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Discovery Flinders Ranges 4WD Escape
9 DAYS > 12 to 20 Aug 2024
Journey into the spectacular Flinders Ranges and South Australia’s awe-inspiring outback where magnificent mountains, glowing sunsets, gnarly gum trees, waterholes and gorges will be at every turn.
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Escorted holidays & bucket list adventures for over 55’s
Update 2024
Autumn
Western Australia Tours 2024
Experience
the Villa Advantage.
For over 30 years we’ve proudly offered unforgettable adventures on our unique, all-inclusive escorted holidays across Australia and the world. Experience the Villa advantage and let us take care of all the details so you can relax and enjoy your holiday.
Your value-added Villa holiday includes:
TAXI
Courtesy pre & post home/hotel transfers in Perth/Mandurah metropolitan areas, offering you the full VIP treatment for a seamless holiday experience. *
Quality accommodation in unique & iconic locations, placing you in the perfect spot to take it all in.
All attractions & entrance fees as per itinerary, so there are no hidden fees along your way.
Fully supported & guided by our friendly Tour Leaders, Coach Captains & local specialists guides. Our team is professional & caring with a good sense of fun.
New flavours & exciting culinary experiences await you at every destination.
Quality ground, air & sea transport, offering a diverse collection of travel options & experiences. (where applicable)
* Regional travellers can take advantage of our country home collection service, for an additional fee.
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Nature’s Window, Kalbarri National Park, Tourism WA
Western Australia Tours 2024 Winter Wonders
May Departures
Kalbarri Natural Wonders admire the spectacular natural beauty of Murchison Gorge, Kalbarri Skywalk & National Park
Goldfields
the Prospector walk through the ‘gold rush’ era of Coolgardie & Gwalia, with a return trip on the Prospector
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Coral Coast Treasures
10 DAYS > 11 to 20 Jul 2024
10 DAYS > 8 to 17 Aug 2024
$4,325 pptw
Discover the unique landscapes and myriad of marine life of the Shark Bay World Heritage Area, as well as the gorges and underwater wonderland of the Ningaloo Coast World Heritage Area. Ningaloo, Tourism
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INCLUSIONS Moderate 9 nights 22 meals Villa Guided Tour 87 Villabucks
WA
$885 single option
relaxed 5 days 6 - 10 May $1,795pptw Northern Goldfield
discover
moderate 5 days 10 - 14 May from $1,715pptw Broome - Jewel of the North featuring Gantheaume Point & Willie Creek Pearl Farm active 6 days 23 - 28 May $3,850pptw North West Spectacular retreat in eco-luxe safari tents in Karijini National Park & experience the breathtaking Ningaloo Coast active 10 days 31 May - 9 Jun $4,330pptw
Departures Kalbarri Natural Wonders admire the spectacular natural beauty of Murchison Gorge, Kalbarri Skywalk & National Park relaxed 5 days 3 - 7 Jun 24 - 28 Jun $1,795pptw West Coast Wonders featuring the incredible Pinnacles, Shark Bay & Dirk Hartog Island active 8 days 6- 13 Jun $4,370pptw North West Cape - Reef to Range featuring spectacular Ningaloo coral reef cruise & Coral Bay moderate 8 days 15- 22 Jun $4,140pptw
moderate 5 days 24 - 28 Jun from $1,645pptw
$
Riches
The Golden Pipeline Heritage Trail & relax aboard the Prospector from Kalgoorlie to Perth
June
&
Christmas in July
Western Australia Tours 2024
July Departures $ Cervantes Christmas in July discover stunning National Parks, The Pinnacles & view ancient marine Thrombolites at Lake Thetis
