MONDAY 27 APRIL

Our journey begins with a mid afternoon departure from Melbourne to Brisbane on Qantas, where we’ll spend the night before our Norfolk adventure starts tomorrow. Dinner is included this evening.

Meals: (D) 

TUESDAY 28 APRIL

After a short transfer from Brisbane Airport Hotel to the International Terminal, we’ll board our Qantas flight to Norfolk Island, enjoying a light lunch and refreshments onboard. Upon arrival, we’ll be greeted by Pinetree Tours and transferred to the newly renovated South Pacific Resort, our home for the next nine nights. Set on five acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, this conveniently located hotel is Norfolk Island’s largest, just a short walk to Burnt Pine’s main shopping area and a brief drive to historic Kingston. The afternoon is yours to relax and explore the resort before our welcome dinner at Hilli’s.

Overnight: South Pacific Resort Hotel |   Meals: (B, L, D) 

WEDNESDAY 29 APRIL

After breakfast, embark on a Half-Day Island Orientation Tour, giving you a great overview of the island’s geography and highlights. We’ll visit historic Kingston, the beautiful Emily Bay, the Cascade region, and other significant sites while learning about Norfolk Island’s fascinating history and culture from our local guide. Morning tea is included.

Afterwards, we’ll head to Fletcher’s Mutiny Cyclorama, where you can walk inside a 360-degree panoramic painting that vividly illustrates Norfolk Island’s unique history and connection to the “Mutiny on the Bounty.” The incredible 3D effect and immersive soundscape make this a memorable experience.

After a relaxing afternoon at leisure, tonight we’ll participate in the Norfolk Island Ghost Tour & Dinner. We begin with a delicious dinner in a beautiful Georgian building, then grab a lantern and wander through the historic Kingston Ruins, hearing eerie stories and legends from the island’s dark past. 

Overnight: South Pacific Resort Hotel |  Meals: (B, D)

THURSDAY 30 APRIL

After breakfast, embark on the Over the Cattlestops Tour to explore Norfolk Island’s local industries and meet skilled artisans. We’ll have the opportunity to taste and purchase unique handcrafted products, including pottery and soft drinks, with a scenic morning tea stop to enjoy the island’s natural beauty.

The afternoon is free for leisure or a spot of shopping.

This evening, we will get together to celebrate a Norfolk Island dinner favourite, The Island Fish Fry. Get ready for a night of delicious food, live music, and stunning views on Norfolk Island!

For over 40 years, this incredible event has been serving up a feast of local dishes, salads, and homemade coconut bread, all topped off with mouth-watering fried fish that will leave you wanting more.

But the food is just the beginning – the real magic happens as the sun sets over the stunning coastal scenery.

Overnight: South Pacific Resort Hotel  |  Meals: (B, D)

FRIDAY 01 MAY

Morning at leisure for golf, swim at Emily Bay or a spot of shopping.

In the early afternoon, join the Convict Settlement Tour for an in-depth exploration of the Kingston and Arthur’s Vale Historic Area (KAVHA), a World Heritage-listed Georgian settlement. Our expert guides will share the captivating history of Polynesians, convicts, and Pitcairn Islanders as we visit colonial headstones, historic houses on Quality Row, the New Gaol ruins, the Pier Store, the Boat Shed, and the Crank Mill. Enjoy a lovely afternoon tea to conclude the tour.

Tonight, we’ll experience the Night as a Convict Dinner, where guests can dress in convict suits and join the Commandant for an evening of fun, feasting, singing, and dancing. Just bring your sense of humour—outfits are provided!

Overnight: South Pacific Resort Hotel |  Meals: (B, D)

SATURDAY 02 MAY

The Breakfast Bushwalk & Clifftop BBQ offers two routes to suit everyone. For a gentle stroll, explore the tranquil Palm Glen Reserve. Those looking for a more active experience can take a 3.5 km walk through scenic Mt. Bates—the island’s highest point—to the historic Captain Cook Monument, marking Captain James Cook’s landing in 1774 and providing stunning coastal views. We’ll finish our walk with a delicious clifftop BBQ breakfast at Anson Bay.

