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History in the Making Coach Tour
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Inclusions:
● Coach tour
● Morning tea
Tour Information:
Operates Monday to Friday, and selected Saturdays and Sundays. Departs Governor's Lodge at 8:30am and returns at 12 noon. This tour is unable to be rescheduled once on island. It is recommended to bring your own bottle of water and a hat.
Tour Itinerary:
Be knowledgeably guided through four historic settlements on Norfolk Island. Learn of early Polynesian arrivals, followed by European occupation (two successive settlements), culminating in the migration of the Bounty descendants from Pitcairn Island to Norfolk Island in 1856. This morning tour travels through the World Heritage inscribed, Kingston and Arthur's Vale Historic Area. Enjoy a short explanatory walk through the ruins of the old gaol. Visit an island home and see a demonstration of hands on crafts, such as shingle and rope making. View a private museum collection which includes unique Norfolk Island artefacts and learn how Pitcairn settlers made Norfolk Island their home.
This tour does not require re-confirmation. Driver will have a manifest and will be expecting you at the above time and date.