ITINERARY

DAY 1 | WEDNESDAY 1 APRIL 2026

1ST OF 5 NIGHTS AT YALLUNGAH BOUTIQUE HOTEL, ORANGE

SYDNEY CENTRAL STATION AND SYDNEY DOMESTIC AIRPORT TO ORANGE (D):

Guests are collected by private air-conditioned coach. The coach will make one stop at Sydney Central Station at 9:30am and a second stop at Sydney Domestic Airport at 10:00am.

We then travel west from Sydney, over the picturesque Blue Mountains and through beautiful NSW countryside to the thriving country town of Orange. The journey takes approximately four hours.

We make a stop in Blackheath, in the Blue Mountains, where guests will have the chance to stretch their legs and purchase an independent lunch.

After arriving at our beautiful boutique hotel and checking into our rooms, we have time to settle in before gathering for dinner. We enjoy a delicious dinner with our Tour Leader, Simon Moore and fellow music lovers.

DAY 2 | THURSDAY 2 APRIL 2026

2ND OF 5 NIGHTS AT YALLUNGAH BOUTIQUE HOTEL, ORANGE

OPERA AT MILLTHORPE (B, L):

This morning, guests will attend a special event, a private In-Conversation with Lyndon Terracini, Artistic Director of Handa Opera at Millthorpe hosted by Tour Leader, Simon Moore. Following this we travel to one of Orange’s renowned vineyards for a gourmet lunch enjoyed in the picturesque Orange countryside.

The late afternoon is free to rest or for some exploration of Orange. Orange was named by explorer Sir Thomas Mitchell who, with the Prince of Orange was an aide-de-camp to the Duke of Wellington in the Napoleonic Wars. Agriculture thrived in the district, and in 1851 gold was discovered in nearby Ophir, so the village of Orange flourished. The railway from Sydney arrived in 1877, and in 1946 Orange was proclaimed a minor city. The region has a cool climate which with its rich produce-yielding soils, and cool-climate wines, is renowned for its excellent produce and gourmet food. Orange was one of the proposed sites for Australia's national capital city, prior to the selection of Canberra. Orange is now a busy regional centre, and you can enjoy a stroll to the shops and cafes.

In the early evening, we travel by private coach to the beautiful, historic village of Millthorpe, a 30-minute journey from Orange, for the first concert of the festival.

MILLTHORPE OPERA FESTIVAL, PERFORMANCE 1 – MILLTHORPE HALL, 6:00pm
Ferruccio Furlanetto in Recital

Ferruccio Furlanetto bass
Natalia Sidorenko piano

Following the concert, we return by private coach to our hotel in Orange.

DAY 3 | FRIDAY 3 APRIL 2026

3RD OF 5 NIGHTS AT YALLUNGAH BOUTIQUE HOTEL, ORANGE

OPERA AT MILLTHORPE (B, L):

This morning we travel to Millthorpe for our first In Conversation hosted by Lyndon Terracini, Artistic Director of Opera at Millthorpe.

MILLTHORPE OPERA FESTIVAL, IN CONVERSATION 1 - MILLTHORPE HALL, 10:00am

An informal chat hosted by Lyndon Terracini with Ferruccio Furlanetto

After the In-Conversation, we travel to a delightful vineyard for a delicious lunch enjoying fresh breads, cured meats, chef’s selection of cheeses and other seasonal delights, while taking in stunning views. After lunch we return to our hotel.

For those that would like to attend an Open Rehearsal there will be the option of attending this afternoon’s Open Rehearsal from 2:30-4:00pm.

In the afternoon, guests may like to rest ahead of this evening’s concert or explore more of Orange. Today is Good Friday so shops and cafes are closed but you may like to take a visit to Cook Park, a 4.5-hectare green space in the heart of Orange. In 1873 the park was laid out in a traditional Victorian design, with straight paths and rows of trees and much of the original design is still in place. From February to April, hundreds of begonias bloom in the 'Blowes Conservatory'. This National Trust area also has charming duck ponds, an aviary featuring predominantly native birdlife and the peaceful Lattice Fernery.

In the early evening, we travel to Millthorpe for this evening’s Opening Gala.

MILLTHORPE OPERA FESTIVAL, PERFORMANCE 2 – MILLTHORPE HALL, 6:00pm
Opening Gala

Stacey Alleaume soprano
Natalie Aroyan soprano
Elena Gabouri mezzo-soprano
Diego Torre tenor
Andrew Williams baritone
Paul Terracini conductor
Ku-ring-gai Philharmonic Orchestra

Following the concert, we return by private coach to our hotel.

DAY 4 | SATURDAY 4 APRIL 2026

4TH OF 5 NIGHTS AT YALLUNGAH BOUTIQUE HOTEL, ORANGE

OPERA AT MILLTHORPE (B, L):

Following breakfast, we gather for a pre-performance talk by Simon Moore about this evening’s concert.

We then travel to Millthorpe for our second In Conversation, hosted by Lyndon Terracini with artists from yesterday evening’s concert.

