FULL XPOSURE

Itinerary

Day 23-24, Katherine & Wauchope

The road south leads us past the Daly Waters Pub again. Visit the gold mining town of Tennant Creek before arriving at the eerie Devils Marbles in time for sunset. There are several short hikes around the area & some stunning photographs to be taken. Accommodation: Budget Lodging included

Day 22, Kakadu National Park

All refreshed? Then back on the road as we head to the "World Heritage Listed" Kakadu National Park, one of Australia's most beautiful wilderness areas. Join us as we explore Nourlangie & Ubirr Rock to see Aboriginal art thousands of years old. See the abundant bird life of the flood plains and maybe spot salt water crocodiles, snakes, dingos and all sorts of wildlife on the world famous "Yellow Waters Billabong" cruise. Accommodation: Budget Lodging included

Day 20-21, Darwin

Take a few days out in the tropical city of Darwin to catch up on the outside world. Explore the town; head to the markets; an open top bus trip of the city; checkout the local pubs, bars and nightclubs or just chill out by the pool. Accommodation: Budget Lodging included

Day 18-19, Katherine Gorge & Litchfield National Park

Heading North, join us on a cruise donw the river between the ancient cliff walls of Katherine Gorge. Finish the day with a refreshing swim at Edith falls. A popular place for Darwin locals to cool down during the summer months is Litchfield National Park. Spring fed crystal clear waterfalls and plunge pools await you in this northern playground. Have your photo taken next to a magnetic termite mound three times your size! Accommodation: Budget Lodging included

Day 15-17, Charters Tower, Mt Isa & Tennants Creek

We then travel west over the Great Dividing Range, passing through small quiet outback country towns like Julia Creek. Travel through some vastly changing landscapes en route to the mining town of Mt Isa. Depart Queensland through Camooweal and into the exciting Northern Territory to see just how flat this remarkable country is. Visit the historic Daly Waters Hotel for a refreshing drink, then take a refreshing dip in the turquoise waters of Mataranka's thermal pool, nestled amongst tall shady palms. Accommodation: Budget Lodging included

Day 13-14, Cairns & Great Barrier Reef

We make our way to Cairns and board our multi million dollar sailing yacht for a full day on the Outer Barrier Reef. Snorkel amongst the coral, marvel at the multitude of colours the fish will parade in front of you, wander on the sand atoll or try scuba diving (no experience needed) all in the same day! Don't worry; we will supply a mouth watering tropical lunch just to keep your energy up. Accommodation: Budget lodging included

Day 11-12, Mission Beach

Mission Beach doesn't shut down in summer. For those with a strong sense of adventure the adrenaline pumping white water rafting is at its peak. Alternatively, come and hike in the rain forest when it's raining and everything is lush and green!There is also tandem sky diving, fishing or even try sea kayaking out to luxurious Dunk Island. For a more leisurely day simply lounge on Mission Beach and work on your suntan. The choice is yours. Accommodation: Budget lodging included

Day 9-10, Airlie Beach

Full of home cooking, we head back to the coast to Airlie Beach, the gateway of our expedition to the Whitsunday Island Group, some of the most picturesque sailing in the world. Choose from a 20 meter luxury yacht to a fast moving Ocean Rafting boat, explore Whitehaven beach or snorkel the inner Barrier Reef but please don't forget that suntan lotion as the Ozzie sun is hot. In the evening you can check out a live band & the local nightlife. Accommodation: Budget lodging included

Day 6-8, Mooloolabah & Cattle Station

Kick back for a few days at the inland cattle station. Jump on a horse or motorbike and help out with the daily fun on this 2,600 acre working cattle property. Meals are cooked over the open fire and Olive's home made biscuits just melt in your mouth. Accommodation: Budget lodging included

Day 3-5, Gold Coast & Moreton Island

Crossing the Queensland border we wind our clocks back an hour and the pace slows down. Picking up our 4WD vehicle we take a barge out to Moreton Island, where the world's highest sand dunes await you. Two days here with Al and the crew will leave you chilled out. With miles of deserted white beaches and inland forests dotted with crystal clear lakes, this is the highlight of the trip for many. Snorkel in the refreshing waters around the sunken ship wrecks, hike Mt Tempest, the highest stabilized sand dune in the world, or just scream down our huge sand boarding run. As good as Fraser Island without the crowds. Accommodation: Budget lodging included

Day 1-2, Sydney, Coffs Harbour & Byron Bay

Say a fond farewell to Sydney as we set out on our adventure. Leaving via the harbour bridge, we travel the coast road through Taree. We stop at a koala breeding park and sanctuary before heading onto our first night's accommodation in cabins on the beach. A great opportunity for a BBQ tonight. Continue up the coast through Coffs Harbour to Byron Bay Try your hand at surfing and "drop in" on a wave, stroll the beach promenade or just visit the shops and famous lighthouse. Accommodation: Budget lodging included

Day 40-42, Merimbula, Blue Mountains & Sydney

We still have time on our last days for an exhilarating mountain bike ride through the eucalyptus forest whilst travelling past some of the stunning golden beaches of the south coast of New South Wales. Our last day finds us in the majestic Blue Mountains, hiking the valley trails and riding the world's steepest railway. Arrive in Sydney to contemplate the ever changing landscape that you have travelled through on your amazing summer journey. Accommodation: Budget Lodging included Tour ends at approx 18:00 hrs in Sydney on day 42.

