From Melbourne: Grampians National Park Small Group Tour
🏎 Why We Picked This
Day trips from the race city work best on Thursday (full day) or Sunday morning with an early return before the race start. Book well in advance — these sell out fast during race week.
📅 Popular during Grand Prix week
From Melbourne: Grampians National Park Small Group Tour
From $110 per person
About this experience
Discover the spectacular landscapes of the Grampians (Gariwerd) on this full-day adventure from Melbourne. Journey through rugged mountain ranges, cascading waterfalls, and panoramic lookouts, while encountering native Australian wildlife and exploring the region’s rich Aboriginal heritage. Depart Melbourne early and travel through western Victoria’s historic goldfields. Pause in the charming town of Beaufort for morning tea before continuing towards the Grampians. From the surrounding plains, catch your first breathtaking view of Mt William as the sandstone ridges of the park rise dramatically against the sky. While the Brambuk Aboriginal Cultural Centre is currently closed, guests can still learn about the region’s cultural significance through interpretive commentary from your guide. Hear about the local Indigenous people, their connection to the land, and the six seasons of the Grampians, while keeping an eye out for kangaroos and emus that often roam the area. Venture into the heart of the park and arrive at Halls Gap, a picturesque township nestled beneath the mountains. Take time to explore and enjoy lunch at your own expense before continuing into the Mt Difficult Range. Stop at Boroka Lookout for sweeping views of the surrounding plains, then walk to Reeds Lookout, a dramatic cliff-edge vantage point offering one of the park’s most photographed panoramic views. Continue to The Balconies, a striking rock formation featured in the Japanese animation Princess Mononoke, where the cliffs and surrounding landscape provide perfect photo opportunities. Next, experience the majestic MacKenzie Falls, one of Australia’s largest and most iconic waterfalls. Follow the stairs down to the base of the cascade to feel the cool spray and soak up the natural beauty. For those seeking a quieter stop, Silverband Falls offers a serene alternative with equally stunning surroundings. As the afternoon draws to a close, watch for large mobs of kangaroos grazing in the park before beginning the return journey to Melbourne. On the way home, make a short rest stop in Ararat, a convenient spot to stretch your legs and refresh before continuing the scenic drive back to the city. Travel in comfort aboard a small-group vehicle with large panoramic windows for sightseeing and photography, ensuring a relaxed and intimate journey throughout the day.
Highlights
- ✓Explore Grampians National Park with breathtaking lookouts and rugged cliffs.
- ✓Spot kangaroos, emus, and native birds roaming freely in their natural habitat.
- ✓Marvel at MacKenzie Falls one of Australia’s largest and most iconic waterfalls.
- ✓Walk to Reeds Lookout and The Balconies for panoramic, crowd-free views.
- ✓Learn about Aboriginal heritage and the six seasons of the Grampians landscape.
What's included
- ✓Transport by modern, air-conditioned small-group vehicle
- ✓Driver-guide with local knowledge
- ✓Morning tea and snacks
- ✓National Park entry fees
- ✓Guided bushwalking (moderate fitness level)
- ✓Complimentary onboard Wi-Fi
- ✓Pickup and drop-off from selected Melbourne CBD hotels for your convenience.
- ✓Multilingual audio translation app available in several languages: Cantonese, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, and Spanish
Not included
- ✕Any meals not indicated within the itinerary
Good to know
• A moderate level of fitness is required to complete the walks • In the event of rain or bad weather, your experience will still go ahead, unless contacted by the activity provider • The activity provider reserves the right to alter the itinerary during seasonal weather fluctuations and/or during park closures • A phone number for contact is required at the time of booking • Child fare prices apply from 6 to 12 years old • There is limited storage space on the vehicle. Baggage allowance is limited to a 5 to 7 kg bag per person
Getting there
Meet at the Immigration Museum at 7:35 AM. This at the corner of Flinders & Market Street. Wait for our white mini coach to pull up on Market Street. Our Tour Guides are wearing a green shirt and you will see an Autopia Logo on the bus. Alternatively, if you wish to change your pickup location please contact the activity provider.
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“Did this day tour with Chris aka Kiwi as our guide. What a fantastic guide he is! I learnt so much more about the history of Melbourne and about the towns we passed by in the time had with him. We were provided tea, coffee, cookies, muffins and Tim Tams for morning tea. This was a very much appreciated pick-up as I had to get up early in the morning. Enough rest stops, and enough time for lunch at local venues. Will definitely be doing this in another season!”
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Did this day tour with Chris aka Kiwi as our guide. What a fantastic guide he is! I learnt so much more about the history of Melbourne and about the towns we passed by in the time had with him. We were provided tea, coffee, cookies, muffins and Tim Tams for morning tea. This was a very much appreciated pick-up as I had to get up early in the morning. Enough rest stops, and enough time for lunch at local venues. Will definitely be doing this in another season!
Très bonne organisation. Pause lunch un peu courte.