Norfolk Island Thanksgiving Escape 2026
Escape to Norfolk Island for a memorable Food Lovers Week & Thanksgiving Celebration 2026, with departures available from Brisbane and Sydney. Discover an island rich in history, natural beauty, and warm hospitality while enjoying a week dedicated to delicious local flavours, seasonal experiences, and festive celebrations. Wander through dramatic coastal scenery, explore heritage sites, savour fresh island produce, and connect with a welcoming community atmosphere. Blending culinary experiences with relaxation and island discovery, this special getaway offers the perfect mix of food, culture, and celebration in one unforgettable escape.
Package Highlights
- Food and Wine Experience at Two Chimney’s Winery: A lineup of premium wines, perfectly paired with homemade delicacies in a ‘degustation style’. Expect tasty touches of seasonal freshness from the garden of the owner, Nolene.
- Champagne Breakfast by the Bay: Norfolk’s own Emily Bay was announced as Tourism Australia’s 3rd best beach for 2025, although any local will vouch that it’s the world’s best! This morning, enjoy a decadent breakfast at this beautiful location and be sure to swim in its crystal waters while you’re there!
- Degustation Dinner at the Homestead Restaurant: At the heart of Kurt and Jill Menghetti’s kitchen is the wood-fuelled Argentinian ‘Perilla grill’ – engineered by Kurt’s father. Their seasonal and locally sourced menu is designed around cooking over embers to intensify the depth of flavour.
Travel from Brisbane: 21– 28 November 2026
- from $3,599 pp twin share staying at Daydreamer Apartments
- from $3,799 pp twin share staying at Crest Apartments
- from $4,199 pp twin share staying at Governor’s Lodge
Travel from Sydney: 22 – 29 November 2026
- from $3,749 pp twin share staying at Daydreamer Apartments
- from $3,949 pp twin share staying at Crest Apartments
- from $4,349 pp twin share staying at Governor’s Lodge
Rates are subject to availability at the time of booking and are subject to change without notice.
Itinerary
***Brisbane Departure***
Day 1 – Norfolk Island, Australia
Arrive in Norfolk Island and transfer to your accommodation, where your car rental will be available for collection at the property. The evening is at leisure.
Day 2 – Norfolk Island, Australia
Enjoy the Island Life Tour and spend the morning exploring Norfolk Island, gaining a true insight into the intricate nature of modern island life. Your guide will share the latest information on the island’s ethnic groups, nationalities and languages, including the Norfolk Island indigenous language. The tour concludes with lunch at the Boatshed Restaurant at Governor’s Lodge Hotel.
Make your way to the hotel where you will meet your Island Host for the week. Your host will join you for group dinners during your stay and will be able to answer any questions you have about the island.
Day 3 – Norfolk Island, Australia
Enjoy a free morning before making your way to Hilli Restaurant for lunch. Hilli means to kick back or relax, and you’ll certainly do that in the lovely garden setting at this restaurant.
The rest of the day and evening are at leisure.
Day 4 – Norfolk Island, Australia
Make your way to Two Chimneys Winery at lunchtime for a delicious degustation-style wine tasting with matching food delights. The formal wine tasting includes wines from the Premium Wine Collection, matched with an amazing collection of Noelene’s homemade delicacies, including produce from the garden.
Day 5 – Norfolk Island, Australia – Happy Thanksgiving
Celebrate Thanksgiving Day on Norfolk Island, the only place in the Southern Hemisphere to celebrate this tradition. A legacy of the island’s Pitcairn heritage and American whaling ships, the day includes church services, a traditional island lunch and local celebrations.
See the church decorated with generous displays of fruit and vegetables, which will be auctioned afterwards with proceeds going to charity. Continue to a traditional island lunch and sample Norfolk wetls (island dishes), including hot and cold meats, salads and delicious desserts, including mouth-watering local pies. Enjoy a glass of champagne and live entertainment before returning to your hotel mid-afternoon.
The rest of the afternoon is at leisure, and dinner tonight is at your own arrangements.
Day 6 – Norfolk Island, Australia
Enjoy a day at leisure and explore Norfolk Island at your own pace. Ask our friendly Reservations Team about adding an optional tour to your package, explore the shops in Burnt Pine, walk through one of Norfolk’s fabulous National Park trails, discover the island’s museums or enjoy a picnic at one of Norfolk’s splendid scenic locations.
Early this afternoon, make your way to Bailey’s Restaurant at Governor’s Lodge for their wonderful Tea Party. Relax with a glass of sparkling wine on arrival and enjoy a selection of sweet and savoury delights, tea or coffee, mini-scones, finger sandwiches, hot and cold savouries and delicious delicacies.
Tonight is an Island Feast, showcasing culinary delights that are a treasured inheritance from Norfolk Island’s Tahitian foremothers. Discover traditional cooking methods from the dirt ovens of Tahiti, known as “ahima’a”, and follow the journey of these dishes as they were transformed by the Pitcairn Islanders. Experience how the island community continues to achieve true “zero food miles”, where paddock to plate is a way of life. This is more than a meal – it’s a dining experience steeped in history, culture and local flavours.
