Villa Carlotta Travel's 2022 July holiday magazine

Escorted Australian Holidays JULY 2022

Western Australia Tours Pages 6-25

Interstate Adventures Pages 28 -39

Image: Lake Argyle, near Kununurra - Tourism WA

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Independent Travel Deals Pages 26 & 27

30

Years

of unforgettable escorted holidays for Western Australian travellers over 55

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Who knew buying a ‘boarding house’ for elderly people would inspire a senior travel company crossing all continents, running hundreds of tours annually and creating memories for thousands of Western Australians over 55?

My parents Jim and Jane Cummins purchased Villa Carlotta Hotel (now Ithaca Manor) in 1979 and in 1985 began connecting people from the Australind train in Bunbury to Busselton, offering lovely accommodation, great food and an abundance of warm, honest hospitality.

We introduced them to the delights of the beautiful South West, inspired people to share unique and fascinating stories and created a large fun filled family. From the moment I started tour leading and cooking for guests in 1992, I knew many more fantastic years of laughter, friendships and most importantly holidays were yet to come.

The more our wonderful travellers suggested new holiday destinations, the more our tours grew. Having started by exploring the South West and staying at Villa Carlotta, we quickly began connecting our loyal customers to Victoria, New South Wales, Tasmania, Northern Territory, South Australia, ACT and Queensland on Villa Carlotta Tours.

Before we knew it, we were off to Singapore, then Europe, China, Canada and the rest of the world! Having handed much of the everyday order of things over to our now Managing Director Matt Walker, I am honoured to say Villa Carlotta Travel continues to be locally based in Busselton and still owned by myself and Matt and his family in 2022.

I’ve been involved in many aspects of Villa Carlotta Travel throughout the years, from cooking lunches to renovating guest suites, however my favourite part has always been meeting and

Thank you for creating precious memories with us at Villa.

spending time with you all, our dear travellers. I’m forever grateful for all the excellent stories, wisdom, humour and joy each and every one of you who have travelled with Villa over the last 30 years bring to my life.

Thank you for creating precious memories with us at Villa. Of course it is our loyal customers who help guide where our next tour will go and you all inspire our Villa team to make the most of every day and explore this amazing world with friends and loved ones.

Looking back on our Villa archives brings back so many wonderful memories! I encourage you to gather your holiday souvenirs and share them with friends and family to celebrate the moments we have all created over 30 memorable years. If you have any photos, postcards, poems or perhaps even ticket stubs you wish to share with the team at Villa to mark this anniversary, please don’t hesitate to take a photo and send them to our friendly office team by emailing travel@villa.com.au. We also love seeing your memories on Facebook. If you’re online, don’t forget to tag @villacarlottatravel when you post so we can enjoy them too.

The remainder of Villa’s 30th year looks refreshing for travel throughout Australia AND overseas. I’m ducking to Italy with my husband Con and seriously resisting the urge to book one of the delightful European river cruises on page 26 of this magazine as a little side adventure.

Happy 30th everyone!

Margaret Buswell Director

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Contents Western Australia tours

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Browse our range of tours in this magazine.

Visit www.villa.com.au or call 1800 066 272 for further information.

Select the tours you are keen to join.

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August to December

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Let’s get you on your way Your fully escorted holiday includes Courtesy home collection & drop off from Perth/ Mandurah/ Metropolitan areas (Regional home collection available upon request)

Quality ground, air & sea transport (where applicable) Cooked breakfasts & dinners daily All attractions & entrance fees as per itinerary Professional, friendly & caring Tour Leaders/ Coach Crew Local specialist guides (where applicable) Gratuities & visas (conditions apply) Pre-departure meetings for international holidays

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The tour leader and coach driver were friendly, professional and also had a good sense of fun. We thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of the tour, would recommend this company without question

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Villa just brings so much happiness to so many mature travellers like myself who can enjoy a trip away feeling safe

Pick Your

Holiday Style

Classic holidays are our original holidays.

A good old fashioned, all the trimmings escorted holiday. Activity levels vary from relaxed to active.

Just for Singles holidays are for solo travellers.

These tours are a fantastic way to travel with like-minded travellers in safety and comfort.

Choose to travel by yourself, bring a friend or we can assist you in finding a travelling companion to share a room.

Discovery holidays are for more active adventurers.

Discovery holidays cater for the more adventurous, active and culturally inquisitive travellers who are looking to get off the beaten track. These tour groups range in size from 10 to 20 guests.

Holiday Your Way is for the independent traveller.

If you’re looking to travel under your own steam, our travel agency Holiday Your Way can book your personalised holiday itinerary. Karen can assist with everything from flights to where to eat at night. Visit page 26 for more information.

Tour Activity Levels

A guide to which tours may suit you

With such a diverse collection of travel options at Villa, we want to ensure you choose the right holiday for you.

The foot icons next to a tour in this magazine provide a guide to the required fitness level for each Villa holiday.

Relaxed

Suitable for travellers with low mobility.

You will be required to embark/disembark coaches, trains and other transport via steps unaided. You must be able to carry your own luggage and walk short distances. Stairs may need to be negotiated at times. Travellers with walking aids (sticks and walkers) are welcome and those requiring accompanying assistance and/or carer may consider these holidays.

Moderate

Required to walk confidently and unaided. Expect guided walking tours of attractions with occasional inclines and stair climbs, some long days and multiple hotel changes during the holiday. Your accommodation may require access via stairs, a short walk to reach hotel facilities and have showers over baths.

Active

Requires some fitness. Involves longer days filled with activities, excursions requiring standing and walking for extended periods of time and nature-based activities. You will be required to walk confidently over uneven ground and surfaces at a timely pace.

Highly Active

Requires good general fitness. Excursions will be over more difficult terrain and require a certain level of agility. You will be required to walk confidently for up to three hours over uneven surfaces including soft sand, rocks and creek crossings. Some itineraries will explore remote locations.

Challenging

A high level of fitness is required. Tours have an emphasis on active pursuits and often explore remote locations which are challenging to access. You will be required to walk confidently for up to six or more hours per day and have experience in outdoor pursuits.

TOURS WITH

Second departure >> Third departure >>>

Western Australia Tours 2022 Departing August

Date

Page

Coral Coast Treasures

12 – 21 Aug 8

North West Spectacular

13 – 22 Aug 8

>> Second departure

25 Aug – 3 Sep

Nannup Flower & Garden Festival

18 – 22 Aug 9

Mount Augustus

19 – 26 Aug 9

Northern Goldfield Riches

25 – 29 Aug 10

Mid West Wildflowers

26 – 30 Aug 10

>> Second departure

16 – 20 Sep

Golden Outback Triangle

29 Aug – 3 Sep

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Departing September Wooleen Station

3 – 8 Sep 11

West Coast Wildflower Explorer

3 – 9 Sep 12

>> Second departure

17 – 23 Sep

>>> Third departure

27 Sep – 3 Oct

Broome - Jewel of the North

10 – 15 Sep 13

>> Second departure

9 – 14 Oct

Goldfields & the Prospector Rail Journey

12 – 16 Sep 13

>> Second departure

10 – 14 Oct

Wildflowers on the Southern Coast

12 – 17 Sep 13

Gems of the South West

19 – 22 Sep 14

Cervantes Wildflowers

23 – 26 Sep 14

Departing October

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Hyden & the Wheatbelt Wildflower Trail

4 -7 Oct

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Cervantes & Kalbarri Wildflowers

5 – 9 Oct

Kalbarri Wildflowers

10 – 14 Oct 15

Albany Great Southern

12 – 17 Oct

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Western Australia Tours 2022 Departing October

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Delightful Denmark & Picturesque Pemberton

18 – 24 Oct 17

>> Second departure

8 – 14 Nov

Busselton Music Hall Spectacular

20 – 23 Oct

Southern Wildflowers & Wave Rock

20 – 24 Oct 17

Spectacular South West

31 Oct – 5 Nov 17

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Departing November Majestic Southern Forests

1 – 4 Nov 18

Collie River Valley

1 – 4 Nov 18

Silo Art Trail

14 – 19 Nov 18

Esperance & Bremer Bay

14 - 20 Nov 19

Villa 30 year Anniversary Tour

28 Nov – 1 Dec 19

>> Second departure

29 Nov - 2 Dec

Departing December Cherry Time Getaway, Busselton

1 – 3 Dec

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Cherry Time Getaway, Busselton

6 – 8 Dec 20

Manjimup Cherry Harmony Festival

7 – 11 Dec 21

South West Cherry Time

12 – 16 Dec

Christmas in Bridgetown

22 – 26 Dec

Christmas in Albany

23 – 27 Dec 22

Christmas in Esperance

23 – 28 Dec 22

Christmas in Busselton

24 – 28 Dec 22

New Year in Albany

29 Dec – 2 Jan 23

New Year in Pemberton

30 Dec – 2 Jan 23

New Year in Busselton

31 Dec – 3 Jan 23

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10 DAYS Highlights

Coral Coast Treasures Featuring two UNESCO World Heritage Areas

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Travel through two UNESCO World Heritage Areas with us on this fabulous road trip along Western Australia’s Coral Coast. Discover the unique landscapes and myriad of marine life of the Shark Bay World Heritage Area, as well as the gorges and underwater wonderland of the Ningaloo Coast World Heritage Area on this tenday holiday. Delight in wonderful wildlife encounters along the way, from dolphins frolicking near the shore at Monkey Mia to rare black-footed rock wallabies in Yardie Creek Gorge.

