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Take an early morning balloon flight, meet passionate food and wine producers, and encounter a platypus at Healesville Sanctuary in the Yarra Valley. Wander the walking trails, meander the villages and discover the hidden delights of the Dandenong Ranges among its scenic winding roads, abundant artist studios, craft stores and renowned gardens. 

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Highlights

Courtyard view looking at the clocktower restaurant at sunset

Coombe Yarra Valley

Wineries
Compare cellar-door tasting notes, graze over a gourmet lunch and then delight at the on-site providore at the former home of Dame Nellie Melba.
Alfred Nicholas Gardens, Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges, Victoria, Australia

Dandenong Ranges National Park

National parks & reserves
Take a relaxing walk through forests of towering mountain ash in the Dandenong Ranges National Park, just an hour’s drive from Melbourne's CBD.
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Koalas Hazel and Emily

Healesville Sanctuary

Sanctuaries, zoos & farms
Watch for waking koalas and peek at a joey in a kangaroo's pouch, meet keepers or observe vets in the animal hospital, all in an Aussie bush setting.
Cumberland Walk, Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges, Victoria, Australia

Outdoor and adventure

See & do
Work up an appetite on Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges tracks and trails, snowfields and golf courses, or high above it all in a hot air balloon.
The timeless tradition of sitting on the carriage sill is back!

Puffing Billy Railway

History & heritage
All aboard for a ride on Australia's oldest steam railway, through thick forests and lush fern gullies, or travel first class for olden-times romance.
TarraWarra Estate Restaurant, Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges, Victoria, Australia

Restaurants

Eat & drink
Please your palate and sate your appetite at some of the best restaurants, wineries, cafes and pubs in the stunning Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges.
TarraWarra Museum of Art, Photo by Redfish Bluefish

TarraWarra Museum of Art

Art galleries
Stunning architecture, contemporary art and rolling hills: see magnificent sites inside and out at this cultural icon in the Yarra Valley.
Seville Estate, Seville, Yarra Valley and the Dandenong Ranges, Victoria

Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges makers

Stay close, go further. Follow Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges makers, growers and creators to some of their favourite places.
Yarra Valley, Victoria, Australia

Yarra Valley wine region

Wine regions
Sip, sniff, and savour fine wines within the hallowed walls of historic Victorian viticultural institutions, or discover secret winery gems.
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Dog Day

Warratina Lavender Farm's Dog Day

Community
18 Feb 2024
Bring your dog for a beautiful, fun day out – just for them. There will be a wide range of dog demonstrations including agility, tricks, herding and fly...
Ruby Fields sitting on a stool, holding a bouquet of flowers and looking directly at the camera.

ALWAYS LIVE Gonna Be Good: Ruby Fields

Music
07 Dec 2023
Six venues. Six artists. Six shows.Gonna Be Good brings beloved artists to bandrooms across the fringes of Melbourne, paying homage to the golden era of...
Roses and Di's Delightful Plants stand

Yarra Valley Autumn Plant Fair and Garden Expo

Gardens & agriculture
20 - 21 Apr 2024
Spend a day at the Yarra Valley Autumn Plant Fair learning about a wide range of plants, how to use them, how to grow them and how they fit into modern...
Flower Fields

Tesselaar KaBloom

Gardens & agriculture
23 Mar - 21 Apr 2024
Fabulous fields filled with millions of colourful autumn blooms, world class circus entertainment, activities for all the family plus delicious food and...
Herb & Chilli Festival

Yarra Valley Herb and Chilli Festival

Festivals
16 - 17 Mar 2024
Join in the beautiful Yarra Valley for the hottest weekend of the year! Get ready to turn up the heat and experience a celebration of all things hot. This...
Tesselaar Tulip Festival

Tesselaar Tulip Festival

Gardens & agriculture
14 Sep - 13 Oct 2024
Fill your world with colour and fun at the Tesselaar Tulip Festival. With over a million spring flowers in bloom and live entertainment daily there is...
Thousands of Lotus Flowers

Lotus Flower Season

Gardens & agriculture
26 Dec 2023 - 14 Apr 2024
The Blue Lotus Water Garden is one of Australia's most spectacular seasonal gardens open from 26 December to mid-April each year. The garden holds two...

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Zonzo Estate, Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges, Victoria, Australia

Winery restaurants

Koala at Healesville Sanctuary, Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges, Victoria, Australia

Top family experiences

Cumberland Walk, Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges, Victoria, Australia

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Midweek Super Special

Tower Motel - Marysville Accommodation
Per night $165*
Midweek Super Special for a couple or family getaway in Marysville.
Yarra Valley Wine & Wildlife Tour

Yarra Valley Wine and Wildlife Tour

Healesville Sanctuary
Price per adult and children’s (4-12 years) pricing on application*
Your next best Yarra Valley self-drive package.
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Christmas Day Lunch at DiVino Ristorante

DiVino Ristorante at Mandala Winery
per person $210*
Celebrate Christmas at DiVino Ristorante
Stylish, newly renovated luxury accommodation

10% off Boutique and Deluxe Lodge Rooms

Araluen Boutique Accommodation - Villas & Lodge
10% off*
Book direct and recieve 10% off.
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High Tea and Cherry-Picking

Cherry Picking at CherryHill Orchards, Wandin East
Adult $97, Child: $64*
A package for lovers of food and fun.
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Hot Air Balloon, Breakfast and Cherries

Cherry Picking at CherryHill Orchards, Coldstream
Per couple $938*
Join in this summer for the most picture-perfect and memorable, once-in-a-lifetime experience.

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Yarra Valley, Victoria, Australia

Yarra Valley wine region

Wine regions
Sip, sniff, and savour fine wines within the hallowed walls of historic Victorian viticultural institutions, or discover secret winery gems.
Yarra Vallery Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery, Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges, Victoria

Family activities

See & do
Occupy both the biggest and smallest family members in the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges, with budget accommodation, attractions and fun events.
Koala at Healesville Sanctuary, Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges, Victoria, Australia

Wildlife

Nature & wildlife
Encounter curious Australian animals in regional national parks, or get up close to your favourite creatures at the famous Healesville Sanctuary.
Black Spur Drive, Yarra Valley & Dandenong Ranges, Victoria, Australia

Road trips and itineraries

See & do
Take a tour on one of the most scenic routes in Victoria within easy reach of Melbourne, tasting fine wine and produce, and seeing wildlife and flora.