Day 7 – Norfolk Island, Australia
Enjoy a champagne breakfast by the bay at beautiful Emily Bay, announced as the 3rd best beach in Australia for 2025. Take the opportunity to swim in the bay while you’re there.
The rest of the day is at leisure. Don’t forget to use one of the Food Lovers Treats vouchers included in your pack and enjoy a coffee, ice cream, muffin or another delicious treat from one of Norfolk Island’s many great cafes.
For dinner, make your way to the Homestead Restaurant for a sumptuous meal in a delightful island home which has been in the owner’s family for over 40 years.
Day 8 – Norfolk Island, Australia
Sadly, it’s time to say goodbye to Norfolk Island. You will be transferred to Norfolk Island Airport in time for your flight home.
***Sydney Departure***
Day 1 – Norfolk Island, Australia
Arrive in Norfolk Island and transfer to your accommodation, where your car rental will be available for collection at the property.
Make your way to the hotel where you will meet your Island Host for the week. Your host will join you for group dinners during your stay and will be able to answer any questions you have about the island.
Day 2 – Norfolk Island, Australia
Enjoy the Island Life Tour followed by lunch at the Boatshed Restaurant. The rest of the day and evening are at leisure.
Day 3 – Norfolk Island, Australia
Make your way to Two Chimneys Winery at lunchtime for a delicious degustation-style wine tasting with matching food delights. The formal wine tasting includes wines from the Premium Wine Collection, matched with an amazing collection of Noelene’s homemade delicacies, including produce from the garden.
Day 4 – Norfolk Island, Australia – Happy Thanksgiving
Celebrate Thanksgiving Day on Norfolk Island, the only place in the Southern Hemisphere to celebrate this tradition. A legacy of the island’s Pitcairn heritage and American whaling ships, the day includes church services, a traditional island lunch and local celebrations.
See the church decorated with generous displays of fruit and vegetables, which will be auctioned afterwards with proceeds going to charity. Continue to a traditional island lunch and sample Norfolk wetls (island dishes), including hot and cold meats, salads and delicious desserts, including mouth-watering local pies. Enjoy a glass of champagne and live entertainment before returning to your hotel mid-afternoon.
The rest of the afternoon is at leisure, and dinner tonight is at your own arrangements.
Day 5 – Norfolk Island, Australia
Enjoy a day at leisure and explore Norfolk Island at your own pace. Ask our friendly Reservations Team about adding an optional tour to your package, explore the shops in Burnt Pine, walk through one of Norfolk’s fabulous National Park trails, discover the island’s museums or enjoy a picnic at one of Norfolk’s splendid scenic locations.
Early this afternoon, make your way to Bailey’s Restaurant at Governor’s Lodge for their wonderful Tea Party. Relax with a glass of sparkling wine on arrival and enjoy a selection of sweet and savoury delights, tea or coffee, mini-scones, finger sandwiches, hot and cold savouries and delicious delicacies.
Tonight is an Island Feast, showcasing culinary delights that are a treasured inheritance from Norfolk Island’s Tahitian foremothers. Discover traditional cooking methods from the dirt ovens of Tahiti, known as “ahima’a”, and follow the journey of these dishes as they were transformed by the Pitcairn Islanders. Experience how the island community continues to achieve true “zero food miles”, where paddock to plate is a way of life. This is more than a meal – it’s a dining experience steeped in history, culture and local flavours.
Day 6 – Norfolk Island, Australia
Enjoy a champagne breakfast by the bay at beautiful Emily Bay, announced as the 3rd best beach in Australia for 2025. Take the opportunity to swim in the bay while you’re there.
The rest of the day is at leisure. Don’t forget to use one of the Food Lovers Treats vouchers included in your pack and enjoy a coffee, ice cream, muffin or another delicious treat from one of Norfolk Island’s many great cafes.
For dinner, make your way to the Homestead Restaurant for a sumptuous meal in a delightful island home which has been in the owner’s family for over 40 years.
Day 7 – Norfolk Island, Australia
Make your way to Hilli Restaurant for a delicious lunch, then spend the rest of the afternoon at leisure.
Day 8 – Norfolk Island, Australia
Today it’s time to say goodbye to Norfolk Island. You will be transferred to Norfolk Island Airport for your journey home.
*** PLEASE NOTE THIS ITINERARY IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE ***
Highlights
- Return airfares, transfers and seven days car hire included
- A dedicated island host joins you for group dinners
- Vouchers included for sweet treats at Norfolk’s cafes
Escape to Norfolk Island for a memorable Food Lovers Week & Thanksgiving Celebration 2026, with departures available from Brisbane and Sydney. Discover an island rich in history, natural beauty, and warm hospitality while enjoying a week dedicated to delicious local flavours, seasonal experiences, and festive celebrations. Wander through dramatic coastal scenery, explore heritage sites, savour fresh island produce, and connect with a welcoming community atmosphere. Blending culinary experiences with relaxation and island discovery, this special getaway offers the perfect mix of food, culture, and celebration in one unforgettable escape.
