australian day tours 2014-15

Day Tours

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KaKadu

uluru

Blue Mountains

Great ocean road

Koalasaatkings.com

2014-2015

AATKingsBringing Australia & New Zealand to life

australian day tours

Sightsee ‘n’ save

the aat Kings difference• Complimentary hotel pick-ups• Luxury coaches fitted with air-

conditioning, reclining seats, spacious leg room and panoramic windows

• Highly researched and accurate commentary

• Australia-wide experienced Driver Guides• We are ‘locals’ so we know ‘Oz’ best• Over 85 years experience

G’Day. Welcome to AAT Kings.We hope you’re ready for an amazing trip Down Under. AAT Kings offers one and half day sightseeing tours in all the major cities of Australia, so we’ve got your holiday covered.

Leave the stress of driving in an unknown place to a friendly local expert and enjoy the stories they’ll share along the way. We’ll show you all the must-see sights of Australia and share our knowledge of our country’s history and culture with you.

Come and meet our team of professional and passionate Guides – they’ll put a smile on your face!Anthony Hayes

Managing Director

Bondi Beach

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Sightsee ‘n’ SaveThe Sightsee ’n’ Save Pass is a pre-paid tour pass that takes the hassle out of planning. Available only for purchase prior to arrival in Australia, you can save up to 35% on selected Day Tours. Each pass gives you 4 coupons. Specially marked tours in this brochure count for half, one or two coupons. There are over 60 Day Tours from which to choose.

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Simply book your tours when in Australia.• Courtesy pick-ups are available from most central hotels.• No extra fees.• On all operating tours, seats are guaranteed 24 hours

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Uluru (Ayers Rock)

Sarina Reservations

EUR €309adult

EUR €155child

Day Tours

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Your afternoon tour captures the essence of Sydney. See Sydney’s major highlights, including the Royal Botanic Gardens, before wandering along Bondi Beach. See the city’s downtown precincts, the historic Rocks area, vibrant Kings Cross, sandy white eastern beaches and affluent harbourside suburbs in just one afternoon. Add a luncheon cruise and enjoy harbour views of Sydney’s renowned sights. Watch the Harbour Bridge and Opera House glide by as you enjoy an idyllic lunchtime on Sydney Harbour. Tour + Captain Cook Lunch Cruise (J6LC)Tour + Magistic Lunch Cruise (J6LM)

Departs Daily 12 noon (J6LC & J6LM), 1.45pm (J6)

Concludes 5.45pm

J6

J6LC

J6LM

Gain an insight into the famous city of Sydney and capture the beauty of this harbour city from selected vantage points. Enjoy morning tea (own expense) at Manly and walk along the Corso. Stop at Arabanoo Lookout for a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean. Add a relaxing harbour luncheon cruise and enjoy the best of Sydney in just one day. On board, see the magnificent homes of Australia’s wealthy as you cruise the foreshore of exclusive waterfront suburbs and see the bustling harbour activity. Enjoy Sydney Harbour, the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Tour concludes at King Street Wharf or Circular Quay.Tour + Captain Cook Lunch Cruise (J13LC)Tour + Magistic Lunch Cruise (J13LM).

Departs Daily 8.15am

Concludes 11.45am (J13), 2.15 pm (J13LC & J13LM)

J13

J13LC

J13LM

Sydney

Magical Manly & Beyond

Bondi Beach & Sydney Sights

Half day

Half day

Sydney Opera House

Sydney Harbour

€45adult €23child






Day Tours

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Gain an insight into the famous city of Sydney and capture the beauty of this harbour city from selected vantage points. Enjoy morning tea (own expense) at Manly and walk along the Corso. Enjoy a delicious lunch aboard Captain Cook Cruises on Sydney Harbour. Take in all the wonders of Sydney Harbour from the viewing deck of your cruiser. Pass Kirribilli House, home to the Australian Prime Minister and learn about the settlement and how the harbour has transformed over the years. At Darling Harbour explore spectacular SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and walk on the wild side at WILDLIFE Sydney Zoo, where you’ll meet one of Australia’s national icons, the koala. See animals living in their natural habitats and ecosystems including the two-storey aviary and butterfly house.


Concludes Open

J13CQ

Newcastle PortStephens

JenolanCaves

Katoomba

WildlifePark

BlueMountains

Mittagong

Canberra

WollongongJervis Bay

SydneyThree Sisters

Manly

Bondi

Hunter Valley

Sydney

Spectacular Sydney

Sydney in a Day!

