Adventure Tours Australia
COMBINATION PACKAGES
A 6 day combination of 2 small group accommodated tours SM3+MA3 from Sydney to Adelaide.
3 Day Sydney to Melbourne + 3 Day Melbourne to Adelaide
Depart Sydney and Finishes in Adelaide
Tour Code ATA_109_SAC

Travel to Australia's capital city of Canberra, Jindabyne, Snowy River Highlands, Mt Kosciuszko, the coastal township of Lakes Entrance; the Gateway to the Gippsland Lakes and Australia's longest beach - Ninety Mile Beach. and also the 'Gateway to Wilsons Promontory'. Travelling through Geelong before stopping at Torquay (home of Quicksilver and Rip Curl) before making our way to the world famous Bell's Beach. Journey on the renowned Great Ocean Road, one of the most spectacular coastal roads in Australia. View sunrise at the Twelve Apostles. Hiking to the bottom of MacKenzie Falls & Hollow Mountain for breathtaking views over the north of the Grampians then onto Adelaide.

1st April 2008 - 31st March 2009
Apr, Nov - Mar* : Mon Wed Sat (*Except 24, 27, 31Dec08)
May - Sep : Wed Sat

SM3: Sydney 0630am. Pick from three central locations only.
MA3: Melbourne 6.30am. Pick up from three central Melbourne locations.

Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), hat & sunscreen, towel & toiletries, water bottle, torch, insect repellent, camera & film, pillow, sleeping bag (can be hired for $15)

AM3: Adelaide Hills, Grampians National Park, MacKenzie Falls, Warrnambool, Great Ocean Road, Twelve Apostles, Port Campbell, Bells Beach
MS3: Wilsons Promontory NP, Ninety Mile Beach, Mt Kosciuszko, Snowy River High Country, Jindabyne, Canberra

ITINERARY

Day 1 - Sydney to Jindabyne (via Canberra)

Please choose 1 location for tour pickup today
We travel to Australia's capital city of Canberra checking out Parliament House and other highlights on a city tour. After lunch we pass through Cooma, learning about Australia's great engineering feat the 'Snowy Hydro-Electric Scheme'. We arrive at Jindabyne in the late afternoon - a great time for a spot of trout fishing in the lake or perhaps go water skiing and/or wake boarding (all at own expense & seasonal). Dinner and overnight dorm accommodation is included at the Lake Jindabyne Hotel, where you'll get to enjoy the mountain life; perhaps a sauna, swim or a drink at the bar while taking in the magnificent view of the lake. (D)

Day 2 - Jindabyne to Lakes Entrance Via Snowy River Country

After breakfast, let the bus do all the work as we climb high into the Australian Alps (seasonal Nov-May). Enjoy a rewarding hike along an alpine track (2 1/2 hour round-trip) absorbing stunning views of the glacial 'Blue Lake' & the peak of Mt Kosciuszko (the highest point in Australia). During winter, (Jun-Oct) we visit the ski village of Perisher/Smiggins for fun in the snow (optional hire of toboggans or snow tubes at own expense). After lunch we take the spectacular scenic drive along the Barry Way, watching the Snowy River wind below us, as we cross the border into Victoria. In the afternoon, we take a break to fly down the 'zip wire' (optional activity at own expense) before arriving for our overnight stop at the coastal township of Lakes Entrance; the Gateway to the Gippsland Lakes and Australia's longest beach - Ninety Mile Beach. (B D)

Warning: Tour graded with ‘3 Boots’ (this day) are only suitable for very fit people who enjoy can hike up to 9kms a day.

Day 3 - Lakes Entrance to Wilsons Promontory NP / Melbourne

This morning you may wish to take the opportunity for an early morning walk before driving to Wilsons Promontory National Park with ample time to hike and explore! Walk on squeaky beaches, watch the ocean of Bass Strait pound on to the Australian mainland's most southerly point, hike along spectacular granite rock formations with fantastic views and learn about the coastal flora & native wildlife (maybe even sighting emus and wombats). We finish our tour, travelling on to Melbourne through the pastoral landscape of South Gippsland. (B)
Note: Melbourne accommodation is not included. You will have to book your own accommodation for tonight.

Day 4- Melbourne via Great Ocean Rd to Princetown

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We begin our journey travelling through Geelong before stopping at Torquay (home of Quicksilver and Rip Curl) where you can pick yourself up a bargain, before making our way to the world famous Bell’s Beach. Here we commence our journey on the renowned Great Ocean Road, one of the most spectacular coastal roads in Australia, calling into the seaside towns of Lorne & Apollo Bay exploring pristine beaches, gorges and the magnificent cool temperate rainforest of the Otway NP. We spend time at the awesome Otway Fly, (25 metre high elevated tree top walk) and explore Loch Ard Gorge before enjoying sunset at the Twelve Apostles. Tonight we stay in the fishing village of Princetown. (D)

Day 5- Princetown to Grampians National Park

This morning we drive to the Twelve Apostles then take the Gibson Steps down to the beach for a different perspective of this amazing formation. Continuing along the western end of the Great Ocean Road we visit London Bridge, The Grotto, Bay of Martyrs and Bay of Islands before arriving at Warrnambool for a chance to view whales (seasonal). Travelling on through country Victoria, we arrive at the magnificent Grampians NP, where we accept the challenge of a hike to the Pinnacle. We finish the day with a walk to The Balconies & Reeds Lookout before arriving at our overnight accommodation in the Grampians NP (B,D)

Day 6- Halls Gap to Adelaide

Today we spend the morning hiking to the bottom of MacKenzie Falls & Hollow Mountain for breathtaking views over the north of the Grampians before leaving this magical place. Travelling west, we break for lunch at Horsham then continue through the agricultural district of Victoria, into South Australia and Bordertown, home of the rare White Western Grey Kangaroos. We cross the mighty Murray River, then pass through the picturesque Adelaide Hills arriving into the city of Adelaide. (B)

Note:
**Accommodation: All tours are accommodated and we offer HOSTEL (dorm or twin/dbl with shared facilities) or ensuite MOTEL/LODGE budget style (2-3star ensuite). All twin/double rooms are subject to availability at time of booking. Motel/Lodge style may be located on different premises to dorm accommodation.
*SM3 - Melbourne drop-off in 3 central locations only. Melbourne accommodation is not included on Day 3.
*MA3 - Melbourne pick-up from 3 central locations only.
*Upgrade accommodation is budget style and may be located on different premises to dorm accommodation.
*Accommodation upgrade option is not available during July and August.
*Luggage limit to a backpack of max 15kgs and a daypack.
*Itinerary may vary and/or attractions substituted due to seasonal conditions and National Park requirements.

Adventure Tours Australia
3 Day Sydney to Melbourne Tour :Tour Code ATA116/SM3 (Day 01- 03)
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3 Day Melbourne to Adelaide :Tour Code ATA12/MA3 (Day 04- 06)

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