SOUTH EAST AUSTRALIA

New South Wales & Victoria

Tour	Days	Operator	Code	Full Itinerary
Sydney to Melbourne	3	APT	RCS3
Great Ocean Road, Kangaroo Island	6	APT	AM06
Country Getaway	3	AAT	ESM
Country Getaway with Farmstay	4	AAT	ESFM
Ocean and River Wonders	3	AAT	EMZ
Ocean and River Wonders	7	AAT	EZC
Royal Coachman	8	APT	RCSI
Grand Southern Discovery	8	AAT	ESMZ
Grand Southern Discovery	12	AAT	ESZS

Sydney to Melbourne - 3 Days

Tour Code: RCS3

What's included?

Departure Dates 2001

Sep. 26 / Oct. 03, 10, 31 / Nov. 14, 21 / Dec. 12

Departure Dates 2001

Jan. 02, 09, 23 / Feb. 06, 13, 20 / Mar. 06, 20, 27 / Apr. 03, 10, 24 / May. 01 / Sep. 25 / Oct. 02. 09, 30/ Nov. 13, 20 / Dec. 11

Tour dates denoted in blue are guaranteed departure dates.

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1 Wed. Sydney, Canberra City Tour (D)
Leaving Sydney at 8.30 a.m., travel south to Canberra and the top of Mount Ainslie for sweeping views over the National Capital. Enjoy a guided walking tour through Parliament House, one of Australia's most acclaimed buildings, then to the National Capital Exhibition and historic War Memorial. Drive around the colourful embassies, many of which have styled on the architecture of their native countries. Overnight Canberra, Rydges Hotel for 1 night.

Day 2 Thu. Kosciuszko National Park, Historical Beechworth (BD)
Enter Kosciuszko National Park, the largest national park in New South Wales and head to Thredbo, Australia's premier alpine resort. This beautiful park included the continent's most significant alpine region and contains its highest mountains. Continue along the precipitous Alpine Way where we may see kangaroos roaming in their natural habitat. Head in to the historical town of Beechworth, situated at the base of the foothills. This once prosperous gold-mining town boasts many elegant buildings from this affluent time. Overnight Beechworth. Carriage Motor Inn for 1 night.

Day 3 Fri. Beechworth Guided Tour, Brown Brother's Winery, Melbourne (B)
This morning there is an informative guided tour of Beechworth followed by billy tea and damper, then an opportunity of an optional carriage ride (at own expense) around town. Later enjoy free time in this beautifully preserved gold town, entirely classified by the National Trust. Continue to the vineyard region and visit Brown Brother's Winery for a tasting of their world-class award-winning wines. Tours concludes on arrival into Melbourne at about 6.00.p.m.

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Great Ocean Road, Kangaroo Island - 6 Days

Tour Code: AM06

What's included?

Departure Dates

14/Jan/2001, 28/Jan/2001, 11/Feb/2001, 18/Feb/2001, 25/Feb/2001, 11/Mar/2001, 25/Mar/2001, 15/Apr/2001, 6/May/2001

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1 Sun. Great Ocean Road, (BD)
6 Day passengers from Melbourne join 8.00 a.m., 184 Swanston Walk. A day of spectacular coastal scenery as we travel the 320 kilometres along Victoria's famous Great Ocean Road. View "The Twelve Apostles" and remains of London Bridge in Port Campbell National Park. Overnight: Warrnambool, Sundowner Mid City.

Day 2 Mon. Mt. Gambier, Adelaide (B)
Continue along the scenic coastal road through Port Fairy and over the South Australian border to Mt. Gambier. Visit the Blue Lake, famous for its vivid blue colour during summer, then through the wine-growing region surrounding Coonawarra. Overnight: Adelaide, Hindley Parkroyal.

Day 3 Tue. Hahndorf, Granite Island, Kangaroo Island (BD)
Leaving Adelaide this morning, we stop to visit the quaint german-style town of Hahndorf. Our drive then takes us south through almond groves and vineyards on the Fleurieu Peninsula to Victor Harbor. Take a horse-drawn tram to Granite Island before joining our cruise to Kangaroo Island, a delightful display of nature in its purest form. Overnight: Kangaroo Island, Ozone Seafront Hotel for 2 nights.

