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AFTA NATIONAL TRAVEL INDUSTRY AWARDS
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‘Hall of Fame 2009’ www.aatkings.com.au
Your holiday.
Our passion.
At AAT Kings, everything we do is about
bringing your holiday to life – from the
big picture to the finest details, we’re
passionate about taking you on a journey
that shares the spirit of the great outdoors.
AAT Kings. 85 years on and still going strong.
KATherine gorge
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Contents
4-5 The AAT Kings difference
6 About the Kimberley, Top End and Red Centre
7 Accommodation, dining and transportation
8-9 Included sightseeing and free time
10 Ways to save
GUIDED TOURS – Camping
Camping tours are about getting back to basics to
stretch the budget, without sacrificing quality. Sleep
in spacious, modern twin-share tents in well-equipped
campgrounds. It’s a unique way to experience Australia.
Your luxury coach and a dedicated crew of Tour
Director, Driver and Private cook will get you there.
12-13 12 day Kimberley Explorer (CBDD)
14-15 12 day Kimberley Highlights (CDBB)
16-17 10 day Outback & Kimberley (CUB/CBU)
18-19 19 day Nor’ West Adventure (CUBD/CADD)
20-21 19 day Top End Western Experience (CDBU/CDAA)
22 Stay a little longer
Day tours
Half and full Day tours are an easy way to explore
Australia’s cities, icons and regions. Itineraries include
all the ‘must-do’ sightseeing as well as some unique
and unexpected experiences. Enjoy the benefit of
luxury coach travel and the services of our informative
and entertaining Driver guides.
22 Day tours from the Top End and Red Centre
22 The Ghan option
23 Booking Conditions
For more detailed descriptions on the ways to travel with
AAT Kings visit aatkings.com.au/au/tours
RESpONSIblE TRAvEl
AAT Kings is doing its part to protect the environment as a
founding contributor to the non-profit Travel Corporation
Conservation Foundation. See page 23 for more details.
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windjAnA gorge
The AAT Kings’ difference.
People come from all over the world to explore
the Kimberley, Top End and Red Centre with us.
It’s easy to understand why…
Something special happens out there. than doing a similar trip on your own,
There’s nothing like the thrill of new we arrange discounts and deals for you
before you go and along the way. You’ll
experiences to bind people together. There’s
know exactly what you get for your
just something special about being away in
money, so you can plan your trip to match
amazing new locations that lift people to
your budget before you go. The only
new levels, allowing them to discover new surprises you’ll find are our ‘Hidden Gems’,
talents and make new friends for life. a range of special ‘off-the-itinerary’ stops
Travel with AAT Kings and you’ll join others and experiences.
from around the world who share a love
of travel. We welcome everyone – couples, Not a care in the world.
friends and solo travellers. We’ve taken care of everything. There is no
detailed planning required, no getting lost
More extras for less. and no wasting time. We do the hard work
Our tours are packed with inclusions. for you so you can get on with having a
To make sure you get even more value great time.
Real flexibility and freedom. Guaranteed to go.
Free time. Me time. Whatever you want to We offer ‘Guaranteed Departures’ on our
call it, there’s plenty of scope to take time most popular tours. These are the trips that
for yourself and explore. Shop, try a local are definitely departing and are highlighted
Go beyond the guidebook.
restaurant, relax or choose one of our in blue in the dates section on each tour The best coaches and itineraries
optional activities – it’s completely up to you. itinerary page. You can also check tours are one thing, but running a
And there’s different ways you can travel online at aatkings.com.au, where you’ll find professional tour is another. That’s
with us too. Visit aatkings.com.au for a updates on guaranteed departure dates. where our staff excel. Their skills,
great choice of holiday styles. knowledge and sense of fun will
Enjoy the view.
bring your experience alive.
Still exploring, 85 years on. Forget flat tyres and wrestling with a
The AAT Kings spirit is stronger than road map. Our Mercedes Benz and Scania every one of our Tour directors
ever. We’re a multi-award-winning, family coaches are uncompromising when it and drivers is highly experienced,
owned company that places the highest comes to safety and comfort. Read more having passed a strict selection
value on quality and service. We’re also a about our vehicles on page 7. And you can and training process. Add to that
bonded global member of Tour Operator rest assured knowing that when you travel the support of local expert guides
Associations, with a worldwide reputation by coach, you’ll produce far less carbon and you’ll get the kind of insider
for reliability. It all adds up to complete emissions than planes, cars or trains. knowledge and personal insights
peace of mind when you book with us. Learn more at aatkings.com.au/au/ you won’t find in a guidebook.
responsibletravel
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nourlAngie roCK, KAKAdu nATionAl pArK
The great outdoors.
The Kimberley, Top End and Red Centre.
with a range of innovative itineraries Travel to the Top End and visit the World
we cover the best of the Kimberley, Heritage listed Kakadu National Park KATA TjuÚA (The olgAS)
Top end and red Centre. we can’t wait where you’ll find spectacular escarpments,
to show you these destinations we love ancient Aboriginal rock art and wetlands
– AAT Kings style! read on to create abundant with wildlife.
an experience uniquely your own.
Explore the Red Centre and iconic Uluõu.
Watch an Uluõu sunset, dine under the
Get back to nature in stars and really appreciate the serenity
Australia’s outback of the outback. Wander through the
Feel the beating heart of the outback ancient Kata Tjuúa domes and climb to
and experience the best of the Kimberley, the rim of Kings Canyon for breathtaking
Top End and Red Centre on an AAT Kings views of the desert landscape.
Camping tour. From the moment you
step outside your tent and into the With AAT Kings, experience the outback
glorious outback dawn your days will in authentic Australian style. Unwind at
be filled with adventure, excitement the end of an adventure-packed day with
and unforgettable experiences. cup of tea around the campfire and sleep
peacefully under the starry Australian sky.
Marvel at the wonder of the Kimberley
wilderness, its exquisite coastline and
vast rugged terrain. Cruise the stunning Learn more about the places we travel to
gorges, rivers and lakes that make this
at aatkings.com.au/au/destinations geiKie gorge
part of the world so exhilarating.
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places
you’ll stay. el queSTro wilderneSS pArK
Whatever the tour, your accommodation
has passed the AAT Kings’ test.
dine with us
and Travelodge. Our hotels have been over half your meals are included
selected for their comfort, accessible on our tours, like all breakfasts
locations and excellent facilities. Comfort and many dinners and lunches.
means a clean room with a soft bed and
an en suite bathroom. Your Private cook will prepare delicious
hearty meals for you everyday.
It’s a place for you to relax in at the end Enjoy breakfast daily as well as most
of a busy day’s sightseeing. There are lunches and dinners, including a
facilities you’ll appreciate like a bar, often friendly get together at Happy Hour.
a pool and guest laundry. We give you
maximum flexibility on share types, so There are some meals we intentionally
eASy-To-ASSemble SAfAri TenT don’t include. We give you the flexibility
you can travel solo, or on many tours,
share with a fellow traveller (we offer for some lunches and dinners to explore
On an AAT Kings Camping tour you’ll rest a tent and room matching service for in your free time and try all kinds of
easy in spacious, modern twin share tents travellers of the same gender). new tastes. Meet some of the locals,
in well-equipped campgrounds. or treat yourself to an intimate dinner
When staying in Darwin or Broome For more information visit
for two. Your Tour Director is ready to
during your tour you’ll stay in centrally provide recommendations so you can
aatkings.com.au/au/accommodation
located hotels with brands like Mercure sample the best of Australia’s renowned
regional produce and unique foods.
getting
you there.
Our air-conditioned Mercedes
Benz and Scania coaches are
the newest in Australia. The
luxury, modern vehicles feature
onboard comforts like reclining
seats with seatbelts, panoramic
windows, restrooms and two-door
access. On Camping tours your vehicle
also comes with a trailer to hold all our
camping and cooking equipment. Chat,
sit back and relax or listen to your Tour
Director tell you about the places you are
visiting as your driver takes you there.
For more information visit
aatkings.com.au/au/transport
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The must-see sights are all included.
Every day of every AAT Kings tour brings
you a new destination highlight that is
included in the price of your tour.
Included Highlights are the things you can’t wait to see, like Uluõu at sunrise, magnificent
Kakadu National Park and Broome’s Cable Beach. Wherever you are, we include highlights
like trips to famous icons, city orientation tours, visits to historical areas and National Parks.
Plus our Tour Directors love to share their local knowledge with you during your journey.
To find out more about what is included on your
tour look for the ‘Included Highlights’ Emma Gorge, El Questro
section on each tour page.
Here are just some of our Included Highlights
Katherine Gorge Cruise Crocodile spotting
See sunrise and sunset at Uluru (Ayers Rock) Hidden Valley Cable Beach, Broome
KingS CAnyon rim wAlK
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Gantheaume Point
bungle bungle rAnge
experience more in your free time.
