Wheels, Wine & Dine
Reporter: James Tobin
James is in Port Macquarie and he’s hitting the adventure trail. This tour is bike riding in the national park followed by lunch in the vineyards.
If a ride amongst scenic forest trails, with lots of wildlife and photo opportunities appeals to your adventurous side then do it in style with Edge Experience.
The Wheels, Wine and Dine experience takes in expansive views to the west, north to the east with crystal clear creeks, lush rainforest reserves and large stands of Eucalyptus species.
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The day begins at the summit of Bago Bluff State National Park where your ride traverses a dramatic rock escarpment before an exhilarating downhill descent to level ground. Continue along established fire trails at a leisurely pace or tackle the various single tracks swales and downhills at gung-ho speed!
The Wheels, Wine and Dine experience completes at the Bago Vineyards amongst acres of established grape vines in a relaxing environment with superb table wines and quality live jazz. Established in 1985 Bago vineyards is nestled in the Broken Bago Mountain range, surrounded by state forests and hosts open jazz sessions on the second weekend of every month.
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Lunch includes an assortment of local condiments, cold meats, wholesome bread and gourmet salads with a variety of cold refreshments and fortified beverages available at the cellar door. Top off an exciting days pedalling with quality local wines, a hearty wholesome lunch and quality live jazz in the vines.
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More Information
Edge Experience Greater Port Macquarie Visitor Information Centre Cnr of Gordon and Gore St Port Macquarie
Open 7 days Mon- Fri: 8:30am - 5pm Weekends and public holidays 9am - 4pm extended operating hours on Sat Nov 10th until 8pm
To book your Wheels, Wine and Dine Experience and to find out more about the Greater Port Macquarie Region, log onto www.portmacquarieinfo.com.au or call 1300 303 155. |
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Prices correct as at 10/11/07
Port Macquarie is just an hour away from Sydney when you fly direct with QantasLink. Tickets are on sale from $74 one way until 16th November 2007. So book now on www.qantas.com.
Valid for travel 15/12/07 – 15/3/08 and 29/4/07 – 26/6/08
*conditions apply
Prices correct as at 10/11/07