Rodney Vincent Norfolk Island Group Tour February 2015 ex Melbourne February 2015 ex Sydney

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1 Rodney Vincent Norfolk Island Group Tour February 2015 ex Melbourne February 2015 ex Sydney Day 1 Thursday 20 February 2015 (D) Melbourne - Sydney Depart 6:00PM MELBOURNE Arrive 7:30PM SYDNEY On arrival in Sydney Transfer by shuttle to Airport Sydney International Inn where accommodation has been confirmed for you for one night. Located only minutes from Sydney Airport, Airport Sydney International Inn offers guest seclusion from the noise of the bus airport region whilst, providing the convenience of modern accommodation. Accommodation: Airport Sydney International Inn or similar Day 2 Friday 21 February 2015 (L in Flight, D) Sydney Norfolk Island/Night as a Convict Early breakfast at the hotel this morning. The hotel shuttle will transfer you to the airport in time for your flight to Norfolk Island. Depart Sydney for Norfolk Island Depart 9:35AM SYDNEY on Air New Zealand Arrive 1:50PM NORFOLK On arrival you will be met by our local ground operator Pinetree Tours and transferred to the South Pacific Resort Hotel. Centrally located in the township of Burnt Pine, South Pacific Resort offers many facilities, including three bars, a restaurant, a pool with kitchen and bar area, room service, guest lounge, internet access, a conference centre and much more. It is within walking distance to the town centre and restaurants, plus only minutes drive to the beach and historic Kingston ruins. The comfortable rooms are set in lush sub-tropical gardens with mountain and valley views and offer all the creature comforts that will make your stay one to remember. The hotel operates a courtesy bus which leaves the hotel at 9 am, 11 am and 1 pm daily. Enjoy a welcome Tropical Fruit Punch on arrival before checking into your rooms. Accommodation has been confirmed for 7 nights in a Garden Room. Night as a Convict A fun night out for all ages. Dress as a convict and join with the Commandant for an evening of gaiety, feasting, singing & dancing.

2 Day 3 Saturday 22 February 2015 (B, D) Half Day Orientation Tour/RSL Dinner Half Day Orientation Tour Pinetree Tours Half Day Orientation Tour is a must for every visitor. Visit historic Kingston, Cascade, Longridge and much more. See and hear about the famous convict buildings, beautiful beaches and golf course, the renowned Melanesian Chapel, local Government laws and lifestyle. Enjoy views from scenic spots on this full commentary conducted tour. Rest for a delicious afternoon tea in the garden of an historic island home built by Fletcher Quintal descendant of Bounty mutineers Fletcher Christian and Matthew Quintal. A special trip will be made to visit the lookout at Mt Pitt. Lunch is own arrangements and afternoon is at leisure. Dinner at Norfolk Island RSL Tonight you will enjoy a 2 course dinner at the Norfolk Island RSL. Afterwards enjoy a show by Rodney. Day 4 Sunday 23 February 2015 (B, D) Convict Settlement/Fletcher s Fate Convict Settlement Tour This morning you will go on an in depth tour of the historic Georgian settlement of Kingston. Walk through the cemetery and hear the history of interesting convict and colonial headstones and hear stories of the houses along Quality Row. Walk through the ruins of the New Gaol; see the Pier Store, Boat Shed and the Crank Mill. Morning tea included. Lunch is own arrangements and afternoon is at leisure. World of Norfolk During your leisure time this week be sure to use your enclosed voucher to visit the World of Norfolk located upstairs in the Foodland Mall. The World of Norfolk Exhibit is an exhibition that brings to life a series of stories that collectively encompass and celebrate Norfolk Island and its people. The exhibit features world class large format photography, mixed media and contemporary visual displays to engross you in a memorable World. It is Norfolk s newest attraction and is an essential visitor experience to learn about Norfolk Island s unique history, landscapes and culture. Open daily from 10am-4pm. Fletcher s Fate A fascinating evening of interactive theatre, intrigue and mystery. This entertaining play, examining the possible last movements and final whereabouts of the famous mutineer, Fletcher Christian, is dramatically acted out by a 6 character cast over a sumptuous 3 course dinner. Day 5 Monday 24 February 2015 (B,D) Cyclorama/La Perouse/Sound and Light Cyclorama This morning we will head off to Cyclorama, an unforgettable experience. Walk inside the continuous 360 degree panoramic painting that traces the history of the Bounty leaving England through Tahiti, Pitcairn Island and arrival at Norfolk Island in Lunch is own arrangements and the afternoon is at leisure.

