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35TH ANNIVERSARY OUTBACK COLLECTION 2021

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35th Anniversary Outback Collection We are proud to release our new Scenic 35th Anniversary Outback Collection for travel in 2021, retracing the many destinations where our journeys first began. Our early beginnings were along the Great Ocean Road to Warrnambool, showcasing this region to our Australian guests. Today, Scenic is a worldrenowned global luxury cruise and tour operator. These new itineraries represent Scenic’s proud heritage and commitment to continuous innovation. The 35th Anniversary Outback Collection features handcrafted accommodation and classic experiences designed to give you a true sense of the Australian outback spirit. Join us in 2021 and create memories to last a lifetime.

Front cover: The Living Desert, Broken Hill, New South Wales. Image: Destination NSW A Mungo National Park, New South Wales Image: Destination NSW B Expert Guides C Crowne Plaza, Adelaide, South Australia D Experience the Australian Outback E Silverton, New South Wales

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Six things to expect on an outback discovery journey with Scenic: A relaxed travel style - Australian touring is in our DNA and for 35 years we have been exploring all the special destinations and finding unique experiences Handpicked accommodation, small group touring with up to 32 guests, and uniquely Australian experiences. Meet a host of characters, learn about the local legends and dreamtime stories, and be immersed in our outback history An array of incredible Australian landmarks and locations stretching from the Great Ocean Road to Kangaroo Island, the Top End, Broken Hill and Longreach Unforgettable Scenic Enrich moments - these signature once-in-a-lifetime experiences will take you to the cultural heart of Australia We do all the driving for you - our expert Tour Directors and Drivers are the expert team that will bring your journey to life every day Support for the local tourism industry by holidaying at home in 2021

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Outback Queensland Adventure Brisbane > Cairns NEW FOR 2021

14 Day Tour

A land of fossils and folklore Australia is a unique land in many ways. Celebrate its quirks and hidden jewels during this 14-day itinerary. From a museum dedicated to a famous bush ballad, to a veritable ‘dinosaur country’ – a treasure trove of ancient fossils, you will see a side of Queensland you never knew existed. . Discover the fascinating beginnings of the Australian oil and gas industry, learn about the role a small town in the heart of Queensland played in World War II, find out what is so special about the shire of “Curry”, and take home the prized Tambo Teddy. Travel to Winton, the birthplace of the famous ‘Waltzing Matilda’, and perhaps you can still hear the poet’s ghost humming the ballad as you pass through. Of course, no Queensland experience is complete without a visit to Australia’s crowning glory, the natural wonder of Great Barrier Reef, and you will have many opportunities to explore its kaleidoscopic corals with an expert.

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Townsville

2 Charters Towers

Cloncurry Mt Isa

2 Winton

Queensland

Longreach

2 Tambo

Charleville

Charleville Cosmos Centre

Roma

Dalby

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Toowoomba

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Scenic Enrich experience Meet you local guide and begin your discovery day of Roma with a Welcome to Country by the local Mandandanyi tribe. Visit the some of Roma’s landmarks such as Lake Neverfill, Roma Saleyards, St Paul’s Anglican church and Roma Bush Gardens. Spend the afternoon at the Rosedale Orchards and enjoy a freshly squeezed orange juice.

Outback Queensland

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Highlights: Visit the original home of QANTAS Enjoy a day on the farm at Wambiana Station in Charters Towers Learn about Australia’s dinosaurs Be awe inspired at the Cosmos Centre in Charleville Experience glamping during your stay in Longreach Discover the underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef

Qantas Founders Museum, Longreach

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Outback Queensland Adventure 14 Day Itinerary Brisbane > Cairns Day 1

Brisbane

Welcome to Brisbane, the capital of Queensland. Upon arrival at the airport, you will be transferred to the Stamford Plaza for your overnight special stay. Feel free to explore the city at your leisure. You’ll find yourself perfectly located, just a short stroll from the Brisbane River and close to the heritage-listed Anzac Square. Meet your Tour Director and fellow travellers tonight for a welcome dinner. Meals: D

