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Sovereign Hill Adventure Day Tour Sovereign Hill Adventure Day Tour
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2040-01-01AUD169
Spend a day at Sovereign Hill, an immersive outdoor museum in Ballarat that brings Victoria’s 1850s gold rush to life. Enjoy transfers to and from Melbourne’s CBD for a seamless, stress free day out. Discover a range of classic experiences spread across the museum with live demonstrations of confectionery making, blacksmithing and printing. Meet and greet characters dressed in authentic period costumes and feel the thrill of panning for gold. Watch the soldiers of the Redcoat Parade march up the main street to the sound of a military drumbeat. Explore the underground mines on a fully guided tour from the Quartz Mine Hut and ride the inclined tram as you discover the history of 19th century mining in Ballarat.

Sovereign Hill Adventure Day Tour

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Highlights & inclusions

Experience Victoria's goldfields at Sovereign Hill
Step into the 1850's and experience the thrill of the gold rush
Meet and greet characters in authentic period costumes
Explore underground mines on a guided tour
Try your hand at panning for gold and watch the Gold Pour
Watch the marching soldiers of the Redcoat parade
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What you can expect

Spend a day at Sovereign Hill, an immersive outdoor museum in Ballarat that brings Victoria’s 1850s gold rush to life. Enjoy transfers to and from Melbourne’s CBD for a seamless, stress free day out. Discover a range of classic experiences spread across the museum with live demonstrations of confectionery making, blacksmithing and printing.

Meet and greet characters dressed in authentic period costumes and feel the thrill of panning for gold. Watch the soldiers of the Redcoat Parade march up the main street to the sound of a military drumbeat. Explore the underground mines on a fully guided tour from the Quartz Mine Hut and ride the inclined tram as you discover the history of 19th century mining in Ballarat.

Location

688 Bourke Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000

What you need to know

Inclusions
  • Entry into Sovereign Hill
  • Underground mine tour
  • Friendly and informative guide
  • Return transport to/from Melbourne
Exclusions
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
Time
  • Please arrive 10 minutes prior to your pickup location for a speedy departure.
Duration
  • This experience is a full day tour.
Location
  • This experience takes place in Ballarat, VIC.
Departure Location
  • This experience departs from your chosen Melbourne CBD pickup location, including Mercure Southbank, Regent Theatre, Her Majesty’s Theatre or Mail Exchange Hotel.
Transfers
  • Pickup for transfers from Melbourne are available from the following locations in the Melbourne CBD:
  • Mercure Melbourne Southbank - 9 Riverside Quay, Southbank
  • Regent Theatre - 191 Collins St
  • Her Majesty’s Theatre - 219 Exhibition St
  • Mail Exchange Hotel - 688 Bourke St
  • Pickups start from 40 minutes prior to the departure time
  • The pickup must be pre-booked and the time will be confirmed
What To Bring
  • Refillable water bottle
  • Sunscreen
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • All-weather warm clothing for the evening, a jumper or windproof jacket for weather protection
  • Money for snacks and meals
  • Camera to capture unforgettable moments
Terms And Conditions
  • Bookings are essential.
Cancellation Policy
  • Change your booking up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience
  • Changes are not permitted within 48 hours of your experience
  • Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
Booking Information
  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
  • Mobile Vouchers are accepted! Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
  • We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements

Need help?

  • Email us at enquiry@experienceoz.com.au
  • Help code: D2B-AA38
  • This experience is supplied by French Island & Phillip Island Wildlife Expedition
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