Overview
Itinerary
Signature Experiences:
- Visit Lark Distillery for a whiskey tour. Set amongst meticulously restored historical buildings, it is the first carbon neutral distillery in Australia, you'll taste three unique whiskies straight from the cask on this guided tour, learning the difference between your malt and mash and discovering what happens from the grain to glass process.
Saturday in Hobart means the Salamanca Market, one of the city's great highlights. Browse among hundreds of stalls set out on historic Salamanca Place, selling handmade products and locally grown produce. Then head for the eclectic MONA – the Museum of Old and New Art – where the fascinating exhibits thrill and challenge in equal measure. Stay Two Nights: Adelaide, Mayfair Hotel (B/D)
Signature Experiences:
- Travel to the Barossa Valley to gain an insider's perspective into the practices and philosophies of one of Australia's premier winemakers, St Hugo. After arriving at St Hugo's beautiful Rowland Flat vineyard in the heart of the Barossa, you'll be introduced to the history and heritage of the label, long synonymous with exceptional wine. Stroll through the property's kitchen garden with St Hugo's executive chef, who will explain St Hugo's food philosophies and how the garden's produce is used in the restaurant's menus. Sample wines alongside St Hugo experts, who will guide you through a tasting, and enjoy a two-course shared menu lunch with paired wines.
Your private jet departs Adelaide to the historic mining town of Kalgoorlie. Discover the inner workings of one of the world's largest open-cut mines, the colossal Super Pit, before flying to Busselton in the Margaret River region in the southwestern corner of WA, a vibrant coastal town close to the region's stunning wineries, famous for its beautiful coral reefs and seasonal humpback whale populations. Stay Two Nights: Margaret River, Pullman Bunker Bay Resort (B/L/D)
Signature Experiences:
- Get set for a day of indulgence in this lush and beautiful area, known for its fine vineyards and gourmet produce, beginning with a special Aravina Estate Experience at one of the region's best wineries. Visit the barrel room for a wine blending display hosted by one of the estate's chief winemakers before sampling a taste direct from the barrels. This educational session allows you to blend your own bottle, which will be labelled specially for the group. You will then tour the on-site WA Surf & Sports Car Gallery before a locally sourced lunch with matching wines.
Board your private jet for the trip north to the Coral Coast. Get up close and personal with the stunning coral reef and tropical marine life in Exmouth with a glass-bottom boat tour and experience the unique beauty of this world-famous attraction. Continue to Broome, where your stay begins with a sunset drink overlooking the iconic Cable Beach, one of the finest viewpoints in Broome to enjoy the pastel-coloured sunset over the Indian Ocean. After drinks, head into the restaurant for a delicious dinner. Stay Two Nights: Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa (B/D)
Signature Experiences:
- Visit Willie Creek Pearl Farm to get a unique insight into modern pearl farming in a stunning setting and view live oysters suspended in their natural environment.
Reboard your private jet for Darwin, the historic capital of the Northern Territory and a former frontier outpost. Take a tour of the town, rich in Indigenous culture exhibited in galleries and museums. Darwin is a destination known for plenty of vibrant outdoor eateries and markets to enjoy the tropical climate. Visit the Royal Flying Doctor Service Facility and be fascinated by the history and technology of this all-important facility and the people who contributed to its operation. Stay Two Nights: Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront (B)
Signature Experiences:
- Marvel at the exquisite colours changing before your eyes as the sun goes down on a sunset dinner cruise. Enjoy fresh, local produce while you relax and take in the unique scenery that surrounds you.
Today your amazing adventure draws to a close. After breakfast, you will be transferred to Darwin airport for your onward flight. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Sample whisky straight from the cask at Lark Distillery
- Winery lunches in the Barossa Valley and Margaret River
- Embark on a Super Pit Tour of Kalgoorlie Mine
- Enjoy the opportunity to view the unspoilt reef at Ningaloo Reef aboard a glass bottom boat
- Visit Willie Creek Pearl Farm to gain an insight into pearl cultivation
- Take in the spectacular views on a Darwin sunset dinner cruise
- Travel aboard a private jet, escorted by an APT Tour Director
- Finest dining – a total of 19 meals (9 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 5 Dinners)
- Stay nine nights in luxury accommodation
- Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change
- Prices are for land and flights as specified
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