Meeting Point: [Melbourne CBD] 42 Russell Street (Grand Hyatt Hotel, the eagle statues)
Age Restriction: 15 – 55 years old
Activity Type: Light Outdoor | Slow Town Stroll | Nature Exploration
Difficulty Level: Level 1 Light Outdoor
Walking / Hiking Distance: approx. 3–5 km (mostly scenic walking tracks within nature sites)
Highlights:
- Daylesford Sunday Market: Experience authentic weekend life in an Australian country town Open every Sunday, Daylesford Sunday Market is an integral part of local residents' weekends. Browse stalls featuring vintage furniture, handmade crafts, local collectibles and unique finds. Wander at your leisure to hunt for special treasures and soak up the genuine township atmosphere, different from city shopping districts.
- Lake Daylesford Lakeside Stroll: Peaceful lakeside moments in the spa town Lake Daylesford offers the town’s most relaxing natural setting, where lakes, woodlands and walking trails intertwine. Take a casual walk along the shore, admire reflections on the water, woodlands and wild birds. No tight schedules – simply enjoy a slow afternoon to yourself.
- Hanging Rock: Discover Victoria's ancient natural wonder formed millions of years ago With a history spanning millions of years, Hanging Rock is one of Victoria's most recognisable natural landmarks. Distinct volcanic rock formations, forest trails and valley outlooks make it a favourite spot for nature lovers and photographers. Wander through the woodland to explore this fascinating world of hidden rocks.
- Mount Macedon Memorial Cross Hilltop Lookout: Valley sunset views to wrap up your day trip Mount Macedon is a well-known mountain area near Melbourne. From the viewpoints around the Memorial Cross, you can overlook the Macedon Ranges. In autumn and winter evenings, soft light spills over the silhouettes of distant mountains and forests, making this the perfect final stop of the tour.
Itinerary:
09:00 | Meet at Russell Street, Melbourne CBD, depart promptly. (The coach leaves on schedule. Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes early.)
11:00 | Arrive at Daylesford Sunday Market
11:00–12:00 | Free time to explore Daylesford Sunday Market
12:10–13:30 | Free time & lunch break in Daylesford Township
13:30 | Depart for Lake Daylesford
13:35–14:25 | Lakeside stroll at Lake Daylesford
14:25 | Group assembly and depart for Hanging Rock
15:20–16:35 | Explore the Hanging Rock rock formations
16:35 | Depart for Mount Macedon Memorial Cross
16:55–17:35 | Hilltop viewing at Mount Macedon
17:35 | Full group assembly, return transfer to Melbourne CBD Approx.
19:00 | Arrive back in Melbourne CBD, tour concludes
Important Reminders
Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes in advance. Do not be late, as the coach will not wait. If you miss the coach due to tardiness on the tour day, it will be deemed voluntary forfeiture of the tour, and no refund will be issued. The coach only stops at designated locations. Mid-journey pick-up or drop-off is not permitted.
Weather Policy
Weather conditions are unpredictable and forecasts are not always reliable, while tour arrangements are finalised well in advance.
- Tours will run in light rain or showers.
- Tours will be cancelled or postponed in heavy rain, storms or severe weather.
Please monitor updates in the activity group for weather disruptions or schedule changes. Extragreen Holidays reserves the final right of interpretation.
Notes
The above itinerary times are estimated. The driver-guide may adjust timings flexibly according to traffic, weather and group conditions. This itinerary is for reference only. Outdoor conditions are variable. Should the original route become unavailable due to force majeure, the driver-guide and tour leader reserve the right to make adjustments. By registering for this activity, you agree to these arrangements.
What is included
- Air-conditioned coach
- Friendly and informative Chinese driver/guide
What is not included
- Meals
- Personal Travel Insurance
Recommended Packing List
- Footwear: Comfortable non-slip sneakers. The tour includes lakeside paths and natural terrain. Leather shoes and high heels are not recommended.
- Wind & Warmth Protection: Temperatures at Daylesford, Hanging Rock and Mount Macedon are generally cooler than in Melbourne CBD. A lightweight down jacket, fleece or windproof outer layer is advised. It can be windy at hilltop lookouts.
- Sun Protection: Sun hat and sunscreen. Australia has strong UV radiation. Sun protection is required for outdoor activities even in autumn and winter.
- Backpack: Lightweight daypack to carry layers, water bottle, personal belongings and any items purchased at the market.
- Food & Water: Lunch and coffee can be purchased freely in Daylesford township. Bring some snacks and water. We recommend around 1L of drinking water for the day.
- Photography Gear: Mobile phone, camera, power bank, etc. The scenery at Hanging Rock and Mount Macedon hilltop is excellent for nature photography.
- Emergency Gear: Portable rain gear for sudden weather changes and brief showers in mountain areas.
- Refund Policy
Full refunds will be issued if the tour is cancelled, aborted due to the operator's reasons, or disrupted by force majeure events. If the tour proceeds as scheduled and you withdraw due to personal reasons, refunds will be processed under the following terms:
100% refund for cancellation requests submitted 3 full days or more prior to departure
50% refund for cancellation requests submitted 2 days prior to departure
No refund for cancellation requests submitted 1 day prior to departure or later. Please note.
No refund will be granted for no-shows due to personal reasons, and all associated consequences shall be borne by the participant.
- Substitution of Participant
You may replace the registered participant with another person if notification is made by 20:00 one day before departure. How to substitute: Send the details of both the original and replacement participant to customer service.
- Tour Rescheduling (Switch to Another Tour on the Same Departure Date)
Once the refund cut-off time has passed, you may only switch to another tour departing on the same date. If you change tours for personal reasons, you are responsible for any price difference, and no refund will be given for any price gap.
Procedure for changing tours: Place a new booking for the same-day tour, then submit a refund request for your original order. Customer service will process the refund within 7 working days.
- Date Change
Date changes are not available for all tours.