7 Days Elvis Festival in Parkes 2019
Escorted Group Tour from Brisbane to Parkes return
‘It’s now or never’, so put on your ‘Blue Suede Shoes’, and get ‘All Shook Up’ at the annual Elvis Festival in Parkes.
from $2300pp
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DAY 1. Thursday – Brisbane to Armidale (L,D)
Board one of our signature ‘Gold Class’ coaches at Brisbane Transit Centre on Roma Street and enjoy the scenery as we travel through Cunninghams Gap to Stanthorpe. Here we experience a food and wine luncheon at the Queensland College of Wine Tourism. Our afternoon takes us to Armidale. 1 Night Stay: Cotswold Gardens, Armidale
DAY 2. Friday – Armidale to Orange (B,MT,L,D)
Leaving Armidale we travel via Tamworth, making our way to Werris Creek for a cuppa. We continue on to the quaint township of Dunedoo for lunch before continuing on through Wellington to finish our day at Orange. 3 Night Stay: Central Caleula Motor Lodge, Orange
DAY 3. Saturday – Elvis Festival (B,D)
More than 40 years after his death, Elvis Presley remains a rock ‘n’ roll icon and has yet to be ousted from his position as “The King”. All Shook Up is the theme for this year’s festival. The major highlight today is the Elvis Street Parade. A wonderful parade packed full of Elvis-themed floats, Elvis and Priscilla look-a-likes, vintage and classic cars, motorcycles, marching bands and much more. Enjoy the free concerts at Cooke Park Main Stage, Festival Markets, Elvis Central shop, Cars of the Era Show and The King’s Castle (a unique collection of genuine Elvis memorabilia). **Lunch at own expense today. Please note: Elvis Festival program is subject to change. The headline act is yet to be determined. GGP
DAY 4. Sunday – Elvis Festival (B,D)
This morning is an early start to get to Parkes in time for the Elvis Gospel Church Service. This event has become a much-loved feature of the festival program and the interdenominational service on Sunday morning pays tribute to Elvis’ first love – gospel music. The rest of the day brings much more outdoor entertainment such as the Elvis winner’s concert, rock ‘n’ roll bands and the mass renewal of wedding vows with Elvis at the Altar. At 2pm be wowed by the 2 hour musical Elvis feature show – the biggest Elvis concert of the festival. **Lunch at own expense today. GGP
DAY 5. Monday – Orange to Coonabarabran (B,L,D)
Departing Orange, we leave the festival behind us and make our way to the Wellington Caves. Here we take a 1 hour tour of the Cathedral Cave, famous for its huge stalagmite known as Altar Rock which stands at a height of 15 metres. Enjoy lunch at the Cave Café before we hit the road, bound for Coonabarabran. On arrival in Coonabarabran, we stop to visit the Crystal Kingdom and then arrive at our accommodation for the night. **Please note: Cathedral Cave is accessed by 150 stairs. 1 Night Stay: Matthew Flinders Motor Inn, Coonabarabran
DAY 6. Tuesday – Coonabarabran to Goodiwindi (B,L,D)
After breakfast, we board the coach and travel to the Siding Spring Observatory, situated in the Warrumbungle National Park on Mount Woorat. It is Australia’s premier optical and infrared observatory. We take a 1 hour bus tour of the site before an early lunch. Our afternoon takes us down the mountain travelling the Newell Highway through Narrabri, Moree and on to Goondiwindi. 1 Night Stay: Best Western Ascot Lodge, Goondiwindi
DAY 7. Wednesday – Goondiwindi to Brisbane (B,L)
On our return journey home today, we travel the Cunningham Highway through Inglewood and on to Warwick for an early lunch at the Abbey of the Roses. After lunch, we descend the Cunningham Range back to Brisbane Transit Centre.
B = Full Breakfast M T = Morning Tea L = Lunch AT = Afternoon Tea D = Two Course Dinner
dates & pricing
| Twinshare | Sole Use | Departs 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| $2300 | $2730 | 10 Jan |
- Select the Green Guest Policy (GGP) option on this tour and help reduce extra pressures on our natural environment. You will be rewarded with a reduced rate on your tour. SAVE: $20PP TWIN SHARE OR $40 SOLE USE
- Non-refundable deposit required to secure booking $500pp
- N.B. This package is subject to a fuel levy without notice for coach component.
- FITNESS LEVEL – A RATING OF 2 (MODERATE) Passengers must be able to:-
• Participate in walking tours with time to rest at least every 10 minutes
• Walk on areas such as bush tracks and soft sand – mostly level ground
• Stand for 15 minutes, without needing to sit down
• Tackle a flight of stairs or incline
• Getting on and off transportation multiple times unaided
• Manage your own luggage
Highlights & inclusions
- Luxury ‘Gold Class’ coach travel ex Brisbane
- Food and wine experience at the Queensland College of Wine Tourism in Stanthorpe
- 1 night Armidale
- 3 nights Orange
- 2 days at the Elvis Festival in Parkes with loads of entertainment, street stalls and more
- Elvis tribute concert performed by professional artist Ted Torres Martin
- Wellington Caves Cathedral Cave tour
- 1 night Coonabarabran; Crystal Kingdom
- Guided tour at Siding Spring Observatory
- 1 night Goondiwindi
- Abbey of the Roses ex convent
- 17 meals
PRE & POST TOUR EXTENDER OPTION – 2 additional days (TOTAL 9 DAY TOUR)
- Return economy class flights ex Sydney, Melbourne or Adelaide to Brisbane
- 2 additional nights bed & breakfast (1 night pre & 1 night post tour) at Sofitel Brisbane Central
- Return Airtrain tickets ex Brisbane Domestic Terminal to Central Station
- Plus $850pp Twin Share
- Plus $1019 Sole Use
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