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Escorted Australian Holidays JAN UARY TO JUNE 20 21

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Interstate Adventures

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All attractions and entrance fees as per itineraryProfessional, friendly and caring Tour Leaders and Coach Crew, Local specialist guides and experiencesGratuities and visas (conditions apply)Pre departure meetings for international holidays (conditions apply)

Courtesy pre and post home/hotel transfers (Perth/Mandurah metropolitan areas)

Quality ground, air and sea transport (where applicable)Quality accommodationCooked breakfasts daily and most dinners plus some lunches and special dining experiences

Welcome to VillaA locally-owned West Australian company, Villa Carlotta Travel offers a full range of holiday options, from escorted group tours within Australia and overseas, right through to making independent arrangements for those who prefer to travel under their own steam. Whether you’d like to book your dream holiday through our travel agent, or join one of our escorted group tours, we’re here to help you plan your next escape.

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 below icons are a guide to the required fitness level for each Villa holiday.

*Tour Activity Levels Notes

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.

Relaxed

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.

Active

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.

Challenging

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.

Highly Active

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.

Moderate

In order to protect the health and wellbeing of our staff and suppliers, electric scooters and buggies are not permitted on Villa tours.Your health, wellbeing and enjoyment of the holiday is very important to us. Anyone providing care or assistance to others must be fit and able to provide the required support and care.

Our Just for Singles holidays are for solo travellers. Offering a range of holidays within Australia and overseas, these tours are a fantastic way to travel with like-minded travellers in safety and comfort and a great opportunity to meet new friends. Come along by yourself, bring a friend or we can assist you in finding a travelling companion to share a room.

Our Discovery holidays are for more active adventurers.Our range of Discovery tours cater for more adventurous, active and culturally immersive travellers who are looking to get off the beaten track. These fully escorted, fully inclusive small group tours range in size from 10 to 20 guests.

Our escorted holidays include;

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Contents4 Travel deals Christmas & Cocos Islands holidays Indian Pacific packages

5 WA tours March to July

17 WA tours August to December

18 Scenic flights Antarctica & Southern Lights

19 Interstate tours March to September

31 Interstate tours October to December

Happy New Year!As we welcome the beginning of a brand new year, I’d like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank you for your support during what has been the most difficult year of Villa’s history.

When Western Australia was hit by the COVID-19 health crisis, we were grateful that many of our passengers decided to postpone their adventures with us instead of cancelling, which greatly helped our business recover from our temporary closure.

When WA travel restrictions eased, we were overwhelmed with bookings for tours within Western Australia. These tours continue to be very popular and are often booked out well in advance.

We are very excited to resume our interstate adventures next month and we look forward to

Villa’s 2020 Travel Information Sessions

Thu 11 Feb / Thu 22 Apr / Thu 13 May / Thu 17 Jun

Venue: The Geographe Room, State Library of Western Australia Address: 25 Francis Street, Perth Morning session: 10am – 12pmAfternoon session: 1pm – 2.30pm Refreshments provided

Villa’s Autumn Travel Expo

Save the date! Contact us to express interest in attending and we’ll contact you when details have been finalised.

Date: Thursday, 11 March

RSVP is essential for these eventsPlease contact us on 1800 066 272 or email [email protected] to confirm your attendance.

A message from

Margaret Buswell

heading back to some of our favourite Australian destinations such as Tasmania, Norfolk Island and Queensland.

If you’re interested in taking an independent holiday this year, please don’t hesitate to contact our experienced in-house travel agent, Karen, and she will be happy to provide expert advice and make arrangements for you.

On behalf of the Villa team, I wish you all the very best for 2021.

Heartfelt thanks for your support and happy travels!

Margaret Buswell Villa Director

Come and say hello!

Browse & selectBrowse our range of 2021 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.

Express interestComplete an expression of interest form (on the reverse of the address sheet enclosed with this magazine).Send it to: Locked Bag 5 Busselton WA 6280Alternatively, simply call us to pencil in your place on an upcoming tour on 1800 066 272

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Australia’s Indian Ocean Territories - Christmas Island & Cocos Keeling Islands

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7 Night Two Islands Short Stayfrom $2,639^ per person, twin shareIncludes:• Return flights from Perth including baggage

Perth – Cocos Keeling Islands – Christmas Island – Perth• 3 nights at Cocos Village Bungalows, Cocos Keeling Islands• Motorised canoe safari of Cocos Keeling Islands• 4 nights at The Sunset, Christmas Island• Car hire for 4 days on Christmas Island• Guided Nature tour of Christmas Island• Jungle walk to Dolly and Greta Beaches

14 Night Double Island Discoveryfrom $3,209^ per person, twin shareIncludes:• Return flights from Perth including baggage • 7 nights accommodation on Cocos Keeling Islands• 7 nights accommodation on Christmas Island• Car hire for 7 days on Christmas & Cocos Keeling Islands• Motorised canoe safari of Cocos Keeling Islands• Island Orientation Tour of Christmas Island• Guided Nature tour of Christmas Island

Terms & Conditions: ^Advertised prices are per person, based on twin share, including economy class airfares flying Virgin Australia ex Perth and pre-payable taxes. These packages are unescorted independent holidays booked through Villa’s travel agent. Offer is subject to change, availability and may be withdrawn without notice. Valid for travel 1 Apr 21 – 31 Mar 22, seasonal surcharges may apply. Book by 30 Jun 21. Credit card surcharges may apply. Photo credit Rik Soderlund. Special conditions may apply to adhere to government COVID-19 regulations and border restrictions. ATAS accredited A14252. For further conditions see Broome, Kimberley & Beyond’s website - www.broomekimberley.com.au.

Please enquire for all rail holidays including the Indian Pacific, The Ghan and Great Southern. THIS IS A NON-ESCORTED INDEPENDENT HOLIDAY BOOKED THROUGH VILLA’S TRAVEL AGENT.

*Advertised price is based on Advance Purchase fares, in a Gold Service Twin Cabin on the Indian Pacific. Valid for bookings minimum six months prior to departure, for travel in June and July 2021. If advertised hotel is not available, a similar property of Journey Beyond’s choosing will be booked. Should the dinner cruise be unavailable, an alternate date will be provided. All discounts and savings have been applied to the price. Not available with any other offer. Black-out dates apply. Full payment required within 14 days of booking. Booking and credit card fees may apply. Cancellation fees apply. The fare is non-refundable. Should suspension of services occur due to government-imposed restrictions, 100% of the monies paid will be placed in a future travel credit. Subject to availability. For full terms & conditions visit www.journeybeyondrail.com.au. Prices correct as at 03 December 2020. E&OE | 00461JBR2020

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from $2,737*pp twin share

SYDNEY ESCAPE

7 DAYS 6 NIGHTS

PERTH - SYDNEY

HIGHLIGHTS & INCLUSIONS4 days/3 nights aboard The Indian Pacific, travelling between

Perth and Sydney with immersive Off Train Excursions

Gold Service Twin Cabin with private ensuite and an all-inclusive fare including regionally-inspired dining paired with fine wines and beverages

3 nights four star accommodation in Sydney including breakfast

All-inclusive Sydney Harbour lunch cruise complemented with a regionally sourced menu, wines and beverages

Australia’s Indian Ocean Territories - Christmas Island & Cocos Keeling Islands

Enquire wi th Vil la today - 1800 066 272 | t rave l@vi l la .com.au | www.v i l la .com.au

7 Night Two Islands Short Stayfrom $2,639^ per person, twin shareIncludes:• Return flights from Perth including baggage

Perth – Cocos Keeling Islands – Christmas Island – Perth• 3 nights at Cocos Village Bungalows, Cocos Keeling Islands• Motorised canoe safari of Cocos Keeling Islands• 4 nights at The Sunset, Christmas Island• Car hire for 4 days on Christmas Island• Guided Nature tour of Christmas Island• Jungle walk to Dolly and Greta Beaches

14 Night Double Island Discoveryfrom $3,209^ per person, twin shareIncludes:• Return flights from Perth including baggage • 7 nights accommodation on Cocos Keeling Islands• 7 nights accommodation on Christmas Island• Car hire for 7 days on Christmas & Cocos Keeling Islands• Motorised canoe safari of Cocos Keeling Islands• Island Orientation Tour of Christmas Island• Guided Nature tour of Christmas Island

Terms & Conditions: ^Advertised prices are per person, based on twin share, including economy class airfares flying Virgin Australia ex Perth and pre-payable taxes. These packages are unescorted independent holidays booked through Villa’s travel agent. Offer is subject to change, availability and may be withdrawn without notice. Valid for travel 1 Apr 21 – 31 Mar 22, seasonal surcharges may apply. Book by 30 Jun 21. Credit card surcharges may apply. Photo credit Rik Soderlund. Special conditions may apply to adhere to government COVID-19 regulations and border restrictions. ATAS accredited A14252. For further conditions see Broome, Kimberley & Beyond’s website - www.broomekimberley.com.au.

