Snowy Mountains Tour
3-5 November 2012
If you could choose anywhere in Australia for a few days driving on brilliant roads through spectacular countryside, the Snowy Mountains would have to be at the top of your list.
This tour seeks out the best of the deserted alpine roads, picturesque villages and wonderful accommodation.
The roads; are all sealed, they carry little traffic through breathtaking scenery with corners that are frequent and entertaining.
The accommodation; is based at the Lake Crackenback Resort. I have stayed with groups here previously and everyone has been delighted with the relaxed comfort and exceptional food.
The resort also offers a range of activities for those who do not feel up to a quick lap of the mountains on Day 2.
The schedule; has been planned to be as flexible as possible. Apart from the overnight stops, you can set your own timetable. Follow the route chart through the Country Roads or take a short cut to the next stop or take time out to sight see or bushwalk.
The scenery is spectacular. All roads used have a good sealed surface. Traffic is very light and this is an ideal time of year.
The Cars; All of our tours are designed for a wide range of cars, everything from Ferraris to Hyundais have come on tours. The important thing is to have a good time in whatever you bring.
However, if you would like to drive something a little more exotic that your daily drive, we can now offer a range of Porsche Boxsters for hire.
Day 1.
Saturday 3 November
Sydney – Lake Crackenback
Leave Sydney via the Hume to Marulan and then take to the back roads. There are some wonderful roads around the back of Lake George We head down the highway to Cooma before exploring more backroads on the way to Jindabyne and Lake Crackenback resort.
Day 2.
Sunday 4 November
Lake Crackenback – Lake Crackenback
There is an easy start to the day with a quite run through Jindabyne, before things liven up on the way to Adaminaby which is a great place for a break. We then head west on the Snowy Mountains Highway and into the National Park and the old goldfields around Kiandra. Then onto an amazing road through the heart of the mountains to Australia’s highest town, Cabramurra before snaking through valleys and peaks to Khancoban. We then join the legendary Alpine Way and head back to Lake Crackenback.
Day 3.
Monday 5 November
Lake Crackenback – Sydney
First up this morning there are some wonderful, deserted, high country roads through a unique landscape, I am sure you will be impressed with the loop through Dalgety to Cooma onto the Monaro and back to Canberra. Just short of the Capital we head into the amazing Brindabella Ranges. You can then choose to stay in Canberra for the night of head up the Freeway to home.
The Cost; $495/head/twin share ($990/couple). This includes all accommodation and cooked beakfast, a detailed road-book so you can find all the best roads. I will be there to smooth the way and ensure everyone can stay on track.
The next step:
Let me know if you would like to be included. I will organize for you to pay a deposit to secure your place and keep you informed on developments on the lead up to the tour.
David Thomas
0418 473 916