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River
Heads
Lake McKenzie
Fraser Island
Sightseeing
stops
1
Rainbow Beach
Carlo Sandblow
Tamborine Mountain
Montville
1 Noosa
Australia Zoo
Lake McKenzie
1 BRISBANE
Grandchester 2
Summer Land
Camel Farm
Tamborine
Mountain
1 GOLD COAST
Crystal Castle
& Shambhala
1 Byron Bay
Gardens
the renowned Crocoseum Wildlife Warrior
show and enjoy lunch before meeting
staff at the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital
for a private tour of this leading-edge
treatment facility. Continue your journey to
Spicers Hidden Vale, an historic Australian
homestead set on 12,000 acres. This
evening, a dinner created from local produce
is served at the onsite restaurant. Hotel:
Spicers Hidden Vale, 2 nights. B LW DW
Day 5 Hidden Vale
Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk 30 meters
above the valley. If you prefer, you can visit
a local winery for a leisurely wine-tasting.
This afternoon, cross the border from
Queensland into New South Wales and visit
Crystal Castle & Shambhala Gardens, where
you’ll discover giant crystals, lush sub-
tropical gardens and beautiful spaces for
contemplation and meditation. This evening
is free for you to relax at your resort. Hotel:
Elements of Byron Bay Resort & Spa. B
Day 7 Byron Bay – Gold Coast
After a leisurely breakfast, visit Summerland
Camel Farm, the largest commercial-scale
camel dairy operation outside of the Middle
East. You’ll have the opportunity to create
your own camel-milk skincare product in
the onsite laboratory before lunch at the
farm. During the afternoon you’re free
to do as much or as little as you please.
Spicers Hidden Vale offers an abundance
of activities including self-guided nature
walks and mountain-biking. However,
you may consider an optional experience
4WD discovery tour or you can take to the
skies on a helicopter excursion. Or simply
relax by the pool while taking in the sights
and sounds of the Lockyer Valley.
This
evening, join a local Indigenous storyteller
under the stars for an unforgettable
Local Dining Experience. B L LD Byron Bay is famous for its ‘vibe’, and this
morning there’s time to explore the town
at your own pace. You may like to book
an optional experience sunrise balloon
flight for spectacular views over the lush
Green Cauldron region. Before leaving
Byron Bay, head to the famous Cape Byron
Lighthouse, a stunning vantage point
offering panoramic ocean views and the
opportunity for spotting whales (June to
November). Your destination beckons as
you approach the glitz and glamour of
Australia’s Gold Coast. Enjoy a pre-dinner
drink on a private boat as you cruise along
the canals before a sumptuous Celebration
Dinner with your Journey Director and
newfound friends. Hotel: Sheraton Grand
Mirage Resort, Gold Coast. B CD
Day 6 Grandchester – Byron Bay Day 8 Farewell from the Gold Coast
Your first destination today is Mount
Tamborine, known as the ‘Green behind the
Gold’. Discover stunning waterfalls and local
art, or take an optional experience on the
Your journey concludes this morning after
breakfast with your transfer to Coolangatta
or Brisbane Airport for your onward flight. B
Australia Zoo
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DINING
7 Full buffet breakfasts B
2 Lunches L
1 Lunch with wine LW
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1 Local Dining Experience LD
3 Dinners with wine DW
1 Celebration Dinner CD
FLIGHT INFORMATION
Carlo Sandblow
Day 1 – flights to arrive by 2.00pm into Brisbane Airport
Day 8 – flights to depart anytime from Coolangatta Airport
or Brisbane Airport
Flights are not included in the vacation price