Tour Price: $2720.00pp twin share Single Supplement: $500.00

Telephone: 02 4325 8000

www.itseasytours.com.au

info@easytourstravel.com.au

“Cameron Corner & Opal Country”

11 Day Coach Holiday

Lightning Ridge/White Cliffs Tibooburra & Cameron Corner

Departure: 2nd June 2020

Return: 12th June 2020 Courtesy

Home pick-up and

return *

“Opals & Outback”

Lightning Ridge/White Cliffs Tibooburra & Cameron Corner

11 Day Coach Holiday Departing: 2nd June 2020

Return: 12th June 2020

Tour Price: $2720.00 pp twin share Single Supplement: $500.00

Including: Warrumbungle Mountain Range, 2 nights Lightning Ridge, Bourke

Day 1. Gosford - Coonabarabran (D) Travel via Singleton, Denman, and Dunedoo, making our way to Coonabarabran, nestled in the foothills of the majestic Warrumbungle Mountains. Coonabarabran is known as the Astronomy Capital of Australia as it is home to the Siding Spring Observator, perched high above the township and chosen because of the clear, dark night. Country Gardens Motel

Day 2. Lightning Ridge (BLD) This morning we visit Siding Spring Observatory. Take time to view the astronomers’ work before continuing on to White Gum Lookout, which presents a wonderful panoramic view of the rugged Warrumbungle Mountain Range. Continue through to Coonamble where we enjoy a fresh picnic lunch and then Walgett and into Lightning Ridge for our two (2) nights. Outback Resort Day 3. Lightning Ridge (BLD) Today we explore this unique town, it is one of the few remaining places where man can live and work in a near natural state. Places of interest today include a guided tour of Lightening Ridge, the Cactus Farm plus The Chamber of the Black Hand, which is 11.2 metres un-derground, in a 100 year old mine,

where subterranean tunnels open into vast chambers. Walls are decorated with the hand carvings of artist Ron Canlin, the owner of this uniquely Australian attraction. Time this afternoon to browse the shops. Keep your eyes down today, you never know what you will find. Day 4. Lightning Ridge - Cobar (BLD) Departing the Ridge this morning, we first travel to Brewarrina before continuing into Bourke, a fascinating township and the service centre for a vast area of sheep country. We take a brief tour of Bourke before continuing to Cobar for overnight. Cobar Motor Inn Day 5. Cobar - White Cliffs (BLD) Departing Cobar this morning, we travel across country to outback Louth

and Tilpa and down into White Cliffs (road conditions permitting, alternate route through Wilcannia) for two (2) nights.

White Cliffs Underground Motel Day 6. Discover White Cliffs (BD) Today we discover the unique way of life in White Cliffs. With our local guide on board we will visit the many attractions the town has to offer including the Tourist Centre and the Solar Power Station. Spend time browsing some of the beautiful opals on offer and take time to talk with the locals. Day 7. White Cliffs—Tibooburra (BLD) Farewell to White Cliffs, we travel across country through beautiful desert country to join the Silver City Highway. Visit Milparinka, once a thriving gold mining town, but today a ghost of its former self, but as a heritage township it has much to offer. A devoted local community group has restored four of the most significant buildings, the courthouse, police station, gaol cells, and former kitchen and turned them into a vibrant, awarding winning Heritage Precinct, and one of the original hotels, The Albert, still operates. There have been renovations, however the Hotel is still essentially as it was in 1880. This will be our lunch stop today. Continuing along the Silver City Highway into Tibooburra. Tibooburra is an Aboriginal word meaning “Heaps of Rocks”. It is the gateway to the corner

country and we arrive in time to visit some of the towns unique attractions. Two (2) nights at The Granites. Day 8. Cameron Corner (BLD) Today we travel from Tibooburra through 450 million year old granite tors and flat topped mesas to rolling red dune fields of the Simpson-Strzelecki Desert. Crossing the Sturt National Park and the Waka Claypan to Fort Grey and onto Cameron Corner and the worlds longest fence; the 5,000+ km Dog Fence which was constructed to keep roaming dingos of the north and west out of the pastoral lands of NSW. Stand at the Cameron Corner Survey Marker and stand in 3 states at once (NSW, QLD & SA). Take time to visit the iconic Cameron Corner store. Returning to Tibooburra through the spectacular desert country. Day 9. Tibooburra—Broken Hill (BD) Travel the Silver City Highway this morning backtracking to Milparinka then on to Packsaddle , passing large salt lakes along the way. Visit the small settlement of Silverton before arriving in Broken Hill. Visit the lookout before checking into our accommodation for overnight at Silver Haven Motel

