Charter GuideCANBERRA REGION AND EXTENDED INTERSTATE TOURS

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SCHOOL EXCURSIONS & CAMPS

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LOCAL AND INTERSTATE TOURS

Welcome Aboard

THE CAPITAL’S GROUP CHARTER SPECIALIST

Transborder Express is the Capital Region’s premier long distance charter specialist. We are equipped to provide professional, reliable and economical ground transport solutions. From historic Bowral to the scenic Sapphire Coast there are plenty of tour options available.

Our staff pride themselves on their high quality customer service with guaranteed fast response times, comprehensive local knowledge and flexible service. Our 5-star luxury coach fleet can cater to small groups as well as multi-vehicle movements.

Our coach charter service extends to:

local day trips and extended interstate tours

corporate transfers

school camps and excursions

concerts and festivals and sporting events

shopping tours

wedding parties.

WELCOME ABOARD | Charter Guide 2

Travel with easeQcity Transit is proud to offer specialised local charter services to the community of Queanbeyan and Canberra. With generous nature reserves, educational institutions and a thriving sporting culture, there are plenty of things to see and do in Canberra and surrounds.

Our knowledgeable staff can handpick some of the best recreational, cultural and historical destinations on offer.

Qcity Transit has amassed a wealth of knowledge over our 20 years of experience. Our charter services are fully flexible and our knowledgeable staff are able to custom tailor packages to best suit your individual needs. Small to medium sized social and corporate groups will benefit, with door-to-door pick up provided (or as close as possible).

Our bus charter services cater to the following groups:

school camp transfers social events, festive occasions and tours corporate conference transfers government departments and international guest tours.

For information and bookingsLooking for more information? Direct your queries to one of our friendly staff today.

Call us on 1800 780 935(between 8.00am - 5.00pm, Monday to Friday only)Email to qbncharter@cdcbus.com.auOr visit our websiteQcity: qcitytransit.com.auTransborder: transborder.com.au

To make a bookingBefore seeking a quotation or booking please consider the following:

number of passengers in travel group

preferred departure and arrival date and time

travel destination/s

special luggage requirements (i.e. sports equipment),

seatbelts.

Destinations abound, all year round!Our luxury coach fleet can take you anywhere across Australia. Transborder Express is the cost effective interstate travel option taking the hassle out of long haul vehicle movements.

From regional New South Wales towns to the centre of Sydney and further interstate, we can get you there.

Please speak to one of our friendly staff to confirm if your desired destination is available.

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CONTACT DETAILS:

TRAVEL INFORMATION:

VEHICLE TYPE (see pages 5-6 for vehicle specifications):

Looking for a quote? It’s easy! Simply scan and email the completed form to our friendly staff at qbncharter@cdcbus.com.au with “Charter Quote” in the subject line.

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Private charter School charterPlease tick one:

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WELCOME ABOARD | Charter Guide 4

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Luggage storage requiredPlease tick all that apply: Wheelchair accessibility required

Additional notes (if needed):

Volvo commuter bus Volgren 57-seat coach

*Standard buses and the Rosa are not available for charter prior to 9:15 am and between 2:15 pm and 5:15 pm on school days.

Mercedes Benz 5-star coach Mitsubishi Rosa mini coach

Our Bus FleetThe Qcity Transit charter fleet consists of vehicles ranging from 24 seater mini buses through to larger buses. No matter what size your group, there is a vehicle option to suit. It is our aim to provide transport in an efficient, timely, cost-effective and, above all, friendly manner. Our buses are designed with comfort in mind and come with air conditioning on request.

Our Coach FleetTravel in comfort with all the modern amenities including cloth covered reclining seats, panoramic windows, lap sash seatbelts and DVD hi-fi entertainment. Our luxury coaches can seat between 48 and 52 passengers.

