7 DAY FULLY INCLUSIVE TOUR
15TH APRIL TO 21ST APRIL 2021
Bundanoon is Brigadoon. The Southern Highlands in New South Wales, Australia comes to life with Scottish festivities and celebrations as the township of Bundanoon is transformed into the mystical Brigadoon each year! From it’s humble beginnings of a handful of pipe bands and spectators - is now recognised worldwide and has grown in to one of the finest Highland Gatherings in Australia.
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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Walk, Street Art Benalla, Albury, Cooma Cottage, Mittagong, Brigadoon - Highland Gathering, Bowral, Bradman International Cricket Hall of Fame, Eling Forest Winery, Red Cow Farm, Illawarra Fly Tree Top Walk, Fitzroy Falls - Kangaroo Valley, Hamden Bridge, Batemans Bay, Boydtown - Seahorse Inn,
Lakes Entrance and Jindivik.
MULTIPLE NIGHT STAYS
3 nights in Mittagong.
PRICE
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Twin Share Room First Tour: Twin Share Room Repeat Traveller 2 - 10 Tours: Twin Share Room Repeat Traveller 11 - 20 Tours: Twin Share Room Repeat Traveller 21+ Tours: Single Room Supplement: Deposit: |
$3,050 per person $3,025 per person $3,000 per person $2,975 per person $ 500 per person $200 per person upon booking |
O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours will match single travellers who wish to twin share, with another single traveller of the same gender.
However, if this is not possible, you shall be provided with single accommodation at the twin share fare (no additional cost).
However, if this is not possible, you shall be provided with single accommodation at the twin share fare (no additional cost).
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ITINERARY
DAY 1: THURSDAY 15TH APRIL, 2021
MELBOURNE TO ALBURY
We’re collected from home this morning by our chauffeur service and transferred to meet our O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours coach and crew for our Bundanoon is Brigadoon Tour! Departing Melbourne, we to Seymour where we’ll take a little time to view the Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Walk, built to commemorate the service of all who played their part in what turned out to be a tumultuous part of Australia’s history. The centre piece of this Walk is the wall, made up of panels of DigiGlass with the name of every Serviceman and Woman who served, in their various capacities in that conflict. Arriving into Benalla for lunch, we’ll drive around the city taking in some of the Street Art – artists from around the world were brought together to paint murals on bare walls, some over three stories high. We now continue to Albury for our first night’s accommodation.
OVERNIGHT: Best Western Plus Hovell Tree, ALBURY
We’re collected from home this morning by our chauffeur service and transferred to meet our O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours coach and crew for our Bundanoon is Brigadoon Tour! Departing Melbourne, we to Seymour where we’ll take a little time to view the Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Walk, built to commemorate the service of all who played their part in what turned out to be a tumultuous part of Australia’s history. The centre piece of this Walk is the wall, made up of panels of DigiGlass with the name of every Serviceman and Woman who served, in their various capacities in that conflict. Arriving into Benalla for lunch, we’ll drive around the city taking in some of the Street Art – artists from around the world were brought together to paint murals on bare walls, some over three stories high. We now continue to Albury for our first night’s accommodation.
OVERNIGHT: Best Western Plus Hovell Tree, ALBURY
day 2: FRIDAY 16TH APRIL, 2021
ALBURY TO MITTAGONG
Up a little earlier this morning to make our way to Yass in good time. Here you’ll enjoy lunch before exploring the home of the first Australian-born explorer, Hamilton Hume at Cooma Cottage. As our guide leads us through this fine example of a pioneer dwelling, we capture the lives they must have led. Afterwards we continue on to Mittagong, arriving at the hotel in time to settle in before dinner.
OVERNIGHT: Springs Resort, MITTAGONG
Up a little earlier this morning to make our way to Yass in good time. Here you’ll enjoy lunch before exploring the home of the first Australian-born explorer, Hamilton Hume at Cooma Cottage. As our guide leads us through this fine example of a pioneer dwelling, we capture the lives they must have led. Afterwards we continue on to Mittagong, arriving at the hotel in time to settle in before dinner.
OVERNIGHT: Springs Resort, MITTAGONG
DAY 3: SATURDAY 17TH APRIL, 2021
BUNDANOON IS BRIGADOON
Today we experience the excitement of the Annual Highland Gathering – “Brigadoon”. Thousands line the streets as the Parade begins where hundreds of pipes and drums, colourful floats and displays, marchers and vintage cars make their way to the grounds for the games. We have pre-arranged our tickets - the profits from their sale contributing to many worthwhile charities and community causes in the Bundanoon area. As the Official Opening ceremony takes place, the Chieftain of the Day welcomes visitors to the gathering, inspects the massed bands and clan representatives, and presides over the day. After the inspection, the bands retire and the games begin. Discover Scottish Country & Highland dancing, individual Pipe Band displays and for the dog-lovers, Highland Cavaliers and Southern Highland Kennel & Obedience Club. Enjoy the traditional and not-so-traditional games from caber toss, shot putt to hay toss haggis hurling! What fun! The day ends with the Closing Ceremony after which, we return to our accommodation in Mittagong.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement.
OVERNIGHT: Springs Resort, MITTAGONG
Today we experience the excitement of the Annual Highland Gathering – “Brigadoon”. Thousands line the streets as the Parade begins where hundreds of pipes and drums, colourful floats and displays, marchers and vintage cars make their way to the grounds for the games. We have pre-arranged our tickets - the profits from their sale contributing to many worthwhile charities and community causes in the Bundanoon area. As the Official Opening ceremony takes place, the Chieftain of the Day welcomes visitors to the gathering, inspects the massed bands and clan representatives, and presides over the day. After the inspection, the bands retire and the games begin. Discover Scottish Country & Highland dancing, individual Pipe Band displays and for the dog-lovers, Highland Cavaliers and Southern Highland Kennel & Obedience Club. Enjoy the traditional and not-so-traditional games from caber toss, shot putt to hay toss haggis hurling! What fun! The day ends with the Closing Ceremony after which, we return to our accommodation in Mittagong.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement.
OVERNIGHT: Springs Resort, MITTAGONG
DAY 4: SUNDAY 18TH APRIL, 2021
THE SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS
Today we travel to Bowral. This pretty village is nestled in the shadow of Mount Gibraltar. Here we start with a visit at the Bradman International Cricket Hall of Fame. Cricketer Sir Donald Bradman, probably Australia’s greatest sporting hero, spent his boyhood here in Bowral and the museum evokes memories of happy and proud moments in our history. We now enjoy some time to wander the quaint township before escaping to the tranquillity of Eling Forest Winery. Sit back and relax as we taste the cool climate wine and enjoy our lunch in the stunning country style landscape. We then complete our day amongst the enchanting gardens at Red Cow Farm, a dream come true for anyone with a green thumb. Garden lovers can enjoy an amazing choice of gardens including a walled garden, vegetable garden, an orchard and more.
OVERNIGHT: Springs Resort, MITTAGONG
Today we travel to Bowral. This pretty village is nestled in the shadow of Mount Gibraltar. Here we start with a visit at the Bradman International Cricket Hall of Fame. Cricketer Sir Donald Bradman, probably Australia’s greatest sporting hero, spent his boyhood here in Bowral and the museum evokes memories of happy and proud moments in our history. We now enjoy some time to wander the quaint township before escaping to the tranquillity of Eling Forest Winery. Sit back and relax as we taste the cool climate wine and enjoy our lunch in the stunning country style landscape. We then complete our day amongst the enchanting gardens at Red Cow Farm, a dream come true for anyone with a green thumb. Garden lovers can enjoy an amazing choice of gardens including a walled garden, vegetable garden, an orchard and more.
