Experience the Real Australia - Groovy Grape Tours · 2019-04-01 · Barossa Valley tour. Over the...

Experience the Real Australiawww.groovygrape.com.au

2019/2020

WHO ARE WE?Groovy Grape Tours started operating in 1997 with a 1-day Barossa Valley tour. Over the years we have expanded to offer the best of Outback Australia (the Red Centre), Kangaroo Island, Great Ocean Road and, of course, the Barossa Valley. We operate locally in Adelaide, South Australia and work with all local suppliers in each region to add to your Groovy experience.

We offer fun and adventurous tours that also provide an educational experience for our travellers. Our Tour Guides are certified to educate travellers of the indigenous cultures and regions that we visit on tour. We believe that it is important for passing travellers to learn about the indigenous cultures, groups and people. This not only adds to your experience, but it gives opportunity for the indigenous groups to educate the world about their ancient culture.

Groovy Grape Tours keep it personalised by having small group tours. Our buses can only take a maximum of 21 people. Our Tour Guides are not only your driver but your chef, entertainer and friend. Our Guides ensure their groups work cooperatively in meal preparations and campsite set up and pack down. This all adds to the group experience on our tours and helps create unforgettable memories and life-long friendships.

OUR MISSIONGroovy Grape Tours provides interactive tours, with local authentic experiences in a fun, informative and adventurous style, that embrace the Indigenous cultures of the diverse destinations we visit.

We are eco-aware, using sustainable practices and offering a value for money travel option which exceeds our customer’s expectations, while promoting Australia to the rest of the world.

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EASY WALKS & PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

MEDIUM WALKS & PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

HARD WALKS & PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

SWAG / SLEEPING BAG STYLE ACCOMMODATION

DORMITORY STYLE ACCOMMODATION

PRIVATE TOURS AVAILABLE

TRAVEL WITH CONFIDENCEWe are culturally aware on

all our tours and this has

been endorsed with our

accreditations through Eco-

Tourism Australia. We ensure

our buses are serviced after

every extended tour by our

team of mechanics. We also

have radio communications

on board, carry approved

remote first-aid kits and all

our tour guides are trained

in first aid for remote regions.

WHAT IS A GROOVY TOUR?✓ True Outback Camping Experience

✓ Travel with like-minded people

✓ Make friends for life

✓ Adventure Activities

✓ Educational and Cultural Experiences

✓ Small Group Touring

✓ All-Inclusive

✓ Eco-Aware and Environmentally friendly

✓ It’s just… GROOVY

PRIVATE TOURS

Groovy Grape Tours operates private tours tailored to your travel needs and wants. We are the experts in our region, ranging from Melbourne to South Australia and up to the Red Centre in the Northern Territory. We can organise long or short travel itineraries, and according to your preferences we can arrange everything from accommodation, meals, attractions and activities.

Our team of Groovy Tour Guides all have different specialisations of the regions around Southern and Central Australia, from the South Australian wine regions to the Flinders Ranges, Outback Australia, Kangaroo Island and the Great Ocean Road.

We have all types of vehicles to suit your requests as well as excellent supplier relationships in the regions we visit to give you a variety of options depending on your budget.

We currently operate regular private tours for school groups, universities and international group travellers, so you can be assured that we are reliable and the best in South Australia.

Please contact us at [email protected] or on (08) 8440 1645 for your quote.

Barossa Valley Day Tour

$115ALL INCLUSIVE 2019/2020

DEPARTS/ARRIVES ADELAIDE

1DAY

• Guided tour and wine tasting at the world-famous Jacobs Creek Visitor Centre

• Sip chocolate port at Lambert Estate Wines

• Feel at home at Kies Family Wines

• Sample wines from all over the Barossa Valley at Taste Eden Valley

• Restaurant lunch included with a complimentary glass of wine

• Barossa Valley Whispering Wall

Adelaide

Barossa Valley

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

As we drive through the scenic landscape laced with gum trees and kangaroos we reach our first destination, Williamstown – the gateway to the Barossa Valley where we stop for coffee. Next, we visit the astonishing Whispering Wall, we will leave it to you to find out about its unique name.

