COOMA KOSCIUSZKO & ALPS TOUR
TOUR EX NEWCASTLE & SYDNEY - 2015
DAY 1 – COOMA BOUND
DAY 3 – ADAMINABY COUNTRY
We join our luxury coach for the journey
Can you imagine a man-made lake which
south before a morning tea stop at a
selected Southern Tablelands location, and
then onto Canberra region for lunch. This is
followed by a spectacular introduction to
the National Capital by visiting Mount
Ainslie lookout.
holds nine times as much water as Sydney
Harbour? Today we do just that with a look
at Lake Eucumbene, the main water
storage feeding the irrigation farms of the
Murray and Murrumbidgee rivers. We
travel west to the northern extremity of the
Kosciuszko National Park and the lovely
village of Adaminaby, home of the Big
Trout.
Afterwards a short sightseeing tour of
some of Canberra’s favourite sights. Then
the short run down the Murrumbidgee
Valley to Cooma and a warm welcome at
the Cooma Motor Lodge.
DAY 2 – COOMA TOWN
This
morning we begin our Snowy
Mountains tour program by visiting the
Snowy Hydro Discovery Centre in Cooma
for an overview of this Australian
landmark infrastructure project. This
Centre includes displays on key topics such
as environment, engineering, history and
irrigation.
We will explore Cooma with our local guide
including a visit to Mt Gladstone lookout
where, at an elevation of nearly 1300
metres, there is an uninterrupted view of
the Snowy Mountains main range. Another
destination will be the historic village of
Nimmitabel which is situated high on top
of the Great Dividing range!
You may even see an elephant before
departing if you are observant, whilst
exploring the local shops and attractions!
You will visit Australia’s highest town
Cabramurra for lunch. It was built to house
the many workers and their families who
work for the hydro electric scheme. During
the day you will also visit the Mt Selwyn
ski area and the remains of Kiandra. We
will pause to see where the old village of
Adaminaby was located before it was
drowned by the rising waters. On our
return journey we will visit historic sites in
the area and have a look at the Adaminaby
Racecourse which was the scene for the
Australian film “Pharlap!”
DAY 4 – SNOWY COUNTRY
Today the adventure’s of the snowfields.
We travel via the attractive sub-alpine
villages of Berridale and Jindabyne up the
Alpine Way through the Kosciuszko
National Park to the enchanting alpine
village of Thredbo. We will take time to
soak up the atmosphere of this world
famous ski resort. If you are feeling
adventurous you may wish to pay the
modest charge for a chair-lift ride to the top
PO Box 195, Cooma NSW 2630
Web: www.cml.net.au
Ph: 1800 688 299 Fax: 02 64523106 Email: tours@cml.net.au
COOMA KOSCIUSZKO & ALPS TOUR
TOUR EX NEWCASTLE & SYDNEY - 2015
of the mountain, high above the village. On
our return journey from Thredbo we pause
in Jindabyne. Then it’s on to Charlotte Pass
Village and the "Roof of Australia", the
nation’s highest roadway and the closest
you can get to the summit of Mt.
Kosciuszko without donning your hiking
boots. On our return down the mountain
we pause to view Perisher Blue which is
Australian’s largest ski resort. Next stop
Smiggin Holes, another famous winter
playground. Our snowfields tour
programme will include a visit to
the National Park Headquarters at
Jindabyne for an overview of our
wonderful area. This will be a good
opportunity to pick up souvenirs and gifts.
DAY 5 – MONARO COUNTRY
A leisurely start to a wonderful day!
Crossing Bridge over the Snowy River
which flows again!
After some free shopping time in Cooma
there will be plenty of time to get ready for
our PARTY NIGHT! Yes, tonight at the
Lodge Restaurant it’s music, merriment and
laughter as we welcome the friendships we
have made and the fun we have enjoyed
during the Snowy Mountains stay.
DAY 6 – HOMEWARD BOUND
An early start, a light breakfast and then
we say farewell to our hosts and the
warmth of the Snowy Country. A comfort
stop and cuppa near Canberra and then off
the highway for lunch in a picturesque
Southern Highland location. Then we rejoin
our coach for the final leg of a memorable
holiday that has allowed us to truly
experience and enjoy one of Australia’s
most fascinating and beautiful regions.
First
a visit to Cooma Jail Museum, then
spectacular views of the Snowy Mountains
as we travel through farming properties
across the rich Monaro, before arriving at
the huge rock and earth wall of the
Eucumbene Dam. At the time of its
construction it was the largest in the
Southern Hemisphere. We then pass under
and over the great wall before traveling
south following the main range to the
beautiful little village of Kalkite which is
situated on the very eastern side of lake
Jindabyne.
Disclaimer: Coach captains or management
may make changes without notice to enhance
your holiday experience, for reasons of safety or
due to circumstances beyond our control.
Then it will be a relaxed journey to the tiny
village of Dalgety for a country luncheon.
You will cross the historic Buckley’s
Cooked Breakfast 4 Days. Lunches 3
Days. 2 Course Dinners. Tour Guide 4
Days. All M/Teas. Attractions as per
itineray.
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$695 pp t.s. Singles + $200
Minimum 40 passengers.
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Pickup from Newcastle, Central Coast,
Pennant Hills, Campbeltown or Canberra
PO Box 195, Cooma NSW 2630
Web: www.cml.net.au
Ph: 1800 688 299 Fax: 02 64523106 Email: tours@cml.net.au