Day 1. Perth to Kalbarri Day 2. Wilderness cruise Day 3. Ocean Park Aquarium Day 4. Shark Bay wilderness Day 5. Monkey Mia to Exmouth Day 6. Cape Range National Park Day 7. Ningaloo Marine Park, Coral Bay Day 8. Carnarvon Day 9. Carnarvon to Geraldton Day10. Geraldton to Perth

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Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) 22 meals 9 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

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Kalbarri Wilderness cruise Kalbarri National Park & Skywalk Monkey Mia dolphins Stromatolites of Hamelin Pool Shell Beach Ocean Park Aquarium Shark Bay wildlife cruise Francois Peron National Park Exmouth & Cape Range National Park Yardie Creek cruise Coral viewing cruise, Coral Bay Carnarvon Space & Technology Museum

Bookings & Enquiries Phone: Email: Web:

1800 066 272 travel@villa.com.au villa.com.au

Dates & Prices $ Price:

Date: Earn:

3,995

pptw $820 single option Fri 12 to Sun 21 Aug 2022 80 villabucks

10 DAYS Highlights

North West Spectacular Featuring Karijini National Park & Ningaloo Reef

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Visit Western Australia’s North West to explore the Pilbara’s rust-red desert and ancient gorges, as well as Ningaloo Reef’s unspoilt beaches and myriad of marine life.

Day 1. Perth to Dalwallinu Day 2. Dalwallinu to Meekatharra Day 3. Meekatharra to Newman Day 4. Karijini National Park Day 5. Karijini National Park Day 6. Karijini to Exmouth Day 7. Cape Range National Park Day 8. Coral Bay Day 9. Carnarvon to Geraldton Day 10. Geraldton to Perth

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Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) 21 meals 9 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

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Karijini National Park Dales & Joffre Gorges Karijini Eco Retreat stay Yardie Creek gorge cruise Ningaloo Coast World Heritage Area Cape Range National Park Exmouth Gulf Bullara & Wooramel Stations Coral Bay coral viewing cruise New Norcia guided tour Pastoral & gold mining history Mount Whaleback iron ore mine tour

Bookings & Enquiries Phone: Email: Web:

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Dates & Prices $ Price:

Date:

Earn:

4,195

pptw $815 single option Sat 13 to Mon 22 Aug 2022 Thu 25 Aug to Sat 3 Sep 2022 84 villabucks

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5 DAYS

Highlights • • • • • • •

Bookings & Enquiries

The Nannup Flower & Garden Festival

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Join us for a fabulous five-day break to the beautiful South West for the 2022 Nannup Flower and Garden Festival. See the streets of Nannup bursting with all the colour and creativity of the festival’s magnificent floral displays, before touring through the stunning Margaret River Wine Region.

Region produce Day 5. Busselton to Perth

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Dates & Prices $

Featuring Nannup & the stunning Margaret River Wine Region

Day 1. Perth to Busselton Day 2. Nannup Flower & Garden Festival Day 3. Cape Naturaliste Day 4. Margaret River Wine

Fairbridge Village Nannup Flower & Garden Festival Nannup Garden Festival Village Holberry House & Gardens Anniebrook Flower & Wine Emporium Olio Bello & The Berry Farm Margaret River Wine Region

Price:

Dates: Earn:

1,385

pptw $205 single option Thu 18 to Mon 22 Aug 2022 28 villabucks

Inclusions • • • • •

Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) 9 meals 4 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

Image: Tourism WA

8 DAYS

Highlights

• Midday Prayer with the monks, New Norcia • New Norcia Museum & Art Gallery • New Norcia guided tour • Mount Augustus National Park • Carnarvon Space & Technology Museum • 4WD coach

Bookings & Enquiries Phone: Email: Web:

Mount Augustus

Dates & Prices $

Featuring Sir Charles Kingsford Smith’s 1924 mail run route Trace the original route of Sir Charles Kingsford Smith’s 1924 mail run, witness the world’s largest rock and relish in the freshness of the fruit bowl of Carnarvon in this eight-day adventure.

Day 1. Perth to Dalwallinu Day 2. Dalwallinu to Meekatharra Day 3. Meekatharra to Mount Augustus Day 4. Exploring Mount Augustus Day 5. Mount Augustus to Carnarvon Day 6. Carnarvon Day 7. Carnarvon to Geraldton Day 8. Geraldton to Perth

1800 066 272

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1800 066 272 travel@villa.com.au villa.com.au

Price:

Date: Earn:

3,380

pptw $550 single option Fri 19 to Fri 26 Aug 2022 68 villabucks

Inclusions • • • • •

Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) 19 meals 7 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

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5 DAYS

Highlights • • • • • • •

Golden Heritage Trail coach journey Super Pit lookout Hannan’s North Tourist Mine Kalgoorlie Boulder Museum Golden Quest Discovery Trail Gormley Sculptures Lake Ballard Prospector train journey (one way)

Bookings & Enquiries

Northern Goldfield Riches Featuring the Prospector & Lake Ballard

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Take an outback adventure to discover the rich history of one of the world’s greatest gold rushes and view the world-famous Gormley Sculptures at Lake Ballard.

Day 1. Perth to Kalgoorlie Day 2. The Golden Mile Day 3. Golden Quest Discovery Trail Day 4. Lake Ballard & Antony Gormley sculptures Day 5. Prospector train to Perth

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Dates & Prices $ Price:

Date: Earn:

1,550

pptw with Prospector

From free pass $240 single option Thu 25 to Mon 29 Aug 2022 33 villabucks

Inclusions • • • • •

Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) 10 meals 4 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

5 DAYS

Highlights • • • • • • •

Specialist wildflower guide Gravity Discovery Centre Coalseam Conservation Park Chapman Valley Geraldton St Francis Xavier Cathedral HMAS Sydney II Memorial

Bookings & Enquiries

Mid West Wildflowers

Featuring HMAS Sydney II Memorial & Chapman Valley

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Image: Tourism WA

This feature-packed five-day tour combines the beautiful annual wildflower season with the wonders of the Batavia Coast. View carpets of colourful everlastings in the Coalseam Conservation Park and see rare wreath flowers with our expert wildflower guide. Explore historic landmarks in Geraldton and Mullewa and return home via Coomberdale.

Day 1. Perth to Geraldton Day 2. Chapman Valley Day 3. Wildflower Guide & Mullewa Day 4. Historic Geraldton & Northampton

Day 5. Geraldton to Perth

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Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) 11 meals 4 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

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Dates & Prices $ Price:

Date:

Earn:

1,635

pptw $295 single option Fri 26 to Tue 30 Aug 2022 Fri 16 to Tue 20 Sep 2022 33 villabucks

Please note the appearance of wildflowers is a natural event, which is dependent on rainfall and is therefore not guaranteed.

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Highlights • • • • • •

The Prospector train journey (one way) Super Pit lookout Cape Le Grand National Park touring Esperance Stonehenge Wave Rock & Hyden Use your Transwa free pass to save

Bookings & Enquiries

Golden Outback Triangle Featuring the Prospector rail journey

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Image: Tourism WA

Travel the Golden Outback from Kalgoorlie to Esperance and Hyden for a memorable blend of history and legend, vast open expanses and splendid scenery.

Day 1. Prospector train journey Day 2. Richest square mile on earth Day 3. Kalgoorlie to Esperance Day 4. Cape Le Grand National Park Day 5. Esperance to Hyden Day 6. Wave Rock & homeward bound

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Dates & Prices $ Price:

Dates: Earn:

1,915

pptw with Prospector

From free pass $335 single option Mon 29 Aug to Sat 3 Sep 2022 41 villabucks

Inclusions • • • • •

Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) 12 meals 5 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

6 DAYS

Highlights • • • • • • •

Four-wheel-drive coach journey Guided tour, Gingin Cervantes & Lake Thetis Wooleen Station guided tour Wooleen Station sunset tour Melangata Station lunch New Norcia guided tour

Bookings & Enquiries Phone: Email: Web:

Wooleen Station

Featuring Wooleen Station & the Murchison region’s wildlife & wetlands Experience life on the remote and ruggedly beautiful Wooleen Station in the outback of Western Australia. This unique eco-tourism station in the Murchison region is over a quarter of a million acres in size and filled with wildlife and wetlands.

You will meet the people who live and work here, and experience the National Trust Listed property which includes tours, a woolshed, blacksmith shop, homestead and Heritage Listed wetlands.

Day 1. Perth to Cervantes Day 2. Wooleen Station Day 3. Wooleen Station Day 4. Wooleen Station Day 5. Melangata Station Day 6. New Norcia 1800 066 272

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Dates: Earn:

2,880

pptw $230 single option Sat 3 to Thu 8 Sept 2022 58 villabucks

Inclusions • • • • •

Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) 15 meals 5 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain VILLA CARLOTTA TRAVEL 2022 HOLIDAY MAGAZINE

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West Coast Wildflower Explorer Featuring Monkey Mia & the Batavia Coast

What better reason to pack your suitcase than for the northern spring climate, the annual explosion of wildflowers and the unique natural wonders of the west coast? Travel to the edge of Western Australia’s vast station country, home to a wide variety of wildflowers, including the renowned Wreath Leschenaultia. Delight in the display of everlastings that carpet the rugged Coalseam Reserve, and explore Kalbarri and Shark Bay. Day 1. Perth to Kalbarri

We collect you from home for the journey north. Travel along the wildflower-rich coastal plains through Dongara, historic Greenough and Geraldton en route to Kalbarri. Overnight: Kalbarri Edge Resort, Kalbarri (D)

Day 2. Wildflower guide, Kalbarri National Park

Spend the day with a local wildflower guide to view the abundance of blooms in Kalbarri.

