Wattletree Garden Group Norfolk Island December 2016

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1 Wattletree Garden Group Norfolk Island December 2016 Day 1 Tuesday 20 December 2016 (D) Welcome Function/Dinner at Hotel Please be at Brisbane International Airport at least 2 hours prior to your departure flight. Depart 10:20AM BRISBANE Arrive 1:40PM NORFOLK On arrival you need to collect your checked luggage and clear customs and immigration. Once in the main terminal you will be met by our local ground operator Pinetree Tours and transferred to your hotel, The Castaway Hotel and Resort, which will be your home for the next 7 nights. This boutique hotel has been fully refurbished and is ideally located in a lovely quiet spot just a short walk to the centre of town or a few minutes drive to the historic Kingston precinct. Developed from an historic family home, Castaway continues to be family owned and operated with exceptional friendly island hospitality. Welcome Function Enjoy a special welcome gathering of the group with drinks and nibbles provided. Castaway Hotel Tonight enjoy a three course dinner at your hotel. Includes a non seafood option. Day 2 Wednesday 21 December 2016 (B, L) Half Day Orientation Tour/Cyclorama/Picnic Lunch/Wonderland by Night 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 morning tea in the garden of an historic island home built by Fletcher Quintal descendant of Bounty mutineers Fletcher Christian and Matthew Quintal.

2 Lunch today will be a picnic lunch in a scenic spot. After lunch there is an option (own cost) to visit Fletcher s Mutiny Cyclorama. This is an unforgettable experience. This is one of only a handful of paintings of this type in the world and is based on an art form made popular in the 1800's. Walk inside the circular painting and be surrounded by the immense artwork. A spectacular 3D effect is achieved in this painting with its detailed artwork and realistic perspective and the story that traces the history of the Bounty leaving England through Tahiti, Pitcairn Island and arrival at Norfolk Island in Dinner tonight is own arrangements. Wonderland by Night The setting is 10 acres of magical Norfolk pines and bushland lit up like an enchanted forest. Meander along (or ride in the 'moon buggy') a gentle winding path whilst a descendant of one of the Bounty mutineers recites poetry written by local poet Archie Bigg. The dioramas are lit up and the setting is magical. Day 3 Thursday 22 December 2016 (B, D) Behind the Hedges Tour/Colleen McCullough Tour/Island Fish Fry/Mutiny on the Bounty Behind the Hedges Tour Travel to Anson Bay to visit a small hobby farm, which has been instrumental in improving our 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 our local florists with stock. Finish the tour with a visit to a beautiful Banyan tree on a private property. Lunch today is own arrangements. The Colleen McCullough Home Tour World renowned author Colleen McCullough wrote 24 books. Her first novel "Tim" inspired a movie and actor Mel Gibson played the main role. Her second novel, "The Thorn Birds" has never been out of print and has sold more than 30 million copies worldwide. It has been translated into more than 20 languages. The world renowned author made Norfolk Island her home in 1979 and lived on Norfolk Island until her passing in Colleen created an amazing majestic home on Norfolk Island with her husband Ric Robinson. Ric and Colleen's home was never open to the public until her passing. This is an exclusive guided tour to the author's magnificent property. You will be escorted through Ric and Colleen's home and view some of their priceless collections from around the world. Island Fish Fry Enjoy a feast of Island dishes, salads, homemade bread and fresh fried fish, followed by Island desserts and tea or coffee. Watch the sun set from Puppy s Point on Norfolk s beautiful western coastline and enjoy some local entertainment. Mutiny on the Bounty Show See descendants of the Bounty 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 4 Friday 23 December 2016 (B, L) Greenfingers Garden Tour/Two Chimneys Wine Tasting and Lunch

3 Greenfingers Tour A tour featuring some of the Island s loveliest gardens. Throughout the morning you will visit a nursery owned and operated by a young Norfolk Islander. You will also view the hydroponics. Later visit a gorgeous private garden with a spectacular view. Morning tea is served in a scenic location. Your visit to the winery will be directly after this tour. Two Chimneys Wine Tasting and Lunch Today transfer to Two Chimneys Wines Norfolk s only winery. The winery was established in 2002 and whilst the vines are maturing the family enjoy quality support of many in the wine industry and this is reflected in the wine produced under their own Two Chimneys Wines label. After your welcome and introductory talk enjoy a formal wine tasting from the premium wine range. Two Chimneys Wines are renowned for Noelene s Vineyard Platter. The platter of home-made delicacies is the very best example of quality design and presentation and represents the best fresh produce that is available from the family garden. Enjoy a complimentary glass of premium wine and finish your lunch with a decadent home-made exotic gateau and locally sourced plunger coffee. Afternoon is at leisure and dinner tonight is own arrangements. Tonight there is an option (own cost) to go on the Night as a Convict Tour. Please book this direct with Pinetree Tours. Night as a Convict (own cost) A fun night out for all ages. Dress as a convict and join in with the Commandant for an evening of gaiety, feasting, singing and dancing. Great food and great fun. (Outfits supplied). Day 5 Saturday 24 December 2016 (B) Breakfast Bush Walk Breakfast Bush Walk 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. If you prefer not to rise early and bush walk you ll be picked up a little later and taken to join the walkers at Anson Bay as they return from their walk and where you ll all enjoy a delicious breakfast barbecue on the clifftop. Afternoon is at leisure and dinner tonight is own arrangements. Day 6 Sunday 25 December 2016 (B, L) Christmas Day Full buffet breakfast is served at your hotel Christmas Lunch A full Christmas Buffet will be at your hotel today. Afternoon and evening at leisure. Day 7 Monday 26 December 2016 (B, D) Golf or Convict Settlement Tour/Farewell Dinner at Hotel Pitcairn Settlers Village Optional Tour (own cost) On this unique historical tour you will learn about the proud history of the Pitcairn Islanders on Norfolk Island. In the grounds of a beautiful old island homestead stroll through the outbuildings, browse through the museum filled with items of nostalgic and historic interest, see the oldest working forge in the Pacific, look through an ex New Zealand Army hut with war-time memorabilia and watch an exclusive film of Norfolk Island interest. Light refreshments are included.

4 Lunch today is own arrangements. This afternoon we have a choice of two options (included in the price) for you to choose from: Option 1 Golf afternoon. Join us at to be transferred to the picturesque golf club where you can buy lunch (own expense) and enjoy the view before we head out to play 9 holes of golf. We will have some fun with prizes for various golfing feats. This golf day is intended to be fun for golfers, hackers and non-golfers alike. Option 2 Convict Settlement Tour. (minimum numbers required for tour to proceed) Meet at 1pm to have an interesting and in depth look at the historic Georgian settlement of Kingston. Afternoon tea will be included. Castaway Hotel Tonight enjoy a two course farewell dinner at your hotel. Includes a non seafood option. Day 8 Tuesday 27 December 2016 (B) Cheese Tour/Depart Norfolk Christian Brothers Cheese Tour Departing approximately 10:30am. Christian Brothers Cheese Company is a boutique dairy and cheese producer started by two island brothers Glen and John Christian. The two over two hours will take you through a local farm with beautiful ocean views where you ll meet the milk cows, try the milking machine, see beehives and hear about producing the local honey. A quick visit to the local sawmill is an added bonus. The tour travels to Glen s house where you sample the range of cheeses with tasty condiments and complementary wine. Enjoy the scenic ocean and valley views from the verandah whilst cheesemaker John gives you an informative talk. Depart 3:25PM NORFOLK Arrive 4:50PM BRISBANE Nett Cost per Person: $ per person Twin Share $ per person Single Supplement

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