10 NIGHT KIMBERLEY - ART OF EXPLORATION
2010 Departure - May 31
Their 10-night Kimberley Highlights showcase the breathtaking splendours of Australia’s wild and remote Kimberley Coast. This expedition explores ancient cultural rock art, towering sandstone cliffs and spectacular waterfalls like the 80m high King George Falls which is in full force early in the season. This voyage embarks and disembarks in Darwin, affording wonderful touring opportunities in the Top End and the most convenient air connections to northern Australia.
ITINERARY
- Day 1 - Darwin, Northern Territory
- Day 2 - Wyndham (for Kununurra & Warmun)
- Day 3 - Wyndham (for Kununurra & Warmun)
- Day 4 - King George River and Falls
- Day 5 - Vansittart Bay
- Day 6 - Bigge Island
- Day 7 - Hunter River (for Mitchell Falls)
- Day 8 - Montgomery Reef/Raft Point
- Day 9 - The Lacepedes
- Day 10 - Broome, Western Australia
- Day 11 - Broome, Western Australia
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Expedition Fares: Ctgy Type Price (AU$)
B - Stateroom - $9100
A - Stateroom - $10565
JS - Junior Suite - $12550
DS - Deluxe Suite - $13745
BS - Balcony Suite - $16405
OS - Owners Suite - $19055
* Prices are valid till 31 December 2010
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10 NIGHT EXPEDITION – OPERA UNDER THE STARS
2010 Departure - August 27
Enjoy the award winning, world-class event, OPERA UNDER THE STARS® (29 August 2009) featuring an outstanding cast of Australian stars, each of whom is acclaimed for their thrilling performances in the world of Opera. Performing variously in Australia and Europe, this vibrant and inspiring group of Artists will perform together at an exciting new venue, the Cable Beach Amphitheatre - situated adjacent to the turquoise waters and white sands of one of the world’s most picturesque beaches, Broome’s stunning Cable Beach.
ITINERARY 2010
- Day 1 - Broome, Western Australia
- Day 2 - Broome, Western Australia
- Day 3 - Broome, Western Australia
- Day 4 - Talbot Bay/Horizontal Waterfalls
- Day 5 - Montgomery Reef/Raft Point
- Day 6 - Hunter River (for Mitchell Falls)
- Day 7 - Bigge Island
- Day 8 - Vansittart Bay
- Day 9 - King George River and Falls
- Day 10 - at Sea
- Day 11 - Darwin, Northern Territory
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Expedition Fares 2010: Ctgy Type Price (AU$)>
B - Stateroom - $9100
A - Stateroom - $10565
JS - Junior Suite - $12550
DS - Deluxe Suite - $13745
BS - Balcony Suite - $16405
OS - Owners Suite - $19055
* Prices are valid till 31 December 2010
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10 NIGHT EXPEDITION - Departing from Darwin
2010 Departures - May 11, June 20, July 20, August 9, September 6
10 NIGHT EXPEDITION - Departing from Broome
2010 Departures - May 21, June 10, 30, July 30, September 16
Orion’s Expedition Team will lead your exploration of secluded beaches and river inlets – waters famous for an abundance of wildlife. From spectacular waterfalls and awe inspiring gorges, to ancient cultural history and indigenous rock art, the only way you can access the best of the Kimberley is from the sea onboard Orion. These 10 night expeditions explore the Kimberley coastline one way from Darwin to Broome or vice versa.
ITINERARY 2010
- Day 1 - Broome, Western Australia
- Day 2 - Broome, Western Australia
- Day 3 - Cape Leveque & The Lacepedes
- Day 4 - Talbot Bay/Horizontal Waterfalls
- Day 5 - Montgomery Reef/Raft Point
- Day 6 - Hunter River (for Mitchell Falls)
- Day 7 - Bigge Island
- Day 8 - Vansittart Bay
- Day 9 - King George River and Falls
- Day 10 - at Sea
- Day 11 - Darwin, Northern Territory
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Expedition Fares 2010: Ctgy Type Price (AU$)>
B - Stateroom - $9100
A - Stateroom - $10565
JS - Junior Suite - $12550
DS - Deluxe Suite - $13745
BS - Balcony Suite - $16405
OS - Owners Suite - $19055
* Prices are valid till 31 December 2010
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8 NIGHT PEARL OF THE KIMBERLEY
2010 Departure - August 19
Departing Broome, Orion will be going to seldom visited places for the very first time. Highlights include Rowley Shoals, one of the world’s most pristine marine environments. Paspaley Pearls will host a special event at Australia’s first South Sea Pearl Farm, Kuri Bay, where Orion guests will learn to grade the harvest and sort the pearls. This will culminate with a cocktail party featuring opera singers flown in for a private performance.
Exclusive to our pathways guests, your voyage will include two nights accommodation at Pinctada Cable Beach, Broome’s new five star resort and spa experience. During your stay, you will also enjoy the award winning OPERA UNDER THE STARS® featuring an outstanding cast of Australia’s emerging opera talent.
ITINERARY
- Day 1 - Broome, Western Australia
- Day 2 - Rowley Shoals
- Day 3 - Rowley Shoals
- Day 4 - One Arm Point
- Day 5 - Nares Point
- Day 6 - Montgomery Reef/Raft Point
- Day 7 - Kuri Bay
- Day 8 - Camden Harbour
- Day 9 - Broome - Pinctada
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Expedition Fares: Ctgy Type Price (AU$)
B - Stateroom - $6765
A - Stateroom - $7335
JS - Junior Suite - $8605
DS - Deluxe Suite - $9920
BS - Balcony Suite - $11370
OS - Owners Suite - $13530
* Prices are valid till 31 December 2010
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7 NIGHT ART OF ARNHEM LAND
2010 Departure - May 4
Hosted by Australia’s pre-eminent collectors of indigenous art, Orion’s 7 night voyage will depart from Thursday Island undertake an in-depth exploration of the remote art communities along Australia’s Arnhem Land coastline. This will be the perfect voyage for experienced and novice collectors alike.
ITINERARY
- Day 1 - Thursday Island, Torres Strait
- Day 2 - at Sea
- Day 3 - Yirrkala
- Day 4 - Jensen Bay / Hole In The Wall
- Day 5 - Elcho Island
- Day 6 - Maningrida
- Day 7 - Pirlangimpi (Melville island)
- Day 8 - Darwin, Northern Territory
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Expedition Fares: Ctgy Type Price (AU$)
B - Stateroom - $5200
A - Stateroom - $6040
JS - Junior Suite - $7175
DS - Deluxe Suite - $7855
BS - Balcony Suite - $9380
OS - Owners Suite - $10890
* Prices are valid till 31 December 2010
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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.