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PROVIDING SAFE & RELIABLE TRAVEL SOLUTIONS
TO OUR TRAVELLING COMMUNITY
As we close another busy and productive year for our business, and move forward into 2015, we
would like to reflect back on the year that was.
Again due to a high demand on our services from new friends and community groups, we have seen
a growth in the number of vehicles in our coach fleet. This growth has also seen further improvement
in providing quality, safe and comfortable luxury coaches for travelling throughout a beautiful and
wondrous region, state and country. It also meant we had to increase our depot size, and after much
deliberation and searching we moved to our new location at 12 Kimberley Court, Torrington.
Along with an increase in our fleet size, we have also welcomed more new staff into the Peters
Coaches family to further support our ability to provide our passengers with reliable, friendly and
supportive customer service that you have all come to know and expect from the Peters Coaches
experience.
Once again this year, our daughter Cheryse and our son Dane have driven our company forward with
a passion to provide excellence in service and vehicle safety. But more exciting is the fact that our
other son Jared has joined us in moving forward our plans to provide the same quality travel services
in and around the Townsville region. We are very hopeful that opening up in Townsville will allow us
to provide our other communities with more opportunities and experiences when travelling.
In 2015 we would also like to invite our friends, passengers and prospective clients to come in to
our office and talk to us about how we can put together an exciting travel experience to meet their
personal or community group needs.
We have looked at ways that we can improve our communication of upcoming events and stay in
touch with our passengers. To this end we have been developing a new look Day Trip Guide ‘Enjoy
the Ride’ Travel Newsletter for release in 2015. This newsletter will be released every 6 months with
a view to update our passengers with our upcoming travel opportunities and keep our information
fresh. This will be enhanced with new look tour brochures that will also be released to our passengers
to remind them of the upcoming touring events. We do hope you enjoy reading our ‘A Journey to
Remember’ Tour Itinerary Booklet and we look forward to seeing you on board one or more of our
tours or day trips throughout 2015.
Along with Cheryse, Dane, Jared and Staff, we would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a
very happy festive season and an adventurously exciting New Year.
Yours in travel,
Russell & Noelene Peters
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January
BRISBANE INTERNATIONAL TENNIS OVERNIGHTER
Inclusions
• Return Luxury Coach Travel
• Overnight Accommodation at Rydges, Southbank
• Full Buffet Breakfast, Rydges - Saturday
• Tennis Tickets – Friday Night & Saturday Day Sessions
Itinerary
Friday 9th & Saturday 10th January 2015
Why not stay; as they play … Peters Coaches are
very pleased to present an overnight package to the
Brisbane International Tennis, including Friday night
games & Saturday (day) games.
Saturday marks the start of the Men’s, Single Semi
Finals – which is sure to provide some thrills and
spills as the guys slog it out for a place in the
Finals. This is an amazing package that you don’t
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DAY 1: TOOWOOMBA TO BRISBANE
(NIGHT SESSION TENNIS)
Friday 9 January 2015
Departing our Toowoomba Depot at 1:00pm, we pick
up our fellow tennis enthusiast passengers enroute and
make our way to our overnight accommodation, Rydges
on Southbank. Upon arrival at approximately 3:30pm
we have free time to freshen up and perhaps take a stroll
to Southbank Parklands. Departing at 6:00pm from our
accommodation, we head to The Pat Rafter Stadium for
our night session starting at 7pm.
We will have time to get settled in and perhaps grab
a bite to eat. The game concludes at approximately
10:30pm where you then will be transferred back to
Rydges.
Dinner at own expense.
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Saturday 10 January 2015
After a good night’s sleep, we will all be treated with a
full buffet breakfast. You then will have some free time
to do as you please prior to check out and departing for
another day of Tennis!! We depart our accommodation
at 11:00am for the session to start at 12midday &
concluding at approximately 5:00pm. Don’t forget to
Slip, Slop, Slap! Departing the stadium at approximately
5:30pm we start our journey for home arriving back in
Toowoomba at approximately 7:30pm.
Breakfast included.
*Day Session Tickets also available. Please refer to Day
Trip Guide, Edition 1 for full details.
Departs Tmba Depot (12 Kimberley Ct) - 1:00 pm
Cost of Tour: $595 per person twin/double share
Single Supplement: $77
Full payment is required upon booking to secure your
ticket. Tickets are subject to availability.
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Covering the Peters Coaches Day Trips from
January to June 2015.
Taking you on day adventures with the Peters
Coaches Travel Family; getting out of the house,
seeing delightful destinations & making new friends!
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February
‘UNIQUELY YOURS’ – YAMBA STAYPUT
Lunch Stannum House.
Yamba Motor Inn
Thursday 19th – Monday 23rd February 2015
Yamba, a bustling holiday resort with a large fishing
fleet will be our base for our four night stay. Built
around a headland at the mouth of the Clarence
River Yamba has one of the best climates you could
ever hope to find, with temperate winters and long,
warm, summer days.
Join us as we discover the delights of this unique
region. As well as admiring the beautiful scenery we
will taste exotic coffees, meet an Ostrich, bargain at
the famous Bangalow Markets and stopover at the
House with No steps.
Highlights
• Stannum House, Tenterfield
• Clarence River Ferry, Yamba – Iluka
• Glen Ian Ostrich & Emu Farm, Tullymorgan
• Wombah Coffee Plantation, Yamba
• Squatters Rest Private Museum, Tubacia
• Lanbruk’s Gunyah, Grafton
• Bangalow Markets
• Summerland House, Astonville
• Currumbin Beach Vikings Surf Lifesaving Club
Itinerary
DAY 1 (LD): HOME TO YAMBA
Thursday 19 February 2015
Welcome to our 5 day tour to Yamba. We head south on
the New England Highway passing through Warwick and
Stanthorpe stopping enroute for a morning break. Next
up is the town of Tenterfield where we have time to visit
what is locally known as “the jewel of New England”,
Stannum House. Sir Henry Parkes, Banjo Paterson and
Dame Nellie Melba are just a few who have graced the
rooms of this historic house. After our lunch and tour
here we travel through Casino arriving in to Yamba to
check in to our accommodation and relax before dinner.
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DAY 2 (BLD): YAMBA & TULLYMORGAN
Friday 20 February 2015
After breakfast we take in the sights of Yamba, a quiet
seaside town on the southern side of the Clarence River
estuary. The Yamba Lighthouse is located on South
Head, standing 41 metres above the sea. It offers fine
views of the coastline and is a popular whale-watching
site in the winter months. Its beams can be seen 17
kilometres out to sea. Nearby is a replica of the original
1879 lighthouse erected by volunteers for use as a
community radio station.
We then take a brief ferry ride from Yamba to Iluka where
the coach will meet us to continue our touring. We travel
to Tullymorgan to visit the Glen Ian Ostrich and Emu
Farm for lunch. We are also treated to an insight of these
giant birds, in addition to the incubation process and
chicks. The Farm is also home to Alpacas and goats…
not to mention numerous other bird varieties.
Our afternoon stop is at the Wombah Coffee Plantation,
the World’s southern-most coffee plantation. Established
1982 by two ladies, Joan Dibden and Joy Phelps, who
still own and manage the plantation and process the
coffee from berry to roasted to a packaged coffee. The
coffee is produced from the finest Arabica coffee trees,
grown in the Northern Rivers of New South Wales. The
trees are seedlings of original coffee trees brought to the
area over 100 years ago. Wombah Coffee Plantation
boasts a superior grade of coffee based on quality
control during growing and processing, organically
based horticulture and selective hand picking without
the use of harmful sprays. It is a pleasant mild coffee
and is naturally lower in caffeine than most imported
varieties. We enjoy a tour of the plantation and afternoon
tea with a chance to try the coffee and make a purchase
if you wish.
Breakfast and dinner in the motel, lunch at Glen Ian
Ostrich and Emu Farm.
Yamba Motor Inn
DAY 3 (BD): GRAFTON
Saturday 21 February 2015
This morning we travel south to the small town of Tucabia.
Here we visit Squatters Rest Museum. Surrounded by
vintage tractors, engines and farm machinery there
are 16 old style buildings including a replica 1880
cookhouse. Whilst here we are provided with a tour of
the old house and take a look at the fascinating range of
rural memorabilia. We might even have a song or two
on the Pianola!
Continuing on we head to Grafton. As early as 1866
Grafton council resolved to consider by-laws for the
planting and preserving of trees and shrubs in the streets
and recreation grounds. There are now some 7000 trees
in Grafton and many beautiful parks. The most famous
of the trees is of course the Jacaranda. We enjoy some
free time in town for lunch (own expense).
From here we head to Junction Hill to visit Lanbruk’s
Gunyah – a property belonging to Dorothy and Don
5 DAYS COACH IN/COACH OUT
Enders. Here we’ll be taken on a tour through the Olive
grove; see the animals (Alpacas and Dorper Sheep to
name a couple) in the paddocks before a delicious
homemade afternoon tea. We have the opportunity to
browse through the gift shop to admire local handicrafts
and, of course, pick up a supply of the organic olive
oils produced here. There is even a museum housing
the fully restored and still running, 1926 Chevy Utility.
Following our visit we return to our motel to relax prior
to dinner.
Breakfast and dinner in the motel, lunch own expense.
Yamba Motor Inn
DAY 4 (BD): THE BANGALOW MARKETS
Sunday 22 February 2015
Make sure you pack your walking shoes and wallet
today as we are off to Bangalow to enjoy Bangalow
Market Day. The North Coast of NSW is home to a
culture steeped in rural traditions, with country towns
and villages nestled in the lush green hills and valleys
formed from ancient volcanoes. With Nimbin to the west
and Byron Bay to the east Bangalow is in the centre of
the counter culture. The markets on the 4th Sunday of
every month are a gathering of locals; a get-together of
artists, artisans, bakers, victuallers, therapists, farmers
and friends. Part of the continuing success of the market
is the beautiful grounds the markets are held in, which
are dominated by eleven huge camphor laurel trees
which provide welcome shade and rustling leaves and a
magic forest atmosphere.
After our morning at the markets we head back to Ballina.
We have arranged a visit to Summerland, House with No
Steps - a beautiful working farm set on 172 acres of
macadamia and avocado trees. Established in 1971,
Summerland House is nestled amongst fertile farmland
on the Alstonville Plateau. We have the opportunity to
take a walk through the manicured gardens and see
the stunning variety of plants in the garden centre and
wander through the historic “Watts Cottage” museum.
Back in Yamba we can freshen up before our final tour
dinner together.
Breakfast and dinner in the motel, lunch own expense.
Yamba Motor Inn
DAY 5 (BL): HOME
Monday 23 February 2015
Today it is time to farewell our hosts as we head for
home. We travel home via the Gold Coast with a stop
for lunch at the Currumbin Beach Vikings Surf Lifesaving
Club. We can take in the stunning view as we share our
final tour lunch together. We arrive home this afternoon
after a great holiday.
Breakfast in motel, club lunch.
Cost of Tour: $1298 per person twin/double share
Single Supplement: $198
Deposit: $200 pp is required within 7 days of booking
to secure your seat on the tour. *See Terms & Conditions.
March
MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL FLOWER & GARDEN SHOW
Itinerary
Monday 23rd – Friday 27th March 2015
The Melbourne International Flower and Garden
Show, at the World Heritage Listed Royal Exhibition
Building and Carlton Gardens, is set to return with
an explosion of colour and design and after 19
years still remains the biggest annual flower and
garden show in the Southern Hemisphere!
The show will see the creativity and passion of
Australia’s top floral and landscape designers
delivered in stunning displays as well as a strong
environmental message for gardening in the climate
we live in. Coupled with an extensive array of garden
and floral retail products from rare and unusual
plants to your old favourites, gardening tools to
outdoor furniture, water tanks to floral art plus many
new and innovative ideas for your garden, as well as
great food.
Highlights
•Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show
•Colonial Tramcar Restaurant
•Puffing Billy Belgrave to Emerald Lake
•Melbourne River Cruise
•Queen Victoria Markets
•The Dandenong’s Day Tour
DAY 1 (D): MELBOURNE
Monday 23 March 2015
Welcome to our 5 day tour to the Melbourne International
Flower Show. Arriving in Melbourne we are greeted by
our local Coach Captain and transferred to our hotel.
We have time to freshen up before we join Melbourne’s
famous Colonial Tramcar Restaurant for our welcome
dinner.
The Colonial Tramcar Restaurant offers diners an
enjoyable perspective of Melbourne’s leafy boulevards
and best attractions. This glossy, burgundy restaurant
on wheels is the first travelling tramcar restaurant in the
world and ensures a delightful innovative approach to
dining. As we cruise the scenic streets of Melbourne, we
will enjoy fine cuisine and the best of Australian wines.
The atmosphere is cosy, the service friendly and the
decor is as inviting as the colonial period these trams
reflect. Dining aboard the Colonial Tramcar Restaurant
is not only a culinary delight, but also a trip into a little
piece of Victoria’s history.
Lunch own arrangements and expense, dinner Colonial
Tramcar Restaurant.
Hotel Ibis Melbourne, Melbourne
DAY 2 (BLD): DANDENONGS
Tuesday 24 March 2015
We have a wonderful day in store today. We take a look
at the city and head out through the Eastern Suburbs
to the Dandenong Ranges. The Dandenong’s, for over
100 years, have been an idyllic retreat for Melburnians
wanting to take in the mountain air and escape the
bustle of city life. Today, visitors from all over Australia,
flock to the beautiful gardens and magnificent tall forests
of the Dandenong’s.
At Belgrave we join the famous Puffing Billy Steam Train
on a ride through to Emerald our coach will be waiting
for us. From here we head back to Olinda for our lunch
at Mount Dandenong Hotel.
Our afternoon visit is just around the corner at
CloudeHill – a must see garden made at the top of
The Dandenong’s where a maze of stone walls and
jewel like garden rooms are set within woodlands of
magnificent and historic, cool climate trees. Some 20
garden compartments are threaded through glorious
80 year old European beech, magnolias, maples and
a collection of fabulous Himalayan tree rhododendrons,
all beautifully grown and a testament to the lush, moist
soils of the Dandenong’s. The garden is highlighted by
glorious herbaceous borders which focus on two of the
finest Japanese weeping maples to be seen anywhere
in the world.
Breakfast and dinner in hotel, lunch Mt Dandenong
Hotel.
Hotel Ibis Melbourne, Melbourne
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DAY 3 (BD): MELBOURNE FLOWER SHOW
Wednesday 25 March 2015
After a hearty breakfast we head to the International
Flower and Garden Show. This is a hallmark event
for Victoria and is the most prestigious of its kind in
Australia. Over 300 exhibits are “on show” representing
horticulture, nurseries, landscape gardening, floristry
and cut flowers, together with their associated products
and services.
The show will simply take your breath away with the
work of Australia’s leading floral designers creating
exquisite feature displays. Most of the day is available
for the Flower show late afternoon we return to the hotel
to relax and freshen up before dinner.
Breakfast and dinner in the hotel, lunch own
arrangements and cost.
Hotel Ibis Melbourne, Melbourne
DAY 4 (BD) MORNING CRUISE AND FREE AFTERNOON
Thursday 26 March 2015
We have a very leisurely day today. All we have planned
is a morning river cruise. We join the River Gardens
and Port & Docklands cruise to enjoy the complete river
cruising experience.
View the contrasting scenery of Melbourne that has
made it one of the “Most Liveable Cities in the World”.
The rest of the day is ours to savour. Head back to the
Flower Show (own expense) or perhaps get a retail fix
at the Queen Victoria Markets. This is a vast and vibrant
centre of trade and commerce that was officially opened
on 20 March 1878 and has served consumers’ needs
for more than 120 years. Spread over 7 hectares, it is
the largest open air market in the southern hemisphere.
Almost one thousand traders sell everything from exotic
Australian fruit and vegetables and local and imported
gourmet foods, meat, fish and poultry to hardware,
manchester, clothing and authentic Australian artefacts
and souvenirs. We meet back at the hotel to share our
stories of the day over dinner.
Breakfast and dinner in the hotel, lunch own
arrangements & cost.
Hotel Ibis Melbourne, Melbourne
DAY 5 (B): MELBOURNE TO HOME
Friday 27 March 2015
We farewell our hosts and transfer to the airport for our
afternoon flight back home. Farewell Melbourne until
next time!
Breakfast in the motel, lunch own expense.
Cost of Tour: $1985 per person twin/double share
Single Supplement: $363
Deposit: $400 pp is required within 7 days of booking
to secure your seat on the tour. *See Terms & Conditions.
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April
EASTER IN YEPPOON
4 DAYS COACH IN/COACH OUT
Highlights
• Water Park Eco Tours - Heritage Village, Rockhampton
• Footlights Theatre Restaurant, Yeppoon
• Full Great Keppel Island Cruise
• Mercure Capricorn Resort, Yeppoon
Itinerary
Friday 3rd – Monday 6th April 2015
Nestled amongst 22 000 acres of sprawling
tropical landscape, Mercure Capricorn Resort
offers an unparalleled range of leisure facilities,
sightseeing activities and day tours to key tourist
attractions within the Capricorn Coast Region. The
Resort’s magnificent array of activities together
with its quality accommodation and wide choice of
restaurants and bars allows guests to design the
holiday they want.
Just 45 kilometers from Rockhampton this integrated
resort facility is located where an alluring stretch of
coral reef coastline meets wetlands and rainforest.
The surrounding unspoiled bush and wetlands are
home to some of Australia’s most beautiful and rare
bird life and rainforest. From the Resort’s very own
20 kilometers of pristine beach frontage, guests can
enjoy some of the many water sports and beach
activities on offer. Guests can walk, jog or horse
ride the entire length of the beach which looks out
towards the cool clear waters of the Great Barrier
Reef and tropical islands of the neighboring Keppel
Island Group.
The Resort’s world class golfing facilities include two
exquisitely crafted and challenging championship
golf courses catering to both low and high
handicappers. For the social golfer there is the
classic Thomson-Wolveridge course which is
exacting but forgiving with wide fairways that cut
through beautiful native bushland. Other facilities
include and activities centre and gymnasium, lawn
bowls, tennis, guided horse riding tours, archery,
massage and beauty centre.
Happy Easter
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DAY 1 (LD): TOOWOOMBA TO YEPPOON
Friday 03 April 2015
Welcome to our 4 day Easter tour to Yeppoon. We have
an early start today being a travel day so sit back and
relax in our deluxe touring coach as we make our way
north, stopping enroute for convenience stops and lunch
at the Royal Hotel Mundubbera.
This afternoon, we follow the Bruce Highway into
Rockhampton and through to Yeppoon where we can
check in to our resort accommodation and freshen up
for our slightly later dinner this evening.
Dinner in the motel, lunch at Royal Hotel Mundubbera.
Mercure Capricorn Resort Yeppoon
DAY 2 (BLD): BYFIELD NATIONAL PARK
Saturday 04 April 2015
This morning we travel about half an hour to the north
of Yeppoon to the Byfield National Park and spend
the morning with Waterpark Eco Tours. Tour owners
Claudie and Jordan will take us on a journey through
the untouched tropical rainforest aboard their small boat
Water Dance, enjoying the amazing natural environment
of this pristine area of Central Queensland.
Included in the tour is a visit to a working Tea Tree Farm
aboard a horse drawn wagon as well as morning tea
and lunch.
This afternoon we visit the award winning Heritage
Village. Step back in time and experience the rich and
colourful history of the Rockhampton District by vintage
vehicle or horse-drawn carriage. Discover the unique
original buildings, homesteads and businesses from the
100-year period between 1850-1950.
Dinner tonight is at Footlights Theatre Restaurant where
we are treated to an evening of fun and laughter.
Breakfast in the resort, lunch included in cruise, dinner at
Footlights Theatre Restaurant.
Mercure Capricorn Resort Yeppoon
DAY 3 (BLD): EASTER
Sunday 05 April 2015
Happy Easter! After a hearty breakfast with maybe some
chocolate from the Easter Bunny, we travel to Roslyn Bay
where we board Freedoms Fast Cat for today’s cruise
around this magnificent area.
Our first port of call is the pontoon, which is located on
Big Peninsula near Great Keppel Island. Here, we enjoy
the many splendours this area has to offer, both on top
of and below the water. The pontoon is a large platform
area with umbrellas and a snorkelling platform for safe
entry to the water.
Our visit to the pontoon includes a glass bottom boat
cruise and for those that wish, a shuttle to nearby
Secret Beach. From the pontoon we transfer by boat to
Great Keppel Island for lunch and some free time this
afternoon to enjoy the island.
After a fabulous Easter day we cruise back to the
mainland and return to the resort with time to relax
before dinner.
Breakfast and dinner at the resort, lunch provided.
Mercure Capricorn Resort Yeppoon
DAY 4 (BL): YEPPOON TO HOME
Monday 06 April 2015
Following breakfast we farewell our hosts and checkout
of our resort. Today we travel express for home stopping
along the way to enjoy our picnic lunches. We arrive
home early evening to complete our wonderful 4 day
Easter holiday in Yeppoon.
Breakfast in resort, picnic lunches included.
Cost of Tour: $1365 per person twin/double share
Single Supplement: $215
Deposit: $300 pp is required within 7 days of booking
to secure your seat on the tour. *See Terms & Conditions.
CANBERRA
7 DAYS COACH IN/COACH OUT
Featuring: The 100 Year Anniversary of the ANZACS
We continue south to Cowra which is our next stop at the
beautiful Japanese Gardens. Designed by internationally
renowned landscape architect Ken Nakajima, the 5
hectare Garden opened in 1979. The garden itself is
designed to represent the landscape of Japan – a hill
representing Mt Fuji, hedges cascading across the
garden like hills and streams flowing into two large
ponds. Meandering paths and wooden bridges allow
us to explore and view the gardens at ease. Our lunch
venue is at the Café in the gardens also, so a lovely
relaxed visit here. Finally we travel to our next overnight
destination in Canberra.
Breakfast in the motel, lunch Cowra, dinner in the motel.
Ibis Styles, Canberra
Tuesday 21st – Monday 27th April 2015
Anzac Day goes beyond the anniversary of the
landing on Gallipoli in 1915. It is the day on which
we remember Australians who served and died in all
wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations. The
spirit of Anzac, with its human qualities of courage,
mateship, and sacrifice, continues to have meaning
and relevance for our sense of national identity.
Join us on this special tour as we come together to
remember the 100 year anniversary of the ANZAC
tradition.
Highlights
• Cowra Japanese Gardens & Cultural Centre
•Museum of Australian Democracy
•Parliament House
•National Portrait Gallery
•Australian War Memorial
•Cruise, Lake Burley Griffin
•ANZAC DAY National Ceremony @ Aust. War Memorial
•National Arboretum
Itinerary
DAY 1 (LD): HOME PORT TO DUBBO
Tuesday 21 April 2015
Welcome to our 7 day tour to Canberra for the historic
100 year Anniversary ANZAC Ceremony. Today’s journey
is a travel day as we aim to go quite a long distance.
After our early pickups we make convenience stops
along the way and a break in Moree for lunch. We arrive
late afternoon, with time to freshen up for dinner, in our
first nights’ accommodation in Dubbo.
Lunch Moree, dinner in the motel.
Cascades Motor Inn, Dubbo
DAY 2 (BLD): DUBBO TO CANBERRA
Wednesday 22 April 2015
After a hearty breakfast we set off to our first visit at the
Molong Yarn Market to view the famous tapestry created
by the people of Molong and district. We meet one of
the enthusiastic members and are sure to hear some
lovely stories about the work done at the market. This is
a perfect place to have morning tea.
DAY 3 (BLD): CANBERRA
Thursday 23 April 2015
Of course, a trip to Canberra would not be complete
without a parliamentary visit. First up we stop at
the Museum of Australian Democracy (formerly Old
Parliament House).
The Museum of Australian Democracy made headlines
for more than sixty years as home to Australia’s Federal
Parliament from 1927 to 1988. Today, this much-loved
heritage building offers the visitor a unique glimpse into
Australia’s fascinating past.
Next stop is Parliament House. Located in the heart
of Canberra, it is one of the world’s most acclaimed
buildings. It’s renowned for its impressive architecture
and magnificent artworks. The building features superb
stone work and Australian Timber.
We stop for a lunch and chance to relax before our
afternoon visit to The National Portrait Gallery. The
Gallery aims to increase the understanding of the
Australian people – their identity, history, creativity and
culture – through portraiture. There are approximately
400 portraits of people who have shaped Australia and
who continue to shape our nation. After an interesting
day we return to our motel.
Breakfast in the motel, lunch Queens Tce Café, dinner
in the motel.
Ibis Styles, Canberra
DAY 4 (BLD): CANBERRA
Friday 24 April 2015
This morning, we’ll take a drive to the top of Mt. Ainslie
where we can appreciate the complexities of Canberra
Canberra is a truly unique city and one of only a few
planned cities in the world. From our vantage point
we have clear view of Parliament House and Anzac
Parade. We then have some time at the Australian War
Memorial before the ceremony tomorrow. The focus of
the commemoration is the Hall of Memory together with
the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Pool of Reflection
and the Roll of Honour that lists the names of over
102,000 Australian servicemen and women who have
died in war.
Over the past few years the Memorial has undergone
extensive redevelopment resulting in new galleries and
displays. The largest of these is the very impressive
Anzac Hall. It was in May 1942 when 4 Japanese
Midget Submarines attacked Sydney Harbour that the
reality of war was brought home to most Australians.
The Sydney under Attack multimedia presentation uses
light, sound, photos and film to recreate that famous
event in graphic detail. Also on display in Anzac Hall is
a vast collection of historic military technology including
Australia’s oldest military aircraft – the Deperdussin, a
First World War Mark IV Tank and a virtual re-enactment
of Australia’s first naval victory in 1914.
This afternoon we take in the views of Canberra from
a totally different perspective as we take an afternoon
cruise on Lake Burley Griffin. We return to the motel for
dinner.
Breakfast and dinner in the motel, picnic lunch.
Ibis Styles, Canberra
DAY 5 (BLD): CANBERRA ANZAC DAY
Saturday 25 April 2015
Anzac Day is one of Australia’s most important national
occasions. It marks the anniversary of the first major
military action fought by Australian and New Zealand
forces during the First World War. The soldiers in those
forces quickly became known as ANZACs (Australian
and New Zealand Army Corps) and the pride they
soon took in that name endures to this day. Today we
remember them!
Following breakfast we then join fellow travellers from
around the country as we come together at the Australian
War Memorial to take part in the ***National Anzac Day
Ceremony. The Anzac Day National Ceremony and
wreath laying includes a march by Australian veterans
of wars and peacekeeping deployments.
After a memorable morning we visit the National
Arboretum Canberra. This 250-hectare arboretum was
created after the area was burned out as a result of the
Christmas 2001 and 2003 Canberra bushfires. As well
as admiring the views, we visit the Visitors Centre and
admire the exquisite wood used in the building. Be sure
to see the national bonsai and penjing collection - home
to some of the finest miniature trees and forests in the
world, produced by some of Australia’s leading bonsai
and penjing artists.
Breakfast at motel, picnic lunch National Arboretum,
dinner in motel.
***Final ANZAC Day Programme to be confirmed
Ibis Styles, Canberra
DAY 6 (BLD): CANBERRA TO TAMWORTH
Sunday 26 April 2015
This morning it is time to farewell our hosts as we head
for home. Today is a travel day so sit back and relax
after the excitement of yesterday’s ANZAC celebrations.
We break for lunch along the way arriving in Tamworth
for our final night on tour.
Breakfast at motel, lunch Ourimbah RSL, dinner in motel.
Ibis Styles Tamworth Towers (02 6765 8361)
DAY 7 (BL): TAMWORTH TO HOME
Monday 27 April 2015
After breakfast we re-join the New England Highway and
drive through Uralla, Armidale and Glen Innes. We travel
through to Tenterfield where we break for our final tour
lunch arriving home later this afternoon to complete a
wonderful ANZAC celebration.
Breakfast in motel, lunch Tenterfield Bowls Club.
Cost of Tour: $1995 per person twin/double share
Single Supplement: $465
Deposit: $400 pp is required within 7 days of booking
to secure your seat on the tour. *See Terms & Conditions.
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May
BEAUTIFUL BALONNE
1: 2 DAYS FLY IN/COACH OUT or 2: 3 DAYS COACH IN/COACH OUT
St George & Surrounds
Tuesday 5th – Thursday 7th May 2015
St George is situated on the Balonne River in
southern inland Queensland. It is the major town of
the Balonne Shire, which has a district population
of 3,800 people. Beautiful country gardens,
streetscapes and a river walkway are features of
the town. The times of sunrise and sunset are
particularly nice to enjoy the atmosphere of the
river gums, landscaping and birdlife. The leading
industries are cotton, sheep/wool, grain crops, wild
game harvesting, fruit and vegetable production,
and beef /cattle. The horticultural industry has
expanded into table grapes, rockmelons, pumpkins,
onions and watermelons. We have the option to
arrive by air and depart by coach giving us 3 days
to enjoy this beautiful outback township.
Highlights
• Sandytown River Cruises
• Guided Tour & Talk, Unique Egg
• Guided Vineyard Tour and Tastings at Riversands Winery
• Town Tour with Local Guide
• Coggans Property, near Westmar
Itinerary
DAY 1 (D): HOME PORT TO ST GEORGE
Tuesday 5 May 2015
Welcome to our 3 day tour to St George! We depart early
afternoon, once the pickups are done and the coach
has been loaded we are set to go. This afternoon is a
travel day so sit back and relax as we drive through
Goondiwindi or “Gundy” as the locals call it. Apart from
being right on the Queensland/NSW Border it is at the
junction of a number of major Highways including
the Newell which runs all the way to Victoria. It’s also
home town to a reasonably successful race horse –
Gunsynd – the Goondiwindi Grey! In the spring of 1971
he won the Epsom Handicap, the Toorak Handicap, the
George Adams Handicap and the Sandown Cup. In the
autumn of 1972 he recorded 5 straight wins including
the Futurity Stakes and the Doncaster Handicap. In
the spring of 1972 he captured the Cox Plate, ran a
magnificent third in the Melbourne Cup under 60.5
kgs, and won the Queen Elizabeth Stakes. In his final
campaign in the autumn of 1973 he won the Blamey
Stakes and a second Queen Elizabeth Stakes. There is
a memorial here to this great horse which we will see.
From here we continue through to St George. On arrival
we can check in to our accommodation and settle in as
this will be home for the next 3 nights.
Dinner in the motel.
Merino Motor Inn, St George
DAY 2 (BLD): ST GEORGE
Wednesday 6 May 2015
Those flying will depart today from Toowoomba’s new
airport on a Peter’s Coaches exclusive flight.
After our hearty breakfast we meet up with passengers
that have flown into St George by air. Our local guide will
then join us to take us on a town tour. St George is 400
kilometres inland from Toowoomba and situated on the
Balonne River. Highlights include the Cotton Mural and
the Transport Mural painted by well-known artist Kevin
Taylor. Mid-morning we join Sandytown River Cruises for
an enjoyable 2 hour cruise cruise on the Balonne River,
taking in the beautiful river gums, landscaping and
birdlife. We also have an appointment at The Unique Egg.
This is a genuinely impressive and interesting collection
of hand-carved emu eggs, illuminated from within.
Created by Steve Margaritis over a period of more than
40 years, they have been displayed at World Expos but
are on permanent display in a sports store in St. George!!
CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW & PARIS
Saturday 9th – Thursday 28th May 2015
Your friends and family will be green with envy when
they find out you are going to the 2015 Chelsea
Flower Show. It promises to be a very special
experience. You will also enjoy an English Cream
Tea at Mount Ephraim Stately Home and Gardens on
a Be My Guest dining experience, join a Local Expert
on a guided tour of Hampton Court Palace and
visit the stunning UNESCO World Heritage botanical
Kew Gardens, known as the world’s most famous
garden.
Highlights
• Return economy airfares with Emirates
•City sights tour of Dubai (stopover)
•Moonlight Sonata Dinner Cruise (stopover)
•Half day city sights tour of London
•Free Day in London
•Gardeners tour of Hever Castle
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•Chelsea Flower Show
•Eurostar train from London - Paris
•Sightseeing tour - Paris
•Eiffel Tower
•Versailles
•Evening performance of the Moulin Rouge
•Luncheon cruise on the Siene
Itinerary
DAY 1: HOME TO SYDNEY
Saturday 9 May 2015 – (Day subject to change
depending upon flight path chosen and availability)
The excited anticipation begins today as we travel to
Sydney and our overnight accommodation right across
the road from the Sydney International Terminal. We are
based here as we have a very early flight in the morning.
