The Way to See Victoria
Natural Wonders
The Great Ocean Road
(Begins 2 hours south-west of Melbourne)
Take a long slow drive along some of the most spectacular
coastline you will see in the world. The Great Ocean Road
is the entryway to a host of coastal natural landmarks.
Port
Campbell and the 12 Apostles
(4 hours south-west of Melbourne)
The free-standing, towering rocks of the 12 Apostles are
a must-see for travellers in Victoria. Whether viewed from
the cliffs, or from down on the surf beaches, the Apostles
are awe inspiring. Other natural spectacles on the Shipwreck
Coast include the Loch Ard Gorge, the Grotto and London Bridge.
Whale
Watching
(5 hours south-west of Melbourne)
From May to October you get the chance to see Southern Right
Whales in their breeding groundings near Warrnambool.
The
Grampians
(3.5 to 4 hours west of Melbourne)
If fascinating bush walks and stunning views are your thing
then a trip to The Grampians mountains is in order.
Penguin
Parade
(1.5 to 2 hours south-east of Melbourne)
One of the hottest attractions in Australia is the nightly
parade of Fairy Penguins to their beach-side nests. Also on
Phillip Island is a key koala sanctuary.
Snowfields
(2.5 to 6 hours north-east of Melbourne)
While known as the sunburnt country, Australia boasts some
excellent snowfields in the Victorian Alps.
Wilson's
Promontory
(3 to 4 hours east of Melbourne)
The Prom, as it is known, is a world-heritage listed area
that will delight nature lovers. A myriad of bush and beach
walks are available, take time to see Australian fauna up
close or don snorkels, masks and flippers and explore an undersea
wonderland.
Buchan
Caves
(5 hours east of Melbourne)
If you enjoy caving then the Buchan Caves are some of the
most interesting in Australia. There are guided tours through
the limestone Fairy Cave and Royal Cave. �Wild� tours are
available for small groups into the unlit caves, less accessible
caves.
Others
Historic Sites
Suggested Trip Itineraries
Wineries
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