Office News

World Travel Market (WTM)
World Travel Market is the leading global event for the travel industry so we are very happy to announce that Stephanie Karst-McGrath, our Managing Director, is attending the World Travel Market (WTM) in London the 7^th - 10^th November. Stephanie is looking forward to meet our agents there and she would appreciate if you could arrange an appointment over the next 14 days.

12/13 Rates
We are finally starting to get all the 12/13 rates displayed on internet.

Laura got married!
We congratulate Laura and Mark, and wish them all the best for their future together.

  

Product of the Month

Great Ocean Ecolodge - A special place

Great Ocean Ecolodge is located just off the Great Ocean Road and the Great Ocean Walk within the grounds of The Cape Otway Centre for Conservation Ecology. Next to Great Ocean Ecolodge the Great Otway National Park is situated. It’s a beautiful place surrounded by bushland, lush rainforests, secluded beaches and steep cliffs, close to the spectacular coastline. The nearest town is Apollo Bay, which is 25 minutes away.

Great Ocean Ecolodge was founded by Lizzie Corke and Shayne Neal and it opened in 2004. The same year they won the Victorian Tourism Award for Best New Tourism Development, and after that they have won several other awards. Lizzie and Shayne are also founders of The Cape Otway Centre for Conservation Ecology, which was founded in 2001, three years earlier than Great Ocean Ecolodge. With Great Ocean Ecolodge up and running they want to give the opportunity to educate and engage people in conservation efforts. All profits are reinvested into wildlife conservation.

Five different guest rooms are being offered at Great Ocean Ecolodge, so your stay will be very peaceful and unique. All guest rooms are furnished with timeless antiques, crisp clean linen and a comfortable bed. The bathrooms are all equipped with fluffy towels and a large assortment of locally made soaps and shampoo.
Three of the rooms are overlooking the Otway Ranges were kangaroos come to graze at dawn and dusk. The other two rooms have a view over the kitchen gardens.   

The dining is also very special. While you enjoy your dinner, made by talented chefs, you can watch the kangaroos, a special experience!

The Ecolodge experience includes a twilight walk with dedicated ecologists through the grounds of The Cape Otway Centre for Conservation Ecology to observe koalas and other Australian wildlife. You can also participate in a Conservation Ecology Lecture. There you will learn about the work The Cape Otway Centre is doing to ensure the future of the wildlife.

Please contact APTC for rates and reservations.

  

What’s New

Australia Wide

Qantas

• The Qantas Group has now announced the first phase of a new strategy to build a truly modern, customer-focused and competitive global aviation business.  

• Qantas International has established a five-year plan that has the objective to first returning Qantas International to profitability in the short term. At the end of this process they expect that they will be established on a competitive global platform with high growth potential across all markets.
• Instead of being restricted to an Australian-based international airline, Qantas International will participate in regional Asian opportunities and in the world beyond.

Touraust Corporation

• Touraust Corporation has announced the sale, effective 1^st September 2011, of Constellation Hotels.
• It is “business as usual”.

Captain Cook Cruises

• Captain Cook Cruises has been sold to SeaLink, after more than 40 years in operation under Captain Trevor Haworth.
• The sale includes 15 vessels used to service Captain Cook Cruises’ flagship operations in Sydney Harbour and an accommodated paddle wheeler cruise operation on the River Murray in South Australia.
• Captain Cook Cruises is market leader on both Sydney Harbour and on the River Murray. It also enjoys excellent relationships with the tourism industry, Government and tourism authorities.
• Sydney Harbour is a Mecca for international and national tourists and SeaLink is now in a prime position to tap into this demand and grow market share.
• Operations will not be interrupted with reservations, administration and sales contacts remaining unchanged for Captain Cook Australia & Fiji Cruises.

ATA and APT forms partnership

• Adventure Tours Australia (ATA) and APT have formed a partnership on the east coast that will see APT operate Adventure Tours Australia’s existing day tours in the region.
• As Adventure Tours Australia tour partner, APT will be operating ATA’s east coast day tours from 1 October 2011.
• This operational alliance will allow Adventure Tours Australia to continue to offer these great day-tour products in a reliable and sustainable way. The partnership is a strategic move by Adventure Tours Australia to better focus on its core offerings in the Northern Territory and Western Australia while continuing to offer a good day-tour product range in this region.
• The tours affected by this include the 1 Day Blue Mountains day tour and the 1 Day Hunter Valley day tour.
• ATA is working closely with APT to ensure a smooth transition and the tours will continued to be delivered reliably and to a high standard of service.

