Yarra Valley
So close to Melbourne, the sheer beauty of the river, home to Victoria's premier wine region with over 35 cellar door wineries and Healesville Sanctuary. Soar above the dawn mist in your hot air balloon or follow the Food Trail for some discerningly different gourmet experiences.
Events and highlights
More Information call Yarra Valley Visitor Information Centre on (03) 5962 2600
- Yarra Valley Grape Grazing - enquiries ph: (03) 5965 2100
- Yarra Glen Craft Market
- Farmers' Produce Market - every 3rd Sunday at Yering Station
- Jazz in the Vines (Tarrawarra Estate) - enquiries ph: (03) 5962 3311
- Melbourne Food and Wine Festival - enquiries ph: (03) 9730 1107
The Dandenong Ranges
A unique part of Victoria set amongst Melbourne's best-known gardens and nurseries. Take a ride from Belgrave on Puffing Billy which reaches out through the hills from Belgrave to the historic township of Gembrook. Only one hour east of Melbourne the region offers many arts and crafts villages and a superb range of accommodation.
Events and highlights
More Information call Dandenong Ranges & Knox Visitor Information Centre on (03) 9758 7522 or 1800 645 505
- Puffing Billy Tourist Train
- Ferntree Gully National Park
- Mt Dandenong Observatory
Warburton
Deep in the hills, tall tree country, enjoy cool green fern gullies tall timber forests where time has stood still. The air, the water, the mountain vistas still hold a unique charm for visitors today.
Events and highlights
More Information call Warburton Water Wheel and Visitor Centre on (03) 5966 5996 or 1800 665 996
- Water Wheel Visitor Centre
- Warburton Winterfest
- Yarra River Walk
Into the high country with magnificent forests and spectacular waterfalls and the solitude of being away from it all along with the challenge of the local golf course represents the perfect retreat. Cross-country skiing at Lake Mountain is right at your doorstop and the illuminated Steavenson Falls is a must see night adventure for all.
Events and highlights
More Information call Marysville Visitor Information Centre on (03) 5963 4567
- Marysville Village
- Yarra Ranges National Park
- Lake Mountain Ski Reserve
Pinnacle Valley / Mt Buller
Victoria's premier ski resort has appeal all year round ... and a range of on and off mountain accommodation and conference facilities to meet all needs.
Events and highlights
- Wild Flower Festival
- International standard Downhill and Nordic ski fields
- High Country trekking and trail rides