Sunshine & Gold Coast 9 Day Tour - Sunday 25 July to Monday 2 August 2021 - Southern Star Coaches
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Sunshine
& Gold Coast
9 Day Tour
Itinerary Sunday 25 July to Monday 2 August 2021
DAY 1: Sunday 25 July Sydney to Coffs Harbour
This morning we greet our friendly coach captain and tour escort from Southern
Star Coaches and depart on our 9-day tour to the Sunshine Cost and Gold
Coast Tour. Leaving Sydney, we can relax, settle into our comfy seats and take
in the views from the coach. Our lunch break today is in Forster and then this
afternoon we continue our journey, passing by Port Macquarie and Kempsey.
On arrival in Coffs Harbour we check into our motel for the night and meet
again over dinner.
ACCOMMODATION Country 2 Coast Motor Inn
MEALS Lunch at Forster Bowling Club, dinner in Motel
Sunshine & Gold Coast
9 Day Tour
DAY 2: Monday 26 July Coffs Harbour to the Sunshine Coast
Following breakfast, we continue north along the Pacific Highway, making our
way to Duranbah, and Tropical Fruit World. This is an Agri-tourist destination
growing the largest range of tropical and rare fruit in the world. The plantation
is situated on the rim of the largest extinct volcano in the Southern Hemisphere
and offers breathtaking views of the Tweed Valley and McPherson Ranges.
Within sight are three world heritage National Parks containing some of the best
rainforest scenery in Australia.
The Plantation grows more than 500 kinds of tropical fruit & nuts, and today we
explore the plantation with a tour guide on a Plantation Safari. The guided tour
is a journey through orchards where some of the world’s weirdest and most
wonderful fruit varieties are grown. We learn why this unique location, nestled
on the edge of the volcanic caldera of Wollumbin is so special, as we enjoy
lunch right here on this beautiful Tweed farm.
The last leg of our journey today sees us expressing north, bypassing Brisbane
and travelling onto the Sunshine Coast and our base for the next 3 nights in
Caloundra.
ACCOMMODATION Oasis Resort Caloundra
MEALS Breakfast & dinner in Motel, lunch at Tropical Fruit World
Image courtesy Tourism Australia
DAY 3: Tuesday 27 July Caloundra & Australia Zoo
Enjoy some free time this morning before we join Caloundra Cruises for a
morning tea cruise and explore this local area. We’ll experience superb vistas
across Bribie Island National Park, pristine sandy bays, abundant bird life and
gain a wonderful insight into the area’s rich seafaring history. Back on dry land
our lunch is at Pelican Waters Tavern.
No holiday to this area would be complete without a visit to Australia Zoo –
home, of course, to the late Steve Irwin, the “Crocodile Hunter”. Australia Zoo
has a reputation for conservation work, due mainly to the popularity of the
documentary series “The Crocodile Hunter”. Many millions of dollars have been
invested in the park so that it is an ever changing and growing attraction. There
are many scheduled demonstrations during the afternoon and the chance to be
photographed with a giant python. A people mover is available to access the
various parts of the park. At a pre-arranged time, we’ll drive back to the resort
for some free time before dinner.
ACCOMMODATION Oasis Resort Caloundra
MEALS Breakfast & dinner in Motel, lunch at Pelican Waters Tavern
Sunshine & Gold Coast
9 Day Tour
DAY 4: Wednesday 28 July The Eumundi Markets
We’re lucky enough to be here on a Saturday so, after breakfast, we’ll head off
to the famous Eumundi Markets. The twice weekly street markets held in the
small village of Eumundi are as popular with the locals as they are with visitors
to the Sunshine Coast. The town itself is very attractive – the main street is
tree lined and features many fine examples of buildings that were constructed
between 1890 and 1930. The market operates on Wednesday and Saturday
mornings – “rail, hail or shine”! 300 stalls of various handcrafts and produce are
controlled by a strict market policy – you can sell your goods if you “can make
it, bake it, sew it or grow it”. As a result a very high quality of original product is
on offer. We will spend the morning at the markets and have some free time to
explore the village.
Late morning, we make our way to Yandina to visit Australia’s only Ginger
Factory where we view the audio visual display tracing the life of ginger from
planting to final use, see ginger growing in the patch and then look at the
factory from the observation deck to see production. We will have lunch
here before we also take a ride on the Ginger train, and visit the Gingertown
shops or stroll through the landscaped gardens. Just across the road is the
Macadamia Factory just in case you’d like to stock up! We return to the resort –
relax or perhaps make use of some of the resort’s facilities.
ACCOMMODATION Oasis Resort Caloundra
MEALS Breakfast & dinner in Motel, lunch at Ginger Factory
Image courtesy Tourism Australia
DAY 5: Thursday 29 July Sunshine Coast to Gold Coast
Today we depart the Sunshine coast and head south to the Gold Coast and
arrive late morning at Sea World, the first of many world class theme parks
located on “the Coast.” There is so much to see and do. The program for the
day will be provided on arrival so be sure to take note of the things you want to
see –Shark Bay, Polar Bear Shores, Shark Attack, the Dolphin Nursery Pool and
much more. Access to all parts of the Park is easy via the Sea World Monorail.