This tour introduces the highlights of Sydney including the city, Manly & Beyond (J13) and Bondi Beach & Sydney Sights (J6). Travel through the historic Rocks area, cross Sydney Harbour Bridge and stroll along picturesque Manly Beach. Enjoy spectacular views of the harbour from special vantage points. See Sydney’s world renowned city sights: the Harbour Bridge, the sails of the Opera House and Darling Harbour. Walk along Bondi Beach, see the exclusive suburb of Double Bay, and popular Paddington. Add a lunch cruise of Sydney Harbour and view icons from your cruiser.Tour + Captain Cook Lunch Cruise (J63LC)Tour + Magistic Lunch Cruise (J63LM)


Concludes 5.45pm

Full day

Full day

J63

J63LC

J63LM

Manly Beach





Day Tours

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Gain the ultimate Blue Mountains experience on this comprehensive tour. First, enjoy complimentary morning tea at the delightful village of Leura. View the famous Three Sisters rock formation and learn about ancient Aboriginal legends. Journey through steep valleys and canyons at Scenic World’s Scenic Railway, Skyway and Cableway, before enjoying a two course lunch. Get up close to koalas, kangaroos, dingoes and fairy penguins at Featherdale Wildlife Park. Afterwards, you’ll have the opportunity to unwind after this full day on a relaxing cruise along the Parramatta River to Sydney’s Circular Quay or Darling Harbour (own expense).

Departs Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun (Apr-Sep)Daily (Oct-Mar) 8.00am

Concludes 6.15pm

J95

Small Group Blue Mountains in Style

Travel west into the rugged beauty of the World Heritage listed Blue Mountains National Park. Experience traditional dance and take home genuine Aboriginal souvenirs at the Waradah Aboriginal Centre. See steep valleys, canyons and the Three Sisters on the Skyway, Scenic Railway or Cableway (own expense). Enjoy a lunch break in the quaint township of Leura (own expense). Visit an Australian wildlife park with an opportunity to touch a cuddly koala and see kangaroos, wombats, dingoes and other unique Australian animals. Our last stop will be at Homebush Bay, the venue of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games, where you may take a river cruise back into Sydney Harbour (own expense).


Concludes 5.45pm

Full day

Full day

J15

Blue Mountains & Australian Wildlife

Sydney

Featherdale Wildlife Park

The Blue Mountains



Day Tours

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Experience the beauty and history of the Australian outback. Relax at Drovers Camp and learn how to make Aussie Damper and Billy Tea over the campfire. Watch the stockmen and their dogs demonstrate a real live sheep muster. Take part in a sheep shearing demonstration followed by a wool-room presentation. Watch a boomerang throwing and whip cracking display by the skilful stockmen and why not try it yourself. Enjoy authentic Aussie tucker in the Tobruk Station Woolshed Restaurant; have a drink at the Stockman’s Bar (own expense) and enjoy great photo opportunities with views over the Hawkesbury River Valley.

Departs Tue, Thu 8.15am

Concludes 2.45pm

J2

Blue Mountains & Jenolan Caves

Aussie Farm Life – Tobruk Sheep Station

Departs Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat 8.00am

Concludes 6.15pm

Full day

Full day

J32

Sydney

Three Sisters

Tobruk Sheep Station

Enjoy the unique opportunity to discover the majestic beauty of New South Wales’ World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains National Park. Take in the stunning views over native Australian eucalypt forests and rock formations dating back to a time long past. You’ll visit the park’s western spur, where the largest underground limestone caves in the country, the Jenolan Caves, are situated. Embark on a fascinating guided tour of the Lucas, Imperial or Chifley Caves and discover the deep chamber of limestone formations. You’ll also learn about the folklore of the European settlers and the bushrangers of this region. Watch for wildlife as you travel to the unusual Blue Lake and visit the charming Blue Mountains National Park ‘capital’ of Katoomba.



Day Tours

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Enjoy a full day of memorable highlights. Begin with coastal scenery of sandy beaches and lazy seaside villages as you travel down the coast from Sydney. Travel over the Sea Cliff Bridge and along the Grand Pacific Drive. View the unusual natural phenomenon of the dramatic Kiama Blowhole and cruise the protected waters of Jervis Bay in search of pods of wild dolphins. Enjoy a delicious fish and chips lunch before or after your cruise. Whales occasionally visit this area as they migrate from September to December, so keep an eye out. Itinerary may alter due to tidal conditions.

Departs Tue, Sun 8.00am

Concludes 7.00pm

J36

Grand Pacific Drive & Jervis Bay Dolphins

Encounter an unspoilt and diverse blue-water paradise in Port Stephens, known as a wildlife haven, thanks to the presence of around 160 bottle-nosed dolphins which have permanent residence here. Stop at the Australian Reptile Park to see a number of our native reptiles up close. On arrival in Port Stephens you’ll board a luxury cruise in search of pods of bottle-nosed dolphins and other aquatic wildlife, delighting in the sight of wild dolphins at play. Following this, hop aboard a modern 4WD vehicle and discover the Stockton Bight sand dunes, the last great sand dune system in New South Wales, with its 32 kilometres of rolling sandy slopes. Here, you’ll also have the opportunity to try your hand at sand-boarding, an active experience that you simply won’t forget.

