Australia / New Zealand

New South Wales & Queensland Coach Touring

REEF ISLANDS & COAST

13 days

SYDNEY to CAIRNS

Experience sunshine, tropical rainforests, white sandy beaches, island resorts, the Great Barrier Reef, breathtaking coastlines and good times on our most popular locally escorted tour.

Visit the Great Barrier Reef on this locally escorted coach tour. You will be accompanied by a Coach Captain and a Tour Director who are totally committed to making sure your vacation exceeds your expectations.

Travel in luxurious state-of-the-art coaches and stay in some of the finest accommodations in Australia.

SPECIAL AIRFARES are available in conjunction with this itinerary.

Goway's Splendid Sydney Travelpac could be considered after finishing this tour. We also include a free airport meet and greet and transfer to your accommodation before departure.

 

Day 1. Sydney - Coffs Harbour. Depart Sydney and travel the scenic coastline of New South Wales, stopping at the coastal town of Port Macquarie. Continue to Coffs Harbour. Tonight enjoy a welcome drink with your Tour Director and fellow travelling companions. 

Day 2. Byron Bay - Gold Coast. his morning journey to the Cape Byron Lighthouse and enjoy the superb views from Australia's most easterly point. Stop in exclusive Byron Bay for lunch (own expense), before following the lush Tweed River Valley to the famous Gold Coast. Tonight is free to dine at one of the many restaurants and cafés. Mantra Sun City, Gold Coast. B

Day 3. Gold Coast - Fraser Island. Travel along the Gold Coast to Brisbane for an orientation tour of the city and learn about opals. Continue on to Hervey Bay for the ferry crossing to remarkable Fraser Island. (2 nights) BD

Day 4. Fraser Island. Today join your 4WD vehicle for a half-day tour of the island. Marvel at the majestic rainforest at Central Station. Visit Lake McKenzie, one of the island's beautiful freshwater lakes, surrounded by white sandy beaches. There is also time to relax and enjoy the Resort's facilities. B

Day 5. Rockhampton. Return to the mainland this morning and stop at Langmorn Station, a fully operational cattle station. Enjoy afternoon tea at the homestead, a restored Queenslander built in 1873. Continue across the Tropic of Capricorn to Rockhampton, situated on the Fitzroy River. Dine out this evening at the Koorana Crocodile Farm. Home to around 3000 crocodiles, your guide will take you on a spotlight tour where a visit to the pens will reveal crocodiles as small as 5 ounces and as large as 1,650 pounds! You can even hold a small crocodile. Rockhampton Plaza. BD

Day 6. Brampton Island. Travel north to the marina at Mackay, Australia's super capital, where you will going a catamaran for your cruise to Brampton Island, a large and beautiful National Park Island located at the southern end of the Whitsunday Passage. Tonight enjoy dinner at the Bluewater Restaurant. Palm Rooms (2 nights) BD

Day 7. Brampton Island. Enjoy a day at leisure to explore tropical Brampton Island. You have the opportunity to take an interpretive nature walk around the island. There are sailboarding and catamaran classes. Play beach volleyball, tennis, croquet, golf or you could go snorkeling. Perhaps just laze by the fresh or saltwater pools. B

Day 8. Townsville Head north to the tropical city of Townsville. Enjoy a guided tour of Billabong Sanctuary. This afternoon is free to relax or perhaps take a stroll along The Strand. Jupiters Townsville Hotel & Casino BD

Day 9. Atherton Tablelands. Journey north from Townsville, then climb the high tropical plateau known as the Atherton Tablelands. Visit Millaa Millaa Falls and the famous Curtain Fig Tree. Enjoy a guided cruise on Lake Barrine, before making our way to Port Douglas.  (2 nights) BD

Day 10. Port Douglas. A full free day in Port Douglas awaits you today. There is an opportunity to explore the World Heritage Rainforest, enjoy a walk along Four Mile Beach, or just sit back and relax by the pool. B

Day 11. Great Barrier Reef. Join the Great Adventures catamaran and cruise out to the Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy a reef education presentation and view the spectacular corals and tropical fish from the Underwater Observatory and the semi-submersible craft. There is the opportunity to go snorkelling and view this natural living wonder up close (equipment provided). Enjoy an included delicious tropical buffet lunch, before we return to Cairns this afternoon. Novotel Oasis Resort (2 nights) BL