Just for Singles Kalbarri Christmas in July explore the natural wonders of Kalbarri National Park
Goldfields & the Prospector
the historic ‘Ghost Town’ of Gwalia & relive the ‘gold rush’ era in Coolgardie & Kookynie
August Departures Kalbarri Wildflowers featuring the region’s annual explosion of wildflowers & a Kalbarri Wilderness Cruise
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Kalbarri Wilderness Cruises
relaxed 3 days 12 - 14 Jul 26 - 28 Jul $1,035pptw
relaxed 5 days 15 - 19 Jul $2,165pp guaranteed single room Kalbarri
featuring
National
relaxed 5 days 22- 26 Jul $1,785pptw South West Christmas in July taste your way through the world-renowned Margaret River region relaxed 5 days 24 - 28 Jul $1,510pptw
moderate 5 days 29 Jul - 2 Aug from $1,645pptw
Christmas in July
Kalbarri
Park & The Pinnacles
tour
relaxed 5 days 2 - 6 Aug 9 - 13 Aug $1,860pptw Geraldton Treasures & Wildflowers explore Jurien Bay & The Gravity Discovery Centre relaxed 4 days 4 - 7 Aug $1,270pptw Faulty Towers an incredible interactive dining experience at Caves House Hotel in Yallingup relaxed 3 days 6 - 8 Aug 7-9 Aug $985pptw Magnificent Monkey Mia meet Monkey Mia dolphins & explore the amazing Shark Bay World Heritage Area moderate 6 days 7 - 12 Aug $2,520pptw The Nannup Flower & Garden Festival see the streets bursting with magnificent floral displays & visit the Margaret River region relaxed 5 days 15 - 19 Aug $1,535pptw Mid West Wildflowers featuring the wonders of the Batavia Coast & annual wildflowers relaxed 5 days 17 - 21 Aug 30 Aug - 3 Sep $1,735pptw Just for Singles Magnificent Monkey Mia featuring Francois Peron Peninsula moderate 6 days 21 - 26 Aug $3,005pp guaranteed single room Discovery Mount Augustus visit Bindoon Hills, New Norcia & Mount Augustus active 8 days 22 - 29 Aug from $3,730pptw Northern Goldfield Riches board the Prospector to explore the Golden Pipeline Heritage Trail moderate 5 days 23 - 27 Aug from $1,725pptw Golden Outback Triangle discover Cape Le Grand National Park & Wave Rock moderate 6 days 27 Aug - 1 Sep from $2,090pptw
Western Australia Tours 2024 Wander the Wildflowers Image:
The Australian Tenors featuring a world class performance of orchestra & opera from the finest tenor voices in Australia
Featured
North West Spectacular
10 DAYS > 13 to 22 Sept 2024 INCLUSIONS
Leave the winter blues behind and travel with us to Western Australia’s North West to experience rust-red gorges and pristine turquoise beaches. Enjoy 2 nights in an eco-luxe safari tent at Karijini Eco Retreat.
$4,330 pptw
$925 single option
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Active 9 nights 21 meals Villa Guided Tour 87 Villabucks
Falls, Tourism WA
Joffre
Wildflowers
relaxed 5 days 6 - 10 Sep $1,860pptw Margaret River Open Studios featuring the
Studios relaxed 5 days 9 - 13 Sep $1,735pptw Wildflowers on the Southern Coast discover Cape Le Grand & all the Ravensthorpe Wildflower Show has on offer moderate 6 days 11 - 16 Sep $1,920pptw Cervantes Wildflowers a spring sojourn featuring the Pinnacles relaxed 4 days 13 - 16 Sep $1,350pptw
West
active 10 days 13 - 22 Sep $4,330pptw
&
Goldfields enjoy the rich history of the ‘gold rush’ era moderate 5 days 16 - 20 Sep from $1,620pptw
relaxed 3 days 20 - 22 Sep $1,160pptw
September Departures $ Kalbarri
featuring the annual explosion of wildflowers
vibrant art of Margaret River’s Open
North
Spectacular retreat in eco-luxe safari tents in Karijini National Park & experience the breathtaking Ningaloo Coast
Kalgoorlie
Coolgardie - Mother of the
enjoy the annual
the Batavia Coast moderate 7 days 21 - 27 Sep $2,720pptw Broome -
visit Gantheaume Point & Willie Creek Pearl Farm active 6 days 25 - 30 Sep coming soon!
