Guided Tours Ideally Suited to Those Wishing to Explore Speciﬁc Regions in More Detail, with Like-Minded International Travellers

Guided Tours Ideally suited to those wishing to explore speciﬁc regions in more detail, with like-minded international travellers.

At APT, we offer a range of touring styles to suit every taste.

APT’s Guided Tours Discover Australia & New Zealand on an APT Guided Tour. These thoughtfully designed tours can be joined in Australia or New Zealand and ﬁt in perfectly around visits to friends and family. Enjoy the beneﬁt of a dedicated APT Tour Director and Driver. Sightsee in luxurious comfort with our spacious coaches, and enjoy stays in a carefully selected range of quality hotels and resorts.

Signature Experiences & Freedom of Choice™ Inclusions

Enjoy access to Signature Experiences and the ﬂexibility of free time or Freedom of Choice™ Sightseeing and Dining Inclusions on select itineraries. Look for the logos on each APT Guided Tour itinerary and see pages 68-69 for details. Travelmarvel by APT Experience the beauty of Australia & New Zealand with the freedom and ﬂexibility to explore your way. As part of the APT Group, Travelmarvel offers our trademark exceptional service while featuring superior accommodation, quality meals and the perfect balance of included sightseeing and leisure time. Enjoy the local expertise of your Travelmarvel Tour Director and Driver.

Travelmarvel’s Insider Experiences To further enhance your holiday, Travelmarvel offers Insider Experiences. Delve deeper into the local culture through unique sightseeing activities. Look for the logo on each Travelmarvel by APT itinerary.

Kimberley Wilderness Adventures Our Kimberley Wilderness Adventures are designed to make the remote Kimberley region accessible to the more intrepid traveller. Head off-road in our specially-designed 4WD vehicles and discover some of the Outback’s best kept secrets. APT’s Driver-Guides and regional experts bring this region to life.

APT’s exclusive Wilderness Lodges Enjoy unique stays at our exclusive Advanced Eco-certiﬁed Wilderness Lodges. Look for the logo on each Kimberley Wilderness Adventure itinerary.

32 Australia Discover Australia’s natural beauty.

From vast expanses of desert to lush tropical rainforests and miles of unspoilt beaches, Australia offers a truly diverse landscape.

Australia welcomes you Down Under Australia is a vibrant and friendly country with a rich multicultural heritage. A stunning contrast of bustling civilisation and remote wilderness, Australia is a destination that attracts visitors from all over the world. With so much to see and do, the best way to cover the great expanse of this continent is on a guided tour. Travelling with APT ensures your every need is taken care of, while our experienced and professional guides impart their extensive local knowledge.

Spectacular natural landscapes Witness some of the world’s most picture-perfect panoramas in Australia’s ever-changing landscape. Experience exceptional sunsets over the desert plains, and see the sharp contrast of white sandy beaches against the deep blue of the Paciﬁc and Indian Oceans. Cosmopolitan cities such as Melbourne and Brisbane offer spectacular skylines and the rich purple sky over Sydney Harbour at dusk provides a striking backdrop for the white of the iconic Opera House sails.

Fascinating wildlife Blessed with a unique collection of ﬂora and fauna, Australia is home to many wonderful native animals and some spectacular plant life. Not only are kangaroos, koalas and crocodiles in residence here, but a rich bird population also thrives. Just below the surface of the shimmering waters of the Great Barrier Reef lies a bustling centre of colourful marine life just waiting to be discovered.

Indigenous culture Australia’s Indigenous population have a rich storytelling culture and their beliefs and inherent values are characterised by a reverence for the land. A belief in the concept of the Dreaming is central to Aboriginal spirituality. In all regions of Australia you can experience and learn about Aboriginal customs and culture, including the 30,000 year old tradition of rock art.

APT offers you a fantastic choice of itineraries, designed to give you a truly comprehensive insight into this amazing country and an opportunity to enjoy the relaxed lifestyle and genuine warmth of its people.

See the world-famous Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House 46 Visit Uluru, one of Australia’s most iconic sights, and discover the incredible beauty of Central Australia

...brimming with vast expanses of uninhabited wilderness, cosmopolitan cities, magniﬁcent beaches Marvel at the stunning Great Barrier Reef and exotic wildlife, Australia captures the hearts and imagination

of travellers AUSTRALIA the world over...

Meet Australia’s friendly local wildlife 47 East Coast Adventure 12 Day Travelmarvel Tour

Sydney | Gold Coast | Fraser Island | Daydream Island | Cairns

Relax on stunning Fraser Island in the Whitsundays

smallest of reptiles to the largest of mammals, YOUR HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS Itinerary effective 29 April 2013. Tours departing up to 28 April 2013 follow a Australia Zoo is home to over 100 different Insider Experience different itinerary. Please enquire for details. species. Gain an understanding of conservation Sunshine Coast – Engage here. Later, travel north to Fraser Island. Day 1. Arrive Sydney, Welcome Dinner. with the incredible array of Two Night Stay: Fraser Island, wildlife at Australia Zoo. Arrive into Sydney by midday and enjoy a Kingfisher Bay Resort. BD half-day sightseeing coach tour this afternoon. Tonight, enjoy uninterrupted city views and Day 5. Fraser Island. The largest sand Insider Experience delicious cuisine as we head to Sydney Tower island in the world, Fraser Island is a Fraser Island – Explore the world’s largest sand island for our Welcome Dinner. popular location for spotting Humpback whales and stay two nights. Stay: Sydney, The Menzies Hotel. FD as they make their journey north for the winter, between June and November. We discover this Day 2. Sydney, Port Macquarie. Our day beautiful island today with a half-day tour and Insider Experience begins this morning with a drive north across some time at leisure this afternoon. Perhaps Cairns – Ride high above the famous Sydney Harbour Bridge to the visit the wreck of the Maheno, a Trans-Tasman the rainforest canopy on the beautiful seaside town of Port Macquarie. Kuranda Scenic Skyrail. liner that was driven ashore during a cyclone Stay: Rydges Port Macquarie, located close in 1935. Or, you may prefer to relax on a to the cosmopolitan buzz of the town centre. B stretch of white sand with a good book, Insider Experience before donning snorkelling gear to discover Cairns – Soak up Aboriginal Day 3. Byron Bay, Gold Coast. Renowned culture at a corroboree at for its surf beaches, Byron Bay is a pretty seaside one of the islands many freshwater lakes. B Tjapukai By Night. holiday town that attracts both wealthy city Day 6. Hervey Bay, Rockhampton. dwellers and bohemian lifestylers. Pass by A morning cruise takes us across Hervey Bay, Sydney Tower Dinner – Take Cape Byron, before continuing the journey back to the mainland, where we rejoin our in the breathtaking view from north to the Gold Coast. Perhaps stroll along coach for the journey north. We travel through Sydney Tower Restaurant at a the famous golden sands of Surfers Paradise sugar cane country, crossing some of the many special Welcome Dinner. Beach as the sun sets before enjoying this narrow gauge railway lines that transport sugar evening’s dinner at leisure (own expense). cane from the field to processing plants in town, Green Island – Discover Stay: Gold Coast, an iconic sight of rural Queensland. Later, we the incredible marine life of Mantra Legends Hotel Surfers Paradise. B arrive in the inland city of Rockhampton, known the World Heritage-listed as the beef capital of Australia. Great Barrier Reef. Day 4. Brisbane, Australia Zoo, Fraser Island. 9 Day (TQ9) passengers Stay: Rockhampton, Plaza Hotel. BD join this morning in Brisbane. Depart Brisbane Day 7. Rockhampton, Daydream Island. and continue to the Sunshine Coast to visit the The gateway to the coast and the Outback, world-renowned Australia Zoo. Made Rockhampton, also boasts some of the best famous by the late Crocodile Hunter, Steve provincial gardens in Australia. Enjoy a tour Irwin, Australia Zoo features a plethora of wild of these beautiful gardens before travelling to animals from all corners of the globe. From the Airlie Beach, where we join a cruise through the

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Discover the magniﬁcent Millaa Millaa Falls in the Atherton Tablelands sparkling Whitsundays to the picturesque resort hinterland and the Great Barrier Reef. Departing of Daydream Island. Townsville, continue to Mission Beach. 2013/14 DATES & PRICES Two Night Stay: Daydream Island, Stay: Mission Beach, (UK£) PER PERSON, TWIN SHARE Daydream Island Resort & Spa. BD Castaways Resort & Spa. BD 12 DAYS SYDNEY TO CAIRNS (TQ12) Day 8. Daydream Island. The whole day is Day 10. Atherton Tablelands, Cairns. Departure Dates at leisure on Daydream Island today to do as Visit Millaa Millaa Falls and the Curtain Fig 2013 Jan. 13*, 28; Feb. 10*, 25; Mar. 10*, little or as much as you like. Discover the many tree, then board the Kuranda Skyrail. 25; Apr. 7*, 29; May 11*; Aug. 26; Sept. 7*, 23; Oct. 5*, 21; Nov. 2*, 18, 30*; Dec. 16, 28*. species of tropical fish by snorkelling off the Two Night Stay: The Hotel Cairns. B beach, take a stroll through the tropical jungle 2014 Jan. 27; Feb. 8*, 24; Mar. 8*, 24; Apr. 5*, 28; May 10*; Aug. 25; Sept. 6*. to the highest point of the island, relax by one Day 11. Green Island, Farewell Dinner. of the many inviting swimming pools or even Snorkel, scuba dive or ride in a glass bottom 9 DAYS BRISBANE TO CAIRNS (TQ9) enjoy some of the available water sports and boat, on our half-day cruise to Green Island. Departure Dates spa treatments (own expense). Alternatively, Tonight enjoy a Farewell Dinner at Tjapukai By 2013 Jan. 13*, 30; Feb. 10*, 27; Mar. 10*, enjoy a half-day Whitehaven Beach excursion Night. Take part in a corroboree, and taste 27; Apr. 7*; May 2, 11*; Aug. 29; Sept. 7*, 26; (own expense, enquire for details). B the region’s best food. B,FD Oct. 5*, 24; Nov. 2*, 21, 30*; Dec. 19, 28*. 2014 Jan. 30; Feb. 8*, 27; Mar. 8*, 27; Apr. 5*; Day 12. Depart Cairns. Drive to the pretty Day 9. Townsville, Mission Beach. May 1, 10*; Aug. 28; Sept. 6*. Our journey north continues today with an early township of Port Douglas for a tour. Then return *Tour operates in reverse direction (TQ12R/ TQ9R). morning ferry transfer from Daydream Island to to Cairns, and transfer to the airport. B Indicates Guaranteed Departure Shute Harbour where we re-board our coach Enquire for prices from 1 Jan. to 31 Mar. 2013 and travel to Townsville. On arrival, enjoy a PRICES 1 Apr. 2013 – 31 Mar. 2014 tour of this tropical city, surrounded by rainforest 12 Day tour TQ12 Twin Share Solo Trav. Room & Breakfast TRAVELMARVEL BY APT (Feature Meals x 2) £2,645 £3,440 With meals as stated £2,795 £3,590 YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES: Tour Rockhampton’s beautiful gardens 9 Day tour TQ9 Twin Share Solo Trav. Arrival and departure transfers in Australia Cruise the sparkling Whitsundays to Room & Breakfast Daydream Island All sightseeing, excursions and entrance (Feature Dinner x 1) £2,095 £2,690 fees as outlined in the itinerary Enjoy a scenic Kuranda Skyrail experience With meals as stated £2,245 £2,840 in Cairns 17 meals – enjoy 11 Breakfasts (B) TOUR NOTES Tour Operated by Travelmarvel and 6 Dinners (D) See the Great Barrier Reef’s unique coral – Part of the APT Group. Land content only. The services of a dedicated Tour Director and marine life on an exciting half-day International/ domestic ﬂights not included in tour price. Please speak to your travel consultant to and professional Driver cruise to Green Island arrange the best available fares. Departures Take part in a traditional corroboree and Stay in superior accommodation after 1 April 2014 are listed as a guide only AUSTRALIA throughout Australia (see pages indulge in delicious regional delicacies at and should be checked prior to making your 66-67 for details) Tjapukai By Night holiday arrangements. Visit the Australia Zoo on the Sunshine THE TRAVELMARVEL DIFFERENCE Coast and learn about conservation Insider Experiences EARLYBIRD SAVING Explore fascinating Fraser Island on a Discover more of Australia with included up SAVE to £300 Per couple. half-day tour Insider Experiences in the Sunshine Coast, Enquire for details. on Fraser Island and in Cairns

