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BATHE IN MINERAL SPRINGS, SAMPLE LOCAL FLAVOURS AT AWARD-WINNING RESTAURANTS, AND UNWIND IN TRANQUIL ACCOMMODATION ON THIS RESTORATIVE THREE-DAY GETAWAY.
Journey through Victoria’s lush central highlands for a weekend of wellness and rejuvenation in Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges. Make relaxation a priority across the weekend as you unwind in soothing mineral springs, replenish with fresh produce from local farm gates, and peacefully browse art galleries in quaint country towns.
STAGE 1: MELBOURNE TO DAYLESFORD VIA KYNETON
TRAVEL TIME APPROX: 1 Hour 5 Mins | 128KM
From Melbourne drive to Kyneton, a picturesque country town just an hour away from the city. Wander along Piper Street, where award-winning fine-dining restaurants meet antique shops and beautiful heritage buildings. Head to Source Dining for a lunch you won’t forget; this special local eatery celebrates all things fresh, seasonal and local. It even has a hat from the Good Food Guide 2020 to show for it.
From there, take a five-minute walk to Musk Lane Wine, an urban laneway winery meets cellar door, wine bar and beer garden. Or step into Animus Distillery for a refreshing cocktail made with local small-batch hand-crafted gin.
Hop back in the RV and drive about 30 minutes to Daylesford, a relaxing town surrounded by natural attractions and outstanding eateries. For the next two nights you’ll sleep here. Finish off a perfect first day in the hands of expert chefs at the two-hatted Lake House restaurant, savouring innovative seasonal dishes on the edge of Lake Daylesford.
WHERE TO STAY?
Daylesford Holiday Park – (03) 5348 3821 Receive 10% off your stay! Present voucher below to reception staff upon your stay.
STAGE 2: EXPLORE TRENTHAM
TRAVEL TIME APPROX: 20 Mins | 22.5KM
Start day two with a delicious breakfast at one of Daylesford’s gourmet eateries. Take your time at Koukla, Larder or Wombat Hill House Cafe, which all serve up scrumptious plates of local produce. Walk off breakfast with a leisurely browse through the town’s boutique shops before hitting the road again.
STAGE 3: RELAX IN HEPBURN SPRINGS
TRAVEL TIME APPROX: 30 Mins | 27KM
Well rested, wake up and head for breakfast at local favourite Cliffy’s Emporium (which also does a fine trade in gourmet pantry delights), or fuel up with a showcase of local flavours at Larder.
Ready to relax? Grab your towel and skip over to Hepburn Springs, the heart of the ‘Wellness Region’, just 10 minutes away from Daylesford. Waste no time in plunging into the soothing mineral springs at historic Hepburn Bathhouse and Spa.
This article was written in conjunction with Visit Victoria. For more information about road trips in Victoria, go to visitvictoria.com.
