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Activities in Yarra Valley


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    Private, flexible food & wine journey in luxury vehicle. Personalised service with experienced & friendly host. Interesting & informative people at each venue to chat to, enhancing your experience & making for a relaxing, exclusive day in the Yarra Valley.
     
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    Departs from Essendon Airport, then experience a thrilling Melbourne city scenic flight, en route to a landing at the exclusive Dominique Portet Winery in the Yarra Valley Winery region. Treat yourself on the ground and then your return helicopter flight awaits. Stunning
     
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    Melbourne's number one wine tour with AAT Kings, tour the Yarra Valley, enjoy three of Victoria's premier wineries with wine tastings, lunch and a guided tour.
     
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    The Yarra Valley might be world famous for its wineries but it is also home to some of Australia's best breweries (and cideries). Come with us as we explore this beautiful part of the state hopping from brewery to brewery tasting great beer and sumptuous food. A day out you will never forget!
     

Tourist Attractions in Yarra Valley


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    Healesville Sanctuary

    Australia's award winning wildlife sanctuary located in a beautiful natural environment. Open every day from 9am-5pm.

    Homepage

    03 59572800

     
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    The Riverside Walk

    At Warburton, this beautiful walk is immensely popular with locals and visitors. The walk can begin or end at any of the six bridges crossing the Yarra behind the township. The total walk is around 5 km, with a number of attractive rest stops along the way. There are BBQ and picnic facilities.
     
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    The National Trail

    The National Walking Trail starts in Healesville and ends in Cooktown QLD. It covers a distance of 5,330km following historic coach and stock routes, linking 18 National Parks.

    03 53461202

     
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    Katandra Wildflower Gardens

    Internationally renowned 8 acre private gardens featuring an amazing collection of Australia's native flora with native birds flying free amidst the native plants. Garden of Bob, "Gardener of the year 2005." Allow an hour to wander amongs this unique collection of plants from all states of Australia.

    Homepage

    +61 3 5964 4523

     
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    'Arden' Singing Gardens of C J Dennis

    Wander through this magical Toolangi garden where Australia's poet C J Dennis used to live and have a wonderful devonshire tea with magnificent scones made by the owner - Jan Williams. With the River at the bottom of the garden and some fantastic trees such as a Copper Beech. Its great for a morning or afternoon out!

    03 59 629 282

     
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    WirraWilla Rainforest Boardwalk

    Located off Sylvia Creek Road about 4km from the Myers Creek Road in Toolangi - this beautiful boardwalk meanders through a cool temperate rainforest. It is a natural wonder and is worthwhile visiting in any season. During Summer it is amazing how cool it is under the canopy of myrtle beech, southern Sassafras and majestic tree ferns. Stroll over bridges that criss cross the cool, clear mountain stream and listen out for the calls of the elusive lyrebirds.
     

Restaurants in Yarra Valley


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    RSL

    Located 2km from Healesville Maroondah View Motel. Great meals.
     
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    Dam Restauarant

    Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Bookings essential. Scenic location. Perfect for small functions and private dining. Balcony with views. Located at Healesville Maroondah VIew Motel, 1 McKenzie Avenue Healesville.

    5962 4154

     
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    Toolangi Tavern

    It is finally open! After 31 years of no pub - there is the Tavern and it is right opposite where the old pub burnt down all those years ago. Great tavern meals from $15. Cnr of Chum Creek & Myers Creek Road - Toolangi

    0359629398

     
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    Rustic Charm Restaurant

    Rustic Charm restaurant is an award winning restaurant open Wed to Saturday nights. It is at Wild Cattle Creek Winery Warburton Highway Wandin North.

    Homepage

    03 5964 3694

     
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    Healesville Hotel

    Eat at the award winniing Healesville Hotel. Winner of Good food award, chefs hat 2007

    Homepage

    5962 4002

     
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    Giant Steps

    Cellar door, artisan bakery, pizzeria and restaurant in the main street of Healesville. features in Gourmet Traveller and The Age Epicure.

    Homepage

    03 5962 6111

     

Things To Do in Yarra Valley


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    The Lilydale to Warburton Rail Trail

    Cycle or walk the wonderfully scenic Lilydale to Warburton Rail Trail. The 38 kilometre trail follows an old railway line built in 1901. To cycle the trail one way takes a good 3 hours.
     
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    Maroondah Reservoir Park

    Perfect for picnics, BBQs, trail walking, birdwatching. Lovely Gardens. Rotundas for hire for Weddings and other events. Walking Trails link to the National Trail.
     
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    Healesville Community Market

    Ist Sunday of each month at the Shopping Centre Car Park
     
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    Wirrawilla Walk

    Toolangi Rainforest Walk, short and easy, 20 minutes, with rest stops and wheelchair access for full length of boardwalk

    5962 9203

     
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    Marysville Community Market

    2nd Sunday of the month, Main St Marysville, 30 minute drive from Healesville.
     

Local History in Yarra Valley


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    Mont De Lancey

    Historic home, museum, chapel, blacksmith's shop and restaurant.

    Homepage

    03 5964 2088

     

Shopping in Yarra Valley


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    Warburton Arti-facts

    Visit Warburton's Old Bus Depot by the river to buy gifts, books, candles, hammocks, cushions, furniture, kites and many more beautiful homewares. This shop is a must see for gifts from near and far. Goods are imported from all over the world and outdoor garden ornaments are made on the premise. Look for the coloured flags flying.

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