rock – Kings Canyon – Ayers Rock Resort or Alice Springs learn about the area as your Driver Guide indicates native fl ora and fauna Drive through sandhill country towards Kings Canyon, stopping for a breakfast and explains the history of Uluru. Visit the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre at Kings Creek Station. Climb to the rim of the canyon for marvellous views of to see locally-made arts and crafts. Travel to Kings Canyon. Watarrka National Park (for those with a good level of fi tness). Continue the Hotel: Kings Canyon Lodge (B), Standard Rooms (R & S), Wilderness Lodge* 3 hour walk around the canyon with your Guide and learn about its geology. (SW & FW) or Deluxe Spa Rooms (F), Kings Canyon Resort. Alternatively, enjoy a more leisurely 1V hour walk along the boulder-strewn Day 3: Kings Canyon – Alice Springs canyon fl oor. This afternoon return to Alice Springs. B Join a guided climb to the rim of Kings Canyon for marvellous views of Watarrka National Park (for those with a good level of fi tness, sturdy shoes required). An easier walk along the boulder-strewn canyon fl oor is also available. Enjoy lunch at Kings Creek Station before travelling to Alice Springs.
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Kata Tjuta Penguin Parade Phillip Island (the Olgas) Uluru (Ayers Rock) Great Ocean Road
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13 days from Inclusions Dining usD Experienced Driver Guides Full Buffet Breakfasts (12) B 3695 Quality accommodation Lunches (2) L CAD 3835 Travel by luxury coach Dinner (1) D Per Person Twin Share Melbourne to Sydney Code: MS12
Accommodation Code USD Twin USD Single Per Person Per Person† Day 6: Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) Barron Gorge, through the coastal Itinerary Rise early to view Uluru (Ayers Rock) sugarcane fi elds to Freshwater Low Season Standard MS12R 3695 4955 at sunrise. Tour the caves at the Station. B Day 1: Welcome to Melbourne First Class MS12F 4109 5589 base of Uluru and hear stories of On arrival at Melbourne Airport you Day 10: Cairns – Sydney the Aboriginal Dreamtime. Visit the High Season will be transferred to your hotel. The You will be transferred to Cairns Standard MS12R 3999 5289 Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre, remainder of the day is at leisure. Airport for your fl ight to Sydney, First Class MS12F 4465 6010 before returning to the Resort. This Hotel: Mercure Hotel Welcome where the remainder of your day is afternoon travel through desert Accommodation Code CAD Twin CAD Single (standard) or Crowne Plaza (fi rst class), at leisure. Per Person Per Person† plains to mysterious Kata Tjuta Melbourne, 3 nights. Hotel: Vibe Hotel (standard) or Four (the Olgas). Enjoy a 2-3 hour walk Low Season Points by Sheraton Darling Harbour Day 2: Melbourne Sights & Penguins through the domes to the Valley Standard MS12R 3835 5140 (fi rst class), Sydney, 3 nights. B First Class MS12F 4265 5805 Enjoy a morning tour of Melbourne. of the Winds lookout. Take in a This afternoon depart for Phillip spectacular sunset at Kata Tjuta Day 11: Sydney Sights High Season Standard MS12R 4159 5499 Island stopping at the Maru Koala & with a complimentary glass of This morning cross over the Sydney First Class MS12F 4639 6244 Animal Park to see koalas, kangaroos, sparkling wine. B Harbour Bridge and pause at Milsons Tasmanian Devils and other native Point to photograph fabulous views †Single traveller must pay the single price. Day 7: Uluru (Ayers Rock) – Cairns animals. Tonight you’ll observe the of the city skyline. Stop at Arabanoo This morning you are free to enjoy famous Penguin Parade, as the little lookout for a spectacular panorama Low Season 01 Apr 14 – 30 Jun 14 and the facilities of Ayers Rock Resort or penguins march up the sand to their of the Manly headland. See Sydney’s 01 Dec 14 – 31 Mar 15 just relax. You will be transferred to resting places. B white sandy northern beaches High Season 01 Jul 14 – 30 Nov 14 Ayers Rock Airport for your fl ight to including Curl Curl and Freshwater Day 3: Great Ocean Road Cairns. On arrival at Cairns Airport then feel the sand between your Departs: Daily (Apr-Nov & Mar) Travel along the famous Great you will be transferred to your hotel. toes on Manly Beach. Return to the & Mon, Wed & Fri (Dec-Feb) Ocean Road and see dramatic Hotel: Rydges Esplanade (standard) city for a buffet luncheon cruise on coastal scenery en route to Port or Hilton Hotel (fi rst class), Cairns, Sydney Harbour. This afternoon tour Flight Information Campbell National Park. See the 3 nights. B Any fl ights referred to in the itinerary are at the client’s Sydney and see the Opera House, expense and are not included in the land content price. seaside resorts of Lorne and Apollo Day 8: Great Barrier Reef Royal Botanic Gardens and Mrs. Day 1 Flights anytime into Melbourne Bay, then view the Twelve Apostles, Day 4 Flights to arrive prior to Midday into Alice Springs Cruise on a high-speed catamaran Macquarie’s Chair. Finish your day remains of London Bridge and Loch from Melbourne to the Great Barrier Reef. View the with a visit to famous Bondi Beach, Day 7 Flights anytime from Ayers Rock into Cairns Ard Gorge. B Day 10 Flights anytime from Cairns into Sydney coral and tropical fi sh from the where you’ll have time to wander Day 13 Flights anytime from Sydney Day 4: Melbourne – Alice Springs underwater observatory and semi- along the shoreline and dip your toes You will be transferred to Melbourne submersible vessel. Snorkelling gear in the clear cool water. B L Airport for your early morning is included (extra charge for scuba). Day 12: Blue Mountains fl ight to Alice Springs. On arrival Enjoy a reef education presentation Ways to Save Travel to the Blue Mountains and at Alice Springs Airport you will on this natural living wonder marvel at the spectacular views Young traveller Save up to usd893 | cad928 be transferred to your hotel. This followed by a buffet lunch. B L of the Three Sisters from Echo afternoon enjoy a tour of this See discounts details on page 13. Note: Itinerary, Day 9: Tjapukai – Skyrail – Kuranda Point. Visit Scenic World and ride departure dates & prices may change from 01/04/15. outback town. See the historic Visit the award-winning Tjapukai the world’s steepest railway (own Telegraph Station, Royal Flying Aboriginal Cultural Park, where expense). Stop in Leura, with its Doctor Service, School of the Air the legends of the Dreamtime are charming antique shops. Visit and the Alice Springs Reptile Centre. brought to life. Learn about this Featherdale Wildlife Park, home Stop to enjoy panoramic views from ancient culture through theatres, to koalas, kangaroos and other Anzac Hill. shows and dance demonstrations. creatures wild and wonderful. B Hotel: Aurora Alice Springs Travel on the Skyrail Cableway high (standard), or Chifl ey Alice Springs Day 13: Farewell from Sydney above the canopy of the rainforest to Resort, River Gum Rooms (fi rst class), Your vacation concludes this morning the picturesque village of Kuranda, Alice Springs. B after breakfast. You will be transferred where you’ll have free time to stroll to Sydney Airport to connect with Day 5: Alice Springs – Ayers Rock through the Kuranda Markets. Board your onward fl ight.B Depart early for Ayers Rock Resort, the famous Kuranda train for a stopping at a camel farm where breathtaking rail journey over the you can take an optional ride. This The Blue Mountains afternoon is at leisure to enjoy the facilities at Ayers Rock Resort. Enjoy a glass of wine this evening while watching sunset over Uluru (Ayers Rock) from the special viewing area known as the ‘sunset strip’. Travel to our exclusive venue to enjoy an Australian barbecue dinner. There is time for stargazing too (weather permitting). Hotel: Outback Pioneer Hotel (standard) or Desert Gardens Hotel (fi rst class), Ayers Rock Resort, 2 nights. B D
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Day 5: Kangaroo Island – Adelaide (Standley Chasm). You can take a Itinerary Visit Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery walk along the stony watercourse and later Kangaroo Island Wildlife and admire the rich plant and Highlights Day 1: Welcome to Melbourne Park, where you can feed kangaroos. birdlife. Enjoy a light lunch here On arrival at Melbourne Airport you At Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary prepared by local indigenous Great Ocean Road will be transferred to your hotel. The explore the nocturnal world of caterers. Visit the Alice Springs remainder of the day is free for you Melbourne Sights koalas, echidnas, bats and possums. Desert Park and spend time with to explore this cosmopolitan city. In Flinders Chase National Park a local Aboriginal guide to learn of Hotel: Mercure Hotel Welcome Kangaroo Island Wildlife marvel at the Remarkable Rocks and the life and survival of the Arrernte (standard) or Crowne Plaza (fi rst class), Admiral’s Arch and observe a colony people. B L Sights of Alice Springs Melbourne, 2 nights. of New Zealand fur seals. Return to Day 8: Alice Springs – Ayers Rock Day 2: Great Ocean Road Adelaide late evening. Standley Chasm Journey south through the Travel along the Great Ocean Road Hotel: Country Comfort (standard) MacDonnell and James Ranges. to Apollo Bay. Drive through the or Stamford Plaza (fi rst class), Discover Uluru (Ayers Rock) Visit a camel farm where there is lush tree-fern gullies of the Otway Adelaide. B L time to ride one of these ‘ships of Kings Canyon National Park. View the stone Day 6: Adelaide – Alice Springs the desert’ (own expense). View monoliths of the Twelve Apostles, You will be transferred to Adelaide Atila (Mt. Conner) before arriving Tropical Darwin the Loch Ard Gorge shipwreck site Airport for your fl ight to Alice at Ayers Rock Resort. Travel to the & the remains of the rock formation Kakadu National Park Springs, where on arrival you will Uluru sunset viewing area and known as London Bridge. B be transferred to your hotel. Tour enjoy complimentary sparkling wine Yellow Water Billabong Day 3: Melbourne – Adelaide the sights of ‘the Alice’ including and canapés as the sun sets over See the sights of Melbourne the historic Telegraph Station and the western horizon. Continue to Ubirr Aboriginal Art including Fitzroy Gardens, Royal the Royal Flying Doctor Service. our exclusive venue for an Aussie Tropical Cairns Botanic Gardens and the Shrine of Stop at the Alice Springs Reptile barbecue dinner. There is time for Remembrance. Later, you will be Centre where you can see unique stargazing (weather permitting). Ride the Skyrail Cableway transferred to Melbourne Airport central Australian reptiles. Stop for Hotel: Outback Pioneer Hotel for your fl ight to Adelaide. a panoramic view of Alice Springs (standard) or Desert Gardens Hotel Great Barrier Reef cruise Hotel: Country Comfort (standard) or from Anzac Hill. (fi rst class), Ayers Rock Resort, Stamford Plaza (fi rst class), Adelaide. B Hotel: Aurora Alice Springs (standard) 2 nights. B D Visit Tjapukai Aboriginal or Chifl ey Alice Springs Resort Day 4: Adelaide – Kangaroo Island Day 9: Kings Canyon (fi rst class), River Gum Rooms, Cultural Park Enjoy a scenic drive through the Drive through sandhill country into Alice Springs, 2 nights. B Sydney Harbour Bridge Fleurieu Peninsula to Cape Jervis to Watarrka National Park. Make the board the ferry to Kangaroo Island. Day 7: West MacDonnell Ranges rocky climb with your guide to the Sydney Opera House First stop is Clifford’s Honey Farm. Travel through amazing outback rim of Kings Canyon. Or you may Then walk among the nation’s most scenery passing the memorial to wish to explore the canyon fl oor, an Harbour Cruise Lunch accessible colony of Australian sea John Flynn, founder of the Royal easier walk. B lions at Seal Bay Conservation Park Flying Doctor Service. First stop is Day 10: Ayers Rock – Darwin Bondi Beach with a local guide. Witness the Birds the incredible Simpsons Gap. Walk Travel to the sunrise viewing area of Prey free-fi ght show and see the through the Gap to the waterhole, Aboriginal at Uluru and watch the fi rst rays pelicans being fed at Kingscote. keeping an eye out for the elusive of sunlight creep across the desert cultural experience Hotel: Aurora Ozone Hotel (standard black-footed rock wallaby. Late plains. Transfer to Ayers Rock Airport or fi rst class), Kangaroo Island. B L morning you’ll arrive at Angkerle 61 19 days
19 days from Inclusions Dining usD Experienced Driver Guides Full Buffet Breakfasts (17) B 5565 Quality accommodation Boxed Breakfast (1) B CAD 5779 Travel by luxury coach Lunches (7) L KAKADU Per Person Twin Share Dinner (1) D 1 1 1 Melbourne to Sydney DARWIN Code: MS19
Great Barrier Accommodation Code USD Twin USD Single Reef Cruise Per Person Per Person† 3 Low Season CAIRNS Standard MS19R 5565 7350 First Class MS19F 6369 8614
