from $2211pp
6 Days Kakadu Splendour
Independent Tour from Darwin to Adelaide
Includes Darwin, Kakadu, Katherine and Alice Springs
Highlights & inclusions
- 2 nights at SKYCITY Darwin
- 2 day Kakadu National Park & East Alligator River tour
- 2 nights aboard The Ghan, Gold Service, Darwin to Adelaide
- Station transfers in Darwin
- 4 x breakfasts, 3 x lunches, 2 x dinners
itinerary
DAY 1: SUNDAY OR WEDNESDAY – Darwin
After making your own way to Darwin it’s time to check in to SKYCITY Darwin for your overnight stay.
DAY 2: MONDAY OR TUESDAY – Kakadu, Nourlangie Rock and Yellow Water Billabong
Kakadu is Australia’s largest national park and is a place of unrivalled natural and cultural significance. Heading deep into Kakadu National Park you’ll take a guided walk to view ancient Aboriginal rock art at Nourlangie Rock, see the famous Yellow Water Billabong where you’ll enjoy a fantastic wildlife cruise. Visit the Warradjan Cultural Centre to view the informative displays and exhibits. Stay overnight at Kakadu’s Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn. (BL)
DAY 3: TUESDAY OR FRIDAY – Ubirr Art Site, East Alligator River Cruise
This morning visit the superb rock art site at Ubirr. You also join an Aboriginal guided cruise on the East Alligator River and take in the stunning views across the Kakadu Wetlands. Visit Bowali Visitor Centre before an opportunity to take a scenic flight over the Arnhem Land escarpment (additional cost). Return to Darwin early evening where you’ll spend another night at SKYCITY Darwin. (L)
DAY 4: WEDNESDAY OR SATURDAY – The Ghan to Katherine
Now it’s time to board The Ghan and travel south to Katherine past lush, tropical scenery. You’ll stop there for around 4 hours giving you enough time to look around town or enjoy a spectacular Whistle Stop Tour† at Katherine Gorge. Then it’s time to hop back on board for your overnight journey to Alice Springs. (BLD)
DAY 5: THURSDAY OR SUNDAY – Alice Springs
After arriving in Alice Springs in the morning you’ll have time to look around town. Or if you prefer you might like to join a Whistle Stop Tour† before reboarding the train and enjoying the desert scenery as you continue your journey south overnight. (BD)
DAY 6: FRIDAY OR MONDAY – Arrive Adelaide
Enjoy one last breakfast on board before ending your holiday at Adelaide Parklands Rail Terminal. (B)
REVERSE ITINERARIES
Adelaide departs on Sunday or Wednesday.
Perth departs on Wednesday (includes two nights in Adelaide).
dates & pricing
| From | Days | Adult | Pen/CSHC | Single Supp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darwin to Adelaide or v.v Gold Service | 6 | $2923pp | $2211pp | $262pp |
| Darwin to Adelaide or v.v Platinum Service | 6 | $4001pp | $3941pp | $2834pp |
- Fares based on low season prices and are subject to change
- Valid for travel from 1st April 2012 to 31 March 2013
- Packages and prices are subject to change without notice
- Conditions: Single Room supplement obligatory if travelling alone
- Airfares not included in package price
- Whistlestop Tours are at an additional cost
- CSHC = Commonwealth Senior Health Card
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