ATA and Top Deck forms partnership

• Adventure Tours Australia and Top Deck have teamed up on the east coast in a move that will further build and strengthen both companies. The operational alliance between both companies will allow them both to continue to deliver a great product range across the two brands and better manage the challenging trading environment in Australia.
• Top Deck will be operating the Adventure Tours Australia east coast and South Australia tours from 1 November 2011, covering the following routes:

Sydney <> Cairns

Sydney <> Melbourne

Melbourne <> Adelaide

Adelaide <> Alice Springs (not including Uluru).

• All tours, excluding those on the Sydney<>Cairns route, will continue on the current ATA itineraries until April 1st 2012, when there will be some minor changes.
• The Sydney<>Cairns ‘Suncatcher’ tours will take on the current Top Deck itineraries as of November 1st.

Victoria

Sunbus

• Sunbus head office has moved to Sydney.
• The only significant change will be Sunbus’ new main telephone contact number for clients to confirm their pick-up times and locations - 03 9689 6888.

Western Australia

The Kimberleys

• The Kimberleys region was recently given National Heritage Listing. People have been travelling there for 40 years to see the beautiful untouched nature.
• The Kimberleys is most known for Gwion and Aboriginal Rock Art and the Gouldian Finch.

Busselton Jetty

• Busselton Jetty has reopened after going through a multi million dollar refurbishment.
• It is the longest timber-piled jetty in the Southern Hemisphere. You can go 1.7 km with the jetty train until you arrive to spectacular Underwater Observatory at the end of the jetty.

Queensland

8Hotels (Diamant Hotel Brisbane)

• Diamant Hotel Brisbane is located on the tranquil Astor Terrace, and offers 84 contemporary bedrooms alongside the hot newcomer O’Bar & Restaurant.
• Together with the iconic Limes Hotel in Fortitude Valley, 8Hotels now offers two distinct yet quintessential boutique hotel experiences in Australia’s fastest growing city.

Quicksilver Group

• Norman Reef Platform has been refurbished and is once again welcoming guests to enjoy The Great Barrier Reef. It now has new equipment that will ensure the passengers that they have the newest and best facilities available.

Sheraton Mirage Resort & Spa Gold Coast

• From the 1^st December 2011 Sheraton Mirage Resort & Spa Gold Cost is inviting you to take a breath of fresh air, as the only beachfront resort on the Gold Coast they are offering smoke free environment to all guests. All their 293 rooms (including suites) will be 100% non-smoking.
• This new approach will reinforce Sheraton’s brand positioning around creating a warm yet relaxed environment in which guests can feel comfortable and enjoy all that Sheraton Mirage has to offer.

Dreamworld

• Dreamworld celebrates its 30^th birthday this year, and to celebrate they have launched a new range of additions, including the new thrill ride BuzzSaw. It will be the highest inversion ride experience in the Southern Hemisphere and will suit all high-action adrenaline seekers.
• They have also added a new exotic animal exhibit, The Lair, a new adventure ride, ShockWav and a major thrill ride that will boost the park’s Big 6 Thrill Rides to the Big 7.
• Dreamworld’s line-up of new rides and attractions in 2011 makes it the best time ever to visit the amusement park. 

Makepeace Island

• Sir Richard Branson’s and Brett Godfrey’s (founders of Virgin Blue) exclusive home, Makepeace Island, at world renowned Noosa on Australia’s Sunshine Coast, has quietly opened its doors for private lease. Until now Makepeace Island has remained a private retreat for family and friends of the owners.
• Makepeace Island is located minutes downstream from Noosa Heads’ bustling dining and shopping precinct. The 25 acre authentic Balinese built property offers luxurious accommodation for up to 22 guests. It is designed for privacy and was completed in 2009 on the heart shaped island in Noosa River.
• Facilities such as a 500,000 litre lagoon pool, a Balinese wantilan for relaxing or gathering of friends, an expansive indoor bar designed for entertaining on a grand scale, gardens, sculptures and so much more will help you to have an extraordinaire holiday.

