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Discover private gardens of Victoria’s East and West Gippsland and the Goldfields region of the state’s north-east. Wander the spectacular gardens of Broughton Hall, as well as the grounds of charming Picardy Garden. In Walhalla, step back in time as you take a journey on the Goldfields Railway. Further east, Lakes Entrance presents magnificent views over the Gippsland Lakes. Then follow the Great Alpine Road to Dinner Plain in search of wildflowers.
This journey departs:
17 November 2026
16 November 2027
Departures & Pricing
- 17 Nov 2026 - 23 Nov 2026
from $5,795 pp twin share / $7,395 pp solo * - 16 Nov 2027 - 22 Nov 2027
from $5,795 pp twin share / $7,395 pp solo *
* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.
Upgrades, transfers, accommodation and more can be quoted on enquiry — call 1300 414 198.
Itinerary
- 1
Melbourne, Peppermint Ridge Farm and Warragul
Depart Melbourne and travel to Peppermint Ridge Farm, where you will enjoy a guided tour of the native food garden followed by a two-course lunch highlighting the flavours of Australian native foods. We then continue on to a beautiful private garden before arriving in Warragul.
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Broughton Hall and Private Gardens
Today we visit Broughton Hall, one of Victoria's most spectacular gardens, where we enjoy lunch. We will also visit private gardens set in a stunning location.
- 3
Walhalla Goldfields Railway, Sale Botanic Gardens and Lakes Entrance
This morning we travel to Walhalla for a journey on the Goldfields Railway. Pass over six large trestle bridges, crisscrossing Stringers Creek. See ferns and wildflowers while learning about the gold mining history of the region. Next we stop in Sale to visit the 150-year-old botanic gardens that owe their heritage to Baron Ferdinand Von Mueller, the state’s first government botanist, and William Guilfoyle, then director of the Royal Melbourne Botanic Gardens.
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The Victorian Lakes and Nyerimilang Homestead
This morning, take a leisurely coastal walk with your Botanical Guide or enjoy free time to explore the streets of Lakes Entrance. We then take a cruise to Metung to have lunch in the Metung Pub and see the Gippsland Lakes. This afternoon we visit the historic Nyerimilang Homestead, surrounded by beautiful gardens and magnificent views over the Gippsland Lakes.
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The Great Alpine Road to Milawa and Shady Brook Cottage Garden
Today we depart Lakes Entrance to travel the Great Alpine Road over to Dinner Plain. We take in the rugged alpine landscapes of the region and learn about the history of the high-country cattlemen. This afternoon we visit Shady Brook Cottage in Harrietville, a magnificent cool-climate landscape garden which was featured on Gardening Australia.
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Beechworth, Private Garden and guided tour of Beechworth
Today we explore the goldmining town of Beechworth, where we will enjoy a guided tour of the town before visiting a private garden.
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Milawa, King Valley, High Country Gardens and Melbourne
We depart Milawa this morning and travel through the King Valley before visiting High Country Gardens for lunch. Arrive back in Melbourne at approximately 4.00 pm.
Inclusions & exclusions
What’s included
- Tour magnificent private gardens.
- Stay in the Gippsland Lakes.
- View rugged landscapes along the Great Alpine Road.
- High Country Gardens, Gallery and Maze.
- Shady Brook Cottage.
- Botanical Guide - Sophie Holloway.
Accommodation
- Two Nights, Lakes Entrance, Esplanade Resort or similar
- Two Nights, Milawa, Lindenwarrah Hotel or similar
- Two Nights, Warragul, Mercure Hotel or similar
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Send us an enquiry and a consultant will be in touch, or call 1300 414 198 for personal help choosing a departure.
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Travel further when you're not travelling alone
Our Social Getaways are small-group holidays designed especially for over-60s Australians who want the freedom of a great trip without the work of planning every detail. A Travel at 60 host travels with the group, the operator handles the logistics, and you get to focus on the bit that matters — the people, the places, and the stories you'll bring home.
Open to solo travellers too. Many of our travellers book on their own and find their feet quickly in a friendly group of like-minded Australians. Reduced single-supplement options are available on most departures — ask one of our consultants and we'll talk you through what's offered on this trip.
- A friendly Travel at 60 host — an Australian face on the ground, looking out for the group from day one.
- Curated local guides & boutique suppliers — the same operators we'd book for our own families.
- Real itineraries, not whirlwind tours — comfortable transfers, breathing room, and the “off the beaten track” stops the big bus tours skip.
Want to talk it through? Call 1300 414 198 7 days a week, Queensland time, and one of our consultants will walk you through it.
— The team at Travel at 60
