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| AUSTRALIAN HIGHLIGHTS Classic AIR CRUISE |
| 12 Days / 11 Nights |
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Departs from, and Returns to Sydney (+ one departure
each from Melbourne & Brisbane) |
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| Departing from and returning to
Sydney, this classic route takes in Longreach, Mt Isa, Arnhemland and Kakadu, Broome and the Kimberley and the Red Centre
. You cruise by air in a private aircraft - either on a
Dash 8 or a Beechcraft 1900. There are no long drives and you
arrive on the doorstep each time.
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Main Features - Australian Highlights Air Cruise:
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- Cruise the mighty chasms of Katherine Gorge
- Photograph steely-eyed crocodiles in Kakadu
- Experience spectacular aerial sightseeing of the ancient Bungle
Bungle Range, remote Mitchell Falls and Buccaneer Archipelago on
Australia's far northwest coastline
- Watch the sun set on the Indian Ocean at Cable Beach, Broome
In Kakadu National Park marvel at ancient rock art and cruise the
Yellow Waters lagoon
- Dine under the stars at Uluru
- Explore a collection of famed outback towns - Broome, Longreach,
Darwin, Kununurra and Alice Springs
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Itinerary - Australian Highlights Air Cruise:
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Overnight accommodation may vary from the choice shown according to
availability but will be of a similar standard
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Day 1: Sydney - Longreach
Leaving the city behind the journey begins in the heart of the
outback at Longreach. A frontier township which centuries ago
offered hope to the pioneers and drovers and still today embodies
the true characters of the Australian outback. On arrival visit
the acclaimed 'Stockman's Hall of Fame' (pictured). Longreach is
also the birthplace of Qantas. Visit the Qantas museum depicting
its history constructed in one of the original hangars.
Overnight: Longreach Motor Inn or similar (LD)
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Day 2: Katherine
This morning visit the Champion family, who welcome you to the property
and share their experiences in these harsh landscapes before re-boarding
the aircraft. The journey continues to the Northern Territory and the
township of Katherine. This evening enjoy a delightful barbecue on the
banks of the Katherine River in true Australian style.
Overnight: Knotts Crossing Resort (BLD)
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Day 3: Katherine Gorge - Kakadu National Park
Cruise two of the thirteen gorges that form Katherine Gorge. Join the
aircraft this afternoon for a spectacular flight along the Arnhem Land
escarpment to view the magnificent waterfalls and wildlife that make up
this world heritage reserve. Cruise at sunset along the Yellow Waters
Lagoon to view the incredible beauty and abundant wildlife of this
remarkable World Heritage region.
Overnight: Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn (BLD)
Day 4: Arnhem Land - Darwin
Kakadu National Park is home to the most outstanding concentration of
Aboriginal art and history in Australia. This morning, cruise the East
Alligator River. Examine some of the finest examples of Aboriginal art
at Ubirr Rock. Take a short flight this afternoon to Australia's most
northern capital - Darwin. Accommodation: Mantra on the Esplanade or
similar
Overnight: Mantra on the Esplanade or similar for 2 nights
(BLD)
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Day 5: Darwin
Darwin's distance from the other major Australian capitals has enabled it
to create a unique relaxed lifestyle of its own. Whilst not a large
commercial centre its situation as the gateway to Asia means that its port
facilities are enormously important to the rest of the country. Explore
the tropical city of Darwin at your leisure. This evening enjoy a
delightful sunset cruise on Darwin Harbour.
Overnight: Mantra on the Esplanade or similar for 2 nights
(BLD)
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Day 6: The Kimberley Region
Flying westward to the Kimberley region of Western Australia, the
aircraft provides incredible low aerial 'flightseeing' over the Purnululu
(Bungle
Bungle) National Park. Symmetrical in shape, these unusual beehive rock formations have received world recognition.
Overnight: Kununurra Country Club or similar (BLD) |
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Day 7: Buccaneer Archipelago - Broome
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experience the breathtaking scenery as the red untamed landscape of the
Kimberley meets the rugged far northwest coastline. This unforgettable
flight concludes in Broome, the pearling port of the west.
