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AUSTRALIA’S BEST WITHOUT THE WEST<br />
Cairns Darwin or Sydney Darwin<br />
AUSTRALIA<br />
Darwin<br />
Kakadu N.P<br />
Litchfield N.P Katherine<br />
Mataranka<br />
Daly Waters<br />
Cairns<br />
Devils Marbles<br />
Tennant Creek<br />
Atherton Tablelands<br />
Shute Harbour<br />
The Whitsundays<br />
Simpsons Gap<br />
Airlie Beach<br />
Mackay<br />
Kings Canyon<br />
Alice Springs<br />
Capricorn Coast<br />
Kata Tjuta<br />
Cattle<br />
Station<br />
Uluru<br />
Fraser Island<br />
Noosa<br />
AUSTRALIA<br />
Brisbane<br />
Surfers Paradise<br />
Byron Bay<br />
Coffs Harbour<br />
Central Coast<br />
Blue Mountains<br />
Sydney<br />
Cairns to Darwin: tour Cairns to Sydney, fly to Alice Springs, tour to Darwin<br />
Darwin to Cairns: tour Darwin to Alice Springs, fly to Sydney, tour to Cairns<br />
Sydney to Darwin: tour Sydney to Cairns, fly to Alice Springs, tour to Darwin<br />
Darwin to Sydney: tour Darwin to Alice Springs, fly Cairns, tour to Sydney<br />
Highlights<br />
• Experience the Great Barrier Reef<br />
• Party on in Airlie Beach<br />
• Enjoy a cruise in the Whitsundays<br />
• Discover Fraser Island by 4WD<br />
• Learn to surf on the east coast<br />
• Hit the bright lights of Sydney<br />
• Explore Uluru and the Red Centre<br />
• Swim in the waterfalls of Kakadu N.P.<br />
Departures 2015<br />
With more than 80 departures year-round, let one of our <strong>Travel</strong><br />
Experts find the right departure for you<br />
Inclusions<br />
Accommodation: Multi-share / twin<br />
accommodation (22 nts), camping / swags (7<br />
nts) Transport: Private mini bus, plane (domestic<br />
flight not inc), 4WD vehicle Meals:18 breakfasts,<br />
15 lunches, 17 dinners Group Leader: Tour<br />
guides throughout Group Size: Max 20 East<br />
Coast, max 24 N.T. Note: The domestic flight<br />
between East Coast & N.T. is not inc & should<br />
be booked separately. Contact your <strong>STA</strong> <strong>Travel</strong><br />
Expert for the flight date, as these vary between<br />
departures. Access to some falls may be<br />
seasonal. Local payment of AUD $12.50 is due<br />
for the Twin Falls Boat Shuttle if choosing to<br />
upgrade to 4WD in Top End from Apr-Oct. Tour<br />
Code: CNSAUS (DRWAUS, DRWCNS,SYDAUS)<br />
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Red Centre & Top End Crocodile Rock<br />
(10 days Alice Springs to Darwin or vv)<br />
(ASPRED/DRWRED) see page 101 Fr $1,409<br />
Passengers receive a free upgrade<br />
to a 4WD trip in Kakadu National<br />
Park (subject to availability) Ask<br />
your <strong>STA</strong> <strong>Travel</strong> Expert for details.<br />
Embrace the unique beauty and extreme diversity of the wonderful land Down Under with<br />
this ‘Australia’s Best’ collection. On this incredible tour (which can be broken down into a<br />
number of different shorter itineraries) you will experience the dry desert, the lush tropics,<br />
the adventurous side of the East Coast, the party atmosphere of Queensland and the sharp<br />
contrast between dusty Outback towns and cosmopolitan cities. Camp out under the stars,<br />
sit and recall the day’s events around a campfire and enjoy a host of included activities. This<br />
really is Australia’s best!<br />
DAY<br />
01-02<br />
03-04<br />
05<br />
06-08<br />
09-10<br />
11-12<br />
ITINERARY<br />
Cairns / Atherton Tablelands<br />
Welcome to your East Coast adventure! Upon checking in at your Cairns accommodation you can opt<br />
to explore the city – the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef – or laze by the pool and sip on a cocktail.<br />
In the evening join your group for a welcome dinner and drinks. The next day head south through the<br />
