Experience Gold Rush - Sovereign Hill and Gold City Day Tour
Product code 5562566P24
From
From AUD 159
Dates
Available from Jul 20, 2026
Start times
9:00 AM
Travelers
Infant ages 0-3, Child ages 4-15, Adult ages 16-100
Options
Winter Wonderlights Festival - Sovereign Hill Day Tour, Gold Mine City&Underground Min
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Duration
8 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Mandarin Chinese
Confirmation
Manual
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Australia/Melbourne
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From
From AUD 159
Experience Gold Rush - Sovereign Hill and Gold City Day Tour
Duration
8 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Mandarin Chinese
Confirmation
Manual
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Australia/Melbourne
Why Travelers Love This
Explore the rich history and natural beauty of Ballarat on this one-day tour from Melbourne. Begin your journey with a visit to either the serene Ballarat Lake and Botanical Gardens, a stunning landscape featuring lush greenery and seasonal blooms, or get up close with native Australian wildlife at Ballarat Zoo. Experience the thrill of stepping into the 19th century at the Shufenshan Gold Mine Ancient Town, including an underground tour and an exciting gold melting performance. This tour is perfect for families and nature enthusiasts alike. - Choose between the picturesque Ballarat Lake & Botanical Gardens or the interactive Ballarat Zoo. - Enjoy a guided exploration of the historic Shufenshan Gold Mine, complete with a mine truck ride. - Experience the gold rush era with actors in period costumes and authentic street settings. - Convenient pick-up from multiple locations in Melbourne, ensuring an easy start to your adventure.
Overview
Explore the rich history and natural beauty of Ballarat on this one-day tour from Melbourne. Begin your journey with a visit to either the serene Ballarat Lake and Botanical Gardens, a stunning landscape featuring lush greenery and seasonal blooms, or get up close with native Australian wildlife at Ballarat Zoo. Experience the thrill of stepping into the 19th century at the Shufenshan Gold Mine Ancient Town, including an underground tour and an exciting gold melting performance. This tour is perfect for families and nature enthusiasts alike. - Choose between the picturesque Ballarat Lake & Botanical Gardens or the interactive Ballarat Zoo. - Enjoy a guided exploration of the historic Shufenshan Gold Mine, complete with a mine truck ride. - Experience the gold rush era with actors in period costumes and authentic street settings. - Convenient pick-up from multiple locations in Melbourne, ensuring an easy start to your adventure.
What's Included
Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Sovereign Hill Ticket
Winter Wonderlights Festival (only available from June 26th to July 19th)
driver-guide
Not included
Personal consumption and self funded projects
Personal meals
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
We will send you a travel notification before 20:00 the day before departure. Please arrive at the meeting point 5 minutes in advance and wait. Late arrivals will not be delayed
We will send you a travel notification before 20:00 the day before departure. Please arrive at the meeting point 5 minutes in advance and wait. Late arrivals will not be delayed
We will send you a travel notification before 20:00 the day before departure. Please arrive at the meeting point 5 minutes in advance and wait. Late arrivals will not be delayed
We will send you a travel notification before 20:00 the day before departure. Please arrive at the meeting point 5 minutes in advance and wait. Late arrivals will not be delayed
We will send you a travel notification before 20:00 the day before departure. Please arrive at the meeting point 5 minutes in advance and wait. Late arrivals will not be delayed
We will send you a travel notification before 20:00 the day before departure. Please arrive at the meeting point 5 minutes in advance and wait. Late arrivals will not be delayed
We will send you a travel notification before 20:00 the day before departure. Please arrive at the meeting point 5 minutes in advance and wait. Late arrivals will not be delayed
End point
We will send you a travel notification before 20:00 the day before departure. Please arrive at the meeting point 5 minutes in advance and wait. Late arrivals will not be delayed
We will send you a travel notification before 20:00 the day before departure. Please arrive at the meeting point 5 minutes in advance and wait. Late arrivals will not be delayed
We will send you a travel notification before 20:00 the day before departure. Please arrive at the meeting point 5 minutes in advance and wait. Late arrivals will not be delayed
We will send you a travel notification before 20:00 the day before departure. Please arrive at the meeting point 5 minutes in advance and wait. Late arrivals will not be delayed
We will send you a travel notification before 20:00 the day before departure. Please arrive at the meeting point 5 minutes in advance and wait. Late arrivals will not be delayed
We will send you a travel notification before 20:00 the day before departure. Please arrive at the meeting point 5 minutes in advance and wait. Late arrivals will not be delayed
We will send you a travel notification before 20:00 the day before departure. Please arrive at the meeting point 5 minutes in advance and wait. Late arrivals will not be delayed
Itinerary
Stop 1
5 hoursAdmission included
Stop 1
Arrive at the most famous gold mining themed scenic spot in Australia - Sovereign Hill. Tourists are free to experience: Gold Panning Experience Underground Mine Tour, during the holiday period, the mining experience can only be booked on the same day and cannot be pre booked Gold Pour Exhibition Chariot Parade The style of a gold mining town in the 19th century Traditional Craftsman Blocks and Historical Buildings
Additional Info
No Back Problems
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
No Pregnant
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.
Experience may be cancelled if minimum traveler count is not met.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
4.0
1 reviews
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