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Fly into Sydney for an exclusive harbour cruise, then transfer to the Southern Highlands for 3 nights. The 43rd annual Gathering of the Clans at Bundanoon promises everything Scottish with a wee bit of Aussie flavour; massed pipe bands, highland games, Celtic dancing and more. Travel on to Mudgee and Goondiwindi with highlight visits to The Blue Mountains, Bathurst and Gulgong.
15th April 2021 - Diamond
POST TOUR EXTENDER OPTION
1 additional day (TOTAL 8 DAY TOUR)
• One-way economy class flight ex Sydney, Melbourne or Adelaide to Brisbane
• 1 additional night bed & breakfast post-tour at Sofitel Brisbane Central
• One-way Airtrain ticket ex Brisbane Domestic Terminal to Central Station
Plus $475pp Twin Share Plus $544 Sole Use
**Subject to availability – some block out dates apply. Prices are subject to change without notice**
DEPOSIT
$800pp required within 14 days of making booking to secure your reservation.
N.B. Full payment is required 60 days prior to departure.
This package is subject to an additional levy for coach/air/rail component that may be imposed and is out of Fun Over Fifty’s control. Flights are arranged to suit the tour as a group in advance, therefore we cannot book individual preferences or guarantee direct flights.
Our Diamond Class tours have a seat rotation policy for all guests. Read more for details.
‘Diamond Class’ tours include a beverage package each evening with dinner **(standard beer, wine, spirits and soft drink capped to a bar tab not unlimited)
This package is subject to an additional levy for coach/air/rail component that may be imposed and is out of Fun Over Fifty’s control. Flights are arranged to suit the tour as a group in advance, therefore we cannot book individual preferences or guarantee direct flights.
We fly into Sydney, arriving mid- morning to board a local coach and make our way to King Street Wharf. Here we join Captain Cook Cruises for a cruise on Sydney Harbour gliding past waterside landmarks including the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. Whilst you view Sydney’s iconic waterside landmarks, you will enjoy a delicious lunch. Back on land we board our ‘Diamond Class’ coach and make our way to the cool Southern Highlands.
**Please note: Due to permit restrictions, guests will be met by a local coach company and transferred to the Fun Over Fifty coach.
Travelling on Australia’s most scenic country backroads we descend from the Highlands through the rolling hills and pretty pastures of farming country. We stop for a boardwalk at Fitzroy Falls before we travel to Robertson to visit Laurel View Farm Stay for a Paddock to Plate guided tour. On this working farm learn about grass-fed beef and lamb production. Find out why raising livestock naturally on grass is better for the animal, the environment and the taste. Take a walk across the paddocks to ‘Meet the Mob’ and see the grazing animals amidst breathtaking highland views. Learn about different breeds on the farm, how and why they are selected. Behind the scenes we are given the ‘Art of Butchery’ demonstration, where the master butcher breaks down beef, explaining each cut, what to look for when you are buying your meat and taking questions. The plate part! A sumptuous lunch of slow roasted Maugers beef or lamb rolls with homemade preserves. In Bowral we visit Dirty Janes emporium and antique market, offering the best in vintage incorporating antique furniture, lighting, architectural elements, beautiful quality preloved home furnishings, and the fabulous Recycled Rags clothing salon - it is the one stop shop for style on a budget.
The annual Highland Gathering Festival is where Bundanoon becomes Brigadoon for a day. This is Australia’s premier Scottish Highland Gathering, with a wee bit of Aussie flavour. There’s a street parade with marching pipe bands, clan societies, decorated floats, the Tartan Warriors, and over 120 speciality craft, souvenir and food stalls. Experience massed pipes and drums, highland and Scottish country dancing, traditional and not-so-traditional highland games such as the hay toss, shot put, caber toss, kilted dash, egg throwing and water toss.
**Please note: lunch is at own expense today.
Today we travel up into the Blue Mountains taking time at the Three Sisters lookout for a photo opportunity. We then make our way to the iconic Hydro Majestic historic hotel where we enjoy the grand tradition of a high tea surrounded by elegance and charm whilst enjoying spectacular views of the Megalong Valley. Later we take a guided tour of the Casino Lobby, Majestic Ballroom and Pavillion. Our afternoon takes us to Bathurst where we take a lap of Mount Panorama Circuit (subject to no motor racing events being held) before finishing our day at Mudgee.
Out and about in Mudgee today, we arrive at Gooree Park for a Thoroughbred stud tour, wine tasting Out and about in Mudgee today, we arrive at Gooree Park for a Thoroughbred stud tour, wine tasting opportunity to meet some of the past and future horse racing champions and savour a wine tasting in the cellar door courtyard. This afternoon enjoy free time for some retail therapy in downtown Mudgee before returning to Parklands Resort.
Discover Gulgong Pioneers Museum, housing a comprehensive array of domestic tools and utensils, farm and mining equipment, horse drawn vehicles, early photographs, Aboriginal and geological artefacts, periodic clothing and buildings dating from Gulgong’s heyday during the turbulent Gold Rush days of the 1870s. From here our afternoon takes us to Coonabarabran for lunch before we continue on via Narrabri and Moree, finishing our day at Goondiwindi.
Departing Goondiwindi, we leisurely make our way home stopping in Warwick to enjoy a tour and lunch at the beautiful ex convent Abbey of the Roses, before finishing our journey at the Brisbane Coach Terminal.
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Our Gold Class coach tours let you experience the beauty of the Australian landscape in comfort and style. From the coach itself to the accommodation and meals, every detail is considered.
For the next level in luxury, our Diamond Class coach tours give you the business class experience every step of the way. We only book the very best options available
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Bush Fire Relief and Rejuvenation Tour. Take a very special guided visit to the Port Macquarie Koala Hospital to meet some of the patients and their amazing caregivers, before we set to work planting trees to aid in the recovery of the koala population. In addition to our hospital visit we’ll be taking in some fabulous sites in and around Port Macquarie, and there’ll be time to shop local and support the economic recovery of this beautiful region.
EARLY BIRD DEAL - Save $200 per couple or $100 Sole for September 2021 tours.
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Our coach tours have a baggage restriction of 17kg per person (regardless of flight and rail allowances) due to our Occupational Health & Safety standards. You can also bring one small, soft carry-on bag not exceeding 30cm wide, 30cm high, and 15cm thick that may be stowed in the overhead compartment.
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Our Gold Class coaches have a seat capacity of between 44 and 46, but we cap Gold Class tours at 40 guests per tour. Our Diamond Class tours have a capacity of just 26 guests. Other tour types may have different capacities depending on the transport and destination. Please get in touch with our team if you have any questions about a specific tour.
In most cases, yes we can. We can accommodate guests who are vegetarian and can assist with diabetic, gluten-free and other medically-recommended diets. Please advise us at time of booking, and we can confirm with our suppliers and restaurants.
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