As well as all the Included Highlights on our tours, you will have plenty of free time
to do your own thing. Spend more time exploring one of your new favourite sights,
or just take it easy and relax in your new surrounds.
You can make the most of your free time and customise your experience with our
Optional Activities. They help turn an already great trip into an unforgettable one.
Kakadu National Park We’ve handpicked them because they are the things our past AAT Kings’ travellers
have done and loved. Best of all, we have negotiated great prices and can organise
them all for you whilst on tour.
Read your tour itinerary for a taste of what’s available, or get a full list on the tour
pages online at aatkings.com.au/au/optionalactivities
Lake Argyle
Sounds of Silence dinner, uluõu (Ayers rock) lirrgarn Argyle diamond mine, the Kimberley
Cable beach Camel ride, broome hot Air ballooning, Alice Springs
Scenic helicopter flight, Kings Canyon Chamberlain gorge Cruise, el questro
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Ways to SAvE
SAVE when you book & pay early
if you book and pay in full 12
Save 10%* months before your tour departs
Frequent traveller discount
The Kings Club is an exclusive mem
if you book and pay in full 10 bership for
Save 7.5%* months before your tour departs
those who have previously travelled
within the last
5 years with our family of compan
ies including
AAT Kings, Trafalgar, Contiki Holi
if you book and pay in full 6 days, Insight
Save 5%* months before your tour departs
Vacations or Uniworld.
Membership into The Kings Club
is complimentary
and gives you one annual 5% disc
Check the individual tour pages to find out the early payment ount voucher to
be used against your next AAT King
discount that applies to your selected tour. s Guided tour
booking. For full membership cond
For our latest deals visit aatkings.com.au/au/deals itions check
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SAVE when you travel in a group AAT Kings bonuses
Save when you have a group of people travelling together on the same Complimentary airport transfers –
tour, when booking at the same time, with the same travel agent. AAT Kings offers a hotel or airport transfer
at the start and end of your tour, in the
5-15 pEOplE. Everyone saves 5%*
city your tour commences or finishes,
16 pEOplE. One traveller in the group goes FREE* or in conjunction with pre or post tour
SHARE WITH 3 pEOplE. Save 5%* on the twin share price when you accommodation booked with AAT Kings.
book a triple room. Complimentary travel pack – all AAT Kings
We can also tailor an itinerary just for you and your group. travellers receive a smart travel wallet,
For specialised group bookings (17 people or more), call us on luggage tags and an informative guide book.
1300 303 337 for information or enquire at groups@aatkings.com.au Plus on tour, we’ll give you a map of Australia
as a memento of your holiday.
More ways to SAVE Our guarantees
book two tours or more* – book two or more tours and save. best value guarantee – if you find a lower
Tours of 14 days or more – save $75* priced tour of the same quality and duration,
Tours of 8-13 days – save $45* with the same inclusions as an AAT Kings
Tours of 5-7 days – save $25* tour, we’ll refund the difference in price
when you book your AAT Kings holiday.
Solo travellers* – for a small supplement, you can book your own
single room/tent. Or we can share you with another non-smoking Guaranteed Departures – we are always
traveller (same gender) for no extra cost. updating tours online to a Guaranteed status.
This means you can confidently book ahead
Young travellers* – children 6-15 years of age receive a discount when
and take advantage of airlines' early booking
sharing with an adult in the same room/tent.
deals and AAT Kings Early Payment discounts.
Concession card holders* – Pensioners (Australia or New Zealand), Check the individual tour pages online at
and Seniors Card holders (Australia) save with our concession discounts. aatkings.com.au for the most up-to-date
Add a Day tour* – save 10% on the cost of any AAT Kings Day tour when information on Guaranteed Departures.
you purchase one or more day tour at the same time as your Camping tour.
See individual tour pages for the value of how much you will save for
Young traveller, Kings Club and Triple share.
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OUT MORE
*Conditions: 1. All the discounts on this page apply to AAT Kings operated, Guided tours of 5 days or more Head to aatk
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(Premium, Cost Saver, Explorer and Camping tours). 2. Discounts apply to the land component of the tour to find detaile
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operated tours). 3. Check aatkings.com.au/au/deals for a comprehensive list of which deals are combinable. ore. Plus you
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4. Young traveller discount – traveller must be 6-15 years of age at the time of travel, accompanied by an adult and r eNewsletter
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sharing a twin room. Only one young traveller discount per room. 5. Kings Club - this discount is applied to all our latest deals
subsequent tour bookings (once the initial tour has been taken). Only one discount is available per person, per competitions ,
& news.
year and only one discount can be redeemed against each further tour booking. 6. Triple share discounts – available
when three passengers share a twin or double room with an extra bed (foldaway, sofabed or rollaway). Not available
on Camping tours. 7. Two tours or more discount – tours must be booked at the same time and is applicable to the
tour with the shortest duration.
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Camping
tours.
Australia under the stars
Stunning wilderness
campsites
Spacious custom-
designed tents
included ‘essentials Kit’
just for you
experienced Tour
director, driver and
private cook Camping AAT Kings style means:
Sleeping in modern and spacious
luxury air-conditioned twin share tents, complete with
coaches ventilation windows and mosquito
netting. you don’t need any
experience to assemble them –
they’re up and down in a minute.
established campgrounds provide
all the modern facilities you require.
Dining in the fully-decked coach
kitchen, your private cook prepares
tasty dishes with breakfasts and
picnic lunches and 2-course dinners
daily. Camping meal times bring
everyone together and it’s fun to
pitch in and help.
Travelling in air-conditioned
luxury coaches, with 3 dedicated
crew: your Tour director, driver
and private cook.
Your AAT Kings ‘Essentials Kit’
we’ve thought of everything you
need. in this kit you’ll find a sleeping
bag, travel utensils (plate,
bowl, mug, cup, cutlery),
a teatowel and a torch.
They’re all yours to
keep after your holiday.
Read more at
aatkings.com.au/au/tours
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12 day
Kimberley Explorer
included highlights
• relax in tropical Broome • historic Durack homestead
• •
KAKADU
DARWIN 1
Katherine Gorge
1 NATIONAL PARK
Yellow Water Billabong
Walk through Windjana gorge Wildlife cruise on Lake argyle
KUNUNURRA
Emma Gorge
1 NITMILUK
NATIONAL PARK • gibb river road • cruise on katherine gorge
EL QUESTRO
• •
2
MANNING GORGE
2 Lake gorges of the kimberley explore kakadu national park
• •
WINDJANA GORGE 1 Argyle
1
BROOME 2 Derby Bungle Bungle Range el Questro Wilderness park Yellow Water Billabong
• •
Tunnel Creek
hike into emma gorge ancient aboriginal rock art
1 2 Night Stopovers
• hidden valley national park • see the sights of Darwin
Local touring options
Airfares are not included in tour price
camping holiday inclusions
Transportation Accommodation
• Tour by luxury air-conditioned coach • You will be required to erect your
with 2-door access, restroom, seatbelts, own tent in established campgrounds
reclining seats, panoramic windows and wilderness bush camps; Enjoy a
Professionally Guided comfortable hotel stay on 3 nights
• Tour with an experienced, professional Plus
Tour Director, Tour Driver & Private cook • Complimentary sleeping bag
Dining Inclusions • Complimentary Camping Essentials Kit
• Full Breakfasts (11) B • Travel wallet and map
• Lunches (7) L • Airport transfers (Day 1 from Broome
• Friendly get together at Happy Hour Airport – flights to arrive prior to
pentecost river
• Delicious two course dinners (8) D 12.30pm; Day 12 to Darwin Airport
– flights anytime)
itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Broome abruptly from the surrounding
You will be met on arrival at Broome floodplain, some parts of the walls of
Airport. This evening enjoy a welcome Windjana Gorge are up to 100 metres
drink with your crew and travelling high. Crossing the King Leopold Range,
companions as you watch a breathtaking we continue along the Gibb River Road,
sunset over famous Cable Beach. stopping at beautiful Galvans Gorge and
hotel: Mercure Broome, 2 nights. Manning Gorge (conditions permitting).