Departs Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat 8.00am

Concludes 7.30pm

J86S

Port Stephens Dolphins & Dunes

Sydney Full day

Full day

Sandboarding

Dolphin Watching



Day Tours

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Enjoy this tour of Australia’s national capital, a city designed to reflect an entire nation. See contemporary architecture set cleverly amid Canberra’s many delightful gardens and parks. View Lake Burley Griffin and enjoy a guided tour through Parliament House and the National Museum or National Gallery. Then, view the foreign embassies, where many of the country’s important dignitaries are based. Feel the spirit of the ANZACs as you travel along the boulevard dedicated to Australia’s heroic participants of World Wars I and II. You’ll also visit the impressive War Memorial, view the Carillon Bell Tower and the gardens of Commonwealth Park. In autumn, you’ll also be able to absorb the riot of colour that results from extensive tree planting throughout the year.

Spend an entire day discovering the beautiful wine region of the renowned Hunter Valley and sampling award-winning regional wines. Enjoy a private wine tasting experience at world renowned Lindemans, Draytons and McGuigan wineries. Next, feast on a delicious luncheon accompanied by complimentary wine at Hunter Resort. Our last stop will take you to the lovely Hunter Valley Gardens a quaint little township within the Hunter Valley. After departing Hunter Valley Gardens we head back to Sydney.

Departs Mon, Wed, Fri8.00am

Concludes 9.00pm

Departs Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun 8.00am

Concludes 6.45pm

J11

J14

Canberra – Australia’s Capital City Icons

Hunter Valley Harvest Wine Experience

Full day

Full day

Sydney

Parliament House

Hunter Valley



Day Tours

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Melbourne

Discover the charm of Melbourne. See Captain Cook’s Cottage, Queen Victoria Market, Fitzroy Gardens and Albert Park, home to the Australian Grand Prix. Stroll through the Royal Botanic Gardens, see the Royal Exhibition Buildings and Federation Square. Visit the Shrine of Remembrance and see the Southbank waterfront precinct. Appreciate the city’s architecture, including St Paul’s Cathedral and the Princess and Regent Theatres. Cross the Bolte Bridge for great city views.

Enjoy one of the world’s great coastal drives with dramatic scenery, striking contrasts and magnificent vistas. See the seaside town of Lorne and visit Apollo Bay for lunch (own expense) Discover the legends of ‘The Shipwreck Coast’ at Port Campbell National Park. See the Twelve Apostles, sandstone pillars that face the Southern Ocean. Walk along the boardwalk and enjoy the spectacular scenery. Marvel at Loch Ard Gorge where millions of years of erosion have sculpted these incredible landmarks. Continue past Port Campbell to the remnants of London Bridge.


Concludes 11.45am


Concludes 8.00pm

K1

K4

Magnificent Melbourne – Morning City Sights

Great Ocean Road & Twelve Apostles

Half day

Full day

The Twelve Apostles

Healesville Wildlife Sanctuary



Day Tours

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PortCampbell

Apollo Bay

Phillip Island

DandenongRanges

HealesvilleBallaratHallsGap

GrampiansNational Park

Murray River Mt. Buller

Melbourne

MacKenzieFalls

Melbourne

Journey into the heart of picturesque wine country and ride Australia’s oldest steam train before arriving at a winery for lunch (Tour K35L). Marvel at the spectacular views and lush rainforest settings of Sherbrooke Forest, home to native birds whose songs fill the air as you ride aboard the Puffing Billy Steam Train. This historic train takes you through towering mountain ash trees and lush fern gullies. Enjoy a delicious lunch at Rochford Winery, then sample local wines at Dominique Portet and other Yarra Valley wineries.Tour + Lunch (K35L)

Ride the historic Puffing Billy Steam Train for a memorable journey on Australia’s most notable narrow-gauge railway. Ride through the lush Sherbrooke Forest, filled with giant fern trees and the distinctive calls of Australian native animals, before sampling traditional Australian billy tea and lamington cakes. Head to Healesville Wildlife Sanctuary where you can enjoy lunch in the cafè (Tour K15L). Have the afternoon to stroll through Healesville Wildlife Sanctuary, Australia’s premier wildlife park. See koalas, kangaroos, Tasmanian Devils and emus before watching the ‘Eagles Fly‘ demonstration where magnificent birds of prey can be seen. See the sanctuary’s nocturnal house, home to the shy platypus. Tour + Lunch (K15L)

