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- Rental Car - For Self-Drive though Victoria. Base Rate only. Does not include taxes, insurance, fuel levies, drop off fees, or environmental fees
- Day Tours are Optional (not included), but can easily be included on request
- Visa Issuance for entry into Australia (US$15.00 per person) available on request
- F.I.T. (Free & Independent Travel, i.e. this is not an Organized Group Tour)
- Additional Accommodation, Sigthseeing Day Tours, International & Domestic Flights are available on request
- Customize? Tell us what you want & our Travel Experts will design your vacation and give you a no-obligation Quote.
This 1 day self-drive through regional Victoria, Australia begins and ends in Melbourne. Along this beautiful self-drive you will visit locations such as the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges.
Depart Melbourne in the morning and head north east towards Yarra Valley. This is amazing region is filled with fantastic wines and gourmet foods sprinkled amongst the spectacular scenery of the vineyards of Yara Valley. This is a great opportunity to tour some local wineries and sample the fruits of their labor. Dine in style at either the De Bortoli Yarra Valley Estate or at the Fergusson Winery & Restaurant. Both feature menus with local flavors including cheeses, spit roasts and of course, wines.
Then head east towards Healesville, where you will find the Healesville Sanctuary. This is home to koalas, kangaroos, Tasmanian devils and so many more Australian animals. Here you can even enjoy a Birds of Prey presentation or wander through the bushland tracks to learn about the native flora and fauna.
Just a little over 30 min south is the Dandenong Ranges National Park. Here you can escape from the city and enjoy the serene towering forest and lush fern glades. Be sure to visit the William Ricketts Sanctuary where you will follow a path guided by mystical sculptures. If you have the time to be sure to experience the Sherbrooke Forest, One Tree Hill, the Kokoda Walk and the Thousand Steps.
The Puffing Billy Steam Railway is located in Belgrave and it boasts being the oldest steam railway in Australia. This magnificent ride will take you through the Dandenong Ranges. With open side carriages and some amazing cuisine options, this is truly a great way to experience the Dandenong Ranges and this fantastic scenery.
Head back to Melbourne at the end of the day.
Remember, this road trip is fully customizable. Combine it with other destinations, add accommodation, sigthseeing tours and flights (international &/or domestic).
Just let us know what you want and our Travel Experts will design your complete itinerary with a ‘no-obligation’ quote.
| Approximate Pricing | Double Occupancy | Sole Occupancy | Permitted USA Departure Dates & Fare Rules |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land Content Only | $300 | $300 | International return flights from the USA are not included. Please see detailed itinerary (above) for more information on inclusions. Itinerary can commence any day (subject to availability). |
| Special (Economy Class) | $1,486 | $1,486 |
2024-04-01 00:00:00 - 2024-12-05 00:00:00 USA Departures: 1 APR - 28 JUN, 24 JUL - 5 DEC. Expires 30 APR 24 International Return Flights from the USA (Los Angeles) are included. Non-Refundable, Non-Changeable. Other Dates may also apply. For details phone Toll-Free: (888)359 2877 |
| Basic (Economy Class) | $2,235 | $2,235 | Basic: May 1 - Jun 8 & Jul 24 - Sep 21, 2022. International Return Flights from the USA (Los Angeles) are included. Non-Refundable. Changeable (Fees Apply). Subject to Availability. |
| Shoulder (Economy Class) | $2,442 | $2,442 | Shoulder: Feb 1 - Apr 30, Jun 9 - Jul 23 & Sep 22 - Dec 8, 2022. International Return Flights from the USA (Los Angeles) are included. Non-Refundable. Changeable (Fees Apply). Subject to Availability. |
| Peak (Economy Class) | $2,960 | $2,960 | Peak: Dec 9, 2022 - Jan 31, 2023. International Return Flights from the USA (Los Angeles) are included. Non-Refundable. Changeable (Fees Apply. Subject to Availability. |
| Premium (Economy Class) | $5,212 | $5,212 | Premium Economy Class International Return Flights from the USA (Los Angeles) are included. Change and Cancellation Fees Apply. Subject to Availability. |
| Business Class | $6,820 | $6,820 | Business Class International Return Flights from the USA (Los Angeles) are included. Subject to Availability. |
- a) All prices are USD$/person (including all Taxes). Subject to availability and seasonality. Other Conditions Apply (see Terms and Conditions).
- b) Land Content Only represents the pricing for the full itinerary as detailed, except the International Flights from the USA (and return) are NOT included.
- c) An Infant (Lapchild) must be less than 2 years old on the date of departure. Infant must travel with at least one adult. An infant with a seat pays the price of a Child.
- d) A Child must be aged between 2-11 years on the date of departure. Child must travel with at least one adult.
