Top End & Ancient Kimberly - WSBB
Premier Escorted Touring in Australia
Highlights:
Discover Windjana Gorge, in the Kimberley Explore Zebedee Springs, El Questro Station Visit Wyndham and Five Rivers Lookout Enjoy dinner while cruising Katherine Gorge Take a guided tour of Lirrgarn Argyle Diamond Mine Cruise through ancient Geikie Gorge Cruise the Ord River to see local wildlife
Price Includes
Sightseeing as specified Luxury air-conditioned motorcoach with reclining seats, restroom and panoramic windows 10 nights accommodation 19 meals: 10 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 8 dinners (D) (with meal plan)
Note: Itinerary effective 1 Apr 2009.
Day 1: Arrive Darwin
Be welcomed on arrival to Darwin. Tour the city, with a visit to the lush Botanic Gardens and Fannie Bay. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner. Overnight: Darwin, Novotel Atrium Hotel (D)
Day 2: Adelaide River & Katherine Gorge Dinner Cruise
Adelaide River was the headquarters of a large army base during World War II. Today we travel to Adelaide River to pay our respects at Australia's only War Cemetery. Then we head into Nitmiluk National Park for a dinner cruise along Katherine Gorge with commentary along the way. Continue to Katherine. Overnight: Katherine, Knotts Crossing Resort (B,D)
Day 3: Ord River Wildlife Cruise, Lake Argyle & Kununurra
Cross the border into Western Australia and enter the Kimberley region. At Lake Argyle, cruise along the Ord River through Carlton Gorge, considered to be one of the best cruises in Australia. Overnight: Kununurra, Country Club Hotel for 2 nights (B,D)
Day 4: Kununurra Tour
The Kimberley consists of just three towns with a population of around 2,000 people. Kununurra, one of these towns, is known as "Big Water" by the local Aboriginal community. Join a guided tour of the town and discover the history of this isolated municipality. The afternoon is at leisure.(B)
Day 5: Wyndham, El Questro Station
Travel to Wyndham, Western Australia's most northerly port. Enjoy breathtaking 360° views from Five Rivers Lookout. Travel to the heart of the Kimberley and visit El Questro, a working cattle station. Overnight: El Questro, Emma Gorge Resort for 2 nights (B,D)
Day 6: El Questro, Freedom of Choice Touring
Today, you choose your activity and we'll include it! Perhaps join the History and Bush Tucker tour, or cruise Chamberlain Gorge or enjoy a picnic hamper. Then journey to Zebedee Springs to soak in the hot natural pools and later, the energetic may walk to Emma Gorge to view the stunning waterfall. Take the opportunity tonight to relax and watch the sun set (B,D)
Day 7: Lirrgarn Argyle Diamond Mine
Tour the Argyle Diamond Mine, responsible for one-third of the world's supply. Marvel at the rare pink diamonds on display. Continue onto Halls Creek, just north of the arid Great Sandy Desert. Overnight: Halls Creek, Kimberley Hotel (B,L,D) Day 8: Geikie Gorge Cruise Cruise the mighty Fitzroy River between the two-tone cliffs of Geikie Gorge, formed by the waters of the river tunneling through the Napier Range. Explore the area with a local ranger and watch for the freshwater crocodiles and birdlife. Overnight: Fitzroy Crossing, Fitzroy River Lodge (B,D)
Day 9: Windjana Gorge-Broome
View ancient marine fossils in the limestone walls of Windjana Gorge, which was part of a coral reef during the Devonian Age. This area is an important world geology site and a great freshwater crocodile spotting location. In Broome, enjoy the evening to relax at the resort, with Cable Beach at your doorstep, known for its spectacular sunsets and azure waters. Overnight: Broome, Cable Beach Club Resort for 2 nights (B)
Day 10: Broome, Freedom of Choice Touring, Ocean Sunset & Dine Around Dinner
Today have the opportunity to explore Broome. Choose between a hovercraft flight over the Roebuck Bay mudflats, a tour of the Pearl Lugger museum or a popular camel ride on Cable Beach. Enjoy the sunset over magnificent Cable Beach with your friends before a delicious Dine Around Dinner, where you choose the restaurant and we'll include it. (B,D)
Day 11: Depart Broome
Enjoy a leisurely morning before your transfer to the airport to connect with flight. (B) where the tour concludes.
Departure Dates (Apr-Oct)
2009: Apr 30; May 7, 14; Jun 11, 18, 25; Jul 9, 23, 30; Aug 6, 20; Sep 3, 10; Oct 8
Tour also operates in reverse:
2009: Apr 11, 25; May 23; Jun 6, 13, 20; Jul 25; Aug 1, 8, 29; Sep 26; Oct 10
EXTEND YOUR VACATION with the Last Frontier - Darwin to Perth 20-Day adventure!
