We organise several multi-day tour packages per year to special events or locations.
Recent trips include:
- Canberra Theatre Shows (1 day)
- Hunter Valley Christmas lights (3 nights)
- Royal Military Tattoo (3 nights)
- Man from Snowy River Festival Corryong – (2 nights)
Rixons organise as much as possible for the trip, so there is very little for you to do, but enjoy.
The trips tend to include everything from front door pick up, accommodation, meals, applicable tickets and more.
What a fantastic trip to the Hunter! Rixon’s planned every part to perfection, from the front door pick up to the morning tea to just everything. It was a very memorable few days.
Thank you so much for your kindness and all you have done for us that has made this trip so memorable.
An Absolutely Fabulous Dining Experience
/in Day Trip, Package Tours /by Guy BowerFabulous? Absolutely!
A Fabulous Three Course Meal served by the girls with a hearty portion of mayhem thrown in for good measure!
An Ab Fab evening begins with the three girls in the bar; two of them appear to be drinking more than the guests.
Three of the best comedy actors in the land cause chaos and mayhem the like of which you would not believe. This will be one of the most comical evening you will ever attend, whilst the waiters try to serve you a sumptuous three course meal.
You will be Absolutely amazed at the antics of the girls and the poor daughter doesn’t stand a chance.
Anyone for Champagne?
Here are a few scenes from the vaults:
To book contact us: 02 4474 4243 or 02 4474 3085
This is a tribute show. Image: Gary Tymon www.garytymon.com
Faulty Towers Comes to Murramarang
/in Day Trip, Package Tours /by Guy BowerThe Fabulous Show and Dining Experience!
Includes:
Held at the beautiful Murramarang Resort in South Durras on Sunday 2nd September 2018 (well-timed for Father’s Day).
If you cannot wait until then, here’s one of our favorites:
It’s best to book now because these things tends to fill up quickly.
Costs:
Call: 02 4474 4243 or 02 4474 3085
Canberra Day Trip Events 2018
/in Day Trip, Package Tours /by Guy BowerShow: Music at Midday
Type: Day trip
Date: 11 Jan
Time: 60 minutes, no interval
Canberra Theatre Centre together with the Royal Military College Band host Music At Midday concerts six times a year with the support of Canberra Labor Club. The proceeds of the concerts support many local charities.
The Theatre is pleased to announce that the next Music At Midday concert will be held on 2nd last or last Tuesday every quarter with donations going to ACT Rescue & Foster.
Show: Masterclass Concert – Drama
Type: Day trip
Date: 24 Feb
Time: 2pm, 120 minutes, including interval
The astonishing Amanda Muggleton IS the original diva. She creates fireworks on stage as the greatest dramatic soprano of her time – Maria Callas. After a sensational career that saw her become the undisputed star of the world’s best Opera Houses, Maria Callas conducts a series of master classes to a select group of young vocal students at the Juilliard School in New York.
In Terrence McNally’s extraordinary theatrical tribute Callas takes centre-stage one more time, as she passes on to her students, and to us, the experiences and lessons of a lifetime.
We witness her passion and commitment and realise the uniqueness of her great talent as she cajoles and lectures her students, delivering wisdom and insults in true diva style.
Amanda Muggleton is one of Australia’s greatest and most loved actresses. In a career that spans over four decades, Amanda has more than 50 theatre, film and television credits to her name.
Show: Music at Midday
Type: Day trip
Date: 11 April
Time: 60 minutes, no interval
Canberra Theatre Centre together with the Royal Military College Band host Music At Midday concerts six times a year with the support of Canberra Labor Club. The proceeds of the concerts support many local charities.
The Theatre is pleased to announce that the next Music At Midday concert will be held on 2nd last or last Tuesday every quarter with donations going to ACT Rescue & Foster.
Show: Sense & Sensibility Concert – Drama
Type: Day trip
Date: 2nd June
Time: 2pm, 135 minutes, including interval
Kate Hamill’s sparkling adaptation of Sense and Sensibility is Jane Austen on theatrical steroids. In the hands of the State Theatre Company Ensemble it will be a night at the theatre that you won’t want to miss.
