Full-Day Ballarat Gold Rush Tour with Werribee Mansion & Sovereign Hill
Delve into western Victoria’s fascinating Gold Rush history on this full-day tour from Melbourne to Ballarat. The journey begins with a visit to Werribee Park and its magnificent 19th-century mansion, before continuing north into the heart of the goldfields. Step back in time at Sovereign Hill, where you can pan for gold in the ‘Diggings’, wander main street and taste iconic raspberry drops at Brown’s Confectionery. Then head underground for a self-guided tour of Red Hill Mine and explore Ballarat’s historic streets as you ponder what life was like for the gold miners.
Inclusions
- Valid for one infant (0–3), one child (4–15) or one adult (16+)
- Full-day Ballarat Gold Rush tour
- Visit Werribee Park & Werribee Park Mansion
- Admission to Sovereign Hill
- Self-guided tour of the Red Hill Mine
- Friendly and informative Chinese and English-speaking driver/guide
- Transport throughout the tour via air-conditioned coach
- Return transfers from selected Melbourne CBD locations
- Please note: A gratuity of A$5 per person is payable directly to your driver/guide by cash on the day of tour
- Available: Tuesday & Saturday: Departs from 8.45am; returns from 8pm (approximately)
- Pick-up points:
- 8.45am: Grand Hyatt Hotel – 42 Russell Street, Melbourne VIC 3000. Be waiting near the eagle statues
- 9am: lululemon – 287 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne VIC 3000. Be waiting between McDonald’s and Emporium S/C
- 9.15am: The Men’s Gallery – 601 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
- 9.30am: The Great Southern Hotel – 52 Spencer Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
Pricing & availability
Multiple Locations
Things to know
- Bookings are essential at least 24 hours in advance. Should Extragreen Holidays need to contact you regarding your reservation, they will do so via the email/phone number you have supplied upon making your booking
- Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior to scheduled pick-up time. Late arrivals and no-shows to pick-up location voids offer
- Present printed or smartphone voucher upon arrival
Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.
100% refund to your original payment method or credits
- Up to 7 days after purchase
- As long as 7 days before booking date
Non-refundable
- From 168 hours before the booking date
Tuesday & Saturday
Important:
- Exclusions: Food, drinks, hotel transfers, and gratuities
- Any additional personal expenses must be paid directly to vendor(s)
- Please note: A gratuity of A$5 per person is payable directly to your driver/guide by cash on the day of tour
- Make sure to choose the departure location that is nearest to you and arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Failure to wait out the front of your selected location may result in the tour guide being unable to locate you, causing failure to load. Extragreen Holidays cannot be held responsible for passengers who fail to load.
- This is a shared tour, meaning you will likely share your ride with other guests
- Please allow up to 12 hours for this experience, including travel time
Terms & Conditions:
- Itinerary is subject to change depending on availability, weather and road conditions
- Minimum numbers apply for tour to proceed. If a tour fails to satisfy minimum numbers, the trip may be cancelled or rescheduled
- Tour itineraries, routes and stops may change or be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, including but not limited to weather conditions, road hazards or mechanical issues
- Please note, pick-up and drop-off times can vary from day to day, subject to traffic and weather conditions
Please Note:
- Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
- Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused portions will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date
Important:
We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website
Extragreen Holidays
Extragreen Holidays delivers memorable adventures across Australia’s most spectacular landscapes, from the dramatic cliffs of the Tasman Peninsula to the iconic Great Ocean Road. With a focus on quality experiences, expert guidance and warm, attentive service, the team creates seamless journeys designed to inspire every kind of traveller.