Day 2

Brisbane > Roma

Meals: B.D

Day 3

Roma Roma is the centre of a rich pastoral and wheatgrowing district. Full of country charm, it is home to Australia’s largest cattleselling centre. Enrich With our local guide, discover all the hidden secrets of Roma. Begin your day with a Welcome to Country from a member of the local Mandandanyi tribe. Hear the stories of Roma’s history including a visit to the Rosedale Orchards. Meals: B.L.D

Day 4

Roma > Charleville Located on the Warrego River, Charleville was named after its Irish pioneers’ hometown in Ireland. It was the location of the Cobb & Co factory in the late 1890s. Learn about army life for

the United States armed forces that were located here during WWII before visiting the Charleville Cosmos Centre. Your overnight accommodation will be at The Charleville Hotel. Meals: B.D

Day 5

Charleville > Longreach

Today’s first stop is at the country town of Tambo. When wool prices crashed in 1992, a group of locals started making unique teddy bears from wool pelts and stuffed them with wool and thus the Tambo Teddy was born. See the Tree of Knowledge at Barcaldine, the reputed birthplace of the labour movement in Australia. Upon arriving in Longreach, head to your special glamping stay for two nights at the Mitchell Grass Retreat. Meals: B.D

Day 6

Longreach Start the day with the Qantas Founders Outback Museum to inspect the original 1922

hangar used by the departing flights, the Boeing 747-200, and the first ever Qantas Jet passenger aircraft registered in Australia. At the Stockman’s Hall of Fame, learn about the brave and intrepid explorers, the stockman, and aborigines of pioneering Australia. This evening enjoy a sunset dinner cruise on the Thomson River. Meals: B.L.D

Day 7

Longreach > Winton Travelling to Winton, we visit the Waltzing Matilda Centre, dedicated to a song and the place where Banjo Patterson wrote the famous bush ballad. This afternoon visit the Age of Dinosaurs Museum of Natural History. The museum houses the largest collection of unique dinosaur fossils in Australia. A farmer whilst mustering in 1999 found the first dinosaur bone fossil in the region. Your overnight accommodation is at The Boulder Opal Motor Inn. Meals: B.D

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Heading north west, our first stop is Toowoomba, Queensland’s largest inland city. It is home to many parks and gardens as well as a growing urban coffee culture. Cross the Great Dividing Range to the Darling Downs and Dalby, the wheat capital of Queensland. We will travel through Chinchilla and Miles before arriving in Roma for our two-night stay at the Roma Central Motor.

Join the Big Rig Night show to discover the unique history of Australia’s oil and gas industry in Roma.

Age of Dinosaurs Museum of Natural History, Winton

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Explore Mount Isa Mine

Day 8

Winton > Cloncurry Cloncurry is affectionately known as “the Curry” by locals. It is the birthplace of the Royal Flying Doctor service. During your visit to John Flynn Place Museum, you will discover the Australian visionary who began his flying doctor experiment in 1928. Your home for the next two nights is at the Gidgee Inn. Meals: B.D

Day 9

Mt Isa Spend the day in Mt Isa, a town that came into existence because of the vast mineral deposits found in the area. Mount Isa Mines is one of the most productive single mines in world history, based on the combined production of lead, silver, copper and zinc. Take an underground mine tour and visit the Outback at the Isa complex. Meals: B.D

Day 10

Cloncurry > Charters Towers Following the Overlanders Way, travelling through the towns of Richmond and Hughenden, you will come across an area known as dinosaur country because of the many discoveries of bones from marine reptiles found in this region that had once been an inland sea.

Our stay for the next two nights is at Kernow Resort Charters Towers. A booming town during the gold rush of 1880s, it was home to the first regional stock exchange in Australia. Meals: B.D

Day 11

Charters Towers Enrich Spend today with Lyons family on their home and workplace – Wambiana Station. The deep roots the family has formed with the land has helped them build a wealth of knowledge about life on a cattle station, living in the bush and sustainable grazing practices, that they will be happy to share with you.

