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The Yarra Valley & Dandenong Ranges region of Victoria provides an abundance of attractions
and experiences that be enjoyed by staying any of the
23 Bed & Breakfast
and Farmstay
accommodation options we provide.
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VICTORIAN BUSHFIRES. Tourism is the lifeblood of many of Victoria's country communities. Parts, but not all, of the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges Region were affected by the bushfires in Victoria in February 2009. The most effective way you can support tourism in Victorian country towns is to pay a visit and stay a while.
Your host will be able to tell you more about what to see and do, where to shop and eat in the area. Immerse yourself in the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges region, an hour's drive east of Melbourne, where tall trees and ancient mountain ranges meet vineyards and world class wineries.
The Yarra Valley is recognised as one of the world's great wine growing regions. Numerous wineries offer cellar door tastings and sales. They also have restaurants serving gourmet food and fine local produce accompanied by their wine. The Yarra Valley has some of the most beautiful countryside in Victoria. Rolling hills strung with vines around Healesville and Yarra Glen meet towering trees, green valleys and pristine rivers around Marysville and Warburton.
For a different view of the countryside, take to the skies in a hot-air balloon before gently descending into a vineyard to enjoy a breakfast of local produce and sparkling wine.
You can also get close to Australian wildlife at Healesville Sanctuary, home to dingoes, kangaroos, wombats and the elusive platypus.
Parks, gardens, native fern forests and nature trails define the Dandenong Ranges. Climb aboard Australia's oldest steam train, Puffing Billy, and travel through thick forests and lush fern gullies. Dotted throughout the Dandenong Ranges are quaint villages such as Olinda, Gembrook, Belgrave, Emerald and Sassafras, home to some of Victoria's best gardens, and famous for craft shops and Devonshire teas.
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