Day 2: Broome ‘Free Time’ Bush camp: Manning gorge. B L D
Today is at leisure to explore this tropical Day 5: El Questro Wilderness Park
hideaway. Enjoy a leisurely stroll along Today we journey through some of
the 22 kilometres of pristine sand and the harshest terrain of the Kimberley,
swim in the turquoise blue water that is skirting the Cockburn Range before
Cable Beach. Wander through Chinatown continuing on to El Questro Wilderness
or shop for pearls. Or you may like to Park. Spanning over a million acres,
take a camel ride along Cable Beach. B El Questro Wilderness Park is located on
Day 3: Gibb River Road the eastern perimeter of the Kimberley
Travel north to Derby, situated on and is home to rugged ranges, ancient
the edge of King Sound and visit the gorges and pristine waterfalls. We set
Circular Wharf. Stop to see the Boab up camp near the Pentecost River and
Prison Tree, used by the first police as El Questro Station Township.
an overnight holding cell and Myall Bore camp: el Questro Wilderness park,
before beginning the journey along the 2 nights. B L D
famous Gibb River Road to Windjana Day 6: El Questro ‘Free Time’
Gorge. This afternoon we inspect the Today is free for you to explore
unusual formation at nearby Tunnel El Questro Wilderness Park. Perhaps
Creek, which flows through a water-worn take an optional cruise through
tunnel beneath the limestone of the Chamberlain Gorge, a fresh waterhole
Napier Range (conditions permitting). abounded by tropical vegetation.
Bush camp: Windjana gorge. B L D Ask your Tour Director for details on
Day 4: Kimberley Gorges the many optional activities that are
This morning we take a walk through available at the El Questro Station
katherine gorge cruise
spectacular Windjana Gorge. Rising Township today. B L D
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guiDeD tours – caMping
eMMa gorge, eL Questro
BunGlE BunGlE OPTIOn earLy payment savings
Enjoy a scenic flight over the Bungle
Bungle today. Enquire for details. save $610 up
to
per
couple
See Early Payment savings on page 10 for details
Day 9: nitmiluk national Park
Depart Kununurra and cross the border 12 days from $3040 Per Person
Twin Share
into the Northern Territory. Heading east optional single supplement available on request
we travel via Timber Creek and Victoria
River, traversing large cattle stations to Broome to Darwin (CBDD)
the township of Katherine. Tonight we
set up camp in the tranquil surroundings $3040 $3160
per person twin share per person twin share
of Nitmiluk National Park, home to
spectacular Katherine Gorge. $425 $425
crocoDiLe spotting single supplement option single supplement option
camp: nitmiluk national park. B L D 2011 2012
Start End Start End
Day 7: Emma Gorge Day 10: Kakadu national Park apr 27 May 08 apr 25 May 06
This morning we travel to Emma Gorge We join our local guide on an early Jun 08 Jun 19 Jun 06 Jun 17
morning cruise through spectacular Jul 20 Jul 31 Jul 18 Jul 29
Resort, where there is an opportunity aug 31 sep 11 aug 29 sep 09
to take a guided walk into Emma Gorge. Katherine Gorge, with a chance to
see freshwater crocodiles sunning Note: Prices may vary because of fuel surcharge or
There will be time to swim in the crystal- changes in statutory taxes or charges. See page 23
clear water at the base of the waterfall, themselves on the riverbanks and for details.
before continuing along the Gibb River many species of birds. We stop at n Highlighted dates indicate Guaranteed Departures
Road to the Victoria Highway and on beautiful Edith Falls before travelling Refer to www.aatkings.com.au for additional
to the town of Kununurra, one of the via the gold mining town of Pine Creek Guaranteed Departure dates.
youngest towns in Western Australia into Kakadu National Park.
camp: kakadu national park. B L D Discounts are per person off the above prices
which is the hub of local industry for Young traveller save $305
agriculture, tourism and mining in Day 11: Kakadu – Darwin kings club save $150
the east Kimberley. This morning we join a cruise on the concession card holders save $45
camp: kununurra, 2 nights. B L D famous Yellow Water Billabong. Search See discounts details on page 10. Note: Itinerary &
departure dates may change from 01/04/12.
for saltwater crocodiles and the amazing
range of birdlife for which this region
KImBERlEy OPTIOnS is renowned. At Nourlangie Rock take
Enjoy a Bungle Bungle 4WD a short walk to view ancient Aboriginal
adventure or Lirrgarn Argyle rock art. We stop at the Bowali Visitor
Diamond Mine tour. Please request Centre, before continuing on to Darwin
at time of booking (subject to for an orientation tour on arrival.
minimum numbers). hotel: travelodge Mirambeena resort,
Darwin. B
Day 8: Kununurra Day 12: Depart Darwin
We explore Mirima (Hidden Valley) Your tour concludes today after
National Park and admire the views from breakfast. You will be transferred to
Kelly’s Knob Lookout. See 300 million Darwin Airport to connect with your
year old sandstone cliffs, often referred onward flight. B
to as the ‘mini Bungles’. Visit the historic
Durack Homestead and enjoy a cruise on ThE GhAn
mighty Lake Argyle, Australia’s largest Why not add a journey aboard
man-made lake. Enjoy the majestic The Ghan from Darwin to the end
scenery and see a fantastic array of of this tour? Enquire for details.
wildlife in this unique ecosystem. B D
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12 day
Kimberley Highlights
included Highlights
• see the sights of Darwin • Hidden Valley National Park
• •
KAKADU
DARWIN 1
Katherine Gorge
1 NATIONAL PARK
Yellow Water Billabong
ancient aboriginal rock art Hike into emma gorge
KUNUNURRA
Emma Gorge
1 NITMILUK
NATIONAL PARK • yellow Water billabong cruise • el questro Wilderness Park
EL QUESTRO
• •
2
MANNING GORGE
2 Lake explore Kakadu National Park gorges of the Kimberley
• •
WINDJANA GORGE 1 Argyle
BROOME 2 Derby
1
Bungle Bungle Range Cruise on Katherine gorge gibb River Road
• •
Tunnel Creek
Wildlife cruise on lake argyle Walk through Windjana gorge
1 2 Night Stopovers
• Historic Durack Homestead • Relax in tropical broome
Local touring options
Airfares are not included in tour price
Camping holiday inclusions
transportation Accommodation
• Tour by luxury air-conditioned coach • You will be required to erect your
with 2-door access, restrooms, seatbelts, own tent in established campgrounds
reclining seats, panoramic windows and wilderness bush camps; Enjoy a
Professionally guided comfortable hotel stay on 3 nights
• Tour with an experienced, professional Plus
Tour Director, Tour Driver & Private cook • Complimentary sleeping bag
Dining inclusions • Complimentary Camping Essentials Kit
• Full Breakfasts (11) B • Travel wallet and map
• Lunches (6) L • Airport transfers (Day 1 from Darwin
• Friendly get together at Happy Hour Airport – flights to arrive prior to
el quesTRo loCal guiDe, buDDy
• Delicious two course dinners (8) D 2.00pm; Day 12 to Broome Airport
– flights anytime)
itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Darwin Day 4: Kununurra
On arrival in Darwin you will be transferred Depart Nitmiluk National Park and
to your hotel. This afternoon join a heading west we travel via Timber Creek
city orientation tour of Darwin. Enjoy a and Victoria River. Crossing the border
welcome drink with your Tour Director into Western Australia, we traverse
and travelling companions this evening. large cattle stations to the township
Hotel: Travelodge Mirambeena Resort, of Kununurra.
Darwin. Camp: Kununurra, 2 nights. B L D
Day 2: Kakadu National Park Day 5: Lake Argyle
This morning we travel deep into This morning we explore Mirima
Kakadu National Park. We stop at the (Hidden Valley) National Park and
Bowali Visitor Centre, before continuing admire the views from Kelly’s Knob
on to Nourlangie Rock take a short walk Lookout. Later, visit the historic Durack
to view ancient Aboriginal rock art. Homestead and enjoy a cruise on mighty
This afternoon we join a cruise on the Lake Argyle, Australia’s largest man-
famous Yellow Water Billabong. Search made lake. Enjoy the majestic scenery
for saltwater crocodiles and the amazing and see a fantastic array of wildlife in
range of birdlife for which this region this unique ecosystem. B D
is renowned.
Camp: Kakadu National Park. B D
BuNgLe BuNgLe OPtiON
Day 3: Nitmiluk National Park
Enjoy a scenic flight over the Bungle
Travel via the gold mining town of Pine
Bungle today. Enquire for details.
Creek to Katherine. We stop at beautiful
Edith Falls where these is time for a
swim, before setting up camp in Nitmiluk Day 6: emma gorge
National Park, home to spectacular Depart Kununurra and travel to Emma
Katherine Gorge. Enjoy an afternoon Gorge Resort. Here we take a guided
cruise through spectacular Katherine walk into Emma Gorge. There is time
Gorge, with a chance to see freshwater to swim in the crystal-clear water at the
crocodiles sunning themselves on the base of the waterfall, before continuing
riverbanks and many species of birds. along the Gibb River Road to El Questro
eDiTH falls
Camp: Nitmiluk National Park. B L D Wilderness Park. Spanning over a million
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guiDeD TouRs – CaMPiNg
geiKie goRge
acres, El Questro Wilderness Park is on to spectacular Windjana Gorge. Rising
home to rugged ranges, ancient gorges abruptly from the surrounding floodplain, earLy payment savings
and pristine waterfalls. We set up camp some parts of the walls of Windjana
near the Pentecost River and El Questro
Station Township.