Please enquire for all rail holidays including the Indian Pacific, The Ghan and Great Southern. THIS IS A NON-ESCORTED INDEPENDENT HOLIDAY BOOKED THROUGH VILLA’S TRAVEL AGENT.

*Advertised price is based on Advance Purchase fares, in a Gold Service Twin Cabin on the Indian Pacific. Valid for bookings minimum six months prior to departure, for travel in June and July 2021. If advertised hotel is not available, a similar property of Journey Beyond’s choosing will be booked. Should the dinner cruise be unavailable, an alternate date will be provided. All discounts and savings have been applied to the price. Not available with any other offer. Black-out dates apply. Full payment required within 14 days of booking. Booking and credit card fees may apply. Cancellation fees apply. The fare is non-refundable. Should suspension of services occur due to government-imposed restrictions, 100% of the monies paid will be placed in a future travel credit. Subject to availability. For full terms & conditions visit www.journeybeyondrail.com.au. Prices correct as at 03 December 2020. E&OE | 00461JBR2020

VILLA 1800 066 272 | [email protected] | villa.com.au

from $2,737*pp twin share

SYDNEY ESCAPE

7 DAYS 6 NIGHTS

PERTH - SYDNEY

HIGHLIGHTS & INCLUSIONS4 days/3 nights aboard The Indian Pacific, travelling between

Perth and Sydney with immersive Off Train Excursions

Gold Service Twin Cabin with private ensuite and an all-inclusive fare including regionally-inspired dining paired with fine wines and beverages

3 nights four star accommodation in Sydney including breakfast

All-inclusive Sydney Harbour lunch cruise complemented with a regionally sourced menu, wines and beverages

Western Australia Tours

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Date PageDeparting March Bridgetown Rustic Charm 2 – 5 Mar 6Albany Great Southern 3 – 8 Mar 6Esperance & Bremer Bay 8 – 14 Mar 6Majestic Southern Forests 9 – 12 Mar 6South West Op Shop 15 – 18 Mar 6Bremer Canyon Orca Experience 16 – 19 Mar 7 2nd date: 13 – 16 AprDelightful Denmark & Picturesque Pemberton 23 – 29 Mar 7 2nd date: 7 - 13 AprEaster in Albany 31 Mar – 5 Apr 8 Departing AprilEaster in Esperance 1 – 6 Apr 8Easter in Pemberton 2 – 6 Apr 8Goldfields & The Prospector rail journey 12 – 16 Apr 9Shipwrecked on the Abrolhos Islands 19 – 22 Apr 9Northern Goldfields Riches 20 – 24 Apr 102nd date: 14 - 18 MayAlbany & the Anzacs 23 – 27 Apr 10Golden Outback Triangle 24 – 29 Apr 10 2nd date: 18 – 23 MaySouth West Escapades 28 Apr – 4 May 10

Departing May Kalbarri Natural Wonders 3 – 7 May 11 2nd date: 14 – 18 JunWooleen Station 8 – 13 May 11Autumn Garden Party & the Blackwood Valley 11 – 15 May 12The World of Musicals, Mandurah 15 – 17 May 12

Departing JuneCoral Coast Treasures 4 – 13 Jun 12North West Spectacular 11 – 20 Jun 13 2nd date: 30 Jul – 8 AugWest Coast Wonders 17 – 25 Jun 13Goldfields & The Prospector rail journey 21 – 25 Jun 14Broome – Jewel of the North 23 – 28 Jun 14North West Cape 26 Jun – 4 Jul 15Kalbarri Christmas in July 28 Jun – 2 Jul 16South West Christmas in July 30 Jun – 4 Jul 16 2nd date: 21 – 25 Jul

Departing July Kalbarri Christmas in July 19 – 23 Jul 16

Interested in joining us on tour later this year? Turn to page 17 for our full list of WA tours departing Perth between August and December.

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Discovery tour

Discovery tour

Discovery tour

Just for Singles Tour


Bridgetown Rustic Charm

Esperance & Bremer Bay

South West Op Shop Tour

Highlights & Inclusions• Bridgetown country charm and hospitality• Boyup Brook District Pioneers’ Museum• Brierley Jigsaw Gallery• Local produce • Murder Mystery night• 8 meals• 3 nights’ accommodation

Highlights & Inclusions• Bremer Bay and Wellstead Homestead• Cape Le Grand National Park • Esperance scenic cruise • Recherche Archipelago • Esperance Historic Museum Village• Esperance Stonehenge• Hopetoun, Wave Rock and Hyden• Corrigin and the Bedford Arms Hotel• 15 meals• 6 nights’ accommodation

Highlights & Inclusions• Salvation Army Op Shop, Mandurah• St Vinnies Op Shop, Bunbury• St Mary’s Op Shop, Busselton• Church Op Shop, Dunsborough• St Vinnies, Margaret River• Red Cross, Augusta • Cape Leeuwin • 7 meals• 3 nights’ accommodation

4 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $1,295pptw

Single option $250Date: Tue 2 to Fri 5 Mar 2021Earn: 26 villabucks

7 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $2,370pptw

Single option $375Date: Mon 8 to Sun 14 Mar 2021Earn: 47 villabucks

4 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $1,035pptw

Single option $145Date: Mon 15 to Thu 18 Mar 2021Earn: 21 villabucks

Albany Great SouthernHighlights & Inclusions• Denmark and Greens Pool• Chocolate, toffee and tastings• Darrel Radcliffe’s Bush Gallery• The National Anzac Centre• Wildlife and history cruise• Albany’s Historic Whaling Station • at Discovery Bay • Torndirrup National Park • 12 meals• 5 nights’ accommodation

6 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $1,770pptw

Single option $270Date: Wed 3 to Mon 8 Mar 2021Earn: 35 villabucks

Majestic Southern ForestsHighlights & Inclusions• Pemberton Tram Co ride• Barbecue barn lunch at Dingup Homestead• Beedelup Falls and Bicentennial Tree• Manjimup history and heritage tour• Donnelly River cruise• Manjimup Timber and Heritage Park• 8 meals• 3 nights’ accommodation

4 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $1,255pptw

Single option $165Date: Tue 9 to Fri 12 Mar 2021Earn: 25 villabucks


Travel with us on an incredible, once in a lifetime wildlife experience. Spend your days in beautiful Bremer Bay, where the crystal-clear blue ocean meets white sandy beaches. The highlight of your short break will be a day spent with Naturaliste Charters for the Bremer Canyon orca experience. We will join the research team on an expedition to assist with orca research and learn about the canyon’s eco-system, mega fauna and migratory seabirds.

4 DAYSHighlights• Bremer Bay Canyon orca experience• Bremer Bay natural environment• Wellstead Heritage Museum• Gnornbup wine tasting and tour

Bookings & EnquiriesPhone: 1800 066 272 Email: [email protected]: villa.com.au

Dates & Prices

Price: $2,150 pptw

$190 single optionDate: Tue 16 to Fri 19 Mar 2021 Tue 13 to Fri 16 Apr 2021Earn: 43 villabucks

Itinerary is subject to change. Terms & conditions apply.

Discovery Bremer Canyon Orca Experience

Day 1. Perth to Bremer BayDay 2. Bremer history & produceDay 3. Orca experienceDay 4. Bremer Bay to Perth

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

This tall timbers forest getaway blends the best of Denmark and the Walpole Wilderness region with picturesque Pemberton. Cruise on a remote river to admire tall forests and the wild Southern Ocean and visit wineries and gourmet food producers to sample delicious local offerings.

7 DAYSHighlights• Greens Pool• Lunch at The Lake House• Chocolate, truffles and preserves• Walpole cruise• Walpole Wilderness Discovery Centre• Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk• South Coast Woodworks Gallery• Pemberton Tramway Co ride• D’Entrecasteaux National Park • Donnelly River cruise• Lost Lake wine tastings• Drakesbrook Hotel farewell lunch


Dates & Prices

Price: $1,865 pptw

$310 single optionDate: Tue 23 to Mon 29 Mar 2021 Wed 7 to Tue 13 Apr 2021. Earn: 37 villabucks


Delightful Denmark & Picturesque Pemberton

Day 1. Perth to DenmarkDay 2. Denmark countrysideDay 3. Greens PoolDay 4. Walpole wildernessDay 5. Artisans and ProduceDay 6. Southern Ocean & Donnelly RiverDay 7. Pemberton to Perth

Inclusions• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)• 14 meals• 6 nights’ accommodation • Touring and sightseeing• Professional Villa Tour Leader and Coach Captain

Tourism WA - Ancient Empire walk trail, Walpole-Nornalup National Park

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Head to Esperance with us on a six-day break this Easter to take in rolling rural vistas and the ruggedly beautiful beaches of Cape Le Grand National Park.

Join us for an enjoyable six-day Easter escape to the historic port city of Albany in Australia’s South West.