Day 4 Wed. Seal Bay, Flinders Chase National Park, Little Penguins (BLD)
Join a guided tour at Seal Bay, walking amongst a colony of rare sea lions as they bask in the sun. See a variety of wildlife at Flinders Chase National Park and the "Remarkable Rocks". Witness the Little Penguins tonight as they parade across the rocks to their burrows.

Day 5 Thur. Historic Glenelg (B)
From Kangaroo Island we drive to Adelaide for an afternoon sightseeing tour of the beachside suburb of Glenelg. This evening is free for you to choose from a vast array of dining experiences in this cosmopolitan city.

Day 6 Fri. Adelaide (B)
Free time before transfer to Adelaide Airport.

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Country Getaway - 3 Days

Tour Code: ESM

What's included?

Departure Dates 2001

Jan 3, 24, 31 / Feb 7, 21, 28 / Mar 7, 21 / Apr 4, 18 / May 2, 16, 30 / Jun 13 / Aug 15, 29 / Sep 12, 26 / Oct 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 / Nov 7, 14, 21, 28 / Dec 5, 19, 26

Departure Dates 2002

Jan 2, 23, 30 / Feb 6, 20, 27 / Mar 6, 20 / Apr 3, 17 / May 1, 15, 29 / Jun 12 / Aug 14, 28 / Sep 11, 25 / Oct 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 / Nov 6, 13, 20, 27 / Dec 4, 18

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1 Wed: Sydney - Canberra
Depart Sydney at 8.00am and travel south through rich countryside to Canberra. Enjoy a barbecue lunch in traditional outback style at a nearby sheep station. See sheep shearing and watch a boomerang throwing demonstration. Visit the War Memorial or enjoy a guided tour of Parliament House. This evening enjoy a welcome drink and dinner with your Tour Director and travelling companions. Accommodation: Parkroyal Canberra. (LD)

Day 2 Thu: Snowy Mountains
Travel via Cooma to Kosciusko National Park. Continue to picturesque Thredbo Village, a popular ski-resort. Meet 'Lazy Harry' on your arrival into Beechworth. Opportunity to dine tonight at the Bank Restaurant built in 1856. Accommodation: Boutique Country Hospitality, Beechworth. (B)

Day 3 Fri: Historic Beechworth
Board your horse and carriage transfer into Beechworth. Time to explore this historical town before being entertained by 'Lazy Harry' at the Town Hall Gardens historical rotunda. Enjoy a short tour of the town before departing for Rutherglen. Here we visit All Saints Estate established in 1864, for a tour, tastings and lunch. Continue through 'Ned Kelly' country before arriving in Melbourne at approximately 5.30pm. (BL)

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Country Getaway - 4 Days

Tour Code: EFSM

What's included?

Departure Dates 2001

Jan 2, 23, 30 / Feb 6, 20, 27 / Mar 6, 20 / Apr 3, 17 / May 1, 15, 29 / Jun 12 / Aug 14, 28 / Sep 11, 25 / Oct 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 / Nov 6, 13, 20, 27 / Dec 4, 18

Departure Dates 2002

Jan 22, 29 / Feb 5, 19, 26 / Mar 5, 19 / Apr 2, 16, 30 / May 14, 28 / Jun 11 / Aug 13, 27 / Sep 10, 24 / Oct 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 / Nov 5, 12, 19, 26 / Dec 3, 17, 31

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1 Tue: Sydney - Farmstay
Depart Sydney at 8.45am and travel to Canberra. See Lake Burley Griffin before taking a guided tour of Parliament House. See The Lodge and the Prime Minister's official residence before your short journey to the Australian country homestead. At dusk join a 4WD tour through the bush to view kangaroos and other Australian wildlife. This evening enjoy a traditional home cooked dinner with your hosts. Accommodation: Avalanche Homestead, Queanbeyan. (D)

