Manager’s Pick: Goldfields & Ballarat Botanic Gardens Day Tour (Chinese-Speaking)

$155.00~~AUD $165.00~~

Destination

Melbourne

Category

Departs every day, 8 people per group

Please select departure date

Tour Information

Please check the ticket voucher emailed to you within 1–2 days after booking for the confirmed meeting time and location. The details listed here are for reference only.

Winter Schedule / Travel Time: Please refer to the SMS notification sent before departure.

(1) City meeting point: 9:40am

(2) Clayton meeting point: 9:00am

In the morning, your Chinese-speaking driver and guide will meet you at the designated point before departing for the historic gold mining town of Sovereign Hill, located about 112 kilometres from Melbourne. Along the way, enjoy the scenic drive passing Brown Hill and Ravenhall Nature Reserve.

Upon arrival, step back in time to the 19th century. Sovereign Hill is brought to life by more than 150 staff dressed in period costume, recreating the golden days of Australia’s gold rush era. The streets are lined with authentic shops, blacksmiths, bakeries, general stores, restaurants, and old-fashioned pubs. You’ll even see horse-drawn carriages and costumed riders adding to the charm of the town.

Guests will take part in the fascinating “Underground Mine Adventure Tour”, riding a mine cart through a 600-metre tunnel, 180 metres underground, to experience how miners once searched for gold in the dimly lit passageways. Afterwards, witness a captivating gold-smelting demonstration that brings the history of Ballarat’s gold rush to life.

Following the Goldfields experience, the afternoon itinerary will vary depending on available time. During the summer season, we’ll make a stop at the Ballarat Botanical Gardens and Lake Wendouree for sightseeing.

Lake Wendouree is a beautiful, expansive lake located in the heart of Ballarat. The walking and cycling paths surrounding the lake are popular with locals and families, and if you’re lucky, you’ll spot the area’s famous black swans gliding along the water.

Beside the lake lies the Ballarat Botanical Gardens, established in 1857 and recognised as Victoria’s oldest inland botanical garden. Spanning 40 hectares, it features four main sections — the central gardens, the open northern and southern gardens, and the Lake Wendouree area — all filled with lush greenery and vibrant blooms throughout the year.

The tour concludes around 6:00pm as we return to Melbourne city.

Tour Inclusions

Chinese-speaking driver and tour guide
Pick-up and drop-off from the city or Clayton meeting point, travelling in an air-conditioned tour coach
Entry ticket to Sovereign Hill Goldfields (Gold Mine City)

Tour Exclusions

Meals and attractions not mentioned in the itinerary or marked as self-provided
Tour guide gratuity: AUD $5 per person
Optional experiences at Sovereign Hill: Aura Sound and Light Show, Mine Cart Tour (own expense before 31 March / included from 1 April), Horse-drawn Carriage Ride (own expense)
Travel insurance
Personal expenses

Tour Transporation

Travel time: (Winter schedule) Please refer to the SMS notification sent before departure.

City meeting point: 9:40am
Box Hill meeting point: 9:00am

Pick-up Service: Please refer to the SMS notification before departure for final confirmation.

City Pick-up Points:
– Central City Meeting Point: Tong Ren Tang (108 Little Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000), Chinatown – Default meeting point
– East City Meeting Point: 54 Russell St, Melbourne VIC 3000, in front of the Grand Hyatt Hotel, near Chinatown
– North City Meeting Point: 155 Franklin St, Melbourne VIC 3000, next to Queen Victoria Market
– West City Meeting Point: 66 Spencer St, Melbourne VIC 3000, near Southern Cross Station and Docklands
– South City Meeting Point: 2 Market St, Melbourne VIC 3000, near Crown Hotel and the Melbourne Immigration Museum

Eastern / South-Eastern Pick-up Point:
Box Hill Meeting Location (please note this when booking): 910 Whitehorse Rd, Box Hill VIC 3128 (Box Hill Shopping Centre – in front of Yu Cao Tang Chinese Medicine Clinic). If pick-up cannot be arranged, guests will be contacted via email within 1–2 working days to choose either a city pick-up or a full refund.

Things to Note

The prices are in Australian Dollars (AUD) and include all taxes.
Children’s age range: 4–14 years old; infants: 0–4 years old.
If group size is small, an 8–12-seater vehicle will be arranged; if larger, a 25- or 57-seater bus may be used. Average group size is around 15–20 people.
This updated itinerary officially starts from Monday, 22 July 2024.
Child seats: Depending on the vehicle type, children under 1.45m may need a child seat. Under Victorian law, minibuses do not require child seats. If needed, baby seats will be provided free of charge.
Tip: Coastal weather can be cold and windy in autumn and winter—please bring warm clothing. In summer, the sun is strong, so bring sunscreen and appropriate clothing. The mountains and seaside are cooler than inland areas. The journey is long, so bring motion sickness medication and water.
Please purchase tickets according to your actual age. Additional fees will be charged on the spot for incorrect bookings.
Meals are not included, but your driver will take you to a dining area where you can eat at your own expense. If you have dietary restrictions (e.g. vegetarian), please bring your own food as local restaurants may have limited options.
Before 8:00 PM the night before departure, the driver will send a confirmation text with your departure time and address. If you do not receive it, please contact the emergency number. Please arrive 15 minutes before departure. Late arrivals will be considered forfeits, and no refunds or rescheduling will be provided.
Tickets must be purchased through the tour guide and include round-trip transport. Independently purchased tickets are not valid for group transport, and a $30 per person per day surcharge will apply. Prices are subject to change based on conditions.
If you choose to leave the group, please inform the travel agency when booking.
No food or drinks (except bottled water) are allowed on the bus. Hot food is prohibited. If the bus is soiled for personal reasons, a $200 cleaning fee will apply.
Attraction tickets must be purchased through the tour guide, and optional activities are subject to availability.
We strongly recommend that all travellers purchase travel insurance. The agency is not responsible for any losses, injuries, or damages caused by itinerary changes, bus delays, mechanical issues, flight cancellations, weather, or third-party incidents.
The travel agency reserves the right to modify, cancel, or replace any part of the itinerary, or shorten or extend the trip.
If road closures or public holidays prevent access to certain destinations, the agency reserves the right to adjust or cancel the itinerary.
The agency will not provide compensation for losses caused by airline cancellations or delays. Guests must notify the driver of any flight changes. If the driver waits at the airport for more than 30 minutes without contact, it will be considered a forfeit.
The agency reserves the right to cancel or alter the itinerary before or after departure due to insufficient participants or weather conditions.

Cancelation Policy

Cancellations or changes after booking will incur a 15% processing fee. Cancellations within 7 days of booking are non-refundable.
Note: If you need to cancel outside of this timeframe, please email us at least 2 business days in advance, based on your departure time zone.
If successful, a refund will be issued within 7–28 business days.
Cancellation notifications must be received and responded to during our business hours.

Note: Get Travel will apply the tour operator’s cancellation policy. We will only charge cancellation fees if the tour operator requires them (Get Travel does not charge additional cancellation fees).
The tour operator reserves the right of final interpretation regarding the cancellation policy for this tour.
If you have paid a partial deposit for your tour, then:
a. If the departure date, price, and itinerary details match our online reservation, our customer service staff will immediately confirm the details without further notice. The deposit will not be refunded at this time.
b. If the departure date, price, and itinerary details do not match our online reservation, our customer service staff will offer you alternative options. If you disagree, your deposit will be fully refunded.

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