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| SOUTHERN AUSTRALIA Classic AIR
CRUISE |
| 12 Days / 11 Nights |
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Departs from, and Returns to Sydney |
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| This air cruise takes you from
Sydney to Perth and back, out across the Nullabor Plain and
back across the Great Australian Bight. Take in the
sights of the south west including Margaret River, and visit
Kangaroo Island near Adelaide and the Flinders Ranges on the
return leg. You cruise by air in a private 36 seater Dash
8 aircraft. There are no long drives and
you arrive on the doorstep each time.
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Main Features - Southern Australia Air Cruise:
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- Enjoy a scenic Swan River Cruise in Perth
- Fossick for opals in Coober Pedy
- Sleep underground in the Desert Cave Hotel
- Sip vintage wines in the Margaret River region
- Experience the Great Australian Bight from 1400 ft
- Explore the untouched beauty of Kangaroo Island
- Historic Beechworth
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| Itinerary - Southern
Australia Air Cruise: |
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| Overnight accommodation may vary from
the choice shown according to availability but will be of a similar
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Day 1: Sydney - Broken
Hill - Coober Pedy
Depart Sydney this morning and head towards far western NSW landing at
the once booming mining township of Broken Hill. Next, reboard your
private aircraft for a flight to the opal mining town of Coober Pedy.
Here, some of the world's finest opals are mined. Due to the harsh
climate, many of the population have
constructed their homes underground and you will have the opportunity to
inspect this small town and gain an insight into its unusual lifestyle.
Overnight: Desert Cave Motel (LD)
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Day 2: Coober Pedy - Kalgoorlie - Perth
This morning’s flight crosses the Great Victoria Desert and the arid
Nullarbor Plain. Land at Kalgoorlie and learn the history of this gold
mining town. Late afternoon your private aircraft awaits to take you to
Perth.
Overnight: Hyatt Regency Perth or similar (BLD)
Day 3: Perth
The charm and beauty of this city are evident in a tour through Kings Park and Gardens, which
display a colourful
array of the Western Australian wildflowers in season as well as
offering a panoramic view over the city of Perth. After lunch
enjoy an afternoon cruise from Perth to Fremantle.
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Overnight: Hyatt Regency Perth or similar (BLD)
Day 4: Perth - Cape Naturaliste
Your private aircraft takes you to the Margaret River region. En
route enjoy views of Geographe Bay and the stunning South West coast
line. Explore the picturesque southern corner including Cape Naturaliste..
Overnight: Quay West Bunker Bay or similar (BLD)
Day 5 - Margaret River Region
Today explore the acclaimed Margaret River region, including a
picturesque coastal drive through Yallingup and Canal Rock. A visit to
Margaret River wouldn't be complete without visiting some of the
region's world renowned wineries.
Overnight: Quay West Bunker Bay or similar (BLD)
Day 6: Margaret River - Augusta - Pemberton
Journey by road and discover the beauty of Western
Australia's south west corner. From Margaret River head south to Augusta
where the Indian and Southern Oceans meet. Continue through the majestic
Karri Forests of the Gloucester National Park.
Overnight: Karri Valley Resort (BLD)
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Day 7: D'Entrecasteaux National Park
Today enjoy a relaxed cruise from the Karri to the coast. Drive
to the beautiful D'Entrecasteaux National Park and cruise the
Donnelley River. Travel from the lush Jarrah and Karri forests
through the Paperbark and Wetlands to the Limestone cliffs
Overnight: Karri Valley Resort or similar (BLD)
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Day 8: Pemberton - Albany - Esperance
Board the private aircraft to the historic whaling port of Albany.
During 4 hours fascinating visit, learn the history of the Whaling
industry up to its closure in 1978, the journey continues by private
aircraft to the port of Esperance..
Overnight: Hospitality Inn Esperance or similar (BLD)
Day 9 - Esperance - The Great Australian Bight - Port Lincoln
Explore Esperance, renowned for its endless white sandy beaches and
cruise the Recherche Archipelago, home of the endangered New Zealand fur
seal and the Australian sea lion. Flight seeing this afternoon follows
the contours of the Great Australian Bight and its sheer cliff faces
that drop to the pounding surf below; an unforgettable sight that will
leave you breathless. Landing this afternoon at Port Lincoln.
Overnight: Port Lincoln Hotel or similar (BLD)
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Day 10: Port Lincoln - Kangaroo Island
This morning explore the largest commercial centre in the region dubbed
the "seafood capital" of Australia, Port Lincoln - learn of
the lucrative Tuna fish industry one of the most profitable export
industries of the area. Board the aircraft for a short flight to
Kangaroo Island.
Overnight: Ozone Hotel or similar (BLD)
Day 11: Kangaroo Island
One of Australia's largest nature reserves, Kangaroo Island is renowned
for its wildlife. Visit Seal Bay, a sea lion breeding colony, and walk
amongst the sea lions as they lie relaxing on the beach.
Overnight: Ozone Hotel or similar (BLD
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Day 12 - Kangaroo Island
- Beechworth - Sydney
Leaving Kangaroo Island we are headed for Victoria’s high country.
Transfer to the historic township of Beechworth. A local historian will
guide us through the historic district including the courthouse where
Ned Kelly was tried and convicted and then transported to Melbourne for
execution. Reboarding the aircraft this afternoon for the final leg of
this memorable journey. (BL)
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Included in your Southern Australia 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 2011: Southern
Australia Air
Cruise
12 days / 11 nights Per person per tour |
For
dates as specified |
Truly
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| Share twin/double |
Single Supplement |
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Depart Sydney 21 September 2011 |
A$13090 |
A$1353 |
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SAVE A$1000 per person - book and pay in full by 15th November 2010
Special Transfer Fare of AUD$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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to Book
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