Visit the Kalbarri National Park to see the ancient Murchison River Gorges and travel along Kalbarri’s dramatically beautiful coastline. Overnight: Kalbarri Edge Resort, Kalbarri (BLD)

Day 3. Kalbarri to Shark Bay

Today, we continue our journey north to the Shark Bay World Heritage Area, stopping along the way to see the ancient Stromatolites of Hamelin Pool, which are the world’s oldest living organisms. Overnight: Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort, Monkey Mia (BLD)

Day 5. Shark Bay to Geraldton

Get a close look at the region’s amazing marine life at the Shark Bay Ocean Park Aquarium, including loggerhead turtles, tiger sharks and sea snakes. Then it’s all aboard for the journey south to Geraldton. Overnight: Best Western Hospitality Inn, Geraldton (BD)

Day 6. Wildflower guide, Coalseam Reserve

An experienced wildflower guide will join us for the day. Admire the everlastings of the Coalseam Reserve, visit Mullewa and keep your eyes peeled for the unique and rare Wreath Leschenaultia. Overnight: Best Western Hospitality Inn, Geraldton (BLD)

Day 7. Geraldton to Perth

Travel south via the Alexander Morrison and Watheroo National Parks to Moora and enjoy a farewell lunch. Upon arrival in Perth we will see you safely home. (BL)

Day 4. Shark Bay marine life

Stand by the sea at Monkey Mia this morning to witness wild dolphins visit the shore, then visit the Dolphin Information Centre before boarding a wildlife cruise to explore the sheltered waters of Shark Bay. Later, visit the Shark Bay Interpretive Centre to learn about shipwrecks, explorers and the marine environment. Overnight: Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort, Monkey Mia (BLD)

Image: Tourism WA

7 DAYS Highlights

• Specialist Wildflower guide in Kalbarri & Geraldton • Shark Bay World Heritage Area • Francois Peron Peninsula • Monkey Mia dolphins • Mullewa & Coalseam Reserve • Hamelin Pool Stromatolites • Murchison River Gorge • Greenough & Geraldton

Inclusions

▶ Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, Western Australia) ▶ 17 meals ▶ 6 nights’ accommodation ▶ Tours & attractions ▶ Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

Bookings & Enquiries Phone: Email: Web:

1800 066 272 travel@villa.com.au villa.com.au

Dates & Prices $ Price:

Date:

Earn:

2,615

pptw $650 single option Sat 3 to Fri 9 Sep 2022 Sat 17 to Fri 23 Sep 2022 Tue 27 Sep to Mon 3 Oct 2022 52 villabucks

Please note the appearance of wildflowers is a natural event, which is dependent on rainfall and is therefore not guaranteed.

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Broome - Jewel of the North Featuring Staircase to the Moon

Soak up some winter sunshine in Broome’s tropical surroundings and explore some of the North West’s most dramatically beautiful landscapes.

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Broome Staircase to the Moon Yawuru Centre Willie Creek Pearl Farm Pearling history & industry tours Broome Tramway Co. Historical tour Malcolm Douglas Crocodile Park & Animal Refuge Gantheaume Point Cultural experience Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) Airfares & taxes (ex Perth, WA) 11 meals 5 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader

6 Days Dates & Prices Price:

Dates:

Earn:

3,095

$

From pptw $525 single option Sat 10 to Thu 15 Sep 2022 Sun 9 to Fri 14 Oct 2022 62 villabucks

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Goldfields & the Prospector Rail Journey Featuring return trip on The Prospector

This relaxing Goldfields getaway will take you through regional heritage buildings, museums and the historic towns of one of the world’s greatest gold rushes on this five-day holiday through Western Australia’s rugged outback.

Highlights & Inclusions

• Return journey on the Prospector train Perth to Kalgoorlie • Super Pit lookout • Museum of the Goldfields • Golden Quest Discovery Trail • Leonora • Kookynie • Coolgardie • Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) • 9 meals • 4 nights’ accommodation • Tours & attractions • Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

5 Days Dates & Prices Price:

Dates:

Earn:

1,455

$

pptw with Prospector

free pass From $255 single option Mon 12 to Fri 16 Sep 2022 Mon 10 to Fri 14 Oct 2022 34 villabucks

Wildflowers on the Southern Coast Featuring the Ravensthorpe Wildflower Show

The stunning south coast beckons this wildflower season! Share the sights and scenery on this wonderful six-day tour. Enjoy one night in Hyden, two nights in Esperance and finish with two nights in Albany to see Western Australia’s magnificent wildflowers.

Highlights & Inclusions • • • • • • • • • • •

Wave Rock Wildflower Shoppe Cape Le Grand National Park Esperance Bird Park Ravensthorpe Wildflower Show Stirling Range National Park Local on-board wildflower guide Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) 12 meals 5 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

1800 066 272

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6 Days Dates & Prices Price:

Date: Earn:

1,720

$

pptw

$315 single option Mon 12 to Sat 17 Sep 2022 34 villabucks

Please note the appearance of wildflowers is a natural event, which is dependent on rainfall and is therefore not guaranteed.

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4 DAYS

Highlights • • • • • • •

Margaret River Wine Region Olio Bello The Berry Farm Margaret River Chocolate Company Hippo Lakes Ambergate guided wildflower walk Cape Naturaliste

Bookings & Enquiries Phone: Email: Web:

Gems of the South West Featuring Margaret River’s finest produce

Image: Tourism WA

Stunning sights and gourmet delights await on this wonderful four-day tour of the Margaret River Wine Region. Sample delicious local produce and enjoy the beautiful range of wildflowers.

Day 1. Perth to Busselton Day 2. Margaret River Wine Region produce Day 3. South West wildflowers Day 4. Busselton to Perth

Inclusions • • • • •

Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) 7 meals 3 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

1800 066 272 travel@villa.com.au villa.com.au

Dates & Prices $ Price:

Date: Earn:

1,070

pptw $155 single option Mon 19 to Thu 22 Sep 2022 21 villabucks

Please note the appearance of wildflowers is a natural event, which is dependent on rainfall and is therefore not guaranteed.

4 DAYS

Highlights

• Specialist Wildflower guide • Gravity Discovery Centre - guided wildflower tour • Lake Thetis Thrombolites • Pinnacles of Nambung National Park • Lesueur National Park • Badgingarra National Park • The Lobster Shack

Bookings & Enquiries

Cervantes Wildflowers

Featuring The Pinnacles of the Nambung National Park Find yourself in a land of natural beauty on this four-day Cervantes spring sojourn. We will take day trips to the Lesueur and Badgingarra National Parks to view an abundance of seasonal wildflowers with an expert wildflower guide and walk amongst the world-famous Pinnacles of the Nambung National Park.

Day 1. Perth to Cervantes Day 2. Guided wildflower tour Day 3. Guided wildflower tour & The Pinnacles

Day 4. Cervantes to Perth

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Inclusions • • • • •

Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) 9 meals 3 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

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Dates & Prices $ Price:

Date: Earn:

1,490

guaranteed single room Share a room and save $205 Fri 23 to Mon 26 Sep 2022 26 villabucks

Please note the appearance of wildflowers is a natural event, which is dependent on rainfall and is therefore not guaranteed.

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Hyden & the Wheatbelt Wildflower Trail

Featuring Wave Rock, wildflowers & Tin Hourse Highway to Lake Grace Highlights & Inclusions • • • • • • • • • • • • •

4 Days

Wave Rock Wandilla Farm Homestead Wildflower Shoppe & Lace Place Tressie’s Museum Hippo’s Yawn Lake Grace Tin Horse Highway Corrigin Pioneer Museum Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) 7 meals 3 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

Dates & Prices Price:

Dates: Earn:

1,295

$

pptw $220 single option Tue 4 to Fri 7 Oct 2022 26 villabucks

Please note the appearance of wildflowers is a natural event, which is dependent on rainfall and is therefore not guaranteed.

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Cervantes & Kalbarri Wildflowers

Featuring The Lesueur, Badgingarra and Kalbarri National Parks Highlights & Inclusions

• Specialist Wildflower guide in both • Cervantes & Kalbarri • Gravity Discovery Centre - guided wildflower tour • Pinnacles of Nambung National Park • Lesueur National Park • Kalbarri National Park • Coomberdale Wildflower Farm

• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) • 11 meals

• 4 nights’ accommodation • Tours & attractions • Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

5 Days Dates & Prices Price:

Dates: Earn:

1,710

$

pptw $305 single option Wed 5 to Sun 9 Oct 2022 34 villabucks

Please note the appearance of wildflowers is a natural event, which is dependent on rainfall and is therefore not guaranteed.

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Kalbarri Wildflowers Featuring Murchison Gorge Cruise Highlights & Inclusions • • • • • • • • • •

The Pink Lake, Hutt Lagoon Historic Lynton Station Murchison Gorge Cruise Specialist wildflower guide Indian Ocean Drive Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) 12 meals 4 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

5 Days Dates & Prices Price:

Date: Earn:

1,695

$

pptw $330 single option Mon 10 to Fri 14 Oct 2022 34 villabucks

Please note the appearance of wildflowers is a natural event, which is dependent on rainfall and is therefore not guaranteed.

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Albany Great Southern

Featuring the National Anzac Centre & Historic Whaling Station The Great Southern region is home to some of Western Australia’s most dramatic landscapes and beautiful beaches. Join us to see the area’s iconic sights, taste local produce and admire local art. The area’s rich history comes to life on informative guided tours at historic attractions and quirky museums. We visit the incredibly moving National Anzac Centre, cruise the Kalgan River and meet colourful locals on this fabulous six-day tour of the region.

Day 1. Perth to Albany

We collect you from home and transfer you to the luxury coach. On the journey south, cross the Darling Ranges and travel through the Wheatbelt via Williams. Overnight each night: Ace Accommodation, Albany

Day 2. The National Anzac Centre & Albany’s historic sights

Explore the Princess Royal Fortress Military Museum starting at the summit for spectacular views below. The highlight will be the award-winning National Anzac Centre.

Following lunch take a guided tour of the Albany Entertainment Centre and visit the Museum of the Great Southern.

Day 3. Wildlife & history cruise

Stretch your legs at Middleton Beach then take a wildlife and history cruise. From Emu Point, cruise Oyster Harbour and the ancient Kalgan River. Meet Percy the pelican, watch giant rays through the boat’s glass bottom and enjoy a funny live commentary including poetry and Anzac legends. The afternoon is then at leisure.

