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SOUTHERN ISLANDS Classic AIR CRUISE
9 Days / 8 Nights

Departs from, and returns to Sydney
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Visit Kangaroo Island, King Island, Tasmania and Flinders Island and experience the unspoiled beauty of the islands and National Parks of southern Australia.  See Tasmania's sheltered hideaways from above and then explore on the ground below.  Along the way take a cruise on the Murray River and hop aboard Tasmania's new heritage railway. You cruise by air in a private Dash 8 or a Beechcraft 1900 aircraft.  There are no long drives and you arrive on the doorstep each time.
Sea lion on Kangaroo Island Dove Lake and Cradle Mountain, Tasmania
 

Main Features - Southern Islands Air Cruise:

 Southern Islands Air Cruise Map
  • Walk among the seals at Flinders Chase National Park 
  • Savour the cuisine of a celebrity chef 
  • Sample King Island's exquisite dairy produce 
  • Meet the families who've lived on Flinders Island for generations 
  • Explore the dramatic landscapes of Cradle Mountain National Park
  • Learn the fascinating history of Port Arthur 

 
Itinerary - Southern Islands Air Cruise:
  
Overnight accommodation may vary from the choice shown according to availability but will be of a similar standard

Day 1 - Sydney - Mildura
Meet your pilots and Journey Directors for an island hopping feast aboard your exclusive aircraft.  Land in Mildura and explore this delightful township. This evening enjoy dinner with a celebrity chef.
Accommodation: Quality Hotel Mildura Grand  or similar

Day 2 - Kangaroo Island 
Cruise the mighty Murray River and enjoy the wonderful biodiversity of the region. Re-board the private aircraft this afternoon to the first of the southern islands. Arrive at Kangaroo island, one of Australia's largest nature reserves, renowned for its abundant wildlife which resides harmoniously with the local residents.
Accommodation: Ozone Hotel or similar  
 

Sea lion relaxing on Kangaroo Island Affectionate sea lions, Kangaroo Island Wombat, Kangaroo Island Echidna, Kangaroo Island Wallaby, Kangaroo Island
 

Day 3 - Kangaroo Island 
At Kangaroo Island's Seal Bay, enjoy uninterrupted viewing of endangered Australian sea lions at close range. There is also the chance to explore Flinders Chase National Park, which is registered as one of Australia's most important sanctuaries for native animals and birds.
Accommodation: Ozone Hotel or similar 

Day 4 - Kangaroo Island -  King Island - Hobart
From wildlife to sumptuous produce, enjoy a scenic flight to the gourmet island of the Southern Straits. King Island is renowned for its excellent seafood and exquisite dairy produce. The visit includes a tour of the island. This afternoon the aircraft awaits for a brief flight to Australia’s largest island. Tasmania has a diverse landscape, from rugged wilderness to quaint historic townships. On arrival into Hobart transfer to your accommodation.
Accommodation: Henry Jones Art Hotel or similar

Day 5 - Hobart and Port Arthur 
Today journey by road to the historic convict settlement of Port Arthur. Every building and feature of the Port Arthur Historic Site has a story to tell. Created with convict labour, the impressive architecture, delightful gardens and chilling prison facilities survive today for you to explore.
Accommodation: Henry Jones Art Hotel or similar
Port Arthur view

Day 6 - Hobart - Launceston
This morning there is an opportunity to see some of Australia’s best loved premium beers brewed in the historic Cascade Brewery and walk through the famous Woodstock gardens. This afternoon, board the Peppermint Bay II, where you will cruise the southern waterways and view majestic sea eagles and peregrine falcons, playful dolphins, and even seasonal migrating whales. Late afternoon transfer to the airport for your flight to Launceston.
Accommodation: Peppers Seaport Resort or similar . 

  
Day 7 - Launceston - Cradle Mountain
After exploring Launceston this morning our journey continues inland to explore the Mole Creek Karst National Park. The park is located in the forested hills below the impressive Western Tiers. Underground streams have made caves with splendid calcite formations.  One of the highest mountains in Tasmania, at 1,545 metres, Cradle Mountain is situated at the northern end of the park. At the base of Cradle Mountain, in deep depressions cut by glacial action, lies Crater Lake, Dove Lake and Lake Lilla. Cradle Mountain - Lake St Clair National Park, encompassing some 161,000 hectares, covers some of Tasmania’s highest country and is renowned for its magnificent alpine scenery.
Accommodation: Cradle Mountain Lodge or similar
 
Day 8 - Cradle Mountain National Park
Explore this World Heritage area of rugged mountains, glacial lakes and wild alpine moorlands. Local guides are on hand to further the experience in this spectacular pristine wilderness.
Cradle Mountain view
  
Day 9 - Cradle Mountain - Flinders Island - Sydney 
This morning reboard your aircraft for the short flight to remote Flinders Island with its wealth of natural beauty. Time to tour the island and enjoy lunch before heading back to Sydney and, sadly, ending an unforgettable journey.

Included in your Southern Islands Aircruise

All travel by private aircraft - either on a Dash 8 or a Beechcraft 1900
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.
 
PRICES 2011: Southern Islands Air Cruise  
9 days / 8 nights   Per person per tour		 For dates as specified Truly
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Share twin/double Single Supplement
Departs Sydney 13 April 2011  A$9300 free Ref.972/101
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SAVE A$750 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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Please use the Truly Reference Number when making booking enquiries
  
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