Ballina-Byron Tours

Tour Details

Operator

Ballina-Byron Tours

Destinations

Gold Coast, Byron Bay, Nimbin and Ballina

Departs From

Byron Bay and Ballina

Tour Description

Itinerary...

Day 1 - Thursday

Today is arrival day at Ballina, whether you arrive by train, plane, coach, car or group pickup, we will have a delicious evening dinner waiting for you in our licensed Pool Side Garden Restaurant.

Day 2 - Friday

Today we tour the Ballina area, including visits to Naval Museum, Coast Guard Tower, Trawler Harbour, the Big Prawn and other local points of interest, and hear stories of local history. Lunch today is at the Award winning Ballina R.S.L. Club, which has a Wharf overlooking the picturesque Richmond River. This afternoon we visit Thursday Plantation, which distributes locally grown and manufactured tea tree products, throughout the world. An innovative and interesting success story.

Day 3 - Saturday

This morning we travel north along the tropical fruit and nut plateau of Knockrow and Bangalow, meeting the Ocean at Point Danger on the Queensland Border. We visit the Surfers Paradise Shopping Centre for Lunch returning via the coast to Kingscliff, Casuarina, Cabarita, Hastings Point and Brunswick Heads.

Day 4 - Sunday

Today we visit one of the local markets to find a treasure trove of local culture and products. These markets are a vibrant cosmopolitan meeting place for travelers and locals alike. We visit the historical town of Bangalow. And lunch will be in Lismore at the Workers Club. We see the remarkable height of the flood levels! You'll be surprised just how high the water rises. This afternoon we travel through volcanic and lush dairy country locally known as the "Rainbow Region", seeing the spectacular Nimbin Rocks. After Nimbin, we have a leisurely drive back to the Motel.

Day 5 - Monday

This morning we travel the coast road enjoying the magnificent views of the Pacific Ocean to the seaside village of Lennox Head. We see the red sea ( Lake Ainsworth ) and journey onto Broken Head where we visit a local Coffee Plantation then onto the famous lighthouse at Byron Bay for a morning cuppa, Australia's most easterly point. This is an excellent viewing point for whales during their migration, and for dolphins playing in the surf. We see Strop's Hotel, Wildbite Biscuits and other local crafts and produce. After lunch in Byron Bay we travel through lush rainforest and fields to the Macadamia Centre before returning to the motel for an evening of entertainment.

Day 6 - Tuesday

Today we travel to Alstonville, which is a pretty heritage village, and home to the Tibouchina. We learn how an authentic Australian hat is made at Cutana Hats, - there's one for every head!, before driving to the wonderful Father Macs Heavenly Pudding factory which operates from May - November. We then have lunch at Summerland House with No Steps where we see local horticulture, the fruit packing shed, Nursery, Macadamia Dehusking Unit and Cawleys Cottage. This afternoon we visit Evans Head Lookout, followed by the New Italy Museum where you will also see glass blowing demonstration. We return via the Pacific Highway back home to the motel.

Day 7 - Wednesday

This morning you may choose to round off your visit with an optional cruise on the magnificent Richmond River, the birthplace of the region, which will tie together the diversity and culture that we call "lifestyle". The Richmond Princess serves a delicious morning tea to your table whilst you relax, take in the scenery and enjoy a light hearted but informed commentary. This afternoon you have the choice of free time in Ballina, or return to the motel. You may choose to have a swim in the Cubana Motel's pool.