Air Whitsunday introduces “Snack Box”

• Air Whitsunday is now providing a snack box for each guest to enjoy on Panorama and Whitehaven Experience Tours.
• The snack boxes are filled with Australian brand treats and nibbles, Australian sparkling wine, chilled spring water and fruit juice.

South Australia

SkyLink

• Effective the 15^th August 2011 SkyLink Airport Shuttle business was sold to SmartCar.
• SmartCar is a very successful South Australian, luxury ground Transportation Company.
  They have acquired the existing SkyLink vehicles and trailers and they will keep the business name, website address, telephone and fax numbers.

New South Wales

Madame Tussauds opens in Sydney

• Madame Tussauds is opening on Darling Harbour’s Aquarium wharf in May 2012.
• It will be the sixth attraction of Merlin Entertainments Group in Sydney.
• Top Aussie stars like Nicole Kidman and Hugh Jackman is going to be seen when they open in May.

WILD LIFE - Sydney

• On the 13^th September WILD LIFE opened on Darling Harbour’s Aquarium wharf. It is located on the site of Sydney Wildlife World.
• It is now possible to experience the ultimate Australian Animal Adventure, and you can come close to a lot of the native Aussie animals such as koalas and kangaroos.
• Daily shows, daily feeding sessions and walk through habitats are available.

Sydney Tower Eye

• The new Sydney Tower Eye was launched at the 23^rd September.
• Visitors will now begin with a pre-show of fascinating facts and history. Afterwards the visitors will enter the new 4D- cinema, where they will watch the first 4D film produced in Australia.
• The Observation Deck at the top has been renovated and features multilingual touch-screen panels, state-of-the-art technology and high-powered binoculars.

Sailing Sydney

• Award winning tourism operator Explore NZ from New Zeeland is now offering sailing adventures in Sydney under the name Sailing Sydney.
• They are able to take both private charters and groups, up to 350 people all year around.
• On board you can take helm, trim the sails, work on grinders or just relax!

Tasmania

Boutique Wine Tours

• Boutique Wine Tours will commence a new tour in the beginning of October. The new tour will feature the Huon Valley Region and it will depart every Wednesday at 9.30am and return to Hobart at 5.30pm.

Specials

SPECIALS

Queensland

Daydream Island - Dream Value Deal

• Valid for sale: 01 Sep 11 - 20 Nov 11
• Travel periods: 01 Nov - 17 Dec 11, 09 Jan 12 - 31 Mar 12
• Package includes: 3 nights accommodation in a Garden Balcony Room, Scrumptious full buffet breakfast daily, Children stay FREE of charge.
• Includes over 20 FREE guest activities including catamarans, kayaks, open air cinema (Mon, Wed, Fri), fish feeding show, gym, rainforest walk and much more

Sea Temple Surfers Paradise - Stage One Launch Opening 29^th September 2011

• With its white sand, turquoise-blue ocean, tropical climate and cloudless skies, Surfers Paradise, Queensland Australia is famous for being one of the most idyllic coastal locations in the world.
• Located in the centre of the multi-million dollar Surfers Paradise Foreshore redevelopment, Sea Temple Surfers Paradise has been designed with the utmost style and sophisticated luxury in mind.  This amazingly appointed 77 level tower is made up of elegant 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments, with every apartment boasting spectacular uninterrupted ocean views.
• Positioned from levels 4 to 39, with floor-to-ceiling windows, the ‘beach view’ apartments are flooded by natural light and backlit by the azure glimmer of the sea; from expansive, fully furnished balconies capture the hypnotic seascapes and refreshing ocean breezes

• Special Opening Rates are now on offer with travel from29^th September 2011 until 31^st March 2012.(excl Schoolies)
• Please refer to our online tariff for full details and rates

Lizard Island - Relaxation Uninterrupted

• Min 5 Nights stay
• For sale: until 31 December 2011
• Travel from now until 30 March 2012 (excl block out dates)
• Includes: All Dining and beverages* (*Additional charges apply to Degustation Menu and Cellar Master List),  1 Hour Indulgent Spa Treatment per person, Champagne & chocolate dipped strawberries on arrival, Gourmet picnic for two on your own private beach travelling by luxury tender or your own private motorised boat, Use of non-motorised watersports & motorised dinghies
• Additionally; Book 2 return scheduled flights from Cairns to Lizard Island for the price of 1. These are additional and are only applicable when booked in conjunction with the above offer
• Refer to our Online tariff for rates and full details

