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Australian
Sightseeing Day Tours
aatkings.com.au 2011/12
• Sydney • Melbourne • Darwin • Alice Springs • Top End
• Uluru (Ayers Rock) • Adelaide • Perth • Brisbane • Cairns
Australian Sightseeing
Thank you for choosing AAT Kings, Australia’s premier coach tour
operator with over 85 years experience. AAT Kings offer a unique
range of touring experiences enjoyed by tens of thousands of people
each year. The quality, value and reliability for which we are renowned
will provide you with the best way to explore the wonders of Australia.
Throughout this brochure, AAT Kings sightseeing options include all
the major cities and Australia’s Outback Northern Territory. You may
choose from half day to full day tours covering the ‘must see’ sights in
each vibrant city and desired destinations Australia has to offer.
With AAT Kings expertise and flexibility, your holiday in Australia is
complete. With expert English-speaking Driver Guides and 5 star luxury
coaches you will sit back and relax as AAT Kings enhances your stay in
this diverse country – Australia.
We look forward to having you travel with AAT Kings.
Now, that’s how to see Australia.
Contents
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Sydney 4-8
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Melbourne .................................................................................................................................................................... 9-12
Uluru ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 13-15
AliceSprings ........................................................................................................................................................ 16-17
Darwin . .............................................................................................................................................................................. 18-19
Perth 20
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Adelaide 21
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Brisbane/GoldCoast 22
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Cairns 23
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BookingConditions 24
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PAY IN ADVANCE – BOOK
LATER – SAVE up to 56%
Purchase any one of the SELECT
Sightseeing Passes before you
depart and book your touring when
you arrive in Australia. It makes your
Sightseeing easy and flexible as you
travel through this great country.
Howtobook:
• SELECT the Pass that suits
you best
• Payment must be made prior SELEC
to departure through your agent
SIGHTST
EEING
PASS
• On arrival in Australia contact
AAT Kings on 1300 556 100 or
visit one of our day tour offices
and book the tours you want
to do (at least 24hrs in advance)
SELECT 2 SightseeingPass Adult $229* Child $160
No. of people Sightseeing Pass Code
2 tours & receive a FREE ½ day
= SSP2
or
City Sights in Sydney or Melbourne
= 1 tour per person SSP12
SELECT 3 SightseeingPass Adult $330* Child $231
No. of people Sightseeing Pass Code
3 tours & receive a FREE ½ day
= SSP3
or
City Sights in Sydney or Melbourne
= 1 tour per person SSP13
SELECT 4 SightseeingPass Adult $419* Child $293
No. of people Sightseeing Pass Code
4 tours & receive a FREE ½ day
=
City Sights in Sydney or Melbourne
SSP4
or
= 2 tours per person SSP22
or
= 1 tour per person SSP14
NOTE: The above Select Sightseeing Passes are only applicable
to tours that include this eagle symbol
* The Select Sightseeing Pass does not include National Park entry fees. The additional
fee of $25 per adult per park is payable at time of booking confirmation of a tour
within Uluru – Kata Tjuta or Kakadu National Parks. See Conditions for full details.
Your FREE ½ Day Tour can be either in Sydney – (Morning Bondi J6) or in Melbourne
– (Morning City Tour K1). Prices include FREE hotel picks-ups (conditions apply).
Enquire about our Select Sightseeing Passes for families.
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Sydney
BlueMountains
withLunch&RiverCruise
ULL DAY
F Code:J15L
Enjoy a delicious restaurant lunch
The Three Sisters
in Leura. Later, cruise along the
Parramatta River finishing your tour
BlueMountains at Circular Quay. L
ULL DAY
F Code:J15
Departs: DAILY 8.15am
Depart the city via Anzac Bridge. Pat a Returns: 5.45pm approx.
cuddly koala at Featherdale. Working our
way up the mountain we stop at Govetts Adult $175 Child $90
Leap lookout for a photo opportunity.
Visit the quaint village of Leura for lunch
(own expense), and then follow the Cliff
Drive with views over Jamison Valley,
Echo Point and the Three Sisters. Take
a ride on the world’s steepest railway Scenic Railway
– Scenic Railway, Skyway or Cableway
(rides at own expense), before returning BlueMountains
to the city via Sydney’s Olympic site. withScenicWorld&Cruise
ULL DAY
F Code:J15S
Departs: DAILY 8.15am
Pre-purchase the Valley Return Scenic
Returns: 5.45pm
World pass on your day tour to the Blue
Adult $139 Child $70 Mountains, allowing you to take a ride
on the Scenic Railway, with its incline of
52 degrees and the Scenic Cableway,
for breathtaking views of the Jamison
Valley. Followed by a cruise along the
Parramatta River to Circular Quay.
Departs: DAILY 8.15am
Returns: 5.45pm approx.
Adult $155 Child $80
BlueMountains,WildlifePark
&Aquariumwithmeal
ULL DAY
F Code:J15Q
Sydney Harbour
Enjoy a delicious restaurant lunch in
BlueMountains&RiverCruise Leura and finish your day with a visit
to Sydney Aquarium, where you will be
ULL DAY
F Code:J15R
dropped off and have the opportunity to
Top off your day tour to the Blue travel ‘under the sea’ to view the wonders
Mountains with a relaxing cruise taking in of Australia’s amazing marine life,
the sights that the Parramatta River has including the Great Barrier Reef display.
to offer, on your return to Sydney Harbour.
Departs: DAILY 8.15am
Departs: DAILY 8.15am Returns: 5.45pm
Returns: 5.45pm approx. (Aquarium at leisure)
Adult $149 Child $75 Adult $185 Child $95
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Sydney Harbour
DiscoverSydneywith SydneyHighlights&Bondi
SydneySights&Beaches
ALF DAY
H Code:J6
ULL DAY
F Code:J63
Enjoy fabulous harbour views as you
Discover all the highlights of this vibrant pass through the historical Rocks area
city. See bustling cosmopolitan suburbs, and Circular Quay. View the Opera
enjoy spectacular harbour views and House, the Sydney Harbour Bridge and
visit famous Bondi Beach. Visit Mrs. visit Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair. Travel past
Macquarie’s Chair and the beautiful Royal the Botanic Gardens, the Art Gallery
Botanic Gardens. Relax and enjoy morning and Conservatorium of Music, and
and afternoon tea at Sydney’s world through Chinatown, Darling Harbour,
famous surf beaches, Bondi and Manly Kings Cross and Double Bay. Stop at
(own expense). Stop at some of Sydney’s The Gap, the heads of the harbour,
most famous photo opportunities including for photo opportunities. There is time
The Gap, the heads of the harbour, to enjoy world famous Bondi Beach
Seaforth with views of middle harbour and before returning to the city.
the Spit Bridge and Arabanoo lookout.
Drive around Milsons Point for an upclose
view of the Harbour Bridge and also Departs: DAILY 8.15am
see the smiling face of ‘Luna Park’. See Returns: 11.45am
Chinatown, Darling Harbour, Kings Cross,
Adult $69 Child $35
Paddington and Double Bay.
Departs: DAILY 8.15am OPTIONALLunchadd-on
Returns: 5.30pm Enjoy a delicious lunch on a Captain Cook Cruise on
Sydney Harbour from $76 per adult; from $50 per child.
Adult $129 Child $65
ManlySights&
NorthernBeaches
ALF DAY
H Code:J13
Sydney Wildlife World
Enjoy spectacular city and harbour views
as you travel over the Sydney Harbour
CitySights,HarbourLunch
Bridge. Drive around Milsons Point for
Cruise&WildlifeTour
the best possible photo opportunity of the
ULL DAY
F Code:J12 Sydney Opera House. View Middle Harbour
This morning see the Opera House, and Spit Bridge from Seaforth Lookout.
