{"id":39555,"date":"2025-07-25T11:40:29","date_gmt":"2025-07-25T01:40:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/?p=39555"},"modified":"2025-07-25T11:40:32","modified_gmt":"2025-07-25T01:40:32","slug":"best-victoria-road-trips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/best-victoria-road-trips\/","title":{"rendered":"Take the Scenic Route: 4 of the Best Victoria Road Trip Destinations"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong><em>From ancient rock art to coastal hot springs, countryside wineries and humble-yet-wholesome bakeries, the best of Victoria is discovered on four wheels.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether winding along the <a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/search?destinationName=Great+Ocean+Road&amp;destinationId=le_6e9ec3a5f04df981371602cee0f28e18&amp;adults=2&amp;children=none\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/search?destinationName=Great+Ocean+Road&amp;destinationId=le_6e9ec3a5f04df981371602cee0f28e18&amp;adults=2&amp;children=none\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Great Ocean Road<\/a>, hopping between wineries in the <a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/search?destinationName=Yarra+Valley&amp;destinationId=le_e6fd3b368ff273183a74d471a141d7c3&amp;adults=2&amp;children=none\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/search?destinationName=Yarra+Valley&amp;destinationId=le_e6fd3b368ff273183a74d471a141d7c3&amp;adults=2&amp;children=none\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yarra Valley<\/a>, trailing dirt roads in the <a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/search?destinationName=Victoria&amp;destinationId=le_5781a2637b476d781eb3134581b32044&amp;adults=2&amp;children=none&amp;pages=1\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/search?destinationName=Victoria&amp;destinationId=le_5781a2637b476d781eb3134581b32044&amp;adults=2&amp;children=none&amp;pages=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">King Valley<\/a> or venturing into the jagged peaks of the <a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/search?destinationName=Victoria&amp;destinationId=le_5781a2637b476d781eb3134581b32044&amp;adults=2&amp;children=none&amp;pages=1\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/search?destinationName=Victoria&amp;destinationId=le_5781a2637b476d781eb3134581b32044&amp;adults=2&amp;children=none&amp;pages=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Grampians<\/a>, Victoria\u2019s road trip routes were made for adventure. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter where you&#8217;re headed, the all-terrain Land Rover Discovery is the perfect travel partner; equipped to handle every twist in the road and make the journey just as enjoyable as the destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mornington Peninsula&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/search?destinationName=Mornington+Peninsula&amp;destinationId=le_77a4a0e5a3bdfee80c9eff1420165977&amp;adults=2&amp;children=none&amp;pages=1\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/search?destinationName=Mornington+Peninsula&amp;destinationId=le_77a4a0e5a3bdfee80c9eff1420165977&amp;adults=2&amp;children=none&amp;pages=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mornington Peninsula<\/a> is the perfect Victorian road trip destination for surf days and hot springs adventures \u2013 and with roof rails for surfboards and bikes, there&#8217;s no better set of wheels to get you there than the Land Rover Discovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Begin your journey at <a href=\"https:\/\/albathermalsprings.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Alba Thermal Springs &amp; Spa<\/a> in Fingal, home to geothermal bathing pools and spa treatments. From there, wind inland to Red Hill and Flinders, known for wineries, gourmet products and rolling vineyards. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.foxeys-hangout.com.au\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.foxeys-hangout.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Foxeys Hangout<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redhillcandleco.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Red Hill Candle Co<\/a> are favourites, and tastings at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redhillestate.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Red Hill Estate<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/flinderstruffles.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Flinders Truffles<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mainridgedairy.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Main Ridge Dairy<\/a> don\u2019t disappoint.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cruise to the historic seaside village of Sorrento, where chic cafes, boutiques and bay views await. Head south to the cliffs of Cape Schanck Lighthouse for breathtaking views, then round off your trip with a wander through Point Nepean National Park. \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Luxury Escapes recently teamed up with Land Rover Discovery and Olympia Valance for the ultimate city-to-coast road trip in Victoria. Watch the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=X6qrP22ohXg&amp;t=66s\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">second<\/a> episode to follow along as Olympia makes the drive down to the Mornington Peninsula from Melbourne, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=2nQlbGnN-k8&amp;t=91s\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">check out the third episode<\/a> for more itinerary inspiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Recommended duration:<\/strong> Two to three days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"videowrapper\"><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/X6qrP22ohXg?