4 Day Stanthorpe Apple & Grape Harvest Festival 2026

itinerary

DAY 1. STANTHORPE (MT,L,D)

We depart from the Brisbane Coach Terminal aboard our luxurious ‘Gold Class’ coach, ensuring responsible travel with 100% offset coach emissions. Our first stop is Bestbrook Mountain Farmstay for a delicious Devonshire tea, followed by a visit to Kent Saddlery to view finely handcrafted leatherwork. We then enjoy a leisurely lunch and wine tasting at Ballandean Estate Wines before visiting the striking Ballandean Pyramid. Our day concludes at Jamworks Gourmet Foods, where we sample locally made artisan preserves before continuing to Stanthorpe for check-in. 3 Night Stay: The Vines Motel and Cottages, Stanthorpe

DAY 2. STANTHORPE (B)

Today take in the sights, sounds and tastes of the Stanthorpe Apple & Grape Festival, a vibrant celebration of local culture and bountiful harvests. Immerse yourself in the festivities, from live music to artisanal food stalls, apple and grape-themed activities, and the dazzling parade. Take in the fruit focused celebrations, such as the fabulous public grape crush, an enjoyable way to celebrate the grape harvest and showcase the region’s rich winemaking heritage. One of the festival’s highlights is the grand parade, featuring colourful floats and marching bands that captures the spirit of the festival. We visit a local 100-acre apple farm where you can pick your own apples. Explore food stalls offering a wide array of culinary delights. Our day concludes with a spectacular fireworks display lighting up the night sky.**Lunch & Dinner are at your own expense today

DAY 3. STANTHORPE (B,L,D)

We journey along Shearer’s Way to Texas for a tour of the Texas Rabbit Works Museum. After a hearty lunch at the Stockman Hotel, we return to Stanthorpe for a liqueur tasting at Castle Glen Distillery. The afternoon is yours to enjoy the festival.

DAY 4. STANTHORPE – BRISBANE (B,L)

After the celebrations of the Apple & Grape Harvest Festival, we journey to Toowoomba, stopping to explore the Cobb & Co Museum. Next, we head to Picnic Point to enjoy lunch with a scenic view before arriving back at the Brisbane Coach Terminal late afternoon.

B – Full Breakfast MT – Morning Tea L – Lunch AT – Afternoon Tea D – Two Course Dinner

dates & pricing

Twinshare	Sole Use	Departs 2026
$1650	$1950	6 March

Non-refundable deposit of $300pp required to secure your reservation.
N.B. This package is subject to a fuel levy without notice for coach and air components.
FITNESS LEVEL – A RATING OF 1 (EASY) Passengers must be able to:-
• Participate in guided or unguided small walking tours at a relaxed pace
• Walk on mostly level ground
• Tackle an occasional flight of stairs or incline
• Occasionally need to stand for up to 10 minutes
• Get on and off transportation unaided
• Manage your own luggage

Highlights & inclusions

Travel Carbon Neutral on our 100% offset luxurious ‘Gold Class’ coach
Fully escorted by experienced Fun Over 50 Holidays tour host and coach captain
Devonshire tea at Bestbrook Mountain Resort
Guided tour/talk at Kent Saddlery
Lunch and wine tasting at Ballandean Estate Wines
Visit the Ballandean Pyramid; Jamworks Gourmet Foods
3 night stay at Stanthorpe
2 days immersed in the Stanthorpe Apple & Grape Harvest Festival including public grape crush, grand parade, live music, artisanal food stalls, apple & grape-themed activities and fireworks finalé
Pick your own apples at local apple orchard
Half day tour to Texas Rabbit Works
Visit to Castle Glen distillery for wine and spirit tasting and time to purchase
Visit the Cobb & Co Museum and enjoy lunch atop Picnic Point in Toowoomba
8 meals