Darwin

Calling all adventurers and lovers of nature! Immerse yourself into the Australian way of life while visiting three UNESCO World Heritage sites during this five-day overland program. You’ll trek through the oldest surviving tropical rainforest in world and visit the Indigenous heartland of Australia when you journey to the ‘Red Centre’ to experience the beauty of Uluru (Ayer’s Rock).

Hinweis: Any guests travelling with Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines should read further below for airline stipulations with regards to bringing this equipment on tour. This program is not suitable for guests who utilize a wheelchair or rely on walking aids due to the level of mobility required to participate in each of the activities.

DAY 1 – 20. Dezember 2022

Disembark your ship in Darwin and meet your dedicated tour guide for the next five days. Transfer to the Kakadu Air Terminal where you will embark on a 90-minute scenic flight to Kakadu where you will witness the splendor of your third UNESCO World Heritage site, Kakadu National Park from the sky. Upon landing to Cooinda Airport, you will be transferred to Yellow Water Billabong for your 90-minute cruise, keep your camera at hand as you will be sure to spot a croc or two!

Next, proceed for lunch at the Barra Bar and Bistro at Jabiru. After lunch, visit the Warradjan Cultural Centre to learn about the 40.000 years of Aboriginal occupation within the park before returning to Darwin via scenic helicopter.

Upon arrival into Darwin, transfer to your hotel for check-in and some time to refresh before joining your group for a local dinner.

DAY 2 – 21. Dezember 2022

After breakfast, check out and depart for a flight to Ayers Rock. Nach der Ankunft werden Sie in Ihr Hotel gebracht.

Following some time for lunch on your own, embark on the Mala Walk to Kantju Gorge. Your guide will highlight the ancient rock art and traditional bush tucker of the Anangu, as well as the cultural and geologic significance of this site.

Your view of the beautiful sunset will be from a special vantage point where a glass of sparkling and some nibbles will be offered to make it a special occasion.

Continue your Uluru experience with ‘A Night at Field of Light’ with dinner under the stars and views of Uluru and the infamous Field of Light; 50.000 bulbs of colored light creating a vista of beauty that can only be appreciated in person.

DAY 3 – 22. Dezember 2022

Wake up early to witness the sunrise at Uluru and see the desert come to life in the morning light.

Following your sunrise experience, you will return to the hotel for breakfast before you visit Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is traditionally owned by the Anangu, one of the world’s oldest continuous societies. Admire its remarkable red rock formations of Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kata Tjuta (the Olgas).

You will return to your hotel where the remainder of the day is at your leisure. Mittag- und Dinner in eigener Regie.

DAY 4 – 23. Dezember ,2022

An early check-out will be required this morning for your onward flight to Cairns.

Upon arrival into the Sunshine State of Queensland, transfer to your hotel for check-in and the remainder of the afternoon and evening at leisure. Mittag- und Dinner in eigener Regie.

DAY 5 – 24. Dezember 2022

Enjoy breakfast before boarding your coach for a one-hour drive to Mossman Gorge, nestled in the ancient Daintree Rainforest. Here, you will be joined by a local Aboriginal Guide for a Dreamtime walking tour. As you take in the natural beauty surrounding you and observe its wildlife, your guide will share enchanting stories that will give you a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the indigenous Kuku Yalanji people, the traditional owners of the park.

Next, you will depart for lunch at the Treehouse Restaurant at Silky Oaks Lodge in the treetops of the UNESCO World Heritage Daintree rainforest. In time you will be returned to the pier and your awaiting ship.

Landprogramm – Schritt für Schritt:

Hinweis: Die Reihenfolge der besuchten Sehenswürdigkeiten kann abweichen, um Verkehrsstaus zu vermeiden. This program is subject to flight confirmations which are beyond our control. All program details including timings and any flights indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Direktflüge können nicht garantiert werden. Final itineraries with the most up to date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team approximately 30 days before the program departure date when flight details are confirmed. Bitte sehen Sie sich Ihre finale Reiseroute genau an, falls weitere Änderungen vorgenommen wurden.

TAG 1

08:00 Uhr Disembark ship in Darwin and transfer to airport

09:00 Uhr Scenic helicopter flight to Kakadu National Park

10:45 Uhr Land and transfer to Yellow Water Billabong by vehicle

11:30 Uhr Cruise along Yellow Water Billabong

13:00 Uhr Lunch at Barra Bar and Bistro

14:00 Uhr Free time at Warraddjin Cultural Centre

15:00 Uhr Depart Cooinda on return scenic helicopter flight to Darwin

16:00 Uhr Board coach upon landing and transfer to hotel for check-in

19:00 Uhr Group dinner at local restaurant

Overnight at the Hilton Hotel or similar

TAG 2

From 06:30 Uhr Breakfast at hotel

11:00 Uhr Check-out of hotel and transfer to airport

11:30 Uhr Airport check-in

13:30 Uhr Flight from Darwin to Ayers Rock (flight details TBA and subject to change)

15:45 Uhr Transfer to hotel, check-in

17:00 Uhr Kantju Gorge and sunset tour

19:30 Uhr Field of Light Dinner Experience

Overnight at Sails in the Desert or similar

TAG 3

05:00 Uhr Sunrise tour

07:00 Uhr Breakfast at hotel

09:00 Uhr Kata Tjuta tour

12:00 Uhr Lunch, afternoon and dinner at leisure

Overnight at Sails in the Desert or similar

TAG 4

04:45 Uhr Check-out, board coach en-route to airport (boxed-breakfast to go)

05:30 Uhr Airport check-in

07:10 Uhr Flight from Ayers Rock to Cairns (flight details TBA and subject to change)