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-AU&#038;autohide=2&#038;start=66&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Grampians<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Roughly a three-hour drive northwest of <a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/search?destinationName=Melbourne&amp;destinationId=le_15fa44474c92da27cf2125373356db4c&amp;adults=2&amp;children=none\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/search?destinationName=Melbourne&amp;destinationId=le_15fa44474c92da27cf2125373356db4c&amp;adults=2&amp;children=none\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Melbourne CBD<\/a> is one of Victoria&#8217;s most visually spectacular regions, the <a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/search?destinationName=Victoria&amp;destinationId=le_5781a2637b476d781eb3134581b32044&amp;adults=2&amp;children=none&amp;pages=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Grampians<\/a>. Rich in Aboriginal significance, this ancient site, shaped by nature over millions of years, wows with dramatic sandstone peaks and wildflowers. Your first stop, Halls Gap, is a charming town nestled between towering mountains. Look for echidnas and wallabies and spend days hiking to waterfalls.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out Reeds Lookout, Boroka Lookout and MacKenzie Falls, then pop into boutique cellar doors like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fallengiants.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fallen Giants<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/pomonalestate.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pomonal Estate<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.langi.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mount Langi Ghiran<\/a>. The Land Rover Discovery&#8217;s all-terrain technology and generous interiors (read: plenty of room for hiking boots and poles) are ideal for this\u00a0choose-your-own-adventure-style drive, no matter if you&#8217;re travelling with your partner, your four-legged best friend or the whole family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just south sits Brambuk the National Park &amp; Cultural Centre \u2013 an award-winning destination offering meaningful opportunities to connect with the region\u2019s Indigenous community, the Jadawadjali and Djab Wurrung People. Make the most of wood-fired pizza and regional wines at Paper Scissors Rock Brew Co., or for something sweet, stop by Coolas Ice Creamery.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Recommended duration:<\/strong> Three to four days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Yarra Valley&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.landrover.com.au\/discovery\/discovery\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"855\" height=\"641\" src=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/LR-Discovery.jpg\" alt=\"-\" class=\"wp-image-39587\" srcset=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/LR-Discovery.jpg 855w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/LR-Discovery-350x262.jpg 350w, https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/LR-Discovery-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 855px) 100vw, 855px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Land Rover Discovery.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In Victoria&#8217;s famous wine country, east of Melbourne&#8217;s CBD, make Healesville Sanctuary, a bushland haven for Australian wildlife, your first stop and visit koalas, kangaroos and dingos. Drive past vine-covered hills to Chandon Australia, where premium sparkling wines pair perfectly with a leisurely lunch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Park at the award-winning <a href=\"https:\/\/fourpillarsgin.com\/?srsltid=AfmBOopf1G-YMVy9F0nLpRkO-ec0YsPyNKnIgpB4e2GKkcAfLv-tIbHl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Four Pillars Gin Distillery<\/a> for a tasting flight. Art lovers should detour to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.twma.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TarraWarra Museum of Art<\/a>, where contemporary and modern pieces celebrate Australian art and architecture. Experience farmhouse charm at <a href=\"https:\/\/yvd.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yarra Valley Dairy<\/a>, with delicious creamy cheeses worth trying. Between destinations, the Land Rover Discovery&#8217;s wireless phone charging ensures you stay connected, so you can share every scenic stop and gourmet moment with those back home.\u00a0The spacious boot ensures you have plenty of room for any take-home souvenirs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Recommended duration:<\/strong> One to two days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">High Country&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Framed by tree-lined streets and mountain views, the picturesque village of Bright is a haven for cyclists and nature lovers, with standout dining to match. Think pub classics at <a href=\"https:\/\/brightbrewery.com.au\/?srsltid=AfmBOop1-cKMSBb7XE8Ffh1gx_Ohmok-Umi_f7jK8RRJ7xcwW6PEEPBP\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bright Brewery<\/a>, top-notch Italian at Tigre Vita (within Alpine Hotel Bright) and modern comfort food at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomahawksbright.com.au\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.tomahawksbright.