Spring Has Sprung in the Capital
Canberra Floriade Spring Escape
Celebrate spring with Sid Foggs on a scenic tour to Canberra’s iconic Floriade festival — where over a million blooms fill Commonwealth Park with colour and creativity.
This 3-day escape includes a tulip-filled stroll through Bowral’s Corbett Gardens, a full day at Floriade, a guided tour of Canberra’s key sights, and a visit to the stunning Tulip Top Gardens, including a night-time view from Mount Ainslie Lookout.
With comfortable coach travel, great company, and handpicked stops along the way, it’s the perfect way to welcome the season. Seats are limited and this tour sells quickly every year so be sure to book to see this spectacular once-a-year floral phenomenon.
Important Information:
Tour Length: 3 Days
Travel Dates: 19 - 21 September 2025
Twin Share: From $865
Single Traveller: $1,070
Deposit: $200 on booking (non-refundable within 30 days)
Balance Due: 20 August 2025
Limited Seats: Book Early to Avoid Disappointment
Travel Insurance: Recommended for peace of mind
Terms & Conditions: Read the full Terms & Conditions here
Your 3-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Friday: Home - Canberra
Departing from Newcastle, we journey through the Southern Highlands with a visit to Corbett Gardens in Bowral for wonderous walk through beautiful tulips. Morning tea will be served from the coach.
Next, we head to historic Goulburn for a picnic lunch, and a quick look at the historic town’s shops. before arriving in Canberra. Check into your motel in the afternoon, settle in and join the group for a welcoming dinner at the motel.
Accommodation: 1 night in Canberra
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2
Saturday: Floriade & City Sights
After breakfast, we spend the entire day at Floriade, taking in the vibrant floral displays, artistic installations, and garden-themed entertainment. Set along Lake Burley Griffin, the festival showcases the best of springtime blooms in breathtaking arrangements—perfect for photographers, gardeners, and nature lovers alike.
In the afternoon, rejoin your coach for a relaxing tour of Canberra’s political and cultural precincts, including Parliament House, the Embassy District, and more. Return to the motel for dinner, followed by an optional evening excursion to Mount Ainslie Lookout—offering spectacular night views over the lit-up city.
Accommodation: 1 night in Canberra
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3
Sunday: Tulip Top Gardens & Return Home
Farewell to Canberra this morning as we head to Tulip Top Gardens—a privately owned, world-class garden estate bursting with almost a million tulips, daffodils, and blossoms set among weeping willows and gentle streams. Enjoy time here to explore the gardens and take photos in this truly magical setting.
We continue back to Goulburn where you’ll have time for lunch (not included), then journey home to the Central Coast in the late afternoon.
Meals Included: Breakfast
What's Included:
Return travel in a luxury coach with professional driver
2 nights comfortable motel accommodation in Canberra
All sightseeing and entry fees as per itinerary
Corbett Gardens, Floriade, and Tulip Top Gardens entry
Guided Canberra city and embassy tour
Optional Mount Ainslie night drive
Meal inclusions: 2 Dinners, 2 Breakfasts, 1 Picnic Lunch, Morning Tea
Door-to-door transfers (subject to location)
Tour Highlights:
Floriade Festival – Premier celebration of spring blooms
Tulip Top Gardens – Floral estate with 1 million flowers
Corbett Gardens – Bowral’s historic public tulip garden
Canberra City Tour – Parliament House, Embassy District
Mount Ainslie Lookout – Stunning city views by night
Terms & Conditions
Before booking your multi-day tour, please review the key terms regarding payments, cancellations, and responsibilities.
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