Sweet Caroline Sydney Escape

Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th February 2027

Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE is the uplifting true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chart busting, show-stopping American rock icon.

With 140 million albums sold, a catalogue of classics like “America,” “Forever in Blue Jeans,” and “Sweet Caroline,” an induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, and sold-out concerts around the world that made him bigger than Elvis, Neil Diamond’s story was made to shine on Broadway, where the biggest stars tell their story.

From the Australian Producers of Jersey Boys and TINA – The Tina Turner Musical, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL is an inspiring, exhilarating, energy-filled musical memoir, that tells the untold true story of how America’s greatest hitmaker became a star, set to the songs that defined his career.

Highlights:

• NOVA Cruise on Lake Macquarie

• A Beautiful Noise | The Neil Diamond Musical

• Free time in Haymarket

• Free time before the show @ the Casino precinct

Inclusions:

• Return air-conditioned coach transport

• Port Bus welcome pack + daily H2O

• Port Bus morning tea @ Buladelah

• NOVA Lunch Cruise on Lake Macquarie: 2.5 hours, BBQ lunch & dessert

• 1 x dinner @ The Great Southern Bar

• 1 x night @ The Great Southern Hotel

• 1 x hot plated breakfast

• 1 x show ticket + booking fees

Itinerary:

Day 1: Home to Sydney

Welcome aboard as we begin our journey south for a wonderful getaway! Departing Port Bus at approximately 7:15am, with final times to be confirmed, we commence our passenger pickups before settling in for a comfortable day of travel.

Our first stop will be Wade Park at Bulahdelah, arriving around 9:15am. This relaxed morning tea break is the perfect opportunity to stretch the legs, enjoy a cuppa, and catch up with fellow travellers before we continue our way.

From here, we make our way further south, following the “yellow brick road” towards beautiful Lake Macquarie. At Booragul, we join NOVA Cruises – Lake Macquarie for our 12:00pm departure. Sit back, relax, and enjoy time on the water as we take in the scenic surrounds of one of Australia’s largest coastal saltwater lakes.

After our cruise, we continue into Sydney, arriving at The Great Southern Hotel at approximately 5:00pm. Once checked in, there will be time to settle into your room and freshen up before we meet for dinner onsite at The Great Southern Bar at 6:30pm.

After dinner, the evening is yours to enjoy at leisure. Whether you choose to relax at the hotel or take a gentle stroll nearby, it is the perfect way to ease into our Sydney stay.

Day 2: Sydney to Home

Enjoy breakfast this morning before taking some time at leisure to make the most of your Sydney stay. You may like to enjoy a slower start with a sleep in, take a stroll to Darling Harbour, or wander through World Square for a little shopping and browsing.

Please ensure you are ready to reboard the coach at 10:15am, when we depart the hotel and make our way across to Pyrmont. Once we arrive, there will be further free time before our 1:00pm showtime. This is a great opportunity to explore the nearby area at your own pace. Attractions close by include The Star Casino, the Australian National Maritime Museum, and a wonderful selection of cafés and restaurants.

As our next meal stop will not be until this evening at Heatherbrae, we recommend enjoying brunch or lunch during your free time in Pyrmont.

Following the show, we aim to depart Sydney at approximately 4:00pm and begin our journey home. We plan to arrive at Heatherbrae around 6:00pm, where there will be time to purchase dinner at your own cost. From here, we continue north with a comfort stop at Taree South Service Centre before making our way back to Port Macquarie.

Our estimated arrival back into Port Macquarie is approximately 9:30pm, bringing our Sydney theatre getaway to a close with wonderful memories of our time away.

$679 pp twin | $749 pp single | $149 pp deposit

For more information or to book;

Phone 02 6583 3330

Email: admin@portbus.com.au

Website: https://www.portbus.com.au

Note:

• All tours require a minimum no to proceed

• Times and venues are subject to change

• 2 hours and 30 minutes, including a 20 minute interval. Times are approximate and subject to change at any time.

• Recommended for ages 5 and older. All persons aged 16 and under must be accompanied and sit next to the accompanying adult.

• There are some references to mental health struggles, which might not be suitable for younger children. This production uses theatrical haze.

• Cancellation Fee for theatre, concerts & sporting tours: In case of concert or sporting tours, admission tickets are purchased in advance, therefore a minimum cancellation fee equivalent to the cost of admission tickets will apply and some accommodation require prepayment and refund will be subject to their own conditions

Contact the host of Neil Diamond Musical | A Beautiful Noise