Day 2 Wed: Farm Stay
This morning join in the mustering, calving, sheep shearing or go bush walking. After lunch return to Canberra, to visit the Australian War Memorial at your leisure. This evening enjoy a welcome drink and dinner with your Tour Director and travelling companions. Accommodation: Parkroyal Canberra. (BLD)

Day 3 Thu: Historic Beechworth
Travel to Cooma this morning, gateway to the Snowy Mountains. View Lake Jindabyne on our way to scenic Kosciusko National Park. Accommodation: Boutique Country Hospitality, Beechworth. (B)

Day 4 Fri: Rutherglen
Board your horse and carriage transfer into Beechworth. Time to explore this historical town before being entertained by 'Lazy Harry'. Depart for Rutherglen and visit All Saints Estate for a tour, tastings and lunch. Continue through 'Ned Kelly' country to Melbourne. (BL)

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Ocean and River Wonders - 3 Days

Tour Code: EMZ

What's included?

Departure Dates 2001

Oct 21 / Nov 4 / Dec 23, 30

Departure Dates 2002

Oct 20 / Nov 10, 24 / Dec 8

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1 Sun: Melbourne
Depart Melbourne at 8.30am and travel via Geelong to Lorne. View spectacular coastal scenery as we travel to Port Campbell National Park along the Great Ocean Road. See the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge. Continue to Warrnambool where Southern Right Whales inhabit the sheltered waters between May and October. This evening enjoya welcome drink and dinner with your Tour Director and travelling companions. Accommodation: Sundowner Mid City Motor Inn, Warrnambool. (D)

Day 2 Mon: Mt. Gambier
Visit Warrnambool's Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum, then on to Tower Hill for an opportunity to spot kangaroos and koalas. The historic fishing village of Port Fairy is our next stop. Continue to Portland, now a thriving rural town where the Henty brothers made Victoria's first permanent settlement. Enter South Australia and travel to Mt. Gambier. See the famous Blue Lake, situated in an extinct volcano and renowned for its mysterious changes of colour throughout the year. Accommodation: International Motel, Mt. Gambier. (BD)

Day 3 Tue: Adelaide
This morning enjoy a guided tour of the spectacular Tantanoola Caves and then return to the coastline and see the fishing townships of Beachport, Robe and Kingston. Travel alongside The Coorong, a remarkable waterway and haven for birdlife. Enjoy a walk through the German-style town of Hahndorf before entering Adelaide through the Mt. Lofty Ranges. Passengers conclude tour upon arrival at the hotel.

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Ocean and River Wonders - 7 Days

Tour Code: EZC

What's included?

Departure Dates 2001

Jan 7, 28 Feb 4, 11, 25 Mar 4, 11, 25 Apr 8, 22 May 6, 20 Jun 3, 17 Aug 19 Sep 2, 16, 30 Oct 7, 14, 21, 28 Nov 4, 11, 18, 25 Dec 2, 9, 23, 30

Departure Dates 2002

Jan 6, 27 Feb 3, 10, 24 Mar 3, 10, 24 Apr 7, 21 May 5, 19 Jun 2, 16 Aug 18 Sep 1, 15, 29 Oct 6, 13, 20, 27 Nov 3, 10*, 17, 24 Dec 1, 8

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1 Sun: Melbourne
Depart Melbourne at 8.30am and travel via Geelong to Lorne. View spectacular coastal scenery as we travel to Port Campbell National Park along the Great Ocean Road. See the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge. Continue to Warrnambool where Southern Right Whales inhabit the sheltered waters between May and October. This evening enjoya welcome drink and dinner with your Tour Director and travelling companions. Accommodation: Sundowner Mid City Motor Inn, Warrnambool. (D)

Day 2 Mon: Mt. Gambier
Visit Warrnambool's Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum, then on to Tower Hill for an opportunity to spot kangaroos and koalas. The historic fishing village of Port Fairy is our next stop. Continue to Portland, now a thriving rural town where the Henty brothers made Victoria's first permanent settlement. Enter South Australia and travel to Mt. Gambier. See the famous Blue Lake, situated in an extinct volcano and renowned for its mysterious changes of colour throughout the year. Accommodation: International Motel, Mt. Gambier. (BD)

