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Pre-Conference Tour
Trinity Anglican School, Cairns
23-28 September 2026
Reef and Rainforest Adventures in Far North Queensland
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Cost per person $1700 (twin share) - single supplement available for accompanying adults upon request $2450
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Accommodation in hotels, includes breakfast each day
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5 schools - maximum 40 people.
Proposed itinerary
Day 1 - Arrivals pm Wednesday 23 September - airport transfer and welcome dinner included.
Day 2 - White Water Rafting on the Tully River - Lunch, dinner and transfers included.
Day 3 - Reef tour - includes snorkeling on the Great Barrier Reef with lunch; sailing on a large catamaran
Day 4 - Day trip to Hartley's Crocodile Adventures to see native fauna; transfers included
Day 5 - Kuranda Railway trip to Kuranda Village and return via Skyrail; farewell dinner in Cairns
Day 6 - Depart Cairns for Sydney, airport transfer included - flights at own arrangements;
Meals not itemised will be at own cost.
This Pre-Conference Tour is FULL, but accepting waitlist places.
Contact: roundsquare@tas.qld.edu.au
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Pre-Conference Tour
Christ's College, New Zealand
23-28 September 2026
Aotearoa Adventure: Biculturalism, Environmentalism and Adventure in Aotearoa, New Zealand
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Cost per person $1900 (students and staff) - subject to meeting minimum numbers.
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Accommodation: Christ’s College Boarding House (cubicle accommodation) and one night on a marae
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3-4 schools - about 24 people
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Christchurch is only a 3 hour flight from Sydney
Proposed itinerary
Day 1 - Arrivals pm Wednesday 23 September - explore the campus and city centre
Day 2 - Akaroa Harbour boat trip and Ōnuku Marae for a traditional Māori pōwhiri (welcome), and to learn about tikanga (customs), and play rākau (sticks games). Spend the night on the marae
Day 3 - Adventure - Return to Christchurch Ziplining
Day 4 - Hammer Springs - Jetboat ride on the Walau River and thermal pools
Day 5 - International Antarctic Centre and High Ropes
Day 6 - Depart Christchurch at 6:35am for Sydney in time for Arrivals Day
Download the Proposed Itinerary
Contact: sarah.davidson@christscollege.com
Pre-Conference Tour
Olive Tree International Academy, Hangzhou and Shanghai
23-27 September 2026
Heritage in Motion: Tea Leaves to Tech Giants
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Cost per person 6,500 RMB.
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Delegates will stay in 4-star international hotels
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Up to 30 people
Students will explore the transition from local tradition to the global stage, starting with the tea-tree-lined paths and UNESCO-listed landscapes of Hangzhou. The program includes active immersion in tea-making ceremonies and visits to spiritual sites like Lingyin Temple. The journey shifts to modern innovation with a guided visit to Alibaba to discuss digital ethics and future trends in AI. Connectivity and infrastructure are highlighted through high-speed rail travel to Shanghai, where students participate in urban "round table in motion" walks and a cruise along the iconic Bund skyline.
Proposed itinerary
Day 1 - Arrivals and Opening Ceremony
Day 2 - Travel to Hangzhou, hike tea-tree-lined paths, stroll West Lake's shores and dragon boat
Day 3 - Visit Lingyin Temple and guided tour of Alibaba
Day 4 - Travel to Dama Long for authentic local breakfast market, photo challenge, tour and cruis of the Bund
Day 5 - Travel to Pudong International Airport via Maglev Train.
Download the Proposed Itinerary
Contact: Liam Birch liam.birch@oliveedu.com
Post-Conference Tour
Scotch Oakburn College, Tasmania
3-9 October 2026
Tasmanian Highlights
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Cost per person AUD $1950 (twin share) - single supplement available for accompanying adults upon request $2450
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Accommodation in hotels, includes breakfast each day
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7 schools - maximum 60 people.
Proposed itinerary
Download the Proposed Itinerary
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Contact details for bookings – Stuart Walls (stuart.walls@soc.tas.edu.au) and Jacqui Churchill (jacqui.churchill@soc.tas.edu.au)
Post-Conference Tour
MLC School Sydney
3-7 October 2026
Daintree Rainforest & Great Barrier Reef Immersion
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15-25 Participants - $1,900 including GST | 10-14 Participants - $2,100 including GST
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Pricing based on minimum 10 participants
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Based on twin to triple share in Cairns & twin to quad share in Daintree
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Single Supplement available, expected pricing can be provided once trip acceptance has occurred
Proposed itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival and Welcome Dinner
Day 2 - Rainforest Walk with Aboriginal Guide and Daintree Rainforest Swimming Hole
Day 3 - Rainforest Zipline Tour and Great Barrier Reef Snorkelling
Day 4 - Tree Planting and Wildlife Park & Crocodile Farm
Day 5 - Airport Transfer and Departure (Depart Cairns, airport transfer included - flights at own arrangements)
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Contact details for bookings – Henry Wijanto: hwijanto@mlcsyd.nsw.edu.au
Post-Conference Tour
Oxley College Burradoo
3 October 2026
Southern Highlands Discovery Tour
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25 Participants - $50 per person + including entry to Bradman Museum / Berrima ($20)
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Morning tea at Oxley College Included
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Visit to Bowral and the Bradman Museum or historic Berrima
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Scenic waterfall visit
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Optional lunch at Three Blue Ducks
Join us for a memorable day exploring the beauty, history, and flavours of the stunning Southern Highlands. This special tour invites visiting educators to experience one of Australia’s most picturesque regions, beginning with morning tea at Oxley College Burradoo.
Just beyond the school gates lies a region rich in Australian heritage. The Highlands are proudly the home of cricket legend Donald Bradman, and our tour includes a visit to the renowned Bradman Museum & International Cricket Hall of Fame in the charming town of Bowral.
While the region’s beloved Pie Time takes place in June, our visitors will be able to sample the award winning pies the area is famous for. With nearly 30 bakeries on the local Pie Trail.
The day will also take in some of the Highlands’ spectacular natural landscapes with visits to either Fitzroy Falls or Carrington Falls, where dramatic escarpments and bushland views showcase the natural beauty of the region.
Lunch will be available at the beautiful Three Blue Ducks at Burradoo Park Farm, a relaxed farm setting known for its fresh local produce. Lunch is optional and can be purchased individually.
Come and experience the charm, history, and hospitality of the Southern Highlands while spending time with colleagues from around the world.
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Any questions please contact Stacey Taylor at Oxley Stacey.Taylor@oxley.nsw.edu.au