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Southern Highlands Nature & Art Tour

A relaxed, self-drive group day of honey, art, and tulips in the heart of the Southern Highlands.

Bowral Honey Farm

5.0 (41)

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4 hours

1 to 40 (public classes), 20 to 60 (private) (private classes)

$79 (Afterpay available)

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What you'll do

Step into the charm of the Southern Highlands with this beautifully curated day designed especially for senior groups. "Bees, Art & Blooms" is a relaxed and enriching journey that combines nature, creativity, and connection — all at a gentle pace and in great company.

Begin your day with a warm welcome at Bowral Honey Farm, located on the historic grounds of Retford Park. Discover the fascinating world of bees with a guided tour through the apiary, learn how honey is harvested, and enjoy a tasting of seasonal honeys in a peaceful garden setting.

Then unwind over a leisurely lunch on the terrace, surrounded by the natural beauty of Retford Park. A fresh, seasonal menu is served in a relaxed setting, perfect for soaking in the views and good conversation.

In the afternoon, stroll across the property to Ngununggula, the Southern Highlands’ regional art gallery, also nestled within the grounds of Retford Park. Here, you’ll enjoy a guided tour of current exhibitions, housed in a beautifully restored 19th-century dairy.

To finish, your group will head into the heart of Bowral for a visit to the much-loved Tulip Time festival at Corbett Gardens — a spring celebration of colour and community set among thousands of blooming tulips.

Perfect for coach groups and club outings, this full-day tour blends authentic local experiences with warm hospitality, culture, and garden beauty — all in one unforgettable day.

Please note: This is a self-drive group experience designed for social clubs, seniors groups etc who arrive in their own bus or coach.

Tour groups must arrange their own transport to Bowral Honey Farm. From there, it’s a short walk across the grounds to Ngununggula, followed by a drive (in your coach) into Bowral for Tulip Time at Corbett Gardens. Pricing is dependent on a group size of 20.

Please note: Public dates for this class require at least 20 guests to run. In the unlikely event that we don't reach this number, we'll cancel the class; in this case we'll inform you and allow you to get a refund or reschedule, so please watch your email/SMS one day prior to the class.

What you'll get

A warm welcome and morning tea at Bowral Honey Farm, featuring loose-leaf tea served in fine bone china, plunger coffee, and homemade treats.

A guided tour and honey tasting experience at Bowral Honey Farm, located on the historic grounds of Retford Park.

A relaxed terrace lunch consisting of a selection of fresh sandwiches and a seasonal fruit platter, served with views of the gardens and ornamental lake.

A guided visit to Ngununggula, the Southern Highlands’ regional art gallery, showcasing contemporary Australian art in a stunning converted dairy.

Entry to Tulip Time at Corbett Gardens — Bowral’s beloved spring festival bursting with colour and community.

A beautifully paced day with friendly hosts, engaging stories, and time to simply enjoy the moment.

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Knowledge required

None at all — this experience is designed to be enjoyable, inclusive, and accessible for everyone. No prior knowledge of bees, art, or gardening is needed. Whether you're a curious first-timer or simply looking for a relaxed day out with friends, our friendly guides will make sure you feel comfortable and engaged throughout.

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, and all venues are wheelchair accessible. We’re happy to accommodate mobility needs — just let us know in advance.

What to bring

Bring a camera or your smartphone. It might be hot or cold! Come prepared.

Location

Bowral Honey Farm at Retford Park - 1325 Old South Road, Bowral NSW

1325 Old South Road Bowral NSW 2576. We're on the grounds of Retford Park, a National Trust property. Enter through main gates and continue until you see our signs and hives. Park in the gravelled area as directed by signage.

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More about this class

This class is new, and this teacher has 41 reviews for their other experiences - which you can see here.

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Your teacher

Bowral Honey Farm

5.0 (41)

2k likes

Bowral Honey Farm is a working honey farm (apiary) in the beautiful Southern Highlands of NSW. Around 1.5 hours from Sydney, 2x hours from Canberra and an hour from Wollongong.

We run regular tours, experiences and workshops at our lovely apiary.

Whether you want to visit our farm gate stall every weekend for free, do a tour and taste some honey, participate in a more in-depth experience, or get started in beekeeping we can help with all stages of your beekeeping journey or interest.

We regularly host corporate, and inbound tour groups.

Our head teacher, Hamish Ta-mé, started his beekeeping journey as a teenager and has been deeply engaged ever since. Alongside his years of experience, Hamish has formal qualifications in beekeeping and teaching.