This boutique tour of Victoria & Hobart will take you to areas rich in gorgeous gardens, fantastic art, and world-renowned cuisine. We start in Melbourne, where we'll explore the rich architectural heritage, incredible food, and amazing interactive shows. We’ll wander the labyrinth of lanes and alleyways, revealing quirky Melbourne at its best. We’ll discover one of the world’s finest gardens at the Botanic Gardens and explore the Ian Potter Centre dedicated to Australian art. This outstanding collection features works from Aboriginal art through the Heidelberg School and on to contemporary mixed media. We’ll travel from Melbourne to Daylesford, an area that contains Australia's largest concentration of natural mineral springs. It’s a gorgeous town, and we’ll spend a couple of days exploring the town’s fine collection of historic buildings, art galleries, and boutique shops. Expect plenty of scenic countryside, quaint boutiques, bathhouses, and incredible food & wine. It may be small, but Tasmania sure packs a punch—a place where the cities and wilderness are as enticing as the food and wine. We'll stay in charming Hobart, a study in avant-garde culture, Australia’s natural flora and fauna, and Tasmania’s colonial history. Here, time slows, locals take the time to say g’day, and food appears from paddock to plate. Come with us. An adventure down under awaits you!
Here's a day-by-day itinerary of the trip.
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The QT Hotel is located in the heart of Melbourne, just 650 feet from the Regent Theater, and features a rooftop terrace and views of the city. The QT Hotel is perfectly groomed & accessorised and provides boutique accommodation.
The Lake House lies on the shores of beautiful Lake Daylesford. Walking trails lead from the property, around the lake and into the Wombat State Forest, complete with local fauna and the abundant health creating mineral springs the area is renowned for.
The Moss Hotel, tucked above the heart of vibrant Salamanca Place, is the ideal spring board to discover Hobart and Tasmania.
Gardens, Art, Cuisine
Victoria and Tasmania, located in the southern part of Australia, offer an enchanting blend of natural beauty, cultural richness, and culinary delights. Victoria boasts the vibrant city of Melbourne with its architectural wonders, hidden laneways, and iconic Botanic Gardens. In Daylesford, immerse yourself in a charming town adorned with historic buildings, art galleries, and the serenity of Lake Daylesford. Meanwhile, Tasmania captivates with Hobart's waterfront charm, Georgian warehouses, and thriving food scene. Explore Tasmania's wilderness and encounter unique wildlife. These destinations promise an unforgettable experience filled with diverse landscapes and captivating cultural treasures.
Everything specified in the itinerary
All meals (except where indicated), including beer & wine with dinner
Accommodations at unique, 4-star or better hotels
All transportation during the trip (except where indicated)
Expert guides and trip leaders
A small group experience
Round-trip airfare to Melbourne
Additional wine, beer, and/or spirits beyond what’s offered at meals
All personal souvenirs
Travel and medical insurance (strongly recommended)
The trip officially starts the afternoon of Sunday, February 20th, but if you’re traveling across an ocean to get to Melbourne, consider arriving a day or two early so you have time to relax and adjust to the local time zone. If you do decide to arrive early, just let us know and, if you need it, we’ll help you with arrangements.
Because everyone is arriving at different times and it’s not difficult to get into town, we have not included the cost of private airport transfers in the trip. When you land in Melbourne, just hop in a cab or an Uber after you collect your luggage. We can also organize a private transfer, just let us know and, if you need it, we’ll help you with arrangements.