Day 3 Tue: Adelaide
This morning enjoy a guided tour of the spectacular Tantanoola Caves and then return to the coastline and see the fishing townships of Beachport, Robe and Kingston. Travel alongside The Coorong, a remarkable waterway and haven for birdlife. Enjoy a walk through the German-style town of Hahndorf before entering Adelaide through the Mt. Lofty Ranges. Bid farewell to your Tour Director and Tour Driver. Accommodation: Stamford Plaza Adelaide. (BD)

Day 4 Wed: River Cruise
Early this morning you will be transferred to Blanchetown to board the Murray Princess. Settle into your comfortable air-conditioned cabin. Cruise downstream past Punyelroo Caves. Enjoy an exhilarating speed boat ride before reaching the barbecue site. This evening enjoy an Australian barbecue onshore. Accommodation: P.S. Murray Princess, 2 nights. (BLD)

Day 5 Thu: River Cruise
Join an escorted riverbank walk where you will see a variety of birdlife. The ship departs and slowly cruises towards Ngaut Ngaut Conservation Park. Enjoy a guided walk and chance to see Aboriginal rock art and archeological diggings. Tonight the chef unveils his farewell buffet, before the Captain's Dinner Dance gets under way. (BLD)

Day 6 Fri: Mannum - Adelaide
After a hearty breakfast, cruise back to Mannum where you say goodbye to fellow passengers and disembark for return coach transfer into Adelaide. Enjoy a free afternoon in the 'City of Churches' or relax at the hotel. Accommodation: Stamford Plaza, Adelaide. (B)

Day 7 Sat: Depart Adelaide
Your tour concludes today after breakfast. You will be transferred to the Adelaide Airport by taxi to connect with your onward flight (flights anytime, airfare not included). (B)

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Royal Coachman
Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne - 8 Days

Tour Code: RCSI

What's included?

Departure Dates 2001

Sep. 23 / Oct. 07, 28 / Nov. 11, 18 / Dec. 09, 30

Departure Dates 2002

Jan. 06, 20 / Feb. 03, 10, 17 / Mar. 03, 17, 24, 31 / Apr. 07, 21, 28 / Sep. 22, 29 / Oct. 06, 27 / Nov. 10, 17 / Dec. 8, 29

* Tours dates denoted in blue are guaranteed departure dates

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Touring in Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra is independent, however hostess assisted.

Day 1 Sun. Arrive Sydney, Australia
Welcomed on arrival in Sydney and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to enjoy the delights of Sydney. Overnight: All Seasons Premier Menzies Hotel for 3 nights.

Day 2 Mon. Sydney Harbour Luncheon Cruise (BL)
The morning is free to explore the delights of Sydney. At midday, join the "Captain Cook" for a luncheon cruise on one of the world's most beautiful harbours. Following this, take in the city sights including Hyde Park, Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Drive through cosmopolitan Kings Cross. The evening is free in Sydney.

Day 3 Tue. Blue Mountains (B)
Today we explore the rugged Blue Mountains National Park. Visit Echo Point for sweeping views of the Three Sisters, Jamison Valley, Scenic Railway and Skyway, soaring high above Cox's Crossing. Continue to the Australian Wildlife Park where you can have your photo taken with a koala, hand-feed kangaroos and see other Australian fauna and flora.

Day 4 Wed. Sydney, Canberra City Tour (BD)
Depart Sydney. Drive south through Goulbourn, one of Australia's premier sheep and wool producing areas. Journey on to Canberra, Australia's modern capital city and upon arrival, we make our way to the top of Mount Ainslie for spectacular view of the national capital. Enjoy a guided walking tour of Parliament House and the Parliamentary Triangle, one of Australia's most acclaimed buildings, then to the National Capital Exhibition at Regatta Point and historic War Memorial. Drive around the colourful embassies, many of which have styled on the architecture of their native countries. Our tour is carefully planned to take in all of the main sights of this ultra modern and planned city. Overnight: Canberra, Rydges Hotel for 1 night.

