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Sydney - Cairns Durchführung durch
OZ Experience (SÜD-NORD-Variante)
Sydney to Spot-X (zz) = obligatorisch Übernachtung!
East Coast, here we come! It’s out of the
city nice and early heading to the mid
North Coast of New South Wales with hopoff
options at Pt Macquarie, Nambucca
Heads and Coffs Harbour. Our overnight
stop is at Spot-X, which is surfer talk for
a great surfing spot. Want to stay longer?
Talk to your driver about booking in.
Spot-X to Byron Bay (zz)
Surf’s up! Its time for your included 3-hour
surf lesson – all gear supplied: wetsuits,
surfboards, professional surf instructors,
water, sunshine and lots of fun. Surfing
can be addictive so you might not want to
leave the tranquil and uncrowded Spot-X
surf beaches. For those continuing the
short distance north to Byron Bay, we leave
around midday.
Byron Bay to Gold Coast
Wave goodbye to beautiful Byron Bay and
cross the border into Queensland. Our
first drop-off point is Surfers Paradise on
the Gold Coast: golden sands, theme
parks, and great bars and clubs. It’s a lot of
high-rise buildings, but it’s a lot of fun. Try it
out for a couple of days yourself and see…
Gold Coast to Brisbane
We roll into Brisbane (Queensland’s
capital) just before lunch time for pick ups
and drop offs. It’s a laid back city, and a
great place to stop and look for work.
Brisbane to Noosa
Leaving Brisbane in the rear view mirror, we
head north to the sunny Sunshine Coast.
We pass the Glass House Mountains,
the name of which will be fully explained
by your guide, before arriving in Noosa to
drop-off and pick-up more Oz Experience
beachgoers. On the way we take a break
at Wildhorse Mountain National Park for a
walk and panoramic views of the Sunshine
Coast area.
Noosa to Rainbow Beach (zz)
Rainbow Beach is the shortcut to Fraser
Island so the best place to start your
guided or self-drive four wheel drive island
adventure. We think the really cool thing
about Rainbow is that once you’re back
from Fraser Island there’s more stuff to
do. Rainbow’s got beaches, great natural
attractions like the Carlo Sand Blow and
the coloured cliffs and even dolphin
feeding (optional). Hop off the bus here for
an exclusive Oz Experience cultural walk
around the local area.
Rainbow Beach to Hervey Bay
It’s an early start today for those either
taking the dolphin feeding cruise (optional);
or heading over to Fraser Island (optional).
For those continuing their journey north
we board the bus for Hervey Bay for hostel
drop-offs and pickups.
Hervey Bay to Childers and Bundaberg
If its cash you need then the fruit-picking
towns of Bundaberg or Childers may be
your next stop. Its hard work, but money
doesn’t grow on trees. Bundaberg is also
famous for an Aussie brand of rum called
Bundaberg Rum (or Bundy as the locals
call it).
Bundaberg to Town of 1770 (zz)
If by now you’re feeling a little tired and in
need of a holiday within your holiday then
Town of 1770 is the place to stop. 1770 is
special: the activities don’t cost much, the
beaches are great, the people are friendly
and it’s that ideal place to chill out and
recharge your batteries before heading to
Far North Queensland. We recommend
a few days.
Town of 1770 to Kroombit Cattle Station (zz)
Leaving 1770 we travel west to coal, cattle
and goat country. From the sea and sand
we head to the dust and dirt. There’s a
local payment to cover bush dinner, bunk
accommodation and breakfast. We arrive
in Kroombit for lunch (own expense) and
then enjoy the original and world famous
(in Kroombit) Goat Rodeo. Don’t go to
bed before cracking a whip and having a
ride on the mechanical bull! Kroombit is a
great taste of life in the Australian outback.
A goat muster on horseback is optional at
own expense.
Kroombit to Sarina
Back to the ocean today, to the sailing
paradise known as the Whitsunday Islands.
Along the way we stop for a game of
barefoot lawn bowls at the Sarina Lawn
Bowling Club. Your guide will show you
how it’s done!
Sarina to Airlie Beach (zz)
There are a few more miles to cover before
our evening arrival into Airlie Beach. For
the next 2-3 days most of you will say
goodbye Oz Bus and hello sunshine and
sailing boats …a highlight of the east coast
trip. One we hope you remember after the
traditional end-of-sailing party.
Airlie Beach to Townsville / Magnetic Island (zz)
Today we travel via Bowen, which is a
great place to stop and earn some money
picking fruit or vegetables. You can stay
in Townsville or travel over to Magnetic
Island with the guide (at own expense).
