Sydney To Darwin Outback & Great Ocean Road, Australia
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21 days tour starting in Sydney and heading through Canberra, Melbourne and Adelaide. Driving one of the worlds best coastal routes: The Great Ocean before heading up through the centre of Australia through the Outback, stopping at national parks and a huge rock. Finish up in Darwin.
Sydney To Darwin 21 Day Outback & Great Ocean Road, Australia Essential Info
This tour is the perfect compliment to your Australia gap year travel plans. Not only will it get through the outback to Uluru, but it will also take in Darwin, Adelaide, Melbourne and Sydney. Drive along one of the worlds best coastal drivesThe Great Ocean Road, experience impressive national parks, aboriginal culture and make lots of new friends on your gap year. The tours is also available in the other direction.
Accommodation
Multi share accommodation in hostels and Campings, upgrade possible.
Getting There
The programme begins in Sydney, If you would like assistance with your flights, we can assist with sourcing the best value flight options, just indicate on your booking form.
When To Go
It is always a good time to go, see the dates down below for more information.
Why Xtreme Gap?
Booking with Xtreme Gap ensures you will do it! This is why you should book with us. Sounds obvious, but many people who put off booking prior to departure, find out that their chosen programme is full. By booking your programme up front, you can have peace of mind that you will achieve what you set out to do an because we are the best value gap year company booking with Xtreme Gap stretches your travel budget further, remember we are the best value gap year company.So if you were still wondering why you should book up front, think again.
Price and Dates
The tour departs several times a week, please contact us for details.Price 1327
Included
Experienced guides meals as indicated 14 nights hostel dorm accommodation(or upgrade to ensuite double/twin) 6 nights camping (sleeping bag required for camping, may be hired for $15) National Park Entry fees (excluding Uluru National Park $25 & Twin Falls boat transfer $12.50) Entry to Otway Fly Tree Top Walk Opal Mine tour Notes This is a combination safari so you may travel with a different guide and passengers during each section.Itineraries may vary and/or attractions be substituted due to seasonal conditions, weather extremes, Traditional Owner and national park requirements.
Excluded
Fees Uluru National Park an Twin Fall Boats transfer Flights Visa Travel insurance.
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Also available in the opposite direction (Darwin to Sydney)
Day 1 Sydney to Thredbo Alpine Village* (via Canberra)
Our first stop today is the capital city of Australia Canberra - where the Prime Minister hangs out. See for yourself how a custom-made capital city is built as you take in the view from Mt. Ainslie, take a tour of Parliament House, check out a few embassies and see other city highlights. We travel via Cooma, learning about the historically important Snowy Hydro-Electric Scheme on our way to Thredbo. *In ski season (Jun-Sep) we stay in Jindabyne and during winter, have time to play in the snow at the ski resort of Perisher/Smiggins (optional toboggan hire or snow tube at own expense). (B)
Day 2 - Thredbo to Lakes Entrance via Snowy River Country
Grab your hiking boots and cameras, this morning were going to the Roof of Australia. Theres a chairlift (own expense, but we get a great deal!) express up the mountain! You can walk to the summit of Australias highest mountain, Mt Kosciuszko, or to the viewing point. After lunch, its a spectacular drive along Barry Way, watching the Snowy River wind along below us. Tonight we stay in the coastal town of Lakes Entrance, the Gateway to the Gippsland Lakes and Australias longest beach Ninety Mile Beach. (BD)
Day 3 Lakes Entrance to Wilsons Promontory NP and Melbourne
We travel to mainland Australias most southerly point, Wilsons Promontory National Park. Walk along gleaming beaches, hike along amazing granite rock formations and learn about coastal flora and native wildlife. You might even see emus and wombats! We travel to Melbourne through pastoral landscapes in South Gippsland. (B)
Day 4 - Melbourne via Great Ocean Rd to Princetown
We stop in Torquay to shop at Quiksilver and Rip Curl before we continue to world famous Bells Beach. Winding along the Great Ocean Road we take a break to search for some koalas and then pass through the seaside town of Lorne on our way to Apollo Bay. Next we visit the Otway Fly tree top walk (included) then watch the sun set over the Twelve Apostles. (D)
Day 5 - Princetown to Grampians NP
Walk down the Gibson Steps to the beach to get a different angle of the Twelve Apostles or theres time for a helicopter ride (at own expense). Next is Loch Ard Gorge, London Bridge, the Bay of Martyrs and Bay of Islands. Watch for whales (seasonal) as we pass through Warrnambool, then head inland to the Grampians National Park. Hikes include the Pinnacle, The Balconies and Reeds lookout. Youll sleep well tonight at our private accommodation. (BD)
Day 6 - Halls Gap to Adelaide
Theres hikes at Hollow Mountain and the amazing MacKenzie Falls, before we farewell The Grampians and travel via Horsham into South Australia. See rare White Western Grey Kangaroos at Bordertown, then cross the Murray River before arriving into Adelaide. Overnight dorm accommodation included. (B)
Day 7: Adelaide
A FREE day to explore the sights of Adelaide. Overnight dorm accommodation included. (Meals at own expense)
Day 8: Adelaide to Quorn
