Canberra golf and leisure tours and packages

CANBERRA GOLF

Yowani Golf Course
The Club was originally formed in 1954 and has developed into one of Australia's finest inland courses. Yowani promises to test every shot in a golfer's repertoire. Accurate drives, mid to long iron precision and a sharp short game are the necessary ingredients for a successful round on the Cooper and Nagle designed course. The Par 72, 6265 metre course with an Australian course rating of 74, boasts finely framed fairways, generous greens, subtle bunkering and a "dossier of drink".
Yowani Country Club has 24 modern, self-contained motel units. All our units include a double or queen size bed and a double sofa couch. Other facilities include a refrigerator, toaster, microwave, electric frying pan, kettle, iron and ironing board, linen, blankets, crockery, and cutlery. All units also have heating and airconditioning. Housekeepers service the units daily and extra portable beds can be arranged for those guests who require them. Go to Golf Page

CANBERRA Tours/Cruises

Canberra Day Tours City Sightseeing
Canberra Day Tours operates the famous Explorer Bus, a tour (loop) bus service visiting most of Canberra's major attractions.
Meet the Explorer Bus in town or be picked up and returned to your accommodation.
Canberra has the greatest concentration of world-class attractions anywhere in Australia, most of which have no entry fee! Canberra Day Tours can get you between these attractions quickly and efficiently. Ideal for those that want to see so much but have so little time here in Australia's Capital city.

Canberra Lake Cruises is the only ferry which passes under the spray of the Captain Cook Fountain. Sit outside to feel the full experience. There is free tea, coffee or cold soft drink. Children who help drive the ferry receive a certificate and lollie pop. Jenny also stops to feed the ducks and swans. The one hour cruises are the longest in distance on the lake and great value. Make sure you cruise with Canberra Lake Cruises. Jenny is also available for private charter.

Canberra Heritage Steam Train
Heritage Railway Tours: See the countryside in style on a heritage train. Whichever tour you choose, you will be travelling in restored passenger cars from the early 1900s hauled by a veteran steam or diesel locomotive. Tours travel to the historic township of Bungendore and their markets on the third Sunday of every month. Other day, overnight and weekend tours are also available

Canberra Aquila helicopter city flights
Aquila Helicopters offers an exciting range of scenic flights and tours over the ACT, the Snowy Mountains and the far South Coast of New South Wales. Their helicopter provides panoramic views. Every passenger enjoys a window seat with great photo opportunities.

Canberra Day Tours Gold Mining
Bywong Gold Mining Town existed from 1895 - 1906. Groups of 10 or more can go on fully guided tours through the authentic 1890's village and see it as it was over a century ago. Work in the blacksmith shop, pan for gold and turn the tiny stamp mill. Operate the 'whim', see machinery that separated gold from the ore out of the mineshafts and visit the mining area; unchanged since the last gold extractions. Flexible booking times exist between 9.00am and 5.00pm Monday to Friday. Weekend visits are negotiable. Bookings are essential

Canberra Day Tours
The Australian War Memorial commemorates the sacrifice of Australian men and women who have served in war. It is also one of the world’s great museums, and an outstanding archive and centre for research into Australia’s wartime history.

Canberra Day Tours
Canberra Space Centre
See the largest giant antennae in the Southern Hemisphere. Learn all about NASA. See a piece of 3.8 billion-year-old Moon rock.
Take a look around the Canberra Space Centre where you can watch a space movie, check out what the well-dressed astronaut wears, and get the latest space news.
For the past 40 years this Complex has played a key role in the exploration of space as part of NASA’s Deep Space Network.

Canberra Day Tours
Parliament House
Marvel at the 81 metre flagpole with an Australian flag bigger than a double-decker bus at Parliament House – home of Federal Parliament. Head up to the roof for panoramic Canberra views. Enjoy the renowned collection of Australian contemporary art. Watch parliamentarians in action at Question Time from 2pm on sitting days. Take a free guided tour to learn about parliamentary processes and the impressive architecture. Stroll through the beautifully landscaped gardens. The Queen's Terrace Cafe offers sweeping views of Lake Burley Griffin. Choose from a great range of quality gifts, souvenirs and books at the Parliament Shop.