Our first winery stop, the world-famous Jacobs Creek Visitor Centre, where we get a short-guided tour and a tasting of their current range of wines. Next stop, we visit Kies, a family run winery, here we taste wines that are only available at their cellar door. Grab a glass of your favourite red or white (complimentary from Kies) as we head next door for our seated restaurant lunch.

After lunch, we make our way to Angaston, one of the oldest towns in South Australia, here we stop at Taste Eden Valley where you can taste wines that come from all different wine makers in the Barossa Valley. Wanting something sweet? You can pair your tasting with Barossa made chocolates for an extra cost. Our final winery, Lambert Estate Wines, have made their name with their famous chocolate port! Enjoy the remarkable vineyard scenery from their balcony.

As we make our way back to Adelaide we finish off at a scenic lookout over the Barossa Valley.

WHAT'S INCLUDED✓ Wine Tasting Fees ✓ Transportation ✓ Restaurant Lunch

Departs Adelaide City 7:30am

Every Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday

Return to Adelaide City 5:30pm (approximately)

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Kangaroo Island Wildlife Adventure

$455/$395*ALL INCLUSIVE 2019/2020 *Winter price June-August

• Guided tour at Seal Bay beach with Australian Sea Lions

• Kayak, Swim or Snorkel in crystal-clear waters#

• Sandboard down the dunes at Little Sahara

• Hike and spot wildlife along the way

• Photograph the rugged coastline in Flinders Chase National Park, home to Admirals Arch and Remarkable Rocks

• Endless wildlife and perfect beaches

As we jump on board the bus our journey begins to Kangaroo Island. After driving through the spectacular Fleurieu Peninsula we board for a short ferry ride to reach our wildlife destination. Once on this pristine island we stop at Pennington Bay which has stunning coastal views, and if your lucky, a pod of dolphins frolicking in the surf! A big highlight for some is the guided walking tour along Seal Bay Beach with the endangered Australian Sea Lions, the only place in the world where you can do this. Or maybe your favourite is our adventure into Flinders Chase National Park where we take a short hike to view native wildlife and visit the Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch, home to a large New Zealand Fur Seal colony. For the evening we settle in at our farm stay accommodation located on the far western end of the island where there is less people and more animals. We enjoy a BBQ dinner here and swap stories around the camp fire as we watch the nocturnal wildlife come out to play.#In summer time, you can enjoy snorkelling, kayaking and swimming in the pristine coastal waters of Vivonne Bay, Hanson Bay or Stokes Bay. In winter, we appreciate the other natural beauties of this regions as we hike some of the many walking trails to spot koalas nesting in the gum trees or kangaroos hopping by. Don’t forget to test your skills by sandboarding down the dunes at Little Sahara, or feeling more adventurous? Take a quad bike tour through coastal shrublands (extra cost).

WHAT'S INCLUDED✓ All meals ✓ Ferry Transfers ✓ Accommodation ✓ National Park fees

Departs Adelaide City 5:50am From November to April, every Monday, Wednesday & Saturday From May to October, every Wednesday and SaturdayReturn to Adelaide City 8:30pm, will vary on ferry sailings