Day 13

Cairns Freechoice: Soar over the Atherton Tablelands in a hot air balloon flight at sunrise or journey through magnificent rainforest on the Kuranda Scenic Railway before returning by Skyrail. Alternatively, take a day trip to Cape Tribulation and experience the world’s oldest tropical rainforest, or enjoy a Great Barrier Reef day trip to the Outer Barrier Reef. Snorkel amidst the labyrinth of coral with an instructor

Day 14

Cairns It is time to say goodbye to your newfound friends and head home, taking wonderful memories with you. Meals: B The itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Scenic cannot guarantee the tour will operate unaltered from the itinerary stated above. Please refer to scenic.com.au/terms.

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Day 12

Your choice of 4 Scenic Freechoice activities

Charters Towers > Cairns

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Farewell the Queensland outback as we head east to the coastal town of Townsville. With more than 320 days of sunshine each year, Townsville is home to World Heritage-listed national parks and lush tropical gardens. Following the coast, our final stop for two nights is in Cairns at the newly refurbished Flynn Hotel.

and enjoy underwater observatory on a semisubmersible boat.

2 memorable Scenic Special Stays

29 Meals - 14 breakfasts (B), 3 Lunches (L) and 12 dinners (D) Expert Tour Director and knowledgeable local guides Return airport transfers All tipping and gratuities

Departure Dates 2021 Jun

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Aug

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Tour code: AOBC

Earlybird Savings of $250pp^

Twin share Single $6,795

$8,445

$6,795

$8,445

$6,795

$8,445

$6,795

$8,445

Deposit per person (required within 7 days of booking): $1000 All prices are per person and include taxes and charges. For full terms and conditions please visit scenic.com.au/terms.

For the latest offers and up to date availability visit scenic.com.au, call 138 128 or contact your nearest Scenic Agent

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Oceans to Outback 16 Day Tour

Melbourne > Melbourne

NEW FOR 2021

A magical tri-state journey of discovery Discover your homeland like never before. From the refined art and culture of Melbourne to the barren otherworldly landscape of Broken Hill, unearth a new Australian wonder every day during this 16-day unforgettable itinerary. Your drive along the spectacular Great Ocean Road will effectively set the stage for your upcoming adventure as you traverse places of incredible beauty, including rainforests, craggy limestone and sandstone cliffs, virgin beaches, the outstanding 12 Apostles and the cerulean waters of an endless ocean. In South Australia, the mysteries of the volcanic crater Blue Lake will amaze you. Deep blue early in the year and steely grey towards the end, nature’s sorcery here has to be seen to be believed. From endearing wildlife to the world’s best winery, South Australia has surprises tucked away around every corner. Journey back in time and view the creation of the Flinders Ranges and its significance to the traditional owners of the land at Wilpena Pound. Finally, immerse yourself in the country’s outback aura at Broken Hill and Mildura, a fitting finale to a remarkable journey.

South Australia Wilpena Pound Scenic Flight Wilpena Pound

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Silverton

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Mungo National Park Adelaide

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3 Kangaroo Island

Victoria Penola

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Living Desert Sculptures Outdoor Museum, New South Wales

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Warrnambool

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Wilpena Pound Hear stories about this natural amphitheatre used as “The Meeting Place” by the Adnyamathanha people. Travelling by 4WD, see the rugged mountain scenery, gorges and a huge array of wildlife. Flinders Ranges is one Australia’s best kept secrets.

Daydream Mine, Silverton, New South Wales

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Highlights: Enjoy a guided tour of Adelaide central markets Learn about bio dynamic farming at Gemtree Wines Walk the beach at Seal Bay home to a colony of sea lions See the spectacular coast views on the Great Ocean Road Look in awe at the colours and sculptures at the outdoor sculpture gallery in Broken Hill Hear the indigenous stories while being amazed at Wilpena Pound Twelve Apostles, Victoria

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Oceans to Outback 16 Day Itinerary Melbourne > Melbourne Day 1

Melbourne

Welcome to Melbourne. Victoria’s capital, renowned for its sporting events, café culture and breathtaking natural wonders and regarded by many as the world’s most liveable city. Sometimes referred to as Australia’s cultural capital, it is the birthplace of Australian Impressionism and Australian Rules football. From the airport, you will be transferred to your special stay at the Sofitel Melbourne on Collins. Meals: D

Day 2

Melbourne > Warrnambool Today, enjoy one of the world’s great road trips, the Great Ocean Road. Built by returned soldiers between 1919 and 1932, the road is dedicated to soldiers killed during World War 1 , the road is the world’s largest war memorial Visit the remaining eight of the Twelve Apostles, a collection of limestone stacks and hear the story of the Loch Ard shipwreck as well as visit the famous Loch Ard Gorge. Your overnight stay is at Quality Suites Deep Ocean.