&
Wildflower
featuring the
Rock relaxed 4 days 30 Sep - 3 Oct $1,495pptw
West Coast Wildflower Explorer
explosion of wildflowers & unique natural wonders of
Jewel of the North
Hyden
the Wheatbelt
Trail
world-famous Wave
Western Australia Tours 2024 Spring Getaways Wonderful Walpole & Picturesque Pemberton
6 DAYS > 5 to 10 Nov 2024
This tall timbers forest getaway blends the best of Denmark and the Walpole Wilderness region with picturesque Pemberton. Be wowed and entertained as you cruise remote inlets. Visit wineries and gourmet food producers to sample delicious local offerings.
$2,130
$325
Prices are per person twin share. Single options are available.
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Near Hyden, WA Tourism
Moderate 5 nights 12 meals Villa Guided Tour 43 Villabucks
INCLUSIONS
pptw
single option
Tree Top Walk, Tourism WA
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Departures $ Silo Art Trail world-class murals on Western Australian silos moderate 6 days 3 - 8 Oct 24 - 29 Oct $2,220pptw Goldfields & the Prospector featuring the Prospector high-speed train moderate 5 days 7 - 11 Oct from $1,645pptw Busselton Wildflowers featuring Ambergate guided wildflower walk relaxed 4 days 10 - 13 Oct $1,185pptw Albany Great Southern featuring the National Anzac Centre relaxed 6 days 14 - 19 Oct $1,995pptw Majestic Southern Forests featuring Pemberton, Manjimup & Donnelly River relaxed 4 days 15 - 18 Oct $1,445pptw Just for Singles Kalbarri & Cervantes Wildflowers incredible annual explosion of wildflowers relaxed 5 days 16 - 20 Oct $2,190pp guaranteed single room Southern Wildflowers & Wave Rock featuring Stirling Range National Park moderate 5 days 22 - 26 Oct $1,845pptw South West Op Shop visit Cape Leeuwin & Anniebrook Wine & Flower Emporium relaxed 4 days 22 - 25 Oct $1,195pptw
Departures Spectacular South West featuring whale watching & Cape Naturaliste relaxed 6 days 4 - 9 Nov $2,015pptw Esperance & Bremer Bay explore Cape Le Grand National Park & Hyden moderate 7 days 11 -17 Nov $2,735pptw Margaret River Food & Wine explore the Margaret River Wine Region relaxed 4 days 26 - 29 Nov $1,445pptw
Walpole,
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November
Holidays
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Margaret River, WA Tourism
December Departures $ South West Cherry Time featuring the world-renowned Margaret River region & produce relaxed 5 days 2 - 6 Dec $1,555pptw Cherry Time Getaway indulge in delicious Donnybrook Cherries relaxed 3 days 3 - 5 Dec $975pptw Manjimup Cherry Time featuring Walpole Wilderness Cruise relaxed 5 days 4 - 8 Dec $1,755pptw Just for Singles Cherry Time Getaway featuring a delicious high tea at Peel Manor relaxed 3 days 9 -11 Dec $1,085pptw guaranteed single room Christmas Lights in Mandurah featuring Christmas lights canal cruise relaxed 4 days Dec coming soon! Christmas in Busselton a sensational summertime getaway to the South West relaxed 5 days 22 - 26 Dec $2,010pptw Christmas in Albany featuring Porongurup & Torndirrup National Parks relaxed 5 days 23 - 27 Dec $1,815pptw Christmas in Esperance featuring Recherche Archipelago cruise moderate 6 days 23 - 28 Dec $2,485pptw Christmas in Cervantes featuring the incredible Pinnacles of Nambung National Park relaxed 4 days 24 - 27 Dec $1,525pptw New Year in Albany featuring New Year’s Eve cruise relaxed 5 days 30 Dec - 3 Jan $1,815pptw New Year in Busselton New Years festivities in the heart of the South West relaxed 4 days 31 Dec - 3 Jan $1,485pptw
Dirk Hartog Island, Tourism WA
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Interstate Tours 2024 May
Featured
Darwin Unearthed
6 DAYS > 8 to 13 Jun 2024
Situated on the edge of an enormous harbour, Darwin is a beautiful and fascinating tropical city. Join us on this exciting six-day tour to explore tropical landscapes, soak up the atmosphere of the famous Mindil Beach Sunset Markets, get up close to saltwater crocodiles and enjoy some winter sunshine.
