Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Darwin
On arrival in Darwin you will be transferred to your hotel. This afternoon
enjoy a tour of the tropical city of Darwin. See the mixture of old and new
building styles including the old Government House and the new Northern
Territory Parliament building. Visit the Museum and Art Gallery of
theâ?^Northern Territory. Drive through the Botanic Gardens to East Point
Reserve and view remnants of the World War II defence of Australia. Tonight
enjoy a welcome drink with your Tour Director and fellow travellers.
Accommodation: Darwin Central Hotel, Darwin.
Day 2: Katherine Gorge
Bid farewell to the Northern Capital and head south along the Stuart Highway
towards Katherine. Stop at the Adelaide River War Cemetery, a site dedicated
to the World War II air raids on Darwin. In Nitmiluk National Park, cruise
the placid waters of the Katherine River through the towering cliffs of two
gorges.
Accommodation: Paraway Motel, Katherine. (B)
Day 3: River Cruise
Travel via Timber Creek and Victoria River across vast cattle stations into
Western Australia. Visit the historic Durack Homestead and learn about this
pioneering family. See Lake Argyle, Australiaâ?Ts largest man-made lake.
Join a cruise along the Ord River from mighty Lake Argyle to Kununurra.
Accommodation: Country Club Hotel, Kununurra, 2 nights. (B)
Day 4: Kununurra
After breakfast tour the Kununurra region. See the results of the Ord River
Irri-ga-tion Scheme and Hidden Valley Na-tional Park. Admire the views of
the region from Kellyâ?Ts Knob Lookout. This afternoon is at leisure. (B)
Day 5: Wyndham 5 Rivers Lookout
This morning we travel to Parry Lagoon Nature Reserve. See the bird life of
this region and learn about traditional lifestyles. Continue to Wyndham to
the 5 Rivers Lookout for sensational views over the Cambridge Gulf. Visit
Warriu Park to see the Dreamtime Statues and rock art murals, before
continuing along the Gibb River Road to El Questro Wilderness Park, spanning
over one million acres. Accommodation: Emma Gorge Resort, 2 nights, tented
cabins with private facilities, power and linen provided. (B)
Day 6: El Questro Wilderness Park
Cruise through Chamberlain Gorge, a fresh waterhole abounded by tropical
vegetation. At Emma Gorge Resort there is time this afternoon to sit by the
pool or to hike into Emma Gorge for a refreshing swim. (B)
Day 7: Argyle Diamond Mine
Today visit the Argyle Diamond Mine, which produces one third of the worlds
diamonds annually. A local guide will join us for a behind the scenes look
at the diamond mining process. Continue south to the historic town of Halls
Creek. Accommodation: Kimberley Hotel, Halls Creek. (BL)
Day 8: Geikie Gorge
Travel through the Kimberley to the remote township of Fitzroy Crossing.
This afternoon cruise through Geikie Gorge, which has been formed by the
waters of the Fitzroy River. Accommodation: Fitzroy River Lodge, Fitzroy
Crossing. (BL)
Day 9: Derby Broome
Travel to the port of Derby and see the famous Boab Prison Tree, before
continuing to the pearling centre of Broome. See Chinatown and Streeters
Jetty.
Accommodation: Cable Beach Club Resort, Broome, 2 nights. (B)
Day 10: Broome at leisure
Enjoy a day at leisure exploring this tropical hideaway. Directly opposite
the hotel is magnificent Cable Beach. (B)
Day 11: Depart Broome
You will be transferred to Broome Airport to connect with your onward
flight. (B)
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