Private Ballarat and Sovereign Hill Tour from Melbourne
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About This Tour in Melbourne
Why Visit Melbourne?
Melbourne is Australia's cultural capital, known for arts, coffee culture, and diverse cuisine. Explore laneway street art, visit world-class galleries, and experience vibrant markets. Melbourne offers incredible food scenes, beautiful parks, and a creative atmosphere.
Getting to Melbourne
The easiest way to reach Melbourne is by flying into Melbourne Airport (MEL). From the airport, you can take airport shuttles, taxis, rideshare services, or public transportation to reach the city center. Rental cars are also popular for exploring the surrounding areas.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- WiFi on board
- Professional guide
- Bottled water
- 2-course lunch
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Transport by private vehicle
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
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Meeting and Pickup
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers
Pickup Time: 15 minutes before departure
Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Experience the excitement of the Red Hill Gully... 4 hours
Experience the excitement of the Red Hill Gully Diggings where you can pan for REAL gold and see a spectacular $100,000 gold pour, venture underground on a fully-guided gold mine tour or catch a horse-drawn coach and tour the township. Guests can also visit working shops, hotels, schools, a theater, crafts, a wheelwright, a candle maker, a confectioner and steam-driven machinery. Enjoy lunch at the New York Bakery; which was recreated based on advice from Alfred Reid, the son of John Reid, the founder of the original bakery that stood in Ballarat over a century ago. Be entertained by characters dressed in traditional goldfields costumes that are more than happy to pose for a photo – a great memory of your journey back in time! Highlights: • Gold museum • Guided mine tour • Lunch at Sovereign Hill ‘New York Bakery’ • Enjoy an authentic ‘Gold Pour’ • Take the time to pan for gold • The historic gold mining city of Ballarat
Here at the Park we specialise in native... 1 hour
Here at the Park we specialise in native Australian animals and a wide variety of exotic reptiles. From free roaming Kangaroos, Koalas, Wombats, Tasmanian Devils, Eagles, Giant Tortoises, Crocodiles and Alligators to a large display of Lizards and both venomous and non-venomous Snakes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will…
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
