8 Day Foodies in the Pines Escorted Tour

Travel: 2 – 9 November 2024

Inclusions:

• Return economy airfares from Brisbane to Norfolk Island with Qantas
• Return airfare transfers
• 7 nights’ accommodation in a One Bedroom Cabin with Balcony at Governor’s Lodge
• 7 cooked breakfasts, 1 high tea ,4 lunches including 1 Mystery Invite-only Dining Experience,7 dinners including 1 Mystery Invite-only Dining Experience
• 9 tours
• Services of a dedicated Tour Leader
• Full programme of daily touring, activity and entertainment

Package Highlights:

• 2 Mystery Invite-only Dining Experiences on Norfolk Island
• Meet locals at Sunday market
• Island Life Coach Tour
• Progressive Dinner
• The Natural Wonders of Norfolk Island Tour
• Taste of Norfolk Tour
• Lavender Farm Tour and Lunch
• Scenic Beachside BBQ Dinner with entertainment
• Island Culture Tour and Lunch
• Island Fish Fry
• Captain Cook Monument & Lookout
• Bailey’s Tea Party
• Night as a Convict
• Dinners at popular restaurants – Homestead & Hillis restaurant

Tour Itinerary:
(B = breakfast, T = morning or afternoon tea, L = lunch, D = dinner)

Day 1 – Saturday 02 November 2024: Brisbane to Norfolk Island (D)
This morning, meet your dedicated guide at Brisbane International Airport before taking a Qantas flight to picturesque Norfolk Island. Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your accommodation for the next seven nights. Tonight, savour a delightful 2-course à la carte dinner at The Homestead restaurant, located in a 1930s island home adjacent to Hundred Acre Reserve and the giant Morten Bay Figs.

Day 2 – Sunday 03 November 2024: Markets & Mystery Invite-only Dining Experiences on Norfolk Island (B,L,D)
Head to the markets this morning after breakfast to enjoy local arts and crafts and mingle with locals. After this, embark on a special lunch and dinner adventure with our mystery invite-only experiences. Join us at a secret location where you'll enjoy delicious surprises curated by our chef.

Day 3 – Monday 04 November 2024: Island Life & Progressive Dinner (B,T,L,D)
Begin your morning after breakfast with the Island Life Tour. You will spend a delightful day touring Norfolk Island, gaining a true insight into the intricate nature of modern island life. Morning tea and lunch will be included in this tour. Tonight, enjoy a 3-course meal progressing to different Norfolk Island family homes. A fun night and a great way of meeting the local people and sampling island dishes.

Day 4 – Tuesday 05 November 2024: Nature & A Taste of Norfolk (B,D)
This morning you’ll explore Norfolk Island's geological marvels in all their natural beauty. Be expertly guided through the beauty and characteristics of the island's delightful native, endemic and introduced species of trees and shrubs, plants and palms, ferns, flowers and fruits. After a short break, you’ll join this afternoon’s tour and meet firsthand some passionate local producers. Meet a local salt maker and taste the local beef. Enjoy a cooking demonstration and tasting of traditional dishes handed down by the Tahitian foremothers. Have a look at a tea industry and taste beautiful blend of Norfolk Island teas. Visit a local beekeeper and learn about local honey bees as well as a tasting of local honey and fruit. Enjoy some free time this late afternoon and get ready for your 2- course dinner at Hillis Restaurant.

Day 5 – Wednesday 06 November 2024: Lavender Farm & Beachside BBQ (B,L,D)
Today, you will visit the Lavender Farm with a private escort and learn all about the 15 different varieties of lavender that are planted. You’ll also see the commercial plantings of rosemary and sage along with seasonal vegetables grown for the ‘paddock-to-plate’ experience. After the tour, head back to the farm building and be served one of the home-grown delicious baked potatoes or baked sweet potatoes, with your choice of toppings. Tonight, join us for a scenic BBQ at beachside with entertainment. It’s the perfect blend of tasty food and coastal relaxation.

Day 6 – Thursday 07 November 2024: Island Culture & Fish Fry (B,L,D)
After some free time this morning, you will enjoy a delicious traditional lunch at Taveners Farm. Delve into the rich culture and heritage of the forebears on the Island Culture Tour. Learn about the cooking traditions, art of weaving, dancing and hear about the Norf’k language. Tonight enjoy Norfolk traditions at the Island Fish Fry – a feast of local island dishes and entertainment while the sun sets from scenic 'Orn Daa Cliff' on Norfolk’s beautiful western coastline.

Day 7 – Friday 08 November 2024: Captain Cook, High Tea & Night as a Convict (B,T,D)
After breakfast, grab a bite to eat from hotel’s Lounge Bar and Café (own expense) and head to Captain Cook Monument and Lookout. At the lookout, feast your eyes on majestic vistas. Along the coastline, Norfolk pines stand proudly on steep, indented cliffs, the South Pacific crashing at their feet. Offshore, you’ll see formations such Bird Rock, Elephant Rock and Green Pool Stone. Enjoy your own picnic lunch in the pines. After a short break, get ready for the long-established favourite of afternoon tea which has been re-imagined for Bailey’s Restaurant on Norfolk. Enjoy a glass of sparkling wine on arrival and spend the afternoon with friends new or old as you partake in a selection of sweet and savoury delights and tea or coffee. Tonight, let’s enjoy one last night of fun! Dress up as a convict and join the Commandant for a memorable evening filled with merriment, feasting, singing, and dancing.

Day 8- Saturday 09 November 2024: Farewell to Norfolk Island (B)
Enjoy your last hours on the island before preparing to head home. Be transferred to the airport for your Brisbane flight. Lunch at own arrangement.

Travel: 2 – 9 November 2024

Price:
Departing Brisbane:
$4,499 per person, twin share
$4,899 per person, solo traveller
Travelling from another destination? Ask us for a personalised quote.

Deposit Deadline: 26 May 2024
Final Payment Date: 25 July 24
Contact our expert Groups Team at groups@omnicheholidays.com
Quote: OHEV259705

TERMS AND CONDITIONS: All prices are indicative only and are subject to change at any time without notice. A non-refundable deposit is due upon booking: $250 per person if booking prior to 25 July 2024, or full payment if booking after this date. This tour is not a guarantee departure. Minimum numbers must be reached for the tour to go ahead. Full refund will only be provided only if minimum travel numbers have not been reached and the tour cannot go ahead. Any specific rooming, seating or dietary requests are welcomed, however not guaranteed. While every effort is made to provide correct information at the time of publication, the itinerary is subject to change for unforeseen circumstances at any time. Prices correct as of 4 April 2024. Conditions, amendment and cancellation fees apply. Travel insurance is strongly recommended. ABN 61 087 521 355.