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Discover Melbourne Victoria
Visitors to Melbourne are delighted and amazed by the sheer breadth of unique sightseeing and entertainment experiences that are available within a short stroll, tram, train or taxi ride of the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) and its nearby hotels. Whether you're taking a short break between sessions or after a hard day's work, or have arranged a few days of personal time, you are just minutes away from sandy beaches or any one of the beautiful parks and gardens sprinkled throughout the city; and just hours away from wine country, old gold mining towns, snowfields and the world-famous surf coast.
There is no shortage of things to do in Melbourne's city centre. You can wander through art galleries, tour historic sites along the 'Golden Mile Heritage Trail', experience the living Australian Forest and indigenous display at the Melbourne Museum or maybe take a leisurely cruise along the Yarra River past Southgate, the Docklands and the MCEC. Recognised as the 'food capital' of Australia, Melbourne is also renowned for its fabulous shopping. Melbourne attractions include designer stores in the city; the exclusive boutiques of Chapel Street; and bargain-hunting in the buzzing atmosphere of the Queen Victoria Market. And when wandering in the city, peer down almost any laneway and catch a glimpse of the 'secret Melbourne' - a place of edgy art, hidden bars and cutting-edge design.
Allow time before or following the Symposium to experience a range of tours and discover Melbourne and nearby regional areas. A range of full day or half day coach tours are on offer; whether it be the sights of the city, the coastline or nearby wineries, the natural beauty of this area will ensure a memorable experience.
Please contact WALDRONSMITH Management on +61 3 9645 6311 or igarss2013@wsm.com.au, should you have any questions about the tours.
How to Book
Most tours operate daily from Sunday 20 July to Sunday 27 July 2013 unless otherwise specified.
If you wish to book a tour outside of this time frame, please contact WALDRONSMITH Management via email: igarss2013@wsm.com.au
To guarantee your place on these tours, bookings and payment must be received in advance. Please make your bookings on the online form. All prices are inclusive of GST and inclusions are noted on the tour information.
Adult and children (4-14 years of age) tickets are available.
Click here to make your bookings online.
Departure Point
Coach and tour service are provided by Gray Line Tours and all tours depart from the Gray Line Tours office at:
Melbourne Day Tour Centre
Federation Square East
Corner Flinders & Russell Streets
Melbourne
Please check in 15 minutes prior to departure. Return times are approximate.
Hotel pick up can also be arranged on request and with prior notice.
Terms and Conditions
Cancellation fee of 50% applies for a tour cancelled within 72 - 24 hours of travel. Within 24 hours of departure 100% cancellation fee applies. Itineraries, prices and days of operation are subject to change or withdrawal without notice. A fuel levy may apply when world oil prices exceed the allowance in the fare.
Tours
Great Ocean Road Adventure Tour
Surf Coast, Lorne, Great Ocean Road, Port Campbell National Park
Operates: DAILY, Departs: 8:00 AM, Returns: 7:30 PM
Fare Includes: National park fees, Aussie style Bush Billy tea with lamingtons and vegemite with crackers and on-coach video
Adults: $164.00
Children: $82.00
The Great Ocean Road is one of the world's great drives, a dramatic, powerful, dangerous and majestic coastline, also known as the Shipwreck Coast. Your day on the Great Ocean Road extends from Geelong to Bells Beach through Torquay, Lorne and Apollo Bay. After your lunch stop you continue on through the Otway National Park, to the rugged beauty of the Twelve Apostle National Park and the Twelve Apostles themselves, is there really twelve? To Loch Ard Gorge and Port Campbell shaped by the wild Southern Ocean this coastline will not fail to impress. Got your camera?
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Views of Melbourne and Port Phillip Bay from West Gate Bridge
- Torquay and the Surf Coast
- Spectacular coastal views along the Great Ocean Road
- Surf beach resort of Lorne
- Precipitous coastal cliffs, long sandy beaches and rolling surf
- River inlets and fern gullies
- Stop at picturesque Apollo Bay for lunch (own expense) - perhaps a walk along the beach
- Otway National Park - fern gullies and eucalypts make up this beautiful Australian rainforest
- Port Campbell National Park's rugged coastline, "The Shipwreck Coast" with many stops including...
- Gibson's Steps - gain a unique perspective of the stunning Apostles from the water's edge
- Huge stone monoliths of the Twelve Apostles
- You may take an optional helicopter flight over the shipwreck coast (own expense)
- The Island Arch and Razorback - grand architecture carved by surf
- Loch Ard Gorge - site of the tragic shipwreck of the "Loch Ard"
- Port Campbell - holiday resort and fishing village
- This powerful coastline provides scope for stunning photography
- Return directly to Melbourne enjoying an on-board Australian movie "All The Rivers Run - 1"
- See the spectacular evening lights of Melbourne from West Gate Bridge.