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tomahawks<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From there, Mount Buffalo National Park\u2019s winding alpine roads and forest tracks lead to panoramic lookouts, waterfalls and rewarding hikes \u2013 navigated with ease thanks to the Land Rover Discovery\u2019s hill descent control. The gold rush town of Beechworth is worth a visit, with its historic streets and, of course, the famous pastries of Beechworth Bakery. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Head to King Valley, one of Australia\u2019s premier wine regions. Cellar doors like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pizzini.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.pizzini.com.au\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Pizzini Wines<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dalzotto.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.dalzotto.com.au\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Dal Zotto Wines<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/politiniwines.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/politiniwines.com.au\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Politini Wines<\/a> bring hearty hospitality after a windy drive through dirt roads. Finish your trip in the charming town of Mansfield, with time spent at nearby Mount Buller for skiing in winter and hikes in summer. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Recommended duration:<\/strong> Five to seven days.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"lux_UI lux_offer_carousel\">\n\t\n\t<h3>Discover Victoria<\/h3>\t\n\t<section class=\"splide lux_offer_carousel_feed\" aria-label=\"Luxury Escapes: Discover Victoria\">\n\t\n\t\t<div class=\"splide__arrows\">\n\t\t<button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--prev\"><\/button>\n\t\t<button class=\"splide__arrow splide__arrow--next\"><\/button>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t<div class=\"splide__track\">\n\t\t<div class=\"splide__list\">\n\t\t\t\n<div id=\"offer_006RF00000UIgh7YAD\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_eca972f9918ffcf59d62031d023e10e7\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/offer\/the-langham-melbourne-victoria-australia\/006RF00000UIgh7YAD\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer Flash carousel LuxPlus   \" data-name=\"The Langham, Melbourne\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/smfvalgjrk02gqkqdxv6.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/smfvalgjrk02gqkqdxv6.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/smfvalgjrk02gqkqdxv6.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/smfvalgjrk02gqkqdxv6.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/smfvalgjrk02gqkqdxv6.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/smfvalgjrk02gqkqdxv6.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"The Langham, Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tags\"><\/div><div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Melbourne, Australia<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">The Langham, Melbourne<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Award-Winning Melbourne Luxury with Daily Breakfast &#038; 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Apartments, Geelong, Victoria\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tags\"><\/div><div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Geelong, Victoria<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Bayside Geelong Hotel &amp; Apartments<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Geelong Bayfront Boutique Stay with Daily Breakfast, Nightly Drinks, Parking &#038; A$50 Dining Credit<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">2 nights, 1 room from<\/div><div class=\"range luxplus\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$259<\/span><span class=\"type\"> total<\/span><span class=\"with_luxplus\"> with <em><\/em><\/span><\/div><div class=\"range range_small\"><span class=\"label\">Non-member<\/span><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$289<\/span><\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$513<\/span><span class=\"percentage\">-43%<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_006RF00000Kkq6YYAR\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_eca972f9918ffcf59d62031d023e10e7\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/offer\/the-sebel-yarrawonga-silverwoods-victoria-australia\/006RF00000Kkq6YYAR\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer Flash carousel LuxPlus   \" data-name=\"The Sebel Yarrawonga Silverwoods\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/8zm34teemtxuabo2yoec.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/8zm34teemtxuabo2yoec.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/8zm34teemtxuabo2yoec.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/8zm34teemtxuabo2yoec.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/8zm34teemtxuabo2yoec.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/8zm34teemtxuabo2yoec.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"The Sebel Yarrawonga Silverwoods, Murray River, Victoria\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tags\"><\/div><div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Murray River, Victoria<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">The Sebel Yarrawonga Silverwoods<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Victoria Lakeside Escape near Black Bull Golf Course with Daily Breakfast, Round of Golf &#038; $50 Dining Credit<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">2 nights, 1 room from<\/div><div class=\"range luxplus\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$499<\/span><span class=\"type\"> total<\/span><span class=\"with_luxplus\"> with <em><\/em><\/span><\/div><div class=\"range range_small\"><span class=\"label\">Non-member<\/span><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$519<\/span><\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$701<\/span><span class=\"percentage\">-25%<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_006RF00000NvPfaYAF\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_eca972f9918ffcf59d62031d023e10e7\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/offer\/the-sands-torquay-victoria-australia\/006RF00000NvPfaYAF\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer Flash carousel LuxPlus   \" data-name=\"The Sands Torquay\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/t94vss4xsg20615bmfkf.