Gorge are up to 100 metres in height.
bush Camp: Windjana gorge. B L D
save $610 up
to
per
couple
Camp: el questro Wilderness Park, See Early Payment savings on page 10 for details
Day 10: Broome
2 nights. B L D We leave the famous Gibb River Road
today, stopping to see the Boab Prison 12 days from $3040 Per Person
Twin Share
optional single supplement available on request
Tree and Myall Bore. We then head
south to Derby and visit the Circular
Darwin to Broome (CDBB)
Wharf, before continuing to the historic
pearling port of Broome. See the sights $3040 $3160
of Broome including Chinatown, the Per Person Twin share Per Person Twin share
Japanese Cemetery, Streeters Jetty $425 $425
and visit Gantheaume Point for sweeping single supplement option single supplement option
views of the Indian Ocean. This evening 2011 2012
start end start end
we watch a breathtaking sunset over May 10 May 21 May 08 May 19
famous Cable Beach. Jun 21 Jul 02 Jun 19 Jun 30
Aug 02 Aug 13 Jul 31 Aug 11
KimBerLey OPtiONs Hotel: Mercure broome, 2 nights. B sep 13 sep 24 sep 11 sep 22
Enjoy a Bungle Bungle 4WD Day 11: Broome ‘Free time’ Note: Prices may vary because of fuel surcharge or
adventure or Lirrgarn Argyle A free day for you to explore tropical changes in statutory taxes or charges. See page 23
for details.
Diamond Mine tour. Please request Broome. Simply sit back, relax and
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at time of booking (subject to perhaps take a refreshing swim.
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camel ride along Cable Beach at sunset.
Day 7: el Questro Wilderness Park Ask your Tour Director for details. B Discounts are per person off the above prices
Today is free for you to explore Day 12: Depart Broome young traveller save $305
Kings Club save $150
El Questro Wilderness Park. Perhaps take Your tour concludes this morning after Concession card holders save $45
an optional cruise through Chamberlain breakfast. You will be transferred to See discounts details on page 10. Note: Itinerary &
Gorge, a fresh waterhole abounded Broome Airport to connect with your departure dates may change from 01/04/12.
by tropical vegetation. Ask your Tour onward flight. B
Director for details on the many optional
activities that are available at the
El Questro Station Township today. B L D
Day 8: gibb river road
Today we journey through some of
the harshest terrain of the Kimberley.
Departing El Questro Wilderness Park,
we skirt the Cockburn Range then
continue along the famous Gibb River
Road, stopping at Manning Gorge
(conditions permitting).
bush Camp: Manning gorge. B L D
Day 9: Kimberley gorges
This morning we cross the King Leopold the ghAN
Range then take a walk into beautiful Add a journey aboard The Ghan to
Galvans Gorge. Later, we inspect the Darwin to the beginning of this tour.
unusual formation at Tunnel Creek Enquire for details.
(conditions permitting), before continuing
15
10 day
Outback & Kimberley
included Highlights
• see sunset at uluõu • Tanami desert
1
TOP SPRINGS
• sunrise at uluõu & kata Tjuúa • cruise through geikie gorge
• •
Geikie Gorge
BROOME 2 1 1 visit the muúitjulu Waterhole spot crocodiles and wallabies
• •
HALLS CREEK
FITZROY
CROSSING
1 TENNANT CREEK
climb kings canyon Tour of broome
• •
Karlu Karlu
(Devils Marbles)
Tour of alice springs relax in tropical broome
KINGS CANYON 1
AYERS ROCK RESORT 1
1 ALICE SPRINGS • Travel the Tanami Track • view sunset over cable beach
1 2 Night Stopovers
Airfares are not included in tour price
camping holiday inclusions
Transportation Accommodation
• Tour by luxury air-conditioned coach • You will be required to erect your
with 2-door access, restroom, seatbelts, own tent in established campgrounds
reclining seats, panoramic windows and wilderness bush camps; Enjoy a
Professionally Guided comfortable hotel stay on 2 nights
• Tour with an experienced, professional Plus
Tour Director, Tour Driver & Private cook • Complimentary sleeping bag
Dining Inclusions • Complimentary Camping Essentials Kit
• Full Breakfasts (9) B • Travel wallet and map
• Lunches (3) L • Airport transfers (Day 1 from Ayers
• Friendly get together at Happy Hour Rock Airport – flights to arrive prior
kings canyon
• Delicious two course dinners (6) D to 2.00pm; Day 10 to Broome Airport
– flights anytime)
itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Ayers Rock an educational service for children
On arrival in Ayers Rock you will be living in remote areas. Conclude with
transferred to your hotel. Watch the a panoramic view of Alice Springs and
changing colours of Uluõu at sunset while the surrounding ranges from the top
enjoying a complimentary glass of wine. of Anzac Hill.
camp: ayers rock resort. D camp: alice springs. B
Day 2: Ayers Rock - Kings Canyon Day 4: Tennant Creek
Watch the sunrise at Uluõu and Kata We travel to Karlu Karlu (Devils Marbles),
Tjuúa. You will be introduced to the where there is time to walk around these
natural and cultural landscapes of precariously balanced boulders that have
this remarkable region. Later visit the been worn smooth by the harsh elements
informative Uluõu – Kata Tjuúa Cultural of nature over many thousands of years.
Centre followed by the Muúitjulu We continue to Tennant Creek.
Waterhole. Travel to Kings Canyon. camp: Tennant creek. B D
camp: kings canyon resort. B D Day 5: Top Springs
Day 3: Kings Canyon - Alice Springs Admire the pretty countryside as we
For the energetic, a guided climb to the drive along the Buchanan Stock Road,
canyon rim will be rewarded with superb past vast cattle stations for which
views of Watarrka National Park. Or you the region is renowned, en route to
may prefer to explore the boulder-strewn Top Springs.
canyon floor, an easier walk. While it was camp: Top springs. B L D
little known to Europeans until recently, Day 6: Halls Creek
the Luritja Aboriginal people have called Today we skirt the edge of the Tanami
this area their home for over 20,000 Desert, along the Buntine Highway
years. Travel to Alice Springs, which is through cattle country to Halls Creek,
nestled in a gap between the East and on the edge of the Great Sandy Desert,
West MacDonnell Ranges. Enjoy a city and the location of the first gold rush
tour including the Royal Flying Doctor in Western Australia. There is still gold
Service. Learn how this marvellous in the area and mineral exploration
facility operates to provide a ‘mantle continues. It is also the hub of a vast
of safety’ to the people of the outback. cattle industry.
karlu karlu (devils marbles)
See the School of the Air, which provides camp: Halls creek. B L D
16
guided Tours – camping
uluÕu (ayers rock) sunrise image by ken duncan
Day 7: Geikie Gorge
The distinct landscape of the northwest earLy payment savings
region of the Kimberley becomes
obvious today as we journey along
the Northern Highway to the remote
save $460 up
to
per
couple
See Early Payment savings on page 10 for details
township of Fitzroy Crossing. This
afternoon cruise through Geikie Gorge
which was formed by the waters of the 10 days from $2320 Per Person
Twin Share
Fitzroy River tunnelling through the optional single supplement available on request
Napier Range. During the wet season,
the Fitzroy River rises over 16 metres, Ayers Rock to Broome (CUB)
staining the limestone walls of the gorge $2320 $2415
and flooding the national park with seven per person Twin share per person Twin share
metres of water. In the dry season, the $340 $340
WesT macdonnell ranges
river transforms itself into a quiet stream single supplement option single supplement option
strung beneath the towering cliffs of the 2011 2012
Start End Start End
Devonian Reef. Watch for freshwater apr 20 apr 29 apr 18 apr 27
crocodiles, fruit bats and wallabies as Jun 01 Jun 10 May 30 Jun 08
Jul 13 Jul 22 Jul 11 Jul 20
the 30 metre high walls of the gorge aug 24 sep 02 aug 22 aug 31
tower above us.
camp: Fitzroy crossing. B L D Broome to Ayers Rock (CBU)
Day 8: Broome $2320 $2415
per person Twin share per person Twin share
Our journey continues westward today
to Broome. See the sights of Broome $340 $340
single supplement option single supplement option
including Chinatown, Streeters Jetty
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and visit Gantheaume Point for sweeping Start End Start End
views of the Indian Ocean. At the end may 19 may 28 may 17 may 26
Jun 30 Jul 09 Jun 28 Jul 07
of the day sit back, relax and watch the Aug 11 Aug 20 Aug 09 Aug 18
spectacular sunset over Cable Beach. sep 22 oct 01 sep 20 sep 29
Hotel: mercure broome, 2 nights. B Note: Prices may vary because of fuel surcharge or
changes in statutory taxes or charges. See page 23
Day 9: Broome ‘Free Time’ for details.