Warrnambool > Mt Gambier

Leaving Warrnambool this morning, visit Tower Hill state Reserve, a native wildlife haven located in a dormant volcano. The area was a rich food source for the Koroit Gundidj people whose descendants retain links with this country. Continue to Mt Gambier to visit the mysterious Blue Lake. We visit the historic township of Penola, the Mary Mackillop Interpretive Centre, and the Woods Mackillop Schoolhouse. Enjoy a Special Stay at The Barn in Mt Gambier, set amongst 5 acres of manicured English style gardens with most of the accommodation constructed from Mt Gambier limestone. Meals: B.D

Day 4

Mt Gambier > Kangaroo Island Today, we follow the coast to the fishing town of Kingston before following the waters of the Coorong to Meingie, past Lake Albert and Lake Alexandrina. Crossing the Murray River, we head to Victor Harbour and Cape Jervis where we board our ferry for

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Meals: B.D

Day 3

Kangaroo Island. Hotel: Seafront/Ozone Hotel Meals: B.D

Day 5

Kangaroo Island Be inspired by the scenery today at Flinders Chase National Park. Admiral’s Arch and Remarkable Rocks are great photo opportunities. A special encounter awaits at Seal Bay, home to the third largest sea lion colony in Australia, where you will meet your conservation guide for a walk amongst the seals. If you are quiet, you might even hear them talking. Meals: B

Day 6

Kangaroo Island

Enrich Tantalise your taste buds as your local epicurean guide introduces you to the magnificent tastes of Kangaroo Island, which have helped to make it famous. Sample gourmet cheese, honey, and wine unique to this amazing island. Tonight’s dinner will highlight Kangaroo Island local produce. Meals: B.D

Day 7

Kangaroo Island > Adelaide Your ferry trip this morning will bring you back to the mainland. Enrich Meet the winemakers at Gemtree Wines that was rated the ‘World’s Best Winery for Sustainable Wine Tourism’ in 2019. Discover through an interactive experience at the Biodynamic hut all about biodynamic viticulture and finish your visit with a taste of locally sourced snacks. Arrive in Adelaide this afternoon for your two-night stay at the Hilton Hotel. Meals: B.D

Scenic Sundowners, Wilpena Pound, South Australia

Day 8

Adelaide

Freechoice: Discover the history and culture of Adelaide on a walking tour or taste your way through the Adelaide Central Markets tour. Alternatively, choose between an Adelaide city sights tour, which includes the famous, newly renovated Adelaide Oval, a Torrens River cruise with a visit to the Adelaide Zoo or enjoy a day tour to the Barossa Valley. Meals: B

Day 9:

Adelaide > Wilpena Pound

Travelling north, today we stop in Port Augusta, situated on the quiet waterways of the Spencer Gulf. Visit the Wadlata Outback Centre and travel through the ‘Tunnel of Time’ to learn about life in the outback. Journey to the beautiful Flinders Ranges National Park where your accommodation for the next two nights is at the Wilpena Pound Hotel. Sundowners Watch the sunset drink in hand from Stokes Hills, which offers spectacular panoramic views of Wilpena Pound and the surrounding ranges. Meals: B.D

Day 10

Wilpena Pound Optional flight Optional flight over Wilpena Pound available today. (Additional expense) With rugged mountain scenery, peaceful gorges and a huge array of wildlife and flora, the Flinders Ranges is a wonderful showcase of the Australian outback. Enrich In a 4WD, venture with your local guide to Wilpena Pound. Hear stories about this natural amphitheatre, used