No meals provided.
Rydges, Sydney Airport (Subject to availability)
After our morning of touring we head to Riversands
Winery for lunch, tastings and a vineyard tour. During
our tour we’ll hear about local characters and discover
a story in every glass. They have homemade jam to
sample and interesting pottery to see. We return to our
motel with time to relax and freshen up before dinner.
Breakfast & dinner in the motel, Lunch at Riversands
Winery.
Merino Motor Inn, St George
DAY 3 (BL): ST GEORGE TO HOME
Thursday 7 May 2015
After we farewell our St George Locals, we travel along
the Moonie Highway heading for home. En-route we stop
in at Coggans Property where John Coggan will provide
you with an informative tour. He will tell you all about his
record breaking property with crop growing, feed lots,
irrigation plus hear all about his life saving experience
when receiving his new heart in 2005. We swap stories
and laughter, over our Roast lunch at Coggans of our
fantastic holiday in the Queensland outback before
hitting the road again.
Breakfast in the motel, Lunch at Coggans Property.
Flight Confirmation Due 26th March 2015. After this
date, flights are subject to availability.
Option 1: 2 Days, 1 Night, Fly In/Coach Out
Cost of Tour: $762 per person twin/double share
Single Supplement: $72
Option 2: 3 Days, 2 Nights, Coach In/Coach Out
Cost of Tour: $890 per person twin/double share
Single Supplement: $145
Deposit: $200 pp is required within 7 days of booking
to secure your seat on the tour. *See Terms & Conditions.
20 DAYS FLY IN/FLY OUT
DAY 2: SYDNEY TO DUBAI
Sunday 10 May 2015
Welcome to our wonderful Chelsea Flower Show tour
that includes Paris and Dubai. Today we board our
early morning flight to Dubai. We arrive this afternoon
in Dubai, where we will be met by our local coach and
transferred to our luxury accommodation at the Park
Hyatt. We can make our way straight to our rooms to
freshen up. This is the perfect place to unwind and rest
from our flight.
Inflight meals, dinner at Café Arabesque.
Park Hyatt, Dubai (Subject to availability)
DAY 3: DUBAI
Sunday 10 May 2015 – Monday 11 May 2015
After a good night sleep we have a totally free morning.
This can be used by indulging in a sleep-in, a long
leisurely breakfast or enjoying the hotel facilities. The
Grand Hyatt Dubai is one of the most modern and
luxurious hotels in Dubai. It is sure to set the scene for
a magnificent beginning to a totally enjoyable trip. It is
only a short taxi ride to the largest shopping centre in the
world (own expense).
This afternoon we have arranged a tour of Dubai. Our
first “taste” of the local area is our lunch at a traditional
Emirati restaurant after which we begin our tour around
the city. We have planned a fascinating historical
excursion this afternoon. Our route takes us from Burj
al Arab, Dubai’s landmark hotel to Majlis Al Ghorfat, a
magnificent structure constructed in 1955 and recently
restored. The Majlis was originally the summer residence
of the late Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al-Maktoum. Driving
past modern palaces, we stop at Jumeirah Mosque for
a photo opportunity. Our route then takes us towards
Dubai’s Bastakiya area to admire the old wind towered
houses which were built by wealthy merchants, passing
the magnificent Zabeel Palace on the way.
Further on, we visit the Al Fahidi Fort, a 200 year old
structure that houses the Dubai Museum and records
the city’s past as an important pearl diving and trading
centre.
We will then be returned to the resort with time to relax
and get ready for our special night out. This evening we
take a Moonlight Sonata Cruise and enjoy a sumptuous
buffet aboard a traditional wooden dhow as it slips
silently along Dubai Creek. After dinner we are transferred
back to the hotel.
Breakfast, local lunch and dinner cruise.
Park Hyatt, Dubai (Subject to availability)
DAY 4: DUBAI TO LONDON
Tuesday 12 May 2015
Meeting in the hotel foyer we transfer back to the airport
for the next leg of our flight. The seven hour flight sees us
arriving in London this evening where we are transferred
to our hotel, which will be our base for the next five
nights. Next we meet with our overseas Travel Director
during dinner at the hotel.
Breakfast, inflight, welcome dinner.
The Copthorne Tara Hotel, London
DAY 5 (FB, D): LONDON SIGHTSEEING & FREE TIME
Wednesday 13 May 2015
After a hearty breakfast we embark on a half day
introductory sightseeing tour with a local guide. We see
Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey
and Buckingham Palace. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Ask our travel director for suggestions if you are unsure
of what is available.
The Copthorne Tara Hotel, London
DAY 6 (FB, D): LONDON - HAMPTON COURT PALACE
Thursday 14 May 2015
After a relaxed morning, this afternoon we visit Hampton
Court Palace, the most modern, sophisticated and
magnificent palace of its age. See the vast Tudor
kitchens and the tapestries in the Great Hall with a Local
Expert in Tudor costume. Discover the grand interior of
the Chapel. We can lose ourselves in the most famous
Maze and visit the Privy Garden, restored to its former
glory. Tonight some of us may consider taking in a West
End show (own expense).
The Copthorne Tara Hotel, London
DAY 7 (FB, D): LONDON - EXCURSION TO WISLEY
GARDENS
Friday 15 May 2015
This morning we travel to the memorable gardens of
Wisley. Renowned as the flagship garden of the Royal
Horticultural Society, Wisley captures the imagination
with richly planted borders, luscious rose gardens and
the state-of-the-art glasshouse. Gifted to the Society in
1903, Wisley has evolved over time into a world-class
garden. Here we will enjoy a Small Group Sightseeing
experience around parts of the garden. We have free time
to have lunch (own expense) in one of the restaurants
in the grounds.
The Copthorne Tara Hotel, London
DAY 8 (FB, D): LONDON – FULL DAY AT LEISURE
Saturday 16 May 2015
Today we are free to explore the city on our own. Shop
for fashions in the West End, pop into the most famous
toy store in the world – Hamleys on Regent Street – or
take a day trip to Windsor Castle.
Afterwards we might like to take an optional cruise
along the Thames or an excursion to the London Eye for
amazing views across this wonderful city. The options
are endless and our overseas Travel Director will be
happy to help.
The Copthorne Tara Hotel, London
DAY 9 (FB, D): CHARTWELL, HEVER CASTLE, EAST
GRINSTEAD
Sunday 17 May 2015
We say farewell to London for the moment and enjoy
a visit to Chartwell where Sir Winston Churchill lived
with his wife until his death in 1965. Now owned by
the National Trust, the house and gardens have been
beautifully preserved.
Later travel a short distance to visit Hever Castle for a
Small Group Sightseeing experience with the gardeners
to see these award-winning formal gardens. Each
garden has its own style and character, from the giant
topiary chess set and herb collection of the Tudor Garden
to the magnificent Pompeiian Wall and collection of
classical statuary in the Italian Garden. The celebrated
Rose Garden contains over 4,000 roses within its walls,
and there’s an impressive herbaceous border stretching
over 100 metres.
We will also have an included ticket to see inside the
castle itself at our own pace. The oldest part of the
castle dates to 1270 and it has become well known
as the childhood home of its most famous inhabitant,
Anne Boleyn – wife of Henry VIII. It later passed into the
ownership of Henry’s fourth wife, Anne of Cleves.
Fellbridge Hotel and Spa, East Grinstead
DAY 10 (FB, D): SCOTNEY CASTLE & BIDDENDEN
VINEYARDS
Mon 18 May 2015
This morning we visit Scotney Castle, a 14th century
moated castle surrounded by one of the most romantic
and picturesque gardens in England. Scotney Castle and
Garden is one of the best-loved in the whole of the United
Kingdom, drawing visitors from all over the world.
This afternoon travel to Biddenden Vineyard - Kent’s
oldest commercial vineyard. Established by the Barnes
family in 1969 to produce wines and ciders, this
vineyard is set in 22 acres on a gentle south facing slope
in a shallow sheltered valley. Ten varieties of grapes
are grown to produce White, Red, Rosé and Quality
Sparkling wines. Traditional Kentish ciders have also
been made here for over 20 years together with farm
pressed apple juices. The visit includes a vineyard walk,
winery talk and tasting including a complimentary glass
of wine. There will be time to visit their well-stocked shop
and a chance to sample the full range of products. Later
return to our hotel in Sevenoaks.
Fellbridge Hotel and Spa, East Grinstead
DAY 11 (FB, D): MOUNT EPHRAIM, CANTERBURY,
DOVER, BRIGHTON
Tuesday 19 May 2015
This morning travel to Ephraim Country House to enjoy
a delicious Be My Guest Cream Tea before starting our
visit to the historic English cathedral city of Canterbury.
Parts of the city have been designated a UNESCO World
Heritage Site. Thomas Becket’s murder at Canterbury
Cathedral in 1170 led to the cathedral becoming
a place of pilgrimage for Christians worldwide and
this pilgrimage later provided the theme for Geoffrey
Chaucer’s 14th-century literary classic The Canterbury
Tales. We have free time to explore the city before
travelling to Dover for a Unique Insight into the White
Cliffs of Dover. A member of the National Trust will
provide a talk on the significance of the cliffs and the
conservation thereof.
Then it is on to Brighton for a two night stay. Dinner will
be served at our hotel this evening.
Old Ship Hotel, Brighton
DAY 12 (FB, D): BRIGHTON
Wednesday 20 May 2015
Thanks to the Prince Regent, the town has always
enjoyed a reputation for elegance, fun and architecture.
Brighton has many fine Regency buildings, most notably
Lewes Crescent and Brunswick Square. Some of us may
decide to visit the impressive Brighton Pavilion or shop
for interesting items in The Lanes.
“The Lanes” form a retail, leisure and residential area
near the seafront, characterised by narrow alleyways
following the street pattern of the original fishing village
and contain clothing stores, jewellers, antique shops,
restaurants and pubs. Perhaps enjoy fish and chips for
lunch (own expense) before returning to Eastbourne.
This afternoon we might like to consider an optional
excursion to Leeds Castle. Built 900 years ago, Henry
Vlll transformed the castle for Catherine of Aragon, and
extensive refurbishment in the last century has made it
truly spectacular.
Old Ship Hotel, Brighton
DAY 13 (FB, D): SHEFFIELD PARK - BLUEBELL
RAILWAY - KEW GARDENS - LONDON
Thursday 21 May 2015
This morning we travel north to Sheffield Park and
Gardens. The National Trust acquired this property in
1954 and the garden is comprised of four large lakes
and a variety of rare trees and shrubs. The magnificent
landscaping of the garden was laid out in the 18th
Century by Capability Brown. We then enjoy a ride
on one of England’s most famous steam trains – the
Bluebell Railway. The Bluebell Railway is a heritage line
running along the border between East and West Sussex
and is managed and run largely by volunteers. It has the
largest collection (over 30) of steam locomotives in the
UK after the National Railway Museum.
This afternoon we have an included visit to Kew
Gardens. This botanical garden is known as the
world’s most famous– a UNESCO World Heritage Site
comprising centuries of royal history. Explore inside the
vast Victorian glasshouses and see the indoor galleries.
Here we take an included 40 minute bus tour around
part of the garden. We then have free time to purchase
lunch (own expense) in one of the restaurants in the
grounds.
The Copthorne Tara Hotel, London
DAY 14 (FB, D): LONDON – CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW
Fri 22 May 2015
A transfer in the morning takes us to the famous Chelsea
Flower Show! See magnificent floral displays, model
gardens, English garden tools and a host of garden
structures and artefacts. There will be extensive displays
of show gardens, courtyard gardens, city and roof
gardens with areas to learn about plants and growing
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flowers. This afternoon a transfer back to our hotel is
provided topping off a most glorious day.
The Copthorne Tara Hotel, London
we see a Moulin Rouge Show to enjoy their famous
can-can performance this evening.
Mercure Opera Cusset, Paris
DAY 15 (BB, HD): EUROSTAR TO PARIS
Saturday 23 May 2015
After breakfast we travel to London’s St Pancras
International to board the Eurostar for a high-speed train
journey to Paris. It will take us under 3 hours to arrive in
Paris, where upon arrival we meet our local guide who
takes us on a sightseeing tour of Paris. During the tour
we view the Champs Elysees, Arc De Triomphe and Notre
Dame before we check into our hotel. Tonight we enjoy a
Highlight Dinner with wine and a visit to the Eiffel Tower.
Mercure Opera Cusset, Paris
DAY 17 (BB, L, FD): PARIS AT LEISURE
Monday 25 May 2015
Most of the day is left free for us to do our own exploring
with possible options being a visit to one of the many
world renowned galleries and museums including the
Louvre, Musee D’Orsay and Les Invalides, featuring
Napoleon’s tomb. We meet together at lunch time to
enjoy the city from the river Siene for our luncheon cruise
before a relaxed afternoon in preparation for our last
evening in Paris. We re-join our overseas Travel Director
and new found friends at a very special Farewell Dinner.
Mercure Opera Cusset, Paris
DAY 16 (BB, FD): VERSAILLES EXCURSION
Sunday 24 May 2015
This morning we leave the bustle of the city for the
splendour of Versailles. Created by the “Sun King”
Louis XIV, the palace became the envy of every other
European ruler. Our guide takes us through the State
apartments, including the famous Hall of Mirrors.
Afterwards, take a stroll through the symmetrical treelined gardens while the fountains play. This evening
DAY 18 (BB, INFLIGHT, D): DEPART PARIS- DUBAI
Tuesday 26 May 2015
It is time to say ‘au revoir’ to Paris and our overseas
Travel Director as we are at the end of this fascinating
journey through France. Our coach transfers us to the
airport for our homeward bound morning flight. Arriving
back in Dubai we will be in time for dinner and a good
nights’ rest at the Park Hyatt.
‘TROPICAL TOWNSVILLE’ STAYPUT TOUR
Itinerary
DAY 2 (BD): TOWNSVILLE
Wednesday 20 May 2015
Following breakfast we begin our sightseeing tour of
the city. Townsville is Australia’s largest urban centre
north of the Sunshine Coast with a population of
190,000 people. Considered the unofficial capital of
North Queensland, the city was named after the Sydney
entrepreneur Robert Towns who provided early financial
assistance to the town.
Next we visit Reef HQ, a federally run venue showing off
fish and animals only found on the Great Barrier Reef. We
will be given a talk by the Aquarist, including a visit to the
turtle hospital. We then head to the Museum of Tropical
Queensland. This is a world-class facility showcasing
the history and heritage of the North Queensland region.
Learn the fascinating story of the HMS Pandora, the ship
that chased the Bounty mutineers, only to be wrecked on
the Great Barrier Reef in 1791. After some time for lunch
(own expense) we head out to visit the RAAF Museum.
Originally set up as a base for the US Army Air Force,
it seemed natural to continue its use as a RAAF base
after the war. The museum is located on base, featuring
a unique collection of engines, uniforms, photographs,
models and memorabilia, spanning the history of
Northern Australia military aviation. We return to our
motel and relax prior to dinner.
Breakfast and dinner in motel, lunch at own cost.
Holiday Inn Townsville
DAY 1 (D): TOOWOOMBA TO TOWNSVILLE
Tuesday 19 May 2015
Welcome to our 5 day tour to Townsville. Today we
arrive at the airport ready for our departure to North
Queensland at 2.10pm. Townsville is in the dry tropics
region of Queensland and is the largest urban centre
north of the Sunshine Coast. We are met on arrival by
our luxury Peters Coaches vehicle and transferred to our
accommodation at the Holiday Inn, affectionately known
as the Sugar Shaker (because it looks like one from the
outside), located in the heart of the CBD.
Lunch at own cost, dinner in hotel.
Holiday Inn Townsville
DAY 3 (BLD): CHARTERS TOWERS
Thursday 21 May 2015
We have a special adventure today as we head west to
Charters Towers. Here we will find a most unusual and
professional outfit – Texas Longhorn Tours. Upon arrival
we enjoy a delicious array of morning tea including
damper and billy tea! We’ll take a ride in the wild westreplicated wagon plus visit the Longhorns, including JR
– the 2012 world record holder of longest horns from
tip to tip.
