Each year, our festival and event tours give you the chance to experience iconic festivals and events you may have never heard of. And we take you there in the comfort and style of our luxury tours. From black tie cultural events to rural music festivals, we have all the best events in our calendar.
The Bright Autumn Festival is a celebration of the wonderful autumn colours and autumn produce of the valleys of Victoria’s Alpine High Country.
Melbourne is an ever changing, vibrant city with café lined laneways, eclectic art displays and cultural experiences at every turn. Discover the hidden treasures, iconic structures, heritage, history and past stories as we travel in and around Melbourne.
This Australian folk festival is based upon the magnificent spectacle of the hundreds of lilac-blossomed trees which grow in Grafton’s broad tree lined avenues.
Embark on the vibrant Trundle ABBA Festival tour, including a waterfront lunch in Ballina, a visit to the Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary, and a guided tour of Newcastle with a night's stay. Indulge in a high tea lunch at the iconic Avalon Theatre Restaurant in Newcastle. Continue the journey with a visit to Parkes Observatory, two nights in Parkes, and entry into the lively Trundle ABBA Festival. Explore Sydney's city sights and conclude the adventure with one-way carbon-neutral economy class flight from Sydney to Brisbane, Melbourne, or Adelaide. Enjoy a total of 14 delicious meals throughout this entertaining experience.
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.
Parkes will come alive to celebrate Elvis Presley and all things Rock ‘n’ Roll and our 32nd year. There’ll be hundreds of Elvis, Jailhouse Rock and Rock ‘n’ Roll themed events across five fabulous, fun-filled days.
There is no better time to visit Corryong than during The Man from Snowy River Bush Festival, where the alpine region comes to life and unveils the history of unique bush traditions. Discover the lifestyle country folk take for granted and watch as horsemen and women chase wild horses down the mountainside in pursuit of the colt that got away.
See beautiful NSW in springtime bloom as we travel from Brisbane through Port Macquarie to Bowral then on to Canberra returning via the Blue Mountains, Hunter Valley and Armidale. Visit Corbett Gardens, Tulip Top Gardens, Cockington Green, Cowra's Japanese Garden, Darley Stud, the Glen Innes Standing Stones and Australia's largest flower festival showcasing a million flowers in bloom, Canberra Floriade.
Join us for an egg-travagant adventure on our Easter Festival at Lightning Ridge tour! On the way, we'll stop in St George to visit the historic Anchorage Homestead, one of the oldest in the shire. As we continue to Lightning Ridge, explore the fascinating world of opal mining at the Australian Opal Centre. Experience the lively spirit of Easter in the outback with the bustling celebrations of Lightning Ridge. From the Miners Rickshaw Challenge to egg-and-spoon races, live entertainment, and vibrant street stalls, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. To top off your adventure, enjoy a special behind-the-scenes tour at Summerland Camels in Harrisville before heading home.
We fly into Sydney for an exclusive harbour cruise, then transfer to the Briars Country Lodge & Inn for 3 nights. The annual Gathering of the Clans at Bundanoon promises everything Scottish with a wee bit of Aussie flavour; massed pipe bands, highland games, Celtic dancing and more. Travel on to Mudgee and Goondiwindi with highlight visits to The Blue Mountains, Bathurst and Gulgong.
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!
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!
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.
Enjoy a spectacular New Years Eve celebration - Fun Over 50 Holidays style! With a 4 night stay at the Sofitel Wentworth Sydney, we visit Madame Tussauds, make our way to the Blue Mountains where we enjoy views from Katoomba Falls, visit Shellar Door to learn about the Australian Pearl Farm before making our way onboard the exquisite Gold Dining New Year Eve Harbour crew experiences for a front row view of the spectacular fireworks display.
Known as the ‘Melon Capital’ of Australia, every two years the thriving community of Chinchilla welcomes in excess of 20,000 visitors for the unique, fun-filled and crazy Chinchilla Melon Festival. Learn how to grow the tastiest melons on a farm tour, take in an authentic outback rodeo and enjoy a full day at the festival. There's melon skiing, melon iron man, melon bungee, melon bullseye, pip spitting, melon tossing, entertainment, markets, a street parade, arts and crafts, free concerts, fireworks and loads more.
Embark on a Nautical New Year adventure along the Murray River and Kangaroo Island. Enjoy a 7-night cruise on the Proud Mary with daily excursions, including celebrations and live entertainment for New Year's Eve. Explore historic towns, witness river red gums, and savour a Ngaut Ngaut tour with an indigenous guide. Conclude the cruise with 1 night in Adelaide. Extend your adventure with 2 nights on Kangaroo Island, exploring landmarks like the Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery, Seal Bay Conservation Park, and Remarkable Rocks. Travel comfortably with locally operated comfort-plus coach travel and relish a total of 29 delicious meals throughout this memorable journey.
At Fun Over 50, you get the VIP experience from start to finish. All transport, accommodation, and food must meet our high standards.
We have fitness ratings for our tours, so you know which are right for you. Travel with people who want the same level of activity.
Our focus has always been on creating unforgettable tours all over Australia, and we take you to some of the most iconic Australian events.
With Fun Over 50 Holidays, you get all event passes, accommodation, and activities included, as well as most meals.
To book your festival tour, all you need to do is get in touch with us. We will take your details and reserve your place over the phone. We will also answer any questions and give you all the information you need.
Just like with any tour, this depends on what you're interested in. Our festival tours take you to many large and well-known events, such as the Australian International Airshow in Avalon, as well as much smaller regional events.
Whether you want to see live music or cultural events in historic towns, we have tours for you.
At Fun Over Fifty, all our tours are all inclusive, which means all activities, accommodation, and transport are included in the tour price, as well as most meals.
When it comes to festivals and events, we typically try to book VIP or exclusive entry tickets wherever possible to ensure you get the best experience.
Our team is always happy to help if you have any questions about us or our tours. Fill out our form and we will get back to you soon.
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