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Last Frontier


Darwin to Perth

Trip Code: TWS18
18 Days
From $8,395 USD pp  |  From $11,395 CAD pp

Trip Overview


18 days, 33 meals. Discover the bronzed landscapes of Australia’s Top End, from Katherine to the Kimberley. Before tracing the rugged beauty of the coral coast where you’ll encounter Indigenous rock art, dolphins and historic mining towns along the way.

Departure Dates





2023 Dates:



 

13-May-23, 23-May-23
05-Jun-23, 24-Jun-23
17-Jul-23, 25-Jul-23
05-Aug-23, 04-Sep-23
16-Sep-23

 





2024 Dates:



 

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Your Vacation Includes


 
  • 17 nights in premium accommodation
 
  • Services of a Travelmarvel Tour Director and Driver
 
  • 33 meals - 17 breakfasts, one lunch and 15 dinners
 
  • Visit El Questro Wilderness Park
  • Embark on a cruise over World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef
 
  • Savour a seafood dinner at Monkey Mia
 
  • Unwind during a wildlife cruise on Shark Bay
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Itinerary

This vacation is operated by Travelmarvel, part of the award winning APT Travel Group, Australia’s largest locally-owned Travel company, with a commitment to service and innovation, and a focus on the safety and wellbeing of guests. Travelmarvel delivers premium journeys at exceptional value.

Designed
Exclusively
for APT guests

SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE

These once-in-a-lifetime moments allow you to experience an unforgettable world of exclusive moments, incredible cultures and charming surprises
 

FREEDOM OF CHOICE™

Give your holiday a personal touch with a choice of included sightseeing or dining options
 


DAY
1

 


Arrive Darwin

Today marks the beginning of your Last Frontier adventure. On arrival in Darwin, you’ll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Later this afternoon, you’ll enjoy a guided tour of Darwin including a visit to the fascinating Royal Flying Doctor Service Tourist Facility. Tonight, get to know your fellow travellers during a Welcome Dinner.


Stay: Travelodge Darwin

Meals:  • Dinner


DAY
2

 


Darwin, Katherine

Early this morning, travel to Adelaide River and remember fallen soldiers at the heritage-listed Adelaide River War Cemetery. After having time to explore, head to Nitmiluk Gorge and embark on a guided cruise. Afterwards, continue on to the famous remote town of Katherine.


Stay:  Contour Hotel Katherine

Meals:  • Breakfast  • Dinner


DAY
3

 


Katherine, Kununurra

Departing Katherine, you’ll cross the border into Western Australia. Head to Kununurra and undertake a town tour.


Stay:  Kununurra, Kununurra Country Club Resort or similar

Meals:  • Breakfast  • Dinner


DAY
4

 
Kununurra, Ord River, Lake Argyle, El Questro Wilderness Park/Home Valley Station

This morning, join a wildlife cruise along the iconic Ord River. Then, see Lake Argyle, a huge freshwater lake known to many as the Jewel of the Kimberley, before travelling the Gibb River Road into El Questro Wilderness Park / Home Valley Station.


Stay:  Two Nights, El Questro, Emma Gorge Resort, tented cabins with ensuites or Home Valley Station

Meals:  • Breakfast  • Dinner


DAY
5

 


El Questro Wilderness Park/Home Valley Station 

INSIDER EXPERIENCE

Set off on a relaxing cruise of Chamberlain Gorge and learn about the region’s diverse flora and fauna, including the cheeky, spitting archerfish, as you cruise one of the Kimberley’s longest gorge systems.


 



Head to Zebedee Springs and take a dip in the natural thermal pools. Then, set off on a guided cruise along Chamberlain Gorge, where the river carves a path through the sheer rock face. Later, perhaps walk to Emma Gorge.


Meals:  • Breakfast  • Dinner


DAY
6

 
El Questro Wilderness Park/Home Valley Station, Wyndham, Halls Creek

Visit Wyndham this morning, before marveling at the scenery as you travel through the breathtaking Kimberley landscapes on the way to Halls Creek. Enjoy staying in the heart of the remote Kimberley region.


Stay: Halls Creek, Kimberley Hotel

Meals:  • Breakfast  • Dinner


DAY
7

 


Halls Creek, Geikie Gorge, Fitzroy Crossing

Travel along the Great Northern Highway to sublime Geikie Gorge. On a cruise, see how flooding has created a fascinating bleached effect on the limestone walls. Continue to beautiful and remote township of Fitzroy Crossing, set on the banks of the magnificent Fitzroy River.