Enjoy a day at leisure exploring this n Highlighted dates indicate Guaranteed Departures
tropical hideaway. Enjoy a leisurely Refer to www.aatkings.com.au for additional
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stroll along magnificent Cable Beach,
one of the most stunning beaches in the
discounts are per person off the above prices
world, with 22km of white sand and clear
young traveller save $230
tropical water. There are a number of kings club save $115
options available and your Tour Director concession card holders save $45
will be able to help you with suggestions. See discounts details on page 10. Note: Itinerary &
departure dates may change from 01/04/12.
Perhaps take a spectacular Scenic Flight
over the Buccaneer Archipelago or ride
a camel at sunset on the beach. Or stroll
through Chinatown, home to some of the
world’s finest pearl showrooms. B
Day 10: Depart Broome
Your tour concludes today after
breakfast. You will be transferred to
Broome Airport to connect with your
cable beacH, broome
onward flight. B
17
19 day
Nor’ West Adventure
included Highlights
DARWIN 1
KAKADU
1 NATIONAL PARK
• See sunset at uluõu • el Questro wilderness Park
• •
Katherine Gorge Yellow Water Billabong
KUNUNURRA 1 NITMILUK climb kings canyon Hidden Valley national Park
• •
Emma Gorge NATIONAL PARK
EL QUESTRO
MANNING GORGE
2
2
Lake 1
TOP SPRINGS
tour of alice Springs Historic durack Homestead
• •
Argyle
WINDJANA GORGE 1
BROOME 2
1
1
1 Bungle Bungle karlu karlu (devils Marbles) wildlife cruise on lake argyle
• •
Derby Range
FITZROY Geikie HALLS CREEK
CROSSING Gorge
1 TENNANT CREEK
cruise through geikie gorge cruise on katherine gorge
• •
Karlu Karlu
(Devils Marbles)
relax in tropical Broome explore kakadu national Park
KINGS CANYON 1 1 ALICE SPRINGS
• walk through windjana gorge • Yellow water Billabong cruise
AYERS ROCK RESORT 1
• gibb river road • ancient aboriginal rock art
1 2 Night Stopovers
Local touring options
Airfares are not included in tour price
• gorges of the kimberley
camping holiday inclusions
Transportation Accommodation
• Tour by luxury air-conditioned coach • You will be required to erect your
with 2-door access, restroom, seatbelts, own tent in established campgrounds
reclining seats, panoramic windows and wilderness bush camps; Enjoy a
Professionally Guided comfortable hotel stay on 3 nights
• Tour with an experienced, professional Plus
Tour Director, Tour Driver & Private cook • Complimentary sleeping bag
Dining Inclusions • Complimentary Camping Essentials Kit
• Full Breakfasts (18) B • Travel wallet and map
• Lunches (10) L • Airport transfers (Day 1 from Ayers
• Friendly get together at Happy Hour Rock Airport – flights to arrive prior
tunnel creek
• Delicious two course dinners (14) D to 2.00pm; Day 19 to Darwin Airport
– flights anytime)
itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Ayers Rock the Royal Flying Doctor Service and the
On arrival in Ayers Rock you will be School of the Air. clients joining this
transferred to your campsite. Visit afternoon (tour code: cadd) will be
Kata Tjuúa (the Olgas) and walk into transferred from alice Springs airport
Walpa Gorge. The walking trail through (flights to arrive prior to 4.00pm).
the gorge follows the natural creek bed camp: alice Springs. B
between two of the tallest domes of Day 4: Tennant Creek
Kata Tjuúa. Watch the changing colours We travel to Karlu Karlu (Devils Marbles),
of Uluõu at sunset while enjoying a where there is time to walk around these
complimentary glass of wine. precariously balanced boulders that have
camp: ayers rock resort. D been worn smooth by the harsh elements
Day 2: Ayers Rock – Kings Canyon of nature over many thousands of years.
Watch the sunrise at Uluõu and Kata We continue to Tennant Creek.
Tjuúa. Our guide will lead us around camp: tennant creek. B D
the base of Uluõu, where you will be Day 5: Top Springs
introduced to the natural and cultural Admire the pretty countryside as we
landscapes of this remarkable region. drive along the Buchanan Stock Road,
Later visit the informative Uluõu – Kata past vast cattle stations for which
Tjuúa Cultural Centre and the Muúitjulu the region is renowned, en route to
Waterhole. Travel to Kings Canyon. Top Springs.
camp: kings canyon resort. B D camp: top Springs. B L D
Day 3: Kings Canyon – Alice Springs Day 6: Halls Creek
For the energetic, a guided climb to the Today we skirt the edge of the Tanami
canyon rim will be rewarded with superb Desert, along the Buntine Highway
views of Watarrka National Park. Or you through cattle country to Halls Creek,
may prefer to explore the boulder-strewn on the edge of the Great Sandy Desert,
canyon floor, an easier walk. While it and the location of the first gold rush
was little known to Europeans until in Western Australia. There is still gold
recently, the Luritja Aboriginal people in the area and mineral exploration
have called the area their home for over continues. It is also the hub of a vast
20,000 years. This afternoon travel to cattle industry.
windjana gorge
Alice Springs for a city tour including camp: Halls creek. B L D
18
guided tourS – caMPing
walPa gorge, kata tjuÚa (tHe olgaS)
Day 7: Geikie Gorge Day 14: Emma Gorge
The distinct landscape of the northwest We travel to Emma Gorge with an earLy payment savings
region of the Kimberley becomes obvious opportunity for a guided walk and swim
today as we journey along the Northern
Highway to the town of Fitzroy Crossing.
in the crystal-clear water at the base of
the waterfall. Continue along the famous
save $880 up
to
per
couple
Enjoy an afternoon cruise through Geikie Gibb River Road to the town of Kununurra. See Early Payment savings on page 10 for details
Gorge. Be sure to look out for crocodiles. camp: kununurra, 2 nights. B L D
camp: Fitzroy crossing. B L D 19 days from $4405 Per Person
Twin Share
optional Single Supplement available on request
Day 8: Broome KIMBERlEy OPTIOnS
Our journey continues westward today
Enjoy a Bungle Bungle 4WD Ayers Rock to Darwin (CUBD)
to Broome. See the sights of Broome
including Chinatown, the Japanese adventure or Lirrgarn Argyle $4405 $4580
Cemetery, Streeters Jetty and visit Diamond Mine tour today. Per Person twin Share Per Person twin Share
Gantheaume Point for sweeping views of $515 $515
the Indian Ocean. This evening we watch Day 15: Kununurra Single Supplement option Single Supplement option
2011 2012
a breathtaking sunset over Cable Beach. This morning we explore Mirima (Hidden Start End Start End
Hotel: Mercure Broome, 2 nights. B Valley) National Park and admire the apr 20 May 08 apr 18 May 06
Jun 01 Jun 19 May 30 Jun 17
Day 9: Broome ‘Free Time’ views from Kelly’s Knob Lookout. Jul 13 Jul 31 Jul 11 Jul 29
A free day to explore tropical Broome. B See 300 million year old sandstone aug 24 Sep 11 aug 22 Sep 09
cliffs, often referred to as the ‘mini Note: Prices may vary because of fuel surcharge or
Day 10: Gibb River Road Bungles’. Later, visit the historic Durack changes in statutory taxes or charges. See page 23
Travel north to Derby. Stop to see Homestead and enjoy a cruise on mighty for details.
Myall Bore and the Boab Prison Tree, Lake Argyle. B D n Highlighted dates indicate Guaranteed Departures
before travelling along the famous Gibb Refer to www.aatkings.com.au for additional
River Road to Windjana Gorge. Later we Day 16: nitmiluk national Park Guaranteed Departure dates.
inspect the unusual formation at nearby Cross the border into the Northern
Tunnel Creek (conditions permitting). Territory travelling via Timber Creek discounts are per person off the above prices
and Victoria River, traversing large cattle Young traveller Save $440
Bush camp: windjana gorge. B L D kings club Save $220
stations to the township of Katherine. concession card holders Save $75
Day 11: Kimberley Gorges camp: nitmiluk national Park. B L D Join in Alice Springs Save from $385
This morning we take a walk through on Day 3 (Tour Code: CADD)
Windjana Gorge. Crossing the King Day 17: Kakadu national Park
See discounts details on page 10. Note: Itinerary &
Leopold Range, we continue along the Enjoy an early morning cruise through departure dates may change from 01/04/12.
Gibb River Road, to Galvans Gorge and Katherine Gorge. We stop at beautiful
Manning Gorge (conditions permitting). Edith Falls where there is time for a swim,
Bush camp: Manning gorge. B L D before travelling via the gold mining town
of Pine Creek to Kakadu National Park.
