Your holiday itinerary (ex Perth, Western Australia)

Day 1. Perth to Gippsland (D)
We collect you from home for the flight to Melbourne. Upon arrival, we transfer you to Warragul and the comfort of your hotel.
Overnight: Mercure, Warragul

Day 2. Walhalla Mountain Village (BLD)
Once the heart of one of the most vibrant gold mining districts in the world, Walhalla is both fascinating and picturesque. This morning we visit the Corner Stone Museum for a journey through Walhalla’s colourful history. Go beneath the mountain on a guided tour of the Long Tunnel Extended Mine – Gold Mine. After working up an appetite enjoy lunch. Then ride the Walhalla Goldfields Railway to take in the breathtaking scenery and colours of autumn.
Overnight: Midtown Motor Inn, Sale

Day 3. Central Gippsland (BLD)
We start the day with a visit to Maffra, known for its nineteenth century homesteads and historic ambience. In Maffra take in the outstanding display of vehicles at the Gippsland Vehicle Collection and Duart Homestead, a Victorian-style homestead built in 1883, which was once the residence of Hon. Allan McLean, Premier of Victoria. At the homestead we will take a tour of the stately residence, followed by a delicious luncheon. Then at the historic Port of Sale, board a wooden boat to drift back in time. Listen to remarkable stories of the region from early settlement to present day.
Overnight: Midtown Motor Inn, Sale

Day 4. Great Alpine Road (BD)
From Bairnsdale to Bright, view spectacular alpine scenery and sweeping mountain landscapes along one of Australia’s greatest touring routes. See Bairnsdale’s magnificent murals, admire the historic gold rush streets of Omeo, then climb to great heights to Mt Hotham and Dinner Plain before descending into Ovens Valley.
Overnight: High Country Motor Inn, Bright

Day 5. Beautiful Bright (BD)
Today discover Bright in its autumnal splendour. Begin with a local guide for a tour of Bright and the surrounding area. Marvel at the promenade’s magnificent autumnal display of red, orange and gold before enjoying an afternoon at your leisure.
Overnight: High Country Motor Inn, Bright

Day 6. Mount Beauty and Falls Creek (BD)
At Mount Beauty, learn about the first people of the valley, view exhibitions and discover why the huts of the High Plains are so important to Victoria’s heritage. This afternoon the Yackandandah Museum will take us on a walking tour of High Street to see and hear the stories about the main street, the heart of this small town. In the afternoon, take the scenic journey to Falls Creek, Victoria’s largest ski resort.
Overnight: High Country Motor Inn, Bright

Day 7. Beechworth gold history (BD)
Learn about the gold rush era and explore the well-preserved historic town of Beechworth. First take the guided tour of the Historic and Cultural Precinct, indulge your sweet spot with honey tasting at Beechworth Honey. After take a breath for lunch at your leisure. This afternoon explore the Old Beechworth Gaol and hear the stories of Australia’s folklore with notorious characters including Ned Kelly.
Overnight: The Grand Oaks Resort, Beechworth

Day 8. Holbrook Submarine Museum and pioneers (BLD)
From land to nautical, at the Holbrook Submarine Museum we get the unique experience of what it would be like to live in a submarine. Nearby, the Pioneer Women’s Hut reflects on the ingenuity of women in early rural Australia.
Overnight: Tumut Valley Motel, Tumut

Day 9. Snowy Mountains Drive (BD)
Today we journey down the glorious Snowy Mountains Highway from the rolling hills of Tumut to idyllic Cooma. Along the way, stop to explore the quaint, historical town of Adaminaby and spend time exploring the Snowy Scheme Museum to view the magnificent handmade stage curtains. Take time to explore more of Coma and have a lunch at your leisure. This afternoon we take a visit to old Cooma Gaol, feel goosebumps as you view exhibits including the death mask of bushranger Captain Moonlight, and the actual spy hole from the infamous Ned Kelly’s cell.
Overnight: Redhill Cooma Motor Inn, Cooma – HOTEL check other options

Day 10. Jindabyne (BLD)
Awake in the refreshing country air and enjoy a visit to Charles Davis Photo Gallery. We then make our way to the famous Wildbrumby Schnapps Distillery to enjoy tastings and lunch, before taking in the stunning views of the Kosciuszko National Park from the chairlift at Thredbo.
Overnight: Redhill Cooma Motor Inn, Cooma

Day 11. Cooma to Canberra (BL)
Bid farewell to the High Country and travel to Canberra. In Canberra we visit the century old Australian War Memorial, a shrine to our fallen soldiers. For our last farewell lunch, we partake in a High Tea at the Queen’s Terrace Café before transferring to the airport. Board your afternoon flight to Perth (via Sydney). Upon arrival in the evening we will see you safely home.

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