DEPARTS/ARRIVES ADELAIDE

2DAYS

1NIGHT

Western River Wilderness Protection Area

Flinders Chase National Park

Rocky River

Little Sahara

Stokes Bay

Kingscote

Penneshaw

D’Estrees Bay

Seal BayVivonne Bay

Kelly Hill CavesRemarkable

Rocks

Admirals Arch

KANGAROO ISLAND

Adelaide

Kangaroo Island

SOUTH AUSTRALIA


Grampians and Great Ocean Road Tour

• Pinnacle Hike in the Grampians National Park

• Balconies, Boroka or Reeds Lookout over the Grampians

• Eat lunch in a dormant volcano

• Rainforest and Waterfall Walks

• Stunning scenery along Great Ocean Road and the Shipwreck Coast

• Sunset at the 12 Apostles

• Visit beachside villages and surf towns

Day 1: As we escape the city we cruise past the scenic Adelaide Hills region. After stopping for lunch along the way we enter Halls Gap - gateway to the Grampians National Park. As we drive through the windy roads, spotting wildlife we reach the towering MacKenzie Falls, tucked away between cliffs. This evening we visit either the Balconies, Reeds or Boroka Lookout for an outstanding view over the Grampians National Park. Day 2: This morning we hike to the top of the Pinnacle, once at the top we admire the surrounding scenery of the Grampians as the sun is rising. Next, we visit Brambuk Cultural Centre, where we learn about the local Aboriginal History. Have you ever eaten lunch in a volcano? Well this is our next stop, Tower Hill Conservation Park, a dormant volcano over 30,000 years old. Spot the koalas, emus and kangaroos that call this place home. This afternoon is action packed along the iconic Great Ocean Road and the Shipwreck Coast! Admire the unique rock formations at the Bay of Martyrs, London Bridge and Loch Ard Gorge. We finish off the evening with a spectacular sunset over the 12 Apostles. Day 3: We start our day with a walk through one of the worlds oldest temperate rainforest in the Great Otway National Park. Next, we continue our journey along the Great Ocean Road, as the roads wind around with rainforest on one side and ocean on the other. Explore artistic beach towns of Lorne, Apollo Bay and Torquay before hitting the big city of Melbourne.

WHAT'S INCLUDED✓ All meals ✓ Accommodation ✓ Transportation ✓ National Park entry fees

Departs Adelaide City 6:45amEvery Tuesday and SaturdayFinishes in Melbourne City 7:00pm (approximately)


Adelaide

Melbourne12 Apostles

Grampians

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

VICTORIA


3DAYS

2NIGHTS

DEPARTS ADELAIDE

ARRIVES MELBOURNE

Great Ocean Road and Grampians Tour


• Stunning scenery along the Great Ocean Road and the Shipwreck Coast

• Visit Loch Ard Gorge, Bay of Martyrs and London Bridge

• Stops at surf towns and seaside villages

• Rainforest walks in the Great Otway National Park

• Sunset at the 12 Apostles

• Hike to the Pinnacle Peak in the Grampians National Park

• Visit a 30,000-year-old dormant volcano

Day 1: We begin our ultimate road trip cruising towards the Great Ocean Road, stopping at famed surf beaches such as Bells Beach, Torquay and Apollo Bay. With rainforest on one side and stunning ocean scenery on the other side, you are spoilt for choice as we drive through the windy roads. If you have a good eye, you could spot koalas along the way. This afternoon we take a short walk through one of the world’s oldest temperate rainforest in the Great Otway National Park. In the evening we enjoy the sunset over the spectacular 12 Apostles. Day 2: This morning we continue our journey along the Shipwreck Coast and visit the Bay of Martyrs, London Bridge and Loch Ard Gorge. Here we admire the unique rock formations that constantly change between each attraction. Lunch is somewhere truly special today, a 30,000-year-old volcano, don’t worry, it hasn’t erupted for a very long time! Look out for the resident koalas, kangaroos and emus as you explore this unique place. This afternoon we enter the stunning Grampians National Park. Our first stop is at Brambuk Cultural Centre to learn about the Aboriginal history and culture of the area. Next, we visit MacKenzie Falls that flows all year-round, finishing off the day with a panoramic lookout over the Grampians. Day 3: This morning we take a 2-hour hike to the Pinnacle view point. As we walk, kangaroos and wallabies hop by and at the top we admire the spectacular scenery as the sun rises. As we head to Adelaide, passing through the country side, we stop for lunch before continuing into Adelaide City. This itinerary is the same as the Grampians and Great Ocean Road Tour but in reverse.

