Get ready to for the Vivid Sydney annual celebration of creativity, innovation and technology which transforms Sydney over 23 days and nights. Touring on Diamond, we visit the Sydney Towers where we enjoy lunch at SkyFeast, experience 360 degree views of Katooma Falls before boarding a premium upper deck food and wine cruise on Sydney's Harbour. Making our way back through Port Macquarie with a visit to the Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary overnighting in Coffs Harbour before heading back to Brisbane.
2 June 2025 - Diamond Class
15 Meals Eco Experiences 4 Eco Experiences 2 Cultural/Heritage & Indigenous Experiences
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POST TOUR EXTENDER OPTION
1 additional day (TOTAL 7 DAY TOUR)
• One way economy class flight ex Brisbane to Sydney, Melbourne or Adelaide
• 1 additional night room only post-tour at Meriton Suites Brisbane
• One way Airtrain ticket ex Roma Street Station to Brisbane Domestic Terminal
Plus $520pp Twin Share
Plus $615 Sole Use
**Subject to availability – some block out dates apply. Prices are subject to change without notice**
Deposit of $1000pp required within 14 days of making booking to secure your reservation.
Flights are arranged to suit the tour as a group in advance, therefore we cannot book individual preferences or guarantee direct flights.
Economy class flights are included at time of brochure release and are subject to price increase/availability.
Deposit of $1000pp required within 14 days of making booking to secure your reservation.
Flights are arranged to suit the tour as a group in advance, therefore we cannot book individual preferences or guarantee direct flights.
Economy class flights are included at time of brochure release and are subject to price increase/availability.
Our Carbon Neutral flights arrive into Sydney where we board a third-party coach, travelling responsibly knowing all coach emissions are 100% offset. Get acquainted with our surroundings during some free time at leisure. This evening we board our opulent ‘Diamond Class’ coach bound for Sydney Tower. Enjoy dinner at SkyFeast, boasting 360-degree views as we dine on a delicious buffet. Large picture windows frame sights like the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Darling Harbour, Circular Quay, and the lights of Sydney’s iconic Vivid Festival.
Leaving the bustling city behind, we embark on an adventure into the majestic World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains. Our journey begins at Echo Point lookout, where we pause to take in the breathtaking natural beauty. We then head to Scenic World, where we glide between clifftops on the Scenic Skyway, immersing ourselves in 360-degree views of the pristine Katoomba Falls, the iconic Three Sisters, and the untouched Jamison Valley. For lunch, we dine in the historic charm of the landmark Carrington Hotel. As the afternoon unfolds, we journey back to the heart of Sydney.
Today we begin with a privately guided walking tour of the Sydney Opera House, where we uncover the secrets that make this building a World Heritage-listed masterpiece. After some free time to explore on your own, we regroup for a short journey to the historic Hyde Park Barracks. Here, we delve into the rich history of this heritage listed site. In the evening, indulge in fine dining aboard the quintessential Vivid Sydney gourmet food and wine cruise on Sydney Harbour. This unforgettable experience includes premium upper deck seating offering uninterrupted, million- dollar panoramas. Enjoy two hours of relaxed cruising as you take in the full canvas of Vivid’s mesmerising lights spectacular.
**Lunch is at your own expense today.
**Dinner venue caters for gluten free and vegetarian dietary requirements only. Allergies must be self-managed.
Departing Sydney, we journey to Broken Bay Pearl Farm for a scenic cruise and land tour. Discover the sustainable practices behind pearl cultivation as we explore the farm and learn about the intricate process from oyster seeding to pearl harvesting. After this enriching experience, we continue our coastal journey to Port Macquarie, where we’ll enjoy the town’s beautiful beaches and rich history.
This morning we add a little wildlife into our day with a visit to Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary, home to Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins, seals, little penguins, turtles and a variety of endemic fish species. The conservation park provides an educational, enjoyable and ‘hands-on’ experience. You might even get kissed by a seal or dolphin! Later, we head to Coffs Harbour to check in to our beachfront resort nestled in 36 hectares of native bushland where the mountains meet the sea.
