Wherever your heart lies, we work alongside you to enhance your passions and create immersive and authentic experiences worldwide.
If you want to be in the heart of the action, with the perfect blend of free time and “must do” events, then the Ultimate Elvis Experience is for you!
Step outside your door and the festival is happening before your eyes and all around you! Included in your stay are some key performances and extraordinary Elvis events. You will also have plenty of free time to explore the Parkes Elvis Festival your way. Get to know your fellow travellers with our Welcome Dinner on the first night, take in “The Dish”, and enjoy the exquisite Blue Mountains as part of your package.
You will love every minute of the Parkes Elvis Festival, and we can’t wait to see it with you!
08 – 12 Jan 2025
08 JANUARY
Make your way to the gorgeous town of Parkes in NSW.
Meet your fellow travellers at Reception of the Lunar Parkes Cabins.
This evening, meet your fellow Elvis Presley fans & travelling companions at our Welcome Dinner.
09 JANUARY
Full day of Elvis-related activities, competitions and fun! This day is yours to enjoy and explore the Parkes Elvis Festival at your leisure.
You could take a day trip out to the neighbouring town of Forbes, which also gets into the Elvis action!
Evening: Miss Priscilla Dinner and Show
10 JANUARY
The day is yours to enjoy and explore the Parkes Elvis Festival. Enjoy the abundance of market stalls selling 1950’s memorabilia and Elvis merchandise.
Or perhaps take part in the Elvis Poetry Competition!
Elvis Tribute International Artist Feature Concert – included
11 JANUARY
Full day of Elvis-related activities to choose from. Why not support the local Elvis Tribute Artists performing at the surrounding pubs and cafés? Or perhaps support the young Elvis buskers performing around town?
Evening: UETA Heats – included
The UETA Heat is the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist competition; the winner goes to perform live at Graceland!
12 JANUARY
We bid farewell to the Parkes Elvis Festival for another year, as we head to the Parkes Observatory, also known as “The Dish” and spend a little time getting to know the significance of this site to the 1969 Moon Landing.
Onwards towards the Blue Mountains, and we end the tour with an overnight in a lovely Blue Mountains Hotel, to relax before heading back to Sydney.
Cost
Cost per person, twin share$3,095 per person
Single Supplement $850
INCLUDES
• 4 nights accommodation at the Lunar Parkes Cabins in Parkes
• Welcome Dinner with our small group
• Ticket to Elvis Feature Artist concert (A Reserve)
• Miss Priscilla Dinner & Show
• UETA Finals Shows
• Day trip to “The Dish”
• Elvis calendar
• Unlimited shuttle to neighbouring towns
• Parkes Elvis Festival Showbag
• 1 night in the Blue Mountains at the Hydro Majestic Hotel
• Breakfast in the Blue Mountains
• Transfer to Sydney Airport
Bookings, Terms & Conditions
Contact: jaqui@touchdowntours.com.au or call (03) 9482 5215
Wherever your heart lies, we work alongside you to enhance your passions and create immersive and authentic experiences worldwide.
THE ULTIMATE ELVIS EXPERIENCE – PARKES NSW JAN 2025
If you want to be in the heart of the action, with the perfect blend of free time and “must do” events, then the Ultimate Elvis Experience is for you!
Step outside your door and the festival is happening before your eyes and all around you! Included in your stay are some key performances and extraordinary Elvis events. You will also have plenty of free time to explore the Parkes Elvis Festival your way. Get to know your fellow travellers with our Welcome Dinner on the first night, take in “The Dish”, and enjoy the exquisite Blue Mountains as part of your package.
You will love every minute of the Parkes Elvis Festival, and we can’t wait to see it with you!
08 – 12 Jan 2025
08 JANUARY
Make your way to the gorgeous town of Parkes in NSW.
Meet your fellow travellers at Reception of the Lunar Parkes Cabins.
This evening, meet your fellow Elvis Presley fans & travelling companions at our Welcome Dinner.
09 JANUARY
Full day of Elvis-related activities, competitions and fun! This day is yours to enjoy and explore the Parkes Elvis Festival at your leisure.
You could take a day trip out to the neighbouring town of Forbes, which also gets into the Elvis action!
Evening: Miss Priscilla Dinner and Show
10 JANUARY
The day is yours to enjoy and explore the Parkes Elvis Festival. Enjoy the abundance of market stalls selling 1950’s memorabilia and Elvis merchandise.
Or perhaps take part in the Elvis Poetry Competition!
Elvis Tribute International Artist Feature Concert – included
11 JANUARY
Full day of Elvis-related activities to choose from. Why not support the local Elvis Tribute Artists performing at the surrounding pubs and cafés? Or perhaps support the young Elvis buskers performing around town?
Evening: UETA Heats – included
The UETA Heat is the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist competition; the winner goes to perform live at Graceland!
12 JANUARY
We bid farewell to the Parkes Elvis Festival for another year, as we head to the Parkes Observatory, also known as “The Dish” and spend a little time getting to know the significance of this site to the 1969 Moon Landing.
Onwards towards the Blue Mountains, and we end the tour with an overnight in a lovely Blue Mountains Hotel, to relax before heading back to Sydney.
Cost
Cost per person, twin share$3,095 per person
Single Supplement $850
INCLUDES
• 4 nights accommodation at the Lunar Parkes Cabins in Parkes
• Welcome Dinner with our small group
• Ticket to Elvis Feature Artist concert (A Reserve)
• Miss Priscilla Dinner & Show
• UETA Finals Shows
• Day trip to “The Dish”
• Elvis calendar
• Unlimited shuttle to neighbouring towns
• Parkes Elvis Festival Showbag
• 1 night in the Blue Mountains at the Hydro Majestic Hotel
• Breakfast in the Blue Mountains
• Transfer to Sydney Airport
Bookings, Terms & Conditions
Contact: jaqui@touchdowntours.com.au or call (03) 9482 5215
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is this only for mad Elvis fans?
No! Anyone who likes, loves, or adores Elvis and just wants to have fun is welcome to join us. This tour is open to anyone who wants to immerse themselves in Elvis Presley’s hip-swivelling, rock singing and ballad belting era. Watch some of the world’s best Elvis impersonators – and you’ll have access to all of them; from the young, leather-clad Elvis, to the jumpsuit-and-glitter-clad Elvis!
Are flights and meals included?
Yes! Flights from Melbourne through to Parkes and back are included with Regional Express. Also included is a 2 course-dinner in the Blue Mountains, lunch at a local vineyard in the township of Orange, and a special celebratory dinner on The King’s birthday at a local rock ‘n roll themed restaurant.
What style of accommodation is used?
We will be staying in the town of Peak Hill in a beautiful little 3* motel with loads of character! On our last night in the Blue Mountains, we will splurge at the Jenolan Caves Heritage House to top off our amazing experience.
What special inclusions are value added?
Daily shuttle transfers to/from the Elvis Parkes Festival
Tickets to 2 Elvis events
Dinner on Elvis’ birthday, 8th January
Visit to Parkes Observatory – also known as “The Dish”
Entry into Jenolan Caves in the Blue Mountains and a private guided tour
Farewell dinner at Jenolan Heritage House
What if COVID-19 rears its ugly head?
The effects of COVID-19 are a moving landscape and, as such, are unpredictable. Should travel restrictions be introduced just prior to or during our travels, Touchdown Tours are working closely with all our suppliers to ensure that you will either receive a credit or a refund. Please note, Touchdown Tours is simply the tour organiser and not the supplier of any services.
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