Day 5 Thu. Mt. Kosciuszko National Park, Beechworth (BD)
Enter Kosciuszko National Park, the largest national park in New South Wales and head to Thredbo, Australia's premier alpine resort. This beautiful park included the continent's most significant alpine region and contains its highest mountains. Continue along the precipitous Alpine Way where we may see kangaroos roaming in their natural habitat. Head in to the historical town of Beechworth, situated at the base of the foothills. This once prosperous gold-mining town boasts many elegant buildings from this affluent time. Overnight Beechworth. Carriage Motor Inn for 1 night.

Day 6 Fri. Beechworth, Brown Brothers Winery, Melbourne (B)
Join a local historian and discover the past and present delights of Beechworth, classified by the National Trust. Enjoy billy tea and damper for morning tea. Later you have the opportunity to enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride (at own expense). This afternoon, visit Brown Brothers Winery, where you may wish to sample some of their world-famous and award-winning wines. Continue on to Melbourne, a city of gracious architecture and beautiful public gardens. Overnight: Hotel Sofitel for 2 nights, 5-star luxury in the heart of Melbourne.

Day 7 Sat. Melbourne City Sights (B)
Join us for a morning tour of Melbourne including Victoria Market, the iron-laced terrace houses of Carlton, St. Paul's Cathedral and beautiful Fitzroy Gardens, before crossing over the Westgate Bridge for sweeping views across Port Phillip Bay.. Visit the historical bayside town of Williamstown The rest of the day is free to do as you please - perhaps a tour to the famous Penguin Parade (at own expense). This is a rare phenomenon that can be enjoyed by everyone

Day 8 Sun. Melbourne (B)
Free time to do any last minute shopping, before the end of our tour and/or transfer to Melbourne Airport.

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Grand Southern Discovery
Sydney to Adelaide - 8 Days

Tour Code: ESMZ

What's included?

Departure Dates 2001

Jan 3, 24, 31 / Feb 7, 21, 28 / Mar 7, 21 / Apr 4, 18 / May 2, 16, 30 / Jun 13 / Aug 15, 29 / Sep 12, 26 / Oct 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 / Nov 7, 14, 21, 28 / Dec 5, 19, 26

Departure Dates 2002

Jan 2, 23, 30 / Feb 6, 20, 27 / Mar 6, 20 / Apr 3, 17 / May 1, 15, 29 / Jun 12 / Aug 14, 28 / Sep 11, 25 / Oct 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 / Nov 6, 13, 20, 27 / Dec 4, 18, 25

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1 Wed: Sydney - Canberra
Depart Sydney at 8.00am and travel south through Berrima and Goulburn to Canberra. Enjoy a barbecue lunch at a nearby sheep station. See sheep mustering, sheep shearing and boomerang throwing. This afternoon view the sights of Canberra including the Prime Minister's Lodge, the Embassies, the High Court of Australia and a guided tour of Parliament House. This evening join your Tour Director and travelling companions for a welcome drink and dinner. Accommodation: Parkroyal Canberra. (LD)

Day 2 Thu: Snowy Mountains
Travel to Cooma this morning, gateway to the Snowy Mountains. Pass Lake Jindabyne and enter Kosciusko National Park. Continue to Thredbo Village via the picturesque Alpine Way. Meet 'Lazy Harry' on your arrival into Beechworth. A highlight of your stay is the horse drawn carriage as it collects you from your homestay for an enjoyable journey to the centre of Beechworth. Tonight you can join our optional fine dining experience at the Bank Restaurant, the original Bank of Australasia built in 1856 during the heart of the gold rush. Accommodation: Boutique Country Hospitality, Beechworth. (B)

Day 3 Fri: Historic Beechworth - Winery Tour
Time to explore this historical town before being entertained by Lazy Harry at the Town Hall Gardens historical rotunda. Enjoy a short tour of the town before departing for Rutherglen. Here we visit All Saints Estate established in 1864, for a tour, tastings and lunch. Continue through 'Ned kelly' country before arriving in Melbourne late afternoon. Accommodation: Stamford Plaza, Melbourne, 2 nights. (BL)