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Day 4. Denmark & Greens Pool

Enjoy morning tea and visit an artisan chocolatier in Denmark. Travelling on, sample local produce at the Denmark Good Food Factory and enjoy a delicious lunch at The Lake House Denmark and visit the famous Greens Pool.

Day 5. Discovery Bay & Bush Gallery

Join the fascinating tour of Albany’s Historic Whaling Station at Discovery Bay, then tour the spectacular coastline of the Torndirrup National Park. In the afternoon, entice your senses at the Mount Romance Sandalwood Factory and drop by Darrel Radcliffe’s bush gallery, where wooden carvings of all sizes and shapes are scattered throughout the natural bush setting.

Day 6. Albany to Perth

Commence the journey to Perth and stop on the way for lunch in Quindanning. Upon arrival in Perth we will see you safely home.

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6 DAYS Highlights • • • • • •

Denmark & Greens Pool Chocolate, toffee & tastings Darrel Radcliffe’s Bush Gallery The National Anzac Centre Wildlife & history cruise Albany’s Historic Whaling Station at Discovery Bay • Torndirrup National Park

Inclusions

▶ Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, Western Australia) ▶ 12 meals ▶ 5 nights’ accommodation ▶ Tours & attractions ▶ Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

Bookings & Enquiries Phone: Email: Web:

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Dates & Prices $ Price:

Date: Earn:

1,840

pptw $275 single option Wed 12 to Mon 17 Oct 2022 37 villabucks

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Delightful Denmark & Picturesque Pemberton Highlights & Inclusions • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

7 Days

Greens Pool Dates & Prices Lunch at The Lake House Chocolate, truffles & preserves $ Walpole cruise Price: pptw Walpole Wilderness Discovery Centre

$325 single option Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk Date: Tue 18 to Mon 24 Oct 2022 Pemberton Tramway Co ride

Tue 8 to Mon 14 Nov 2022 D’Entrecasteaux National Park Earn: 43 villabucks Donnelly River cruise Lost Lake wine tastings Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) 14 meals 6 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

2,150

Busselton Music Hall Spectacular Highlights & Inclusions • • • • • • • • • •

4 Days

Music Hall performance Dates & Prices Olio Bello The Berry Farm $ Margaret River Chocolate Factory Price: pptw Anniebrook Wine & Flower Emporium

$155 single option Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) Dates: Thu 20 to Sun 23 Oct 2022 7 meals Earn: 28 villabucks 3 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

1,395

Southern Wildflowers & Wave Rock Highlights & Inclusions • • • • • • • • • • • •

5 Days

Albany Dates & Prices Kalgan River cruise Stirling Range National Park $ Experienced local wildflower guide Price: pptw Yongergnow Australian Malleefowl Centre

$255 single option Bremer Bay Date: Thu 20 to Mon 24 Oct 2022 Wave Rock & the Wildflower Shoppe Earn: 33 villabucks Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) 10 meals 4 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

1,660

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Spectacular South West Highlights & Inclusions

6 Days

• Mandurah Canals & lunch cruise Dates & Prices • Busselton Jetty Train & Underwater Observatory $ • Dardanup Heritage Park Price: pptw • Geographe Bay whale watching cruise

$260 single option • Cape Naturaliste history & scenery Date: Mon 31 Oct to Sat 5 Nov 2022 • Margaret River produce Earn: 37 villabucks • Collie River cruise • Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) • 12 meals • 5 nights’ accommodation • Tours & attractions • Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

1,830

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Majestic Southern Forests Pemberton, Manjimup & Donnelly River

Travel to the heart of Karri country for an idyllic four-day escape. Immerse yourself in the pioneering history of these southern timber towns and enjoy tempting treats and tranquil forest settings.

Highlights & Inclusions • • • • • • • • • • •

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Pemberton Tram Co ride Beedelup Falls & Bicentennial Tree Manjimup history & heritage tour Donnelly River cruise Dingup Homestead Manjimup Timber & Heritage Park Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) 8 meals 3 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

4 Days Dates & Prices Price:

Date: Earn:

1,275

$

pptw $170 single option Tue 1 to Fri 4 Nov 2022 26 villabucks

Collie River Valley

Featuring the world’s largest dam wall mural

Step out of the city and into the beautifully artistic and diverse South West town of Collie on this fascinating four day escape.

Highlights & Inclusions • • • • • • • • • •

Edenvale Homestead Collie Mural Trail Wellington Dam Mural Coalfields Museum Collie Art Gallery Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) 8 meals 3 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

4 Days Dates & Prices Price:

Dates: Earn:

1,110

$

pptw $175 single option Tue 1 to Fri 4 Nov 2022 22 villabucks

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Silo Art Trail

Featuring world-class murals along the PUBLIC Silo Trail

Admire world-class murals along the West Australian PUBLIC Silo Trail and visit two WA’s most adored natural sights.

Highlights & Inclusions • • • • • • • • • • • •

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PUBLIC Silo Art Trail Northam Heritage Centre Guided wildflower tour of Hyden Wave Rock Wildlife & history cruise Denmark & Greens Pool Mount Romance Sandalwood Factory Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) 12 meals 5 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

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6 Days Dates & Prices Price:

Dates: Earn:

1,865

$

pptw $315 single option Mon 14 to Sat 19 Nov 2022 37 villabucks

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7 DAYS

Highlights • • • • • • • •

Bremer Bay & Wellstead Homestead Cape Le Grand National Park Esperance scenic cruise Recherche Archipelago Esperance Stonehenge Esperance Bird & Animal Park Hopetoun, Wave Rock & Hyden Corrigin

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Esperance & Bremer Bay

Dates & Prices $

Join us on an awe-inspiring week-long holiday admiring the spectacular sights of Esperance and Bremer Bay on the southern coast, before travelling inland to marvel at Hyden’s famous Wave Rock.

Day 1. Perth to Bremer Bay Day 2. Bremer Bay Day 3. Bremer Bay to Esperance Day 4. Recherche Archipelago cruise Day 5. Wilderness & history Day 6. Ravensthorpe & Hopetoun Day 7. Hyden to Perth

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Price:

Dates: Earn:

2,415

pptw $395 single option Mon 14 to Sun 20 Nov 2022 48 villabucks

Inclusions • • • • •

Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) 15 meals 6 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

4 DAYS

Highlights • • • • • •

Villa 30 Year Anniversary Tour 2022 marks 30 years of Villa Carlotta Travel. Don’t miss being a part of this exclusive 30th Anniversary Tour. Celebrating the wonderful journey of Villa Carlotta Travel and the past 30 years, and combining delights and surprises from years gone by, this holiday will remain with you for many years to come. Expect wonderful surprises from the past including familiar faces, a special morning tea featuring home baked delights of tours gone by, welcome drinks with some of the current Villa team and a special evening to celebrate in the ballroom at Abbey Beach Resort with your fellow travellers. Come reminisce and enjoy the Villa spirit as we look forward to the future and wonderful travelling adventures yet to be had!

Day 1. Perth to Busselton Day 2. Gourmet Delights of Margaret River Wine Region Day 3. 30 Year Celebrations Day 4. Busselton to Perth

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Cowaramup Margaret River Chocolate Company Southern Forest Honey Anniebrook Flower & Wine Emporium Picnic lunch at Meelup Beach 30 Year anniversary dinner at Abbey Beach Resort

Bookings & Enquiries Phone: Email: Web:

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Dates & Prices $ Price:

Dates:

Earn:

1,085

pptw $155 single option Mon 28 Nov to Thu 1 Dec 2022 Tue 29 Nov to Fri 2 Dec 2022 22 villabucks

Inclusions • • • • •

Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) 9 meals 3 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain VILLA CARLOTTA TRAVEL 2022 HOLIDAY MAGAZINE

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3 DAYS

Highlights • • • • •

Historic Edenvale Homestead Anniebrook Wine & Flower Emporium Natural Olive Oil Soap Company Rosa Glen Valley & The Berry Farm Kilogram of cherries

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Cherry Time Getaway, Busselton Discover the best of the Margaret River region with us this summer. Explore the historic Edenvale Homestead, lose yourself in the wonders of the Anniebrook Wine and Flower Emporium, relax at Abbey Beach Resort and receive a kilo of premium cherries to take home.

Day 1. Perth to Busselton Day 2. Margaret River produce & gifts Day 3. Farewell lunch & cherries

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Dates & Prices $ Price:

Dates: Earn:

845

pptw $105 single option Thu 1 to Sat 3 Dec 2022 17 villabucks

Please note that the availability of cherries is subject to favourable weather conditions.

Inclusions • • • • •

Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) 5 meals 2 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

3 DAYS

Highlights • • • • •

Historic Edenvale Homestead Anniebrook Wine & Flower Emporium Natural Olive Oil Soap Company Rosa Glen Valley & The Berry Farm Kilogram of cherries

Bookings & Enquiries Phone: Email: Web:

Cherry Time Getaway, Busselton Spend three wonderful days discovering cottage industries, local art and gourmet delights in the beautiful South West. Tour the stunning Margaret River Wine Region, spend two nights at Busselton’s Abbey Beach Resort and receive a kilogram of premium cherries.

Day 1. Perth to Busselton Day 2. Margaret River produce & gifts Day 3. Farewell lunch & cherries

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Dates & Prices guaranteed $ Price:

Dates: Earn:

950

single room Share a room and save $105 Tue 6 to Thu 8 Dec 2022 17 villabucks

Please note that the availability of cherries is subject to favourable weather conditions.

