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Adventure
Tours Australia
13 Day Alice Springs to Sydney
Depart Alice Springsand Finishes at Sydney
Tour Code ATA_119_PBSAS
A
13 day combination of camping and accommodated tour from Alice
Springs to Sydney. This tour covers Aboriginal Culture, Kings
Canyon, Kata Tjuta, Uluru, Coober Pedy, Wilpena Pound, Parachilna,
Flinders Ranges, Bells Beach, Port Campbell, Twelve Apostles,
Great Ocean Road, Warrnambool, MacKenzie Falls, Grampians
National park, Wilsons Promontory, Ninety Mile Beach, Mt Kosciuszko,
Snowy River High Country, Jindabyne, Canberra.
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As
a valued agent www.australia4tours.com offer tours
from Adventure Tours Australia an award
winning company specialising in active, small group
safaris for the adventurous traveller. We offer an extensive
range of tours
here
exploring the highlights and hidden delights of Australia.
Our
tours are nature-based with the emphasis on the unique
scenery, wildlife and Aboriginal culture of each area
and they cater for everyone from the fit and adventurous
who want to get off the beaten track to those who prefer
the sound of ‘soft adventure’ and more comfortable facilities!
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| Tour
Prices |
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1st April 2008 - 31st March 2009
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Adult:
AU$1550
Child: AU$1240
(8-12yrs)
Ensuite
accommodation upgrade options:
10 nights motel (incl Opal Inn 3 star)
Twin/Dbl upgrade per person
AUD $410
Triple upgrade per person
AUD $300
Single upgrade per person
AUD $890
10 nights motel (incl Desert Cave 4 star)
Twin/Dbl upgrade per personAUD
$475
Triple upgrade per person
AUD $355
Single upgrade per person
AUD $1020
Upgrade is not available at Lake Jindabyne during July/August.
Upgarde will reduce by $25 Twin/Dbl $15 Triple AUD $70
Single.
Twin not available in Melbourne.
Triple bookings in Melbourne will be accommodated
in 2 x Dbl rooms.
For further information on upgrade accommodation, please
email us.
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Extras:
Park entrance fee +
fuel
levy (see
current levy) are
payable on morning of departure.
(Children under 16yrs exempted from park entrance fee) |
| All
prices are in Australian Dollars (includes 10% GST) prices
per person |
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| Child
Policy |
Children
0-7 unable to travel, Children 8 -12 years |
Discounts
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Specials:
Book a tour from this site
and receive a 5% earlybird discount |
| Date
Departs |
Alice
Springs Wed
- 0630am.
All
year
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| Duration: |
13 |
| Tour
Finishes |
Sydney
- Drop
off at three central locations only. |
| Max
People |
24 |
| Vehicle |
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Toyota
Coaster mini-bus - (max 22 seats) or Mitsubishi
Rosa mini-bus (max 24 seats) - front facing air-conditioned
vehicle.
We
use our coaches in locations where there are large driving
distances on sealed roads as the larger vehicles provide
greater comfort. In all other circumstances, we focus
on providing a small group experience with an average
maximum group size of 16.
