Norfolk Island Bounty Day & 200 Year 2nd Settlement Anniversary Event - ex Sydney

Travel at 60 Exclusive - enjoy Free Breakfast Daily!
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    DURATION
    8 days, 7 nights
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    DURATION DAYS
    8 days
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    DURATION NIGHTS
    7 nights
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    DEPARTS
    4 June 2025
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    RETURNS
    11 June 2025
  • Join the community for Bounty Day festivities
  • Return airfares from Sydney included
  • Exclusive to Travel at 60 - Free cooked breakfast daily!

Exclusive to Travel at 60 - Enjoy Free Cooked Breakfast Daily (valued at $280pp)

Bounty Day on Norfolk Island, celebrated annually on June 8, marks the anniversary of the arrival of the famous HMS Bounty mutineers and their Tahitian companions to the island in 1790. This year, 2025, holds special significance as it commemorates the 200th anniversary of the second settlement by the British. The day celebrates the island's unique history, culture, and the resilience of its community, which is largely descended from the mutineers and their Tahitian partners. The anniversary serves as a reminder of the island's deep historical roots and the ongoing connection to its past.

Watch the Bounty Mutineer descendants as they re-enact the landing of their forbears. The landing takes place at Kingston Pier, the oldest pier in the Southern Hemisphere. You can follow the procession of the Bounty Mutineer descendants dressed in period costume to the Cenotaph to pay their respects to the fallen.

T​his eight-day adventure includes return airfares from Sydney, a comprehensive itinerary of tours and experiences including accommodation at Governors Lodge, Bounty Day Celebrations with lunch, the famous Island Fish Fry, airport transfers, 7 days car hire and more!

Please note: this is not an escorted group tour. This event package includes car hire providing you the freedom and flexibility to discover Norfolk Island at your own pace.

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Norfolk Island

Inclusions/Exclusions

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  •  Return economy airfare to Norfolk Island from Sydney
  •  Return airport transfers on Norfolk Island
  • 7 nights accommodation at Governor's Lodge
  • Travel at 60 EXCLUSIVE: Cooked Breakfast Daily
  • 7 days car hire (fuel additional)
  • 2nd Settlement 200 Year Celebration Luncheon with guest speakers
  • Bounty Day Celebrations including lunch
  • Island Life Coach Tour including island-style lunch
  • Fletcher's Mutiny Cyclorama + Devonshire Morning Tea
  • The Natural Wonders of Norfolk Island Coach Tour
  • Island Fish Fry
  • 2 Course Dinner at local restaurant
  • 2 course Dinner with an arrival drink at Governor's Lodge
Your fare excludes:
  • T​ravel Insurance

Itinerary

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Wed 4 June 2025: Depart Sydney (D)

Depart from Sydney International Airport and transfer to your chosen accommodation once on island. Your rental vehicle will be at your hotel or apartment. Your rental vehicle includes unlimited kilometres for you to make the most of exploring the island in your free time this week. This evening a 2-course dinner is included at a delightful local restaurant.

Thu 5 June 2025: Island Life Tour (L)

During your week on island you’ll enjoy the fabulous Island Life Tour. Spend some time touring Norfolk Island, gaining a true insight into the intricate nature of modern island life. A delicious lunch is included at Bailey’s Restaurant. (Date and times for these two tours will be reconfirmed in your final itinerary)

Fri 6 June 2025: Second Settlement – 200 Year Anniversary (L)

2025 sees the 200th anniversary of the second convict settlement on the island. This was a dark period in Norfolk’s history, with the island becoming infamous around the world for the harsh treatment that prisoners received. Today you will be taking a step back in time to visit the Norfolk Island museums who have been busy setting up an in-depth exhibition of this historic period. Lunch today will be in the world heritage listed Kingston Arthur’s Vale Historic Area (KAVHA). There will be two keynote speakers taking you on the journey of the second settlement and beyond. These guest speakers are historians and very entertaining! A cold lunch will be served and a cash bar will be available.

Sat 7 June 2025: Fletcher’s Mutiny Cyclorama, Island Fish Fry (MT, D)

Today you will visit the amazing Cyclorama. This spectacular 3D artwork takes you on a journey depicting the history of the Norfolk Island people who are descended from the crew of the famous 1789 mutiny on the Bounty and their Tahitian companions. Afterwards enjoy a delicious Devonshire Tea at Hilli’s Restaurant. This evening as the sun sets on the western coastline enjoy scrumptiously fresh, local fish prepared the local way and accompanied with a range of seasonal island dishes. Singing and island dancers will set the tone for an evening of fun and relaxation. After the fish fry this evening you may wish to join the local community at the annual Bounty Ball. This is a beautiful evening of old-time ballroom dancing with competitions for the littlies and adults, followed later in the evening by social dancing.

