Noumea Tour 26

DAY 1

ALBURY – SYDNEY WEDNESDAY 7TH OCTOBER, 2026
Welcome to our fascinating tour to Nouméa, New Caledonia!
The group will assemble at Albury Airport at 3:35pm to meet your Tour Escort and fellow travellers. Our Qantas flight QF2208 departs at 4:45pm, arriving in Sydney at 6:05pm. Upon arrival, we will make our way to the Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel for dinner before checking into our rooms. The hotel is perfectly located, allowing us to walk across to the International Terminal tomorrow for our flight to Nouméa. Accommodation: Rydges Sydney Airport Tel: 02 9313 2500

DAY 2

SYDNEY – NOUMEA THURSDAY 8TH OCTOBER
After a leisurely breakfast we walk across to the International Terminal to board our 2hr 40min direct flight to Nouméa with Aircalin. Flight SB141 departs at 1.15pm (refreshments in flight) arriving at 4.14pm. On arrival our local coach operator will meet us for the transfer to our hotel, the stunning Hilton Nouméa La Promenade Residences which overlooks beautiful Anse Vata Beach. Following check in we meet again for dinner in the hotel restaurant.
Accommodation: Hilton Nouméa La Promenade Residences, Nouméa Tel: + 687 24 46 00

DAY 3

AMEDEE ISLAND FRIDAY 9TH OCTOBER
We depart our hotel after an early breakfast and take a 40-minute ferry crossing to Amédée Island, where we have time to explore everything the island has to offer. This small island is only 400 metres long and 270 metres wide. We begin with a visit to the Amédée Lighthouse. In 1861, due to the many shipwrecks occurring as vessels entered the lagoon, Paris ordered the construction of a lighthouse for Nouméa. Work began in 1862 under the direction of Mr Rigolet, a French engineer from the Eiffel Tower workshops in Paris. After ten months of intense work by military personnel and local workers, the lighthouse was erected on Amédée Island. It was first illuminated on 15 November 1865, the saint’s day of Empress Eugénie, wife of Napoleon III. Its light marks the entrance to the Boulari Passage, one of only three natural passages through the coral reef surrounding New Caledonia. Included in our days outing is a Glass Bottom Boat trip, buffet lunch, cultural dance show and demonstrations of Coconut grafting and Sarong tying. The Lighthouse is open for anyone wanting to climb to the top, but there are many stairs and there is an extra cost for entry. Our cruise returns at 4.30pm and we return to our hotel for dinner.

DAY 4

NOUMEA SIGHTSEEING SATURDAY 10TH OCTOBER
We enjoy a leisurely start this morning with time to savour a beautiful buffet breakfast before taking a short stroll to board our specially chartered Tchou Tchou Train for a guided tour of Nouméa. Sit back and relax as we visit many of the city’s popular tourist lookouts and sights, travelling on a circuit around Nouméa with a knowledgeable local guide. Having familiarised ourselves with the town, we then enjoy lunch at L’Équilibre Restaurant. This afternoon is completely free for you to become acquainted with what our hotel has to offer. Located right on the beach, you may choose to enjoy a swim in the ocean or relax by one of the two swimming pools. Alternatively, take a leisurely walk through the surrounding parklands or along the waterfront, and explore the nearby specialty shops and supermarket. We meet again in the evening for dinner at our hotel.  

DAY 5

NOUMEA SIGHTSEEING SUNDAY 11TH OCTOBER
Following breakfast, we meet our local guide for a coach tour of Nouméa, during which we learn more about the city’s history and hear interesting local facts. We then stop at Port Moselle, where there is free time to browse the small markets. Our morning continues with visits to the Maritime Museum of New Caledonia, followed by the WWII Museum. We return to our hotel this afternoon for some time at leisure . This evening enjoy a Wine & Cheese Tasting at the Chai Hippodrome.

DAY 6

BOURAIL & FORT TEREMBA MONDAY 12TH OCTOBER
Today we depart Nouméa for a full day of sightseeing to the north and east of the island. Our first stop is Bourail, located on the western coast of New Caledonia and home to the New Zealand War Cemetery. The cemetery was constructed by New Zealand authorities for the burial of members of New Zealand and other Allied forces who died in this region during World War II. The remains of approximately 200 casualties were relocated here from 14 other islands across the South Pacific. We then visit the Bourail Museum before travelling on to Moindou this afternoon for a visit to Fort Téremba. This historic site was formerly a jail and the headquarters of the French army, overlooking the sea and extending across 11 hectares. During the penal era, convicts were granted plots of land to re-settle in New Caledonia depending on their sentence or conduct, often at the expense of the Melanesian population. Growing resentment led to the Kanak revolt of 1878, led by the legendary chief Atai. Fort Téremba came under siege during the uprising but was never taken, and the site was later reinforced with the construction of a fort within the penal colony. This history is explored through the permanent exhibition now housed inside the fort. We spend time exploring the fort and its surrounding grounds before returning to our hotel.
Dinner this evening is at the Marmite & Tire-Bouchon Restaurant, which offers a gastronomic French dining experience featuring dishes that blend traditional techniques with local ingredients.

DAY 7

NOUMEA SIGHTSEEING TUESDAY 13TH OCTOBER
Our local guide joins us this morning for some further sightseeing and touring around Nouméa with visits to Maison de la Perle and the lookout at Ouen Toro. For something unique we visit one of the largest supermarkets in Nouméa to see the huge range of cheese, bakery items and smallgoods, before arriving at Lemon Bay in time to purchase lunch. Lemon Bay is known for its calm waters and lounging in the shade under the large banyam trees that surround it. It’s a favourite spot for the locals to come to enjoy a wine, take a walk while enjoying a tasty ice cream or just to relax on the beach. Our afternoon visit is to the Nouméa Aquarium - Aquarium des Lagons Nouvelle Caledonie. With its multiple different tanks, you can admire a collection of phosphorescent corals unique in the world. The aquarium also boasts a garden featuring a turtle pool. When we return to our hotel, we’ll have time for some last-minute shopping or to relax. This evening, we take a short walk to Le Roof Restaurant that is situated looking out toward Anse Vata Bay. This will be a wonderful location for our farewell dinner.

DAY 8

NOUMEA – SYDNEY – ALBURY WEDNESDAY 14TH OCTOBER
After a wonderful holiday, we prepare for our return home.
Enjoy a continental breakfast delivered to our rooms, before checking out of the hotel and travelling to La Tontouta International Airport, Nouméa.
We join Aircalin Flight SB148, departing at 12:50pm and arrive in Sydney at 4:10pm (operated by Qantas QF092). On arrival at Sydney International Airport we transfer by bus to the Domestic Terminal to connect with Qantas Flight QF2209, departing Sydney at 7:00pm arriving Albury Airport at 8:20pm, bringing our memorable South Pacific holiday to a close.

TOUR COST

$7035.00 Per Person Twin / Double Share
$8470.00 Single Supplement

INCLUDED

Economy Class Air Fare Qantas - Albury / Sydney / Albury AirCalin - Sydney / Nouméa / Sydney
Airport Transfers and travel for duration of tour
Accommodation on basis as booked
Meals as indicated on itinerary
Entrances to attractions as per itinerary
Goods & Services Tax

B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner