Ballarat Sovereign Hill to Grampians National Park

Naturipe Fruits - Complimentary pick-up from hotel or Melbourne Airport. On the way to Ballarat, we stop at Bacchus Marsh for fruit picking. At your own expense, purchase a 1 kg pack of strawberries or cherries, subject to seasonal availability. If unavailable, we will explore other nearby fruit farms.

Ballarat to Grampians (Halls Gap)

Highlights:

• Bacchus Marsh: Strawberry picking from October to March.
• Ballarat Lake Wendouree
• Ballarat Sovereign Hill

Guests can enjoy lunch at Sovereign Hill or explore dining options in town.

We then proceed to the Grampians for an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Grampians Motel or similar (includes free Wi-Fi, comfortable bed, ensuite bathroom, TV, microwave, and kettle).

Bacchus Marsh - A stop for morning tea with various options for food, drinks, and restroom facilities.

Sovereign Hill - Spend 3 hours gold panning and exploring the historic old town of Ballarat, followed by a visit to the Ballarat Gold Museum to learn about gold history.

Ballarat Botanical Gardens - A picturesque spot for photos of Lake Wendouree and the Ballarat Gardens.

Grampians National Park to Warrnambool near the Great Ocean Road

Grampians National Park - From Grampians to Warrnambool, stay overnight at Grampians Motel or similar. In the morning, wake up to kangaroos grazing nearby.

Via Grampians National Park

Highlights:

• Boroka Lookout
• Reeds Lookout
• McKenzie Falls
• Spot wild kangaroos

On the way to Warrnambool, we stop in Hamilton for lunch.

Then proceed to Warrnambool Motel or similar for an overnight stay (includes free Wi-Fi, comfortable bed, ensuite bathroom, TV, microwave, and kettle).

Boroka Lookout - Offers a stunning view of the Halls Gap valley and lake.

Reeds Lookout - A great spot for photography.

Great Ocean Road 12 Apostles to Melbourne

Great Ocean Road - Depart at 8 am from Warrnambool.

• Tower Hill National Park
• Logan Beach (whale sightings possible in winter)
• Bay of Islands and Bay of Martyrs
• Peterborough
• London Bridge

Port Campbell – Lunch stop, beach, and shops

• Loch Ard Gorge, Razorback, Island Archway
• See the 12 Apostles
• Helicopter flight available at your expense for $175 AUD

Gibson Steps
Gorge Chocolates
Return to Melbourne via Colac, traveling through dairy farm country. Arrive in Melbourne at approximately 6 pm.

Ibis Kingsgate Melbourne or similar motel (includes free Wi-Fi, comfortable bed, ensuite bathroom, TV, microwave, and kettle).

Bay of Islands - One of the amazing lookouts along the Great Ocean Road.

Bay of Martyrs - Another stunning lookout along the Great Ocean Road.

London Bridge - Although it has fallen, it’s a fantastic place for photos.

Port Campbell - A wonderful place to grab a bite or explore the charming town and beach.

Loch Ard Gorge - A beautiful spot to enjoy the views and beach.

Twelve Apostles - Despite only eight remaining, this is a highlight of the day. Guests may opt for a helicopter ride at their own expense for $175 AUD per person.

Gorge Chocolates - Feed a llama, buy chocolates, or enjoy a delicious chocolate coffee or beverage.

Phillip Island Penguin Parade

Phillip Island Nature Parks - Penguin Parade - Visit Maru Koala Park for lunch and the opportunity to hand-feed koalas, kangaroos, and other Australian native animals.

Tour options: Maru Koala Park allows guests to pat koalas, handle snakes, and more for only $30 AUD per animal, including a printed photo. For an additional $3 AUD, guests can purchase animal feed, with proceeds going to charity.

Visit Panny’s Chocolate for samples and purchases, Nobbies Wildlife Wonderland, and the famous Penguin Parade to see the adorable little penguins returning from the sea to their nests on Summerlands Beach.

Ibis Kingsgate Styles Motel or similar (includes free Wi-Fi, comfortable bed, ensuite bathroom, TV, microwave, and kettle).

Brighton Beach - Admire the charming beach houses on Brighton Beach and take photos.

Maru Koala and Animal Park - Home to Australian native animals, including koalas and kangaroos. Feeding is included, with proceeds going to charity.

The Nobbies - A fantastic place for a walk or to see wild wallabies.

Phillip Island Nature Parks - Penguin Parade - Witness hundreds of little penguins landing on the beaches each night. A must-see while in Melbourne.

Melbourne - Accommodation in Melbourne is included in your package.

Puffing Billy Yarra Valley Tour or Shopping Tour

Puffing Billy Railway - Enjoy a ride on Australia’s most famous and oldest steam train, traveling one way from Belgrave to Menzies Creek.

After dinner, return to your accommodation in Melbourne or Melbourne Airport.

The itinerary price is listed below. A customized Melbourne City Sightseeing tour can be arranged to suit your group’s needs.

Accommodation: Melbourne CBD Ibis Kingsgate (various choices and upgrades available) (includes free Wi-Fi and breakfast).

• Yarra Valley Chocolaterie
• Lunch at Ferguson Winery Vineyard (Western and vegetarian options) and two wineries for wine tasting, or Healesville Chinese Restaurant for those seeking something different.

Return to Melbourne city for hotel drop-off around 6 pm or back to the airport. Stay overnight at Ibis Kingsgate Style or similar (includes free Wi-Fi, comfortable bed, ensuite bathroom, TV, microwave, and kettle).

Puffing Billy Railway - A 1-hour steam train ride.

Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery - Sample locally made chocolates, a great lunch spot for guests.

Melbourne’s GPO - Shopping Centre - Guests can enjoy shopping in Melbourne before returning to their accommodation or hotel. Please specify your preferred destinations.

Rochford Wines Yarra Valley - Visit Rochford Wines and other wineries. All are excellent for photos or wine tasting (included in the tour package). Any wine purchases are at your own expense.

• English Tour guide
• 4-night accommodations
• Lunch
• Entry fees into the theme parks and government taxes
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Breakfast
• Other language tour guide or wifi

• Anything not specified in the itinerary is not included
• personal items

• we need a minimum of 4 paxs to make this tour run
• Tour starts about 8 am on the day and finish on the last day about 6pm

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.