DAY 1  SUN 17 JAN

ARRIVE NORFOLK ISLAND (L/D)

Check-in at Sydney International Airport for your flight to Norfolk Island. Meet your tour leader, Graham Ross at the departure gate. On arrival at Norfolk Island we’ll transfer to our hotel, Castaway Norfolk Island, conveniently located in the heart of Burnt Pine. A light lunch will be served. Welcome Dinner included tonight

Accommodation: Castaway, Norfolk Island

DAY 2  MON 18 JAN

DISCOVER NORFOLK ISLAND (B/L)

This morning we drive to Mt Pitt, the highest point of Norfolk Island, followed by a guided tour and morning tea in the Botanic Gardens. Lunch is included today. This afternoon relish in Norfolk Island’s rich cultural history. From Polynesian foremothers, Bounty Mutineer forefathers through to seafaring settlers from across the globe. Learn about the island steeped in history, hear the local language and traditions passed down through the generations. Sample some traditional seasonal dishes and try your hand at weaving.

Accommodation: Castaway, Norfolk Island

DAY 3  TUE 19 JAN

FLETCHER'S MUTINY CYCLORAMA (B) 

Soak in the calming aromas of a nearby Lavender Farm this morning. Learn about the challenges of importing plants into the island and which of the 15 different lavender varieties they planted, work best. This afternoon visit Fletcher's Mutiny Cyclorama, the stunning panoramic painting surrounds you and brings to life the history of the Bounty mutiny and the Norfolk Island people. 

Accommodation: Castaway, Norfolk Island

DAY 4  WED 20 JAN

COLLEEN MCCULLOUGH'S HOME (B)

World-renowned author, Colleen McCullough, called Norfolk Island home for almost 36 years. She and her husband, Ric Robinson, created a luxurious hideaway where Colleen wrote some of her most powerful titles including “Tim”, “The Thornbirds” and “Morgan’s Run”. We’ll visit their magnificent home, filled with priceless collections of artefacts gathered from all over the world. Pitcairn Settlers Village this afternoon showcases the proud history of the Pitcairn Island Settlers. Walk through the gracious Bailey homestead and gardens, barn, dairy and out-buildings. The Museum is filled with items of nostalgic and historic interest including the oldest working forge in the Pacific.

Accommodation: Castaway, Norfolk Island

DAY 5  THU 21 JAN

KINGSTON (B/D)

Gentle early walk through the Hundred Acre Reserve with terns spiralling above the pine tree canopy. Photograph the iconic avenue of century old Moreton Bay fig trees before heading to Captain Cook's Memorial Park for a BBQ breakfast. Afternoon visit to UNESCO Heritage Listed Kingston with fine museums, including the Sirius Museum. The HMS Sirius anchor was recovered off Slaughter Bay. Visit No.10 Quality Row Research Centre, the Commissariat Store with its collection of original artefacts. A typical Sunset Cliff Top Fish Fry for dinner tonight. Fresh fish are prepared the local way and accompanied with a feast of island dishes.

Accommodation: Castaway, Norfolk Island

DAY 6  FRI 22 JAN

CRUISE EMILY BAY (B/D) 

Morning cruise within the lagoons of Emily Bay and Slaughter Bay. Norfolk Island’s coral reef attracts a diversity of marine life, beautiful coral gardens and colourful fish in crystal clear waters of the lagoon. The afternoon is your to enjoy. Progressive dinner tonight, a roving three course meal served in some lovely homes; a great way to meet the locals. Meet descendants of the Bounty Mutineers and hear their stories.

Accommodation: Castaway, Norfolk Island

DAY 7  SAT 23 JAN

KINGSTON (B/D)

Free morning or enjoy some ‘Duty-Free’ shopping in Burnt Pine’s town centre. Next stop is UNESCO Heritage Listed Kingston. Learn about the first settlers, the Polynesians who came 900 years ago. The Kingston and Arthur’s Vale Historic Area is one of Australia’s premier heritage sites, a living showcase of Polynesian, convict and Pitcairn history. This site contributes to the life, the identity and the culture of the Norfolk Island community. Picturesque with Georgian buildings and evocative ruins. Farewell Dinner will be served at ‘The Homestead’, adjacent to the 100 acre forest of historic giant Moreton Bay fig trees. It's a working farm embracing the ‘paddock to plate’ philosophy as well as sourcing line-caught wild fish from the clean wild waters. 

Accommodation: Castaway, Norfolk Island

DAY 8  SUN 24 JAN

NORFOLK ISLAND TO HOME (B)

Free morning before we transfer to the airport for your homeward flight.