Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey from Brisbane to Canberra, blending natural beauty, regional charm and cultural icons. Travel in comfort aboard our luxurious Gold Class coach with carbon emissions fully offset. Highlights include a Wallis Lake eco lunch cruise, a Hunter Valley carriage ride with wine tasting, and a visit to Broken Bay Pearl Farm. Discover native wildlife at an exclusive sanctuary tour, enjoy lunch at Centennial Vineyards, and explore the Bradman Museum. In Canberra, witness the breathtaking Balloon Spectacular, tour Parliament House, and honour history at the Australian War Memorial before returning home carbon neutral.
14 March 2026
3 Eco Experiences 4 Heritage Experiences
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We depart Brisbane on our luxurious ‘Gold Class’ coach, ensuring responsible travel with 100% offset coach emissions. We journey along the scenic Tweed River, pausing in Kingscliff for morning tea. Continuing through the Northern Rivers region, we stop in Yamba for lunch before heading to Port Macquarie.
We leave Port Macquarie and follow the scenic coastal route through Lake Cathie to Forster. Here, we pause for a relaxing tea break before exploring Wallis Lake. Delight in a 2.5-hour eco-friendly lunch cruise featuring a freshly prepared two-course meal, accompanied by insightful commentary about the local ecosystem.
Start your day with a relaxed breakfast before taking a charming clip-clop carriage ride through the picturesque vineyards with Hunter Valley Classic Carriages, complete with wine tasting along the way. Savour a delightful Hunter Valley long lunch before continuing to the coast, where you’ll settle in for an overnight stay at Toukley.
This morning we visit Broken Bay Pearl Farm and enjoy a Shellar Door tour, a cruise to a pearl oyster lease, oyster tasting and grading session. In the afternoon, we head to the Southern Highlands.
This morning, we enjoy an exclusive visit and tour of The Australian Wildlife Sanctuary in Bargo, a dedicated refuge for native Australian wildlife. During our visit, we experience private, up-close encounters with iconic species and support their crucial wildlife rescue and rehabilitation efforts through a Purposeful Travel Promise donation. Following this enriching experience, we head to Centennial Vineyards for a delightful lunch before continuing to the Bradman Museum & International Cricket Hall of Fame to explore the history and legacy of cricket.
Enjoy a leisurely start before heading to Canberra, pausing at Mount Ainslie Lookout for sweeping city views. Next we explore the National Portrait Gallery on a guided tour, where Australia’s most influential figures and their stories are brought to life. Later, we check in to our Canberra accommodation.
Rise before dawn for the unforgettable Canberra Balloon Spectacular, watching a sky filled with vibrant hot air balloons drift gracefully over the city at sunrise. Return to the hotel for a relaxed late breakfast and some time to refresh, before a guided tour of the impressive Parliament House, Australia’s seat of democracy. This afternoon, we visit the Australian War Memorial, with time to explore the museum before pausing for the moving Last Post Ceremony — a poignant tribute to those who served.
This morning, rise early once more to witness the magic of the Balloon Spectacular. Watch the skies fill with colour and creativity as balloons of all shapes and sizes take flight. With endless photo opportunities, this is a truly unforgettable farewell to Canberra. Take time to enjoy the festival atmosphere, explore the activities, and savour breakfast at the event. Afterwards, we return to the hotel to check out before transferring to the airport for our carbon neutral flights home.
**Breakfast is at your own expense at the festival this morning
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From pearl farms to limestone caves, this 11-day journey reveals the best of Australia’s east coast and Great Ocean Road. Travel in opulent Diamond Class comfort, uncover local treasures like Hunter Valley vineyards, the Killer Whale Museum, and Wyanga Park Winery. Enjoy coastal drives across Seacliff Bridge, scenic lake cruises, and a breathtaking helicopter flight over the Twelve Apostles. Explore the Blue Lake and descend into the World Heritage-listed Naracoorte Caves. With daily touring, delicious meals, and enriching local experiences, this fully escorted journey promises unforgettable landscapes, culture, and connection from Brisbane to Adelaide.
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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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