OVERNIGHT: Springs Resort, MITTAGONG
DAY 5: MONDAY 19TH APRIL, 2021
FITZROY FALLS AND KANGAROO VALLEY
This morning we can appreciate the beauty of this area as we travel to the exciting Illawarra Fly Tree Top Walk. There is some walking involved but the views over the treetops and down the Illawarra coastline are magnificent. Retracing our steps slightly we come to the Fitzroy Falls Visitors Centre, located in the middle of the cool rainforest. Meeting our guide for Interpretive Tour, we stroll along the boardwalk to the top of the Fitzroy Falls. The scenery is stunning! You’ll then have time to purchase lunch before spending the afternoon travelling through the picturesque Kangaroo Valley. Taking in the scenery, we’ll travel over the historic Hamden Bridge, design with gothic Victorian sandstone towers that make it look like the entrance to a secret medieval castle. Heading towards the coast now we arrive at Batemans Bay and settle in for the evening.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement.
OVERNIGHT: Best Western Sunseeker Motor Inn, BATEMANS BAY
This morning we can appreciate the beauty of this area as we travel to the exciting Illawarra Fly Tree Top Walk. There is some walking involved but the views over the treetops and down the Illawarra coastline are magnificent. Retracing our steps slightly we come to the Fitzroy Falls Visitors Centre, located in the middle of the cool rainforest. Meeting our guide for Interpretive Tour, we stroll along the boardwalk to the top of the Fitzroy Falls. The scenery is stunning! You’ll then have time to purchase lunch before spending the afternoon travelling through the picturesque Kangaroo Valley. Taking in the scenery, we’ll travel over the historic Hamden Bridge, design with gothic Victorian sandstone towers that make it look like the entrance to a secret medieval castle. Heading towards the coast now we arrive at Batemans Bay and settle in for the evening.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement.
OVERNIGHT: Best Western Sunseeker Motor Inn, BATEMANS BAY
DAY 6: TUESDAY 20TH APRIL, 2021
BATEMANS BAY TO LAKES ENTRANCE
Continuing our return journey, we travel to Boydtown. Benjamin Boyd, the son of a London Banker established Boydtown at Twofold Bay in the mid 1800’s as his headquarters for his whaling and grazing exploits. Boyd had grandiose ideas of developing the town to not only to rival nearby Eden but Sydney itself. His grand plans never eventuated and the only buildings erected were the Seahorse Inn – where we enjoy lunch today, Boyd’s Church and Lookout Tower. This afternoon we head through Cann River and Orbost and onto Lakes Entrance for our overnight stay.
OVERNIGHT: Bellevue on the Lakes, LAKES ENTRANCE
Continuing our return journey, we travel to Boydtown. Benjamin Boyd, the son of a London Banker established Boydtown at Twofold Bay in the mid 1800’s as his headquarters for his whaling and grazing exploits. Boyd had grandiose ideas of developing the town to not only to rival nearby Eden but Sydney itself. His grand plans never eventuated and the only buildings erected were the Seahorse Inn – where we enjoy lunch today, Boyd’s Church and Lookout Tower. This afternoon we head through Cann River and Orbost and onto Lakes Entrance for our overnight stay.
OVERNIGHT: Bellevue on the Lakes, LAKES ENTRANCE
DAY 7: WEDNESDAY 21ST APRIL, 2021
LAKES ENTRANCE TO MELBOURNE
Heading to Trafalgar this morning we tour up through Willow Grove, passing the Blue Rock Dam, Hill End Icy Creek and onto the pretty town of Neerim. From here we’ll slip along the Jackson Track to Jindivick for lunch at the charming Jindivick Tavern. After lunch we make our way home where as usual, we will be dropped at our doorsteps to complete a wonderful holiday full of fantastic memories of Bundanoon is Brigadoon and the Southern Highlands.