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/t94vss4xsg20615bmfkf.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/t94vss4xsg20615bmfkf.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/t94vss4xsg20615bmfkf.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/t94vss4xsg20615bmfkf.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/t94vss4xsg20615bmfkf.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"The Sands Torquay, Torquay, Victoria\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tags\"><\/div><div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Torquay, Victoria<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">The Sands Torquay<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Great Ocean Road Escape: Torquay Coastal Retreat with Daily Breakfast &#038; Nightly Drinks<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">2 nights, 1 room from<\/div><div class=\"range luxplus\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$249<\/span><span class=\"type\"> total<\/span><span class=\"with_luxplus\"> with <em><\/em><\/span><\/div><div class=\"range range_small\"><span class=\"label\">Non-member<\/span><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$299<\/span><\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$583<\/span><span class=\"percentage\">-48%<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_006RF00000P7fhaYAB\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_eca972f9918ffcf59d62031d023e10e7\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/offer\/mantra-lorne-great-ocean-road-victoria-australia\/006RF00000P7fhaYAB\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer Flash carousel LuxPlus   \" data-name=\"Mantra Lorne\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/4nt6t1u0p444zfjafahe.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/4nt6t1u0p444zfjafahe.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/4nt6t1u0p444zfjafahe.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/4nt6t1u0p444zfjafahe.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/4nt6t1u0p444zfjafahe.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/4nt6t1u0p444zfjafahe.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"Mantra Lorne, Lorne, Victoria\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tags\"><\/div><div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Lorne, Victoria<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Mantra Lorne<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Great Ocean Road Escape at Lorne&#8217;s Only Beachfront Hotel with Daily Breakfast<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">2 nights, 1 room from<\/div><div class=\"range luxplus\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$199<\/span><span class=\"type\"> total<\/span><span class=\"with_luxplus\"> with <em><\/em><\/span><\/div><div class=\"range range_small\"><span class=\"label\">Non-member<\/span><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$239<\/span><\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$458<\/span><span class=\"percentage\">-47%<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_006RF00000PwANDYA3\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_eca972f9918ffcf59d62031d023e10e7\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/offer\/the-sanctuary-at-alba-thermal-springs-and-spa-fingal-victoria-australia\/006RF00000PwANDYA3\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer Flash carousel LuxPlus   \" data-name=\"The Sanctuary at Alba Thermal Springs &#038; Spa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/heiw89wkqb8pjetvsiru.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/heiw89wkqb8pjetvsiru.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/heiw89wkqb8pjetvsiru.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/heiw89wkqb8pjetvsiru.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/heiw89wkqb8pjetvsiru.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/heiw89wkqb8pjetvsiru.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"The Sanctuary at Alba Thermal Springs &amp; Spa, Fingal, Victoria\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tags\"><span class=\"new\">New<\/span><\/div><div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Fingal, Victoria<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">The Sanctuary at Alba Thermal Springs &amp; Spa<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Serene Mornington Peninsula Thermal Springs Escape with Spa Access, Daily Breakfast &#038; Nightly Dinner<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">2 nights, 1 room from<\/div><div class=\"range luxplus\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$1,249<\/span><span class=\"type\"> total<\/span><span class=\"with_luxplus\"> with <em><\/em><\/span><\/div><div class=\"range range_small\"><span class=\"label\">Non-member<\/span><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$1,279<\/span><\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$1,820<\/span><span class=\"percentage\">-29%<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_006RF00000PwEgvYAF\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_eca972f9918ffcf59d62031d023e10e7\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/offer\/jackalope-hotel-mornington-peninsula-victoria-australia\/006RF00000PwEgvYAF\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer Flash carousel LuxPlus   \" data-name=\"Jackalope Hotel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/pudwx7d3w44w2wth4zd6.