MILLTHORPE OPERA FESTIVAL, IN CONVERSATION 2 - MILLTHORPE HALL, 11:00am

An informal chat hosted by Lyndon Terracini with Natalie Aroyan, Andrew Williams and Stacey Alleaume

Following the In Conversation, we enjoy a gourmet meal at Millthorpe’s Tonic Restaurant.

Established in 2003 by owners Tony and Nicole Worland, Tonic is located in the centre of the village, next door to Millthorpe Hall. The menu has a seasonal focus and showcases the best from local producers. Over the last seventeen years the restaurant has regularly been awarded a chef's hat by the Sydney Morning Herald Good Food Guide.

After lunch, time is allowed for a stroll in Millthorpe, before returning to our hotel to rest ahead of this evening’s concert.

In the early evening, we return to Millthorpe for our third performance.

MILLTHORPE OPERA FESTIVAL, PERFORMANCE 3 – MILLTHORPE HALL, 6:00pm
Berlin to Broadway

Noëmi Nadelmann soprano
André Desponds piano

After the concert, we return to our hotel.

DAY 5 | SUNDAY 5 APRIL 2026

5TH OF 5 NIGHTS AT YALLUNGAH BOUTIQUE HOTEL, ORANGE

OPERA AT MILLTHORPE (B, L):

This morning, we gather for our final pre-performance talk about Un ballo in maschera, which we will attend this evening.

We then enjoy a farewell lunch in Orange, to celebrate the end of our wonderful long weekend.

The late afternoon is free and in the evening, we attend the festival’s final performance.

MILLTHORPE OPERA FESTIVAL, PERFORMANCE 4 – MILLTHORPE HALL, 6:00pm
Verdi Un ballo in maschera

Stacey Alleaume Oscar
Natalie Aroyan Amelia
Gennadi Dubinsky Tom
Elena Gabouri Ulrica
Richard Anderson Sam
Diego Torre Riccardo
Andrew Williams Renato
Paul Terracini conductor
Ku-ring-gai Philharmonic Orchestra

Following the concert we return to our hotel.

DAY 6 | MONDAY 6 APRIL 2026

ORANGE TO SYDNEY DOMESTIC AIRPORT AND CENTRAL STATION (B):

Following our final breakfast at the hotel we travel in our private coach to Sydney. The journey takes approximately four hours.

We will arrive at Sydney Domestic Airport at approximately 3:30pm and Sydney Central Station at approximately 4:00pm.

INCLUSIONS

1–6 APRIL 2026 (6 DAYS)

AUD$5,850 PER PERSON TWIN SHARE

Single supplement: AUD$980
Deposit payment 1: Deposit AUD$1,500 per person (due at time of booking)
Deposit payment 2: Deposit AUD$1,500 per person (due on 1 December 2025)
Final payment due: 27 January 2026

INCLUSIONS:

• Performances: A Festival Pass to Opera at Millthorpe. Please note that seating is not allocated for the festival performances and In Conversations.

• Tour Leader: Tour Leadership and private talks about the performances by Simon Moore OAM.

• Tour Manager: An experienced Tour Manager to accompany the group throughout the tour.

• Hotel: Five nights' accommodation at the beautiful Yallungah Boutique Hotel in Orange staying in a Deluxe King Room.

• Travel: Land travel by private air-conditioned coach from Sydney Central Station and Sydney Domestic Airport to Orange on 1 April 2026 and from Orange to Sydney Domestic Airport and Sydney Central Station on 6 April 2026, and all coach travel throughout the tour.

• Meals/Drinks: Breakfast each morning at the hotel. Five lunches/dinners with wine, water and tea/coffee.

• Entry Fees and Guided Tours: Entrance fees for museums, art galleries etc. as stated in your itinerary. Expert local guides at some sites.

• Tips: Tips for drivers, local guides and meals included in your itinerary.

• Information Pack: Comprehensive pre-tour information pack.

EXCLUSIONS:

• International/Domestic Travel: Hayllar Music Tours can provide you with a quote. Phone 02 9669 9181 / +61 (0) 2 9669 9181 or email contact@hayllarmusictours.com

• Travel Insurance: Please note that travel insurance is recommended for tours within Australia. Hayllar Music Tours can organise your travel insurance for you. Please contact them at phone 02 9669 9181 / +61 (0) 2 9669 9181 or email contact@hayllarmusictours.com

• Meals: Lunches and dinners not nominated in your itinerary.

• Personal Expenses: Personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls and mini-bar.

• Activities in Free Time: Costs associated with any activities suggested for you in your free time.

SMALL GROUP SIZE

The tour will operate with 8 people. The maximum number on the tour will be 20 people.

FITNESS LEVEL REQUIRED - LEVEL 1

All members of the group must feel comfortable walking for 1–2 hours, standing for long periods of time in museums, art galleries etc. and embarking/disembarking coaches.

BOOKING TERMS & CONDITIONS

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OPERA AT MILLTHORPE