We stay for lunch and have a chance to look through
the gift shop and saddlery before we make our way into
town. Here we have arranged a guided tour of the Venus
Gold Battery, Queensland’s oldest gold stamp battery.
Tuesday 19th – Saturday 23rd May 2015
Jared from the Peters Coaches family will be your
Coach Captain on this tour. Did you know that
Townsville boasts over 300 days of sunshine each
year? With its growing reputation as a centre for
tourism, we will have a relaxed yet busy few days
exploring what the region has to offer.
Our accommodation is at the iconic Holiday Inn,
located in the heart of Townsville’s CBD. The ‘Sugar
Shaker’ as it is affectionately known (because it
looks like one from a distance) will be a warm and
inviting destination at the end of our touring day. We
will visit local entities as well as a once-in-a-lifetime
stop at Texas Longhorn Tours, Charters Towers,
where we can meet the longhorn “JR”, the 2012
world record holder of longest horns from tip to tip!
Highlights
• RAAF Museum
•Reef HQ Aquarium & Turtle Hospital
•Museum of Tropical Queensland
•Charters Towers
•Texas Longhorn Tour
•Venus Gold Battery
•Billabong Sanctuary
•Blackhawk Memorial
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Park Hyatt, Dubai (Subject to availability)
DAY 19 (B, INFLIGHT MEALS): DUBAI FLIGHT
Wednesday 27 May 2015
Our coach is ready to transfer the group to the airport
this morning for our flight arriving home with magnificent
memories, tomorrow morning.
In flight overnight
DAY 20 (INFLIGHT MEALS): ARRIVING HOME
Thu 28 May 2015
We arrive at Sydney Airport early this morning. Once
we clear Customs and Immigration, we’ll return home.
What a magnificent trip we have had abroad. Making our
way to the domestic terminal we board our flight back to
Queensland.
Cost of Tour: $10,600 per person twin/double share
Single Supplement: $1900
Deposit: $1000 pp is required within 7 days of
booking to secure your seat on the tour. *See Terms &
Conditions.
Full Payment is due 2 months prior to departure.
5 DAYS FLY IN/FLY OUT
We’ll enjoy an insight into the city’s incredible real-life
gold rush of the late 19th century. We then re-join the
Flinders Highway and return to Townsville.
Breakfast and dinner in motel, lunch in Charters Towers.
Holiday Inn Townsville
DAY 4 (BLD): TOWNSVILLE
Friday 22 May 2015
This morning we head south to visit the Billabong
Sanctuary, one of Australia’s best interactive wildlife
parks. It covers 26 acres of natural bush land, tropical
rainforest and expansive wetlands. Crocodiles, Eels,
Pythons, Dingos, Cassowary’s, Koalas and Wombats
are some of the many residents here. We are given a
guided tour with a ranger followed by time for a wander
and have lunch.
Returning to Townsville we head to Palmetum Park,
a botanical garden, featuring – unsurprisingly - the
Palm. We’ll enjoy a stroll along the boardwalk to see
the garden’s collection of about 300 species. Within the
park is also the Blackhawk Memorial, dedicated to the
18 soldiers who lost their lives in a helicopter training
exercise accident in 1996. We travel back to the CBD
and our hotel, with time to enjoy some shopping - if we
wish, prior to dinner.
Breakfast and dinner in motel, lunch at sanctuary.
Holiday Inn Townsville
DAY 5 (B): TOWNSVILLE TO HOME
Saturday 23 May 2015
After a leisurely breakfast we farewell our hosts and
make our way to the airport for our return flight home
departing at 11.25am. We arrive back later today after
our fabulous tour to Townsville.
Breakfast in motel, lunch at own cost.
Cost of Tour: $1960 per person twin/double share
Single Supplement: $253
Excludes flghts. TBA early 2015.
Deposit: $400 pp is required within 7 days of booking
to secure your seat on the tour. *See Terms & Conditions
June
GOLD COAST OVERNIGHTER ‘WINTER WARMER’
2 DAYS COACH IN/COACH OUT
Feat: The Australian Outback Spectacular *New Show*
Friday 5th & Saturday 6th June 2015
Welcome to our two day tour to the fabulous Gold
Coast and the brand new Outback Spectacular
Show.
A legend is born as entertainment soars to fresh
new heights with the introduction of a stunning
new show presented by R.M.Williams. Saddle up
and join us on a captivating journey to the snow
peaked mountains of the high country where
enchanted whispers and legendary yarns come
alive with the most inspiring stories of Australian
characters. Be dazzled like never before by the
amazing animal stars. See death defying stunts and
aerial performances as you hear the brave tale of
the Aussie girl sold to the circus at the tender age
of seven. Be mesmerised by the biggest display of
special effects ever seen as you travel the Road to
Omeo with Australia’s yesteryear ghosts. With all
new three course menu and drinks, stirring new
musical score and all the comedy, action and
drama you’ve come to expect, prepare yourself for
the most breathtaking arena show ever produced
under the Australian Outback Spectacular roof.
Witness the bravery, beauty and courage of the
greatest Australian stories never told. High Country
Legends. Only at Australian Outback Spectacular.
Don’t miss your chance to be among the first to see
High Country Legends.
Highlights
•Skypoint
•Harbourtown Outlet Shopping Centre
• Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
•Australian Outback Spectacular Dinner & Show “High Country Legends”
today will be served overlooking the spectacular views
and there will be plenty of food to enjoy.
This afternoon we have two hours at Harbourtown
Outlet Shopping Centre - there is a huge range of quality
national and international fashion and homewares,
designers and manufacturers all selling top brands direct
to “in the know” shoppers at prices permanently below
regular retail prices. From lingerie to linen, dresses to
décor, jackets to jewellery, perfume to pots, bags to
books, Harbourtown has it all – all in one colourful and
convenient location.
We then re-join the coach and check into our overnight
accommodation at the Quality Mermaid Waters Hotel.
We have some free time to relax and freshen up as this
evening we are in for a real treat! There is no place on
earth like the Australian outback... and no show on earth
like the new Australian Outback Spectacular “Myths &
Legends”. Our night out will include a delicious three
course dinner! After a fantastic night we return to our
accommodation.
Quality Mermaid Waters Hotel
DAY 2 (BL): THE GOLD COAST - TOOWOOMBA
Saturday 6 June 2015
Our breakfast this morning is a little unusual as we head
to the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary to enjoy Breakfast
with the Birds. The sanctuary is home to over 1400
birds, mammals and reptiles.
We then have some time to experience the program on
offer, like feeding the wild lorikeets or perhaps boarding
the miniature steam train for “Kangaroo Crossing” and
coming face to face with kangaroos, wallabies and
some not-quite-so-friendly crocodiles. Our lunch venue
today is the lovely Currumbin RSL Club before we begin
our journey home via the Gavan Way. We arrive back in
Toowoomba later this afternoon after short but fun filled
break!
Itinerary
DAY 1 (LD): TOOWOOMBA - THE GOLD COAST
Friday 5 June 2015
Welcome to our 2 day tour to the fabulous Gold Coast. Sit
back, relax and enjoy the facilities of our 5 Star Touring
Coach as we travel to the Coast. We arrive late morning
and head to Skypoint for our High Tea. The venue is
stunning – it’s the world’s second tallest residential
building and to get to the top we will take one of the
fastest elevators in the world and emerge 40 seconds
later to brilliant views from the observation deck. More
than just awesome views, the observation deck also has
a theatrette with a short presentation on the history of the
Gold Coast. Our High Tea which is also our lunch for
Cost of Tour: $495 per person twin/double share
Single Supplement: $65
Deposit: $100 pp is required within 7 days of booking
to secure your seat on the tour. *See Terms & Conditions.
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July
SUNSHINE COAST MARKET TOUR
Friday 17th – Sunday 19th July 2015
The Sunshine Coast is a great area for Markets and
we make the most of our weekend here visiting two
of the largest – Eumundi and Caloundra!
It was 1979 when ceramic artist Christa Barton
and her friend Gail Perry-Somers came up with
the idea of holding a European style “artisans and
farmers” market in Eumundi. The area had become
a home for artisans, craftspeople and refugees
from suburbia. What attracted people then, as now,
was the town’s openness, sense of community
and a simpler way of life. Over the years, several
independent organisations, including the Eumundi
and District Community Association, have also set
up other market operations adjacent to The Original
Eumundi Markets, making the overall Eumundi
Markets now the biggest art and craft market in
Australia.
It’s much the same story with Caloundra - in what
began in 2002 as a community market designed to
enliven the main street on a Sunday, the Street Fair
now attracts thousands of visitors each week who
flock to enjoy the vibrant and colourful atmosphere
of a market. Join us on our Market Tour!
Highlights
• Montville
•Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve
•The Ginger Factory
•Caloundra RSL Club
•Dulong Lookout
•Eumundi Markets
•Caloundra Street Fair
3 DAYS COACH IN/COACH OUT
Itinerary
DAY 1 (LD): TOOWOOMBA TO THE SUNSHINE COAST
Friday 17 July 2015
Welcome to our short getaway to the beautiful Sunshine
Coast. This morning we head north through Esk and
Kilcoy to the Blackall Range. We stop at the Mary
Cairncross Scenic Reserve on the southern edge of the
Blackall Range, overlooking the unique formations of
the Glasshouse Mountains – spectacular – don’t forget
to bring the camera! From here, we make our way
north along the range, taking in the beautiful vistas.
We continue through to Montville, probably the most
well-known village along the range. First established in
1887, Montville today is a place to step back in time
and enjoy the tranquillity of village life in a streetscape
unique to any other tourist centre in Australia. We’ll enjoy
lunch then have some free time to browse the many arts
and crafts shops.
At the northern end of the Range, we stop at Dulong
Lookout for the last of the breathtaking views. After a
great first day, we check in to our lovely accommodation
for the next two nights.
Oaks Oasis Resort, Caloundra
DAY 2 (BLD): EUMUNDI
Saturday 18 July 2015
Following a hearty breakfast, we’re off to the famous
Eumundi Markets. The twice weekly street markets held
in the small village of Eumundi are as popular with the
locals as they are with visitors to the Sunshine Coast.
The town itself is very attractive – the main street is tree
lined and features many fine examples of buildings that
were constructed between 1890 and 1930. 300 stalls
of various handcrafts and produce are controlled by a
strict market policy – you can sell your goods if you
“can make it, bake it, sew it or grow it”. As a result a very
A TRUE ‘AUSSIE’ OUTBACK EXPERIENCE
25th July - 20th August 2015
3 Options Available
Option 1: 27 Days, Townsville - Kimberley - Broome
- Darwin - Cairns -Townsville
Option 2: 17 Days, Townsville - Broome - Darwin
Option 3: 10 Days, Darwin - Townsville
Peters’ big tour for 2015 is a true adventure through
the Kimberley in Western Australia, the Top End of
Northern Territory and the outback of Queensland.
Australia’s last frontier is a wild land of remote,
spectacular scenery spread over huge distances,
with a severe climate, a sparse population and
minimal infrastructure. Larger than 75% of the
world’s countries, the Kimberley is hemmed by
impenetrable coastline and unforgiving deserts. In
between lie vast boab-studded spinifex plains, palmfringed gorges, strange rock formations and desolate
mountains.
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The region starts at Kununurra, with its irrigation
miracle and ends at swashbuckling Broome, home
to the iconic Cable Beach with its camel-tinged
sunsets! In The Top End, we explore Darwin. While
a sophisticated modern city, it is also one steeped
in history and we learn a bit about that history
while we’re here. We then head into the Top End’s
most important asset – the World Heritage Listed
Kakadu National Park to experience much that it
has to offer. From Katherine, we begin our journey
home, travelling to Cape Crawford and staying at
the Heartbreak Hotel – they say the hotel has been
“heartbreaking” for every owner who has had her.
While we’re here, we fly over the little known Lost
City – truly a natural wonder. We drive up to the
Gulf of Carpentaria and explore the area before
heading to Cairns and the coast. What a tour!
Come and join us on this once in a lifetime holiday!
high quality of original product is on offer. We will spend
the morning at the markets and have some free time
to explore the village. From here we head to Australia’s
only Ginger Factory! As well as being our lunch venue,
we will see the audio visual display tracing the life of
ginger from planting to final use, see ginger growing in
the patch and then view the factory from the observation
deck to see production. We also enjoy our Taste of
Ginger tour before riding on the Ginger train. We return to
our hotel with plenty of time to freshen up before dinner.
Oaks Oasis Resort, Caloundra
DAY 3 (BL): HOMEWARD BOUND
Sunday 19 July 2015
We farewell our hosts this morning after completing our
check-out procedures. Just down the road, we’ll find the
Caloundra Street Fair. This market is made up of 200
stallholders each week that are hand selected, ensuring
a wide variety of products, well-being services and
food options are showcased. It also features a range of
local performers every week ranging from well-known
established performers to emerging artists across a
range of music genres, performance and street theatre.
We’ll have plenty of time to wander through the
market, perhaps stopping for a morning cuppa before
continuing with our retail therapy! Late morning, we’ll
reboard our coach to transfer to the Caloundra RSL for
lunch. Unfortunately, our short holiday is coming to an
end as we begin our journey home. We arrive back in
Toowoomba late afternoon to complete a fantastic short
break!
Cost of Tour: $686 per person twin/double share
Single Supplement: $145
Deposit: $150 pp is required within 7 days of booking
to secure your seat on the tour. *See Terms & Conditions.
27 DAYS FLY IN/COACH/FLY OUT
Highlights
•Gregory National Park
•Kelly’s Knob
•Bungle Bungles
•Argyle Tourist Village
•Lake Kununurra
•Geikie Gorge
•Fitzroy River
•Cable Beach, Broome
•Argyle Diamond Mine
•Litchfield National Park
•Mindil Beach Sunset Market, Darwin
•Kakadu National Park
•Karumba
•Gulf of Carpentaria
•Gulflander
•Undara Lava Tubes
•Atherton Tablelands
August
Itinerary
DAY 1 (D): TO TOWNSVILLE/CHARTERS TOWERS
Saturday 25 July, 2015
This morning we’ll make our way to Townsville where
we’ll join our luxury Peters Coach. We begin our journey
this afternoon as we head to Charters Towers – a
gold mining city that is big on history and character.
From a chance discovery of gold in 1871, Charters
Towers was soon turned into a bustling metropolis,
which in its heyday, boasted being the second largest
city in Queensland. On arrival we check into our
accommodation and enjoy our first dinner together.
Cattleman’s Rest Motor Inn, Charters Towers
DAY 2 (BLD): CHARTERS TOWERS TO MT. ISA
Sunday 26 July, 2015
Following a hearty breakfast, we’re on the road again.
This morning we head into “dinosaur country”, through
Hughenden and onto Richmond, which is known as the
“Fossil Capital of Australia”. Here we stop for our packed
lunches in the local park. This afternoon we continue our
travels west through Julia Creek to Mt Isa.
Burke & Wills Mount Isa
DAY 3 (BLD): MT ISA TO TENNANT CREEK
Monday 27 July, 2015
Mount Isa is a mining town dominated by the huge Mt
Isa Mine. The underground mine contributes to around
80 percent of Queensland and 47 percent of Australia’s
copper production and is amongst the ten largest in the
world. It also produces silver, lead and zinc in quantities
that makes it the world’s largest single mine for these
metals. In actual area, the City of Mt Isa is the largest
in the world stretching to Camooweal on the Northern
Territory border.
Today is a travel day so sit back and relax as we continue
west on the Barkly Highway and cross the border into the
Northern Territory. We will stop en-route for breaks and
find a suitable spot to enjoy our picnic lunches. Joining
the Stuart Highway – the famous north south highway
named after explorer John McDowall Stuart, we arrive
into the old gold mining town of Tennant Creek for the
night.
Bluestone Motor Inn, Tennant Creek
DAY 4 (BLD): TENNANT CREEK TO MATARANKA
Tuesday 28 July, 2015
We have an early start this morning to make the most
of our stay in Mataranka. Our journey today takes us
through Renner Springs and Elliot with a stop at Daly
Waters for lunch. The Daly Waters Pub is the oldest in
the Northern Territory and in the 1930s its international
airfield, Australia’s first, was where the fledgling
Australian airline QANTAS stopped for re-fuelling. We
then travel onto Mataranka where we can enjoy the
fantastic mineral pools.