49 Grand Australian Discovery 16 Day Travelmarvel Tour

Sydney | Fraser Island | Cairns | Alice Springs | Uluru

Relax on the pristine beaches of the Whitsundays and admire the incredible azure blue of the surrounding ocean

reptiles to the largest of mammals, Australia YOUR HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS Itinerary effective 29 April 2013. Tours departing up to 28 April 2013 follow a Zoo has over 100 different species. Gain Insider Experience different itinerary. Please enquire for details. an understanding of conservation and the Sunshine Coast – Engage importance of protecting Australia’s endangered Day 1. Arrive Sydney, Welcome Dinner. with the incredible array of species. Later, travel north to Fraser Island. wildlife at Australia Zoo. Arrive into Sydney by midday and enjoy a Two Night Stay: Fraser Island, half-day sightseeing tour this afternoon. Tonight, Kingfisher Bay Resort. BD take in the stunning views from the Sydney Tower Insider Experience Restaurant at our Welcome Dinner. Day 5. Fraser Island. The largest Fraser Island – Explore the sand island in the world, Fraser Island world’s largest sand island Stay: Sydney, The Menzies Hotel. FD and stay two nights. is a popular location for spotting majestic Day 2. Sydney, Port Macquarie. Our day Humpback whales as they make their journey begins this morning with a drive north across north for the winter, between the months of Insider Experience the famous Sydney Harbour Bridge to the June and November. We discover this beautiful Daydream Island – Stay beautiful seaside town of Port Macquarie. two nights at the picturesque island today on a half-day sightseeing tour Stay: Rydges Port Macquarie, located close Daydream Island Resort. before time at leisure to further explore. Perhaps to the cosmopolitan buzz of the town centre. B visit the wreck of the Maheno, a Trans-Tasman liner that was driven ashore during a cyclone in Insider Experience Day 3. Byron Bay, Gold Coast. Byron Bay Cairns – Ride high above is renowned for its surf beaches that have 1935. Or, you may prefer to relax on a stretch the rainforest canopy on the attracted both wealthy city dwellers and of white sand with a book, before snorkelling in Kuranda Scenic Skyrail. bohemian lifestylers, to this pretty seaside one of the many freshwater lakes. B town. Pass by Cape Byron, before continuing Day 6. Hervey Bay, Rockhampton. Sydney Tower Dinner – Soak the journey north to the Gold Coast. Perhaps A morning cruise across the bright blue waters up the city views and enjoy stroll along the famous golden sands of Surfers of Hervey Bay, the gateway to the Fraser Coast, delicious cuisine at the Paradise Beach before discovering the many takes us back to the mainland, where we rejoin Sydney Tower Restaurant. restaurants on offer (own expense). our coach for the journey north. Enjoy a scenic Stay: Gold Coast, drive through Queensland’s sugar cane country. Kings Canyon – Explore the Mantra Legends Hotel Surfers Paradise. B Cross some of the many narrow gauge railway incredible natural wonder of lines that transport cut sugar cane from the field Kings Canyon on a guided Day 4. Brisbane, Australia Zoo, Fraser to processing plants in town. Later, we arrive in nature walk. Island. Depart Brisbane and continue to the Sunshine Coast to visit the world-renowned the inland city of Rockhampton, the beef capital Australia Zoo. Made famous by the late of Australia. This evening, relax and enjoy Crocodile Hunter, Steve Irwin, Australia Zoo dinner at your hotel. features a plethora of wild animals from all Stay: Rockhampton, Plaza Hotel. BD corners of the globe. From the smallest of

50 Day 7. Rockhampton, Daydream Island. The gateway to the coast and the 2 Outback, Rockhampton lies on the banks 1 Kakadu Green Darwin B a of the Fitzroy River and boasts some of the National G Island r r i r Park e e best provincial gardens in Australia. Tour the r a

R t Cairns 2 e gardens before travelling to Airlie Beach to join e f a cruise through the sparkling Whitsundays to 1 2 the picturesque resort of Daydream Island. Alice Mission Daydream Kings Springs Beach Island Two Night Stay: Daydream Island. BD Canyon 1 2 Rockhampton 1 2 Fraser Day 8. Daydream Island. The whole day is Uluru-Kata Tjuta Island Nat. Park 1 Hervey Bay at leisure on Daydream Island today to do as little Uluru or as much as you like. Discover the many species (Ayers Rock) AUSTRALIA of tropical fish by snorkelling off the beach, take a 1 Gold Coast stroll through the tropical jungle, relax by the pool, 1 or even enjoy some of the available water sports Port Macquarie 1 Sydney and spa treatments (own expense). Alternatively, Coach enjoy a half-day Whitehaven Beach excursion Cruise (own expense, enquire for details). B Air (own expense) No. of nights stay Day 9. Townsville, Mission Beach. World Heritage Area Our journey north continues today with an early Optional (TQK19) morning ferry transfer from Daydream Island to Shute Harbour where we re-board our coach and travel to Townsville. On arrival, enjoy a tour of this tropical city, surrounded by Day 12. Alice Springs. Fly to Alice Springs DARWIN EXTENSION OPTION rainforest hinterland and the Great Barrier Reef. (airfare not included). Enjoy time at leisure. Perhaps extend your stay and travel to It’s also the gateway to the vast open plains of Stay: Alice Springs, Aurora. B Outback Australia. Continue north to Mission the vibrant Top End (TQK19). Beach, our overnight stay. Day 13. Alice Springs, Kata Tjuta, Uluru Stay: Mission Beach, Castaways Resort & Spa. BD (Ayers Rock) Sunset. Travel through the West MacDonnell and James Ranges and stop at a 2013/14 DATES & PRICES Day 10. Atherton Tablelands, Cairns. camel farm for an optional camel ride (own (UK£) PER PERSON, TWIN SHARE Rolling green hills, open farm lands and tropical expense). View majestic Atila (Mt Conner), and 16 DAYS SYDNEY TO ALICE SPRINGS (TQC16) rainforests define the Atherton Tablelands. visit Kata Tjuta and Walpa Gorge. Enjoy a glass Departure Dates Discover Millaa Millaa Falls and visit the of wine while watching the sun set over Uluru. 2013 Jan. 9*, 28; Feb. 6*, 25; Mar. 6*, 25; Curtain Fig tree. Later, board the Kuranda Stay: Voyages Ayers Rock Resort, Apr. 3*, 29; May 7*; Aug. 26; Sept. 3*, 23; Skyrail and ride above the treetops. Outback Pioneer Hotel. Oct. 1*, 21, 29*; Nov. 18, 26*; Dec. 16, 24*. Two Night Stay: The Hotel Cairns. B 2014 Jan. 27; Feb. 4*, 24; Mar. 4*, 24; Day 14. Uluru Sunrise, Kings Canyon. Apr. 1*; May 6*; Aug. 25; Sept. 2*, 22. Day 11. Green Island. Tropical and This morning join the Uluru Sunrise, Climb or enchanting, Green Island is one of the best Base Tour; or the Uluru Sunrise and Guided 19 DAYS SYDNEY TO DARWIN (TQK19) Departure Dates destinations on the Great Barrier Reef for Cultural Walk. Travel to Kings Canyon. viewing unique species of coral and fish. Stay: Kings Canyon Resort. 2013 Jan. 6*, 28; Feb. 3*, 25; Mar. 3*, 25, Whether you’re snorkelling, scuba diving or 31*; Apr. 29; May 4*; Aug. 26, 31*; Sept. 23, 28*; Oct. 21, 26*; Nov. 18, 23*; Dec. 16, 21*. riding in a glass bottom boat, our morning Day 15. Kings Canyon, Alice Springs. cruise to Green Island provides a great reef Explore Kings Canyon today, and see how it’s 2014 Jan. 27; Feb 1*, 24; Mar. 1*, 24, 29*; May 3*; Aug. 25, 30*; Sept. 22. experience. Stay longer on Green Island if you sheer walls rise up to 170 metres from Kings wish, and return by a slower transfer. Tonight, Creek Choose between two guided walks here. *Tour operates in reverse direction (TQC16R/TQK19R). enjoy a special Farewell Dinner at Tjapukai By Stay: Alice Springs, Aurora. Indicates Guaranteed Departure Night. Take part in a corroboree, then enjoy a Enquire for prices from 1 Jan. to 31 Mar. 2013 Day 16. Depart Alice Springs. Transfer to dinner of the region’s best food. B,FD PRICES 1 Apr. 2013 – 31 Mar. 2014 the airport for your onward flight. 16 Day tour TQC16 Twin Share Solo Trav. Room & Breakfast TRAVELMARVEL BY APT (Feature Dinners x 2) £3,545 £4,740 YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES: Take in the beauty of the Millaa Millaa With meals as stated £3,695 £4,890 Arrival and departure transfers in Australia Falls in the Atherton Tablelands 19 Day tour TQK19 Twin Share Solo Trav. Room & Breakfast All sightseeing, excursions and entrance Enjoy a scenic Kuranda Skyrail experience (Feature Dinners x 2) £4,345 £5,940 fees as outlined in the itinerary above the rainforest in Cairns With meals as stated £4,495 £6,090 17 meals – enjoy 11 Breakfasts (B) See the Great Barrier Reef’s unique coral and marine life on an exciting half-day TOUR NOTES Land content only. International/ and 6 Dinners (D) domestic ﬂights not included in tour price. Please cruise to Green Island The services of a dedicated Tour Director speak to your travel consultant to arrange the best and professional Driver Take part in a traditional corroboree and available fares. Tour Operated by Travelmarvel – Part of the APT Group. Departures after 1 April indulge in delicious regional delicacies Stay in superior accommodation 2014 are listed as a guide only and should be AUSTRALIA throughout Australia (see pages THE TRAVELMARVEL DIFFERENCE checked prior to making your holiday 66-67 for details) Insider Experiences arrangements. Please note that days Visit the incredible Australia Zoo on the Discover more of Australia with included 12-16 are operated by our travel partner. Sunshine Coast Insider Experiences in the Sunshine Coast, EARLYBIRD SAVING Explore fascinating Fraser Island on Fraser and Daydream Islands and in Cairns up Cruise the sparkling Whitsundays to SAVE to £300 Per couple. Enquire for details. Daydream Island

