• 2 nights accommodation at Club Wyndham Sydney
• Flights Sydney to Norfolk Island, return
• 7 nights accommodation at Governor’s Lodge Resort Hotel in a standard one bedroom cabin with balcony including breakfast
• Meals where indicated
• Transfers and tours
• Club Wyndham host *

Itinerary

Friday 4 and Saturday 5 October 2024

2 nights accommodation  at Club Wyndham Sydney
Two days for  you  to unwind and explore at your own pace, getting ready for a full 7 night adventure of Norfolk Island
Welcome Drinks at Club Wyndham Sydney on 4 October 2024

Day 1:   Sunday 06 October 2024 (D)
By Air:   Sydney – Norfolk Island (NSW)  10.00 AM Depart Sydney on Qantas flight QF179
1.30 PM Arrive Norfolk Island (NSW)
Transfer: Baunti Tours arrival transfer

Welcome to Governor’s Norfolk Island Resort Hotel; set on 12 acres of landscaped sub-tropical gardens dotted with majestic Norfolk Pines. Relax by the outdoor pool and heated spa. With many eating outlets including the signature fully-licensed Bailey’s Restaurant (Welcome Dinner) in the beautifully restored Bailey’s homestead. Enjoy daily breakfast in the Cafe surrounded by gardens or simply grab a snack or pre-dinner drink at our Lobby Lounge Bar. Centrally located to the shopping centre and tourist attractions Governor’ s Lodge Resort provides all you could need when away from home.
6.00PM – Welcome dinner has been included at your accommodation today – Bayley’s Restaurant

Day 2:   Monday 07 October 2024             (B, D)

Activities: Discover Our World Tour (incl Transfers) 8:30AM
The Discover Norfolk Island orientation tour is an introductory tour to Norfolk Island. In other words, its best taken early in a Norfolk Island holiday. Informative local guides will take you on an Island wide route covering the main points of interest. They’ll briefly commentate on the early island and peoples history as well as the current day environment. Refreshments are provided.

Activities: Pitcairn Setllers Village (incl Transfers)  1:15PM
Visit the Pitcairn Settlers Village. Here you’ll experience the proud history of the Pitcairn Island Settlers. Your guided tour will take you through the gracious original Bailey homestead & gardens. Then on to a stroll through the barn, dairy and out-buildings. Wander through the Museum filled with items of nostalgic and historic interest. See the oldest working forge in the Pacific. After that there’s an Ex New Zealand Army hut, with war-time memorabilia. And finally, there’s an exclusive film of Norfolk Island interest and complimentary refreshments.

Activities: “Who Killed the Surveyor?” Mystery Dinner (incl Transfers) 6.15PM
Who Killed the Surveyor – a new murder mystery dinner set in 1859 on Norfolk Island. Go back in time and dine with the Chief Magistrate Frederick Young and his wife Mary. Frederick is hosting this dinner to honour His Excellency, Governor General Denison who is making yet another visit to the island. A young English surveyor from Sydney is found washed up on the cove southeast of Point Hunter. Dine on a 3-course dinner while you help solve the mystery of “Who Killed the Surveyor?” The tour takes place in one of the original, elegantly restored Georgian houses at No. 9 Quality Row, on the beautiful Kingston foreshores.

Day 3:   Tuesday 08 October 2024 (B, D)

Activities: Norfolk Today Tour (incl Transfers)      8.45AM
Learn how Norfolk Islanders live in the 21st Century and the essential services that make life on a tiny South Pacific Island possible. How do we bring petrol and gas on island; power our world; deal with our waste; forecast the weather; keep ourselves informed and make a global contribution? The Norfolk Today Tour will make it all clear!
You will visit parts of the island that few tourists ever see, you will meet the locals who make sure these daily miracles and services keep happening. This is a real behind the scenes experience, which shows the true workings on Norfolk Island. Includes refreshments.