Day 10. Broken Hill—Nyngan (BD) We travel to Wilcannia, the once bustling port that is now little more than a ghost town. Joining the Barrier Highway we will travel to Cobar for lunch. From Cobar it is a short distance into Nyngan for our overnight stay. Country Manor Motor Inn

Day 11. Nyngan - Gosford (B) Homeward bond today with stops along the way for morning tea and lunch. Central Coast and Newcastle passengers will transfer to our mini buses and returned home.

Deposit: $200.00 per person within 7 days of booking Final payment: Due and payable 45 days prior to departure (B) Breakfast (L) Lunch (D) Dinner ∗ Home pick-up for Central Coast &

Newcastle travelers. ∗ Outside our pick-up zone take

advantage of a FREE pre tour night’s accommodation at the Ashwood Motor Inn, West Gosford

What is Opal?

Opal contains every colour of the spectrum, from deepest and clearest blues

and iridescent greens, through to golden orange, red and fuchsia; it can be

pale and delicate, or dark and brilliant. Due to its structure, opal may contain any combination of an infinite number

of patterns and may reveal itself all at once - glorious from all directions – or

it may be quiet and surprising, showing its greatest brilliance only during

flashes of movement. Indeed, precious opal is like no other gemstone because it changes colour as

the observer turns the stone. Black Opal comes from Lightning Ridge, Light or White Opal is mined

principally from the South Australian fields of Mintabie, Coober Pedy and

Andamooka but was first discovered in White Cliffs. Boulder Opal is from

Central Queensland in the areas surrounding the townships of Quilpie and

Winton.

2 nights White Cliffs, 2 nights Tibooburra, Cameron Corner & Broken Hill

Important: The terms, conditions and limitation of liability under which the tour operates are detailed hereunder and the payment of the tour deposit or tour price represents acceptance by the purchaser of the following:- 1. The tour in this brochure is organised and operated by Dublet D Pty Ltd t/a It’s Easy Tours. 2. Deposit: To confirm your reservation a deposit of $200.00 per person is to be paid within 7 days of booking. Reservations will be held for 7 days only without deposit. Balance of payment for your holiday is to be paid 45 days prior to departure. The company reserves the right to accept waitlist passengers in place of applicants failing to finalise within the prescribed time. 3. Occasionally it may be necessary to alter or amend itineraries, accommodation and sightseeing arrangements from those published. This may be due to road, weather and other operational needs prevailing at the time and is always made in the best interest of your comfort. Any personal expens-es incurred by a passenger as a result of any delay, alteration or curtailment of any tour, whether caused by mechanical defect, strikes or any other cause are the responsibility of the passenger. 4. A minimum number of bookings are required to operate a tour and also to ensure an enjoyable group atmosphere. Where sufficient numbers cannot be achieved, the Company reserves the right to cancel a scheduled departure date or tour. 5. Any special passenger requirements must be notified to the Company at the time of booking. No passenger will be permitted to embark or continue on the tour while their mental or physical condition is, in the opinion of any representative of the Company, such as to render themselves incapable of caring for themselves, or whereby they become objectionable to other passengers, or they become a hazard to themselves or other passengers. The Company will not be responsible for expenses resulting in such persons being precluded from completing the tour for any such reason. 6. Where a tour is cancelled prior to the departure date, according to sections 2 or 3 above, we shall endeavor to offer the nearest possible alternative tour (subject to a refund or payment to cover any tour price difference.) or, if this is not acceptable, refund your monies in full. 7. The company cannot guarantee exact arrival and departure times and is not liable for any failure to make connections with any other service or guarantee the operation of any particular service. 8. The company reserves the right to cancel any ticket or booking or to refuse to carry any passenger where payments have not been received by the company within the times specified in the tour brochure. It is a condition of carriage that a passenger has paid all tour monies prior to departure of the tour.

