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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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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

Kyneton Quaff

Just in time for the 2024 Autumn Festival, embark on the Kyneton Quaff! Discover a tantalising tipple-motivated exploration through picturesque Kyneton, with all venues within easy walking distance. Elevate your visit to a weekend escape to relish every sip along this captivating tipple trail.

 

Wander Woodend

Wandering through Woodend will reveal a tapestry of inviting local tipples, beckoning with the promise of artisanal brews and velvety wines.

 

Follow the Trail

Discover eight leafy autumn locations, a short drive from Melbourne. Each Treasure Trail park is home to a hidden clue.
Collect all eight clues and enter the 2025 Treasure Trail Competition.

Festival Maps are available at Woodend Visitor Information Centre and participating venues.

A Woodend Wonder

Experience the ultimate family adventure in Woodend, a picturesque town located in the northern countryside of Victoria. Escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and immerse yourself in stunning landscapes of rolling hills and dense forests, while indulging in the renowned artisanal produce of the region. With its crisp mountain air and enchanting village atmosphere, the possibility of adventure awaits just outside your doorstep. Plus, with only a short distance from Melbourne and even closer to the airport, Woodend is the perfect family getaway.

3 Days

Lancefield Triple Tipple Tour

The Lancefield Triple Tipple Tour is a must-try during the Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival! From handcrafted cocktails to signature beers, this tour offers a variety of delicious drinks for you to savor.

Mount Macedon Nature Escape

Only an hour’s drive from Melbourne, the tiny mountain village of Mount Macedon was originally a summer retreat for the city’s elite of the post-gold rush era of the 19th century. With scenic trails and lookouts in Macedon Regional Park, quality accommodation, cafes and cellar doors, it makes for the perfect getaway for couples and friends seeking a rejuvenating escape to nature.

2 Days

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).

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

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.

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

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

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.

 

Autumn Red Wine Lovers Trail

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

1 Day

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 in Woodend.

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

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 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

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

Gin Tipple Trail

Get a taste of local Macedon Ranges gin on this self-drive tipple trail through the stunning autumn countryside, starting in New Gisborne and ending in Kyneton. Nominate a designated driver or book accommodation and stretch your gin tasting out across a couple of days.

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

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

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

Autumn Tipple Train Trail

Toot toot! Leave the car at home and get a taste of Macedon Ranges’ artisan and small-batch wines, cider, craft beer and gin at country pubs along the V/Line. Hop-on-hop-off the V/Line train, wet your whistle and take in stunning scenic autumn landscapes along the way.

Autumn Leaf Colour Trail

Experience the beauty of autumn in the Macedon Ranges on this scenic trail through vibrant seasonal landscapes. Enjoy it as a one- or two-day getaway, or visit in April to experience the Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival.

1 Day

Art, Garden & Gastronomy Luxury Weekend

A luxury weekend away for lovers of fine food, wine, gin, art and beautiful gardens. Whether it’s a romantic getaway or get-together with friends, it will be an autumn weekend to remember.

2 Days

Cobaw Ranges Tipple Trail

Gather the troops and embark on a country pub and watering hole adventure, taking in the scenic Cobaw Ranges. From Darraweit Guim to Lancefield to Romsey to Riddells Creek – discover new and off-the-beaten-track spots to quench your thirst for locally made brews.

Backcountry Tipple Trail

Gather the troops and embark on a country pub and watering hole adventure through the Macedon Ranges. Drive backcountry roads ablaze with autumn colours, discover off-the-beaten-track pubs and quench your thirst with a tipple or two.

‘The Block Macedon Ranges’ Great Escape

If you’re a Blockhead, aka The Block Australia fan, you may have noticed the 2022 season has been filmed in Gisborne, Macedon Ranges. If you fancy getting your own taste of The Block Country, here’s a two-night itinerary that takes in Gisborne, Woodend, Kyneton and Mount Macedon, Victoria’s Top Tiny Tourism Town for 2022.

3 Days

‘The Block Macedon Ranges’ Day Explorer

Calling all Blockhead fans! Want to get a taste of the Macedon Ranges, home to the 2022 season of The Block Country? Here’s an easy one day trip that takes in Gisborne, Mount Macedon, Hanging Rock Reserve and Woodend.

1 Day

Garden Nursery Village Trail

Stock up on autumn plants at wonderful boutique and specialist nurseries from Riddells Creek to Woodend to Spring Hill. A great day out for green thumbs and plant enthusiasts!

1 Day
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