High Season AYERS ROCK ALICE SPRINGS 2 Standard MS19R 5750 7660 RESORT 2 First Class MS19F 6579 8979 Kings Kata Tjuta Canyon (the Olgas) Uluru Accommodation Code CAD Twin CAD Single (Ayers Rock) Per Person Per Person† Low Season Sydney Harbour Standard MS19R 5779 7629 1 2 3 Night Stopovers First Class MS19F 6615 8950 Airfares are not included in holiday price High Season Standard MS19R 5965 7945 First Class MS19F 6829 9324 SYDNEY 3 ADELAIDE †Single traveller must pay the single price. 1 1 Low Season 01 Apr 14 – 30 Jun 14 and KANGEROO ISLAND 1 01 Dec 14 – 31 Mar 15 MELBOURNE High Season 01 Jul 14 – 30 Nov 14 Great Ocean Road 2 Apollo Bay Departs: Daily (Apr-Nov) & Fri (Dec-Mar) Kakadu National Park Kangaroo Island Flight Information Any fl ights referred to in the itinerary are at the client’s expense and are not included in the land content price. Day 1 Flights anytime into Melbourne Day 3 Flights to depart after 3.00pm from Melbourne for your fl ight to Darwin, where and semi-submersible craft. There Day 17: Sydney Sights into Adelaide on arrival you will be transferred is the opportunity to go snorkelling This morning cross the Sydney Day 6 Flights to arrive prior to Midday into Alice Springs from Adelaide to your hotel. and view this natural living wonder Harbour Bridge and stop at Milsons Day 10 Flights to depart after Midday from Ayers Rock Hotel: Travelodge Mirambeena Resort up close (equipment provided). Point to photograph fabulous views into Darwin Day 13 Flights anytime from Darwin into Cairns (standard) or Mantra on the Esplanade Enjoy a tropical buffet lunch before of the city skyline. Visit Manly surf Day 16 Flights anytime from Cairns into Sydney (fi rst class), Darwin. B returning to Cairns in the late beach and return to the city for a Day 19 Flights anytime from Sydney afternoon. B L Sydney Harbour cruise including a Day 11: Darwin – Kakadu delicious buffet lunch. Later, see the Travel via the meandering Adelaide Day 15: Tjapukai – Kuranda Sydney Opera House, Royal Botanic River and Marrakai Plains deep into Visit the award-winning Tjapukai Gardens, Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair and Ways to Save Kakadu National Park. Make a stop Aboriginal Cultural Park. Later, glide Kings Cross. Top off the day with a at Nourlangie to view its Aboriginal silently above the canopy of the Young traveller Save up to usd1316 | cad1366 visit to famous Bondi Beach, where rock art. Next you’ll board a cruise rainforest on the Skyrail Cableway you can wander along the shoreline See discounts details on page 13. Note: Itinerary, on the Yellow Water Billabong with on your way to Kuranda, where departure dates & prices may change from 01/04/15. and dip your toes in the cool ocean our local guide to spot crocodiles. you’ll have time to stroll through the before returning to the city. B L Hotel: Aurora Kakadu (standard) market. Board the famous Kuranda or Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn train for a breathtaking journey Day 18: Sydney ‘Free Time’ (fi rst class), Jabiru. B L to Freshwater Station, where your Today is free for you to explore journey ends. B Sydney or perhaps shop for last Day 12: Kakadu – Darwin minute souvenirs in the historic Join the Guluyambi Cruise along Day 16: Cairns – Sydney Rocks district. B the East Alligator River in search Transfer to Cairns Airport for your of saltwater crocodiles. Continue fl ight to Sydney. On arrival at Sydney Day 19: Farewell from Sydney to Ubirr for a guided walk to see Airport you will be transferred to Your vacation concludes this morning Aboriginal rock art. Later, visit the your hotel. after breakfast. You will be transferred Bowali Visitor Centre. Hotel: Vibe Hotel (standard) or Four to Sydney Airport to connect with Hotel: Travelodge Mirambeena Resort Points by Sheraton Darling Harbour your onward fl ight.B Kakadu National Park (standard) or Mantra on the Esplanade (fi rst class), Sydney, 3 nights. B (fi rst class), Darwin. B L Day 13: Darwin – Cairns Transfer to Darwin Airport for your fl ight to Cairns. On arrival at Cairns Airport you will be transferred to your hotel. Hotel: Rydges Esplanade (standard) Hilton Hotel (fi rst class), Cairns, 3 nights. B Day 14: Great Barrier Reef Board a high speed catamaran and cruise out to the Great Barrier Reef for an unforgettable day. See a myriad of coral and tropical fi sh from an underwater observatory Kings Canyon Snorkelling, Great Barrier Reef 62 Short Short Breaks Breaks Spectacular Rotorua Bay of Islands Highlights 4 days | code: ZB4 4 days | code: ZR5
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Bay of Islands Waitangi Treaty Reserve Waitomo Caves Maori Hangi & Concert Highlights Departs Highlights Departs • Cruise in Bay of Islands Daily 7.00am • Waitomo Glow Worm Grotto Daily 7.00am • Dolphin & Whale Spotting Concludes • Te Puia Concludes • Hole in the Rock After breakfast on day 4 • Agrodome Sheep Show After breakfast on day 4 • Waitangi Treaty Reserve • Maori Hangi & Concert
Day 1: Auckland – Bay of Islands Day 1: Auckland – Waitomo – Rotorua Depart Auckland by coach for the Bay of Islands. On arrival in Paihia board Travel through the lush farmland of the Waikato and King Country regions. the Dolphin Seeker, a purpose-built catamaran, and meet your experienced Enjoy a morning snack as you drive past Rangiriri, the location of an historic local skipper for a cruise through the beautiful clear waters. Keep a look Maori Land Wars site. On arrival in the small town of Waitomo, tour with a out for common and bottlenose dolphins, whales and other marine life as local guide through the world-famous Waitomo Glow Worm Caves with their you get up close to the action. Enjoy the views as you cruise past the Cape amazing stalactites, stalagmites and other limestone formations. Finish with Brett Lighthouse, before arriving at the majestic ‘Hole in the Rock’. You’ll be a silent boat ride through the Glow Worm Grotto - a subterranean cavern holding your breath as the skipper navigates through the narrow space. Take lit by thousands of tiny glow worms. Later, travel on to Rotorua, the cultural in the unique sights of Grand Cathedral Cave before heading back into the centre of New Zealand. inner islands of the Bay. Hotel: Copthorne Hotel (R), Millennium Hotel (F), Rotorua, 2 nights. Hotel: Copthorne Resort, Garden View (R), Copthorne Resort, Water View (F), Day 2: Rotorua Sightseeing Bay of Islands, 2 nights. D Enjoy a morning sightseeing tour around three of Rotorua’s iconic visitor Day 2: Bay of Islands ‘Free Time’ attractions. Experience Te Puia, a place of Maori culture and a thermal You’ll have the day at leisure. Relax by the pool, or perhaps take a coach ride wonderland of impressive geysers and boiling mud pools. Explore Rainbow to Cape Reinga, the northern-most point of New Zealand. Tonight, you can Springs Nature Park, which showcases native fl ora and fauna. You may choose to dine at one of the local cafés or restaurants on the waterfront. B even spot a kiwi! Then enjoy a demonstration of New Zealand’s agricultural industry with a sheep shearing display and sheep dog trials at the Agrodome Day 3: Bay of Islands – Auckland Sheep Show. Tonight enjoy a unique Maori Hangi dinner and concert on a Visit the Waitangi Treaty Reserve to learn about New Zealand’s early Maori local Marae. B D and European history. Perhaps spend time in a local café or ride a historic ferry to Russell, the fi rst capital of New Zealand. Later this afternoon you will Day 3: Rotorua – Auckland return to Auckland. This morning is at leisure. Later travel through forests and farmlands on your Hotel: Mercure Hotel (R), The Langham (F), Auckland. B way to Auckland. Hotel: Mercure Hotel (R), The Langham (F), Auckland. B Day 4: Farewell from Auckland Your vacation concludes this morning after breakfast. You’ll be transferred to Day 4: Farewell from Auckland Auckland Airport to connect with your onward fl ight. B Your vacation concludes this morning after breakfast. You will be transferred to Auckland Airport to connect with your onward fl ight. B
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Blue Mountains Bondi Beach & Australian Wildlife & Sydney Sights Full day | Code: J15/J15C Half day | Code: J6 Departs Sydney Departs Sydney Highlights Daily 8.00am Highlights Daily 2.00pm • The Three Sisters & Leura Concludes 6.00pm • The Rocks and Circular Quay Concludes 5.45pm
• Aboriginal culture Adult usD 145 CAD 150 Code: j15 • Opera House and Bridge • Featherdale Wildlife Park Adult usD 155 CAD 160 Code: j15C • Bondi Beach Adult usD 59 CAD 65 Experience Indigenous culture at the Waradah Aboriginal Centre. See the Three Travel through the historic Rocks district and Chinatown. Stop at Mrs. Sisters and admire the views over the Jamison Valley from Echo Point. Ride the Macquarie’s Chair in the Royal Botanic Gardens, for a panoramic view of the world’s steepest railway at Scenic World (own expense). Enjoy a lunch break in Leura. Sydney Opera House and the harbour. At the Gap, the entrance of Sydney Pat a cuddly koala at Featherdale Wildlife Park and see kangaroos and crocodiles. Harbour, see breathtaking views of the coast. At Bondi Beach wander the Finish your day with a relaxing cruise on Parramatta River to Sydney Harbour (J15C). shoreline and dip your toes in the cool clear water, before returning to the city.
Spectacular Hunter Valley Harvest Sydney Wine Experience Full day | Code: J63/J63LC Full day | Code: J14/J14J Departs Sydney Departs Sydney Highlights Daily 8.15am Highlights Tue, Wed, Fri & Sun 8.00am • City Sights & Northern Beaches Concludes 5.45pm • Visit 3 wineries Concludes 6.45pm
• Harbour Bridge & Opera House Adult usD 119 CAD 125 Code: j63 • Tasting Platter Lunch Adult usD 185 CAD 189 Code: j14 • Bondi Beach Adult usD 204 CAD 210 Code: j63LC • Hunter Valley Gardens & Village Adult usD 210 CAD 215 Code: j14J Cross the Sydney Harbour Bridge for fabulous views of the city skyline. See Visit Drayton’s Family Wines and then Lindeman’s, where the cellar-master will Sydney’s white sandy northern beaches, including Manly Beach. Add-on a host a private tasting. Next stop is historic McGuigan Wines. At the Hunter harbour cruise lunch (J63LC). This afternoon see Sydney’s historic Rocks and Resort enjoy a tasting platter lunch of seasonal local produce. Your final stop is Circular Quay. View the Opera House from Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair in the Royal the Hunter Valley Gardens Village. You have the option to explore the Hunter Botanic Gardens. Visit famous Bondi Beach for afternoon tea (own expense). Valley Gardens with its 25 hectares of international gardens (J14J). L
Canberra – Australia’s Magic Manly Capital City Icons & Beyond Full day | Code: J11 Half day | Code: J13/J13CQ Departs Sydney Departs Sydney Highlights Mon, Wed & Fri 8.00am Highlights Daily 8.15am • Australian War Memorial Concludes 9.00pm • Opera House & Harbour Bridge Concludes 11.45am
• Gallery or Museum • Sydney panoramas Adult usD 59 CAD 65 Code: j13 • Parliament House Adult usD 175 CAD 179 • Manly Beach Adult usD 203 CAD 210 Code: j13CQ Enjoy morning tea (own expense) in the quaint town of Berrima. At Mt. Ainslie Enjoy the views as you travel over the Harbour Bridge for photo opportunities see panoramic views of Canberra. Visit the Australian War Memorial and of the city skyline and Sydney Opera House. Travel along Sydney’s northern National Museum or the National Art Gallery. Enjoy a private guided walk coastline, past white sandy beaches, stopping for morning tea (own expense) around Parliament House. See the Lodge, the Prime Minister’s official residence, at Manly Beach. See the panorama of the Manly Headland, explore the Corso, or the diplomatic embassies, the Carillon Bell Tower and Lake Burley Griffin. relax on the beach. Add-on a harbour cruise lunch and Wildlife Sydney (J13CQ).
Grand Pacific Drive Aussie Farm Life – & Jervis Bay Dolphins Tobruk Sheep Station Full day | Code: J36 Full day | Code: J2 Departs Sydney Departs Sydney Highlights Tue & Sun (Oct-Mar) and Sun (Apr-Sep) Highlights Tue & Thu 8.15am • Panoramic Coastal Views 8.00am • Sheep Muster & Shearing Concludes 2.45pm • Kiama Blowhole Concludes 7.00pm • Whip Cracking & Boomerangs • Dolphin Watching Lunch Cruise Adult usD 195 CAD 199 • Aussie Barbecue Lunch Adult usD 159 CAD 165 Drive on the Sea Cliff Bridge to Kiama with time to look at the famous Experience the beauty and history of the Australian Outback at Tobruk Sheep blowhole. Cruise on Jervis Bay and see pods of playful dolphins (and whales Station. You’ll be greeted by an Australian Stockman. Share Billy Tea and Sep-Dec). Enjoy a fish and chips lunch before boarding the Tekin III. Next stop Damper around the campfire at the Drovers’ Camp. Watch a sheep muster, take is Kangaroo Valley in the Southern Highlands with time to explore this quaint part in a sheep shearing demonstration and learn about the life of a stockman. township. (Itinerary may alter due to tidal conditions.) L Crack a whip, throw a boomerang and enjoy an authentic Aussie BBQ lunch. L 66 Day Melbourne & Alice Springs Tours
Great Ocean Road Puffing Billy Steam Train & Twelve Apostles & Wine Country in Style Full day | Code: K4/K4L Full day | Code: K35/K35L Departs Melbourne Departs Melbourne Highlights Daily 8.00am Highlights Mon, Wed, Fri & Sun 8.20am • Apollo Bay Concludes 8.00pm • Dandenong Ranges Concludes 5.30pm
• The Twelve Apostles Adult usD 155 CAD 159 Code: K4 • Grant’s Reserve Adult usD 165 CAD 169 Code: K35 • Loch Ard Gorge Adult usD 180 CAD 185 Code: K4L • Puffing Billy Steam Train Adult usD 205 CAD 215 Code: K35L Travel along the Great Ocean Road and marvel at golden sandy beaches. Visit Travel east of Melbourne to the beautiful Dandenong Ranges. Enjoy tea and Apollo Bay for lunch (K4L). The Twelve Apostles limestone rock formations are coffee at Grant’s Reserve and hand-feed crimson rosellas. Take a ride through a result of erosion that began up to 20 million years ago. Hear the amazing the spectacular forest aboard the Puffing Billy Steam Train. In the Yarra Valley shipwreck story of survival of the Loch Ard and visit its famous gorge. Visit Port enjoy a delicious lunch at Rochford Winery (K35L). Visit two of Victoria’s premier Campbell for afternoon tea (own expense), before your return to Melbourne. wineries including Domaine Chandon for tasting and wine appreciation.
