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Explore the best of Melbourne and its surroundings on a 5-day tour. Visit Ballarat, the Grampians, the Great Ocean Road, Phillip Island Penguin Parade and the Puffing Billy Yarra Valley

Highlights

• Ballarat Sovereign Hill
• Grampians National Park
• Great Ocean Road 12 Apostles
• Phillip Island Penguin Parade
• Puffing Billy Yarra Valley

Description

Explore the best of Melbourne and its surroundings on a 5-day tour. Visit the Grampians, the Great Ocean Road, and Phillip Island. See the 12 Apostles, the Puffing Billy, and the famous Penguin Parade. Enjoy a hassle-free trip with hotel transfers and accommodation included. Day 1: Melbourne to Grampians Get picked up from your hotel or the airport in Melbourne. Head to the Grampians and stop at Bacchus Marsh to pick strawberries from October to March. Continue to Ballarat and see Lake Wendouree and Sovereign Hill. Have lunch in Sovereign Hill or in town. Drive to the Grampians for an overnight stay. Stay in a comfortable motel with free Wi-Fi, a TV, a microwave, and a kettle. Day 2: Grampians to Warrnambool Start the day with a visit to the Grampians National Park. Stop at the Boroka Lookout, Reeds Lookout, and Mackenzie Falls. Look for wild kangaroos. Stop in Hamilton for lunch. Continue to Warrnambool and check into your motel. Stay in a comfortable motel with free Wi-Fi, a TV, a microwave, and a kettle. Day 3: Warrnambool to Melbourne Depart Warrnambool and head to Tower Hill National Park. Stop at Logan Beach to see the whales during winter. Visit the Bay of Islands and the Bay of Martyrs. See the London Bridge, Port Campbell, Loch Ard Gorge, Razorback, and Island Archway. See the 12 Apostles and take an optional helicopter flight. Stop at Gorge Chocolates. Return to Melbourne via Colac, traveling through dairy farm country. Check into your hotel in Melbourne. Stay in a comfortable motel with free Wi-Fi, a TV, a microwave, and a kettle. Day 4: Melbourne to Phillip Island Head to Maru Koala Park to have lunch and pat and feed the koalas, kangaroos, and other Australian native animals. Visit Panny's Chocolate Factory, the Nobbies Wildlife Wonderland, and the Penguin Parade. Return to Melbourne and check into your hotel. Stay in a comfortable motel with free Wi-Fi, a TV, a microwave, and a kettle. Day 5: Melbourne to Yarra Valley After breakfast, head to the Puffing Billy and ride on Australia’s most famous and oldest steam train. Travel one way from Belgrave to Menzies Creek. Head to the Yarra Valley and visit the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie. Have lunch at Ferguson Winery Vineyard and visit 2 wineries for wine tasting. Return to Melbourne and get dropped off at your hotel.

Includes

Courtesy airport transfer Accommodation with free wifi and breakfast Tours 2 x lunches Entry fees Wifi on most tours

Important Information

• Wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking. Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun. Be prepared for varying weather conditions, bring warm clothing. Camera is recommended for capturing scenic views. Helicopter flight at the 12 Apostles is an additional cost. Accommodation is based on twin/triple/quad share; single supplements may apply. Check the local COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund