Southern Highlands - Canberra Discovery Escorted

We begin our day at the Bradman Museum and The International Cricket Hall of Fame which provides a cricket experience like no other and near-by we are free to take a stroll onto the Bradman Oval and take a selfie alongside Bradman ‘The Final Salute’ Statue. Next stop is at Corbett Gardens, home of Tulip Time featuring tulips, entertainment, and stalls. The spectacular displays of 80,000 mass planted tulips pay homage to the enigmatic tulip – its range, shape, colour, and allure. After some free time in Bowral to purchase lunch, we head out to the heritage Retford Park House and Garden for a guided tour. This concludes our day before a relaxing dinner back at the RSL Club. Overnight Mittagong: Spring Resort Mittagong

Daily: Breakfast & Dinner

This morning after checking out we begin our drive down to Canberra for our Floriade Discovery Tour that will have us visiting some of our nation’s iconic landmarks. We travel via Red Cow Farm Garden where the 1820’s cottage is surrounded by an abundant cottage garden of roses and perennials. Down in Canberra we arrive on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin for a light lunch in the Walter Cafe before touring the National Capital Exhibition which tells the Story of Canberra as the capital city of Australia. We then make our way up to the Mount Ainslie Lookout where one This morning after checking out we begin our drive down to Canberra for our Floriade Discovery Tour that will have us visiting some of our nation’s iconic landmarks. We travel via Red Cow Farm Garden where the 1820’s cottage is surrounded by an abundant cottage garden of roses and perennials. Down in Canberra we arrive on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin for a light lunch in the Walter Cafe before touring the National Capital Exhibition which tells the Story of Canberra as the capital city of Australia. We then make our way up to the Mount Ainslie Lookout where one up and our welcome buffet dinner.

Overnight Canberra: Mercure Belconnen

Daily: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

This morning, we visit Old Parliament House where decades of politics and passion echo through the corridors of the Museum of Australian Democracy making it one of Australia’s most memorable heritage attractions. We experience an atmosphere steeped in history, revisit dramatic events and enjoy the 1920’s architecture and fine design. We then take a drive along Embassy Row before arriving at Commonwealth Park to spend some time wandering the Canberra Floriade Display. The Floriade Village provides us with crafts, gourmet foods, fashion, jewellery, and garden gifts creating a friendly carnival atmosphere. This afternoon we spend some time up at the Gold Creek Village and Cockington Green for a stroll through the two charming displays capturing the essence of England with its quirky buildings, landmarks and spectacular garden and floral display. Its then back to our motel to relax before enjoying a buffet dinner.

Overnight Canberra: Mercure Belconnen

Daily: Breakfast & Dinner

Today we travel up to the Canberra Space Centre at Paddy’s Creek, located on the grounds of the Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex. On arrival enjoy an interesting presentation covering all things space and communication, then time to look around the exhibits and to ask questions. Next stop is the National Arboretum, home to amazing views and one of the largest collections of rare, endangered, and symbolic trees in the world, plus the National Bonsai and Penjing Collection. Our visit includes a 1hr welcome guided coach tour, Bonsai Collection Tour, lunch, and magnificent views. This afternoon we tour the newly renovated Royal Australian Mint, taking in the history of coins in Australia before visiting the Mint Coin Shop. This evening, we celebrate our last night on tour with a pre-dinner drink before our farewell dinner.

Overnight Canberra: Mercure Belconnen

Daily: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast and check out we make our way just north of Canberra for one last colourful highlight at the Tulip Top Gardens. This 10-acre garden is a world class exhibition of half a million tulips, daffodils, blossom trees, and other spring flowers creating a spectacular display. Later in the morning we begin our drive back up to Sydney Airport for check in and our return flight home after a wonderful few days away with Trade Travel.

Flight Details: Sydney - Brisbane/Adelaide & other ports (flight details to be advised) Flight Details: VA268 Canberra - Melbourne 1550/1630 (flight details subject to change)

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