Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show-great Ocean Road

Departing the Sunshine Coast, Brisbane & Gold Coast we make our way to Coffs Harbour – overnight stay.

Morning stop – Port Macquarie, then we journey to Sydney / Cabramatta.

Various stops as we travel to Albury – overnight stay.

This morning we cross the mighty Murray River arriving at Glenrowan – the scene of the last stand and capture of Ned Kelly. Next we experience the rich agricultural and pastoral area of Benalla and Seymour before arriving in MELBOURNE. Guided tour of the Iconic MELBOURNE CRICKET GROUND. Immerse yourself in the history, tradition and heritage of this World class facility. Explore the inner sanctum of the MCG – long room, players change rooms,cricketers viewing room, walk on the arena plus more. North Melbourne Mecure 2 night stay.

Another tour highlight – The Southern Hemispheres Largest and most loved horticulture event the MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL FLOWER AND GARDEN SHOW – located at the heritage listed Royal Exhibition Building and Carlton Gardens, which is transformed into a lavish garden paradise. Afternoon free time to explore Melbourne city.

Morning visit to QUEEN VICTORIA MARKETS. Departing Melbourne we make our way to Geelong – Victoria’s Second largest city and gateway to THE GREAT OCEAN ROAD. We experience scenic views as we journey through Torquay, Bells Beach, Anglesea and Lorne arriving at APOLLO BAY – one of the most picturesque seaside villages in Australia. Overnight stay.

Time to relax and discover Apollo Bay before touring through OTWAY NATIONAL PARK and the breathtaking Sights as we travel to Port Campbell National park and the famous TWELVE APOSTLES /LONDON BRIDGE, Colac – overnight stay.

This morning we arrive at Australia’s most Famous mining Region BALLARAT, touring includes BOTANICAL GARDENS – BEGONIA Display at the CONSERVATORY, MARBLE STATUES, TRAM MUSEUM AND TRAIN RIDE. This afternoon we visit DAYLESFORD which has Australia’s largest concentration of natural mineral springs, coupled with beautiful mountain scenery, forest,gardens, lakes and a generous collection of historic buildings which makes Daylesford a major tourist holiday Destination. 2 Nights stay at Echuca.

Time to relax before it’s “ALL ABOARD”A PADDLESTEAMER BOAT CRUISE on the Murray River including Morning tea. Free time to explore the Port of Echuca.

Today we journey through the picturesque Riverina region with various places of interest arriving at Wagga Wagga. Overnight stay.

Today we travel to Forbes and Parkes Radio Telescope. (The Dish). Our overnight stay will be in Dubbo / Gilgandra.

This morning we travel to the Warrumbungles National Park, then the Newell Highway to Moree and Goondiwindi. Overnight stay.

We are homeward bound, arriving at Toowoomba for Lunch before returning to Gold Coast, Brisbane and Sunshine Coast areas.