Departs Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun 8.20am

Concludes 5.30pm

Departs Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun 8.20am

Concludes 5.30pm

K35

K15

K35L

K15L

Puffing Billy Steam Train & Wine Country in Style

Puffing Billy Steam Train & Healesville Wildlife

Full day

Full day

Yarra Valley





Day Tours

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Journey to the Dandenong Ranges to ride the Puffing Billy steam train through the mountain ash forest and cool fern gullies. Marvel at the spectacular views and lush rainforest setting and look out for kookaburras, bell birds, king parrots and native Australian animals. At Grant’s Reserve enjoy a delicious home-made Devonshire Tea of fresh hot scones with jam and cream and tea or coffee. While there you can hand-feed the Crimson Rosella birds. Explore the quaint little village of Sassafras, renowned for beautiful antiques and local craft.


Concludes 1.00pm

K5

Puffing Billy Heritage Steam Train Journey Half day

Melbourne

En route visit Maru Koala & Animal Park where you will be able to get in touch with wildlife. Pat a koala, hand-feed a kangaroo before crossing the bridge at San Remo to enter Phillip Island. View the Nobbies, home to one of Australia’s largest fur seal populations. See the seaside town of Cowes and the Visitors Information Centre. At dusk, enjoy the Penguin Parade and see penguins make their way to their burrows.Tour + Penguin Viewing Platform (K10P)

Explore Melbourne at your leisure today and join an evening tour to witness the Little Penguins of Phillip Island. At dusk, view the wonderful phenomenon of the Little Penguins as they emerge from the surf, returning to the safety of their dune rockeries. From your nearby vantage point watch these creatures feed their young. Enjoy this opportunity to experience life in the penguin colony.

Departs Daily 1.15pm

Concludes 10.30pm-11.30pm (Oct-Mar)9.30pm (Apr-Sep)

Departs Daily 5.00pm (Oct-Mar) 3.00pm (Apr-Sep)

Concludes 10.30pm-11.30pm (Oct-Mar)9.30pm (Apr-Sep)

K10

K10P

K11

Phillip Island – Penguins, Kangaroos & Koalas

Phillip Island – Penguins Up Late

Full day

Half Day

Phillip Island Penguins





Day Tours

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Absorb the history of the goldrush era at Sovereign Hill, the perfectly re-created 1850s gold mining settlement. Pan for gold, tour underground mines or ride a stagecoach (own expense). Visit the Eureka Stockade Centre and learn of the notorious days of rebellion. Wander the main street to visit goldsmiths, craftsmen and traders, and enjoy browsing the unique period-style stores along with real-life characters and story re-enactments. Watch traditional skills being practised using age-old techniques by wood turners and metallurgists. Tour + Wildlife Park (K13W)Combine your day at Sovereign Hill with the unique creatures of the Australian bush at the Ballarat Wildlife Park.

Be inspired by the sheer majesty of the Grampians National Park with its rugged cliffs and cascading waterfalls. The surrounding wilderness supports thousands of species of Australia’s native flora and fauna, such as kangaroos and emus. Visit picturesque Halls Gap, a unique village tucked away in the heart of the Grampians. Stop in the charming township of Beaufort and enjoy included morning tea. Visit Brambuk Aboriginal Cultural Centre, bringing to life the amazing history and culture of local Aboriginal communities. Then, see the Jaws of Death rock formation and take a walk to Mackenzie Falls to discover a spectacular series of waterfalls. Incredible views can be seen at Boroka Lookout and the Balconies, and you can view Victoria Valley from Reeds Lookout.

Escape for the day to the fairytale village in the snow, Mt. Buller. Relax and enjoy picturesque scenes of the lush Dandenong Ranges, the prosperous Yarra Valley and the Victorian High Country. Spend a day in the snow and take advantage of the excellent alpine activities available to you within the Mt. Buller Village. Everything from beginner lessons, chairlift rides, snow tubing and the expert ‘black runs’ are offered. This is a must for anybody that loves the snow or just wants to take a look.

Departs Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat 8.20am

Concludes 5.30pm

Departs Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun8.15am

Concludes 9.00pm

Departs Daily (Jun-Sep) 6.00am

Concludes 8.30pm

K13

K39

K79

K13W

Sovereign Hill Gold Rush

Grampians National Park

Mt. Buller Snow Adventure

Full day

Full day

Full day

Melbourne

Mt. Buller


€119adult



Day Tours

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Ayers Rock Resort

Ayers RockAirport

Park EntranceStation

SunriseViewing

SunsetViewing

Cultural Centre

Kantju Gorge

Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park

Kata Tjuta(the Olgas)

Kata TjutaDune Viewing

Mutitjulu

Uluru (Ayers Rock)

Uluru

Experience the sacred beauty and culture of Uluru led by a member of the Anangu. Behold the majesty of Uluru as the sun rises to reveal the desert’s red heart. Afterwards, enjoy a delicious breakfast at the Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre before joining your indigenous guide for an interpretive walk at the base of this ancient monolith. You’ll hear stories of its cultural significance and with Uluru as your backdrop, you’ll immerse yourself in the Anangu culture as you gather around a campfire and learn ancient bush skills.