Inclusions • • • • •

Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) 5 meals 2 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

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5 DAYS

Highlights • • • • • •

Manjimup Cherry Harmony Festival Pemberton Tram Co ride Beedelup Falls & Bicentennial Tree Walpole Wilderness cruise Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk Kilogram of cherries

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Manjimup Cherry Harmony Festival

Dates & Prices $

Pemberton provides a picturesque base from which to explore the Southern Forests Region and the annual Manjimup Cherry Harmony Festival. View awe-inspiring tall karri and tingle trees, enjoy an entertaining cruise across the calm waters of the Nornalup Inlet and relax as you travel through tranquil forests aboard the Pemberton Tram. Before returning to Perth, you will receive a kilogram of premium cherries to share with friends at pre-Christmas gatherings.

Day 1. Perth to Pemberton Day 2. Pemberton icons Day 3. Walpole wilderness Day 4. Manjimup Cherry

Harmony Festival Day 5. Homeward bound via Bridgetown

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Price:

Dates: Earn:

1,510

pptw $230 single option Wed 7 to Sun 11 Dec 2022 30 villabucks

Please note that the availability of cherries is subject to favourable weather conditions.

Inclusions • • • • •

Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) 9 meals 4 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

5 DAYS

Highlights • • • • • •

Fairbridge Village tour Margaret River produce Anniebrook Wine and Flower Emporium The Berry Farm Nannup produce Kilogram of cherries

Bookings & Enquiries Phone: Email: Web:

South West Cherry Time Join us for a fun-filled five-day tour of the South West to indulge in delicious summer produce. We’ll base ourselves at Abbey Beach Resort in Busselton for four nights to tour the beautiful Margaret River Wine Region and Blackwood Valley. At the end of the tour you will receive a kilo of fresh premium cherries.

Day 1. Fairbridge Village Day 2. Margaret River produce Day 3. Dunsborough & Cape Naturaliste Day 4. Nannup & the Blackwood Valley

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Inclusions • • • • •

Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) 10 meals 4 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

1800 066 272 travel@villa.com.au villa.com.au

Dates & Prices $ Price:

Dates: Earn:

1,375

pptw $210 single option Mon 12 to Fri 16 Dec 2022 28 villabucks

Please note that the availability of cherries is subject to favourable weather conditions.

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Christmas in Bridgetown Highlights & Inclusions

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• • • • • • • • • • •

5 Days

Christmas Day Scenic Cruise & BBQ Lunch Dates & Prices Nannup & the Blackwood Valley Jigsaw puzzle gallery $ Beetle & butterfly collection Price: pptw Pioneer Museum

$350 single option Greenbushes Eco Cultural Discovery Centre Dates: Thu 22 to Mon 26 Dec 2022 Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) Earn: 39 villabucks 11 meals 4 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

1,925

Christmas in Albany Highlights & Inclusions • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

5 Days

Christmas dinner in Albany Dates & Prices Torndirrup National Park touring The National Anzac Centre $ King George Sound sunset cruise Price: pptw Old Police Station Museum Mount Barker

$220 single option Porongurup National Park Date: Fri 23 to Tue 27 Dec 2022 Porongurup Village Inn lunch Earn: 34 villabucks Darryl Radcliffe Chainsaw Art Williams Woolshed Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) 11 meals 4 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

1,690

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Christmas in Esperance Highlights & Inclusions

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• • • • • • • • • • • •

6 Days

Christmas lunch with all the trimmings Dates & Prices Recherche Archipelago cruise Hopetoun $ Ravensthorpe silo art Price: pptw Wave Rock, Hyden

$335 single option The Wildflower Shoppe Date: Fri 23 to Wed 28 Dec 2022 Esperance Bird & Animal Park Earn: 45 villabucks Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) 11 meals 5 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

2,225

Christmas in Busselton Highlights & Inclusions • • • • • • • • • • •

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5 Days

Christmas Day celebrations & luncheon Christmas Eve dinner at the Esplanade Hotel Dates & Prices Boxing Day Collie River cruise $ Anniebrook Wine & Flower Emporium Price: pptw Vasse Virgin

$210 single option Cape Naturaliste Date: Sat 24 to Wed 28 Dec 2022 Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) Earn: 35 villabucks 11 meals 4 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

1,770

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New Year in Albany

Featuring Denmark & Porongurup National Park

Let the historic port city of Albany set the scene for your New Year celebrations in 2022. Explore this picturesque harbour city, cruise the scenic King George Sound and view a spectacular display of New Year’s Eve fireworks on this memorable five-day tour.

Highlights & Inclusions

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• • • • • • • • • • • •

New Year’s Eve cruise & fireworks Darrel Radcliffe’s chainsaw sculptures Porongurup National Park Old Police Station, Mount Barker National Anzac Centre Princess Royal Fortress Denmark Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) 10 meals 4 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

5 Days Dates & Prices Price:

Date: Earn:

1,660

$

pptw

$220 single option Thu 29 Dec 2022 to Mon 2 Jan 2023 33 villabucks

New Year in Pemberton

Featuring Walpole Wilderness Cruise & Valley of Giants Treetop Walk See in the New Year in the stunning Southern Forest region of WA. Staying in the picturesque town of Pemberton, take in charming rural landscapes aboard a Pemberton Tram ride. Cruise across the Nornalup Inlet, walk through the forest canopy at the Valley of the Giants Treetop Walk and join in the New Year’s Eve celebrations.

Highlights & Inclusions • • • • • • • • • • •

4 Days

New Year’s Eve celebrations Dates & Prices Walpole wilderness cruise Valley of the Giants Treetop Walk $ Windy Harbour scenic tour Price: pptw Pemberton Tram Co ride

$240 single option Beedelup Falls & The Bicentennial Tree Date: Fri 30 Dec 2022 to Mon 2 Jan 2023 Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) Earn: 32 villabucks 7 meals 3 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

1,615

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New Year in Busselton Featuring Margaret River Produce

Beachside Busselton is the perfect setting for a special New Year’s celebration.

Explore stunning sights of the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park, sample Margaret River’s delicious produce, enjoy the festive New Year’s Eve celebrations at Abbey Beach Resort then relax with a New Year’s Day cruise throughout Collie River.

Highlights & Inclusions • • • • • • • • • • •

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4 Days

New Year’s Eve celebrations Edenvale Heritage Precinct New Year’s Day cruise Anniebrook Wine and Flower Emporium Eagles Heritage Centre and Wildlife Park Margaret River Nuts and Cereals Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) 8 meals 3 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

Dates & Prices Price:

Date: Earn:

1,295

$

pptw

$155 single option Sat 31 Dec 2022 to Tue 3 Jan 2023 26 villabucks

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Western Australia Tours 2023 Departing January

Date

Price

Australia Day in Bunbury

24-27 Jan

$1,415pptw

Esperance & Bremer Bay

30 Jan–5 Feb

$2,515pptw

Great Southern Markets & Museums

Dates coming soon

Departing February Albany Great Southern

1-6 Feb

$1,935pptw

Collie River Valley

20-23 Feb

$1,170pptw

Naturally Denmark

21-24 Feb

$1,215pptw

Bridgetown Rustic Charm

28 Feb–3 Mar

$1,425pptw

1-6 Mar

$1,935pptw

& Picturesque Pemberton

7-13 Mar

$2,240pptw

Esperance & Bremer Bay

13-19 Mar

$2,515pptw

Orca Experience

15-18 Mar

$2,125pptw

South West Op Shops

20-23 Mar

$1,115pptw

Naturally Denmark

21-24 Mar

$1,215pptw

Departing March Albany Great Southern Delightful Denmark

Bremer Bay Canyon

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Western Australia Tours 2023 Coming Soon in 2023 Departing April Date Shipwrecked on Abrolhos Islands

3–6 Apr

Easter in Busselton

5-9 Apr

Easter in Albany

5–10 Apr

Easter in Pemberton

6–10 Apr

Easter in Esperance

6–11 Apr

Bremer Canyon Orca Experience

18–21 Apr

Albany & the Anzacs

23 –27 Apr

Goldfields & the Prospector Rail Journey

24–28 Apr

South West Escapades

26 Apr–2 May

Departing May Kalbarri Natural Wonders Autumn Garden Party

1–5 May

2–6 May

Northern Goldfield Riches Wondrous Albany Golden Outback Triangle Opera in the Pinnacles

12–16 May

15–18 May

16–21 May

Dates coming soon

Departing June Coral Coast Treasures

1–10 Jun

8–17 Jun

Kalbarri Natural Wonders

12-16 Jun

Goldfields & the Prospector Rail Journey

19–23 Jun

South West Christmas in July

28 Jun–2 Jul

Kalbarri Christmas in July

30 Jun-4 Jul

West Coast Wonders

Dates coming soon

Dates coming soon

North West Spectacular

North West Cape

* Tours with ‘Dates coming soon’ were awaiting confirmation from event organisers at the time of publication. We expect to have these details confirmed by the time you read this so contact us for details.

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PLAN AN INDEPENDENT HOLIDAY Villa’s travel agent Karen has her

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finger on the pulse of the best travel packages for independent travel in Australia and overseas. Here,

she shares her top six independent holiday ideas for 2023 and 2024

CANADA, ALASKA & USA TOURS Earlybird - pay in advance & save up to $3,000 per couple*

2 EUROPE LUXURY RIVER CRUISES

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EUROPE, USA & WORLDWIDE GROUP TOURS - including women only adventures

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CHRISTMAS & COCOS KEELING ISLANDS 7 & 14 night escapes from 2,030pptw*

4 5 CRUISING FROM FREMANTLE AROUND AUSTRALIA, NEW ZEALAND, SINGAPORE & WORLDWIDE Early saver fares available*

6 FOLLOW THE LIGHTS Aurora Borealis Scandinavian land & sea tours

*The featured packages listed above are independent holidays not Villa Carlotta Travel escorted tours

If you’d like more information about any of these holidays or wish to book

please contact Villa’s travel agent Karen on 1800 066 272 or email travel@villa.com.au *All deals are subject to change based on booking dates, company booking policies & availability.