Royal Botanic Gardens and Mrs. Travel along Sydney’s northern coastline,
Macquarie’s Chair. Visit famous Bondi past white sandy beaches, stopping for
Beach before boarding the Captain Cook afternoon tea (own expense) at Manly
cruiser for a delicious lunch on Sydney Beach. Explore bustling Manly Corso,
Harbour. Visit Darling Harbour and browse the shops or relax on the beach.
journey through Sydney Aquarium. Take
a walk on the wild side at Sydney Wildlife Departs: DAILY 1.45pm
World. Meet one of Australia’s national Returns: 5.30pm
icons, the koala. See animals living in
their natural habitats and ecosystems Adult $69 Child $35
including the spectacular two storey
aviary and butterfly house. L
FREEFerryRide Code:J63B/J13B
Departs: DAILY 8.15am Enjoy a FREE ride on the famous Manly Ferry.
Returns: Open After your tour of the Northern Beaches, spend extra
time exploring Manly then take your FREE ride on
Adult $179 Child $90 the Manly Ferry to Circular Quay at your leisure.
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Sydney
Jenolan Caves
BlueMountains&JenolanCaves
ULL DAY
F Code:J32
Travel from the city to historic Katoomba
in the Blue Mountains. See the Three
Bondi Beach Sisters rock formation, Echo Point and
Jamison Valley. Experience the thrill
SydneyHighlights of the Scenic Railway, the Skyway and
&BondiSurfRescue Cableway (own expense). Continue to
ALF DAY
H Code:J6S Jenolan Caves on the winding roadway
reaching down into the deep valley,
Enjoy your City Sights and Bondi tour, leading through an immense limestone
followed by a visit to the home of Surf tunnel and the Grand Arch. Enjoy a
Lifesaving and the famous Bondi Surf guided inspection at Jenolan Caves and
Lifesaver. Take an exclusive tour inside have lunch at the beautiful Jenolan Caves
one of Australia’s surf lifesaving clubs. House (own expense).
Enjoy an Aussie morning tea with
Anzac biscuits. Spend time with a true Departs: Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat 8.00am
blue Aussie Surf Lifesaver. Learn about Returns: 7.00pm
Bondi’s shark attacks and the infamous
Black Sunday. Have your photo taken Adult $169 Child $85
wearing the red and yellow cap beside
a surf rescue board! A chance to feel
Bondi’s golden sand between your toes.
See a demonstration of a surf rescue.
Departs: DAILY 8.15am
Returns: 11.45am
Adult $85 Child $45
Adventure Caving
BlueMountains,JenolanCaves
&AdventureCaving
ULL DAY
F Code:J35
Enjoy a guided inspection at Jenolan
Caves then put on overalls, a hard hat
and miner’s light and experience the
thrill of crawling through unlit caves
when you join the adventure caving
option through the ‘Plughole’, as the
original pioneers did.
Departs: Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat 8.00am
Returns: 7.00pm
Bondi Lifesaver Adult $195 Child $100
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The Three Sisters and Cableway, Blue Mountains
HunterValleyWineries DolphinWatching
ULL DAY
F Code:J14 &AustralianReptilePark
ULL DAY
F Code:J86
Travel over the Harbour Bridge and
through the Hawkesbury River district, Cruising Port Stephens harbour,
stopping in historic Wollombi for you will discover pods of bottlenose
complimentary morning tea. Enjoy a dolphins. Delight in the antics of these
private wine tasting at Lindemans Winery inquisitive animals as they play before
then travel to the Hunter Resort for a you in the wild. Travel north from
smorgasbord lunch including 2 glasses of Sydney to the beautiful Central Coast.
wine. See a 20 minute film at the Hunter Cross the Hawkesbury Ranges and
Wine Theatre where you’ll learn about visit the Australian Reptile Park; either
the wine-making process. Travel to the watch an alligator or platypus being
Hunter winery Oakvale, where you can fed. Go to Spider World where you will
sample some boutique wines before see the only Funnel Web spider venom
heading to the Hunter Valley Gardens extraction show in the world. Travel past
village which includes a cellar door for Williamstown Air Force base then board
tastings, chocolate & fudge shop and a luxury dolphin watching boat with 3
souvenir shop. Return to Sydney. L viewing decks. Enjoy a cruise, including
a buffet lunch, around the magnificent
Departs: DAILY 8.00am Port Stephens region, home to pods
Returns: 6.30pm of bottlenose dolphins (99% success
rate of finding dolphins). Listen to
Adult $179 Child $90 dolphins underwater with specially fitted
hydrophones. Take a thrilling ride on the
HunterValleyGardens boom net – perhaps you might meet the
wildlife up close! L
ULL DAY
F Code:J16
Take a leisurely drive to the historic village Departs: 8.00am
of Wollombi for a complimentary morning Wed, Sat (Apr – Sep)
tea. Our next stop is world-renowned Mon, Wed, Sat (Oct – Mar)
Lindemans Winery where you can taste Returns: 7.30pm
a selection of red or white wines. You
Adult $179 Child $90
will then be dropped off at the amazing
Hunter Valley Gardens for your included
two course lunch at the Gardens Café. DolphinWatching
After lunch you will have free time to &AustralianReptilePark
wander around the spectacular gardens with4WD/Sandboarding
where the Roche family has invested
ULL DAY
F Code:J86S
over $80 million dollars. You can walk
amongst the orchards and rest in the After your cruise get set for thrills and
pagoda overlooking a 10 metre cascading spills as you set off on your 4WD and
waterfall. See the tea garden, Japanese sandboarding adventure. Try your hand
garden, storybook land and many more at high speed sandboarding down the
splendors. Stroll back to the Hunter Valley enormous dunes! The local guides will
Gardens village which includes Hunter talk about the area and its history. Later
Valley Cellars, chocolate and fudge shop join your driver and coach for the return
and other boutique delights. You will then journey to Sydney. L
meet with your coach for your return
journey to Sydney. L Departs: 8.00am
Wed, Sat (Apr – Sep)
Departs: DAILY 8.00am Mon, Wed, Sat (Oct – Mar)
Returns: 6.30pm Returns: 7.30pm
Adult $179 Child $90 Adult $195 Child $100
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Sydney
Tobruk Outback Experience
Canberra–Australia’sCapital
ULL DAY
F Code:J11
Enjoy the highlights of Canberra on
this comprehensive tour. After leaving
Sydney travel south with a morning
tea stop (own expense) at the quaint
town of Berrima. You will get to see the
sandstone building of Berrima Jail. From
there you keep heading south travelling
through the spectacular Southern
Highlands. En route you’ll learn how Tobruk Sheep Station
purpose-built Canberra was specifically
designed with its imposing architecture TobrukSheepStation
and beautiful parks and gardens. On
FULL DAY Code:J2
arrival you will enjoy a private guided
walk around Parliament House with the Experience the beauty and history of the
opportunity to view the Upper and Lower Australian outback at Tobruk, just an
Houses. Some of the other great sights hour from Sydney. You’ll be greeted by
you will visit or see are the Australian an Australian stockman then learn how to
War Memorial, Mt. Ainslie, the Prime prepare Aussie damper (bread) and billy
Minister’s official residence the Lodge and tea. Learn about the history of Tobruk;
the National Library. You will also take a watch a live sheep muster and take
leisurely drive down the tree-lined streets part in a sheep shearing demonstration.
and view the diplomatic houses and There’s time to crack a whip and throw
embassies of many foreign ambassadors a boomerang. Enjoy an authentic Aussie
before returning to Sydney with a short lunch and browse the shop for the
dinner break en route (own expense). opportunity to purchase souvenirs. L
Departs: Mon, Wed, Fri 8.00am Departs: Thu, Fri, Sun 8.15am
Returns: 9.00pm Returns: 2.45pm
Adult $159 Child $80 Adult $129 Child $65
Canberra’sFloriade
ULL DAY
F Code:J11B
Stop at Berrima for morning tea.