And why not: it is the sunniest spot on the
Queensland coast with more than 320
sunny days a year! And our chosen hostel
is right on the beach. You’ll think you’ve
landed in paradise. Get out for some
hikes or try and spot koalas in their natural
habitat. Look out for the full-moon parties at
base backpackers.
Magnetic Island / Townsville to Mission Beach
We’re heading towards the lush rainforests
of Far North Queensland. As we leave
Townsville, the mountains grow higher
and the forests greener. We drive into
Mission Beach, which is one great place
to stay over for a few days. The beaches
are superb. Relax or go skydiving or white
water rafting (optional). If you’re lucky you’ll
see a Cassowary, these are seriously big
birds with attitude to match.
Mission Beach to Cairns
An easy afternoon section completes
your Oz EX trip. But not before we stop
in Innisfail to visit some seriously big bad
crocodiles (optional). Get right up close to
these remarkable reptiles. But not too close
because we want you to get to Cairns fit
and ready for some amazing experiences.
This place is the gateway to the Great
Barrier Reef one of the seven natural
wonders of the world; and the Daintree at
Cape Tribulation, the world’s oldest living
rainforest. Don’t forget to visit the legendary
Woolshed Bar.
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Cairns - Sydney Durchführung durch
OZ Experience (NORD-SÜD-Variante)
Cairns to Mission Beach
East Coast, here we come! First stop is
Babinda Boulders, these are seriously big
rocks! We then head to Innisfail to visit
some very big and very bad crocodiles
(optional). Mission Beach is next, it’s a
great place to stay for a few days. The
beaches are superb. Relax or go skydiving
or white water rafting (optional). If you’re
lucky you’ll see a Cassowary.
Mission Beach to Townsville / Magnetic Island (zz)
You can stay in Townsville or travel over
to Magnetic Island (320 sunny days per
year) with the guide (optional). Get out for
some hikes or try and spot koalas in their
natural habitat.
Townsville to Airlie Beach (zz)
We travel via Bowen, a great place to
stop and earn some money picking fruit
or veggies. In Airlie you’ll probably say
goodbye Oz Bus and hello sunshine and
sailing boats for a few days. Don’t forget
to book your bus out of Airlie before you
set sail!
Airlie Beach to Sarina
We say farewell to Airlie Beach and head to
the Sarina Bowling Club to play bare-foot
lawn bowls. Your guide will show you how!
Sarina to Kroombit Cattle Station (zz)
Leaving the coast we travel into the
outback and our overnight stop at
Kroombit. There’s a local payment to cover
bush dinner, bunk accommodation and
breakfast. Don’t go to bed before cracking
a whip and having a go at the mechanical
bull ride!
Kroombit to Hervey Bay
We don’t leave the station until we get
on the horses and round up the goats
(optional activity). Then be part of a real-life
mini-rodeo which is loads of laughs and
included in your pass. Stay behind for more
of the cattle station or get back on the bus
to Hervey Bay and Rainbow Beach. Along
the way you may wish to get off the bus to
visit the Town of 1770 for a few days.
Hervey Bay to Rainbow Beach (zz)
Rainbow Beach is the shortcut to Fraser
Island so the best place to start your
guided or self-drive four wheel drive island
adventure. After Fraser, there’s so much
to do at Rainbow: beaches, great natural
attractions like the Carlo Sand Blow,
coloured cliffs and even dolphin feeding.
Rainbow Beach is a laid back beach town
that some say was like Byron Bay 20 years
ago. Be sure to get off the bus and take
the Oz EX cultural walk (included) and
dolphin feeding cruise (optional).
Rainbow Beach to Noosa
After a few back roads we’re onto the
highway and it’s not long before we turn
for the Sunshine Coast and a stop in the
holiday spot of Noosa.
Noosa to Brisbane
The Glass House Mountains, remnants of
active volcanoes from times past. Sailing
past in 1770, Captain Cook saw them and
thought they looked like Glass Houses in
his home of Yorkshire: Active Volcanoes or
an overactive imagination?
Brisbane to Gold Coast
Our first drop-off point is Surfers Paradise
on the Gold Coast: golden sands, theme
parks, and great bars and clubs. It’s a lot of
high-rise buildings, but it’s a lot of fun. Try it
out for a couple of days yourself and see.
Gold Coast to Byron Bay (zz)
South and across the border into New
South Wales and Byron Bay; a great
beachside town with a cool vibe and
interesting locals. We’re sure you’ll love
it and want to stay longer. Enjoy! Take a
cheap day tour to Nimbin, town of happy
hippies.
Byron Bay to Spot-X (zz)
Today is a short journey to Spot-X for our
afternoon surf lesson. Surf’s up! Its time for
your included 3-hour surf lesson – all gear
supplied: wetsuits, surfboards, professional
surf instructors, water, sunshine and lots
of fun. Surfing can be addictive so you
might not want to leave the tranquil and
uncrowded Spot-X surf beaches.