51 Australian Explorer 11 or 14 Day APT Guided Tour

Sydney | Cairns | Great Barrier Reef | Uluru | Melbourne

Discover the cosmopolitan city of Melbourne, set along the banks of the Yarra River

YOUR HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS Itinerary effective 29 May 2013. Day 4. Sydney, Fly to Cairns. This morning Tours departing up to 28 May 2013 follow a fly from Sydney to the tropical city of Cairns Signature Experience different itinerary. Please enquire for details. (airfare not included). On arrival, enjoy the Sydney – Get up close to the afternoon at leisure to discover this delightful Day 1. Sydney. Welcome to Sydney. Wrapped icons of Sydney Harbour on getaway for yourself. a special cruise. around one of the most spectacular harbours on Three Night Stay: The Sebel Cairns Hotel, earth, Sydney is a vibrant, glamorous city and in deluxe waterview rooms. BD home to the instantly recognisable icons of the Signature Experience Opera House and Harbour Bridge. On arrival, Day 5. Great Barrier Reef Cruise. Cairns – Take in the sights of the lush rainforest on the a dedicated APT representative will greet you at After breakfast, take a guided cruise out to Kuranda Skyrail in Cairns. the airport and transfer you to your hotel. Relax the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef, and settle in, before meeting your fellow specifically Moore Reef. View the colourful travellers at a delicious Welcome Dinner. coral and diverse range of marine life through Signature Experience Three Night Stay: Sydney, Amora Hotel the glass bottom of the boat. While out on the Uluru – Indulge in a unique Outback experience at the Jamison, located in the heart of the city. FD reef you have the option to go for a snorkel or Sounds of Silence Dinner. a swim, an experience you’ll never forget. Day 2. Opera House Tour, Sydney Afterwards visit your boat’s underwater Harbour Cruise, Sydney Sights. observatory before enjoying a delicious Signature Experience This morning, step inside the Sydney Opera tropical lunch of local specialities. BL Melbourne – Hop aboard House for a guided tour of this architectural one of Melbourne’s iconic masterpiece. Board a special luncheon Day 6. Skyrail, Kuranda, Cairns. This trams for a scenic dinner. cruise on Sydney Harbour, viewing the morning enjoy a guided tour of Cairns. Then iconic Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera ride the scenic Kuranda Skyrail over lush Great Barrier Reef Cruise – House up close. Later, take a guided tour rainforest to Kuranda. In the small village here, Discover the beautiful coral and discover Sydney’s incredible sights such visit a wildlife park, then travel back through the and marine life of this World as tranquil Hyde Park and the golden sands rainforest to Cairns. B Heritage-listed region. of Bondi Beach. BL Day 7. Cairns, Fly to Uluru (Ayers Alice Springs Tour – Explore Day 3. Sydney at Leisure. Sydney is all yours Rock), Uluru Base Tour, Sounds of Silence this iconic Outback town to discover today. Stroll through the delightful Dinner. We enjoy a dramatic change of including a visit to the Royal Royal Botanic Gardens or browse the colourful scenery today as we fly from the sparkling blue Flying Doctor Service Base. stalls of The Rocks Market. Alternatively, waters and green rainforests of tropical north venture further afield to the Blue Mountains. Queensland to the heart of Australia’s Red Just 90 minutes west of Sydney, this World Centre, Uluru (airfare not included). On arrival, Heritage-listed national park offers a natural we join a tour of Uluru’s base, viewing ancient wilderness of untamed bush, spectacular rock caves and traditional Aboriginal rock art. Walk formations and native wildlife (own expense). B to the Mutitjulu waterhole and see Aboriginal

52 artists at work at the Maruku Arts and Crafts Gallery. Tonight is sure to be a highlight as we experience the truly unique Sounds of Silence Dinner. Watch the sun set over Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, while dining G re a t on Australian delicacies such as kangaroo. B a Cairns r Stay: Voyages Ayers Rock Resort, 3 r ie r R Desert Gardens Hotel. B,FD e ef Day 8. Kata Tjuta (Olgas), Alice Springs. This morning, we visit stunning Kata Tjuta Uluru- Kata Tjuta and walk into majestic Walpa Gorge, before National travelling to the iconic Central Australian town Park 1 Alice Springs See clownﬁsh at the Great Barrier Reef of Alice Springs. 1 Stay: Alice Springs, Crowne Plaza Hotel. B Uluru (Ayers Rock) AUSTRALIA Day 9. Alice Springs Tour, Fly to Melbourne, Tramcar Dinner. This morning The Ghan 1 after breakfast we join a tour of Alice Springs, Sydney 3 visiting the Royal Flying Doctor Service Base Adelaide 2 and Anzac Hill for views over ‘The Alice’. After the tour (EK14) guests join The Ghan or fly to Adelaide. We then board a flight to Melbourne 2 Melbourne (airfare not included). Upon arrival, you’ll enjoy a brief orientation tour. Indulge in Coach fine Australian cuisine this evening as you travel Cruise through the scenic streets of Melbourne aboard Air (own expense) the iconic Colonial Tramcar Restaurant. No. of nights stay Two Night Stay: Melbourne, World Heritage Area Sofitel Melbourne on Collins. B,FD Optional (EK14)

Day 10. Melbourne at Leisure. Enjoy the Visit the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge entire day at leisure to explore Melbourne. Marvel at the creative mix of buildings at APT GUIDED TOUR Federation Square, ride on the free City Circle Tram or take a walk along Southbank. Perhaps YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES: Ride the scenic Kuranda Skyrail see the Penguin Parade on Phillip Island or Arrival and departure transfers in Australia through the rainforest in Cairns enjoy the scenic coastal drive along the famous All sightseeing, excursions and entrance Take an enthralling base tour of Uluru, Great Ocean Road (both at own expense). B fees as outlined in the itinerary see Aboriginal rock art and visit the Maruku Arts and Crafts Gallery 16 meals – enjoy 10 Breakfasts (B), Day 11. Depart Melbourne. Transfer to 2 Lunches (L) and 4 Dinners (D) Experience the truly exceptional Sounds the airport to board your flight home. B of Silence Dinner at Uluru as you dine The services of a dedicated Tour Director under the desert night sky and professional Driver Extend your Stay – 14 Day Itinerary Indulge in a delicious dinner aboard the Stay in quality accommodation iconic Colonial Tramcar Restaurant as you with Adelaide and The Ghan throughout Australia (see pages meander through the streets of Melbourne Why not enhance your journey with this 66-67 for details) THE APT DIFFERENCE optional extension? (Operates without an Enjoy a spectacular luncheon cruise on APT Tour Director, tour code EK14.) Sydney Harbour taking in the iconic sights Signature Experiences of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge Enhance your touring experience Day 9. Alice Springs Tour, The Ghan. with APT’s diverse range of hand-picked Cruise the beautiful World Heritage-listed Tour Alice Springs, then board The Ghan activities in Sydney, Cairns, Uluru Great Barrier Reef and see the stunning or fly to Adelaide (airfare not included). and Melbourne marine life via a glass-bottom boat Stay: The Ghan (Gold Service) or The Sebel Playford Adelaide. B

Day 10. Adelaide at leisure. Those aboard The Ghan arrive in the afternoon. 2013/14 DATES & PRICES (UK£) PER PERSON, TWIN SHARE Two Night Stay: Adelaide, The Sebel Playford. BD 11 DAYS SYDNEY TO MELBOURNE (EK11) PRICES 1 Apr. 2013 – 31 Mar. 2014 14 DAYS SYDNEY TO MELBOURNE (EK14) 11 Day tour EK11 Twin Share Solo Trav. Departure Dates Day 11. Adelaide at Leisure. Explore the With meals as stated £2,295 £3,245 ‘City of Churches’. Visit Kangaroo Island or 2013 Jan. 23; Feb. 6, 13, 20; Mar. 6, 13, 27; 14 Day tour EK14 Twin Share Solo Trav. Apr. 3; May 29; Aug. 28; Sept. 18; Oct. 2, 23; the Barossa Valley (both at own expense). B With meals as stated £2,590 £3,790 Nov. 6, 13, 27; Dec. 11, 25. 14 Day tour EK14 with the Ghan Days 12 & 13. Melbourne. Fly from 2014 Jan. 22; Feb. 12, 19; Mar. 5, 12, 26; with the Ghan Twin Share Solo Trav. AUSTRALIA Adelaide (airfare not included) and take Apr. 9, 23; May 28; Aug. 27; Sept. 17. With meals as stated £3,285 £4,335 a city tour. Then, enjoy a day to explore Indicates Guaranteed Departure TOUR NOTES Land content only. International/ Enquire for prices from 1 Jan. to 31 Mar. 2013 Melbourne at leisure. domestic ﬂights not included in tour price. Please speak Two Night Stay: Melbourne, to your travel consultant to arrange the best available Sofitel Melbourne on Collins. B EARLYBIRD SAVING fares. Departures after 1 April 2014 are listed as a up guide only and should be checked prior to making your Per couple. Day 14. Depart Melbourne. Transfer to SAVE to £300 holiday arrangements. Enquire for details. the airport to board your flight home. B

53 Grand Tasman 10, 6 or 5 Day Travelmarvel Tour

Marvel at the pristine wilderness of Cradle Mountain on the shores of Lake St Clair