Continue to Canberra where you will
be dropped off at Commonwealth Park
for your Floriade experience. Floriade is
the largest flower festival in Australia,
a spectacular celebration of spring. The
breathtaking garden beds, made up of
more than a million blooms, create large-
scale floral pictures to reflect the annually
changing theme. Your coach driver will
advise you the pick-up time and collection
point for your return journey to Sydney.
Departs: Wed, Fri 8.00am
(21 Sep – 14 Oct)
Returns: 9.00pm
Canberra Adult $99 Child $50
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Melbourne
Hunter Road
The Twelve Apostles, Great OceanValley
GreatOceanRoadDeluxe Penguins,CattleFarm,Kangaroos,
&VisitBellsBeachExclusive KoalaswithDevonshireTea
withDevonshireTea FTERNOON / EVENING
A Code:K10
ULL DAY
F Code:K4
Depart the city and travel to Warrook
Depart the city over the Westgate Cattle Farm to see sheep, kangaroos and
Bridge and travel through Geelong to Australian birds. Enjoy Devonshire Tea
Torquay and the famous Bells Beach for then head to the Koala Conservation
Devonshire Tea. As we join the Great Centre to view koalas in their natural
Ocean Road, marvel at the golden sandy habitat. Arrive at the world famous
beaches, sheer cliffs and amazing rock Penguin Parade and watch the nightly
formations. Pass through the seaside ritual of penguins marching up
towns of Anglesea and Lorne before the sand to their nesting places. Enjoy
stopping for lunch at Apollo Bay (own time looking around the educational
expense). Travel inland through the centre and displays. Stop in Cowes for
inspiring Otway Ranges before returning dinner (own expense) before heading
to the coastline to visit the Twelve back to Melbourne.
Apostles, London Bridge and Loch Ard
Gorge. Visit Port Campbell for afternoon
Departs: DAILY 1.15pm
tea (own expense) before returning
Returns: 10.30 / 11.30pm
express to Melbourne.
Adult $145 Child $75
Departs: DAILY 8.00am
Returns: 7.30 / 8.00pm
Adult $159 Child $80
PenguinsExpress
FTERNOON / EVENING
A Code:K11 Puffing Billy
Travel express from Melbourne to the DeluxePenguinTour,
Penguin Parade and witness this amazing PuffingBillywithDevonshireTea
nightly ritual. Watch penguins march up
the sand to their nesting places and enjoy ULL DAY
F Code:K81
time browsing through the educational Travel to Grants Reserve in the
centre and souvenir shops. Café meals Dandenong Ranges for Devonshire Tea.
available (own expense). Travel express Board Puffing Billy for a ride through
back to Melbourne. spectacular scenery. Visit Warrook,
a true Australian cattle farm, and
Departs: DAILY 3.00pm (Apr – Sep) experience sheep shearing or milking a
5.00pm (Oct – Mar) cow. Feed kangaroos, see working dogs,
Returns: 10.30 / 11.30pm join a guided tractor ride and enjoy a
roast lunch with vegetables. Visit the
Adult $115 Child $60
Penguin Parade to watch little penguins
march up the sand to their nesting
places. Return to Melbourne via Cowes
for dinner (own expense). L
Departs: 8.10am
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun
(Apr – Sept)
DAILY (Oct – Mar)
Returns: 10.30 / 11.30pm
Penguin Parade, Phillip Island Adult $219 Child $110
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Melbourne
Healesville,Wildlife& PuffingBilly,Wineries
PuffingBillywithLunch withLunch&WineTasting
ULL DAY
F Code:K15 ULL DAY
F Code:K35
Travel east of Melbourne to the beautiful Travel east of Melbourne to the beautiful
Dandenong Ranges. Enjoy Billy Tea and Dandenong Ranges. Enjoy Billy Tea and
home-made lamingtons at Grants Reserve home-made lamingtons at Grants Reserve
where you can hand feed crimson rosellas. where you can hand feed crimson
Ride through the spectacular forest aboard rosellas. Take a ride through the forest
Australia’s oldest operating steam train, aboard Australia’s oldest operating
Puffing Billy. Travel to Fergusson Winery steam train, Puffing Billy. Travel to the
to enjoy a delicious spit roast lunch. Then Yarra Valley and enjoy wine tasting and
it’s on to Healesville Sanctuary. Spend the a delicious spit roast lunch at Fergusson
remainder of the afternoon wandering Winery. Continue through the Valley
around one of Australia’s most famous to three of Victoria’s premier wineries
wildlife parks, spotting koalas, kangaroos including Domaine Chandon for tasting
and birds of prey. L and wine appreciation. L
Departs: 8.20am Departs: 8.20am
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun
(Apr – Sep) (Apr – Sep)
DAILY (Oct – Mar) DAILY (Oct – Mar)
Returns: 5.30pm Returns: 5.30pm
Adult $179 Child $90 Adult $179 Child $90
HealesvilleWildlifewithLunch YarraValleyWinerieswithLunch
ULL DAY
F Code:K75 ULL DAY
F Code:K65
Depart Melbourne and travel east to Depart Melbourne and travel east to the
the Yarra Valley. Visit Fergusson Winery Yarra Valley. Enjoy wine tasting and a
to enjoy a delicious lunch. Then it’s on delicious spit roast lunch at Fergusson
to Healesville Sanctuary. Spend the Winery. Continue through the Valley
remainder of the afternoon wandering to some of Victoria’s premier wineries
around one of Australia’s most famous including Domaine Chandon for tasting
wildlife parks. See the birds of prey and wine appreciation. L
demonstration, koalas, kangaroos and
various other unique Australian wildlife. L
Departs: 10.00am Departs: 10.00am
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun
(Apr – Sep) (Apr – Sep)
DAILY (Oct – Mar) DAILY (Oct – Mar)
Returns: 5.30pm Returns: 5.30pm
Adult $169 Child $85 Adult $169 Child $85
Hand-feed kangaroos Yarra Valley Vineyards
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Puffing Billy
SovereignHill SovereignHill,GoldFields
withBallaratWildlifePark &BallaratCityTour
ULL DAY
F Code:K3 ULL DAY
F Code:K13
Travel to historic Ballarat and enjoy a Travel to Ballarat and see the sights
guided tour of the Ballarat Wildlife Park. of the city. Visit Sovereign Hill where
Hand feed kangaroos, see crocodiles and you can learn about the history of the
emus and have the opportunity to touch Gold Rush and life in the 1850’s. Pan
and photograph a koala. At Sovereign for gold, take a stage coach ride, dress
Hill learn about the history of the Gold up in period clothing and have costume
Rush and life in the 1850’s. Pan for photos or join an underground mine tour.
gold, take a stage coach ride or join an Enjoy unique period style shopping with
underground mine tour. See traditional real life characters and entertainment
craftsmen shilling their trades and enjoy that were part of the 1850’s gold rush.
unique style shopping with real life Browse the many souvenir shops
characters that were part of the 1850’s and enjoy a great choice of cafes and
gold rush. restaurants for lunch (own expense).