Sun 8 June 2025: Sunday Markets, Bounty Folk Museum, Dinner (D)

This morning is at leisure. You might like to visit the Sunday Markets where you’ll find island souvenirs, locally made handcrafts, jewellery, artwork, and much more! This afternoon discover the amazing story of Norfolk Island in the quirky Bounty Museum - a treasure chest of history, and an Aladdin’s cave full of fantastic collections. This evening enjoy a two course dinner with one arrival drink at Governor's Lodge.

Mon 9 June 2025: Bounty Day (L)

Bounty Day is Norfolk’s annual day of celebration. It commemorates the arrival of the Pitcairn Islanders and the establishment of the current settlement on Norfolk Island. This morning you will watch the Bounty Mutineer descendants as they re-enact the landing of their forefathers dressed in period costume. Morning tea is followed by a traditional island picnic lunch in Kingston. Complimentary champagne and orange juice, tea and coffee provided.

Tue 10 June 2025: Natural Wonders

This morning you’ll explore Norfolk Island's geological marvels in all their natural beauty. Be expertly guided through the beauty and characteristics of the island's delightful native, endemic and introduced species of trees and shrubs, plants and palms, ferns, flowers and fruits. The rest of the day is yours at leisure to explore.

Wed 11 June 2025: Depart Norfolk Island

And that’s Bounty week concluded, this afternoon say goodbye to Norfolk Island and you will be transferred to the airport for the flight home to Sydney.

Meals - (MT = morning tea, L = lunch, D = dinner)

Please note: the above itinerary is subject to change without notice.

Dates and Prices

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7 Night Package with return flights from Sydney

  • Travel Dates: 4 - 11 June 2025
  • Twin Share: $3,829 $3,549 per person *
  • Solo Traveller: $5129 $4,849 per person *


*Please note: prices are subject to availability at time of booking and may be withdrawn at any time without notice.

Accommodation

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Governor's Lodge

Governor’s Lodge is a serene retreat of 55 individual units, set in 12 acres of landscaped sub-tropical gardens dotted with majestic Norfolk Pines, hibiscus and native shrubs. Centrally located near Burnt Pine, Governor's Lodge is within easy reach of the island’s best dining and shopping and close to popular landmarks including Kingston historical site and Emily Bay.

One Bedroom Cabin with Balcony - each stand-alone cabin is surrounded by lush gardens with easy access to all the resort facilities including three dining venues, pool, spa and guest laundry. Features include a separate bedroom with king or twin beds, lounge room, kitchenette with microwave, bar size fridge and tea/coffee facilities..

FAQs

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Fitness to Travel: A reasonable level of fitness is required for some activities provided in this package, including embarking and disembarking of aircraft which may be by stairs on the tarmac. Other examples include (not limited to) embarking and disembarking coaches, vehicles, boats, jetty or beaches. It is your responsibility to advise any mobility constraints at time of booking.

Flight Departures: flights depart from the international terminal. It is recommended to arrive at least 2 hours prior to departure. Photographic ID such as an Australian Driver Licence or Proof of Age card, is required (including for children). Passports are not required when travelling from Australia but are recommended.

Luggage allowance on flight: 1 checked bag 30kg + 1 carry on bag 7kg

Internet / Wi-Fi: Norfolk Island has 4G coverage however at times you may not be able to use the Internet. Most accommodation properties have a “HotSpot” on their premises. HotSpots work similarly to wifi enabling access when you’re in wifi range. Additional HotSpots are located throughout town and at various places on the Island which will also provide you internet when in range. HotSpot cards are available from Norfolk Island Telecom and a variety of stores when you arrive on the Island.

T&Cs

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Travel at 60 and supplier booking conditions apply.

  • a non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is due upon confirmation of booking.
  • All prices are indicative only and subject to change at any time without notice.
  • While every effort is made to provide correct information at the time of publication, the itinerary is subject to change for unforeseen circumstances at any time.
  • Conditions, amendment and cancellation fees apply.
  • Travel insurance is strongly recommended. 
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