Stay:  Fitzroy Crossing, Fitzroy River Lodge

Meals:  • Breakfast  • Dinner


DAY
8

 


Fitzroy Crossing, Broome

Skirt along the southern edge of the Kimberley region on the way to the beaches of Broome. Enjoy a guided tour of this historic pearling town and discover its fascinating history. Broome is sure to delight.


Stay:  Two Nights, Oaks Broome

Meals:  • Breakfast  • Dinner


DAY
9

 


Broome

Today is yours to spend at leisure in Broome. Perhaps go for a stroll through town or relax on the white sands of Cable Beach. This evening, you might like to take a sunset camel ride along the beach (own expense).


Meals:  • Breakfast  


DAY
10

 


Broome, Great Sandy Desert, Port Hedland 

Farewell Broome and travel through the vast Great Sandy Desert today to Port Hedland, a bustling town surrounded by natural beauty.


Stay:  Hospitality Port Hedland 

Meals:  • Breakfast  • Dinner


DAY
11

 


Port Hedland, Karijini National Park

Set off from Port Hedland today and journey inland over the remote and rugged landscapes of Karijini National Park. Karijini is Western Australia’s second largest national park and is filled with sheer gorges and cascading waterfalls.


Stay:  Two Nights, Karijini Eco Retreat

Meals:  • Breakfast  • Lunch  • Dinner


DAY
12

 


Tom Price, Karijini National Park

This morning you’ll visit the remote mining town of Tom Price, nestled deep in the Hamersley Range. Here, enjoy a tour of the Tom Price Mine before returning to Karijini. This afternoon, experience the beauty of the park on visits to the stunning oases of Joffre Falls and Dales Gorge, where crystal-clear water and vibrant rock amphitheatres provide a haven in the outback setting.


Meals:  • Breakfast  • Dinner


DAY
13

 


Karijini National Park, Exmouth

Travelling west from Karijini National Park, you’ll pass through the striking ancient outback landscapes of the Pilbara. Spectacular, sparsely populated, and containing evidence of both the world’s oldest pre-historic lifeforms and oldest continuous living culture, the Pilbara is a privilege to explore. Admire the scenery during your journey to the scenic town of Exmouth.


Stay:  Two Nights, Exmouth, Potshot Hotel

Meals:  • Breakfast  • Dinner


DAY
14

 


Ningaloo Reef Marine Park, Exmout

ENHANCE YOUR JOURNEY

Delve beneath the surface and swim with the mighty whale sharks at Ningaloo Reef (seasonal and additional expense - enquire for details).


 



INSIDER EXPERIENCE

Cruise the spectacular Ningaloo Reef and view the forests of soft coral and tropical fish.

Visit the World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Marine Park for today’s Insider Experience. Continue to Vlamingh Head for stunning views of Western Australia’s coastline and the North West Cape.



Meals:  • Breakfast  


DAY
15

 


Exmouth, Monkey Mia  

INSIDER EXPERIENCE

Savour a seafood dinner at Monkey Mia.


 



INSIDER EXPERIENCE

Enjoy the stunning location of Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort.

Set out for World Heritage-listed Shark Bay and enjoy today’s Insider Experiences.



Stay:  Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort

Meals:  • Breakfast  • Dinner


DAY
16

 


Monkey Mia, Kalbarri

INSIDER EXPERIENCE

Unwind during a wildlife cruise on Shark Bay.


 



Start today with a magical dolphin encounter at the daily feeding experience (subject to appearance). Enjoy the chance to stand on the sand within metres of these friendly creatures. Following today’s sensational Insider Experience on the bay, visit Hamelin Pool to view some of the world’s oldest living fossils. Later, continue to the sleepy seaside town of Kalbarri.


Stay:  Kalbarri Edge Resort

Meals:  • Breakfast  • Dinner


DAY
17

 
Kalbarri, Nambung National Park, The Pinnacles, Perth

Enjoy the Kalbarri Skywalk this morning, taking in incredible views of the spectacular Murchison River Gorge and surrounding area. Travel to Nambung National Park to see the spectacular Pinnacles rise out of the desert sand. Then continue to Perth, where you’ll enjoy a special Farewell Dinner.


Stay:  Crowne Plaza Perth

Meals:  • Breakfast  • Dinner


DAY
18

 


Depart Perth

After a tour of Perth today, you’ll transfer to the airport for your onward flight.After a tour of Perth today, you’ll transfer to the airport for your onward flight.


Meals:  • Breakfast  


 

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