Price per person sharing:
Ex JNB: R 15 850.00
Ex DUR: R 17 770.00
EX CPT: R 18 010.00
Valid from 04 October to 21 November 2008
The dramatic coast
between Sydney and Melbourne is one of Australia's most stunning touring
routes and takes in national parks, beautiful surf beaches and pristine
lakes along the way. Call in at historic towns and quiet fishing villages
where you'll always find seafood and local produce on the menu. Surf the
breakers, dive wrecks and set sail on the way. You may even spot migrating
whales, seals, sea birds and dolphins.
Itinerary:
DAY 1 SYDNEY - BATEMANS BAY (274
kms)
Pick up your rental car at the Sydney Airport. Depart Sydney and travel
south on the Princes Highway through the city of Wollongong to reach the
pretty coastal town of Kiama. A stop here is worthwhile to view the Blow
Hole. A stop is also suggested at the delightful little town of Berry,
further south of Kiama. From Berry you may wish to make a short detour
inland to view scenic Minnamurra Falls and take a stroll through the
rainforest here. Departing Berry, continue south on the Princes Highway
through the town of Nowra. From Nowra a detour to the coast to visit
beautiful Jervis Bay is recommended. Departing Nowra, continue through the
townshipe of Ulladulla to reach Batemans Bay. This drive is approximately
240km without detours from the Princes Highway.
DAY 2 BATEMANS BAY - EDEN (205 kms)
Depart Batemans Bay and continue travelling south along the Princes Highway,
passing through the pretty coastal resort town of Narooma. At the town of
Tilba Tilba (just south of Narooma), a short detour to the pretty holiday
and fishing township of Bermagui is suggested.
Returning to the Princes Highway, pass through the town of Bega to arrive
at Eden. This drive is approximately 245 km.
DAY 3 EDEN - LAKES ENTRANCE (240 kms)
Depart Eden on the Princes Highway and travel via the towns of Bellbird
Creek, Orbost and Nowa Nowa to arrive at your overnight accommodation in
Lakes Entrance. This drive is approximately 240 km via the Princes Highway.
DAY 4 LAKES ENTRANCE
A full day to explore Lakes Entrance. In Lakes Entrance itself, the
information centre, located on the corner of Marine Parade and the Princes
Highway, is a good starting point for an investigation of the town and the
general area. There are free tourist drive brochures, arts and crafts, maps,
souvenirs and national park information.
DAY 5 LAKES ENTRANCE - MORNINGTON PENINSULA (364 kms)
Depart Lakes Entrance today and travel via the Princes Highway through the
towns of Bairnsdale, Sale and Traralgon to Morwell. At Morwell, join the
Strzelecki Highway and travel to the town of Leongatha, where you join the
South Gippsland Highway and travel to the town of Tooradin. At Tooradin,
join the Baxter - Tooradin Road and travel to the town of Baxter. Turn left
onto the Moorooduc Highway. Follow this road all the way towards Portsea and
Sorrento. As you come to the coast road you will drive through Rosebud,
Tootgarook and onto. This drive is approximately 364km.
DAY 6 MORNINGTON PENINSULA - MELBOURNE (80Kms)
There will be plenty of time this morning to explore the many fascinating
attractions that abound on this scenic peninsula before heading to
Melbourne. There are plenty of bush and coastal walks that can be taken. You
may wish to visit one of the eighty vineyards and wineries here, enjoy a day
on one of the beautiful surfing beaches at nearby Portsea and Sorrento.
Leaving Rye today, join the Nepean Highway and travel north past the town
Frankston for the final leg of your journey to Melbourne. Set your vehicle
down at either Melbourne city or the airport car rental depot. This drive is
approximately 80km
End of Tour
Package Includes:
Return Economy class airfare from Johannesburg to
Sydney, returning from Melbourne,
6 Days Car hire including insurances and unlimited free
mileage,
1 night accommodation in a 3 star hotel in Bateman's Bay,
1 night accommodation in a 3 star hotel in Eden,
2 nights accommodation in a 3 star hotel in Lake
Entrance,
1 night accommodation in a 3 star hotel in Rosebud
Package Excludes:
Meals
All items of a personal nature
Any and all services not mentioned in inclusion
PLEASE NOTE:
Valid on period specified - rates for other periods available on request.
Subject to airfare increases/exchange rate fluctuations and availability