Departs: 8.20am Departs: 8.20am
Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat
(Apr – Sep) (Apr – Sep)
DAILY (Oct – Mar) DAILY (Oct – Mar)
Returns: 5.30pm Returns: 5.30pm
Adult $155 Child $80 Adult $145 Child $75
Tobogganing Snowboarding
LakeMountainShowmetheSnow Mt.BullerSeriousSnow
ULL DAY
F Code:K80 ULL DAY
F Code:K79
See Yarra Valley wineries, the country Travel through charming country towns,
town of Healesville and glimpses of picturesque scenery and spectacular
Maroondah Dam. Enjoy the drive through mountain views, en route to Mt. Buller –
the Black Spur famous winding road Victoria’s premier ski resort. Arrive on the
with its rainforest and Mountain Ash mountain at 10.00am to enjoy a full day
trees. Travel through quaint towns and of skiing, toboganning or simply building
on to the Lake Mountain Resort arriving snowmen! Enjoy some time relaxing in the
at about 10.30am. With new facilities many bars and restaurants in the Alpine
including café, bar, restaurant and Village. Note: It is essential to wear warm
ski hire, it’s a great place to have fun in clothes that provide insulation such as a
the snow or a day of cross country skiing. woollen jumper, waterproof jacket and
Depart the mountain at 3.30pm for a thick woollen gloves, hat and socks. Ski
relaxing drive back to Melbourne. clothing and equipment can be hired on
the mountain.
Departs: Mon, Wed, Fri 8.00am
(Jun – Sep) Departs: DAILY 6.45am (Jun – Sep)
Returns: 6.00pm Returns: 8.30pm
Adult $105 Child $55 Adult $149 Child $75
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Melbourne
Federation Sqaure, Melbourne
MelbourneCitySights MelbourneCitySights&Bay
withRiverCruise HighlightswithRiverCruise
HALF DAY Code:K1C HALFDAY Code:K7C
Finish your morning city sights tour See the Arts Centre and Shrine of
with a River Cruise along the Yarra River Remembrance. Drive along part of
on board the Princess Rivercruiser. This the Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit and
option is highly recommended. around Albert Park Lake. See bayside
cosmopolitan Fitzroy Street and the
Departs: DAILY 8.10am Esplanade. Then it’s down to the beach
Returns: 11.45am past Luna Park to the St. Kilda foreshore.
Cruise along Beach Road to see the
Adult $95 Child $50 best bayside beaches and homes as you
drive to Port Melbourne and Beacon
Cove. Stop in Williamstown before
MelbourneCitySights
boarding your boat for the hour long
ALF DAY
H Code:K1 cruise back to Melbourne. En route see
On this tour you will experience the the docklands, wharfs, casino, aquarium
beautiful sights of Melbourne. Hear about and sensational city water views.
its wonderful history, famous buildings,
sensational shopping, great sporting Departs: Daily 1.15pm
centres and universities. Stop and explore Returns: 4.15pm
the Fitzroy Gardens, including a visit to
Adult $97 Child $50
Captain Cook’s Cottage, the Royal Botanic
Gardens and the Shrine of Remembrance.
Travel over the Westgate Bridge, drive
along the Grand Prix track and see the
Melbourne Cricket Ground, St. Paul’s
Cathedral, the Arts Centre, Crown Casino
and Port Phillip Bay.
Departs: DAILY 8.10am
Returns: 11.45am
Adult $69 Child $35
PuffingBilly&Dandenong Yarra River Cruise
RangeswithDevonshireTea
ALF DAY
H Code:K5
Travel east of Melbourne to the beautiful
Dandenong Ranges. Enjoy Devonshire Tea
at Grants Reserve where you can hand
feed crimson rosellas. Take a ride through
the spectacular forest aboard Australia’s
oldest operating steam train, Puffing
Billy. Browse the art and craft shops in
Sassafrass before returning to Melbourne.
Departs: DAILY 8.10am
Returns: 1.00pm
Adult $89 Child $45 St. Patrick’s Cathedral
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Uluru
Sunrise at Uluru (Ayers Rock)
UluruSunrise,ClimborBaseTour UluruSunrise&
HALF DAY Code:Y18 GuidedCulturalWalk
ALF DAY
H Code:Y41
Rise early this morning to travel to the
Uluru sunrise viewing area. Watch the Travel to the sunrise viewing area at
first rays of the sun set the Red Centre Uluru and watch the first rays of the
alight while enjoying a warming cup of sun set the Red Centre alight. Then
tea or coffee and biscuits. After sunrise accompany your guide on the Kuniya
you will be transferred to the base of Base Walk from Kuniya Piti. Walk to the
the Uluru Climb. If you choose not to Mutitjulu Waterhole where your guide
climb Uluru you will join your AAT Kings will indicate the natural features of the
Driver Guide for a tour around the base landscape and relay traditional stories
of Uluru. Travel by coach to the Mutitjulu relating to this special place. Continue
Walk where you will be escorted into the your tour around the circumference of
Mutitjulu Waterhole (seasonal). Visit the Uluru by coach. Walk with your guide
Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre, where along the Mala Walk. Continue to Kantju
you can learn about Aboriginal culture Gorge then visit the Uluru – Kata Tjuta
and see Aboriginal arts and crafts. Cultural Centre to learn more about
Anangu beliefs and law.
Departs: DAILY Departs: DAILY
90 mins prior to sunrise 90 mins prior to sunrise
Returns: 11.00am Returns: 12.00pm
Adult $105 + $25*=$130 Adult $139 + $25*=$164
Child $55 Child $70
UluruSunrise&BaseTour
ORNING
M Code:Y17
Rise early this morning and travel to
the Uluru sunrise viewing area to see
the Red Centre set alight by the first
rays of sun. Enjoy a warming cup of tea
or coffee and biscuits as the colours of
Uluru gradually change as the sun rises
on the horizon. Commence a base tour
of Uluru, including a guided walk into
Mutitjulu Waterhole. View Aboriginal rock
paintings and learn about the flora, fauna
and Aboriginal history from your Driver
Guide. Continue around the base of Uluru
by coach and see various sacred areas.
Visit the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural
Centre where there is time to read the
Tjukurpa (Aboriginal law) or purchase
some locally made Aboriginal art.
Departs: DAILY
90 mins prior to sunrise
Returns: 10.30am
Adult $105 + $25*=$130
Child $55 Mala Walk, Uluru (Ayers Rock)
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Uluru
Walpa Gorge Aussie Barbecue
KataTjuta&UluruSunsetTour UluruSunset&BarbecueDinner
FTERNOON
A Code:Y13 EVENING Code:Y11B
Travel to the mystical 36 domes of Enjoy nibbles and a glass of wine as
Kata Tjuta. On the way, stop at a lookout the sun sinks over the western horizon
for a panoramic view of the southern and the evening sky brings out the
side of Kata Tjuta. Continue to the many shades of colour for which Uluru
base of Walpa Gorge. Spend some time is famous. Occasionally, when it rains
exploring the gorge and the unusual you may be lucky enough to see the
conglomerate rock formations. The spectacular sight of water cascading
walking trail through Walpa Gorge over the sides of Uluru. Travel to our
follows the natural creek between exclusive Barbecue venue to enjoy a
two of the tallest domes of Kata Tjuta. traditional Australian barbecue dinner
In the late afternoon we travel to the consisting of steak, sausages, kangaroo
Uluru sunset viewing area. Witness and meat, salads, bread and a complimentary
photograph the striking colour changes glass of Australian sparkling wine.
of Uluru at sunset while enjoying nibbles There is time for stargazing too
and a complimentary glass of wine. (weather permitting). D
Departs: DAILY
Departs: DAILY
2.30pm (Mar – Oct)
75 mins prior to sunset
3.30pm (Nov – Feb)
Returns: 2½ hours after sunset
Returns: 20 mins after sunset
Adult $135 + $25*=$160 Adult $149 + $25*=$174
Child $70 Child $75
UluruSunriseTour
ORNING
M Code:Y9
Travel to the sunrise viewing area at
Uluru and watch the first sunlight of
the day creep across the desert plains.
Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee as the
morning sun slowly changes the colour
of Uluru. In summer, watching sunrise
at Uluru in the cool morning air is the
perfect start to the day. In winter months,
we recommend you wear a jacket.
