7D6N Melbourne Scenic Escape

Upon arrival at Melbourne International Airport, you will be met and greeted by your local representative. Transfer directly to your hotel for check-in and the remainder of the day is free at leisure.

After breakfast, visit the historic Dandenong Ranges, where you will step back in time aboard the famous Puffing Billy Railway. You will experience a classic one -way steam train journey from Belgrave to Menzies Creek, winding through towering mountain ash trees and lush fe rn gullies. The journey continues into the fertile Yarra Valley region to visit Rayner’s Orchard where, you will embark on the 1-hour U-Pick Taste of the Orchard Adventure Tour, riding through the groves, sampling fresh seasonal fruits, and picking up to 1 kilogram of premium fruit to take away with you. After a full day of nature and fresh produce, your coach will transfer you back to your hotel for the evening.

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Following breakfast, you will set out on a comprehensive 12-hour journey along one of the world’s most scenic coastal drives. Throughout the day, you will enjoy a series of scenic photo stops and passing vistas, including the coastal town of Anglesea and the historic Memorial Arch. You will then stop at the picturesque seaside town of Apollo Bay for a break before heading into the Port Campbell National Park. The grand finale of the day features the limestone stacks of the 12 Apostles. You will have time to walk along the boardwalk trail to witness these massive structur es rising from the Southern Ocean, followed by a visit to the dramatic cliffs and shipwreck history of Loch Ard Gorge. In the evening, your coach will bring you back to your Melbourne hotel.

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After breakfast, you will check out from your Melbourne hotel and head southeast toward Phillip Island, where you will spend the night. The first stop of the day is Maru Koala & Animal Park, offering you to get up close with native Australian wildlife, including koalas, kangaroos, and wallabies. Next, you will indulge your sweet tooth at the Phillip Island Chocolate Factory, to see unique chocolate art, interactive machines, and taste-testing stations. The excitement elevates in the afternoon as you head to the tarmac for an exhilarating 8 -minute Scenic Flight, taking off from Cape Woolamai or the GP Circuit to view the island’s rugged coastline and dramatic surf beaches from abov e. As dusk approaches, you will head to the main event, the Penguin Parade (Plus seating). From a premium vantage point, you will watch the world’s smallest penguins emerge from the ocean and waddle up the beach to their burrows. Afterward, you will check into your Phillip Island hotel for an overnight stay.

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Enjoy breakfast on the island before checking out. Today you will explore the architectural and cultural fabric of the CBD. You will visit and pass by iconic landmarks including the vibrant Chinatown district, the street-art filled Hosier Lane, Federation Square, and the grand St. Patrick’s Cathedral. The tour also highlights the historic Flinders Street Station, the Victoria Parliament Building, the majestic Shrine of Remembrance, Treasury House, and a peaceful stroll through Fitzroy Gardens. To wrap up the afternoon, the coach will take you to the Melbourne DFO (Direct Factory Outlets), giving you dedicated time to shop for local and international brands at discount pric es before transferred back to your hotel in Melbourne.

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After breakfast, you have the entire day to yourself. With no coach or guide services scheduled, you might choose to explore the city’s famous hidden laneway cafes, visit the National Gallery of Victoria, ride the free City Circle Tram, or simply relax at a waterside restaurant along the Yarra River at Southbank.

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After breakfast, free at your own leisure till the time to transfer to Melbourne Airport for your flight departure.

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