Easter in Pemberton

Easter in Albany

Highlights & Inclusions• Wave Rock• Hyden• Cape Le Grand National Park• Esperance Stonehenge• Esperance Bird and Animal Park• Easter Sunday cruise and barbecue lunch• Ravensthorpe• Silo art• Farewell lunch• 14 meals• 5 nights’ accommodation • Tours and attractions• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)• Professional Villa Tour Leader and Coach Captain

Highlights & Inclusions• Easter Sunday celebrations• National Anzac Centre• King George Sound cruise• Torndirrup and Porongurup National Parks• Mount Barker Old Police Station• Princess Royal Fortress• Denmark Arts Markets• 13 meals• 5 nights’ accommodation • Tours and attractions• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)• Professional Villa Tour Leader and Coach Captain

6 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $2,125 pptw

$335 single optionDate: Thu 1 to Tue 6 Apr 2021Earn: 43 villabucks

6 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $1,815 pptw

$270 single optionDate: Wed 31 March to Mon 5 Apr 2021Earn: 36 villabucks

Travel through the heart of the Southern Forest region with us on this special five-day Easter tour.

Easter in Esperance

Highlights & Inclusions • Easter Sunday celebrations• Pemberton Tram Co ride• D’Entrecasteaux National Park• Windy Harbour• Nornalup Inlet cruise• Valley of the Giants• Silkwood Estate • Beedelup Falls• Bicentennial Tree• 11 meals• 4 nights’ accommodation • Tours and attractions• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)• Professional Villa Tour Leader and Coach Captain

5 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $1,740 pptw

$320 single optionDate: Fri 2 to Tue 6 Apr 2021Earn: 35 villabucks


Tour regional heritage buildings, museums and historic ghost towns of one of the world’s greatest gold rushes on this five-day holiday through Western Australia’s rugged outback. We will follow the route of CY O’Connor’s historic pipeline on The Prospector train, explore part of the Golden Quest Discovery Trail and take a tour of Australia’s largest gold mine, the KCGM Super Pit.

Join us for a short break to the hub of Australia’s Coral Coast and enjoy a scenic flight to the Abrolhos Islands. Pass over the city of Geraldton, view pearl farms, the historic church on Basile Island, colourful fisherman’s camps, marine life and shipwrecks. You will also fly over the oldest European building in Australia. Landing on East Wallabi Island, enjoy morning tea followed by a guided nature walk or a snorkelling adventure. On the return flight to Geraldton, you will see Long and Beacon Islands, the Batavia shipwreck site and the Geelvink Channel.

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Highlights• Return journey on The Prospector train - Perth to Kalgoorlie • KCGM Super Pit tour• Museum of the Goldfields• Golden Quest Discovery Trail• Kookynie• Coolgardie• Use your Transwa free pass to save


Dates & Prices

Price: $1,745

$1,855 $1,965 Share a room and save $280Date: Mon 12 to Fri 16 Apr 2021 Earn: 32 villabucks


Highlights• Abrolhos Islands scenic flight (four hours)• Morning tea on East Wallabi Island• Guided snorkel or nature walk on Wallabi Island• Gravity Discovery Centre guided tour• Pinnacles guided walk• Monsignor Hawes Heritage Centre• Monsignor Hawes guided tour of Geraldton• Museum of Geraldton• HMAS Sydney II Memorial• Leanes Trench experience


Dates & Prices

Price: $2,055 pptw

$205 single optionDate: Mon 19 to Thu 22 Apr 2021Earn: 41 villabucks

Itinerary is subject to change. Terms & conditions apply.*Notes: Scenic flights are subject to weather conditions and may be cancelled (refunded). The weather at the Abrolhos Islands is subject to change. Please take suitable clothing in case of rain or cool temperatures.

Goldfields & T he Prospector rail journeyFeaturing return trip on The Prospector

Discovery Shipwrecked on the Abrolhos IslandsFeaturing a scenic flight & morning tea on East Wallabi Island

Day 1. The Prospector train journey to KalgoorlieDay 2. Golden MileDay 3. Golden Quest Discovery TrailDay 4. Coolgardie & surroundsDay 5. The Prospector train journey to Perth

Day 1. Guided walks & talksDay 2. Geraldton’s legacies & longboatsDay 3. Abrolhos Islands scenic flightDay 4. Geraldton to Perth

Inclusions• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)• 9 meals• 4 nights’ accommodation • Tours and attractions• Professional Villa Tour Leader


Guaranteed single room Prospector free pass

Guaranteed single room Prospector Pension/ Seniors Card

Guaranteed single room Prospector adult


Northern Goldfield RichesFeaturing The Prospector & Lake Ballard

Albany & the Anzacs

Golden Outback TriangleFeaturing The Prospector rail journey

South West Escapades

Highlights & Inclusions• Golden heritage trail coach journey• KCGM Super Pit tour• Hannan’s North Tourist Mine• Kalgoorlie Boulder Museum• Golden Quest Discovery Trail• Gormley Sculptures Lake Ballard • Prospector train journey (One way)• Use your Transwa free pass to save• 10 meals• 4 nights’ accommodation

Highlights & Inclusions• Princess Royal Harbour cruise• Anzac Day commemorative dawn service• Anzac Day march and ceremony• National Anzac Centre• Old Police Station Museum, Mount Barker• Torndirrup National Park• Princess Royal Fortress• Farewell lunch • 9 meals• 4 nights’ accommodation

Highlights & Inclusions• The Prospector train journey (One way)• Super Pit tour and lookout• Cape Le Grand National Park touring• Esperance Stonehenge• Wave Rock and Hyden• Use your Transwa free pass to save• 12 meals• 5 nights’ accommodation

Highlights & Inclusions• Edenvale Homestead• Olio Bello• The Berry Farm• Margaret River Chocolate Company• Busselton Jetty and Underwater Observatory• Cape Leeuwin• Dardanup Heritage Park• Ferguson Valley• Cape Naturaliste• Anniebrook Wine and Flower Emporium• 15 meals• 6 nights’ accommodation

5 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $1,675

$1,730 $1,785 $225 single optionDate: Tue 20 to Sat 24 Apr 2021 Fri 14 to Tue 18 May 2021Earn: 36 villabucks

5 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $1,360pptw

$215 single optionDate: Fri 23 to Tue 27 Apr 2021Earn: 27 villabucks

6 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $1,910

$1,965 $2,020 $345 single optionDate: Sat 24 to Thu 29 Apr 2021 Tue 18 to Sun 23 May 2021Earn: 40 villabucks

7 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $1,795pptw

$290 single optionDate: Wed 28 Apr to Tue 4 May 2021Earn: 36 villabucks

pptw Prospector free pass


pptw Prospector Pension/Seniors Card


pptw Prospector adult



Immerse yourself in Kalbarri’s warm climate and admire the spectacular natural beauty of the area’s dramatic coastal and river gorges.

5 DAYSHighlights• Murchison Gorge cruise• Kalbarri National Park• Kalbarri Skywalk• Kalbarri Coastal Cliffs• The Pink Lake, Port Gregory• Historic Lynton Station• Indian Ocean drive


Dates & Prices

Price: $1,630 pptw

$315 single optionDate: Mon 3 to Fri 7 May 2021 Mon 14 to Fri 18 Jun 2021Earn: 33 villabucks


Kalbarri Natural Wonders

Day 1. Perth to KalbarriDay 2. Murchison cruiseDay 3. Kalbarri National Park & SkywalkDay 4. Lynton Station & Pink LakeDay 5. Kalbarri to Perth


Photo: Paul Pichugin - Nature’s window Kalbarri

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.

6 DAYSHighlights• Four-wheel-drive coach journey• Guided tour, Gingin• Cervantes and Lake Thetis• Wooleen Station guided tour• Wooleen Station sunset tour• Melangata Station lunch• New Norcia guided tour• Farewell lunch New Norcia


Dates & Prices

Price: $2,855 pptw

$230 single optionDate: Sat 8 to Thu 13 May 2021Earn: 57 villabucks


Discovery Wooleen Station

Day 1. Perth to CervantesDay 2. Wooleen StationDay 3. Wooleen StationDay 4. Wooleen StationDay 5. Melangata StationDay 6. New Norcia

Inclusions• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)• 15 meals• 5 nights’ accommodation • Touring and sightseeing• Professional Villa Tour Leader• 4WD Coach Captain


Join us for a memorable three-day break in Mandurah to see a star-studded international cast perform an mesmerising new production featuring a revue of all your favourite musicals!

Join us for a fun-filled five-day holiday in the picturesque Blackwood Valley, where the quaint towns will shine bright with autumn festivities. Sample local produce, experience the splendour of a garden party in a beautiful heritage estate, explore country gardens and charming villages, and enjoy a murder mystery evening.

