Take a turn off the tourist path to explore Victoria's High Country amidst the Australian Alps - the tail end of the mighty Great Dividing Range - a 3,000+ mile continuum of plateaus and mountains which stretch from northern Queensland to Central Victoria.
In Victoria's High Country, the locals will become your friends as they welcome you to the beauty of their region.
You'll most likely only have to share this peaceful wilderness and pristine environment with native birds and wildlife. Few others have found it.
Just 3 hours drive northeast of Melbourne, you'll be amazed at the soaring alpine peaks, remote rivers and lakes and the mystic forests of the Great Dividing Range. Stop in the region's historic small towns to indulge in freshly baked pastries and delicious gourmet meals accompanied by the finest High County wines.
Take a Walkabout through our sampling of tours and activities in this ageless region of Australia. Then email Authentic Australia or contact us at 1-888-825-4529 to include Victoria's High Country in your Australia vacation package and begin to Live your Other Life.
Walkabout in the footsteps of the early explorers with this deluxe walking tour, including:
Hike the Australian Alpine Walking Track across the High Plains;
Enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch at a cattlemen's hut on the Cobungra River;
Hike up to the Mount Hotham Resort on the Great Alpine Road for the night, with a luxury spa treatment before dinner;
Hike the iconic Razorback Ridge to the summit of Mount Feathertop - one of Victoria's highest peaks - for the expansive views across the Alpine National Park;
Spend your second night in a luxurious B&B in the historic town of Beechworth;
Experience the freshest local produce during dinner with a six-course degustation menu matched to the finest regional wines;
Your walking tour ends after a hearty breakfast in the morning.
History blends with breathtaking 360 degree views on this spectacular ride through Victoria's High Country, including:
Meet wildlife - kangaroos, wallabies and Australia's largest bird, the wedge tail eagle, as you ride into the mountains to "Dungeon Hut" for a gourmet picnic lunch;
Traverse the bridle tracks through quiet valleys and local historical sites;
Overnight at the "Riverhouse at Howqua Dale," a country house hotel on the bank of the Howqua River. Relax while enjoying a BBQ dinner at the riverside;
Ride up the Howqua River along the high track towards "Stockyard Creek" for a challenging day of riding with spectacular views over the river and long sections of cantering;
Ride through historic areas - Wares Flat, Whisky Flat, Tobacco Flat and Stockyard Creek - to the Stoney family's Pioneering Homestead (be sure to check the original pioneer relics) for a traditional Australian dinner and an overnight stay;
Relax for a day and explore the historic Howqua Hills area including "The Lookout," "The Chinese Gold Diggings," "Professors Hut," "Fred Frys Hut" and "Tunnel Bend." Dinner tonight is a festive feast at Greenstone, the Stoney family home, with a 5 course degustation menu;
Ride via the river track to the Riverhouse with long cantering flats and 30 river crossings for lunch at the "Hideout" decorated with memorabilia from The Man from Snowy River movie;
Overnight and dinner at the historic Kevington Hotel on the banks of the Goulburn River;
On your final day, set off for "Kate Camerons Peak" to view the perilously steep hill where the famous jump scene in the movie was filmed;
Your fantastic riding adventure ends with lunch at the farmhouse in Mansfield.
Spectacular views, deluxe accommodations and the thrill of downhill biking with this tour, including:
Rental of a front suspension Cross Country bike for 2 days including helmet, gloves and 2 hours of guided instruction;
Free time to explore the bicycle and walking trails on Mt Buller;
Day 2: Follow the route of the River Spur challenge, crossing the Delatite River 12 times, with plenty of riding variety and spectacular views, to Mirimbah at the base of Mt Buller;
Enjoy a hearty lunch at the Mirimbah Store before returning to Mt Buller;
2-nights accommodation at the Mt Buller Chalet Hotel, with full breakfast daily.