Penguin Express Tour
Express to Penguin Parade, Penguins Plus Premium Viewing Operates: DAILY, During winter this tour departs at 3.00pm and returns 9.00pm approx
Fare Includes:
Entrance to Penguin Parade, Penguins Plus premium viewing area, souvenir gift and complimentary drink
Adults: $126.00
Children: $63.00
An evening tour for those with time constraints that takes you directly to the natural phenomenon of the Penguin Parade.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Western Port - water birds and mangroves
- Panoramic views of French Island
- San Remo - maritime fishing village
- Phillip Island - home for one of the largest colonies of Little Penguins
- Witness the natural phenomenon of the Penguin Parade on floodlit Summerland Beach from Penguins Plus premium viewing position for the best views of the Penguins (souvenir gift and drink included)
- See penguin rookeries as you walk on an elevated boardwalk
- Inspect the Visitors Information Centre - an opportunity to learn about the life of the Little Penguin as you walk through the "Penguin Experience"
- A variety of light meals are available at the Penguin Parade restaurant (own expense).
Yarra Valley Wineries
Blue Dandenongs, Wine Tasting, Yarra Valley
Operates: Monday/Wednesday/Friday/Saturday Departs: 10:00 AM, Returns: 5:30 PM
Fare Includes:
Lunch/wine tasting at Fergusson's, wine tasting at Rochford Wines and wine tasting/tour at Dominique Portet
Adults: $168.00 Children: $84.00
A delightful afternoon tour through the beautiful Blue Dandenongs and the Yarra Valley. Sample some of the best wine, food and scenery of Victoria and visit Fergusson's Winery, Rochford Wines and Dominique Portet.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Blue Dandenong Ranges - superb traditional gardens and towering mountain ash forests
- Ferntree Gully - foot of the ranges
- Sherbrooke Forest - noted for its lyrebirds and fern gullies
- Panoramic views from Grantulla Road
- Opportunity to taste Australian wines at Fergusson's Winery, a noted Yarra Valley wine producer
- Enjoy a delicious spit roast lunch with wine as guest of Louise Fergusson
- Tour through the Yarra Valley
- Pass through the township of Healesville - set amidst mountain bushland
- Visit Rochford Wines and taste from a selection of fine Australian wines
- Visit Dominique Portet winery - a boutique family owned winery now in their tenth generation as winemakers and continuing to respect their French tradition
- Take a vineyard, bottling or vintage tour (depending on the activity of the winery)
- Enjoy complimentary cheese and crackers with your wine tasting.
Morning Melbourne City Tour
Operates: DAILY, Departs: 8:10 AM, Returns: 11:10 AM
Fare Includes:
Coach touring
Adults: $60.00
Children: $30.00
Welcome to Melbourne - Heart of Australia's classic south. Home to the Australian Open Tennis, Australian rules football, the Melbourne Cup and for a short time Australia's capital. Melbourne is known for its gardens, restaurants, cafes and markets, galleries, the arts and its relaxed elegant charm. Inhabited by peoples from all corners of the globe its cosmopolitan people give generously and share passionately in the riches of this dynamic and elegant city.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- St Paul's Cathedral
- Melbourne Town Hall
- Law Courts & Flagstaff Gardens
- Queen Victoria Market
- Royal Exhibition Buildings
- Chinatown, Parliament House and Princess Theatre
- St Patrick's Cathedral
- Fitzroy Gardens and Captain Cook's Cottage
- Melbourne Cricket Ground
- Melbourne Park - National Tennis Centre
- Visit the Royal Botanic Gardens - perhaps enjoy a Devonshire Tea or walk by the lake
- The Shrine of Remembrance
- Flinders Street Station
- Arts and Cultural Centre
- Gracious tree lined St Kilda Road
- Albert Park Lake - Grand Prix site
- Docklands - Australia's largest premium waterfront construction development
- Bolte Bridge - spectacular city overview
- Etihad Stadium at Docklands
- Port Melbourne by the sea
- Revitalised South Melbourne
- Ornate Victorian terraced homes
- Views of historic Williamstown
- Trendy Southbank on the river
Tramcar Restaurant
Operates: DAILY
Lunch: Departs: 1.00PM Returns 3.00PM
Early Dinner: Departs: 5.45PM Returns 7.15PM
Late Dinner (Sun- Thurs): Departs: 8.35PM Returns: 11.30PM
Late Dinner (Fri - Sat) 8.35PM Returns: 11.30PM
Includes:
Lunch: 4 course meal, fully inclusive of all beverages
Early Dinner: 3 course meal fully inclusive of all beverages
Late Dinner: 5 course meal fully inclusive of all beverages
Cost:
Lunch: $82.50 per person
Early Dinner: $77.00 per person
Late Dinner (Sun - Thurs): $121.00 per person
Late Dinner (Fri - Sat): $137.50 per person
These glossy, burgundy restaurants on wheels are the first travelling Tramcar Restaurants in the world and ensure a delightful innovative approach to dining. As they cruise the city streets of Melbourne, diners can enjoy a seasonal menu, quality Australian wines or make a selection from the fully stocked bar at an all inclusive price. There are3 trams in the fleet each seating 36 guests. The tram is comprised of two sections, the large seats 24 and the small seats 12.
Terms and Conditions
Final payment will be due 14 days prior to reservation date. Cancellation after 7 days prior to the reservation date will incur a 100% cancellation charge. Cancellation before 7 days prior to the reservation date will be refunded in full.