VOLVO B7R

COMMUTER BUS

53-61 seat capacity Air conditioned

Our Fleet

VOLVO AND HINO COMMUTER BUS

53-61 seat capacity Air conditioned Low-floor subject to availability

MERCEDES BENZ O500 5-STAR LUXURY COACH

48-57 seat capacity Seat belt equipped Climate controlled air conditioning Restroom On-board DVD Player

MITSUBISHI ROSA MINI COACH

24 seat capacity Seat belt equipped Climate controlled air conditioning

VOLGREN COACH

57 seat capacity Seat belt equipped Air conditioned

OUR FLEET | Charter Guide 6

Explore the vast nature reserves surrounding Queanbeyan and the Australian Capital Territory. Choose from a wide range of scenic, educational, recreational and corporate opportunities. Qcity Transit provides transport to the camps and retreats listed below, plus many more.

BirrigaiTIDBINBILLA RING RD, PADDYS RIVER

Birrigai hosts educational programs and camps, set in the lush bushland of Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve to the south-west of Canberra’s urban development. The programs are designed to help students reflect on human interaction with the natural world.

Birrigai also offers the ‘Challenge-by-Choice’ corporate team-building program which includes the exciting Giant Swing, Flying Fox and daring Leap of Faith! Accommodation facilities are available. For more information visit www.tidbinbilla.com.au/birrigai

Warrambui Retreat & Conference Centre GREENWOOD RD, MURRUMBATEMAN

From day events to multi-day camps, Warrambui specialises in providing youth leadership training to both primary and secondary school students with a focus on the state curriculum. The facility also caters to corporate groups of all sizes with access to a host of team building programs.

Guests will participate in recreational activities such as bushwalking, archery and soccer with a uniquely Australian gum forest backdrop. Specialised conference and accommodation facilities are available to guests. For more information visit www.warrambui.com.au

Greenhills CentreCOTTER RD, STROMLO

Located a short distance west of Canberra in the Cotter district, the Greenhills Accommodation and Conference Centre caters to school camps, social groups and corporate retreats in a spectacular natural environment.

The site contains a large auditorium, conference halls, individual meeting rooms and a dining hall. For the outdoor types, there are several well maintained sports ovals and courts which have been recently refurbished.

Greenhills is a convenient base to explore the surrounding areas and beyond including the Cotter Dam, Mount Stromlo, scenic Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve and within Canberra itself. For more information visit www.greenhillscentre.com

Local Community Charters

TRAVEL TIP Many of the camp programs will allow you to ‘cherry-pick’ activities to suit your group needs. Simply ask camp staff at the time of booking. !!

Sporting and Community Events

The Capital Region’s many premier sporting and community facilities are

host to local, interstate and international matches along with more community

oriented markets and rodeos. With limited parking opportunities available,

why not let Qcity handle your travel arrangements?

Sporting matches: at Seiffert Oval, Canberra Stadium (pictured above) and Manuka Oval

Race days: at Queanbeyan Racecourse and Canberra Racecourse

Sports and training activities: around the Queanbeyan Indoor Sports Centre and the

National Sports Club including hockey, tennis, cricket, netball, soccer and archery

Concerts and theatre productions: at the Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre, AIS Arena and Canberra

Theatre Centre

Market days: at Queanbeyan Council Chambers, the Old Bus

Depot in Kingston and Exhibition Park in Canberra (EPIC)

Shows, festivals and rodeos: at Queanbeyan Showground and

Exhibition Park in Canberra (EPIC)

WeddingsThere’s a lot to consider for your special day, so why not leave the transport to us! Qcity Transit provides transfers to and from the ceremony and reception within Queanbeyan, Canberra and surrounds. Save on parking hassles and allow us to transport your wedding party and guests as they help you celebrate your special day with ease.

Christmas PartiesThe festive season is a time for celebration, so why not go out with your friends, family or colleagues to make the most of it?

Qcity Transit can provide transfers for whatever party you might have in mind – be it a leisurely family gathering by Lake Burley Griffin, a relaxing lunch with friends in Queanbeyan’s historic Monaro Street strip or staff party in Canberra’s city centre. We can cater to groups of any size, so speak to us to see how we can make travel for your festive season celebrations a breeze.

LOCAL COMMUNITY CHARTERS | Charter Guide 8

This snow season, indulge in the Capital Region’s most loved winter sports – skiing and snowboarding. Transborder Express gives groups access to the southern hemisphere’s largest alpine resorts.

GROUP BOOKINGS

Travelling with a group of 21 passengers or more? Take your school group, sporting team or social group to the snowfields this winter in your own luxury coach and benefit from discounted group travel packages.