Day 12. Kuranda. Board the Kuranda train for an historic journey taking you through the scenic countryside behind Cairns. Arrive at the cultural rainforest village of Kuranda with time to wander through the various stalls of the colourful Kuranda Markets. Later, board the Skyrail Cableway that takes you above the canopy of the tropical rainforest of the Barron Gorge National Park. Visit the famous Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park where the legends of the Dreamtime are brought to life. BD

Day 13. Depart Cairns. Your tour concludes today after breakfast. You will be transferred to Cairns Airport for your onward flight. B

DEPARTURES:

2010: Jan 28; Feb 04; Mar 04.

PRICE:

Please request prices for the dates you wish to travel.

SIGHTSEEING HIGHLIGHTS

• Stay in picturesque Coffs Harbour
• Stop in Byron Bay and visit the Cape Byron Lighthouse
• Take a 4WD adventure tour of Fraser Island
• Historical Langmorn Station
• Visit the animals at Billabong Sanctuary
• Enjoy an opal demonstration
• Visit Millaa Millaa Falls and the Curtain Fig Tree
• Cruise on tranquil Lake Barrine
• Discover the Great Barrier Reef
• Snorkel or watch the fish swim by in the Underwater Observatory
• Travel on the Kuranda Railway to the village of Kuranda
• Ride the Skyrail Cableway over the rainforest
• Visit Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park

INCLUDES

• Touring by luxury air-conditioned coach
• Experiences, professional Tour Director and Tour Driver
• Meals: 12 Full Buffet Breakfasts (B), 1 Lunch (L), 7 Dinners (D)
• Accommodation in centrally located hotels
• Welcome drink
• All purpose Travel Wallet and map

 

Nsw, South Australia & NT Coach Touring

Best Of The Outback

11 or 16 days

• 11 days Sydney to Alice Springs (or v.v.)
• 16 days Sydney to Darwin (or v.v.)

Stay in some of the finest accommodation available.

Locally Escorted Coach Tours. You will be accompanied by a Coach Captain and Tour Director who are totally committed to making sure your vacation exceeds your every expectation. Your Tour Director is always on hand with suggestions on how to make the most of your vacation and to assist in every possible way.

Goway's Splendid Sydney Travel - pac could be considered before joining this tour. We also include a free airport meet and greet and transfer to your accommodation before departure.

Day 1. Sydney to Hay. Depart Sydney and travel along the Hume Highway via Goulburn and the Riverina to Hay. Enjoy a welcome drink this evening. Comfort Inn D

Day 2. Hay to Adelaide. Today, travel via vast Hay Plains and Mildura, located ion the mighty Murray River. Cross the South Australian border and travel through the vineyards to Adelaide. Stamford Plaza BD

Day 3. Adelaide to Flinders Ranges. See the sights of Adelaide on an orientation tour, then sample wines at Sevenhill cellars. Later, travel through the Flinders Ranges into Wilpena Pound. Wilpena Pound Resort BD

Day 4. Port Augusta. Time to explore Wilpena Pound. This afternoon, travel through Pitchi Richi Pass to Port Augusta and visit the Wadlata Outback Centre. Majestic Oasis Apartments BD

Day 5. Coober Pedy. Visit Woomera, before travelling to isolated Coober Pedy, the opal capital, visit an underground church and home. Desert Cave Hotel BD

Day 6. Coober Pedy to Ayers Rock. Cross the border into Northern Territory and continue to Ayers Rock,. This evening enjoy a glass of wine and nibbles as you watch the sunset over Ayers Rock. (11 Day Ayers Rock to Darwin passengers join in the tour this evening). Desert Gardens (2 nights) BD

Day 7. Ayers Rock to the Olgas. This morning, you may wish to join an early tour to view the sunrise over Uluru. Enjoy a guided walk into Mutitjulu Waterhole and stop at the informative Cultural Centre. This afternoon, visit Kata-Tjuta and walk into Walpa Gorge. Enjoy a sunset with a glass of sparkling wine, followed by a delicious barbecue dinner under the stars. BD