Territory Manor, Mataranka
DAY 5 (BLD): MATARANKA TO KUNUNURRA
Wednesday 29 July, 2015
This morning, we continue up to Katherine – we’ll be
returning here so today we head west. We travel through
Victoria River Crossing and Timber Creek at the northern
edge of the Gregory National Park. The park covers
12,500 square kilometres and is in a transitional zone
between tropical and semi arid regions. We cross the
border into Western Australia which is the largest state
in the country and covers approximately one third of the
whole of Australia.
Because of the time change into W.A., we’ll take a brief
look around Kununurra before checking into our next
two nights accommodation. Kununurra was originally
established as the residential and administrative centre
of the Ord River Scheme - a huge irrigation scheme
which was developed in the 1970s. Our sightseeing will
include the drive out to historic Ivanhoe Crossing, the
old concrete causeway over the Ord River. To finish off
our day, we drive to Kelly’s Knob to enjoy the sunset – in
case you didn’t know, Kununurra has the best sunsets in
Australia – or so the locals say!
Kununurra Lakeside Resort
DAY 6 (BLD): EXPLORING KUNUNURRA
Thursday 30 July, 2015
This morning we have time for optional flights over
Purnululu National Park ex Kununurra (early morning is
the best time to fly over the Bungle Bungles). For the rest
of us, we have a more leisurely breakfast. For anyone
who wants some “down time” after our travelling days,
you can do so this morning – otherwise come into town
to explore and pick up some souvenirs. Kununurra has
several art galleries such as the Artopia Gallery which
has a range of works of local artists - make sure to
see the 32 square metre “Beyond the Beehives” mural
painted by artist Nadeen Lovell.
If anyone wants to look at diamonds, then once again,
Kununurra town centre is the place to be - Kimberley
Fine Diamonds has one of Australia’s biggest selections
of coloured diamonds, including pink diamonds. Those
are so rare that most people will probably never see one
(as we will learn when we visit the Argyle Diamond Mine
– it’s the only mine in the world that produces them).
Early afternoon, we drive to the Lake Argyle Tourist
Village for a light lunch. The Ord River Scheme was a
progressive and far sighted move to develop the tropical
north of Western Australia. During “the wet’ the rivers
of the East Kimberley become raging torrents. At times
the Ord River can empty 50 million litres a second
into the Cambridge Gulf! One of the many highlights
of our tour to the East Kimberley will be our cruise this
afternoon from below the massive wall of Lake Argyle
into Lake Kununurra and onto our motel, 55 kilometres
downstream.
Kununurra Lakeside Resort
DAY 7 (BLD): KUNUNURRA TO FITZROY CROSSING
Friday 31 July, 2015
Today is a travel day as we drive through the magnificent
scenery of the Carboyd Ranges. Our lunch stop is in
Halls Creek before continuing to Fitzroy Crossing.
Fitzroy River Lodge, Fitzroy Crossing
DAY 8 (BD): FITZROY CROSSING TO BROOME
Saturday 1 August, 2015
This morning we drive to nearby Geikie Gorge where
we take a cruise through this spectacular landscape.
The Fitzroy River has carved its path through the fossil
“Barrier Reef” formed 300 million years ago, resulting
in mountainous cliffs and breathtaking scenery. Our
destination today is Broome – we can purchase our late
lunch at the Willare Bridge Roadhouse before the last
leg of our journey into Broome. Broome is situated on
the coast at the southern tip of the Kimberley region. It
is bounded by wide sandy beaches and turquoise water
and enjoys a warm climate with plenty of sunshine.
The Oaks, Broome
DAY 9 (BD): EXPLORING BROOME
Sunday 2 August, 2015
This morning, we’ll explore this romantic town of the
north west, with its history entrenched in the pearling
industry. We’ll see the red rocks of Gantheaume Point,
the port area and we take a drive through Chinatown
with the jetty and pass by The Sun Pictures building, the
open air theatre owned by the Yamsaki family.
The discovery of rich pearling grounds off the coast in
the 1880s led to the foundation of Broome township
in 1883. By 1910 Broome was the world’s leading
pearling centre. It’s therefore appropriate to visit the
fascinating attraction, Pearl Luggers. It’s often said that
Broome’s pearling industry is as rich in culture as it is
in pearls. We’ll be taken through an exciting array of
pearling equipment with memorabilia from actual hard
hat diving suits to the hand powered pumps which fed
precious air to the divers below. To hear the stories first
hand is a memorable experience. We have the rest of the
day to do as we please – perhaps some pearl shopping
from one of the many outlets in Chinatown or just relax
and enjoy the resorts facilities.
We have a very special dinner planned this evening.
Just before sunset, we arrive at the famous Cable Beach
for a unique photo opportunity before our special dinner
at Cable Beach.
The Oaks, Broome
DAY 10 (BD): FREE DAY IN BROOME
Monday 3 August, 2015
Today is a totally free day. Relax at the resort, shop for
pearls, take a Hovercraft Cruise, ride a camel on Cable
Beach or visit Willie Creek Pearl Farm.
Alternatively, take a flight to Cape Leveque. (All tours are
optional and at own expense). We meet up for dinner to
discuss our day’s activities.
The Oaks, Broome
DAY 11 (BD): BROOME TO DERBY
Tuesday 4 August, 2015
Following breakfast and our check-out procedures we
have some time for some more touring before leaving
Broome. This morning we will take time to wander
through the Japanese Cemetery. The cemetery dates
back to the very early pearling days and bears witness
to the close ties Japan established with Broome in the
early 20th. century. The first recorded internment in this
cemetery is 1896. Literally hundreds of young Japanese
divers died either from the bends (divers paralysis) or
from drowning. A large stone obelisk in the cemetery
recalls those who were drowned at sea in the 1908
cyclone.
We now begin our journey back through the Kimberley.
Once again we stop to purchase lunch at the Willare
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Bridge Roadhouse, but then make our way north
towards Derby. We see the famous Boab Prison tree, 7
miles south of Derby, which was used in the early days
as an overnight lock up for prisoners before the final trek
into Derby. Capable of holding a number of prisoners, it
has an entrance which is about one metre wide and two
metres high. Have your photo taken in front of the water
tough – at 120m long and 1.2m wide, locals claim it
is the biggest water trough in the southern hemisphere.
We arrive in Derby with some time to have a look
around. We see the Derby Jetty (where both ends meet
the shore) and can stretch our legs with a walk if anyone
wishes.
Spinifex Hotel, Derby
DAY 12 (BLD): DERBY TO HALLS CREEK
Wednesday 5 August, 2015
Today we return to Fitzroy Crossing where we enjoy
lunch at the lodge. Our afternoon’s journey sees us
driving back to Halls Creek where we stay the night.
Road and weather conditions permitting, we take a brief
look at The Walls of China before checking into our
accommodation.
Kimberley Hotel, Halls Creek
DAY 13 (BLD): HALLS CREEK TO KUNUNURRA
Thursday 6 August, 2015
This morning we travel to the Argyle Diamond Mine
where we meet a guide for a tour of the mine. The Argyle
Diamond has put Australia on top as the world’s biggest
diamond producer. It is Australia’s only major diamond
producer, producing the extremely rare and valuable
pink diamonds, as well as fine whites and intriguing
champagne and cognac diamonds. The Argyle Diamond
Mine is one of the most technologically advanced mines
in the world. After the mine tour and lunch, we continue
to Kununurra.
Ibis Kununurra
DAY 14 (BLD): KUNUNURRA TO KATHERINE
Friday 7 August, 2015
Our journey today takes us back across the border into
the Northern Territory. We stop for lunch at Timber Creek
and a comfort stop at Victoria River before continuing
into Katherine.
Knotts Crossing Resort, Katherine
DAY 15 (BLD): KATHERINE TO DARWIN
Saturday 8 August, 2015
We’ll return to Katherine to enjoy the gorge cruise so
today we’ll make the most of our time in Litchfield
National Park. This morning, we make our way north
through Pine Creek on the way to Litchfield. The
65,000ha National Park with its untouched rainforests,
hot springs, magnificent waterfalls and stunning scenery
has gained the reputation as the jewel of the Northern
Territory’s crown.
We’ll head straight to lunch at the Litchfield Café, then
enjoy some touring in the park. There are some great
photo opportunities and we stop to see the magnetic
anthills and the magnificent Florence Falls from the
lookout platform. We then drive into Darwin for our next
two nights accommodation. Late afternoon, we transfer
to Cullen Bay for dinner at Seafood on Cullen whilst
watching the sun set. For those of us who cannot eat
seafood, alternative dishes are offered.
DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin
DAY 16 (B): EXPLORING DARWIN
Sunday 9 August, 2015
We enjoy a hearty breakfast before we explore Darwin
with a tour of the city sights. Many people aren’t aware
of the importance of Darwin during World War II so we’ll
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look at the city as it is today and also learn about the
involvement and history of the bombings of Darwin.
The present city centre was established in 1869 and
contains many of its remaining historic buildings such
as the Old Court House and Government House. We see
the new Parliament House built on the site of the Darwin
Post Office bombed during the war, the port area plus
the many other fascinating sights of Australia’s northern
gateway.
We then take a drive through Fannie Bay, popular with
sailors, windsurfers and water skiers to East Point where
we visit the Military Museum. Here we discover how the
Japanese raids on Darwin were kept a secret from the
Australian population and have now been made public.
Returning to our hotel, we have the rest of the day to
relax and enjoy the resort facilities – perhaps a dip in the
pool or some retail therapy.
We are lucky enough to be in Darwin on a Sunday night
so we transfer to the Mindil Beach Sunset Market – it is a
major social event and this fabulous local market offers
over 200 stalls with nearly 60 food stalls from more
than 30 different countries.
Dinner is at our own expense tonight so why not try
some Top End delicacies – barramundi, crocodile,
kangaroo and many others and see some local artifacts.
At a nominated time, we transfer back to the hotel – it
won’t be a late night as some of us are off to Kakadu
tomorrow morning!
DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin
DAY 17 (B): HOMEWARD BOUND FOR SOME OF US
Monday 10 August, 2015
For those of us who are heading home today, we can
enjoy a leisurely breakfast before our transfer to the
Airport. We arrive home with some wonderful memories
of a great holiday!
DAY 17 (BD): DARWIN
Monday 10 August, 2015
For those joining us or continuing on with our adventure,
we have a day at leisure. Take in some personal
sightseeing, enjoy some retail therapy or perhaps, just
relax by the pool and use the hotel’s facilities. We will
meet up tonight to discuss our day’s activities.
DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin
DAY 18 (BLD): DARWIN TO KAKADU
Tuesday 11 August, 2015
For those of us continuing on with our adventure, we
have an early start today to make the most of our time in
Kakadu. This morning, we head down the Stuart Highway
to join the Arnhem Highway – our destination today is
the Top End’s most important asset – the World Heritage
Listed Kakadu National Park. Aborigines have inhabited
the land for more than 50,000 years, leaving behind
incredible galleries of rock art - more than 5000 sites
of historical or cultural importance have been identified,
though only a few are open to visitors. Add Kakadu’s
magnificent scenery, unique flora and fauna, and you
have one of the world’s greatest natural wonders. Our
first stop on our way to Kakadu is the fabulous Jumping
Crocodile Cruise.
See powerful saltwater crocodiles as they propel
themselves high out of the water to snatch their prey.
With the help of experienced guides we learn more about
these magnificent creatures, and have the opportunity to
watch crocs jump for food from the safety of our boat.
Back on dry land, we head into the park and drive to Ubirr
Rock – the site of one of the best and most accessible
rock art galleries in the park.
The Main Gallery is an easy 1k walk from the car park
and contains examples of mouth sprayed hand stencils,
hunters carrying spears and fish, birds and animals
presented in x-ray style, revealing internal organs and
bone structures. Our late lunch stop is at Bowali Visitors
Centre. Our afternoon touring takes in Nourlangie Rock
for a short walk and to view more examples of ancient
aboriginal art. From here, it isn’t far to our overnight
accommodation, where we can check in and have some
time to relax before dinner.
Gagadju Lodge, Cooinda, Kakadu National Park
DAY 19 (BLD): KAKADU TO KATHERINE
Wednesday 12 August, 2015
One of the highlights of this tour will be the Yellow
Waters Sunrise Cruise so it’s well worth the early start.
Don’t forget to bring a camera because as we cruise on
the Yellow Waters Billabong we’ll see a large number
of birds and hopefully some crocodiles resting on the
muddy banks. After this sensational cruise, we return to
our accommodation for our breakfast, then take our time
to pack our bags.
On the way out of Cooinda, we stop at Warradjan
Aboriginal Cultural Centre. The Aboriginal traditional land
owners of Kakadu National Park have wanted to tell the
story about their culture for a long time. Through the
displays and exhibitions we can gain an understanding
of the Bininj and their country.
The Gallery is definitely worth looking at as well. We now
head out of the park to Pine Creek for our early lunch.
This afternoon, we travel to Katherine where we have
time to settle into our accommodation.
A visit to Katherine would not be complete without a
cruise through Katherine Gorge and tonight we do it in
style as we join the Nabilil Dreaming Sunset Cruise. Sit
back and relax as the tranquil surroundings transport
us into a spiritual world of Jawoyn culture and history.
Discover the music, stories and ways of the Jawoyn
against a magnificent backdrop of cliff faces changing
with the setting sun. Experience the spectacular beauty
of the gorge by candlelight whilst enjoying a delicious
smorgasbord dinner. Two cruises in one day? – they
couldn’t be more different!!
Knotts Crossing Resort, Katherine
DAY 20 (BLD): KATHERINE TO CAPE CRAWFORD
Thursday 13 August 2015
We have quite a way to travel today however tomorrow
will be more leisurely! We drive south and again notice
that the countryside begins to change dramatically as we
leave the tropics behind us. We continue to Daly Waters
where we once again enjoy lunch and the hospitality at
the famous pub. We then join the Carpentaria Highway
and head east to one of the most magnificent wilderness
eco areas in Australia.
And our accommodation is quite unique too – the
Heartbreak Hotel! They say the hotel has been
“heartbreaking” for every owner who has had her! But
this hotel is an institution – a truly genuine representation
of the Australian Outback. We’ll arrive quite late, have
dinner and retire to bed.
Heart Break Hotel, Mount Crawford
DAY 21 (BLD): EXPLORING MCARTHUR RIVER
Friday 14 August, 2015
We have the chance to sleep in and enjoy a leisurely
breakfast this morning. HOWEVER, one of the best things
to do in this area is to take a helicopter flight over the
Lost City. (This flight is optional and at own expense –
please advise when booking if you wish to take this offer
up.) We will be overwhelmed by the ancient columns
of sandstone, truly a natural wonder. This tour is only
accessible by helicopter.
Our flight takes us over the Abner Escarpment onto a
plateau of the Abner Ranges situated on McArthur
River Station. From the air we will see exactly how
these natural sky scrapers were formed. The area was
once an inland sea, the water seeped into the rock and
eroded it, breaking it into columns up to 25m tall. At
1.4 billion years in the making, these rocks are some
of the oldest in the world. They consist of 95% silica
and are held together by an outer crust made mainly of
iron, giving them their red colour. The helicopter doesn’t
have any doors for better visibility and great aerial photo
opportunities (any squeamish flyers are advised to take
the middle seat!).
Mid morning, we begin our days travel with packed
lunches onboard. At nearly 380kms, it’s a fair stretch
from the Heartbreak to Barkly Homestead but it’s an
interesting drive with plenty of places to pull up for a rest.
It’s bitumen all the way but unfenced – and there could
be some cattle on the road. It was around here that the
famous Captain Starlight was the first to stock what is
now some of the finest cattle country in Australia.
We pass through Brunette Downs, known around these
parts for the ABC Race Club’s Brunette Downs Races!
As we continue through the vast Mitchell Grass plains
we’ll see hundreds of termite mounds, spiking up like
crocodile teeth from the earth for hundreds and hundreds
of acres.
Barkly Homestead
town is located on the mouth of the Norman River and
is now the centre of the prawning industry in the Gulf of
Carpentaria. A barramundi fishing industry operates out
of the town so later this afternoon we take a guided tour
of the Barramundi Discovery Centre.