Departs: DAILY
90 mins prior to sunrise
Returns: 75 mins after sunrise
Adult $65 + $25*=$90
Uluru (Ayers Rock) Child $35
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*National Park Entry Fee
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ParkEntryFeeoncewhenpurchasing
twoormoreUluru&KataTjuta
SightseeingToursasentryisvalid
for3consecutivedays.
Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) See Conditions for full details.
Sunset at Uluru (Ayers Rock)
UluruHighlights AyersRockResort
FTERNOON
A Code:Y8 toAliceSprings
ALF DAY
H Code:Y6
Drive around the base of Uluru. Your
AAT Kings Driver Guide will take you on Travel through interesting desert
a walking tour of the Mutitjulu Waterhole scenery between Ayers Rock Resort
where you can view Aboriginal rock and Alice Springs. Your Driver Guide
paintings. There is time to visit the Uluru will provide comprehensive commentary
– Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre, where you of your surrounds as you pass through
can learn about the culture and Tjukurpa the beautiful rugged scenery of the
(Aboriginal law) of the Anangu people. outback. View Atila (Mt. Conner) along
the way. Stop at Mt. Ebenezer Roadhouse
where there is the opportunity to
Departs: DAILY 2.30pm purchase afternoon tea and locally
Returns: 4.30pm made Aboriginal art (all at own expense).
Travel north along the Stuart Highway as
Adult $49 + $25*=$74
the sun begins to set in the west, before
Child $25
arriving at Alice Springs. You will be
dropped off at your Alice Springs hotel.
UluruSunsetTour
EVENING Code:Y11
Departs: DAILY 1.10pm
Enjoy nibbles and a glass of wine as from Ayers Rock Resort
the sun sinks over the western horizon Arrives: 6.30pm in Alice Springs
and the evening sky brings out the
many shades of colour for which Uluru Adult $155 Child $80
is famous. Occasionally, when it rains
you may be lucky enough to see the
spectacular sight of water cascading over
the sides of Uluru.
Departs: DAILY
75 mins prior to sunset
Returns: 20 mins after sunset
Adult $55 + $25*=$80
Child $30 Luxury Coach Travel
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Alice Springs
PalmValleySafariby4WD UluruAdventure
FULL DAY Code:A5 ULL DAY
F Code:A2
This one day 4 Wheel Drive Safari travels Travel south from Alice Springs, passing
through the West MacDonnell Ranges to through the West MacDonnell Ranges.
Hermannsburg, an Aboriginal community Stop at the Sturt Camel Farm for breakfast
and historic precinct which is renowned then later at the Atila (Mt. Conner) lookout
for its Aboriginal art collection and the for morning tea. Travel on to Uluru – Kata
works of Albert Namatjira. Travel down Tjuta National Park. Join a base tour
the bed of the Finke River, into Palm of Uluru and guided walk to Mutitjulu
Valley. Morning or afternoon tea is Waterhole where you can view Aboriginal
provided. See spectacular rock forms, rock paintings. Visit the Uluru – Kata Tjuta
white sands and an oasis of rock pools Cultural Centre. Visit Kata Tjuta, where
and palm trees. Visit the spectacular rock you can take a walk between the massive
formation known as the Amphitheatre. domes at Walpa Gorge. Travel back to the
Enjoy a picnic lunch within Finke Gorge Uluru sunset viewing area to witness the
National Park. On the return journey to changing colours of Uluru while sipping
Alice Springs watch the changing colours complimentary sparkling wine, followed
of the magnificent West MacDonnell by a picnic dinner. Return to Alice Springs.
Ranges in the afternoon sunlight. L BD
*National Park Entry Fee. See Conditions.
Departs: DAILY 8.00am (Jun – Oct)
Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun Departs: DAILY 6.30am
7.30am (Nov – May) Returns: 11.30pm
Returns: 6.00pm
Adult $215 + $25*=$240
Adult $169 Child $85 Child $110
ATownLikeAlice AliceSpringstoAyersRock
FTERNOON
A Code:A3 HALF DAY Code:A6
Tour the sights of ‘The Alice’. Stop Travel south from Alice Springs through
at the historic Telegraph Station. the MacDonnell and James Ranges. Your
Established in 1872 to relay messages Driver Guide will provide comprehensive
between Darwin and Adelaide, the commentary of your surrounds as you
Telegraph Station is the best preserved pass through the beautiful rugged
of the 12 stations along the Overland scenery of the outback. Visit a camel
Telegraph Line. Visit the Royal farm where there is time to take a short
Flying Doctor Service. Learn how this optional camel ride (own expense). Later
marvellous facility operates to provide stop at Mt. Ebenezer Roadhouse where
a ‘mantle of safety’ to the people of the there is the opportunity to purchase
outback. Later visit the School of the Air morning tea and locally made Aboriginal
which provides an educational service art (all at own expense). Pause to view
for children living in remote areas. Stop majestic Atila (Mt. Conner) before
at the Alice Springs Reptile Centre where arriving at Ayers Rock Resort.
you will see unique Central Australian
reptiles such as the Perentie Lizard and
Thorny Devil. Conclude with a panoramic
view of Alice Springs and the surrounding
ranges from the top of Anzac Hill. Departs: DAILY 7.30am
from Alice Springs
Departs: DAILY 2.00pm Arrives: 1.00pm
Returns: 6.00pm at Ayers Rock Resort
Adult $79 Child $40 Adult $155 Child $80
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Palm Valley, Finke Gorge National Park
WestMacDonnellRanges WestMacDonnellRanges
&DesertPark &Gorges
FULL DAY Code:A7D FULL DAY Code:A9
Travel West from Alice Springs following Travel west from Alice Springs following
the spectacular West MacDonnell the spectacular West MacDonnell
Ranges. Pass the John Flynn Memorial Ranges. Pass the John Flynn Memorial.
(founder of the Royal Flying Doctor Stop at Simpsons Gap with its lovely red
Service). Our first stop is at Simpsons gum scenery. Continue on to magical
Gap then continue to Angkerle Angkerle (Standley Chasm). Walk into the
(Standley Chasm). Walk along the chasm along the stony watercourse lined
stony watercourse lined with cycads, with cycads, ghost gums, acacias and
ghost gums, cypress pines and acacias. cypress pines. Travel to Ellery Creek Big
A light lunch will be provided before Hole before arriving at Ormiston Gorge.
you depart for Alice Springs Desert We travel on to Glen Helen Gorge, a semi
Park. Explore and discover many of the permanent waterhole. Depending on the
secrets of the Central Australian deserts. time of the year a refreshing swim may be
Visit the Nocturnal House and witness possible at one of the waterholes visited.
free-flying birds of prey in the nature At Glen Helen Homestead we include a
theatre at the Birds of Prey Presentation. Ploughman’s lunch with fresh damper.
