Children aged between 6 to 17 years old, must be accompanied by an adult or legal guardian at all times.

TOUR CODE:  GG2-S — Standard Motel Accommodation (Double/Twin Room/family room or apartment)

OPERATES: daily or on Request 

TOUR DURATION –5 Days / 4 Nights

MAIN PICKUP LOCATION & TIME: 8 am either from the Melbourne airport or place you are staying at in Melbourne 

HIGHLIGHTS and whats included: 

• A brilliant 4 nights escape to 5 of Victoria’s most popular regional getaways
• Travel along the famous National Heritage Listed Great Ocean Road coastlines
• Visit the pristine surf beaches & quaint seaside townships overlooking the Southern Ocean
• Photo opportunity underneath the Great Ocean Road Memorial Archway
• Be blown away by the 12 Apostles rock formations & rugged shipwreck cove of Loch Ard Gorge
• See an abundance of native wildlife, flora and fauna
• Explore the Grampians National Park, bush hikes and wilderness walking trails
• Discover the panoramic beauty of Reeds, Boroka and lookouts
• See the spectacular views of Mackenzie Falls
• entry fees included
• accommodation and airport tranfers included 
• 4 breakfast, 1 morning tea and 1 lunch included 
• Wifi in hotels 

ITINERARY

Experience stunning scenery on this 5-day journey through a diverse range of natural wonders. From the wild shipwreck coastline of Loch Ard Gorge, to limestone cliffs at the Twelve Apostles. Or ancient mountain views in Grampians National Park, in search of wildlife, waterfalls and that Australian bush landscape rich in indigenous culture, then on this journey will go to the ballarat gold mining town, see penguins, kangaroos, koalas and other Australian native animals also you will have a choice to check out the wineries the fruit farms or spend  your last day shopping in Melbourne CBD then we take you back to the airport or your hotel. 

Day 1: 8 am pick up unless Melbourne – Halls Gap

Pick up from your palace of Stay in Melbourne or Melbourne Airport

• Bacchus marsh strawberry fruit picking (own expense) 12 aud on average price. 
• Morningtea at Bacchus marsh cafe 
• Ballarat Soveriegn hill 
• Lake wendouree and Ballarat Botanical gardens 
• explore the city of Ballarat

Overnight At Grampians Halls gap wake up with the Kangaroos feeding near by 

we stay at Grampians Motel or Similar,  free wifi and family rooms. Breakfast included. 

Day 2:  8 am Halls Gap Grampians – Warnaambool

On the second day wake up to amazing views and kangaroos of the Grampians National Park, an area rich in Aboriginal culture and set in a beautiful and rugged landscape.  The Grampians bushland is surrounded by an abundance of Australian flora and fauna and the hiking trails and waterfalls will surely leave a lasting impression! After  exploring the mountain ranges, we make our way to Warnaambool via Tower  Hil extinct volcano believe to be about 200 million years old. 

Overnight Comfort Inn or similar the hotel is walking distance to local shops

Breakfast included 

DAY 3: Pick up 8 am 

• Warnaambool township
• breakfast at cafe near lady bay cove near the water. 
• allensford cheese shop for tasting
• bay of islands and bay of Matyrs 
• London Bridge 
• Port Campbell great place to rest
• Loch ard gorge 
• 12 apostles 
• gorge chocolates while here can feed alpacas
• colac for a break. 
• 2 nights at Melbourne accommodation we stay at Melbourne Ibis kingsgate, but places may change if so we will find somewhere similar at no extra expense to you. 
• Includes Breakfast

Day 4: Pick up 10 am  from April to October 11 am from October to April. Brighton Beach to Phillip Island Penguin parade. 

• Brighton Beach Bathhouses 
• Maru Koala park 
• Lunch break at San remo fish and chips or you can choose other places. 
• Pannies chocolate factory great place to try chocolates. 
• cape woolamai beach Phillip Island
• Cowes township 
• Nobbbies viewing 
• Penguin parade 

back to Melbourne ibis kingsgate accommodation 

Day 5: Pick up from Hotel 9 am

Puffing Billy to the winery or shopping tour 

Includes Breakfast

• Puffing billy train ride from Belgrave to lakeside. 
• Raynors Fruit farm including fruit tractor tour and you keep up to the 1 kg of fruit you have pick. 
• During christmas time there is lots of places with fruit picking we can go here as many cherry/berry farms open. 
• Wineries 2 to 3 choices 
• Yarra Valley chocolatier 
• Back to Melbourne or take you to the airport

Or Puffing billy then back to Shopping tour 

explore the day shopping at Queen Victoria Markets, chadstone shopping centre or many others around the city of Melbourne just let the driver know where you want to go. 

Then back to the melbourne accommodation you have choosen or back to melbourne airport

we provide free airport shuttle service as part of this package but we strongly recommend clients  who have morning flights that depart Melbourne say 7 am that means you have to get up 330am depart city at 4am   please book a hotel for you next to the airport the night before as most hotels have free shuttle service as part of their package also you may get stuck in morning traffic so being next to the airport is a win win for all also a bit of sleep in as well. 

INCLUSIONS

• Overnight escape to/from Melbourne return
• 4 Nights’ private motel accommodation – with ensuite facilities 
• Includes 1 x lunch, 4x Breakfast and 1 morning tea. 
• All National Park Entrance Fees
• entry fees
• Airport Shuttle services to and frome the airport 
• Bottle of water provided everyday
• Guided bush walks included (~2km total) if you wish.
• Experienced driver guide
• Air-conditioned small group travel
• Comprehensive tour commentary
• Select inner city pick up and drop off points
• Private tours/family or group tours 
• can making a booking via our website of up to 50 percent then pay cash to our driver when you arrive in Melbourne receipt can be given or any enquires just ask us. 
• Also you can book via us instead of our booking system if you need more information. 
• Tour maybe done in other directions clients will be advice if this is in the case. 

EXCLUSIONS

• Any meals not indicated
• Travel insurance recommended
• Personal expenses

WHAT TO BRING

1 Litre water bottle but we will be providing bottle water for the tour, 15kg soft luggage or small overnight bag, any medications you usually take, please ensure you pack appropriately, all weather conditions, warm jacket, thermals (advisable for the colder months), comfortable walking shoes with tread, hat, sunscreen & sunglasses, swimmers, towel & toiletries, camp torch/headlamp, camera.

CHILD POLICY

This fare price is a (Per Person) suitable for Adults or Children in a Double/Twin Share Room. Accepts children 0 to 17 years old and must be accompanied by an adult or legal guardian.   Accommodation upgrades are subject to availability and on request only.

WEATHER

In the event of rain or inclement weather, your experience will still go ahead, unless contacted by the provider.

THINGS TO KNOW:

• A similar alternative will be provided should our normal scheduled stops be closed for any reason.
• Limited storage space on our buses, acceptable baggage 1 x 15-20kg bag and 1 small day pack.
• Please notify the provider of any dietary or religionous food requirements, medical conditions and your travelling contact number at the time of booking.
• Also please send us your flight details 
• also if you have groups of more then a 11 people let us know as the more? 
• If you are coming to Melbourne a day early let us know so we can work out arrangements with you. Or if you are staying  on let us know as we might have arrangement with the accommodation and put you in that place for the last 2 days of your tour. 
• Tour needs minimum of 4 people or more if numbers not meet we will let you know and make arrangements via putting you on day tours or using our co share partners. 
• Private/group and family tours can be arrnage contact us nikki@melbourneaustraliatours.com.au