Day 37-39, Great Ocean Road & Melbourne

More photos and maybe a helicopter flight over the Twelve Apostles on the Great Ocean Road, one of the most scenic stretches of coastal road in the world, before spotting some koalas in the wild. Check out the surfing town of Torquay before arriving in the cosmopolitan capital of Melbourne. Wow, this could be a town in Europe, excellent bars and restaurants, great beaches, trams, nightlife and even a Neighbours Tour. How much more can one city offer? Accommodation: Budget Lodging included

Day 35-36, Grampians National Park

Keep some energy in reserve as the rugged peaks and hikes of the Grampians National Park await you. Here we will hike the ancient volcanic trails, photograph the lakes, waterfalls, gorges and kangaroos. Accommodation: Budget Lodging included

Day 32-34, Port Augusta & Adelaide

At last we get to see the sea again. Hey, what is a visit to Australia without at least one winery tour in the famous Barossa Valley? Spend time riding the tram and the waves in the southern capital of Adelaide. Accommodation: Budget Lodging included

Day 31, Coober Pedy

The journey continues southward bound to the Martian landscape of Coober Pedy where we take you on an underground opal mine tour - a great opportunity to purchase opals from the miners themselves. Tonight we all sleep underground in a "dugout" bunkroom after a night out with the locals. Accommodation: Budget Lodging included

Day 30, Ayers Rock

Another early start tomorrow as we take up the challenge and hike around the base of this ancestral rock, whilst learning some of the Tjukurpa (Aboriginal Creation or Dreaming law) of the area. Accommodation: Budget Lodging included

Day 29, Kings Canyon & Ayers Rock

An early morning start to beat the heat as we hike the rim trail, visit the Lost City and Garden of Eden before heading back to the station for a well earned ice-cream. We arrive mid afternoon into Uluru (Ayers Rock) so that we have plenty of time to get those spectacular sunset photos of one of the world's greatest monoliths. Accommodation: Budget Lodging included

Day 27-28, Alice Springs & Kings Canyon

Join us and our indigenous guides on an extended aboriginal cultural day. Some of the teaching is indoors under the air conditioning and then we go "walkabout" looking for traditional foods and medicines in the bush. You will come away with a different view of the traditional owners of this vast land down under. We hit the track south to Kings Canyon and marvel at the sheer canyon walls. Accommodation: Budget Lodging included

Day 25-26, Alice Springs

We have two days at Alice Springs. "The Alice" is home to some of the world's best hot air ballooning, complete with a champagne breakfast. Consider taking an optional day trip through the Western MacDonnell Ranges where you can see Simpson's Gap, the Ochre Pits or even hike around Ormiston Gorg; visit the Desert Park, go shopping or just hang out at the pool. There's the chance to hit the town in the evening for a meal out and maybe one of the local clubs or bars. Accommodation: Budget Lodging included

Trip Details

Localpayments	Food Kitty AU$10 per day Some meals paid locally.
Tourleader	Services of a professional tour leader
Transport	All transportation by private adventure vehicle
AccommodationIncluded	All 41 nights budget lodging
Maxgroupsize	14
Endcity	SYDNEY
Startcity	SYDNEY
Included	Admission to all national parks and Aboriginal sites as per itinerary, Sunset or dawn photos at the Devil's Marbles, Ubir and Nourlangie Aboriginal Art sites, Aboriginal Cultural Day in Alice Springs, Entrance fees to Kakadu & Litchfield National Parks, Hiking in Kings Canyon & Ayers Rock, Ride on world's steepest railway, Opal Mine Tour, Yellow Water Billabong Cruise, Katherine Gorge Cruise, Mataranka hot springs, Full day Cruise to Outer Barrier Reef (snorkelling included), Motor Bike & Horse Riding on our Cattle Ranch, 2 day 4WD tour of Moreton Island, includes sand boarding and transfers
Optionalactivities	Hot Air Ballooning AU$250, Tandem Hang Gliding AU$150, Sea Kayaking AU$125, Surfing Lessons AU$60, Ayers Rock Flight AU$80-$180, Helicopter Flight $100-250, Neighbours tour $45, Kakadu Flight AU$80-$180, Whitsunday Sailing AU$150, Scuba Diving AU$70, Whitewater Rafting AU$170, Tandem Skydiving AU$300, Fishing trip AU$120

When can I go?

Start Date	Finish Date	Places Available
2009-11-07	2009-12-18	4+
2009-12-05	2010-01-15	4+
2009-12-26	2010-02-05	4+
2010-01-16	2010-02-26	4+
2010-02-06	2010-03-19	4+

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