DAY 1: Wagga Wagga to Sydney – Thursday, 22^nd August 2024

Join Priest’s Coaches on the relaxing island getaway you have been dreaming of throughout the cold Wagga winter. Today we board the coach and make our way to Sydney for the night ready for our flight out to Norfolk Island in the morning.

Rydges Sydney Airport

DAY 2 (D): Fly to Norfolk Island & Dinner as a Convict – Friday, 23^rd August 2024

This morning, we walk across the road to the Sydney International Airport and check in for our flight to Norfolk Island. Once checked in, we will have plenty of time to find something for breakfast in the terminal, before boarding our flight to paradise. Upon arrival on Norfolk Island one of the experienced and hospitable staff from Pinetree Tours will meet you at Norfolk Island Airport and transfer you to Paradise Hotel & Resort, Norfolk Island. Here you will be greeted by Sandy, Karina & their friendly staff, and this will be your home for the next 7 nights! After some time to settle in we head out for Dinner as a Convict. Dressed as a convict, we join the Commandant for an evening of feasting, singing, great food and great fun, (outfit supplied). This is the most popular feature dinner on Norfolk.

Light refreshment served in flight | Dinner at “Night as a Convict”

Paradise Hotel & Resort, Norfolk Island (7 nights)

DAY 3 (BD): Orientation Tour & Sound & Light Show – Saturday, 24^th August 2024

Today, we enjoy a full breakfast at the resort followed by a morning spent a leisure, exploring the island or relaxing around the resort. In the early afternoon, we will head off on our half day orientation tour. On this tour, you are taken to some of the key historic areas, including Kingston, Cascade and Longridge. This is your chance to learn all about the fascinating history of Norfolk Island. See the famous convict buildings for yourself and enjoy the stories told in the full commentary as you visit each new place. Take in the amazing views from the lookouts, where you’ll get to enjoy our beautiful beaches in all their glory. Learn about Norfolk Island government, laws and of course our unique lifestyle. Some of the highlights include the renowned Melanesian Chapel and a visit to the grounds of an old island home – where you will be served afternoon tea. Returning to the resort we will enjoy dinner before heading out again for a spectacular night at The Sound & Light Show. Nightfall at Kingston brings a different mood to the convict settlement. The stillness and the stars are just as they were before mankind arrived in 1788. However, with the dramatic use of real-life sound together with theatrical lighting and costumed actors, the stillness is broken as Pinetree Tours takes you through the horrifying decades of Norfolk Island’s convict era.

Breakfast & Dinner at Paradise Hotel & Resort

DAY 4 (BD): Norfolk Indulgence Tour – Sunday, 25^th August 2024

We again start our day as every relaxing holiday should, with breakfast at your leisure, followed by some free time. This is a great opportunity to take a stroll down to the local markets to check out the crafts and produce on display. This afternoon we head out on the Norfolk Indulgence Tour. We start the tour on the south-eastern side of Norfolk Island, at Ball Bay – just another stunning bay with magnificent ocean views! Here you will learn all about how they get fuel ashore, as this is where the supply is unloaded. We then move on to Steeles Point, to enjoy the sheltered valleys behind the coastal cliffs. You may even spot a White Fairy Tern nesting in the forest! From here, we head to the Captain Cook Monument, a scenic lookout where you will stand at the spot on the northern coast where Captain James Cook and his officers landed in 1774. It has some of the best sea views on the Island, with offshore rock formations like Bird Rock and Elephant Rock. We will finish the tour the way all fantastic tour should end – with wine, cheese & crackers on Mount Pitt. The Lookout gives a 360° view of the whole island, so it will be a picnic to remember. This evening, we dine at Bounty Bar & Grill for a two-course dinner, one of the best restaurants on Norfolk.

Breakfast at Paradise Hotel & Resort | Dinner at Bounty Bar & Grill

DAY 5 (BD): Norfolkian Industry & Wonderland by Night – Monday, 26^th August 2024

An earlier start to things today, after we enjoy our breakfast at the resort, we head out to meet some locals. To get a real insight into the lifestyle on Norfolk Island, we need to meet the people and see them in action.  Norfolk Island has many small businesses making different local products that we can see – and maybe have a taste of! We will also enjoy morning tea at a beautiful scenic location. Following the tour, we will have some free time to relax or do a bit more shopping through the local businesses. Dinner tonight is in the resort restaurant before we head out for a night to remember. Wonderland by Night celebrates the colourful history of Norfolk Island and how the past has shaped our identity.  The setting is 10 acres of magical Norfolk Pines, which are lit up like a magical enchanted forest. Meander along (or ride in the ‘moon buggy’) through a gentle winding path with a descendant of the Bounty Mutineers, as they recite poems and light up the dioramas, while sharing entertaining stories. Enjoy supper at the end of the walk, before being transferred back to your accommodation.

