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You are invited to join Bonnie-Marie Hibbs on the Travelrite International 2021 Garden Cruise to Southern Australia onboard Queen Elizabeth 7 to 17 February, 2021 Visiting Sydney, Hobart, Port Arthur, Melbourne and Burnie
Bonnie-Marie Hibbs
Bonnie-Marie Hibbs is a popular
and experienced garden expert,
writers and television presenter.
She completed Certificate 111 in
horticulture in 2012 and was awarded
Apprentice of the Year. She has worked
Garden Cruise to
in various roles at Gardenworld
Nursery since 2013. Her current role is
Southern Australia as Gardenworld Ambassador. Bonnie-
Marie has been a presenter on the
Garden Gurus Channel 9 since 2014.
onboard Queen Elizabeth She also freelances as a speaker
at flower and garden shows
across Australia. She is looking
forward to sharing her garden
with Bonnie-Marie Hibbs knowledge with you.
DAY 1 Sunday 7 February, 2021 Sydney DAY 3 Tuesday 9 February, 2021 Embarkation
Tour members will travel to Sydney this morning. The coach will be ready for Late morning we will visit Wendy Whitely’s Secret Garden. After her husband
departure from the airport at 1.00pm. We will travel north to visit the Lisgar Brett’s death in 1992 Wendy started clearing the rubbish in the unused
Gardens in Hornsby. The gardens are set in a gully full of rich native bush land railway land in front of her house. She had no idea what she would find,
dominated by Sydney blue gums and are terraced down a steep slope with a but beneath the rubble there were large Moreton Bay Figs, bamboo and
dry stone wall of sandstone. There is an area of formal lawn with structured other plants used as the bones for the garden she has created today. We
garden beds and an informal bush land area with walking trails. There are are transferred to the cruise terminal to embark the Queen Elizabeth on this
a number of waterfalls and other water features and wonderful stone work fantastic Garden Cruise. Be up on deck as we cruise Sydney Harbour and out
in the garden. Late afternoon we are transferred to our hotel for check in. through Sydney Heads.
This evening we enjoy a Welcome Dinner to formally meet Bonnie-Marie and
DAY 4 Wednesday 10 February, 2021 At Sea
other tour members.
The morning will be free to explore the ship. In the afternoon join Bonnie-
Marie for a workshop on nature photography. Bonnie-Marie will give you tips
on how to make the most of your camera or iphone and answer any questions
related to photography.
DAY 5 Thursday 11 February, 2021 Hobart
On arrival in Hobart this morning we visit the Inverawe Native Gardens.
Inverawe is the largest landscaped native garden in Tasmania, and contains
8500 Australian native plants – most of them Tasmanian. Enjoy strolling
through 22 acres of colorful gardens, taking in the stunning views of the
Bay and listening to the local birds. After time for lunch we will continue to
the Crawleighwood Garden. This wonderful two hectare garden nursery is
nestled in the picturesque hills at Nicholls Rivulet near Cygnet in the beautiful
Huon Valley. The garden features lush rhododendron woodland and
rainforest with myrtles, rare and unusual plants, a wide variety of deciduous
trees including maples, meandering paths, stone walls and a Gondwanan
arboretum. We return to the ship for an evening at leisure.
DAY 2 Monday 8 February, 2021 Sydney
This morning we travel to the Blue Mountains for a visit to Nooroo Garden.
Immortalized on a postage stamp, the highest accolade a garden can receive,
this garden is a wonderful treasure. The garden was started by William Hay
in 1880 and developed by the Valder family over 75 years. As you enter the
garden there are tree ferns about 200 years old, Bonnie-Marie will make
sure that you get the most out of this inspiring garden. We travel on to
Withycombe at Mt Wilson a beautiful and elegant garden. It was begun in
1878 by George Henry Cox and all the original trees are in place. Along the
boundaries of the garden there are great stands of different exotic trees. An
elegant and restrained formal garden gives way to park like proportions. This
garden was owned for many years by the parents of the author Patrick White.
We return to Sydney for an evening at leisure.
Queen Elizabeth
The Queen Elizabeth is sleek and contemporary with the most advanced technological features
and luxurious appointments. The Queen Elizabeth continues the heritage of cruising of the
1930s and the great Queen Mary, Queen Elizabeth 2 and Queen Mary 2. The great traditions
of fine service, food and entertainment continue better than ever. Enjoy the facilities of the
gourmet restaurants, swimming pools, the casino, theatres, the cinema, computer and
internet access, the Health and Spa Club, seven bars and much more. Take part in the
multitude of daily activities that include numerous lectures on an array of topics, the
regular musical performances, ship sports and much more. A voyage on Queen
Elizabeth is an experience to be savoured and remembered!
DAY 6 Friday 12 February, 2021 Port Arthur
Today we visit the ruins of the infamous penal settlement at Port Arthur.
We will have a guided tour of the gardens of the site. We will enjoy the
reconstructed Commandant’s garden and other delightful gardens at Port
Arthur. We visit the gorgeous early 20th century garden and orchard at
Trentham cottage.
DAY 7 Saturday 13 February, 2021 At Sea
We have a free day at sea today to enjoy the many facilities and activities
aboard the ship. In the afternoon Bonnie-Marie will give a talk on her career
in horticulture and the media and answer any questions you might have.