Our last activity will surely be one of the highlights of
our tour. We board the Crab & Croc Cruise to watch the
sky and sea turn into fire with this peaceful and relaxing
cruise.
We’ll sip on a glass of wine and enjoy some canapes
including some freshly cooked Gulf Prawns and a tropical
fruit platter as the sun sets. We return to Normantan later
this evening to enjoy some hot soup and crusty bread
for supper.
Gulfland Motel, Normanton
DAY 23 (BLD): MT. ISA TO NORMANTON
Sunday 16 August 2015
We are on the road again this morning. We travel to
Cloncurry where we stop for our morning tea break.
Cloncurry has a name for being Australia’s hottest spot
(one of the reasons we are travelling during the winter
months!). We now head north to the Burke & Wills Road
House where we stop for lunch. Our afternoon journey
takes us via Bang Bang to Normanton for our next two
night stay.
Gulfland Motel, Normanton
DAY 25 (BLD): NORMANTON TO UNDARA
Tuesday 18 August 2015
We’ll be refreshed and ready for our journey today. We’ll
have a look at the Normanton Railway Station which is
a classic example of Victorian architecture and it’s here
that we board the Gulflander which is a quite famous
train that still runs from Normanton to Croydon. Our ride
today takes us only as far as Critters Camp where our
coach will meet us.
After morning tea from the coach, we head east along
the Gulf Developmental Road to Croydon. This old gold
mining town was once the biggest in the Gulf and today
it still has some interesting buildings. It was reckoned
that there were once 50,000 gold mines in the area
and reminders of these are scattered all around the
countryside. There is a bit of a resurgence of gold mining
in the area again today with new technology making it
feasible to rework the old diggings.
After lunch, we travel through Georgetown and Mt.
Surprise before making our way to Undara for our
overnight accommodation. The Lava Lodge is set in
thousands of square kms of pristine tropical Savannah
woodlands.
Our accommodation tonight is in specially restored
antique railway carriages nestled in the bush and our
dinner this evening features some of the region’s best
produce! (Please note that the railway carriages share a
facilities block.)
Undara Lava Lodge, Undara
DAY 24 (BLD): KARUMBA
Monday 17 August 2015
We enjoy a lazy morning starting with a leisurely
breakfast before a look around Normanton – we can
see the historic Burns Philp buildings, the National
Hotel (the purple pub!) and a photo opportunity with
Kris (Australia’s largest saltwater croc) before heading
to Karumba. Here we’ll have our “fish ‘n chip” lunch at
Ash’s Café the Point.
Karumba is the easiest point of access to the Gulf. A
telegraph station was established here in 1870 and
during the 1930s the Royal Mail Service operated
Empire Flying boats from here to Asia and Europe. The
DAY 26 (BD): UNDARA TO CAIRNS
Wednesday 19 August 2015
We have arranged a morning tour of the Undara Lava
Tubes to view these amazing underground tunnels.
Formed thousand of years ago when the volcano Undara
erupted, the tunnels were gouged out by the lava flow.
From here we drive to the Atherton Tablelands. We stop
to purchase lunch in one of the villages and we’ll also
visit the Curtain Fig Tree.
To count the tangled roots of the Curtain Fig would take a
week. Its curtain of aerial roots drop 15 metres (49 feet)
to the ground. Large basalt boulders cover the forest floor,
which is probably why the forest here wasn’t cleared for
DAY 22 (BD): BARKLY TO MT. ISA
Saturday 15 August 2015
Our destination today is Mt Isa. On our arrival, we’ll have
time to purchase some lunch. Later this afternoon, we
take in some local sights including the panorama of Mt.
Isa from the lookout and a drive to Lake Moondarra.
Burke & Wills Mount Isa
farming - and why the curtain fig tree remains standing.
We now make our way through Mareeba to Kuranda.
Here we board the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, which
takes us across the rooftop of World Heritage listed
rainforest areas and down to the coastal plain. Stretching
7.5 kilometres across the rainforest canopy, Skyrail is
the world’s longest gondola cableway. The views are
spectacular.
We can stop off during our descent to visit a rainforest
interpretative centre and for a short walk along a
boardwalk through the rainforest. There is a coffee shop
at the terminal for those who arrive first – perhaps some
refreshments or a look through the gift shop. Our coach
will be waiting for us for the transfer to our last nights
accommodation in beautiful Cairns.
Pullman International Cairns
DAY 27 (BL): CAIRNS TO TOWNSVILLE
Thursday 20 August 2015
For anyone leaving the tour in Cairns (flying home), we
can arrange a transfer from the hotel to Cairns Airport.
Today we begin our journey homeward bound. Our
first stop this morning will be the Babinda Boulders
for a photo opportunity. Next stop is historic Paronella
Park. What an amazing place! Created in the 1930’s by
Spanish Immigrant Jose’ Paronella, this once thriving
social and entertainment centre is today still enjoyed by
visitors from near and far.
Protected by the National Trust, Paronella Park is what
remains of a magnificent castle surrounded by acres
of gardens, modelled on the best botanic gardens of
Europe. The castle was lit by power generated by North
Queensland’s first hydro electric scheme more than 7000
trees were planted including the magnificent Kauris
which line “Kauri Avenue”. We enjoy lunch here and
time to explore the site then continue on to Townsville.
We arrive back at our starting point with some amazing
memories of our fantastic tour!
Cost of Tour: Excludes Flights – TBA Early 2015
Option 1: $9490 pp twin/double share
Single Supp: $2168
Deposit: $1000 pp is required within 7 days of
booking to secure your seat on the tour. *See Terms &
Conditions.
Option 2: $6075 pp twin/double share
Single Supp: $1495
Deposit: $600 pp is required within 7 days of booking
to secure your seat on the tour. *See Terms & Conditions.
Option 3: $3820 pp twin/double share
Single Supp: $798
Deposit: $300 pp is required within 7 days of booking
to secure your seat on the tour. *See Terms & Conditions.
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September
TOOWOOMBA CARNIVAL OF FLOWERS
4 DAYS COACH IN/COACH OUT
Pick up available from Brisbane Airport or Brisbane West Wellcamp Airport (Twmba). Conditions apply.
Itinerary
DAY 1: HOME TO TOOWOOMBA
Friday 18 September 2015
Welcome to our 4 day tour to attend the Toowoomba
Carnival of Flowers. On arrival into Toowoomba Peters
Coaches will welcome us to the township. Once our
bags are loaded we are set to go!
A local guide will join the coach providing a guided tour
of Toowoomba. We can now check-in to our motel and
unpack as this will be home for the next 3 nights.
Lunch and dinner own expense and arrangements.
Platinum International Toowoomba
Friday 18th – Monday 21st September 2015
The Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers is Australia’s
longest running annual horticultural event and is
renowned as a National spring icon. The Carnival
brings together horticulture, entertainment and
gourmet foods in a unique culmination of spring
celebrations, horticultural excellence and artistic
diversity that remains unrivalled by any other
Queensland event.
From food and flowers, wine and watering cans
to music and mulch - the Toowoomba Carnival of
Flowers is blooming brilliance at its best!
Highlights
•Grand Central Floral Parade
•T.C.O.F - Grand Champion Garden
•Queens Park & Botanical Gardens
•Laurel Bank Scented Gardens
•Ju Raku En – Japanese Gardens
•Spring Bluff
•State Rose Garden
•Brindabella Gardens
•Cobb & Co Museum
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DAY 2 (B): CARNIVAL OF FLOWERS
Saturday 19 September 2015
Today is Grand Parade Day. We meet back up with our
local guide who today will take us on a tour of some
private gardens and the prizewinning gardens of the
2015 carnival of flowers; they will make us “green” with
envy, including a visit to Ju Raku En, Australia’s largest
and most traditionally designed Japanese Stroll Garden.
We explore the 3 kilometers of stroll paths in 4.5
hectares of Japanese landscape on the campus of the
University of Southern Queensland. We make our way to
the Grand Champion Garden for the 2015 Toowoomba
Carnival of Flowers.
We have time to purchase lunch and enjoy the
carnival atmosphere. Mid-afternoon we make our way
to our seats for Australia’s most unique Street Parade
- the Grand Central Floral Parade. Spectacular floats
decorated with live flowers, fitting the chosen theme for
the year, plus Bands, Marching Groups and Carnival
Characters. The Parade winds through the city and we
enjoy it from a prime viewing location on reserved tiered
seating. There is so much to see and colours to absorb!
Breakfast at the resort, lunch and dinner at own expense
and arrangements.
Platinum International Toowoomba
DAY 3 (BL): TOOWOOMBA
Sunday 20 September 2015
Following a hearty breakfast we set out for a day of
touring. We stop to visit some of the beautiful public
gardens for which the city is renowned. Queens Park
and Botanical Gardens, which reflects the grand
gardening designs of a particularly English nature and
is home to stately old trees many of which are more
than 100 years old. We also visit the entirely different
Laurel Bank Scented Gardens, which is a gracious park
designed specifically for the blind.
For lunch we make our way to Toowoomba’s most
notable tourist attraction, the Cobb & Co Museum
which is part of the Queensland Museum. It is more
comprehensive than its name suggests. It traces the
history of horse drawn transportation in Australia from
old timber wagons, spring wagons, and bullock drays
through to the Cobb & Co coaches and the elegant
Victoria and a landau used by the Duke of Edinburgh
when he visited the colony in 1876. We enjoy lunch
here with time to explore the museum.
This afternoon we make our way out to Spring Bluff, with
its beautiful railway station (established in1867). The
station has won many awards for its gardens that come
alive each spring and summer with mass displays of
flowering annuals.
Next we visit the State Rose Garden, Newton Park which
has more than 1500 roses and growing. The Rosarium
is being continually upgraded as a living memorial to
the people of the city and the district in general. After
having some time here at leisure we head to Brindabella
Gardens, a 4 acre English Style garden filled with
perfumed roses, cottage perennials, and rare plant
specimens. After a fantastic day filled with beautiful
perfumes and colour we return to our hotel with time to
freshen up before dinner.
Breakfast in the motel, lunch at Cobb and Co Museum,
dinner own arrangements and expense.
Platinum International Toowoomba
DAY 4 (B): TOOWOOMBA TO HOME
Monday 21 September 2015
After a hearty breakfast we farewell our hosts and
check out of our hotel. We are transferred to the airport
to meet our return flight home. We arrive home with
many wonderful memories of our 4 day holiday in
Toowoomba.
Breakfast in motel, lunch own expense and
arrangements.
Cost of Tour: $990 per person twin/double share
Single Supplement: $264
Excludes flights. At own arrangement.
Deposit: $100 pp is required within 7 days of booking
to secure your seat on the tour. *See Terms & Conditions.
October
MELBOURNE CUP VS. ZOOFARI ADVENTURE DUBBO
Itinerary
DAY 1 (LD): TOOWOOMBA TO NARRABRI
Saturday 31 October 2015
Welcome to our 6 day tour to Dubbo an experience we
won’t forget staying at the Taronga Western Plains Zoo!
Once our morning pickups are complete we are set to
go. We head to Goondiwindi where we enjoy our lunch
at O’Shea’s Royal Hotel. This afternoon we travel through
Moree to Narrabri for our overnight stay.
Lunch at O’Shea’s Royal Hotel, dinner in motel.
Nandewar Motor Inn, Narrabri
Saturday 31st October – Thursday 5th
November 2015
Dubbo- one of Australia’s largest cities - is situated
in the geographical heart of NSW and has a history
that goes back more than 180 years.
The city’s colourful history began just 30 years after
the arrival of the First Fleet when in 1817 and 1818
explorer John Oxley documented and reported the
rich grazing and farming potential of the area known
today as Dubbo city.
Situated on the Macquarie River, 400ks west of
Sydney, Dubbo - from the aboriginal word meaning
“red earth”- has plenty to offer. Its largest and most
popular attraction is the Taronga Western Plains
Zoo. Run by the Taronga Conservation Society of
Australia, it’s much more than a zoo – it’s an African
Safari – and during our tour we are going to stay
overnight in their Zoofari Accommodation.
Our stay will be under canvas, in a luxurious lodge,
surrounded by the strange and mysterious sounds
of the African night! Self-contained accommodation
with ensuite bathrooms, Zoofari Lodge is a unique
retreat located within the grounds of Taronga
Western Plains Zoo and provides magical up close
experiences with wildlife from all over the world.
Highlights
• The Lime Grove
•Narromine Aviation Museum
•Andonbel Alpacas, Narromine
•Taronga Western Plains Zoo
•Dundullimal Homestead
•Melbourne Cup Luncheon
•Old Dubbo Gaol
•Pilliga Pottery
DAY 2 (BLD): NARRABRI TO DUBBO
Sunday 1 November 2015
We have an early start to the day today. We continue our
travels on the Newell Highway through Coonabarabran
and Dubbo into Narromine – on the Macquarie River.
There are some interesting things to see here. We head
to The Lime Grove – the largest lime orchard in Australia.
We have arranged a light lunch in their café followed by
a brief tour and a visit to their produce shop.
Next on our list is to Narromine Aviation Museum at the
local airport. The Narromine aerodrome, constructed
after World War I, is home to the oldest country aero
club in the Australia. Over 2000 pilots lived and trained
in Narromine during World War II. Visitors have included
Charles Kingsford Smith, Charles Ulm, Chuck Yeager
and Nancy Bird Walton. It was used as a training station
for pilots in World War II.
Following time here we visit Andonbell’s Alpaca Farm.
They have an old Melbourne Train set up as a café where
we will enjoy a country style afternoon tea and an alpaca
shearing demonstration.
After our interesting day we head straight to the Western
Plains Zoo. The zoo is one of the largest in the world,
covering some 300 hectares, where animals live in
large natural areas behaving very much as they would in
the wild. The unique Zoofari Lodges here at the Western
Plains Zoo can only accommodate half our group at
a time so we are going to split! Half of us will check
into the Lodge and enjoy an itinerary that includes a
sunset safari this afternoon, a three course dinner in
the Main House and a Zoo under Spotlight Tour before
a nightcap (own expense) at around 9pm. It will be
a great experience! The rest of us will check-in to our
accommodation and relax before dinner.
Breakfast and dinner included lunch at the Lime Grove.
Zoofari Western Plains Zoo/Golden West Motel, Dubbo
DAY 3 (BLD): TOOWOOMBA
Monday 2 November 2015
Our first “zoo group” have a full buffet breakfast to look
forward to in the Main House before the rest of us arrive.
Then with everyone on the coach we will take a drive
around the zoo and welcome one of the zoo guides
to join us for our tour. Lunch today is at Dundullimal,
a National Trust property built in the 1840’s originally
as part of a 6,500 hectare squatting run. The timber
6 DAYS COACH IN/COACH OUT
slab homestead is sophisticated in its T-shape plan and
fine cedar joinery, stone stables, stockyards and the
remnants of a 19th century garden will all help make
this a fascinating visit. Then this afternoon is time for
our second ‘zoo group” to stay overnight in the Zoofari at
Western Plains Zoo.
Breakfast and dinner in Zoofari/Motel, light lunch at
Dundullimal.
Zoofari Western Plains Zoo/Golden West Motel, Dubbo
DAY 4 (BLD): RACE DAY!
Tuesday 3 November 2015
“And we’re off and racing”…Following a leisurely
breakfast it is time to put on our best and head to
Reflections Restaurant for our Melbourne Cup Luncheon.
Melbourne Cup wherever you are in Australia is the race
that stops the Nation! We enjoy a full buffet lunch then
it will be time to watch the race, hope you backed the
winner! After a great day we return to our motel to relax
and unwind from all the excitement of the day.
Breakfast and dinner in the motel, lunch at Quality Inn
Reflections Restaurant Dubbo.
Golden West Motel Dubbo
DAY 5 (BLD): DUBBO TO MOREE
Wednesday 4 November 2015
We farewell our hosts this morning we embark on our
final visit in Dubbo. We travel to the Old Dubbo Gaol,
a stark reminder of our harsh and often violent past.
Inside the huge sandstone gates we will view the original
gallows as well as many other items of interest.
Following our visit we head north on the Newell Highway
through Coonabarabran stopping to visit Pilliga Pottery.
The beautiful woodlands of the Pilliga surround it and
inspire their work, which ranges from garden pottery to
beautifully designed kitchenware and decorative pottery
of every shape and size. We also enjoy a light lunch
here today then this afternoon travel on through for our
overnight stay in Moree. Tonight being the last night on
tour we can enjoy our farewell dinner in the motel.
