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6 Day Ocean and Island Escape
Coach Coach Tour starting in Melbourne and finishing in Adelaide
Countries Visited: Australia 
Tour Type: Coach Tour
Tour Duration: 6 Days (5 Nights)
From: Melbourne to Adelaide
Tour Code: EMKK
Operator: AAT Kings
from AU $2,095 pp
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Tour Description

Create a round Australia trip with this 6 day tour leg from Melbourne to Adelaide exhibiting the best scenery, starting with the Great Ocean Road and its dramatic cliffs forged by force to be reckoned with. Stay at volcanic Mt Gambier with sink holes, craters and natural phenomena. The best is last with a 2 night stay on Kangaroo Island where native animals are seen in the wild. Once the tour finishes in Adelaide, feel free to partake of its famous wines.

Tour Inclusions:

  • Full Buffet Breakfasts (5) (B)
  • Lunch (1) (L)
  • You are invited Dinners (1) D
  • Hotel Dinners (3) (D)
  • Welcome Drink
  • All Purpose Travel Wallet & Map
  • Hotel Porterage Included
  • Twin share rooms with private facilities in centrally located hotels
  • Tour by luxury air-conditioned coach with 2-door access, restroom, seatbelts, reclining seats, panoramic windows
  • Tour with an experienced, professional Tour Director and Tour Driver
  • Airport transfers (Day prior from Melbourne Airport – flights anytime; Day 6 to Adelaide Airport – flights to depart after 2.00pm)

Included Tour Highlights:

  • Aboriginal Cultural Experience
  • Tour the spectacular Coorong
  • Travel along the famous Great Ocean Road
  • View the surfing mecca of Bells Beach
  • View te mysterious Blue Lake
  • See the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge in Port Campbell National Park
  • Visit Seaside Glenelg
  • Discover fascinating Kangaroo Island
  • See the Remarkable Rocks and Admiral's Arch
  • Walk along the beach amongst the Sea Lions at famous Seal Bay
  • Flinders Chase National Park

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Day
1
Melbourne - Great Ocean Road
Depart Melbourne at 8.00am. Today we experience incredible coastal scenery along the famous Great Ocean Road including the amazing Twelve Apostles, London Bridge and Loch Ard Gorge formations in Port Campbell National Park. You can also look for whales off the scenic coastline off Warrnambool (between May and October). This evening enjoy a welcome drink with your Tour Director and fellow travelling companions. Stay: Country Comfort, Warrnambool (D)
Day
2
Tower Hill – Coonawarra
This morning we visit Worn Gundidi at Tower Hill State Game Reserve, a native wildlife haven located in a dormant volcano. Our guide will provide us with an Aboriginal perspective about flora, wildlife, volcanic formations, bush existence and medicinal practices. Then marvel at the pristine vistas before we continue through picturesque Port Fairy, along the coast and over the border to South Australia. We skirt the Lower Glenelg National Park into Mt. Gambier for a city tour and stop to look at the spectacular and mysterious Blue Lake. Stay: Chardonnay Lodge, Coonawarra (B/D)
Day
3
Adelaide
We travel to Penola in the heart of the Coonawarra. This is where Australia’s first saint Mary MacKillop founded the order of the Sisters of St. Joseph in 1867, when she was only 25 years old. Then on through Naracoorte, en route to Adelaide. The afternoon is yours to
explore the gorgeous ‘City of Churches’. Stay: Intercontinental Adelaide (B)
Day
4
Victor Harbor
First up seaside Glenelg then we continue on to the picturesque coastal village of Victor Harbor on the Fleurieu Peninsula. Here you’ll have some free time to explore, maybe take a walk to Granite Island and see some sensational coastal views. Next we travel by ferry to Kangaroo Island for our two-night stay. Tonight we’ll have dinner at the Aurora Ozone Hotel, overlooking the spectacular Backstair Passage. Stay: Aurora Ozone Hotel, Kangaroo Island (2 nights) (B/D)
Day
5
Kangaroo Island
Today we explore Kangaroo Island! At Seal Bay we’ll take a guided tour along the beach among the Australian sea lions. We’ll experience more great photo opportunities at the Remarkable Rocks and Admiral’s Arch. We’ll also do some koala, wallaby and kangaroo spotting within the 33,000 hectare Flinders Chase National Park. G You are invited by the Hannaford family to Middle River for a Shearers Feast. Relax with a predinner drink on the croquet lawn (try your hand at a spot of croquet or perhaps spot some wildlife by torchlight) then stroll to the old shearing shed, built from old sugar gum trees and corrugated iron, for a candle-lit casual dinner, prepared from local produce. A night to remember! (B/L/D)
Day
6
Depart Adelaide
This morning we cruise by ferry back to Cape Jervis then on to elegant Adelaide. You will be transferred to Adelaide Airport for your onward flight. (B)
AAT Kings Brochure Itinerary is based on 2012 departures. Click on the icon to the left if you would like to view the 2012 brochure online.
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6 Day Ocean and Island Escape Reviews

