AAT Kings Escorted Brochure 2017 | Page 59

Feel the sun on your face and the breeze in your hair as you delight your senses on a journey from the Tropical North , to Central Australia ’ s spiritual heartland and on to spectacular Sydney . Experience ancient culture , uncover stunning scenery , indulge in gourmet produce and meet local characters whose warmth you ’ ll remember forever .

Inspiring Journeys

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AYERS ROCK
Kata Tjuta ( the Olgas )
Start End
1
2
Uluru ( Ayers Rock )
Overnight stays Sightseeing stops
CAIRNS
KINGS CANYON
1
ALICE SPRINGS
3 Great Barrier Reef Cruise
HUNTER VALLEY
1
THE BLUE
MOUNTAINS 1 1 2
SYDNEY
13 days from
USD 6695 CAD 8350
Per Person Twin Share Land Only
Cairns to Sydney
Code : IJFLY
USD 6695 | CAD 8350 Per Person Twin Share
USD 8895 | CAD 11095 Single *
2017
Start
End Apr 11 Apr 23 Oct 10 Oct 22 Nov 07 Nov 19
USD 6695 | CAD 8350 Per Person Twin Share
USD 8895 | CAD 11095 Single *
2018
Start
End Feb 06 Feb 18 Mar 06 Mar 18
* Single traveler must pay the single price . For additional departure dates visit : aatkings . com / ijfly
Ways to Save
cattle property . This afternoon we enter Uluru – Kata Tjuta National Park to witness a spectacular Uluru sunset . Enjoy sparkling wine while you watch Uluru change color as the sun sets below the horizon . Hotel : Sails in the Desert , Ayers Rock Resort , 2 nights . B L
Day 7 : Uluru & Kata Tjuta Start this highlight day with an impressive sunrise over Kata Tjuta and Uluru from the dune viewing area . Then it ’ s off to the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre for an insight into the history of the local Anangu people . Having lived in and looked after the Uluru and Kata Tjuta region for tens of thousands of years , the Anangu ( traditional owners ) have a strong connection with this land . Then you ’ re off to the domes of Kata Tjuta to join your Travel Director for a walk through Walpa Gorge . The large , steep dome-like formations are amazing and have great cultural significance for the Anangu people . This afternoon take a walk around the base of Uluru and hear timeless stories , see rock art , and visit Mutitjulu Waterhole , an historical water source for the area . This evening you ’ ll dine at Ilkari Restaurant at your hotel . The resort ’ s chefs are continually finding new ways to incorporate local native ingredients to create world-class Indigenous bush-tucker-inspired outback fare . So you ’ ll find a unique variety of herbs and spices creatively incorporated into the dishes , such as Native Basil , Lemon Myrtle and Wattle Seed . B DW
Day 8 : Ayers Rock – Sydney Sleep in and relax before your flight to Sydney . Perhaps take a scenic helicopter flight over Uluru and Kata Tjuta , join a dot painting workshop , book a massage or just relax with a good book . In the afternoon fly
to Sydney and on arrival at your harbor side hotel , enjoy a drink and some canapés overlooking Walsh Bay . Hotel : The Langham , Sydney . B
Day 9 : Sydney – Blue Mountains Head off on a day of discovery to the million acre World Heritage listed Blue Mountains National Park . Breathe the pristine air and discover the Three Sisters at Echo Point and Govett ’ s Leap Lookout to see spectacular Bridal Veil Falls . Then with your Travel Director you delve deeper , traveling off the well-worn track to secluded lookouts and peaceful short bushwalks where we may be the only ones around . You ’ ll be rewarded with awe-inspiring views across the valleys as far as the eye can see and pictureperfect memories to take away . This afternoon arrive at your hotel and after taking the time to relax , enjoy a delicious meal featuring produce sourced from local Blue Mountains suppliers . Hotel : Parklands Country Garden & Lodges , Blue Mountains . B L DW
Day 10 : Blue Mountains – Hunter Valley Travel to the Hunter Valley wine region for a day of good food , great wine and beautiful scenery . You ’ ll indulge with private wine tastings at boutique vineyards and sit down to an exceptional lunch before spending the afternoon doing as you wish at your hotel . You may like to sit in your private courtyard with a good book and bottle of wine . Tonight enjoy dinner at the resort . Hotel : The Sebel Kirkton Park , Hunter Valley . B L DW
Day 11 : Hunter Valley – Sydney Get ready for a day of sailing on Sydney Harbour . Become part of a big boat sailing crew on board an America ’ s Cup yacht . You can take the helm , work the grinders or simply sit back and relax as you sail past the harbor ’ s iconic sights like the Sydney Opera House , Harbour Bridge , the Rocks district and small secluded coves surrounded by multimillion dollar waterfront homes . It ’ s a day you ’ ll remember for years to come . This evening is free for you to explore and discover one of Sydney ’ s incredible restaurants . Hotel : The Langham , Sydney , 2 nights . B
Day 12 : Sydney Sightseeing A day of sightseeing around the city awaits ! Explore the famous Eastern Suburbs , taking a stroll along the coastal walk for incredible views over the Pacific Ocean and wild coastal cliffs . Join a VIP guided tour of iconic Sydney Opera House then enjoy a shared tasting lunch at Opera Kitchen overlooking the sparkling harbor . After a free afternoon to explore , meet up with your Travel Director and fellow travelers for one last meal together as your vacation draws to an end . B L DW
Day 13 : Farewell from Sydney Your Inspiring Journey concludes this morning when you ’ ll be transferred by private car to Sydney Airport . B
Early payment discount Pay by 14 Apr 2017 Save up to USD670 | CAD835 Pay by 2 Jun 2017 Save up to USD500 | CAD625 Pay by 31 Jul 2017 Save up to USD335 | CAD420
Kings Club early payment discount Pay by 14 Apr 2017 Save up to USD1005 | CAD1255 Pay by 2 Jun 2017 Save up to USD835 | CAD1045 Pay by 31 Jul 2017 Save up to USD670 | CAD840
Kings Club
Flight information
Day 1 – Flights to arrive prior to 2.00pm into Cairns Airport
Day 13 – Flights to depart anytime from Sydney Airport
Airfares are not included in the prices above .
Internal-vacation flights
Land Only price requires the following internalvacation flights to be purchased separately in
order to fulfil the vacation itinerary : Day 4 from Cairns to Alice Springs – QF1949 Day 8 from Ayers Rock to Sydney – JQ661
Blue Mountains
Save up to USD335 | CAD420
All savings are per person . For discounts see page 19 .
The Sebel Kirkton Park