eauty of Freycinet’s granite mountains and white, sandy beaches have also long been admired by naturalists, artists and writers and the area was reserved as a national park in 1916. We disembark in Coles Bay situated on the northern end of Great Oyster Bay with stunning views of the red and pink granite peaks known as The Hazards. We will view the picture postcard Wineglass bay with the option for a strenuos walk up Mt Amos. Day 18 - Flinders Island. This morning we land at Flinders Island situated 20 kilometres from the north-eastern tip of Tasmania. Much of the region is still exactly as Matthew Flinders found it when he first explored this area 200 years ago. It is easy to imagine walking back through the centuries as you explore the island’s beaches, mountains and plains. On a series of nature walks we will explore the island searching for the local flora of the shy bush, rock orchids, sheoak or Eucalypts. Two hundred species of birds, ranging from the tiny Superb Wren to the giant Wandering Albatross, have been recorded as visiting or living on Flinders Island. Whilst possums, wallabies and wombats may also be seen. Sail at lunchtime and enjoy an afternoon at sea. Day 19 - Melbourne. Arrive in Melbourne at breakfast and join a full day tour of the Great Ocean Road. On this glorious coastal drive we will visit Bells Beach, spot koalas in the wild, enjoy a guided tour of the Otways rainforest and marvel at the amazing rock formations of the Port Campbell National Park, including the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and London Bridge. Along the way we see pristine beaches and rugged rocky outcrops of the Great Ocean Road. For those that prefer to explore the famous wines of Victoria there will be a full day tour to the Yarra Valley. We will drive through the beautiful Blue Dandenongs seeing the traditional gardens and mountain ash forests before arriving at Yarra Valley for a tasting and a lunch at one of the vineyards. Day 20 - Wilson’s Promontory. Today we are in the Gippsland area of Victoria. Wilson’s Promontory is mainland Australia’s southern most National Park, an isolated area of granite headlands, with unique vegetation and geology. The park is affectionately known as “The Prom”, and is famous for its abundance of native animals, birds, reptiles and plants, magnificent beaches and thick coastal forest Kangaroos Maria Island Day 21 - Mallacoota. Mallacoota Inlet, with its shimmering lakes, rivers, pristine forests and turquoise sea lapping quiet beaches captivates everyone who comes. Surrounded by the magnificent Croajingolong National Park, Mallacoota is one of the most relaxing places imaginable. With never a sense of holiday crowds, the Top Lake, Bottom Lake, little inlets, cliffs, beaches and mountains reveal innumerable places to explore, fish, walk or simply sit and watch the birds, animals and flora. Croajingolong’s landscapes and ecosystems are so valuable that UNESCO has nominated it a World Biosphere Reserve. More than 300 species of birds and more than 1,000 plant species flourish here, and so it’s an absolute paradise for bushwalking and birdwatching. Prices per person Based on double occupancy. Tour Code: SCCSK16023 Occupancy Double Sole Deck/Suite Category Castle Std Forward £8295 £9295 Castle Standard £8595 £9995 Day 22 - Batemans Bay. This morning we cruise up the Clyde River into Batemans Bay. The expansive waterway at the mouth of the Clyde River was named by Lieutenant James Cook on his voyage of discovery along this coast in 1770. However it wasn’t until well into the 19th century that the township of Batemans Bay appeared. While Batemans Bay is the largest on the coast south of Nowra, it maintains its small town atmosphere. We have the chance to explore the region for native kangaroos, wallabies, possums, bandicoots, sea eagles and brilliantly coloured parrots amongst others. There will also be a chance to visit historic Mogo where the rustic atmosphere has been preserved resulting in a quaint village in which you can find a wide variety of unusual and attractive craft and antique items. <strong><strong>Caledonia</strong>n</strong> Superior £8995 £10795 BOOK BEFORE 31 JUly 2012 AND SAVE £500 PER PERSON OFF THE PRiCES SHOwN BElOw Promenade Premium £9395 - Bridge Deluxe Balcony £10295 - Promenade Premium Balcony £10695 - Otways Rainforest Day 23 - Sydney to London. Be on deck this morning as we sail into the magnificent Sydney Harbour. Disembark after breakfast and transfer to the airport for your return scheduled flight to London. Day 24 - London Heathrow. Arrive this morning. Optional Post Cruise Extension If you would like to see more of Sydney, we are offering a two night hotel extension in a centrally located, first class hotel on breakfast only basis with transfers. Prices per person Twin: £325 Single: £495 Promenade Owner’s Corner £11295 - Price Includes: Economy class scheduled air travel, 18 nights aboard the <strong>MS</strong> <strong><strong>Caledonia</strong>n</strong> <strong>Sky</strong> on a full board basis with house wine and beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner, expedition team, shore excursions, gratuities to crew and whilst on excursions, transfers, port taxes, airport taxes, 2 nights in Hong Kong on a bed and breakfast basis, dinner on day 3. Not Included: Travel Insurance, optional excursions, visas If you would prefer to make your own flight arrangements we can offer a reduction of £1350 per person off the prices shown for non-use of our flights and arrangements in Hong Kong. NB. Flight schedules which are still to be released at time of going to print are subject to change. Ports subject to change, All special offers are subject to availability. 56 www.noble-caledonia.co.uk
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