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| Accommodation |
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Permanent
Campsites - have permanently
erected tents (multi-share), permanent cooking facilities
and purpose-built fire pits, screened eating areas, share
showers and toilets. |
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Hostel
Accommodation - Dorm share rooms with shared
facilities on Day 3 in Darwin. |
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| Suitability |
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Maximum
Walks: Hikes
up to 6-8kms per day. A reasonable level of fitness
is required as there will be some walking to view places
of interest. |
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| What
to Bring |
Sturdy
walking shoes (ankle high), hat & sunscreen, towel & toiletries,
swimming gear, warm clothing in winter, water bottle, torch,
insect repellent, camera & film, pillow, sleeping bag (can be
hired for $15), money for some meals, 15K Luggage Limit. |
| What's
Included |
Experienced
guides, meals as indicated, 10 nights hostel dorm accommodation,
bed linen (or upgrade to double) & 2 nights camping (sleeping
bag required for camping, may be hired for $15). All National
Park Entry fees (excluding Uluru National Park $25). Entry to
Otway Fly Tree Top Walk and Opal Mine tour. This is a of multiple
tour package so you may travel with a different guide and passengers
during each section. |
| Trip
Highlights |
Canberra,
Jindabyne, Snowy River High Country, Mt Kosciuszko, Ninety Mile
Beach, Wilsons Promontory, Grampians National Park, MacKenzie
Falls, Warrnambool, Great Ocean Road, Twelve Apostles, Port
Campbell, Bells Beach, Flinders Ranges, Parachilna, Wilpena
Pound, Coober Pedy, Uluru, Kata Tjuta, Kings Canyon, Aboriginal
Culture |
| Conditions |
General
Information and conditions of travel |
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Itinerary
Day 1
:: Alice Springs to Kings Canyon & Uluru
Journey deep into the remote 'Red Centre'as we head towards
Kings Canyon. There's a lot to explore here and we check out
the Amphitheatre, Lost City, the lush and ancient Garden of
Eden and the sheer outcrops of the North and South Walls. After
a bite to eat, we'll pass Mt Connor and Curtin Springs cattle
station on the way to Uluru. Tonight, you'll be glad to curl
up in your swag (Aussie bedroll) after dinner as millions of
stars fill the sky. (LD)
Day 2
:: Uluru and Kata Tjuta
Sunrise over UIuru is magical! It's an early start to catch
it. While the morning's fresh (and your legs are too!) take
a walk around Uluru's base or climb to the top if you choose
'however, the Anangu traditional owners prefer if you don't.
Gain a further insight into the land, its stories and the people
who inhabit it at the Cultural Centre, where you'll also have
the opportunity to invest in original arts and crafts by Indigenous
artists. After refuelling with some lunch, we head to fascinating
Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) to discover the secrets of this ancient
landform during a hike through the Valley of the Winds. A glass
of Australian sparkling wine is perfect while the desert sun
sets over Uluru. Dinner is a traditional camp oven cookup back
at our permanent camp. (BLD)
Day 3
:: Uluru to Coober Pedy
We get away early this morning as we cross the Northern Territory/South
Australian border on the way to Coober Pedy. Time to go underground!
Learn about this unique place with a mine tour, including an
opal cutting demonstration. If we've got time, try your luck
at 'noodling'for opals yourself! Tonight we sleep in an underground
bunkhouse. (BLD)
Day 4
:: Coober Pedy to Rawnsley Park
Today we keep heading south along the Stuart Highway, travelling
past the 'rocket-launching'town Woomera on the way to lunch
at Port Augusta. We reach Rawnsley Park, a sheep station set
against the spectacular range of Wilpena Pound in the late afternoon
and spend the night here in bunkhouse accommodation. (BLD)
Day 5
:: Wilpena Pound to Parachilna
Challenge yourself this morning as we get an early start to
tackle Mount Ohlssen-Bagge, where sweeping views of Wilpena
Pound, the Flinders Ranges, the desert and Lake Torrens will
be spread out before you. You'll be ready for some lunch before
we drive through the stunning Parachilna Gorge (weather permitting)
on our way to Parachilna. Get ready for tonight's BBQ dinner
'it doesn't get more Aussie than this! We stay in dorm accommodation
in Parachilna. (BLD)
Day 6
:: Parachilna to Adelaide
Check out some interesting Aboriginal rock art this morning
with a short walk to Yourambulla Caves, before lunch in the
quaint historic railway town, Quorn. Ruggedly beautiful Alligator
Gorge, renowned for its distinct flora and fauna, is a great
place to stretch your legs on an interpretive walk (seasonal).
From here, our journey continues through the picturesque Clare
Valley before arriving in Adelaide. (BL)
Day 7
:: Adelaide
A FREE DAY in Adelaide to relax. Overnight dorm accommodation
included.
(Meals at own expense)
Day 8
:: Adelaide to Grampians NP
Travelling through the picturesque Adelaide Hills, we cross
Australia's king of rivers, the mighty Murray, and pass through
some little South Australian country towns on our way to the
Grampians National Park. Get your legs working this afternoon
with hikes at Hollow Mountain and the amazing MacKenzie Falls.