Overnight: Broome Cable Beach Club or similar (BLD) |
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Day 8: Broome
Explore the township of Broome, established in the romantic days of the
flourishing pearling industry at the turn of the century. Enjoy sunset
over magnificent Cable Beach.
Overnight: Broome Cable Beach Club or similar (BLD)
Day 9: Gibson Desert - Uluru
The private aircraft awaits to transport you across the country to the
'Red Centre'. The magnitude of this vast country is highlighted by the
unending red desert plains that occupy most of Australia. These vast
plains are only broken by the sight of the massive monolith - Uluru (Ayers
Rock) as it encroaches on the horizon. On landing you will be taken to the
rock to hear your guides interpretation of the Aboriginal myths and
legends that have surrounded this area for thousands of years.
This evening a dining experience to surpass all others, firstly enjoy the
visual spectacle as the sun set creates an ever changing array of colours
on the rock, followed by a dining experience under the starlit southern
skies.
Overnight: Uluru Sails in the Desert or similar (BLD)
Day 10: Kata Tjuta - Alice Springs
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This morning there is the opportunity to view the
rock at sunrise and undertake a relaxed walk around its base
followed by a visit to Kata Tjuta (The Olgas), which are thirty
six conglomerate sandstone domes again steeped in Aboriginal
folklore. Rejoining the aircraft, head north to Alice Springs,
probably the most famous of all Australian outback towns.
Overnight: Crown Plaza similar (BLD)
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Day 11: Macdonnell Ranges - Alice Springs
In the morning we the institutions that have provided Alice Springs
with its prominence over the years including the Royal Flying
Doctor Service and the historic Telegraph Station which touches on
the history of the lost generation. Overnight: Crown Plaza or
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Day 12: Birdsville - Sydney
Today your private aircraft returns to Sydney, but not without landing
first to visit Australia's most famed outback pub. Situated on the
historic Birdsville Track, since 1885 the Birdsville Hotel has been a
meeting point and customs station for all the drovers passing through.
Sadly this will be a farewell drink at the end of a memorable adventure!
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Included in your Australian Highlights Air Cruise |
All travel by private aircraft
Accommodation
All meals
Sightseeing as described
Entry fees
Porterage and the services of professional Aircruise Directors
A Special Transfer Fare is available for passengers joining
from Canberra, Melbourne, Brisbane or the Gold Coast. See Price
Panel below for details.
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PRICES
2010: Australian
Highlights Air
Cruise
12 days / 11 night Per person per tour |
For
dates as specified |
Truly
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| Share twin/double |
Single Supplement |
Departs Sydney 4 May 2011 (S)
Depart Sydney 18 May 2011 |
A$13380
A$13380 |
FREE
A$1580 |
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Departs Sydney 1 June 2011 - FULLY
BOOKED
Departs Sydney 15 June 2011
Departs Sydney 29 June 2011 (S) |
A$13380
A$13380
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A$1580
A$1580
FREE |
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Departs Sydney 13 July 2011
Departs Sydney 27 July 2011 - FULLY
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A$13380
A$13380 |
A$1580
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Departs Sydney 10 August 2011
Departs Sydney 24 August 2011 |
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Departs Sydney 7 Sept 2011 (S) |
A$13380 |
FREE |
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Single travellers are not required to pay a single
supplement on this departures for a single
room |
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SAVE A$1000 per person - book and pay in full by 15th November 2010
Special Transfer Fare of A$460 per person (including GST) is available to
clients joining a Sydney departure from Melbourne, Canberra, Brisbane and the
Gold Coast. The transfer fare includes return economy airfares on commercial
services to Sydney from either Canberra, Melbourne, Brisbane or the Gold Coast
on the day prior to Aircruise departure, for the specific purpose of joining
Aircruise, overnight accommodation and breakfast at a Sydney airport hotel the
evening prior to the Aircruise, plus transfers from the domestic terminal to
the hotel and from the hotel to the Execujet Terminal for your departure on
the Aircruise.
For
accommodation options in Sydney - click City
Hotels/Sydney
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here for details of How
to Book
Please use the Truly Reference Number when making booking enquiries |
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