1 day Penguin Parade and Koala Highlights tour

Before heading over the bridge to Phillip Island you will visit some of Australia's wildlife. Jump in for a swim or take a walk along the coast at Woolamai Beach before heading to the Penguin Parade at dusk. Watch in amazement as the penguins come out of the ocean and back to their homes.

Itinerary
We start the day at a fantastic wildlife park before meeting some furry Australian creatures up close.
Cuddle a baby wombat, hand feed the kangaroos and get friendly with koalas, dingoes, emus, lizards and native birds. Phillip Island is just over the bridge and the island is known for its natural beauty, sandy beaches, rugged cliffs and unique wildlife experience.
When the surf’s up at Woolamai Beach it’s really pumping; jump in for a swim or a take a walk along the coast. Stroll along the Nobbies boardwalk which runs along majestic rocky coast, which is home to a colony of fur seals.
After a short stop in the seaside township of Cowes for dinner (at own expense) we head to the penguin parade. The award-winning visitor centre is worth a visit. And then, as the day fades, you’ll witness the littlest penguins in the world emerge from the ocean and waddle onto the shore – it’s a truly magical experience

3 day Melbourne to Adelaide tour

Follow the Great Ocean Road as you travel out of Melbourne visiting the many icons along the way including the Twelve Apostles. Head inland to the Grampians National Park where you will do a number of walks before reaching Adelaide. Tour is fully accommodated for comfort and all weather travel.

Itinerary
Day 1: Melbourne via Great Ocean Road to Princetown
Our trip begins as we leave Melbourne and head through Geelong towards the coast to Torquay, with a stop to shop at Quiksilver and Rip Curl before we continue to world famous Bells Beach. Our Great Ocean Road journey begins here as we wind our way along one of the most spectacular coastal roads in Australia.
We stop to see some koalas before passing through the seaside town of Lorne on our way to Apollo Bay, where we’ll stop for lunch (own expense). Next we hit the cool temperate rainforest of the Otway National Park, spending some time at the magnificent Otway Fly, 25 metre high elevated tree top walk. We cap off the day watching the sun set over the Twelve Apostles. We’ll stay overnight in the coastal township of Princetown. (D)
Day 2: Princetown to Grampians National Park
Start the day with an optional helicopter ride over the amazing 12 Apostles or walk down the Gibson Steps to the beach to get a different angle of the limestone stacks. Next we head on to check out Loch Ard Gorge and the western end of the Great Ocean Road including London Bridge, the Bay of Martyrs and Bay of Islands. You may spot a whale or two (seasonal) at Warrnambool, where we have a stop. From here we travel through country Victoria, arriving at the magnificent Grampians National Park to the challenge of a hike to the top of the Pinnacle. The day is topped off by a walk to The Balconies and Reeds Lookout, before we get to our overnight Grampians accommodation. (BD)
Day 3: Grampians National Park to Adelaide
Get your legs working this morning with hikes at Hollow Mountain and the amazing MacKenzie Falls, where you’ll experience the breathtaking views stretching over the north of the Grampians. Leaving this magical place, we travel west, stopping for lunch at Horsham (own expense) before continuing through the agricultural region of Victoria and in to South Australia. Bordertown is home of the rare White Western Grey Kangaroos. Crossing the mighty Murray River, king of Australia’s rivers, we wind our way through the picture-pretty Adelaide Hills before arriving into Adelaide city. (B)
Price:
• 1 April 2008 to 31 March 2009 AU$395
• 1 April 2009 to 31 March 2010 AU$445 (Fuel levy included 08/09)
• Local Payment: AU$12 Fuel Levy
What's Included on Tour:
All touring, bunkhouse accommodation 2 nights, National Park entry fees and entry to the Otway Fly Tree Top Walk, 2 x Breakfasts, 2 x Dinners.

