Witness nature's awakening with over 280 spring tours across Oceania in January 2001. Perfect weather, blooming landscapes, and comfortable temperatures make this ideal for exploration, backed by 1,300 spring travelers.
Absolute banger of a time! I've always wanted to go to Australia for many years now and going with Contiki, especially with on the North Queensland to Uluru, was totally worth it! I couldn't speak for the sailing version of the trip, but the land stay in Airlie beach was really a nice bit. I would recommend going in the drier seasons because it rained and was quite windy during our stay in Queensland but nonetheless, a really exciting opportunity for everyone. If it's your first time going to Australia like it was for me, this is absolutely the trip to go, as you'll be seeing the natural highlights of the continent!
BeachChill outCity sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Uluru Kata-Tjuta National Park
Uluru Kata-Tjuta National Park, Airlie Beach, Uluru, Magnetic Island, Cairns
As always with Kings the tour director Margate and coach driver Mark both did excellent jobs. The accommodation as always was very good, the food was also very good. I would recommend AAT Kings to anyone wanting a great experience
Local cultureNational parks
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Perth, Geraldton, Monkey Mia, Ka
Perth, Geraldton, Monkey Mia, Kalbarri, Wave Rock, Kalgoorlie, Esperance, Albany, Margaret River, Fremantle
Me and my sister traveled to Australia togrther. We had been talking about going to Australia for years, and when we finally found this tour, it felt like the perfect fit. It had all the major places we wanted to see Sydney, Cairns, the Great Barrier Reef.
Sydney was amazing. We loved walking around Circular Quay, seeing the Opera House and taking the ferry to Manly Beach. The harbor views are something else.
What we really liked was that the group was small. It made everything easier and more relaxed. We ended up making a few friends from Canada and we still keep in touch on WhatsApp. The guide was friendly and gave us just the right amount of information without overloading us.
The hotels were comfortable and in good locations.
For the price, I think it was really worth it. You get so much in one trip and don’t have to worry about the logistics.
Consistantly good with the accommodation and sights as well.
Good weather, good time of year.
People on the trip were friendly.
Bus driver and guide were most helpful and friendly
Natural landmarks sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Auckland, Christchurch, Queensto
Auckland, Christchurch, Queenstown, Franz Josef, Rotorua, Wellington, Picton, Omarama, Dunedin, Te Anau
It was a wonderful trip with Dave and Terry
Beyond expectations!
Thanks so much to them and all the hosts and hostesses of accommodation along the way and the off bus experiences staffers too
Thanks
Eve and Max
City sightseeingWildlife
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Resort, Hotel, Lodge, Tent
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Broome, Darwin, Darwin, Uluru an
Broome, Darwin, Darwin, Uluru and Northern Territory, Fitzroy Crossing, Halls Creek, Emma Gorge, El Questro Wilderness Park, Kununurra, Katherine Region
I must say that I throughly enjoyed my South Western Escape tour with AAT Kings bus company. Why, you say? Well… let’s start with the people they employ. People like Margaret, our tour guide and Mark, our driver. Such professional people who ensure the comfort and quality of the tour is their number one priority. Nothing was too big or small a request for these two to get right in there and give a helping hand. Then there’s the bus itself! Modern, clean and comfortable, with wide windows for picture taking and I shouldn’t forget the charging ports on board. Videos that relate to particular steps are shown to increase your awareness of what is coming up.
Great accomodation, comfortable, clean, that are well positioned in the towns and cities you visit. There is a variety of meals to be had and every one of them were of a good standard and quality. Lastly, and it is by no means last, is the itinerary, which is really the reason that you wanted to go in the first place. Everything down to the last item is timed perfectly and meticulously planned. The information provided is most interesting and I found myself listening with baited breathe. There’s only one thing wrong that I can mention and that’s the last evening meal together. It means that you have to say good bye to the friends you’ve made along the way. However, sometimes, like me, you may meet up again with them on the next AAT trip that you take!
Don’t wait, join an AAT Kings bus holiday today as you’ll never be this young again in your life! I did and I had a ball.
Mrs. Elisabeth MacPherson.
BeachCity sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Perth, Fremantle, Wave Rock, Kal
Perth, Fremantle, Wave Rock, Kalgoorlie, Esperance, Albany, Margaret River
My wife and I have been on several trips with the Trafalgar group (AAT Kings / Insight / Trafalgar). We have not had a bad experience yet. The travel directors were like personal concierges to us. Our travel directors, Tony and Marty, were fantastic people. Funny, professional and helpful. Bus drivers were excellent, optional experiences were great. We look forward to going on future tours with the Trafalgar group.
Natural landmarks sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Melbourne, Christchurch, Queenst
Melbourne, Christchurch, Queenstown, Auckland, Rotorua, Milford Sound, Lake Tekapo, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Sydney
Great trip. The guide was great, the driver did a great job and the people themselves were friendly and accommodating. The first picture below is with the guide Chantzee after we walked up "the steepest street in the world" in Dunedin, Baldwin street, the second is of Milford Sound.
GlaciersCity sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Auckland, Christchurch, Wellingt
Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington, Rotorua, Franz Josef, Queenstown, Te Anau, Dunedin, Omarama, Picton
It was a trip of a lifetime for me , i enjoyed it so much, all the people on the coach were very nice including Nathen the director and Stu the driver i was treated like family, and we learnt such a lot about the diffrent places that we went through, and the plane trip was outof thisworld seeing all that snow on top of the alps.
I would love to go again on the same trip same director and same driver.
Thank you again Nathen and Stu for looking after me like you did
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Christchurch, Wellington, Nelson
Christchurch, Wellington, Nelson, Omarama, Dunedin, Invercargill, Stewart Island, Queenstown, Franz Josef, Punakaiki
The trip was amazing. Saw so many places and met lots of lovely people.
The tour has long days as you have to cover great distances some days but it is worth it for the varied landscapes and experiences that are on offer.
Taking a camel ride along cable beach at sunset. Walking on shell beach, seeing dolphins, turtles, rays and incredible wildlife. Snorkelling, swimming in fern pool in Dale Gorge, walking among the pinnacles and finishing the tour with an entertaining talk by Derek an aboriginal.
Carolyn. Tour director had so much knowledge to impart and took us to some incredible places. Terry the driver was amazing and kept us on the road and topped up with water. Nothing was too much for them.
The accommodation varied, from luxury to a miner’s cabin but they were all clean and did the job. Remember we were at times in very remote areas and there is not a lot of choice. Embrace the experience.
Would recommend taking the tour if you want to experience Western Australia.