3 Afternoon at leisure. Why not check out the check out the shops in the Burnt Pine shopping area and see the huge range of European goods and perfumes and cosmetics at Mainland Duty Free prices. If shopping is not your thing how about an afternoon of Golf, Tennis or Bowls or if the tides are right why not try your hand at a bit of fishing. La Perouse Tonight enjoy a dinner at La Perouse Restaurant at the Paradise Hotel and Resort. Sound and Light Show Nightfall at Kingston brings a different mood to the Convict Settlement. The stillness and the stars are there just as they were before mankind arrived in However, with the dramatic use of real life sounds, theatrical lighting and costumed actors, the stillness is broken as Pinetree Tours takes you through the horrifying decades of Norfolk Island s convict era. Day 6 Tuesday 25 February 2015 (B, D) Behind the Hedges/Island Fish Fry/Mutiny on the Bounty Behind the Hedges This morning travel to Anson Bay to visit a small hobby farm, which has been instrumental in improving the local livestock industry. Close by see a demonstration at Norfolk's major pottery and browse at the Cottage Pottery shop. After a delicious morning tea at a scenic location, visit a beautiful private and commercial garden that supplies the local florists with stock. Finish the morning with a visit to a large banyan tree on a private property. Lunch is own arrangements and the afternoon is a leisure. Island Fish Fry This evening you will enjoy a feast of Island dishes, salads, homemade bread and fresh fried fish, followed by Island desserts. Enjoy some local entertainment on Norfolk's beautiful Puppy's Point. Mutiny on the Bounty See descendants of the mutineers bring the story of the famed Mutiny on the Bounty and historic events to life in an outdoor amphitheatre on Norfolk s western coastline. Day 7 Wednesday 26 February 2015 (B, D) Breakfast Bush Walk/Progressive Dinner This morning take your choice of a stroll through One Hundred Acres Reserve or for the more energetic, a leisurely 3.5km walk through scenic Mt Bates to Captain Cook Monument. At the end of the walk everyone will meet up on the cliff top for a delicious breakfast barbecue. If you prefer not to rise early and bush walk, but would like to have breakfast on the cliff top, join the walkers at Anson Bay as they return from their walk. Lunch is own arrangements and the afternoon is a leisure. Progressive Dinner 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. Day 8 Thursday 27 February 2015 (B, D) Glass Bottom Boat/Dinner at Hotel/Farewell Concert Christian s Glass Bottom Boat View beautiful coral gardens and tropical fish inside the calm crystal waters of Norfolk s lagoon. Donald and John provide full and interesting commentary on the environment tour. Tour time will depend on tides.

4 Metcalfe s Restaurant/Farewell Concert Tonight is a 3 course Farewell Dinner at your hotel. After dinner Rodney will take stage for an evening of fun and laughter. Some singing, some dancing, some jokes. A great night promised and a fantastic way to end your week on Norfolk. Day 9 Friday 28 February 2015 (B, L in Flight) Norfolk - Melbourne Breakfast will be served at your hotel this morning and the rest of the morning is at leisure. You will be transferred to Norfolk Airport in time for your flight home. Depart 1:30PM NORFOLK on Air New Zealand Arrive 4:00PM SYDNEY Transit from International Terminal to Domestic Terminal. Depart 6:45PM SYDNEY Arrive 8:00PM MELBOURNE TOTAL PRICE: Ex Melbourne $ Per Person Twin Share $ Per Person Single Supplement Ex Sydney $ Per Person Twin Share $ Per Person Single Supplement Inclusions: Return Economy Airfare Melbourne Sydney - Norfolk Sydney - Melbourne Including Taxes 1 Night Sydney Hotel including Return Airport Transfers + Breakfast 7 Nights Accommodation South Pacific Resort Hotel 7 x Full Cooked Breakfasts/7 x Dinners (Including Island Fish Fry) Return Airport Transfers and Transfers throughout All Touring and Transfers as Indicated in Itinerary

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