Norfolk Island beckons with its charming mix of history, culture, welcoming hospitality and relaxing atmosphere. With 7 nights at the Paradise Hotel and daily activities including a 4WD island tour, convict settlement tour, glass bottom boat cruise and bushwalk breakfast, there is plenty to keep you busy during the day. Don't forget the main event for this tour - Christmas Day! We dine on a traditional and seafood Christmas Day lunch with all of the trimmings. At night join a progressive dinner, enjoy 'Wonderland by Night' and even dress as a convict for a dinner and show.
19th December 2023
20 Meals Included
Deposit of $1200pp required within 14 days ofmaking booking to secure your reservation.
Flights are arranged to suit the tour as a groupin advance, therefore we cannot book individual preferences or guarantee directflights.
Australian citizens require current photographicidentification for travel to Norfolk Island, with the Australian Government preferredmeans of documentation, being a valid Australian Passport. Non-Australian citizensare required to seek independent advice regarding passport validity and entry visaand ensure all is correct prior to travel to Norfolk Island.
International terms and conditions apply toNorfolk Island tours, requiring balance of payment for this tour 100 days priorto departure and at this time 100% cancellation fees apply.
Travel insurance is compulsory, and it is recommendedthat it be purchased at time of paying deposit.
N.B. Tour subject to fuel levy price increases for all transport operators. See T&Cs for details.
Deposit of $1200pp required within 14 days ofmaking booking to secure your reservation.
Flights are arranged to suit the tour as a groupin advance, therefore we cannot book individual preferences or guarantee directflights.
Australian citizens require current photographicidentification for travel to Norfolk Island, with the Australian Government preferredmeans of documentation, being a valid Australian Passport. Non-Australian citizensare required to seek independent advice regarding passport validity and entry visaand ensure all is correct prior to travel to Norfolk Island.
International terms and conditions apply toNorfolk Island tours, requiring balance of payment for this tour 100 days priorto departure and at this time 100% cancellation fees apply.
Travel insurance is compulsory, and it is recommendedthat it be purchased at time of paying deposit.
N.B. Tour subject to fuel levy price increases for all transport operators. See T&Cs for details.
Depart on our Carbon Neutral Qantas Flight from Brisbane International Airport to Norfolk Island Airport. Upon arrival, we will be greeted with a welcome to the historic island and transferred to our hotel, checking in to garden view rooms. Tonight we enjoy a welcome dinner at the hotel.
This morning we take an orientation tour of Norfolk Island, enjoying views of the beautiful scenery and hearing about the rich history and heritage of the island. Visit historic Kingston, Cascade, Longridge, Emily Bay and the Melanesian Chapel. This afternoon we join the Pitcairn Settlers Village tour to one of the last remaining original settlers properties on the island. This evening we progress to different Norfolk Island family homes, as a great way to meet the locals and sample the local produce on a progressive dinner party.
Today we ‘walk the plank’ to board the glass bottom boat cruise (tide dependant) and discover Norfolk’s lagoon marine life and coral gardens whilst cruising through the calm waters of Emily Bay. Enjoy some free time to explore the local shops before we head off for the Tastes of Norfolk tour. Tonight, we watch the sun set from Puppy’s Point, one of Norfolk’s majestic clifftops on the beautiful western coastline, as we enjoy a fish fry feast of island dishes and some local entertainment.
**Lunch is at your own expense today.
Today the group will alternate to join the Island Adventures 4WD tour, taking us through private properties featuring spectacular scenery, native flora and abundant birdlife. Touring through Norfolks National Park, we see the different stages of the Norfolk Pine. Time at leisure to explore the island at your own pace this afternoon. Then to top off a fabulous day, tonight, we dress in convict outfits (provided) for a ‘Night as a Convict’ - a fun filled night of feasting, singing, dancing, laughter and convict mayhem!
This morning we take a leisurely 3.5km breakfast bushwalk tour, meandering through scenic Mount Bates to Captain Cook Monument and ending at the clifftops with a delicious breakfast barbeque. After lunch we visit a beautiful property in Kingston called Music Valley, with historical significance and an amazing artifact collection. Dinner tonight is at the resort before we visit Wonderland by Night, to walk amongst the forest of enchanting illuminated Norfolk Pines, listening to recites of bush poetry written by Bounty mutineer descendant ‘Archie Biggs’.
Enjoy this morning at leisure before we setoff after lunch on a Convict Settlement tour for an in-depth tour of the historic settlement of Kingston. Visiting the cemetery, we learn the history of convict and colonial headstones and stories of the houses along Quality Row. Walk through the ruins of the New Gaol and see the Pier Store, Boat Shed and Crank Mill.
Merry Christmas! We meet for a festive breakfast together. Today is your day to relax and enjoy the facilities at the hotel as all venues are closed on Christmas Day. The highlight today is gathering for your Christmas Day lunch with all the trimmings, which will be one to remember! Enjoy a long lunch of traditional and seafood fare. A light dinner will be provided tonight.
After our last hearty cooked breakfast on the island, we have time for some last-minute shopping before gathering for alight lunch. We then make our way to the airport on Qantas flight due to arrive late afternoon to Brisbane. SEE YORLYE GANE!
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Norfolk Island beckons with its charming mix of history, culture, welcoming hospitality and relaxing atmosphere. With 7 nights at the Paradise Hotel and daily activities including a 4WD island tour, convict settlement tour, glass bottom boat cruise and bushwalk breakfast, there is plenty to keep you busy during the day. At night join a progressive dinner, enjoy 'Wonderland by Night' and even dress as a convict for a dinner and show.
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