Enjoy a revitalising cup of tea or coffee as you witness Uluru (Ayers Rock) at sunrise and see the desert come to life. Travel by coach to the Mutitjulu Walk where you will be escorted to the beautiful Mutitjulu Waterhole. View Aboriginal rock paintings and learn about the some native flora and explains the Aboriginal and European history of Uluru. Visit the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre, where you can learn about Aboriginal culture and see Aboriginal arts and crafts. On days when the Uluru Climb is open, those with a good level of fitness will have the opportunity to climb Uluru as an alternative to the Uluru Base Tour.

Departs Daily 90 minutes prior to sunrise

Concludes 12 noon

Departs Daily 90 minutes prior to sunrise

Concludes 3V hours after sunrise

RSJ

Y18

The Rising Sun & Sacred Walk

Uluru Sunrise & Sacred Sites

Half day

Half day

Sparkling Wine at Uluru Sunset



Day Tours

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Uluru

Travel from Ayers Rock Resort to the Uluru sunset viewing area. Enjoy nibbles and a glass of wine as the sun sets over the western horizon and the evening sky brings out the many shades of colour for which Uluru is famous. Don’t forget your camera!Tour + Barbecue Dinner (Y11B)Travel to our exclusive venue to enjoy a barbecue dinner including steak, sausages, kangaroo meat, salads and bread with sparkling wine. There is time for stargazing too (weather permitting).

Travel to the mystical 36 domes of Kata Tjuta. Enjoy a guided walk into Walpa Gorge. Marvel at the sheer walls that flank you as you enter the gorge. Learn of the domes’ formation and of the wildlife of the region. Some of the plants you will see here are so rare that they are only found among these rocky domes.Tour + Barbecue Dinner (Y13B) Travel to our exclusive venue to enjoy a barbecue dinner including steak, sausages, kangaroo meat, salads and bread with sparkling wine. There is time for stargazing too (weather permitting).

Travel from Ayers Rock Resort to Kings Canyon, stopping for included breakfast at Kings Creek Station along the way. Make the rocky climb to the rim of the canyon for marvellous views of Watarrka National Park. Follow the rim of the canyon stopping to look down into the canyon gorge at look-out points. Time permitting, you may choose to descend into the green oasis of the ‘Garden of Eden’. The circuit walk takes approximately 3 hours to complete and is rocky and steep in parts. It is recommended for those with a good level of fitness. Alternatively, you may wish to take an easier, shorter walk to explore the boulder strewn canyon floor. Return to Ayers Rock Resort.

Departs Daily 75 minutes prior to sunset

Concludes 30mins after sunset (Y11)2V hrs after sunset (Y11B)

Departs Daily 3.00pm (Nov-Mar)2.30pm (Apr-Oct)

Concludes30mins after sunset (Y13)2V hrs after sunset (Y13B)

Departs Daily 4.00am (Oct-Mar)4.45am (Apr-Sep)

Concludes 5.00pm (Oct-Mar)5.30pm (Apr-Sep)

Y11

Y13

Y19

Y11B

Y13B

Uluru Sunset

Kata Tjuta & Uluru Sunset

Kings Canyon & Outback Panoramas

Half day

Half day

Full Day

Uluru (Ayers Rock)






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Visit some of Alice Springs’ main attractions including the Royal Flying Doctor Service, the School of the Air and the historic Telegraph Station. Stop at the Alice Springs Reptile Centre, where you can see up close and maybe touch some of the lizards and snakes that frequent Central Australia’s semi-arid desert, such as the Perentie Lizard and the Thorny Devil. Enjoy panoramic views of the township and the rugged MacDonnell Ranges from Anzac Hill.

This 4WD safari travels through the West MacDonnell Ranges to Hermannsburg, (closed to tourists in summer months), an Aboriginal community and historic precinct which is renowned for its Aboriginal art collection. Travel down the bed of the Finke River, one of oldest water courses in the world, into Palm Valley. See spectacular rock forms, white sands and an oasis of rock pools and palm trees. Some plants such as the cycad and ‘Livistonia Mariae’ are known world-wide as relic plants and are unique to Central Australia. Visit the rock formation known as the Ampitheatre. Enjoy a picnic lunch within the Finke Gorge National Park. On the return journey, relax and enjoy the changing colours of the magnificent West MacDonnell Ranges in the afternoon light.

