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Itineraries that delight

Whether it's a weekend get-away or a week-long of total relaxation. We have put together a selection of itineraries to help take your mind off the planning. Follow them step-by-step or use them to plan your own adventure!
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Forest Bathing & Gin Tasting

Explore the Murmuring Walk sensory audio experience around Sanatorium Lake on Mt Macedon. Then relax with a tipple or two at local gin distilleries and try the region’s award-winning artisan gins.

1 Day

Spring Sparkling Wine Lovers Trail

High five spring with four marvellous, dog friendly Macedon Ranges cellar doors specialising in sparkling wine. Just a taste of the delectable bubbles produced in the region…

1 Day

Gardens and Gastronomy

Explore a famous Open Garden in Mount Macedon and a rare plant nursery, followed by local wine tastings and gourmet lunch at a vineyard or pub.

1 Day

Cycle the Federation Trail

Enjoy a 16km gravel ride that loops between Romsey and Lancefield. This route is considered ‘easy’ and ideal for older children as the path largely travels on a dedicated shared path. Combine it with a visit to the monthly Lancefield Farmers’ Market or a cellar door for a great day out.

1/2 Day

Trail Riding and Wine Tasting

Go horse riding through the Wombat Forest then chillax at an urban cellar door hidden in one of Kyneton’s laneways.

1/2 Day

Art, Craft & Vintage Explorer

Enjoy a day in Kyneton experiencing a creative mecca of independent art galleries and wonderful craft, antique and vintage collectible shops.

 

1 Day

Historic Village Scenic Drive

This scenic 75-minute loop from Woodend to Malmsbury takes in five historic villages. A beautiful trip for garden lovers, green thumbs and folk who just love a journey through the countryside. There’s so much to see and do on this drive you’ll want to repeat it again and again.

1/2 Day

Black Hill Reserve Bushwalk and Wine Tasting

Stock up on pastries from one of Kyneton’s fantastic country bakeries and enjoy a bushwalk and picnic at Black Hill Reserve, followed by wine tasting at a local cellar door. Bring your pooch!

1/2 Day

The Pinot Trail

You could spend days sampling all the delicious Pinot grown and produced in the Macedon Ranges. Here’s a short and sweet half day Pinot Trail to give you a taste of what to expect (and keep you coming back for more).

1/2 Day

Laneways of Lancefield Wine Adventure

Four wineries and a tapestry of dirt roads. ‘Undiscover’ the less-explored wine-growing region of Lancefield. You can even do day one by bike.

 

2 Days

Camels, Llamas and Parmas

Kick off with an early morning hike to the top of Camels Hump on Mt Macedon, go on a guided llama trek to Hanging Rock Reserve, then refuel with a pub parma and local craft beer.

1 Day

Hanging Rock Scenic Country Drive

When you’ve finished hiking and picnicking at Hanging Rock, or exploring nearby Mt Macedon, complete your day with a scenic 40 minute drive along stunning country vistas and landscapes. It’s a particularly beautiful drive to enjoy during autumn.

1/2 Day

Scenic Forest Country Drive

A glorious one hour country drive that takes you from the beautiful Gisborne’s botanic gardens, through the forests of Cherokee and Kerrie. Experience brilliant views of Hanging Rock and visit the beautiful village of Woodend and its fabulous country pubs. Take your time and stop along the way.

1 Day

Conglomerate Gully Hike and Devonshire Tea

Enjoy a beautiful one hour bushwalk in Riddells Creek followed by Devonshire tea at a historic homestead built in the 1800s.

Snap Happy Photography Day Out

If you love photography you’ll love this adventure in the Macedon Ranges. Local photographer Journey by Light Photography recommends this itinerary to capture historic bridges, rock formations and wildlife.

1 Day

Winter Red Wine Lovers Trail

Discover our gem of a wine region on a winter red wine lovers trail from Malmsbury to the Cobaw Ranges.

1 Day

Bikes, Beer and Burgers

Go mountain biking in the Wombat State Forest followed by burgers and beer in the nearby village of Woodend. Organised small group guided bike tours including equipment are available.

1/2 Day

Kiss Me Kyneton Couples Getaway

Book a cheeky night away in this hip country town. It’s time for a romantic getaway, Kyneton style.

 

2 Days
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