In the afternoon, we will visit the Pitcairn Settlers Village, where Charles and Kim Christian-Bailey will welcome you to their remarkable 13-acre homestead, which has been continuously owned by their family since its settlement by Charles’ great-great-grandparents. We’ll gain an in-depth knowledge of the Pitcairn Settlers and the Bailey family while touring the 1879 family homestead. Learn about farming innovations, visit the oldest working forge in the Pacific, and explore stunning gardens—all while travelling on the island’s first tour bus, a 1928 Model A Ford truck.

Dinner will be at The Homestead.

Overnight: South Pacific Resort Hotel | Meals: (B, D)

SUNDAY 03 MAY

Day at leisure. Visit the Sunday Market.

Dinner will be at Hilli Restaurant, where the word ‘hilli’ describes a delightful feeling of drowsiness after a satisfying meal. Weather permitting, we’ll dine in the courtyard gardens, surrounded by stunning Poinciana trees, vibrant hibiscus flowers, and other native plants.

Overnight: South Pacific Resort Hotel | Meals: (B, D)

MONDAY 04 MAY

Today we will be joining a 4WD Adventure Tour. The group will be split up into a morning (9 am) and afternoon (1 pm) tour. The 3-hour tour will provide authentic insights into Norfolk’s unexplored valleys, ridges, coastlines, and private properties featuring spectacular scenery, native flora, and birdlife that are only accessible by 4WD. Morning or Afternoon tea is included along the way at a beautiful Island Home.

This evening we enjoy the Progressive Dinner, a one-of-a-kind experience where we visit local family homes for a three-course meal, each course in a different home. This engaging tour offers wonderful food, fun, and captivating stories from our hosts, giving you a true taste of Norfolk Island’s community and culture.

Overnight: South Pacific Resort Hotel | Meals: (B,D)

TUESDAY 05 MAY

Spend the morning at leisure.

In the afternoon we will indulge in the Taste of Norfolk Tour. Here you will meet first hand some passionate local producers. Meet a local salt maker, making sea salt from the pristine oceans that surround our beautiful island and taste our local beef. Enjoy a cooking demonstration with tasting of traditional dishes handed down by our Tahitian foremothers and taste the local green banana fritters. Have a look at the beginning of a tea industry. Norfolk tea has a beautiful blend of teas to taste. Iced Berry, Earl Grey and Masala Chai, just to name a few. Visit a local bee keeper where you will view flow hives and learn about local honey bees as well as a tasting of local honey and fruit.

Dinner is at the South Pacific Resort Hotel, followed by a Sound and Light Show in the evening.

Prepare to be mesmerised by this must-see experience that will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the island’s history. Immerse yourself in the captivating and spine-chilling tales of the island’s past and witness firsthand the stories of the brave souls who lived through the dark and terrifying decades of the island’s convict history. This immersive experience will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the island’s history that you’ll cherish forever.

Overnight: South Pacific Resort Hotel | Meals: (B, D)

WEDNESDAY 06 MAY

After breakfast, we’ll visit “Out Yenna”, the home of the renowned author of 24 books Colleen McCullough, who lived on Norfolk Island for 36 years. Guided through her property, we’ll see her magnificent home and collection of artefacts from her travels, offering a glimpse into her life.

The afternoon is free for leisure—consider shopping in town or enjoying the stunning beach at Emily Bay.

We conclude with our farewell dinner at Governor’s Lodge, a beautifully restored island home offering à la carte Australian cuisine and historic ambiance.

Overnight: South Pacific Resort Hotel | Meals: (B, D)

THURSDAY 07 MAY

This morning is at leisure however the hotel will provide lunch before we depart Norfolk Island for a mid-afternoon flight back to Melbourne via Brisbane arriving at approximately 10 pm at Melbourne Airport.

Meals: (B, L, D)