14:45 Uhr Collect luggage, board coach, hotel check-in

16:00 Uhr Evening and dinner at leisure

Overnight at Riley by Crystalbrook or similar hotel

TAG 5

06:30 Uhr Breakfast at hotel

07:45 Uhr Check-out and board coach

08:30 Uhr Transit to Mossman Gorge

10:00 Uhr Mossman Gorge Dreamtime Walk Tour

11:30 Uhr Transfer to Silky Oaks Lodge

12:00 Uhr Lunch at Treehouse Restaurant, Silky Oaks Lodge or similar venue

13:30 Uhr Return to pier

15:00 Uhr Approximate arrival time to the port and re-embark the ship

Voraussichtliches Wetter:

Daytime: 97°F or 34°C

Nighttime: 65°F or 18°C

Nights and mornings during the summer can still be cool due to the breeze therefore guests should pack appropriate clothing for cooler temperatures.

Was Sie mitbringen sollten:

Bring comfortable casual clothes and good walking shoes. You may want to include a smart pair of shorts (or skirt) with a polo short for dinner occasions, swimwear, light sweater in case it gets cooler in the evening, hat and sunscreen.

Landeswährung:

Australian Dollars. The U.S. dollar is not accepted. However, all major credit cards can be used. A credit card will be required at by the resort at check in for any incidentals.

Stromspannung:

Australia operates with 220 volts, and guests should bring an international travel adaptor for electronic devices.

Luggage information:

Guests are allowed to bring a maximum of 1 checked suitcase free of charge for the domestic flights. Maximum weight is 23 kilos (50 lbs.) One small carry-on per person that can fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you is also permitted. Guests having excess or overweight luggage will be responsible for any fees upon check in at the airports.

Carriage of Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines on internal flights per airline regulations (subject to change as each airline has their own regulations)

1. Guests must obtain a Doctor’s Certificate mentioning their medical condition and the need to carry this equipment with them on their flights.

2. The certificate should have attached a picture of the equipment with its description/specifications especially with regards to the type of batteries used (lithium/dry or any other type)

3. These documents need to be sent to the Land Program Team via Reservations at RSSC at least one month prior to travel so that our local operator can begin the notification process with the airline(s).

4. Failure to comply with the above regulations may result in a denial of this equipment at the airport for which Regent Seven Seas Cruises nor our local ground operator be responsible for.

Erforderliche Papiere und Visa:

Guests will need a visa to visit Australia and should check with their travel agent or embassy for requirements.

VERY IMPORTANT – The name on your cruise booking, passport and any visas if required, must all be exactly the same for flight ticket purchase for this program otherwise guests may be denied travel by flight. Please ensure that all documents are identical in spelling to the names provided for your cruise reservation including first, middle and last name. Manifests generated by the cruise line must match your travel documents.

Anschriften der Hotels:

Hilton Hotel Darwin

32 Mitchell St, Darwin City NT 0800, Australia

Telefon: +61 8 8982 0000

Sails in the Desert

163 Yulara Dr, Yulara NT 0872, Australia

Telefon: +61 2 8296 8010

Riley by Crystalbrook

131-141 Esplanade, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia

Telefon: +61 7 4252 7777

Im Programm enthalten:

• 1 night at the Hilton Hotel (Darwin) or similar hotel – King Room

• 2 nights at Sails in the Desert (Uluru) or similar hotel – Terrace Room

• 1 night at Riley by Crystalbrook (Cairns) or similar hotel – Panoramic Sea View room

• Economy class flights per the itinerary including 1 checked bag per guest – direct flights not guaranteed

• 4 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 2 dinners (two drinks per person included with dinner)

• Hotel porterage

• Transfers

• Tour Director to accompany the group

• Tours and entrances per the itinerary

Im Programm nicht enthalten:

• Trinkgelder für Fahrer und Fremdenführer

• Sonstige Ausgaben im Hotel, einschließlich Minibar und Zimmerservice

• Speisen oder Getränke, die oben nicht aufgeführt sind

•Excess or overweight luggage fees for the flights

Hinweis: Mehrtägige Landausflüge umfassen in der Regel ausgedehnte und längere Unternehmungen, während kürzere Ausflüge ein moderateres Programm bieten. Alle Programme sind jedoch verschieden, und die Teilnehmer sollten sich auf unterschiedliche Straßen- und Wegeverhältnisse einstellen, z. B.: Steigungen, Kopfsteinpflaster, Sand und Kies oder unbefestigte Wege. Gelegentlich wird auch Treppensteigen verlangt. Rollstuhlfahrer und Gäste mit eingeschränkter Mobilität wenden sich bitte im Voraus an die Kreuzfahrtgesellschaft und erkundigen sich, ob die gewünschten Ausflüge ganz oder nur teilweise für ihre individuelle Situation geeignet sind. Dem Wetter angemessene Kleidung, Kopfbedeckung, Sonnenbrille und flache, bequeme Wanderschuhe werden generell empfohlen.

Alle Programme an Land sind beschränkt und gelten vorbehaltlich der Verfügbarkeit. Programme, bei denen nicht die Mindestanzahl an erforderlichen Teilnehmern erreicht wird, können gestrichen werden. Die aufgelisteten Preise unterliegen Änderungen aufgrund von unerwartet eintretenden Kostensteigerungen für Transport, Landprogramme und Währungsschwankungen. Einmal erworben, ist der Preis garantiert und unterliegt keinen weiteren Änderungen. Überlandprogramme während der Kreuzfahrt sind spätestens 60 Tage vor dem Start der Kreuzfahrt zu buchen. Stornierungen, die 60 Tage oder weniger vor dem Abfahrtsdatum erfolgen, unterliegen einer Stornogebühr von 100 %.