The newly widowed Mrs Dashwood, under much reduced circumstances, must move herself and her three daughters, the very sensible Elinor, the wild romantic Marianne and the spirited Margaret, from their grand family home to a modest cottage. But reduced social circumstances do not lead to a reduction in troubles of the heart. Suitors circle and gossip swirls as all of the Dashwoods try to find their place in the world.
Jane Austen’s masterpiece is a precision guided literary missile of wit and warmth. In playwright Kate Hamill she’s found her theatrical match as verve and invention is brought to bear on the Dashwood’s every move.
Warning: This show contains obscene language.
Show: Music at Midday
Type: Day trip
Date: 11 July
Time: 60 minutes, no interval
Canberra Theatre Centre together with the Royal Military College Band host Music At Midday concerts six times a year with the support of Canberra Labor Club. The proceeds of the concerts support many local charities.
The Theatre is pleased to announce that the next Music At Midday concert will be held on 2nd last or last Tuesday every quarter with donations going to ACT Rescue & Foster.
Show: Calamity Jane Concert – Musical/Comedy
Type: Day trip
Date: 19 August
Time: 2pm, 150 minutes, including interval
This whip-cracking, rollicking rough-and-ready reimagining shucks off the buckskin and brings a barrelful of dirt and grit to the classic musical. Starring Virginia Gay (Channel 7’s All Saints and Winners & Losers) as the magnetic, masculine heroine, joined by a ragtag band of acclaimed comedic actors and musicians who share all the other roles.
Featuring timeless standards such as The Deadwood Stage, Just Blew In From The Windy City, Black Hills of Dakota, and Secret Love performed with piano and a grab bag of other instruments, this production injects a unique and raucous sense of spontaneity into the world of musical theatre.
Become immersed in the world of the Golden Garter Saloon – alive with whores, gamblers, and habitual jeopardy – and expect an unruly and unpredictable ride. In particular dozens of audience members seated onstage at saloon tables will be a part of the action when they least expect it!
Warning: This show contains simulated smoking, nudity, obscene language, strobe lighting and fog/haze effects. (sounds like fun!)
Show: Madame Butterfly Concert – Opera
Type: Day trip
Date: 8 September
Time: 1pm,
A man enchanted by the beauty of the East. A woman in love with the promise of the West.
Separated by a vast ocean and many years, what will become of their love?
U.S. Naval officer B.F. Pinkerton is ashore in Japan, and captivated with its beauty and freedoms. When the gorgeous geisha Butterfly arrives, he is transfixed. She falls hopelessly in love, and a passionate marriage begins.
Years later, Pinkerton has left. Butterfly waits faithfully for him to return. Dawn breaks on a ship in the harbour.
What will become of her great hope?
Puccini’s popular opera inspired the musical Miss Saigon. It is filled with gorgeous music, from the lovers’ first rapturous embrace to the intense finale. It features the famous aria One Fine Day and the Humming Chorus.
One of Australia’s greatest theatrical minds, John Bell, directs this English-language production, complete with beautiful costumes and sets and wonderful singing.
Show: Music at Midday
Type: Day trip
Date: 11 October
Time: 60 minutes, no interval
Canberra Theatre Centre together with the Royal Military College Band host Music At Midday concerts six times a year with the support of Canberra Labor Club. The proceeds of the concerts support many local charities.
The Theatre is pleased to announce that the next Music At Midday concert will be held on 2nd last or last Tuesday every quarter with donations going to ACT Rescue & Foster.
Show: The Wharf Revue – Political satire
Type: Day trip
Date: 3 November
Time: 90 minutes, no interval
Those indefatigable kings of comedy, sorcerers of satire and masters of mockery, Jonathan Biggins and Drew Forsythe are back in the saddle and gearing up for another glorious year of political satire – the stage will be bigger and so will the laughs. We like to think of it as continuity with change.
So, politicians take cover and pundits stand back, because there will be songs, there will be dance, and there will be some very funny impressions.
Join us as we sort the wets from the dries, the leaks from the fakes, and the factions from the fictions in this bigger, better and wharfier Revue than Canberra could ever handle.
Warnings:
This show may contain obscene language, simulated substance/tobacco smoking, nudity, strobe lighting and fog/haze effects.
Tours/Trips
Most dates are confirmed for these concerts/events/trips/tours. Pricing is just about finalised – contact the office to confirm. Day trips include morning tea and lunch. *- Subject to change of dates.