stunning Atherton Tablelands to visit the magnificent Millaa Millaa Falls, the Curtain Fig Tree and the<br />
volcanic crater of Lake Eacham. In the evening arrive at your rainforest lodge in Yungaburra, nestled<br />
away from the coastline, amongst beautiful crater lakes, rainforest and tropical fruit farms. (B, 2D)<br />
Atherton Tablelands / Airlie Beach<br />
Start this morning participating in a platypus-spotting walk (there’s a 98% success rate in seeing<br />
the elusive platypus), with the option of biking in the neighbouring area then head to Airlie Beach,<br />
the base to the Whitsunday Islands. Spend Day 4 relaxing in Airlie Beach to rest up and take in the<br />
tropical atmosphere of this chilled out town. For those wanting a more action-packed experience you<br />
have the option to upgrade to a 2 day/1 night sailing experience. Sail on a maxi-yacht with young,<br />
fun-loving people and experience sleeping overnight on a fast sailing yacht. (2B, D)<br />
Whitsunday Islands<br />
Cruise through the magnificent Whitsunday Islands and relax on the catamaran’s boom net where you<br />
can watch the clear blue water break. Venture onto Whitsunday Island to take in the breathtaking<br />
seven kilometre-long Whitehaven Beach where you can snorkel, swim and even clean your jewellery<br />
with the pristine silica sand. For lunch, enjoy a boat BBQ and cruise around the area before returning<br />
to Airlie in the late afternoon. Check out the nightlife which makes Airlie Beach so famous. (B, L)<br />
Airlie Beach / Outback Cattle Station / Rainbow Beach<br />
This morning head to your Outback cattle station for two nights. In the evening settle around the<br />
campfire for a traditional camp oven dinner followed by a mechanical bull ride to bring out your inner<br />
cowboys and girls. Awake to the sounds of birds chirping for a day of Aussie Outback life as you try<br />
your hand at whip cracking, clay target shooting and lassoing and releasing a goat in a rodeo. Opt<br />
for a goat muster by horseback or quad bike through the cattle station. In between these activities<br />
experience a traditional Aussie BBQ to keep your energy levels up. After your final bush breakfast we<br />
head on south to Rainbow Beach – the gateway to World Heritage Fraser Island. (3B, 2L, 3D)<br />
Fraser Island<br />
Welcome to the largest sand island in the world, World Heritage Fraser Island. Your island adventure<br />
begins in the morning when your local guide picks you up in Rainbow. After a short ferry ride start<br />
two full days of four-wheel-driving on the roads of sand. During your stay you will have the chance<br />
to spot dingoes, swim in crystal clear freshwater lakes and explore the diverse landscapes in this<br />
unique habitat. Before heading to bed don’t forget to look up to enjoy the millions of stars. In the<br />
late afternoon of Day 11 return to Rainbow accommodation for a group dinner. (B, 2L, 2D)<br />
Rainbow Beach / Byron Bay<br />
Today you’ll hand-feed wild Pacific dolphins as they come into Tin Can Bay before designing and<br />
painting your own boomerang, a traditional Aboriginal hunting implement. Enjoy traditional foods<br />
with modern presentation in Yarra’s Bush Tucker Lunch; a fantastic opportunity to experience the<br />
true taste of Australia. It’s then onto Brisbane, the Queensland capital. The next day head to the<br />
famous hippie town of Byron Bay where your guide will take you on a town tour including a walk up<br />
to the famous lighthouse. Take in the relaxed vibe here before driving into your Spot X beachfront<br />
surf camp for the night. (L, 2D)<br />
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