Next stop is Skypoint, the world’s second tallest residential building. We’ll
take one of the fastest elevators in the world to the 77th floor and take in the
brilliant views from the observation deck. More than just awesome views, the
observation deck also has a theatrette with a short presentation on the history
of the Gold Coast. From here we travel to the southern part of the Gold Coast
and check into the Mantra Twin Towns Resort.
ACCOMMODATION Mantra Twin Towns Resort
MEALS Breakfast & dinner in Motel, lunch at Seaworld
Image courtesy Tourism Australia
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9 Day Tour
DAY 6: Friday 30 July “The Gold Coast”
Our breakfast this morning is a little unusual as we head to the Currumbin
Wildlife Sanctuary to enjoy Breakfast with the Birds. The sanctuary is home to
over 1400 birds, mammals and reptiles. We then have some time to experience
the program on offer, like feeding the wild lorikeets or perhaps boarding the
miniature steam train for “Kangaroo Crossing” and coming face to face with
kangaroos and wallabies. We have the rest of the day at leisure to further explore
the Tweed Heads and Coolangatta area or maybe enjoy a little bit of retail therapy.
Early evening, we leave the hotel and make our way to the Australian Outback
Spectacular. There is no place on earth like the Australian Outback... and
no show on earth like the new Australian Outback Spectacular show called
Heartland. Enjoy the all new story with true Australian characters, Reg and
Marge, who are battling a severe five-year drought on their farm. This heart
touching story will resonate with many as it delves into real world struggles that
many Aussie farmers are dealing with today. With the help from some unlikely
characters, and friendships that will last a lifetime, the pair overcomes the harsh
realities of life in the Australian Outback. Prepare to embark on a vivid, spectacular
and emotional ride into the heart of the Australian bush under the iconic red roof
with a delicious three course dinner. Australia’s favourite dinner and show is more
than a night out – it’s an experience steeped in courage, tradition and daring
Australian spirit. What a fabulous night!
ACCOMMODATION Mantra Twin Towns Resort
MEALS Lunch at own expense, Breakfast with the Birds at
Currumbin and dinner at Outback Spectacular
Images courtesy Tourism Australia
DAY 7: Saturday 31 July The Tweed River
Following our late night, we can enjoy a relaxed breakfast before heading to the
Tweed Marina and board our Tweed River cruise – watch the world go by as
we cruise through sugar cane fields, tangled mangroves, farmed hills, forested
mountains and sub-tropical rainforest. We’ll enjoy historical commentary from
our Captain and the amazing bird of prey feeding as well as lunch. Enjoy a
relaxing afternoon back at the hotel before our final dinner on the Gold Coast.
ACCOMMODATION Mantra Twin Towns Resort
MEALS Breakfast & dinner in Motel, lunch on cruise
DAY 8: Sunday 1 August The Gold Coast to Port Macquarie
We join the Highway this morning and travel to Byron Bay for our morning
break. We stop at Cape Byron which is Australia’s most Easterly point. Here
we can take a look at the lighthouse precinct and take in the wonderful views
along the coast. Our lunch stop today is in Maclean at the Maclean Bowling
Club and this afternoon we re-trace our steps along the highway to Port
Macquarie for our final night of the tour.
ACCOMMODATION Waters Edge Port Macquarie
MEALS Breakfast & dinner in Motel, lunch at Maclean Bowling Club
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9 Day Tour
DAY 9: Monday 2 August Return to Sydney
This morning we board the coach and travel our last leg of the tour. We stop
along the way for convenience stops and to purchase lunch, then arrive back in
Sydney late afternoon.
MEALS Breakfast in Motel, lunch at own expense
Information
All of our Tours are fully escorted with driver and hostess.
Tour cost (per person) Southern Star Tours provides a chauffeured “door to door” pick up service
$2,987 (twin share) from your place of residence to meet the coach and return for passengers
$753 single supplement residing in the Sydney metropolitan area*. We provide a chauffeured pick
up from Sydney airport to your hotel, and return service for passengers
Deposit required by: 24 May 2021
travelling from interstate, and we provide a V/line credit for Victorian
regional passengers.
Further information Tour costs are based on a minimum 30 people travelling, should there be less
To enquire about this tour than 30 people travelling per tour passengers will be offered the opportunity to
please contact our office on pay a revised costing, or cancel their booking.
(03) 9598 1354 or email Southern Star Coaches reserves the right to cancel any tour due to insufficient
info@southernstarcoaches.com.au numbers.
All itineraries are subject to change due to occasional restrictions in opening
times/days of some attractions, e.g. churches, wineries etc. We cannot be held
responsible for any changes due to closures, inclement weather etc.
This complete itinerary is to be read in conjunction with the Southern Star
Coaches ‘Booking Form’ together with the ‘Terms & Conditions’.
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Southern Star Coaches
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P.O Box 347 Sandringham Vic 3191
Telephone: 03 9598 1354
www.southernstarcoaches.com.au
* Chauffeured pick-up and drop-off service applies for transfers within a 20 kilometre radius of the departure point, pick-ups/drop-offs outside this
radius may incur an additional cost.
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