Crisp morning air, award-winning wines, and zero rush. Join us for a 4-night women-only retreat in Stanthorpe where the itinerary is beautifully balanced. Wake up to scenic morning walks through spectacular granite landscapes, followed by leisurely wine-tastings, and unhurried afternoons. It’s the ultimate slow-travel
Granite Belt
4 nights | Dates:: 21 -25 February, 2027
From 2,800.00 all inclusive per person, twin share
This all-inclusive, small-group journey for women celebrates crisp seasonal beauty, boutique craftsmanship, and the art of slowing down. Together, we’ll trace a path through dramatic granite boulders, historic high-country townships, and award-winning boutique vineyards . Every moment, from the misty national park trails to unwinding with a chilled glass of local Verdelho is intentionally paced to leave plenty of room for deep connection, quiet reflection, and the joy of shared discovery . 🥾 Moderate to High Fitness: The Pyramid Track The Experience: This is a physically demanding hike with a thrilling finish. The Terrain: It begins with a steady uphill walk on standard dirt tracks and stone steps. The final 300 meters is a steep, exposed scramble up a massive, smooth granite rock face. What’s Needed: Good cardio endurance, strong calf muscles, and excellent grip on your shoes. It is not recommended for anyone with knee issues or a severe fear of heights , as there are no handrails or ropes on the steep rock section. 🥾 Moderate Fitness: Castle Rock The Experience: A longer but much more gradual, classic bushwalk. The Terrain: A steady, winding incline through eucalyptus forest. The path is well-formed with stone steps, ending in a short, fun scramble through a rocky crevice to reach the summit. What’s Needed: Decent walking stamina to handle a 5.2km distance, but it lacks the steep, exposed drops of The Pyramid, making it much more approachable for regular walkers. 🥾 Low Fitness (All Abilities): Granite Arch, Quart Pot Creek & Town Walks The Experience: Purely social, conve
🧺 Day 1 (Sunday): Arrival & The Grazing Board Essentials On the Drive In: We'll make a couple of easy roadside stops before checking into our accommodation for the four nights. First stop will be a welcome to Stanthorpe tasting at Heritage Estate Wines . Housed in a grand, elegant, and historic timber building, we'll enjoy a premium tasting of their award-winning cold-climate wines to toast the official start of this girls' trip. Next we'll pull into Ashbern Farms to pick a tray of fresh summer strawberries, then pop across to Stanthorpe Cheese to sample artisanal cheeses. Our final stop will be at Sutton's Juice Factory to pick up one of their famous apple pies. Evening: We'll unpack, pour some wine, assemble a fabulous grazing board with our fresh produce, and enjoy a relaxed first dinner together, finishing with Sutton's Apple Pie. 🥾 Day 2 (Monday): Boulders, Granite Views & Pampering In the Morning: We'll pack a backpack with some lunch supplies and head south to Girraween National Park . We'll take on The Pyramid Track to scramble up the bare granite rock face and see the iconic Balancing Rock. We'll find a shaded spot by the creek at the base afterwards to enjoy our picnic lu