Toowoomba the Garden City
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Toowoomba the Garden City
7 days

Featuring the Carnival of Flowers

Overview

You’re invited to join us for a week-long floral fiesta to experience Toowoomba’s annual Carnival of Flowers. Enjoy country touring, local produce, stately architecture, historic villages, colourful parks, award-winning gardens and the festival atmosphere of one of Australia’s longest-running flower shows on this fabulous spring sojourn.

Australian Destination Queensland
International Destination
Tour Date 21 to 27 September 2021
Number Of Days 7 days
Tour Price From (per person twin share) $3,690
Tour Cost Adult$0
Tour Price Single Option $705
Holiday Activity Level
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Japanese Garden
Toowoomba Gardens
Japanese Garden
Toowoomba Gardens
highlights
  • Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers 2021
  • Grand Parade and Gardens tour
  • Toowoomba city tour
  • Darling Downs country touring
  • Cobb and Co Museum
  • DownsSteam Tourist Railway dinner and tour
  • The Chocolate Cottage
  • Bunnyconnellen
  • Toowoomba’s famous gardens and parks
  • Toowoomba Japanese Garden
  • Queens Park
  • Highfields Pioneer Village
  • Farmers Arms Tavern
Inclusions

Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)

Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)

14 meals

6 nights’ accommodation

Tours and attractions

Professional Villa Tour Leader

Itinerary
Your holiday itinerary (ex Perth, Western Australia)
 
Day 1. Perth to Toowoomba (D)                        
We collect you from home and whisk you away to the Garden City for a colourful spring sojourn.  Overnight each night: The Oaks, Toowoomba
 
Day 2. Toowoomba history (BD)                       
Following an introductory tour of Toowoomba, step inside the Cobb and Co Museum to explore the cultural history of the Darling Downs and a huge range of horse-drawn carriages. Next, discover stately architecture and the DownsSteam Tourist Railway and Museum followed by dinner in one of the carriages.
 
Day 3. Country touring (BLD)                 
Located in the original Highfields School House dating back to 1877, The Chocolate Cottage Cafe is our destination for a delicious morning tea at leisure today. Enjoy delicious handmade chocolates and a cup of tea or coffee as you take in beautiful views of the Toowoomba Range. We will continue touring through the countryside before stopping at Bunnyconnellen for a hearty lunch in this beautiful rustic setting.
 
Day 4. Toowoomba parks and gardens (BD)      
Known as the Garden City, Toowoomba is home to more than 150 parks and gardens. Enjoy views of the Lockyer Valley and the Darling Downs today, as you explore some of the region’s finest grounds including the Toowoomba Japanese Garden and Queens Park aboard the coach.
 
Day 5. Grand Central Parade and gardens tour (BD)               
Today’s touring will begin by visiting several award-winning gardens and an exhibition garden, before we head to the town centre to witness the colourful Grand Central Floral Parade. View the floats, street performances, carnival characters and live music from the comfort of your reserved seating. 
 
Day 6. Highfields Pioneer Village (BLD)                      
Discover 50 buildings of historic interest at the Highfields Pioneer Village. Marvel at the collections of shells, antique radios and vintage machinery, all of which are in working order thanks to the team of 200 volunteers who operate the village. 
 
Day 7. Homeward bound (B)      
Bid farewell to the Garden City. Upon arrival in Perth we will see you safely home.
 
Itinerary is subject to change. Terms and conditions apply. FreeCall 1800 066 272 for details.
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