Contact: 02 4474 4243 or 02 4474 3085
Senior Moment Stage Show- Sydney Day Trip
/in Day Trip, Package Tours /by Guy BowerTravel with us to Chatswood for a belly load of laughs. An early morning start and we are home before dark, whilst enjoying the company of like minded individuals.
After two smash-hit Sydney seasons, the hilarious comedy revue Senior Moments is back, with the legendary John Wood and Max Gillies now joining Benita Collings and Geoff Harvey in the senior theatrical sensation.
Senior Moments is a comedy revue about old people and the young people they have to deal with, with sketches and songs and performers who are old enough to know better, all making wicked fun of the trials and tribulations of growing old disgracefully.
Gold Logie winner and veteran actor John Wood (Blue Heelers, Rafferty’s Rules) is having a season of Senior Moments in 2018. Joining him in this seriously silly show for otherwise sensible seniors will be master satirist Max Gillies (The Gillies Report, Once Were Leaders), Play School icon Benita Collings, Kim Lewis (Sons and Daughters, The Restless Years) and Russell Newman (A Country Practice, Underbelly), with Midday Show Maestro Geoff Harvey on piano.
Thursday 1 March 2018 11.00am Matinee show
Price $175.00
Bookings and full payment by 1 February 2018
Terms & Conditions apply, available on our website www.rixonsbus.com.au
Contact: (02) 4474 4243 or 02 4474 3085 rixonsdoortodoor@yahoo.com.au
The Australian Ballet presents The Merry Widow
/in Day Trip, Package Tours /by Guy BowerEffervescent romance overflowing with glamour
CATEGORY: Dance DURATION: 136 minutes, including intervals.
Includes Bubbles & crackers for morning tea (& tea/coffee), Chinese lunch at Queanbeyan RSL Bowling Club & A-Reserve tickets.
Irresistibly frothy and lavishly theatrical, The Merry Widow has enough tangled affairs, narrow misses and jealous lovers to fuel a French farce. The tiny principality of Pontevedro is on the verge of bankruptcy, and the dashing Count Danilo must rescue his country by marrying the newly widowed and fabulously wealthy Hanna Glawari. Only when they meet does he realise that she’s his childhood sweetheart – and that she hasn’t forgiven him for jilting her years ago.
Based on the beloved operetta, this lively tale is set in the ballrooms and salons of Belle Époque Paris and is dressed magnificently in velvets, silks, spangles and feathers. Created especially for The Australian Ballet, The Merry Widow is a laugh-along favourite with hum-along melodies and its heart on its sleeve.
Ticket prices:
Pensioner price:
* Pension number required.
Regular price:
Saturday 26 May 2018 1.30pm Matinee show
Bookings and full payment by 15 April 2018
Terms & Conditions apply.
Contact: 02 4474 4243 or 02 4474 3085
Jersey Boys – Sydney
/in Package Tours /by Guy BowerSaturday 15 December 2018 Matinee Show
(a good Xmas present from the family – hint hint)
Jersey Boys tells the true-life story of four guys from the wrong side of the tracks, the rise to stardom of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, one of the most successful bands in pop music history. The band sold more than 175 million records and were inducted into the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame for their worldwide hits, including Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Walk Like a Man, Bye Bye Baby, Sherry and Big Girl’s Don’t Cry, which all feature in the musical.
Running Time: Approximately 2 hours and 35 minutes, this includes an interval.
Once again we will supply the bubbles and crackers for morning tea, lunch (of some description along the way – own cost) and A-Reserve tickets for this fantastic tribute to Frankie Valli & the Four Season.
This will be an early start, overnight stay in Sydney & return the next day
Extremely limited seats so definitely first paid get the seats.
Don’t miss out – Book & Pay today
As usual, the Rixons service includes: Pick up from your door and delivered back to your door.
Twin Share $395.00 Single $475.00
Bookings and full payment by 1 November 2018
Terms & Conditions apply.
The Fabulous Shen Yun Matinee Show – Day Trip
/in Day Trip, Package Tours /by Guy BowerPick up from your door, delivered back to your door. Bubbles & crackers for morning tea (or tea & coffee). Chinese lunch and A-Reserve seating included.
