8 DAY FULLY INCLUSIVE TOUR
16TH JULY TO 23RD JULY 2021
Ignite your wanderlust and get a taste of the tropics on this all NEW tour, including two nights in Charters Towers. This historic gold mining town with its un-rivalled public architecture is arguably one of the most beautiful inland cities. The coastal city of Townsville is a vibrant mix of modern architecture and restored heritage buildings. Enjoy alfresco dining, explore the Great Barrier Reef or just enjoy the scenery. We also hop over to Magnetic Island for a look see.
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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Local Tour of Charters Towers, Venus Gold Battery, Texas Longhorn Cattle Station, Military History Tour of Townsville Palmetum Botanic Garden, Ingham Cemetery, Girringun National Park, Queensland Museum, The Miners Cottage, Military Museum, Frosty Mango, Wallaman Falls, Reef HQ Aquarium, Billabong Sanctuary and Magnetic Island Day Trip.
CRUISE
Magnetic Island Ferry
MULTIPLE NIGHT STAYS
5 nights in Townsville
CRUISE
Magnetic Island Ferry
MULTIPLE NIGHT STAYS
5 nights in Townsville
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: |
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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: FRIDAY 16TH JULY, 2021
MELBOURNE TO TOWNSVILLE
With pickup from your home, we transfer to Melbourne Airport to join our flight to Townsville. You will be met in Townsville by your coach crew and taken to your accommodation for the next 5 nights. The Ville-Casino is hotel accommodation on the Marina, offering views of the Coral Sea and Magnetic Island. It is less than 700 metres from the beachfront along the Strand. Unpack and relax before joining the group for our first dinner
OVERNIGHT: The Ville-Casino, TOWNSVILLE
With pickup from your home, we transfer to Melbourne Airport to join our flight to Townsville. You will be met in Townsville by your coach crew and taken to your accommodation for the next 5 nights. The Ville-Casino is hotel accommodation on the Marina, offering views of the Coral Sea and Magnetic Island. It is less than 700 metres from the beachfront along the Strand. Unpack and relax before joining the group for our first dinner
OVERNIGHT: The Ville-Casino, TOWNSVILLE
day 2: SATURDAY 17TH JULY, 2021
TOWNSVILLE LOCAL HISTORY TOUR
Townsville is home of Australia’s largest defence base, so this morning we uncover the secrets of Townsville’s fascinating military history with a guided tour led by a former Australian Army soldier. Visit Kissing Point Fort, Black Hawk Memorial and Lavarack Barracks, then explore the exhibitions at the Military Museum. After a great morning, we enjoy lunch and a visit to the Townsville Palmetum Gardens. Stroll around some of the 25 hectares of land viewing the rain forest area which has trees and plants unique to the rain forest, and an area that has various species of Cacti and Succulents, signs explaining the different bird species, plenty of seats to have a rest and if you are lucky you may see wild wallabies. We return to our accommodation, with a free afternoon to relax and enjoy the beautiful pool and surrounds at The Ville-Casino.
OVERNIGHT: The Ville-Casino, TOWNSVILLE
Townsville is home of Australia’s largest defence base, so this morning we uncover the secrets of Townsville’s fascinating military history with a guided tour led by a former Australian Army soldier. Visit Kissing Point Fort, Black Hawk Memorial and Lavarack Barracks, then explore the exhibitions at the Military Museum. After a great morning, we enjoy lunch and a visit to the Townsville Palmetum Gardens. Stroll around some of the 25 hectares of land viewing the rain forest area which has trees and plants unique to the rain forest, and an area that has various species of Cacti and Succulents, signs explaining the different bird species, plenty of seats to have a rest and if you are lucky you may see wild wallabies. We return to our accommodation, with a free afternoon to relax and enjoy the beautiful pool and surrounds at The Ville-Casino.