9. In the event of industrial action affecting air, rail or tour related transportation the company will make every effort to contact the client and advise alternative arrangements. However if contact is not made, passengers should phone 0408 435 902 10. The company reserves the right to vary the price advertised or printed to cover any significant increase in air fare, fuel prices, or other tour related tariffs and costs. 11. Where the company does not operate the tour, attractions, excursions and/or optional tours (hereinafter called the ‘Tour Inclusions’) which may be included in the tour itinerary or associated with the tour, the company shall not be liable for any loss, damage or injury occasioned to any person or property as a result of any such Tour Inclusion undertaken during the tour whatsoever or however the same may be caused whether as a result of negligence or otherwise. 12. Due to Government regulations and company policy, smoking is not permitted inside tourist coaches, however, frequent stops provide opportunity for those who desire to smoke. 13. Travel Agents can forward deposits and other payments on your behalf, but are not the company’s agent for the purpose of receipt of monies. Receipt and deposit and/or payment by the travel agent does not constitute receipt by the company and the company is not liable in respect of any monies paid to your travel agent until such monies are received by the company. 14. To ensure all passengers have the opportunity to enjoy front and window seats, a daily seat rotation system is employed. 15. Where a single passenger is willing to share accommodation with a fellow single passenger, the company will endeavour to find another traveller of the same gender. The company otherwise accepts no responsibility for the suitability of the rooming partner and it is the condition of travel that single passengers willing to share accommodation accept the rooming partners allocated by the company. If a passenger at any time during the tour considers the rooming partner to be unsuitable, the company will, subject to availability and at the additional cost of the passenger, arrange single accommodation. If you are willing to share and there is no one to share with, the single supplement WILL be applicable. Single Rooms - are available upon request and a supplement is payable at the time of booking (see fare boxes). The supply of single rooms is limited.

16. Coach content only DOES NOT INCLUDE transfers to departure/return points or accommodation. Passengers electing to take coach content only are required to arrange their own transfers at the commencement and completion of tour. 17. Baggage is entirely at “owner’s risk” during the tour and we strongly recommend travel insurance be taken out. Passengers are warned against leaving articles on board carries or the tour coach at any time. TOUR PAYMENT DEPOSIT: $ 200.00 per person, paid within 7 days of booking. Please make cheques payable to It’s Easy Tours or ask for our bank details to make a direct deposit. No credit card or eftpos facilities. BALANCE: The balance of the total tour cost is due and payable 45 days prior to departure. It is the sole responsibility of passengers to forward tour payment by due date. CANCELLATION FEES – Domestic Only Days of Notice: Fee per person: 40 days or more $100.00 30 – 39 days 20% of fare 20 – 29 days 50% of fare 15—19 days 75% of fare 14 days or less 100% of fare These fees apply to coach content only. Any motel, airfare, cruise or additional travel cancellation costs may be applicable as per their individual cancellation policies. NOTE: There is NO REFUND for any unused portion of the tour. TRAVEL INSURANCE As travel insurance is highly recommended by Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, we advise passengers to out travel insurance to cover any unforeseen circumstances which may arise. LUGGAGE ALLOWANCE One medium size suitcase per person, the sum of its length/width and depth not to exceed 140cm (56"). In addition an overnight bag (airline size) which may be carried within the coach. Maximum weight of all luggage not to exceed 20kg (44lbs). We are required by strict government vehicle weight regulations to enforce and adhere to this limit.

Booking Terms & Conditions

For further information contact:

It’s Easy Tours

(02) 4325 8000 Shop 5A Gosford Central Plaza, 153 Mann Street

GOSFORD NSW 2250 Postal address: P.O. Box 833, GOSFORD 2250