Ballarat Wildlife Park & Sovereign Hill Tour

Highlights

• Step back in time and experience life in an 1850s gold-mining town
• Meet kangaroos, koalas, and wombats at Ballarat Wildlife Park
• Try your hand at panning for gold and take home any you find
• Explore the historic streets of Sovereign Hill on a horse-drawn carriage
• Enjoy a relaxing lunch by Lake Wendouree surrounded by nature

Description

Begin your day with a pickup from your chosen location in Melbourne and head to historic Ballarat. Stop at Ballarat Wildlife Park to get close to Australia’s native animals. Meet kangaroos, koalas, wombats, and other wildlife, with the opportunity to hand-feed friendly kangaroos. Next, relax beside beautiful Lake Wendouree and enjoy lunch surrounded by peaceful scenery. After lunch, enter the remarkable world of Sovereign Hill, a recreated 1850s gold-mining town filled with historic buildings, costumed characters, traditional shops, and lively streets. Roll up your sleeves and try panning for real gold in the creek. You may even discover a small piece to take home. Journey beneath the surface and discover the challenging world of early gold miners while learning about Ballarat’s fascinating mining history. Travel through the historic streets by horse-drawn carriage and experience the atmosphere of the old Gold Rush days. Visit traditional workshops, heritage shops, and historic buildings while watching demonstrations and meeting characters dressed in period costumes. After an unforgettable journey into Victoria’s Gold Rush history, relax during the comfortable drive back to your nominated Melbourne location.

Includes

Professional guide-driver Water Visit to Ballarat Wildlife Park Lunch at Lake Wendouree Entry to Sovereign Hill Gold panning experience Underground gold mine tour Horse-drawn carriage ride

Excludes

Personal Expenses

Important Information

• Tour duration is approximately 10-11 hours Departure is from Melbourne Tour is private and flexible

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund