Orion Expeditions - Australian Islands
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6 NIGHT TROPICAL REEFS & CULTURE (NORTHERN QUEENSLAND)
2010 Departure - April 28
Departing from Cairns on 28 April 2010, Orion will explore the islands of the Great Barrier Reef for 6 nights. The itinerary will include a beach barbeque, swimming, snorkelling, sea kayak exploration and cultural interaction with the Torres Strait Islanders in Thursday Island.
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Expedition Fares: Ctgy Type Price (AU$)
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B - Stateroom - $4460
A - Stateroom - $5175
JS - Junior Suite - $6150
DS - Deluxe Suite - $6735
BS - Balcony Suite - $8040
OS - Owners Suite - $93357 NIGHT GREAT BARRIER REEF
2010 Departure - November 2
Orion’s exploration of Australia’s World Heritage Great Barrier Reef is designed to ensure your experience of the Barrier Reef is like no other. Orion’s Expedition Team will guide you to white sandy beaches enabling amazing snorkelling, reef walks and kayaking. This voyage is perfect for those seeking the Great Barrier Reef in a way that is far removed from the typical bustle of resort crowds.
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7 NIGHT AUSTRALIA'S WILD SOUTH-EAST
2010 Departure - November 9
Their East coast expedition will embark in Sydney sailing down the coast into the beauty of Jervis Bay and the surrounding natural bushland. Orion will continue south stopping at Phillip Island with its famous Little Penguins and arrive in Melbourne for the first time ever.
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7 NIGHT SOUTHERN AUSTRALIA CULINARY DELIGHTS
2010 Departure - November 16
Departing Melbourne, Orion will sail west to South Australia - a first for Orion. This Food and Wine-focused voyage is perfectly timed as a prelude to Christmas, and with visits to the Limestone Coast, Kangaroo Island, Eyre Peninsula and Fleurieu Peninsula you will return home with plenty of culinary inspiration.
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7 NIGHT NATIONAL PARKS OF TASMANIA
2010 Departure - November 24
Over a third of the state is reserved in a network of National Parks and in November 2010, Orion will visit this pristine wilderness. Spend time amongst the magical rugged landscape and plentiful wildlife on Flinders Island. You can hike at Wineglass Bay, explore convict history on Maria Island or sample the local oysters at Coles Bay. Join Orion as she explores a path less travelled.
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7 NIGHT WILD TASMANIA
2010 Departure - December 1
In December, Orion ventures into Tasmania, a place renown for its amazing diversity. On their 7 night voyage you'll discover World Heritage and Wilderness areas of Tasmania as you land by Zodiac along this rugged and magnificent coastline.The Port Davey region is one of the most spectacular in Australia. The area has experienced little human impact and as a result remains a pristine World Heritage destination. Maria Island is a special place with historical ruins, sweeping bays, rugged cliffs and mountains and remarkable wildlife. Created with convict labour Port Arthur presents impressive architecture, delightful gardens and chilling prison facilities - this is a must to explore.
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CRUISE FARE – WHAT’S INCLUDED
Included in your cruise fare are accommodations as booked, cruise transportation, all meals onboard, 24-hour room service, entertainment and educational programmes, use of ship's sporting equipment and facilities, port & handling charges, Zodiac excursions and tender transfers, access to the ship's library, Govt. Fees & Taxes. Fares also include the services of 75 experienced crew.
CRUISE FARE – WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
Fares do not include items of a personal nature, including but not limited to: travel and medical insurance, laundry charges, shopping onboard, bar expenses, hair dressing and massage treatments, optional shore experiences, medical treatment, telephone and internet charges.