Heading to Trafalgar this morning we tour up through Willow Grove, passing the Blue Rock Dam, Hill End Icy Creek and onto the pretty town of Neerim. From here we’ll slip along the Jackson Track to Jindivick for lunch at the charming Jindivick Tavern. After lunch we make our way home where as usual, we will be dropped at our doorsteps to complete a wonderful holiday full of fantastic memories of Bundanoon is Brigadoon and the Southern Highlands.
TOUR INCLUSIONS
Complimentary chauffeur driven transfers
Victorian passengers from Greater Melbourne, Bendigo, Torquay, Ballarat, Geelong, the Bellarine and Mornington Peninsulas, Phillip Island and selected areas of Gippsland will be picked up from home in a private chauffeured vehicle by one of our professional drivers.
For Victorian passengers not within this pick up zone, or our interstate passengers a quote can be provided for home pickup in extended areas. At the end of your tour, you will be safely returned home with memories of a sensational tour.
O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours Touring Coach
Features include comfy reclining seats for a maximum of 36 passengers with plenty of leg room to stretch out.
Arm and foot rests, seat belts, panoramic windows with blinds, refrigerator for passenger use, Road Cam screens which display the road ahead in real time and an onboard rest room. A second door for easier entry and exit,
a hands-free hand sanitizer dispenser onboard and full air suspension for a smooth, quiet ride.
Tour Director
Dedicated O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours coach crew (tour directors) on board to ensure
your travel experience is memorable.
Best Available Quality Accommodation
Ensuite motel accommodation each night.
Attractions
All tours and interest venues as per itinerary.
Meals
Full cooked breakfasts, morning tea, most lunches (two lunches at own expense and arrangement) and two course restaurant dinners daily.
No Hidden Extras
O'Shannessy's Quality Tours are fully inclusive.
“... From its humble beginnings of a handful of pipe bands and spectators, it is now recognised worldwide and has grown to into one of the finest Highland Gatherings in Australia...”
Visit NSW website.
PAYMENT AND CANCELLATION POLICY
Balance due on invoice approximately 30 days prior to departure.
Deposit is fully refundable until 31 days prior to departure date.
Prices include GST and all taxes.
Cancellation 30 to 8 days before tour departure date, 20% Refund of Tour Cost
Cancellation within 7 days of tour departure date, No Refund
On or after tour date departure, No Refund
Travel Insurance is not compulsory, however we highly recommended you take out comprehensive travel insurance with a reputable insurer at the time you pay for your tour.
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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Rockhampton, Gracemere Hotel, Cattle Sale Yards, The Spire Tropic of Capricorn, Botanic Gardens and Zoo, Koorana Crocodile Farm, Singing Ship - Emu Park, Yeppoon, Archer Park Rail Museum, Rockhampton Art Gallery, The Capricorn Caves, Langmorn Cattle Station, Great Keppel Island, Thunderegg Park, Mount Morgan Historical Museum and Mount Morgan Railway Museum.
CRUISE
Coral Luncheon Cruise
RAIL
Purrey Steam Train
MULTIPLE NIGHT STAYS
7 nights in Rockhampton
Rockhampton, Gracemere Hotel, Cattle Sale Yards, The Spire Tropic of Capricorn, Botanic Gardens and Zoo, Koorana Crocodile Farm, Singing Ship - Emu Park, Yeppoon, Archer Park Rail Museum, Rockhampton Art Gallery, The Capricorn Caves, Langmorn Cattle Station, Great Keppel Island, Thunderegg Park, Mount Morgan Historical Museum and Mount Morgan Railway Museum.
CRUISE
Coral Luncheon Cruise
RAIL
Purrey Steam Train
MULTIPLE NIGHT STAYS
7 nights in Rockhampton
PRICE
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Twin Share Room First Tour: Twin Share Room Repeat Traveller 2 - 10 Tours: Twin Share Room Repeat Traveller 11 - 20 Tours: Twin Share Room Repeat Traveller 21+ Tours: Single Room Supplement: Deposit: |
$4,845 per person $4,795 per person $4,770 per person $4,745 per person $ 560 per person $200 per person upon booking |
O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours will match single travellers who wish to twin share, with another single traveller of the same gender.
