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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 36 seater Dash 8 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 diary produce 
  • Meet the families who've lived on Flinders Island for generations 
  • See the highlights of Hobart
  • Explore the dramatic landscapes of Cradle Mountain National Park

 

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 our exclusive aircraft.  Land in Mildura and explore this delightful township. This evening enjoy dinner with a celebrity chef.
Accommodation: Mildura Grand Hotel or similar

Day 2 - Kangaroo Island 
Cruise the mighty Murray River and enjoy the wonderful biodiversity of the region. Reboard 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: Kangaroo Island Lodge 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: Kangaroo Island Lodge or similar 

The rugged wilderness of TasmaniaDay 4 - King Island - Hobart
From wildlife to sumptuous produce, you'll now enjoy a scenic flight to the gourmet island of the Southern Straits.  King Island is renowned for its excellent seafood and wonderful dairy produce.  The visit includes a tour of the island.  This afternoon your aircraft awaits for a brief flight to Australia's largest island. Tasmania has a diverse landscape, ranging from rugged wilderness to quaint old townships.
Accommodation: Tall Timbers Resort Smithton or similar 

Day 5 - Woolnorth - Hobart
This morning visit the fascinating property of Woolnorth located on Tasmania’s isolated far north western coastline.  Learn the fascinating history of Tasmania's oldest grazing property, which now has Tasmania’s only wind farm. 
Accommodation: Henry Jones Art Hotel or similar 

Day 6 - Hobart
This morning there is time to enjoy the city of Hobart at your leisure and wander along Constitution Dock or venture into the shopping precinct.  Board the Peppermint Bay II, a sleek, 22 metre, high speed catamaran, with exclusive access to the Captain’s deck.  Cruise the southern waterways and view majestic sea eagles and peregrine falcons nesting in the ancient weathered sea cliffs, playful dolphins and sometimes even seasonal migrating whales.  Disembark at the quaint village of Peppermint Bay located on the south western coastline. 
Accommodation: Henry Jones Art Hotel or similar   

  
Day 7 - Hobart / Cradle Mountain
This morning there is an opportunity to see some of Australia’s best loved premium beers brewed in the historic brewery and time for a walk through the famous Woodstock gardens.  This is followed by a tour of the Barilla Bay oyster farm (pictured), where our 
expert guide will show you how oysters are grown from working in the tiny spat to full maturity. Then your private aircraft awaits to transport you to the World Heritage Listed Cradle Mountain National Park.
Accommodation: Cradle Mountain Lodge or similar
Barilla Bay Oyster Farm
 
Day 8 - Cradle Mountain National Park
Explore this World Heritage area of rugged mountains, glacial lakes and wild alpine moorlands. 
  
Constitution Dock, Hobart Local guides are on hand to enhance your experience in this spectacular unspoiled wilderness.
Accommodation: Cradle Mountain Lodge
  
Day 9 - Flinders Island / Sydney 
This morning re-board 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, the end of an unforgettable journey. 

Included
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.
 

PRICES 2008: Southern Islands Air Cruise  
9 days / 8 nights  
Per person per tour
For dates as specified Truly
Ref
Share twin/double Single Supplement
Departs Sydney 11 April 2008  A$8822 free Ref.972/701
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Special Transfer Fare of AUD$395 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.
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Bookings made with Truly Australia are covered by our ABTA Bond - this financial protection does NOT apply to bookings made direct with the local operator or hotel.   You are completely free to arrange your own flights to Australia - or, if you are departing from the UK, we can quote separately by Email for competitive flight prices, including in business class.
  
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