Afterwards you will be transferred back You have the opportunity to take in the
to Alice Springs. L spectacular views by helicopter (own
expense). Nearby is the Mt. Sonder
Departs: DAILY 7.30am lookout. This beautiful mountain was the
Returns: Open (last transfer 6.00pm) subject of many paintings by the famed
Aboriginal artist and Arnada tribesman,
Adult $109 Child $55 the late Albert Namatjira. We travel past
the famous twin ghost gums on our way
WestMacDonnellRanges back into Alice Springs. L
&TownTour
ULL DAY
F Code:A13
Departs: DAILY 7.30am
Travel West from Alice Springs following Returns: 5.00pm
the West MacDonnell Ranges. Stop
at Simpsons Gap then onto Angkerle Adult $129 Child $65
(Standley Chasm). Walk along the stony
watercourse lined with cycads, ghost WestMacDonnellRanges
gums, cypress pines and acacias. A light
lunch will be provided before your return ALF DAY
H Code:A7
to Alice Springs. Tour the sights of ‘The Travel West from Alice Springs following
Alice’ including the historic Telegraph the spectacular West MacDonnell
Station, Royal Flying Doctor Service Ranges. Pass the John Flynn Memorial
and School of the Air. Stop at the Alice (founder of the Royal Flying Doctor
Springs Reptile Centre where you will see Service). Our first stop is at Simpsons
unique Central Australian reptiles such Gap and then continue to Angkerle
as the Perentie Lizard and Thorny Devil. (Standley Chasm). Walk along the stony
Conclude with a panoramic view of Alice watercourse lined with cycads, ghost
Springs from the top of Anzac Hill. L gums, cypress pines and acacias. A light
lunch will be provided before you return
to Alice Springs. L
Departs: DAILY 7.30am Departs: DAILY 7.30am
Returns: 6.00pm Returns: 12.00pm
Adult $139 Child $70 Adult $75 Child $40
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Darwin
KakaduNationalPark LitchfieldNationalPark
FULL DAY Code:D4 FULL DAY Code:D5
Approximately 257km east of Darwin lies We follow the Stuart Highway via the
one of Australia’s best known treasures, township of Batchelor to Litchfield
Kakadu National Park. Leaving Darwin, we National Park where we will visit the main
travel on the Arnhem Highway across the falls. First stop is Florence Falls, where
Adelaide River and Marrakai Plains. Stop you have the opportunity for a scenic
at Nourlangie Rock, where your Guide and interpretive bush and monsoon vine
will lead a walk to view ancient Aboriginal forest walk. There is also the chance for
rock art. After lunch we join our local a swim by making your way down the
guide for a cruise on the famous Yellow stairs to the plunge pool below. Travel
Water Billabong. Search for saltwater on to Tolmer Falls for a magnificent
crocodiles and the colourful range of view of the water cascading down to
birdlife for which this region is renowned. the deep waterhole at the base of the
Visit the Warradjan Cultural Centre and falls. Finally we visit Wangi Falls, with its
view the informative displays depicting large crystal clear pool, another relaxing
the traditions of the Aboriginal people spot for a swim. A great day for taking
in Kakadu, before returning to Darwin. L many fascinating photos, including the
*National Park Entry Fee. See Conditions. amazing stand of termite mounds.
A picnic lunch is included today. L
Departs: DAILY 6.30am
Returns: 7.30pm Departs: DAILY 7.15am
Returns: 6.00pm
Adult $215 + $25*=$240
Child $110 Adult $135 Child $70
MorningTerritoryWildlifePark Afternoon
&Cruise JumpingCrocodileCruise
HALF DAY Code:D1H ALF DAY
H Code:D2
You will have 4 hours to explore the This afternoon join the famous Adelaide
many exhibits in this award-winning River Jumping Crocodile Cruise. Your
park, including the nocturnal house, the local guide will entice the crocodiles to
aquarium with viewing tunnel, aviaries, leap out of the water. The cruise will
birds of prey display and more. Wander enable you to see these prehistoric
around in your own time or accompany creatures at close range. Continue to the
your guide for an informative overview Window on the Wetlands Visitor Centre
of the habitats and wildlife of the Top for views over the Marrakai Plains and
End. Later, board the specially designed then on to Fogg Dam Nature Reserve,
vessel ‘Snubfin’ for the 90 minute cruise before returning to Darwin.
through Darwin Harbour to Stokes Hill
Wharf. Enjoy an exhilarating boat ride Departs: DAILY 12.45pm
via the Blackmore River. Visit a crocodile Returns: 6.30pm
trap, try your luck with a mud crab pot
and witness the majesty of any birds Adult $115 Child $60
and wildlife that may appear.
Add-on an Afternoon City Sights Tour.
Code D44: Adult $215 Child $145
Departs: DAILY 7.30am
Returns: 2.30pm
Adult $155 Child $110 Crocodile Spotting
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Katherine Gorge Cruise
KatherineGorge&EdithFalls TiwiIslands
FULL DAY Code:D11 AboriginalCulturalExperience
FULL DAY Code:DB01
We travel south through tropical country,
passing former WWII airstrips en route to The Tiwi Islands are home to coastal island
Adelaide River. We make a short stop at Aborigines with permanent smiles. A day
the Adelaide River War Cemetery, a site tour will provide you with an insight into
dedicated to those killed in the air raids the Tiwi people’s culture and lifestyle.
in Darwin in the 1940’s. Continue to Edith Make your way to the General Aviation
Falls, where there is time for a refreshing Terminal, Darwin Airport by 7.30am (own
swim in the waterhole beneath the falls expense). Depart at 8.00am for the 30
(conditions permitting). After lunch minute flight to Bathurst Island to join a
we join a 2 hour scenic cruise through guided journey through the modern day
Katherine Gorge in Nitmiluk National Park, Aboriginal community of Nguiu. Visit the
with a chance to see fresh water crocodiles museum with its displays of traditional
sunning themselves on the banks of the art and depictions of the Tiwi ‘Dreamtime’
river and many interesting species of bird stories and the Early Mission Precinct
life. Our tour of the first two gorges takes with its unique Tiwi style Catholic Church.
us past sheer rock walls and requires a Visit the Art Centres for the opportunity
short walk to reach the second gorge. to purchase Tiwi art at island prices. At
Enjoy a brief tour of Katherine, the third morning tea spend time with our guides
largest town in the Territory and hub of and Tiwi ladies enjoying billy tea and
the region’s cattle and farming industries. damper. Witness traditional totem dances
Travel via Pine Creek, a historic gold and hear about the meanings behind them.
mining town, before an evening stop is Attend a smoking ceremony to bless the
made at Adelaide River where you may visitors. Visit a Tiwi burial site and learn
purchase dinner (own expense) before some of the complex rituals associated
returning to Darwin. You may like to with the Pukamani Poles (burial poles). L
sample the famous ‘Barra and Chips’. L
Departs: Mon – Fri
Departs: Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat 7.30am (Feb – mid-Dec)
6.30am (May – Oct) Returns: 5.15pm to Darwin
Tue, Thu, Sat (Nov – Apr) General Aviation Airport
Returns: 8.30pm
Adult $259 Child $209
Adult $209 Child $105 + $239 flight + $239 flight
MorningTerritoryWildlifePark AfternoonCitySightsTour
ALF DAY
H Code:D1 ALF DAY
H Code:D12
Visit the multi-award-winning Territory Join a city sights tour this afternoon with
Wildlife Park. Discover some of the expert commentary by a local guide. See
Northern Territory’s most elusive the Chinese Temple and the lush Botanic
animals in the Nocturnal House. Enjoy Gardens. Tour the historic sites of the city
spectacular views of barramundi and including the East Point Military Precinct.
other fish from the underwater, walk- See the Stokes Hill Wharf area, Mooring
through aquarium. Take the elevated Basin and the Museum and Art Gallery
monsoon forest walk and see the exciting of the Northern Territory.
‘Birds of Prey’ display. Add-on a Indigenous Sunset Dreaming Cruise.
Code D12C: Adult $145 Child $80
Departs: DAILY 7.30am Departs: DAILY 2.00pm
Returns: 1.30pm Returns: 6.00pm
Adult $85 Child $45 Adult $69 Child $35
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Perth
The Pinnacles
PinnaclesDesert
with4x4Adventure
FULL DAY Code:P654
Kings Park, Perth
A great day to see the natural contrasts
of beach and desert. Take a walk on the
PerthHighlightswithRiverCruise pristine Cervantes white sand beach
HALF DAY Code:P672 (where lunch is included) then see the
Tour the highlights of Perth then travel dramatic Pinnacles Desert – arid, vast
to Fremantle, an historic seaside town of seemingly lifeless yet inhabited by
strange limestone pillars rising through
convict history, glorious alfresco outdoor
the sand. The thrilling adventure of 4
dining, modern ocean racing yachts,
wheel driving off-road at the Lancelin
terrace houses, museums and galleries,
sand dunes, is an supreme way of
set between the Indian Ocean and the
discovering this awesome environment.