T he World of Musicals

Autumn Garden Party & the Blackwood Valley

Highlights & Inclusions• Edenvale Homestead• Amaze Miniature Park• Decadent C’s chocolate factory • Dwellingup Forest Discovery Centre• The World of Musicals performance • Fairbridge Village tour and lunch• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)• 6 meals• 2 nights’ accommodation • Tours and attractions• Professional Villa Tour Leader and Coach Captain

Highlights & Inclusions• Ford House garden party• Ford House tour• Country gardens• Bridgetown, Balingup and Nannup• Murder mystery evening• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)• 12 meals• 4 nights’ accommodation• Tours and attractions• Professional Villa Tour Leader and Coach Captain

3 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $935 pptw

$125 single optionDate: Sat 15 to Mon 17 May 2021Earn: 19 villabucks

5 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $1,675 pptw

$315 single optionDate: Tue 11 to Sat 15 May 2021Earn: 34 villabucks

Travel through two UNESCO World Heritage Areas with us on this fabulous road trip along Western Australia’s Coral Coast.

Coral Coast TreasuresHighlights & Inclusions • Kalbarri Wilderness cruise• Kalbarri National Park and Skywalk• Monkey Mia dolphins• Stromatolites of Hamelin Pool • Shell Beach• Ocean Park Aquarium • Shark Bay wildlife cruise • Francois Peron National Park• Exmouth and Cape Range National Park• Yardie Creek cruise• Coral viewing cruise, Coral Bay• Carnarvon Space and Technology Museum• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)• 23 meals• 9 nights’ accommodation • Tours and attractions• Professional Villa Tour Leader and Coach Captain

10 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $3,810 pptw

$720 single optionDate: Fri 4 to Sun 13 Jun 2021 Fri 13 to Sun 22 Aug 2021Earn: 76 villabucks


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.

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


Dates & Prices

Price: $3,995 pptw

$780 single optionDate: Fri 11 to Sun 20 Jun 2021 Fri 30 Jul to Sun 8 Aug 2021Earn: 80 villabucks


North West SpectacularFeaturing Karijini National Park & Ningaloo Reef

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

Walk through the eerie limestone spires of the Pinnacles Desert, discover historic settlements and homesteads, and immerse yourself in the marine environments of the Shark Bay and Ningaloo Coast World Heritage Areas.

9 DAYSHighlights• Half-day adventure on Dirk Hartog Island• Steep Point – the western-most point of mainland Australia• Monkey Mia dolphin experience • Shark Bay World Heritage Area touring• Shark Bay eco cruise• Pinnacles Desert Discovery Centre• Historic tour of Dongara• Central Greenough Historic Settlement • Oakabella Homestead and Tea Rooms• Coral Bay coral viewing• Carnarvon behind the scenes guided tour


Dates & Prices

Price: $4,530 pptw

$755 single optionDate: Thu 17 to Fri 25 Jun 2021Earn: 91 villabucks


West Coast WondersFeaturing the Pinnacles, Shark Bay, Dirk Hartog Island & Coral Bay

Day 1. Perth to DongaraDay 2. Historic Dongara & GreenoughDay 3. Oakabella HomesteadDay 4. Monkey Mia dolphinsDay 5. Ocean Park Aquarium, Shark BayDay 6. Dirk Hartog Island experienceDay 7. Coral BayDay 8. Free day in Coral BayDay 9. Carnarvon

Inclusions• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)• Airfares and taxes • 20 meals• 8 nights’ accommodation • Tours and attractions• Professional Villa Tour Leader and Coach Captain

Day 1. Perth to DalwallinuDay 2. Dalwallinu to MeekatharraDay 3. Meekatharra to NewmanDay 4. Karijini National ParkDay 5. Karijini National ParkDay 6. Karijini to ExmouthDay 7. Cape Range National ParkDay 8. Bullara Station & Coral BayDay 9. Carnarvon to GeraldtonDay 10. Geraldton to Perth

Continue your holiday with our North West Cape tour

See Page 15 for more details


Tour regional heritage buildings, museums and historic ghost towns of one of the world’s greatest gold rushes on this five-day holiday through Western Australia’s rugged outback. We will follow the route of CY O’Connor’s historic pipeline on The Prospector train, explore part of the Golden Quest Discovery Trail and take a tour of Australia’s largest gold mine, the KCGM Super Pit.

5 DAYSHighlights• Return journey on The Prospector train - Perth to Kalgoorlie • KCGM Super Pit tour• Museum of the Goldfields• Golden Quest Discovery Trail• Kookynie• Coolgardie• Use your Transwa free pass to save


Dates & Prices

Price: $1,470

$1,575 $1,685 $280 single optionDate: Mon 21 to Fri 25 Jun 2021Earn: 32 villabucks


Goldfields & T he Prospector rail journeyFeaturing return trip on The Prospector

Inclusions• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)• 9 meals• 4 nights’ accommodation • Tours and attractions• Professional Villa Tour Leader

Broome is the ultimate winter escape. Join us on this fabulous six-day break to soak up some winter sunshine, witness the incredible natural phenomenon of the Staircase to the Moon and explore some of the North West’s most dramatically beautiful landscapes.

6 DAYSHighlights• Broome Staircase to the Moon• Broome Staircase Markets• Willie Creek Pearl Farm • Pearling history and industry tours• Broome Tramway Co. historical tour• Malcolm Douglas Crocodile Park and Animal Refuge• Gantheaume Point• Cultural experience• OPERA UNDER THE STARS® August only departure


Dates & Prices

Price: $3,435 pptw

$705 single optionDate: Wed 23 to Mon 28 Jun 2021Earn: 69 villabucks

Price: $3,625 pptw

$635 single optionDate: Tue 24 to Sun 29 Aug 2021Earn: 70 villabucks


Broome, Jewel of the NorthFeaturing Staircase to the Moon

Day 1. Perth to BroomeDay 2. History of BroomeDay 3. Broome’s pearling industryDay 4. Staircase to the MoonDay 5. Broome’s wildlifeDay 6. Broome to Perth

Inclusions• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)• Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)• 10 meals• 5 nights’ accommodation• Tours and attractions • Professional Villa Tour Leader

Day 1. The Prospector train journey to KalgoorlieDay 2. Golden MileDay 3. Golden Quest Discovery TrailDay 4. Coolgardie & surroundsDay 5. The Prospector train journey to Perth





Day 1. Perth to ExmouthToday we collect you from home and transfer you to the Perth Airport for your flight to Learmonth Airport. Upon arrival, transfer to Exmouth - the gateway to the Cape Range National Park. Overnight: Potshot Resort, Exmouth (D)

Day 2. Yardie Creek cruiseThis morning travel through the Cape Range National Park to Yardie Creek. On a tranquil cruise, learn about the area’s Indigenous history, flora and fauna as you view the spectacular multi-coloured gorge cliffs and abundant wildlife. Next the Milyering Discovery Centre houses a wide range of information about the region. Overnight: Potshot Resort, Exmouth (BLD)

Day 3. Range & reef adventuresThis morning, discover the history, ecology and significant sites of the Cape Range National Park and Ningaloo Reef. Then we will enjoy a tour of the Ningaloo Centre before taking a cruise from Tantabiddi to complete the day’s touring. View the colours of the Ningaloo coastline, spot marine life and witness a famous North West sunset. Overnight: Potshot Resort, Exmouth (BD)

Day 4. Bullara Station & Coral BayToday we will visit Bullara Station to marvel at the wonders of the raw Australian outback and learn about life on a working cattle station. In Coral Bay we will join the Subsea Explorer to cruise the calm waters of the bay and view the myriad of marine life beneath the surface. Overnight: Ningaloo Reef Resort, Coral Bay (BD)

Escape to Australia’s Coral Coast with us next winter to dose up on vitamin D and see the Ningaloo Coast World Heritage Area and Kalbarri National Park. This delightful nine-day tour takes in iconic sights of the North West Cape, without driving both ways. We start our tour by flying to Exmouth and exploring the North West Cape, before making the return journey south by coach, stopping along the way at Carnarvon and Kalbarri.