Leaving the city behind, we travel through the Clare Valley then on to the frontier town of Melrose where we take a short walk across a swinging bridge and enjoy panoramic views from the Mt Remarkable lookout. Soon after we arrive in Quorn, the quaint and historical railway township nestled at the entrance to the Richman Valley. Eat a hearty lunch, because this afternoon we hike to the summit of Dutchman's Stern for stunning 360° views of Quorn, Spencer Gulf and the Flinders Ranges! We return to Quorn where we stay two nights in private accommodation at the historical Mill. Get ready for tonights BBQ dinner it doesnt get any more Aussie than this! (LD)
Day 9: Flinders Ranges and Wilpena Pound
The Flinders Ranges has been recognised as one of Australias National Landscapes and today youll get to experience and explore this magical region! Wilpena Pound is a natural amphitheatre located in a huge stone crater and you will spend the morning hiking and exploring its wonder! After lunch, its a short walk to Yourambulla Caves to view Aboriginal rock paintings. Learn about the hardships of sheep farming in the mid 1800s as you view the ruins of Kanyaka Homestead. As we travel back to Quorn, theres an opportunity to spot for the shy and elusive Yellow Footed Rock Wallaby on a quiet stroll through peaceful Warren Gorge. Overnight at the Quorn Mill. (BLD)
Day 10: Quorn to Coober Pedy
Its time to go underground! We journey north through Port Augusta and the small town of Glendambo (population 30!) and visit ancient salt lakes which are the remnants of an inland sea. We arrive in plenty of time to check out the sites of Cooper Pedy on a town tour which includes an opal cutting demonstration and mine tour with the opportunity to try your luck noodling for opals! Our bunkhouse for tonight is you guessed it underground. (BLD)
Day 11: Coober Pedy to Uluru
Driving through the rugged desert country, we reach Yulara in time for infamous Uluru (Ayers Rock) sunset. Tonight, lend a hand as we cook dinner at our permanent campsite then consider the option to sleep under the outback stars in a traditional Aussie swag. (BLD)
Day 12: Uluru to Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon
Sunrise over Uluru is magical and its an early start to catch it! While the mornings fresh (and your legs are too!) take a walk around Ulurus base (unguided), or climb to the top if you choose however, the Anangu traditional owners prefer it if you dont, before we take a guided interpretive walk at Mala. After visiting Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) we head to Kings Canyon, where we camp for the night. (BLD)
Day 13: Kings Canyon to Alice Springs
Theres a lot to explore at Kings Canyon, including the Lost City, the lush and ancient Garden of Eden and the sheer outcrops of the North and South Walls. After lunch, relax and enjoy the harsh desert scenery as we travel to Alice Springs. (BL)
Days 14/15: Alice Springs
Enjoy 2 FREE DAYS to explore Alice Springs. Overnight accommodations included. (Meals at own expense).
Day 16: Alice Springs to Banka Banka
We pass by 23 26 22 south of the equator (otherwise known as the Tropic of Capricorn) before stopping at Ti Tree for the chance to buy original works of art by Indigenous artists. Learn about the early struggles of bush telecommunications at Barrow Creeks historic Telegraph Station itll make your mobile phone seem like the space age! Precariously balanced on their rocky perch are the Devils Marbles, a site sacred to its traditional owners. Last stop for today is our camp at Banka Banka Cattle Station and if the weathers good, you can take a dip in the pretty waterhole. (LD)
Day 17: Banka Banka to Katherine Gorge
No visit to the Top End would be complete without a visit to the famed Daly Waters pub, a quintessential outback roadhouse and watering hole for travellers from far and wide. The tiny town is also home to Australias first international airport (but you wouldnt guess it!). Mataranka lies in the heart of the never-never, and youll feel a million miles from anywhere as you soak in the steamy thermal springs. As the day draws to a close, we reach our overnight camp at stunning Katherine Gorge. (BLD)
Day 18: Katherine Gorge to Darwin
The gorge is all yours this morning, with a half day to spend canoeing or cruising (at own expense) the spectacular waters. Want to see more? Jump aboard a helicopter flight (at own expense) which will take you high above the vast gorge system. Well head to Darwin after a bite to eat, with stops at idyllic Edith Falls and the croc-filled Adelaide River (both a town and a river). Overnight dorm accommodation included. (BL)
Day 19: Darwin to Mary River
A refreshing start to your day: the waterfalls of Litchfield National Park, followed by the spectacular Mary River Wetlands. Birds arent the only wildlife abundant around here; keep your eyes out for lurking crocodiles on our private river cruise! A secluded campsite at Point Stuart Wilderness Lodge is where well stay tonight. (LD)
Day 20: Mary River to Kakadu
Discover ancient Aboriginal rock art at Ubirr, our first stop this morning. Clamber to the top of a rocky lookout for fabulous views over the Nardab floodplain. Next its on to Maguk (Barramundi Gorge), where a hike is rewarded with a reviving swim in the plunge pools. Tonight we stay at our permanent camp within Kakadu National Park. (BLD)
Day 21: Kakadu to Darwin
Get ready for some 4WD action today on our way to Jim Jim Falls! Once we get there, well hike to the base of the falls before continuing on to Twin Falls. Feel the beauty of the stunning gorge and powerful falls from the National Park operated boat and boardwalk experience. The impressive scenery will continue to amaze you as we journey back to Darwin in the afternoon. (BL)
