REGULAR DAY TOURS – November 2011 - January 2012

 

November 2011 | December 2011 | January 2012 | Coming Tours

REGULAR DAY TOURS

EUMUNDI MARKETS, SPOTLIGHT OR SUNSHINE PLAZA

Spend time at two great venues; first the famous Eumundi country Markets, then onto Sunshine Plaza, time to shop and buy your lunch (special drop offs at Spotlight on request). Note: December date is during school holidays—there is the option to visit Underwater World (own Expense) instead of Sunshine Plaza.

Saturday, 19th November and 10th December 2011

Cost: $57pp Adults $36pp Children (u/15)
Includes:
Coach travel.
Pick ups: Hervey Bay 6:15am. Maryborough 7.00am
Set downs: Maryborough 5.30pm

COMING DAY TOURS

CHRISTMAS LIGHTS TOURS
THE BEST OF THE CHRISTMAS LIGHTS

The best value Christmas lights tours available.

Our tours include the best of the Christmas lights and the prize winning entries in both Maryborough and Hervey Bay. A number of tours are planned so bring the whole family!

LOCAL TOURS: Maryborough residents view the Christmas lights of Maryborough. Hervey Bay residents view the Christmas lights of Hervey Bay.

INTERCITY CHRISTMAS LIGHTS TOURS:

Maryborough Residents view Hervey Bay city lights.

Pick Up: Maryborough 6.30pm. Set Down: approx. 10.00pm.
Hervey Bay residents view Maryborough city lights.
Pick Up: Hervey Bay 6.30pm. Set Down: approx. 10.00pm.

Dates and prices for the above tours to be confirmed prior to Christmas. Watch your local newspaper for details.

NOVEMBER DAY TOURS

HALF DAY MYSTERY WITH COACH CAPTAIN BILL

Wednesday 9th November 2011

Climb on board for an entertaining morning with one of our most experienced Coach Captains. Only he knows where we are going on this short but sweet morning outing.

Cost: $30pp
Includes: Travel and morning tea.
Pick Ups: Maryborough 8.15am Hervey Bay 9.15am
Set Downs: Hervey Bay 12.30pm Maryborough 1.00pm

Please note: Hervey Bay pick up is at Urangan Central and Stockland and Maryborough pick up is McDowell car park only.

MARY RIVER FESTIVAL

Saturday 12th November 2011

Celebrate the wealth and abundance that the Mary River brings to our region. The Mary River Festival at Kandanga is a showcase of local creativity and entertainment. Featuring workshops, stalls, displays, tree planting, kid‟s activities, music, the Rainbow Parade and much, much more. This day has something for everyone.

Entry fee is a gold coin donation (own expense). Cost: $44pp
Includes: Travel only.
Pick Ups: Hervey Bay 9.30am Maryborough 10.15am
Set Downs: Maryborough 6.00pm Hervey Bay 6.30pm

EUMUNDI MARKETS, SUNSHINE PLAZA or SPOTLIGHT

Saturday 19th November 2011

See front page for more details

HISTORICAL BOONDOOMA
HOMESTEAD AND BOONDOOMA DAM

Tuesday 22nd November 2011

Step straight back to the 1840‟s with a visit to historical Boondooma Homestead. Walk through the homestead and outbuildings from the same period including the Stone Store, the Post Office, Museum, the DPI Hut, Stockie‟s Stump, and the Cool Shed. Complete the day with a
picnic lunch on the shores of Boondooma Dam.

Cost: $89pp
Includes: Travel, morning tea, entry and lunch.
Pick ups: Hervey Bay 6.45am Maryborough 7.30am
Set Downs: Maryborough 6.00pm Hervey Bay 6.30pm

BRISBANE WAREHOUSE SHOPPER

Saturday 26th November 2011

Are you looking for that special bargain or perhaps that elusive Christmas present? You‟ll probably find it when you join us for a day of warehouse shopping. Don‟t worry, the coach has plenty of room for all your purchases!.

Cost: $89pp
Includes: Travel, morning tea and guide.
Pick Ups: Hervey Bay 5.15am Maryborough 6.00am
Set Downs: Maryborough 7.00pm Hervey Bay 7.30pm

DECEMBER DAY TOURS

XMAS CALLIOPE MARKETS & TANNUM SANDS

Sunday 4th December 2011

It‟s time to head north for our annual pre-Xmas visit to Qld‟s biggest markets, the Calliope Markets. Spend time at the Calliope Historic Village (entry fee own expense) enjoy these bustling markets and find a Xmas bargain! On to lovely Tannum Sands for free time to buy your lunch (own expense).

