Featuring Grafton’s Jacaranda Festival
9 Days
27 October to 4 November 2026
Active
$5,555pptw
111 villabucks
Featuring Grafton’s Jacaranda Festival
Tour along the legendary Pacific Coast on a fabulous nine-day holiday this spring. Discover the diverse coastline of northern New South Wales and the vibrant jacaranda blossoms of Grafton. Travelling from Ballina to Sydney, weave your way through charming coastal towns and a World Heritage Listed rainforest. This inspiring road trip offers spectacular coastal scenery, tropical produce, outdoor adventures, marine life, history and so much more.
Itinerary
Day 1. Perth to Brisbane (D)
We collect you from home and transfer you to Perth Airport for the flight to Brisbane. Upon arrival you are transferred to your hotel where a delicious dinner awaits as your adventure begins.
One night: Brisbane International Virginia.
Day 2. Tropical Fruit and Byron Bay (BD)
This morning, cross into NSW and start with a visit Tropical Fruit World to discover over 500 unique fruit varieties on a plantation tour complete with tastings. Continue to Byron Bay before visiting Cape Byron Lighthouse, the most easterly point of mainland Australia. Travel on to Ballina via the beautiful coastal route and stop for a photo at the iconic Big Prawn.
Two nights: The Islander Resort, Ballina.
Day 3. The Hinterlands (BD)
Begin your day at the Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum before travelling into the hinterland to Summerland House, a working avocado and macadamia farm. Enjoy morning tea in this picturesque setting before heading to the Lismore Rainforest Botanic Gardens for a guided walk. Return to Ballina to relax before dinner.
Day 4. Coffs Harbour (BLD)
Travel south to the volunteer-run New Italy Museum for morning tea before continuing to Coffs Harbour. Visit the Dutch-themed Clog Barn for lunch and a charming miniature village experience. Explore the National Cartoon Gallery before a fun stop at the Big Banana. Dinner is enjoyed at your hotel.
Two nights: Opal Cove Resort, Coffs Harbour.
Day 5. Jacaranda Festival (BD)
This morning visit the Remember When Cottage Museum for an insight into local agricultural history. Continue to the famous Grafton Jacaranda Festival, where streets and parks are transformed by spectacular jacaranda blossoms. Enjoy free time for lunch and to explore the colourful festivities before returning to Coffs Harbour for dinner.
Day 6. Coffs Harbour to Port Macquarie (BD)
Journey to Nambucca Heads for scenic coastal lookouts before a morning break at Belwood Park. Continue to the Trial Bay Gaol for a fascinating tour, then enjoy lunch at leisure in South West Rocks. Visit the Slim Dusty Centre to explore the life of this much-loved Australian icon before arriving in Port Macquarie for dinner.
Two nights: Waters Edge, Port Macquarie.
Day 7. Timbertown and Koala Hospital (BLD)
Step back in time at Timbertown Heritage Park, where the recreated pioneer village brings history to life through steam trains, bullock displays and heritage crafts. After lunch at the Sea Acres Rainforest Centre, visit the Koala Hospital and Research Centre for a guided experience. Enjoy free time this afternoon before dinner at your hotel.
Day 8. Port Macquarie to Central Coast (BLD)
Travel south to the National Motorcycle Museum in Nabiac, home to Australia’s largest collection of vintage and classic bikes. Continue to Newcastle for lunch and a visit to the Newcastle Memorial Walk overlooking the dramatic coastline. Later, travel to the Central Coast for dinner and an overnight stay.
One night: The Quarters on Forresters Beach.
Day 9. Central Coast to Sydney (BL)
This morning visit the Hawkesbury River to board the Riverboat Postman lunch cruise. Operating since 1910, this working mail boat delivers post to river-access-only homes while offering an enriching cruise through stunning waterways. After lunch on board, continue to Sydney Airport for your return journey to Perth.
Itinerary is subject to change. Terms and conditions apply. Call 08 9754 2026 for details.
Guide: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
eg. BLD indicates three meals included on that day of the itinerary.
PPTW is per person twinshare accommodation.