View the MacDonnell Ranges from the summit of Anzac Hill before travelling west along the ranges. Stop at the grave of John Flynn, the founder of the Royal Flying Doctor Service. Visit Simpsons Gap, well known for its elusive rock wallabies. Enjoy a short walk, billy tea and a light lunch at Angkerle (Standley Chasm).Tour + Alice Springs Desert Park (A7D)Continue to Alice Springs Desert Park. Explore the landscapes and wildlife of the region, and learn about their traditional use and management by Aboriginal people.

Departs Daily (Apr-Nov & Mar) Mon, Thu, Sat (Dec-Feb) 2.00pm

Concludes 6.00pm

Departs Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun (Apr-Nov & Mar) 8.00am

Concludes 6.00pm

Departs Daily (Apr-Nov & Mar) Mon, Thu, Sat (Dec-Feb) 7.30am

Concludes 12 noon (A7)Open (A7D)

A3

A5

A7

A7D

A Town like Alice

Palm Valley Outback Safari by 4WD

West MacDonnell Ranges

Half day

Full day

Half day

Alice Springs

Alice Springs





Day Tours

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We travel on the Arnhem Highway across the Adelaide River and Marrakai Plains. Stop at Nourlangie and view ancient Aboriginal rock art. After lunch we join our local guide for a cruise on the famous Yellow Water Billabong. Search for saltwater crocodiles and colourful birdlife. Visit the Warradjan Cultural Centre with informative displays depicting the traditions of the Aboriginal people in Kakadu.

Follow the Stuart Highway via Batchelor to Litchfield National Park. Visit Florence Falls, where you have the opportunity for a scenic and interpretive bush and monsoon vine forest walk plus a chance for a swim in the plunge pool. Travel to Tolmer Falls for magnificent views of the water cascading down to the deep waterhole below. Finally we visit Wangi Falls, another relaxing spot for a swim. A great day for taking many fascinating photos, including the amazing stand of termite mounds. Lunch is included.

Depart Darwin and stop to explore the Adelaide River War Cemetery. Enter Nitmiluk National Park, home to 13 stunning gorges and call into the Visitors Centre before joining your guided cruise between the sandstone cliff walls of Katherine Gorge. Enjoy commentary from your guide detailing the area’s plants and wildlife, and explaining the significance of the gorge for the Aboriginal people of this region. Enjoy a swim at Leliyn (conditions permitting). Lunch is included.

Join a city sights tour with expert commentary by a local guide. See the lush Botanic Gardens and the Chinese Temple, which was re-built after it was totally demolished by Cyclone Tracy in 1974. Tour the historic sites of the city including the East Point Military Precinct. See the Stokes Hill Wharf area and the Mooring Basin.


Concludes 7.30pm


Concludes 6.00pm

Departs Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat (May-Oct) Tue, Thu, Sat (Apr & Nov-Mar) 6.15am

Concludes 8.30pm


Concludes 6.00pm

D4

D5

D11

D2

Kakadu National Park Explorer

Litchfield National Park Waterfalls

Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls

Darwin City Sights

Full day

Full day

Full day

Half day

Darwin

Yellow Water Billabong





Day Tours

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Cairns

Travel in air-conditioned comfort in a 4WD vehicle with your guide. Cruise on the Daintree River, home to the estuarine crocodile, where you’ll spot local wildlife and unique plants. Wind through the rainforest of the Alexandra Range and enjoy views over the Daintree River estuary and beyond to the Coral Sea. Enjoy a tropical lunch set amongst the rainforest. Stroll on Cape Tribulation Beach then visit the Mossman Gorge Gateway Centre for an Indigenous presentation by the traditional owners. Learn about the secrets of one of the world’s oldest rainforests. Morning tea is included. Tour is available with GPS Activated Commentary in German, French, Italian, Spanish, Japanese and Chinese.

Board a high-speed catamaran and cruise to the Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy a reef presentation by a marine naturalist to learn more about the wonders of the reef and view the spectacular coral and tropical fish from a semi-submersible craft. You’ll have the opportunity to go snorkelling to view this natural living wonder up-close (equipment provided). A tropical buffet lunch is included. Return transfers are extra.

Board the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway for your journey to Kuranda. There are two stations en route where you can alight and enjoy a walk through the rainforest to spectacular lookouts or visit the CSIRO Interpretive Centre. In Kuranda it’s time to explore this fascinating village. The Heritage Markets are full of colourful and interesting arts and crafts. You might also like to visit Birdworld, the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary or Kuranda Koala Gardens (own expense). Later, board the world famous Kuranda Scenic Rail for your return journey to Cairns. Wind through hand-hewn tunnels, across bridges and around curves, all the time appreciating what an amazing engineering feat it is.

Departs Daily 6.45am (Cairns) 7.45am (Port Douglas) Concludes 7.00pm (Cairns) 6.00pm (Port Douglas)

Departs Daily 9.00am Concludes 5.00pm

Departs Daily 8.15am Concludes 4.00pm

CTR

CRMC

KQS

Cape Tribulation & Daintree

Great Barrier Reef Cruise

Kuranda, Skyrail & Scenic Rail

Full day

Full day

Full day

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway




Day Tours

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Brisbane

Visit Australia Zoo, a collection of some of Australia’s most dangerous reptiles and 1,200 animals! Explore the many exhibits including the brand new Africa exhibit and daily wildlife shows. See the feeding of the wild crocodiles and get up close and personal with some of Australia’s unique wildlife such as kangaroos, emus and snakes. The zoo remains a living legacy of the late Crocodile Hunter, the legendary Steve Irwin.

Enjoy Brisbane sights from land and water. Travel through the city centre and past historic sandstone buildings, then delight in morning tea as you cruise up the Brisbane River. Enjoy a lunch break (own expense) at South Bank Parklands. Ride the Wheel of Brisbane for 360° city views. In the afternoon visit Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary to hold a koala, then Mt Coot-tha Lookout for a view of the city skyline.

Enrich your spirit on this popular tour. Stand on the eastern most edge of the Australian continent at lifestyle capital and international tourism magnet, Byron Bay. See cliff top Cape Byron Lighthouse, trendy shops, eateries and the sapphire blue Pacific Ocean. If you are lucky, spot turtles, dolphins and whales. We stop at award winning Tropical Fruit World for Mount Warning Views and exotic fruits, unique gifts, souvenirs and a delicious café menu.

Visit the nature lovers’ paradise, O’Reilly’s. Walk high above the rainforest canopy, traverse old logging tracks, see ancient forests and hear stories of Queensland’s earliest settlers. Explore this World Hertitage listed wonder, with over 20,000 hectares of sub-tropical rainforest. Hear the calls of native birds as you walk through the tree tops, 16 metres above the rainforest floor. Enjoy a morning tea at Tamborine Mountain.

Departs Daily 8.45am (Brisbane)8.45am (Gold Coast)

Concludes 5.30pm (Brisbane)6.30pm (Gold Coast)

Departs Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun 9.00am (Brisbane)7.30am (Gold Coast)


Departs Daily 8.00am (Gold Coast)

Concludes 5.00pm



B7/G7

B84/G84

G36

B33/G33

Australia Zoo — Crocodile Express

Brisbane’s Best

Byron Bay, Mt. Warning & Tropical Fruit World

O’Reilly’s & Lamington NP

Full day

Full day

Full day

Full day

Australia Zoo





Day Tours

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Adelaide

This full day tour takes you to South Australia’s premium wine region, to sample some of the Barossa’s finest wines including the world famous Jacobs Creek and Saltram Wine Estate. Enjoy a sumptuous lunch in the Barossa at the South Australian Company Store. Then wind your way through the picturesque Adelaide Hills to Hahndorf, Australia’s oldest German settlement, where you can choose between wine tastings at the boutique RockBare Cellar Door or free time to explore Hahndorf’s main street with many shops and galleries full of local arts, crafts and pubs where you can sample some German Beers.

Depart for the Adelaide Hills. Drive down North Terrace, Adelaide’s cultural precinct, on the way to Mount Lofty Summit, Adelaide’s highest peak. Take in the spectacular views of the city and the coastline, a perfect photo opportunity. Wind your way through the villages of Crafers, Stirling, Aldgate and Bridgewater before arriving at Hahndorf, Australia’s oldest German settlement. Spend the afternoon exploring the main street, sample local produce, and check out the local arts and crafts before afternoon tea or a traditional German beer tasting.

Your guide will introduce you to this delightful city. Drive past Adelaide’s cultural precinct - North Terrace, the National Wine Centre, Adelaide Botanic Gardens and the beautiful Botanic Park, home to the Bicentennial Conservatory and the Adelaide Zoo. Continue through historic North Adelaide, where you’ll see tree-lined streets, mansions and historic buildings. Stop and visit the iconic St Peters Cathedral or the newly developed Adelaide Oval then travel to the Haigh’s Chocolates for a factory tour and tastings of this famous South Australian chocolate (except Sundays & Good Friday).

Departs Mon, Tue, Fri 9.15am

Concludes 5.15pm


Concludes 5.15pm


Concludes 12.15pm

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AS14

A Taste of the Barossa & Hahndorf

Adelaide Hills & Hahndorf

Adelaide City Highlights

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Half day

The Barossa

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Board the Proud Mary and relax as you cruise the historic river. Enjoy lunch on board as you continue your journey along the river and gain insight into the river system and unique landscapes of the region. Upon disembarking you will journey on an incredible coach tour along the river bank of the Murray River taking in spectacular views, including those from the Mannum Lookout. Travel to the Toy Factory and Big Rocking Horse at Gumeracha before journeying back to Adelaide via the scenic Adelaide Hills.