Daintree Eco Lodge - Green Season Special

• Enjoy the splendour of the Daintree in comfort and style.  Take the opportunity to join local guides and learn about the rainforest that is 65 million years older than the Amazon.  Savour contemporary Australian cuisine that combines native ingredients and tropical delights
• Stay 4/ Pay 3
• Valid for travel now - until 31 March 2012
• Includes 4 nights accommodation in a Bayan with breakfast and an Aboriginal guided Rainforest tour
• Refer to our online tariff for prices

Sheraton Mirage Port Douglas - Early Bird Offer

• Sale:  12 September 2011 - 31 December 2011
• Travel: 01 November 2011 - 30 June 2012
• Book Stay 3 including Breakfast by 31^st December 2011 AND receive 10% off
• Purchase one round of Golf and get one free
• Available on all room types (excluding villas) - Booking code: IEBS310

New South Wales

Wolgan Valley - Spring Renewal Package

• In celebration of warmer months ahead, Wolgan Valley has introduced a new Spring Renewal package. Spring is a special season at Wolgan Valley; longer days, stunning sunsets, inspiring seasonal menus and of course, sightings of the albino walleroos!
  On sale now!
• Valid for travel 16 September to 19 December 2011
• Package includes: Two nights Heritage Suite accommodation with private pool, Gourmet breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, All non alcoholic beverages, Range of regional wines and beer with lunch and dinner, Two on-site nature based activities per person per day, Choice of a take home Taste of Wolgan Gourmet Pack or Timeless Spa Pamper Pack (one pack per suite)
• Additionally, guests staying for two nights between Sunday to Thursday inclusive receive a 60 minute spa treatment per person, representing a value of $330 per couple.
• Code: SPRP must be quoted at the time of booking with APTC
• Offer available for new bookings only and not in conjunction with other offers

Northern Territory

Wayoutback Desert Safaris - Extended Special

• Wayoutback has extended the following Specials:
• 3 Day Goanna Dreaming 4WD Safari
• 5 Day Kangaroo Dreaming 4WD Safari
• Sale period is until 28^th of February 2012
• Travel period is until 31^st March 2012.
• All booking request must have the Booking Code: WAYSPE.

South Australia

Southern Ocean Lodge - Southern Style: Stay 3/Pay 2

• Valid for Sale: from now until 31 October 2011
• Valid for Travel: now until 31 March 2012  (excl Block out dates 17 Dec - 08 Jan incl)
• Minimum number of nights: 3
• Stay 3 Nights / Pay 2 - valid for Ocean Retreat, Remarkable Suite or Osprey Pavilion
• Includes all dining, open bar with premium wines and spirits, in-suite bar, signature guided experience and island airport transfers
• Plus two AUD$50 treatment vouchers at the Southern Spa (max two per suite)
• Not valid in conjunction with any other offers, valid for new bookings only
• Refer to our online tariff for rates and full terms

Western Australia

APT Kimberly Wilderness Adventures specials

• APT offers $500 (gross) discount per couple on selected departures in 2012;
• 13 Day Kimberly Complete - Broome to Broome. Twin share.
• Valid on following departure dates: 27 & 30 April, 2, 4, 6-7, 9, 11-12, 14-16, 18, 20-23, 25-30 May, 1, 3-4, 6, 8-9, 13, 15 June, 14, 17, 19, 21, 24, 26, 28 Sept and 3, 5, 9 October 2012.
  Bookings must be placed by 30 November 2011.
• 15 Day Kimberly Kakadu and Arnhem Land Explorer - Broome to Darwin. Twin share.

Valid on following departure dates: 12, 18, 23 & 30 May, 9 & 13 June 2012.

Bookings must be placed by 30 November 2011.

• APT offers $2 700 (gross) discount per couple on selected departures in 2012.
• 25 Day Breathtaking Kimberly - Broome to Darwin. Twin share, land and cruise only.

             Valid on following departure dates: 4 May, 13 Aug, 3 & 7 Sept 2012.

            Bookings must be placed by 31 January 2012.

• 19 Day El Questro, Purnululu and Kimberly Coast - Broome to Darwin.
  Valid on the following departure dates: 9 September 2012.

Bookings must be placed by 31 January 2012.

Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa

• Has introduced new Summer season rates

Including Full buffet breakfast daily at the Sunset Bar & Grill and Return Broome Airport transfers

• Valid for sale for new bookings from 8 August 2011
• Valid for travel from 17 October 2011 - 31 March 2012  
• The summer stay 5/pay 4 bonus night offer & rates still apply and provide better value for a longer stay

Reminder: the Resort will be completely closed during the month of February 2012 to continue the upgrades to the property.

  

Changes & Refurbishment

Australian Capital Territory

Olims Hotel Canberra - Now, Mercure Canberra

• Olims Hotel Canberra (an All Seasons Hotel) is undergoing a substantial refurbishment of all the rooms.
  The guests are not being interrupted as they are taking a full hotel room block out at a time.
• The refurbishment is expected to be completed by the 20^th December 2011.
• The hotel has been rebranded as Mercure Canberra. The name change took effect at the 1^st September 2011.

Victoria

Mercure Welcome Melbourne

• Mercure Welcome Melbourne is undergoing a refurbishment.
• At this time they have 2 floors (60 rooms) with refurbished bathrooms, and renovations will stop.
• Renovations will recommence in April 2012.
• All TV’s at the Mercure Welcome Melbourne has been replaced with LCD TVs.

Novotel Melbourne on Collins

• On the 7^th November 2011 refurbishment will commence at the hotel.

• Expected date of completion is 30^th April 2012.
• The work will be made during the hours: 8 am - 4 pm, with key noise work between 9 am - 3 pm.
• Drilling/hammering, repainting and soft furnishing will be done to the guest rooms.
• No guest lift will be affected and the refurbishment will be done away from guest access floors.

Austour

• Immediate stop sales notification on all Austour’s Central Australia:
  DW02, DW04, DW06, DW07, DW09, DW10, DW13, DW15, DW18, DW21, DW26, DW32, DW70.
• Future bookings will be honoured, however due to operational restrictions these bookings will be off loaded to Emurun Tours.

Queensland

The Discovery Group

• Effective 1st October, the Discovery group will cease operating the Fraser Island Exclusive Day Tour & 2 Days of Discovery Tour.
• The Discovery Group has introduces an on-demand German translation service. The new service is delivered via iPod technology.

• It is the first international language to be offered by The Discovery Group.
• 51% of the total bookings of the International business to Fraser Island are German speaking.

Fantasea Cruises

• Fantasea has bought a new vessel, “Sunrise”. Sunrise is expected to be in service in the late September. She is a 24 metre high speed catamaran that can seat 200 people. Sunrise will be used for the day cruises to Fantasea Reefworld pontoons. 
• The vessel “Fantasea Dreamer” has undergone a complete refit. It now has a top deck bimni which will provide sun and weather protection.
• “Fantasea Wonder” is going through a $1.5 million dollar refit for the moment. She will be back in the water in October.
• A new purpose designed ferry terminal is being built by Fantasea Adventure Cruising in Port of Airlie Marina. The new terminal is going to cater for transfers to the Whitsunday Island and Hamilton Island Airport. It is due to open by the 1^st December 2011.
• An additional walk has been added to Whitehaven Beach cruise from Hamilton Island. The walk will take about 40 minutes and a guide will follow you to the Solway lookout.

Oliver’s

• Oliver’s Restaurant in Cairns has closed down for economic reasons on the 31^st August.

Paradise Resort Gold Coast

• Paradise Resort Gold Coast has recently opened the new improved Splashes Minimart and the new lagoon pool, spa and Junior Zone 4 Kids Water Area.
• The Café and Bar is reopening after a refurbishment and so does an additional 16 Bunkhouse rooms do, all with a capacity of three children and two adults.

Crowne Plaza Surfers Paradise

• Upgrades to Four Winds Restaurant will commence on the 9^th October and will continue until the 28^th October.
• The restaurant will be closed during those days. It will reopen on Saturday the 29^th October.
• The refurbishment will be done between the hours 9.00am till 5.00pm.

Holiday Inn Townsville

• Holiday Inn Townsville was awarded the Best Redeveloped Hotel at the 2011 Australian Hotel Association awards.
• The hotel spent $7 million on the refurbishment, which was completed in late-2009.

Heritage Lodge & Spa

• Heritage Lodge & Spa (formerly Daintree Heritage Lodge & Spa) has now reopened.
• It has new owners and is totally refurbished.