Dates & Pricing
$5,555pptw
$860 single option
Highlights
• Pacific Coast route from Brisbane to Sydney with sweeping ocean views
• Tantalising Tropical Fruit World showcasing over 500 exotic fruits
• Beautiful Byron Bay and the iconic Cape Byron Lighthouse
• Lismore and character-filled Bangalow
• Macadamia farm tour amongst rich coastal farmland
• Coffs Harbour for the Big Banana, clogs and Dutch-inspired miniatures
• Grafton’s vibrant jacaranda trees in full spring bloom
• Timbertown Heritage Park with recreated pioneer village life
• Slim Dusty Centre
• Koala Care and Research Centre for fascinating wildlife insight
• Hawkesbury River Cruise on the Riverboat Postman through scenic waterways
Inclusions
• Pre and post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)
• Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)
• 20 meals
• 8 nights’ accommodation
• Tours and attractions
• Professional Villa Tour Leader
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Dates & Pricing
Duration: 9 Days
Dates: 27 October to 4 November 2026
Activity Level: Active
$5,555pptw
$860 single option
Earn: 111 villabucks
Highlights
• Pacific Coast route from Brisbane to Sydney with sweeping ocean views
• Tantalising Tropical Fruit World showcasing over 500 exotic fruits
• Beautiful Byron Bay and the iconic Cape Byron Lighthouse
• Lismore and character-filled Bangalow
• Macadamia farm tour amongst rich coastal farmland
• Coffs Harbour for the Big Banana, clogs and Dutch-inspired miniatures
• Grafton’s vibrant jacaranda trees in full spring bloom
• Timbertown Heritage Park with recreated pioneer village life
• Slim Dusty Centre
• Koala Care and Research Centre for fascinating wildlife insight
• Hawkesbury River Cruise on the Riverboat Postman through scenic waterways
Inclusions
• Pre and post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)
• Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)
• 20 meals
• 8 nights’ accommodation
• Tours and attractions
• Professional Villa Tour Leader
Itinerary
Day 1. Perth to Brisbane (D)
We collect you from home and transfer you to Perth Airport for the flight to Brisbane. Upon arrival you are transferred to your hotel where a delicious dinner awaits as your adventure begins.
One night: Brisbane International Virginia.
Day 2. Tropical Fruit and Byron Bay (BD)
This morning, cross into NSW and start with a visit Tropical Fruit World to discover over 500 unique fruit varieties on a plantation tour complete with tastings. Continue to Byron Bay before visiting Cape Byron Lighthouse, the most easterly point of mainland Australia. Travel on to Ballina via the beautiful coastal route and stop for a photo at the iconic Big Prawn.
Two nights: The Islander Resort, Ballina.
Day 3. The Hinterlands (BD)
Begin your day at the Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum before travelling into the hinterland to Summerland House, a working avocado and macadamia farm. Enjoy morning tea in this picturesque setting before heading to the Lismore Rainforest Botanic Gardens for a guided walk. Return to Ballina to relax before dinner.
Day 4. Coffs Harbour (BLD)
Travel south to the volunteer-run New Italy Museum for morning tea before continuing to Coffs Harbour. Visit the Dutch-themed Clog Barn for lunch and a charming miniature village experience. Explore the National Cartoon Gallery before a fun stop at the Big Banana. Dinner is enjoyed at your hotel.
Two nights: Opal Cove Resort, Coffs Harbour.
Day 5. Jacaranda Festival (BD)
This morning visit the Remember When Cottage Museum for an insight into local agricultural history. Continue to the famous Grafton Jacaranda Festival, where streets and parks are transformed by spectacular jacaranda blossoms. Enjoy free time for lunch and to explore the colourful festivities before returning to Coffs Harbour for dinner.
Day 6. Coffs Harbour to Port Macquarie (BD)
Journey to Nambucca Heads for scenic coastal lookouts before a morning break at Belwood Park. Continue to the Trial Bay Gaol for a fascinating tour, then enjoy lunch at leisure in South West Rocks. Visit the Slim Dusty Centre to explore the life of this much-loved Australian icon before arriving in Port Macquarie for dinner.
Two nights: Waters Edge, Port Macquarie.
Day 7. Timbertown and Koala Hospital (BLD)
Step back in time at Timbertown Heritage Park, where the recreated pioneer village brings history to life through steam trains, bullock displays and heritage crafts. After lunch at the Sea Acres Rainforest Centre, visit the Koala Hospital and Research Centre for a guided experience. Enjoy free time this afternoon before dinner at your hotel.
Day 8. Port Macquarie to Central Coast (BLD)
Travel south to the National Motorcycle Museum in Nabiac, home to Australia’s largest collection of vintage and classic bikes. Continue to Newcastle for lunch and a visit to the Newcastle Memorial Walk overlooking the dramatic coastline. Later, travel to the Central Coast for dinner and an overnight stay.
One night: The Quarters on Forresters Beach.
Day 9. Central Coast to Sydney (BL)
This morning visit the Hawkesbury River to board the Riverboat Postman lunch cruise. Operating since 1910, this working mail boat delivers post to river-access-only homes while offering an enriching cruise through stunning waterways. After lunch on board, continue to Sydney Airport for your return journey to Perth.
Itinerary is subject to change. Terms and conditions apply. Call 08 9754 2026 for details.
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B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
eg. BLD indicates three meals included on that day of the itinerary.
PPTW is per person twinshare accommodation.
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