Gold - 1850 - The world focussed on Ballarat as the cry 'Gold' echoed around the globe. People from all nations poured into Ballarat to seek a fortune, many found the real Australia and decided to make this great land their home. Today, you too can capture the excitement of these bawdy times as you visit the scene of revolt, rebellion and the emergence of democracy at Eureka and Sovereign Hill - Ballarat.

Included In Price

Coach touring, entrance fees to Sovereign Hill, Gold Museum, complimentary souvenir gift, and on~coach "Sovereign Hill" introductory video.

Highlights:
- Travel the Western Highway - stagecoach route of the 1850's
- Bacchus Marsh - a landscape of orchards - once a resting place for the Cobb & Co stagecoach
- Ballarat - enjoy a complete town tour of this gracious city with its exquisite gardens and noble statues
- Eureka Stockade - site of the 1854 Miner's Rebellion
- Visit Sovereign Hill - an authentic recreation of an 1850's gold mining town. See & experience...
- Gold panning in Red Gully Creek
- Take a guided tour of the underground mine (own expense)
- Blacksmiths and traditional craftsmen
- Visit the Gold Museum & "Voyage of Discovery" - an audio visual of life on the Australian goldfields
- Visit the many original shops
- Perhaps try some homemade boiled lollies! Maybe a Devonshire Tea at the New York Bakery?
- The Chinese Village - highlighting Chinese involvement in the goldfields
- Why not ride a stagecoach!
- Take in the atmosphere of Main St.
- Watch the Giant Crushing Battery
- Treat yourself to lunch at the United States Hotel.

Price Valid For

Per person (Prices valid 1/4/2012 to 31/3/2013)

Booking Notes

Operates DAILY (October to March) and Operates Mon,Tues,Thurs,Sat - (April to September).
Does not operate Christmas Day
Depart: 8:20am
Return: 5:30pm

Please check in 15 minutes prior to departure.

Children aged 4-14 are eligible to receive a 50% discount off Adult fares unless otherwise stated (15 and over is an adult. Under 4 is free).

Departure Time

8:20am

Meeting Point

Melbourne Day Tour Centre, Federation Square East, crn Flinders & Russell Streets, Melbourne OR Alternatively we offer free hotel courtesy pick-ups. If you wish to be picked up from your hotel please wait outside at least 5 minutes prior to pick-up time. Note: Pick up times may vary depending on traffic, no hotel drop-off after morning tours.

Location

Sovereign Hill, Victoria, Australia

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