Day 5. Coral Bay to CarnarvonTravelling south to Carnarvon today, we will stop in at Minilya Roadhouse for morning tea. Lunch is at leisure in Carnarvon, then we will visit Bumbak’s (one of Carnarvon’s most famous plantations) for afternoon tea. Overnight: Carnarvon Motel, Carnarvon (BD)

Day 6. Carnarvon’s industries & historyIn Carnarvon, a local resident will provide a comprehensive tour of Carnarvon and its surrounds. Delve into the horticultural and marine industries of the Gascoyne region, visit the heritage precinct and the Carnarvon Space and Technology Museum. Overnight: Carnarvon Motel, Carnarvon (BD)

Day 7. Wooramel StationOn our journey south to Kalbarri, we will visit Wooramel Station - a family-owned working cattle, sheep and goat outback station. Discover the story behind the hot baths and relax over morning tea (pack your bathers in a day bag just in case time allows for a quick dip in the baths). Overnight: Kalbarri Edge Resort, Kalbarri (BD)

Day 8. Cruising the MurchisonTravel the Murchison River on a cruise to discover area’s natural beauty, abundant wildlife and history. Marvel at the geology, fauna and flora as you learn about the impact convicts had on the region. This afternoon, embark on a tour of the spectacular Kalbarri National Park, the perfect setting for afternoon tea. Overnight: Kalbarri Edge Resort, Kalbarri (BLD)

Day 9. Kalbarri to PerthTravel along the scenic Indian Ocean Drive on the journey south. Enjoy a farewell lunch in Jurien Bay, then upon arrival in Perth we will see you safely home. (BL)

North West Cape Reef to RangeFeaturing Exmouth, Coral Bay, Carnarvon & Kalbarri

9 DAYSHighlights• Ningaloo Centre galleries and aquarium• Working cattle station visits• Ningaloo coral reef cruise• Yardie Creek and gorge cruise• Milyering Discovery Centre• Cape Range National Park• Coral Bay natural wonders• Carnarvon Space and Technology Museum• Wooramel Station• Murchison River cruise• Kalbarri National Park

Inclusions ▶ Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA) ▶ Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA) ▶ 19 meals ▶ 8 nights’ accommodation ▶ Tours and attractions ▶ Professional Villa Tour Leader and Coach Captain


Dates & Prices

Price: $3,995 pptw

$630 single optionDate: Sat 26 Jun to Sun 4 Jul 2021Earn: 79 villabucks


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Why not tour the South West’s lush green countryside and celebrate Christmas in July with us this winter? Explore historic Fairbridge Village, enjoy high tea at Peel Manor House and sit down to a festive Christmas in July dinner with all the trimmings at Abbey Beach Resort.

What better way to escape the winter blues than with a relaxing five-day break to Kalbarri and a traditional Christmas in July festive dinner?

Kalbarri Christmas in July

Kalbarri Christmas in July

Highlights & Inclusions• Christmas in July celebrations• Cape Naturaliste scenery• Historic Fairbridge Village• Anniebrook Wine and Flower Emporium• Art Geo Complex• Wonnerup House• Old Butter Factory• Peel Manor House high tea• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)• 9 meals• 4 nights’ accommodation • Tours and attractions• Professional Villa Tour Leader and Coach Captain

Highlights & Inclusions• Christmas in July celebrations• Kalbarri National Park• Murchison River cruise• Historic Lynton Station• Hutt Lagoon - Pink Lake • Rainbow Jungle• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)• 11 meals• 4 nights’ accommodation• Tours and attractions• Professional Villa Tour Leader and Coach Captain

5 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $1,365 pptw

$190 single optionDate: Wed 30 Jun to Sun 4 Jul 2021 Wed 21 to Sun 25 Jul 2021Earn: 27 villabucks

5 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $1,895 single room

share a room and save $315Date: Mon 28 Jun to Fri 2 Jul 2021 Earn: 32 villabucks

You’re invited to join us on a wonderful five-day winter escape to sunny Kalbarri to celebrate Christmas in July.

South West Christmas in July

Highlights & Inclusions • Christmas in July celebrations• Kalbarri National Park• Kalbarri River cruise• Historic Lynton Station• Rainbow Jungle• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)• 11 meals• 4 nights’ accommodation• Tours and attractions• Professional Villa Tour Leader and Coach Captain

5 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $1,580 pptw

$315 single optionDate: Mon 19 to Fri 23 Jul 2021Earn: 32 villabucks

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Western Australia ToursDeparting August to December 2021


Departing August DateSouth West Op Shop 3 - 6 AugWooleen Station 3 - 8 AugThe Nannup Flower & Garden Festival 12 - 16 Aug Coral Coast Treasures 13 - 22 AugKalbarri Wildflowers 20 – 24 AugBroome Jewel of the North 24 - 29 Aug Mid West Wildflowers 27 - 31 Aug Northern Goldfields Riches 31 Aug - 4 SepMt Augustus & Wooleen Station TBA

Departing SeptemberCoral Coast Treasures 2 - 11 Sep Golden Outback Triangle 4 - 9 Sep Wooleen Station 4 - 9 SepWest Coast Wildflowers 4 - 10 SepWildflowers on the Southern Coast 11 - 16 Sep Goldfields & The Prospector rail journey 13 - 17 Sep Mid West Wildflowers 17 - 21 Sep West Coast Wildflowers 18 - 24 Sep Cervantes Wildflowers 24 - 27 Sep

Departing OctoberWildflowers & Silo Art 6 - 11 OctKalbarri Natural Wonders 9 - 13 Oct Goldfields & The Prospector rail journey 11 - 15 Oct Albany Great Southern 13 - 18 Oct Delightful Denmark & Picturesque Pemberton 20 - 26 Oct Southern Wildflowers 21 - 25 Oct Hyden & The Wheatbelt Wildflower Trail 26 - 29 Oct Wildflowers & Silo Art 29 Oct - 3 Nov

Departing NovemberSouth West Cruising 8 - 13 Nov Delightful Denmark & Picturesque Pemberton 9 - 15 NovEsperance & Bremer Bay 15 - 21 NovMajestic Southern Forests 16 – 19 Nov

Departing DecemberCherry Time Getaway, Busselton 1 - 3 Dec Cherry Time Getaway, Busselton 7 - 9 DecManjimup Cherry Harmony Festival 8 - 12 Dec South West Cherry 13 - 17 DecChristmas in Albany 23 - 27 Dec Christmas in Esperance 23 - 28 Dec Christmas in Busselton 24 - 28 DecNew Year in Albany 29 Dec - 2 Jan New Year in Pemberton 30 Dec - 2 JanNew Year in Busselton 31 Dec - 3 Jan

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Discovery tour

Discovery tour




ANTARCTICA IN A DAYThe world’s most unique scenic flight, since 1994

Aboard our privately chartered Qantas Dreamliner, experience unparalleled Antarctic viewing, with up to 4 hours over the white continent.

From $2,199 per person.

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ROUND TRIP PERTH: 14 November 2021

Contact Travel Villa to learn more and book your seat.

Ph: 1800 066 272 Email: [email protected] Website: www.villa.com.au

This is an unescorted independent holiday booked through Villa’s travel agent.

Many people spend a small fortune to fly to Norway, Canada or the Arctic Circle to see the Northern lights, but did you realise that you can see the same phenomena on a flight departing from Australia?

Join astrophysicist Dr Ian Griffin & a team of expert astronomers and fly into the night, to witness one of the world’s most magical natural phenomena. We will take you far away from light pollution, high above the clouds and weather systems to see a magical and unforgettable display with uninterrupted view of the southern lights.

For more information or to book, Ph: 1800 066 272 Email: [email protected] Website: www.villa.com.au

Departing Perth 08 May 2021

from $1,395

Interstate Adventures


Date PageDeparting MarchCelebrating Canberra in Autumn 10 – 15 Mar 20Grand Tasmania Experience 12 – 22 Mar 20 2nd date: 22 Oct - 1 NovMagnificent High Country of Australia 16 – 26 Mar 20Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show 22 – 26 Mar 20Historic Hobart & a Taste of Tasmania 24 – 31 Mar 21A Norfolk Island Easter 29 Mar – 6 Apr 21Kangaroo Island Adventures 31 Mar – 5 Apr 21

Departing AprilThe Man from Snowy River Bush Festival, Victoria 5 – 11 Apr 22Splendid Bright, Beechworth & Yackandandah 19 – 27 Apr 22Anzac Day on the Murray Princess, South Australia 22 – 26 Apr 22Norfolk Island in Autumn 22 – 30 Apr 22

Departing MayOutback South Australia & Red Centre 5 – 18 May 23South Australian Splendour 8 – 17 May 23Alice, Uluru & the Red Desert, Northern Territory 14 – 20 May 23

Departing JuneDarwin Unearthed 5 – 10 Jun 24Highlights of Adelaide 13 – 17 Jun 24Cairns & Atherton Tablelands 16 – 24 Jun 24Top End & Kimberley Wilderness Wonders 16 – 28 Jun 25

Departing JulyKimberley to Kakadu 1 – 12 Jul 25Classic Cairns 8 – 14 Jul 25Christmas in July on the Murray Princess, South Australia 8 – 12 Jul 26Queensland Rail, Reef & Tropical Islands 13 – 22 Jul 26Queensland Heart of the Outback 16 – 23 Jul 26Best of Brisbane 23 – 28 Jul 27The Ghan & Top End 25 Jul – 1 Aug 27

Departing AugustFlinders Ranges, South Australia 1 – 9 Aug 27Classic Cairns 7 – 13 Aug 28Southern Queensland Hinterlands 9 – 16 Aug 28Vivid Sydney 17 – 21 Aug 28Alice, Uluru & the Red Desert, Northern Territory 23 – 29 Aug 29

Departing SeptemberUpper Murraylands Cruise, South Australia 10 – 17 Sep 29Yarra Valley Delights, Victoria 13 – 18 Sep 30Toowoomba the Garden City, Queensland 21 – 27 Sep 30Floriade Festival, Canberra 24 – 28 Sep 31

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Interested in joining us on tour later this year? Turn to page 31 for our full list of Interstate tours departing Perth between October and December.