$4,650 pptw
$950 single option
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Departures $ South Australian Splendour featuring Kangaroo Island & the Murray River active 10 days 11 - 20 May $5,915pptw Just for Singles Vivid Sydney featuring Darling Harbour & Vivid Festival of Light moderate 5 days 25 - 29 May $3,785pp guaranteed single room June Departures Discovery Top End & Kimberley iconic Wilderness Wonders & the Bungle Bungles highly active 14 days 5 - 18 Jun $8,780pptw Classic Cairns join us in the paradise of tropical North Queensland moderate 7 days 6 - 12 Jun $3,920pptw Darwin Unearthed featuring the famous Mindil Beach Sunset Markets moderate 6 days 8 - 13 Jun $4,650pptw Cairns & the Atherton Tablelands featuring the Great Barrier Reef, Kuranda Railway & Skyrail active 9 days 19 - 27 Jun $5,480pptw Kimberly to Kakadu an outback adventure from Broome to Darwin active 12 days 20 Jun - 1 Jul $7,915pptw July Departures
for Singles Classic Cairns immerse yourself in tropical paradise moderate 7 days 4 - 10 Jul $4,695pp guaranteed single room The Best of Brisbane explore South Bank & cruise along the Brisbane River moderate 6 days 5 - 10 Jul $3,430pptw Queensland Rail, Reef & Tropical Islands featuring the Spirit of Queensland rail journey - Cairns to Whitsundays active 10 days 9 - 18 Jul from $5,960pptw Christmas in July on the Murray Princess featuring 3 nights aboard the PS Murray Princess moderate 5 days 25 - 29 Jul $3,580pptw
Just
Crocosaurus Cove
Moderate 5 nights 11 meals Villa Guided Tour 93 Villabucks Airfares & Taxes
Atherton, Mungan Caves, Tourism & Events Queensland
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Spring in Bloom
Interstate Tours 2024
Geelong & the Great Ocean Road featuring one of the world’s best ocean drives, the Great Ocean Road
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& Events Queensland
Tourism
Departures $ Classic Cairns join us in the paradise of tropical North Queensland moderate 7 days 1 - 7 Aug $3,920pptw Southern Queensland’s Hinterlands explore subtropical rainforest’s & historic towns active 8 days 6 - 13 Aug $4,110pptw Discovery Flinders Ranges 4WD Escape featuring outback Australia & Arkaroola highly active 9 days 12 - 20 Aug $5,445pptw Melbourne Foodie & Footy Fever Watch the West Coast Eagles vs Geelong Cats at GMHBA Stadium in Geelong active 5 days 20 - 24 Aug $3,335pptw September Departures Upper Murraylands Cruise Mannum to Morgan board the famous paddle wheeler to discover
mighty Murray River - Mannum to Morgan moderate 8 days 6 - 13 Sep $5,390pptw Norfolk Island - The Bounteous Isle experience ‘Night as a Convict’ & island living active 9 days 7 - 15 Sep SOLD OUT! Floriade Festival, Canberra enjoy Canberra’s cultural heritage & spring blooms active 5 days 16 - 20 Sep $3,640pptw Discovery The Outback Way Blue Mountains to Longreach
the
&
experiences highly active 10 days 17 - 26 Sep $6,715pptw The Ghan & Top End
the legendary rail journey
active 8 days 18 - 25 Sep $8,770pptw Just for Singles Norfolk Island
‘Night as a Convict’ & tropical
active 9 days 30 Sep - 8 Oct $5,700pp guaranteed single room
North West
moderate 7 days 1 - 7 Oct coming soon! Discovery Lord Howe Island
highly active 8 days 9 - 16 Oct $6,220pptw Grand Tasmania Experience
Beaconsfield
active 11 days 18 - 28 Oct $6,670pptw Historic Towns
Wales
Iandra
moderate 7 days 22 - 28 Oct coming soon!
active 7 days 27 Oct - 2 Nov
soon!
