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Melbourne and Victoria

Victoria is a diverse mix of natural beauty , arts , sport , superb food and wine , and accommodation ranging from luxury hotels to rustic farmstays . Melbourne buzzes with chic fashion stores , intimate lane-way cafés and bars , shows and nightlife . Scenic coastal drives , prized surfing beaches , fine wines and refined living are all part of the quintessential Victorian experience .
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Great Ocean Road
The road hugs the coastline for much of this signature route which is one of Australia ' s legendary drives . Breathtaking coastal scenery contrasts with the inland splendour of the Otway Ranges and quaint seaside towns . The limestone stacks of the Twelve Apostles front the foaming Southern Ocean on this spectacular drive .
Phillip Island
Located 90 minutes from Melbourne , Phillip Island is known for its Penguin Parade , the island ’ s top tourism experience . Tiny fairy penguins can be observed from seats on the beach as they emerge at dusk each day from the surf . Koalas , fur seals , pelicans , muttonbirds and other sea birds can also be viewed on the island .
Yarra Valley
Daylesford
The pretty Yarra Valley area is endowed with distant blue ranges , rolling hills strung with vines , towering trees , verdant valleys and pristine rivers . Fine wines and refined dining are the stars of this scenic setting , which stretches from Healesville to Marysville and Warburton . Many arts and craft studios offer a great chance to meet the locals .
Romance is never far away in historic Daylesford . Natural spas , bubbling natural springs , undulating green hills , top dining and relaxing accommodation make the short trip from Melbourne well worthwhile . Be prepared to be pampered in this treasured setting where bodily treats and culinary delights come together in the garden mist .
5 Day Great Ocean Road to Adelaide Self-Drive
Start your journey by visiting some of the most exciting native Australian wildlife in the Moonlit Sanctuary before you spend the night in the famous vacation hot spot – the Mornington Peninsula .
Travel along the spectacular Great Ocean Road , which winds alongside the wild and windswept Southern Ocean . See the monster waves at Bells Beach and wander along the sand of Lorne . View the Twelve Apostles , craggy limestone stacks which rise from the Southern Ocean . Stay in the unique fishing village of Port Fairy , one of Victoria ’ s earliest ports , before ending in Adelaide .
Day 1 : Melbourne – Mornington Peninsula Day 2 : Mornington Peninsula – Apollo Bay Day 3 : Apollo Bay – Port Fairy Day 4 : Port Fairy – Adelaide
Package includes : 4 day car rental , 3 nights of accommodation , day admission to Moonlit Sanctuary , Searoad Ferries from Sorrento to Queenscliff .
Moderate pricing from .
$ 499
Superior pricing from .
$ 699
Pricing is per person , double occupancy
From prices for accommodation are ‘ per room ’ and sightseeing are ‘ per person ’. www . andersonvacations . ca