However, if this is not possible, you shall be provided with single accommodation at the twin share fare (no additional cost).
However, if this is not possible, you shall be provided with single accommodation at the twin share fare (no additional cost).
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ITINERARY
DAY 1: THURSDAY 5th august, 2021
MELBOURNE TO ROCKHAMPTON
With pickup from home, we transfer to Melbourne Airport to join our flight to Rockhampton via a stopover in Brisbane. We will be met in Rockhampton by our coach crew and taken directly to our hotel accommodation at Korte’s Resort a family owned and operated resort.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement / Refreshments on flight
OVERNIGHT: Korte’s Resort, ROCKHAMPTON
With pickup from home, we transfer to Melbourne Airport to join our flight to Rockhampton via a stopover in Brisbane. We will be met in Rockhampton by our coach crew and taken directly to our hotel accommodation at Korte’s Resort a family owned and operated resort.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement / Refreshments on flight
OVERNIGHT: Korte’s Resort, ROCKHAMPTON
day 2: friday 6th August , 2021
CATTLE SALE YARDS, TROPIC OF CAPRICORN
After breakfast slap on that Akubra! It’s time to take in the dust and drama of the largest sale yards in the Southern Hemisphere. Central Queensland Livestock Exchange formerly known as the “Gracemere Sale yards” commenced operations in January 1953. Located at Gracemere, just 8 km from Rockhampton the cattle sales are a weekly highlight for both locals and visitors. Watch fair dinkum farmers and cattle graziers bidding big bucks as they stock up at the live auctions. After lunch, we head to the Visitors Centre, to see the Spire Tropic of Capricorn, before heading to the Rockhampton Botanical Gardens and Zoo to experience beautiful tropical Queensland foliage and zoo exhibits at this spacious garden and sanctuary near the city’s tranquil Murray Lagoon. Enjoy tranquility amid the palm trees, spectacular Banyan fig trees, as well as the Japanese Garden and an arboretum for tropical fruit trees. Be transported to the Queensland desert in the Arid Garden and walk along a boulevard of fragrant tamarind trees. Then to top all this off, the zoo is part of the Gardens. Watch cassowaries, sleepy koalas, wombats, collection of reptiles and mischievous dingoes. Don your Akubra again, as we enjoy a meal at Rockhampton’s iconic Great Western Hotel established in 1862. We not only enjoy the country food but also watch cowboys and cowgirls buck their way around the indoor rodeo arena while we sink our teeth into the Great Western’s steak.
OVERNIGHT: Korte’s Resort, ROCKHAMPTON
After breakfast slap on that Akubra! It’s time to take in the dust and drama of the largest sale yards in the Southern Hemisphere. Central Queensland Livestock Exchange formerly known as the “Gracemere Sale yards” commenced operations in January 1953. Located at Gracemere, just 8 km from Rockhampton the cattle sales are a weekly highlight for both locals and visitors. Watch fair dinkum farmers and cattle graziers bidding big bucks as they stock up at the live auctions. After lunch, we head to the Visitors Centre, to see the Spire Tropic of Capricorn, before heading to the Rockhampton Botanical Gardens and Zoo to experience beautiful tropical Queensland foliage and zoo exhibits at this spacious garden and sanctuary near the city’s tranquil Murray Lagoon. Enjoy tranquility amid the palm trees, spectacular Banyan fig trees, as well as the Japanese Garden and an arboretum for tropical fruit trees. Be transported to the Queensland desert in the Arid Garden and walk along a boulevard of fragrant tamarind trees. Then to top all this off, the zoo is part of the Gardens. Watch cassowaries, sleepy koalas, wombats, collection of reptiles and mischievous dingoes. Don your Akubra again, as we enjoy a meal at Rockhampton’s iconic Great Western Hotel established in 1862. We not only enjoy the country food but also watch cowboys and cowgirls buck their way around the indoor rodeo arena while we sink our teeth into the Great Western’s steak.