Phillip Island – Penguins, Puffing Billy Steam Train Koalas & Kangaroos & Healesville Wildlife Full day | Code: K10/K10P Full day | Code: K15/K15L Departs Melbourne Daily 1.15pm Departs Melbourne Highlights Concludes 9.30pm – 11.00pm Highlights Mon, Wed, Fri & Sun 8.20am • Koalas & Kangaroos • The Dandenongs & Grant’s Reserve Concludes 5.30pm
• Seal Rocks Adult usD 155 CAD 159 Code: K10 • Puffing Billy Steam Train Adult usD 165 CAD 169 Code: K15 • Penguin Parade Adult usD 185 CAD 190 Code: K10P • Healesville Sanctuary Adult usD 205 CAD 215 Code: K15L Visit the Maru Koala & Animal Park to see koalas, kangaroos and other animals. Travel to the Dandenong Ranges. Enjoy tea and coffee at Grant’s Reserve and View Seal Rocks and the Nobbies, overlooking one of the most treacherous hand-feed crimson rosellas. Ride through the forest aboard Australia’s oldest oceans in the world, Bass Strait. At the Penguin Parade witness the wild Little operating steam train, Puffing Billy. Enjoy lunch at Rochford Winery (K15L). Penguins emerge from the sea after a hard day’s fishing and waddle across the Travel to Healesville Sanctuary to see Australian animals. In the afternoon sand to their nests. Take a closer look from the Viewing Platform (K10P). wander around spotting koalas, kangaroos and birds of prey.
Magnificent Melbourne Sovereign Hill Gold Rush – Morning City Tour + Optional Wildlife Half day | Code: K1 Full day | Code: K13/K13W Departs Melbourne Departs Melbourne Highlights Daily 8.10am Highlights Mon, Tue, Thu & Sat 8.20am • Captain Cook’s Cottage Concludes 11.45am • Pan for Gold Concludes 5.30pm
• Shrine of Remembrance • Street Theatre Adult usD 159 CAD 165 Code: K13 • Grand Prix Track & Port Phillip Bay Adult usD 59 CAD 65 • Ballarat Sights Adult usD 175 CAD 182 Code: K13W Hear about Melbourne’s wonderful history, its famous buildings, and Travel to Ballarat and see the sights of the city. Visit Sovereign Hill and learn sensational shopping. Explore Fitzroy Gardens, including Captain Cook’s Cottage, about the history of the Gold Rush and life in the 1850s. Pan for gold, take a the Royal Botanic Gardens and Shrine of Remembrance. Travel over the Westgate stage coach ride, dress up in period clothing or join an underground mine tour. Bridge, drive along the Grand Prix Track and see the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Enjoy unique period style shopping with real life characters and entertainment St. Paul’s Cathedral, the Arts Centre, Crown Casino and Port Phillip Bay. of the 1850s gold rush. Add-on Ballarat Wildlife Park (K13W).
A Town Like Alice Palm Valley Outback Safari by 4WD Half day | Code: A3 Full day | Code: A5 Departs Alice Springs Departs Alice Springs Highlights Daily (Apr-Nov & Mar) and Mon, Thu & Sat Highlights Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat & Sun (Apr-Nov & Mar) • Historic Telegraph Station (Dec-Feb) 2.00pm • Hermannsburg Community 7.30am • Royal Flying Doctor Service Concludes 6.00pm • Finke Gorge National Park Concludes 6.00pm • School of the Air Adult usD 99 CAD 105 • Palm Valley Oasis Adult usD 155 CAD 159 Stop at the Telegraph Station, established in 1872 to relay messages between Travel through the West MacDonnell Ranges to Hermannsburg, an Aboriginal Darwin and Adelaide and the Royal Flying Doctor Service, which provides a community and historic precinct renowned for its art collection. Travel down ‘mantle of safety’ to the people of the outback. Visit the School of the Air, an the bed of the Finke River into Palm Valley. See an oasis of rock pools and palm educational service for children living in remote areas and Alice Springs Reptile trees and the rock formation known as the Amphitheatre. Enjoy a picnic lunch Centre. Conclude with a panoramic view of Alice Springs from Anzac Hill. Finke Gorge National Park (morning or afternoon tea is also provided). L
West MacDonnell Ranges, Alice Springs to Ayers Outback Gaps & Gorges Rock Coach Transfer Half day | Code: A7/A7D Half day | Code: A6 Departs Alice Springs Daily (Apr-Nov & Mar) Departs Alice Springs Highlights and Mon, Thu & Sat (Dec-Feb) 7.30am Highlights Daily 7.00am • John Flynn Memorial Concludes A7 12 noon, A7D open • Panoramic views Arrives 1.00pm
• Simpsons Gap Adult usD 99 CAD 105 Code: A7 • Rugged outback scenery • Angkerle (Standley Chasm) Adult usD 139 CAD 150 Code: A7D • Expert commentary Adult usD 165 CAD 169 Follow the spectacular West MacDonnell Ranges. Pass the John Flynn Memorial, Depart Alice Springs through the West MacDonnell and James Ranges. Visit a commemorating the founder of the Royal Flying Doctor Service. Stop at camel farm where there’s time to take a short camel ride (own expense). Stop Simpsons Gap then continue to Angkerle (Standley Chasm). Walk along a stony at Erldunda Road House where there is the opportunity to purchase morning watercourse lined with ghost gums and acacias. A light lunch will be provided tea (own expense). Pause to view majestic Atila (Mt. Conner), a significant before you return to Alice Springs. Add on Alice Springs Desert Park (A7D). L sacred site, often mistaken for Uluru, before arriving at Ayers Rock Resort. 67 Day Uluru, Kings Canyon & Top End Tours
Uluru Sunset & The Rising Sun Aussie Barbecue & Sacred Walk
Half day | Code: Y11B Half day | Code: RSJ Highlights Departs Ayers Rock Resort Highlights Departs Ayers Rock Resort Daily 75 minutes prior to sunset Daily 90 minutes prior to sunrise • Wine & Nibbles • Indigenous Guide & Interpreter Concludes 2 V hours after sunset Concludes Midday • Uluru Sunset • Uluru Sunrise • Uluru Barbecue * * • Lungkata Interpretive Walk * * Adult usD 185 CAD 194 Adult usD 165 CAD 169
Experience sunset at Uluru then continue on to our exclusive venue for an Experience the sacred beauty and culture of Uluru led by a member of the Aussie Barbecue Dinner, with Uluru as your stunning backdrop. Enjoy sparkling local Anangu people. Behold the majesty of Uluru as the sun rises to reveal the wine on arrival then dine on a menu of steak, kangaroo meat, lamb sausages, desert’s red heart. Enjoy a delicious breakfast before joining your Indigenous skewered chicken and garlic prawns, salads and a tasty dessert. Your meal is guide for an interpretive walk at the base of Uluru. Immerse yourself in the accompanied by a selection of red and white wines, beer and soft drinks. Anangu culture as you gather around a campfire and learn ancient bush skills.B Kata Tjuta Uluru Sunrise Valley of the Winds & Sacred Sites
Half day | Code: Y51 Half day | Code: Y18 Highlights Departs Ayers Rock Resort Highlights Departs Ayers Rock Resort Daily (Apr–Oct) 2.00pm and (Nov–Mar) Daily 90 minutes prior to sunrise • Small Group Tour with Guide 2.30pm • Uluru Sunrise Concludes 10.00am (Oct-Mar) and • Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) Concludes 50 minutes after sunset • Mutitjulu Walk 11.00am (Apr-Sep) • Valley of the Winds Lookout * * • Aboriginal Rock Art * * Adult usD 145 CAD 149 Adult usD 99 CAD 105
Travel to Kata Tjuta and walk to the Valley of the Winds, heading first to the Watch the first rays of the sun set the Red Centre and Uluru alight. After sunrise Karu lookout. With views across the many domes of Kata Tjuta and out into the join your guide for a drive around the base of Uluru. Continue to the Mutitjulu sacred Anangu men’s area, you’ll be in awe of this natural wonder. Walk to the Walk where you will be escorted to the Mutitjulu Waterhole. View Aboriginal Karingana lookout (weather permitting), and into a haven within the domes rock art and hear about the Aboriginal and European history of the area. Visit through trickling creek beds. As the sun sets, sip on complimentary wine. the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre to see locally-made crafts. Kings Canyon Ayers Rock to & Outback Alice Springs Panoramas Coach Transfer
Half day | Code: Y19/Y20 Full day | Code: Y6 Highlights Departs Ayers Rock Resort Daily Highlights Departs Daily 12.30pm (Oct-Mar) (Oct–Mar) 4.00am and (Apr–Sep) 4.45am Arrives 7.00pm • Canyon Rim Walk or Floor Walk • Panoramic views Concludes 5.00pm (Oct–Mar) and Departs Daily 1.00pm (Apr-Sep) • The Lost City 5.30pm (Apr–Sep) • Rugged outback scenery • The Garden of Eden • Expert commentary Arrives 7.30pm Adult usD 225 CAD 235 Code: Y19 • Views of Watarrka National Park Adult usD 279 CAD 289 Code: Y20 Adult usD 165 CAD 169
Depart for Kings Canyon, stopping for breakfast at Kings Creek Station. In Kings Travel through desert scenery to Alice Springs. Enjoy comprehensive commentary Canyon make the rocky climb with your guide to the rim of the canyon to be of your surrounds as you pass through the rugged outback. View majestic Atila rewarded with marvellous views over Watarrka National Park. The climb is for those (Mt. Conner) along the way. Stop at Erldunda Road House where there is the with a good level of fitness. Or explore the boulder-strewn canyon floor, an easier opportunity to purchase afternoon tea (own expense). Travel North along the shady walk. Return to Ayers Rock Resort (Y19) or travel to Alice Springs (Y20). B Stuart Highway before arriving at Alice Springs. Kakadu National Litchfield National Park Explorer Park Waterfalls
Full day | Code: D4 Full day | Code: D5 Highlights Departs Darwin Highlights Departs Darwin Daily 6.15am Daily 7.15am • Nourlangie • Florence Falls & Tolmer Falls Concludes 7.30pm Concludes 6.00pm • Yellow Water Billabong • Monsoon vine forest walk * * • Warradjan Cultural Centre Adult usD 245 CAD 255 • Wangi Falls swim Adult usD 165 CAD 169 Travel the Arnhem Highway across the Adelaide River and Marrakai Plains. Stop Visit Florence Falls with the opportunity for a scenic and interpretive bush and at Nourlangie and view ancient Aboriginal rock art. After lunch we join our local monsoon vine forest walk plus a chance for a swim in the plunge pool. Travel guide for a cruise on the Yellow Water Billabong. Search for saltwater crocodiles to Tolmer Falls to see the magnificent waters cascading down to the deep and colourful birdlife. Visit the Warradjan Cultural Centre with informative waterhole below. Finally visit Wangi Falls, another relaxing spot for a swim. displays depicting the traditions of the Aboriginal people in Kakadu. L A great day photos, including the amazing stand of termite mounds. L *Uluru – Kata Tjuta National Park and Kakadu National Park Entry Fees The entry fee is usd26/cad27 per adult and is valid for 3 consecutive days and 14 consecutive days for Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park and Kakadu National Park respectively. When taking multiple Day Tours over 3 consecutive days in Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park you only need to pay the fee once. This is an additional compulsory government charge, is subject to change without notice and is payable at time of booking. Children 15 years and under enter free. 68 Day Top End, Darwin, Cairns, Brisbane & Adelaide Tours
Katherine Gorge Cruise Darwin Sights + Optional & Edith Falls Indigenous Cruise
Full day | Code: D11 Full day | Code: D2/D2C Departs Darwin Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri & Sat Departs Darwin Daily 2.00pm Highlights (May–Oct) and Tue, Thu & Sat (Nov–Apr) Highlights Concludes 6.00pm (D2), 8.00pm (D2C) • War Cemetery 6.15am • Botanic Gardens Concludes 8.30pm • Edith Falls swim • Military Precinct Adult usD 75 CAD 79 Code: D2 • Katherine Gorge Cruise Adult usD 245 CAD 255 • Museum & Art Gallery Adult usD 150 CAD 159 Code: D2C Travel past former WWII airstrips en route to Adelaide River. Stop briefly at See Darwin’s lush Botanic Gardens, the East Point Military Precinct, Mooring the War Cemetery, and continue to Edith Falls for a swim in the waterhole Basin and the Stokes Hill Wharf area. Explore the Museum and Art Gallery of beneath (conditions permitting). After lunch join a two hour scenic cruise the Northern Territory. Add-on an Indigenous Sunset Cruise. Enjoy an interactive through Katherine Gorge. Explore the Nitmiluk Visitor Centre before returning cultural experience, as the cruise works with the tides, wind and moon to to Darwin. L showcase the dynamic environment of the harbour at twilight (D2C).
