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8.15.22 - THIS TRIP IS SOLD OUT. PLEASE CALL JULIE GABRIS AT 800-947-7379 TO JOIN THE WAITLIST.

This bucket-list trip will take you along the Australian coast to explore the Great Barrier Reef, visit Australian dairy farms, walk the famous Bondi Beach, see a coffee plantation, and so much more. With the perfect combination of agriculture and adventure, you will experience Australia like never before. 

Tour participants will depart from the Dallas Fort Worth airport on Saturday, March 18, and return either Saturday, April 1 (Australia only) or Tuesday, April 4 (Australia + Tasmania). Registration includes roundtrip airfare, ground transportation, hotel accommodations, professional tour guides, group meals and tour/event admissions. 

Australia is rich in culture, adventure and agriculture. Tour highlights of this breathtaking continent include:

• Healesville Sanctuary: Koalas & kangaroos & echidnas, oh my! Experience this bushland haven to see some of Australia's most recognizable wildlife. 
• AgVic Ellinbank Research Farm – the National Centre for Dairy Research and Development: With a long history of generating research, learn how they help to ensure that Australia is one of the most efficient dairy producers in the world.
• Murray Gums Estate: Explore this winery and multi-award-winning olive grove plantation while enjoying one-of-a-kind wine and olive oil tastings.
• Great Barrier Reef: Dive into one of the seven wonders of the natural world for a magical day of learning and snorkeling.
• Mungalli Dairy Farm: Surrounded by a world heritage listed rainforest, Mungalli Dairy Farm will share their family's journey to biodynamic practices that maintain a healthy relationship between the soil, the animals, the environment and the people.
• Jaques Coffee Plantation: As a pioneer in the Australian commercial coffee growing industry, learn how they have created a sustainable business with about 85,000 trees, 15 year-round staff and over 40 years of experience.
• Scenic World Railway Experience: Travel west to the World-Heritage and UNESCO-listed Blue Mountains to hop aboard the world's steepest railway. Get ready to experience stunning views from what feels like the top of the world.

The additional Tasmania experience will include once-in-a-lifetime experiences including:

• Ashgrove Cheese: Taste and learn about this award-winning cheese company.
• Hazelbrae Hazelnut Grove: Explore Australia's most-awarded hazelnut orchard and taste the fruits of their labor.
• Cadbury’s Chocolate Factory: Did someone say "chocolate!"? See how they make their delectable treats that have become known (and enjoyed) worldwide.
• Huon Aquaculture: From hatchery to processing, this salmon farm does it all. Learn how they lead the world in farming technologies and take a holistic approach to fish farming.

 Seats for this once-in-a-lifetime tour experience will not last long! For a detailed itinerary, view the tour flier.

The cost for the international tour to Australia is $8,995/traveler with double occupancy and $10,024/single traveler, with a $500 non-refundable deposit to reserve your spot. The additional cost for the Australia + Tasmania international tour is $2,295/traveler with double occupancy and $2671/single traveler with a $750 non-refundable deposit to reserve your spot.

Contact

For more information contact Julie Gabris at 800.947.7379 or mail@pdpw.org.