Yarra Valley, Dandenongs and The Ranges - Victoria
Just an hour’s drive to the east of Melbourne are the Yarra Valley
and Dandenong Ranges. Many wineries are dotted throughout the rolling hills
of the Yarra Valley, among them Domaine Chandon (owned by Moet et Chandon),
St Hubert’s and De Bortoli. Taste wines at the cellar door, or stop
for a lunch at the vineyard cafes, many of which have great views over the
vines.
At Healesville Wildlife Sanctuary you can see kangaroos, koalas, wombats
and emus freely wander about and scarlet parrots eat from the palm of your
hand. Or get behind the scenes by visiting the fascinating Animal Hospital.
You can appreciate the best of the Dandenong Ranges by travelling on the
historic steam train, Puffing Billy, through the lush green hills, then stopping
to enjoy a traditional Devonshire tea of warm scones, jam and cream. The
Dandenongs is also known for its beautiful gardens, many of which are open
to the public.
Highlights
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Hot Air Ballooning |
For a fresh and exciting view
of the valley, take to the dawn skies in a hot-air balloon before gently
descending into a vineyard to enjoy a breakfast of sparkling wine and
local produce |
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Healesville Wildlife
Sanctuary |
Visit the award-winning Healesville
Sanctuary, home to platypus, koalas, Tasmanian devils, lyrebirds, kangaroos,
emus, wallabies, dingoes, echidnas and more. |
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Yarra Valley Winery
Tours |
Yarra Valley is now home to
over 55 wineries, most of which offer cellar door tastings and sales.
Many are as serious about food as they are about their harvest, matching
the wine they make with local produce in restaurants located in beautiful
vineyards. |
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