Tour reviews from past clients of Global Journeys for the 6 Day Ocean and Island Escape.
We thouroughly enjoyed the whole trip. Our guide Lisa Carwell was superb as were our two drivers. I personally would have liked more time at the Tower Hill Reserve to walk more and to hear the young man telling us about Aboriginal culture. We enjoyed the different types of accomodation chosen. Finally a very big thank you to Georgie for all your help to me in arranging the whole journey and enabling everything to go so smoothly.
Olive & David Stewart (United Kingdom)
Tour Date 11/12/2010

Tour Prices

Tour prices are per person. Please request a quote for tour availability.


START DATE END DATE BROCHURE
(Twin Share)
BROCHURE
(Single)
OUR
SAVINGS
OUR
PRICE
11 Feb 2012 16 Feb 2012 AU $2,285 AU $2,660 Save $105 AU $2,180
17 Mar 2012 22 Mar 2012 AU $2,285 AU $2,660 Save $105 AU $2,180
31 Mar 2012 05 Apr 2012 AU $2,285 AU $2,660 Save $105 AU $2,180
07 Apr 2012 12 Apr 2012 AU $2,195 AU $2,575 Save $100 AU $2,095
21 Apr 2012 26 Apr 2012 AU $2,195 AU $2,575 Save $100 AU $2,095
26 May 2012 31 May 2012 AU $2,195 AU $2,575 Save $100 AU $2,095
09 Jun 2012 14 Jun 2012 AU $2,195 AU $2,575 Save $100 AU $2,095
01 Sep 2012 06 Sep 2012 AU $2,195 AU $2,575 Save $100 AU $2,095
15 Sep 2012 20 Sep 2012 AU $2,195 AU $2,575 Save $100 AU $2,095
20 Oct 2012 25 Oct 2012 AU $2,195 AU $2,575 Save $100 AU $2,095
03 Nov 2012 08 Nov 2012 AU $2,195 AU $2,575 Save $100 AU $2,095
08 Dec 2012 13 Dec 2012 AU $2,195 AU $2,575 Save $100 AU $2,095

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General Information

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Tour Operator: AAT Kings

AAT KingsAn AAT Kings escorted coach tour is the hassle-free freeway to holiday. Everything has been arranged in advance so travellers don't have to worry about getting lost, finding attractions and reading maps or speeding tickets. On an AAT Kings tour, there is a perfect balance of planned sightseeing and free time for independent exploration or just relaxing and doing nothing at all.



Frequently Asked Questions

Will the coach be comfortable and modern?

Yes, AAT Kings have one of the newest coach fleets in Australia. Their modern and luxurious Mercedes Benz and Scania coaches are equipped with air conditioning, reclining seats, seatbelts, restrooms, two door access, ample legroom and large panoramic windows, so you won't miss a thing.

What does it mean if I book on a non Guaranteed Departure?

AAT Kings have designated certain departures as Guaranteed Departures, which means they have reached minimum passenger numbers and will definitely run as scheduled. Global Journeys continue to add Guaranteed Departure status to tours online as they achieve minimum numbers. If you book on a non Guaranteed Departure AAT Kings will determine if the tour will operate no later than 6 weeks prior to departure. If the tour is withdrawn we will work to offer you a suitable alternative. If you aren't happy with the options offered any money paid on your booking will be refunded.

What documentation will I receive?