Spot-X to Sydney
We get up early today for the journey to
Australia’s largest city. Stay longer if you
reckon surfing’s your thing and you’re not
quite ready for the big smoke! It’s a cruisy
day with lots of bush, cool tunes and a
coastal lunch stop before we reach Sydney
late in the afternoon.
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Red Center Safari 2 Tage
Alice Springs – Kings Canyon –Uluru (zz) = obligatorisch Übernachtung!
You’ll see why it’s called the ‘Red Centre’
as you travel to Kings Canyon. Get some
exercise today; we hike the full rim of the
canyon. See the North and South Walls,
the Amphitheatre, Lost City and Garden
of Eden. Then we’re back on the road, get
ready for your first view of Uluru (Ayers
Rock). Camp at Ayers Rock Campground.
Uluru to Alice Springs
Sunrise at Uluru is worth the early start
then take a walk part way around it’s base!
Get up close to the red domes of Kata
Tjuta (the Olgas) then drive back to Alice
Springs. (This safari is included in the
Whipper Snapper pass.)
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Alice Springs – Kings Canyon – Uluru (zz) = obligatorisch Übernachtung!
You’ll see how ‘red’ it is in the ‘Centre’
as we drive to Kings Canyon. Get some
exercise today; we hike the full rim of the
canyon. See the North and South Walls,
the Amphitheatre, Lost City and Garden
of Eden. Then we’re back on the road, get
ready for your first view of Uluru (Ayers
Rock). We camp at a private campgound
at Ayers Rock Resort.
Uluru and Kata Tjuta (zz)
Sunrise at Uluru is worth the early start!
Walk part way around the base and check
out the Cultural Centre. Get up close to the
red domes of Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) and
sip a glass of ‘Aussie’ bubbly as you watch
the Uluru sunset. We camp at a private
campgound at Ayers Rock Resort.
Uluru to Coober Pedy (zz)
We go underground today, travelling south
through the rugged desert country into
South Australia to Coober Pedy. Stay in an
underground bunkhouse tonight.
Coober Pedy to Quorn (zz)
Check out the sights of Coober Pedy
on a town tour, see an opal cutting
demonstration and have a go at ‘noodling’
for opals! Further south there’s ancient
salt lakes which are remnants of an inland
sea and the bus refuels at Glendambo
(population 30). Quorn is an historical
railway township and we stay for two nights
at the “Mill”.
Flinders and Wilpena Pound (zz)
Hike and explore Wilpena Pound; one
of Australia’s National Landscapes! View
Aboriginal rock paintings at Yourambulla
Caves and learn about the hardships
of sheep farming in the mid 1800’s at
Kanyaka Homestead. Keep your eye out
for wildlife!
Quorn to Adelaide
Hike to the summit of Dutchman’s Stern
for stunning 360° views of Quorn, Spencer
Gulf and the Flinders Ranges! Near the
frontier township of Melrose we take
a short walk across a swinging bridge
and enjoy panoramic views from the Mt
Remarkable lookout. Our last stop is the
Clare Valley before arriving into Adelaide.
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Adelaide to Grampians National Park (zz) = obligatorisch Übernachtung!
Cross the Murray River and pass through
small country towns. Hike the Grampians,
including Hollow Mountain, MacKenzie
Falls and sunset views from The Balconies
and Reeds Lookout. Stay in private multishare
accommodation near Halls Gap.
Grampians National Park to Great Ocean Road (zz)
Hike to the Pinnacle, it’s a challenge but
worth it! Travel south to the coast and
Warrnambool and the start of the Great
Ocean Road. There’s a lot to see: the Bay
of Islands, Bay of Martyrs, London Bridge
and Loch Ard Gorge then sunset at the
Twelve Apostles – gorgeous!
Great Ocean Road to Melbourne
Take a helicopter ride over the amazing
Twelve Apostles (optional) or climb down
the Gibson Steps to the beach. Walk in the
tree tops at the Otway Fly (entry included)
and spot for koalas near Lorne. Check out
the surf at world famous Bells Beach and
the surf shops at Torquay.
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Melbourne to Wilsons Promontory
National Park and Lakes Entrance (zz) = obligatorisch Übernachtung!
Spend a lot of today exploring Wilsons
Promontory National Park, mainland
Australia’s most southerly point. Gleaming
beaches, stunning ocean views, granite
rock formations and loads of coastal flora
and native wildlife. You might even see
emus and wombats! Stay in multi-share
accommodation at Lakes Entrance.