Cost: $83pp Includes: Travel only.
Pick Ups: Hervey Bay 5.30am Maryborough 6.15am
Set Downs: Maryborough 7.00pm Hervey Bay 7.30pm

SUNSHINE MELODIES— ROCKY MOUNTAIN ECHOES AT CALOUNDRA EVENTS CENTRE

Wednesday 7th December 2011

Trevor Knight sings John Denver and his unique blend of romance, comedy, story telling and foot tapping fun has been wowing audiences all over the world. Featuring songs from John Denver, Paul Simon, Cat Stevens, George Formby, the Kingston Trio and Smoky Dawson, there‟ll be something we can all sing along to.

Cost: $80pp Includes: Travel, morning tea, lunch and show.
Pick Ups: Hervey Bay 7.15am Maryborough 8.00am
Set Downs: Maryborough 5.00pm Hervey Bay 5.30pm

EUMUNDI MARKETS, SUNSHINE PLAZA, SPOTLIGHT or UNDERWATER WORLD

Saturday 10th December 2011

See front page for more details

XMAS PARTY TIME WITH WIDE BAY TRANSIT

Tuesday 13th December 2011

Ho Ho Ho...Join the Wide Bay Transit Christmas Coach and party with us at the Boonooroo Bowls Club. Lunch is a traditional Christmas roast with beef, pork, turkey, baked ham served with a medley of vegetables topped off by dessert, tea/coffee. Live entertainment and raffles make for an enjoyable day...we can even arrange a game of bowls if you‟d like (own expense).

Cost: $56pp
Includes: Travel, morning tea, lunch, raffles and entertainment.
Pick Ups: Hervey Bay 8.15am Maryborough 9.00am
Set Downs: Maryborough 4.00pm Hervey Bay 4.30pm

BRISBANE PRE-XMAS SHOPPER – THREE WAY CHOICE

Saturday 17th December 2011

Come with us to Brisbane for some pre-Xmas shopping. You have three options.

  • Option 1. Chermside Shopping Centre.
  • Option 2. The City Centre and Queen Street Mall.
  • Options 3. Shop at the Airport DFO.

It‟s perfect timing to hit the shops with Christmas around the corner. Please advise option when booking.

Cost: Adults $76pp Children (u/15) $58pp
Includes: Travel only.
Pick Ups: Hervey Bay 5.45am Maryborough 6.30am
Set Downs: Maryborough 7.00pm Hervey Bay 7.30pm

WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE MYSTERY

Tuesday 20th December 2011

Join the jet set for the day! Bring your hat and sunscreen along for a relaxing day out. Prize for guessing where we are headed!

Cost: $86pp
Includes: Travel, morning tea, picnic lunch plus a surprise!
Pick Ups: Hervey Bay 7.00am Maryborough 7.45am
Set Downs: Maryborough 5.00pm Hervey Bay 5.30pm

CHRISTMAS DAY BY THE RIVER

Sunday 25th December 2011

Join us for a traditional Christmas luncheon overlooking the river at the Wharf Tavern, Mooloolaba. Buffet style with all the trimmings in air conditioned comfort. Extensive medley of hot and cold dishes including seafood and of course Christmas pudding and other choices of dessert plus tea and coffee. Drinks at own expense. If Santa is not too busy he may call in!

Includes: Travel, morning tea, buffet lunch and gift.
Cost: Adults $179pp
Pick ups: Hervey Bay 7.15am Maryborough 8.00am
Set downs: Maryborough 5.30pm Hervey Bay 6.00pm

JANUARY DAY TOURS

NEW YEAR’S DAY CRUISING ON THE PACIFIC STAR MOOLOOLABA

Sunday 1st January 2012

Welcome in the New Year by having the time of your life. Kick back in style on board the „Pacific Star‟ for a two hour luncheon cruise on the idyllic waterways of the Sunshine Coast. Share the day with likeminded travellers and raise a toast to 2012 at the licensed bar (drinks own expense).

Cost: $119pp Includes: Travel, morning tea, cruise and lunch.
Pick Ups: Hervey Bay 8.15am Maryborough 9.00am
Set Downs: Maryborough 6.00pm Hervey Bay 6.30pm

SUNSHINE PLAZA SALES or AUSTRALIA ZOO

Wednesday 4th January 2012

You choose, either hit the shops for the after Christmas bargains or relax and enjoy the great attractions and shows at Australia Zoo.
Please advise at time of booking.