Discovery tour

Discovery tour

Discovery tour

Discovery tour

ANTARCTICA IN A DAYThe world’s most unique scenic flight, since 1994

Aboard our privately chartered Qantas Dreamliner, experience unparalleled Antarctic viewing, with up to 4 hours over the white continent.

From $2,199 per person.

ANT-108

ROUND TRIP PERTH: 14 November 2021

Contact Travel Villa to learn more and book your seat.

Ph: 1800 066 272 Email: [email protected] Website: www.villa.com.au

This is an unescorted independent holiday booked through Villa’s travel agent.

Many people spend a small fortune to fly to Norway, Canada or the Arctic Circle to see the Northern lights, but did you realise that you can see the same phenomena on a flight departing from Australia?

Join astrophysicist Dr Ian Griffin & a team of expert astronomers and fly into the night, to witness one of the world’s most magical natural phenomena. We will take you far away from light pollution, high above the clouds and weather systems to see a magical and unforgettable display with uninterrupted view of the southern lights.

For more information or to book, Ph: 1800 066 272 Email: [email protected] Website: www.villa.com.au

Departing Perth 08 May 2021

from $1,395


Celebrating Canberra in Autumn

Grand Tasmania Experience

Magnificent High Country of Australia

Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show

Highlights & Inclusions• Canberra Balloon Spectacular• Specialist guided tour of Canberra• Lake Burley Griffin cruise• Australian War Memorial• Museum of Australian Democracy guided tour• Behind the scenes at the National Library • National Museum of Australia • Cockington Green Gardens• Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)• 9 meals• 5 nights’ accommodation

Highlights & Inclusions• 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 and Heritage Centre• Bridestowe Lavender Farm• East Coast Natureworld• Ross and Richmond• Old Hobart Town• Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)• 22 meals• 10 nights’ accommodation

Highlights & Inclusions• Walhalla Gold Mine tour• Walhalla Goldfields Railway• Gippsland Vehicle Collection• Duart Homestead tour and lunch• Port of Sale historic waterways cruise• Great Alpine Road touring• Bright guided tour• Mount Beauty and Falls Creek• Beechworth historical tour• Beechworth Gaol tour• Tumbarumba Boggy Creek show• Pioneer Women’s Museum• Snowy Mountains Highway• Thredbo and Lake Jindabyne• Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)• 25 meals• 10 nights’ accommodation

Highlights & Inclusions• Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show • Dinner at Crown Casino• Macedon Ranges• Forest Glade Gardens• The Stokes Collection• Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)• 9 meals• 4 nights’ accommodation

6 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $3,370pptw

$600 single optionDate: Wed 10 to Mon 15 Mar 2021Earn: 67 villabucks

11 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $5,610pptw

$785 single optionDate: Fri 12 to Mon 22 Mar 2021Earn: 112 villabucks

Price: $5,515pptw

$790 single optionDate: Fri 22 Oct to Mon 1 Nov 2021Earn: 110 villabucks

11 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $4,615pptw

$555 single optionDate: Tue 16 to Fri 26 Mar 2021Earn: 92 villabucks

5 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $2,685pptw

$330 single optionDate: Mon 22 to Fri 26 Mar 2021Earn: 54 villabucks


Immerse yourself in the island’s laidback lifestyle, beautiful scenery and fascinating history as you feast on plentiful fresh produce during this thoroughly enjoyable nine-day tour.

Discover stunning scenery, history and fresh produce of southern Tasmania on this wonderful eight-day tour.

Kangaroo Island Easter Escape

Historic Hobart & a Taste of TasmaniaFeaturing historic sites & gourmet delights

Highlights & Inclusions• Night as a Convict• Wonderland by Night tour• Convict Settlement tour• Progressive dinner and island feasts• Glass bottom boat cruise• Breakfast walk and barbecue• Pitcairn Settlers tour• Cheese tour• Night with the Mutineers• Bounty Folk Museum• Colleen McCullough Home• Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)• 17 meals• 8 nights’ accommodation

Highlights & Inclusions• Richmond and Old Hobart Town• Salamanca Market• Mount Field National Park• Coal River Farm produce• Port Arthur historic site• Tasman Peninsula• Dinner cruise• Cascades Female Factory historic site• Derwent Valley Railway• Huon Valley• Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)• 15 meals• 7 nights’ accommodation

9 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $4,135 pptw

$525 single optionDate: Mon 29 Mar to Tue 6 Apr 2021Earn: 83 villabucks

8 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $4,110 pptw

$525 single optionDate: Wed 24 to Wed 31 Mar 2021Earn: 82 villabucks

Join us for an Easter 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. Meet the locals, sample their produce, get up close to wildlife and spend time at your leisure.

A Norfolk Island Easter

Highlights & Inclusions • Horse-drawn tram ride• Granite Island• Seal Bay • The Raptor Domain• Flinders Chase National Park • Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch• Emu Bay Lavender• Kangaroo Island Honey Farm• Kangaroo Island Eucalyptus Oil Distillery• Scenic touring, Kangaroo Island• Free time on Kangaroo Island• Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)• 12 meals• 5 nights’ accommodation

6 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $3,350 pptw

$425 single optionDate: Wed 31 Mar to Mon 5 Apr 2021Earn: 67 villabucks


T he Man from Snowy River Bush Festival

Splendid Bright, Beechworth & Yackandandah

Anzac on the Murray Princess

Norfolk Island in Autumn

Highlights & Inclusions• XPT rail journey Melbourne to Albury• Local guided tour of Albury• Lake Hume Dam Wall walk• Albury Botanic Gardens guided tour• Bonegilla Migrant experience• Army Museum Bandiana• Boggy Creek Show, Tumbarumba• Pioneer Women’s Hut Museum• The Man from Snowy River Bush Festival (2 days)• Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)• 14 meals• 6 nights’ accommodation

Highlights & Inclusions• Train journey from Melbourne to Albury• Guided tour of Albury Botanic Gardens• Mount Buffalo and Falls Creek touring• Wandiligong Nut Festival• Bright Autumn Festival• Yackandandah guided walking tour• Red Stag Deer and Emu Farm tour• Beechworth Historic and Cultural Precinct tour• Old Beechworth Gaol tour• Beechworth Honey Bee School• Milawa produce• Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)• 20 meals• 8 nights’ accommodation

Highlights & Inclusions• Three-night PS Murray Princess cruise• Murray Bridge• Nature walk• Dragon-Fly – flat-bottom-boat bird watching cruise• Adelaide Botanic Gardens• Haigh’s Chocolates• Carrick Hill• Monarto Zoo (optional)• Hahndorf • Anzac Day commemorations• Traditional gun fire breakfast and two-up• Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)• 10 meals• 4 nights’ accommodation

Highlights & Inclusions• Night as a Convict• Wonderland by Night tour• Convict Settlement tour • Progressive dinner and island feasts• Glass bottom boat cruise• Breakfast walk and barbecue• Pitcairn Settlers tour• Cheese tour• Night with the Mutineers • Bounty Folk Museum• Colleen McCullough Home • Free time to explore at leisure• Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)• 17 meals• 8 nights’ accommodation

7 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $3,340pptw

$405 single optionDate: Mon 5 to Sun 11 Apr 2021Earn: 67 villabucks

9 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $3,895pptw

$525 single optionDate: Mon 19 to Tue 27 Apr 2021Earn: 78 villabucks

5 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $2,995pptw

$465 single optionDate: Thu 22 to Mon 26 Apr 2021Earn: 60 villabucks

9 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $4,120pptw

$540 single optionDate: Thu 22 to Fri 30 Apr 2021 Earn: 82 villabucks


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

Explore the Red Centre and outback South Australia aboard a four-wheel-drive luxury coach.

Alice, Uluru & the Red DesertFeaturing The Field of Light Illumination

Discovery Outback South Australia & Red Centre

Highlights & Inclusions• Victor Harbor• South Australian Whale Centre• Encounter Coast Discovery Centre• Clydesdale horse-drawn tram ride• Coorong cruise• Kangaroo Island produce• Kangaroo Island sea lions• Flinders Chase National Park• Cape du Couedic Lighthouse, Remarkable Rocks and the Admirals Arch• Free time on Kangaroo Island • Three-night PS Murray Princess cruise• Hahndorf• Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)• 21 meals• 9 nights’ accommodation

Highlights & Inclusions• Alice Springs• MacDonnell Ranges• Kings Canyon• Uluru • Kata Tjuta (the Olgas)• Field of Lights Illumination• Oodnadatta Track• Coober Pedy• Ikara-Flinders Ranges • Wilpena Pound• Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary• Clare Valley• Airfares and taxes* (ex Perth, WA)• 29 meals• 13 nights’ accommodation

10 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $5,015 pptw

$805 single optionDate: Sat 8 to Mon 17 May 2021Earn: 100 villabucks

14 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $6,710 pptw

$1,095 single optionDate: Wed 5 to Tue 18 May 2021Earn: 134 villabucks

Venture into the heart of Australia to see the Red Centre’s world-renowned natural wonders and majestic mountain ranges. Learn pioneering history, view fiery sunsets and sunrises at Uluru, and marvel at the outback’s starry night skies.