Lakes Entrance to Thredbo
Alpine Village* (zz)
From Australia’s southern most point to
Australia’s highest point! The Barry Way
is an exciting journey with views of the
Snowy River below. We climb high into the
Australian Alps to the village of Thredbo.
Grab your hiking boots and cameras;
we’re going to the “Roof of Australia”.
There’s a chairlift (seasonal) express
up the mountain! You can walk to the
summit of Australia’s highest mountain, Mt
Kosciuszko, or to the viewing point. *In ski
season (Jun-Sep) we stay in Jindabyne
and during winter, have time to play in the
snow at the ski resort of Perisher/Smiggins
(optional toboggan hire or snow tube at
own expense).
Thredbo Alpine Village to Sydney via Canberra
We pass through Cooma, learning about
the Snowy Hydro-Electric Scheme and our
next stop is Canberra, Australia’s capital
city, where the Prime Minister hangs
out. Check out Parliament House, a few
embassies and other city highlights before
travelling on to Sydney.
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Big Croc 3 Tage
Darwin to Mary River (zz) = obligatorisch Übernachtung!
Swim and hike at Litchfield, see the
massive termite mounds and waterfalls!
Learn about Aboriginal bush tucker from
Traditional Owners, have a go at playing
the ‘didge’ and throwing a spear! Spot
for crocs and other wildlife on a private
river cruise at the Mary River Wetlands.
Overnight camp.
Mary River to Kakadu (zz)
Discover ancient Aboriginal rock art at
Ubirr, then clamber to the top of a rocky
lookout for fabulous views over the Nardab
floodplain. Hike into Maguk (Barramundi
Gorge), for a swim in the plunge pools. We
camp overnight in Kakadu.
Kakadu to Darwin
Some 4WD action today. Jim Jim Falls is
our first stop, then see spectacular Twin
Falls – we get there on a boat and along
the boardwalk (seasonal). Farewell to
Kakadu and travel back to Darwin.
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Big Rock 3 Tage
Alice Springs to Kata Tjuta & Uluru (zz) = obligatorisch Übernachtung!
Kick off your adventure on top of a
camel (own expense)! Then we’re off
to Uluru (Ayers Rock). Get up close to
the red domes of Kata Tjuta as you hike
through the Valley of the Winds. You’ll be
mesmerised as the desert sun sets over
Uluru. Camp at Ayers Rock Campground.
Uluru to Kings Canyon (zz)
It’s an early start but sunrise over Uluru is
worth it! Walk part way around the massive
base and check out the Culture Centre
before travelling to Kings Canyon to camp.
Kings Canyon to Alice Springs
You’ll need your hiking boots to explore
the full Kings Canyon rim. You’ll see the
Amphitheatre, the Lost City, the lush and
ancient Garden of Eden and the North and
South Walls. Then relax as we drive back to
Alice Springs.
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Tassie Devil
Hobart to Strahan (zz) = obligatorisch Übernachtung!
Mount Field National Park is a great way to
start the Tassie Devil adventure and you’ll
see Russell Falls and take the Tall Trees
walk. At Lake St Clair you’ll see Australia’s
deepest lake and at Strahan, hike and
explore the Franklin Gordon National Park.
Stay in private multi-share accommodation
in Strahan.
Strahan to Cradle Mountain Region (zz)
Strahan’s history is pining, mining and
convicts! There’s free time this morning,
with options galore. Take a stroll or a bike
ride (free) along the foreshore or up the
Water Tower Hill. Have fun on a quad bike
at the Henty Sand Dunes (optional extra).
See the ‘Silver City’ of Zeehan then drive
to ‘Cradle Region’ to stay in multi-share
accommodation.
Cradle Mountain to Devonport (zz)
Discover World Heritage Cradle Mountain
National Park. Take a guided walk around
Dove Lake, or challenge yourself with a
more strenuous hike (unguided) to view
Cradle Mountain. Stay in private multi-share
accommodation in Devonport.
Devonport to Bicheno (zz)
St Columbus Falls are pretty special, then
have a swim or walk along the white sands
at the Bay of Fires. Stay tonight in Bicheno
with an option to see little penguins
nesting (additional cost).
Bicheno to Pt Arthur (zz)
Freycinet National Park is a stunner, as
is Wineglass Bay. Choose to hike to
Wineglass Beach via the lookout or for
those more adventurous; a hike to the top
of Mount Amos. We’re in convict territory
tonight. Take a spine chilling Port Arthur
Ghost Tour for a glimpse into the historic
past of this penal colony (additional cost).
Pt Arthur to Hobart
Further explore the infamous Port Arthur
Historic Site and take a boat cruise around
the harbour (included). Next, we visit
Remarkable Cave and a range of other
sites on the Tasman Peninsula as we travel
on to Hobart.
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