WHAT'S INCLUDED✓ All meals ✓ Transportation ✓ Accommodation ✓ National Park entry fees

Departs Melbourne City 6:30am and St. Kilda 7:30amEvery Tuesday and FridayFinishes in Adelaide City 7:00pm (approximately)

DEPARTS MELBOURNE

ARRIVES ADELAIDE

3DAYS

2NIGHTS

Adelaide

Melbourne12 Apostles

Grampians

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

VICTORIA


Day 1: On this action-packed outback adventure, we start off in the pristine Southern Flinders Ranges, by hiking through Alligator Gorge which is in Mount Remarkable National Park. Sometimes bursting with wild flowers, admire the towering red sandstone cliffs with rich greenery on the pathways.Day 2: Next day our goal is to reach Coober Pedy – the opal capital of the world! Upon arrival you will notice the unique, desert landscape, like Mars or the Moon. Here we take an opal mining tour to discover the rich mining history of the town. Later this evening we visit Josephine’s Kangaroo Orphanage where you can feed joeys by hand. Tonight, we sleep underground just as the locals do!Day 3: Our next destination is Kings Creek Station, as we drive up the Stuart Highway we pass local desert wildlife such as Wedge-Tailed Eagles, wild horses and camels. We then settle in for our first outdoor camping night, sleeping under the stars on an authentic station in the outback. Day 4: We are up at the crack of dawn to explore Kings Canyon (Watarrka National Park), here we climb up ‘heart attack hill’ to reach the rim of the Canyon, at the top words can’t describe the beauty of this place. After lunch we make our way to the big red rock, Uluṟu. Nothing will prepare you for the sight of Uluṟu. First, we learn about the Aboriginal history of the area before settling in for our first sunset over Uluṟu. This evening we camp out under the Milky Way.

OUTBACK TOURS


Adelaide

Coober PedyFlinders Ranges

Alice SpringsKings Canyon

Uluru & Kata Tjuta

NORTHERN TERRITORY

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Rock Patrol (Uluru)

• Scenic lookout and hikes through the Southern Flinders Ranges• Explore the underground town of Coober Pedy – Opal Capital of the World• Visit Josephine’s Kangaroo Orphanage• Camp under the outback stars in swags• Sunrises and sunsets over Uluru• Hike through the Valley of the Winds at Kata Tjuta (The Olgas)• Hike among gorges and waterholes at Watarrka (Kings Canyon)• Experience Aboriginal Culture

Day 5: As dawn approaches we make our way to Kata Tjuṯa (The Olgas) to start our Valley of the Winds Hike. Your expectations are sure to be met, Kata Tjuṯa is simply breath-taking. As you walk around the giant domes, every corner you turn is a new lookout over this landscape. This afternoon, we relax by the swimming pool, or if your feeling adventurous, skydiving over Uluṟu (extra cost). Another spectacular sunset is enjoyed over Uluṟu, we can’t get enough of this place!

Day 6: This morning, we enjoy another remarkable sunrise over this arid, desert region before walking the base walk of Uluṟu. Our tour guides will explain the Aboriginal Cultural sites of the area as well as the geological formations. After lunch, you can part ways at Ayers Rock airport or continue with the group into Alice Springs where we say our final goodbyes.

WHAT'S INCLUDED✓ All meals ✓ 3 nights camping and 2 nights dorm share accommodation ✓ Transportation ✓ National Park entry fees

Departs Adelaide City 6:30amEvery Tuesday and SaturdayFinishes in Yulara at 12:00pm or Alice Springs at 6:00pm approximately


6DAYS

5NIGHTS

DEPARTS ADELAIDE

ARRIVES ULURU/ALICE SPRINGS

• Walk the base of Uluru• Sunrises and sunsets over Uluru• Camp under the outback stars in swags• Hike through the Valley of the Winds at Kata Tjuta (The Olgas)• Hike among gorges and waterholes at Watarrka (Kings Canyon)• Experience Aboriginal Culture• Explore the underground town of Coober Pedy – Opal Capital of the World• Visit Josephine’s Kangaroo Orphanage• Scenic lookout and hikes through the Southern Flinders Ranges

Day 1: Once on board the bus we make our way from Alice Springs to the famed Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park. If you are flying into Ayers Rock, you will join the tour here. Upon arrival we get straight into the Adventure activities, we take a walk around the base of Uluṟu whilst your tour guide points out significant Aboriginal Cultural sites and landmarks. Tonight, we enjoy our first Uluṟu sunset, followed by camping under the star-studded outback sky.