Swan River. Highlights include The WACA
Highlights include Namburg National Park,
– Western Australia Cricket Ground,
Caversham Wildlife Park, 4 wheel driving
Kings Park, Cottesloe Beach, cruise from
across and down the massive Lancelin
Fremantle to Perth, Perth Mint, the Swan
sand dunes, sand boarding down the
Bell Tower and Barrack Street Jetty.
dunes, guided walk through the Pinnacles
desert limestone pillars. L
Departs: DAILY 8.00am Departs: DAILY 8.00am
Returns: 12.30pm Returns: 7.30pm
Adult $107 Child $53 Adult $217 Child $109
Wave Rock Margaret River Vineyards
WaveRock MargaretRiver
FULL DAY Code:P686 FULL DAY Code:P688
Cross the Swan River Causeway and Taste the wines and explore vast
pass Burswood Casino and Resort and underground caves in a day of discovery
head east and follow the sun on to the along this Indian Ocean coastline. Visit
Great Eastern Highway. Climb the Darling Xanadu Winery, one of the region’s oldest
Ranges. Visit historic York, original and and taste from a selection of fine Australian
untouched centre of the Avon Valley. See wines. Enjoy a genuine Australian picnic
the town of Corrigin, noted for the ‘dog style lunch. Enjoy a guided tour of
in the ute’ national record, Hyden – town Mammoth Cave, one of the hundreds of
centre for Wave Rock, rock formations spectacular limestone cave formations of
of Hippo’s Yawn. Enjoy a picnic lunch at this cape region. View Cape Leeuwin Light
Wave Rock Wildflowers shop and take an House, the dividing point between the
Aboriginal guided tour along the base and Southern and Indian Oceans. Visit Busselton
over the top of Wave Rock. See marvellous with its long wooden jetty on the shores of
views of Perth’s evening lights from the Geographe Bay. A dinner stop will be made
Darling Ranges on your return to Perth. L at the Busselton Jetty (own expense). L
Departs: DAILY 8.00am Departs: DAILY 8.00am
Returns: 8.30pm Returns: 9.30pm
Adult $217 Child $109 Adult $222 Child $110
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Adelaide
Seal Bay, Kangaroo Island
Barossa Valley Vineyards Remarkable Rocks
ADayintheBarossaValley KangarooIslandHighlights
FULL DAY Code:AS2 FULL DAY Code:HTCC
The Barossa Valley is Australia’s largest Your tour begins with a scenic coach trip
wine producing region, boasting over 100 down through the Fleurieu Peninsula to
vineyards. Savour world-class wine at four Cape Jervis. You’ll then board SeaLink’s
of our hand-selected premium wineries; fast ferry for the 45 minute crossing
take a walking tour of a historical vineyard to Kangaroo Island. On arrival, settle
and learn about viticulture. Unearth the back in the comfort of your coach and
acoustic secrets of the Whispering Wall. view the scenery on your way to Seal
Morning tea and a delicious two-course Bay where you will enjoy a beach walk
Barossa style lunch are included where among a breeding colony of Australian
you can relax and enjoy views of some of sea lions. After a two course lunch we
the most prestigious vineyards Australia head to Flinders Chase National Park for
has to offer. L the rest of the afternoon. Walk along the
rugged southern coastline on specially
Departs: Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat 9.30am constructed walkways to Remarkable
Returns: 5.30pm Rocks and Admirals Arch. Admirals Arch
boardwalk takes you down a rugged cliff
Adult $135 Child $63 face to confront a spectacular rock arch
and a nursery haven for fur seals. Your
MorningAdelaideCityTour Kangaroo Island Highlights experience
comes to a conclusion at ferry terminal
HALF DAY Code:AS14
for your return journey to Adelaide. L
On your morning sightseeing tour see
the highlights of the city, Victoria Square, Departs: DAILY 6.45am
Gouger Street, The grand boulevard of Returns: 10.45pm
King William Street. The Terraces – north,
south, east and west that separate the city Adult $248 Child $159
from the greenbelts. See parks, gardens,
River Torrens, Parliament House, State RiverMurrayHighlightsCruise
Library, with the Bradman collection,
and the Trinity Church, Adelaide’s oldest FULL DAY Code:AS23
church. Visit Haigh’s Chocolates* and Relax while taking a luncheon cruise
enjoy complimentary tea or coffee along the historic Murray River. Gain
accompanied by fine Haigh’s chocolates. an insight into this unique river system
Visit Glenelg, Rundle Mall, Adelaide Oval, with its magnificent landscapes and
one of Australia’s most notable cricket spectacular cliffs. Then travel alongside
grounds and Colonel Light’s Lookout on the Murray River in your coach with
Montefiore Hill, affording spectacular expert commentary by local driver guide,
views over Adelaide. taking in spectacular views and stopping
*Not available Sunday. regularly for great photo opportunities. L
Departs: DAILY 9.30am Departs: Mon, Fri 9.30am
Returns: 12.15pm Returns: 5.30pm
Adult $62 Child $31 Adult $142 Child $71
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Brisbane
& Gold Coast Gold Coast
O’Reilly’s&Mt.Tamborine CrocodileExpress
FULL DAY Code:B33/G33 FULL DAY Code:B7/G7
Take in the spectacular panoramic views The Sunshine Coast, home of Australia
of the Gold Coast from Mt. Tamborine, Zoo, has been a popular holiday
then on to O’Reilly’s were you will playground for Australians and visitors
traverse old logging tracks and hear of alike. This tour goes directly to and
the epic adventures of early settlers. from Australia Zoo, made famous by
Walk through the treetops 16 metres the antics of the late Steve Irwin (The
above the forest floor, before returning to Crocodile Hunter) and Terri Irwin and
your hotel via Canungra Valley Vineyards. their global documentaries. You will have
time to experience the best of Australia
Zoo. Spend almost 6 hours seeing
Departs: DAILY 8.45am Brisbane the many shows and demonstrations
9.00am Gold Coast including crocodile feeding and snake
Returns: 6.00pm Brisbane handling. The handlers even walk some
4.30pm Gold Coast animals through the park so you can
Adult $93 Child $57 get up close and personal. The Zoo
has a team of over 500, who believe in
conservation through exciting education,
Brisbane’sBestTour who will ensure you have a wildlife
FULL DAY Code:B84/G84 experience you’ll never forget.
Tour by coach through the CBD past
prominent buildings and feel the Departs: DAILY 8.45am Brisbane
heartbeat of Brisbane past and present. 8.00am Gold Coast
You will tour past many historical and Returns: 5.30pm Brisbane
significant architectural buildings, 6.30pm Gold Coast
including City Hall, Parliament House,
St. John’s Cathedral, Treasury Casino Adult $126 Child $82
and much more. Enjoy morning tea by
the river at the Breakfast Creek Hotel SunshineCoast&Noosa
and explore the grounds of Newstead
FULL DAY Code:B11/G11
House, Queensland’s oldest residence
with its wide colonial verandahs The Sunshine Coast is the holiday
overlooking the river. Cruise up the river, destination for many Australians. Its
past prestigious suburbs and historic magnificent beaches and relaxed yet
buildings including the magnificent sophisticated lifestyle has also made
sandstone buildings of Customs House. it a magnet for international visitors.
