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Dandenong Ranges Private Day Tour

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Chelsea Australian Garden
Explore the majestic forest of Dandenong Ranges
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Alfred Nicholas Gardens
Alfred Nicholas Gardens

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Overview

Get out of the city and spend a relaxing and peaceful day out in nature in the beautiful Dandenong Ranges which is less than an hour from Melbourne by road. Discover the majestic and ancient forests on a leisurely walk and spot wildlife. If we're lucky we might run into the beautiful and elusive Lyrebird. Learn about the flora and fauna, as well as the history of the area. Enjoy a wholesome lunch at a homely and cosy restaurant. After lunch we will go to the Alfred Nicholas Gardens which has a beautiful Japanese inspired lake garden at the bottom of the hill and then our final stop will be to the Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden which showcases an award winning native Australian garden. This is a private tour catering to a group of up to 7 people and can be customised on the day. Please note that if you make a booking for you or your group then no one else will be able to book, ensuring that it is a private tour just for you.

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Local guide
  • Lunch
  • Drinks
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Pick up time is 10.00am.The tour guide will pick up customers from the accommodation if it's in the city centre, or north of the city.Please make a request to be picked up in the notes and provide the name and address of accommodation, while making the booking.The tour guide will be in contact close to the date of travel, to confirm the pick up location.

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Dandenong Ranges National Park

Take a leisurely walk in the main forest of the Dandenong Ranges, where you will be amongst the second tallest trees in the world, the Mountain Ash eucalyptus tree, and the ancient Fern tree forest. Soak in the sights and sounds of this beautiful forest.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Kallista

After our forest walk, we'll drive to the little village of Kallista to stop over at a cosy restaurant for lunch.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Alfred Nicholas Memorial Gardens

After lunch we'll drive to the beautiful Alfred Nicholas Gardens, and take a walk and spend time at the Japanese themed lake garden towards the bottom. A popular place for photography.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden

After the walk in the Alfred Nicholas Gardens, we will drive to the Dandenong Ranges Botanic Gardens to check out the award winning Chelsea Australian Garden, and stroll around the botanic gardens. It's a kaleidoscope of colour in spring, but is beautiful in all seasons.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Visit to a cosy restaurant after forest walk
  • Operated by a business

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Dandenong Ranges Private Day Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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  • Visit to a cosy restaurant after forest walk
  • Operated by a business

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