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/pudwx7d3w44w2wth4zd6.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/pudwx7d3w44w2wth4zd6.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/pudwx7d3w44w2wth4zd6.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/pudwx7d3w44w2wth4zd6.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/pudwx7d3w44w2wth4zd6.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"Jackalope Hotel, Mornington Peninsula, Victoria\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tags\"><\/div><div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Mornington Peninsula, Victoria<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Jackalope Hotel<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Mornington Peninsula Vineyard Luxury with Award-Winning Dining, Daily Breakfast &#038; Nightly Cocktails<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">2 nights, 1 room from<\/div><div class=\"range luxplus\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$849<\/span><span class=\"type\"> total<\/span><span class=\"with_luxplus\"> with <em><\/em><\/span><\/div><div class=\"range range_small\"><span class=\"label\">Non-member<\/span><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$929<\/span><\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$1,573<\/span><span class=\"percentage\">-40%<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_006RF00000RiWxWYAV\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_eca972f9918ffcf59d62031d023e10e7\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/offer\/lancemore-milawa-king-valley-victoria-australia\/006RF00000RiWxWYAV\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer Flash carousel LuxPlus   \" data-name=\"Lancemore Milawa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/424e5njudbsw40ixetm.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/424e5njudbsw40ixetm.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/424e5njudbsw40ixetm.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/424e5njudbsw40ixetm.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/424e5njudbsw40ixetm.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/424e5njudbsw40ixetm.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"Lancemore Milawa, Milawa, Victoria\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tags\"><\/div><div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Milawa, Victoria<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Lancemore Milawa<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Boutique King Valley Vineyard Escape with Daily Breakfast, Nightly Drinks &#038; Wine Tastings<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">2 nights, 1 room from<\/div><div class=\"range luxplus\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$339<\/span><span class=\"type\"> total<\/span><span class=\"with_luxplus\"> with <em><\/em><\/span><\/div><div class=\"range range_small\"><span class=\"label\">Non-member<\/span><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$354<\/span><\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$910<\/span><span class=\"percentage\">-57%<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"offer_006RF00000SNXcgYAH\" class=\"splide__slide offer_item type_hotel cacheid_eca972f9918ffcf59d62031d023e10e7\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/luxuryescapes.com\/us\/offer\/lanson-place-parliament-gardens-melbourne-victoria-australia\/006RF00000SNXcgYAH\" data-le=\"promo\" data-type=\"offer Flash carousel LuxPlus   \" data-name=\"Lanson Place Parliament Gardens\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"offer_link_wrap\">\t<div class=\"offer_preview\">\n\t\t<figure><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/ksfu80iuius58nch9pvg.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_250\/ksfu80iuius58nch9pvg.webp 250w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_400\/ksfu80iuius58nch9pvg.webp 400w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_600\/ksfu80iuius58nch9pvg.webp 600w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_800\/ksfu80iuius58nch9pvg.webp 800w, https:\/\/images.luxuryescapes.com\/q_auto:eco,c_fill,g_auto,ar_16:9,w_1200\/ksfu80iuius58nch9pvg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 250px, 250px\" alt=\"Lanson Place Parliament Gardens, Melbourne, Victoria\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\"><\/figure>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"offer_details\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tags\"><\/div><div class=\"location\"><i><\/i><span>Melbourne, Victoria<\/span><\/div><div class=\"name\">Lanson Place Parliament Gardens<\/div><div class=\"tagline\">Melbourne Heritage Elegance near Parliament Gardens with Daily Breakfast<\/div><div class=\"deal_info\"><div class=\"nights\">2 nights, 1 room from<\/div><div class=\"range luxplus\"><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$299<\/span><span class=\"type\"> total<\/span><span class=\"with_luxplus\"> with <em><\/em><\/span><\/div><div class=\"range range_small\"><span class=\"label\">Non-member<\/span><span class=\"currency\">US<\/span><span class=\"price\">$349<\/span><\/div><div class=\"value_box\"><span class=\"value\">Valued up to US$834<\/span><span class=\"percentage\">-58%<\/span><\/div><\/div>\t<\/div>\n\t<\/a><\/div>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From ancient rock art to coastal hot springs, countryside wineries and humble-yet-wholesome bakeries, the best of Victoria is discovered on four wheels. 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