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Fully Escorted - 8 Day Tour Visit this unique destination and incredible community and let The King’s experience in tours to this destination be your guarantee that you will see the best the Island has on offer. Depart: Sunday 27th October 2019 Return: Sunday 3rd November 2019 11 Concord Street, Boolaroo 2284 (02) 4963 1014 www.kingscoaches.com.au
Destination Details Passports Stunning scenery, fascinating culture, A current passport NOT required. From 1 July 2016, gourmet food and friendliest locals, Norfolk travel to Norfolk Island from mainland Australia has Island is an island paradise! been classed as domestic travel however; a valid passport continues to be the preferred method of Norfolk Island is located 1500km from the identification. A valid passport is the preferred Australian mainland yet it appears almost means of documentation; however, photographic identification may be acceptable for Australian forgotten in time with a hidden culture and Citizens. If you don't have a passport, other forms language. of photographic identification such as a valid Norfolk Island is just so different, with only driver's licence or Student ID should be acceptable. 2300 inhabitants on this 35km2 Island. What’s Tour Costs so special about Norfolk Island? It’s $3240.00 per person Twin/Double Share distinctive character, unique, peaceful, $3790.00 per person Single Garden Room uncrowded, stress free, relaxed atmosphere, $3440.00 per person Single Economy Room surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, sub- This package tour with the Kings has NO hidden costs or tropical temperatures, fascinating history and conditions with all arrangements for your holiday booked culture. and confirmed before your arrival on Norfolk Island. The tour proceeding is based on minimum numbers. “The Islanders” are wonderful, friendly Deposit: $350 per person due within 14 days of people, so proud of their ancestral heritage booking and so willing to share what they are and Balance of final payment: Friday 5th July 2019 what they have achieved in their 36 years of self-government. Tour Inclusions o Experienced Tour Leader A holiday on this South Pacific Island is a o Return coach travel from King’s Depot to Sydney wonderful experience. The combination and International Airport selection of activities, attractions, conducted o 7 x nights accommodation at the Norfolk tours and evening meal venues chosen for Paradise Hotel and Resort inclusion in your Norfolk Island visit, adds o Return economy class airfares Sydney/ Norfolk Island including government and airport taxes greatly to the enjoyment and value of your o Airport Transfers on Norfolk holiday by leaving you with no hidden cost o 6 x fully cooked breakfasts concerns. Being part of a group on Norfolk o 7 x dinners including several theme nights with can bring much more fun to your holiday. entertainment. The King’s knowledge and previous o An interesting variety of tours and excursions during which time you will have an opportunity experiences on Norfolk Island is our to meet many Norfolk Island locals guarantee that your holiday will be a special o Being a part of a group has many advantages that one! Many clients have returned to Norfolk make your holiday increasingly memorable. It Island with us numerous times. While on the truly adds some more fun times. With Island, The Kings choose to work with and use opportunities that are only available for groups. the professional services of Norfolk Island o Complimentary Miniature Golf – Golf your way through Norfolk’s history Travel Centre and many locals we have built a o Complimentary ‘A Walk In The Wild’ – a unique relationship with. rainforest walk Time o Bonus Norfolk Island discount shopping card with Norfolk Island time is 1½ hours ahead of Eastern free gift. Standard Time.