3 day Melbourne to Sydney tour

This tour takes in some of the most varied and spectacular scenery as you travel from Melbourne to Sydney. Enjoy the diversity of the coastal environment of Wilson's Promontory and Lakes Entrance before turning inland across the Snowy River alpine country. Walk to "The Roof Of Australia"! Stay at Thredbo Alpine Village and visit Canberra before arriving into Sydney.
Itinerary
Day 1: Melbourne to Lakes Entrance via Wilsons Promontory National Park
Travelling southeast of Melbourne through pastoral South Gippsland we arrive at mainland Australia’s most southern point - Wilsons Promontory National Park. Walk along gleaming beaches, hike along amazing granite rock formations and learn about coastal flora and native wildlife. You might even see emus and wombats! In the afternoon we travel to the coastal town of Lakes Entrance. Here, we’re at the Gateway to the Gippsland Lakes and Australia’s longest beach – Ninety Mile Beach. (D)
 
Day 2: Lakes Entrance to Thredbo Alpine Village
A journey from Australia’s southernmost point to Australia’s highest point! This morning we begin our journey into Snowy River Country. It’s a spectacular drive along The Barry Way, watching the Snowy River wind below. In the afternoon we climb high into the Australian Alps to the village of Thredbo (October to May). In Thredbo we catch the express chairlift towards the “Roof of Australia”. You can walk to the summit of Mt Kosciuszko, which is Australia’s highest mountain, or to the viewing point. The chairlift is your own expense, but Oz Experience gets a mega-cheap rate!
In ski season - from June to the end of September - we stay in Jindabyne. During winter, we’ve got time to play in the snow at the ski resort of Perisher/Smiggins (optional toboggan hire or snow tube at own expense).
 
Day 3: Thredbo to Sydney via Canberra
Leaving Thredbo, we pass through Cooma, learning about the historically important Snowy Hydro-Electric Scheme. Next stop is Canberra, Australia’s capital city, where the Prime Minister hangs out. We’ll take you to the top of Mt Ainslie so you can see for yourself how a custom-made capital city was built. We also do a tour of Parliament House, then check out a few embassies and see other city highlights before travelling back to Sydney. (B)
Price:
•  1 April 2008 to 31 March 2009 AU$395
• Local Payment: AU$12 Fuel Levy
• 1 April 2009 to 31 March 2010 AU$445 (Fuel levy included 09/10)

What's Included on Tour:
All touring, bunkhouse accommodation 2 nights, National Park, 2 x Breakfasts, 2 x Dinners

10 day Melbourne to Alice Springs package

Leave Melbourne and head along the Great Ocean Road and through the Grampians National Park to Adelaide. You'll have a day free with 2 nights of accommodation included in Adelaide before heading north to Australia's Red Centre via the Flinders Ranges and Uluru (Ayers Rock).

Itinerary
Day 1: Melbourne via Great Ocean Road to Princetown
Our trip begins as we leave Melbourne and head through Geelong towards the coast to Torquay, with a stop to shop at Quiksilver and Rip Curl before we continue to world famous Bells Beach. Our Great Ocean Road journey begins here as we wind our way along one of the most spectacular coastal roads in Australia. We stop to see some koalas before passing through the seaside town of Lorne on our way to Apollo Bay, where we’ll stop for lunch (own expense). Next we hit the cool temperate rainforest of the Otway National Park, spending some time at the magnificent Otway Fly, 25 metre high elevated tree top walk. We cap off the day watching the sun set over the Twelve Apostles. We’ll stay overnight in the coastal township of Princetown. (D)
Day 2: Princetown to Grampians National Park
Climb down the Gibson Steps to the beach to get a different angle of the Twelve Apostles. Next we head on to check out Loch Ard Gorge and the western end of the Great Ocean Road including London Bridge, the Bay of Martyrs and Bay of Islands. You may spot a whale or two (seasonal) at Warrnambool, where we have a stop. From here we travel through country Victoria, arriving at the magnificent Grampians National Park to the challenge of a hike to the top of the Pinnacle. The day is topped off by a walk to The Balconies and Reeds Lookout, before we get to our overnight Grampians accommodation. (BD)
Day 3: Halls Gap to Adelaide
Get your legs working this morning with hikes at Hollow Mountain and the amazing MacKenzie Falls, where you’ll experience the breathtaking views stretching over the north of the Grampians. Leaving this magical place, we travel west, stopping for lunch at Horsham (own expense) before continuing through the agricultural region of Victoria and in to South Australia. Bordertown is home of the rare White Western Grey Kangaroos. Crossing the mighty Murray River, king of Australia’s rivers, we wind our way through the picture-pretty Adelaide Hills before arriving into Adelaide city. Overnight accommodation included. (B)
Day 4: Adelaide
A FREE DAY in Adelaide to relax. Overnight dorm accommodation included. (Meals at own expense)
Day 5: Adelaide to Quorn
Leaving the city behind, we travel through the Clare Valley then on to the frontier town of Melrose where we take a short walk across a swinging bridge and enjoy panoramic views from the Mt Remarkable lookout.  Soon after we arrive in Quorn, the quaint and historical railway township nestled at the entrance to the Richman Valley.  Eat a hearty lunch, because this afternoon we hike to the summit of Dutchman's Stern for stunning 360° views of Quorn, Spencer Gulf and the Flinders Ranges! We return to Quorn where we stay two nights in private accommodation at the historical “Mill”. Get ready for tonight’s BBQ dinner – it doesn’t get any more Aussie than this! (LD)
 
