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Scenic Freechoice Queensland, Southern Australia, Tasmania, ACT & Norfolk Island
from Australia 2023/2024
Guests’ Pick
Adelaide Zoo
A relaxing green city oasis and vibrant sanctuary that gives you the feeling of stepping into another world. The zoo is one of Adelaide’s most iconic attractions and home to more than 2,500 animals and species of exotic and native mammals, birds and reptiles.
Guests’ Pick
James Boag Brewery Tour
James Boag has been making beer since 1881. Step inside the historic brewery for a fully guided tour and a chance to taste three different beers.
Guests’ Pick
Cape Tribulation Day Trip
Cairns
Cape Tribulation Day Trip
Travel through some of the oldest rainforest in the world, enjoy a guided walk at Mossman Gorge and a cruise on the Daintree River before a walk on the famous Cape Tribulation Beach.
Hot Air Balloon Ride
Enjoy the sunrise during a 40 minute hot air balloon flight over the Atherton tablelands, a region renowned for its wonderful scenery and astounding natural wonders.
Kuranda Rail and Skyrail
Take a picturesque rail journey to Kuranda, the famous village in the rainforest and glide just above the rainforest canopy during a return Skyrail journey.
Great Barrier Reef Day Trip
Travel via catamaran to Agincourt reef, the very edge of Australia’s continental shelf. With an opportunity to snorkel and enjoy an underwater observatory on a semi-submersible boat and the labyrinth of coral and tropical fish.
Hobart
Hobart and the Huon Valley
Take a tour of Hobart, including the harbour, Derwent River and the Channel Heritage Centre. Explore the picturesque Huon Valley and enjoy a gourmet tour showcasing local produce. Includes lunch.
MONA
Take the MONA ferry to Australia’s Museum of Old and New Art. Guided by your own audio headset, choose whichever part of the museum interests you most.
The Red Decker Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour
Enjoy expert commentary of all the sights of Hobart with the opportunity to get on and get off the bus to visit various sights.
Iron Pot Cruise
Freycinet Scenic Flight
Freycinet
Freycinet Scenic Flight
From pale white sand beaches to rolling pink-granite mountains, there is no better view than from above. From the stunning views of the Moulting Lagoon and Friendly Beaches, and down the coast of the Hazards and Wineglass bay.
Wineglass Bay Cruise
Experience the exquisite beauty of the Freycinet Peninsula on the Wineglass Bay Cruise. A unique perspective of the Peninsula’s sheer granite cliffs, sea caves and hidden coves, while enjoying a Tasmanian Ploughman’s lunch at anchor in relaxed style.
Strahan (AUHH journey only)
Rack and Gorge Train Journey
Guests’ Pick Adelaide
Cruise the renowned waterways of Hobart arriving at Iron Pot, Australia’s oldest lighthouse. Cruise down the Derwent River based historic Battery Point and hear stories of Hobart’s early settlement.
Derwent Valley & North Hobart Tour
A rum tasting and distillery tour through Northern Hobart and beyond into the Derwent Valley, home of the Tasmanian hop growing industry. See a farmhouse brewery and take a step back in time at a brew set looks like it came straight out of the Cold War. Includes lunch.
Morning Central Market Tour
Morning Central Market Tour
Relish a range of delicious samples representing the multicultural community of South Australia. Since 1869, the Central Market has been the jewel in the crown of South Australian Tourism experiences with a haven of premium food and wine products.
City Tour with River Cruise
Enjoy a morning city tour of Adelaide combining the old with the new. Visit the delightful gardens on the banks of the River Torrens before a scenic cruise on board the famous “Popeye”.
Adelaide Heritage Walking Tour
On your walking tour discover the city’s hidden secrets, hear the history and gain important local knowledge to enhance your stay. Visit North Terrace, Victoria Square’s heritage buildings and the beautiful Botanic Gardens.
Tasmanian Devils and Richmond
Explore Richmond Village – a unique and historic town, home to the oldest convict built road bridge in Australia. Enjoy browsing the many shops and galleries. Then visit Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary for an up close encounter with a Tasmanian Devil and native Australian animals. (AUHH journey only)
Launceston
Tamar Valley Wine Tour
The Tamar Valley has an excellent reputation for producing cool climate wines and is famous for its sparkling wines and pinots. On your private tour, visit small boutique producers to sample their vintages and enjoy a delicious lunch.
Tamar River Cruise
Cruise into Cataract Gorge and along the Tamar River enjoying the magnificent scenery while learning about the history of the region. Morning tea, lunch and wine tasting are included.
Journey along the King River Gorge through cool, temperate rainforest. Travel along the rack and pinion rail stopping at remote stations. Take a wilderness walk and watch the locomotive be turned by hand before returning to Strahan.
Gordon River Cruise
Cruise through the world heritage listed FranklinGordon Wild Rivers National Park. Visit Heritage Landing and Sarah Island and experience quiet cruising while taking in the tranquil Gordon River.
Guests’ Pick Norfolk Island
Two Chimneys Vineyard
Two Chimneys Vineyard
Sample food and wine while learning about the history and development of the vineyard and the grapes at this family business comprising vineyard, winery and cellar door.
Glass Bottom Boat
Be welcomed aboard the electric solar powered glass bottom boat, for a perfect view of the beautiful coral gardens and myriad of tropical fish that inhabit the calm crystal-clear waters of Norfolk’s lagoon.
4WD Safari
This back of beyond tour takes you through private properties and the national park, featuring spectacular scenery and native flora, as you join direct descendants of the Bounty Mutineers.
Farm and Industry Tour
Discover a selection of local enterprises that sustain Norfolk Island. From farm produce, market and aquaponics gardening or exporting Kentia seedlings. See locally produced hand printed art and visit the island’s only soft drink factory.
Norfolk Island Museums
At your own pace, explore and learn stories behind Norfolk’s history from a collection of museums - Pier Store, HMS Sirius, Commissariat Store and No. 10 Quality Row.
Self-drive Car Hire
Take a self-drive rental car for the day, allowing you the liberty to drive and explore at your own pace.
Golf Experience
Enjoy nine holes of golf on the beautiful Norfolk Island golf course. This is the only golf course in the world located within a World Heritage Site.
Taste of Norfolk
Meet a local beekeeper and the butcher who produced sausages for Colleen McCullough from her very own recipe. Finish off with a cooking demonstration.
E-bike Guided Tour
See Norfolk Island in a completely different way on an e-bike guided tour.
1856 - The Untold Story
Follow the journey of the descendants from the Bounty and their arrival in the World Heritage Listed Kingston area. Arriving in blustery conditions to an abandoned penal settlement set aside for the ‘worst of the worst’, recount stories of the families and how they adapted to their new life on Norfolk Island.
Canberra National Museum of Australia
Enjoy a guided tour of this museum which brings to life the rich and diverse stories of Australia through compelling objects, ideas and events. Hear the stories of Indigenous histories and culture and European settlements.
National Gallery of Australia
The National Gallery of Australia is the national art museum of Australia as well as one of the largest art museums in Australia, holding more than 166 000 works of art. Join a guided tour to learn about some of it’s treasures including Blue Poles by Jackson Pollock. Visit the Sculpture Garden showcasing native Australian plants and “outside rooms” showcasing 26 sculptures.
Certain Scenic Freechoice options may require pre-selection prior to travel. Certain Scenic Freechoice activities may require minimum or maximum numbers to operate. In the event of a deviation, some services and inclusions may not be provided in line with these depictions.
Pre and Post night hotels stays
Pre and post stays are available on all journeys in this brochure. Please ask for more details.