Overview
3 Days
Sydney
Sydney
Classic
4 Star
Premium
5-99 Years
48
Fully Guided
CBFT
Itinerary
This short getaway from Sydney sees you leave the skyscrapers behind and venture into the countryside of the Southern Highlands, all heritage villages, vineyards and manicured gardens. The allures all unite in Berrima, the best-preserved Georgian town in Australia – look no further than its convict-era sandstone gaol. Despite its gloomy history, the building is awfully pretty to look at.
All this touring is hungry work – thankfully, a barbecue lunch awaits on the grounds of working sheep farm Gold Creek Station, where you'll learn about life on the land from someone who works it every day. Speaking of working hard for the money, 10,000 people spent years constructing Parliament House, the architecturally eye-catching seat of the nation's government that was constructed largely from Australian materials. (L) Stay: Crowne Plaza Canberra
There are more than a million glorious bulbs on display at Floriade, an explosion of colour transforming the banks of Lake Burley Griffin as well as Canberra's suburbs. The month-long affair – the largest of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere – was originally designed to celebrate Australia's Bicentenary and Canberra's 75th birthday. It has become so popular that it is now a regular on the city's event calendar. You'll see why. Browse immaculate flower beds in various patterns and themes, then enjoy entertainment, market stalls and a lively spring vibe.
After Floriade, another floral bounty awaits at the National Arboretum, an enormous hilltop space where a local guide will share with you the amazing work being done by horticulturists when it comes to plant conservation and boosting botanical diversity. Spanning more than 250 hectares, the Arboretum is one of the world's largest living collections of rare, endangered and significant trees. The site is also home to the iconic Margaret Whitlam Pavilion and the renowned National Bonsai and Penjing Collection. (B/D)
Yet more flowers await in the Southern Highlands, where Bowral's Corbett Gardens play host to 75,000 tulips. The aptly named Tulip Time Festival here will inspire you to buy some tulips to plant back home - it's that eye catching. Before you board your coach for your return to Sydney, you'll have time at leisure in the Southern Highlands village of Mittagong. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Smell the flowers at Floriade, an immense wonderland of bulbs best enjoyed at a leisurely pace. More blooms await in Bowral, with its antiques stores and cosy cafes.
- From Floriade and Parliament House to quaint historic villages, Canberra's attractions don't disappoint.
- Canberra is one of Australia's greenest cities, from its alternative energy ethos to its ample parks that welcome visitors at every turn.
- Be My Guest lunch at Gold Creek Station
- Visit and wander through Parliament House
- Explore the Floriade Flower Festival Canberra
- Visit Australia's National Arboretum Canberra
- Spend time at the Tulip Time Flower Festival Bowral
- Expert Travel Directors, Driver Guides and Local Guides to enrich your on-tour experience
- National Park entrance fees
- Comfortable accommodation in premium 3 to 4-star hotels located nearby key attractions
- Premium coaches with Wi-Fi (where available) and USB charging stations
- 1 Lunch (L)
- 2 Breakfasts (B)
- 1 Dinner (D)
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Warm layers in cooler months
- Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat
- Water bottle
- Camera
- Day Prior: Flights to arrive anytime into Sydney Airport
- Day 3: Flights to depart after 8.00pm from Sydney Airport
- Airport to Hotel transfers are available to purchase on request.
- Flights to and from your tour are not included in the tour price.
- A low level of fitness is required in order to be able to participate. You will need to able to walk around the festival site and manage coach steps unaided.
- Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
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At AAT Kings, our on-road staff are best in class. Our Travel Directors, Driver Guides and Drivers are hand-picked for their passion, experience, and enthusiasm for the spectacular countries we live in. There is truly no one better to share with you the best destinations across Australia and New Zealand. We have been perfecting our itineraries and products for over 100 years, so the benefits gained from travelling with us are unrivalled. With over 150 expertly crafted holiday itineraries to choose from, we offer something for everyone.
Our affordable and premium Classic Tours include handpicked hotels combining comfort, style and proximity to key attractions. Travel in comfort aboard our modern coaches, savour daily breakfasts and exclusive dining experiences. Our seasoned guides bring each destination to life with with their engaging stories and local insights and our range of included experiences are designed to immerse to immerse you in the culture, history and beauty of each destination.
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