Melbourne’s Coast & Countryside

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Cosmopolitan Melbourne, capital of Australia’s State of Victoria, abounds with Victorian architecture, colorful gardens, rich museums, and eclectic restaurants. Tour the best of the city, including the famous Fitzroy Gardens and historic Shrine of Remembrance, then discover the enchanting beauty that surrounds. Explore the Yarra Valley vineyards, sampling win...
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Learn about Australia’s unique fauna at Healesville Wildlife Sanctuary
    • Savor wine tasting in the Yarra Valley
    • View the wondrous Great Ocean Road by air
    • Observe koalas in the wild, as well as at the Healesville Wildlife Sanctuary

What's this trip about?

    Cosmopolitan Melbourne, capital of Australia’s State of Victoria, abounds with Victorian architecture, colorful gardens, rich museums, and eclectic restaurants. Tour the best of the city, including the famous Fitzroy Gardens and historic Shrine of Remembrance, then discover the enchanting beauty that surrounds. Explore the Yarra Valley vineyards, sampling wines at a variety of vineyards and at a private behind-the-scenes barrel tasting. Travel the cliff-hugging Great Ocean Road, overlooking roaring seas, tranquil coves, and secluded beaches. Thrill to a scenic flight above the rugged Shipwreck Coast to view the awe-inspiring 12 Apostles limestone pillars. Observe koalas in the wild, as well as at the Healesville Wildlife Sanctuary, and delight in an intimate encounter with the captivating platypus.

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Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeOperator does not provide
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityMelbourne
End CityMelbourne

Travel Themes

  • Culinary & Wine
  • Cultural
  • Education / Learning
  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

  • Australia

Attractions

  • Melbourne

Activities

  • Culture
  • Educational/ learning
  • Historic sightseeing
  • Nature
  • Surfing
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Wine Tasting

Trip includes

    • Accommodations as indicated in the itinerary
    • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
    • All transfers and sightseeing provided in a private deluxe vehicle when possible
    • Local English-speaking guide for sightseeing
    • Entrance fees per final scheduled itinerary
    • Airport porterage, where available (2 bags per person)
    • Emergency evacuation insurance and assistance plan

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Melbourne, Australia

Accommodation: Award-winning hotel Langham Hotel Melbourne

You are met upon arrival and escorted to your hotel, ideally located in the city center. This is Australia’s garden city, the capital of the state of Victoria, and a cosmopolitan center replete with Vic...

Day 2: The Yarra Valley

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation:  Award-winning hotel Langham Hotel Melbourne

Enjoy a full day of sightseeing through the countryside just beyond Melbourne today. Begin with a short drive to one of Australia’s leading wine-making areas, the Yarra V...

Day 3: The Great Ocean Road

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Award-winning hotel Langham Hotel Melbourne

Today, explore the cliff-hugging Great Ocean Road, overlooking roaring seas, tranquil coves, and secluded beaches. A relaxing drive one and-a-half hours outside the city b...

Day 4: Depart For Home

Meals: Breakfast

Today, spend time at leisure before you are transferred to the airport for your flight home or onto your next destination.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,295
Price per day$824
Last Updated: 8/2/2018

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Dec 2019

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The wildlife viewing was incredible!

The wildlife viewing was incredible! We were able to take superb photos and the knowledge guides were enjoyable. We were impressed with our accommodations and especi...

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Dec 2019

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The trip exceeding all my expectations

The trip exceeding all my expectations. My travel companions, guides and local support were all great people, and soon like long time friends. The World Expeditions ...

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Air transportation
    • Airport taxes
    • Passport and visa expenses
    • Laundry, alcohol, and all items of a personal nature
    • Expenses of guides, buses or cars for sightseeing not included in the itinerary
    • Excessive baggage charges
    • Health, accident, baggage, and trip cancellation insurance
    • Gratuity for any personal services
    • Gratuity to the Travel Director

Accommodation

,Langham Hotel Melbourne, Melbourne The luxurious Langham Hotel has a commanding position along the renowned Southbank Promenade overlooking the tranquil Yarra River. It is surrounded by al fresco cafés, restaurants and boutiques, and close to the National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square, the Arts Centre and Crown Casino. Hotel features and services include a health club, fitness facilities, full-service spa, sauna, indoor swimming pool, beauty salon, boutique, laundry services and a business center. There is also a fine dining restaurant, coffee shop, bar and lounge. All 387 rooms have classic-style wood furnishings, floral-patterned thick drapes, and Australian artwork. Room amenities include cable TV, high speed Internet access, a minibar, coffee/tea maker, and an in-room safe. The large marble bathrooms have crystal-prism light fixtures, two large mirrors, bathtubs, and separate, glass-enclosed showers, as well as bathrobes and slippers. Separate from the bathroom are handy, marble-topped vanity areas with mirrors. Park Hyatt Melbourne, Melbourne Overlooking St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Fitzroy Gardens and the cosmopolitan mix of Victorian and modern architecture, Park Hyatt Melbourne offers exclusive, luxury accommodation in the heart of the city. Our beautifully appointed luxury hotel centrally located in Melbourne’s CBD provides a warm ambience and exceptional levels of personalised service and luxurious amenities. Renowned for having the largest 240 guestrooms & suites in Melbourne with walk in robes, Italian marble bathrooms and open windows, our hotel provides an unparalleled experience of elegant, contemporary luxury. Guests are invited to enjoy the award-winning ‘radii’ restaurant & bar, the decadent Lounge and Melbourne’s favourite day spa featuring an indoor aquamarine pool, spa, sauna, gym and private sun deck. You will never run out of things to do, as our hotel is conveniently located near the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), home of the Australian Football League (AFL) and test cricket. It is also within walking distance to the Melbourne Museum, the best boutique shopping, cafes, restaurants and theatre districts in Melbourne’s CBD. Melbourne Airport is conveniently located only 25km away. The Lyall Hotel and Spa, Melbourne The Lyall Hotel and Spa is Melbourne's only privately owned and operated 5-star hotel offering grand hotel services and facilities on an intimate and personal scale. With 40 suites of contemporary oriental design, the welcoming ambience attracts guests who appreciate personal recognition and attention to their individual needs. Bistro Lyall provides an elegant yet relaxed setting to dine. Enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner inside or al fresco on the terrace. The menu offers contemporary, seasonal cuisine that captures the essence of Melbourne's multicultural influences. Lifestyle features include a mini art gallery on each floor featuring the original art of local French artist Thierry B and lounge with open fireplace.
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Meals Included

3 Breakfast, 2 Lunch

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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