Day 6: Flinders Ranges and Wilpena Pound
The Flinders Ranges has been recognised as one of Australia’s National Landscapes and today you’ll get to experience and explore this magical region!  Wilpena Pound is a natural amphitheatre located in a huge stone crater and you will spend the morning hiking and exploring its wonder! After lunch, it’s a short walk to Yourambulla Caves to view Aboriginal rock paintings.  Learn about the hardships of sheep farming in the mid 1800’s as you view the ruins of Kanyaka Homestead. As we travel back to Quorn, there’s an opportunity to spot for the shy and elusive Yellow Footed Rock Wallaby on a quiet stroll through peaceful Warren Gorge. Overnight at the Quorn “Mill”. (BLD)
 
Day 7: Quorn to Coober Pedy
It’s time to go underground! We journey north through Port Augusta and the small town of Glendambo (population 30!) and visit ancient salt lakes which are the remnants of an inland sea.  We arrive in plenty of time to check out the sites of Cooper Pedy on a town tour which includes an opal cutting demonstration and mine tour with the opportunity to try your luck ‘noodling’ for opals! Our bunkhouse for tonight is – you guessed it – underground. (BLD)
 
Day 8: Coober Pedy to Uluru
Driving through the rugged desert country, we reach Yulara in time for infamous Uluru (Ayers Rock) sunset. Tonight, lend a hand as we cook dinner at our permanent campsite then consider the option to sleep under the outback stars in a traditional ‘Aussie swag’. (BLD)
 
Day 9: Uluru to Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon
Sunrise over Uluru is magical and it’s an early start to catch it! While the morning’s fresh (and your legs are too!) take a walk around Uluru’s base (unguided), or climb to the top if you choose – however, the Anangu traditional owners prefer it if you don’t, before we take a guided interpretive walk at Mala. After visiting Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) we head to Kings Canyon, where we camp for the night. (BLD)
 
Day 10: Kings Canyon to Alice Springs
There’s a lot to explore at Kings Canyon, including the Lost City, the lush and ancient Garden of Eden and the sheer outcrops of the North and South Walls. After lunch, relax and enjoy the harsh desert scenery as we travel to Alice Springs. (BL)
Price:
• 1 April 2008 to 31 March 2009 AU$1220
• 1 April 2009 to 31 March 2010 AU$1375 (Fuel levy included 09/10)
• Local Payment: AU$25 National Park Entry Fee + AU$20 Fuel Levy
What's Included on Tour:
All touring, camping x 2 nights, 7 x nights hostel dorm accommodation (or upgrade), meals as indicated (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner) Experienced guides, accommodation transfers, Opal Mine Tour, National Park fees in South Australia and Victoria, entry to Otway Fly Tree Top Walk