Itinerary

INDEPENDENT TOURING DAYS 1 - 4

Day 1 Sat: Sydney - ndian Pacific
On arrival in Sydney you will be transferred to Central Station to board the Indian Pacific train.
Hotel: Gold Service, Indian Pacific, 3 nights. Di

Day 2 Sun: Indian Pacific
Travel via Broken Hill to Adelaide today. The Indian Pacific departs early evening and begins the journey west to Perth. Clients joining today will be transferred
to the Indian Pacific this afternoon
(Tour Code: WRZD). BLDi

Day 3 Mon: Indian Pacific
Today you cross the vast Nullarbor Plain, where the train travels the world's longest straight stretch of railway track. See unique landscapes unfold and spot a fascinating array of wildlife from the comfort of the lounge or your cabin. BLDi

Day 4 Tue: Indian Pacific - Perth
On arrival in Perth you will be transferred to your hotel. This afternoon enjoy an orientation tour of Perth including beautiful Kings Park. Enjoy a welcome drink and dinner this evening.
Hotel: Travelodge Perth, Perth. BD

Day 5 Wed: The Pinnacles
Travel to Yanchep National Park and meet your Aboriginal guides who will treat you to the enchanting sounds of the didjeridu. Continue north to Nambung National Park and view the mystical Pinnacles, formed by calcified limestone thousands of years ago.
Hotel: All Seasons Geraldton, Geraldton. BD

Day 6 Thu: Kalbarri National Park
Visit Kalbarri National Park and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Murchison River Gorge from Hawks Head Lookout. Travel to Hamelin Pool to see the world's best known colony of Stromatolites, then visit spectacular Shell Beach.
Hotel: Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort, 2 nights. BD

Day 7 Fri: Monkey Mia
Early this morning watch for the famous dolphins that swim into shore and mingle with the people. Interacting with these magnificent animals is a truly unforgettable experience. (Note: As dolphins are wild their appearance cannot be guaranteed). B

Day 8 Sat: Ningaloo Reef
Head north to Carnarvon where tropical fruits are grown. Travel to Coral Bay and join a sub-sea viewer and cruise over the spectacular Ningaloo Reef.
Hotel: Potshot Hotel Resort, Exmouth. BD

Day 9 Sun: The Pilbara
This morning visit Giralia Station, an area of outstanding biodiversity. Travel inland
to the mineral rich Pilbara region.
Hotel: Windawarri Lodge, Tom Price. BLD

Day 10 Mon: Karijini National Park
This morning enjoy a guided tour of the Pilbara Open Cut Iron Ore Mine. You will be amazed by the massive pit and see the huge machinery in action. Journey into Karijini National Park. The startling landscape of spectacular gorges, waterfalls and rock pools, created by millions of years of erosion, provides a striking contrast to the stark red of the Pilbara landscape.
Hotel: Karijini Eco Retreat, deluxe eco tents with ensuites, Karijini NP. BLD

Day 11 Tue: Karratha
Today we leave Karijini National Park
and travel to Karratha headquarters of the North West Shelf Project.
Hotel: Karratha International, Karratha. BD

Day 12 Wed: Broome
Travel through Port Hedland then skirt the edge of the Great Sandy Desert before arriving in idyllic Broome.
Hotel: Cable Beach Club Resort, Broome, 2 nights. B

Day 13 Thu: Broome - Free Time
Enjoy a day at leisure in Broome. B

Day 14 Fri: Derby - Fitzroy Crossing
Travel to the port of Derby and see the famous Boab Prison Tree before arriving
in the township of Fitzroy Crossing.
Hotel: Fitzroy River Lodge, Fitzroy Crossing. BD

Day 15 Sat: Geikie Gorge
This morning cruise through Geikie Gorge, formed by the waters of the Fitzroy River tunnelling through the Napier Range. Watch for wildlife as the 30 metre high walls of the gorge tower above us. Travel to Halls Creek, situated on the edge of the Great Sandy Desert.
Hotel: Kimberley Hotel,
Halls Creek. BLD

Day 16 Sun: Lirrgarn Argyle Diamond Mine
Visit the Lirrgarn Argyle Diamond Mine, the largest diamond mine in the world, producing one quarter of the world's diamonds annually. Travel to the outback cattle station of El Questro.
Hotel: Emma Gorge Resort, tented cabins with private facilities, 2 nights. BLD

Day 17 Mon: El Questro
Cruise through Chamberlain Gorge, a fresh waterhole abounded by tropical vegetation. At Emma Gorge Resort there is time to hike into Emma Gorge. BD

Day 18 Tue: 5 Rivers Lookout
Travel along the Gibb River Road to Parry Lagoon Nature Reserve. Continue to Wyndham to the 5 Rivers Lookout. Visit Warriu Park to see the Dreamtime Statues. Visit the historic Durack Homestead then cruise the placid waters of the Ord River to Kununurra.
Hotel: Country Club Hotel, Kununurra, 2 nights. BD

Day 19 Wed: Kununurra
Today we see the Ord River Irrigation Scheme, visit Hidden Valley National Park and Kelly's Knob Lookout. BD

Day 20 Thu: Katherine
Cross vast cattle stations en route to Katherine.
Hotel: Paraway Motel, Katherine. BD

Day 21 Fri: Katherine Gorge
Cruise through Katherine Gorge this morning. Travel to Darwin, stopping at the Adelaide River War Cemetery en route. Enjoy an orientation tour of Darwin.
Hotel: Holiday Inn Esplanade, Darwin. BD

Day 22 Sat: Depart Darwin
You will be transferred to Darwin Airport to connect with your onward flight. B

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