YOUR HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS Itinerary valid to 7 May 2013. Day 3. Ross, Richmond, Eaglehawk Neck, Tours departing from 17 Sept. 2013 follow Port Arthur. Discover the historic heart of Insider Experience a different itinerary. Please enquire for details. Tasmania, as you visit the old township of East Coast Natureworld – Campbell Town and Ross. Continue south Day 1. Arrive Launceston, Beaconsﬁeld Meet a rare Tasmanian Devil to Richmond, home to the famous Richmond and other unique wildlife. Mine & Heritage Centre, Welcome Dinner. Bridge. Take in dramatic scenes of Tasmania’s You’ll be met at the airport and transferred to rugged southern coastline from the narrow your hotel. Your Tasmanian journey begins Insider Experience Port peninsula of Eaglehawk Neck. Continue on today with a drive through picturesque farmland Arthur – Take a step back to Port Arthur. and vineyards following the Tamar River in time and delve into Stay: Port Arthur, Fox and Hounds Inn. BD Australia’s convict history. towards the sea. Visit the goldmining town of Beaconsfield, home to an incredible Australian Day 4. Port Arthur Historic Site, story of survival. Enjoy a tour of the Mine & Harbour Cruise, Hobart. Get set to be Insider Experience Heritage Centre. This evening, enjoy a delicious transported back in time at Port Arthur, Salamanca Market – Peruse the many stalls of the famous Welcome Dinner. Australia’s most notorious convict prison, Salamanca Market. Stay: Launceston, Mercure Hotel. FD described as ‘hell on earth’ by its 12,500 convict prisoners. Take a guided tour through the ruins Day 2. Weldborough Pass, East Coast of this remarkable site that vividly evokes convict Insider Experience Natureworld, Freycinet National Park, history like no other place in Australia. Then, Ashgrove – Tour the Swansea. Drive through the scenic wine- Ashgrove Cheese Factory and join a cruise aboard the Marana, around the producing area of northern Tasmania. During sample the local produce. Isle of the Dead. Travel to Hobart, and dine at flowering season, visit the Bridestowe Lavender Customs House Hotel restaurant. Farm (Dec.-Jan.). Traverse the lush Weldborough Two Night Stay: Hobart, Cradle Mountain – Soak up Pass and stop at East Coast Natureworld. Here, the atmosphere in Cradle Grand Mercure Hadleys Hotel. BD meet a rare Tasmanian Devil and other Mountain-Lake St Clair unique native animals. Travel along the Day 5. Hobart Sightseeing Tour, National Park. Tasmanian coastline and into Freycinet National Salamanca Market. Explore the old-world Park. Learn about the flora and fauna on a charm of Hobart on a tour of Salamanca Place, Tamar River – Enjoy a locally guided walk along Richardson’s Beach. Constitution Dock and the harbour. Visit the picturesque cruise along the Then, travel to the seaside town of Swansea, famous Salamanca Market and peruse the Tamar River through magical and perhaps choose to upgrade your meal treasures of Tasmania at over 300 stalls here. Cataract Gorge. and indulge in a Tasmanian crayfish Feature Perhaps join an optional excursion such as a Dinner (own expense, enquire for details). full-day Bruny Island adventure (own expense, Stay: Swansea, Waterloo Inn. BD must be pre-booked). B

54 Stanley and The Nut

1 Beaconsfield Smithton Sheffield 2 St Helens Launceston Cradle Mountain Dove 1 Lake Swansea Lake St Clair Coles Bay Strahan 1 Ross 1 Freycinet Nat. Park Russell Coach Falls Richmond Cruise No. of nights stay 2 Hobart World Heritage Area 1 Port Arthur

Discover the famous Richmond Bridge

Day 9. Ashgrove Cheese Factory, Day 10. Cataract Gorge, Tamar River BRUNY ISLAND ADVENTURE OPTION Great Lakes Plateau, Launceston, Cruise, Depart Launceston. Cataract Gorge Join a full day tour including a cruise to Farewell Dinner. Tantalise your taste is the perfect place to start the final day of our the rugged coastline of southern Tasmania. buds with a tour of the Ashgrove Cheese tour through Tasmania. Admire Kings Bridge, For further details, enquire at time of booking. Replaces Day 5 touring, must be pre-booked. Factory. Journey to the Great Lakes Plateau, framing the gorge, originally floated into place Additional, from £110 per person. then arrive Launceston for our Farewell Dinner. in 1867. Following a cruise on the Tamar River, Stay: Launceston, Mercure Hotel. B,FD we transfer to the airport for our onward flight. B Day 6. Mt Field National Park, Lake St Clair, Strahan. After breakfast, 6 Day TRAVELMARVEL BY APT (TX6AA) guests depart the tour and 5 Day YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES: Cruise the Isle of the Dead (TX5AA) guests join the tour. Framed by lush Arrival and departure transfers in Australia Explore Hobart’s Salamanca Market vegetation, three-tiered Russell Falls is the jewel All sightseeing, excursions and entrance Walk to cascading Russell Falls in the crown of Mt Field National Park. After a fees as outlined in the itinerary short walk to see the famed falls, our journey Enjoy a luncheon cruise along the 18 meals – enjoy 9 Breakfasts (B), Gordon River to Sarah Island takes us to World Heritage-listed Cradle 1 Lunch (L) and 8 Dinners (D) Mountain National Park. Marvel at the pristine Stay overnight at the luxurious Cradle wilderness on the shores of Lake St Clair. This The services of a dedicated Tour Director Mountain Chateau and professional Driver afternoon, perhaps board the West Coast Sample Ashgrove’s finest cheeses Stay in superior accommodation Wilderness Railway for a scenic rail journey THE TRAVELMARVEL DIFFERENCE (own expense, enquire for details) or travel by throughout Australia (see pages 66-67 for details) Insider Experiences coach to the town of Strahan. Tonight, enjoy a Discover more of Australia with included Visit Beaconsfield Mine & Heritage Centre buffet dinner at View 42º Restaurant & Bar. Insider Experiences at East Coast Stay: Strahan Village Hilltop. BD Meet a rare Tasmanian Devil Natureworld, in Port Arthur, Hobart and Discover convict history at Port Arthur at the Ashgrove Cheese Factory Day 7. Strahan, Gordon River Cruise, Sarah Island Tour, Cradle Mountain. The Gordon River is the heart of the Franklin- Gordon Wild Rivers National Park. Discover this 2013/14 DATES & PRICES (UK£) PER PERSON, TWIN SHARE pristine region with a cruise aboard the Lady Jane Franklin II, which includes a delicious 10 DAYS LAUNCESTON RETURN (TXT10) PRICES 1 Apr. 2013 – 31 Mar. 2014 6 DAYS LAUNCESTON TO HOBART (TX6AA) onboard lunch. Cruise to Sarah Island, before 10 Day tour TXT10 Twin Share Solo Trav. Departure Dates returning past Hell’s Gate to Strahan. Later, Room & Breakfast rejoin the coach and travel to Cradle Mountain. 2013 Jan. 22; Feb. 12, 19, 26; Mar. 5, 19, 26; (Feature Dinners x 2) £1,895 £2,465 Apr. 9, 23; May 7; Sept. 17; Oct. 1, 15, 29; Cradle Mountain Chateau. BLD With meals as stated £2,095 £2,665 Stay: Nov. 12, 26; Dec. 10, 24. 6 Day tour TX6AA Twin Share Solo Trav. Day 8. Cradle Mountain, Dove Lake, 2014 Jan. 14, 21, 28; Feb. 11, 18, 25; Room & Breakfast Mar. 4, 18, 25; Apr. 8, 22; May 6. Sheffield, Stanley and The Nut, Smithton. (Feature Dinners x 1) £1,145 £1,455 Soak in the serenity of Cradle Mountain-Lake 5 DAYS HOBART TO LAUNCESTON (TX5AA) With meals as stated £1,245 £1,555 St Clair National Park. This is quintessential Departure Dates 5 Day tour TX5AA Twin Share Solo Trav. Tasmania, and home to a vast array of native 2013 Jan. 27; Feb. 17, 24; Mar. 3, 10, 24, 31; Room & Breakfast alpine flora and fauna. Visit Waldheim Chalet Apr. 14, 28; May 12; Sept. 22; Oct. 6, 20; (Feature Dinners x 1) £1,145 £1,455 Nov. 3, 17; Dec. 1, 15, 29. and stop on the tranquil shores of Dove Lake. With meals as stated £1,245 £1,555

2014 Jan. 19, 26; Feb. 2, 16, 23; AUSTRALIA Later, journey through Sheffield, the town of TOUR NOTES Tour Operated by Travelmarvel – Mar. 2, 9, 23, 30; Apr. 13, 27; May 11. murals, to the fishing village of Stanley, set in Part of the APT Group. Validity of itinerary subject to the shadow of The Nut – a striking rocky Indicates Guaranteed Departure change. Departures after April 2013 are listed as a Enquire for prices from 17 Sept. 2013 guide only and should be checked prior to making outcrop, before arriving in Smithton. Tonight, your holiday arrangements. Land content only. you’ll enjoy dinner with your fellow travellers EARLYBIRD SAVING International/ domestic ﬂights not included in tour at your Smithton hotel. up price. Please speak to your travel consultant to arrange Per couple. Stay: Smithton, Tall Timbers Hotel. BD SAVE to £200 the best available fares. Enquire for details.

55 Royal Tasman 12 Day APT Guided Tour

Discover Australia’s fascinating convict history and explore the ruins at Port Arthur

