Itinerary
Highlights
~ Enjoy hassle-free cycling on the dedicated cycle path on the Great Victorian Rail Trail
~ Rolling views of mountains, lakes and rivers
~ Services of a local experienced cycling guide plus support vehicle throughout
~ Sample the excellent local foods and wines of North East Victoria
Day 1 Arrive Mansfield
Arrive Mansfield by 12.00 PM via the public coach that comes from Melbourne Southern Cross Coach Terminal.
Meet & greet for last-minute assistance & bike collection and ride to Bonnie Doon.
Stay: Bonnie Doon Hotel/Motel or similar
Meal: Dinner
Cycling Distance: approx. 21 KM
Cycling Terrain: Packed gravel surface with loose scree in parts and gradual gradients
Getting to Mansfield: Hop on the coach transfer that brings you from Melbourne Southern Cross Bus Terminal to Mansfield. The transfer departs Melbourne at 8:30 AM and arrives in Mansfield at 11:50 AM. The journey takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and costs AUD 11.00 per person per way.
Day 2 Alexandra
Enjoy breakfast & ride the Rail Trail to Alexandra.
Stay: The Corner Hotel or similar
Meal: Breakfast
Cycling Distance: approx. 58 KM
Cycling Terrain: Packed gravel surface with loose scree in parts and gradual gradients
Day 3 Yea
After breakfast, jump back on the Great Vic Rail Trail and enjoy the scenic ride to Yea through the Cheviote Tunnel.
Stay: Peppercorn Hotel and/or Royal Mail Hotel
Meal: Breakfast, Dinner
Cycling Distance: approx. 37 KM
Cycling Terrain: Packed gravel surface with loose scree in parts and gradual gradients
Day 4 Tallarook – Mansfield
Today’s ride follows the lovely Goulburn River to Tallarook. We then take our return transfers back to Mansfield for lunch at the stunning Delatite Winery before the tour concludes.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Stay: Deck Quarters or similar
Cycling Distance: approx. 39 KM
Cycling Terrain: Packed gravel surface with loose scree in parts and gradual gradients
Day 5 Depart Mansfield
Take the public coach for the transfer to Melbourne Southern Cross Coach Terminal.
Meal: Nil
Getting to Melbourne: Hop on the coach transfer that brings you from Mansfield to Melbourne Southern Cross Bus Terminal. The transfer departs Mansfield at 7:30 AM or 1:15 PM and arrives in Melbourne at 10:30 AM or 4:35 PM. The journey takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and costs AUD 11.00 per person per way.
Inclusions
~ 4 nights’ accommodation (3 – 3.5* motel or boutique style hotels with ensuites);
~ Enjoy 3 breakfasts, 2 dinners & 1 winery lunch;
~ Services of a local experienced cycling guide plus support vehicle throughout;
~ Tour kit with maps, printed itinerary, luggage tags;
~ Environmentally friendly cycling water bottle;
~ Fair trade lightweight cycling t-shirt;
~ Trek Dual Sport bike with front suspension, rear rack, pannier, water bottles & helmet.
Exclusions
~ air/land travel to Mansfield, Australia;
~ visa arrangement, if required;
~ Australia Electronic Travel Authority (ETA), if required;
~ meals not specified in the itinerary;
~ unscheduled transfers;
~ personal travel insurance;
~ expenditure of personal effects;
~ anything not specified in the trip inclusion and itinerary.
Important Notes
~ Non – refundable deposit, 30% of trip price is required at the time of booking.
~ Full or balance payment is 60 days prior to departure.
~ Only book your air ticket to Melbourne, Australia when you have been informed to do so.
~ Should you require a visa to enter Australia, it is your responsibility to obtain such document before departure. Check your entry requirement and apply for your visa HERE if you require.
~ Expect to cycle between 21 and 58 KM average per day. Ride along packed gravel surface which can be a touch bumpy with loose scree in parts. The trip is considered suitable for beginners.
~ Helmets are mandatory in Australia and all cyclists are strongly recommended to wear helmets and covered shoes when cycling for your safety. Rental helmets are provided, but you may use your own if you prefer.
~ Every effort is made to ensure the trip and included experiences take place during the ideal time or period of the year, however certain sights are subject to weather conditions and seasonal variations that are not within the control of Travel Wander and the Co-ordinator. Although you may get to see and/or experience, we cannot guarantee the sightings.
~ Provision of meals during the trip showcases local authenticity, cuisine and food culture of the places we are visiting. All food allergies and dietary restrictions must be disclosed to Travel Wander at the time of booking. We will use reasonable efforts to accommodate special requirements or requests but this is not always possible given the nature of the destinations visited and availability of options. We cannot guarantee that dietary needs or restrictions can be accommodated. Travel Wander is not liable for failure to accommodate or fulfil such requests. Meal supplementary charges may be imposed to meet your dietary needs.
~ Trip grading is an indication of the difficulty of the activities included. Preparation and engaging in regular exercise to maintain good physical condition and active lifestyle prior to the trip will be most beneficial in ensuring you have full enjoyment of the trip. We are glad to discuss your concerns and answer your queries.
~ Our utmost priority is always the safety of the cyclists. Therefore inclusion of the itinerary may be altered due to (not limited to) bad weather, local conditions, accommodation book out, the skill levels of the cyclists and/or other unexpected circumstances beyond our control. We reserve the right to make changes necessary and there will be no refund should you decide to discontinue with the trip.
~ Because cycling requires a certain level of cardio and stamina exertion, it is not suitable for cyclists with chronic and/or acute disease. Please consider your physical condition before booking. Cyclists must ensure they are medically and physically able to cycle.
~ There is no refund for uncompleted cycling distances or missed inclusions.
~ Purchasing comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended. See HERE for details.
~ By making a payment to Travel Wander LLP, you (and on behalf of the rest of travelling companions) acknowledge that you have read, understood and agree to Travel Wander’s Booking Conditions and Other Important Information: Cancellation and Amendment, Modes of Payment, Privacy Policy, Indemnity Policy, and Terms & Conditions.
