Goldfields 3 Day Ballarat and Clunes

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3 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Step into the stories of the Victorian Gold Rush on this curated 3-day slow travel experience in Ballarat and Clunes.
Designed for travellers who value depth, history, and connection, this unique package blends immersive storytelling, heritage architecture, and exceptional local dining. Discover hidden laneways and underground goldmines, indulge in a vintage lakeside picnic, and explore inside rarely seen goldfields-era buildings in the picturesque town of Clunes. With time to relax, reflect, and roam, this is a thoughtful regional escape for those who crave meaning in their travels.

Perfect for culture seekers, couples, and small groups
Includes immersive walking tours and exclusive access to heritage sites
Taste your way through Ballarat’s local flavours and distillery gems
Slow-paced itinerary with time for rest, exploration, and connection

We don’t just show you Ballarat & Clunes. Each day is crafted for curious travellers who crave something different

What's Included

Lunch (Optional[2])
Lunch
Dinner

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We can pick you up from the Ballarat area. If coming from Melbourne, we recommend catching the train and we can pick you up from there. If you need private transport from Melbourne, please select this option.

OR
Meeting point

If you don't require pick up, you can check into your hotel room and we will meet at the main foyer next to the concierge desk. Your tour host will meet you there.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    1800’s in Ballarat

    2 stops
  • 1

    Victorian Vintage Picnic – Enjoy a delightful 1880’s Victorian-inspired picnic lunch with tea. Afterwards self-explore in the beautiful Ballarat Botanical Gardens and Lake Wendouree.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Ballarat City Tales Tour – Uncover hidden laneways, local history, and intriguing tales from the goldfields with your knowledgeable, local guide. Enjoy a hot cuppa and art print as part of the tour.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Sovereign Hill & Slow Food

    2 stops
  • 3

    Step back in time at this historical living museum. Enjoy an underground mining tour of a real Goldfields mine shaft.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Ballarat Foodie & Gin Distillery Tour + Dinner Discover hidden tales of Ballarat’s culinary past, and taste some of Ballarat’s unique flavours and locally distilled gin with a knowledgeable guide.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Clunes Gold Rush

    2 stops
  • 5

    Clunes Goldfields Hidden Buildings Tour – Discover and explore inside hidden Clunes buildings, with exclusive access to the parts of the town where gold was first found in Victoria.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 6

    Explore Clunes – Self-explore local bookshops, antique stores and gift shops. Enjoy lunch at your leisure (own expense) at one of the local cafés, bakeries or pubs.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Hidden Lanes

Tags

Multi-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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