YOUR HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS Itinerary valid to 30 April 2013. Day 4. Port Arthur, Richmond, Tours departing from 17 Sept. 2013 follow a Hobart, Freedom of Choice. This morning, Signature Experience different itinerary. Please enquire for details. visit the Port Arthur Historic Site. See the Freycinet National Park – penal colony ruins, explore the prison facilities Day 1. Launceston, Freedom of Surround yourself with nature and cruise on Mason Cove around the Isle Choice, Welcome Dinner. Be met at on a walk here. of the Dead. Travel to the charming town of Launceston airport and transferred to your Richmond, where you may choose to stay hotel. Then, select from a range of sightseeing Signature Experience overnight at a Bed & Breakfast (enquire for activities. Later, enjoy a Welcome Dinner with an Port Arthur – Delve into details). Continue to Hobart, where you’ll have exclusive menu for APT guests. Throughout the Australia’s convict history at the choice to dine at one of four restaurants. the Port Arthur Historic Site. evening you’ll also enjoy a presentation from the Two Night Stay: Hobart, Hotel Grand chef about the culinary secrets used in the Chancellor, Harbour View Rooms. BD preparation of the meal. Signature Experience Stay: Launceston, Hotel Grand Chancellor. FD Day 5. Hobart, Salamanca Salamanca Market – Market, Freedom of Choice. Visit Hobart’s Discover the many treasures Day 2. Bicheno, Freycinet National of the Salamanca Market. Botanical Gardens then explore the vibrant Park. In lavender flowering season (Dec.-Jan.) Salamanca Market. Later, select your visit Bridestowe Lavender Farm to admire the Freedom of Choice Touring activity. B Signature Experience purple-hued fields. Continue to Bicheno and Gordon River – Cruise along East Coast Natureworld to learn about the mighty Gordon River Australia’s native animals, and meet a rare Enhance Your Experience through beautiful wilderness. Tasmanian Devil. In Freycinet National Park, Replace Day 5 touring with an eco-cruise to walk along Cape Tourville, admiring the Bruny Island or A Day in the Wilderness Air Russell Falls – See the stunning east coast scenery. Later, enjoy a Tour. Enquire for details, surcharge applies. mesmerising and impossibly gourmet barbecue overlooking Coles Bay picturesque Russell Falls at (weather permitting). Day 6. Russell Falls, Lake St Clair, West Mt Field National Park. Stay: Freycinet Lodge. B,FD Coast Wilderness Railway, Strahan. Travel to Mt Field National Park and admire Russell Ashgrove – Tour the Day 3. Freycinet National Park, Tasman Falls. Then enter the awe-inspiring forests of the Ashgrove Cheese Factory National Park, Port Arthur. This morning, Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area and and sample some of the explore Freycinet National Park or perhaps enjoy on to Lake St Clair. Continue to Queenstown to local produce. a scenic flight (own expense). Travel to Tasman ride the restored West Coast Wilderness Railway National Park and see the Tessellated Pavement, to Strahan, a picturesque waterfront town with Devil’s Kitchen and Tasman Arch before a a rich pioneering history. special à la carte dinner in Port Arthur. Two Night Stay: Strahan Village, Stay: Port Arthur, Comfort Inn, overlooking Harbour View Rooms. BD the ruins of the historic site. BD

56 Stanley and The Nut Woolnorth 1 Smithton Launceston Sheffield 3 Lavender Cradle Farm Mountain Great Woolmers 1 Lake Bicheno Queenstown Estate Strahan 2 Ross Coles Swansea 1 Bay Lake St Clair Richmond Freycinet National Mt Field National Park Park Russell Falls 2 Hobart 1 Port Arthur

Coach West Coast Wilderness Railway Cruise No. of nights stay

Enjoy a spectacular waterfront location at Freycinet Lodge in Freycinet National Park

Day 7. Gordon River Cruise, Day 11. Historic Ross, Launceston, preserved colonial township before heading to Freedom of Choice. Explore breathtaking Farewell Dinner. Travel around the Great Launceston for a Farewell Dinner. BD World Heritage wilderness aboard the Lady Lake, Australia’s second largest freshwater lake, Day 12. Launceston, Cataract Gorge. Jane Franklin II. Cruise along the mighty used for hydro-electricity production. Travel Enjoy the last day of your Tasmanian holiday Gordon River and enjoy a buffet lunch. Stop over the Great Western Tiers to the quaint exploring Cataract Gorge, a unique natural at Heritage Landing for a walk through ancient heritage township of Ross. View the famous rock formation on the outskirts of Launceston. rainforest and a visit to the penal colony of historic bridge, built by convicts and featuring Your tour concludes today with an included Sarah Island. Instead of the cruise, you may wish more than 180 unique hand carvings. Take transfer to the airport. B to upgrade to a scenic seaplane flight (enquire some time to explore the magnificently for details and fares). Return to Strahan and choose to dine at either View 42º, Hamer’s Hotel APT GUIDED TOUR or The Fish Café. BLD YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES: THE APT DIFFERENCE Day 8. Cradle Mountain, Dove Lake, Arrival and departure transfers in Australia Signature Experiences Freedom of Choice. Journey to Cradle All sightseeing, excursions and entrance Enhance your touring experience with Mountain and explore Dove Lake with a local fees as outlined in the itinerary APT’s diverse range of hand-picked activities in Freycinet National Park, Port Arthur, guide. View the jagged contours of Cradle 21 meals – enjoy 11 Breakfasts (B), Hobart and along the Gordon River Mountain and visit Waldheim Chalet for an 1 Lunch (L) and 9 Dinners (D) insight into the early history of the area. This Freedom of Choice™ The services of a dedicated Tour Director afternoon, choose from one of five exciting Sightseeing Inclusions and professional Driver Freedom of Choice sightseeing inclusions, such Personalise your holiday with a choice of Stay in quality accommodation activities in Launceston, Hobart and as a delicious wine and cheese tasting class. throughout Tasmania (see pages Cradle Mountain. See pages 68-69 for Stay: Cradle Mountain Lodge, Pencil Pine Cabins, 66-67 for details) further details with views over the surrounding landscape. BD See the Devil’s Kitchen and Tasman Arch at Freedom of Choice™ Day 9. The Nut, Woolnorth, Cape Grim, Tasman National Park Dining Inclusions Smithton. Visit the far north-west reaches Take a step back in time and ride the Enjoy an expanded selection of dining of Tasmania and see The Nut at Stanley. restored West Coast Wilderness Railway experiences in Hobart and Strahan Tour Woolnorth, the state’s largest wind farm, APT Highlight: Stay two nights at Strahan perched high on the windswept cliffs of a rugged Village, in Harbour View Rooms coastline. At nearby Cape Grim, breathe in some of the cleanest air in the world, then arrive at the farming area of Smithton. Tonight, enjoy an PERSON, TWIN SHARE exclusive Tasmanian Fare Dinner. 2013/14 DATES & PRICES (UK£) PER Stay: Smithton, Tall Timbers Hotel. B,FD 12 DAYS LAUNCESTON RETURN (RT12) PRICES 1 Apr. 2013 – 31 Mar. 2014 Departure Dates Day 10. Shefﬁeld Murals, Ashgrove 12 Day tour RT12 Twin Share Solo Trav. Cheese Factory, Woolmers Estate. Explore 2013 Jan. 1, 8, 22, 29; Feb. 5, 12, 26; Mar. 5, Room & Breakfast 12, 19; Apr. 2, 23, 30; Sept. 17, 24; Oct. 15; (Feature Dinners x 3) £3,145 £4,140 Devonport then continue on to Sheffield, a Nov. 5, 12; Dec. 10, 17, 31. With meals as stated £3,395 £4,390 quaint town where over 30 murals have been 2014 Jan. 7, 21, 28; Feb. 4, 11, 25; AUSTRALIA painted on the building walls. This afternoon, TOUR NOTES Validity of itinerary subject to Mar. 4, 11, 18; Apr. 1, 22, 29. change. Departures after April 2013 are listed as a sample handmade cheeses at Ashgrove Cheese Indicates Guaranteed Departure guide only and should be checked prior to making Factory, then continue to historic Woolmers Enquire for prices from 17 Sept. 2013 your holiday arrangements. Land content only. Estate where you will enjoy a guided tour and International/ domestic ﬂights not included in tour a stroll through the National Rose Garden. EARLYBIRD SAVING price. Please speak to your travel consultant to Two Night Stay: Launceston, up arrange the best available fares. SAVE to £350 Per couple. Hotel Grand Chancellor, in the city centre. B Enquire for details.

57 West Coast Adventure 18 Day Travelmarvel Tour

Perth | Monkey Mia | Port Hedland | El Questro | Darwin

See the eerie Pinnacles rising above the shifting sands at Nambung National Park

YOUR HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS Itinerary effective 13 April 2013. Day 4. Monkey Mia Dolphin Experience, Shell Beach, Carnarvon. Day 1. Arrive Perth, Welcome Dinner. Insider Experience Walk along the beach this morning, as the Arrive Perth today and be transferred to your Monkey Mia – Enjoy a sun casts a beautiful glow over the glassy hotel. Tour Perth’s shopping and business stunning sunset cruise at waters of Shark Bay. Witness the daily dolphin Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort. districts and journey to beautiful Kings Park, feeding experience (subject to appearance). with its manicured lawns and spectacular After breakfast, travel to Shell Beach, one of gardens perched upon Mt Eliza. Absorb Insider Experience only two beaches in the world consisting of stunning views of the city and the Swan River. Hamelin Pool – View the billions of tiny non-fossilised shells. View the stromatolites, the world’s Tonight, enjoy a Welcome Dinner. world’s oldest living organisms, the oldest living organisms. Stay: Perth, Novotel Hotel Langley. FD stromatolites, at Hamelin Pool before Day 2. Nambung National Park, continuing north to Carnarvon. Insider Experience El Pinnacles, Geraldton. 16 Day passengers Stay: Carnarvon, Fascine Lodge. BD Questro Wilderness Park (TWN16) join the tour this morning. We – Stay two nights at Emma Day 5. Ningaloo Reef Marine Park, travel north today to explore Nambung National Gorge Resort. Exmouth. Travel to Coral Bay, gateway to Park, home to the ancient Pinnacles. Believed to Ningaloo Reef Marine Park. Cruise the beautiful be millions of years old, thousands of these reefs and view the forests of soft coral and Insider Experience unusual limestone spiers rise up to six metres Katherine Gorge – Take an tropical fish, in Australia’s largest and most above the shifting sands, creating a landscape enchanting cruise through accessible fringing reef. Before departing for more akin to the moon. Later, we continue Katherine Gorge. Exmouth we journey to Vlamingh Head for north to Geraldton. stunning vistas of Western Australia’s coastline. Stay: Geraldton, all seasons. BD The Pinnacles – Witness the Stay: Exmouth, Pot Shot Hotel. BD eerie sight of the ancient Day 3. Shark Bay. Covering 2.2 million Day 6. The Pilbara, Tom Price Mine tour. Pinnacles in Nambung hectares of Western Australia’s coastline, Travel inland today through some of Australia’s National Park. World Heritage-listed Shark Bay is home to a most ancient Outback landscapes. The Pilbara vast array of flora, fauna and natural wonders. is home to deep rocky canyons and remote and The Pilbara – Take in the The extensive sea-grass meadows are unique to isolated oases. The red terrain contrasts with the majestic red and rocky this area, creating a haven for dugongs and azure blue waters of the Indian Ocean. Later, landscapes of the other marine life. Visit the township of Denham, Pilbara region. visit the Tom Price Mine and take a guided tour. the most westerly town on the Australian Stay: Tom Price Hotel. BD mainland. Our day comes to an end at the award-winning Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort. Day 7. Karijini National Park. Enjoy a sunset cruise this evening. Discover Karijini National Park, where gorges, Stay: Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort. BD waterfalls and rock pools provide a refreshing

