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Tour Type: Coach Tour
Tour Duration: 11 Days (10 Nights)
From: Broome to Darwin
Tour Code: WBD
Operator: AAT Kings |
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Tour Description
Start 'Australia's Pearl Capital', Broome and enjoy 11 days of fully escorted coach travel to Darwin, with time for an optional camel ride along the beach. Take 4 cruises- through the gorgeous, orange Geikie Gorge, charming Chamberlain Gorge, the wildlife rich Ord River and majestic Katherine Gorge. Travel through nature reserves to El Questro to swim in the thermal pools. Tour underground in the world's largest diamond mine, visit historic homesteads and finish with a tour of tropical Darwin. It's warm, rich, colourful and just lovely! Tour Inclusions:
- Full Buffet Breakfasts (10) (B)
- Lunch (2) (L)
- You are invited Dinner (1) (D)
- Hotel Dinners (8) (D)
- Twin share rooms with private facilities in centrally located hotels. 2 nights in tented cabins with en suites
- Welcome Drink
- All Purpose Travel Wallet & Map
- Airport Transfers (Day 1 Broome Airport, flights anytime. Day 11 Darwin Airport, flights anytime)
Included Tour Highlights:
- Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Darwin
- Explore the picturesque Adelaide River War Cemetery
- Cruise through majestic Katherine Gorge
- Visit the historic Durack Homestead
- Enjoy a wildlife spotting cruise on the Ord River
- See impressive Lake Argyle
- Discover Hidden Valley National Park
- Visit Parry Lagoon Nature Reserve and Warriu Park
- Time to relax and swim in the thermal pools at El Questro Wilderness Park
- Cruise through Chamberlain Gorge
- Tour the Argyle Diamond Mine
- Cruise through spectacular Geikie Gorge
- Relax on Cable Beach, Broome
- 'You are invited' dinning experience
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Day
1 |
Arrive Broome
On arrival in Broome you will be transferred to your hotel. Afternoon at leisure. Enjoy a welcome drink with your Tour Director this evening. Stay: Cable Beach Club Resort (2 nights) (D) |
Day
2 |
Broome 'Free Time'
Today is at leisure to explore this tropical hideaway. Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the 22 kilometres of pristine sand and swim in the turquoise blue water that is Cable Beach. Wander through Chinatown or shop for pearls. This evening sit back, relax and watch the spectacular sunset over the Indian Ocean. Or you may like to take a camel ride along Cable Beach. (B) |
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Derby – Fitzroy Crossing
Travel to the Port of Derby, the oldest established town in the Kimberley, located at the base of King Sound. Visit the famous Prison Boab Tree, believed to be around 1,500 years old and used by the first police as an overnight holding cell. Travel through some of Australia’s biggest pastoral properties to the remote township of Fitzroy Crossing created by the early settlers to ford the mighty Fitzroy River. Stay: Fitzroy River Lodge, Fitzroy Crossing (B/D) |
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Geikie Gorge
This morning cruise through Geikie Gorge, which was formed by the waters of the Fitzroy River tunnelling through the Napier Range. During the wet season, the Fitzroy River rises over 16 metres, staining the limestone walls of the gorge and flooding the national park with seven metres of water. In the dry season, the river transforms itself into a quiet stream strung beneath the towering cliffs of the Devonian Reef. Watch for freshwater crocodiles, fruit bats and wallabies 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, at the doorstep to the majestic World Heritage listed Purnululu National Park. Stay: Kimberley Hotel, Halls Creek (B/L/D) |
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Lirrgarn Argyle Diamond Mine
Journey north of Halls Creek and enter the Argyle mining lease. A local guide will join us and conduct a tour of Lirrgarn Argyle Diamond Mine, the world's largest diamond mine, which produces one quarter of the world's diamonds annually. This afternoon travel to El Questro Wilderness Park, a million acres in the heart of the Kimberley, one of the world's few remaining wild front. Stay: Emma Gorge Resort, (2 nights). Tented cabins with private facilities. (B/L/D)
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Day
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El Questro Wilderness Park
