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Operator: Adventure Tours Minimum Price: AUD $ 685 Take this unique opportunity to exple a special part of Australia with sights including Bells Beach, Great Ocean Road, Grampians NP, Admirals Arch, Seal Bay, Remarkable Rocks, Flinders Chase NP, Prospect Hill Day 1 - Melbourne via Great Ocean Rd to Port CampbellWe 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 Port Campbell or Princetown.
Day 2 - Port Campbell to Grampians NPView sunrise over 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, calling in at Brambuks Aboriginal Cultural Centre before accepting 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 ‘Heart of the Grampians’ at Halls Gap. (B)
Day 3 - Halls Gap to AdelaideToday we spend the morning hiking to the bottom of MacKenzie Falls & Hollow Mountain for breathtaking views over the north of the Grampians before sadly leave 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. Overnight dorm accommodation included. (B)
Day 4 - A FREE day in Adelaide to relaxOvernight dorm accommodation included. (no meals)
Day 5 - Adelaide to Kangaroo IslandEnjoy meeting your ATA guide and fellow travellers as we drive south of Adelaide through the scenic hills of the Fleurieu Peninsula. Sail across Backstairs Passage with Sealink - a 45 minute ferry trip from Cape Jervis to Penneshaw, KI. On arrival, take a walk at Hogs Bay searching for wildlife. Stop at Pennington Bay then climb Prospect Hill for great views. We continue on to Stokes Bay to a secluded beach, then head to Rocky River Headquarters to see more wildlife. Check out Remarkable Rocks, Admirals Arch & Cape du Couedic to see a colony of fur seals, then head to our overnight accommodation. (LD)
Day 6 - Kangaroo Island to AdelaideWe try some platypus spotting and visit Hanson Bay Koala Sanctuary. Explore the sand dunes at Little Sahara then head to Seal Bay to walk amongst Australian Sea Lions. After lunch, we call in at Vivonne Bay then head for your return transfer to Adelaide. (BL)
Notes: Itinerary may vary and/or attractions substituted due to seasonal conditions and National Park requirements Notes:Special Departure Dates: Trip also departs on Thursdays in months November to March Departs from: Melbourne Departure Days:
All Prices: Adult: AU$685 Twin motel upgrade 5 nights per person $AU885 / Single motel upgrade 5 nights $AU1175 Send enquiry / Check Availability
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