Bookings and full payment by 1 January 2018
Thursday 1 February 2018 2.00pm Matinee show
In ancient times, China was known as the Land of the Divine. Everyone, from emperors to the common people, believed that their culture was a gift from heaven. They lived in harmony with the universe and saw a connection among all things. Traditional Chinese culture carried these principles for thousands of years–until this world was lost.
We now invite you to visit this lost civilisation. To make this journey possible, we have pushed the boundaries of performing arts. We combine ancient legends with technological innovations, and historically authentic costumes with breathtaking animated backdrops. We let classical Chinese dance do the storytelling, and share with you beautifully diverse ethnic and folk traditions. Filled with an enchanting orchestral sound, this is a mesmerizing experience you won’t find anywhere else.
“Absolutely the No. 1 show in the world” – Kenn Wells, former lead dancer of the English National Ballet
“This is the highest and the best of what humans can produce” – Olevia Brown-Klahn, singer and musician
Shen Yun’s unique artistic vision expands theatrical experience into a multi-dimensional, inspiring journey through one of humanity’s greatest treasures – the five millennia of traditional Chinese culture.
Come and experience the divine beauty & profound wisdom of a lost civilization.
Thursday 1 February 2018 2.00pm Matinee show
Pick up from your door, delivered back to your door. Bubbles & crackers for morning tea (or tea & coffee). Chinese lunch and A-Reserve seating included.
Bookings and full payment by 1 January 2018
Terms & Conditions apply, available on our website www.rixonsbus.com.au
Norfolk Island – 10 Day Tour
/in Package Tours /by Guy BowerFor as little as $2905, enjoy 10 Days & 9 nights in fabulous Norfolk Island.
Includes: entry to attractions and places of interest as listed, Flights, Coach Transfers & all accommodation, tours and most meals.
6 – 15 May 2018
SUMMARY:
TRIP ITINERARY – Pick-up from your door – times TBA.
Day 1 – Sunday 6 May
Today we travel to the Ibis Sydney Airport Hotel for the evening, stopping for morning tea and lunch on the way. The Hotel has a restaurant where evening meals can be purchased at your cost. M/TA
Day 2 – Monday 7 May
Up early for a 7.15 transfer to the Sydney International Airport and Air New Zealand check in for our flight to Norfolk Island. Upon arrival we transfer to our accommodation for the next 7 nights. In the afternoon we are greeted with a welcome drink and a sweet treat at our hotel as our hosts let us know about the resort. The start of a wonderful week of Norfolk Hospitality enjoying dinner every night and a full hot cooked breakfast every day on the Island.
Tonight is casual a BBQ dinner. BDA
Day 3 – Tuesday 8 May
We start the day with a half day bus tour of this fascinating Island. You will visit historic Kingston, Cascade, Longridge & much more. Our guide will explain about the famous convict buildings, beautiful beaches & golf course, the renowned Melanesian Chapel, our Government, our laws & lifestyle. Enjoy views from scenic spots. Rest for a delicious morning tea in the garden of an historic island home built by Fletcher Quintal – descendant of ‘Bounty’ mutineers Fletcher Christian & Matthew Quintal. You will then have a free afternoon to do as you please until it is time to attend the Island Fish Fry dinner. Enjoy a feast of Island dishes, salads, homemade bread & fresh fried fish, followed by Island desserts & tea or coffee. Enjoy some local entertainment on Norfolk’s beautiful, Puppy’s Point. Bring your light jacket, camera and singing voice. BA/TD
Day 4 – Wednesday 9 May
Breakfast Bushwalk 7am (walkers) 8.15am (non-walkers) – 10.30am
For those people keen for a walk before breakfast the guide will pick them up at 7am. There are two walks to choose from; the first is a “short” walk, and depending takes you out to Palm Glen – a lovely bushland area. The walk is approx 1.5km and there is a hill to walk down and of course come up the other side – the last 50 metres is quite steep. The other walk is what we call the “long” walk. It takes you from the Red Road area along a 3.5km track, which eventually ends up at Captain Cook Monument. This is a beautiful walk with spectacular coastal scenery. It starts off with a long uphill of about 900 metres and the remainder of the walk is undulating. If these walks sound too strenuous a guide will pick you up at 8.15am and take you straight to breakfast. You do not need to make up your mind which walk you want to do until the morning, as all walkers will be picked up at the same time. Cameras are a must and water bottles should be carried, especially for people doing the longer walks. Short walk suits people with no respiratory trouble. Long walk suits people who regularly exercise. You then have a free afternoon; before heading off to enjoy a progressive dinner consisting of 3 course meal progressing to 3 different island homes. With nibbles you will have a glass of sherry or orange juice, main course has a glass of white wine or orange juice served, and there is tea or coffee available with sweets. We treat the night like a BYO if anyone would like any more alcohol. Along the way you will learn a bit about each of the homes and the families. Toilet facilities are available at each home, just ask the driver or the families and they will direct you to them. BDA
Day 5 – Thursday 10 May
After a leisurely hot breakfast at the Resort you have a recovery day. We will be having an early 2 course dinner before watching descendants of the mutineers bring the story of the famed Mutiny on the Bounty and historic events to life in a 1½ hour show performed in an outdoor amphitheatre on Norfolk’s western coastline. An event not to be missed!! BDA
Day 6 – Friday 11 May
This Green fingers tour will appeal to the gardeners on your tour as you visit a number of private gardens and also the local nursery, so you will be on and off the bus a number of times. Morning tea is included.
