Luxury holidays in Victoria
It may be one of the smallest states in Australia, but Victoria proves to be a fantastic destination for travellers wanting to get the best multicultural experience that this southern state has to offer. The capital city, Melbourne, is a hub of diverse international cultures, while the Grampians National Park has over 60 aboriginal rock art sites. This variety is what makes Victoria a truly fascinating place to spend your holiday.
Victoria’s southern coast is rugged and wild, with inlets and bays that seem to go on forever, perfect for kitesurfing in Altona, swimming at St Kilda, or sunbathing near the bathing huts in Brighton. This is also the location of the Great Ocean Road, a winding road that reaches around the small bays and tiny villages that litter the South Coast. This beautiful, 243-kilometer road is one of Australia’s most scenic drives and is the perfect destination for a self-drive holiday!
Victoria is also home to the Australian alps, a grand, hardstone mountain system whose highest peak is the colossal Mount Bogong. These stunning mountains provide a high-altitude playground for outdoor lovers, so get your boots on and hike the Three Peaks walk, passing wildflowers and waterfalls as you go. The Alpine National Park also offers some of the most staggering cliffs for rock climbers in all of Victoria.
Other exciting itinerary points to note in Victoria are:
- Melbourne has been voted the city with the best coffee, beating even Italian and French counterparts. Head to Jack’s of Melbourne for an incredible morning cup of coffee to start your day of adventures.
- A two-hour trip south of Melbourne takes you to Phillip Island, adjoined to the mainland by a bridge, to visit the little penguins. The adorable colony of small penguins return to the island at sunset, and you can view them from a safe distance for all.
- Visit gold rush era boomtown, Bendigo. Its Victorian era colonial buildings are a lasting testament to just how much gold was being produced here. It brought a rush of overseas settlers to Victoria, which is obvious today by the booming Chinatown area, and hotels such as The Shamrock.
- Hipster Fitzroy is a district of Melbourne not to be missed. The mecca of all things cool and kooky, it has a thriving music scene, plenty of vintage and kitsch shopping, and a fantastic array of international restaurants - you can get literally anything you want to eat here!
Victoria has it all - mountains, beaches, brilliant city life - and so a trip here is bound to be memorable! Contact us today and let’s get you on your way in style!
GRAMPIANS NATIONAL PARK
This famous nature reserve is known for sandstone mountains, wildlife, and being the home territory of wallabies. Aboriginal rock art can be found in the most remarkable places throughout this heritage-listed reserve, alongside truly spiritual places such as MacKenzie Falls and the Balconies natural lookouts. There are small towns dotted throughout, but it’s the stunning natural beauty of the flora, fauna, and hillscapes that draw people back to the Grampians. To get the best out of a trip to this magical place, hire a four-wheeled vehicle and drive to the best spots before taking in a treetop sunset!
Whether you’re looking for a luxury tailormade holiday, a fascinating escorted tour, the freedom of the open road with a motorhome holiday, an intimate wedding on the breath-taking rugged coastline or a romantic honeymoon filled with exciting adventures…. Victoria has it all for a unique holiday experience! Contact us today