Thredbo Snow PackagesSKIERS PACKAGE*

Luxury coach travel (Canberra to Thredbo and return)

Unlimited use of all Thredbo lifts Hire of skis, stocks and boots National Park Entry Fees

SNOWBOARD PACKAGE*

Luxury coach travel (Canberra to Thredbo and return)

Unlimited use of all Thredbo lifts Hire of snowboard and boots National Park Entry Fees

TRANSPORT ONLY PACKAGE*

Luxury coach travel (Canberra to Thredbo)

* Visit the website for up-to-date package prices.

Perisher Snow PackagesSKIERS PACKAGE* Luxury coach travel (Canberra to Bullocks Flat and return)

Ski Tube Pass (Bullocks Flat Return) Unlimited use of all Perisher lifts Hire of skis, stocks and boots National Park Entry Fees

SNOWBOARD PACKAGE* Luxury coach travel (Canberra to Bullocks Flat and return)

Ski Tube Pass (Bullocks Flat Return) Unlimited use of all Perisher lifts Hire of snowboard and boots National Park Entry Fees

TRANSPORT ONLY PACKAGE* Luxury coach travel (Canberra to Bullocks Flat)

* Visit the website for up-to-date package prices.

For information or to make a booking please contact us on 1800 780 935 or visit www.transborder.com.au.

Snow Packages

The Snowy MountainsSOUTHERN NSW

The region is not only a winter wonderland experience but also great

for the warmer seasons too. The Snowy Mountains and the Kosciuszko

National Park offer travel groups fantastic packages for one day, two

days or extended holidays.

School Group PackagesTransborder are offering primary and secondary school students snow package deals including:

equipment hire skiing/snowboarding lessons transporation to Perisher or Thredbo.

Take advantage of generously discounted group lessons and then use the remainder of the day to ski at your own leisure.

Younger students may prefer our ‘Play in the Snow’ packages including chairlift rides, play time on the bouldering wall and swimming and waterslides in the sports hall.

Popular attractions to consider include:

Snowy Mountain Hydro Discovery Centre and Power Station: learn about

the construction and operation of Australia’s largest engineering feat.

Yarrangobilly Caves: join guided tours through the caves and natural thermal pools.

Kiandra Goldfields: explore relics of Australian pioneer history.

Thredbo Australian Institute of Sport: visit on Thredbo Alpine Ecology Day to join the

Mount Kosciuszko walk.

Eucumbene Trout Farm: throw in your hook, line and sinker with beginner’s fishing lessons.

Lake Jindabyne: make a splash with a range of water sports including canoeing, kayaking,

windsurfing, fishing and sailing.

TRAVEL TIP Many venues offer generously discounted admission fees for large travel groups. Book ahead to confirm availability.!!

LOCAL & INTERSTATE TOURS | Charter Guide 10

Local and Interstate Tours

Sydney Academy of Sport and RecreationWAKEHURST PKWY, NARRABEEN

Located on the shores of Narrabeen Lakes on the Northern Beaches of Sydney is the Sydney Academy of Sport and Recreation. Promoting healthy lifestyles and complementing learning outside of the classroom and workplace, the Academy features a range of modern amenities and fitness equipment including tracks, ovals, pool, aquatic centre and nets. For the more adventurous, bushwalking, kayaking and orienteering are also available.

School groups can take advantage of camps, including outdoor education opportunities, encouraging both peer support and independence along with sporting skills. Corporate functions and training courses are also available which feature conference halls and lecture facilities. For more information visit www.dsr.nsw.gov.au/sydneyacademy.

Looking for something a little further afield? Transborder can take you there. From small groups to multi-vehicle movements, our modern fleet of coaches will comfortably transport you to the vast array of engaging camps and activity centres on offer in New South Wales and beyond.

Jindabyne Sport and Recreation Centre THE BARRY WAY, JINDABYNE

Jindabyne Sport and Recreation Centre is nestled a short distance away from the main settlement and Lake Jindabyne. Offering specialised seasonal packages students, corporate teams and social groups can experience the unique Australian alpine environment of the Snowy Mountains.