Day 12: El Questro
camp: kakadu national Park. B L D
Today we journey through some of
the harshest terrain of the Kimberley, Day 18: Kakadu – Darwin
skirting the Cockburn Range and on to Cruise on Yellow Water Billabong.
El Questro Wilderness Park. Spanning At Nourlangie Rock take a short walk
over a million acres, it is home to to view ancient Aboriginal rock art.
ancient gorges and pristine waterfalls. We stop at the Bowali Visitor Centre.
camp: el Questro wilderness Park, Continue to Darwin for an orientation tour.
2 nights. B L D Hotel: travelodge Mirambeena resort,
darwin. B
Day 13: El Questro ‘Free Time’
A day at leisure. Perhaps take an Day 19: Depart Darwin
optional cruise through Chamberlain Your tour concludes today after
Gorge, a fresh waterhole fringed by breakfast. You will be transferred to
tropical vegetation and 60 metre Darwin Airport to connect with your
tall escarpments. B L D onward flight. B
19
19 day
Top End Western Experience
Included Highlights
DARWIN 1
KAKADU
1 NATIONAL PARK
• ancient aboriginal rock art • gibb river road
• •
Katherine Gorge Yellow Water Billabong
KUNUNURRA 1 NITMILUK yellow Water Billabong cruise Walk through Windjana gorge
• •
Emma Gorge NATIONAL PARK
EL QUESTRO
MANNING GORGE
2
2
Lake 1
TOP SPRINGS
explore kakadu national Park relax in tropical Broome
• •
Argyle
WINDJANA GORGE 1
BROOME 2
1
1
1 Bungle Bungle Cruise on katherine gorge Cruise through geikie gorge
• •
Derby Range
FITZROY Geikie HALLS CREEK
CROSSING Gorge
1 TENNANT CREEK
Wildlife cruise on lake argyle Cross the Tanami Desert
• •
Karlu Karlu
(Devils Marbles)
Historic Durack Homestead Tour of alice springs
KINGS CANYON 1 1 ALICE SPRINGS
• Hidden valley national Park • Climb kings Canyon
AYERS ROCK RESORT 1
• el Questro Wilderness Park • see sunset at Uluõu
1 2 Night Stopovers
Local touring options
Airfares are not included in tour price
• explore the kimberley gorges
Camping holiday inclusions
Transportation Accommodation
• Tour by luxury air-conditioned coach • You will be required to erect your
with 2-door access, restroom, seatbelts, own tent in established campgrounds
reclining seats, panoramic windows and wilderness bush camps; Enjoy a
Professionally Guided comfortable hotel stay on 3 nights
• Tour with an experienced, professional Plus
Tour Director, Tour Driver & Private cook • Complimentary sleeping bag
Dining Inclusions • Complimentary Camping Essentials Kit
• Full Breakfasts (18) B • Travel wallet and map
• Lunches (10) L • Airport transfers (Day 1 from Darwin
• Friendly get together at Happy Hour Airport – flights to arrive prior to
galvans gorge
• Delicious two course dinners (13) D 2.00pm; Day 19 to Ayers Rock Airport
– flights to depart after 10.00am)
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Darwin Day 5: Lake Argyle
On arrival in Darwin you will be This morning we explore Mirima (Hidden
transferred to your hotel. Later join a Valley) National Park and admire the
city orientation tour. Enjoy a welcome views from Kelly’s Knob Lookout. Visit
drink this evening with your crew. the historic Durack Homestead and learn
Hotel: Travelodge Mirambeena resort, about this pioneering family. Later enjoy
Darwin. a cruise on mighty Lake Argyle. B D
Day 2: Kakadu National Park
We travel deep into Kakadu National Park BuNGLe BuNGLe OPTION
stopping at the Bowali Visitor Centre,
before continuing to Nourlangie Rock for Enjoy a scenic flight over the Bungle
a short walk to view ancient Aboriginal Bungle today. Enquire for details.
rock art. This afternoon we join a cruise
on the famous Yellow Water Billabong. Day 6: emma Gorge
Camp: kakadu national Park. B D We travel along the Gibb River Road
Day 3: Nitmiluk National Park to Emma Gorge Resort. There is the
Travel via the gold mining town of Pine opportunity to take a guided walk into
Creek to Katherine. We stop at beautiful the gorge with time for a swim in the
Edith Falls where there is time for a crystal-clear water at the base of the
swim, before setting up camp in Nitmiluk waterfall. An optional Bungle Bungles
National Park. Enjoy an afternoon cruise 4WD adventure or Lirrgarn Argyle
through spectacular Katherine Gorge. Diamond Mine tour are available today.
Camp: nitmiluk national Park. B L D Camp: el Questro Wilderness Park,
2 nights. B L D
Day 4: Kununurra
Heading west we travel via Timber Creek Day 7: el Questro ‘Free Time’
and Victoria River. Crossing the border Today is free for you to explore
into Western Australia, we traverse El Questro Wilderness Park. Perhaps
large cattle stations to the township take an optional cruise through
of Kununurra, which is the hub of local Chamberlain Gorge. Ask your Tour
industry for agriculture, tourism and Director for details on the many
mining in the east Kimberley. optional activities that are available at
lake argyle
Camp: kununurra, 2 nights. B L D the El Questro Station Township. B L D
20
gUIDeD ToUrs – CaMPIng
yelloW WaTer BIllaBong CrUIse
Day 8: Gibb River Road Day 15: Tennant Creek
We journey through some of the harshest Admire the pretty countryside as we earLy payment savings
terrain of the Kimberley. We skirt the drive along the Buchanan Stock Road,
Cockburn Range then continue along
the famous Gibb River Road, stopping at
past vast cattle stations for which the
region is renowned, to Tennant Creek.
save $880 up
to
per
couple
Manning Gorge (conditions permitting). See Early Payment savings on page 10 for details
Camp: Tennant Creek. B L D
Bush Camp: Manning gorge. B L D
Day 16: Alice Springs
Day 9: Kimberley Gorges This morning we travel to Karlu Karlu
19 days from $4405 Per Person
Twin Share
optional single supplement available on request
We cross the King Leopold Range then (Devil’s Marbles) where there is time to
take a walk into beautiful Galvans Gorge. walk around these precariously balanced Darwin to Ayers Rock (CDBu)
Later, we inspect the unusual formation boulders. Continue on to Alice Springs
at Tunnel Creek (conditions permitting), for a city orientation tour including the $4405 $4580
before continuing on to spectacular Royal Flying Doctor Service.
Per Person Twin share Per Person Twin share
Windjana Gorge. Camp: alice springs. B $515 $515
Bush Camp: Windjana gorge. B L D single supplement option single supplement option
Day 17: Kings Canyon 2011 2012
Day 10: Broome Clients departing this morning Start end Start end
May 10 May 28 May 08 May 26
We leave the Gibb River Road, stopping (Tour Code: CDaa) will be transferred Jun 21 Jul 09 Jun 19 Jul 07
to see the Boab Prison Tree and Myall to alice springs airport (flights Aug 02 Aug 20 Jul 31 Aug 18
sep 13 oct 01 sep 11 sep 29
Bore. We then head south to Derby to anytime). Travel to Kings Canyon
visit the Circular Wharf before continuing stopping en route at a camel farm for Note: Prices may vary because of fuel surcharge or
changes in statutory taxes or charges. See page 23
to Broome. See Chinatown, the Japanese an optional ride on a ‘ship of the desert’. for details.
Cemetery, Streeters Jetty and visit This afternoon for the energetic, a n Highlighted dates indicate Guaranteed Departures
Gantheaume Point for sweeping views of guided climb to the canyon rim will be Refer to www.aatkings.com.au for additional
the Indian Ocean. This evening we watch rewarded with magnificent views of Guaranteed Departure dates.
a breathtaking sunset over Cable Beach. Watarrka National Park. Or you may
Hotel: Mercure Broome, 2 nights. B prefer to explore the boulder-strewn Discounts are per person off the above prices
young traveller save $440
Day 11: Broome ‘Free Time’ canyon floor, an easier walk. The sheer kings Club save $220
A free day to explore tropical Broome. red rock face of the canyon soars over Concession card holders save $75
Perhaps enjoy a refreshing swim at 100 metres above lush palm forests. Conclude in Alice Springs Save from $385
Cable Beach. At sunset you may like While it was little known to Europeans on Day 17 (Tour Code: CDAA)
to take a camel ride along the beach. B until recently, the Luritja Aboriginal See discounts details on page 10. Note: Itinerary &
departure dates may change from 01/04/12.
