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East Coast & Northern Territory - Contrast Reef and Rock |
14 Day tour from A$2669 (Land
only) Code RRSAM
(Dates and Rates)
Day 1: Sydney to Coffs Harbour: Meet your Contiki crew and before heading across the famous Sydney Harbour Bridge, we’ll make a photostop taking in the harbour and Opera House. Then to the picturesque vineyards of the Hunter Valley to sample some of the local Hunter wines before continuing along the ‘holiday coast’ to our accommodation at Coffs Harbour. Then it’s playtime - a drink, a dip or maybe a stroll along the beach. Resort
Day 2: Coffs Harbour to Surfers Paradise: Heading northwards, we’ll stop at Cape Byron, Australia’s most easterly point. Then onto trendy Byron Bay where you can shop or swim. By evening, we’ll have crossed the Queensland border arriving at Surfers Paradise. After dinner, try your luck at Jupiter’s Casino! (B)
Day 3: Surfers Paradise: So much to do in the name of leisure. Here goes! Relax on 42km (26miles) of white sand beaches, or if you’re feeling adventurous – why not try a tandem skydive or a Harley Davidson ride. All are available in Australia’s biggest playground. Hotel
Day 4: Surfers Paradise to Country Homestead: First up we’ll take in the sights and sounds of Brisbane, before heading into the fertile farming lands of the Darling Downs. Enjoy a good ol’ Aussie ‘knees-up’ tonight at our Country Homestead. (B,D) Country Homestead
Day 5: Country Homestead to Fraser Island: After a hearty breakfast we travel to the Sunshine Coast to visit Noosa with free time for a swim and shopping before continuing onto one of nature's greatest wonders, Fraser Island. Eco Lodge (B,D)
Day 6: Fraser Island: A full day free to explore the world's largest sand island known for its unusual fresh water lakes, the tropical rainforest and beautiful beaches. Eco Lodge
Day 7: Fraser Island to Capricorn Coast: Return to the mainland and travel along the Capricorn Coast into the heart of Australia's beef industry to the garden city of Rockhampton, the gateway to the Tropics. This evening why not come face-to-fang with huge estuarine crocodiles at the Koorana Crocodile Farm? Hotel (B)
Day 8: Capricorn Coast to the Whitsundays: On our way to Airlie Beach, gateway to the Whitsundays, we’ll visit Mackay – Australia’s sugar capital. Boarding our launch at Shute Harbour, we make the short journey to Long Island one of the jewels of the Whitsundays. (B,D) Resort
Day 9: Whitsundays: Today’s your chance to experience the Great Barrier Reef with an optional full day reef cruise. Snorkel amongst the coral and tropical fish that make the reef their home. This evening why not sip a cocktail as you watch the glorious sunset. Resort
Day 10: Whitsundays to Uluru: We leave the tropical wonders of the Whitsundays for the arid Red Centre. Our flight takes us via Cairns straight to Alice Springs. We then drive past mysterious Mt. Connor en route to Uluru. Lodge
Day 11: Uluru: Uluru National Park and the famous ‘big rock’ await. We’ll watch the amazing warm hues of an Uluru sunrise, followed by a visit to the excellent Cultural Center housing a display of information on Aboriginal history and culture. Then why not jump on the back of a Harley Davidson motorcycle to take in more of the Spinifex plains? Maybe take a flight over the area or challenge the vertical and climb Uluru? Later time for a swim and to enjoy a glass of bubbly to toast the Uluru sunset. (B) Lodge
Day 12: Uluru to Kings Creek Station: A last look at Uluru before we drive to the mysterious rock formations known as Kata Tjuta or the Olgas. Hike through the Valley of the Winds or Olga Gorge. This afternoon we’re off to Kings Creek Station adjacent to Watarrka National Park. A chance to explore this working cattle and camel station by quad bikes. Enjoy food cooked in true outback style, before rolling out your sleeping swag under a blanket of brilliant stars. (B,D) Outback bush camp
Day 13: Kings Creek Station to Alice Springs: Up early to take in the stunning sights as we wander along the ridge of Kings Canyon and discover the Garden of Eden and the Lost City. Then onwards to Alice Springs. Tonight why not enjoy a ‘drovers blowout’ dinner? Try outback delicacies like crocodile and emu. (B) Hotel
Day 14: Alice Springs: This morning there is the chance to watch dawn break over the MacDonnell Ranges from a hot air balloon before taking in the local sights of Alice Springs. We’ll visit the ANZAC Hill Lookout and the original Alice Springs Telegraph Station. Time to say a final farewell as our tour ends in Alice Springs this afternoon.
Highlights - All these highlights along with city sightseeing are included in your tour price!
- Simpson's Gap: Visit the important Aboriginal cultural site, home to the blackfooted wallaby
- Erldunda & Mt. Ebenezer: See the unusually shaped Mt. Connor; Spot kangaroos in their natural habitat; Visit a traditional Outback Roadhouse
- Noosa: Visit the picturesque seaside town & beach
- Currumbin: Visit the wildlife sanctuary, cuddle a koala and see native Australian animals including kangaroos, emus, crocodiles, dingoes & Tasmanian devils
- Alice Springs: City sightseeing tour; See Alice Springs Telegraph Station; Visit ANZAC Hill lookout; Visit the Royal Flying Doctors; Visit the West MacDonnell National Park
- Mackay: Visit this major centre of the Australian sugar cane industry
- Farmstay: Enjoy a bush dance evening; Farm tour; See the farm animals & kangaroos; Stay on a traditional farmstay
- Kings Canyon: Hike along the canyon ridge; Visit Kings Canyon in Watarrka National Park; Visit the 'Garden of Eden' waterhole and the 'Lost City'
- Surfers Paradise: Visit Jupiter's Casino; Visit the 'Gold Coast' beaches
- Fraser Island: Enjoy the scenic boat trip to the island; Stay in the eco-village & enjoy the resort facilities; Stay on this World Heritage listed island
- Capricorn Coast: Rockhampton sightseeing tour; Visit & cross the Tropic of Capricorn
- Uluru: Hike the base of Uluru; Relax in the Yularu Resort; Uluru National Park entrance fee; Visit Kata Tjuta (The Olga's) & hike the Valley of the Winds; Visit the Uluru Cultural Centre; Visit Uluru at sunset and sunrise
- Kings Creek Station: Enjoy an evening bush camp; See the desert night sky & stars; Visit the cattle & camel station
- Sydney: See the Hawkesbury River & its oyster farms; See the Sydney Opera House & Harbour Bridge; Visit Mrs Macquarie's Chair for a panoramic view of Sydney Harbour
- Whitsundays: See native birdlife & wallabies; Stay on Long Island & enjoy all the resort facilities; Transfer boat to Long Island
- Brisbane: City sightseeing tour; See an Opal demonstration; See the Brisbane River & Southbank
- Coffs Harbour: See the Big Banana & banana plantations
- Airlie Beach: Visit the vibrant seaside town
- Byron Bay: Visit Cape Byron, Australia's most eastern point
Accommodation & Meals
13 nights in special Contiki accommodation based on quad share (twin share also available)
Flight from Whitsundays to Alice Springs via Cairns
Breakfasts (B) and Dinners (D) as per itinerary
Local taxes and service charges
Contiki Specials
Experienced Tour Managers and Drivers
Modern air conditioned coaches with toilet, reclining seats and video
Free Contiki ‘Travellers Checks’ information book
Free Contiki Document Wallet.
(Dates and Rates)
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