Zoo Cost: Adults $125pp Pens $114pp Children (u/15) $102pp
Includes: Travel and entry.

Plaza Cost: Adults $54pp Child (u/15) $36pp
Includes: Travel only.

Pick Ups: Hervey Bay 6.45am Maryborough 7.30am
Set Downs: Maryborough 7.00pm Hervey Bay 7.30pm

MALENY & MONTVILLE MEANDERING

Sunday 8th January 2012
Meandering is a wonderful pastime, especially through the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. Enjoy morning tea at Kenilworth, then soak up the quaint atmosphere of Maleny and Montville. Maybe you are interested in the Cuckoo Clock Centre, perhaps pottery and handcrafts are more your thing, or sweet treats from the chocolate or candy shops; there is so much to choose from. Purchase your lunch at one of the many venues. Stop at the Ginger Factory on our way home.

Cost: $64pp Includes: Travel and morning tea.
Pick Ups: Hervey Bay 6.45am Maryborough 7.30am
Set Downs: Maryborough 5.00pm Hervey Bay 5.30pm

BROTHER’S BINGO or A DAY OUT IN BUNDY

Wednesday 11th January 2012

OPTION 1. Enjoy Bingo at the Brother‟s Sports Club. Eyes down from 10.00am until 12.30pm. Enjoy a leisurely two course lunch at the club before boarding the coach and heading to Sugarland Shopping Centre for an hour of retail therapy.

Depart: 3.00pm for return.
Includes: Travel and lunch.
Cost: $58pp
Pick Ups: Hervey Bay 7.15am. Maryborough 8.00am
Set Downs: Maryborough 4.30pm. Hervey Bay 5.00pm.

OPTION 2. A day out shopping in Sugarland Shopping Centre.

Depart: 3.00pm for return.
Includes:
Travel only.
Cost: $39pp
Pick Ups: Hervey Bay 7.15am. Maryborough 8.00am
Set Downs: Maryborough 4.30pm. Hervey Bay 5.00pm.

MARY VALLEY RATTLER SUMMER HOLIDAY SPECIAL

Sunday 15th January 2012

Book early for this school holiday special. Ride the Heritage Steam Railway along the scenic Mary Valley…you wouldn‟t want to miss out on this great day! Lunch is supplied at the Imbil Railway Hotel then board the Valley Rattler for a memorable journey through curves, gradients, Bridges and one tunnel. Enjoy a lovely day on one of Qld‟s most scenic railways!

Cost: Adults $94pp Children (u/15) $79pp
Includes: Morning tea, lunch and train ride.
Pick Ups: Hervey Bay 7.15am Maryborough 8.00am
Set Downs: Maryborough 5.30pm Hervey Bay 6.00pm

PARROTS IN PARADISE

Thursday 19th January 2012

Come and delight in this great attraction…Parrots in Paradise on the Sunshine Coast! See Dail Malins and her amazing performing parrots in a wonderful show that is both informative and highly entertaining. The surrounds are picturesque and the parrots delightfully funny, take your Camera for photos. Lunch is included during our visit with scenic touring in the afternoon.

Cost: $86pp
Includes: Travel, morning tea, show and lunch.
Pick Ups: Hervey Bay 7.00am Maryborough 7.45am
Set Downs: Maryborough 5.00pm Hervey Bay 5.30pm

GOLD COAST SCHOOL HOLIDAY SPECIALDREAMWORLD / SEAWORLD or HARBOUR TOWN DISCOUNT SHOPPING

Sunday 22nd January 2012

Choose a Gold Coast Theme Park (entry own expense) OR spend the day at Harbour Town Discount Shopping Complex.
Note: Please advise option at time of booking.

Cost: $85pp Includes: Travel only.
Pick Ups: Hervey Bay 5.00am Maryborough 5.45am
Set Downs: Maryborough 9.30pm Hervey Bay 10.00pm

AUSTRALIA DAY MYSTERY

Thursday 26th January 2012

Celebrate Australia Day with us but we can‟t tell you where! Join us for an “Aussie” day out. Morning tea and lunch provided.

Cost: $89pp
Includes: Travel, morning tea and lunch.
Pick Ups: Hervey Bay 8.00am Maryborough 8.45am
Set Downs: Maryborough 4.00pm Hervey Bay 4.30pm