OVERNIGHT: Korte’s Resort, ROCKHAMPTON
DAY 3: saturday 7th August, 2021
CROCODILE FARM, EMU PARK AND YEPPOON
After breakfast we head to the Koorana Crocodile Farm. Owned and operated by the charismatic croc crusader John Lever, this working crocodile farm will place us just metres from some salty giants! Be entertained and informed by John and his passionate staff as they escort us around the pens on a fully guided tour. Have your photo taken whilst holding a baby croc, learn why crocs sit there with their mouths wide open (amongst many other fun facts) and, at the end of it all, try a croc kebab! After the farm we head to Emu Park, and stop at the famous Singing Ship – it’s easy to spot, atop the headland with time if you like to make our way to the Centenary of Anzac Memorial Walk. The 175-metre boardwalk ends with a viewing deck below the Singing Ship. From here we can enter the outside Memorial Gallery, which displays artwork telling the WWI story. We also stop off in Yeppoon for a look on our way back to the Motel.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement
OVERNIGHT: Korte’s Resort, ROCKHAMPTON
After breakfast we head to the Koorana Crocodile Farm. Owned and operated by the charismatic croc crusader John Lever, this working crocodile farm will place us just metres from some salty giants! Be entertained and informed by John and his passionate staff as they escort us around the pens on a fully guided tour. Have your photo taken whilst holding a baby croc, learn why crocs sit there with their mouths wide open (amongst many other fun facts) and, at the end of it all, try a croc kebab! After the farm we head to Emu Park, and stop at the famous Singing Ship – it’s easy to spot, atop the headland with time if you like to make our way to the Centenary of Anzac Memorial Walk. The 175-metre boardwalk ends with a viewing deck below the Singing Ship. From here we can enter the outside Memorial Gallery, which displays artwork telling the WWI story. We also stop off in Yeppoon for a look on our way back to the Motel.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement
OVERNIGHT: Korte’s Resort, ROCKHAMPTON
DAY 4: sunday 8th august, 2021
RAIL MUSUEM, ART GALLERY AND CAPRICORN CAVES
First stop today is a visit to the Archer Park Rail Museum, where we’ll be treated to fascinating exhibits of rolling stock, and a ride of the Purrey Steam Tram which puffs along a short track. Later today we visit the Rockhampton Art Gallery which houses the finest collection of mid-twentieth century Australian art in regional Queensland.
You’d be a “mad cow” to miss works from Albert Tucker, Fred Williams, Arthur Boyd, Russell Drysdale, Sidney Nolan, Margaret Olley and Lloyd Rees (to name but a few!). This afternoon we visit the Capricorn Caves. The Cathedral Tour has something for everyone. Hauntingly beautiful music showcases the Cathedral Chamber’s amazing natural acoustics, and the accompanying light show transports you away to a totally different world. Walk through the Zig Zag passage and suspension bridge, finishing with a sense of adventure. This cave has easy walking with some stairs, and is well lit and wheelchair accessible. After a great day, we head back to Korte’s Resort for a rest before dinner.
OVERNIGHT: Korte’s Resort, ROCKHAMPTON
First stop today is a visit to the Archer Park Rail Museum, where we’ll be treated to fascinating exhibits of rolling stock, and a ride of the Purrey Steam Tram which puffs along a short track. Later today we visit the Rockhampton Art Gallery which houses the finest collection of mid-twentieth century Australian art in regional Queensland.
You’d be a “mad cow” to miss works from Albert Tucker, Fred Williams, Arthur Boyd, Russell Drysdale, Sidney Nolan, Margaret Olley and Lloyd Rees (to name but a few!). This afternoon we visit the Capricorn Caves. The Cathedral Tour has something for everyone. Hauntingly beautiful music showcases the Cathedral Chamber’s amazing natural acoustics, and the accompanying light show transports you away to a totally different world. Walk through the Zig Zag passage and suspension bridge, finishing with a sense of adventure. This cave has easy walking with some stairs, and is well lit and wheelchair accessible. After a great day, we head back to Korte’s Resort for a rest before dinner.