Join us on an ‘In Depth’ tour of the historic Georgian convict settlement of Kingston. Walk through the cemetery & hear the history of interesting convict & colonial headstones, hear stories of the houses along Quality Row. Walk through the ruins of the New Gaol, see the Pier Store, Boat Shed and the Crank Mill. Afternoon tea included. Night as a Convict – This show is a theatre-restaurant style evening. Lots of singing, dancing and merry making. A three course carvery meal is served with a glass of white wine and orange juice upon arrival. If anyone would like anything else to drink there is a full bar facility available to purchase other drinks. Convict outfits are provided and are to be worn on the night (desirable but not compulsory if anyone has strong objections to wearing them). These outfits are like a pair of pyjamas with pants with an elastic waist, and a button up short-style top. They are made of cotton and not see-through, so are
designed to be your clothes for the evening, not worn over your clothes (the room gets very warm and you will get too hot if you wear more than you have to underneath your outfit). If anyone would like to purchase an outfit they are $30 for a second-hand one and $35 for a new one. BM/TA/TDA
Day 7 – Saturday 12 May
Enjoy a free morning before heading off on the Tin-a-aii tour. This next tour is a photographers’ special and will take you too many of the pretty, scenic areas of the island. Our driver/guide may also be able to include chocolate/lolly making shops and/or the local liquor distillery. There is usually some walking involved. Cameras are a must. An early 2 course dinner prior to venturing out for the
evenings Light & Sound tour, where you will stay on the bus for the total duration – so there is no need to get to rugged up against the weather. You will be taken down to Kingston where you will drive amongst the ruins watching the scenes being re-enacted outside the bus. An audiotape will be playing in the bus so you can follow the story line. Cameras are welcome. This show lasts for 1 hour. BDA
Day 8 – Sunday 13 May
Leisurely breakfast then FREE DAY until the Buffet dinner is ready. BDA
Day 9 – Monday 14 May
Sadly time has come to pack our bags and head to the main land and reality. Our last leisurely breakfast and free morning in Norfolk Island. Just before lunch we are transferred to the airport where we check in for our flight into Sydney. On arrival we return to the Ibis Sydney Airport Hotel where once again evening meals can be purchased at the Hotel at your cost. BL
Day 10 – Tuesday 15 May
After breakfast we board our tour bus Maggie for our return to Batemans Bay. Say a fond farewell to your fellow travellers. B
NB1: There other activities available for you to book in your free time.
NB2: The Tour Operators reserve the right to make necessary changes to the itinerary to facilitate a safe and comfortable tour. To the best of our knowledge the information provided was correct at the time of printing. E&OE
Legend of items included in cost: B = Breakfast, D = Dinner, L=Lunch, M/T= Morning Tea, A = Accommodation.
Contact: Sue & Mal on 02 4474 4243 or 02 4474 3085
Limited Seats. Early Bookings Recommended.