Breakfast & Dinner at Paradise Hotel & Resort

DAY 6 (BD): Convict Settlement Tour – Tuesday, 27^th August 2024

Another leisurely morning today, with breakfast at the resort and time to relax by the pool. Early afternoon, we head out for a Convict Settlement Tour, an in-depth tour of the historic Georgian settlement of Kingston.  Walk through the cemetery and hear the history of interesting convict & colonial headstones, hear stories of the houses along Quality Row.  Walk through the ruins of the New Gaol, see the Pier Store, Boat Shed & the Crank Mill. Tonight, we enjoy a two-course dinner at The Governor’s Lodge Resort Hotel Restaurant.

Breakfast at Paradise Hotel & Resort | Dinner at The Governor’s Lodge

DAY 7 (BLD): Christian’s Glass Bottom Boat – Wednesday, 28^th August 2024

We will earn our breakfast this morning, starting the day with a walk in the great outdoors with a delicious breakfast waiting at the end!  Take your choice of a stroll through Palm Glen Reserve or for the more energetic, a leisurely 3.5 km walk through scenic Mt. Bates (the highest point on the island) to Captain Cook Monument. At the end of the walk, we all meet up on the clifftop for a delicious breakfast barbecue. If you would prefer to sleep in and skip the bush walk, but would like to have breakfast on the clifftop, you can join the walkers at Captain Cook Monument and share in the festivities. Following breakfast, we will be transferred to Emily Bay where Donald will share his knowledge of Norfolk’s unique marine life.  Once you’ve ‘walked the plank’ to board this Mutineer Descendant’s Glass Bottom Boat it takes just 60 seconds to be at the reef.  View beautiful coral gardens & tropical fish inside the calm crystal waters of Norfolk’s lagoon.  Don provides a full & interesting commentary on this environmental tour.  You should be prepared for a touch of Norfolk humour. We will enjoy a light lunch with Don, and then back on dry land we visit the Cyclorama. An outstanding attraction & Tourism Awards winner, this stunning 360° panoramic painting has been impressing visitors with its ‘wow’ factor for over 10 years. It brings to life the Bounty mutiny & the history of the Norfolk Island people. To finish off the day, we enjoy a 3-course meal progressing to different Norfolk Island family homes.  A fun night, and a great way to meet the local people, and sample some of the island dishes.

Breakfast at the Captain Cook Monument | Lunch aboard the Glass Bottom Boat | Progressive Island Dinner

DAY 8 (BD): Colleen McCullough’s Home & Island Fish Fry – Thursday, 29^th August 2024

After breakfast at the resort, travel to the home of Colleen McCullough, world renowned author of 24 books who called Norfolk Island home for almost 36 years. Sadly, Colleen passed away in 2015 after a long battle with illness.  Her beloved property “Out Yenna” is now open to tour.  You are escorted through her magnificent home and can view Ric and Colleen’s priceless collection of artefacts gathered on their travels all over the world and see where her books were researched. This a glimpse into the life of a modern-day literary icon. As this is our final day on the island, we will have some free time this afternoon to do some last-minute shopping and revisit your favourite places. Dinner tonight is a Fish Fry. The Norfolk Island Fish Fry is by far the most popular event for any visitor. This fantastic event has been operating for over 40 years. Imagine – a feast of local dishes, salads and homemade bread, alongside mouth-watering fried fish that has been caught that very day.  Your feast overlooks breathtaking coastal scenery as the sun sets – with live music in the background.

Breakfast at Paradise Hotel & Resort | Dinner at “Orn Daa Cliff”

DAY 9 (B): Return to Wagga Wagga – Friday, 30^th August 2024  

All good things must come to an end, so today we enjoy a final breakfast at the resort, before bidding farewell to our new friends at Paradise Hotel & Resort. We are transferred to the Norfolk Island Airport for our return flight to Sydney. On arrival to Sydney, we collect our luggage and make our way home to Wagga after an incredible and relaxing tour.

Breakfast at Paradise Hotel & Resort | Light refreshment served in-flight

Total Tour Cost:

$4650 inc. GST per person twin share

$  780 inc. GST single supplement

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All itineraries are subject to change due to occasional restrictions in opening times/days of some attractions, e.g. churches, wineries etc.  We cannot be held responsible for any changes due to closures, inclement weather etc. Please see inclusions list for full Terms & Conditions