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Interstate Tours 2022 Departing September

Date

Page

Kangaroo Island Adventures

2 – 7 Sep 29

Upper Murraylands Cruise Mannum to Morgan

9 – 16 Sep 30

Norfolk Island - The Bounteous Isle

16 – 24 Sep 30

Floriade Festival, Canberra

19 – 23 Sep 31

South Australian Splendour

24 Sep – 3 Oct

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Departing October Norfolk Island in Spring

12 – 20 Oct 32

Grand Tasmania Experience

21 – 31 Oct 32

Historic Towns of New South Wales

25 – 31 Oct 33

Departing November

Date

Pacific Coast Touring Route

6 – 14 Nov 34

The Best of Hobart & Launceston

11 – 20 Nov 34

Australian Alps & Sapphire Coast

15 – 20 Nov

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National Cherry Festival

28 Nov – 5 Dec

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Departing December

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Hahndorf Christmas Spirit

14 – 19 Dec 36

Christmas on Norfolk Island

19 – 27 Dec 37

Christmas Extravaganza

20 – 27 Dec 37

Christmas on Kangaroo Island

21 – 26 Dec 38

New Year aboard the PS Murray Princess

28 Dec – 2 Jan

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South Australian Adventures this Year Upper Murraylands Cruise - Mannum to Morgan 8 days > 9 - 16 September

South Australia’s wine country, untouched island

South Australian Splendour 10 days > 24 Sep - 3 Oct

life, glorious peninsulas, quaint historic towns & the mighty Murray River beckon this Spring & Summer

Hahndorf Christmas Spirit 6 days > 14 - 19 Dec

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Christmas on Kangaroo Island 6 days > 21 – 26 Dec

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New Year Aboard the PS Murray Princess 6 days > 28 Dec – 2 Jan 2023

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6 DAYS

Highlights • • • • • • • • •

Kangaroo Island Adventures

Image: South Australian Tourism Commission, The Cliffs - Kangaroo Island

Escape to ruggedly beautiful Kangaroo Island. Australia’s third largest island offers an abundance of wildlife encounters and nature-based experiences.

Admire the island’s towering cliffs, wild plains and crystal-clear ocean.

Day 1. Perth to Adelaide Day 2. Victor Harbor & Kangaroo Island Day 3. Kangaroo Island scenery & wildlife Day 4. Kangaroo Island produce Day 5. Kangaroo Island natural wonders Day 6. Kangaroo Island to Perth

Inclusions • • • • • •

Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) Airfares & taxes (ex Perth, WA) 12 meals 5 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader

Horse-drawn tram ride Granite Island Seal Bay The Raptor Domain Flinders Chase National Park Remarkable Rocks & Admirals Arch Emu Bay Lavender Kangaroo Island Honey Farm Kangaroo Island Eucalyptus Oil Distillery • Scenic touring, Kangaroo Island • Free time on Kangaroo Island

Bookings & Enquiries Phone: Email: Web:

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Dates & Prices $ Price:

Date: Earn:

3,235

pptw

$440 single option Fri 2 to Wed 7 Sep 2022 65 villabucks

Itinerary subject to change. Terms and conditions apply.

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8 DAYS

Highlights

Upper Murraylands Cruise Mannum to Morgan Featuring the Murray River Cup

Travel aboard the famous paddle wheeler to discover the mighty Murray River. Enjoy all the great Murray Princess river experiences on this eight-day tour, including all meals, an exciting selection of shore-side tours, guided nature walks and ecoexcursions, on-board presentations, use of spas and saunas, Captain’s dinner and dance, live entertainment and 24-hour self-service tea and coffee bar.

Day 1. Perth to the Murray River Day 2. Murray River wildlife Day 3. Locks & Morgan Day 4. Waikerie & Banrock Station Day 5. Caudo Vineyard & Murray River Cup Day 6. Swan Reach & Sunnydale Day 7. Cliffs & archaeological sites Day 8. Adelaide & homeward bound

Inclusions • • • • • •

Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) Airfares & taxes (ex Perth, WA) 20 meals 7 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader

• Seven-night PS Murray Princess Cruise • Barbecue on the banks of the Murray • Guided walk of Morgan & Swan Reach • Banrock Station Winery & wetlands • Caudo Winery gardens, orchards & cellar door • Discovery cruise & speedboat ride • The Murray River Cup • The Captain’s farewell dinner • On-board entertainment • Guided boardwalk tours • The Woolshed Show

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9 DAYS

Highlights

Norfolk Island T he Bounteous Isle Featuring Convict Settlement tour

Norfolk Island is rich in natural beauty, history and culture. Join us for a nine-day journey of discovery to see the sights, sample the local produce and learn about this beautiful island paradise.

Day 1. Perth to Brisbane Day 2. Brisbane to Norfolk Day 3. Island Marine Life & introducing Norfolk

Day 4. Bounty Folk Museum, Island Industry & Wonderland by Night

Day 5. Colleen McCullough & Island Fish Fry

Inclusions • • • • • •

Pre/post transfers (ex Perth, WA) Airfares & taxes (ex Perth, WA) 17 meals 8 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader

Day 6. Breakfast Bush Walk, Greenfingers

& Progressive Dinner Day 7. Norfolk Whey & Cyclorama Day 8. Pitcairn Settlers, Hillis, Convict Settlement & Night as a Convict Day 9. Homeward bound

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Norfolk introduction tour Breakfast walk & BBQ Progressive dinner & island feasts Glass bottom boat cruise Wonderland by Night Greenfingers Pitcairn Settlers Island fish fry Colleen McCullough Home Convict Settlement tour Night as a convict Bounty Folk Museum Norfolk Whey

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Highlights • • • • • • • • •

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Floriade Festival, Canberra

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Featuring Australia’s national icons

Explore our nation’s capital and delight in thousands of colourful spring blooms at the annual Floriade Festival on this fabulous five-day tour of Canberra.

Day 1.

Day 2.

Day 3.

Day 4.

Day 5.

Perth to Canbarra Canberra guided tour National icons Floriade Festival Canberra to Perth

Inclusions • • • • • •

Floriade Festival Australian National Botanic Gardens Canberra guided tour Cockington Green Gardens Museum of Australian Democracy Australian War Memorial National Library of Australia National Capital Exhibition Lake Burley Griffin cruise

Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) Airfares & taxes (ex Perth, WA) 8 meals 4 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader

Image: Heidi Who Photos, Remarkable Rocks - Kangaroo Island

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10 DAYS

Highlights • • • • • • • • •

Adelaide Central Markets Victor Harbor Clydesdale horse-drawn tram ride Coorong cruise Kangaroo Island produce Kangaroo Island sea lions Flinders Chase National Park Cape du Couedic Lighthouse, Remarkable Rocks & the Admirals Arch • Free time at Kangaroo Island • Three-night PS Murray Princess cruise • Hahndorf

South Australian Splendour

Featuring Victor Harbor, Kangaroo Island & the Murray River

The splendours of Victor Harbor, the Coorong National Park, Kangaroo Island and the mighty Murray River combine on this tour to deliver a fabulous South Australian holiday.

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Day 3.

Day 4.

Day 5.

Perth to Adelaide Adelaide Central Markets Victor Harbor Kangaroo Island birds & produce Kangaroo Island wildlife & Flinders Chase National Park Day 6. Kangaroo Island – At leisure Day 7. Murray River cruising Day 8. Murray River cruising Day 9. Murray River cruising Day 10. Hahndorf & home 1800 066 272

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Pre/post transfers (ex Perth, WA) Airfares & taxes (ex Perth, WA) 20 meals 9 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader

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Date: Earn:

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9 DAYS

Highlights

Norfolk Island in Spring Featuring Wonderland By Night Pine Tree tour

Join us for an unforgettable nine-day holiday to timeless Norfolk Island.

Day 1. Perth to Brisbane Day 2. Brisbane to Norfolk

& Island Fish Fry Day 3. Introducing Norfolk & Pitcairn Settlers Day 4. Barbecue Breakfast, Cyclorama & Night as a Convict Day 5. Bounty Museum, Hillis & Convict Settlement Day 6. Green Fingers, Island produce & Progressive dinner Day 7. Colleen McCullough & Wonderland by Night Day 8. Marine Life & Norfolk Whey Day 9. Homeward bound

Inclusions • • • • • •

Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) Airfares & taxes (ex Perth, WA) 17 meals 8 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader

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Night as a Convict Wonderland by Night tour Convict Settlement tour Progressive dinner & island feasts Glass bottom boat cruise Breakfast walk & barbecue Pitcairn Settlers tour Green Fingers tour Bounty Folk Museum Colleen McCullough Home

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11 DAYS

Highlights

Grand Tasmania Experience Featuring historic Hobart dinner cruise

Image: Chi Kueng Renault Wong

Witness Tasmania on this comprehensive tour and relish in the island’s history, wilderness, fresh food and bucket list experiences.

Day 1. Perth to Hobart Day 2. Hobart & Salamanca Market Day 3. Free day in Hobart Day 4. Wall in the Wilderness Day 5. Gordon River cruise Day 6. Cradle Mountain Wilderness Day 7. Journey to Launceston Day 8. Tamar Valley Day 9. Eastern Tasmania Day 10. Historic Midlands Day 11. Hobart to Perth

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Pre/post transfers (ex Perth, WA) Airfares & taxes (ex Perth, WA) 22 meals 10 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader

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Salamanca Market, Hobart Historic dinner cruise, Hobart Wall in the Wilderness carving Gordon River cruise, Strahan Cradle Mountain specialised tour Cataract Gorge Tamar Valley Beaconsfield Mine & Heritage Centre Bridestowe Lavender Farm East Coast Natureworld Ross & Richmond Old Hobart Town

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Historic Towns of New South Wales

Featuring Bradman Museum & International Cricket Hall of Fame Discover the fascinating history of New South Wales quaintest towns in this exciting week long holiday. From the intelligence of Parkes Observatory Dish to the comradery and beauty of Cowra Japanese Garden, these towns have it all. We start our journey in Bathurst, Australia’s oldest inland settlement and make our way to Bowral, home of the Bradman Museum & International Cricket Hall of Fame, returning to Perth full of stories and knowledge.

