• Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery - Located in the beautiful Yarra Valley, just an hour from Melbourne, the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery is a paradise for chocolate enthusiasts. With expansive grounds, breathtaking vineyard vistas, and a plethora of sweet delights, this family-friendly spot promises a truly indulgent experience.
• Helen & Joey Estate-Yarra Valley - Situated in the heart of Gruyere, within the esteemed Yarra Valley wine region, Helen & Joey Estate provides a personal and memorable wine experience. This boutique winery offers stunning vineyard views, award-winning wines, and warm hospitality, making it a must-visit for wine enthusiasts and travelers alike.
• Puffing Billy Railway - Puffing Billy Railway is one of Australia’s most iconic and cherished heritage steam railways. Nestled in the scenic Dandenong Ranges, just outside Melbourne, it has been enchanting visitors for over a century. Originally constructed in the early 1900s to serve local communities and transport goods, it now operates solely as a tourist attraction, preserving the allure of vintage steam travel.
• Maru Koala and Animal Park - Maru Koala and Animal Park is a family-friendly wildlife sanctuary where visitors can get close to Australia’s iconic native animals, including koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, and more. Unlike larger zoos, Maru offers an intimate, hands-on experience, making it ideal for children and animal lovers.
• The Nobbies - The Nobbies is a stunning coastal reserve offering dramatic ocean views, iconic Antarctic wildlife encounters, and one of Victoria’s most photographed landscapes. Part of the Phillip Island Nature Parks, it’s a must-see alongside the Penguin Parade.
• Phillip Island Nature Parks - Penguin Parade - The Penguin Parade is one of Australia’s most iconic wildlife experiences, providing a front-row seat to the nightly spectacle of Little Penguins (the world’s smallest penguin species) waddling ashore at sunset. This unforgettable natural event attracts over 500,000 visitors annually.

• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Entrance fees

• Meals

Begin an unforgettable day in the scenic Yarra Valley, where a tasting of premium local cheeses awaits, highlighting the area’s rich dairy tradition. Wine lovers can elevate their experience by sampling the valley’s famous cool-climate wines, expertly matched to enhance the cheeses’ unique flavors.

Next, enjoy a visit to the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie, where handcrafted chocolates and artisanal gelato are ready to delight, followed by a charming countryside lunch.

Continue the adventure at Maru Koala Park (optional) to meet kangaroos, koalas, and other native wildlife, offering perfect photo opportunities.

As the day draws to a close, prepare for a magical ending at the world-renowned Penguin Parade. Watch as hundreds of tiny wild penguins emerge from the ocean at dusk and waddle along the beach to their nests - a truly heartwarming sight that perfectly wraps up a day of culinary pleasures and wildlife experiences.

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