Join us for an enriching journey through Stanthorpe from Wednesday, October 30th – Saturday, November 2nd, 2024.
4-Day Stanthorpe Tour | 30 October – 02 November 2024
Over three unforgettable days, immerse yourself in the rich history, culinary delights, and natural beauty of this charming region. From exploring historic homesteads to indulging in artisanal treats, this tour promises an experience like no other!
Day 1 – Home To Stanthorpe
Welcome to our exciting 4-day Stanthorpe tour! Today we head south through Brisbane, continuing on to the Glengallan Homestead and Heritage Centre, just outside of Warwick. We will be greeted by our guide who will lead us on an intriguing tour of the homestead. Enjoying lunch here we later arrive in Stanthorpe and check into our accommodation for the next three nights.
- The Vines Motel & Cottages, Stanthorpe | subject to availability
- Lunch Glengallan Homestead and Heritage Centre | Dinner at the motel
Day 2
This morning a local guide joins us on the coach who will acquaint us with the town. After farewelling our guide we head to Stanthorpe Cheeses, where a variety of cheeses, at the peak of perfect, are waiting for us. Our lunch venue for today is Suttons Juice Factory & Cidery. Located on a working apple orchard, you will have the chance to taste & purchase their unique products. We then visit Washpool Supply Co where we see artisans handcrafting luxurious raw materials into gorgeous natural products for skin, home, and health.
- The Vines Motel & Cottages
- Breakfast & dinner at motel | Lunch at Sutton Juice Factory & Cidery
Day 3
We make our way to Aloomba Lavender where we are given a talk about the Lavender farming process and the Lavender products for sale. Our next visit takes us to the Granite Belt Christmas Farm. Renowned for keeping the ‘Christmas Spirit’ alive all year round, we are welcomed by our wonderful host and given a short talk explaining how the farm works and the uniqueness of this magical industry. For lunch, we travel to Granite Belt Brewery & Retreat. Set on 30 acres of natural bushland, the country estate boasts a rustic atmosphere with delicious food and handcrafted beers. Our last stop for the day will be Jamworks where we can try a wide range of jams and chutneys all made using only the freshest and best quality ingredients.
- The Vines Motel & Cottages
- Breakfast & dinner at motel | Lunch Granite Belt Brewery & Retreat
Day 4
Sadly, we are coming to the end of our tour. Before departing Stanthorpe we visit the Truffle Discovery Centre, home to the rare and highly valuable Fresh Perigord Truffle. Unearth all that is truffle with a tour and gourmet food tastings. We then begin our journey home, stopping for lunch (own expense), arriving home this afternoon after a fantastic tour.
- Breakfast at motel | Lunch at own expense
All itineraries are subject to change due to occasional restrictions in the opening times/days of some attractions. We cannot be held responsible for any changes due to closures, inclement weather etc. If this itinerary is going through a National Park, please check if you require an Operator’s Licence to enter the park.
Accommodation: The Vines Motel & Cottages, Stanthorpe
Host: Geoff Cherry + Driver (TBC)
Tour Inclusions
- 3 nights motel accommodation
- 3 motel cooked breakfasts
- 3 motel two-course dinners
- 3 included lunches
- Guided tour & lunch at Glengallan Homestead and Heritage Centre
- Guided tour of Stanthorpe
- Tastings at Stanthorpe Cheese
- Lunch at Sutton’s Juice Factory & Cidery
- Visit to Washpool Supply Co
- Entry to Aloomba Lavender
- Morning tea at Granite Belt Christmas Farm
- Guided tour, tasting, and lunch at Granite Belt Brewery
- Tasting at Jamworks
- Guided tour at Truffle Discovery Centre
How much does it cost?
| SINGLE ROOM | $1, 795 pp |
| DOUBLE/ TWIN ROOM | $1, 555 pp |
| TWIN SHARE ROOM | $1, 555 pp |
NOTE: BOOKING AND FINAL PAYMENT DUE 25 SEPTEMBER 2024.