Pacific - Outback - Xplorer
Start Dates: From Brisbane to Cairns
10.06.08– 03.07.08 fully booked
12.08.08 – 04.09.08
Duration:
24 Days
Price:
Tour only: AU$1299 per person Pricing Info
Tour + activities: AU$2499 per person Pricing Info
Day 1
We will arrange transport from the airport to the rental station and will assist you with the pick up of your rental vehicle and off we go to beautiful Bribie Island.
Day
2
Let's meet the other tour participants, together we will discuss the itinerary and procedures, assist you with your preparations with time to spare and explore the island or simply relax on one of Bribie's beautiful beaches the perfect spot to watch dolphins play.
 Day 3
Today we will visit the late Croc Hunter's Australia Zoo, you will see crocodiles and Alligators, Tigers and Elephants, Snakes, Kangaroos, you will get the chance to cuddle a Koala and much more.
Day
4
Let's explore the beautiful Sunshine Coast Hinterland in Maleny, have lunch in romantic Montville and continue our drive to Noosa . Here you will have the opportunity to do a bushwalk and some Koala spotting in the National Park, stroll down one of Australia's best known Streets - Hastings Street and sample some of the local cuisine or simply enjoy the naturally stunning beaches.
 Day 5
Today will be a day you shall remember for a long time. You will travel in style in a 4WD, use the beach as the highway and take the boat across to world heritage listed Fraser Island. Along the way you will see dolphins and in season Humpback Whales. Explore the world's largest sand island with endless beaches, unspoilt wilderness and home to Australia's purest dingos , enjoy a guided rainforest walk and cool off in one of the freshwater lakes with powder white sands. Morning and afternoon tea will be provided as well as a BBQ lunch.
Day
6
We will depart Noosa via Maryborough to Bundaberg. Let's visit the famous rum distillery and sample some products. A must see is the small beach at Mon Repos which is witness to one of the true wonders of the natural world. Each year hundreds of turtles return to complete an amazing natural cycle and visitors to the Mon Repos Turtle Rookery can now see this miracle up close.
 Day 7
Today we are heading to the historic Town of 1770 the Birth Place of Queensland. Let's indulge in the quiet charms of coastal communities, hike and bushwalk amid any number of pristine rain forests, go wild with wicked watersports or simply take it easy with a sunset picnic on a private stretch of deserted beach.
Day 8
We have an exiting day ahead of us, exploring the southern End of the Barrier Reef with a visit to Lady Musgrave Island. With plenty to time to snorkel the crystal clear waters view the coral gardens through glass bottom boats, feed tropical fish and a guided walk on the island. How about some reef fishing or scuba diving, discovering turtles, manta rays and Humpback whales? Where else in the world can you do all this in one day?
Day 9
We are heading north to Rockhampton - the "beef capital" of Australia. Let us explore what else "Rocky" has to offer.
Day 10
Today we will be on the road from Rockhampton via Mackay to Airlie Beach the gateway to one of the most spectacular tropical paradise of the Whitsunday Islands.
 Day 11
Let's change your dreams into memories today. A 85ft Catamaran will take us past Daydream Island to a beautiful spot off Hook Island for some snorkeling. After a BBQ lunch our trip then continues around Whitsunday Island to one of the most beautiful beaches in the world - Whitehaven Beach. We will then sail past Hamilton and South Molle Island before returning to Airlie Beach.
Day 12
Today we leave the coast and start heading inland towards the outback. Our first stop is Charters Towers which used to be Queensland's second largest city during the Gold rush.
 Day 13
We are heading further inland into dinosaur country. We will visit Hughenden to see a Muttaburrrasaurus skeletal replica before continuing our journey to Richmond to see Australia's best preserved dinosaur.
Day 14
Our journey today will take us to the outback town of Winton - the birthplace of Qantas. Here we will visit the Waltzing Matilda Center.
Day 15
We will leave Winton and enjoy a lunch stop in Crocodile Dundee Pub - The Walkabout Creek Hotel before heading to Mount Isa.
 Day 16
Known as the "Rodeo Capital of Australia", Mount Isa comes alive with the largest Rodeo in the southern hemisphere the, but there is more to "The Isa" than just a rodeo let's explore the Attractions at Outback at Isa.
Day 17
Today we have a long drive ahead of us - we are heading north all the way to the end of the Matilda Highway to Karumba stopping off in Normanton.
Day 18
Along the Savannah Way we will head east to Georgetown.
Day 19
Today the Terry family will welcome us. They will pick us up take us for a 2 hour drive to their property the Robin Hood Station. Here we will explore the beauties of Cobbold Gorge we will do a boat cruise and a short walk onto the escarpment for freshwater crocodile viewing. Lunch is provided near the waters edge at the gorge.
Day 20
Today our friend Joe will take us to a cattle station near Mt. Surprise. Meet the owners who will be happy to share with you the many aspects of station life, including a working cattle dog demonstration. Joe will them take us to explore the 190.000 year old breathtaking Undara Lava Tubes. After such an exiting day we sure need to relax - join us for a cold beer by the campfire, Joe will get his guitar out and we will sing a song or two.
Day 21
Leaving Mt. Surprise we will travel through the Atherton Tablelands, discover the beautiful Milla Milla Falls before heading to Cairns. We will finish the day with Tjapukai by Night, a true insight into aboriginal culture and ceremonies followed by a buffet dinner.
Day 22
Explore Cairns at your own leisure. We highly recommend a visit to Kuranda and a trip on the Skyrail.
Day 23
 We will finish our journey with experiencing one of the seven wonders of the world - The Great Barrier Reef. We will sail to two different locations on the reef - perfect for snorkeling. If you have ever wondered what it is like to dive? This is the perfect opportunity - with highly experienced diving instructor on board - why not try an Introductory Dive. We will finish our day with a farewell dinner.
Day 24
We will assist with the return of the rental vehicles and organize transport to the airport.
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