7 DAYS

Day 1. Perth to Sydney

Day 4. Orange to Parkes

We collect you from home and transfer you to Perth airport for your flight to Sydney. Overnight: Novotel Sydney Airport, Sydney (D)

After a delicious breakfast, depart Orange for a day of discovery in Parkes. Learn about the Parkes Observatory Dish, a radio telescope that was one of several radio antennae used to receive live television images of the Apollo 11 Moon landing, then visit The Henry Parkes Centre. Overnight: Parkview Motor Inn, Parkes (BD)

Highlights

Day 2. Sydney to Bathurst Your first taste of New South Wale’s historic towns is the oldest inland settlement in Australia, Bathurst. Discover all the relics and history of the Australia Fossil and Mineral museum and the National Motor Racing Museum before a lap of the famous Mount Panorama Motor Racing Circuit. Next, learn about leading sheep and cattle breeds found in NSW in the Bathurst Sheep and Cattle Drome.

Watch the animals as they parade before you and move to their place on the stage. You can join in and milk a cow, feed some animals, and learn more about life on a farm in the country.

Overnight: Best Western Plus Ambassador, Orange (BD)

Day 3. Bathurst to Orange Arise in the fascinating town of Orange this morning for a day full of intrigue. Take the self-guided Heritage Trail walk to familiarise yourself with the history of the area then marvel at the beauty of Lake Canobolas and Mount Canobolas. This afternoon, we dare you to stop your mouth watering during a chocolate tasting and cooking at Orange Chocolate.

Overnight: Best Western Plus Ambassador, Orange (BD)

Day 5. Parkes to Cowra Today we bid farewell to Parkes and visit the quaint town of Grenfell, the birthplace of Henry Lawson. Admire the truly marvellous Silo Art then wander through the stunning heritage listed Iandra Castle and Mount Oriel homestead.

A unique part of Australia’s heritage, it was built in 1911 and was the home of George Henry Greene, local landowner, grazier, and politician, after whom nearby Greenethorpe is named. This afternoon we travel to the Cowra Japanese Garden, the largest in the southern hemisphere. The garden was built to honour the 231 Japanese soldiers who broke out of the local prison camp in 1944, died in the escape and were buried nearby. Overnight: CountryMan Motor Inn, Cowra (BD)

Day 6. Cowra to Bowral Today we enjoy a guided tour of Cooma Cottage in Yass, a heritage-listed former farm and tuberculosis sanatorium and now a museum and historic site. Next we make our way to Bowral to explore the fascinating Bradman Museum and International Cricket Hall of Fame. Overnight: Briars Country Lodge and Inn, Bowral (BD)

Image: John Mewett

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Bathurst Sheep & Cattle Drome National Motor Racing Museum Australia Fossil & Mineral museum Parkes Observatory Dish Orange Heritage Trail Henry Parkes Museum Iandra Castle Cowra Japanese Garden Bradman Museum & International Cricket Hall of Fame

Inclusions ▶ ▶ ▶ ▶ ▶ ▶

Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) Airfares & taxes (ex Perth, WA) 12 meals 6 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain

Bookings & Enquiries Phone: Email: Web:

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Date: Earn:

3,480

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$565 single option Tue 25 to Mon 31 Oct 2022 70 villabucks

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Day 7. Bowral to Perth Let the history soak in today as you journey back to Perth. Upon arrival we will see you safely home. (B)

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9 DAYS

Highlights

Pacific Coast Touring Route

Image: Destination NSW

Join us for a fabulous nine-day tour along the legendary Pacific Coast to discover the spectacular coastline of northern New South Wales and Grafton’s vibrant jacaranda trees.

Day 1. Perth to Ballina Day 2. Tropical fruit & Byron Bay Day 3. The Hinterlands Day 4. Coffs Harbour Day 5. Grafton Jacaranda Festival Day 6. Coffs Harbour to Port Macquarie Day 7. Timbertown & Cedar Creek

Inclusions • • • • • •

Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) Airfares & taxes (ex Perth, WA) 18 meals 8 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader

Goldfields

Day 8. Port Macquarie to Port Stephens Day 9. Port Stephens to Sydney

• Pacific Coast route from Ballina to Sydney • Tropical Fruit World • Byron Bay & Cape Byron Lighthouse • Macadamia & avocado tour • Koala Care & Research Centre • Lismore & Bangalow • Grafton Jacaranda Festival • Forest Sky Pier • Butterfly House • Clogg demonstration • Dorrigo National Park & Rainforest Centre • Timbertown Heritage Park • Port Stephens & Nelson Bay

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Date: Earn:

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pptw $655 single option Sun 6 to Mon 14 Nov 2022 82 villabucks

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10 DAYS Highlights

The Best of Hobart & Launceston

Image: Robert King Visuals

The best of Tasmania’s beautiful landscapes, island lifestyle, wonderful fresh produce and haunting history can be discovered easily from historic Hobart in the south and Launceston in the north.

Day 1. Perth to Hobart Day 2. Salamanca Markets Day 3. Tasman Peninsula Day 4. Charming Hobart Day 5. Bruny Island Day 6. Hobart to Launceston Day 7. Launceston Sights Day 8. River & Gorge Cruise Day 9. Brickendon & Evandale Day 10. Hobart to Perth

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Pre/post transfers (ex Perth, WA) Airfares & taxes (ex Perth, WA) 21 meals 9 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader

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Historic Hobart cruise Salamanca Markets Bruny Island Tasman Peninsula & Port Arthur Cascades Brewery Heritage tour Evandale, Ross & Richmond Launceston Tamar & Cataract Gorge cruise Basin & Cataract Gorge Funicular Tamar Valley & Batman Bridge Brickendon Convict Farm tour

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Date: Earn:

5,225

pptw $770 single option Fri 11 to Sun 20 Nov 2022 105 villabucks

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Australian Alps & Sapphire Coast Featuring Kosciuszko National Park

Join us on a six-day interstate adventure this November to discover iconic destinations along the Sapphire Coast before heading to the Kosciuszko National Park and Thredbo Village.

Day 1. Perth to Canberra

We collect you from home and transfer you to Perth Airport for the flight to Canberra.

Overnight: Novotel, Canberra (D)

Day 2. Canberra to Bega

This morning we travel to the historic town of Braidwood, where a guide from the local historical society will show us the impressive heritage buildings of this former gold mining town in southern New South Wales. Following a visit to the Braidwood Museum, we visit the quaint heritage town of Mogo to browse the craft shops and enjoy lunch at leisure before making our way to the pretty National Trust village of Tilba to visit the local boutique cheese factory. Then take the scenic Wallaga Lake Tourist Drive inland to Cobargo before arriving in Bega – the cheese-making capital of Australia. Overnight: Bega Village Motor Inn, Bega (BD)

Day 3. Sapphire Coast

Today we make the short journey to the beautiful seaside town of Tathra, where we visit the Heritage Listed wharf, which houses a museum and café, before taking the Sapphire Coast Road to see the pretty coastal villages of Merimbula and Pambula. Next the famous Wheeler’s Oyster Farm for a tour of this wonderful producer of prized Sydney Rock Oysters, before heading to Eden for lunch at leisure and free time. This afternoon we visit the Eden Killer Whale Museum before embarking on a cruise through Twofold Bay to see the beautiful coastline and majestic marine life including humpback whales, dolphins and seals. Overnight: Bega Village Motor Inn, Bega (BD)

Day 4. Bega Valley

Our first stop of the day is the Bega Cheese Heritage Centre to sample world-famous cheese and learn about the history of dairy farming and cheese making in the Bega Valley. Then the Bemboka Pie Shop for a delicious morning tea before heading to Cooma for lunch and the Snowy Hydro Discovery Centre. After learning about the iconic Snowy Scheme we travel to Jindabyne, where there will be free time for shopping or walking along the lake. Overnight: Lake Jindabyne Hotel, Jindabyne (BD)

Day 5. Kosciuszko National Park

Today’s touring will start with a visit to the Snowy Mountains Visitor Centre to learn about the Kosciuszko National Park’s fascinating history and wildlife and browse the gallery’s art exhibition. Our next stop is Jindabyne’s Gaden Trout Hatchery for a guided tour before heading to Thredbo Village for the spectacular Kosciuszko Express Chairlift ride to Australia’s highest restaurant, Eagles Nest. Enjoy lunch at leisure and a short walk on the main range before returning to Thredbo Village in the afternoon for an interesting presentation at the Thredbo Alpine Museum, followed by a visit to Wild Brumby for a schnapps tasting.

Overnight: Lake Jindabyne Hotel, Jindabyne (BD)

Day 6. Jindabyne to Perth

This morning we travel to Canberra for our return flight to Perth in the afternoon. (B)

6 DAYS Highlights • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Braidwood Museum Mogo and Central Tilba Wallaga Lake Tourist Drive Tathra Wharf Merimbula and Pambula Wheeler’s Oyster Farm Eden Killer Whale Museum Bega Cheese Heritage Centre Bemboka Pie Shop Snowy Hydro Discovery Centre Jindabyne Snowy Mountains Visitor Centre Kosciuszko National Park Kosciuszko Express Chairlift Gaden Trout Hatchery Thredbo Village Schnapps tasting at Wild Brumby

Inclusions

Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) Airfares & taxes (ex Perth, WA) 10 meals 5 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader & Coach Captain ▶ Experienced local guides ▶ ▶ ▶ ▶ ▶ ▶

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Date: Earn:

$3,330

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8 DAYS

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National Cherry Festival From the famous Dog on the Tuckerbox in Gundagai to the magnificent Murrumbidgee River and the Sir Donald Bradman Birthplace Museum, enjoy an eight day journey through the rolling hills of the beautiful Riverina region of NSW. The highlight of this holiday will be the famous National Cherry Festival in Young with live music, parades, bush poets and of course, the Pip Spit and Cherry Pie eating championship.