OVERNIGHT: Korte’s Resort, ROCKHAMPTON
DAY 5: monday 9th august, 2021
LANGMORN CATTLE STATION
Today we visit Langmorn Station (Creed Grazing Co) a working cattle station offering genuine country hospitality. We step back in time and immerse ourselves in the rich history of Australia’s cattle country pioneers. The owners and operators of the station – The Creed family, will give us a good old fashioned morning tea, then take us on a tour of the farm explaining the workings of the station. We visit the original homestead and see some of the memorabilia of the past, before they serve us a cattle station lunch. We return to Rockhampton with free time to relax around the pool before dinner.
OVERNIGHT: Korte’s Resort, ROCKHAMPTON
Today we visit Langmorn Station (Creed Grazing Co) a working cattle station offering genuine country hospitality. We step back in time and immerse ourselves in the rich history of Australia’s cattle country pioneers. The owners and operators of the station – The Creed family, will give us a good old fashioned morning tea, then take us on a tour of the farm explaining the workings of the station. We visit the original homestead and see some of the memorabilia of the past, before they serve us a cattle station lunch. We return to Rockhampton with free time to relax around the pool before dinner.
OVERNIGHT: Korte’s Resort, ROCKHAMPTON
DAY 6: tuesday 10th august, 2021
GREAT KEPPEL ISLAND
Freedom Fast Cats’ take us on a Coral Luncheon Cruise, perfect for those who are interested in viewing coral and colourful marine life up close and personal, without getting your feet wet! Upon arrival at Great Keppel Island, we enjoy morning tea, then depart on the glass bottom boat for a coral viewing cruise. During this time, the expert crew will provide an informative commentary about the history behind Great Keppel Island and surrounding marine life. Lunch will be served on board the ferry. We end the afternoon by either exploring the island village, browsing the Rainbow Hut souvenir shop, or going for a dip or simply relaxing on Keppel’s pristine white beaches before returning to Rockhampton.
OVERNIGHT: Korte’s Resort, ROCKHAMPTON
Freedom Fast Cats’ take us on a Coral Luncheon Cruise, perfect for those who are interested in viewing coral and colourful marine life up close and personal, without getting your feet wet! Upon arrival at Great Keppel Island, we enjoy morning tea, then depart on the glass bottom boat for a coral viewing cruise. During this time, the expert crew will provide an informative commentary about the history behind Great Keppel Island and surrounding marine life. Lunch will be served on board the ferry. We end the afternoon by either exploring the island village, browsing the Rainbow Hut souvenir shop, or going for a dip or simply relaxing on Keppel’s pristine white beaches before returning to Rockhampton.
OVERNIGHT: Korte’s Resort, ROCKHAMPTON
DAY 7: wednesday 11th august, 2021
MOUNT MORGAN
Today we head out to a “real gem” - The Mount Hay Gemstone Park. This is an internationally known thunderegg fossicking hotspot. Also known as ‘volcanic birthstones,’ thundereggs might not look magic on the outside, but once cut, these stones display stunning star formations – the pretty patterns a result of gas bubbles in molten lava, which have solidified on cooling. They’re all lying at the base of the once active Mount Hay and the best part is that it’s finders keepers! After lining our pockets with precious gems, we head to the historical township of Mount Morgan. Take a fascinating journey into Australia’s amazing gold mining history and delve into its prehistoric past. Visit Mount Morgan’s Historical Museum and the Railway Museum. Once one of the world’s richest gold mines and the busiest town in Queensland at its peak in the early 1900s, we can witness the town’s wealthy past, historic buildings and sites. After a great day, we return to our accommodation to rest or pack for our flight home tomorrow.
