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Saturday 4th July 2009 |
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On the first weekend in July each year, Aberdeen hosts an event that celebrates Scottish heritage and traditions of the first founders of Aberdeen. Join The King's for a fun-filled day of festivity at The Aberdeen Highland Games. The day has a number of events and games such as; the opening and closing ceremonies, 3 legged race, warrior competitions, highland dancing, pipe bands, BBQ's stalls and much more. You may even like to take part in the community challenges including; egg toss, bring some tartan and join in on the kilted dash or join the tug-o-war! |
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ITINERARY 8:00am Depart Kings Coach Depot, 6 Lingard Street, Merewether. Pick up points are available at Tighes Hill, Mayfield, Hexham, East Maitland or Maitland by arrangement at time of booking. Morning tea will be served upon arrival in Aberdeen. 10.45am The Opening Ceremony will officially begin the festival. You will be free to explore at your leisure as there will be a number of events running simultaneously. It is advisable to take a fold up chair to use as you watch the activities. Lunch is not included in your fare although there are several options available. You may like to take your own picnic lunch or obtain food from one of the stalls at the venue. Another alternative would be to dine at the local Bowling Club which is just a short walk away. 4.00pm The Closing Ceremony will commence. At the conclusion, the coach will depart for return travel to Newcastle. 7.00pm Estimated time of return to King's Depot, Merewether. COST: $52.00 Adult & $48.00 Concession COST INCLUDES : 5 Star Luxury Coach Travel, Entry Fee, Morning Tea, & GST
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Saturday 24th January 2009 |
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The Telstra Country Music Festival may be a great visitor event, but even more so it’s a magical music experience. It’s an entertainment spectacular where all types of country music co-exist and where everyone gets a gig – paid or free style. It’s exciting, electrifying and hugely enjoyable. If you’ve been to the festival before, then you know what to expect from the home grown hospitality. If you’re a new visitor or you’re thinking about making Tamworth your festival destination, you can expect fun, friendly people and one of the greatest line-ups of musical talent you’ll ever see in one town.
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ITINERARY 5.00am Depart King’s Coach Depot, 6 Lingard Street, Merewether. Pick up points are available at Newcastle West, Tighes Hill, Mayfield, Hexham and East Maitland by arrangement at the time of booking. A morning tea and comfort stop will be made as we pass through the Upper Hunter townships of Muswellbrook and Scone. 9.15am Approximate time of arrival in Tamworth, just in time to see the huge Telstra Country Music Cavalcade. No festival is complete without a parade, and when all the colour and excitement of Country Music can be brought together in a huge street procession, it becomes an experience that’s hard to beat. See spectacular floats, listen to bands, and enjoy the celebration of Tamworth and Country Music. The Day is at your leisure! Enjoy the fun and activities when Tamworth, the Country Music Capital comes alive to the sounds of Bush Ballads, Bush Poetry, Bluegrass, Gospel, Rockabilly or Country Comedy – see the stars and buskers use a variety of musical styles and instruments making their contribution for your enjoyment. 6.30pm Reboard the Coach after an exciting and entertaining day. Relax as you make the return journey to Newcastle travelling once again through the Upper Hunter Region. 10.15pm Estimated time of arrival at King’s Depot, Merewether.
COST: $55.00 per person COST INCLUDES: Air Conditioned Coach Travel - Morning Tea & GST
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Friday 12th & Saturday 13th June 2009 |
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If you’re into craft, come along and experience one of the biggest and best craft events in Australia. Quilting, stamping, patchwork, folk and decorative art, embroidery, scrapbooking, doll making, spinning and weaving, cross stitch, teddy bears, craft books and magazines, lace making, tapestry, paper crafts, knitting, appliqué, beading and much more. |
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ITINERARY 7:30am Depart Kings Coach Depot, 6 Lingard Street, Merewether. Pick up points are available at Charlestown, Belmont North, Belmont, Swansea and Doyalson by arrangement at the time of your booking. Travel will be directly to Darling Harbour, where we will set you down at the side door of the Sydney Exhibition Centre. With a pre paid VIP entry ticket included in your costing the need to join queues will be eliminated. There are many facilities available in the Darling Harbour complex for morning tea and lunch; however you may prefer to take a packed lunch with you, as it does get very busy. For those who wish to leave the exhibition early, you may care to visit nearby Darling Harbour where there are many specialty shops. 5:00pm Depart Sydney Exhibition Centre for return travel to Newcastle. 7:00pm Estimated time of return to Kings Coach Depot COST: $55.00 per person COST INCLUDES: 5 Star Luxury Coach Travel, Morning Tea, Entry Fee & GST.