This morning cruise through Chamberlain Gorge, a three-kilometre fresh waterhole fringed by tropical vegetation and 60 metre tall escarpments. Keep your eyes peeled for fresh water crocodiles sunning themselves as you glide past. At Emma Gorge Resort there is time to sit by the pool or to hike into Emma Gorge for a refreshing swim in the waterhole. (B/D) |
Day
7 |
Wyndham
This morning we travel along the Gibb
River Road to Parry Lagoon Nature
Reserve, a haven for birdlife in this
region (weather permitting). Continue
to Wyndham to the 5 Rivers Lookout for
sensational views over the Cambridge
Gulf. View the Dreamtime Statues and
rock art murals at Warriu Park. This
afternoon visit the historic Argyle Downs
Homestead, which was faithfully removed
brick by brick and reconstructed to
become a pioneer museum. Then cruise along the Ord River from Lake Argyle to
Kununurra. This permanent water supply
has formed wetland areas, which have
become havens for myriads of birds and
a variety of marsupials that inhabit the
islands in the lake. Stay: Pinctada Kimberley Grande, Kununurra (2 nights) (B/D) |
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Kununurra
After breakfast enjoy a tour of Kununurra, one of the youngest towns in Western Australia which is the hub of local industry for agriculture, tourism and mining in the east Kimberley. See the Ord River Irrigation Scheme and Hidden Valley National Park, which features 300 million year old sandstone cliffs, often referred to as the 'mini Bungles'. Admire the local views from Kelly's Knob Lookout. Learn all about the sandalwood industry from soil to oil when we visit the Sandalwood Factory at Mount Reserve. You are invited tonight by the Dessert family to the Hoochery Rum Distillery for an exclusive gourmet barbecue. You’ll taste the rum and learn about the distillery and the local way of life. (B/D)
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Day
9 |
Katherine
Cross vast cattle stations en route
to Katherine in the Northern Territory. Stay: Paraway Motel, Katherine (B/D) |
Day
10 |
Katherine Gorge
Cruise the placid waters of the Katherine River through the towering cliffs of two gorges. Look out for freshwater crocodiles. This afternoon travel through to the tropical city of Darwin for an orientation tour, stopping at Adelaide River War Cemetery en route. Stay: Travelodge Mirambeena Resort, Darwin (B/D) |
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Depart Darwin
You will be transferred to Darwin Airport to connect with your onward flight. (B) |
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Itinerary is based on 2012 departures. Click on the icon to the left if you would like to view the 2012 brochure online. |
from AU $4,524
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11 Day Best of the Kimberley Reviews
Tour reviews from past clients of Global Journeys for the 11 Day Best of the Kimberley. |
The Trip was great!! Very well organised and the staff were fantastic. AAT Kings does a great job. Had a good group of fellow travellers which made it a whole lot of fun. The process of booking and payment through Global Journeys was clear and easy. Thank you to Georgie and the team for the work you did at your end.
Stephanie Jones (Australia)
Tour Date 11/09/2011 |
Tour Prices
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| 10 May 2012 |
20 May 2012 |
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| 24 May 2012 |
03 Jun 2012 |
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| 17 Jun 2012 |
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| 21 Jun 2012 |
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| 08 Jul 2012 |
18 Jul 2012 |
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| 29 Jul 2012 |
08 Aug 2012 |
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| 02 Aug 2012 |
12 Aug 2012 |
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| 19 Aug 2012 |
29 Aug 2012 |
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| 23 Aug 2012 |
02 Sep 2012 |
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| 09 Sep 2012 |
19 Sep 2012 |
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| 13 Sep 2012 |
23 Sep 2012 |
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| 04 Oct 2012 |
14 Oct 2012 |
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| 25 Oct 2012 |
04 Nov 2012 |
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General Information
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Tour Operator: AAT Kings
An 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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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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