58 change of scenery from the red Pilbara terrain. Stop at Dale and Fortescue falls and Oxers Lookout for some truly incredible views. This Darwin 1 Nitmiluk NP afternoon travel to Karratha. Stay: Karratha, all seasons Hotel. BLD 1 Katherine El Questro 2 1 Day 8. Karratha, Port Hedland. After a tour Kununurra Geikie of Karratha this morning, journey across the red Broome Gorge Argyle Diamond Mine earth of the Pilbara, with its impressive horizons 2 1 1 and rocky landscapes. Visit Roebourne and Eighty-Mile Beach Halls Creek Fitzroy Cossack before arriving in Port Hedland, home Port Hedland 1 Crossing to Australia’s largest tonnage port, exporting Karratha 1 NORTHERN iron ore to all corners of the globe. Karijini TERRITORY Exmouth 1 Stay: Port Hedland, all seasons. BD NP 1 Tom Price Ningaloo Coral Bay Day 9. Great Sandy Desert, Broome Tour. Reef Coach 1 Carnarvon Travel through the vast Great Sandy Desert Shark Bay No. of nights stay to the historic pearl mining town of Broome. Cruise Monkey Mia 1 Enjoy a tour and arrive at your resort in time WESTERN World Heritage Area AUSTRALIA to see the famous sunset. Geraldton 1 Two Night Stay: Oaks Broome. B Pinnacles Nambung Day 10. Broome. Today is at your leisure Nat. Park 1 Perth in Broome, perhaps visit the Pearl Luggers museum and gain an insight into the town’s pearling history, spend time relaxing on the famous white sands, or take a camel ride along Cable Beach (own expense). B Day 14. El Questro. Walk into Zebedee Day 17. Katherine Gorge cruise, Day 11. Broome, Fitzroy Crossing. Springs this morning before taking a dip in the Darwin, Farewell Dinner. Cruise Leaving the coast behind, skirt the southern thermal pools under the shade of Livistona Katherine Gorge and admire the beautiful edge of the Kimberley to the remote township of Palms. Then take a locally guided cruise along surroundings. Visit the Adelaide River War Fitzroy Crossing on the banks of the Fitzroy River. stunning Chamberlain Gorge. Later, perhaps Cemetery, before arriving in Darwin. Stay: Fitzroy Crossing, Fitzroy River Lodge. BD hike into Emma Gorge and swim under the 16 Day passengers (TWN16) depart the droplet waterfall, before enjoying a delicious tour this evening. Remaining passengers Day 12. Geikie Gorge Cruise, Halls home-cooked dinner. BD enjoy a delicious Farewell Dinner. Creek. Board a unique cruise along stunning Stay: Darwin, Novotel Atrium. B,FD Geikie Gorge and see where annual flooding Day 15. Lake Argyle, Ord River Wildlife has bleached the limestone walls. Learn more Cruise. Travelling along the last section of Day 18. Darwin. This morning enjoy a city about its surrounding flora and fauna before the Gibb River Road, journey to Lake Argyle. highlights tour, before transferring to the airport rejoining the Great Northern Highway for our Created by the construction of the Ord River for your onward flight. B journey to Halls Creek. Dam, Lake Argyle is several times larger than Stay: Halls Creek, Kimberley Hotel. BD Sydney Harbour. The lake forms part of the 2013/14 DATES & PRICES huge Ord River Scheme. Join a wildlife cruise (UK£) PER PERSON, TWIN SHARE Day 13. Argyle Diamond Mine, along the river, keeping an eye out for El Questro. Tour the Lirrgarn Argyle Diamond crocodiles and many species of birdlife. 18 DAYS PERTH TO DARWIN (TWN18) Mine, the world’s largest producer of diamonds Stay: Kununurra, all seasons. B Departure Dates and producer of the rare and very expensive 2013 Apr. 13; May 2*, 25; June 13*; July 6, pink diamond. Our journey continues through Day 16. Kununurra, Katherine. 25*; Aug. 17; Sept. 5*, 28; Oct. 17*. the heart of the Kimberley to El Questro Depart Kununurra this morning and cross the 2014 Apr. 12; May 1*, 24; June 12*; July 5, Wilderness Park, a working cattle station. border into the Northern Territory. Pass through 24*; Aug. 16; Sept. 4*, 27. Two Night Stay: El Questro, Emma Gorge the remote township of Timber Creek, before *Tour operates in reverse direction (TWS18). Resort, tented cabins with ensuites. BLD arriving in Katherine. Indicates Guaranteed Departure Stay: Katherine, all seasons. BD PRICES 1 Apr. 2013 – 31 Mar. 2014 18 Day tour TWN18 Twin Share Solo Trav. TRAVELMARVEL BY APT Room & Breakfast (Feature Dinners x 2) £4,695 £6,290 YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES: Meet the dolphins of Monkey Mia With meals as stated £4,995 £6,590 Arrival and departure transfers in Australia See the stromatolites of Hamelin Pool 16 Day tour TWN16 Twin Share Solo Trav. All sightseeing, excursions and entrance Embark on a cruise over World Room & Breakfast £4,345 £5,940 fees as outlined in the itinerary Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef With meals as stated £4,495 £6,090 33 meals – enjoy 17 Breakfasts (B), Travel through the ancient Outback TOUR NOTES Tour Operated by Travelmarvel 2 Lunches (L) and 14 Dinners (D) landscapes of the Pilbara – Part of the APT Group. Validity of itinerary subject The services of a dedicated Tour Director Tour the Lirrgarn Argyle Diamond Mine to change. Departures after October 2013 are and professional Driver listed as a guide only and should be checked

Cruise through stunning Katherine Gorge AUSTRALIA prior to making your holiday arrangements. Land Stay in superior accommodation THE TRAVELMARVEL DIFFERENCE content only. International/domestic ﬂights not throughout Australia (see pages included in tour price. Please speak to your travel Insider Experiences 66-67 for details) consultant to arrange the best available fares. Discover more of Australia with included View the eerie Pinnacles in Nambung Insider Experiences at Monkey Mia, National Park EARLYBIRD SAVING Hamelin Pool, at El Questro Wilderness up Enjoy a sunset cruise over World Park and along Katherine Gorge SAVE to £500 Per couple. Heritage-listed Shark Bay Enquire for details.

59 Western Wildﬂower Wonderland 15 or 13 Day Travelmarvel Tour

Admire the incredible sight of wildﬂowers in bloom in Western Australia

YOUR HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS Itinerary effective 26 August 2013. Day 5. Pink Lake, Meet a Wildflower Tours departing up to 25 August 2013 follow a Expert, Historic Albany. Take in the sights of Insider Experience different itinerary. Please enquire for details Esperance, including Twilight Bay and the Pink Stirling Ranges – Learn Lake. Then drive through the Stirling Ranges Day 1. Arrive Perth. Be met on arrival and about this rich area of flora and meet a local wildflower expert to from a local wildflower expert. transferred to your hotel. Set off on a city tour discover one of the world’s richest flora areas. and later, enjoy a Welcome Dinner. From Bluff Knoll, see the jagged peaks towering Stay: Perth, Novotel Hotel Langley. FD Insider Experience over bushland that’s carpeted with wildflowers Pemberton – Experience the Day 2. Historic York, Wave Rock. in spring. Later this afternoon, arrive in Albany. majesty of the world-famous This morning, 13 Day (TSW13) guests join the Two Night Stay: Albany, Valley of the Giants. tour. Cross the Darling Ranges on the way to Dog Rock Motel or similar. BD York, classified an Historic Town by the National Day 6. Albany, Wildflower Spotting. Insider Experience Trust. Enjoy a tour then continue to Hyden. Visit This morning, head to Whale World at Coomberdale – Enjoy a Wave Rock, a 15-metre high rock formation. Cheyne’s Beach. Here, join an interactive guided tour of the fascinating Stay: Hyden, Wave Rock Hotel. BD Wildflower Farm. journey through the former site of Australia’s Day 3. Coolgardie, Kalgoorlie. last operating whaling station. Afterwards, head for Torndirrup National Park where you’re Insider Experience After breakfast, journey through the wheat belt likely to see a large number of colourful native Hamelin Pool – View the on the way to Coolgardie, the site of the state’s stromatolites, the world’s original gold rush. Then continue to Kalgoorlie, wildflowers along the Stoney Hill Heritage Trail. oldest living organisms. where more than half of the gold mined in Upon your return to Albany, the remainder of Australia is produced. Travel Kalgoorlie’s the afternoon is at your leisure to relax or further explore this charming coastal town. B Kalgoorlie – Visit Kalgoorlie, Golden Mile, admiring the town’s architecture. where more than half the Stay: Kalgoorlie, all seasons. BD Day 7. Valley of the Giants, Pemberton. world’s gold is mined and Experience the beauty of the Valley of the travel its Golden Mile. Day 4. Kalgoorlie, Lake Lefroy, Esperance. Enjoy leisure time in Kalgoorlie, before heading Giants, a world-famous forest of gigantic tingle for Lake Lefroy, where the white salt makes for a trees. Then, experience a Margaret River region Kalbarri National Park – wine tasting before continuing on to Pemberton, Witness the breathtaking striking contrast against the blue sky. Take in the home to what is thought to be the third largest scenery and perhaps see the dramatic colours, then continue to Esperance. hardwood tree in the world. many wildflowers in bloom. Stay: Esperance, Comfort Inn Bay of Isles Motel. BD Stay: Pemberton, Karri Valley Resort. BD