Activities: Farm & Industry Tour (incl Transfers) 1.00PM
On this tour, we make our way to a private farm property on the western side of the island to discover how we grow seasonal produce.  Next stop is a visit to our family sheep.  Continuing on to the eastern side of the island we’ll explore a home industry farm with ducks, chickens, bees and more… Here we’ll enjoy afternoon tea and lively conversation about all things ‘farm and industry’ on the island! On the way back, we’ll stop off at the liqueur factory.

Activities: Progressive Dinner (incl Transfers)       6.00PM
The Progressive Dinner comes highly recommended for any Norfolk Island itinerary. It’s the perfect way to get a taste of the real Norfolk lifestyle. Baunti’s progressive dinner takes you to some lovely homes on the island. All you have to do is relax and enjoy the home-cooked food, bursting with the goodness of fresh island produce. Chat with your fellow diners and soak up the stories of your island hosts. They’ll share their passion for their little island paradise. A complimentary glass of wine or juice accompanies the main course, tea and coffee served with dessert. You are welcome to BYO if you wish.

Day 4:   Wednesday 09 October 2024      (B,L D)

Activities: Colleen McCullough Home Tour (incl Transfers)  9.30AM & 10:45AM Split Groups
The Colleen McCullough Tour gives you a glimpse into the life of this modern-day literary icon. The world-renowned author called Norfolk Island home for almost 36 years. She and husband, Norfolk Islander, Ric Robinson, created a luxurious hideaway here. They maintained their privacy to ensure Colleen had the perfect environment for her writing. And it worked, she created some of her most powerful titles in their little sanctuary. Her beloved property “Out Yenna” is now open exclusively to Baunti Tours customers. Our escorted tour will take you through her magnificent home, see where Colleen worked on her novels. In addition, you’ll get to view Ric and Colleen’s priceless collection of artefacts gathered on their travels all over the world. Colleen authored some 27 books during her lifetime, and was half way through another at the time of her passing. Some of the more noteworthy, for instance, include “Tim”, “The Thornbirds” and “Morgan’s Run”. So, if you have read her amazing books, you will love the experience of sharing her world on the Colleen McCullough Tour.

Activities: Lavender Farm Tour & Lunch (incl Transfers)  12.45PM
The Lavender Farm Tour includes an informative talk on their journey setting up Norfolk Islands first ever Lavender Farm. You’ll hear about the challenges of importing bare rooted plants into the island. Enjoy an easy walk round the farm with the Owner/s. Learn about the 15 different Lavender Varieties that have been planted. You’ll also see their other commercial plantings of Sage, Rosemary, Rose Geranium, Sunflowers and other vegetables that are grown on Fitzy’s Farm for use in our ‘paddock to plate’ farm experience. The Lavender Farm Tour includes a Lavender & Blueberry Gelato (or another flavour of your choice) in a Waffle Cone. Sorbet (Dairy Free & Gluten Free Cones Available) on request. Gift shop available for purchasing our locally made products after the tour. Credit Card facilities available.

Activities: Commandants’ Dinner & Show (incl Transfers) 6.15PM
The Commandants Dinner and Show is a night of great entertainment, delectable food and loads of fun. Make it a “must” for your itinerary!! This factual yet fun dinner theater is Norfolk Island’s newest interactive show and a great way to learn about Norfolk’s history. The cast of actors will take you on an entertaining journey back in time. The Commandant’s stories about the notorious Convict Settlements on Norfolk Island will have you enthralled. During the evening, hear how the convicts were treated by sadists and reformers alike. Listen to a chilling recall of one of the infamous rebellions. Then marvel at how the Commandants and their families adapted to life in a Norfolk Island penal colony, recreating a little piece of England in the Pacific. Explore their great challenges, impressive successes and shameful secrets. It’s a three course dinner using local produce (when available) in keeping with traditional English fare to compliment the theatrical setting. Hearty, wholesome, British tucker fit for a Commandant and his good lady wife – fortunately prepared by free men in a modern kitchen not a poor convict over a wood stove! The Commandants Dinner and Show begins 6:30pm on Wednesdays at Paradise Hotel. Cash bar available.

Day 5:   Thursday 10 October 2024 (B,D)

Activities: Gardeners Delight (incl Transfers)  9.00AM
The gardens of Bounty Mutineer Descendants. This personalised tour will take you on a journey behind the scenes to experience a market garden complete with a flower garden and an orchard. A secluded old Island home surrounded by the most amazing gardens, these gardens are irrigated by a hand dug well which was dug in the convict era. The next stop is the labour of love garden which is inspirational. You will also visit the picturesque gardens with amazing views. Morning tea will be served at scenic location. These four amazing gardens are exclusive to Baunti Escapes. These gardens have been well received by gardening Australia.

Activities: Baunti Island Fish Fry (incl Transfers)   5.00PM
The Baunti Island Fish Fry is another must-do on your Norfolk Island visit. You will have an eagle-eyed view of the tiny crescent-shaped beach and the magnificent spread of ocean stretching to the far horizon. The beautifully set tables will delight you – it’s the most glamorous picnic you will ever attend! Scrumptiously fresh, local fish is prepared the local way and accompanied with a range of seasonal island dishes including those passed down from our Polynesian fore-mothers. This extends even to dessert. Our feast kicks off with entertainment, by a local singer and Tahitian-style dancers. We feel sorry for poor old La Perouse – he missed out on so much! But don’t you – come ‘long for ucklun’ on the Baunti Island Fish Fry. Here, you’ll be perched like an angel, between heaven and earth!

Day 6:   Friday 11 October 2024   (B)

Activities: Breakfast Bushwalk (incl Transfers) 7.15AM
The Breakfast Bushwalk is a relaxed ramble through one of our many National Park trails. Your local guide can help you identify local grasses, ferns, shrubs and trees as well as bird species. Tour departs 7:15am

Activities: Convict Kingston Tour (incl Transfers) 1.00PM
On the Convict Kingston Tour you’ll learn about World Heritage Listed Kingston. You’ll hear about our first settlers, the Polynesians who came 900 years ago. And gain an insight into our First and second settlements as well as the facts and legends associated with each. After that you’ll learn how Norfolk became home to the descendants of the infamous Bounty mutiny. Walk through the historic cemetery. Refreshments Provided.

  Day 7:  Saturday 12 October 2024 (B, D)

Activities: Cyclorama (Walking distance from accommodation) 10am
Based on an art form made popular in the 1800’s, the Cyclorama is one of Norfolk’s most popular attractions. Here’s a few reasons to add this one to your Norfolk Island itinerary. Firstly, it brings to life the history of the Bounty mutiny and the Norfolk Island people. Secondly, it is one of only a small number of paintings of this type in the world. The stunning 360° panoramic painting surrounds you with impressive and realistic artwork. Above all, the Cyclorama has won multiple Tourism Awards and comes highly ranked on TripAdvisor. It really is an amazing experience with the ‘wow’ factor!

Activities: Homestead Restaurant – 3 Course Dinner with Beverage (incl Transfers) 6.45PM
The Homestead is set in a 1930’s island home on Norfolk Island and has been in the Menghetti family for 37 years. Kurt and Jill Menghetti opened its doors as the Homestead Restaurant in October 2019.  The team pairs simple ingredients with the elemental technique of cooking over embers to enhance the contemporary dining experience. At the heart of the kitchen is the wood fueled Argentinian Perilla grill engineered by Kurt’s dad.  The menu is designed around cooking over embers to intensify and develop the depth of flavour of the seasonal local produce, meat and seafood found on Norfolk Island.

The Homestead is situated on the western side of Norfolk Island adjacent to the 100 Acre Forest and giant Morten Bay figs. 100 Acre farm is a working farm that produces beef and vegetables commercially. The Homestead embraces the farm to plate philosophy as well as sourcing line caught fish from Norfolk’s’ clean wild waters.

Day 8:   Sunday 13 October 2024  (B)
By Air:   Norfolk Island (NSW) – Sydney
14:25 PM               Depart Norfolk Island (NSW) on Qantas flight QF180
4.15 PM               Arrive Sydney

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