Day 8. Kings Canyon. Travel to Kings Canyon today. For the energetic, a guided climb to the Canyon rim will be rewarded with magnificent views of Watarrka National Park. Kings Canyon Resort BD

Day 9. Alice Springs. Leaving Watarrka National Park, travel to Alice Springs. See the Royal Flying Doctor Service, School of the Air and the Telegraph Station. Stop for panoramic views of Alice Springs from Anzac Hill. Alice Springs Resort (2 nights) BD

Day 10. Exploring Alice Springs. This morning, spend time with a local Aboriginal guide on a Desert Discovery Tour. In the afternoon, travel to Standley Chasm, Simpsons Cup, and visit the Alice Springs Desert Park to see unique Australian animals. B

Day 11. Alice Springs to Tennant Creek. (11 Day Sydney to Alice Springs passengers depart Alice Springs after breakfast - transfer included). Travelling north, arrive at the Devils Marbles with time to walk around these precariously balanced boulders. In Tennant Creek, tour the historic Battery Hill Precinct and an underground mine to experience the life of early miners. Tonight, enjoy a delicious barbecue dinner. Eldorado Motor Inn BD

Day 12. Mataranka Thermal Springs to Katherine. Travel across vast outback stations. Visit the historic Daly Waters Hotel, before continuing into 'Never Never' country. Stop at the tropical oasis of Mataranka for a relaxing dip in thermal springs or stroll through the Elsey Homestead replica. Paraway Motel. BD

Day 13. Katherine Gorge to Kakadu. Join an early morning cruise through Katherine Gorge. Visit the Nitmiluk Visitor Centre and then continue deep into Kakadu National Park. Join an afternoon cruise on the famous Yellow Water Billabong. Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn BD

Day 14. Kakadu National Park to Darwin. Travel to Ubirr an climb to the top of this rocky outcrop for rewarding views. We stop at Bowali Visitor Centre. The displays here will take you on a journey through Kakadu's varied habitats and landscapes. This afternoon, travel to Darwin and enjoy a sightseeing tour of this tropical city o arrival. Holiday Inn Esplanade (2 nights) B

Day 15. Litchfield National Park. Today, we travel to Litchfield National Park to see beautiful Florence Falls and the mysterious Magnetic Termite Mounds. Dine out this evening at Darwin's newest attraction, Crocosaurus Cove. Get up close and personal with a 'swim with the crocs' and watch the jumping croc display. BD

Day 16. Depart Darwin. Your tour concludes this morning after breakfast. You will be transferred to Darwin Airport to connect with your onward flight. B

Departures:

2010: Jan 11; Feb 08*; Mar 08.

PRICES:

Please request the latest prices and advise if you require additional arrangements.

PRICE INCLUSIONS:

• Friendly and professional services of a Tour Director and Tour Driver.
• Luxury travel by air-conditioned coach
• Twinshare rooms with private facilities, centrally located
• The best accommodation available at centrally located hotels.
• Hearty meals as indicated by BLD.
• Travel Wallet and map
• Welcome drink.
• Accommodation in centrally located hotels

SIGHTSEEING HIGHLIGHTS

• Sample local wine in the Clare Valley
• Wilpena Pound in the Flinders Ranges
• Tour of Coober Pedy
• Spectacular colours of sunset over Uluru (Ayers Rock)
• Guided Uluru (Ayers Rock) base walking tour
• Kata Tjuta (Olgas)
• Kings Canyon in Watarrka National Park
• Battery Hill Precinct at Tennant Creek
• Desert Discovery Tour with an Aboriginal guide
• Simpsons Gap and Standley Chasm
• Cruise through Katherine Gorge
• Cruise on Yellow Water Billabong in Kakadu National Park
• Visit Crocosaurus Cove

Solo Travellers...

If you are travelling on your own, the Coach Crew make sure that you feel instantly part of the group and enjoy the special camaraderie that is very much a part of these tours. If you prefer a room of your own, simply request it at time of booking and pay the Single Supplement. You may also choose to share a room with someone of the same sex. If we cannot find a match, we'll give you your own room at no extra cost.