Mungo National Park, New South Wales

as ‘The Meeting Place’ by the Adnyamathanha people for tens of thousands of years, then as a natural enclosure by early pastoralists. Meals: B.D

Day 11

Wilpena Pound > Broken Hill Say goodbye to South Australia as you cross the border for NSW and the town of Broken Hill, site of the world’s richest deposits of silver, lead and zinc, which led to the establishment of BHP. Your three-night stay will be at the Broken Hill Resort or similar. Meals: B.D

Day 12

Broken Hill

strolling around the restored gaol, art galleries and the Silverton Hotel before a visit to the Mad Max museum, where many pieces of the original set have been found buried underground. At the Daydream Mine, you will experience life back in the early mining days.

was formed by sand swept up from the dried-up lake floor and dumped on the shoreline now the site of the spectacular “Walls of China”, carved from layers of the lunette and spectacular to view. Your overnight stay is that the Quality hotel Mildura Grand.

Meals: B.D

Day 13

Day 15

Broken Hill

Mildura > Melbourne

See and learn about the artwork of Pro Hart during a visit to the Ant Hill Gallery. Visit the small town of Menindee located on the banks of the Darling River and home to the Menindee Lakes. Enjoy sunset at the spectacular Living Desert Sculptures Outdoor Museum Meals: B.D

A visit to the Royal Flying Doctors Service before a chance to enjoy a milkshake from the famous Bells Milk Bar. Visit the outback ghost town of Silverton, scene of more than 140 films and commercials. Spend time

Day 14

world’s richest goldfields. The migrants arrived at a desolate tent town and turned it into a grand city of architectural elegance. Tonight, you will return to Melbourne for our final night at the Sofitel Melbourne on Collins. Meals: B.D

Day 16

Melbourne

Make your way through the mallee country with extensive low scrub and open pinewood. Upon arrival in Bendigo ride the historic tram around the city. Hear about the cosmopolitan town founded by migrants on one of the

Its time to head home and say goodbye to new friends before returning home. Meals: B The itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Scenic cannot guarantee the tour will operate unaltered from the itinerary stated above. Please refer to scenic.com.au/terms.

Handcrafted inclusions: Full escorted small group touring with up to 32 guests

Broken Hill > Mildura

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Today we visit the world Heritage listed Mungo National Park and meet our park ranger for a guided tour. The famous Mungo Lunette

Your choice of 5 Scenic Freechoice activities 2 memorable Scenic Special Stays 1 Scenic Sundowners event

29 Meals - 16 breakfasts (B) and 13 dinners (D)

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Expert Tour Director and knowledgeable local guides Return airport transfers All tipping and gratuities

Departure Dates 2021 May

Aug

Sep

Earlybird Savings of $250pp^

Tour code: AOMM Twin share Single $6,795

$8,690

$6,795

$8,690

$6,795

$8,690

Deposit per person (required within 7 days of booking): $1000 All prices are per person and include taxes and charges. For full terms and conditions please visit scenic.com.au/terms

Silverton, New South Wales

For the latest offers and up to date availability visit scenic.com.au, call 138 128 or contact your nearest Scenic Agent

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Central Australia and the Ghan 14 Day Tour

Darwin > Adelaide NEW FOR 2021

Journey through the heart of Australia from Darwin to Adelaide Wondrous surprises await you around every bend of your journey through the heart of Australia and beyond. Discover the delights of the World Heritagelisted Kakadu National Park. Visit cool billabongs and their vibrant birdlife, spot majestic crocodiles and immerse yourself in the ancient stories of this land. Embark on one of the world’s most renowned and luxurious rail journeys, The Ghan Expedition from Darwin to Adelaide, and witness some of the most remote and captivating parts of Australia in style and comfort. Your adventure through the country’s immense, diverse, and mesmerising interior will leave you speechless and in awe of this great nation we call home. It is truly the ultimate Australian outback experience. Witness a vastly different scenery at beautiful South Australia. Delight your taste buds at the capital city Adelaide’s excellent restaurants and shop for the perfect souvenir at its bustling markets. In Kangaroo Island, prepare to be astounded by the otherworldly landscapes and vast colonies of vibrant wildlife, including fur seals, koalas, wallabies, echidna, and colourful birds.