OVERNIGHT: Korte’s Resort, ROCKHAMPTON
Today we head out to a “real gem” - The Mount Hay Gemstone Park. This is an internationally known thunderegg fossicking hotspot. Also known as ‘volcanic birthstones,’ thundereggs might not look magic on the outside, but once cut, these stones display stunning star formations – the pretty patterns a result of gas bubbles in molten lava, which have solidified on cooling. They’re all lying at the base of the once active Mount Hay and the best part is that it’s finders keepers! After lining our pockets with precious gems, we head to the historical township of Mount Morgan. Take a fascinating journey into Australia’s amazing gold mining history and delve into its prehistoric past. Visit Mount Morgan’s Historical Museum and the Railway Museum. Once one of the world’s richest gold mines and the busiest town in Queensland at its peak in the early 1900s, we can witness the town’s wealthy past, historic buildings and sites. After a great day, we return to our accommodation to rest or pack for our flight home tomorrow.
OVERNIGHT: Korte’s Resort, ROCKHAMPTON
DAY 8: thursday 12th august, 2021
ROCKHAMPTON TO MELBOURNE
After a leisurely breakfast, we pack our bags and head to the Townsville Airport for our flight home to Melbourne (via Brisbane). As always our chauffeurs await our arrival in Melbourne for our trip home, full of fun memories of our tour to the Capricorn Coast.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement / Refreshments on flight
After a leisurely breakfast, we pack our bags and head to the Townsville Airport for our flight home to Melbourne (via Brisbane). As always our chauffeurs await our arrival in Melbourne for our trip home, full of fun memories of our tour to the Capricorn Coast.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement / Refreshments on flight
TOUR INCLUSIONS
Complimentary chauffeur driven transfers
Victorian passengers from Greater Melbourne, Bendigo, Torquay, Ballarat, Geelong, the Bellarine and Mornington Peninsulas, Phillip Island and selected areas of Gippsland will be picked up and returned home in a private chauffeured vehicle by one of our professional drivers.
Luxury Touring Coaches
Our full size 3 axle luxury coaches have only 32 -36 passenger seats allowing you even more personal space and extra leg room. Our coaches are fitted with comfortable reclining seats with aisle arm rests, foot rests, seat belts, panoramic windows with blinds, refrigerator for passenger use, Climate control air conditioning & Road Cam monitors which display the road ahead in real time. Each coach also has a second door for easier entry and exit and touchless hand sanitizer dispensers at each entry to help keep everyone safe. The coaches have full air suspension delivering a smooth and quiet ride which also allows us to lower the coach closer to the ground, making boarding and disembarking even easier.
Flights
Economy flights Melbourne to Rockhampton via Brisbane, and Townsville to Melbourne via Brisbane.
Tour Director
Dedicated O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours coach crew (tour directors) on board to ensure your travel experience is memorable.
Best Available Quality Accommodation
Ensuite motel accommodation each night.
Attractions
All tours and interest venues as per itinerary.
Meals
Full cooked breakfasts, morning tea, lunches and two course restaurant dinners daily.
3 lunches at own expense as per itinerary.
No Hidden Extras
O'Shannessy's Quality Tours are fully inclusive.
The Capricorn Coast. An exciting, diverse and breathtakingly beautiful destination.
Enjoy golden days, balmy nights, brilliant sunsets and moonlit evenings.
PAYMENT AND CANCELLATION POLICY
Balance due on invoice approximately 45 days prior to departure.
Deposit is fully refundable until 46 days prior to departure date.
Prices include GST and all taxes.
Cancellation 45 to 8 days before tour departure date 20% Refund of Tour Cost
Cancellation within 7 days of tour departure date No Refund
On or after tour date departure No Refund
Travel Insurance is not compulsory, however we highly recommended you take out comprehensive travel insurance with
a reputable insurer at the time you pay the balance for your tour.