DAY 9 Monday 15 February, 2021 Burnie
This morning we arrive in Burnie and enjoy a highlight garden visit to
Wychwood Garden and Nursery. It has been designed with fluid lines and
sensuous curves. Borders full of perennials, old and new species roses and
grasses are found within these boundaries. There is also a productive fruit
and vegetable garden and a heritage apple orchard. Later we visit Old
Wesleydale, a peaceful English garden abounding with hedges and walls,
productive potager and lovely vistas. Features include a walled garden,
picking garden and glass house, the terrace garden and new aviary building,
ha-ha wall, Lake Walk and sculptured elephant hedge. We return to the ship
DAY 8 Sunday 14 February, 2021 Melbourne late afternoon.
Today we travel to the Dandenong Ranges to visit two amazing gardens. We
first visit Cloudehill where a maze of stone walls and jewel like garden rooms DAY 10 Tuesday 16 February, 2021 At Sea
are set within woodlands of historic cool climate trees. We will have an included Today you are free to enjoy some of the many activities available aboard
lunch here as the food is as good as the gorgeous views. This afternoon we Queen Elizabeth. Why not enjoy a spa or massage in the Wellness Centre, take
travel to Olinda, the home garden of Phillip Johnson. Phillip’s spectacular a relaxing swim, an exercise class at the gym or play quoits or shuttle board.
design for Fleming’s Nurseries won Best Garden in Show at the Chelsea Flower In the afternoon, join Bonnie-Marie for a game of Garden Trivial Pursuit. We
Show in 2013. His gorgeous home garden has a sustainable billabong that will divide the group into teams to compete in answering garden questions
doubles as a chemical free swimming pool. Beautifully positioned walkways with prizes for the winners. We will enjoy a farewell drinks party to celebrate
meander through the garden featuring many indigenous plants. the wonderful garden cruise we have enjoyed.
DAY 11 Wednesday 17 February, 2021 Disembark/Sydney
This morning we arrive back into Sydney. Tour arrangements conclude.
Garden Cruise to
Southern Australia Price per person in Australian Dollars
Cabin Description
Price
Deck Twin-share Single
Price
onboard Queen Elizabeth IE Inside Forward/Aft 4,5,6,8 $ 4790 $ 6,240
ID Inside Aft 5,6,7 $ 4850 $ 6305
with Bonnie-Marie Hibbs GC Inside Midships 1 $ 4890 $ 6370
FB Oceanview Midships* 4 $ 4990 $ 6565
Included in the price: EC Oceanview Midships/Aft 1 $ 5050 $ 6670
• Travel on Queen Elizabeth in the selected cabin category EB Oceanview Midships 1 $ 5095 $ 6735
• All meals, entertainment and service charges on Queen Elizabeth BE Balcony Forward/Aft 7 $ 5590 $ 7150
• Private activities on board Queen Elizabeth BD Balcony Aft 5,6,7 $ 5650 $ 7650
• Sightseeing/Garden tours of Sydney, Hobart, Port Arthur, BB Balcony Midships 5,6,7,8 $ 5790 $ 7880
Melbourne and Burnie
BA Balcony Midships 5,6,7 $ 5890 $ 8015
• Welcome Dinner and Farewell Drinks
A2 Club Balcony Midships 8 $ 6590 $ 9215
• Tour leadership by Bonnie-Marie
• Two nights in a four star hotel in Sydney including breakfast A1 Club Balcony Midships 8 $ 6690 $ 9385
• Tour management by a Travelrite International Tour Manager P1 Princess Suite 7,8 $ 7795 $ 12555
• Port and handling charges on Queen Elizabeth Q4 Queens Suite 7 $ 9595 $ 15745
• Cruise taxes
Included port & handling charges $ 340 $ 620
• Onboard gratuities
Included cruise gratuities $ 131 $ 131
Not included in the price: * Obstructed
• Travel insurance
• Additional travel arrangements not detailed in the itinerary. Availability: All cabins are subject to availability. Please call for fares
These will be quoted for separately and information on other cabin categories. A limited number of cabins are
• Drinks on board (excepting the drinks party) available for single occupancy. Please call for details on 1800 630 343.
• Lunches when not on the ship
Flights to Sydney – Please talk to our travel consultant about flights
The advantages of the Clothing on board Queen Elizabeth Don’t worry about coming alone
Queen Elizabeth Garden Cruise During the day casual clothing is typical, although About a third of people on the cruise travel alone.
The cruise is fully escorted and is a fun holiday shorts and swimwear are not permitted in the We will match people in twin-share cabins when
with plenty of activities. Each evening you can formal restaurants. There are some nights at sea available, saving you the single supplement. There
dine with the group at our reserved tables. classified as formal for dress purposes. Nights in will be group activities most days. The cruise is fully
You will meet a fun group of people with a love port are classified as informal. During the evening escorted and will be a great, fun holiday.
of gardens and nature in common, and have a on formal nights, a dinner suit or dark suit for
fabulous time! gentlemen and eveningwear for ladies is required
for the main restaurants. Smart casual attire is
required in the public lounges and restaurants.
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