Breakfast and dinner in the motel, lunch at Pilliga Pottery.
Dragon & Phoenix Motel, Moree
DAY 6 (BL): MOREE TO HOME
Thursday 5 November 2015
Today is a travel day to home. This morning we can
farewell our hosts and check out of our motel stopping
along the way for convenience stops stopping in
Warwick for lunch at the Warwick RSL Services. We
arrive home with many wonderful memories of our 6
day Zoofari holiday in Dubbo.
Breakfast in motel, lunch at Warwick RSL Services.
Cost of Tour: $1975 per person twin/double share
Single Supplement: $195
Deposit: $400 pp is required within 7 days of booking
to secure your seat on the tour. *See Terms & Conditions.
17
November
KIWI RAIL ADVENTURE TOUR – NEW ZEALAND
12 DAYS FLY/COACH/FLY
In Conjunction with Leisure Time Tours
Thursday 5th – Monday 16th
November 2015
THE TRAIN JOURNEYS...
The Northerner The Northern Explorer service
is a remarkable, ever-changing daytime journey
between Auckland and Wellington which takes
you into the heart of the North Island, through lush
green farmland, native forests, over stunning river
gorges and across New Zealand’s volcanic plateau.
Highlights include Tongariro National Park and
the Raurimu Spiral, an amazing feat of railway
engineering.
Coastal Pacific The Coastal Pacific train journey
travels between the delightful port of Picton and
Christchurch, the South Island’s largest city. This
journey is a scenic feast of New Zealand, with the
Kaikoura mountain ranges on one side of your train
and the rugged Pacific Ocean coastline on the other.
Tranz Alpine The TranzAlpine scenic train journey
travels between Christchurch and Greymouth, from
one coast of New Zealand to the other. From the
comfort of world class carriages you’ll see the fields
of the Canterbury Plains and farmland, followed
by the spectacular gorges and river valleys of the
Waimakariri River. Your train then climbs into the
majestic Southern Alps to Arthurs Pass.
Taieri Gorge The Taieri Gorge Railway, offers
unique and panoramic views over ever-changing
scenery. There are opportunities for photos where
the train either slows down or stops for you to
disembark.
Highlights
•Meet & Greet on Arrival in NZ
•Return Economy Airfares
•Return Coach Travel Toowoomba – Brisbane Airport
•4 Rail Journeys – Inc: Northerner, Coastal Pacific, Tranz Alpine & Taieri Gorge
•3 Scenic Boat Cruises
•Milford Sound
•Auckland City Sightseeing Tour
•Christchurch
•Franz Josef
•Walter Peak Station
•Mitre Peak & The Bowen Falls
•Lake Tekapo & The Church of the Good Shepherd
Itinerary
DAY 1: ARRIVE AUCKLAND
Thursday 5 November 2015
Welcome to New Zealand! You are met on arrival at the
Auckland International Airport before being transferred to
your hotel.
Rendezvous Grand Hotel, Auckland – 2 nights
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DAY 2 (B): AUCKLAND SIGHTS
Friday 6 November 2015
After breakfast embark on an Auckland City Sightseeing
Tour. Learn about the City’s history and discover the
spectacular scenery on this introductory tour of Auckland
- enjoy the panoramic views from the Michael Joseph
Savage Memorial Park near Mission Bay, see the Winter
Gardens in the Auckland Domain. Journey around
Auckland’s waterfront to visit Kelly Tarlton’s Underwater
World and Antarctic Encounter for a scuba diver’s view
of the sharks, massive stingrays and other deep sea
creatures as you travel through the Perspex Tunnel.
You will also take a trip to the ‘South Pole’ to see live
penguin colonies, walk through a replica of Scott’s Hut
at Antarctica and learn about his ill-fated expedition. This
afternoon is at your leisure to further explore ‘Auckland
the City of Sails’.
DAY 3 (B): AUCKLAND – WELLINGTON
Saturday 7 November 2015
This morning, you are transferred from your hotel to the
Auckland Train Station to board The Northern Explorer.
The Northern Explorer is a journey through the heart of
the North Island, travelling between Auckland - New
Zealand’s largest city and home of the Sky Tower, to
Wellington – New Zealand’s arts and culture capital.
Along the way you pass the Central North Island ski
towns of National Park and Ohakune, popular with
young and old alike. Also see fantastic views of New
Zealand farmland, the volcanic plateau, Mount Ruapehu,
the world famous Raurimu Spiral, and stunning river
gorges - all from our panoramic windows or open air
viewing decks allowing you the best possible views.
On arrival into Wellington you are transferred to your
accommodation.
James Cook Grand Chancellor Hotel, Wellington
DAY 4 (B): WELLINGTON – CHRISTCHURCH
Sunday 8 November 2015
Today cruise the Cook Strait heading through the beautiful
Queen Charlotte Sound into the South Island. On arrival
in Picton board the Coastal Pacific train journey to travel
from the delightful port of Picton through to Christchurch,
the South Island’s largest city. This journey is a scenic
feast of New Zealand, with the Kaikoura mountain
ranges on one side of your train and the rugged Pacific
Ocean coastline on the other. One of the world’s most
scenic train journeys, the Coastal Pacific travels through
22 tunnels and crosses 175 bridges. The Coastal
Pacific includes an open air viewing carriage where all
your senses are awakened with the clean, fresh, sea air.
On arrival you are transferred to your accommodation.
Quality Hotel Elms, Christchurch
DAY 5 (BD): CHRISTCHURCH – FRANZ JOSEF
Monday 9 November 2015
From Christchurch we traverse the Southern Alps aboard
the famous Tranz-Alpine rail journey to Arthurs Pass.
From your carriage you’ll see the fields of the Canterbury
Plains and farmland, followed by the spectacular gorges
and river valleys of the Waimakariri River. Your train then
climbs into the Southern Alps. Once we have crossed
into the Southern Alps we are met at the village of Arthurs
Pass by our coach to continue our journey to the West
Coast – or the Coast as locals call it, stopping in Hokitika
where a visit is made to the Greenstone and Glass
Blowing factories. Further south we tour the Westland
National Park, the home of Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers.
On arrival, time is available for optional scenic flights,
before continuing onto our accommodation for the night.
Scenic Franz Josef Hotel, Franz Josef
DAY 6 (B): FRANZ JOSEF – QUEENSTOWN
Tuesday 10 November 2015
Driving towards the southern end of the South Island’s
West Coast Road, there is a strong sense of entering a
primeval land, and a feeling of total isolation.
Arriving at Haast, you are surrounded by a landscape
of rainforest, wetlands, sand dunes and surf-pounded
shingle beaches. This wilderness forms part of the South
West New Zealand World Heritage Area, so designated
because South Westland and Fiordland have some of the
most dramatic forest and mountain scenery and natural
resources in the world. From the Westland National Park
we travel through the Haast River valleys and over the
Haast Pass to Makaroa and onto the upper reaches of
Lake Wanaka. Travelling past Lake Hawea we reach the
popular Lake Wanaka, the starting point of the mighty
Clutha River. This afternoon we travel via Cromwell
following the Kawarau Gorge Road into Queenstown.
Tonight is free for you to explore the local restaurants,
cafes and bars.
Copthorne Lakefront Hotel, Queenstown – 2 nights
DAY 7 (BD): QUEENSTOWN
Wednesday 11 November 2015
Today is at leisure. Visit the Remarkable’s or Coronet
Peak. Experience the thrill of a jet-boat ride along the
Shotover or Kawarau Rivers. Perhaps a scenic 4 wheel
drive excursion through Skippers Canyon, it’s up to you.
This evening we take a cruise across Lake Wakatipu on
the steamer TSS Earnslaw to Walter Peak Station to dine
at the Colonel’s Homestead.
DAY 8 (BD): QUEENSTOWN – TE ANAU
Thursday 12 November 2015
Leaving Queenstown we skirt the shores of Lake
Wakatipu, New Zealand’s third largest lake. Travelling
via Te Anau we reach the beautiful Eglinton Valley
climbing to Homer Tunnel before descending through
the spectacular Cleddau Canyon to reach Milford Sound
where we enjoy a cruise of the Sound. The Sound is
dominated by the grandeur of Mitre Peak and the Bowen
Falls. From Milford Sound we return to Te Anau reaching
our overnight accommodation.
Distinction Luxmore Hotel, Lake Te Anau
DAY 9 (BD): TE ANAU – DUNEDIN
Friday 13 November 2015
Departing Te Anau we travel through some of New
Zealand’s most populated sheep country through to
Lumsden and onto Gore before arriving in Dunedin –
“the Edinburgh of the South”. Upon our arrival into
Dunedin, we board the Taieri Gorge Train Excursion from
wv
the historic Dunedin Railway Station for a scenic train
ride into the spectacular Taieri Gorge to Pukerangi and
return. Experience the dramatic changes in scenery from
a bustling city to the remote hinterland regions, marvel
at graceful wrought iron viaducts spanning deep ravines
and admire skilfully crafted stonework on bridges and
tunnels.
DAY 10 (BD): DUNEDIN – OMARAMA
Saturday 14 November 2015
This morning we visit Olveston House – an impressive
turn-of-the-century house that is still home to all the
lavish furnishings and art collections that have been
collected from all corners of the world. We continue to
then take in the sights of this old Scottish City. Then
onto Oamaru where we have time to look at the ‘White
Stone City’. The old buildings have been constructed with
local limestone. It was from Oamaru that New Zealand’s
first frozen meat was shipped in 1882 taking over three
months to reach England, and thus began New Zealand’s
most important export industry. Travelling inland through
Benmore and Otematata, through Sailors Cutting we
arrive at Omarama.
Heritage Gateway Hotel, Omarama
DAY 11 (BD): OMARAMA – CHRISTCHURCH
Sunday 15 November 2015
A day for spectacular sights. We head north to skirt the
shore of Lake Pukaki to Mount Cook, New Zealand’s
highest mountain. Time is available to enjoy an
optional scenic flight over the ancient rivers of ice and
the West Coast Glaciers (weather permitting – a highly
recommended option). Travelling to Tekapo we witness
the magnificent blue waters of Lake Tekapo. Here we visit
the Church of the Good Shepherd and the statue of the
Collie dog, before travelling the vast Mackenzie Basin,
‘YOU BEAUTY BUNDY’ - BUNDABERG STAYPUT
Thursday 26th – Monday 30th
November 2015
Bundaberg’s location on Queensland’s sub-tropical
coast allows the city the enviable position of having
a great climate all year round! Average summer
temperatures range in the 20s which give way to
mild and dry winters - perfect weather to produce
sugar cane!
The best known by-product is Bundaberg Rum,
unique in that it is the only place in Australia where
the entire range of sugar production occurs –
growing, milling, refining, research and distilling.
Our tour includes a visit – and taste – to the famous
Bundaberg Rum Distillery. We will also see the
interesting Agnes Water and the Town of 1770, the
site of the second landing by James Cook.
Highlights
•South Burnett Regional Timber Museum Wondai
•Guided tour of Bundaberg
•Hinkler Hall of Aviation, Botanic Gardens, Bundaberg
•Bundaberg Rum Distillery
•Burnett River Cruises, Bundaberg
•Flying High Bird Sanctuary, Apple Tree Creek
•Agnes Water
•Cruise on the LARC - 1770 Environmental Tours, Agnes Water
Itinerary
DAY 1 (LD): TOOWOOMBA TO BUNDABERG
Thursday 26 November 2015
Welcome to our 5 day tour to Bundaberg. This morning
we get underway and head north via Kingaroy to
Wondai. We’ll stop to visit the South Burnett Timber
Museum followed by lunch at the local club. This
afternoon we continue our travels through to our
destination of Bundaberg, in the North
Burnett region. We check into our motel
and freshen up for dinner.
Lunch in club, dinner in motel.
Econolodge
Park
lane
Motel,
Bundaberg
DAY 2 (BLD): BUNDABERG
Friday 27 November 2015
Following breakfast we begin our sightseeing tour.
We are joined on the coach by a local guide who will
introduce us this major sugar growing processing and
exporting centre. As we drive around ‘Bundy’ look out
for the local landmark of the ‘Whaling Wall’. This is a
fantastic marine life wall mural on one of Bundaberg’s
highest buildings in the town centre.
Dropping off our guide, we visit the Botanic Gardens
including a visit to Hinkler Hall of Aviation, dedicated
to the life and times of the famous aviator Bert Hinkler.
In 1928 he made the first solo flight between England
and Australia. The house in which he lived his final
years was transported from Southampton, England to its
present location within the gardens.
We’ll also enjoy a light lunch here in the gardens before
heading to the iconic Bundaberg Rum Distillery. This
Australian spirit has been rolled out of the production line
for 110 years and today we are here for a guided tour.
We’ll be able to look, feel and taste our way through the
making process starting with the raw material molasses
to the aromas of maturing spirit. We then return to our
motel.
Breakfast and dinner in motel, light lunch in gardens.
Econolodge Park lane Motel, Bundaberg
DAY 3 (BD): LOCAL TOURING
Saturday 28 November 2015
This morning we head to the river where we’ll join the
Bundy Belle for a cruise along the beautiful Burnett River.
From aboard this fully restored classic river ferry, we
will see the bulk sugar terminal, the trawlers unloading
their catch at the seafood processing plants and the
Bundaberg marina. We’ll enjoy the tranquillity of the
river’s lower reaches as we sit in comfort in the cabin
or out on the deck.
Upon disembarkation we have some time to purchase
lunch before our afternoon’s visit to Apple Tree Creek
to visit the Flying High Bird Habitat. Covering an area
of two acres and reaching a height of seven metres,
the many varieties of Australian parrots and finches fly
free in a natural habitat created especially for them!
Within the aviary, there are now over 1500 birds
which can be observed at the different feeding
stations along the 300 metres of walking
track. Now added to the collection are
four spectacular South American
over Burke’s Pass through Fairlie, Geraldine, Ashburton
and across the Canterbury Plains into Christchurch.
Quality Hotel Elms, Christchurch
DAY 12 (B): CHRISTCHURCH – HOME PORT
Monday 16 November 2015
Farewell from New Zealand, today you will be transferred
from the hotel to Christchurch International Airport for
your flight home.
Cost of Tour: $4890 per person twin/double share
Single Supplement: $1190
Includes return coach travel Toowoomba - Brisbane. Full
payment due 25th September 2015.
Deposit: $500 pp is required within 7 days of booking
to secure your seat on the tour. *See Terms & Conditions.
5 DAYS COACH IN/COACH OUT
Macaw’s, along with numerous finches from Africa and
Asia. We return to Bundaberg via Gin Gin.
Breakfast and dinner in motel, lunch at own cost.
Econolodge Park lane Motel, Bundaberg
DAY 4 (BD): AGNES WATER & 1770
Sunday 29 November 2015
Today we are off to visit Agnes Water and the Town of
1770. Upon arrival into town we will have a local guide
join us for a tour of the area. Our tour includes a stop
at Round Hill Headland to see the anchor from the ‘MV
Countess Russell’ which, in 1873, was wrecked to the
south, on what has become known as Wreck Rock
(off Deepwater National Park) as well as the Captain
Cook Monument located on Captain Cook Drive. This
indicated the point at which he landed, and is now the
Town of 1770.
After our tour we have some time to enjoy a lunch break
(own expense) before boarding the award winning
Larc (lighter amphibious resupply cargo vessel). Our
afternoon tour will be a cruise and tour to Eurimbula
National Park. From here we re-join the Bruce Highway
and return to Bundaberg.
Breakfast and dinner in motel, lunch at own cost.
Econolodge Park lane Motel, Bundaberg
DAY 5 (BL): BUNDABERG TO HOME
Monday 30 November 2015
We farewell our hosts this morning and make our way
south via Maryborough and Gympie stopping en-route
for our picnic lunches. We arrive back home later today
completing our holiday to Bundaberg
Breakfast in motel, picnic lunches.
Cost of Tour: $1395 per person twin/double share
Single Supplement: $242
Deposit: $200 pp is required within 7 days of
booking to secure your seat on the tour. *See Terms &
Conditions.