Vacation Australia's Kangaroo Kelly will include any tour of your choice in your custom planned itinerary!

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City Highlights

Canberra is a uniquely Australian city which has a very strong North American connection. Upon the agreement to form a federation in 1901, an international design competition was conducted, won by a young architect from Chicago, Walter Burley Griffin and his wife Marion Mahoney Griffin. Canberra is the national capital located in the Australian Capital Territory. Population 325,000.

Canberra's climate and facilities make it an ideal place for sailing, fishing, cricket, football and hang gliding; there are more than 180 miles of bicycle paths. With its multitude of parks and gardens, the national capital is particularly beautiful during Australia's spring and summer months.

Parliament House on Capital Hill is a spectacular, modern building housing Australia's House of Representatives and Senate, the offices of the Prime Minister and Members of Parliament. Nearby at Yarralumla, nearly 70 countries have diplomatic missions, some built in the style representative of their countries. Drive along Lake Burley Griffin and visit the National Gallery, High Court, Questacon - The National Science and Technology Centre and the National Library. On the way to Black Mountain, stop at the Australian National Botanic Gardens where Australian native plants are grown. Telstra Tower, on top of Black Mountain offers a great view of the city. The Australian War Memorial is a national shrine and museum housing a fascinating collection of paintings, weapons, uniforms and exhibits documenting Australia's military history. Other attractions include the Royal Australian Mint, National Aquarium, Australian Wildlife Sanctuary and the Australian Institute of Sport.

See the Canberra Casino

Canberra's sub-alpine climate is similar to that of the famous Bordeau region of France and not surprisingly, the local wine industry is fast building a reputation for the production of a range of first class cool climate wines.

Canberra is only an hour by air from either Sydney or Melbourne. It is also an ideal jump-off point for a discovery tour of the stunning south coast of New South Wales and the Snowy Mountain ski fields.

Sports to see and do:

Football: Rugby League/Union. Canberra Stadium
Tennis & Squash - National Sports Club
Sailing & rowing: Lake Burley Griffin
Thoroughbred horse racing: Canberra Racecourse Lyneham

Canberra Golf

Play Royal Canberra golf and see Australia's Government capital. International visitors are welcome but you must carry a letter of introduction from your club. Restricted visitor times apply. The Yowani Country Club is far more relaxed and well worth the effort to play, as well offering stay & play accommodation & marvellous golf amongst the tall eucalyptus trees.

Nightlife

Canberra has many good restaurants catering to almost any style. Dinner options range from fine dining, a dinner cruise on Lake Burley Griffin and a choice of many ethnic restaurants. Try your luck at Canberra's elegant, boutique, European style Casino Canberra offering the very best in international gambling.

Getting Around

Buses connect city and suburban areas daily. The Downunder Tram offers a free shuttle service weekdays around the central business district. Canberra Explorer bus links the major attractions of the city. Vacation Australia offers you Budget Rental Car including one way drop off, unlimited miles and Budget Driver Protection.

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Beyond the City

Take a leisurely drive to Gungahlin and visit Cockington Green, a miniature English village, browse through craft and speciality shops in Ginnindera Village and Federation Square. Visit Tidbindilla Nature Reserve, south west of Canberra, to see Australian fauna in a natural bush setting. Along the way to Tidbindilla, make sure you stop at the Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex which is part of NASA's deep space network.

FEATURED HOTELS:

5 Star City

Hyatt Canberra 5*

Boutique
Hotel Kurrajong

Aussie local favourites
Yowani Country Club

KANGAROO KELLY says that Vacation Australia can and will custom plan and competitively package "add-on" tours to your Aussie itinerary including your Australian Capital Territory experience

Vacation Australia provides independent custom planned golf & leisure vacations, either self drive and driver guide luxury coach, Ask about our Preferred Partner Itineraries for those who wish to join a group.

Vacation Australia's "Kangaroo Kelly" has comprehensively golf and travelled all States in Australia. He not only knows the popular tourist regions but also knows the favourite places of the crafty locals.

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