Ballarat was the first of the great goldfields to be rushed, which sat astride one of the worlds largest deposits of alluvial gold.
The tour takes you to gold heritage locations that were significent to Ballarat & Buninyong during the 1850's goldrush. See the original Eureka flag that was flown over the Eureka Stockade battleground, then go through the Eureka Centre that interprets the history of Eureka.
You enjoy a complimentary morning tea in Lydiard Street, amongst the finest gold heritage buildings.
Catch breath taking views, or spot a koala or two at Mt Buninyong, an extinct volcano. Enjoy a walk on the shores of Lake Wendouree with your Ecoguide, spotting the water birds, then to Sovereign Hill to experience Ballarat in the goldrush era, pan for gold, ride a stagecoach, shop in Main Street.
You also experience Wathaurung Aboriginal Culture at Kirrit Barreet, plus to enhance the local koala habitat, you plant a tree and receive a certificate.
Ballarat (Bendigo and Goldfields - Victoria)
Melbourne (Melbourne - Victoria)
Exact meeting point and supplier's details are provided immediately after booking.
Maximum 6 people on tour.
Tour runs from 6.30am to approx 5.00pm
Free return train travel from Melbourne is included as well as pickup/drop-off at Ballarat Railway Station.
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