20 Day Western Discovery
Over 20 days AAT Kings will take you to Darwin, Katherine Gorge, El Questro, Geike Gorge, Broome, Monkey Mia, Shell Beach, Perth & more on its escorted Western Discovery.
- Wildflower season (Aug-Nov) determined by Mother Nature
- Cruise Katherine Gorge
- Visit Argyle Downs Homestead
- Ord River wildlife cruise
- Visit a Sandalwood oil factory
- Parry Lagoon Nature Reserve
- Hidden Valley National Park
- Cruise Chamberlain Gorge
- Lirrgarn Argyle Diamond Mine
- Cruise Geikie Gorge
- Open Cut Iron Ore Mine
- See Ningaloo Reef
- Meet Monkey Mia's dolphins
- Explore the Pinnacles
- INCLUDED Aboriginal cultural experience
- Wildflower viewing
- 'You are invited' experience
PREMIUM HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS
Quality Touring
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DATES & PRICES |
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| Tour Dates | |
| Departs on | Returns on |
| 2012 | |
| $7755 | |
| 10 Apr | 29 Apr |
| 22 May | 10 Jun |
| 03 Jul | 22 Jul |
| 14 Aug | 02 Sep |
| 25 Sep | 14 Oct |
| Red shaded dates are Guaranteed Departures | |
| Prices AUD | Land Content Only | |
| Single Supplement | $2119 | |
| Child 15 years and under | Save | $775 |
| Triple Share | Save | $390 |
| Concession Card Holders | Save | $75 |
| Note: Itinerary & departure dates may change from 01/04/13. Price is guaranteed upon payment of deposit. | ||
SAMPLE ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrive Darwin
On arrival in Darwin you will be transferred to your hotel. This afternoon join a tour of the city including a visit to the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory. Enjoy a welcome drink and dinner with your Tour Director and fellow travelling companions.
Hotel: Mantra on the Esplanade, Darwin. D
Day 2: Katherine Gorge
Head south towards Katherine. Stop at the Adelaide River War Cemetery. This afternoon enjoy a cruise through spectacular Katherine Gorge in Nitmiluk National Park. Our cruise features the gorge at its finest, as the walls reflect the colours of the late afternoon sun. Hotel: Paraway Motel, Katherine. B D
Day 3: Ord River Cruise
Travel via Timber Creek and Victoria River across vast cattle stations into Western Australia. Visit the historic Argyle Downs Homestead. Join a cruise along the Ord River from mighty Lake Argyle to Kununurra. This permanent water supply has formed wetland areas, which have become havens for myriads of birds and a variety of marsupials that inhabit the islands in the lake.
Hotel: Kununurra Country Club Resort,Kununurra, 2 nights. B D
Day 4: Kununurra
See the Ord River Irrigation Scheme and Hidden Valley National Park. Admire the views from Kelly’s Knob Lookout. Learn all about sandalwood industry from soil to oil when we visit the Sandalwood Factory at Mount Romance.You are invited tonight by the Dessert family to at the Hoochery Rum Distilleryfor an exclusive gourmet barbecue. You’ll taste the rum and learn about the distillery and the local way of life. B D
Day 5: El Questro
See the birdlife at Parry Lagoon Nature Reserve (weather permitting) then continue to Wyndham to the 5 Rivers Lookout. View the Dreamtime Statues and rock art at Warriu Park.
Hotel: Emma Gorge Resort, tented Cabins with private facilities, El Questro, 2 nights. B D
Day 6: El Questro
Cruise through Chamberlain Gorge. At Emma Gorge Resort there is time to sit by the pool or to hike into Emma Gorge for a refreshing swim. B D
Day 7: Lirrgarn Argyle Diamond Mine
Visit the Lirrgarn Argyle Diamond Mine for a guided tour of the world’s largest diamond mine. Continue to Halls Creek.
Hotel: Kimberley Hotel, Halls Creek. B L D
Day 8: Geikie Gorge
Travel through the Kimberley to the remote township of Fitzroy Crossing. This afternoon enjoy a cruise through spectacular Geikie Gorge, formed by the waters of the Fitzroy River tunnelling through the Napier Range.
Hotel: Fitzroy River Lodge, Fitzroy Crossing. B L D
Day 9: Derby - Broome
Travel to the port of Derby and see the famous Boab Prison Tree. Continue to the tropical resort town of Broome.
Hotel: Cable Beach Club Resort, Broome, 2 nights. D
Day 10: Broome 'Free Time'
Today is at leisure to explore this tropical hideaway. Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the 22 kilometres of pristine sand and swim in the turquoise blue water that is Cable Beach. Wander through Chinatown or shop for pearls. This evening sit back, relax and watch the spectacular sunset over the Indian Ocean. Or you may liketo take a camel ride along Cable Beach.Ask your Tour Director for details. B
Day 11: Karratha
Skirt the edge of the Great Sandy Desert, a desolate land of spinifex and sand hills. We continue to Karratha, headquarters of the North West Shelf Project.
Hotel: All Seasons, Karratha. B D
Day 12: The Pilbara
Today we leave Karratha and travel into Karijini National Park with its deep red gorges, secluded emerald rock pools and ice blue waterfalls, for a night in our unique Eco Tents with their own ensuites.
Hotel: Karijini Eco Retreat, deluxe eco tents with en suites, Karijini NP. B D
Day 13: Karijini National Park
We continue to explore Karijini National Park. The spectacular gorges, waterfalls and rock pools provide a contrast to the red Pilbara landscape. Later, we travel to Tom Price for a guided tour of the Pilbara Open Cut Iron Ore Mine.
Hotel: Windawarri lodge, Tom Price. B L D
Day 14: North West Cape
Today visit Giralia Station, an area of outstanding biodiversity with many different species of flora and fauna, some of which are unique to the station. Travel to Exmouth, situated on the boundary of Cape Range National Park and the Ningaloo Marine Park.
Hotel: Potshot Hotel Resort, Exmouth B L D
Day 15: Ningaloo Reef - Carnarvon
Travel to Coral Bay and board a sub-sea viewer over the Ningaloo Reef, Western Australia’s largest coral reef, to observe the abundance of marine life that inhabits these tropical waters. We continue to Carnarvon, the fruit bowl of the west.
Hotel: Fascine Lodge, Carnarvon. B D
Day 16: Shell Beach - Monkey Mia
Visit Hamelin Pool to see the world’s best known colony of Stromatolites, dating back to the beginning of life on earth. Stop at Shell Beach en route to Monkey Mia.
Hotel: Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort,2 nights. B D
Day 17: Monkey Mia
Early this morning watch for the dolphins that swim into shore to mingle with the people. (Note: As dolphins are wild their appearance cannot be guaranteed.) The remainder of your day is at leisure. B
Day 18: Kalbarri - Geraldton
We continue south along the North West coastal highway to Geraldton.
Hotel: All Seasons Geraldton, Geraldton. B D
Day 19: The Pinnacles
In Nambung National Park view the spectacular, mystical Pinnacles.Continue to Yanchep National Park where you will enjoy an Aboriginal cultural experience. Meet Aboriginal guides who will share with you their way of life in a traditional community.
Hotel: Travelodge Perth, Perth. B D
Day 20: Depart Perth
Enjoy a guided tour of the highlights of Perth before being transferred to Perth Airport for your onward flight. B