Continue aboard this tour as it travels south to Perth. See the vivid red gorges of Karijini National Park, cruise Ningaloo Reef and see the World-heritage listed region of Shark Bay and the dolphins of Monkey Mia. Enquire for itinerary and fares.
Tour Code: WSDP
Highlights:
Price Includes
Note: Itinerary effective 1 Apr 2009.
Day 1: Arrive Darwin
Be welcomed on arrival to Darwin. Tour the city, with a visit to the lush Botanic Gardens and Fannie Bay. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner. Overnight: Darwin, Novotel Atrium Hotel (D)
Day 2: Adelaide River & Katherine Gorge Dinner Cruise
Adelaide River was the headquarters of a large army base during World War II. Today we travel to Adelaide River to pay our respects at Australia's only War Cemetery. Then we head into Nitmiluk National Park for a dinner cruise along Katherine Gorge with commentary along the way. Continue to Katherine. Overnight: Katherine, Knotts Crossing Resort (B,D)
Day 3: Ord River Wildlife Cruise, Lake Argyle & Kununurra
Cross the border into Western Australia and enter the Kimberley region. At Lake Argyle, cruise along the Ord River through Carlton Gorge, considered to be one of the best cruises in Australia. Overnight: Kununurra, Country Club Hotel for 2 nights (B,D)
Day 4: Kununurra Tour
The Kimberley consists of just three towns with a population of around 2,000 people. Kununurra, one of these towns, is known as "Big Water" by the local Aboriginal community. Join a guided tour of the town and discover the history of this isolated municipality. The afternoon is at leisure.(B)
Day 5: Wyndham, El Questro Station
Travel to Wyndham, Western Australia's most northerly port. Enjoy breathtaking 360° views from Five Rivers Lookout. Travel to the heart of the Kimberley and visit El Questro, a working cattle station. Overnight: El Questro, Emma Gorge Resort for 2 nights (B,D)
Day 6: El Questro, Freedom of Choice Touring
Today, you choose your activity and we'll include it! Perhaps join the History and Bush Tucker tour, or cruise Chamberlain Gorge or enjoy a picnic hamper. Then journey to Zebedee Springs to soak in the hot natural pools and later, the energetic may walk to Emma Gorge to view the stunning waterfall. Take the opportunity tonight to relax and watch the sun set (B,D)
Day 7: Lirrgarn Argyle Diamond Mine
Tour the Argyle Diamond Mine, responsible for one-third of the world's supply. Marvel at the rare pink diamonds on display. Continue onto Halls Creek, just north of the arid Great Sandy Desert. Overnight: Halls Creek, Kimberley Hotel (B,L,D) Day 8: Geikie Gorge Cruise Cruise the mighty Fitzroy River between the two-tone cliffs of Geikie Gorge, formed by the waters of the river tunneling through the Napier Range. Explore the area with a local ranger and watch for the freshwater crocodiles and birdlife. Overnight: Fitzroy Crossing, Fitzroy River Lodge (B,D)
Day 9: Windjana Gorge-Broome
View ancient marine fossils in the limestone walls of Windjana Gorge, which was part of a coral reef during the Devonian Age. This area is an important world geology site and a great freshwater crocodile spotting location. In Broome, enjoy the evening to relax at the resort, with Cable Beach at your doorstep, known for its spectacular sunsets and azure waters. Overnight: Broome, Cable Beach Club Resort for 2 nights (B)
Day 10: Broome, Freedom of Choice Touring, Ocean Sunset & Dine Around Dinner
Today have the opportunity to explore Broome. Choose between a hovercraft flight over the Roebuck Bay mudflats, a tour of the Pearl Lugger museum or a popular camel ride on Cable Beach. Enjoy the sunset over magnificent Cable Beach with your friends before a delicious Dine Around Dinner, where you choose the restaurant and we'll include it. (B,D)
Day 11: Depart Broome
Enjoy a leisurely morning before your transfer to the airport to connect with flight. (B) where the tour concludes.
Departure Dates (Apr-Oct)
2009: Apr 30; May 7, 14; Jun 11, 18, 25; Jul 9, 23, 30; Aug 6, 20; Sep 3, 10; Oct 8
Tour also operates in reverse:
2009: Apr 11, 25; May 23; Jun 6, 13, 20; Jul 25; Aug 1, 8, 29; Sep 26; Oct 10
EXTEND YOUR VACATION with the Last Frontier - Darwin to Perth 20-Day adventure!
Continue aboard this tour as it travels south to Perth. See the vivid red gorges of Karijini National Park, cruise Ningaloo Reef and see the World-heritage listed region of Shark Bay and the dolphins of Monkey Mia. Enquire for itinerary and fares.
Tour Code: WSDP
Call (773) 956-9392 for more information or to book today! Mention code 8158666
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- Offer valid through 12/31/2009
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- Note: Flights not included. Itinerary valid until 31 Mar 2010. Please inquire for departure dates and itinerary details beyond this date. Flights not included. All prices, itineraries and routings are subject to change.