Reef View Hotel on Hamilton Island

• The Pool Restaurant located on the ground floor will be closed for necessary maintenance from 28^th November till 9^th December.
• During this time the guests will have two alternative breakfast venues, Sal Salis Restaurant and Hamilton Island Wildlife Park.

Ramada Resort Port Douglas - formerly Mercure Port Douglas Treetops Resort

• Since the 23^rd August 2011 Mercure Port Douglas Treetops Resort has a new ownership and management and is now rebranded as Ramada Port Douglas.
• Ramada Resort Port Douglas is part of Wyndham Hotel Group that is one of the worlds largest companies with over 7 000 hotels in 67 countries.

Sheraton Mirage Resort & Spa, Gold Coast

• Sheraton Mirage Resort & Spa, Gold Coast, will soon commence a $20 million refurbishment of the entire hotel. They will do the refurbishment in five stages, Monday - Friday during the hours 10.00am - 4.00pm.
• Each stage will be carried out between October 2011 and April 2012.

New South Wales

Mercure Sydney

• The refurbishment at Mercure Sydney has been delayed until next year. There will be no renovations during 2011.
• The renovations are expected to commence mid 2012.

The Grace Hotel

• The Brasserie breakfast opening hours has changed as below.
• Monday to Friday 6:30am - 10:30am NOW 10:00am
• Saturday & Sunday & Public Holiday 6:30am - 11:00am

Northern Territory

APT - 4WD Palm Valley Experience (A27) discontinued

• Effective immediately, this tour has been discontinued.
• All existing bookings will be honoured; however no further bookings will be accepted.

Darwin Central Hotel

• Darwin Central Complex Building Management is undergoing building work from August 2011 to late October 2011.
• Work will be done during 7am - 5 pm Monday to Friday and 7 am - 5 pm Saturday
• The works are to upgrade the Darwin Central Complex air-conditioning plant and systems for all tenants including the Darwin Central Hotel. The works will not affect the air-conditioning for the complex or the hotel.
• The building works can entail some noise but it will not unnecessarily affect the guests.

Sails in the Desert

• Refurbishment of all the guest rooms will commence at 3^rd October 2011.
• Hours of work: 7.00am - 5.00pm Monday to Friday and 7.00am - 12 noon Saturdays.
• The guest rooms will be installed with new furniture, curtains, linen, carpet, artwork and 42″ LCD TVs.
  The balconies will be refreshed as well with new outdoor furniture.
• All guest rooms will be upgraded with both cabled and wireless high-speed broadband access. 

South Australia

Chifley on South Terrace

• Kurrajong Restaurant & Cocktail Bar will be closed for Dinner & evenings until further notice (excluding Pre-Booked Tour Group Dinners).
• Zouk Restaurant at Grand Chifley Adelaide is open from 6pm - 9.30pm and the bar is open from
  6 pm - 11pm, 7 days a week. Room dining is also available.

Western Australia

Ibis Perth

• Works has begun and will be completed by the 7^th October 2011.
• There will be demolition of the existing reception desk and lobby bar. New receptions desks will be installed, new tiled flooring and a lobby lounge area fitted.
• During the short demolition and construction phase there will be some noisy works. Limiting lobby access works will be conducted overnight, floor tiling and other noisy work will be conducted during the day.

The Marque Hotel Perth

• The Marque Hotel Perth has just commenced renovations of the entire hotel.

• Expected date of completion is at February 2012.
• The construction work will occur Mon - Fri from 9 am - 5 pm.

Mercure Hotel Perth

• In the beginning of September the Spa and Spa area at Mercure Hotel Perth was refurbished.

APT - Wilderness Lodges

• All of the lodges of Wilderness Lodges have been upgraded with new furnishing, bathroom amenities and floor coverings.

Tasmania

Boutique Wine Tours

• Boutique Wine Tours has made some recent changes to the following tours;
• Wine and Art Experience Tour - Now only departs on Mondays and Fridays. It now includes a new entrance fee into the Mona Museum of Old and New Art.
• The Richmond and Wine Tour - Now only departs on Mondays and Fridays.
• Wine at the Weekend Tour - It’s a similar tour to The Richmond and Wine Tour but it only departs on Saturdays and Sundays at 12.00nn.

Tours operate all year except Christmas Day, with a minimum of 2 passengers and a maximum of 12 passengers. Charters are also available.