TASMANIANEW SOUTHWALESVICTORIAQUEENSLANDWESTERNAUSTRALIAMelbourneGrampiansFlinders RangesPort Campbell11NO. OF NIGHTS STAYDAY STOPNORTHERN TERRITORYSOUTHAUSTRALIAUluru(AyersRock)MarlaCoober PedyAdelaideQuorn1221AliceSpringsKingsCanyon11AUSTRALIA Dates & Prices 2012/13Exclusive to Topdeck»»Underground accommodation in Coober Pedy»»Aboriginal "Mala" interpretive walk at UluruAlso Included»»10 breakfasts (B), 8 lunches (L), 8 dinners (D)»»7 nights in cabins/hostels, 1 night camping, 1 night in permanent tents, 1 night in a swag»»Brambuk Aboriginal Cultural Centre»»Underground Coober Pedy Tour»»Sunset & sunrise over Uluru»»Guided tour of Kings Canyon»»Modern air-conditioned mini coach»»Escorted services of a fully trained Driver/GuideNOTE: The Northern Territory section of this trip is operated by our Local Specialist Partner, Adventure Tours Australia.TRIP CODE: JMA11/RDAY 1 Melbourne to Port Campbell Via Great Ocean Road. From Melbourne we head west stopping at Bells Beach and the coastal towns of Lorne and Apollo Bay. The afternoon brings us to the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge. (D)DAY 2 Great Ocean Road to Grampians National Park. We'll take time to explore several natural landscapes including The Arch and the Bay of Martyrs. Then we'll travel to the Grampians National Park. (B, D)DAY 3 Grampians National Park to Adelaide. We head to Brambuk Aboriginal Culture Centre and learn about Dreamtime, then to South Australia and its capital, Adelaide. (B, L)DAY 4 Adelaide. Take a free day to explore Adelaide and its nearby attractions. (B)DAY 5 Adelaide to Quorn (Flinders Ranges). From Adelaide we travel through the Clare Valley towards the Flinders Ranges stopping for lunch at a local winery. After taking in the spectacular view from the top of Mt Remarkable we'll enjoy a pub meal and drinks with the locals. (B, L, D)DAY 6 Quorn (Flinders Ranges National Park). We enter the National Park for a hike through the Flinders Ranges. Heading back to Quorn we'll visit the Yourambulla Caves home to some early Indigenous rock paintings. In the evening we'll all relax with a friendly Aussie barbecue. (B, L, D)DAY 7 Quorn to Coober Pedy. First up is Port Augusta and the salt lakes before we leave civilisation behind for Coober Pedy. We'll head below the surface for a tour of an underground mine & museum. (B, L, D)DAY 8 Coober Pedy to Marla. Before leaving town we'll take a local tour and visit an outdoor opal fossicking site! On the way north we'll stop at the Breakaways before spending the night in outback Marla. (B, L, D)DAY 9 Marla to Uluru (Ayers Rock). We have one destination in mind: Australia's Red Centre, and specifically, the rock. We'll visit Kata Tjuta before we return to see the sunset at Uluru. Wrap up tight in your swag (Aussie bedroll) because tonight we sleep under the stars. (B, L, D)DAY 10 Uluru (Ayers Rock) to Kings Canyon. We're up early today for the sunrise over Uluru, a base tour of the landmark and a trip to the Cultural Centre. (B, L, D)DAY 11 Kings Canyon to Alice Springs. Prepare for some serious walking today. We cover the short distance to Watarrka National Park (home of Kings Canyon) and begin our climb of the stairs up the towering sandstone cliffs. Then we'll complete the rim walk into the centre of the Canyon. We head back to Alice Springs where our trip sadly comes to a close. (B, L)11 Day Down South & OutbackGo to topdeck.travel/Down-South-and-Outback for more info.Local children in Alice SpringsCamel rideA sleeping bag is required for camping in the Northern Territory. Bring your own or hire one locally for AUD$20.ex. MelbourneMonthDeparting1 Apr - 30 Sep 2012Wednesday, Sunday1 Oct 2012 - 31 Mar 2013Wednesday, Friday, Sunday1 Apr - 30 Sep 2013Wednesday, Sundayex. Alice SpringsMonthDeparting1 Apr - 30 Sep 2012Monday, Thursday1 Oct 2012 - 31 Mar 2013Monday, Thursday, Saturday1 Apr - 30 Sep 2013Monday, ThursdayUSD11 Days only $1449 per personTotal Trip Price $1449twin supplement $460