OVERNIGHT: The Ville-Casino, TOWNSVILLE
DAY 3: SUNDAY 18TH JULY, 2021
INGHAM
Today we take a drive north of Townsville making our first stop at the iconic Frosty North Queensland. Continuing through to Ingham known as “little Italy”, we take a visit to the local Ingham Cemetery. The strong Mediterranean influences of the area give a magnificent display of tile mausoleums - amazing! We stop in the main street of Ingham for a lunch break before heading up to the country’s tallest single-drop waterfall – Wallaman Falls. The main drop is 268 metres, with a pool at the bottom of 20 metres deep. Enjoy the beautiful drive up to the falls driving through the Girringun National Park, which is one of the Wet Tropics World Heritage areas.
OVERNIGHT: The Ville-Casino, TOWNSVILLE
Today we take a drive north of Townsville making our first stop at the iconic Frosty North Queensland. Continuing through to Ingham known as “little Italy”, we take a visit to the local Ingham Cemetery. The strong Mediterranean influences of the area give a magnificent display of tile mausoleums - amazing! We stop in the main street of Ingham for a lunch break before heading up to the country’s tallest single-drop waterfall – Wallaman Falls. The main drop is 268 metres, with a pool at the bottom of 20 metres deep. Enjoy the beautiful drive up to the falls driving through the Girringun National Park, which is one of the Wet Tropics World Heritage areas.
OVERNIGHT: The Ville-Casino, TOWNSVILLE
DAY 4: MONDAY 19TH JULY, 2021
TOWNSVILLE
After a leisurely breakfast, we start our day visiting the Reef HQ Aquarium, the largest living coral reef aquarium. You will be amazed at the 100 types of coral on the reef, fish, sea urchins and other marine life. They also have a dedicated turtle hospital facility where sick and injured marine turtles can be cared for and rehabilitated. In the same complex is the Queensland Museum, allowing you to wander through them both. This museum shows natural history, archaeology and history located in Townsville. This afternoon we head down to the Billabong Sanctuary arriving in time for the 1pm Crocodile Feeding, followed by the Free flight Bird show. Before heading back to our Hotel, we can watch the Turtle Races and Dingo’s.
OVERNIGHT: The Ville-Casino, TOWNSVILLE
After a leisurely breakfast, we start our day visiting the Reef HQ Aquarium, the largest living coral reef aquarium. You will be amazed at the 100 types of coral on the reef, fish, sea urchins and other marine life. They also have a dedicated turtle hospital facility where sick and injured marine turtles can be cared for and rehabilitated. In the same complex is the Queensland Museum, allowing you to wander through them both. This museum shows natural history, archaeology and history located in Townsville. This afternoon we head down to the Billabong Sanctuary arriving in time for the 1pm Crocodile Feeding, followed by the Free flight Bird show. Before heading back to our Hotel, we can watch the Turtle Races and Dingo’s.
OVERNIGHT: The Ville-Casino, TOWNSVILLE
DAY 5: TUESDAY 20TH JULY, 2021
MAGNETIC ISLAND DAY TRIP
Magnetic Island is only 8 kilometres offshore from the city of Townsville. This mountainous island has effectively become a suburb of Townsville, with over 2,000 permanent residents. It averages over 320 days of sunshine each year! More than half of the Island is National park. We catch the local ferry across to Magnetic Island this morning, where we are met by a local guide who will take us on a bus tour of Magnetic Island, showing us some of “Maggie Islands” highlights. View beautiful pristine beaches, After a great day, we return on the ferry back to the mainland of Townsville and our accommodation.
OVERNIGHT: The Ville-Casino, TOWNSVILLE
Magnetic Island is only 8 kilometres offshore from the city of Townsville. This mountainous island has effectively become a suburb of Townsville, with over 2,000 permanent residents. It averages over 320 days of sunshine each year! More than half of the Island is National park. We catch the local ferry across to Magnetic Island this morning, where we are met by a local guide who will take us on a bus tour of Magnetic Island, showing us some of “Maggie Islands” highlights. View beautiful pristine beaches, After a great day, we return on the ferry back to the mainland of Townsville and our accommodation.