Day 2: This morning, we enjoy another remarkable sunrise over Uluṟu before making our way to Kata Tjuṯa (The Olgas) to start our Valley of the Winds Hike. Your expectations are sure to be met, Kata Tjuṯa is simply breath-taking. As you walk around the giant domes every corner is a new lookout. Feeling adventurous? Skydive over Uluṟu (extra cost). This afternoon we make our way to Kings Creek Station where we camp for the night on an authentic outback station.

Day 3: We are up at the crack of dawn to explore Kings Canyon (Watarrka National Park), here we climb up-hill to the rim of the Canyon. At the top, words can’t describe the beauty of this place. Discover local Aboriginal history and culture from your tour guide as well as enjoying the spectacular views. This afternoon we drive to one of our campsites and sleep under the outback night sky.

Day 4: Next day our goal is to reach Coober Pedy. Upon arrival you will notice the unique, desert landscape, like Mars or the Moon. Here we take an opal mining

OUTBACK TOURS OUTBACK TOURS

DEPARTS ALICE SPRINGS/ULURU

ARRIVES ADELAIDE

6DAYS

5NIGHTS


Adelaide

Coober PedyFlinders Ranges

Alice SpringsKings Canyon

Uluru & Kata Tjuta

NORTHERN TERRITORY

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Rock 2 Water (Uluru)

tour to discover the rich mining history of the town. Later this evening we visit Josephine’s Kangaroo Orphanage where you can feed joeys by hand. Tonight, we sleep underground just as the locals do! But of course, not before enjoying a Coober Pedy sunset.

Day 5: After breakfast, we journey south into the foothills of the magnificent Flinders Ranges. On the way, we stop at Pimba and get a chance to view the salt lakes. We’ll stop en-route for lunch before driving to Wilmington where we’ll sleep among the river red gum trees.

Day 6: We enjoy a morning walk through the towering red sandstone cliffs of Alligator Gorge, which is sometimes bursting with wild flowers and amazing wildlife: you might get the chance to spot kangaroos or wallabies. This afternoon we make our way into Adelaide City for our final goodbyes.

WHAT'S INCLUDED✓ All meals ✓ 3 nights camping and 2 nights dorm share accommodation ✓ Transportation ✓ National Park entry fees

Departs Alice Springs 5:30am and Yulara 11:30am*Every Wednesday and SundayFinishes in Adelaide City at 5:00pm approximately*We aim to meet morning flights until 12:30pm. Afternoon flights need to arrive the day prior to the tour.


Package PricingBarossa Valley Day Tour ......................................... $99 (Save $16)

Kangaroo Island Wildlife Adventure .............$410/$355* (Save $45/40)

Grampians and Great Ocean Road Tour Adelaide to Melbourne ....................................................$410/$355* (Save $45/40)

Great Ocean Road and Grampians Tour Melbourne to Adelaide .....................................................$410/$355* (Save $45/40)

Rock Patrol .......................................................................$850 (Save $95)

Rock 2 Water ..................................................................$805 (Save $90)

*Winter Price: June-August

Build Your Own Adventure

How does it work?All you have to do is book more than one multi-day tour and you receive 10% discount on each tour!