60 Day 8. Margaret River, Fremantle. Shark 2 Monkey Mia Travel via the famous wine-producing region Bay of Margaret River on the way to explore the Hamelin Pool incredible limestone formations of Jewel Cave. Kalbarri Then, head to the Cape Leeuwin coastline and Kalbarri 1 National Coach visit the lighthouse that overlooks the joining of Park WESTERN No. of nights stay AUSTRALIA the Southern Ocean and the Indian Ocean. Geraldton 1 World Heritage Area This afternoon continue to Fremantle. Stay: Fremantle, The Esplanade Hotel. B 1 Kalgoorlie Coomberdale Day 9. Fremantle, Perth. At the mouth of The Pinnacles Coolgardie the Swan River, Fremantle is famous for its New Norcia wonderful beaches and its well-preserved Perth 3 architectural heritage dating back to the 1 Wave colonial era. You’ll enjoy the morning and early Fremantle 1 Hyden Rock afternoon to explore Fremantle as you please. 1 Esperance Later this afternoon, travel back to nearby Perth. Stirling Stay: Perth, Novotel Hotel Langley. B Margaret River Ranges NP 1 Cape Leeuwin 2 Albany Day 10. Perth, New Norcia, Coomberdale Wildflower Farm, Kalbarri. Pemberton Valley of This morning, venture north to New Norcia, a the Giants monastic town in which the influence of Spanish Benedictine monks is apparent. Visit the town’s museum and art gallery, then head to the Day 14. The Pinnacles, Perth. Today, travel guests transfer to the airport. Tonight, Coomberdale Wildflower Farm for a to Nambung National Park to see the Pinnacles. remaining guests enjoy a Farewell Dinner. guided tour. Here, thousands of dried Believed to be millions of years old, these Stay: Perth, Novotel Hotel Langley. B,FD wildflowers are prepared for export around unusual limestone spiers rise up to six metres the world. Later, continue to Kalbarri. Day 15. Perth, Depart. After breakfast above the sand, creating a unique landscape. Stay: Kalbarri Edge Resort. BD transfer to the airport for your onward flight. B Later, return to Perth, where 13 Day (TSW13) Day 11. Kalbarri National Park, Shark Bay, Seafood Feast. Visit Kalbarri National TRAVELMARVEL BY APT Park this morning, where around 800 species of YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES: Admire beautiful Bluff Knoll wildflowers burst into bloom between July to Arrival and departure transfers in Australia Tour the fascinating Coomberdale October in a riot of colour. Take in the beautiful Wildflower Farm scenery and sweeping sand plains then continue All sightseeing, excursions and entrance to Eagle Bluff (subject to road conditions). Stop fees as outlined in the itinerary Take in the incredible colour of wildflowers in bloom at Kalbarri National Park to absorb the breathtaking views and look out 24 meals – enjoy 14 Breakfasts (B) for the sharks, dugongs, rays and large fish who and 10 Dinners (D) View the eerie Pinnacles in Nambung regularly visit the shallow waters below. Then The services of a dedicated Tour Director National Park continue to Denham and visit the Shark Bay and professional Driver THE TRAVELMARVEL DIFFERENCE Interpretive Centre to learn about the area. Stay in superior accommodation Insider Experiences Head north to Monkey Mia, located at Dolphin throughout Australia (see pages Discover more of Australia with included Beach on World Heritage-listed Shark Bay. This 66-67 for details) Insider Experiences in the Stirling Ranges, evening indulge in a delicious seafood dinner. Experience the majesty of nature in the at Pemberton, Coomberdale and Two Night Stay: Shark Bay, Valley of the Giants Hamelin Pool Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort. B,FD

Day 12. Monkey Mia Dolphins. At sunrise, enjoy a leisurely walk along the beach, taking 2013/14 DATES & PRICES (UK£) PER PERSON, TWIN SHARE in the beautiful glow on the waters of Shark Bay. 15 DAYS PERTH RETURN (TSW15) See the dolphins coming in to feed close to PRICES 1 Apr. 2013 – 31 Mar. 2014 Departure Dates shore (subject to appearance) and enjoy the 15 Day tour TSW15 Twin Share Solo Trav. 2013 Mar. 12; Aug. 26; Sept. 3*, 10, 17, 24; remainder of the day is at leisure. This evening Room & Breakfast Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29. enjoy a wonderful sunset cruise on the bay. B (Feature Dinners x 3) £3,345 £4,540 2014 Mar. 11; Aug. 25; Sept. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; With meals as stated £3,595 £4,790 Day 13. Shell Beach, Hamelin Pool Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28. 13 Day tour TSW13 Twin Share Solo Trav. Marine Nature Reserve, Geraldton. 13 DAYS PERTH RETURN (TSW13) Room & Breakfast Departing Monkey Mia after breakfast, travel to Departure Dates (Feature Dinners x 3) £2,745 £3,740 Shell Beach, a 60 kilometre beach that consists 2013 Mar. 13, Aug. 27; Sept. 4*, 11, 18, 25; With meals as stated £2,995 £3,990 of billions of tiny white ‘coquina bivalve’ sea Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. TOUR NOTES Tour Operated by Travelmarvel – shells. One of only two beaches like it in the 2014 Mar. 12; Aug. 26; Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24. Part of the APT Group. Validity of itinerary subject to world, the contrast of aqua-blue waters against *This departure date has an amended itinerary change. Departures after October 2013 are listed as a guide only and should be checked prior to the pure white shoreline is a sight to behold. – order of touring is different to the brochured AUSTRALIA making your holiday arrangements. Land content Continue on to Hamelin Pool Marine Nature itinerary. Enquire at time of booking for details. only. International/ domestic ﬂights not included in Indicates Guaranteed Departure Reserve to see the world’s oldest living tour price. Please speak to your travel consultant to Enquire for prices from 1 Jan. to 31 Mar. 2013 organisms, the stromatolites. These living arrange the best available fare. fossils have contributed to Shark Bay’s status as a World Heritage-listed site. Afterwards, travel EARLYBIRD SAVING up to the coastal town of Geraldton. SAVE to £350 Per couple. Stay: Geraldton, all seasons. BD Enquire for details.

61 Top End & Kimberley Discovery 15 Day Kimberley Wilderness Adventure

Small Group 4WD Experience

Enjoy a guided walk through the enchanting domes of the Bungle Bungle Ranges

Day 1. Darwin, Ubirr Rock Art, Day 3. Nourlangie Rock Art, Yellow Day 6. Purnululu National Park, Piccaninny Guluyambi Cruise. We depart Darwin Water, Katherine. This morning, we travel to Creek, Cathedral Gorge, Sunset Drinks. this morning and travel across the sweeping Nourlangie Rock to view ancient Aboriginal This morning perhaps take an optional helicopter wetlands of the Marrakai Plains to Kakadu rock art before boarding a guided cruise along flight over the national park (own expense). Hike National Park. Within this world-renowned Kakadu’s Yellow Water Billabong for a truly among the famous Bungle Bungle domes along wilderness region, we’ll head to Ubirr to explore iconic Kakadu experience. Keep an eye out for Piccaninny Creek and into Cathedral Gorge. galleries of ancient Aboriginal art. Then, we’ll estuarine crocodiles and the extensive bird and Tonight, enjoy sunset drinks. BLD take an unforgettable journey along the East plant life that call these waters home. Then Alligator River on the Guluyambi Cruise. Soak travel south to the remote town of Katherine. Day 7. Purnululu National Park, El Questro. up the incredible landscapes as our Aboriginal Stay: Katherine, all seasons. BLD Farewell the Bungle Bungle Range this morning guide explains this stunning region’s intriguing and travel to El Questro Wilderness Park, a million history. Keep an eye out for exotic wildlife. Enjoy Day 4. Dawn Break Breakfast Cruise, acre cattle station in the heart of the Kimberley. the unique experience and stay as guests of the Kununurra, Ord River. Journey into beautiful Two Night Stay: Tented cabins with private traditional owners within the national park, in Nitmiluk National Park and join a Dawn Break facilities at Emma Gorge Resort, comfort and style at APT’s Hawk Dreaming Breakfast Cruise through spectacular Katherine El Questro Wilderness Park. BLD Gorge. Accompanied by a local guide you’ll Wilderness Lodge. Day 8. Zebedee Springs, Chamberlain Two Night Stay: Stay in tented cabins with discover the region’s rich flora and fauna. Then, travel across the border into Western Australia Gorge Cruise, Emma Gorge. private ensuites, Hawk Dreaming Wilderness Today, discover the wonders of El Questro. Lodge, Kakadu National Park. LD to the town of Kununurra. Stay: Kununurra, Country Club Resort. BD Walk to beautiful Zebedee Springs then, with Day 2. Arnhem Land, Aboriginal Art, a local ranger, enjoy a spectacular cruise along Cannon Hill, Hawk Dreaming. Day 5. Kununurra, Purnululu National Chamberlain Gorge. Later, hike to see the Accompanied by a local guide, cross the East Park, Spring Creek Track, Echidna Chasm. droplet waterfall at Emma Gorge. BLD Travel to iconic Purnululu National Park, home Alligator River into the spiritual Arnhem Land. Day 9. El Questro, Gibb River Road, Experience the natural beauty of a region that is to the famous Bungle Bungle Range. Journey the Spring Creek Track into the heart of this Mitchell Plateau. Departing El Questro inaccessible to most travellers. Later, return to this morning, we journey along the rugged Kakadu and enjoy the Aboriginal art and World Heritage-listed national park. This afternoon, walk into Echidna Chasm on a Gibb River Road. After fording the Pentecost billabongs of Cannon Hill and Hawk Dreaming. and Durack rivers, we’ll climb the Mitchell This evening, absorb the stunning scenery as you hike regarded as one of the best in Australia. Two Night Stay: EXCLUSIVE! Stay in Plateau. Take a swim in the local waterhole. enjoy the sunset in the national park. BLD Two Night Stay: EXCLUSIVE! Stay in Please note, order of touring may vary, Arnhem tented cabins with ensuites at Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge, Purnululu National Park. BLD tented cabins with ensuites at Mitchell Falls Land may be inaccessible for cultural reasons or Wilderness Lodge. BLD when tides prevent crossing the East Alligator River.

62 Day 10. Mitchell Falls, Gwion (Bradshaw) Art, Helicopter Flight over the Falls. Enjoy a full day to discover the beauty of Australia’s most spectacular waterfalls. When available, local Aboriginal guides will join you Hawk Dreaming Wilderness Lodge here. Hike to Mitchell Falls, and visit Little and Darwin 12 Big Merten Falls. Included is a helicopter flight Mitchell Falls Kakadu over Mitchell Falls back to the vehicle (or, if you ro Wilderness Lodge st National e Katherine prefer, hike back with your guide). Longer flights Mitchell Plateau 2 u 1 Park Q are available at additional expense. BLD Drysdale l Kununurra River Station E 1 1 2 NORTHERN Day 11. Mitchell Plateau, King Edward Bell Gorge Bungle Bungle TERRITORY Wilderness Lodge Wilderness Lodge River. Today, view the Kimberley’s unique 2 2 Gibb Gwion (Bradshaw) art at a rarely seen gallery on River Rd Purnululu the banks of the upper King Edward River. Later, Windjana Gorge National Park 4WD Track see the ancient Wandjina rock art gallery and Broome Tunnel Creek Sealed Road enjoy a swim at King Edward River Crossing. 1 Geikie Gorge No. of nights stay Stay: Drysdale River Station. BLD Fitzroy World Heritage Area WESTERN Crossing APT Wilderness Lodge Day 12. Barnett River Gorge, Galvans AUSTRALIA Gorge. Rejoin the Gibb River Road today, stopping at Barnett River Gorge. Enjoy lunch before travelling to Galvans Gorge where a short walk leads to a stunning waterhole. KIMBERLEY WILDERNESS ADVENTURE Two Night Stay: EXCLUSIVE! Bell Gorge YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES: 14 nights accommodation in regional Wilderness Lodge, with private ensuites. BLD Airport transfers on the first and last day hotels, working cattle stations and APT’s exclusive Wilderness Lodges Day 13. Bell Gorge, Hiking and Swimming. of the tour Intimate tour groups of no more than 20 Back on the Gibb River Road, travel to Bell All sightseeing, park fees, cruises, meals Gorge, where rugged cliffs surround a series as specified, permits & accommodation. Helicopter flight over Mitchell Falls of tiered waterfalls. The afternoon is yours to 42 meals - enjoy 14 Breakfasts (B), Sunset drinks in Kakadu and Purnululu explore the unique and spectacular scenery. BLD 14 Lunches (L) and 14 Dinners (D) national parks Dedicated services of a professional Discover the famous Bungle Bungle Day 14. Windjana Gorge, Tunnel Creek APT Driver-Guide Range in Purnululu National Park National Park, Fitzroy Crossing. Journey to All transportation by custom-built 4WD Explore El Questro Wilderness Park Windjana Gorge, where a short walk takes us past ancient marine fossils embedded in the gorge walls. Perhaps see some freshwater crocodiles who lap up the sun along the banks of the Lennard River. Nearby, at Tunnel Creek 2013/14 DATES & PRICES (UK£) PER PERSON, TWIN SHARE National Park, we’ll wade through the 750 15 DAYS DARWIN TO BROOME (GKD15) PRICES 1 Apr. 2013 – 31 Mar. 2014 metre-long tunnel which is carved through Departure Dates 15 Day tour GKD15 Twin Share Solo Trav. the Napier Range. 2013 May 14*, 27*; June 1, 4*, 11*, 14, 22, With meals as stated £5,395 £6,845 Stay: Fitzroy Crossing, Fitzroy River Lodge. BLD 25*, 29; July 1*, 8, 13, 19, 20*, 26; Aug. 6*, 7, 19*, 24, 27*; Sept. 6, 14, 17*; Oct. 5. TOUR NOTES This tour includes some longer, more challenging walks. Weather events may cause Day 15. Geikie Gorge Cruise, Broome. *Tour operates in reverse direction with slight disruptions to itinerary, especially in remote locations. This morning, we enjoy a cruise between the variances (GKB15). See pages 70-71 for terms & conditions. striking coloured walls of spectacular Geikie Gorge. The stunning waterway is hemmed by EARLYBIRD SAVING limestone walls. This afternoon travel along up SAVE to £550 Per couple. the Great Northern Highway and arrive in the Enquire for details. township of Broome, where your wilderness adventure concludes. BL