Itinerary This itinerary is a comprehensive look at Norfolk Island. It has been planned with care to provide a good balance of the best touring activities, including new features, whilst allowing quality free time each day for relaxation or for clients to follow their own interests. Day 1 – Sunday 27th October 2019 Day 5 – Thursday 31st October 2019 4.30am Depart Kings Depot. Pick-up points are This morning step back in time with a ‘Culla and Co available at Charlestown, Belmont North, Belmont, Horse Drawn Carriage Tour.’ Afternoon departure for Swansea, Doyalson, Ourimbah and Sydney the Island Fish Fry dinner. Don’t forget to bring your International Airport by arrangement at time of cameras, a visit to Mount Pitt on the way will give you booking. a 3600 view of the Island. 7.30am Check in for the flight departing Sydney at Day 6 – Friday 1st November 2019 9.55am. Arrival time on Norfolk 12.25pm with transfer 9.00am Depart the Hotel for ‘Commissariat Store’ and to the Hotel. Enjoy a welcome fruit cocktail at the Hotel ‘No. 10 Quality Row’ Museums guided tour. This on arrival. There is time to freshen up before dinner at afternoon enjoy a visit to the Cyclorama located next Castaway Restaurant. door to your Hotel, this tour also includes a visit to the Queen Victoria Garden. The evening will involve Day 2 – Monday 28th October 2019 experiencing Night As A Convict including dinner and 8.30am Depart the Hotel for a Half Day Island Tour costume (provided). followed by some time in the afternoon to spend at your leisure. Manager’s drinks and canapes at the Day 7 – Saturday 2nd November 2019 Paradise Hotel followed by dinner before Wonderland 7.00am Depart the Hotel by shuttle for Breakfast by Night. Bushwalk. For the non-walkers, a later collection has been arranged at 8.00am for Cliff Top Breakfast. At 10.00am we will be returning to the Hotel where you Day 3 – Tuesday 29th October 2019 have some time to relax prior to our afternoon transfer 9.00am Depart the Hotel for ‘Wrecking Of The Sirius to the Island Culture Tour. Dinner tonight will be at Hilli and Pier Store’ Museums guided tour. This afternoon Restaurant, a charming old island style restaurant. time has been permitted for relaxing at the Hotel or time for some shopping! Tonight a 2-course dinner will Day 8 – Sunday 3rd November 2019 be had at Norfolk Island RSL Bistro followed by transfer Group farewell breakfast in the Hotel dining room and to the Sound and Light Show. the morning free to do some last-minute shopping or visit the Island Markets prior to the 11.15am transfer Day 4 – Wednesday 30th October 2019 to Norfolk Island Airport. At 1.45pm we will depart on 9.15am Depart the Hotel for the Pitcairn Settlers flight NZ763, arriving at 4.30pm in Sydney Village Tour. This afternoon you have time to further International Airport. After clearing immigration and explore the Island. Tonight we will enjoy some local customs your King’s Coach will be waiting to transfer cuisine with the Island Cuisine Tasting Table Dinner. you back to the King’s Depot. 7.30pm Approximate time of return to Kings Depot. ACCOMMODATION: The Paradise Hotel and Resort - A leading Island Hotel set in beautifully landscaped grounds, close to all the islands attractions. This property provides numerous facilities including; a swimming pool, cocktail lounge, licensed restaurant, Lobby shop and postal service. The friendly staff offer personalised, professional attention and warm Norfolk Island style hospitality. Phone: (0011) 6723 22177 http://paradisehotelnorfolk.com. Disclaimer: The Kings of Newcastle Coach Service has used reasonable endeavours to ensure that the material contained in this itinerary was correct at the time of printing. We reserve the right to alter this itinerary without notice due to availability, weather, road conditions or any other reason we perceive to be in the best interests of our passengers. Kings Coaches Pty Ltd trading as: The Kings of Newcastle RMS Accreditation number: 41396 ABN: 93 086 310 090
