Melbourne Tour Package

Highlight

Get to see the famous Great Ocean Road, Phillip Island Penguins and its other Australian native animals and the oldest Australian Steam the Puffing Billy with Dandenong Rangers and winery options. 

Day 1:

Beaches of Great ocean road

The list of Surf Beaches in the vicinity of The Great Ocean Road is indeed endless. After an invigorating cup of morning tea at one of these sun kissed sandy stretches, get set to explore the other bounties of the tour. 

Memorial Arch (Eastern View)

Indulge in spontaneous photo shoots with the historic Memorial Arch as the backdrop. Dedicated to 3000 men attributed to the cause of
making the Great Ocean Road, this venue makes you take relaxed strolls through some of the most beautiful beaches on the island-continent.

Kennett River

If wildlife is your scene, then look forward to hanging out with cute looking koalas in the coastal precincts of Kennett River. With plenty
of opportunities galore for bird watching, trekking and indulging your senses in the wilderness of the region, this stop is best visited for the famous
kookaburra. And yes, there are plenty of colourful parrots, lorikeets and other native birds vying for your attention too!

Apollo Bay

Its lunch time! Rest yourself and savour the tastes of the menu options available at Illuka Restaurant in Apollo Bay– grilled fish/ roast
chicken/ burgers accompanied by chips and salad; Souvlaki wrapped traditional Greek lamb frilled with lettuce, onions and tomatoes; a monster salad meal or simply go-as –you-wish. Drinks and food are available as part of the package! 

Vegetarian, western, chinese and Halal food options are available. After a hearty meal we explore some of the beautiful attractions of this famous town of the great ocean road.

Otway’s Rainforest (Mait’s Rest)

Here, a guided bush-walk presents the lesser known attractions of this ancient temperate rainforest. Feel like dwarf as you pose against some of the tallest trees on the planet; say “wow” to the scenery with the Otway Ranges set amidst giant ferns and rare plant life;  or simply get stunned by the views of the beautiful Cape Otway beyond.  

12 Apostles

Get ready to witness and be enthralled by the rugged splendour of the highlight of your day’s trip—the 12 Apostles. These magnificent rocks
rise majestically on Victoria’s dramatic coastline and dominate the Southern Ocean with their beautiful limestone forms. You may choose to fly over the Twelve Apostles (time and weather permitting) too –all it costs is an extra $ 155 AUD for an ecstatic chopper ride. Go for it! 

Loch Ard Gorge 

The panoramic views of Port Campbell are definitely a “must-see”. Take a walk under the shadows of towering limestone cliffs; click pictures of the inspiring Archway; explore the Dumpling Pots and  The Razorback; or delve in the romantic tales of Australia’s much talked about shipwreck….The Loch Ard.

London Bridge and Colac

After some great photos at the London Bridge and listening to tales of its “falling down”, take a rest break  at Colac.

Overnight Stay: Ibis Kingsgate or similar Melbourne walking distance to local restaurants, shopping centre and other convenient.

 

Day 2:

After breakfast  at hotel we depart about 12 pm 

Then we head to Maru Koala park to have lunch and pat hand feeds the koalas, kangaroos, and much more  Australian native animals. 

Tour option: We head to Panny’s chocolate to sample the chocolate and buy some yummy chocolate if you wish. 

Tour option: go behind the scenes for only 12 aud per person normally 17 aud as we are a tour company we get it for the special rate.

After check in we head out again and go visit Nobbies Wildlife Wonderland and then to the famous Penguin Parade to visit the beautiful little penguins that travel from the sea to their nests on and near the beach at Summerlands.

(at your own expense) Dinner at township of Cowes about 20 choices for all dietary and religions requirements.

We will stay at any 3-star hotel in City Ibis Kingsgate or similar, a great location with free wifi, close to local shops and restaurants.

 

Day 3:

After breakfast,

Puffing Billy with Healesville Sanctuary is a wonderful full day tour to experience lush rainforest of the Blue Dandenong Ranges as you ride on the original steam locomotive we affectionately call Puffing Billy. Culinary joys today include our special Aussie style Bush Billy Tea for morning tea, a delicious spit roast lunch at a winery and sweet samples for dessert from Yarra Valley Chocolaterie and Ice Creamery. Walk off today’s treats at Healesville Sanctuary where you will be taken on a guided tour of Australia’s native animals.

 

Highlights of This Tour

• Melbourne’s eastern suburbs
• Visit Sherbrooke Forest – heart of the Dandenongs; tall eucalypts, kookaburras and bellbirds
• Share Bush Billy tea of Aussie grown tea and gum leaves, lamingtons, Vegemite and crackers
• Colourful Crimson Rosellas and King Parrots!
• Enjoy a ride aboard Puffing Billy steam train from Belgrave to Menzies Creek, the most scenic section of the original steam locomotive’s journey
• Pass quaint villages set amongst the Australian bush and renowned for their restaurants, craft shops and beautiful gardens
• Panoramic views from Grantulla Road
• Enjoy a delicious spit roast lunch with wine as guests of Louise Fergusson (Asian cuisine and vegetarian meals are also available on request)
• Opportunity to taste Australian wines at Fergusson’s Winery, a noted Yarra Valley wine producer
• Tour through the Yarra Valley
• Visit Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery – a sweet feast for the senses
• Delight in complimentary chocolate tastings, displays of premium chocolates and observe European chocolatiers at work
• Pass through the township of Healesville – set amidst mountain bushland
• Visit Healesville Sanctuary – home for over 200 species of Australian birds, mammals and reptiles in a natural bushland setting
• Stroll through paddocks of kangaroos and wallabies
• Walk through large aviaries and pond areas that bring birds of the wild so close to hand – the elusive lyrebirds, eagles, ibis and spoonbills
• Witness the “Spirits of the Sky” demonstration
• Observe the underwater life of the platypus
• Come face to face with a koala!
• Meet a furry wombat!
• See dingoes, Tasmanian devils, echidnas, snakes and goannas

Or Puffing Billy City Tour…..

Discover two very different regions of Melbourne on this full day combination tour. Nature lovers will love spending the morning in the Dandenong Ranges amongst rainforest and sound of birds. Be treated to an authentic experience with our Aussie style Bush Billy Tea. Then on to ride Puffing Billy steam train and spend time in the quaint mountain village of Sassafras. In the afternoon, tour the highlights of Melbourne CBD and discover the trendy bayside suburbs of St Kilda, Elwood and Brighton. Take a photo stop at Brighton Beach bathing boxes, a functional remnant of a bygone era.

  

Tour Includes

Day 1: Free airport pick up,  park fees, lunch,   Free wifi in accommodation

Day 2: Breakfast, entry park fees into maru koala park and penguin parpade 

Day 3: Breakfast, lunch, entry into Puffing Billy steam train ride, wine tasting fees.

*During the tour  also free drop off and pick up regardless of when you decide to do the tour, arrive or depart Melbourne.

* Chinese and Western meals available. Halal options available for this tour.

 

Pricing

*Cost Per Person: Infants are free of charge but conditions apply. Speak to staff about infants.

• $550 AUD Adults
• $350 AUD  Kids