Begin with a picturesque coach ride through the Adelaide Hills to the historical Scottish settlement of Strathalbyn. Continue on to the paddle steamer town of Goolwa where you will have a brief tour of the town. On your way to Victor Harbor cruise past the charming coastal town of Port Elliot including Horseshoe Bay and stop at Whale Lookout. In Victor Harbor, wander through the main street, sampling the fresh local product. Optional 3 course lunch at the Hotel Victor (own expense). You may choose to explore Granite Island, where you’ll find the Little Penguins and you might even catch a glimpse of a Southern Right Whale during the winter months. Continue to the wine making region of McLaren Vale. Wander the main street, sample the fresh local produce including the delicious cheeses at Blessed Cheese, taste some of the fine wines or grab a coffee at one of the many cafés. From here take a scenic drive through South Australia’s southern metropolitan beaches of Port Noarlunga and Moana before returning to Adelaide.

Departs Mon, Fri 9.15am

Concludes 5.15pm

Departs Wed, Sat 9.15am

Concludes 5.15pm

AS23

AS18

River Murray Highlights

Victor Harbor and McLaren Vale Highlights

Full day

Full day

Adelaide

Enjoy a scenic coach journey to Cape Jervis taking in the picturesque Fleurieu Peninsula Board the SeaLink ferry for the 45 minute crossing to Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island. Here you will board your luxury SeaLink coach. Visit Seal Bay Conservation Park where you will be taken on a beach walk with an experienced guide, and be amongst a colony of rare Australian Sea-lions. Get up close and see these wild creatures frolic and laze about. Then enjoy a delicious two course lunch at Vivonne Bay Bistro, followed by a visit to the Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, were you will see koalas relaxing in the trees. Spend the afternoon at Flinders Chase National Park. See the rugged coastline from walks around Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch. Remarkable Rocks provide great photographic opportunities, and the Admirals Arch boardwalk takes you down a rugged cliff face to reveal the spectacular rock archway, a natural nursery and safe haven for playful New Zealand Fur seals.

Departs Daily 6.45amConcludes 10.40pm

HTCC

Kangaroo Island Experience Full day




Visit a wildlife park to photograph koalas and kangaroos. Then head to Nambung National Park, home of the Pinnacles Desert. See the amazing moon-like landscapes and wander through the limestone spires. After a picnic lunch, enjoy an informative tour of the Indian Ocean Rock Lobster factory. Continue to Lancelin and 4WD over massive sand dunes and try sand-boarding. Then see colourful native wildflowers when in season (Aug-Dec, subject to profusion).

Journey through WA’s wheatbelt region to Wave Rock, one of Australia’s most incredible natural geological formations. Your trip features scenic touring through the Darling Ranges district. Visit historic York and travel through farmlands. Enjoy lunch then join a cultural tour of Wave Rock, visit a cave with Aboriginal paintings and see local geological land forms. Enjoy afternoon tea (own expense) in the farming town of Babakin. Stop to view colourful banks of wildflowers when in season (Sep-Nov, subject to profusion).

Renowned as Western Australia’s finest wine producing region, Margaret River is also blessed with natural beauty. Travel to Busselton Jetty, marvel at the longest wooden jetty in the Southern Hemisphere.Enjoy a gourmet lunch platter and tastings at Bootleg Brewery, explore Mammoth Cave, drive through the Boranup Forrest, visit the famous Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse. Taste wine at a local winery, enjoy free time in Margaret River town before returning to Perth, and stop for dinner (own expense).


Concludes 7.30pm

Departs Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun8.00am

Concludes 8.30pm

Departs Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun8.00am

Concludes 8.30pm

P4L

P6L

P7L

Pinnacles Desert 4WD Adventure

Wave Rock & Aboriginal Culture

Margaret River, Cave, Wine & Cape Leeuwin

Full day

Full day

Full day

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Prices & Itineraries: are effective from 01 April 2014 and are shown in EUR€ (unless otherwise specified) and supersede all prices previously advertised. Pass must be booked and paid in full paid at time of booking prior to arrival into Australia or commencement of the first tour. Fares are subject to change at any time. We recommend all tour bookings be made at least 24 hours in advance especially during peak season. No refunds will be issued on unused portions of the Sightsee ‘n’ Save Pass. Tours may be cancelled or itineraries changed without notice. AAT Kings reserves the right to cancel tours within 24 hours prior to departure. Fares are set by the specific operator of the tour. Pass is valid for 24 months from the time of purchase and any unused portions will be deemed void after 24 months. Pass excludes Uluru – Kata Tjuta and Kakadu National Park entry fees.

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