Day 12: Fitzroy Crossing people have called the area their home
The distinct landscape of the northwest for over 20,000 years.
region of the Kimberley becomes obvious Camp: kings Canyon. B D
today as we journey along the Northern Day 18: Ayers Rock
Highway to the town of Fitzroy Crossing. Travel to Uluõu - Kata Tjuúa National Park
Camp: Fitzroy Crossing. B L D where you’ll glimpse your first sight of
Day 13: Geikie Gorge – Halls Creek Uluõu. Travel around the base of Uluõu to
Cruise through Geikie Gorge where see various sacred sites and hear about
the river flows beneath the towering the flora and fauna unique to this area.
limestone cliffs. Watch for freshwater Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine as
crocodiles and wallabies. Continue along you watch the spectacular sunset at Uluõu.
the Northern Highway to Halls Creek. Camp: ayers rock resort. B
Camp: Halls Creek. B L D Day 19: Depart Ayers Rock
Day 14: Top Springs Travel to the Uluõu sunrise viewing area
We skirt the edge of the Tanami Desert and watch the first rays of the sun set
before crossing into the Northern Uluõu and the Red Centre alight. Later
Territory en route to Top Springs. you will be transferred to Ayers Rock
Camp: Top springs. B L D Airport for your onward flight. B
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Stay a little longer
AAT Kings Accommodation
Perhaps you would like to spend a few extra days in one of our feature city locations, either before or after your touring. AAT Kings has made
this option highly affordable by negotiating special discounted rates at selected accommodation properties. To extend your stay, simply choose
the number of extra nights you wish to spend, ask your travel agent to reserve the additional accommodation at the time of booking your tour.
It could not be any easier.
Heavitree Gap Outback Lodge* Alice Springs All Seasons Oasis Alice Springs Outback Pioneer Hotel* Ayers Rock
PRICE Twin $69 Single $138 PRICE Twin $75 Single $150 PRICE Twin $220 Single $440
Mercure Broome Broome Cable Beach Club Resort# Broome Travelodge Mirambeena Resort Darwin
PRICE Twin $145 Single $290 PRICE Twin $259 Single $518 PRICE Twin $105 Single $210
Please note that only AAT Kings clients qualify for extra nights accommodation and prices. Surcharges may apply. Prices are room only, per person, per night and include airport transfers.
*# Prices for these hotels are based on High Season. Low Season prices are available upon request. *Low Season: 01 Apr 11 – 30 Jun 11 and 01 Dec 11 – 31 Mar 12. High Season: 01 Jul 11 – 30 Nov 11.
#
Low Season: 01 Apr 11 – 31 May 11 and 11 Oct 11 – 31 Mar 12. High Season: 01 Jun 11 – 10 Oct 11.
Day tours & The Ghan
You may like to explore the Top End and
Red Centre a little further, either before or
after your tour. AAT Kings has a wide range of
Day tours available which can be reserved at
the time of booking your tour. Here are some
of our most popular tours, but don’t hesitate
to ask your travel agent as AAT Kings has
many more tours to offer. You will receive a 1 day Litchfield National Park Darwin The Ghan Option
10% discount off Day tours when booked in Tour Code: D5 PRICE Adult $135 Contact your local Travel Agent for details
conjunction with your Guided tour.
• Florence Falls • Tolmer Falls • Wangi Falls Experience one of the most captivating
Please note that child & concession card holder prices
• Opportunity for a swim • Termite mounds train journeys of the world. The Ghan.
are available on request.
• Picnic lunch included It’s an odd name for a train but in
Australian history it is a living legend.
The Ghan takes its name from the
pioneering Afghan cameleers who blazed
a permanent trail into the Red Centre of
Australia over 150 years ago.
For those who believe that the journey is
as important as the destination. Travelling
1 day Tiwi Islands Cultural Experience Darwin Jumping Crocodile Tour Darwin on this transcontinental journey through
the heart of Australia, marvel at the
Tour Code: DB01 PRICE Adult $259 Tour Code: D2 PRICE Adult $115
spectacular landscapes from the rusty
Depart at 8.00am for the 30 minute flight • See the prehistoric creatures at close range hues of the Red Centre to the tropical
(own expense) to Bathurst Island to join • Jumping crocodile demonstration • Windows splendour of the Top End.
a guided journey through the modern day on the Wetlands • Fogg Dam Nature Reserve Experience the romance and style
Aboriginal community of Nguiu. Explore of rail travel on this epic adventure.
the museum and the Early Mission Precinct Enjoy 5 star dining while gazing out at
with its unique Tiwi style Catholic Church. the surreal brightness of the desert stars.
Visit the Arts and Crafts Centres for the Be lulled to sleep by the gentle rhythm
opportunity to purchase Tiwi arts and crafts of the The Ghan gliding over the tracks.
at island prices. At morning tea spend time Take time to converse with like-minded
with our guides and Tiwi ladies enjoying travellers in the lounge car and enjoy the
billy tea and damper. Witness traditional freedom to move that train travel offers.
Palm Valley 4WD Tour Alice Springs
totem dances and hear about the meanings
Tour Code: A5 PRICE Adult $169
behind them. Attend a smoking ceremony to
bless the visitors. View a Tiwi burial site and • West MacDonnell Ranges • Hermannsburg
learn some of the complex rituals associated • 4WD down Finke River into Palm Valley
with the Pukamani Poles (burial poles). • Picnic lunch in Finke Gorge National Park
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AAT Kings reserves the right at its discretion to exclude from a tour, or organisation shall carry no responsibility for statements in this brochure
General Information to terminate the travel arrangements during the course of the tour
without refund, of anyone who:
relating to ground content of the tours and the operator indemnifies
them against any claim action, loss or damage arising therefrom.
Bookings and Conditions • is unable to cope with the requirements of coach tour travel or who IMPORTANT: Scenic Flights, Boat Cruises, Helicopter Flights, Cable
To confirm your reservation, a deposit of $200 per person is may need or require services or facilities that are not available Car Rides, some 4WD Tours, White Water Rafting, Camel Rides, Hot
required. Reservations will be held for 7 days only without deposit. • fails to comply with the reasonable instructions of AAT Kings Air Ballooning, Rail, Farmstay Options etc.
All airfares are subject to strict ticketing deadlines, to be advised at personnel These excursions are not operated by AAT Kings Tours, nor by persons
the time of booking. Balance of payment for your holiday is to be paid • engages in illegal or undesirable behaviour or interferes with the or companies associated with AAT Kings Tours. These activities involve
42 days prior to departure. The operator reserves the right to accept enjoyment of or jeopardises the safety of other participants. inherent risk of injury, death, accident, delay and loss, and client
waitlist clients in place of applicants failing to finalise within the Anyone so excluded will be required to disembark at a safe public assumes all such risk with regard to any misadventure, death, injury,
prescribed time. location, transport from which will be wholly their responsibility. delay or loss which occurs during, or as a result of any such activity.
Prices and Concessions You agree that AAT Kings is released from all liability for, and you General Conditions
Prices are quoted in Australian Currency, include GST and supersede agree not to hold AAT Kings responsible for termination of your travel This brochure represents the entire agreement between the client
all prices previously advertised. Please check the exact price of arrangements in accordance with the previous condition, or any and AAT Kings Tours Pty. Ltd., who is the tour operator. AAT Kings
your tour at the time of paying balance. Airfares are based on the decision made by AAT Kings or by any service provider who refuses to will be responsible to the client for supplying the services and
most direct route and are subject to class availability and any new provide you with special accommodation facilities or services that are accommodation as described in this brochure, except where such
Government taxes. Group concessions for ten or more adults are not available or who refuses to carry you by reason of any disability or services cannot be supplied, or the itinerary used is changed due to
available. Rail prices are subject to change from time to time. All prices medical condition. delays or other causes of whatever kind or nature beyond the control
are valid subject to Government, hotel and fuel surcharges. You agree that our AAT Kings Tour Directors or Representatives may of AAT Kings. In such circumstances, we will do our best to supply
Day tours/Flexi trips: Children 2 to 15 years of age are entitled to the take photographs and films of you while you are on holiday and that comparable services, accommodations and itineraries, and there
child price on ½ day and 1 day Day tours as well as on Flexi trips that these may be used in our Group brochures and/or advertising or shall be no refund in this situation. AAT Kings and its agents
include overnight accommodation (tent/hotel) when sharing with at publicity material without obtaining any further consent or payment in (collectively ‘AAT’) act only as an agent for the client and upon the
least one adult (unless stipulated otherwise). Only one young traveller respect of such photographs and/or films. express condition that AAT Kings shall not be liable or responsible for
discount is applicable per room/tent. Infants up to and including 1 year any direct, indirect, consequential or incidental damage, injury, loss,
Travel Insurance
old are free of charge. accident, delay or irregularity of any kind, which may be occasioned
Clients are strongly advised to take out travel insurance to cover any
Guided tours: Children 6 to 15 years, are entitled to the child price off by reason of any act or omission of any third party (including without
unforeseen circumstances (e.g. cancellation or curtailment expenses,
limitation, any act, inaction or breach of contract of any third party,
the adult coach content price plus relevant air, rail or sea price (unless loss of luggage etc.). Your licensed travel agent will be pleased to assist
which is to or does supply any goods or services for this trip). Without
stipulated otherwise). with your requirements. limiting the foregoing, AAT Kings does not own or operate any third
Concession Card Holders: Prices apply to all Australian and Holiday Inclusions party suppliers of services such as hotels, restaurants, transportation
New Zealand pensioners (refer to each price box for discount amount) Transportation, camping fees, entrance fees and boat cruise prices as companies, sightseeing companies or local tour operators. It is not
however discounted rail prices are only available where Australian per itinerary, services of a professional Tour Director, Tour Driver and a responsible for any injury, death, loss or expense due to overbooking
Centrelink Pensioner Card is produced. ‘Seniors Card’ holders are also Private cook, all camping equipment, sleeping bag, meals as specified, of accommodations, default of any third parties, sickness, weather,
eligible for the concession discounts on any price for a tour operated happy hour (when camping), tented (and any other) accommodation on strikes, acts of God, Government, acts of terrorism, criminal activity,
solely by AAT Kings. a twin share basis, travel wallet and map. Subject to a minimum number war, quarantine, force major events or any other cause beyond its
Sole Use of Tents of clients, AAT Kings reserves the right to operate this touring on a control. All such risk, loss and expense must be borne by the client.