Cruise under the Story Bridge and past This tour showcases the diversity and
the Kangaroo Point Cliffs to South Bank. beauty of the Sunshine Coast. You will
In the afternoon visit Lone Pine Koala visit Noosa Heads and Hastings Street
Sanctuary where you will have the before following the coast to Mooloolaba.
opportunity to ‘cuddle a koala’. On your Mooloolaba is derived from the aboriginal
return to the city you will visit Mt. Coot- word meaning ‘Schnapper Fish’ and has
tha Lookout and take in views spanning its own attractions and atmosphere with
the Great Dividing Range to the west and numerous sidewalk cafés, bars and of
Moreton Bay and Islands in the east. course, Underwater World.
Departs: DAILY 9.15am Brisbane Departs: DAILY 8.45am Brisbane
8.00am Gold Coast 8.00am Gold Coast
Returns: 4.15pm Brisbane Returns: 5.15pm Brisbane
6.00pm Gold Coast 6.30pm Gold Coast
Adult $143 Child $90 Adult $109 Child $70
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Cairns
Kuranda Scenic Railway
KurandaRail&Skyrail
FULL DAY Code:KQS
You will be transferred to Freshwater
Snorkelling, Great Barrier Reef
Railway Station to board your train. This
journey will take you through hand-hewn
OuterBarrierReefCruise
tunnels and across bridges with amazing
FULL DAY Code:CRMC views. Stop at Barron Gorge to view the
Enjoy a day at Queensland’s amazing falls before arriving at beautiful Kuranda
Great Barrier Reef with 5 full hours station. The remainder of the day is
at Marine World on the Outer Barrier free for you to explore the Village in the
Reef. Relax on deck, enjoy diving, Rainforest. Visit the Heritage Markets,
snorkelling, semi-sub tours and which operate daily, or perhaps visit
underwater observatory including fish the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary,
feeding display and listen to an onboard Birdworld or the Kuranda Koala Gardens
briefing including Great Barrier Reef (own expense). At the scheduled time,
presentation by our marine naturalist. board Skyrail for the world’s most
Diving, guided snorkel tours and scenic beautiful rainforest experience. Glide
helicopter flights available. A tropical over the rainforest canopy and take
buffet lunch is included as well as advantage of the two stops en route to
morning and afternoon tea. L enjoy a walk through the rainforest or
visit the CSIRO Interpretive Centre.
Departs: DAILY 9.00am from Wharf Departs: DAILY 7.00am
Returns: 5.15pm to Wharf Returns: 3.30pm
Adult $180 Child $90 Adult $143 Child $75
CapeTribulation,Daintree KurandaRail,Skyrail&Tjapukai
&MossmanGorge FULL DAY Code:KQST
FULL DAY Code:CTR
You will be transferred from your hotel
Travel along one of Australia’s great to Freshwater Station, where you will
scenic highways before arriving at the board the Kuranda Scenic Rail for a
Daintree River. Cross the Daintree River breathtaking journey on one of the
and visit the Daintree Environmental world’s most scenic operational rail
Centre for morning tea. A guide will take journeys. On arrival in Kuranda explore
you on a boardwalk and explain some the Village in the Rainforest and its many
of the fascinating secrets of one of the attractions, including the Heritage Markets
world’s oldest rainforests. Continue on to which operate daily. After enjoying
Cape Tribulation Beach then stop for lunch the world’s most beautiful rainforest
in a rainforest setting. Join a calm water experience, take a short walk to the
cruise on the Daintree River observing the fascinating Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural
wildlife that inhabits the environment. You Park. Upon arrival you will be greeted
may also see the elusive and fearsome by your indigenous guide who will escort
estuarine saltwater crocodile! The cruise you through the park as you discover
terminates in Daintree Village, where this ancient culture through theatres,
you will board your coach for the return stage shows and demonstrations before
journey to Cairns, stopping at Mossman boarding your coach for the return to
Gorge en route. L your accommodation.
Departs: DAILY 7.00am Departs: DAILY 8.00am
Returns: 6.00pm Returns: 5.30pm
Adult $176 Child $116 Adult $178 Child $92
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CONDITIONS
Prices and Itineraries otherwise, that may affect your enjoyment of the tour or
This brochure is effective from 01 April 2011 – 31 March 2012. its enjoyment by others. Failure to do so may result in the
Prices shown are in Australian currency, include GST and termination of your travel arrangements without any liability
supersede all prices previously advertised. The operator on the part of AAT Kings.
reserves the right to cancel tours and amend prices, AAT Kings reserves the right at its discretion to exclude from
itineraries and days of operation as required. All prices are a tour, or to terminate the travel arrangements during the
valid subject to Government and fuel surcharges. Clients are course of the tour without refund, of anyone who:
strongly advised to take out travel insurance. At times it may
be necessary to provide alternative transport. Refunds are not • is unable to cope with the requirements of coach tour travel
available for wet weather or for changing weather conditions. or who may need or require services or facilities that are
not available
Select Sightseeing Pass
Prices are per Adult/Child. Pass must be booked and paid in • fails to comply with the reasonable instructions of AAT Kings
full paid at time of booking prior to arrival into Australia or personnel
commencement of the first tour. Pass is valid for 12 months • engages in illegal or undesirable behaviour or interferes
from the time of purchase and any unused portions will be with the enjoyment of or jeopardises the safety of other
deemed void after 12 months. Pass excludes Uluru – Kata participants.
Tjuta and Kakadu National Park fees. Free Morning Bondi or Anyone so excluded will be required to disembark at a safe
Melbourne City Tour is available to single pass holders only and public location, transport from which will be wholly their
is subject to availability at time of booking. We recommend all responsibility.
tour bookings be made at least 24 hours in advance especially
during peak season. No refunds will be issued on unused You agree that AAT Kings is released from all liability for, and
portions of the Select Sightseeing Pass. AAT Kings reserves the you agree not to hold AAT Kings responsible for termination
right to cancel tours within 24 hours prior to departure. of your travel arrangements in accordance with the previous
condition, or any decision made by AAT Kings or by any
National Park Entry Fees service provider who refuses to provide you with special
This fee is included with tours that enter the National Park of accommodation facilities or services that are not available
Uluru – Kata Tjuta (valid 3 consecutive days) and Kakadu (valid or who refuses to carry you by reason of any disability or
14 consecutive days). The entry fee is $25 per adult, per park medical condition.
and is an additional compulsory charge at time of booking.
This is a government charge and is subject to change without Cancellations
notice. Children 15 years and under are not required to pay the Cancellation fees will be levied relative to the
entry fee. You must carry your ticket with you every time you amount of notice given: Under 6 days and over
enter the National Park or you will be required to purchase 24 hours notice – 50% plus your deposit, within 24 hours or
another ticket. where no notice is given – 100%.
Smoking Important
Government regulations prohibit smoking inside tourist All cruises and non-coach movements are not operated by
coaches within Australia. Please restrict smoking to the AAT Kings Tours, nor by persons or companies associated
stops en route. with AAT Kings Tours. Therefore we cannot and do not take
Overseas and Interstate Clients any responsibility whatsoever for any injury or loss of
Please confirm your bookings at least 24 hours prior to the any type arising in any manner, including whether as a result
date of travel. of negligence or otherwise.
Tour Participation, Exclusion and Release Selected tours in this brochure are not operated by AAT Kings.
Children 2-15 years of age travel at 50% off adult prices on AAT Kings cannot be held responsible for services provided
some tours. Infants up to and including 1 year old are free by these operators.
of charge. Clients with disabilities are welcome on AAT Kings The information in this booklet was, to the best of our
tours provided they are accompanied by an able-bodied knowledge, correct at the time of printing, but we cannot
companion and do not require special assistance from be held responsible or liable for any subsequent changes
AAT Kings personnel. You must advise AAT Kings at the time to the contents of it nor for any claims arising in relation to
of booking if you are affected by any condition, medical or information supplied herein. Lic. No. 2TA4687
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