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6 day Yarra Valley and Phillip Island Self Drive

This journey is a delightful progress through some of Victoria's most special places. Visit the renowned wine producing region of the Yarra Valley. Then a tiny gold rush town in the Victoria Alps. On to Phillip Island, the unique wildlife reserve just 2 hours from Melbourne. Finally a day enjoying the relaxed seaside atmosphere of the Mornington Peninsula.

Day 1 Melbourne to the Yarra Valley
40 miles 1 hours
Collect your car from Avis at either the Melbourne airport or downtown depot. Drive to the Yarra Valley. Overnight for 2 nights at Quality Yarra Glen Grand (Standard), The Sebel Lodge Yarra Valley (Superior), Chateau Yering, including breakfast (Deluxe).



For the ultimate in luxury stay at the Chateau Yering, Yarra Valley. Upgrade from standard option for 2 nights from £159 per person, including cooked breakfast and wine tasting.


Day 2 Yarra Valley
A day at leisure in this beautiful region. Enjoy wine tasting at some of the many famous wineries such as Domaine Chandon or De Bortoli, or take a ride on the historic steam train Puffing Billy through the magnificent Dandenong Ranges. Alternatively visit the award winning Healesville Wildlife Sanctuary.



On Day 2, why not visit award winning Healesville Wildlife Sanctuary, from £10 Adult, £6 Child.

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Balloon Flight over the Yarra Valley from £126



Day 3 Yarra Valley to Walhalla
105 miles 2½ hours
Continue on to Walhalla, a small gold town (population 23!) in the Victorian Alps. Walhalla's ghost town appeal is evident in the 3 original old shops, post office and museum. Behind restored facades these buildings conceal dim and mysterious interiors. Electricity has only recently arrived in town, another indication of its relative isolation. Check in to Walhalla's Star Hotel, a boutique 4 star in this unique town. Meet the locals in this wonderfully different atmosphere. Overnight at Walhalla's Star Hotel (includes continental breakfast)


Day 4 Walhalla to Phillip Island
110 miles 2½ hours
Phillip Island is home to the famous little penguins, which emerge from the sea every evening and waddle to their burrows in the sand dunes. There is also the Koala Conservation Park with a treetop boardwalk for close up viewing. The rugged southern coastline of the Island faces Bass Strait and offers some of the best surf beaches in Victoria, while the protected northern beaches nestle into Westernport Bay and provide excellent areas for swimming, sailing, boating and fishing. Overnight at Holmwood Guesthouse, including breakfast (Standard and Superior), Glen Isla House, including breakfast (Deluxe).



Fairy Penguins parade, Phillip Island from £8 (entry).



Day 5 Phillip Island to Mornington Peninsula
70 miles 1¾ hours
The Mornington Peninsula is a lovely seaside resort on Port Phillip Bay. Discover its boutique wineries, charming rustic restaurants and country pubs. Overnight at Comfort Inn Bayview (Standard), Woodman Estate, including breakfast (Superior and Deluxe).


Day 6 Mornington Peninsula to Melbourne
50 miles 1 hours
On the short drive back to Melbourne drive through this area rich in natural beauty, passing gently rolling hills and sparkling bay beaches.

Included within the price

• 5 nights accommodation
• Breakfast daily
• Avis group B car for 6 days
• Travelmood backpack, detailed itinerary, directions and map

 

6 day Yarra Valley and Phillip Island Self Drive.
From price in £ per person, based on twin share
Standard	from £299
Superior	from £412
Deluxe	from £519

Single supplement on request.

7 day Yarra Valley and Phillip Island Self Drive option. Includes an additional night in Melbourne.
From price in £ per person, based on twin share
Standard	from £325
Superior	from £442
Deluxe	from £579

Single supplement on request.