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Great Southern Aircruise - 12 Day
Highlights
• Enjoy a scenic Swan River Cruise in Perth
• Sip vintage wines in the Margaret River region
• Tour an opal mine in Coober Pedy
• Sleep underground in the Desert Cave Hotel
• Experience the Great Australian Bight from 1400ft.
• Explore the untouched beauty of Kangaroo Island
Day 1 - Sydney / Broken Hill / Coober Pedy
Depart Sydney this morning for western NSW, landing at Broken Hill. Re-board for a flight to Coober Pedy, world renowned for its opals. Sleep underground tonight at the Desert Cave Hotel. Accommodation: Desert Cave Hotel or similar.
Day 2 - Coober Pedy / Kalgoorlie / Perth
This morning’s flight crosses the Great Victoria Desert and the arid Nullarbor Plain. Land at Kalgoorlie and learn the history of this gold mining town. Late afternoon our private aircraft awaits to take us to Perth.
Accommodation: Hyatt Regency Perth or similar.
Day 3 - Perth
This city’s charm is revealed in a tour of Kings Park and Gardens. After lunch enjoy an afternoon cruise from Perth to Fremantle.
Accommodation: Hyatt Regency or similar
Day 4 - Perth / Cape Naturaliste
Your private aircraft takes you to the Margaret River region. En route enjoy views of Geographe Bay and the stunning south-west Australian coastline. Explore the picturesque southern corner of Western Australia including Cape Naturaliste.
Accommodation: Quay West Resort Bunker Bay or similar.
Day 5 - Margaret River
Today explore the acclaimed Margaret River region, including a picturesque coastal drive through Yallingup and Canal Rock. A visit to Margaret River wouldn’t be complete without visiting some of the region’s world renowned wineries.
Accommodation: Quay West Bunker Bay or similar.
Day 6 - Margaret River / Augusta / Pemberton
Journey by road and discover the true beauty of Western Australia's south-west corner. From the Margaret River region head south to Augusta, where the Indian and Southern Oceans meet. Continue the breathtaking drive through the majestic Karri Forests of the Gloucester National Park. Arrive at the Karri Valley Resort, a perfect location to explore this spectacular region.
Accommodation: Karri Valley Resort.
Day 7 - D'Entrecasteaux National Park
Today enjoy a relaxed cruise from the Karri to the coast. Drive to the beautiful D'Entrecasteaux National Park and cruise the Donnelley River meandering along the 12 km section. Travel from the lush Jarrah and Karri forests, through the paperbark and wetlands, to the limestone cliffs and majestic Southern Ocean.
Accommodation: Karri Valley Resort.
Day 8 - Pemberton / Albany / Esperance
Board our private aircraft which awaits to transport you to the historic whaling port of Albany. During this fascinating visit learn the history of the whaling industry up to its closure in 1978. The journey continues by private aircraft to the seaside port of Esperance.
Accommodation: Hospitality Inn Esperance.
Day 9 - Esperance / The Great Australian Bight
Explore Esperance, renowned for its endless white sandy beaches and cruise the Recherche Archipelago, home of the endangered New Zealand fur seal and the Australian sea lion. Flightseeing this afternoon follows the contours of the Great Australian Bight and its sheer cliff faces that drop to the pounding surf below; an unforgettable sight that will leave you breathless. Landing this afternoon at Port Lincoln.
Accommodation: Port Lincoln Hotel.
Day 10 - Port Lincoln / Kangaroo Island
This morning explore the largest commercial centre in the region dubbed the ‘seafood capital’ of Australia - Port Lincoln. Learn of the lucrative Tuna fishing industy which is one of the most profitable export industries in the area. Board the aircraft for a short flight to Kangaroo Island.
Accommodation: Ozone Hotel or similar.
Day 11 - Kangaroo Island / Wildlife / Sea Lions
One of Australia's largest nature reserves, Kangaroo Island is renowned for its wildlife. Visit Seal Bay and walk among the breeding colony of sea lions sleeping on the beach.
Accommodation: Ozone Hotel or similar.
Day 12 - Kangaroo Island / Beechworth / Sydney
Leaving Kangaroo Island we are headed for Victoria’s high country. Transfer to the historic township of Beechworth. A local historian will guide us through the historic district including the courthouse where Ned Kelly was tried and convicted and then transported to Melbourne for execution. Reboarding the aircraft this afternoon for the final leg of this memorable journey.
2011 Departure Schedule
Tour Code
WW001
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Departs: Sydney
21 September
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Returns: Sydney
02 October
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Please enquire about our Early Bird Fares - Save $1000 per person* if you book and pay in full by 15th of November, 2010. This offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other. The offer is based on per person twin share.
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