Day 1. Perth to Canberra Day 2. Road to Gundagai Day 3. Wagga Wagga Day 4. Farming in the Riverina Day 5. Wagga Wagga to Young Day 6. National Cherry Festival Day 7. National Cherry Festival Day 8. Young Attractions

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Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) Airfares & taxes (ex Perth, WA) 16 meals 7 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader

Gundagai Wagga Wagga Wagga Round House Sir Donald Bradman Museum New South Wales Riverinia Catania Farm National Cherry Festival

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3,885

pptw $525 single option Mon 28 Nov to Mon 5 Dec 2022 78 villabucks

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6 DAYS

Highlights

Hahndorf Christmas Spirit

Image: Jonathan Kissock - JK Imaging Pty Ltd, Hahndorf Inn - Adelaide Hills

Enjoy a short pre-Christmas break in the heritage town of Hahndorf! Nestled in the picturesque Adelaide Hills, Hahndorf is one of the prettiest towns in Australia. Relish in the unique combination of German and Australian traditions amidst the stunning Adelaide Hills. The Lights of Lobethal are sure to get you into the Christmas spirit.

Day 1.

Day 2.

Day 3.

Day 4.

Day 5.

Day 6.

Perth to Hahndorf

Hahndorf experiences Lights of Lobethal Christkindlmarkt

Adelaide Hills & Strathalbyn Adelaide to Perth

Inclusions • • • • • •

Pre/post transfers (ex Perth, WA) Airfares & taxes (ex Perth, WA) 11 meals 5 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader

• Lights of Lobethal • Christkindlmarkt – Hahndorf Christmas Markets • Walking tour of Hahndorf • Hahndorf Academy • Heysen – The Cedars tour • Adelaide Hills produce • Murray River lunch cruise • Monarto Zoo experience • Free time in Hahndorf • Adelaide Hills produce • Strathalbyn

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Highlights • • • • • • • • • •

Christmas on Norfolk Island

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Escape to Norfolk Island with us this Christmas for a wonderful nine-day holiday featuring breathtaking scenery, island culture, history and fresh local produce.

Day 1. Perth to Brisbane Inclusions Day 2. Brisbane to Norfolk & • Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) Day 3.

Day 4.

Day 5.

Day 6.

Day 7.

Day 8.

Day 9.

Christmas celebrations Wonderland by Night Night as a Convict Norfolk introduction tour Green Fingers tour Convict Settlement tour Progressive dinner Breakfast bush walk Pitcairn Settlers tour Glass bottom boat cruise

Island Fish Fry • Airfares & taxes (ex Perth, WA) Introducing Norfolk, Pitcairn • 18 meals Settlers, Colleen McCullough & • 8 nights’ accommodation Progressive Dinner • Tours & attractions Greenfingers, Island Industries • Professional Villa Tour Leader & Wonderland by night Convict Settlement & Night as a Convict Barbecue Breakfast, Cyclorama & Marine Life Christmas Day celebrations Hillis Lunch Bounty Folk Museum & Homeward bound

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pptw Single option $590 Mon 19 to Tue 27 Dec 2022 92 villabucks

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8 DAYS

Highlights

• Christmas lunch at the Hydro Majestic Hotel • Hunter Valley Gardens Christmas Spectacular • Sydney Christmas lights & festivities • Boxing Day Sydney Harbour cruise • Hawkesbury Riverboat Postman cruise • Museum of Sydney • Hyde Park • Australian Reptile Park • The Royal Botanic Gardens Sydney

Christmas Extravaganza Join us for a wonderful eight-day holiday to New South Wales to see Sydney’s most iconic attractions, experience spectacular festive light displays and celebrate Christmas in the Blue Mountains.

Day 1.

Day 2.

Day 3.

Day 4.

Day 5.

Day 6.

Day 7.

Day 8.

Perth to Sydney

Historic Sydney

Christmas festivities Hunter Valley

Mt Penang Gardens & Reptile Park Christmas in the Blue Mountains Sydney Harbour cruise Sydney to Perth

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Pre/post transfers (ex Perth, WA) Airfares & taxes (ex Perth, WA) 17 meals 7 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader

Bookings & Enquiries Phone: Email: Web:

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Dates & Prices $ Price:

Dates: Earn:

4,710

pptw $955 single option Tue 20 to Tue 27 Dec 2022 94 villabucks

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6 DAYS

Highlights • • • • • • • • •

Christmas on Kangaroo Island Image: South Australian Tourism Commission, Vivonne Bay - Kangaroo Island

Escape to the ruggedly beautiful Kangaroo Island this Christmas. Australia’s third largest island offers an abundance of wildlife encounters and naturebased experiences. Admire the island’s towering cliffs, wild plains and crystalclear ocean. Meet the locals, sample their produce, get up close to wildlife and spend time at your leisure.

Day 1. Perth to Adelaide Day 2. Victor Harbor & Kangaroo Island Day 3. Kangaroo Island scenery & wildlife Day 4. Kangaroo Island produce Day 5. Christmas Day Day 6. Kangaroo Island to Perth

Inclusions • • • • • •

Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) Airfares & taxes (ex Perth, WA) 12 meals 5 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader

Horse-drawn tram ride Granite Island Seal Bay The Raptor Domain Flinders Chase National Park Remarkable Rocks & Admirals Arch Emu Bay Lavender Kangaroo Island Honey Farm Kangaroo Island Eucalyptus Oil Distillery • Scenic touring, Kangaroo Island

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Dates: Earn:

3,460

pptw $460 single option Wed 21 to Mon 26 Dec 2022 69 villabucks

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6 DAYS

Highlights • • • • •

Adelaide Botanic Gardens Adelaide Central Markets Glenelg Hahndorf Three-night PS Murray Princess cruise • New Year’s Eve dinner & celebrations • Barossa Valley Wine & heritage tour

New Year aboard the PS Murray Princess Image: South Australian Tourism Commission, Murray River Walk - Riverland

Welcome in a wonderful 2023 cruising South Australia’s stunning Murray River.

Explore the best of Adelaide and Hahndorf before boarding the Murray Princess where cruising from Mannum to Adelaide three nights of entertainment, exciting day tours, gourmet food, spectacular sights and incredible wildlife awaits.

Day 1. Perth to Adelaide Day 2. Adelaide & Glenelg Day 3. Murray River Cruising Day 4. New Year’s Eve Day 5. New Year’s Day on the Murray Day 6. Barossa Wine & Heritage tour

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Pre/post transfers (ex Perth, WA) Airfares & taxes (ex Perth, WA) 13 meals 5 nights’ accommodation Tours & attractions Professional Villa Tour Leader

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pptw $560 single option Wed 28 Dec 2022 to Mon 2 Jan 2023 60 villabucks

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Image: Luke Tscharke

Interstate Tours 2023 Departing February

Date

Price

Kangaroo Island

19 – 24 Feb

$3,365pptw

Norfolk Island – The Bounteous Isle Australian Alps & Sapphire Coast Departing March

New Zealand Rail, Cruise & Coach

10 – 18 Feb

27 Feb – 5 Mar

$3,445pptw

1 – 20 Mar

$7,950pptw

10 – 18 Mar

$4,350pptw

Riverina Rail

4 – 10 Mar

Grand Tasmania Experience

10 – 20 Mar

Norfolk Island – The Bounteous Isle Celebrating Canberra in Autumn

Melbourne International Flower Show

Historic Hobart & A Taste of Tasmania Magnificent High Country of Australia Departing April

The Man from Snowy River Festival

$4,590pptw

15 – 20 Mar

20 – 24 March

22 – 29 Mar

23 Mar – 2 Apr 10 – 16 Apr

$6,675pptw $5,810pptw

$3,585pptw $2,550pptw

$4,245pptw $5,070pptw $3,780pptw

Coming Soon in 2023 Departing April

Easter on Norfolk Island

14 – 22 April

& Yackandandah

26 Apr – 4 May

Splendid Bright, Beechworth Departing May

Outback South Australia & Red Centre

3 – 16 May

South Australian Splendour

Dates coming soon

Alice, Uluru & the Red Desert Vivid Festival of Light, Sydney

12 – 18 May

Dates coming soon

Departing June

Top End & Kimberley Wilderness Wonders

7 – 20 June

Cairns & the Atherton Tablelands

21 – 29 June

Classic Cairns

Kimberley to Kakadu The Ghan & Top End

8 – 14 June

22 Jun – 3 Jul

25 Jun – 2 Jul

* Tours with ‘Dates coming soon’ were awaiting confirmation from event organisers at the time of publication. We expect to have these details confirmed by the time you read this so contact us for details.

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Travel information sessions in Perth Thursday 11 August 2022 Thursday 15 September 2022 Thursday 13 October 2022

Morning session: 10am – 12pm Afternoon session: 1pm – 2.30pm The Geographe Room, State Library of Western Australia 25 Francis Street Perth RSVP is essential for these events.

Please contact us to confirm your attendance 1800 066 272 travel@villa.com.au

Bookings and enquiries 1800 066 272 Villa Carlotta Travel 2/2 Fairbairn Road, Busselton Western Australia 6280 Locked Bag 5, Busselton Western Australia 6280

1800 066 272

Office Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm ABN: 96 077 204 963

travel@villa.com.au

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Conditions: Tour prices are per person twin share, ex Perth unless otherwise stated and include home collection (Perth and Mandurah metro only).

Villa tours are escorted and include accommodation, most meals and attractions. Prices correct at time of printing. Tours are subject to change.

Full terms and conditions can be found on villa.com.au or ask us for them when you call.