8 DAY FULLY INCLUSIVE TOUR - 26th July - 2nd August, 2021
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8 DAY FULLY INCLUSIVE TOUR 26th July - 2nd August, 2021
MONDAY 26TH JULY TO MONDAY 2ND AUGUST, 2021
The Whitsunday Islands are the heart of the Great Barrier Reef.
Airlie Beach, our base for 7 nights is a vibrant coastal nook where everyone feels like
they’re on holidays 24-7. A coastal town of palm-fringed beaches, waterfront parks and
alfresco restaurants. Feel the sand between your toes, search the local markets for that
perfect memento or go on safari in pursuit of crocodiles. It is all here.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Daydream Island
Big Mango in Bowen
Sarina Sugar Shed
Guided tour around Bowen
Mackay Botanical Gardens
Bowen Historical Museum
Queens Park Orchid House
Hibiscus Farm
Airlie Beach Markets
Cape Gloucester
Sunset Cruise
Earlando’s Farm and Beach
Whitsunday Crocodile Safari
Hamilton Island
CRUISE
MULTIPLE NIGHT STAYS
Hamilton Island and Daydream Island
7 nights in Airlie Beach
Sunset Cruise
Whitsunday Crocodile Safari
COACH FLIGHT BOAT STAY PUT
As a thank you for travelling with O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours, you will automatically receive a
saving on the total tour price for your second and subsequent tours.
O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours will match single travellers who wish to twin share with another
single traveller of the same gender. However, if this is not possible, you shall be provided with
single accommodation at the twin share fare (no additional cost).
TOUR INCLUSIONS
Complimentary chauffeur driven transfers. Victorian passengers from Greater Melbourne, Bendigo,
Torquay, Ballarat, Geelong, the Bellarine and Mornington Peninsulas, Phillip Island and selected
areas of Gippsland will be picked up and returned home in a private chauffeured vehicle by one of
our professional drivers.
Luxury Touring Coaches. Our full size 3 axle luxury coaches have only 34 -36 passenger seats
allowing you even more personal space and extra leg room. Our coaches are fitted with comfortable
reclining seats with aisle arm rests, foot rests, seat belts, panoramic windows with blinds,
refrigerator for passenger use, Climate control air conditioning & Road Cam monitors which display
the road ahead in real time. Each coach also has a second door for easier entry and exit and
touchless hand sanitizer dispensers at each entry to help keep everyone safe. The coaches have full
air suspension delivering a smooth and quiet ride which also allows us to lower the coach closer to
the ground, making boarding and disembarking even easier.
Return Flights. Economy flights Melbourne to Whitsunday return.
Tour Director. Dedicated O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours coach crew (tour directors) on board to
ensure your travel experience is memorable.
Best Available Quality Accommodation. Ensuite motel accommodation each night.
Attractions. All tours and interest venues as per itinerary.
Meals. Full cooked breakfasts, morning tea, lunches and two course restaurant dinners daily and
most lunches - 4 lunches at own expense as per itinerary.
No Hidden Extras. O'Shannessy's Quality Tours are fully inclusive.
DEPOSIT
TOUR COSTS $200pp
UPON BOOKING
Twin Share Room First Tour: $4,895 per person
Twin Share Room Repeat Traveller 2 - 10 Tours: $4,870 per person
Twin Share Room Repeat Traveller 11 - 20 Tours: $4,845 per person
Twin Share Room Repeat Traveller 21+ Tours: $4,820 per person
Single Room Supplement: $ 490 per person
DAY 1 Monday 26th July, 2021
MELBOURNE TO WHITSUNDAYS
With pickup from your home, we transfer to Melbourne Airport for our flight to the
Whitsundays. We will be met by your O’Shannessy’s coach crew and taken to our
accommodation for the next 7 nights. The Colonial Palms Motor Inn is within easy
walking distance to the quaint tourist township of Airlie Beach. The Airlie Beach resort
village abounds with shops, restaurants and entertainment venues. We have free time
this afternoon to relax around one of the two resort pools and spa, or take a stroll before
enjoying our first dinner together.
Lunch at own arrangements and cost / Refreshments on flight
OVERNIGHT: Colonial Palms Motor Inn, AIRLIE BEACH
“... The Whitsundays are a spectacular
collection of stunning beaches
surrounded by amazing azure waters …”
Kim, Melbourne
DAY 2 Tuesday 27th July, 2021
BOWEN
A short drive takes us north to the Big Mango, which represents the delicious fruit
which carries the name sake of the town “Bowen Mango”. The Big Mango is located at
the Bowen Visitor Information Centre, 4km south of Bowen. After a photo stop,
we continue a few kilometres into the township of Bowen, where our local guide will
show us some of the sights and history of the area. All of Bowen’s history can be
retraced at the Bowen Historical Museum, from Catalina Flying Boats, to the
unbelievable story of James Morrill and his courageous story of survival. Bowen also
has 25 historical murals, which are proudly displayed throughout Bowen’s streets,
depicting the diverse history from the town’s early settlement to present day. Bowen
also has some excellent beaches and is a popular spot for holiday makers.
OVERNIGHT: Colonial Palms Motor Inn, AIRLIE BEACH 
DAY 3 Wednesday 28th July, 2021
CAPE GLOUCESTER
This morning we take a drive to Cape Gloucester and enjoy a cuppa with a beautiful
coastal view. We visit Earlando’s Farm & Beach - where pristine private beaches meet
the real Australian outback and a working cattle property. Here we will learn about the
secret life of the Australian stockman and experience the tricks of the trade. We enjoy
lunch here before heading back to Airlie Beach after a great day.
