6 Days Melbourne's Cultural Odyssey
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Enjoy a 6-day Melbourne escorted holiday with premium Diamond Class coach touring and five nights at the Crowne Plaza Melbourne in the CBD. Unpack once and explore with ease. Discover the city’s famous laneways, cafés and shopping, visit Werribee Park Mansion and experience a safari at Werribee Open Range Zoo. Travel the Mornington Peninsula, cruise from Sorrento to Queenscliff, and dine aboard the award-winning Q Train. The highlight being the spectacular Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show, plus free time to explore Melbourne at your own pace.
Our flights arrive into Melbourne, where we board our luxury ‘Diamond Class’ coach. We make our way to the hub of Melbourne CBD and check in. This afternoon is at your leisure to explore the many cafés, shops or laneways of Melbourne. 5 Night Stay: Crowne Plaza, Melbourne
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- 16 Meals
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Duration
6 Days
Meals Included
5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 6 dinners
What's Included:
- Return Economy Class flights to Melbourne ex Brisbane, Sydney or Adelaide
- Journey in comfort aboard our luxury ‘Diamond Class’ coach
- Fully escorted tour with experienced Fun Over 50 Holidays Tour Host & Coach Captain
- Unpack once and enjoy 5 nights at the Crowne Plaza in Melbourne’s CBD
- Werribee Park Mansion and Rose Garden
- Off-road safari at Werribee Open Range Zoo
- Mornington Peninsula; Port Phillip Bay
- Wine and dine on the Q Train – Australia’s premier rail restaurant
- Full day at Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show
- Enjoy a free day to discover Melbourne your way
- 12 delicious meals included on your journey
- ‘Diamond Class’ beverages served with dinner (includes a capped bar tab for beer, wine & soft drink)
Arrive Melbourne
Our Carbon Neutral flights arrive into Melbourne where we board our opulent ‘Diamond Class’ coach, ensuring responsible travel with 100% offset coach & air emissions. We make our way to the hub of Melbourne CBD and check in. This afternoon is at your leisure to explore the many cafés, shops or laneways of Melbourne. Please note: If the Grand Prix falls on dates we are staying in Melbourne, our accommodation venue will move outside the CBD to avoid excessive surcharges. 5 Night Stay: Crowne Plaza, Melbourne
Staying in Crowne Plaza Melbourne
Meals & Dining
Werribee
This morning, we explore Werribee Park Mansion, a grand Renaissance Revival estate with 60 rooms. A guided audio tour showcases its opulent interiors, original furnishings, and a stunning entry hall with a grand staircase. Stroll through the beautiful rose gardens before heading to Werribee Open Range Zoo. At the zoo, visit the Australian Trail with native wildlife or the African Trail featuring gorillas, lions, and meerkats. A safari bus ride offers close-up views of rhinos, giraffes, and zebras roaming 494-acre grasslands while learning about endangered species and conservation efforts.
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Free Day
Enjoy a FREE DAY exploring Melbourne at your own pace. Start with a visit to Queen Victoria Market for fresh local produce and a lively atmosphere. Wander through laneways adorned with street art, including the famous Hosier Lane. Stroll along the Yarra River, taking in skyline views and the vibrant Southbank precinct. Discover Melbourne’s arts scene at the National Gallery of Victoria or unwind in the tranquil Royal Botanic Gardens. **Lunch is at your own expense today.
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Highlights
Queenscliff
We take the scenic route today, travelling the Mornington Peninsula to the Sorrento Pier. From here we board the ferry and take a short cruise across the southern tip of Port Phillip Bay to Queenscliff Harbour. Keep your eyes on the water as you may catch sight of a seal, gannet or dolphin frolicking here. A highlight today is our journey on Australia’s premier rail restaurant - the Q Train. Wine and dine in style as this award-winning restaurant travels along the historic Bellarine Railway between Drysdale and Queenscliff. Relax in the restored carriages and enjoy a gastronomical journey unlike anything else you have experienced. A delicious rail journey complemented with unique views of Swan Bay and the Bellarine. After detraining, we return to Melbourne.
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Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show
The main event this morning, the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show! With a major focus on emerging lifestyle trends, the show is set to inspire crowds with breathtaking floral displays and spectacular show gardens. Visitors to the show will also experience masterclasses with floral designers, meet key landscape designers, exhibitors and industry experts, as well as peruse the avenues of exhibitors selling everything from bulbs, plants, tools, trinkets and garden accessories. The prestigious show is well established in the psyche of Australians as a ‘must see’ event. Take your time to really explore today at the event, with several transfers from the show back to accommodation for those that would like to leave earlier than others. Your afternoon is at leisure. **As it is festival day, lunch is at your own expense today
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Flights home
Melbourne is a blend of bustling laneways, world-class restaurants, and captivating museums. The locals love their coffee and serve it up in abundance at cosy cafés. Enjoy a free morning for retail therapy and browse the unique hidden surprises in the laneways. Please meet back at the hotel mid-afternoon for transfers to Melbourne Airport for respective Carbon Neutral flights home. **Lunch is at your own expense today. B = Hot & Continental Breakfast; MT = M/Tea; L = Lunch; AT = A/Tea; D = Two Course Dinner
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Twin Share
$4,150
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+$800
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