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Adventure
Tours Australia
3 Day Melbourne to Adelaide Tour
Depart Melbourne and Finishes at Adelaide
Tour Code: 1000_ATA_12_MA3
A
3 day small group accommodated tour to Adelaide Hills, Grampians
National Park, MacKenzie Falls, Brambuks, Warrnambool, Great
Ocean Road, Twelve Apostles, Port Campbell, Bells Beach.
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As
a valued agent www.australia4tours.com offer tours
from Adventure Tours Australia an award
winning company specialising in active, small group
safaris for the adventurous traveller. We offer an extensive
range of tours
here
exploring the highlights and hidden delights of Australia.
Our
tours are nature-based with the emphasis on the unique
scenery, wildlife and Aboriginal culture of each area
and they cater for everyone from the fit and adventurous
who want to get off the beaten track to those who prefer
the sound of ‘soft adventure’ and more comfortable facilities!
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| Tour
Prices |
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1st April 2008 - 31st March 2009
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Hostel
Dorm Share Facilities:
Adult: AU$385
Child: AU$
305
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Motel/Lodge
(with ensuite).-
2 nights motel/lodge. Supplement per person:
Adult: AU$65 Twin/Double.
Adult:
AU$35 Triple.
Adult: AU$135 Single. |
Extras:
*
Fuel
Levy $10 - payable on morning of departure.
(Child:
8-12yrs old) (Children
under 16yrs exempted from park entrance fee)
All prices are in Australian Dollars
(includes 10% GST) Based on Per Person basis
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| Child
Policy |
Children
0-7 unable to travel, Children 8 -12 years |
| Discounts |
Specials:
Book a tour from this site
and receive a 5% earlybird discount |
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Days Departs |
Season
- 1st
April 2008 - 31st March 2009
All Year - Tue Thu Sat
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| Depart
From |
Melbourne
6.30am. Pick up from three central Melbourne locations. |
| Duration: |
3
days |
| Tour
Finishes |
Adelaide
accommodation approx 6.00-7.00pm |
| Max
People |
24
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| Accommodation |
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Hostel
Accommodation - Dorm share rooms with shared
facilities on Day 3 in Darwin. |
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| Vehicle |
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Toyota
Coaster mini-bus - (max 22 seats) or Mitsubishi
Rosa mini-bus (max 24 seats) - front facing air-conditioned
vehicle.
We
use our coaches in locations where there are large driving
distances on sealed roads as the larger vehicles provide
greater comfort. In all other circumstances, we focus
on providing a small group experience with an average
maximum group size of 16.
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| Suitability |
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Maximum
Walks: Hikes
up to 6-8kms per day. A reasonable level of fitness
is required as there will be some walking to view places
of interest. |
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| What
to Bring |
Sturdy
walking shoes (ankle high), hat & sunscreen, towel &
toiletries, warm clothing in winter, water bottle, torch,
insect repellent, camera, film, money for some meals &
sense of adventure.
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| What's
Included |
Experienced
guides, meals as indicated, accommodation transfers, (tea, coffee,
milo & snacks), 2 nights hostel dorm accommodation, National
Park entry fees, entry to Otway Fly Tree Top Walk. |
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Not Included |
Please
see above |
| Trip
Highlights |
Adelaide
Hills, Grampians National Park, MacKenzie Falls, Warrnambool,
Great Ocean Road, Twelve Apostles, Port Campbell, Bells Beach |
| Conditions |
General
Information and conditions of travel |
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ITINERARY
Day
1 - Melbourne via Great Ocean Rd to Princetown
We begin
our journey travelling through Geelong before stopping at
Torquay (home of Quicksilver and Rip Curl) where you can pick
yourself up a bargain, before making our way to the world
famous Bell’s Beach. Here we commence our journey on the renowned
Great Ocean Road, one of the most spectacular coastal roads
in Australia, calling into the seaside towns of Lorne & Apollo
Bay exploring pristine beaches, gorges and the magnificent
cool temperate rainforest of the Otway NP. We spend time at
the awesome Otway Fly, (25 metre high elevated tree top walk)
and explore Loch Ard Gorge before enjoying sunset at the Twelve
Apostles. Tonight we stay in the fishing village of Princetown.
