Highlights
- Half Day Island Tour of Norfolk Island
- Christian Brothers Cheese Tour
- Hili Goat Farm Tour - New Addition
- Island Fish Fry
- Breakfast Bush Walk (Choice of short or longer walk)
- Island Culture Tour
- Wonderland by Night
- Progressive Island Homes Dinner
- Visit to Cyclorama
- Tour of Colleen McCullough's Home
- Swimming in Emily Bay
- A Free Day for Personal Discovery (Car Hire option available through Hotel)
- Friends for Company!
Inclusions
- Personally Escorted by an experienced Sisterhood Hostess who is on hand to assist with making your holiday a memorable one.
- Return Airfares ex Melbourne to Norfolk Island (via Brisbane) including taxes
- Comfortable Coach Touring Throughout
- Fabulous Range of Included Sightseeing & Activities
- All Meals as detailed in Itinerary
- Free Time for Personal Discovery
- Room Sharing Option
- Meet and Greet prior to Departure (subject to minimum numbers)
Notice
To travel to Norfolk Island you only need a current driver's licence. When booking on this tour your name must match the identification you intend to present at check in.
Some sightseeing tours may be shared with other travellers - it's the nature of touring whilst in Norfolk Island.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Saturday 15 February 2020
Melbourne to Norfolk Island via Brisbane (D)
Welcome to Sisterhood Womens Travel. An early start this morning as you meet your hostess and fellow travellers at the Melbourne Airport for your flght to Norfolk Island via Brisbane. Sit back, relax and enjoy your flight. Arriving into Norfolk Island early afternoon we'll be transferred to our accommodation Castaway's, with time to settle in and explore before enjoying a 2 course dinner at our hotel restaurant tonight. Welcome to Norfolk Island!
7 Nights Accommodation - Castaways Norfolk Island
Day 2 - Sunday 16 February 2020
Norfolk Island (B,MT,D)
This morning a must for all visitors to Norfolk Island with a half day Island sightseeing tour. We'll visit Historic Kingston, Cascade, Longridge and more. We'll see and hear about the famous Convict Buildings, enjoy views of the beautiful beaches, visit the renowned Melanesian Chapel and learn about the Government laws and Island lifestyle. We'll enjoy views from scenic spots on this full commentary tour. We'll rest for delicious morning tea in the garden of an historic island home built by Fletcher Quintal a descendant of “Bounty” mutineer Fletcher Christian & Matthew Quintal. After our sightseeing tour a free afternoon to continue our exploring.
Tonight we'll enjoy a 2 course dinner at Garden Restaurant
Day 3 - Monday 17 February 2020
Norfolk Island (B,D)
This morning after breakfast, we'll enjoy some leisure time with the opportunity to visit the local Sunday Markets, just a short walk from our accommodation.
After lunch we visit Christian Brothers Cheese Company, a boutique dairy and cheese producer started by two island brothers - Glen and John Christian. Our tour will take us through a local farm with beautiful ocean views. We'll meet the cows, try the milking machine, see beehives and hear how the local honey is produced. Our tour travels to Glen's house where we'll sample a range of cheeses with tasty condiments and beverages on the verandah enjoying scenic ocean and valley views. A quick visit to a local sawmill is also an added bonus.
Tonight we'll regroup and enjoy a lovely two course dinner at Hili's Restaurant.
Later tonight we will experience the Wonerland By Night. The setting is 10 aches of magical Norfolk pines and bushland lit up like an enchanted forest. We meander along (or ride in the 'moon buggy' ) a gentle winding path with a descendant of the Bounty mutineers, as he recites his poems and lights up the dioramas. Afterwards enjoy a light supper.
Day 4 - Tuesday 18 February 2020
Norfolk Island (B,D)
This morning is free for relaxing or further exploration.
This afternoon we visit The Norfolk Wey! Makers of Artisan Cheese & food grown, picked and cooked with love!
Emily & her family will welcome us to the Hilli Goat Farm. Located at stunning Anson Bay, you will learn the history of the family farm and Hilli Goat business. Join in on the milking of the goats, as collect the milk and then see the cheese making pricess next door in the Cheese room. Test & sample the organic skincare products developed for sensitive and problem skin.
It is suggested you come on the tour with a hungry tummy, and we they will ensure you leavebally ap!
Dinner tonight is a 2 course menu at Dino's Resturant
Day 5 - Wednesday 19 February 2020
Norfolk Island (B,D)
This morning we will experience the totally unique 360° panoramic painting that will take us on an amazing journey. Feel like you’re really there witnessing the Bounty adventures and discover how the world’s most famous mutiny created the Pitcairn and Norfolk communities.Conceived by Norfolk Islander Marie Bailey, this gigantic panoramic painting vividly illustrates the story of her ancestor Fletcher Christian, the famous Mutiny on the Bounty and the descendants who settled on Pitcairn and Norfolk Island.
A spectacular 3D effect is achieved with realistic perspective and detailed artwork stretching all the way to visitor’s feet. Storyboards, lists and maps explain the history in an easy to understand way.
The Cyclorama provides a total experience.
This afternoon we will experience the culture of our forebears! From our Mutineer ancestors & their Tahitian wives came the arts of wood craft, weaving, cooking & our Norfolk language. On this tour you see a woodturning demonstration using Norfolk timber & visit an Island home where you will learn about our cooking. An Island weaving demonstration & a presentation on the Norfolk language will follow the afternoon tea break.
Tonight - one of the best ways to really get to know the locals - a progressive dinner to different Norfolk Island family homes. A fun night and a great way to sample some of the many island dishes amongst new friends.
Day 6 - Thursday 20 February 2020
Norfolk Island (B,D)
This morning we'll enjoy a beautifully scenic breakfast bush walk. Take your choice of an easy stroll through a 100 acre reserve or for the more energetic a 3.5km walk through scenic Mt Bates to the Captain Cook Monument. Beautiful views of the coast will delightl. At the end of both walks we'll meet on the cliff top for a delicious BBQ breakfast.
This afternoon we travel down to Emily Bay for swimming and relaxing at the bay.
Later we depart on our early evening Island Fish Fry dinner - We'll enjoy a feast of Island dishes, salads, homemade bread and fresh fried fish followed by desserts and tea/coffee. We'll have the chance to admire the sunset from Puppy's Point on Norfolk's beautiful western coastline. A lovely way to end another day in Paradise!
Day 7 - Friday 21 February 2020
Norfolk Island (B, D)
This morning after breakfast we'll enjoy a tour of acclaimed author Colleen McCullogh's home. Colleen McCullough, world renowned author of 24 books called Norfolk Island home for almost 36 years. Sadly, Colleen passed away in 2015 and her beloved property “Out Yenna” is now open for tours exclusively to Baunti Escapes. We'll visit her magnificent home and Colleen’s priceless collection of artefacts gathered on her travels all over the world. We will see where her books were researched and where Norfolk Island pies were made from local eggs and fruit in season. This a glimpse into the life of a modern day literary icon. If you have read her amazing books, you will love the experience of sharing the world of Colleen McCullough, author of “Tim”, “The Thornbirds” and “Morgan’s Run”.
Our last afternoon free to take in any last minute sights before coming together for our Farewell Dinner at Castaways.
Day 8 - Saturday 22 February 2020
Farewell Norfolk Island - Home (B)
After breakfast, with time to pack, we'll check out of our hotel and begin our journey home to Melbourne via Brisbane. Sit back, relax and reminisce about great times shared with new friends. A late arrival into Melbourne (approx 9.05pm). Thank you for joining us for your latest adventure and we look forward to welcoming you back!