You can add the Barossa Valley on any tour combination for only $99.00

Suggested PackagesMelbourne to Alice Springs

+ Great Ocean Road and Grampians Tour + Rock Patrol + Add Kangaroo Island and Barossa Valley for an extra $509

Alice Springs to Melbourne

+ Rock 2 Water+ Grampians and Great Ocean Road Tour + Add Kangaroo Island and Barossa Valley for an extra $509

Melbourne to Kangaroo Island via Barossa Valley

+ Great Ocean Road and Grampians Tour + Kangaroo Island Wildlife Adventure + Barossa Valley Day Tour

NORTHERN TERRITORY

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

VICTORIA

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$1260

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$1215

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$919

ALL INCLUSIVE 2019/2020



M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S

Great Ocean Road and Grampians Tour Dep. Melbourne 3D/2N

Grampians and Great Ocean Road Tour Dep. Adelaide3D/2N

Barossa Valley Day Tour1D

Kangaroo Island Wildlife Adventure2D/1N

Rock Patrol Dep. Adelaide6D/5N

Rock 2 Water Dep. Alice Springs6D/5N

How does it work?All you have to do is book more than one multi-day tour and you receive 10% discount on each tour!

You can add the Barossa Valley on any tour combination for only $99.00

Start your adventure planning… Grab a pen and plan your tour on the calendar below. The coloured squares show the departure days for each tour.

Departure Days for each tour:

Barossa Valley Day Tour Every Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday

Kangaroo Island Wildlife Adventure Every Monday, Wednesday & Saturday (November to April) Every Wednesday & Saturday (May to October)

Grampians and Great Ocean Road Tour Adelaide to Melbourne Every Tuesday & Saturday

Great Ocean Road and Grampians Tour Melbourne to Adelaide Every Tuesday & Friday

Rock Patrol (Uluru) Adelaide to Alice Springs Every Tuesday & Saturday

Rock 2 Water (Uluru) Alice Springs to Adelaide Every Wednesday & Sunday

Sketch in your tour days below... based on departure days and day on tour

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Freecall: 1800 66 11 77 (within Australia)Groovy Grape Tours Australia

10 Bacon Street Hindmarsh SA 5007T: +61 8 8440 1640 E: [email protected]

Cancellation Policy: GGT charges 25% 60-30 days prior to departure, 50% 29-8 days prior to departure and 100% 7 days prior to departure.

Tour Amendment: You can amend your tour date up to 7 days prior to tour departure with no charge. However, if you decide to cancel in the future the cancellation policy applies from the day you decided to amend your tour date.

You are unable to amend your tour date within 7 days of tour departure and 100% cancellation fees will be charged.

Terms and Conditions: • GGT may amend prices and change vehicles from time to time. • GGT reserves the right to alter the route or itinerary due to road, weather or group conditions. • GGT expects you to have a reasonable level of fitness and to act responsibly for your own safety. • GGT authorises the right to remove any passenger from the tour immediately if they fail to comply with the tour leader’s instructions or if they jeopardise the safety of the group and tour leader.

Brochure Valid from 1 April 2019 to 31 March 2020

GROOVY Agent Info:

Other Bits:• GGT caters for dietary requirements and food allergies, however we do not cater for dietary preferences. • GGT accepts payment by Mastercard, Visa or Cash.• GGT recommends that all passengers have personal travel insurance to cover loss or damage to property, illness, injury or not being able to travel on the confirmed date of departure.• GGT accepts no responsibility for any loss or damage to personal belongings, money, luggage or for any injury or loss of any type whilst on our tours.• Passengers should re-confirm their tour booking at least 48 hours prior to tour departure. • Dates and itineraries are valid from 1st of April 2019 to end of March 2020. All prices are displayed in AUD and include GST. • GGT caters for 3 meals a day only. We do not provide snacks or alcohol. • We do not carry any persons under the age of 10 years old. If the passenger is between the ages of 10-14 years old, they must upgrade to a private room. If the passenger is between 15-17 years old and are travelling alone, they will need a parental/guardian consent form to be signed and forwarded to GGT. • Customer feedback is to be forwarded to [email protected]

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