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NEWCASTLE – HUNTER VALLEY – PORT MACQUARIE – GRAFTON JACARANDA FESTIVAL

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9 Day Tour : 31st October - 8th November 2025

$2,999 (Inc. GST)

Tour Highlights:

Riverboat Postman Cruise (Hawkesbury River), Dolphin Watch Cruise (Port Stephens), Nelson Bay Lighthouse Tea Room, Grafton Jacaranda Festival Parade, Hunter Valley Gardens & Village, South West Rocks (Trail Bay Gaol, Smoky Cape Lighthouse), Slim Dusty Centre (Kempsey), Port Macquarie Overnight Stay, Yamba Tour: Scenic Beaches, The Story House Museum, Coffs Harbour Highlights: The Clog Barn, Bellingen, Dorrigo Rainforest Skywalk, Tropical Fruit World: Plantation Tour & Lunch, Summerland Farm: Lunch, Gift Shop, and Farm Animals.
FARE INCLUSIONS:
  • Motel accommodation
  • All Breakfast and Dinners
  • All Admissions and Touring
HOME PICKUP AND RETURN:
PICKUP AND RETURN: Brisbane, Redcliffe, Redlands, Ipswich, Gold Coast, Tweed Heads, Sunshine Coast, Caboolture. Pickup details will be confirmed via phone 3 days prior to departure.
PRICING:
Fare $2,999 Per Person, Twin Share – DEPOSIT $499 Per Person within 14 days of booking. Single Price $3,499 • BALANCE payable 28 days prior to departure.

ITINERARY:

Day One
Lunch and Plantation Guided Tour at Tropical Fruit World followed by a 2-night stay at 4-star accommodation in Maclean.
Day Two
Yamba Tour- Scenic beach and ocean views, The Story House Museum Grafton Tour of Jacaranda streets and parks, followed by the Jacaranda Festival Parade.
Day Three
We make our way to Nambucca Heads, and have a Coach Tour of South West Rocks- Trial Bay Gaol and the Smoky Cape Lighthouse. This is followed by an afternoon visit to the Slim Dusty Centre in Kempsey and a stay in Port Macquarie overnight.
Day Four
This morning, we arrive at the hinterland town of Gloucester- on the doorstep of the World Heritage Barrington Tops. Next, we’ll visit the Hunter Valley Village Shops and the magnificent Hunter Valley Gardens. There is over 25 hectares of spectacular international display gardens to explore, to then stay at the Best Western Plus Apollo International Motel in Newcastle for 3 nights.
Day Five
Today, another tour highlight as we arrive at Brooklyn for our cruise on the Hawkesbury Mail Boat. On the famous Riverboat Postman, enjoy the magnificent scenery of the lower Hawkesbury River while entertained by the local skipper’s commentary. Morning tea and lunch are included, followed by an afternoon coach tour of Newcastle.
Day Six
Enjoy a Morning tea dolphin-watching cruise on the sheltered waters of the Port Stephens Harbour. Enjoy free time in the Nelson Bay Town Centre before heading to the Nelson Head Inner Lighthouse Tea rooms to enjoy afternoon tea with a view.
Day Seven
Pay a visit to Forster and Tuncurry for a two-night stay in Coffs Harbour.
Day Eight
Take a coach tour of Coffs Harbour and the Hinterland, including The Clog Barn- a delightful miniature model Dutch village. Discover from the ocean to the Hinterland- the towns of Bellingen and Dorrigo visiting the Rainforest Skywalk.
Day Nine
Return home via Summerland Farm- meet the farm animals and enjoy a walk through their extensive gift shop after having a pleasant lunch.
Cancellation fees:
  • 28 days prior to departure Maximum 20% per person
  • 14 days prior to departure Maximum 30% per person
  • 5 days prior to departure Maximum 50% per person
  • Day of departure may incur full fare.