Jumping Crocs & Cairns – Great Barrier Nature Adventure Reef Cruise
Full day | Code: O7 Full day | Code: CRMC/PGBR Departs Darwin Departs Cairns Daily 9.00am Concludes Highlights Daily 1.30pm Highlights 5.00pm Departs Port Douglas Daily • Crocodile Cruise Concludes 6.30pm • Barrier Reef Cruise + Lunch 10.00am Concludes 4.30pm • Fogg Dam Reserve • Semi-submersible craft Adult usD 203 CAD 211 Code: CRMC • Window on the Wetlands Adult usD 109 CAD 115 • Marine naturalist presentation Adult usD 251 CAD 230 Code: PGBR Cruise the Adelaide River, home to over 1,600 crocodiles and visit Window on the Board a high-speed catamaran and cruise to the Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy a reef Wetlands and Fogg Dam Nature Reserve. Your Guide will entice the crocodiles presentation by a marine naturalist to learn more about the wonders of the to leap out of the water on the Jumping Crocodile Cruise. See these prehistoric reef and view the spectacular coral and tropical fish from a semi-submersible creatures up close. Continue to the Window on the Wetlands Visitors Centre for craft. Go snorkelling to view this natural living wonder up-close (equipment views over the Marrakai Plains and then on to Fogg Dam Nature Reserve. provided). A tropical buffet lunch is included. Return transfers are extra. L
Cairns – Cape Tribulation Cairns – Kuranda & Daintree Railway & Skyrail Full day | Code: CTR Full day | Code: KQST/PKQST Departs Cairns Daily 6.45am Departs Cairns Daily 8.15-9.00am Concludes Highlights Concludes 7.00pm Highlights 4.50pm Departs Port Douglas Daily 8.15- • 4WD through ancient rainforest Departs Port Douglas: Daily 7.45am • Experience indigenous culture 9.00am Concludes 5.20pm Concludes 6.00pm • Morning Tea & Tropical Lunch • Ride the Skyrail Cableway Adult usD 210 CAD 218 Code: KQST • Cruise the Daintree River Adult usD 200 CAD 207 • Kuranda Railway journey Adult usD 225 CAD 234 Code: PKQST Travel in air-conditioned comfort in a 4WD vehicle, through some of the oldest Visit the award-winning Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park. Experience the rainforest in the world, to Cape Tribulation. Enjoy morning tea at the Mossman history, creation and dance theatres where the legends of the Dreamtime are Gorge Centre, a tropical lunch in a rainforest setting, and a walk on famous brought to life. Ride the Skyrail Cableway above the Barron Gorge National Park Cape Tribulation Beach. Cruise on the Daintree River, home to the estuarine to the village of Kuranda, where there is time to stroll through the markets. crocodile, where you’ll see local wildlife and unique plants. L Board the Kuranda Railway for a breathtaking journey to Freshwater Station.
Brisbane – Croc Express Brisbane – O’Reilly’s & & Australia Zoo Lamington NP Full day | Code: B7/G7 Full day | Code: B33/G33 Highlights Departs Brisbane Daily 8.45am Concludes Highlights Departs Brisbane Daily 8.45am 5.30pm Departs Gold Coast Daily 7.30am Concludes 6.00pm • Crocoseum Show Concludes 6.30pm • Ancient rainforests Departs Gold Coast Daily 8.45am Concludes 5.00pm • Native & other wildlife Adult usD 133 CAD 138 Code: b7 • Native birdlife • Wildlife Hospital Adult usD 144 CAD 149 Code: G7 • Tree Top Walk Adult usD 106 CAD 110 The Sunshine Coast is home to Australia Zoo, made famous by the antics of the Visit the nature lovers’ paradise, O’Reilly’s. Walk high above the rainforest late Steve Irwin (the Crocodile Hunter) and Terri Irwin and Bindi. Spend almost canopy, traverse old logging tracks, see ancient forests and hear stories of 6 hours at Australia Zoo seeing the many shows and demonstrations including Queensland’s earliest settlers. Explore this natural wonder, with over 20,000 crocodile feeding and snake handling. The handlers even walk some animals hectares of sub-tropical rainforest. Hear the calls of native birds as you walk through the park so you can get up close and personal. through the tree tops, 16 metres above the rainforest floor.
Adelaide – City Sights Adelaide – Barossa Wines & Hahndorf Full day | Code: AS14 Full day | Code: AS10 Highlights Departs Adelaide Highlights Departs Adelaide Daily 9.15am Daily 9.15am • Adelaide Oval & other landmarks Concludes 12.15pm • Visit Jacobs Creek & Saltrams Wines Concludes 5.15pm • Colonel Light’s Lookout • 2 course lunch in Angaston • Seaside Glenelg Adult usD 67 CAD 69 • Hahndorf arts, craft & produce Adult usD 137 CAD 143 See world-famous Adelaide Oval. View the State Library, St. Peter’s Cathedral, Sample some of the Barossa’s finest wines at Jacobs Creek and Saltrams Wines. the Art Gallery of South Australia, SA Museum and the University of Adelaide. Enjoy a 2 course lunch in Angaston, with wine tastings from two boutique Drive to Colonel Light’s Lookout for photo opportunities. Visit famous Haigh’s wineries. Wind your way through the picturesque Adelaide Hills to Hahndorf, Chocolates (not available Sundays). Visit seaside Glenelg. Pass quaint suburbs Adelaide’s oldest German settlement, where you’ll have free time to explore the of North Adelaide and O’Connell Street, with its restaurants and trendy shops. many shops and galleries with their local arts, crafts and produce. L 68 Our boutique small group tours
Everyone is different, and at AAT Kings we respect the fact that every guest has their own concept of the perfect vacation. That’s why, in addition to our signature guided vacation products, we also offer two very different, boutique small group touring products. If you are searching for something a little more intimate, whether that’s at the premium end of the spectrum or something slightly more adventurous, then AAT Kings’ Inspiring Journeys or Aussie Adventures may be just perfect for you .
Inspiring Journeys Immersive & boutique 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.
Learn more about AAT Kings Inspiring Journeys at aatkings.com/ inspiringjourneys
Aussie Adventures Affordable, easygoing small group adventures
Aussie Adventures head off the beaten track and actively explore 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 so you won’t break your budget 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.
Learn more about AAT Kings Aussie Adventures at aatkings.com/ aussieadventures 69 Our boutique small group tours Kakadu Dreaming Inspiring 3 days Journeys
3 days from usD 1525 Highlights CAD 1585 Litchfi eld National Park, Per Person Twin Share including Florence Falls Darwin to Darwin Take the Old Jim Jim Road Code: LIKA MARY Gunlom Falls in Kakadu Darwin RIVER Ubirr 1 1 JABIRU 2014 2015 Immersive & boutique Start End Start End View Aboriginal rock art at Nourlangie May 04 May 06 May 03 May 05 Litchfield May 18 May 20 May 17 May 19 Nourlangie and Ubirr Gunlom Falls Jun 01 Jun 03 May 31 Jun 02 small group journeys National Jun 15 Jun 17 Jun 14 Jun 16 Park Jun 29 Jul 01 Jun 28 Jun 30 Take in the views over wetlands Jul 13 Jul 15 Jul 12 Jul 14 Jul 27 Jul 29 Jul 26 Jul 28 and escarpment at Ubirr Aug 10 Aug 12 Aug 09 Aug 11 1 Night Stopovers Aug 24 Aug 26 Aug 23 Aug 25 Airfares are not included in journey price Sep 07 Sep 09 Sep 06 Sep 08 Cruise on Mary River Sep 21 Sep 23 Sep 20 Sep 22 Gunlom Falls Oct 05 Oct 07 Oct 04 Oct 06 Oct 19 Oct 21 Oct 18 Oct 20
Highlighted dates indicate Defi nite Departures. Visit aatkings.com for additional Defi nite Departure dates Itinerary Day 2: Mary River – Kakadu are scenic wetlands, monsoonal We’re off to Australia’s largest vine forests, woodlands, a diversity Prices | Land content only National Park – Kakadu. World of fl ora and 117 different types of Day 1: Darwin – Litchfi eld – Heritage listed, as both a cultural and reptiles. See important indigenous 3 days Darwin to USD Twin CAD Twin Mary River Darwin Code: LIKA Per Person Per Person natural sanctuary, Kakadu National sites and hear from our expert It’s time to meet your Driver Guide 01 May 14 – 31 Oct 14 1525 1585 Park is an Australian icon. Pending Driver Guide on the history, culture 01 May 15 – 18 Oct 15 1575 1635 before we head south from Darwin wet weather and road conditions and some of the lesser-known facts along the Stuart Highway to Price Per Person Single† we’ll turn onto the Old Jim Jim about the park, providing insights Litchfi eld National Park. While you’re 01 May 14 – 31 Oct 14 1910 1985 Road, a rugged and spectacular into the region you’d never discover here you’ll visit two of the famous 01 May 15 – 18 Oct 15 1960 2035 4WD track, then cross the South on your own. We’ll take in a stop falls within the park, starting with Alligator River. Along the way, we’ll at the National Park Headquarters, †Single traveller must pay the single price. Wangi Falls, a sacred site that is used stop to take in the majestic beauty Bowali Visitor Centre – a great by local Aboriginal women. If you’re Flight Information of Gunlom (seasonal), located on place to learn more about the park. Day prior to journey – fl ights anytime into Darwin feeling active, grab your walking Waterfall Creek in World Heritage- Continuing on to the World Heritage Day 3 Flights anytime from Darwin shoes and explore the surrounding listed Kakadu National Park. It is the listed Ubirr, you’ll see more ancient areas on a moderately graded, 1.6km magical combination of waterfall, Aboriginal rock art and take a short bushwalk up rock stairs taking you shady gums and serene plunge walk to discover remarkable views through lush monsoonal rainforest pool. A steep climb to the top of the over the surrounding wetlands and Early Payment Savings and behind the falls. Keep an eye out waterfall provides sweeping views of escarpment from the fantastic for the wildlife that’s common to the the southern-most parts of Kakadu vantage point of Nadab Lookout. area like the agile wallaby and dingo. National Park, while you enjoy a Overlooking three different habitats, Save up to We’ll drive up the escarpment to get relaxing dip in the crystal clear pools. there is a myriad of wildlife to spot per a fantastic view of Florence Falls, a including some of the more than 280 usD couple You’ll visit Nourlangie, famed for its 230 spectacular waterhole surrounded bird species that call the park home. well-preserved Aboriginal rock art, per by monsoon forest, and then take a CAD 240 couple some of which is believed to date Now it’s time to just relax in the short walk down to see the falls and back at least 20,000 years. You’ll also air-conditioned comfort of our 4WD, when you pay in full on or before 27 January 2014 go for a cool and refreshing swim in hear fi rst-hand, an interpretation chat to some of the new friends the natural waterhole. You’ll have Affordable, easygoing of the art and the rich Aboriginal you’ve made over the past couple of time to kick back and relax in the culture as you explore the various days and take in the ever-changing More ways to save clear natural rock pool and let the small group adventures outdoor ‘galleries’. This evening, scenery on the journey to Corroboree gentle flow of water cascade over Kings Club Save up to usd75 | cad80 you’ll stay in the indigenous-owned, Billabong for a stunning cruise you. We’re then on to the Meridian Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn. Relax through the picturesque wetlands. Discounts are per person off the above prices. For more Termite Mounds where you’ll see details see page 13. Note: Itinerary, departure dates & in your room’s private courtyard or See a multitude of bird species, hundreds of distinctive mounds prices may change from 01/04/15. balcony, unwind in the restaurant such as the Jabiru, White Breasted standing up to 2 metres high before and bar or take a refreshing dip in Sea Eagle and Kingfi sher. You might a fresh picnic lunch in Litchfield. the shaded outdoor pool. Or why even spot dingoes and wallabies, Later, we’ll take the off-road Marrakai not wander through the property plus there are crocodiles – this area Track cross-country (seasonal). See and its on-site gallery taking in its has the world’s highest crocodile Inclusions fl oodplains and cattle stations impressive indigenous art collection. population density. Following your Experienced Driver Guide en route before we arrive at the Accommodation: Gagudju Crocodile cruise we’ll continue to Darwin and Hand-picked accommodation amazing Wildman Wilderness Lodge. Holiday Inn, Jabiru. B L D arrive into town in the early evening, Situated in the Mary River Wetlands, where you can say farewell and enjoy Travel by luxury small group 4WD vehicle with average 12-16 guests the property seamlessly combines Day 3: Kakadu – Darwin all cosmopolitan and multi-cultural comfort and chic with the beauty This morning we have a leisurely Darwin has to offer. Perhaps indulge of the surrounding landscape. You’ll start to your day, so relax at the hotel in some fresh, local seafood or Asian Dining stay in permanent safari tents and or take an optional scenic fl ight over inspired cuisine or just relax with Full Buffet Breakfasts (2) B soak up the surrounding wilderness Arnhem Land, before another day of a cocktail and reminisce about Lunches (3) L views from your private deck. wonder lies ahead. With more than your Kakadu Dreaming inspiring Dinners (2) D Accommodation: Wildman Wilderness 20,000 square kilometres of National journey. B L Lodge, Mary River. L D Park, Kakadu’s famous features 70 The Long White Cloud Highlights
Ride the TranzAlpine train Punakaiki Rocks & Blowholes See Franz Josef Glacier Arrowtown & Queenstown View Lake Te Anau Marvel at Milford Sound Wild Stewart Island View Mount Cook Church of the Good Shepherd. Rotorua Thermal Wonders Maori Show & Hangi Famous Waitomo Caves
Milford Sound Cruise Bay of Islands & Russell
