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Experience the Aussie outback on this full-day tour from Melbourne, uncovering local silo art, riverside heritage, native animals, and wine.
Journey through regional Victoria on an exclusive paddle steamer cruise and wildlife adventure combining Murray River heritage, wildlife observation, and wine tasting. Start with a complimentary coffee at the Arts Centre before heading to Nagambie.
Learn about koalas during a ranger-led talk at Kyabram Fauna Park, then step back in time in Echuca aboard the PS Canberra paddle steamer for a cruise on Australia's largest river.
Enjoy changing scenery from eucalypt forests to farmland to vineyards, as you travel through Victoria's heartland. Discover Rochester's painted silos showcasing artistic heritage, and end with premium wine tasting featuring wines grown in ancient Cambrian soil at a renowned Heathcote winery.
Limited to 15 travelers for intimate experience with comfortable transport, expert guidance, and guaranteed window seating.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet outside Protagonist Café (St Kilda Road side). Do not wait at Hamer Hall. Look for the Giant Spire and Protagonist Café out front. Accessible via tram (Free Tram Zone), 5-minute walk from Flinders Street Station, or 5-10 minutes on foot from most central hotels.
Itinerary
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Welcome to this picturesque lake town, a taste of regional Australia with waterfront cafes and regional produce.
Admission ticket free -
1
Begin your regional Victoria adventure in the peaceful lake-side township of Nagambie. Take some time to stretch your legs, refuel with a coffee from the charming main street, and enjoy the serene Lake Nagambie views as you enter the river region of Victoria.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Get up close to Australia's unique wildlife at Kyabram Fauna Park. Wander open-air enclosures and meet kangaroos, emus, koalas, reptiles, and more in a relaxed, natural setting — a true highlight for nature lovers and families alike. Start your experience with a Ranger Talk at the Koalas, before proceeding to explore the park in tour own time. Finished early - enjoy the treats of the on-site café as you sit and watch the cute Meerkats run about you.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
3Echuca
Step back in time as we arrive into the historic port town of Echuca, Victoria’s largest inland port. This charming river port town on the Murray River is known for its 19th-century wharf, paddle steamers, and preserved heritage buildings that reflect its vital role in Australia's inland trade era.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Take some time to explore and get some lunch, before boarding the PS (Paddle Steamer) Canberra for a relaxing one-hour cruise along the Murray River, complete with captain's commentary. Drift past towering red gum forests and heritage wharves aboard this authentic paddle steamer.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5
Silo Art - marvel at the vibrant silo art installation - part of Victoria's celebrated Silo Art Trail. Travelling through the agricultural heartland of Victoria, witness as the scenery changes around you from eucalypt forests, to the wide expanse of farmland, to rows upon rows of vineyards. We stop for a chance to view the iconic painted silos of Rochester - part of Victoria's celebrated Silo Art Trail showcasing the unique art of midland Victoria. These towering artworks tell the story of regional history and local wildlife, perfect for memorable photos.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
We finish the day with a premium wine tasting at one of Heathcote's most renowned Wineries. Sample a selection of award-winning wines while soaking in the stunning vineyard and hillside views that define this celebrated estate.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included -
7Melbourne
Return back to the brights lights of Melbourne city after a fulfilling day exploring the best fo regional Victoria. Be dropped back at the Melbourne Arts Centre or your city center hotel on request
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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