Media Release – Thursday 12 December 2013
Thredbo will host its first ever Australia Day walk on 26 January 2014 and the village is inviting visitors to the region to celebrate this special day for Australians the alpine way.
“Visitors can take part in the special buzz of Australia Day at the highest point in Australia, Mount Kosciuszko, with a fabulous new guided walk,” said Ian Foster, General Manager of The Lantern Property Group which operates Lantern Apartments, Lhotsky Apartments and Elevation Apartments amongst others.
“For Australians, the Kosciuszko National Park is renowned as a high country walking destination, and what better day to celebrate our national day than with a trip to the summit,” Ian continued.
The new Australia Day Walk offers visitors the chance to hike to Mount Kosciuszko accompanied by an expert guide, take in the summer mountain air and discover the true beauty of the rugged Australian alpine landscape. The walk takes place on Australia Day, Sunday 26 January 2014 and includes a guided walk, one day scenic chairlift access and Mount Kosciuszko certificate. The walk fee is $43 per adult and $28 per child with family passes available.
“Thredbo enjoys quite warm January days, and there’s lots to do here in summer including hiking, mountain biking, fly fishing and horse riding.
“Plus down in the Thredbo village visitors can enjoy the bobsled, tennis, golf and swimming at the Thredbo Leisure Centre,” Ian continued.
Throughout summer and including Australia Day, Lantern Apartments is offering a special third night free accommodation special. Book now and pay for two nights and stay for three. Or you can make a longer stay and pay for four nights and stay for six, or pay for six nights and stay for nine. This special offer is available from just $395* per apartment, twin share, for three nights.
“Head to Thredbo for Australia Day the alpine way, we can’t wait to welcome visitors to the region,” concluded Ian.
The Lantern Thredbo Apartments in Thredbo in the NSW Snowy Mountains offer a selection of properties to suit every taste and budget, from one bedroom apartments with spectacular views right through to four bedroom chalets with every modern luxury.
To book or find out more visit www.lanternapartments.com.au or call 1800 020 598.
* Terms and conditions apply. Offer is not valid from 24 December to 19 January, and over the Easter weekend.