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December
CHRISTMAS IN THE WHITSUNDAYS
6 DAYS COACH IN/COACH OUT
Featuring: Long Island Resort
Wednesday 23rd – Monday 28th
December 2015
The Whitsunday Coast, to the north of Mackay,
is located on the same latitude as Rio de Janeiro
and Tahiti. The average winter temperature is in the
mid-20s.
Within this archipelago lie the enchanted islands of
the Whitsundays – some 74 within the immediate
region. We will be staying at Long Island just 15
minutes by ferry from Shute Harbour. The Beach
Front Units at the Resort overlook a protected beach
and are a short walk to the Resort Facilities.
We have an itinerary that includes bird and fish
feeding on the Island, short nature walks and a
stunning day trip to a remote part of the Proserpine
River for a safari to see estuarine crocodiles and
to explore the Goorganga Plains- a listed wetland
habitat full of wildlife. And of course Christmas lunch
with all the trimmings.
Highlights
•Rockhampton
•Airlie Beach
•Breakfree Long Island Resort
•Return Transfers from Port of Airlie to Long Island
•Christmas Day Lunch with all the trimmings
•Proserpine River Eco Tours
•Goorganga Wetlands
•Calm Water Cruise
Itinerary
DAY 1 (LD): TOOWOOMBA TO ROCKHAMPTON
Wednesday 23 December 2015
Welcome to our Christmas tour to the wonderful
Whitsundays. Once we have packed the coach and
completed our pick up service we are on our way. Our
destination today is Rockhampton. Our route takes us
north to Childers and then along the Bruce Highway,
bypassing Gladstone, to Rockhampton for our overnight
stay.
Club lunch Childers, dinner in the motel.
Centrepoint Motor Inn, Rockhampton
SNEAK PEAK JANUARY 2016
‘Granny & The Grandkids’ Gold Coast Overnighter
Wednesday 13th & Thursday 14th January 2016
(School Holidays)
DAY 2 (BD): ROCKHAMPTON TO LONG ISLAND
Thursday 24 December 2015
Following the Bruce Highway north we travel to Mackay
and onto Airlie Beach in the Whitsundays. At Port of Airlie
(the marina that provides access from the mainland to
the Islands) we join the catamaran ferry service for the
transfer to Breakfree Long Island Resort. What a delightful
spot! We will be met at the wharf and transferred to
Resort Central for a welcome drink and a briefing on the
arrangements for our stay. Our accommodation for the
next 3 nights is in the Beach Front units – well-appointed
with walk in showers and balconies and – right opposite
the beach! Dinner tonight will be a buffet in the main
restaurant.
Breakfast and dinner in the resort, lunch own
arrangements and cost.
Breakfree Long Island Resort, Whitsundays
DAY 3 (BLD): LONG ISLAND
Friday 25 December 2015
All our meals are provided during our stay on Long
Island. So feel free to wander down to the restaurant for
breakfast any time that suits you. We have a mainly free
day at the Resort today – mind you there is plenty to do if
you are feeling energetic. There is a free mini golf course
available to guests, some short guided and self-guided
walks, the beach is beautiful for a walk or a swim and
the bar, pool and shop are all inviting. We meet up to
celebrate Christmas together over Christmas Lunch with
all the trimmings. Perhaps time for an afternoon nap or
bird feeding and happy hour are on every day at around
5pm. And for the more energetic there are boats and
canoes to hire or perhaps the day spa.
(Breakfast and dinner in the resort, Christmas lunch
included)
Breakfree Long Island Resort, Whitsundays
DAY 4 (BLD): EXPLORING PROSERPINE
Saturday 26 December 2015
After breakfast this morning we connect with the
morning ferry service back to the mainland. We meet
up with Proserpine River Eco Tours for a unique nature
experience into the realm of the saltwater crocodile. But
it’s not all about crocs either! We’ll cruise the wetland
habitat, melaleuca forest and a mangrove ecosystem.
This habitat is home to many species of native birds,
mammals, reptiles and marine animals – including
about 200 estuarine crocodiles. We enjoy a morning tea
of Aussie Damper & Billy Tea prepared by our guides,
travel in an open-air wagon train through Goorganga
Wetlands and see the land as Captain Cook saw it. Our
tour also includes a calm water cruise on the Proserpine
River investigating the marine mangrove ecosystem
and we get the chance to see an estuarine (saltwater)
crocodile, rated as one of the most dangerous crocodiles
in the world. Our guides will also show us how to catch
the delicious Queensland Mud Crab and describe their
amazing features and this crab’s fascinating lifecycle
before releasing them back into the Proserpine River.
Lunch today is an appetizing Aussie BBQ lunch in the
covered campsite. We return to the marina in time for the
afternoon transfer back to the resort.
Breakfast and dinner in the resort, lunch included.
Breakfree Long Island Resort, Whitsundays
DAY 5 (BD): LONG ISLAND TO ROCKHAMPTON
Sunday 27 December 2015
This morning we complete our check out and prepare for
our departure. We take the morning ferry service back to
the mainland and re-join our touring coach. We retrace
our steps back to Rockhampton for our overnight stay.
Breakfast and dinner in the motel, lunch own
arrangements and cost.
Centrepoint Motor Inn, Rockhampton
DAY 6 (LD): ROCKHAMPTON TO HOME
Monday 28 December 2015
We head home to Toowoomba today. We will be
travelling along the Burnett Highway this morning – the
inland route to Toowoomba. We pass through Monto
and Gayndah and then on through Kingaroy. We arrive
home after a fabulous tropical Christmas break.
Breakfast at the motel, picnic lunch included.
Cost of Tour: $2190 per person twin/double share
Single Supplement: $390
Deposit: $400 pp is required within 7 days of booking
to secure your seat on the tour. *See Terms & Conditions.
2 DAYS COACH IN/COACH OUT
Parents working? Need to use granny for a while over the long school
holiday break? Not always the most exciting time? Love Granny but she
needs a hand with organising something amazing we can do together?
Well you are in luck, we will cover all the bases with this specifically
designed short tour to help both Granny and the Grandkids!
Merry Christmas
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PETERS COACHES – TRAVEL TERMS & CONDITIONS
APPLICATION
of the tour.
Your message will be answered at our earliest convenience.
All bookings made with Peters Coaches are made according to
these terms and conditions.
Passengers should also be aware of the heat stress and high
temperatures experienced during extended outback travel.
TRAVEL MANAGEMENT
Some tour components may require long periods of walking,
varying in degree of difficulty. If unsure passengers should
enquire with Peters Coaches staff at the time of booking.
Our office is closed over the festive period from Friday 19th
December 2014 & re-opening Monday 5th January 2015. Any
queries during the festive period should be referred to the office
prior to the closing date or emailed to [email protected].
au. Please avoid calling the emergency number.
Each booking is conditional on Peters Coaches securing the
minimum number of passengers to operate both day and
extended tours. Where this number is not achieved, Peters
Coaches reserves the right to cancel a scheduled trip. In certain
cases the tour may be offered at a later date.
Pricing - All prices are in Australian dollars and include tour
administration costs, operation expenses and GST (where
applicable). Prices include all coach travel, airport transfers
(where applicable), other means of travel costs, meals (where
applicable), accommodation, sightseeing, admission, and may
also include airfares where relevant.
Not included are meals not identified in the itinerary, optional
activities, personal expenses or drinks.
Tour activities and attractions (both included and optional), are
subject to availability and/or seasonal factors.
Any changes in attraction, accommodation, airfares, travel by
other means costs and/or fuel costs advised after we advertise a
tour will incur a variation in price to the customer.
Vehicle Allocation - Peters Coaches reserves the right to supply a
coach suitable for the numbers of passengers on the tour.
We endeavour to utilise our own vehicles and drivers at all times,
however, in the event of circumstances beyond our control we
reserve the right to make alternative travel arrangements.
Itinerary Changes - Where possible all tours will go ahead as
advertised. However, Peters Coaches reserves the right to alter
or change the accommodation, providers and carriers at any
time for any reason. We also reserve the right to cancel or alter
tour itineraries at any time without notice due to unforeseen
circumstances. These could include, (but not be limited to) road
conditions, inclement weather, insufficient numbers, supplier
or carrier non-conformances, operational requirements or nonavailability of venues or attractions.
Peters Coaches is not the provider of third party tours,
accommodation, meals, attractions and travel by other means,
and operates in good faith on the information provided by
these third parties suppliers. As such, Peters Coaches accepts
no responsibility for accuracy of information provided by third
parties.
ALL alterations or substitutions will be made with the best
interests and intentions of all passengers.
Wherever possible, we will advise passengers of these changes.
Seat Reservation - We do not guarantee seats unless full
payment has been received.
Seating on the coaches is not reserved unless there are medical
conditions that require access to certain seats.
Pick Up Locations - Pickup points will be advertised as part of
the tour requirements, and due to tour timings will not normally
be changed. Please advise office staff of your preferred pick up
location at the time of booking.
We may be able to pick up at retirement resorts upon request, but
this is dependent on numbers and travel timings.
All passengers are required to be at their point of pickup ten
minutes prior to the prescribed departure time.
Special Conditions - Peters Coaches encourages passengers
with disabilities or special needs to travel with them as part of
our ‘Travel for All’ policy. All Special Needs requirements are to
be declared at the time of booking, and Peters Coaches would
encourage travellers to organise their own travelling companion
to assist with these special needs.
Extended touring with wheelchairs may not be suitable due to
operational limitations, however, we encourage people to enquire
so we can identify and possibly assist in supporting the needs.
Peters Coaches reserves the right to refuse travel, or suspend
travel where it is the opinion of the company that the special
needs person is not able to care for themselves during the tour,
has become too disruptive to other travellers or has become a
hazard to the operation of the vehicle.
Peters Coaches take all due care to assist with these travel
arrangements, but takes not responsibility for any additional
costs where the traveller is precluded from completing the
journey.
Dietary Requirements - Passengers are required to inform
Peters Coaches of any special dietary requirements at the time
of booking. When travelling, passengers should re-confirm these
requirements with the driver who will check at each location.
Because meals are provide through third parties, all care will
be taken to inform them of the special requirements, but Peters
Coaches cannot guarantee these will be met.
Fitness to Travel - As part of Peters Coaches ongoing
commitment to delivering safe and enjoyable travel experiences,
we encourage passengers to ensure they are fit to undertake the
activities and travel outlined in our tour itineraries.
Passengers who take regular medication should ensure they
carry enough to cover their daily requirements for the duration
Where a passenger is unsure of their fitness to travel, they should
consult a doctor for advice prior to booking travel.
ACCOMMODATION AND MEALS
DEPOSITS AND FINAL PAYMENTS
Part of travelling is the fun of making new friends, but Peters
Coaches accepts no responsibility for the suitability of rooming
partners allocated for single passengers willing to share.
Day Tours - Full Payment for Day Tours is required no later than
14 days prior to the travel date. Payment is not permitted on
board the coach, with the exception of Club Days.
Extended Tours - A non-refundable/non-transferable deposit is
required within 7 days of booking to confirm your seat on the
tour. As stated in the itinerary below each tour.
Final payment is due no later than 30 days prior to departure,
unless otherwise stated.
For booking less than 30 days from date of departure, full
payment is required within 48 hours for confirmation.
Final payment on overseas tours is due 2 months prior to
departure, unless otherwise stated.
Theatre, Concert and Event Tickets - Full payment is required
upon booking for all theatre, concert or event tickets to secure
your seat. All tickets will be handed out on the day of the
departure to the event when boarding the coach.
All Payment Conditions - Passengers may pay for their tours
over the phone using a credit card, mailing in a cheque or
dropping in to the office to pay in cash, credit card or cheque.
MasterCard and Visa are accepted forms of payment, but will
incur a 1.5% card fee (Extended Tours ONLY).
Cheques should be made payable to ‘Peters Coaches’.
CANCELLATION FEES
Where Peters Coaches make travel bookings on behalf of clients
with third party carriers, payments and refunds may be subject to
the cancellation conditions of the respective carriers. This will be
beyond Peters Coaches control.
Day Tours - 7 days or less from the Departure Date: No Refund
will be given, unless there is a replacement passenger to fill the
booking.
Extended Tours
Required Period of NoticeFee per Person
REQUIRED PERIOD OF NOTICE
FEE PER PERSON
Tours With Flights
90 days and over
60-89 days
$200.00 (Administration Fee)
Loss of deposit
Tours without Flights
90 days and over
60-89 days
Full Refund
$200.00 (Administration Fee)
All Tours
30-59 Days
15-29 Days
14 days or less
Loss of Deposit
50% of tour fare
Full tour fare
In some cases, tour refund terms may be increased up to 2
months or when tour details are finalised.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
Peters Coaches strongly recommend that passengers take out
travel insurance to cover them against unforeseen circumstances
including cancellation. Peters Coaches can assist with travel
insurance, or clients can find providers through the Yellow Pages
or the Internet.
SEAT ROTATION
It is a policy of Peters Coaches that on all extended tours, seat
rotation is our normal practise on a sector or on a daily basis,
to provide everyone with an equal opportunity in each seat.
Please notify office if you suffer from any disability such as travel
sickness or any other medical conditions.
LUGGAGE
Luggage is limited to 1 medium sized bag per person – approx.
20kg. This is to include all luggage, souvenirs etc.
Your luggage must be a size that you can carry without difficulties;
Drivers will help with luggage on extended tours where possible;
however, drivers, at their own discretion, can refuse to handle
luggage.
All prices listed are for Double/Twin Share.
Single supplement is always available for travellers who do
not wish to share, or cannot find someone to share with, but
this will incur an additional cost. Where rooming partners are
unsuitable, every effort will be made to re-match partners, or
single accommodation can be arranged for the remainder of the
tour at additional cost to the passengers.
Where a passenger has opted to twin share but Peters Coaches is
not able to find someone to share with them, a single supplement
cost will apply.
The accommodation is based on 3 ½ to 4 star (unless otherwise
stated) with evening meals and breakfasts included (unless
otherwise stated)
All meal inclusions are noted in your itinerary for the tour by
notations such at BLD (B – Breakfast; L- Lunch; D- Dinner) next
to each day on your itinerary to identify which meals are included
on each day.
PROMOTIONAL RELEASE POLICY
On some tours we take photos for promotional purposes. Peters
Coaches reserves the right to utilise these photographs for
promotional and business activities. Please advise us if you do
not wish to be photographed or would not like the photo printed
in our tour brochures.
YOUNG TRAVELLERS
Please note that some tours are not suitable for children. Person
under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Child pricing is
subject to third party and twin share prices at the time of travel.
CUSTOMER PARKING
Limited customer parking is available at our depot - 12 Kimberley
Ct Torrington, Toowoomba whilst you are away on tour; however
this is not undercover parking but is in a locked compound.
Parking is at your own risk.
Patrons will be required to leave their car keys with Peters
Coaches Management Staff in case the vehicles need to be
moved in an emergency.
RESPONSIBILITY
Tour and holiday travel (including all associated activities)
are subject to some degree of risk. Passenger participation in
tours offered or operated by Peters Coaches may incur certain
risk beyond the operator’s control, including, but not limited to,
hazards of travelling in remote areas; travel by rail, boat, aircraft
or other means of travel; forces of nature; accident, injury or
illness in remote regions without rapid means of evacuation or
access to medical facilities.
Peters Coaches and any other carrier companies will not have
any liability regarding provision of medical care or adequacy
of any care that may be rendered. It is understood that Peters
Coaches will use their best efforts to ensure that adequate
measures are taken. ALL passengers are encouraged to make
their own enquiries regarding conditions and safety warnings in
relation to the destination they are travelling to.
Peters Coaches make all arrangements for offered and operated
tours upon the express condition that they cannot accept
responsibility or liability for any delays, accidents, injury or
damage caused by third party providers or any other service the
company acts as agents on behalf of, where the third party fails
to deliver a said service.
DISCLAIMERS
These terms and conditions may from time to time be subjected
to further changes by Peters Coaches, and are shown on the
Peters Coaches Website.
Bookings are made subject to the Terms and Conditions applying
at the time of deposit.
Small luggage is recommended for inside the coach.
Due to safety protocols, all heavy luggage and items must be
placed in the luggage bins underneath the coaches or in trailers
provided.
OFFICE HOURS
Our office at 12 Kimberley Court, Torrington QLD is open from
8:30am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday. We are closed on Public
Holidays.
After-hours you may leave a message on our out-of-hours
message bank or follow the prompts to appropriate categories.
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