Day 4 Sat: Melbourne at leisure
Enjoy a day at leisure in Melbourne with an opportunity to do some shopping or personal sightseeing. Special discounts are available on any of our Melbourne Day Tours. Perhaps visit Phillip Island and see the famous Penguin Parade. Your Tour Director will be able to assist. (B)

Day 5 Sun: Great Ocean Road
See incredible coastal scenery as you travel along the Great Ocean Road today. View the amazing rock formations in Port Campbell National Park, including the Twelve Apostles, London Bridge and Loch Ard Gorge. Accommodation: Sundowner Mid City Motor Inn, Warrnambool. (BD)

Day 6 Mon: Portland - Mt. Gambier
Discover the history of the Shipwreck Coast at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum this morning. Continue to the fishing villages of Port Fairy and Portland. Enter South Australia and on to Mt. Gambier. See the fabulous Blue Lake situated in an extinct volcano. Accommodation: International Motel, Mt Gambier. (BD)

Day 7 Tue: Robe - Hahndorf - Adelaide
After a guided tour of Tantanoola Caves, we rejoin the coastline. Skirt Lakes Albert and Alexandrina at the mouth of the Murray River. Visit Hahndorf and enter Adelaide through the picturesque Mt. Lofty Ranges. Accommodation: Stamford Plaza, Adelaide, 2 nights. (BD)

Day 8 Wed: Adelaide Sightseeing
This morning enjoy a tour of the 'City of Churches'. See the beautiful gardens, parks and fine buildings of North Terrace. This afternoon is at leisure. Passengers conclude this afternoon. You will be transferred to the airport. (B)

Why not... visit Kangaroo Island? On Day 8 you may wish to substitute the morning tour of Adelaide with a full day on Kangaroo Island. Touring includes Seal Bay, the Remarkable Rocks, Admirals Arch and Flinders Chase National Park. Please request at time of booking. Fare: see cost table.

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Grand Southern Discovery
Sydney to Sydney - 12 Days

Tour Code: ESZS

What's included?

Departure Dates 2001

Jan 3, 24, 31 / Feb 7, 21, 28 / Mar 7, 21 / Apr 4, 18 / May 2, 16, 30 / Jun 13 / Aug 15, 29 / Sep 12, 26 / Oct 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 / Nov 7, 14, 21, 28 / Dec 5, 19, 26

Departure Dates 2002

Jan 2, 23, 30 / Feb 6, 20, 27 / Mar 6, 20 / Apr 3, 17 / May 1, 15, 29 / Jun 12 / Aug 14, 28 / Sep 11, 25 / Oct 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 / Nov 6, 13, 20, 27 / Dec 4, 18, 25

Legend: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner

Your Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1 Wed: Sydney - Canberra
Depart Sydney at 8.00am and travel south through Berrima and Goulburn to Canberra. Enjoy a barbecue lunch at a nearby sheep station. See sheep mustering, sheep shearing and boomerang throwing. This afternoon view the sights of Canberra including the Prime Minister's Lodge, the Embassies, the High Court of Australia and a guided tour of Parliament House. This evening join your Tour Director and travelling companions for a welcome drink and dinner. Accommodation: Parkroyal Canberra. (LD)

Day 2 Thu: Snowy Mountains
Travel to Cooma this morning, gateway to the Snowy Mountains. Pass Lake Jindabyne and enter Kosciusko National Park. Continue to Thredbo Village via the picturesque Alpine Way. Meet 'Lazy Harry' on your arrival into Beechworth. A highlight of your stay is the horse drawn carriage as it collects you from your homestay for an enjoyable journey to the centre of Beechworth. Tonight you can join our optional fine dining experience at the Bank Restaurant, the original Bank of Australasia built in 1856 during the heart of the gold rush. Accommodation: Boutique Country Hospitality, Beechworth. (B)

Day 3 Fri: Historic Beechworth - Winery Tour
Time to explore this historical town before being entertained by Lazy Harry at the Town Hall Gardens historical rotunda. Enjoy a short tour of the town before departing for Rutherglen. Here we visit All Saints Estate established in 1864, for a tour, tastings and lunch. Continue through 'Ned kelly' country before arriving in Melbourne late afternoon. Accommodation: Stamford Plaza, Melbourne, 2 nights. (BL)