Description of tours included in your Norfolk Island itinerary Half Day Island Tour – Visit Historic Kingston, Cascade, Sound and Light Show – The stillness & the stars are there Longridge & much more. See and hear about the famous just as they were before mankind arrived in 1788. However, convict buildings, beautiful beaches & golf course, the with dramatic use of real life sounds, theatrical lighting & renowned Melanesian Chapel, the Government, laws & costumed actors, the stillness is broken as you are taken lifestyle. Enjoy views from scenic spots on this full through the horrifying decades of Norfolk Island’s convict commentary conducted tour. Rest for a delicious morning era. tea in the garden of an historic island home built by Fletcher Quintal – descendant of ‘Bounty’ mutineers Fletcher Christian & Matthew Quintal. Commissariat Store – The exhibitions showcases the lives of Hilli Restaurant – Hilli Restaurant & Cafe... the perfect place both inhabitants of the Island, the Polynesians and the on Norfolk to laze.... old island style restaurant in our intriguing story of their time on the island with the main courtyard gardens. displays here are on the First and Second Settlements as they bring Norfolk’s convict past alive. An 8 metre photographic montage of the Kingston area taken in 1867 really allows an appreciation of the extent of the buildings, barracks and gaol area that existed. No. 10 Quality Row – As it was then called was built as the HMS Sirius – Flagship of the First Fleet and wrecked on residence for the Foreman of the Works and was completed Norfolk Island in 1790. Over 6,000 items have been in 1844. When this house was built it was the height of the recovered from the wreck site, which lies about 100 metres brutal Second Settlement. It has been restored to the period away on Slaughter Bay reef. The objects include a one tonne of its first inhabitant Thomas Seller, period furnishings show anchor, carronades, cannon balls and delicate pieces from the house at it would have been. Ceramics and other items the Officer’s Quarters. The reasons why the Sirius was at that were recovered from archaeological digs in the privies Norfolk Island and the circumstance of the wrecking are fully are displayed, providing a unique opportunity to connect explored together with the words of eye-witness accounts these objects with previous inhabitants Pitcairn Settlers Village Tour – During the tour experience Island Fish Fry – Enjoy a feast of Island dishes, salads, the proud history of the Pitcairn Island Settlers, visit Mount homemade bread & fresh fried fish, followed by Island Pitt for a photo opportunity and then onto the Botanical desserts & tea or coffee. Enjoy the beautiful scenery from Gardens to learn about Norfolk Island's plants and animals. Puppy’s Point on Norfolk’s beautiful western coastline & Wander through the cultivated gardens to see a display of enjoy some local entertainment. Norfolk Island's unique plants. Culla and Co – Join Culla & his Clydesdales ~ Frodo, Glow, A Night as a Convict – A fun night out for all ages! Dress as a Geordie, Sailor & Ricky & let them take you tripping where convict & join in with the Commandant for an evening of cars can’t go on the 2 hour Steeles Point Carousel Horse & gaiety, feasting, singing & dancing. Great food! Great fun! Carriage Tour. Come & enjoy a cuppa & cliff top views on Norfolk’s only dinner & dance night. private property & chat with Culla, a true local identity. Breakfast Bushwalk – Take your choice of a stroll through Island Culture Tour – From the mutineer ancestors and their One Hundred Acres Reserve or for the more energetic, a Tahitian wives came the arts of wood craft, weaving, cooking leisurely 3.5km walk through scenic Mt Bates to Captain and the Norfolk Language. On this tour see a woodturning Cook Monument. At the end of the walk meet on the clifftop demonstration using Norfolk timber, visit Island homes for a delicious breakfast barbecue. where you’ll learn about their cooking and lifestyle. Wonderland by Night – The setting is 10 acres of magical Island Markets – Catering for visitors and locals with Norfolk pines & bushland lit up like an enchanted forest. supplies of seasonal fresh fruit and vegetables, cut flowers, Meander along (or ride in the ‘moon buggy’) a gentle home cooking, craft and souvenir items, books, jewellery, winding path with Archie, a descendant of the Bounty stamps, post cards and so much more! mutineers, as he recites his poems and lights up the There is live entertainment and the coffee van selling locally dioramas. Afterwards enjoy a light supper. grown coffee. The Sunday markets operate rain, hail or shine! Fletcher’s Mutiny Cyclorama and Queen Victoria Garden – Island Cuisine Tasting Table – A special dinner hosted by Walk inside a unique work of art, a continuous 360⁰ Paradise hotel including unique Norfolk Island dishes. panoramic painting, and feel as though you are standing on a pier or ship desk and are part of the scenes. Followed by a stroll through Queen Victoria’s Garden next door.
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