Package Highlights
- Food and Wine Experience at Two Chimney’s Winery: A lineup of premium wines, perfectly paired with homemade delicacies in a ‘degustation style’. Expect tasty touches of seasonal freshness from the garden of the owner, Nolene.
- Champagne Breakfast by the Bay: Norfolk’s own Emily Bay was announced as Tourism Australia’s 3rd best beach for 2025, although any local will vouch that it’s the world’s best! This morning, enjoy a decadent breakfast at this beautiful location and be sure to swim in its crystal waters while you’re there!
- Degustation Dinner at the Homestead Restaurant: At the heart of Kurt and Jill Menghetti’s kitchen is the wood-fuelled Argentinian ‘Perilla grill’ – engineered by Kurt’s father. Their seasonal and locally sourced menu is designed around cooking over embers to intensify the depth of flavour.
Inclusions
Inclusions:
- Return economy-class airfare & taxes to Norfolk Island
- Return airport transfers on Norfolk Island
- 7 nights’ accommodation twin share
- 7-day car hire per unit – petrol additional
- Dinner at Governor’s Lodge
- Island Life Tour incl lunch
- 2-course lunch at Hilli Restaurant & Cafe
- Wine tasting and Noelene’s vineyard platter at Two Chimneys Winery
- Thanksgiving Day festivities, including lunch
- High tea at Bailey’s Restaurant
- Island feast tour
- Emily Bay champagne breakfast (weather dependent)
- Degustation dinner at Homestead Restaurant
- A selection of vouchers for sweet treats to be used at Norfolk’s great cafes
Exclusions
- Travel insurance
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Optional tours and activities
- Personal expenses and incidentals
- Alcoholic beverages and other drinks are not included with meals
- Solo traveller supplement (if applicable)
- Any items not specifically listed in the inclusions section
FAQs
Accommodation Options
Daydreamer Apartments: Included in your holiday package is 7 nights at Daydreamer Apartments, twin-share. These centrally located apartments are spacious and contain everything you need for your week’s holiday. A shared barbecue area is a perfect way to relax with friends if you’re travelling together.
The Crest Apartments: Stay in a spacious, self-contained one-bedroom apartment with a separate lounge and bedroom, plus a fully equipped kitchen featuring a full-size stove and microwave. Set on an elevated three-hectare site with expansive, beautifully maintained grounds, the property is perfectly positioned to capture stunning views of the Pacific Ocean, as well as Phillip and Nepean Islands. Ideally located, this property serves as your gateway to Norfolk Island’s World Heritage-listed areas of Kingston and Arthur’s Vale, the pristine waters of Emily Bay, the island’s scenic golf course, fascinating museums, and historic convict ruins.
Governor’s Lodge: Governor’s Lodge is a peaceful resort-style retreat offering 55 individual cabins set across 12 acres of beautifully landscaped sub-tropical gardens, framed by iconic Norfolk Pines. Guests enjoy access to three on-site dining venues, a swimming pool with a heated spa, and a full-service reception for any unexpected needs.
This non-smoking property is centrally located, just minutes from the island’s top dining, shopping, and key attractions such as Kingston and Emily Bay. With everything you need for a relaxing Norfolk Island escape, we’re dedicated to making your stay feel like a true discovery of paradise.
Is there somewhere else you might like to stay? Ask our friendly Reservations Team for a quote at the property of your choice.
The package offers the perfect balance of independent and guided experiences. Your time on Norfolk is yours to enjoy independently with the added benefit of several tours and functions included for you to enjoy with like-minded travellers who are on the Island for the same event. There is no tour host for this event. A rental vehicle is included to give you the flexibility to reach meeting points for each activity at the designated times.
Prices are a guide only, subject to change and availability, and are in Australian Dollars. Prices are correct as of 09 February 2026. Please check all prices, availability, fees, conditions and information with your travel agent before booking. Please note that the event itinerary is subject to change without notice.
Deposit: A non-refundable deposit is due upon booking. Airfare may be required at the time of booking to commit to Qantas booking terms and conditions.
Final Payment: Final payment is due: 13 August 2025. Payment can be made by personal or bank cheques or by direct deposit into our Commonwealth Bank account. If you would prefer to pay by Visa or Mastercard, please add 1.5% to the total cost of your holiday package.
Changes & Amendments: Changes can be made up to 48 hours (notification business days only) prior to departure at a change fee of $200 per person plus any applicable upgrade fees, subject to availability.
Cancellation: Airfare is subject to availability and is non-refundable after issue. Accommodation cancellation penalties apply within 90 days before travel. Within 60 days of travel, up to 100% cancellation fees may apply.
We strongly recommend travel insurance to protect you against unforeseen cancellations.
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