Day 4 Sat: Melbourne at leisure
Enjoy a day at leisure in Melbourne with an opportunity to do some shopping or personal sightseeing. Special discounts are available on any of our Melbourne Day Tours. Perhaps visit Phillip Island and see the famous Penguin Parade. Your Tour Director will be able to assist. (B)

Day 5 Sun: Great Ocean Road
See incredible coastal scenery as you travel along the Great Ocean Road today. View the amazing rock formations in Port Campbell National Park, including the Twelve Apostles, London Bridge and Loch Ard Gorge. Accommodation: Sundowner Mid City Motor Inn, Warrnambool. (BD)

Day 6 Mon: Portland - Mt. Gambier
Discover the history of the Shipwreck Coast at Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum this morning. Continue to the fishing villages of Port Fairy and Portland. Enter South Australia and on to Mt. Gambier. See the fabulous Blue Lake situated in an extinct volcano. Accommodation: International Motel, Mt Gambier. (BD)

Day 7 Tue: Robe - Hahndorf - Adelaide
After a guided tour of Tantanoola Caves, we rejoin the coastline. Skirt Lakes Albert and Alexandrina at the mouth of the Murray River. Visit Hahndorf and enter Adelaide through the picturesque Mt. Lofty Ranges. Accommodation: Stamford Plaza, Adelaide, 2 nights. (BD)

Day 8 Wed: Adelaide Sightseeing
This morning enjoy a tour of the 'City of Churches'. See the beautiful gardens, parks and fine buildings of North Terrace. This afternoon is at leisure. (B)

Day 9 Thu: Barossa Valley
Discover Australia's finest wine country as we take you to the famous Barossa Valley. Travel the scenic route via the chain of ponds to the Whispering Wall. Walk the Whispering Wall and share this incredible experience. Explore the historical town of Tanunda and visit Richmond Grove Winery established in 1897. Enjoy a light lunch consisting of local South Australian produce. Travel via Nuriootpa to Mengler Hill Lookout for spectacular panoramic views. Visit the Angas Park Fruit Centre renowned for its dried fruit and confectionery. Continue on to Maggie Beer's Farm Shop. Enjoy tasting her range of products before making our way to the Resort. Accommodation: All Seasons Premier Barossa Valley Resort. (BLD)

Day 10 Fri: Barossa Valley - Swan Hill
Leaving the Barossa Valley, we travel to Renmark, a proud river town founded in 1887 where we stop for morning tea. Cross the Victorian border into the Sunraysia district to Mildura. Enjoy a city tour including famous Lock II. After lunch, cross the mighty Murray River at Robinvale, following the Murray Valley Highway south to the prosperous town of Swan Hill. Accommodation: Sundowner Swan Hill Resort. (BD)

Day 11 Sat: Echuca - Wagga Wagga
Depart Swan Hill for the historic river port of Echuca. Relive the riverboat era at Echuca, once Australia's busiest inland port. Board an authentic paddlesteamer for your river cruise. Time to explore the spirit of yesteryear as you browse through this historic port, once the setting of the series 'All The Rivers Run'. Depart along the Newell Highway via Jerilderie to Wagga Wagga, a Riverina centre for business, agriculture, industry and education. Accommodation: Country Comfort, Wagga Wagga. (BD)

Day 12 Sun: Blue Mountains - Sydney
Enjoy a delightful scenic drive through the mid-western New South Wales towns of Cootamundra and Cowra. Continue through Bathurst, Katoomba and the picturesque Blue Mountains to Sydney. See the spectacular Three Sisters and Jamieson Valley. Continue to Sydney, arriving at approximately 6.00pm. (B)

Why not... visit Kangaroo Island? On Day 8 you may wish to substitute the morning tour of Adelaide with a full day on Kangaroo Island. Touring includes Seal Bay, the Remarkable Rocks, Admirals Arch and Flinders Chase National Park. Please request at time of booking. Fare: see cost table.

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