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Wednesday 4th March 2009 |
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Join The King's to visit this 25 acre, state of the art facility at Glossodia. Here the training of guide dogs for the vision impaired occurs as well as companion dogs for children and adults who are disabled or disadvantaged owing to age, isolation or ill health. PLEASE NOTE: The Guide Dogs Association does not charge entry for our visit. They also do not receive government funding. Everything achieved is made possible by the generosity of donors, bequestors and volunteers. There is the opportunity for passengers to make a donation to this valuable charity during our visit to the venue.
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ITINERARY 7:30am Depart Kings Coach Depot, 6 Lingard Street, Merewether. Pick up points are available at Charlestown, Belmont North, Belmont, Swansea or Doyalson by arrangement at the time of booking. Morning tea will be served in Windsor Park. 11.00am Commencement of our visit to the Royal Blind Society Guide Dog Training Centre. We will experience an informative talk, take a walk to visit the kennels and if time permits, visit the training track and experience the workings of this training facility. It is important to note that it has been designated a smoke free zone. Also no food or drink is available or can be brought into the facility. It would be advisable to bring a hat, sunscreen or umbrella depending on the weather. 1.00pm Following our visit to the Guide Dogs, we will travel to Richmond for lunch at the Richmond Club. A 2 course lunch is included in your fare. 2.00pm Depart for return travel to Newcastle. 5:00pm Estimated time of return to Kings Depot, Merewether. COST: $58.00 per person COST INCLUDES : 5 Star Luxury Coach Travel, Morning Tea, 2-course lunch & GST |
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Sunday 8th February 2009 |
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Constructed between 1866 and 1869, the great Lithgow Zig Zag Railway was one of the major engineering feats of its time. In 1975 it was revived by a very dedicated group of volunteers to become one of the area's major tourist attractions. Tour Features: A day visiting the Blue Mountains Lithgow area - take a ride on the historic Zig Zag Railway. The tour provides a unique opportunity to view magnificent old sandstone viaducts and the scenery of the Western escarpment of the Blue Mountains . Lunch will be at the Lithgow District Workmen's Club Bistro (not included in the tour cost)
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ITINERARY 6:30am Depart King's Coach Depot, 6 Lingard Street , Merewether. Pick-up points are available at Charlestown , Belmont North, Belmont , Swansea or Doyalson by arrangement at the time of your booking. Morning tea and comfort stop in Windsor, tea and coffee is included in your fare. Following morning tea, rejoin the coach and travel onto Richmond passing the RAAF Base as we make our way up the Bells Line of Road through Kurrajong Heights and Bilpin to Clarence Station. 11:00am The historic train will depart for an hour and a half ride on the famous Zig Zag Railway. 12:50pm Join the coach for a short journey into the small industrial city of Lithgow . A lunch stop will be made at the District Workmen's Club (lunch cost not included). Choose from a variety of meals at a reasonable price from the club bistro. 2:30pm Further sightseeing in Lithgow before travelling the Great Western Highway through Mount Victoria , Black Heath to Katoomba and Leura, where we will take in some of the many features of this popular area. Returning to Newcastle through the many other Blue Mountains towns, the Western areas of Sydney, Parramatta, Castle Hill and the freeway. A suitable stop will be made on the return journey for a quick meal break. 8:30pm Estimated time of return to Kings Depot COST: $65.00 Adult $62.00 Concession $55.00 Child COST INCLUDES: 5 Star Luxury Coach Travel, Train Ride, Morning & Afternoon Tea & GST. |
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Tuesday 24th March 2009 |
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Enjoy the extensive range and impressive presentation of plants from all over the world in the beautiful setting of the Mount Tomah Botanic Gardens. Experience the picturesque and expansive views across the valleys and ranges of the northern Blue Mountains while exploring this well planned garden. Relax and soak up the beauty that abounds in the many themed areas and dedicated walks. A great chance to get some good ideas for your own garden!
