Melbourne Social Getaway with Wine Tour, Shopping Spree & More!
Explore Melbourne and make new like-minded friends this November on this dedicated over-60s getaway.
Highlights of this package include a Melbourne Shopping Tour spanning everything from quirky local markets and eclectic street booths to lavish high-end boutiques. Get all your Christmas shopping ticked off before December, treat yourself, or simply enjoy a fun bit of window shopping.
You'll also sample the flavours of the Yarra Valley with a wine-tasting experience, take a guided trip to the hidden corners of the Victoria Markets, and explore Melbourne at leisure in the company of new over-60 friends.
Tour Includes:
- 4 nights' accommodation at the 3.5-star Mercure Welcome Melbourne
- Welcome two-course dinner to meet your fellow travellers
- Daily Buffet Breakfast and 2 lunches
- Full-day shopping tour (7 -8 outlets)
- Guided tour of the Victoria Markets
- Half-day Wine tour of the Yarra valley
Your fare excludes:
- Flights
- Airport transfers
- Travel insurance
Day 1: Arrive Melbourne
Upon your arrival in Melbourne make your own way to the Mercure Welcome Melbourne hotel to check in, your home for the next 4 nights. Spend the day exploring the city at your own pace.
In the evening, join your fellow shopping enthusiasts for a Welcome Dinner at the hotel, sharing excitement and anticipation for the upcoming shopping adventure.
- Included Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Melbourne Shopping Expedition
After breakfast, embark on a day of retail therapy, visiting 7 to 8 exclusive outlets. Break for a delightful 2-course lunch in the afternoon before continuing your shopping spree. Return to the hotel with your shopping bags in the evening.
Enjoy the evening at your leisure, taking advantage of the central hotel location for various dining options in Melbourne.
- Included Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 3: Free Day in Melbourne
Relish a leisurely breakfast at the hotel and enjoy a day at your own pace. Take advantage of the hotel's central location, surrounded by numerous shopping outlets.
- Included Meal: Breakfast
Day 4: Victoria Market and Yarra Valley Wine Tasting
Start your day with breakfast, followed by a visit to the iconic Queen Victoria Market, one of the Southern Hemisphere's largest open-air markets. Explore stalls offering fresh produce, gourmet delights, clothing, and souvenirs.
Afterward, indulge in lunch before heading to the Yarra Valley for a delightful wine tasting experience. Late afternoon, return to Melbourne and enjoy the rest of the evening at leisure.
- Included Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 5: Depart Melbourne
Begin your day with breakfast at the hotel before departing for your journey home. We trust you had an amazing time exploring Melbourne with like-minded travelers. Safe travels!
- Included Meal: Breakfast
Please note the following itinerary is subject to change without notice.
One departure only - 18 - 22 November 2024
- Twin share from $899 per person
- Single Traveller from $1,199 per person
Call us today and talk to our travel consultant on 1300 414 198!
Melbourne's most centrally located accommodation, Mercure Welcome Melbourne hotel is surrounded by the city's popular venues, including Emporium shopping centre, theatres, galleries, bars & restaurants, along with its own Louden Kitchen & Grill. The hotel is within easy reach of Melbourne Airport, public transport and Melbourne's many great restaurants, bars and shops.
Tastefully appointed and contemporary, guest rooms at this impressive Melbourne hotel offer everything needed for a comfortable stay.
Newly renovated, Standard Room comes with 1 Queen bed or 2 Single beds. Modern 23 square metre room, featuring a modern bathroom, smart TV, black-out curtains and convenient desk workspace. Also features climate control, tea/coffee making facilities, refrigerator, hairdryer, iron and ironing board
Room imagery is for illustration purposes only, actual room layout, furnishing and design may vary. This is subject to availability at the time of check in.
Hotel check in from 2pm
Travel at 60 and supplier booking conditions apply.
Minimum number of passengers required for tour to proceed.
Non-Refundable deposit of $300 per person is required within 7 days of booking. Final payment due no later than 19 September 2024