Flinders Ranges Odysseys Brochure 2018-19

LUXURY PERSONALISED TOURS 2018/19

The ultimate Outback experience South Australia’s Flinders Ranges

Beyond imagination The Flinders Ranges is a destination like no other in Australia.

It’s one of outstanding natural beauty… of inspiring, ancient landscapes… of significant aboriginal heritage… of pioneering settlers’ history. It’s one that offers the ultimate in luxury experiences… exclusive accommodation… great food… and fine wines. And it’s one that will dazzle your senses, and create memories that’ll stay with you forever.

In the heart of South Australia’s outback, yet just an easy journey from the state capital of Adelaide, the Flinders Ranges is one of the world’s ultimate destinations.

From the grandeur of Wilpena Pound, to the ancient fossils at Nilpena and all points in between it’s all here for you to experience.

It’s a special place that you can discover in style with Flinders Ranges Odysseys.

Cover: Experience exhilarating views of this ancient landscape with an add-on scenic flight from Rawnsley Park Station.

Photo: Copyright SATC

AUSTRALIA SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Adelaide

FLINDERS RANGES

Take in the splendour of the Ranges on the ‘Sunset on the Chace’ tour Photo: Copyright SATC

The ultimate experience If you’re seeking the last word in travel, you’re ready to find out just how memorable an experience can be with Flinders Ranges Odysseys.

We specialise in hosting small groups to and through the Flinders Ranges in style.

We make sure that your visit here is the ultimate outback discovery.

You’ll be guided by local experts who are passionate about this iconic place.

You’ll enjoy the very best accommodation, cuisine and wines on every step of your journey.

Join us and you’ll understand what we mean when we say — nobody knows the Flinders Ranges and luxury travel like Flinders Ranges Odysseys.

Rawnsley Park’s luxury eco-villas are tucked away in seclusion surrounded by breathtaking views

Experience outback luxury at Rawnsley Park

Where you’ll stay

How you’ll get there

When it comes to the very best in accommodation for your stay, you can — and will — rest easy.

Your exclusive experience begins from and returns to Adelaide. Our luxury vehicles will pick you up in the morning for your journey to the Flinders Ranges.

Join us in the Flinders Ranges and you can look forward to three nights of comfort at our two exclusive destinations.

Rawnsley Park Station, Hawker — two nights in a luxury Eco Villa at this stunning location that’s also a fully working sheep station.

The Prairie Hotel, Parachilna — a night in one of Australia’s most famous and best renowned outback pubs.

When we go We leave for our luxury tours to the Flinders Ranges on the following dates: 2018

Friday 2, 9,16 & 23 March Wednesday 4 April, Friday 20 & 27 April Friday 4, 18 & 25th May Every Sunday from June to November except 10 June, 9 & 23 & 30 September & 14 October

2019 Every Friday from March to November except

8 March, 19 April, 7 June & 4 October

The Prairie Hotel is an oasis on the cusp of the rugged Flinders Ranges Photo: Copyright SATC

Our experts will guide you Here’s a flavour of what you’ll discover when you visit this magnificent outback destination with Flinders Ranges Odysseys.

Kangaroos roaming at Rawnsley Park Photo: Maxime Coquard

Emus running wild in Flinders Ranges National Park Photo: Copyright SATC

Say G’day Make new friends with local people who’ll really make you feel at home.

Ancient landscapes Explore the rugged 540 million-year-old Flinders Ranges.

Great food & wine Find out why the Flinders Ranges is famous for its outback cuisine.

Refresh, renew Our luxury accommodation destinations have been carefully selected so you can rewind and recharge.

Go wild Rawnsley Park Station hosts Tony and Julie Smith

Encounter the wildlife that will make your Flinders Ranges experience even more special.

Your Flinders Ranges Outback Tour Day 1

Day 3

Following the R.M. Williams Way, stop at Kanyaka Station Homestead Ruins for afternoon tea and then a visit to the amazing Jeff Morgan Gallery at Hawker before arriving at Rawnsley Park Station. A late afternoon Sunset on the Chace tour is followed by dinner in the Woolshed Restaurant.

Enjoy a signature Feral Food Antipasto Platter lunch followed by the Nilpena Station Ediacaran Experience, including a working cattle station, and its world-renowned Edicaran fossil site. After sunset drinks and canapés, enjoy a two course a la carte dinner.

Depart from Adelaide through the mid-north region of South Australia, stopping at Burra and then on to Orroroo for an Aussie pub lunch.