NB: The Tour Operators reserve the right to make necessary changes to the itinerary to facilitate a safe and comfortable tour. To the best of our knowledge the information provided was correct at the time of printing. E&OE
Legend of items included in cost: B = Breakfast, D = Dinner, L=Lunch, M/T= Morning Tea, A = Accommodation.
Murrumbateman Wine Region Tasting
/in Package Tours /by Guy BowerSaturday 23rd September 2017
Who doesn’t like a nice glass of white or red wine on a Saturday when there isn’t a care in the world of getting caught drink driving? Let us take that worry away from you with our Wine tasting tour. The Murrumbateman wine region is an award winning grape growing area right here on our doorstep.
Our first stop is – Helm Wines was established in 1973 and was one of the first commercial wineries in the Canberra District Wine Region. Helm Wines tasting room is the 1888 Toual Public School House which is listed by the National Trust and was the inspiration for the school bell featured on our label. It was once used for meetings of the Temperance League, where locals signed the pledge against alcohol.
Second – The Four Winds Story began with a miner and his wife who lived on the property in a slab-hut. Her name was Scheherazade, after the story teller in The Arabian Nights. Her favourite story describes a magic carpet being borne by the four winds of good fortune. She named this small farm in Murrumbateman ‘Four Winds’ in the hope it would carry their good fortunes. We stop here for homemade wood fired pizza lunch (not Gluten Fee)
Next, we have a break from wine tasting to taste the honey mead of old at Wins Creek Meadery. Wins keep bees in native eucalypt forests and woodlands where they produce honey from species such as spotted gum, stringybark and yellow box. This is the honey we use to produce small batches of some of Australia’s finest handcrafted meads. It’s a great place to stop.
Last but by no means least – Gallaghers Winery. Over the last forty years Greg has been involved in premium wine production in some of Australia’s best wine regions. He was the Senior Winemaker for Taltarni, in central Victoria, worked at Charles Sturt University and has also made wine in the Barossa Valley, Coonawarra, Mildura and Rutherglen areas.
$95 p/p – includes transport from the Bowlo Batemans Bay to wine region & return, all tastings, lunch at Four Winds winery, and the expert viogniers explaining their wines.
$105 will get you picked up from the ‘normal’ bus stops between Moruya, Broulee, Mossy Point, Tomakin, Malua Bay, Surfbeach, Caseys Beach, Batehaven, Catalina & Surfside.
Early bookings are essential as seats are extremely limited.
Full payment at the time of booking. Non-refundable.
Bookings and full payment by 30 August 2017
Terms and conditions apply, available on our website rixonsbus.com.au.
Travel insurance is recommended.
Contact: 02 4474 4243 rixonsdoortodoor@yahoo.com.au
Hunter Valley Gardens Christmas Lights Tour
/in Package Tours /by Guy BowerMonday 27th Nov – Thursday 30th Nov 2017
A Relaxing four days including
3 night’s accommodation, 3 cooked breakfasts
2 evening meals at Harrigan’s & Sumptuous Christmas Feast in The Garden
Terrace Restaurant overlooking the 1.5 million Sparkling Christmas Lights.
(In bad weather the lights would be postponed but the meal would go ahead)
Day 1: Pick up at your door travelling to the Hunter Valley stopping for Morning tea and Lunch, not included in tour. Tonight we dine at the character filled Harrigan’s Inn.
Day 2: After breakfast travel next door to stroll through the Hunter Valley Gardens for the morning set on 25 acres with 10 Stunning feature gardens including the train ride so you don’t miss seeing everything. You can choose to have lunch at the gardens or we will be spending the afternoon at The Hunter Valley Gardens Village for some unique shopping opportunities. Christmas Dinner and Light Spectacular in the evening, included.
Day 3: A relaxing day visiting some unique wineries and touring local villages to experience the atmosphere of the Hunter region. Dining at Harrigan’s for the evening.
Day 4: Travel Home.
For as little as $ 1050.00 Twin Share $ 1350.00 Single
Enjoy 4 Days and 3 Nights Coach Travel. E&OE
Early Bookings are recommended as limited seats. 10% Deposit at time of booking. Non- refundable. Bookings Close 28 July 2017 Balance of tour payable by the 15 September 2017. Terms and conditions apply, available on our website rixonsbus.com.au. Travel Insurance recommended.
Contact: 02 44744243 rixonsdoortodoor@yahoo.com.au