We'll be rewarded with breathtaking sunset views from The Balconies
and Reeds Lookout before we settle in at our overnight Grampians
accommodation. (D)
Day 9
:: Grampians NP to Princetown
Hiking to the Pinnacle is a challenge, but on the way you'll
experience breathtaking views of the national park. Next we
head south to the coast and Warrnambool, where you'll have the
chance to spot whales (seasonal). There's a lot to explore along
the famous Great Ocean Road, renowned for its beauty. Discover
the Bay of Islands, Bay of Martyrs, London Bridge and Lock Ard
Gorge before sunset over the Twelve Apostles 'gorgeous! Stay
overnight in the coastal township of Princetown. (BD)
Day 10
:: Princetown to Melbourne
Climb down the Gibson Steps to the beach to get a different
angle of the Twelve Apostles, and then we'll spend some time
at the Otway Fly, a 25 metre high elevated tree top walk. Continuing
on, we pass through the magnificent cool temperate rainforests
of the Otway National Park. We'll stop for lunch (own expense)
at the coastal town of Apollo Bay. Hugging the coastline, we
pass through Lorne, before our next stop where we'll search
for koalas. We'll check out the world famous Bells Beach before
taking a shopping break at the surfing town Torquay, home of
surf labels Quiksilver and Rip Curl. With some bargains in your
bags, we make our way into Melbourne and arrive in the early
evening. Overnight dorm accommodation included.
(B)
Day 11
:: Melbourne to Lakes Entrance via Wilsons Promontory NP
Our adventure starts early, travelling southeast of Melbourne
through pastoral South Gippsland to Wilsons Promontory National
Park. Walk along gleaming beaches, watch the ocean pound onto
the southernmost point of the mainland, hike along amazing granite
rock formations and learn about coastal flora and native wildlife.
You might even see emus and wombats! In the afternoon we travel
to the coastal town of Lakes Entrance. Here, we're at the Gateway
to the Gippsland Lakes and Australia's longest beach 'Ninety
Mile Beach. (D)
Day 12
:: Lakes Entrance to Snowy River Country
This morning we begin our journey into Snowy River Country,
taking a break to fly down the 'zip wire'(optional activity
at own expense). It's a spectacular drive along Barry Way, crossing
the state border into NSW and high into the Australian Alps
(seasonal Nov-May). Hiking along an alpine track (2.5 hour roundtrip)
rewards you with stunning views of the glacial 'Blue Lake'and
the top of Mt Kosciuszko (Australia's highest point). During
winter, we've got time to play in the snow at the ski resort
of Perisher/Smiggins (optional toboggan hire or snow tube at
own expense). Tonight you'll enjoy dinner and overnight accommodation
at Lake Jindabyne. Kick back and relax with a sauna, swim or
a drink at the bar. (BD)
Day 13
:: Jindabyne to Sydney via Canberra
If you're up early there's time for trout fishing in the lake
or you could even go water skiing or wake boarding (all at own
expense and seasonal). Leaving Jindabyne, we pass through Cooma.
Next stop is Canberra, Australia's capital city. We'll check
out Parliament House and other city highlights before travelling
back to Sydney. (B) |
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1 + 2 Alice Springs to Adelaide and then onto Melbourne
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3 - Melbourne to Sydney |
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Tours Australia are an award winning company specialising
in active, small group safaris for the adventurous traveller.
- We
offer an extensive range of tours exploring the highlights
and hidden delights of the Northern Territory, South Australia,
Tasmania, Western Australia and Tropical North Queensland.
- Our
tours are nature-based with the emphasis on the unique scenery,
wildlife and Aboriginal culture of each area and they cater
for everyone from the fit and adventurous who want to get
off the beaten track to those who prefer the sound of ‘soft
adventure’ and more comfortable facilities!
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| Note:
Luggage |
Personal
luggage 15kgs: Is limited to an overnight bag of max
15kgs and a day pack. |
| National
Parks |
Some
activities within Australia's National parks are dependant
on the weather and observance of cultural traditions,
therefore itineraries are subject to change. |
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Please note that all itineraries are a guideline only
and are subject to change.
* Safaris must be reconfirmed by 4pm the day before travel
with the tour operator only. |
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