Darwin

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Kakadu National Park 1 Kakadu Scenic Flight

Katherine

Yellow Water Billabong Cruise Katherine Gorge Cruise

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Northern Territory Uluru Scenic Flight

Alice Springs

Coober Pedy

Adelaide

The Ghan, Manguri, South Australia

McLaren Vale Victor Harbor

South Australia

3 Kangaroo Island

1 Overnight stay

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Optional flight

The Ghan Expedition Spending three nights on one of the world’s great train journeys you will travel through some of the most remote and captivating parts of Australia. Enjoy off train experiences in Katherine and Alice Springs including a spectacular dinner under the stars at Alice Springs Telegraph Station. Venture into the underground mining town of Coober Pedy.

Telegraph Station, Alice Springs, Northern Territory

Highlights: Cruise on the Yellow Waters Billabong looking for birdlife and crocodiles Enjoy the hospitality for three special nights on board The Ghan Expedition with stops in Katherine, Alice Springs and Coober Pedy Explore the underground town of Coober Pedy Enjoy a guided tour of Adelaide central markets Learn about bio dynamic farming at Gemtree Wines Walk the beach at Seal Bay home to a colony of sea lions Yellow Waters Billabong Cruise, Northern Territory

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Central Australia and the Ghan 14 Day Itinerary Darwin > Adelaide Day 01

Darwin Welcome to cosmopolitan Darwin for a two-night stay at the Hilton Darwin. Meals: D

Day 02

Darwin

the area before cruising on the Yellow Water Billabong, spotting crocodiles and birdlife. Your overnight stay tonight is at the Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel. Meals: B D

Freechoice: Cruise on the Adelaide River, home to the ‘jumping crocodiles’ or take a day trip to Litchfield National Park to soak up its lush green scenery and dramatic waterfalls. Alternatively, enjoy a sunset cruise on Darwin Harbour; take the hop-on-hopoff bus around town or the WWII Bombing of Darwin tour. Meals: B

Day 04

Kakadu> Darwin Optional flight Take an optional flight over Kakadu National Park for a bird’s-eye view of the wetlands and rocky terrain (at additional cost, please book prior to departure). Return to Darwin this morning and enjoy an afternoon at leisure.

Day 03

Meals: B

Darwin > Kakadu

Day 05

Travel to the amazing World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park to experience its stunning raw beauty first hand. Marvel at ancient Aboriginal rock art at Nourlangie Rock, some of the oldest and most impressive Rock Art. Visit Bowali Visitors Centre for a greater understanding of

Your journey begins with a morning departure from Darwin, settle into your private cabin, before delightful regionally-inspired lunch, accompanied by a selection of all-inclusive wines and beverages. Arrive early afternoon at the Top End

Ghan Expedition

township of Katherine. Choose between a relaxing cruise through Nitmiluk Gorge’s ancient natural wonders and exploring the region’s rich Indigenous culture, or taking a glimpse into the lives of those who call the outback home, with a fascinating day of discovery on a huge cattle station. Enjoy dinner as the sun sets over the outback, then back in your cabin you’ll find your bed turned down. Fall asleep as the train rolls soothingly onwards. Meals: B.L.D

Meals: B.D

Day 09

Adelaide

Freechoice: Today, discover Day 06 the history and culture of Ghan Expedition Adelaide on a walking tour or taste your way through the After your first night on Adelaide Central Markets. The Ghan, you’ll be greeted Alternatively, choose between by a morning view of the spectacular Red Centre. A full an Adelaide city sights tour, day of excursions awaits you which includes the famous, newly renovated Adelaide Oval, in the outback town of Alice one of the most picturesque Springs. An optional upgrade test cricket grounds of the is a scenic flight to Uluru, returning in time to meet the country, take a charming Torrens River cruise to explore rest of your fellow guests at a Adelaide’s picturesque spectacular barbecue dinner under a million stars at the riverside with a visit to the historic Alice Springs Telegraph Adelaide Zoo or a day trip to Station. the famous Barossa Valley. Meals: B.D