Can be guaranteed if requested at the time of booking. A surcharge is smaller vehicle with a Driver guide. On some occasions, coach restrooms Occasionally, it may be necessary to alter or amend itineraries,
applicable, which also includes a single room on any hotel accommodated may be inaccessible depending on operational conditions. accommodation and sightseeing arrangements from those published.
nights (see individual price boxes). There is limited availability. Special Meals This may be due to road, weather and other operational needs
Hotel/Motel Accommodation Please advise AAT Kings of any special dietary requirements at least prevailing at the time, and is always made in the best interests of your
Where this forms part of any tour, accommodation is provided on a twin 14 days before departure. Note that this will be on a request basis only, comfort. Any personal expenses incurred by a client as a result of any
share basis. Single rooms are available upon request and a supplement as AAT Kings cannot guarantee the availability of special meal types. delay, alteration or curtailment of any tour, whether caused by
is payable at the time of booking (see each price box). Camping Equipment mechanical defect, strikes or any other cause are the responsibility of
Cancellations and Amendments Each vehicle has a fully equipped camper trailer containing roomy vinyl the client (we strongly recommend all clients take out Travel
Cancellation fees will be levied relative to the amount of notice given: floored tents 2.3 metres (7ft approx.) high for two persons, foam Insurance, see your licensed travel agent). The operator is unable to
mattress, stools, camping equipment and eating utensils. guarantee exact arrival and departure times, and is not liable for any
Days Notice 42 or more 7-41 days 1-6 days Day of failure to make connections with any other service, or guarantee the
Departure Client Participation
operation of any particular service. In the case of breakdown or other
Clients are not rostered for camp duties, although to ensure the
% of Price Loss 20% 50% 100% unforeseen circumstances, the operator reserves the right to
success of the tour, client participation is required. Clients erect
of Plus your Plus your substitute vehicles other than specified, to ensure the operation of a
their own tents. They are easy to assemble and our crew will show
Deposit Deposit Deposit tour. These coaches will be modern touring vehicles and may not have
you how.
some of the features described. Please note that if you arrange for
A change of tour date or tour itinerary within 42 days prior to Luggage Allowance payment through an unaccredited agent, the unaccredited agent is
departure will be treated as a cancellation and normal cancellation fees One medium size suitcase per person, the sum of its length/width not our agent for the purpose of receipt of monies. Receipt of
will apply except when the change is to an earlier tour departure of and depth not to exceed 140cm (56”) (a soft bag is more appropriate deposits and subsequent payments by the travel agent does not
equivalent or greater value, in which case a $55 per person amendment for Camping tours) plus a one piece of hand luggage which may constitute receipt of those monies by us, and the travel agent has no
fee will be charged. Airfares: Airline tickets are issued on receipt of full be carried on-board the coach. Please note that luggage with an authority, expressed or implied, to receive monies on our behalf.
payment. Once ticketed, these airfares are non-refundable as per adjustable handle and wheels will not fit in the overhead There is no liability on our part, in respect of any monies paid to your
airline conditions. Any amendments to these flights may incur a fee. compartments and cannot be accepted as hand luggage. You travel agent. The company reserves the right to cancel any ticket or
These airfares are not available outside Australia and New Zealand. may also bring a travelling rug (for the cold nights), a small cushion booking, or to refuse to carry any client where payment has not been
Illness or Absenteeism to use as a pillow and a lilo if you wish. Maximum weight of all luggage received by the company within the specified time. The company
In the event of your withdrawal from a tour after commencement for not to exceed 20kg (44lbs). We are required by strict Government reserves the right to amend or cancel tours at any time.
reasons of illness, you must obtain a medical certificate in support vehicle weight regulations to enforce and adhere to this limit. If your
Brochure Validity
of any insurance claim. We regret that no refunds can be made for luggage exceeds this limit, we ask that you make alternative 01 April 2011 – 31 March 2012.
absences from a tour, including but not limited to missed meals or arrangements for the excess luggage to be forwarded to the For tours departing before 01 April 2011, refer to our 2010/2011
sightseeing. AAT Kings make no representation or guarantees termination point of your tour. Please note we suggest you have brochure.
concerning reimbursements of funds paid by you under any wheels on your suitcase, as there are certain places where assistance
is not available (e.g. railway station and cruise terminal). All luggage Photography
insurance claim.
and personal effects are at all times and in all circumstances at the A selection of photography in this brochure have been supplied by
Internet Airfares Ken Duncan, Peter Walton, Pam Jennings, Brian Dullaghan, Tourism
Please note that AAT Kings does not incur any liability for airfares risk of the tour participant. Luggage insurance is recommended.
Australia, Tourism Western Australia and Tourism NT.
purchased by travel agents or clients online via the internet. In the Smoking and Seat Rotation
unlikely event that a tour is cancelled, AAT Kings cannot be held Government regulations prohibit smoking inside tourist coaches.
responsible for airfare conditions when the airfare is purchased via the Please restrict smoking to the ample stops en route. To enable
internet with companies other than AAT Kings. All such risk, loss and everyone the opportunity of enjoying window and front seats, clients
expense must be borne by the travel agent or client. change seats daily during the course of the tour.
Tour Participation, Exclusion and Release Clothing and What to Bring
Children five (5) years of age and under are ineligible. Children under Casual gear is all that is necessary. Three to four changes of outer DEPARTuRE GuARANTEE
eighteen (18) years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Clients garments including shorts, pullover and waterproof jacket, several
changes of underwear and socks, rubber-soled walking shoes, swimsuit, Occasionally airlines and tour operators are forced
with disabilities are welcome on AAT Kings tours provided they are
accompanied by an able-bodied companion and do not require special towel, warm pyjamas or tracksuit (warm sleeping gear is essential as to reschedule departure dates. At AAT Kings we
assistance from AAT Kings personnel. You must advise AAT Kings at inland nights can be very cold, particularly May to August), hat, torch, appreciate the inconvenience this may cause you.
the time of booking if you are affected by any condition, medical or camera, a small flask for drinking water, pillow and travel rug. Do not
forget your insect repellent for the tropics. Therefore, we guarantee no tour will be rescheduled
otherwise, that may affect your enjoyment of the tour or its enjoyment
by others. Failure to do so may result in the termination of your travel Airline Indemnity within 42 days of the published departure date.
arrangements without any liability on the part of AAT Kings. Any Airlines’ involvement in these tours is as air carrier only. This
Our commitment continues.
AAT Kings is doing its part to protect the industry in the Kimberley. With this
environment as a founding contributor region rapidly becoming a global
to the non-profit Travel Corporation tourism hot-spot, it is critical to set
Conservation Foundation. up effective measures to protect the
A Foundation project we are particularly natural environment and cultural
proud of is the Australian Kimberley heritage values.
Sustainable Tourism project. It was Read more about this project and other
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communities in the Kimberley.
The goal? To increase the number of
Traditional Owners working in and
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not less than 42 days before the departure date, or within 72 hours of booking if less New South Wales Licence No: 2TA4687
than 42 days but more than 8 days prior to departure, or at the time of booking if less
than 7 days before departure.
4. We will then send to your travel agent your travel vouchers and detailed information
about your holiday. Agents Reservations and Information Australia Wide
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