First Fleet Week 2026 

7 night package from $3,299 per person, twin share

Travel from Brisbane: 03– 10 March 2026
Travel from Sydney: 04 – 11 March 2026

Inclusions:

• Return economy airfare with Qantas from Sydney or Brisbane to Norfolk Island
• Return airport transfers on Norfolk Island
• 7 nights accommodation twin share in a one bedroom apartment at Crest Apartments
• 7 days car hire - petrol additional
• 2 lunches & 3 dinners
• Island Life Coach Tour
• Foundation Day re-enactment with lunch
• Museum Pass
• Entry to Bounty Museum
• World Heritage Walking Tour
• Entry to World of Norfolk Exhibit
• 6 DIY Tours of Norfolk Island

Tour Itinerary

(B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner)

Day 1 Tuesday 3 March 2026 – Depart Brisbane, Arrive Norfolk Island (D)
Make your way to Brisbane International Airport for your flight to Norfolk Island. Upon arrival, be transferred to your accommodation, where your car rental will be available for collection. In the evening, enjoy a delicious dinner at Governor’s Lodge.

Day 2 Wednesday 4 March 2026 – Island Life Tour (L)
Spend the morning on a guided tour exploring Norfolk Island, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the island's unique culture and modern way of life. Your guide will provide detailed insights into the diverse ethnic groups, nationalities, and languages spoken, including the indigenous Norfolk Island language. The tour will conclude with a delightful lunch at the Boatshed Restaurant at Governor’s Lodge Hotel. The rest of the day and evening is at leisure.

Day 3 Thursday 5 March 2026 – Day at Leisure, Island Fish Fry (D)
Enjoy a day at leisure. Interested in a tour? Let us know, and we can add it to your package. Visit the World of Norfolk exhibit offering an immersive experience, showcasing the island's unique history, culture, and landscapes through world-class displays and 28 custom-built glass panels.

You may want to explore one of Norfolk Island’s many Museums. We have included the Norfolk Island Museum Pass & entry to the Bounty Museum for use during your stay. The pass allows multiple entries to all four museums, plus two guided Tag-A-Long tours, revealing additional stories from Norfolk's history. No need to book—simply join the tours on the mornings that suit you, starting from the R.E.O Café at 9:30am. Discover Norfolk Island’s fascinating history at the Bounty Folk Museum, a treasure trove of collections and exhibits, including the new "Captain Bligh, Myth, Man and Mutiny" exhibit. Located in one of Norfolk's oldest buildings, this museum provides a deep insight into life on the island since 1788.

In the evening, indulge in a feast of island dishes, salads, homemade bread and freshly fried fish, followed by island desserts and tea or coffee. Watch the sun set from Pinetree Tours' exclusive property 'Orn Daa Cliff' on Norfolk’s beautiful western coastline and enjoy some local entertainment when the Baunti Byuutis dancing group takes the stage to entertain you with their captivating local performances.

Day 4 Friday 6 March 2026 – Foundation Day (L)
Be transported to Kingston for the morning of Foundation Day to witness a re-enactment of the first landing of convicts on Norfolk Island. Following the reenactment, experience a unique historical dining experience, as the Commandant and his team of Redcoats and wenches serve you lunch. They will serve you a sumptuous lunch of meats, fish, salads, roasted vegetables, and traditional bread, accompanied by wine and orange juice, followed by a spread of delicious desserts. The rest of the day and evening is at leisure.

Day 5 Saturday 7 March 2026 – Day at Leisure
Enjoy a full day at leisure. Discover the shops in the Burnt Pine area, a duty-free and GST-free shopping haven with over 50 locally owned stores offering everything from sporting goods to jewellery and artwork. You won’t find chain stores here, making for a unique shopping experience. Explore a museum, join a Tag-A-Long tour, or try one of the DIY Tours, these six self-guided tours cover the island’s history, language, national parks, and hidden gems.

Day 6 Sunday 8 March 2026 – Day at Leisure 
Enjoy a full day at leisure today. Head to Norfolk's Sunday Markets, where you can browse island souvenirs, locally made handcrafts, jewellery, artwork, and more. For a relaxing day, consider wandering through the Botanic Gardens or take a drive to 100 Acres Reserve, where you can walk to the cliff edge and view the seabird nests. If you're looking for a swim, head to Emily Bay, or perhaps grab some lunch and enjoy a picnic at one of Norfolk's beautiful scenic spots.

Day 7 Monday 9 March 2026 – World Heritage Walking Tour (D)
Enjoy a leisurely morning, perhaps visit a museum or join one of the Tag-A-Long Tours. In the afternoon, take a walking tour of the World Heritage-listed Kingston and Arthur’s Vale Historic Area (KAVHA), rich in Australia’s colonial and penal history. Explore convict incarceration sites and the cultural landscape once occupied by the military and civil population, with insightful commentary from your guide. In the evening, enjoy dinner at Paradise Hotel.

Day 8 Tuesday 10 March 2026 – Farewell Norfolk Island, Arrive Brisbane
Sadly, your week has come to an end. After checking out of your accommodation this morning, you'll have a little free time before being transferred to Norfolk Island Airport for your journey home.

The above itinerary is based on travel from Brisbane. For departures from Sydney, the inclusions remain the same, however the order of activities may vary slightly across the days.

Price: 

Brisbane: from $3,299 per person twin share travelling 03 – 10 March 2026 
Sydney: from $3,299 per person twin share travelling 04 – 11 March 2026 

Why not upgrade to Resort Style accommodation at Governor’s Lodge with breakfast daily for an additional $600 per person twin share

Book by: 28 November 2025
Contact our expert team at res@omnicheholidays.com
Quote: NIEV274889

Terms and Conditions: Prices are a guide only, subject to change and availability, and are in Australian Dollars. Prices are correct as of 11 July 2025. Please check all prices, availability, fees, conditions and information with your travel agent before booking. The above itinerary is based on travel from Brisbane. For departures from Sydney, the inclusions remain the same, however the order of activities may vary slightly across the days.

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