August
the
featuring
Dubbo Zoo
Australia’s premier outback
featuring
on the Ghan
experience
paradise
October Departures
Tasmania Bloomin’ Tulip featuring the Bloomin’ Tulip Festival
featuring a volcanic cliff cruise
featuring
Mine & Heritage Centre
of New South
featuring
Castle & Mount Oriel Homestead
coming
January
Australian Open Melbourne
February
Summer on the Train
Norfolk Island - the Bounteous Isle
Kangaroo Island Adventures
Discovery Australian Alps & Sapphire Coast March
Grand Tasmania Experience South Australian Splendour
Canberra in Autumn
Melbourne Flower Show Norfolk Island - the Bounteous Isle
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Interstate Tours 2024 Port Douglas
$ Pacific Coast Touring Route featuring Grafton’s vibrant jacaranda trees active 9 days 3 - 11 Nov coming soon! The Best of Hobart & Launceston featuring the Tasman Peninsula & Port Arthur moderate 10 days 6 - 15 Nov $4,730pptw Discovery Australian Alps & Sapphire Coast featuring Kosciuszko National Park active 6 days 11 - 16 Nov coming soon! Norfolk Island - The Bounteous Isle experience ‘Wonderland by Night’ active 9 days 12 - 20 Nov $4,730pptw
Departures Hahndorf Christmas Spirit featuring the ‘Lights of Lobethal’ moderate 6 days 10 - 15 Dec coming soon! Christmas Extravaganza in Sydney featuring Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race active 8 days 20 - 27 Dec $6,215pptw Christmas on Norfolk Island featuring the breathtaking scenery, island culture, history & fresh local produce of Norfolk Island active 9 days 19 - 27 Dec $5,325pptw Christmas in South Australia featuring Kangaroo Island & Adelaide over Christmas active 7 days 20 - 26 Dec coming soon! New Year aboard the PS Murray Princess featuring the Barossa Valley Wine & Heritage Tour moderate 6 days 29 Dec - 3 Jan $4,560pptw
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November Departures
December
Summertime Getaways
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International Tours 2024/25
2024 departures $
2025 departures
featuring the best of Europe on the Rhine, Main & Danube Rivers
Grand Tour of Scandinavia
featuring the Arctic Circle & the ‘Land of the Midnight Suns’
African Safari: Kenya & Tanzania
featuring 12 lively African safaris to seek out the elusive ‘Big 5’
Group the holidays shaded in red and blue together for the ultimate international adventure
Singapore, Gardens by the Bay
Splendid Singapore & Garden Festival featuring
active 7 days 2 - 8 Aug SOLD OUT! Splendid Singapore & Garden Festival featuring the incredible National Orchid Garden active 7 days 3 - 9 Aug $5,535pptw Vietnam & Cambodia featuring an overnight cruise on Halong Bay active 14 days 4 – 17 Aug $6,335pptw Beautiful Bali featuring a local Balinese village tour active 7 days 2 – 8 Sep $2,330pptw Magical Mauritius featuring ‘Walking with the Lions’ active 8 days 6 – 13 Oct from $5,490pptw
the Singapore Garden Festival
New Zealand Rail, Cruise & Coach explore the North & South Island via rail active 20 days 5 - 24 Apr 2025 $10,320pptw Best of Italy featuring Venice, Florence & Rome active 11 days May 2025 Coming soon! Mediterranean Cruise enjoy ancient port cities & glorious scenery on a Mediterranean cruise active 10 days May 2025 Coming soon! Grand Alpine Explorer
Austria,
active 14 days Jun 2025 Coming soon!
Cruise
featuring
Switzerland & Germany
European River
active 15 days Jun 2025 Coming soon!
active 17 days Aug 2025 Coming soon!
active 15 days Sep 2025 Coming soon!
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Magical
Mauritius
8 DAYS > 6 to 13 Oct 2024
Welcome to paradise. You and your fellow travellers will enjoy spectacular scenery and find yourselves with so much to see and do on this amazing holiday! The warm sun, crystal clear seas, white sandy beaches, delicious food, and a diverse range of natural, historical and cultural attractions set the scene for an unforgettable holiday.
from $5,490 pptw
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$5,575 superior twin/double
$1,005 standard room single option
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Paradise Bay, Antarctica
Cove
INCLUSIONS Active 7 nights 15 meals Villa Guided Tour 110 Villabucks Airfares & Taxes Crocosaurus
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