Tour 2 - 7 DAY FULLY INCLUSIVE TOUR 7th November - 13th November, 2020 - O'Shannessy's Quality Tours
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Tour 2 7 DAY FULLY INCLUSIVE TOUR 7th November - 13th November, 2020
Tour 2
SATURDAY 7TH NOVEMBER TO FRIDAY 13TH NOVEMBER, 2020
Escape the hustle and bustle of mainland life to this idyllic island.
Enjoy stunning scenery and wonderful walks exploring the natural beauty first hand
and see the unique birdlife that inhabit this special place.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Chase ‘n’ Thyme Island Tour Ron's Ramble Walking Tour
North Head Cave Erscott's Hole
North Bay Little Island
Mt Eliza Mt Gower
Old Gluch Ned’s Beach
Herring Pools Plenty of relaxation time
CRUISES MULTIPLE NIGHT STAYS
Island Cruise aboard “Lulawai” 6 nights on Lord Howe Island
North Bay Cruise aboard "Adventure One”
Coral Viewing with Environmental Tours
FLIGHT SMALL GRP BOAT COACH
As a thank you for travelling with O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours, you will automatically
receive a saving on the total tour price for your second and subsequent tours.
O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours will match single travellers who wish to twin share with
another single traveller of the same gender. However, if this is not possible, you shall be
provided with single accommodation at the twin share fare (no additional cost).
TOUR INCLUSIONS Complimentary chauffeur driven transfers. Pick up from and return to your home from Greater Melbourne, Bendigo, Torquay, Ballarat, Geelong, the Bellarine and Mornington Peninsulas, selected areas of Gippsland and Phillip Island. Flights. Qantas flight from Melbourne to Sydney and Domestic Qantas Link flight to Lord Howe Island. Qantas Link return flight from Lord Howe to Sydney, Qantas flight from Sydney to Melbourne. Quality Touring. Sightseeing on Lord Howe Island is in a local small bus with local driver guides. Tour Director. Your O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours tour director will join you from Melbourne Airport to assist with check in and to ensure your travel experience is memorable. Quality Accommodation. Comfortable ensuited apartments Attractions. All tours and interest venues and cruises as per itinerary. Meals. Full cooked breakfasts, and two course restaurant dinners daily, and most lunches - 5 lunches at your own expense as per itinerary. Small Group Tour. Maximum of 18 participants. TOUR COSTS Twin Share Room: $5,295 per person Twin Share Repeat Traveller 2 - 10 Tours: $5,245 per person Twin Share Repeat Traveller 11 - 20 Tours: $5,220 per person Twin Share Repeat Traveller 21+ Tours: $5,195 per person Single Room Supplement: $ 480 per person
DAY 1 Saturday 7th November, 2020
MELBOURNE TO LORD HOWE ISLAND
With chauffeured pickup from home, we are taken to Tullamarine Airport for our flight
via Sydney to connect with our flight to Lord Howe Island. Upon our arrival we are
transferred to our accommodation where we will meet our hosts, Anthony and Judy and
settle in for the next 6 nights. Tonight we will enjoy a slide show followed by dinner at a
local restaurant.
Lunch at own arrangements and cost / Refreshments on flight
OVERNIGHT: Leanda Lei Apartments, LORD HOWE ISLAND
DAY 2 Sunday 8th November, 2020
SIGHT SEEING AND ISLAND CRUISE
This morning after our breakfast, we will get a feel for this unique island. The group will
be split into two with one group going with hosts Janine and Peter on the Chase ‘n’
Thyme Tour for a fun and informal bus tour of Lord Howe Island’s more interesting
nooks and crannies. Janine is a fifth generation islander - her Great Grandfather was
American whaler, Nathan Chase Thompson who settled on the island in the 1850’s.
Peter was the island’s Post Master. He has had a number of his photos and stories
published as well as writing a book on the island’s history. We will learn more on this
three hour tour, than if we spent a week searching things out by ourselves! The second
group will view the island the way it was discovered - from the sea. On our two hour
Island Cruise aboard “Lulawai” we will view North Head Cave and cruise along the
magnificent volcanic cliffs and spectacular mountain bases.
We pass close by the Admiralty Islands with the thousands of sea birds which nest
there. Whilst on board, crew members will point out landmarks, native wildlife as well as
answer any questions we may have about beautiful Lord Howe Island. This afternoon we
will take part in the alternative activity to what was enjoyed this morning. We will later
regroup and enjoy dinner together at a local restaurant.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement
OVERNIGHT: Leanda Lei Apartments, LORD HOWE ISLAND
DAY 3 Monday 9th November, 2020
SIGHTSEEING THE NORTH BAY
After breakfast we explore the northern aspects of the Island, viewing fish and coral of
the world’s most Southern Coral Reef, as we cruise slowly to the beautiful North Bay.
We drift over the wreck of the “Favourite” on our purpose built vessel “Adventure One”
and can enjoy turtle spotting of the Green and Hawks Bill turtles through the boat’s glass
bottom. We will be joined by a 6th generation islander who will provide us with
historical commentary and for the adventurous, we can use the snorkel gear on board to
snorkel the wreck below. While at North Bay we are able to view the area in different
ways - some may wish to take a short climb up Mt Eliza with its panoramic views, some
may walk to the Old Gluch and Herring Pools, perhaps view the sea bird rookery, or just
sit and laze the day away. Upon returning to our accommodation we have time to
freshen up before being treated to dinner at a local restaurant.