(D)
Day
2 - Princetown to Grampians NP
We drive
to the Twelve Apostles then take the Gibson Steps down to
the beach for a different perspective of this amazing formation.
Continuing along the western end of the Great Ocean Road we
visit London Bridge, The Grotto, Bay of Martyrs and Bay of
Islands before arriving at Warrnambool for a chance to view
whales (seasonal). Travelling on through country Victoria,
we arrive at the magnificent Grampians NP, where we accept
the challenge of a hike to the Pinnacle. We finish the day
with a walk to The Balconies & Reeds Lookout before arriving
at our overnight accommodation in the Grampians NP (B,D)
Day
3 - Halls Gap to Adelaide
Today
we spend the morning hiking to the bottom of MacKenzie Falls
& Hollow Mountain for breathtaking views over the north of
the Grampians before leaving this magical place. Travelling
west, we break for lunch at Horsham then continue through
the agricultural district of Victoria, into South Australia
and Bordertown, home of the rare White Western Grey Kangaroos.
We cross the mighty Murray River, then pass through the picturesque
Adelaide Hills arriving into the city of Adelaide. (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.
*Tour arrives at selected central locations in Adelaide
*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.
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THE
ADVENTURE TOUR DIFFERENCE
- Scheluded
tours operate.
- As
the Northern Territory's leading small group safari company,
we run tours to some of Australia's most famous landmarks
including Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kakadu National Park.
- From
the tropical Top End to the spiritual heart of the Red Centre,
from Aboriginal Culture to abundant wildlife - our experienced
guides will help you discover the best of this unique and
special state.
- Adventure
Tours Australia are an award winning company specialising
in active, small group safaris for the adventurous traveller.
- We
offer an extensive range of tours exploring the highlights
and hidden delights of the Northern Territory, South Australia,
Tasmania, Western Australia and Tropical North Queensland.
- Our
tours are nature-based with the emphasis on the unique scenery,
wildlife and Aboriginal culture of each area and they cater
for everyone from the fit and adventurous who want to get
off the beaten track to those who prefer the sound of ‘soft
adventure’ and more comfortable facilities!
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| Note:
Luggage |
Personal
luggage 15kgs: Is limited to an overnight bag of max
15kgs and a day pack. Most Alice Springs accommodation
will be happy to store any excess luggage you may have,
some do charge a small fee. |
| National
Parks |
Some
activities within Australia's National parks are dependant
on the weather and observance of cultural traditions,
therefore itineraries are subject to change. National
park entry are subject to change. |
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Please note that all itineraries are a guideline only
and are subject to change.
* Safaris must be reconfirmed by 4pm the day before travel
with the tour operator only. |
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About
this web site: As
one of the Northern Territory's leading small group safari,
sightseeing, charter, tour and selfdrive specialists 'Australia
4 Wheel Drive Rentals' is a Darwin Northern Territory
Travel Agent License Number NT 094 and also a full member
of 'Tourism Top End'.
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www.australia4wheeldriverentals.com.au and www.australia4wheeldriverentals.com.
We seek out tours from only reputable experienced tour companies
to some of Australia's most famous landmarks including Uluru
Kata Tjuta National Park(Ayers Rock) and Kakadu National Park.
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
Australia Business Number 54 561 356 425
Australian
NT Licensed Travel Agent No. 094
Tel: International 0061 (0) 8 89 453 338 (Enquiries
for tours - 24 hours a day)
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Mobile: International +61 400 278958 (Enquiries
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Email:
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341 McMillans Road, Anula, Darwin 0812, Northern Territory,
Australia
Postal address for correspondence: P.O.Box 3410, Darwin, Northern
Territory, Australia 0801
Australia
4 Wheel Drive Rentals 2002. All rights reserved.
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,
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Park and Uluru (Ayers Rock) from Alice Springs and Ayers Rock
Resort (Uluru) in Northern Territory including learning about
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leading small group safari specialists "Australia
4 Wheel Drive Rentals" incorporating it's web sites.
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