South Australian Splendour

Highlights & Inclusions • Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park• Sunset and sunrise over Uluru• The Field of Light Illumination, Uluru• Curtin Springs Station tour • The MacDonnell Ranges• Walpa Gorge walk • Outback dinner and astronomy show• Royal Flying Doctor Service and School of the Air tours• National Pioneer Women’s Hall of Fame• Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)• 15 meals• 6 nights’ accommodation

7 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $4,210 pptw

$710 single optionDate: Fri 14 to Thu 20 May 2021Earn: 84 villabucks


Discover Adelaide’s charming gardens, historic sights and gourmet delights on this wonderful five-day tour.

Join us on this exciting six-day tour of Darwin to explore tropical landscapes, cruise billabongs, spot wildlife and learn about Australia’s World War II front line.

Cairns & the Atherton Tablelands

Darwin Unearthed Featuring ancient landscapes, wildlife, history & culture

Highlights & Inclusions• Haigh’s Chocolates• Central Markets breakfast tour• Carrick Hill• Hahndorf• Art Gallery of South Australia• Adelaide Botanic Gardens• Glenelg• Dolphin Explorer cruise• Ayers House Museum• Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)• 9 meals• 4 nights’ accommodation

Highlights & Inclusions• Darwin city sightseeing• George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens• Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory• Crocosaurus Cove• Mindil Beach Sunset Markets• Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve• Window on the Wetlands Visitor Centre• Corroboree Billabong cruise• Darwin Military Museum• Litchfield National Park• Darwin sunset and dinner cruise• Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)• 11 meals• 5 nights’ accommodation

5 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $2,750 pptw

$290 single optionDate: Sun 13 to Thu 17 Jun 2021Earn: 55 villabucks

6 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $3,265 pptw

$375 single optionDate: Sat 5 to Thu 10 Jun 2021Earn: 65 villabucks

Tropical North Queensland is the perfect destination for a winter escape. Atherton Tablelands is a verdant green land and Cairns is nestled between stunning untouched rainforest and the natural wonder of the Great Barrier Reef.

Highlights of Adelaide

Highlights & Inclusions • Yungaburra Memorial Park• Historic Village Herberton• Gallo Dairyland• Nerada Tea• Millaa Millaa Falls• Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park night fire dinner• Cairns Botanic Gardens• Cairns Aquarium• Green Island cruise• Great Barrier Reef Marine Park• Kuranda Rail and Skyway• Cairns dinner cruise• Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)• 17 meals• 8 nights’ accommodation

9 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $4,995 pptw

$570 single optionDate: Wed 16 to Thu 24 Jun 2021Earn: 100 villabucks

Why not return on the Indian Pacific? Contact us for details

1800 066 272


Travel from Broome to Darwin with us on an unforgettable 12-day holiday of discovery through Australia’s spectacular Kimberley and Top End.

Join us on this epic small group adventure from Darwin to Broome and immerse yourself in iconic Australian wilderness experiences.

Just for Singles Classic CairnsThe gateway to Tropical North Queensland

Discovery Top End & Kimberley Wilderness Wonders

Highlights & Inclusions• Broome Pearl Luggers museum• Lake Argyle and the Ord River• Geikie and Katherine Gorge cruise • Breakfast overlooking Katherine River• Camp fire dinner and entertainment• Katherine Hot Springs and museum• Kakadu National Park touring• Adelaide River• Yellow Water Billabong cruise• Jumping Crocodile cruise• Bombing of Darwin experience• Darwin Harbour cruise• Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)• 26 meals• 11 nights’ accommodation

Highlights & Inclusions• Darwin Harbour sunset dinner cruise• Mindil Beach Sunset Markets• Darwin Military history experiences• Litchfield National Park• Katherine Gorge sunset dinner cruise• Katherine Hot Springs• Cutta Cutta Caves tour• Lake Argyle and Ord River Dam• Bungle Bungles scenic flight and walks • Gibb River Road to El Questro • Geikie Gorge • Broome Hovercraft experience• Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)• 26 meals• 12 nights’ accommodation • Experienced local guides

12 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $6,695 pptw

$1,295 single optionDate: Thu 1 to Mon 12 Jul 2021Earn: 134 villabucks

13 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $7,545 pptw

$1,275 single optionDate: Wed 16 to Mon 28 Jun 2021Earn: 151 villabucks

Head to tropical North Queensland with us next winter to escape the chill and immerse yourself in the region’s rich diversity of destinations, experiences and attractions.

Kimberley to Kakadu An outback adventure from Broome to Darwin

Highlights & Inclusions • Tjapukai Aboriginal Culture Park dinner and show• Cairns Botanic Gardens tour• Cairns Aquarium• Kuranda Railway and Skyrail• Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures• Port Douglas• Cairns harbour cruise• Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)• 12 meals• 6 nights’ accommodation

7 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $4,220 single room

share a room and save $435Date: Thu 8 to Wed 14 Jul 2021Earn: 76 villabucks

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Follow Queensland’s glorious coastline from Cairns to the Whitsundays Featuring the Spirit of Queensland rail journey - Cairns to Whitsundays. Discover some of the world’s finest beaches, colourful marine life, tropical rainforests and scenic rail journeys.

Enjoy a wonderful Christmas in July celebration aboard the PS Murray Princess.

Discovery Heart of Outback QueenslandFeaturing the Spirit of the Outback rail journey

Christmas in July aboard the Murray Princess Featuring ancient landscapes, wildlife, history & culture

Highlights & Inclusions• Three-night PS Murray Princess cruise• Christmas in July celebrations• Murray Bridge• Nature walk• Barbecue on the banks of the Murray River• Hahndorf• Adelaide Botanic Gardens• Haigh’s Chocolates• Carrick Hill• Monarto Zoo (optional)• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)• Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)• 10 meals• 4 nights’ accommodation

10 Days

Dates & Prices

Price from: $5,090 pptw

$1,010 single optionDate: Tue 13 to Thu 22 Jul 2021Earn: 102 villabucks

5 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $2,995 pptw

$435 single optionDate: Thu 8 to Mon 12 Jul 2021Earn: 60 villabucks

Discover Queensland’s rich outback history and picturesque wilderness areas before embarking on the Spirit of the Outback rail journey from Emerald to Brisbane.

Queensland Rail, Reef & Tropical Islands

Highlights & Inclusions • Spirit of the Outback rail journey Emerald to Brisbane• 2 nights at Carnarvon Gorge Wilderness Lodge• Qantas Founders Museum• Winton orientation tour• Longreach Cemetery tour• Camden Park Station tour• Thomson River sunset cruise• Emerald town tour• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)• Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)• 17 meals• 7 nights’ accommodation

8 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $5,095 pptw

$545 single optionDate: Fri 16 to Fri 23 Jul 2021Earn: 102 villabucks

Highlights & Inclusions• Cairns and Kuranda• Kuranda rail journey• Cairns dinner cruise• Cairns Botanic Gardens• Cairns Aquarium• Spirit of Queensland rail journey (Cairns - Whitsundays)• Magnetic Island touring• Reef HQ Aquarium, Townsville• Airlie Beach• Hamilton Island and the Whitsundays• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)• Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)• 19 meals• 9 nights’ accommodation


Discover Darwin’s ancient landscapes, famous waterways and abundant wildlife before taking an epic rail journey on the legendary Ghan through the heart of Australia’s outback to Adelaide, stopping en-route for some amazing off-train adventures.

Why not head to sunny Queensland with us this winter? You’re invited to join us on a six-day journey of discovery, as we see the sights of picturesque Brisbane. Cruise along the Brisbane River, explore South Bank, cuddle koalas, stroll through gardens, visit historic North Stradbroke Island and immerse yourself in compelling theatrical performances based on true events.