OVERNIGHT: The Ville-Casino, TOWNSVILLE
DAY 6: WEDNESDAY 21ST JULY, 2021
CHARTERS TOWERS
Today we drive to Charters Towers. There we will learn all about the last quarter of the 19th century when the township boomed as the rich gold deposits under the city were developed. Our local guide will show us the highlights of Charters Towers. A stop in town for lunch, followed with a visit to the Venus Gold Battery, where we learn about the working life of the battery, then to The Miners Cottage, where you can try your hand with a bit of gold panning.
OVERNIGHT: Cattleman’s Rest Motor Inn, CHARTERS TOWERS
Today we drive to Charters Towers. There we will learn all about the last quarter of the 19th century when the township boomed as the rich gold deposits under the city were developed. Our local guide will show us the highlights of Charters Towers. A stop in town for lunch, followed with a visit to the Venus Gold Battery, where we learn about the working life of the battery, then to The Miners Cottage, where you can try your hand with a bit of gold panning.
OVERNIGHT: Cattleman’s Rest Motor Inn, CHARTERS TOWERS
DAY 7: THURSDAY 22ND JULY, 2021
CHARTERS TOWERS
This morning we head out of town to Leahton Park to learn about the largest herd of full blood Texas Longhorn cattle in Australia. The 1100 acre property is family owned by Michael & Linda, allowing us to enjoy learning about the cattle first hand. They opened in 2009, operating the award winning Texas Longhorn Wagon Tour & Safaris. Take a horse drawn wagon ride and a trip back in time - back to the old west, to the era of the legendary Texas Longhorns! These historical cattle are direct descendents of the millions of Texas Longhorns that descendants of the millions of Texas Longhorns that walked in the great trail herds from Texas in the late 1800's. Enjoy a camp oven cooked damper and billy tea served from the genuine cowboy chuck wagon before taking an informative tour of the custom saddle shop. Learn some of the history of this iconic and magnificent breed of cattle whilst enjoying the yarns with your hosts. Also at Leahton Park you will also get to see Water Buffalo, American Bison, African Watusi and Scottish Highland cattle. A unique and memorable Australian outback experience where the Aussie Bush meets the Old West! After a great day out, you can enjoy some free time to stroll around the main street.
OVERNIGHT: Cattleman’s Rest Motor Inn, CHARTERS TOWERS
This morning we head out of town to Leahton Park to learn about the largest herd of full blood Texas Longhorn cattle in Australia. The 1100 acre property is family owned by Michael & Linda, allowing us to enjoy learning about the cattle first hand. They opened in 2009, operating the award winning Texas Longhorn Wagon Tour & Safaris. Take a horse drawn wagon ride and a trip back in time - back to the old west, to the era of the legendary Texas Longhorns! These historical cattle are direct descendents of the millions of Texas Longhorns that descendants of the millions of Texas Longhorns that walked in the great trail herds from Texas in the late 1800's. Enjoy a camp oven cooked damper and billy tea served from the genuine cowboy chuck wagon before taking an informative tour of the custom saddle shop. Learn some of the history of this iconic and magnificent breed of cattle whilst enjoying the yarns with your hosts. Also at Leahton Park you will also get to see Water Buffalo, American Bison, African Watusi and Scottish Highland cattle. A unique and memorable Australian outback experience where the Aussie Bush meets the Old West! After a great day out, you can enjoy some free time to stroll around the main street.
OVERNIGHT: Cattleman’s Rest Motor Inn, CHARTERS TOWERS
DAY 8:FRIDAY 23RD JULY, 2021
HEADING HOME
After an early breakfast, we head to the Townsville Airport for our flight home to Melbourne (via Brisbane). As always our limousines and coach await our arrival in Melbourne for transfer to your home.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement today.
After an early breakfast, we head to the Townsville Airport for our flight home to Melbourne (via Brisbane). As always our limousines and coach await our arrival in Melbourne for transfer to your home.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement today.
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 and two course restaurant dinners daily.
No Hidden Extras
O'Shannessy's Quality Tours are fully inclusive.
“... Basking in more than 300 days of sunshine each year and surrounded by a myriad of natural wonders, Townsville is the perfect place to be on your next holiday...”
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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 for your tour.