The centre caters to a large range of outdoor and indoor recreation options with race tracks, courts, gym and golf course facilities. Visitors to the centre are encouraged to explore the surrounding natural beauty of the Snowy Mountains that allows for skiing, snowboarding, canoeing, fishing and bushwalking. Options are available for access to conference and meeting facilities as well as on-site accommodation. For more information visit www.dsr.nsw.gov.au/jindabyne.

Kianinny ResortTATHRA RD, TATHRA

Tucked away just west of Tathra town on the spectacular Sapphire Coast of New South Wales, Kianinny offers a bushland environment with comfortable accommodation and engaging activities for all walks of life. Suited to small groups through to larger functions and school camps, Kianinny is sure to provide a relaxing experience while helping your group engage with the great outdoors.

Outdoor activities are the focus at Kianinny. Archery and bushwalking through to camp cooking, raft building and team rescue style courses will help build initiative and confidence across the group. Exploration activities are also undertaken in the nearby wilderness and coastal districts of Tathra. For more information visit www.kianinny.com.au.

Domestic and International Airport TransfersCANBERRA & SYDNEY

Would you like to avoid the excessive fees of airport parking? Do you hate wasting time waiting in taxi queues? Transborder can take the hassle out of air travel with transfer services operating from Canberra to Sydney and Canberra airport. Our flat rate fare ensures there will be no surprise travel expenses.

Simply provide us with flight arrival and departure times and we will arrange transfer schedules to suit. We will pick you up and drop you off from your designated location so you can arrive on time and feeling refreshed.

LOCAL & INTERSTATE TOURS | Charter Guide

Corporate Transfers and ConferencesNeed to move your group to a conference, team building day or trade show in a timely fashion? Whether the function is nearby or further afield we can provide accommodation, event and airport transfers. Our experienced drivers will ensure all guests are transported in a time-sensitive and professional manner. We can also arrange transport to social gatherings after the main event.

Church Leadership CampsGroups can help build their relationship and leadership skills within a supportive religious environment at a number of camps in the Capital Region, New South Wales and Australia wide. There are a broad range of programmes available catering to multiple faiths.

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Travel Destinations

Junee Licorice and Chocolate Factory

Maitland Gaol

Bradman Museum

Orange Regional Gallery

Australian War Memorial

Fleet Air Arm Museum

Eden Killer Whale Museum

Hunter Valley Gardens

Taronga Western Plains Zoo

Australian Reptile ParkCarey’s Cave

Albury Botanic Garden

Cobar Regional Museum

Thredbo Alpine Resort

Perisher Alpine Resort Eden

National Zoo & Aquarium

Bathurst Goldfields

Wet’n’Wild

The Original Gold Rush Colony

Snowy Hydro Discovery Centre

Science Centre & Planetarium

Great AussieBush Camp

Luna Park

Queanbeyan

One of the greatest benefits of coach travel is that is presents you with a wide range of affordable options. And many of those just a short journey away!

Plus, you can enjoy generous discounts for large group bookings and have the flexibility to fully custom tailor your travel itinerary. Contact one of our staff to discover your travel options today.

In the meantime here are just some of the available destinations and attractions in the greater Canberra and New South Wales regions.

Junee Licorice and Chocolate Factory

Maitland Gaol

Bradman Museum

Orange Regional Gallery

Australian War Memorial

Fleet Air Arm Museum

Eden Killer Whale Museum

Hunter Valley Gardens

Taronga Western Plains Zoo

Australian Reptile ParkCarey’s Cave

Albury Botanic Garden

Cobar Regional Museum

Thredbo Alpine Resort

Perisher Alpine Resort Eden

National Zoo & Aquarium

Bathurst Goldfields

Wet’n’Wild

The Original Gold Rush Colony

Snowy Hydro Discovery Centre

Science Centre & Planetarium

Great AussieBush Camp

Luna Park

Queanbeyan

TRAVEL TIP Many venues offer generously discounted admission fees for large travel groups. Book ahead to confirm availability.!

TRAVEL DESTINATIONS | Charter Guide

TRAVEL TIP Visit www.visitnsw.com/events for a listing of festivals, shows and community

events across regional New South Wales.!

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