evening, why not enjoy Franz Josef’s shores of the South Island’s largest Ulva Island’s wildlife sanctuary. Itinerary local geothermal hot pools or perhaps lake, Lake Te Anau. Later you’ll travel You’ll learn about native birds like a massage. Dinner is at the retreat. through the rainforest of World the Weka and spend time up close Day 1: Welcome to Christchurch Accommodation: Te Waonui Forest Heritage Fiordland National Park, to native fl ora and fauna. Tonight, Upon arrival at Christchurch Airport Retreat, Franz Josef. B D sighting glaciers and mountain ranges try your hand at a bit of kiwi- you’ll be transferred to your hotel. before driving through the hand-hewn spotting in the native bush near your Day 4: Franz Josef – Queenstown Spend some free time to relax or Homer Tunnel to the amazing Mirror accommodation before dinner. B You’ll have the opportunity to see the explore on your own. Perhaps visit Lake – where the surroundings refl ect glacier from the air on a scenic fl ight. Day 10: Stewart Island – Mt. Cook the International Antarctic Centre or perfectly on the lake. Afterwards, Later today, travel over the Haast Pass Board a ferry to the mainland. Orana Wildlife Park, New Zealand’s we’ll walk to see the Chasm on our and along the shores of Lakes Wanaka Admire the rural farming views of only open-range zoo. This evening way into Milford Sound and take and Hawea, stopping at Makarora at Southland as you travel back towards meet your Tour Director for dinner and some time to kayak this majestic lunchtime. We’ll also stop to explore Queenstown. Travel over the Lindis a welcome drink. Fiord and experience Milford Sound, the historic gold-mining village of Pass and into the MacKenzie high Accommodation: The George Hotel, a World Heritage Site, considered by Arrowtown on the Arrow River, country, along the shores of Lake Christchurch. D many as the Eighth Wonder of the followed by an orientation tour of Pukaiki to the foothills of Mt. Cook, World. Tonight it’s a magical dinner Day 2: Christchurch – Punakaiki Queenstown. Surrounded by majestic the highest mountain in the Southern on our overnight cruise on the Milford All aboard the famous TranzAlpine mountains and nestled on the Hemisphere. Tonight enjoy dinner with Mariner. You’ll cruise the length of train! Rated as one of the world’s shores of crystal clear Lake Wakatipu, a mountain view. Milford Sound to the Tasman Sea past great scenic railway journeys, you’ll Queenstown’s scenery is inspiring. Accommodation: The Hermitage. B D waterfalls, mountains and wildlife. travel in comfort for the journey across Tonight you’ll stay at Millbrook Resort, Accommodation: Milford Mariner, Day 11: Mt. Cook – Christchurch the Canterbury Plains through the set amid sparkling streams and rolling Milford Sound. B D See Lakes Pukaki and Tekapo, where Southern Alps. We’ll then re-join our hills in the Southern Alps and framed you’ll stop to view the Church of the coach at Arthur’s Pass and travel to by the Remarkables Mountain Range. Day 8: Milford Sound – Stewart Island Good Shepherd. You’re welcomed into Punakaiki to view the Pancake Rocks Accommodation: Millbrook Resort, Enjoy the many early morning the home of Angie and Stan Taylor and Blowholes. You’ll stay in an eco- Queenstown, 3 nights. B D activities on board. This afternoon it’s to enjoy a barbecue lunch in their friendly resort right on the waterfront. lunch in Te Anau. Later we’ll continue Day 5: Queenstown 600 acre garden. Then travel along the Enjoy dinner while watching the to the southern-most city in New Today is free for you to explore New Canterbury Plains to the Garden City thundering surf. Zealand, Invercargill. We’ll board a Zealand’s adventure-capital at your of Christchurch. On a sightseeing tour Accommodation: Punakaiki Resort. B D ferry at Bluff to cruise to Stewart leisure. Perhaps play a round of golf see how Christchurch is being rebuilt Island, the 3rd largest island in New Day 3: Punakaiki – Franz Josef or indulge in spa treatment. Tonight after the devastating 2011 earthquake. Zealand. With its clear, clean waters, A leisurely start today before a you’ll ride the Skyline Gondola to Accommodation: The George Hotel, lush rainforest, fl ora and fauna and visit to the small town of Hokitika, Bob’s Peak for dinner with a view Christchurch. B L unspoilt natural beauty, you’ll get the heritage and cultural centre of overlooking stunning Queenstown, the a glimpse into an enviable slower Day 12: Christchurch – Wellington the West Coast, for a Greenstone Remarkables and Lake Wakatipu. B D lifestyle. You can dine at one of the Travel along the rugged Pacifi c Ocean (Jade) jewellery demonstration by Day 6: Queenstown cafés or meet the locals at the hotel. coast to Kaikoura, famous for its a local carver. We then visit the Make the most of your extended Accommodation: Bay Motel, Stewart whales (optional whale watching West Coast’s newest attraction, a stay in Queenstown. Why not take Island, 2 nights. B fl ight is available). See New Zealand’s Tree Top walk through the canopy a trip to the Gibbston Valley Winery, fur seals at Ohau Point. Pass the of this lush rainforest. Stop at the Day 9: Stewart Island join a garden tour or take a jet boat Grassmere Salt Works then travel to gold-mining town of Ross en route This morning we’re off on a Village ride down the mighty Shotover River. the seaside town of Picton. Cruise on to Franz Josef, where we’ll take a and Bays tour before taking a lunch Tonight you can dine at one of the Queen Charlotte Sound and across guided tour to the viewing area at cruise on Paterson Inlet. Paterson Inlet many local restaurants and cafes in Cook Strait to Wellington for a city the mighty Franz Josef Glacier with is the largest waterway on Stewart town, or simply relax at our resort. B sightseeing tour. a local expert glacier guide. Our Island where you’ll see the many Accommodation: Museum Hotel, eco-friendly accommodation is set Day 7: Queenstown – Milford Sound remote sandy beaches and wildlife. Wellington, 2 nights. B D amid native bush, with an emphasis We’ll travel south along the shores You’ll stop at Ulva Island and tour with on relaxation and rejuvenation. This of Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau on the the Department of Conservation on 71 Inspiring 14 or 22 days Journeys
14 days from BAY OF Inclusions Dining 2 ISLANDS usD 6050 Highlights Experienced Tour Director Full Buffet Breakfasts (21) B AUCKLAND CAD 5975 Hand-picked accommodation Lunches (2) L Ride the TranzAlpine train 1 1 COROMANDEL Per Person Twin Share Travel by luxury small group Dinners (13) D 1 RANGES Punakaiki Rocks & Blowholes coach with average 12-20 guests Christchurch to Auckland 2 ROTORUA Code: NZCA/NZIJ See Franz Josef Glacier Waitomo 1 TAUPO travelling between 13 January & 10 March 2014? Caves Vacations departing between these dates operate Arrowtown & Queenstown Mt. Ruapehu to a 14 day itinerary. View Lake Te Anau 2014 2015 Picton Start End Start End Jan 13 Jan 26 Jan 12 Feb 02 Marvel at Milford Sound 2 WELLINGTON Feb 03 Feb 16 Jan 19 Feb 09 Feb 17 Mar 02 Feb 02 Feb 23 Mar 10 Mar 23 Feb 09 Mar 02 Wild Stewart Island PUNAKAIKI 1 Oct 20 Nov 10 Feb 16 Mar 09 Nov 17 Dec 08 Mar 02 Mar 23 Arthur’s Kaikoura Dec 15 Jan 05 Mar 09 Mar 30 Hokitika Pass Mar 16 Apr 06 View Mount Cook TranzAlpine Train Mar 23 Apr 13 FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER 1 Oct 19 Nov 09 1 1 CHRISTCHURCH Nov 16 Dec 07 Church of the Good Shepherd. Lake Dec 14 Jan 04 Arrowtown 1 Tekapo MT.COOK Rotorua Thermal Wonders MILFORD SOUND 1 3 QUEENSTOWN Maori Show & Hangi Te Anau Lindis Highlighted dates indicate Defi nite Departures. Visit Pass 1 2 3 Night Stopovers aatkings.com for additional Defi nite Departure dates Famous Waitomo Caves and alternative itinerary. STEWART Bluff Return Ferry Bay of Islands & Russell Rotorua Maori Culture ISLAND 2 Airfares are not included in holiday price Prices | Land content only 14 days Christchurch USD Twin CAD Twin to Auckland Per Person Per Person Day 13: Wellington ferns and trees that grow around the before a Maori guide walks you Code: NZCA Today is at leisure. Perhaps join a Lord crystal clear mineral water springs. through the native bush and explains 01 Jan 14 – 31 Mar 14 6050 5975 of the Rings movie tour, or even a You might even spot a kiwi or two! the history and legend behind the Price Per Person Single† cruise to Soams Island in Wellington To complete our day, we visit the mighty Kauri. We’ll then head to our 01 Jan 14 – 31 Mar 14 8005 7910 Harbour. This evening why not Whakarewera Living Village for waterfront resort in the heart of the venture down to the harbour to dine an insight into Maori life and how Bay of Islands and tonight it’s dinner 22 days Christchurch to Auckland Code: NZIJ at a local restaurant or café. B they interact with the geothermal at the resort. 01 Oct 14 – 31 Mar 15 9850 10150 activity. B Accommodation: Copthorne Hotel 01 Oct 15 – 14 Dec 15 10095 10425 Day 14: Wellington – Taupo and Resort, Bay of Islands, 2 nights. B D We’ll travel along the Kapiti Coast, Day 17: Rotorua – Coromandel Price Per Person Single† past the dairy farms of Manawatu to Day 20: Bay of Islands 01 Oct 14 – 31 Mar 15 13065 13465 We make our way to the famous 01 Oct 15 – 14 Dec 15 13310 13740 Tongariro National Park to discover Waitomo Caves to visit Cave World, This morning you’ll take a ferry †Single traveller must pay the single price. the alpine scenery of Mt. Ruapehu. for an exclusive 5 star Eco Glow across the harbour to historic Russell Visit Taupo and drive along the Worm experience. It’s just a short and enjoy a guided tour of the fi rst shores of New Zealand’s largest European settlement in New Zealand. Flight Information walk through breath-taking New Day 1 Flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm into lake. View Huka Falls and pass the Zealand native bush before your A local guide will also take us on a Christchurch (NZIJ) Wairakei Geothermal Power Station. guide sets the scene for a cave walking tour of the town. The rest of Day 22 Flights anytime from Auckland (NZIJ) Accommodation: Hilton Hotel, experience, where you will see glow the day is at your leisure. B Please ask your Travel Agent or visit our website Taupo. for fl ight information relating to NZCA itinerary. B D worms and cave formations and Day 21: Auckland Day 15: Taupo – Rotorua appreciate the beauty of Footwhistle We’re off to the Bay of Islands There’s time to explore the township Cave. Next stop is the dairy farming Maritime Park where we’ll take a of Taupo, or perhaps try your hand community of Matamata before a cruise to the famous ‘Hole in the Flight Information EarlyPlease ask your Payment Travel Agent or visit our Savings website for at trout fi shing before continuing to delicious lunch at Longlands Farm Rock’; see historic Cape Brett as we details relating to your specifi c itinerary. nearby Rotorua. Now it’s time to gain country-style restaurant. Now we’re explore some of the 165 islands in the an insight into local Maori culture off to the Coromandel Ranges to bay. Later, you’ll have some time in Save up to Puka Park, where you’ll stay in Tree and history with our special Maori Paihia for you to check out the local per show and traditional Hangi, where Hut Chalets, set among the native craft shops, go for a walk along the usD couple bush. Tonight it’s dinner at the resort. 1476 you’ll experience the local customs beachfront or just relax over a coffee per like the Hongi greeting as well as Accommodation: Puka Park, with friends. We’ll celebrate tonight CAD 1524 couple Coromandel Ranges. B L D learn some traditional words. This at a farewell dinner in Auckland. when you pay in full on or before 27 January 2014 evening enjoy a traditional Maori Accommodation: Sofi tel, Day 18: Coromandel – Auckland Hangi dinner, a meal cooked in the Auckland. B D After a leisurely breakfast, we ground using geothermal steam. See travel to Auckland, New Zealand’s Day 22: Farewell from Auckland More ways to save the Hangi pit and enjoy the unique largest city. We’ll take an afternoon Say farewell to your fellow travellers fl a v o u r .s Kings Club Save up to usd492 | cad508 sightseeing tour then you are at as your inspiring journey comes to Accommodation: Princes Gate Hotel, leisure to explore the town and try an end and we transfer you to Discounts are per person off the above prices. For more Rotorua, 2 nights. B D details see page 13. Note: Itinerary, departure dates & out the Auckland restaurant scene. Auckland Airport. B prices may change from 01/10/14. Day 16: Rotorua Accommodation: Sofi tel, Auckland. B We’re off to see the multi-award- Day 19: Auckland – Bay of Islands winning and highly entertaining Travel to Orewa and the scenic Agrodome Sheep Show. You’ll Hibiscus Coast, birthplace of Sir witness the art of sheep shearing, Edmund Hillary. We then continue sheepdog demonstrations, cow to the Waipoua Forest, a sanctuary milking, bottle feeding of lambs that is home to many native trees and even a sheep auction. Your next including the largest Kauri tree in stop is Rainbow Springs Nature Park. existence, Tane Mahuta (over 2,000 Here you’ll discover native bush, years old). We’ll take a picnic break 72 The Southern Drift
Lake Wakatipu
PUNAKAIKI 1 Arthur’s Highlights Hokitika Pass TranzAlpine Train FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER 1 1 1 Ride the TranzAlpine train Lake CHRISTCHURCH Arrowtown 1 Tekapo Punakaiki Rocks & MT.COOK MILFORD SOUND 1 Blowholes 3 QUEENSTOWN Jade carving demonstration Te Anau Lindis See Franz Josef Glacier Pass STEWART Bluff Arrowtown & Queenstown Franz Josef Glacier ISLAND 2 View Lake Te Anau 1 2 3 Night Stopovers Marvel at Milford Sound Return Ferry Wild Stewart Island Airfares are not included in holiday price View Mount Cook See the city of Christchurch
