MS4 - Melbourne to Sydney; The Snowy River Rambler
Duration: 4 Days, 3 Nights

Leaving Melbourne we firstly head out through the Yarra Valley vineyards to the Dandenong Ranges, including the delightful town of Healesville. After leaving Healesville and taken the time to look closely at the beautiful tree ferns and the ancient eucalyptus trees en-route. Onwards traveling over the GD Range we come to the village of Alexandria climbing the trails on the shores of Lake Eildon, Victoria's largest inland body of water.

We conclude the day travelling through the township of Mansfield to our overnight accommodations at Merrijig at the foothills of Mt Buller.

Overnight: Willawong Bed and Breakfast, MERRIJIG (DBB)

Leaving Merrijig, the location village of the "Man from Snowy River" we travel through picturesque countryside to historic Powers Lookout and onwards to the spectacular views of Mt Buffalo as we journey to Myrtleford and Bright. After lunch we climb to Mt Hotham and the Bogong high plains, which in winter is Australia's premier ski field and in summer it is famous for its breathtaking views.

Onwards across Victoria's high country we visit the oriental goldfields and experience the hardship these early pioneers faced, before we arrive at Omeo for our overnight stay.

Overnight: Golden Age Hotel Motel, OMEO (DBBL)

Leaving Omeo, we travel through Banambra and onwards to continue across the Banambra Ranges and limestone range, passing historic slab huts and isolated grazing properties and enjoying the amazing flora and fauna of this area. We descend into the Snowy River Valley, travel along the banks of the river in the wilderness of the Alpine National Park, enjoying a picnic lunch in seclusion by the stream.

We cross into New South Wales, climbing up famous Jacobs Ladder wandering trail through Kosiousko National Park to Lake Jindabyne. After visiting Jindabyne we then travel to the Monaro District city of Cooma and head onwards to Canberra, the national capital.

Overnight: Heritage Hotel, CANBERRA (DBB)

This morning we will enjoy some of the special sights of Australia's capital, taking in a morning tour of Regatta Point, Lake Burley-Griffin, Parliament House and the spectacular view from the top of Black Mountain. Leaving Canberra we head along the Southern Highlands to Bundanoon before arriving at wonderful Fitzroy Falls and Morton National Park, descending through historic Kangaroo Valley to the picturesque Illawarra coast visiting Kiama and its famous blow-hole before climbing the coastal range to arrive in Sydney by approximately 5.30pm to conclude our memorable journey.

Departs Melbourne 12:00 - 12:30pm every Wednesday, all year around.

This tour can easily be linked to the Melbourne - Adelaide journey.

INCLUSIONS: - 4WD air-conditioned deluxe transport - All accommodation twin share private facilities - All breakfasts & dinners, lunch on Day 2 - Morning & afternoon teas - All National Park entries - Experienced driver guide Prices: See our pricing guide. TOUR CODE: MS4

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