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ITINERARY 7.30am Depart King’s Coach Depot 6 Lingard Street, Merewether. Pick up points are available at Charlestown, Belmont North, Belmont, Swansea and Doyalson by arrangement at the time of booking 10.00am Morning tea and comfort stop in Richmond. Enjoy a tour of the historic Windsor and Richmond areas before we make our way to the Botanic Gardens along the Bell’s Line of road. 11.30am Estimated time of arrival at Mount Tomah Botanic Gardens. Time will be given to explore the Formal Garden & Visitors Centre. The Centre contains a shop, exhibition area and a restaurant or may wish to pack your own picnic lunch and enjoy it within the botanic gardens. The afternoon is at your leisure! You may like to take a relaxing walk along one of the many paths, whilst taking in the large variety of flora and fauna cultivated within the various gardens. 7.15pm Estimated time of return to Kings Depot. COST: $50.00 per person Includes: Air conditioned coach travel - Entry to Gardens - GST. |
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Thursday 15th January 2009 |
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Imagine yourself surrounded by the unique and interesting wildlife of our beautiful planet. Join the Kings on this exciting tour and spend a full fun-filled day with the animals at Taronga Zoo.
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ITINERARY 7.30am Depart King's Depot, 6 Lingard Street, Merewether. 10.00am Approximate time of arrival at Taronga Zoo Spend the day at you leisure walking through the zoo, meeting the many creatures and crawlies; you may even like to have your photo taken with a giraffe or koala. 4.30pm Depart the zoo for return travel to Newcastle. 7.00pm Estimated time of return to Kings Depot, Merewether. COST: Adult $58.00 Concession:$56.00 Child (4-15yrs) $54.00 COST INCLUDES: 5 Star Luxury Coach Travel, Entry Fee & GST. |
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Friday 20th February 2009 |
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The Hawkesbury River has been the lifeline for the farming communities since the late 1700's, with the daily needs of the population brought by boat. The Hawkesbury Riverboat Postman is the last of it's kind and still provides mail, milk, groceries and the odd assortment of articles to the people along the river. You will spend the day enjoying the life of the river trade and see the wonderful scenery that only the Hawkesbury River can offer. The skipper will provide you with a knowledgeable commentary about historical features along the way. |
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ITINERARY 7:30am Depart Kings Depot, 6 Lingard Street , Merewether. Pick-up points are available at Charlestown , Belmont North, Belmont , Swansea or Doyalson by arrangement at the time of your booking. 9:30am The Riverboat Postman departs from Brooklyn Wharf . See the mail, groceries, milk and odd assortment of articles taken to people who have only the river as a lifeline. Morning tea will be served upon boarding the mail boat. Hawkesbury River Ferries have been operating charter vessels for more than 20 years and the ferry has a fully licensed bar and comfortable undercover seating. Enjoy a buffet lunch while cruising. 1:30pm Rejoin the coach for return travel via the Central Coast – a stop will be made at the Sara Lee Factory Shop to purchase some “goodies”. 4:15pm Estimated time of return to King's Depot. COST: $ 80.00 per person COST INCLUDES: 5 Star Luxury Coach Travel, Cruise, Morning Tea, Lunch & GST.
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Saturday 2nd May 2009 |
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Paddy’s Market Birkenhead Factory Outlets |
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ITINERARY 7.30am Depart Kings Coach Depot, Merewether. Pick up points are available at Charlestown, Belmont, Swansea and Doyalson by arrangement at the time of booking. Travel is directly to Paddy’s Markets, which are located in Haymarket. 10.00am Arrive at Paddy’s Markets for a morning of fantastic bargain shopping. Market City is located directly above Paddy’s Market and also has some great factory outlets. There are also various food places where you can have some lunch. 1.00pm The coach will depart Paddy’s for travel to Birkenhead Point Waterfront Warehouse. Food outlets are also available at Birkenhead Point if you missed lunch at Paddy’s. 1.15pm Arrive at Birkenhead Point Factory Outlets where you will spend the entire afternoon bargain shopping at over 120 specialty stores. As well as shops for both men and women’s fashion, there are electrical, fabric and furniture shops and an incredible variety of homewares. 4.30pm Depart Birkenhead Point for the return journey to Newcastle. 7.00pm Estimated time of arrival at King’s Coach Depot, Merewether. COST: $38.00 per person COST INCLUDES: 5 Star Luxury Coach Travel & GST. |
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Friday 6th & Saturday 7th March 2009 |
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Craftfest is an exciting, new, fun, innovative and different craft event. Buy supplies to ‘make it yourself’ with the best craft retailers from around the country. Create in interactive Make & Take workshops and try a new craft every hour. Enjoy dynamic stage presentations that will get your creative juices flowing. Or browse for hand-crafted gifts and chat with the artisans in the Maker’s Market.
