Tropical Escape
A HOLIDAY EXPERIENCE LIKE NO OTHER
TOWNSVILLE-GURAMBILBARRA, 25 JULY – 2 AUGUST
The Australian Festival of Chamber Music is a unique 9-day event that entertains and inspires with a wonderful program of concerts, stunning line-up of international and Australian musicians and a warm and friendly atmosphere.
Create your own holiday by selecting your preferred concerts and accommodation from the a-la-carte menu below. Stay for a weekend or a whole week! Select any 5+ concerts and save 10%. For all ticket package options, click here.
Or let us do the work for you with a Festival holiday package. There are three to choose from and they each include 3 nights’ accommodation and 3 Festival concerts, with discounted prices and preferred seating.
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About the Music
Choose from over 30 concerts including the hugely popular morning conversations, one-hour sunset concerts, full-length evening concerts, the stimulating AFCM Illuminates series, free masterclasses and more. See the full Festival program here
Indulge in three special events at AFCM this year including two magical island concerts, one to Orpheus-Goolboddi Island and one overlooking beautiful Alma Bay on Magnetic Island-Yunbenun. The third special event is the AFCM Long Table Lunch, a perfect way to commence your holiday in North Queensland and meet other music lovers.
You can also soak up the atmosphere in the Festival Garden between concerts and enjoy a range of free performances, outdoor dining and a friendly social setting.
About Townsville-Gurambilbarra
Townsville-Gurambilbarra is the capital of North Queensland located on the coast, boasting over 320 sunny days each year. It is the perfect winter destination with endless blue skies, sunshine and average daily temperatures of 24 degrees!
Stroll the seaside esplanade known as The Strand, head up Castle Hill for panoramic views or take an easy 20-minute ferry to Magnetic Island-Yunbenun with its stunning bays and walks. The city also has a bustling cafe scene with wonderful restaurants and bars in close proximity to the beach and the CBD.
Discover the beaches, the rainforest and the tropical islands – all at your doorstep. Take the time to explore the region with a short drive inland to Charters Towers and visit theTexas Longhorn Farm, or head north to Mission Beach and the spectacular Paronella Park. There is so much to see and do. Find out more about the region including things to do and places to stay here.