OVERNIGHT: Colonial Palms Motor Inn, AIRLIE BEACH
“... Airlie Beach is a coastal town of
palm-fringed beaches, waterfront parks
and alfresco restaurants …”
tourismwhitsundays.com.au
DAY 4 Thursday 29th July, 2021
ISLAND ESCAPE
Today we cruise through the Whitsunday Islands National Park stepping ashore onto
Daydream Island. Enjoy the free form coral lagoon covering 200m and see the baby
stingrays who live amongst over 100 species of marine fish, coral and invertebrates such
as starfish, sea cucumbers and crabs. We then head to Hamilton Island where you can
enjoy lunch along the Marina. Hop on the Hamilton island shuttle bus and enjoy a tour
of the island, taking in the spectacular views and seeing where the rich and famous stay.
Enjoy some free time to explore the island on our own, before the return cruise back to
Airlie Beach. On the cruise home sit back and take in the beautiful scenery.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement
OVERNIGHT: Colonial Palms Motor Inn, AIRLIE BEACH 
DAY 5 Friday 30th July, 2021
MACKAY
Today we visit Mackay. This morning we learn how sugar cane is turned into sweet and
yummy sugar at the Sarina Sugar Shed. Discover the growing, harvesting and crushing
processes of sugar cane in a fully functioning miniature sugar mill. We enjoy lunch at the
Mackay Botanic Gardens and sit to take in the garden view and take a stroll around the
unique gardens. We also visit the Queens Park Orchid House to view the magnificent
orchids. Queens Park is also an oasis of large Banyan Fig and Royal Palm trees, some well
over a century old. After a great day, we head back to our accommodation in Airlie
Beach for dinner.
OVERNIGHT: Colonial Palms Motor Inn, AIRLIE BEACH
DAY 6 Saturday 31st July, 2021
MARKETS AND SUNSET CRUISE
We have a relaxing morning, with time to walk through the famous Airlie Beach Markets
right on the beach front in town. There are plenty of souvenir shops to take that gift
home with you. Stroll along the water front taking in the beautiful sights and man made
lagoon or relax around one of the two pools at Colonial Palms Motor Inn. This afternoon,
we enjoy a pre-dinner 2 hour Sunset Cruise, enjoying a glass of sparkling and nibbles.
We just may see some turtles, dolphins or whales while enjoying the beautiful sunset.
We return to Colonial Palms for our dinner.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement
OVERNIGHT: Colonial Palms Motor Inn, AIRLIE BEACH 
DAY 7 Sunday 1st August, 2021
WHITSUNDAY CROCODILE SAFARI
Today is our chance to spot crocodiles in their natural habitat on Proserpine River, on the
fully guided Whitsunday Crocodile Safari. This river is home to the estuarine (salt water)
crocodile. The safari features a calm water river cruise, and with the help of professional
local guides, we will learn how a mangrove eco system works and meet some of the
interesting inhabitants. We travel on the Goorganga Plains in a tractor-drawn
wagon-train, enjoying a panoramic view of this nationally listed wetland habitat,
eperiencing unique Australian scenery and wildlife. We travel through flood plains,
pastures, saltpans and melaleuca forests and should also see many species of native
birds, mammals, reptiles and marine animals. You certainly won’t want to miss the
chance to see crocodiles in the wild and sample some bushman’s billy tea and damper
for morning tea, followed by a traditional Aussie barbeque lunch.
OVERNIGHT: Colonial Palms Motor Inn, AIRLIE BEACH
“... This unique wildlife day tour
brings you face to face with one of Australia’s
deadliest creatures - the saltwater crocodile …”
Cruise Whitsundays
DAY 8 Monday 2nd August, 2021
WHITSUNDAYS TO MELBOURNE
This morning we pack our bags after a great week in the Whitsundays. Our flight take us
back home to Melbourne where our chauffeurs await our arrival to transfer us home
after an amazing Whitsunday experience.
Lunch at own arrangements and cost / Refreshments on flightPAYMENT AND CANCELLATION POLICY
Balance due on invoice approximately 45 days prior to departure.
Deposit is fully refundable until 46 days prior to departure date.
Prices include GST and all taxes.
Cancellation 46 to 8 days before tour departure date 20% Refund of Tour Cost
Cancellation within 7 days of tour departure date No Refund
On or after tour date departure No Refund
Travel Insurance is not compulsory, however we highly recommended you take out
comprehensive travel insurance with a reputable insurer at the time you pay the balance for
your tour.
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(O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours “We”, “Us”, or ”Our” contract). It is important that You read these terms and
conditions carefully and that you understand your rights and obligations. By agreeing to participate in a tour
arranged by Us, You are deemed to have accepted these terms and conditions in full.
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made to accommodate any special requests. It is your responsibility to advise O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours of
any pre-existing medical conditions that may affect your ability to participate on the tour.
No passenger will be permitted to embark on or continue the tour while their physical or mental condition is,
in the opinion of any representative of O’Shannessy’s Quality tours, such as to render them incapable of caring
for themselves, or whereby they become objectionable to other passengers or they become a hazard to
themselves or other passengers. Whilst on tour with O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours should a passenger require
medical attention, discharge papers must be provided to a representative of O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours
before you are able to re-join the tour.
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crew or any associated carrier, reserves the right at its discretion to exclude from a tour or to terminate the
travel arrangements of any person during the course of the tour without refund, of anyone who:
Presents on the day of the tour departure as ill or unwell in any way, including but not limited to: cough,
runny nose, sneezing, vomiting or temperature above 37.5 deg C
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request to book on one of Our tours may be denied
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that the Official Government COVIDSafe App is downloaded.
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with anyone who has returned from overseas in the last 21 days.
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