Mount Cook Bobs Peak, Queenstown Stewart Island 73 Inspiring 8 or 12 days Journeys
8 days from Inclusions Dining usD 3475 Experienced Tour Director Full Buffet Breakfasts (11) B CAD 3450 Hand-picked accommodation Lunch (1) L Per Person Twin Share Travel by luxury small group Dinners (8) D coach with average 12-20 guests Christchurch to Christchurch Code: NZCQ/NZSI
travelling between 13 January & 10 March 2014? Vacations departing between these dates operate tour of Queenstown. Tonight you’ll lunch in Te Anau. Later we’ll continue to an 8 day itinerary. Itinerary stay at Millbrook Resort, set amid to the southern-most city in New sparkling streams and rolling hills in Zealand, Invercargill. We’ll board a 2014 2015 Day 1: Welcome to Christchurch Start End Start End the Southern Alps and framed by the ferry at Bluff to cruise to Stewart Jan 13 Jan 20 Jan 12 Jan 23 Upon arrival at Christchurch Airport Feb 03 Feb 10 Jan 19 Jan 30 Remarkables Mountain Range. This Island, the 3rd largest island in New you’ll be transferred to your hotel. Feb 17 Feb 24 Feb 02 Feb 13 evening we dine at one of the resort’s Zealand, for a wondrous experience. Mar 10 Mar 17 Feb 09 Feb 20 Spend some free time to relax or Oct 20 Oct 31 Feb 16 Feb 27 restaurants. With its clear, clean waters, lush Nov 17 Nov 28 Mar 02 Mar 13 explore on your own. Perhaps visit Dec 15 Dec 26 Mar 09 Mar 20 Accommodation: Millbrook Resort, rainforest, sweeping sands, fl ora and Mar 16 Mar 27 the International Antarctic Centre or Mar 23 Apr 03 Queenstown, 3 nights. B D fauna and unspoilt natural beauty, Oct 19 Oct 30 Orana Wildlife Park, New Zealand’s you’ll get a glimpse into an enviable Nov 16 Nov 27 only open-range zoo. This evening Day 5: Queenstown Dec 14 Dec 25 simpler, slower lifestyle. You can dine meet your Tour Director for dinner. Today is free for you to explore New at one of the cafés or meet the locals Accommodation: The George Hotel, Zealand’s adventure-capital at your Highlighted dates indicate Defi nite Departures. Visit at the hotel. aatkings.com for additional Defi nite Departure dates Christchurch. D leisure. Perhaps play a round of golf Accommodation: Bay Motel, and alternative itinerary. or indulge in spa treatment at our Day 2: Christchurch – Punakaiki Stewart Island, 2 nights. B resort. Tonight you’ll ride the Skyline First up it’s all aboard the famous Gondola to Bob’s Peak for dinner Day 9: Stewart Island TranzAlpine train. Rated as one of Prices | Land content only with a view overlooking stunning This morning we’re off on a Village the world’s great scenic railway Queenstown, the Remarkables and and Bays tour before taking a cruise journeys, you’ll travel in the comfort 8 days Christchurch USD Twin CAD Twin Lake Wakatipu. B D on Paterson Inlet and enjoying lunch. to Queenstown Per Person Per Person of our carriage for the journey across Code: NZCQ Paterson Inlet is the largest waterway the Canterbury Plains through the Day 6: Queenstown 01 Jan 14 – 31 Mar 14 3475 3450 on Stewart Island where you’ll see Southern Alps. We’ll then re-join our Make the most of your extended stay Price Per Person Single† the many remote sandy beaches coach at Arthur’s Pass and travel in Queenstown. Why not take a trip 01 Jan 14 – 31 Mar 14 4595 4555 and wildlife. You’ll stop at Ulva to Punakaiki to view the Pancake to the Gibbston Valley Winery, join Island and this afternoon take a tour 12 days Christchurch USD Twin CAD Twin Rocks and Blowholes. You’ll stay a garden tour or take a jet boat ride to Christchurch Per Person Per Person with staff from the Department of Code: NZSI in an eco-friendly resort right on down the mighty Shotover River or Conservation on Ulva Island’s wildlife 01 Oct 14 – 31 Mar 15 5550 5725 the waterfront. Enjoy dinner while get wet white water rafting down 01 Oct 15 – 14 Dec 15 5695 5875 sanctuary. You’ll learn about native watching the thundering surf at the Kawarau River! Tonight you birds like the Weka and spend time your doorstep. can dine at one of the many local Price Per Person Single† up close to native fl ora and fauna – a 01 Oct 14 – 31 Mar 15 7335 7570 Accommodation: Punakaiki Resort. B D restaurants and cafes in town, or day of exploration and education. 01 Oct 15 – 14 Dec 15 7480 7720 simply relax at our resort. B Day 3: Punakaiki – Franz Josef Tonight, try your hand at a bit of kiwi- †Single traveller must pay the single price. This morning we have a leisurely Day 7: Queenstown – Milford Sound spotting in the native bush near your Flight Information start to the day. Visit the small We’ll travel south along the shores accommodation before dinner this Day 1 Flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm into town of Hokitika, the heritage and of Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau on the evening at the South Sea Hotel. B D Christchurch (NZSI) Day 12 Flights anytime from Christchurch (NZSI) cultural centre of the West Coast, shores of Lake Te Anau, the largest Day 10: Stewart Island – Mt. Cook for a Greenstone (Jade) jewellery lake in the South Island. Later you’ll Please ask your Travel Agent or visit our website for Board a ferry to the mainland. demonstration by a local carver. We travel through the rainforest of fl ight information relating to NZCQ itinerary. Admire the rural farming views of then visit the West Coast’s newest World Heritage Fiordland National Southland as you travel back towards attraction, a Tree Top walk through Park, sighting glaciers and mountain Queenstown. Travel over the Lindis the canopy of this lush rainforest. ranges before driving through the Pass and into the MacKenzie high Early Payment Savings Now we’re off to the gold-mining hand-hewn Homer Tunnel to a country, along the shores of Lake town of Ross before arriving at Franz photographer’s paradise surrounded Pukaiki to the foothills of Mt. Cook, Josef, where we’ll take a guided tour by Pop’s Lookout, Cleddau Valley and the highest mountain in the Southern Save up to to the viewing area at the mighty the amazing Mirror Lake – where the Hemisphere. Tonight enjoy dinner per Franz Josef Glacier with a local expert surroundings refl ect perfectly on the with view of the mountain. usD 832 couple glacier guide. lake. Afterwards, we’ll walk to see the Accommodation: The Hermitage. B D per Chasm on our way into Milford Sound CAD couple Our eco-friendly accommodation 858 and take some time to kayak this Day 11: Mt. Cook – Christchurch is set amid native bush, with when you pay in full on or before 27 January 2014 majestic Fiord and experience Milford See Lakes Pukaki and Tekapo, where an emphasis on relaxation and Sound, New Zealand’s most famous you’ll stop to view the Church of the rejuvenation. This evening, why not destination, part of the Fiordland Good Shepherd. You’re welcomed into enjoy Franz Josef’s local geothermal More ways to save National Park and a World Heritage the home of Angie and Stan Taylor to hot pools or perhaps a massage. Site, considered by many as the enjoy a barbecue lunch in their Kings Club Save up to usd277 | cad286 Dinner tonight is at the retreat. Eighth Wonder of the World. Tonight 600 acre garden. Then travel along Accommodation: Te Waonui Forest Discounts are per person off the above prices. For more it’s a magical dinner on our overnight the Canterbury Plains to the Garden details see page 13. Note: Itinerary, departure dates & Retreat, Franz Josef. B D cruise on the Milford Mariner. You’ll City of Christchurch. On a sightseeing prices may change from 01/10/14. Day 4: Franz Josef – Queenstown cruise the length of Milford Sound tour see how Christchurch is being You’ll have the opportunity to see to the Tasman Sea with plenty of rebuilt after the earthquake of 2011. the glacier from the air on a scenic time to view waterfalls, rainforest, Accommodation: The George Hotel, fl ight (own expense). Later today, mountains and wildlife. Christchurch. B L travel over the Haast Pass and Accommodation: Milford Mariner, Day 12: Farewell from Christchurch along the shores of Lakes Wanaka Milford Sound. B D Say farewell to your fellow travellers and Hawea, stopping at Makarora Day 8: Milford Sound – Stewart as your inspiring journey comes at lunchtime. We’ll also stop to Island to an end with your transfer to explore the historic gold-mining Enjoy the many early morning Christchurch Airport for your onward village of Arrowtown on the Arrow activities on board. This afternoon it’s fl i g h tB . River, followed by an orientation 74 Aussie Aussie Adventures Adventures
Kakadu Escape Top End Escape 2 days | Code: AAH2 3 days | Code: KNL3 Ubirr Sunset Katherine Gorge
Kakadu Kakadu National National Park Park Ubirr Mary River Ubirr Darwin Darwin 1 JABIRU Nourlangie Wangi Falls Gunlom COOINDA 1 Anbangbang Billabong Falls Yellow Water Billabong Litchfield National Park Pine Kakadu Creek National South Park Alligator Maguk KATHERINE 1 River (Barramundi Gorge) Katherine Gorge
1 Night Stopover 1 Night Stopover
Yellow Water Billabong Cruise Nourlangie Rock Art Kakadu National Park Florence Falls
Highlights Inclusions Highlights Inclusions • Explore Aboriginal rock art Experienced Driver Guide • Cruise on Mary River Wetlands Experienced Driver Guide at Ubirr and Nourlangie Comfortable accommodation • Aboriginal Rock art at Ubirr Comfortable accommodation • Yellow Water Billabong Travel in air-conditioned 4WD vehicle • Dinner cruise and Aboriginal Travel in air-conditioned 4WD vehicle • Visit Anbangbang Billabong with maximum 16 guests culture on Katherine Gorge with maximum 16 guests • Swim at Maguk • Waterfalls in Kakadu & Litchfi eld Departs Departs Dining Wed & Fri (Apr-Nov) 6.30am Dining Mon & Thu (May-Oct) 8.00am Lunches (2) L Concludes 7.30pm in Darwin Lunches (2) L Dinner (1) D Concludes 6.00pm in Darwin
Day 1: Darwin – Kakadu Day 1: Darwin – Kakadu You’ll depart Darwin by 4WD and travel along the Arnhem Highway into Kakadu Depart Darwin by 4WD for a cruise on the billabong system of the Mary River National Park, crossing the South Alligator River to the World Heritage Area of Wetlands. World Heritage listed Kakadu National Park is next, with lunch en route. Ubirr where you’ll climb up through the ancient Aboriginal rock art galleries to Then stop at Bowali Visitor Centre. Later you’ll head to the ancient Aboriginal rock the lookout for the view over surrounding wetlands. You’ll next visit the Bowali art sites at Ubirr and learn of the signifi cance of these paintings. Visitor Centre and continue to Cooinda to join Kakadu’s famous Yellow Water Hotel: Gagudju Lodge Cooinda, Kakadu. L Wetlands Cruise to experience the beauty of Kakadu. Day 2: Kakadu – Katherine Hotel: Gagudju Lodge Cooinda, Kakadu. L Travelling along the Kakadu Highway to Gunlom Falls, you’ll experience Day 2: Nourlangie & Maguk – Darwin magical combination of waterfall and serene plunge pool, surrounded by Today’s highlights include a fascinating visit to the Nourlangie region with shady gums. After a relaxing dip, you’ll head out of the park and through the spectacular views and pristine freshwater environs in the southern end of small township of Pine Creek for lunch (own expense) before travelling on to the park. After a short drive from Cooinda to the Nourlangie rock art site, Katherine. Here you’ll join the Nabilil Dreaming Sunset Cultural Dinner Cruise you’ll join your Guide to explore the various galleries and hear an insightful on Katherine Gorge and learn about the spirit, history and culture of the interpretation of the rich Aboriginal cultural history of the area. Then you’re off Jawoyn people as you cruise along the fi rst two tranquil gorges. As the sun to visit Anbangbang Billabong, with its paperbark swamps, fringing woodlands sets, enjoy a three course candle-lit buffet dinner. and a sandstone plateau scrub – a good place to view a range of wildlife. A Hotel: Ibis Styles, Katherine. D large number of water fowl and wading birds inhabit the billabong and many Day 3: Katherine – Darwin wallabies can be found grazing around the water’s edge. Later in the day, Now you’re off to the Adelaide River War Cemetery before continuing on to venture off the beaten track to Maguk (Barramundi Gorge), where a 2km return Litchfi eld National Park and to view the intriguing termite mounds. You’ll see walk through paperbark forest leads to a small waterfall and clear plunge pool the picturesque double waterfall that forms Florence Falls and head to Buley with the opportunity to swim. Return to Darwin on the old 4WD Rockhole for another opportunity to cool down in the series of plunge pools Jim Jim Road. L that cascade down a hillside. After a quick bite to eat you’ll travel to the rock pool at Wangi Falls where you can enjoy a refreshing swim or nature walk to the top of the falls before returning to Darwin this evening. L
Darwin to Darwin Darwin to Darwin Low Season High Season Low Season High Season
USD$599 twin $714 single† USD$675 twin $860 single† USD$909 twin $1094 single† USD$1015 twin $1275 single† CAD$619 twin $739 single† CAD$699 twin $894 single† CAD$945 twin $1140 single† CAD$1050 twin $1320 single†
01 Apr 14 – 31 May 14 & 01 Oct 14 – 30 Nov 14 01 Jun 14 – 30 Sep 14 01 Apr 14 – 31 May 14 & 01 Oct 14 – 30 Nov 14 01 Jun 14 – 30 Sep 14
†Single traveller must pay the single price. †Single traveller must pay the single price. If Ubirr and/or Maguk are closed, areas such as Nanguluwur, Gubara Pools or Nawulandja will be visited. 75 Why not stay a little longer?
