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Day 1. Arrive Melbourne “D Welcome to Victoria and it’s vibrant, capital city of Melbourne. We'll meet our fellow travellers at the hotel at 2.30pm for a short briefing about what we can expect over the next 13 days. He Come prepared with your walking shoes on, as we begin our Victorian adventure with a walking tour of the historic laneways and decadent arcades of Melbourne. Later, we get to know our new travelling companions at a group welcome dinner. Day 2. Melbourne - Daylesford - Ballarat Leaving Melbourne behind us this morning, we head towards the delightful country town of Daylesford, nestled at the foothills of the Great Dividing Ranges. Here, we'll have the opportunity to enjoy a wine tasting before free time for lunch. On our way to Ballarat, we'll stop briefly at the Black Hill Lookout for some panoramic views. Upon our arrival, we enjoy an orientation tour of Ballarat by coach before visiting the Eureka Centre. Located at the Eureka Stockade Memorial Park, the Eureka Centre explores the social history of the region and the cultural impact of the gold rush, including the stories of the men and women who risked their lives to fight for the rights of miners. Day 3. Sovereign Hill Excursion Spend today immersed in Australia’s rich gold rush history at Sovereign Hill, an open- air museum depicting life in Ballarat in the 1850's, when gold was first discovered in the area. The park comprises of over sixty historic buildings laid out along dusty streets, and each is filled with antiques, artwork, books, historic machinery, plus transport and carriages. A huge drawcard is the costumed staff and volunteers who help make the museum come alive. Gold digging is at the centre of the complex and visitors have the opportunity to pan for their own gold. Day 4. Ballarat - Bendigo - Echuca Take a historic tram tour of Bendigo, learning about its interesting history and seeing the charming landmarks and monuments along the way. Afterwards we have some free time for lunch and to explore Bendigo at our own pace. In the afternoon we'll visit the Golden Dragon Museum, the Chinese cultural centre of Australia and particularly, a wonderful living history of the Chinese people of the Bendigo region, dating from the gold rush era to the present day. Take a wander through the museum, the classical Chinese gardens and Kuan Yin Temple. Then sit back, relax, and watch the pretty scenery pass by as we make our way to Echuca, where we check in to our hotel and enjoy dinner together. Day 5. Echuca The historical wharf and port of Echuca are recognised as one of Australia’s finest. heritage icons and this morning we have the opportunity to uncover its history at the Port of Echuca Discovery Centre. Take to the water during a lunch cruise on a historic paddle steamer, soaking up the peaceful river atmosphere as the grassy banks of the Murray River glide past us. Later, the afternoon is at leisure. Day 6. Echuca - Swan Hill “B This morning we're in for a treat as we head for the World-Heritage listed Barmah National Park, home to the world’s largest river red gum forest. These amazing trees are often “B “~B “BD “BL over 500 years old and can grow up to 45, metres tall. Here, we continue our exploration of the Murray River and the Barmah Wetlands with an eco-guide aboard the MV Kingfisher, getting the chance to spot many of the bird species and mammals that call the area home. On our way to Swan Hill we pay a visit to Lake Boga. After some lunch we visit the Flying Boat Museum on the shores of Lake Boga, home of the Catalina Flying Boat. Later, we arrive at Swan Hill and have some time at leisure before a special night time experience, Heartbeat of the Murray laser light show. Day 7. Swan Hill - Halls Gap “BL he Enjoy a day of fun and adventure as we follow the Silo Art Trail from Swan Hill to Halls Gap, viewing the amazingly decorated wheat silos. Stretching over 200 kilometres, the Silo Art Trail is Australia’s largest outdoor gallery. The innovative art venture has encouraged renowned street artists from Australia and all over the world to decorate the huge wheat silos into giant works of art and really are something special to see! Our tour takes us through Sea Lake, Lascelles, Rosebery, Brim, alunch stop in Warracknabeal, Sheep Hills and Rupanyup. In the late afternoon we arrive at a local vineyard for some wine tasting and platters before arriving in Halls Gap. Day 8. Halls Gap @ BL Our day is filled with scenic natural beauty as we explore the Grampians National Park, starting with the spectacular Boraka Lookout. Take a deep breath of the crisp, clean air here and feel yourself unwind as the peace and tranquillity of the area flows around us. We also visit the famous Balconies Lookout and the Reed Lookout before we walk to the Mackenzie Falls lookout for a stunning view of the Falls. After lunch at a local restaurant, the remainder of our day is at leisure to take some time to relax or to further explore Halls Gap. Day 9. Halls Gap - Warrnambool ™~BD En route to Warrnambool we stop in Dunkeld where we visit the Arboretum, then in Hamilton to visit the Art Gallery and the Sir Reginald Ansett Transport Museum. We continue on to Port Fairy, where we enjoy a historic walking tour of the town. Next we will learn about the important work of the Middle Island Project. Here, we'll meet the Maremma dogs which are used to protect the colony of little penguins that call the island home. Finally, when the evening strikes, we'll sit back and relax while taking in the Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village Sound and Light Show. Day 10. Warrnambool Time to let loose our inner beach bum today as we spend the day discovering the extraordinary Great Ocean Road. Just outside of Warrnambool, we visit Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve for a nature walk. Sitting in a large volcanic crater, Tower Hill is one of Victoria’s most fascinating geological formations. Our other stops today include the lovely coastal town of Port Campbell, the 12 Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and London Bridge. te Savour dinner at the famous Pippies by the Bay restaurant, known for its exquisite food and views of the ocean. Day 11. Warrnambool - Lorne Today we head to Lorne, one of the most famous towns of the region. Along the way we'll visit Timboon, a foodie’s paradise, to taste local artisanal products. We also experience the amazing canopy walkway at the Otway Fly Treetop Adventures, walking BD ¥B amongst the treetops for a bird's eye view of the rainforest. Later, we stop at Apollo Bay, known to locals simply as ‘paradise by the sea’, and Kennett River, with its long stretches of pristine beach before arriving at Lorne. Day 12.Lorne-Torquay-Melbourne BLD Excitement this morning as we get to visit world famous Bells Beach and the local town of Torquay. Unfortunately, we won't have time to catch a wave, but this beach is world renowned for being one of Australia’s best surf beaches. We also stop at the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie for a tasting (and some shopping, of course!). We Board the Q Train at Drysdale Railway Station, venturing across the Bellarine Peninsula to Queenscliff. Onboard, we can relax and watch the scenery go by as we enjoy a delicious lunch. Upon our arrival at Queenscliff, we make our way to our final stop in Melbourne and enjoy a group farewell dinner, a great way to reflect on our time in delightful western Victoria. Day 13. Depart Melbourne Our tour concludes after breakfast this morning. We bid farewell to our new friends and to the stunning Victoria. “B @ Level of fitness: This symbol indicates 2+ hours of walking, often across uneven ground and in areas of high altitude or heat and humidity. Inclusions Q Small Groups Our maximum group size is 20 Touring {5 « All touring in air-conditioned vehicles + National Park fees and admissions where required eB Transportation * Boat, coach, train, tram & paddle steamer Accommodation * 12 nights in 3-4 star hotels & motels Meals 12 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 5 dinners, including group welcome and farewell dinners x Tour Guides + Escorted by a Bunnik Tours representative + English-speaking driver guide Departures for 2022/23 Mar > Mar 2022 Sep > Nov 2022 Mar > Apr 2023 For up-to-date pricing and departures see our website here. Single supplement: From $1,595 All prices are per person, twin share. For full terms and conditions please visit bunniktours.com.au/ terms-and-conditions. bunniktours.com.au 25
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