Today we venture to Tropical Fruit World, a 200-acre commercial fruit plantation. Enjoy lunch with a fruit tasting before taking a guided farm tour by tractor train. We arrive at the Brisbane Coach Terminal late afternoon.
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Our Gold Class coach tours let you experience the beauty of the Australian landscape in comfort and style. From the coach itself to the accommodation and meals, every detail is considered.
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The National Cherry Festival is on the first weekend of December, traditionally at the height of the cherry picking season. This iconic regional produce event showcases the famous Cherry which has been part of the landscape around Young for over 150 years. Travel in style on our Luxury 'Gold Class' coach, discover the town and its harvest, delicious fruit, wine, food and festival! Will the longest Pip Spit record be broken again this year? Who will be the 2024 Cherry Pie Eating Champion? Come with Fun Over Fifty and visit this lovely rural community and have FUN! Following the festival we make our way to the Hunter Valley for the famous Hunter Valley Christmas Lights Spectacular!
Join us this Australia Day for our inaugural Australia Day Long Weekend tour! This 4-day adventure takes you through the heart of the Granite Belt, starting with a wine tasting at the renowned Ballandean Estate Winery. Discover Armidale’s culinary delights with a visit to Deano’s Smoked Trout, sampling delicious products and learning about this unique farm-to-table experience. Wander through the picturesque English-inspired gardens of Peterson’s Winery before exploring the rustic cellar door. On Australia Day, visit the iconic Big Golden Guitar in Tamworth and the Australian Music Hall of Fame before soaking up the vibrant atmosphere of the Tamworth Country Music Festival. Enjoy free concerts, talented buskers, bush poets, and more. Celebrate Australia Day like a true-blue Aussie on this unforgettable tour!
Tamworth is the country music capital of Australia, with this unique style of music being the main focus of the town year round. Here, the information centre is guitar-shaped, the town’s entrance is marked by a 36ft guitar and country music stars are represented in a waxwork hall of fame. Get geared up for a country escape and enjoy the toe-tappin’, boot-scootin’ and two-steppin’ hype in January, when Tamworth plays host to one of the biggest and best country music festivals in the world.
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Our coach tours have a baggage restriction of 17kg per person (regardless of flight and rail allowances) due to our Occupational Health & Safety standards. You can also bring one small, soft carry-on bag not exceeding 30cm wide, 30cm high, and 15cm thick that may be stowed in the overhead compartment.
Each of our tours has a fitness rating which describes the level of physical activity involved with the tour. These ratings are very important when choosing your tour to ensure it's right for you. Our fitness ratings are:
Our Gold Class coaches have a seat capacity of between 44 and 46, but we cap Gold Class tours at 40 guests per tour. Our Diamond Class tours have a capacity of just 26 guests. Other tour types may have different capacities depending on the transport and destination. Please get in touch with our team if you have any questions about a specific tour.
In most cases, yes we can. We can accommodate guests who are vegetarian and can assist with diabetic, gluten-free and other medically-recommended diets. Please advise us at time of booking, and we can confirm with our suppliers and restaurants.
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Quality Tourism accredited businesses like Fun Over 50 lead the way by offering the highest industry standards of customer service, satisfaction, reliability, and ethical practices.
We are committed to operating in ways that respect and reinforce Indigenous cultural heritage and the authenticity and integrity of living cultures of Indigenous communities.
We have incorporated strategic climate change responses across all relevant levels of our planning and operations. We are working towards becoming carbon neutral.
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We are a credible, well trained, and professional business. We conduct business in compliance with Australian Consumer Law and in accordance with ATAS Charter and Code of Conduct.
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We acknowledge the traditional owners of country throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to them, their cultures, and to the elders both past and present.
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