TASMANIASOUTHAUSTRALIANEW SOUTHWALESVICTORIAQUEENSLANDWESTERNAUSTRALIACooberPedyAdelaideQuornFlinders Ranges1211NO. OF NIGHTS STAYDAY STOPAliceSpringsKingsCanyonNORTHERN TERRITORYUluru(AyersRock)1MarlaAUSTRALIA Dates & Prices 2012/1340|41DAY 1 Adelaide to Quorn (Flinders Ranges). From the City of Churches, we travel through the Clare Valley towards the Flinders Ranges. Widely considered one of the most attractive natural landscapes in Australia, the Ranges combine adventure, spirituality and tranquillity. We'll stop for lunch at a local winery in the Clare Valley, with a few tastings thrown in if the mood strikes you. It's not far to the Ranges, where we'll we take in a spectacular view from the top of Mt Remarkable. Then there's time to check in at our accommodation before enjoying a pub meal and drinks with the locals. (L, D)DAY 2 Quorn (Flinders Ranges National Park). We enter the National Park, a place where majestic scenery meets tranquil vibes. We will take a hike through the Flinders Ranges, one of Australia's most stately and imposing landscapes. Take in the natural amphitheatre of Wilpena Pound, set amongst an ancient crater formed millions of years ago, or just soak up the tranquillity. Heading back to Quorn we'll pay a visit to the Yourambulla Caves, home to some early Indigenous rock paintings - a local will show us around. Then in the evening we'll all relax over a friendly Barbecue. (B, L, D)DAY 3 Quorn to Coober Pedy. Enter the Outback, as we leave civilisation behind and head for the Red Centre. First though, it's Port Augusta and several nearby salt lakes that will make some awesome Facebook photos. Coober Pedy is rightly known as the Opal Capital of the World, as you will soon discover. Upon arrival we'll head down under ground on a tour of the underground mine & museum. (B, L, D)DAY 4 Coober Pedy to Marla. Before leaving town we'll take a local tour and visit an outdoor opal fossicking site! On the way north we'll stop at the Breakaways before spending the night in outback Marla. (B, L, D)DAY 5 Marla to Uluru (Ayers Rock). We have one destination in mind: The Rock. We'll visit Kata Tjuta before we return to see the sunset at Uluru. Wrap up tight in your swag (Aussie bedroll) because tonight we sleep under the stars. (B, L, D)DAY 6 Uluru (Ayers Rock) to Kings Canyon. We're up early today for the sunrise over Uluru, a base tour of the landmark and a trip to the Cultural Centre. (B, L, D)DAY 7 Kings Canyon to Alice Springs. Prepare for some serious walking today, as we'll be on foot for first half if it. We cover the short distance to Watarrka National Park (home of Kings Canyon) and begin our climb of the stairs up the towering sandstone cliffs. Then we'll complete the rim walk into the centre of the Canyon and the start of proceedings at Kings Creek. We head back to Alice Springs where our trip sadly comes to a close. (B, L)TRIP CODE: JAA7/R7 Day Outback GemExclusive to Topdeck»»Underground accommodation in Coober Pedy»»Aboriginal "Mala" interpretive walk at UluruAlso Included»»6 breakfasts (B), 7 lunches (L), 6 dinners (D)»»3 nights in cabins/hostels, 1 night camping, 1 night in a permanent tent, 1 night in a swag»»Underground Coober Pedy Tour»»Sunset & sunrise over Uluru»»Guided tour of Kings Canyon»»National Park Entry»»Modern air-conditioned mini coach»»Escorted services of a fully trained Driver/GuideNOTE: The Northern Territory section of this trip is operated by our Local Specialist Partner, Adventure Tours Australia.Go to topdeck.travel/Outback-Gem for more info.Uluru (Ayers Rock)Flinders RangesA sleeping bag is required for camping in the Northern Territory. Bring your own or hire one locally for AUD$20.ex. AdelaideMonthDeparting1 Apr 2012 - 30 Sep 2013Tuesday, Thursday, Sundayex. Alice SpringsMonthDeparting1 Apr 2012 - 30 Sep 2013 Monday, Thursday, SaturdayEVERYDAY MORE & MORE DEPARTURE DATES ARE BEING GUARANTEED. FOR THE LATEST GUARANTEED DATES FOR EACH TRIP, CHECK ONLINE www.topdeck.travelUSD7 Days only $1020 per personTotal Trip Price $1020twin supplement $220