Meals: B

Day 07

Day 10

Ghan Expedition

Adelaide > Kangaroo Island

From your morning stop at the outback outpost of Manguri, you’ll venture into the weird and wonderful opal mining township of Coober Pedy, where more than half of the residents live underground. Here, you’ll enjoy a day of discovery, and a gourmet lunch in the most unique of locations: underground. Dinner is served back on the train where you can enjoy a nightcap as your journey continues. Meals: B.D

Day 08

Adelaide From your cabin window this morning, you’ll see a dramatic change in landscape, as the The Ghan, MacDonnell Ranges, Northern Territory

rich ochre tones of the outback make way for the green fields of South Australia. Enjoy a leisurely brunch as you pass through the majestic Flinders Ranges and prepare for your mid-morning arrival into Adelaide, completing one of the world’s great travel experiences. You will then be transferred to the Crowne Plaza Hotel, your home for the next two nights.

Journey south today to the Fleurieu Peninsula where rolling hills are complemented by rugged, clifftops and sandy beaches. We’ll stop in McLaren Vale to visit the d’Arenberg Cube, a fivestorey contemporary glass structure that almost appears to be floating amongst the vineyards. Sample premium wine at its tasting room and capture the sunlight bouncing off the many façades of the building on your camera. Visit the charming seaside town of Victor Harbor before your ferry ride to Kangaroo Island, Australia’s third largest island. Your accommodation here will

Enjoy lunch in an underground cave in the subterranean township of Coober Pedy, South Australia

be at Seafront Hotel for the next three nights. Meals: B.D

Kangaroo Island > Adelaide

Day 11

Kangaroo Island Be inspired by the scenery today at Flinders Chase National Park. Behold the powerful forces of nature at Admirals Arch, a stunning natural rock arc formed by lashing waves, also a playground of fur seal pups. Take a frame-worthy photograph at Remarkable Rocks, spectacular naturally formed granite sculptures shaped over 500 years of erosion. A special encounter awaits at Seal Bay, home to the third largest sea lion colony in Australia, where you’ll meet your conservation guide for a walk amongst the seals. If you are quiet, you might even hear them talking. Meals: B

Your ferry trip this morning will bring you back to the mainland. Enrich Meet the winemakers at Gemtree Wines that was rated the ‘World’s Best Winery for Sustainable Wine Tourism’ in 2019. Discover through an interactive experience at the Biodynamic hut all about biodynamic viticulture and finish your visit with a taste of locally sourced snacks. Continue to Glenelg, a beachside suburb of Adelaide, where you will enjoy a special stay at the Stamford Grand Hotel, providing you with a chance to reflect on your adventures over a farewell dinner. Meals: B.D

Kangaroo Island, South Australia

Handcrafted inclusions: Full escorted small group touring with up to 32 guests

Day 14

Day 12

Kangaroo Island

Enrich Tantalise your taste buds as your local epicurean guide introduces you to the magnificent tastes of Kangaroo Island, which have helped to make it famous. sample gourmet cheese, honey and wine, unique to this amazing island. Tonight’s dinner will showcase Kangaroo Island’s local produce. Meals: B.L.D

Day 13

Your choice of 10 Scenic Freechoice activities

It’s time to say goodbye to your newfound friends and the delightful tastes of Outback Australia.

1 memorable Scenic Special Stay

25 Meals - 14 breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L) and 9 dinners (D) Expert Tour Director and knowledgeable local guides

Meals: B The itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Scenic cannot guarantee the tour will operate unaltered from the itinerary stated above. Please refer to scenic.com.au/terms.

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2 exclusive Scenic Enrich experiences

Adelaide

Return airport transfers All tipping and gratuities

Departure Dates 2021 Sep

Tour code: AUDA Twin share Single

04* 18

$8,995

$13,625

Deposit per person (required within 7 days of booking): $1000 *Alternative Itinerary. All prices are per person and include taxes and charges. For full terms and conditions please visit scenic.com.au/terms

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