Booking pre and post accommodation is easy Our special discounted rates make adding days either before or after your vacation both easy and affordable at selected AAT Kings hotels and resorts. To extend your stay, simply choose the number of extra nights and ask your travel agent to reserve the additional accommodation at the time of booking. It couldn’t be any easier. Your accommodation includes breakfast daily (room only on Outback Short Breaks), and airport transfers.
Australia New Zealand Stamford Plaza Mercure Hotel Adelaide Country Comfort Auckland The Langham Ibis Styles Alice Springs Oasis Sofitel Aurora Alice Springs (Standard) Ibis Hotel Alice Springs Lasseters Hotel The George Hotel Christchurch Doubletree by Hilton Novotel Chifley Alice Springs Resort (River Gum) Heartland Hotel Cotswold
Outback Pioneer Budget Rooms Queenstown Millbrook Resort Outback Pioneer Hotel Ayers Rock Desert Gardens Hotel Sails in the Desert Hotel Brisbane Novotel Rydges Esplanade Cairns Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort Hilton Hotel Value Inn Travelodge Mirambeena Resort Darwin Mantra on the Esplanade Novotel Atrium Wrest Point (Mountain Side) Hobart Hotel Grand Chancellor (Mountain Side) Best Western Plus Launceston Hotel Grand Chancellor Mercure Welcome Melbourne Crowne Plaza Vibe Hotel Sydney Four Points by Sheraton Darling Harbour 76
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TropIcal Australia raInforesT p26 Darwin l l Kakadu National Park The GreaT BarrIer KImBerley reef p54 Bungle Bungle l Cairns l
l Broome lITchfIelD Broome WaTerfalls Beaches p30 The Northern Territory WhITsunDays p29
KinGs canyon aDvenTure p55 uluru naTure p17 p27
Western Australia Queensland DolphIns l Monkey Mia ancIenT InDIGenous culTure l Brisbane p66 The KaTa TJ uTa pInnacles p 23 South Australia syDney New South Wales opera house & Wave Barossa harBour rocK valley Perth l hunTer BrIDGe fooD & WIne p19 p33 valley fooD & WIne naTIve l Barossa p64 Hunter l WIlDfloWers Valley Valley lMargaret River l l Adelaide Sydney BonDI Beach Kangaroo Island Canberra l p17 marGareT rIver l Victoria fooD & WIne Melbourne l penGuIns GreaT p65 ocean cape leeuWIn roaD naTIonal parK p35 KanGaroo IslanD Tasmania WIlDlIfe TassIe WIne & p54 Wineglass l Bay cheese Cradle l p37 Mountain craDle Maps are not to scale mounTaIn p37 l Hobart l ausTralIan Port hIsTory Arthur p36 Australian weather Average temperatures (F˚) are shown below
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Adelaide Distance chart Max (F˚) 86 84 81 73 66 61 59 61 66 72 72 82 Min (F˚) 61 63 59 55 50 46 45 46 48 52 55 59 Distances in miles Rainfall Inch 1 1 1 2 3 3 3 2 2 2 1 1 Alice Springs Max (F˚) 99 97 91 84 73 68 66 72 79 88 93 95 Adelaide Min (F˚) 72 70 64 57 48 43 39 45 50 59 64 68 Rainfall Inch 1 2 1 0 1 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 1566 Airlie Beach Cairns Max (F˚) 90 88 86 84 81 79 77 81 82 84 88 88 1058 1231 Alice Springs Min (F˚) 75 75 72 72 68 64 63 64 66 70 72 73 Rainfall Inch 16 17 18 7 4 2 1 1 1 1 3 7 978 1499 270 Ayers Rock
Darwin 1281 681 1924 1840 Brisbane Max (F˚) 90 90 90 91 90 88 86 88 91 93 93 91 Min (F˚) 77 77 77 75 72 68 68 70 73 77 77 77 2548 2192 1437 1322 2691 Broome Rainfall Inch 15 13 10 4 1 0 0 0 1 2 5 10 Hobart 2149 385 1509 1500 1136 2292 Cairns Max (F˚) 77 77 68 63 57 54 52 55 59 63 66 68 Min (F˚) 54 54 52 48 45 41 39 41 43 46 48 52 761 1247 1782 1616 779 3006 1647 Canberra Rainfall Inch 18 16 17 20 19 22 21 19 21 24 24 22 Melbourne 523 1657 427 456 1495 1480 1658 1163 Coober Pedy Max (F˚) 79 79 75 68 63 57 55 59 63 68 72 75 Min (F˚) 57 57 55 52 48 45 43 43 46 48 52 55 2008 1658 951 1197 2221 1200 1806 2492 1355 Darwin Rainfall Inch 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 2 2 461 1516 1527 1428 1055 3009 1923 423 975 2478 Melbourne Perth Max (F˚) 86 86 82 75 70 64 63 64 66 70 77 81 1699 2987 2360 1284 2888 1375 3756 2429 1563 2549 2160 Perth Min (F˚) 64 64 63 57 54 50 48 48 50 52 57 61 Rainfall Inch 0 0 1 2 5 7 7 5 3 2 1 1 883 1142 1903 1750 616 3085 1735 181 1296 2503 537 2550 Sydney Sydney Max (F˚) 79 77 77 72 66 63 61 63 68 72 75 77 1933 170 1293 1367 920 2076 217 1430 1525 1590 1707 3540 1518 Townsville Min (F˚) 64 64 63 59 52 48 46 48 52 55 59 63 Rainfall Inch 4 4 5 5 5 5 4 3 3 3 3 3 Please note highways were used to calculate distances between major towns. 77
Dolphins & Whales In the Bay of islands p38 Food & Wine New p17
Maori culture l p45 Zealand Auckland
Waitomo Caves l l Rotorua THE WHITSUNDAYS p29 Waitomo Glow worm caves p40 NATURE p27
Steaming Geysers lWellington in Rotorua p71 Sydney Spectacular glaciers Opera p40 House & HarBour Scenic drives Bridge p46 p19 Franz Josef Glacier Jet BoAting l p42 Bondi l beach Christchurch p17
l Queenstown Snow-capped mountains p18
TASSIE WINE & l Dunedin CHEESE p37
Magical fiords Australian p73 HISTORY p36
New Zealand weather Distance chart Average temperatures (F˚) are shown below Distances in miles
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec North Island Auckland Max (F˚) 70 72 68 66 59 57 54 55 57 59 64 66 Auckland Min (F˚) 63 63 63 55 52 50 48 50 50 55 57 61 Rainfall Inch 3 3 4 4 5 6 5 5 4 4 4 4 146 Rotorua Christchurch Max (F˚) 68 68 64 59 54 48 46 50 54 59 61 66 410 287 Wellington Min (F˚) 57 55 54 50 43 41 39 41 45 50 50 55 Rainfall Inch 2 2 2 2 3 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 Queenstown South Island Max (F˚) 66 66 61 57 48 45 43 46 50 55 59 64 Min (F˚) 55 55 52 48 39 37 34 39 43 48 48 54 Christchurch Rainfall Inch 3 2 3 3 3 3 2 2 3 3 3 3 224 Dunedin Rotorua Max (F˚) 73 73 70 64 59 54 54 55 57 61 66 68 315 338 Franz Josef Min (F˚) 54 54 52 46 41 39 37 39 43 45 48 52 Rainfall Inch 4 4 4 4 4 5 5 6 5 5 4 4 351 128 314 Invercargill Wellington Max (F˚) 68 68 66 61 57 54 52 54 55 59 61 64 464 240 395 170 Milford Sound Min (F˚) 55 55 54 50 46 43 43 43 45 48 50 54 Rainfall Inch 3 3 3 4 5 6 5 5 4 4 4 3 200 204 416 624 359 Mt. Cook
259 478 289 614 676 395 Nelson
210 429 345 556 675 346 69 Picton
297 186 216 116 186 168 506 505 Queenstown
403 178 315 98 76 279 604 604 116 Te Anau
Please note highways were used to calculate distances between major towns. 78 Sustainability
Sustaining the destinations we visit is of great The program aims to preserve this Did you know? importance to us at AAT Kings. We are part of a endangered species for future generations. There’s been a joint initiative by The Travel Corporation family With AAT Kings’ support Tasmania Zoo is penguin baby of brands called TreadRight; a not-for-profit conducting research into the Devil Facial boom on Phillip organisation working to ensure the environment Tumour Disease which has severely depleted and communities we explore remain vibrant for Tasmanian Devil numbers in recent years. Island! future generations. Kathryn One project we’re particularly proud of in Marketing Manager TreadRight is The Travel Corporation’s hub for Australia is the Kimberley Sustainable Tourism all corporate social responsibility efforts and Initiative. TreadRight partnered with WWF manages a long-standing grants program that (World Wildlife Fund) and the Kimberley Land benefits sustainable tourism projects. To date Council to help protect local communities in TreadRight has donated more the USD$2 million the Kimberley, develop indigenous sustainable to projects worldwide and encourages industry tourism – protecting the natural and cultural best practice through our support for the environment and supporting local indigenous World Travel & Tourism Council’s Tourism for communities. Tomorrow Awards. AAT Kings, as part of The Travel Corporation, is In Australia, AAT Kings is contributing to the proud to be using 100% recycled paper for the world’s leading research facility for Little body of our brochures. Some of the positive Penguins which is located on Phillip Island impacts of this include saving more than in Victoria. With a grant of $95,000 via 54,000* trees per year and reducing landfill the TreadRight Foundation, a new penguin waste that produces harmful greenhouse gases. weighbridge will monitor the health of the In addition, the paper used is rated ‘Excellent’ by penguins and interpretive signs will be erected the World Wildlife Fund’s (WWF) environmental to help educate visitors about the local benchmarking tool. We’re proud to commit to environment and this important penguin colony. using one of the most environmentally friendly coated recycled papers on Planet Earth. AAT Kings is also a proud sponsor of the
Tasmanian Devil conservation breeding *Calculations based on data from the Environmental Defense Network. To learn more visit TreadRight at: program at Tasmania Zoo in Launceston. treadright.org 79
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Short Breaks You agree that AAT Kings is released from all liability for, and you All references to Tours in these booking conditions refer to all agree not to hold AAT Kings responsible for termination of your travel Please note companies other than AAT Kings operate some of the Guided Vacations, Short Breaks, Day Tours, Inspiring Journeys arrangements in accordance with the previous condition, or any Short Breaks in this brochure. and Aussie Adventures. decision made by AAT Kings or by any service provider who refuses to Important: Scenic Flights, Boat Cruises, Helicopter Flights, Hot Air provide you with special accommodation facilities or services that are Ballooning, White Water Rafting, Camel Rides, Jet Boating etc Passports, Visas and Airfares not available or who refuses to carry you by reason of any disability or These excursions are not operated by AAT Kings Tours, nor by persons Check with your travel professional regarding current passport and visa medical condition. requirements. Special airfares for travel within Australia are available to or companies associated with AAT Kings Tours. These activities involve international visitors, in conjunction with their international air ticket. You agree that our AAT Kings Tour Directors or Representatives may inherent risk of injury, death, accident, delay and loss, and client Again, your travel professional will have details. take photographs and films of you while you are on vacation and assumes all such risk with regard to any misadventure, death, injury, that these may be used in our Group brochures and/or advertising or delay or loss which occurs during, or as a result of any such activity. Bookings and Conditions publicity material without obtaining any further consent or payment in To confirm your reservation, a deposit of USD/CAD 200 per person, respect of such photographs and/or films. Protection of Funds per tour is required. Reservations will be held for 7 days only without AAT Kings shares coverage under Trafalgar Tours’ USTOA Active deposit. Balance of payment for your vacation is to be paid six weeks Internet Airfares Membership and $1 million letter of credit, posted with the United prior to departure. Once deposit is accepted by our office, the coach Please note that AAT Kings does not incur any liability for airfares States Tour Operators Association, in the unlikely event of the content price quoted will be guaranteed. purchased by travel agents or clients online via the internet. In the company's insolvency. AAT Kings Tours (USA) Inc. is a registered seller unlikely event that a tour is cancelled, AAT Kings cannot be held of travel with the Attorney General of the State of California pursuant Prices and Concessions responsible for airfare conditions when the airfare is purchased via the to section 17550.20 of the California Business and Professions Code Prices are quoted in USA and Canadian Currency, and include Australian internet with companies other than AAT Kings. All such risk, loss and CST#2019957-20 Goods and Services Tax (GST). All prices include a 3% discount for cash/ expense must be borne by the travel agent or client. check payments only. No discount is available for payments by credit Responsibility card. The prices are for coach content only (unless stated otherwise). Air Arrangements 1. This brochure represents the entire agreement between the client All prices are subject to change without notice and may be affected Reservations: Payment in full is due for your airfare (intra-tour and/ and AAT Kings Tours International Ltd., who is the product owner. by currency exchange rate fluctuations, fuel and hotel surcharges and or trans-Pacific) booked in conjunction with your AAT Kings vacation. 