This depends on the touring style you are booking. Short Break bookings will receive e-documentation. If you are booking an AAT Kings escorted tour (Premium, Cost Saver, Explorer or Camping) you will receive paper documents in a complimentary leather travel wallet as well as luggage labels and a useful booklet containing valuable holiday information. You will also receive a map of the region you are visiting when you get on tour.

When will I receive my travel documents?

Documents for AAT Kings guided tours are delivered to the hotel or address you are staying at prior to your tour depending on the tour type chosen. We also provide you with a tour itinerary and arrival instructions by email, once we have all your flight information and personal details.

What is the difference between the different tour types?

To suit all different holiday styles AAT Kings offer a range of different touring types.

  • Premium tours are guided by a Tour Director and Driver and include more luxurious accommodation and facilities, more meals and exclusive dining experiences as well as extra sightseeing and cultural highlights.
  • CostSaver tours are designed to offer value for money with clean and comfortable accommodation, breakfast daily, some dinners and plenty or free time, while also benefiting from an expert Tour Director and Driver throughout.
  • Explorer tours are run in our luxury mini-coach vehicles and average around 20 travellers. These active itineraries explore less accessible locations, stay in a mix of Premium tour standard accommodation and character-filled boutiques and are escorted by a dedicated Driver guide.
  • Short Breaks showcase the highlights of a region or city in a short time, they allow extra flexibility as standalone or pre or post tour options. Short Breaks are run by our expert Driver guides.

Who travels on AAT Kings Southern Australia tours?

With such a diverse range of destinations and touring styles there is no set age or type who travel with AAT, you can expect a wide-range of like-minded travellers. Families with children, young couples, baby boomers, solo travellers, small groups and more can be found on our Guided tours. There is certainly no age limit for touring, with children as young as 6 through to seniors travelling, however, the general demographic tends to be over 40. As AAT Kings is sold internationally you will also find that there are people from all over the world on their tours, particularly North Americans, British, Europeans and many Asian nations.

How many other people will I be travelling with?

Depending on the tour you choose and the time of year you are travelling our group sizes can vary from fewer than 21 people up to 50 people, so there is a great opportunity to mingle and make new friends.

Do I need to tip my Tour Director, Driver or Driver guide?

While it’s not compulsory in Australia or New Zealand, tipping is becoming an increasingly accepted practice in all areas of the service industry, but particularly in restaurants, bars and taxis. Likewise on your AAT Kings tour, if you feel that your Tour Director, Driver, Driver guide or Private cook has done an excellent job, then we would recommend tipping up to the equivalent of AU $5 per day. However, it’s not compulsory. It is up to you!

What options do I have if I am travelling alone?

The beauty of travelling with AAT Kings is that you won't be travelling alone. You'll have a group of like-minded travellers and soon to be friends to share in the experience with. They also offer a room matching service on all Guided tours (not applicable on Explorer or Short Breaks) so you don't have to pay a single room supplement. AAT Kings room matching service means they will work to match you with another solo traveller of the same sex but if they can't they will provide a single room at no extra cost.

Can I travel with children on your Guided tours?

Yes, they can accommodate children, however they must be over 6 years of age. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. AAT Kings do recommend that people travelling with children consider whether the itinerary is suitable, in particular the activities involved and the duration of the tour to ensure children’s comfort.

Where can I find out more information on AAT Kings?

We have a dedicated section on our website providing more detailed information on AAT Kings including more FAQ's on what you need to know before, during and after your travel; as well as information on what to expect on tour, and a comprehensive search facility to enable you to easily find more of their tours. Read more> (NB: This link will take you away from this tour itinerary page).


Airport Transfer Information

Free Airport Transfers

AAT Kings offers a hotel or airport transfer at the start and end of your tour, or in-conjunction with pre or post accommodation booked with Global Journeys & AAT Kings. All flight information must be given to Global Journeys at least 6 weeks prior to departure so that transfers can be booked. If you book your own pre or post accommodation then transfers cannot be included.

AAT Kings Short Breaks in the Northern Territory only include airport transfers in Ayers Rock (these meet all incoming flights and leave Ayers Rock 2 hours prior to your departure flight time). In Alice Springs and Darwin they have a range of transfer options negotiated at competitive prices.


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