Dining in Style

All meals provide a comprehensive menu selection to cater for even the most discerning palate. Often you can also choose when to dine. Delicious buffet breakfasts ensure a hearty start to each day. Fruit juices, cereals and hot selections are always on offer. Evening meals are also special occasions, as we enjoy sumptuous three-course, buffet or a la carte dining. All included meals are shown as follows:

(B) = Breakfast;

(L) = Lunch;

(D) = Dinner.

 

 

NSW & Victoria Coach Touring

GRAND SOUTHERN DISCOVERY

3, 6 & 10 days

• 3 days Sydney to Melbourne
• 6 days Adelaide to Melbourne
• 10 days Sydney to Adelaide

Day 1. Sydney to Canberra. Today our highlights are a barbecue lunch, sheep shearing demonstration at a working sheep station, a city tour of Canberra and a guided tour of Parliament House. This evening enjoy a welcome drink with your Tour Director.

Accommodation: Rydges Lakeside. LD

Day 2. Snowy Mountains. Our highlights today include: charming Cooma, gateway to the Snowy Mountains; Lake Jindabyne and stunning mountain scenery in Kosciuszko National Park. We also enjoy a journey along the picturesque Alpine Way and a unique overnight stay in one of the Bed & Breakfast properties in historic Beechworth.

Boutique Country Accommodation B

Day 3. Beechworth to Melbourne. his morning we take a sightseeing tour of historic Beechworth with time to explore the galleries, gardens, and antique and gift shops. Later, we'll see the museum and then it's on through Ned Kelly country to culturally diverse and totally cosmopolitan Melbourne. 3 day passengers depart tour on arrival in Melbourne.

Citigate Hotel (2 nights) B

Day 4. Melbourne "free time". You have a full day at leisure to explore Melbourne at your own pace - perhaps visit Phillip Island and its famous fairy penguins, try your luck gold panning at Sovereign Hill or simply enjoy the wonderful shopping and great cafés and restaurants. B

Day 5. Great Ocean Road. Today we experience incredible coastal scenery along the famous Great Ocean Road including the amazing Twelve Apostles, London Bridge and Loch Ard Gorge formations in Port Campbell National Park. You can also look for whales off the scenic coastline of Warrnambool (May and October) "6 day passengers join the tour this morning"

Country Comfort BD

Day 6. Tower Hill- Mt. Gambier.This morning we visit Worn Gundidi at Tower Hill State Game Reserve.

The area was a rich food source for the Koroitgundidj people whose descendants retain links with this country. Our guide will provide us with an Aboriginal perspective about flora, wildlife, volcanic formations, bush existence and medicinal practices. Then marvel at the pristine vistas before we continue through picturesque Port Fairy, along the coast and over the border to South Australia. We skirt the Lower Glenelg National Park into Mt. Gambier for a city tour and stop to look at the spectacular and mysterious Blue Lake.

Quality Inn International BD

Day 7. Adelaide. We travel through Meningie, located on the shores of Lake Albert, en route to Adelaide, where we'll take a city tour. The afternoon is yours to explore the gorgeous 'City of Churches'.

Stamford Plaza B

Day 8. Victor Harbor. Visit the seaside suburb of Glenelg before continuing to the Fleurieu Peninsula. Travel by ferry to Kangaroo Island for our two night stay. Tonight we'll have dinner at the Aurora Ozone Hotel, overlooking the spectacular Backstair Passage.

Aurora Ozone Hotel (2 nights) BD

Day 9. Kangaroo Island. Today explore Kangaroo Island! At Seal Bay, take a guided tour along the beach among the Australian Sea Lions. There is also time for koala, wallaby and kangaroo spotting at Flinders Chase National Park. BLD

Day 10. Depart Adelaide. This morning cruise by ferry back to Cape Jervis then on to elegant Adelaide. You will be transferred to Adelaide Airport for your onward flight. B

 

DEPARTURES EX SYDNEY

2010: Jan 5, Jan 26*; Feb 09, 23; Mar 16*, 30

PRICE INCLUDES:

Transportation, Touring with an experienced, professional Tour Director and Tour Driver, Full Buffet Breakfasts (B), Lunches (L), Dinners (D), Accommodation for 2, 5 or 9 nights depending upon tour taken, Welcome drink, All purpose travel bag and map.

PRICE EXCLUDES:

Airfare to and within Australia, which can be arranged by Goway.

 

 

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