Discovery Flinders Ranges & the Outback

Best of Brisbane

Highlights & Inclusions• The legendary Ghan (Darwin to Adelaide)• Off-train excursions - Katherine, Alice Springs, Coober Pedy• Darwin sunset and dinner cruise• Litchfield National Park touring• Corroboree Billabong cruise• The Adelaide River• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)• Airfares and taxes• 18 meals• 7 nights’ accommodation

Highlights & Inclusions• Introductory tour of Brisbane• Beenleigh Historical Village and Museum• Kookaburra Queen paddle wheeler dinner cruise• Australian Outback Spectacular• Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary• Mt Coot-tha and Brisbane Botanic Gardens• North Stradbroke Island• Spirits of the Red Sand Aboriginal Theatre - dinner and show• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)• Airfares and taxes• 11 meals• 5 nights’ accommodation

8 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $6,920 pptw

$215 single optionDate: Sun 25 Jul to Sun 1 Aug 2021Earn: 138 villabucks

6 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $3,055 pptw

$485 single optionDate: Fri 23 to Wed 28 Jul 2021Earn: 61 villabucks

Join us on a journey into the spectacular Flinders Ranges and South Australia’s awe-inspiring outback. Magnificent mountains, glowing sunsets, gnarly gum trees, waterholes and gorges and vast ancient and dramatic landscapes will be at every turn.

T he Ghan & Top End Featuring Darwin, Katherine, Alice Springs & Coober Pedy

Highlights & Inclusions • Steamtown guided tour• Jeff Morgan Gallery and Wilpena Panorama• Wilpena Pound touring• Rawnsley Park Station tour• Flinders Ranges sunset• Free day at Wilpena Pound• Blinman Underground Heritage Mine• Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary• The famous Prairie Hotel• Ridgetop 4WD tour• Guided walks at Wilpena and Arkaroola• Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)• 19 meals• 8 nights’ accommodation

7 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $4,935 pptw

$690 single optionDate: Sun 1 to Mon 9 Aug 2021Earn: 99 villabucks


Explore tropical rainforests, picturesque National Parks, quaint rural settings, iconic attractions and historic towns on this exquisite eight-day winter escape to Southern Queensland.

Head to tropical North Queensland with us next winter to escape the chill and immerse yourself in the region’s rich diversity of destinations, experiences and attractions.

Vivid Festival of Light, Sydney

Classic CairnsThe gateway to Tropical North Queensland

Highlights & Inclusions• Tjapukai Aboriginal Culture Park dinner and show• Cairns Botanic Gardens tour• Cairns Aquarium• Kuranda Railway and Skyrail• Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures• Port Douglas• Cairns harbour cruise• Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)• 12 meals• 6 nights’ accommodation

8 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $3,760 pptw

$495 single optionDate: Mon 9 to Mon 16 Aug 2021Earn: 75 villabucks

7 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $3,785 pptw

$435 single optionDate: Sat 7 to Fri 13 Aug 2021Earn: 76 villabucks

There’s no better time to visit Sydney than during the world’s largest festival of light! You’re invited to join us on a fabulous short break to see Sydney’s iconic sights lit up in vibrant colour during the annual Vivid Festival.

Southern Queensland ’ Hinterlands Featuring the Sunshine Coast, historic towns & tropical rainforest

Highlights & Inclusions • Vivid Festival of Light• Vivid Light dinner cruise• St Mary’s Cathedral• Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney• Mrs Macquarie’s Chair• Vaucluse House and Estate• Sydney Opera House• ABC Ultimo guided tour• Army Museum of New South Wales• Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)• 8 meals• 4 nights’ accommodation

5 Days

Dates & Prices

Price: $2,890 pptw

$490 single optionDate: Tue 17 to Sat 21 Aug 2021Earn: 58 villabucks

Highlights & Inclusions• Montville and Maleny• Eumundi Markets• Maleny Dairies• The Ginger Factory• Noosa River cruise• Hastings Street, Noosa• Australia Zoo• Caboolture Historical Village• O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat• Lamington National Park• Rainforest wildlife encounters• Rainforest Tree Top Walkway• Rainforest walking tour• Rainforest four-wheel-driving tour• Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)• 14 meals• 7 nights’ accommodation

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Venture into the heart of Australia to see the Red Centre’s world-renowned natural wonders and majestic mountain ranges. Learn pioneering history, view fiery sunsets and sunrises at Uluru, and marvel at the outback’s starry night skies.

7 DAYSHighlights• Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park• Sunset and sunrise over Uluru• The Field of Light Illumination, Uluru• Curtin Springs Station tour• The MacDonnell Ranges• Walpa Gorge walk• Outback dinner and astronomy show• Royal Flying Doctor Service and School of the Air tours• National Pioneer Women’s Hall of Fame


Dates & Prices

Price: $4,350pptw

$710 single optionDate: Mon 23 to Sun 29 Aug 2021Earn: 87 villabucks


Alice, Uluru & the Red DesertFeaturing The Field of Light Illumination

Inclusions• Pre/post tour transfers (ex Perth, WA)• Airfares and taxes (ex Perth, WA)• 15 meals• 6 nights’ accommodation• Tours and attractions• Professional Villa Tour Leader

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.

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


Dates & Prices

Price: $4,480 pptw

$945 single optionDate: Fri 10 to Fri 17 Sep 2021Earn: 90 villabucks


Upper Murraylands Cruise Mannum to Morgan

Day 1. Perth to the Murray RiverDay 2. Murray River wildlifeDay 3. Locks & MorganDay 4. Waikerie & Banrock StationDay 5. Caudo Vineyard & Murray River CupDay 6. Swan Reach & SunnydaleDay 7. Cliffs & archaeological sitesDay 8. Adelaide & homeward bound


Day 1. Perth to Alice SpringsDay 2. Alice Springs introductionDay 3. MacDonnell RangesDay 4. Sunset at UluruDay 5. Sunrise, The Olgas & The Field of Light IlluminationDay 6. Curtin Springs Station tourDay 7. Alice to Perth


Delight in the colour and carnival atmosphere of the annual Tesselaar Tulip Festival on a Yarra Valley spring escape. Discover the Yarra Valley’s undulating landscapes, quaint villages, delicious local produce and country charm on this fabulous six-day holiday. Explore a local orchard aboard a farmyard tractor and take a steam train ride through the picturesque Dandenong Ranges.

6 DAYSHighlights• Tesselaar Tulip Festival• Puffing Billy steam train ride• Bavarian entertainment and dining• SkyHigh Mount Dandenong• Dame Nellie Melba Estate• Tractor orchard tour and tastings• Big Bouquet guided tour• Mont De Lancey Historic Homestead tour


Dates & Prices

Price: $3,410pptw

$425 single optionDate: Mon 13 to Sat 18 Sep 2021Earn: 68 villabucks


Yarra Valley DelightsFeaturing the Tesselaar Tulip Festival


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

7 DAYSHighlights• 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


Dates & Prices

Price: $3,690 pptw

$705 single optionDate: Tue 21 to Mon 27 Sep 2021Earn: 74 villabucks


Toowoomba the Garden CityFeaturing the Carnival of Flowers

Day 1. Perth to ToowoombaDay 2. Toowoomba historyDay 3. Country touringDay 4. Toowoomba parks & gardensDay 5. Grand Central Parade & gardens tourDay 6. Highfields Pioneer VillageDay 7. Homeward bound


Day 1. Perth to the Yarra ValleyDay 2. Dandenong RangesDay 3. Yarra Valley fruit & historyDay 4. Yarra Valley estates & flowersDay 5. Tesselaar Tulip FestivalDay 6. Yarra Valley to Perth


Interstate tours Departing August to December 2021

Date Departing AugustMoulin Rouge the Musical in Melbourne TBA

Departing SeptemberDiscovery Blue Mountains to Longreach 7 - 16 Sep

Departing OctoberNorfolk Island 14 – 22 Oct Country New South Wales 18 – 24 OctGrand Tasmania 22 Oct - 1 NovGeelong & the Great Ocean Road 25 – 31 Oct

Departing NovemberPacific Coast Touring Route 7 – 15 NovBest of Hobart & Launceston 10 – 19 NovUltimate South Island of New Zealand Escape 9 – 20 NovDiscovery King & Flinders Islands TBADiscovery Springtime in the Snowy Mountains TBA

Departing DecemberHahndorf Christmas Spirit, South Australia 7 – 12 Dec Great Southern Rail & Christmas on Kangaroo Island 19 – 28 DecChristmas in Sydney 19 – 27 Dec Christmas on Norfolk Island 19 – 27 DecChristmas in Hobart 20 – 27 Dec New Year on the Murray Princess 29 Dec - 3 Jan

Browse & selectBrowse our range of 2021 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.

Express interestComplete an expression of interest form (on the reverse of the address sheet enclosed with this magazine).Send it to: Locked Bag 5 Busselton WA 6280Alternatively, simply call us to pencil in your place on an upcoming tour on 1800 066 272

RelaxWe will contact you to offer you a place as soon as tour details have been finalised.

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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.

5 DAYSHighlights• 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


Dates & Prices

Price: $3,095pptw

$460 single optionDate: Fri 24 to Tue 28 Sep 2021Earn: 62 villabucks


Floriade Festival, CanberraFeaturing Australia’s national icons

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

Day 1. Perth to CanberraDay 2. Canberra guided tourDay 3. National iconsDay 4. Floriade FestivalDay 5. Canberra to Perth

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tour details are finalised.

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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.

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