OVERNIGHT: Leanda Lei Apartments, LORD HOWE ISLAND
DAY 4 Tuesday 10th November, 2020
RON’S RAMBLE WALKING TOUR
This morning we have free time to explore the island at our own leisure. After lunch we
join local resident Ron and hear his boundless knowledge of Lord Howe Island as we take
a relaxed 3km Environmental History walk with him. We pass through lovely forests, a
mutton-bird rookery, see cliff top views, giant banyans, the valley of shadows, clear place
and Balls Pyramid. We start from the much younger land forms where most of the
islands residents live and roam into more ancient areas. The reason why Lord Howe is
slowly disappearing will be explained and why its sister islands have long gone. This is a
great island introduction as we learn about the palm and tourist industry, flora, bush
tucker and medicine, birds, volcanic history, snippets of colourful local history and more.
This afternoon before dinner in a local restaurant, we are treated to a historical film in
the local hall.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement
OVERNIGHT: Leanda Lei Apartments, LORD HOWE ISLAND
DAY 5 Wednesday 11th November, 2020
CORAL VIEWING
This morning we enjoy a cruise that will cater for everyone, experiencing Lord Howe
Island’s World Heritage marine environment on board a glass bottom boat. We can
either sit in comfort while we view the marine paradise below us, or snorkel Erscott’s
Hole and be amazed at the island’s incredible marine biodiversity. We will be able to
observe a natural feeding event that will attract some of the reefs larger and more exotic
fish species. The tour operates within the sheltered waters of the lagoon, and snorkelling
equipment is provided if you would like to take part. The tour is guided by a local Marine
Dive Master who will talk us through the diverse environment in the lagoon. This
afternoon we have free time to explore at leisure or just relax at our accommodation.
Tonight we enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
Lunch at own expense and arrangement
OVERNIGHT: Leanda Lei Apartments, LORD HOWE ISLAND
DAY 6 Thursday 12th November, 2020
MOUNTAINS TOUR
This morning, we walk to Little Island with Ron Ramble. He will take us to the fascinating
mountainous end of the Island to begin a 1km level stroll to the base of the mountains.
Here, we see Little Island and where the lagoon’s reef comes to its southern end. Rock
was obtained from here for the building of the airstrip and it is the start to the Mt Gower
walk, where Woodhens are often seen. After a rest to enjoy the views and a photo or
two, we stroll back and join our guide Ron for lunch. What better way to enjoy a day,
a nice walk, food and company. This afternoon we spend exploring the incredible
underwater life and relaxing on the white sand of Ned’s Beach. Tonight we enjoy our last
evening meal together at a local restaurant.
OVERNIGHT: Leanda Lei Apartments, LORD HOWE ISLAND
DAY 7 Friday 13th November, 2020
LORD HOWE ISLAND TO MELBOURNE
We have some free time this morning for a leisurely last minute stroll down to the
Museum, or perhaps a walk through Steven’s Reserve. We enjoy lunch before we travel
to the Lord Howe Airport for our return flight home via Sydney and then onto
Melbourne. At Tullamarine our chauffeurs will await our arrival to return us safely home,
with memories of a fascinating and rewarding tour.
Lunch at own arrangements and cost / Refreshments on flight
To maximize your experience on Lord Howe Island, you will need to be fit and able to
navigate the uneven surfaces under foot. Walking frames are not recommended.
PAYMENT AND CANCELLATION POLICY
Payment of funds confirms your acceptance of O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours conditions
of travel for this tour. Prices include GST and all taxes.
Balance due on invoice approximately 60 days prior to departure.
Deposit is non-refundable.
Cancellation within 60 days or less of tour departure date No Refund
On or after tour date departure No Refund
Travel Insurance is not compulsory, however is highly recommended and available
from our office. Contact us on 1800 354 352 to arrange a quote for you.
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relaxed atmosphere, where fellow travellers become new found friends.
CONDITIONS OF TRAVEL
Any special passenger requirements must be notified to O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours upon booking.
No passenger will be permitted to embark on or continue the tour while their physical or mental condition
is, in the opinion of any representative of O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours, such as to render them incapable
of caring for themselves, or whereby they become objectionable to other passengers, or they become a
hazard to themselves or other passengers. Whilst on tour with O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours should a
passenger require medical attention, discharge papers must be provided to a representative of
O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours before you are able to re-join the tour.
O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours will not be responsible for expenses resulting in such persons being
precluded from completing the tour for any such reason. No refunds or transfers will be given on any
unused portions of the itinerary.
It is a requirement of O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours that each passenger is able to negotiate coach steps
without the aid of the coach crew or other passengers.
Any passenger who requires assistance for any of the above is required to travel with a companion
capable of providing all necessary assistance.
Passengers who are smokers, have a CPAP machine or snore, unless travelling with a companion, will be
required to pay the single supplement premium for the sole use of a room.
Items of a personal nature such as medical expenses, mini bar, beverages, laundry service, room service,
internet usage, telephone calls, and any optional extras are not included in your tour price.
All passengers are required to co-operate with the seat rotation program determined by O’Shannessy’s
Quality Tours tour directors.
O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours reserves the right to vary any accommodation, price or other features of the
tour at any time at their own discretion.
Toll Free: 1800 354 352
O’Shannessy’s Quality Tours
www.oshannessys.com.au 2121 Point Nepean Road, Rye Vic 3941 enquiries@oshannessys.com.au
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