2. AAT Kings and its agents (collectively ‘AAT’) act only as agent for legislative changes that include changes to any taxes to be paid. Upon receipt of full air payment your airfare, taxes and fuel surcharges the client and upon the express condition that AAT Kings shall not All prices in this brochure are valid as of 15 September 2012. For current are final. This will be regardless of any future price fluctuations. be liable or responsible for any direct, indirect, consequential or pricing and availability, please call 866-240-1659. Prices should be These cancellation charges apply for airline arrangements made by incidental damage, injury, loss, accident, delay or irregularity of any checked before making final payment. AAT Kings: kind, which may be occasioned by reason of any act or omission of Young Travellers: Children 2–15 years of age are entitled to the child • Prior to Airline Ticketing service fee $50.00 per person. any third party (including without limitation, any act, inaction or price on day and 1 day Day Tours as well as on Short Breaks that include breach of contract of any third party, which is to or does supply any • After Airline Ticketing service fee $75.00 per person plus any airline goods or services for this trip). Without limiting the foregoing, AAT overnight accommodation (tent/hotel) when sharing with at least one imposed penalties which may be up to 100% of the air ticket value. adult (unless stipulated otherwise). Only one young traveller discount Kings does not own or operate any third party suppliers of services is applicable per room. Infants up to and including 1 year old are free In case when paper tickets are issued, no refund will be made for such as hotels, restaurants, transportation companies, sightseeing of charge. cancelled air tickets until tickets are returned to AAT Kings. Non- companies or local tour operators. It is not responsible for any injury, refundable tickets cannot be refunded under any condition. Please death, loss or expense due to overbooking of accommodations, Children 5–15 years of age are entitled to the child price on the coach ensure that any returned tour document which contain airline tickets default of any third parties, sickness, weather, strikes, acts of God, content of Guided Tours operated by AAT Kings, plus relevant air, rail are sent by certified or registered mail. Lost ticket replacement can take Government, acts of terrorism, criminal activity, war, quarantine, or sea price (unless stipulated otherwise). up to one year and processing fees may be assessed. force majeure events or any other cause beyond its control. All such risk, loss and expense must be borne by the client. Accommodation Airline Availability: Seats are limited and not available on every flight. Run of house rooms are used at all hotels featured in this brochure, AAT Kings does not hold blocked space on any airline and does not 3. Most coach tours are subject to a minimum number of bookings. unless otherwise specified. guarantee air availability for every single tour departure date. Where this is not reached, we endeavour to give ample notice and suggest suitable alternatives. Any additional costs incurred are the Refunds and Penalties: Single Rooms and Triple Rooms responsibility of the client. Illness or Absenteeism: In the event of your withdrawal from a tour Where single rooms are available, an additional charge applies. 4. Legal proceedings against the company may be instituted only in after commencement for reasons of illness, you must obtain a medical Refer to individual programs. Single rooms in some remote locations a state or federal court within the State of California, or in the U.S. certificate in support of any insurance claim. We regret that no refunds cannot always be guaranteed and in some cases, the single charge District Court for the Central District of California. The applicable law can be made for absences from a tour, including but not limited to, is obligatory. Triple rooms are available on request and a discount shall be the law of the State of California. per person applies. The third bed may be a ‘foldaway’, ‘sofabed’ or missed meals or sightseeing. 5. We reserve the right to change the hotels and vehicles used, if ‘rollaway’. AAT Kings makes no representation or guarantees concerning operational considerations require this. reimbursements of funds paid by you under any insurance claim. Quad Share Rooms Quad share rooms are unavailable and clients are required to book Airline Seating: Seat assignment and special meals can be requested Photographs two twin rooms. Inter-connecting rooms are available on request and at time of booking. AAT Kings cannot guarantee confirmation of A selection of images in this brochure have been supplied by subject to availability. preferences. Frequent Flyer miles can be accrued on most air carriers Australia’s Coral Coast, Brian Dullaghan, David Hannah, Daydream but upgrades using mileage is not permitted. Seating is solely under Island Resort and Spa, Holger Mette, Joe Shemesh, Johan Larson, Ken Solo Travellers control of the airline and subject to change up until departure. Flight Duncan, Lynton Crabb, Orion Visuals, Paul Morton, Peter Eve, Rodney If you are travelling alone on a Guided Tour and do not wish to pay the delays and schedule changes are the sole responsibility of the airline. Lochner, SkyScans, South Australia Tourism Commission, Tourism single supplement, AAT Kings will ensure that you share a room with Airlines & Airfares: In case where paper tickets are used, no refund will Australia, Tourism New South Wales, Tourism Northern Territory, a person of the same gender. If we fail to match you, we’ll provide the be made for cancelled air tickets until tickets are returned to AAT Kings. Tourism Queensland, Tourism Tasmania, Tourism Tropical North single room at no extra cost. Please request at time of booking. Does Non-refundable tickets cannot be refunded under any circumstance. Queensland, Tourism Western Australia, Visions of Victoria, Voyages not apply to Small Group Tours and Short Breaks. Refunds will only be processed after return of documents to AAT Kings. Indigenous Tourism Australia, Tourism New Zealand, Adventure Group, Lizi Hamer, WildLands Cruises and Wildman Wilderness Lodge. Pre-registration Please ensure that returned travel documents which contain airline tickets are sent by certified or registered mail. Lost ticket replacement Brochure Validity Check-in time at most hotels is 1.00pm. If you are arriving early into a can take up to 1 year and processing fees can be assessed. city, you may wish to pre-register your hotel room, so as to allow for 01 April 2014 – 31 March 2015 immediate check-in. An extra nights’ charge will apply. Travel Insurance For tours departing before 01 April 2014, refer to our 2013 brochure. Please note surcharges and minimum night stays may apply, and Revision Fees It is strongly recommended that all clients take out comprehensive travel insurance including international air, cancellation and medical itineraries may vary due to special events, New Year’s Eve, Christmas, Each revision or modification after your booking has been confirmed is cover. This may be arranged through your travel agent or credit card Easter etc. subject to a USD/CAD 25 charge. A change of tour date or tour itinerary company. within 45 days prior to departure will be treated as a cancellation and The tours advertised in this brochure are operated by AAT Kings Tours Pty. Ltd., on behalf of AAT Kings Tours International Ltd. normal cancellation fees will apply except when the change is to an Vacation Inclusions earlier tour departure of equivalent or greater value, in which case a Transportation, entrance fees and boat cruise prices as per itinerary, AAT Kings Tours Pty. Ltd. (ABN) 97 079 722 464 USD/CAD 50 per person amendment fee will be charged. services of a Tour Director and Tour Driver and meals as specified. Level 7, 35 Grafton St, Bondi Junction, NSW, Australia, 2022 If You Have to Cancel Accommodation on a twin share basis (unless otherwise specified). Subject to a minimum number of clients, AAT Kings reserves the right Licence No. 2TA4687 Cancellation fees will be levied relative to the amount of notice given as to operate this touring on a smaller vehicle with a Driver guide. following (minimum USD/CAD 200): Web site: www.aatkings.com On some occasions, coach restrooms may be inaccessible depending on E-mail: [email protected] AAT Kings & Inspiring Journeys operational conditions. More than 45 days prior to departure Deposit forfeited Airport Transfers 45-22 days prior to departure 27.5% of tour price Where indicated in the brochure, complimentary arrival and departure 21-8 days prior to departure 33% of tour price transfers are provided between designated airports and AAT Kings 7-1 days prior to departure 55% of tour price hotels on the scheduled starting and ending days of your tour Less than 24 hours prior to departure 100% of tour price only. Complimentary transfers are also included with pre/post tour accommodation booked through AAT Kings. Day Tours Departure guarantee Special meals 5 days – more than 24 hours prior to departure 50% of tour price Please advise AAT Kings of any special dietary requirements at least 14 Occasionally airlines and tour operators are forced to reschedule Less than 24 hours prior to departure 100% of tour price days before departure. Note that this will be on a request basis only, as departure dates. At AAT Kings we appreciate the inconvenience AAT Kings cannot guarantee the availability of special meal types. this may cause you. Therefore, we guarantee no Fully Guided Aussie Adventures (2 Day Kakadu Escape & 3 D ay Top End Escape) Vacation will be rescheduled within 45 days of the published 14-8 days prior to departure Deposit forfeited Not Included in Your Price departure date. 7-3 days prior to departure 50% of tour price Airfares (unless stated), airport taxes, travel insurance and personal 2 Days or Less prior to departure 100% of tour price items. Any new government taxes or charges. See Travel Insurance clause. Luggage Allowance Cancellations and Penalties (Air) One medium size suitcase per person plus a day-pack which may be Airfares are subject to change without notice. The airfare is guaranteed carried on-board the vehicle. Maximum weight of all luggage not to on the date full payment is received. The full payment for the air exceed 20kg (44lbs) and 29” x 20” x 10” in dimension. We are required The $1 Million segments may be due at the time of deposit. If flight schedules are by strict Government vehicle weight regulations to enforce and changed beyond our control, any increase or additional costs will be adhere to this limit. If your luggage exceeds this limit, we ask that collected from clients. Airline amendment fees are the responsibility you make alternative arrangements for the excess to be forwarded Travellers Assistance Program of the client. to the termination point of your tour. On AAH2 and KNL3 tours in the Northern Territory luggage is restricted to one medium-sized bag not AAT Kings Tours shares the coverage available under the USTOA $1 Million Travellers Tour Participation, Exclusion and Release exceeding 26lbs plus one small day pack that can be carried on board. Assistance Program with affiliates of Trafalgar Tours who, as an Active Member of the Children under eighteen (18) years of age must be accompanied by an All luggage and personal effects are at all times and in all USTOA is required to post $1 Million with USTOA to be used to reimburse, in accordance adult. Clients with disabilities are welcome on AAT Kings tours provided circumstances at the risk of the tour participant. Luggage insurance is with the terms and conditions of the USTOA Travels Assistance Program, the advance they are accompanied by an able-bodied companion and do not recommended. payments of AAT Kings Tours customers in the unlikely event of Trafalgar Tours require special assistance from AAT Kings personnel. You must advise AAT Kings at the time of booking if you are affected by any condition, Smoking bankruptcy, insolvency or cessation of business. Further, you should understand that medical or otherwise, that may affect your enjoyment of the tour or its Government regulations prohibit smoking inside tourist coaches within the $1 Million posted by Trafalgar Tours may be sufficient to provide only a partial enjoyment by others. Failure to do so may result in the termination of Australia and New Zealand. recovery of the advance payments received by AAT Kings Tours. Complete details your travel arrangements without any liability on the part of AAT Kings. of the USTOA Travellers Assistance Program and a list of affiliates may be obtained Seat Rotation on Coaches (Guided Tours only) by writing to USTOA at 345 Seventh Avenue, Suite 1801, New York, New York 10001, or AAT Kings reserves the right at its discretion to exclude from a tour, To enable everyone the opportunity of enjoying window and front To learn more visit TreadRight at: or to terminate the travel arrangements during the course of the tour seats, clients change seats daily during the course of the tour (2 days by e-mail to [email protected] or by visiting their website at www.USTOA.com without refund, of anyone who: treadright.org duration or more). PEFC Recycled
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