Day 2

The Daybreak Loop Walk to Rawnsley Bluff is followed by a hearty bush breakfast. You’ll then spend the day touring with your guide around the southern Flinders Ranges’ sights, picturesque gorges and walks.

Your evening highlight is a sumptuous four course lamb tasting dinner with matching wines hosted by Rawnsley Park’s Farm Manager.

Tonight you may choose to book an early morning scenic flight tomorrow over the spectacular Wilpena Pound.

Depart Rawnsley Park after breakfast and travel via beautiful Brachina Gorge through to the copper mining town of Blinman before heading through the Parachilna Gorge to the Prairie Hotel.

Day 4

Depart the Prairie Hotel after breakfast for the old railway township of Quorn for morning tea and then onto Paulett Wines in the Polish Hill River region of the Clare Valley.

Enjoy lunch at their Bush Devine Café before heading to Adelaide for a late afternoon arrival.

Includes

> Luxury 4x4 transport > Personalised touring with expert commentary from your driver/guide > Three nights accommodation > All meals, entrance fees and special permits

Prices From $3,456 pp twin share

$3,979 pp single

Prices valid to 31st March 2019 * scenic flight at extra cost

Experience the ancient Ediacaran fossil reserves

Uncover the past at the Kanyaka Station Homestead Ruins

Photo: SA Museum

Photo: Copyright SATC

Extend your Odysseys experience to Kangaroo Island!

Did you know you can extend your Odysseys experience with us in South Australia?

Just a step away from the South Australian coast lies Kangaroo Island — a tranquil place that’s blessed with iconic wildlife, awesome art, stunning seas, fine cuisine, delightful townships and breathtaking beauty.

Kangaroo Island Odysseys offers you the chance to explore this incredible destination in style.

Visit kiodysseys.com.au or call us on 08 8553 0386 for more information.

Flinders Ranges Odysseys – About your booking General information Flinders Ranges Odysseys’ tours are operated in luxury 4x4 vehicles, either a Toyota Landcruiser or a Mercedes Benz Sprinter (or similar).

About your accommodation Rawnsley Park Station Prices are based on staying in a one bedroom Eco Villa. Two bedroom Eco Villas are available if you are travelling in a group of 4.

Tour dates listed are subject to availability. Prices, itinerary details and accommodation information are correct at the time of publication.

Prairie Hotel Prices are based on staying in either a Deluxe King or Queen Room.

Our prices in this brochure are per person and based on double or single private accommodation.

Our tours are not recommended for children younger than 7 years.

Our tours will operate with a minimum of 2 people. If you are travelling alone and we do not receive any other bookings, an alternate date will be offered or a full refund will be given.

If you would like to request alternate dates from those listed and are travelling with a party of 4 people, we are happy to operate extra departures (subject to availability of accommodation).

The itinerary shown is subject to change and weather conditions that are predicted in the regions visited.

For example, flooding can affect which gorges we will be able to visit.

Booking A deposit of AU$200 per person is required at the time of booking to secure your place/s on the tour. Final payment of the balance is due 30 days prior to travel. For online bookings, full payment is required at the time of the booking.

An administration fee of AU$45pp may apply to changes made after the original booking has been confirmed.

Cancellations We understand that you may have to cancel your booking after you have paid your deposit or paid in full. If you do have to cancel, please let us know in writing and if it is due to medical reasons, please send us a copy of a medical certificate. Depending on when you cancel, there are fees that will be charged. These fees are outlined on our website so make sure you familiarise yourself with them and we highly recommend that you take our travel insurance at the time of booking as most policies will cover any cancellation fees that are charged.

Travel insurance is inexpensive and may come in very handy.

Additional information All prices are in Australian Dollars and may be subject to unforeseen surcharges, blackout periods and seasonal variations. Always check your travel documentation for final prices. No refunds will be made for services you’ve booked but don’t take up once travel has commenced.

For full terms and conditions, please visit FlindersRangesOdysseys.com.au

Your Travel Agent

Enquiries and Reservations Call +61(8) 8553 0386 or visit FlindersRangesOdysseys.com.au @kangarooislandodysseys #FlindersRangesOdysseys Flinders Ranges Odysseys and Kangaroo Island Odysseys are part of the SeaLink Travel Group. SeaLinkTravelGroup.com.au ABN 69 007 122 367

Agent Bookings: Phone 1300 655 990

Printed January 2018