KIMBERLEY COMPLETE (GKC13)

Alternatively, join our most in-depth tour of the Kimberley 13 days return to Broome See all the iconic sights including: Windjana, Bell and Galvans Gorges; Tunnel Creek; The Bungle Bungle Ranges; and Mitchell Falls, including a thrilling helicopter ﬂight New for 2013 – a Home Valley Station AUSTRALIA EL QUESTRO HOMESTEAD UPGRADE stay with tour Stay 6 nights at APT’s Exclusive Stay two nights at this luxurious homestead, Wilderness Lodges with gourmet meals, drinks and most activities included. This upgrade replaces Discover El Questro Wilderness Park Days 7 & 8 accommodation and touring at Cruise the Ord River and Geikie Gorge Emma Gorge Resort. Additional, from Prices from: £1,065 Twin Share; £1,920 Solo Trav. £4,995 Twin Share; £6,145 Solo Trav.

63 Domes Explorer & El Questro 6 Day Kimberley Wilderness Adventure

Accommodated Independent Air Safari

Experience a touch of luxury at Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge in a Superior King Double tented cabin

Day 4. Scenic Flight to El Questro. Take a scenic flight to El Questro Wilderness 2013/14 DATES & PRICES 1 Kununurra Park – a million acres of unspoilt wilderness in (UK£) PER PERSON, TWIN SHARE El Questro 2 Echidna Chasm the heart of the Kimberley. Perhaps hike into Bungle Bungle Mini Palms Gorge 6 DAY KUNUNURRA RETURN (GBUP9) Wilderness Lodge 2 Emma Gorge for a swim under the droplet Purnululu Departs daily (April to October). Cathedral Gorge waterfall or soak in the thermal pools of National Park PRICES 1 Apr. 2013 – 31 Oct. 2013 WESTERN 4WD Track Zebedee Springs (own expense). AUSTRALIA Scenic Flight Two Night Stay: Tented cabins with private 6 Day tour GBUP9 Twin Share Solo Trav. No. of nights stay facilities at Emma Gorge Resort, El Questro. B Standard Twin £1,595 £2,095 World Heritage Area Superior King/Twin £1,635 £2,155 APT Wilderness Lodge Day 5. El Questro at Leisure. Note: A strict 10 kg maximum luggage weight Discover the highlights of El Questro at your applies. Order of touring may vary. Day 1. Kununurra. Arrive Kununurra. Spend leisure. Perhaps cruise the Chamberlain Gorge, time at leisure or visit Lake Argyle (own expense). or join a ranger-guided horseback tour (both at Stay: Kununurra Country Club Resort. own expense).

Day 2. Scenic Flight, Purnululu National Day 6. Farewell El Questro, Kununurra. Park, Cathedral Gorge, Piccaninny Creek. Travel the Gibb River Road to Kununurra where Depart Kununurra and board a scenic flight to your tour concludes upon arrival. Purnululu National Park, home to the Bungle Bungle Range. Walk into Cathedral Gorge KIMBERLEY WILDERNESS ADVENTURE and along Piccaninny Creek with a local guide. YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES: Perhaps take an optional helicopter flight over Scenic ﬂights over Purnululu National the Bungle Bungle Range (own expense). Park and to El Questro Wilderness Park Two Night Stay: EXCLUSIVE! Stay in tented Discover the Bungle Bungle Range in ensuite cabins at Bungle Bungle Wilderness Purnululu National Park Lodge, Purnululu National Park. LD Guided walk into Cathedral Gorge and along the dry bed of Piccaninny Creek Day 3. Echidna Chasm, Mini Palms Gorge. Walk to Echidna Chasm, a majestic Hike with a guide into Echidna Chasm cleft in the rock massif that can often be as Stay 2 nights at El Questro Wilderness Park narrow as a metre in width. Later, explore pretty APT Exclusive: Stay 2 nights at Mini Palms Gorge. BLD Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge Take in stunning views over the Bungle Bungle Range

64 Broome to the Bungle Bungle Range 5 Day Kimberley Wilderness Adventure

Small Group 4WD Experience

Mitchell Falls Wilderness Lodge 1 Mitchell Plateau

1 Kununurra El Questro 1 Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge Derby Windjana 2 Gorge Purnululu Nat. Park Geikie Cathedral Gorge 4WD Track Gorge Sealed Road Broome Tunnel 1 Creek 1 GBR5E Halls GBR4K Fitzroy Creek Crossing GBR6M WESTERN No. of nights stay AUSTRALIA World Heritage Area APT Wilderness Lodges

APT’s 4WD vehicles let you discover the real Australia, in comfort and style

Day 1. Broome, Boab Prison Tree, Tunnel OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS KIMBERLEY WILDERNESS ADVENTURE Creek, Windjana Gorge. Depart Broome and visit the Boab Prison Tree. Journey along the Kununurra Option (GBR4K) YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES: Gibb River Road, a remote Outback highway. Day 4. Kununurra. Fly from Purnululu to All sightseeing, park fees, cruises, meals Kununurra (flight included). B See Windjana Gorge, and travel to remarkable as specified, permits & accommodation. Tunnel Creek. Continue to Fitzroy Crossing. El Questro Option (GBR5E) Transportation by custom-built 4WD Stay: Fitzroy Crossing, Fitzroy River Lodge. LD Day 4. El Questro. Fly from Purnululu to 13 Meals - 4 Breakfasts (B), Emma Gorge Resort. On arrival, perhaps 5 Lunches (L) and 4 Dinners (D) Day 2. Fitzroy Creek, Purnululu National hike into Emma Gorge and enjoy a swim Park. Depart Fitzroy Crossing and head for the under the droplet waterfall. fascinating nature reserve, Purnululu National Stay: Emma Gorge Resort, El Questro. B Park, home to the black and orange striped 2013/14 DATES & PRICES domes of the Bungle Bungle Range. Day 5. Kununurra. Farewell El Questro (UK£) PER PERSON, TWIN SHARE Two Night Stay: EXCLUSIVE! Stay in tented and transfer by road to Kununurra GBR5, GBR4K, GBR5E, GBR6M TOURS ensuite cabins at Bungle Bungle Wilderness (flight, accommodation and road Departure Dates Lodge, Purnululu National Park. BLD transfer included). B 2013 May 15*, 23, 29*; June 6, 13, 20, 26*; July 4, 11, 18, 25; Aug. 1, 7*, 15, 21*, 29; Day 3. Cathedral Gorge, Piccaninny Mitchell Plateau Option (GBR6M) Sept. 12, 26; Oct. 3. Creek. Hike into Piccaninny Creek, through to Day 4. Kununurra. Fly from Purnululu to * GBR6M only available on these dates. the spectacular Cathedral Gorge. Walk among Kununurra (flight included). the beehive domes, as your guide brings the Stay: Kununurra Country Club Resort. B PRICES 1 Apr. 2013 – 31 Mar. 2014 natural history of the range to life. Perhaps take Day 5. Mitchell Plateau, Little Mertens 5 Day tour GBR5 Twin Share Solo Trav. an optional helicopter flight (own expense). Enjoy With meals as stated £1,645 £2,045 Falls, Rock Art, Mitchell Falls, Scenic drinks and watch the sun set over the domes. BLD 4 Day tour GBR4K Twin Share Solo Trav. Helicopter Flight. Fly to the remote With meals as stated £1,445 £1,745 Mitchell Plateau. Join a local guide and Day 4. Echidna Chasm, China Wall, Halls 5 Day tour GBR5 Twin Share Solo Trav. Creek. Guests taking optional excursions walk to Little and Big Mertens Falls and With meals as stated £1,995 £2,395 depart after breakfast. Take a captivating inspect ancient and rarely viewed 6 Day tour GBR6M Twin Share Solo Trav. hike to Echidna Chasm, a spectacular cleft in Aboriginal rock art paintings. After lunch, With meals as stated £2,645 £3,145 the rock massif. Then, travel the Great Northern hike out of the falls or take an included TOUR NOTES GBR5 & GBR4K include mainly Highway to the historic gold mining town of scenic helicopter flight. easy walks. GBR6M & GBR5E contain more AUSTRALIA Halls Creek and see the quartz China Wall. Stay: Mitchell Falls Wilderness Lodge. BLD challenging walks. Weather events may cause disruptions to itinerary. See pages 74-75 for Stay: Best Western Halls Creek Motel. BLD Day 6. Scenic Flight to Kununurra. terms & conditions. Day 5. Halls Creek, Geikie Gorge, After breakfast, board a scenic flight that takes you over the dramatic landscapes EARLYBIRD SAVING Broome. Explore the bleached limestone walls up of Geikie Gorge on a cruise, then travel back to of the Kimberley. Take in the vast horizons SAVE to £150 Per couple. of this frontier country before arriving Broome where your tour concludes. BL Enquire for details. in Kununurra. B