Adventure Tours Australia
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A 6 day combination of 2 small group accommodated tours AM3+MS3 from Adelaide to Sydney.
3 Day Adelaide to Melbourne and 3 Day Melbourne to Sydney
Depart Adelaide and Finishes in Sydney
Tour Code ATA_10_ASC

A 6 day combination of 2 small group accommodated tours AM3+MS3 from Adelaide to Sydney. Travel Adelaide to Melbourne: Adelaide Hills, Grampians National Park, MacKenzie Falls, Brambuks, Warrnambool, Great Ocean Road, Twelve Apostles, Port Campbell, Bells Beach. Then from Sydney to Melbourne: Wilsons Promontory NP, Ninety Mile Beach, Mt Kosciuszko, Snowy River High Country, Jindabyne, Canberra.

Season - 1st April 2007 - 31st March 2008
Sep-Mar: Wed, Fri & Sun

Season - 1st April 2008 - 31st March 2009
All Year - Mon Wed Sat

Sturdy walking shoes (ankle high), hat & sunscreen, towel & toiletries, water bottle, torch, insect repellent, camera & film, pillow, sleeping bag (can be hired for $15)

AM3: Adelaide Hills, Grampians National Park, MacKenzie Falls, Warrnambool, Great Ocean Road, Twelve Apostles, Port Campbell, Bells Beach
MS3: Wilsons Promontory NP, Ninety Mile Beach, Mt Kosciuszko, Snowy River High Country, Jindabyne, Canberra

ITINERARY

Day 1 - Adelaide to Grampians NP

An early start this morning, driving through the picturesque Adelaide Hills, crossing the mighty Murray River, passing through South Australian country towns to today’s destination, the magnificent Grampians National Park. We spend the afternoon hiking at Hollow Mountain & the amazing MacKenzie Falls, finishing the day with breathtaking sunset views from The Balconies and Reeds Lookout. Overnight is at Halls Gap (D)

Day 2 - Grampians NP via the Great Ocean Rd to Princetown

Start the morning with a challenging hike to the ‘Pinnacle’, exploring the natural wonders and breathtaking views this national park has to offer. We visit Brambuks Aboriginal Cultural Centre before heading south to the coast & Warrnambool for a chance to view whales (seasonal). The renowned Great Ocean Road beckons for us to explore its beauty. You will see the Bay of Islands, Bay of Martyrs, The Grotto, London Bridge and Loch Ard Gorge before enjoying sunset over the Twelve Apostles. Stay overnight in the township of Princetown. (B,D)

Day 3 - Princetown to Melbourne

This morning we drive to the Twelve Apostles before making our way down Gibson Steps to the beach for a different perspective of these amazing formations. Next up we spend time at the awesome Otway Fly, (a 25 meter high elevated tree top walk). Continuing on we pass through the magnificent cool temperate rain forests of the Otway National Park, onto the coastal towns of Apollo Bay and Lorne, exploring the pristine beaches & gorges. We make our way via the world famous Bells Beach to Torquay (home of Quicksilver and Rip Curl) after clearing the shops of bargains we head to the our final destination of Melbourne. (B)
Note: Melbourne accommodation is not included. You will have to book your own accommodation for tonight.

Day 4- Melbourne to Wilsons Promontory NP

Please choose 1 location for tour pickup today.
We begin our adventure early, travelling southeast of Melbourne through the pastoral landscape of South Gippsland to hike and explore the Wilsons Promontory National Park. Walk on squeaky beaches, watch the ocean of Bass Strait pound on to the Australian mainland's most southerly point, hike along spectacular granite rock formations with fantastic views and learn about the coastal flora & native wildlife (perhaps sighting emus and wombats!) In the afternoon we travel to the coastal township of Lakes Entrance; Gateway to the Gippsland Lakes and Australia's longest beach - Ninety Mile Beach. (D)

Day 5- Wilsons Promontory NP to Snowy River Country

This morning we commence our journey into Snowy River Country, taking a break to fly down the 'zip wire' (optional activity at own expense). Our journey along the scenic Barry Way is spectacular as we watch the Snowy River wind below us and cross the border into NSW. In the afternoon, let the bus do all the work as we climb high into the Australian Alps (seasonal Nov-May). Enjoy a rewarding hike along an alpine track (2 1/2 hour round-trip) absorbing stunning views of the glacial 'Blue Lake' and the peak of Mt Kosciuszko (the highest point in Australia). During winter, (Jun-Oct) we visit the ski village of Perisher/Smiggins for fun in the snow (optional hire of toboggans or snow tubes at own expense). Stay overnight at the Lake Jindabyne Hotel where you'll get to enjoy the mountain life; perhaps a sauna, swim or a drink at the bar while taking in the magnificent view of the lake. (BD)
Warning: Tour graded with ‘3 Boots’ (this day) are only suitable for very fit people who enjoy can hike up to 9kms a day.

Day 6- Jindabyne to Sydney via Canberra

For early risers, take the opportunity to fish in the lake for trout or hit the water, with optional activities including water skiing and/or wake boarding (summer only and at own expense). Later, we pass through Cooma, learning about Australia's great engineering feat the 'Snowy Hydro-Electric Scheme'. We then continue on to our national's capital city of Canberra, checking out Parliament House and other highlights before travelling on to Sydney. (B)

Notes:
**Accommodation: All tours are accommodated and we offer HOSTEL (dorm or twin/dbl with shared facilities) or ensuite MOTEL/LODGE budget style (2-3star ensuite). All twin/double rooms are subject to availability at time of booking. Motel/Lodge style may be located on different premises to dorm accommodation.
*AM3 - Tour arrives at 3 central locations in Melbourne. Melbourne accommodation is not included on Day 3.
*MS3 - Tour departs three central Melbourne locations and arrives in Sydney at three central locations
*Itinerary may vary and/or attractions be substituted due to seasonal conditions, Traditional Owner and national park requirements.
*Tour must be reconfirmed by 4.00pm the day before travel.
*Luggage limits apply.

Adventure Tours Australia
3 Day Adelaide to Melbourne Tour :Tour Code ATA11/AM3 (Day 01- 03)
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3 Day Melbourne to Sydney :Tour Code ATA117/MS3 (Day 04 - 06)

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From the tropical Top End to the spiritual heart of the Red Centre, from Aboriginal Culture to abundant wildlife - then onto Adelaide and Cairns we have sourced an excellent range of tours for your next vacation in Australia. Our experienced staff have collectively over 30 years in the travel industry will help you discover the best of these unique and special tours offers.

Australia 4 Wheel Drive Rentals
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MISSION STATEMENT

Our very experienced Northern Territory staff will help you discover the best of these unique and special tours offers across Australia with camping safaris to one day sight seeing coach trips, eco tours australia adventure camping safaris in Kakadu National Park and Uluru (Ayers Rock) from Alice Springs and Ayers Rock Resort (Uluru) in Northern Territory including learning about Aboriginal culture as one of the Northern Territory's 'local' leading small group safari specialists "Australia 4 Wheel Drive Rentals" incorporating it's web sites.