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ITINERARY 7:30am Depart Kings Coach Depot, 6 Lingard Street, Merewether. Pick up points are available at Travel will be directly to Sydney Olympic Park Homebush. There are facilities available for Morning Tea and lunch; however you may prefer to take a packed lunch with you, as it does get very busy. 5:00pm Depart Sydney Olympic Park for return travel to Newcastle. 7:00pm Estimated time of return to Kings Coach Depot
COST: $55.00 per person COST INCLUDES: 5 Star Luxury Coach Travel, Entry To Craftfest & GST |
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Friday 22nd May 2009 |
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This popular cruise will depart Nelson Bay taking in the sights of the riverside towns of Hawks Nest and Tea Gardens while travelling on the tranquil waters of the Myall River to Kangaroo Island. During our voyage enjoy a beautiful buffet lunch and a laugh with your captain. Learn the history of “the ghosts of ships” and “old timber mills” and see beautiful water birds such as the Royal Spoonbill, Ibis, Sea Eagle and sometimes a Jabiru can be spotted along the way. |
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ITINERARY 8.30am Depart Kings Coach Depot, Merewether. Pick up points will be available at Newcastle West, Tighes Hill and Mayfield by arrangement at the time of booking. 11.15am The Wallamba Kangaroo River Cruise departs from Nelson Bay Public Jetty. Morning Tea will be served on the boat. Travel across the Bay and into the Hawks Nest, Tea Gardens area for your relaxing day on the water. Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch while cruising. 3.15pm Rejoin the coach for return travel to Newcastle. 4.15pm Estimated time of return to King’s Depot. COST: $75.00 per personINCLUDES: 5 Star Coach Travel, Sightseeing, Morning Tea, Kangaroo River Cruise, Buffet Lunch and GST.
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Friday 26th December 2008 |
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Enjoy a four-hour cruise on Sydney Harbour to view the start of the famous Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race! Be on the Harbour where the action and excitment is! A great relaxing way to spend Boxing Day! Join The King's & Captain Cook Cruises for this fantastc day on Sydney Harbour! |
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ITINERARY 7.30am Coaches depart King's Depot, 6 Lingard Street , Merewether. Pick-up points are at Charlestown , Belmont , Swansea or Doyalson by arrangement at the time of booking. 10.45am Board the vessel at Darling Harbour . (Morning tea will be served a short time after boarding). The Vessel has both enclosed and open areas so don't forget to take sunscreen and a hat! Relax as you spend the morning cruising beautiful Sydney Harbour - watch the yachts in their pre-race preparation, following the fleet up the Harbour at the sound of the starter's gun at 1.15pm. A professional commentary will be provided on the boat. Lunch is not included in your fare. You may take your own picnic lunch onboard (perhaps some left over 'Christmas Goodies'?) BYO or bar purchases are available on board. As the yachts continue their journey through the heads, we return to Darling Harbour, setting you down at the wharf at approximately 2.45pm . After returning to shore you will have time to purchase a late lunch or explore Darling Harbour. 3.45pm Re-join the coach for return travel to Newcastle. 6.15pm Estimated time of return to King's Depot. COST: $110.00 per person DEPOSIT: $10.00 per person due within 7 days of booking. FULL PAYMENT: Due on or before Friday 21st November 2008. COST INCLUDES: 5 Star Luxury Coach Travel, Morning Tea, Cruise & GST.
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