Tour Program
Leisure Afternoon – Melbourne Tours
Wednesday 3 December 2008
from 1pm
The afternoon of December 3rd is available for delegates
to join one of our pre-arranged tours or to explore
Melbourne at their own pace. There is much to see and do in Melbourne. All tours are optional events - at an additional cost. To ensure your place tours should be booked when you register.
CHOCOLATE AND SWEET TEMPTATIONS WALK $50.00pp / 1.00pm – 4.30pm
In historical Howey Place, a taste sensation has launched itself into this tour (and consequently our taste buds). David Medlow Chocolates, a leading pectin jelly confectioner from the McLaren Vale wine region, now combines natural fruit flavours with rich Belgian couverture, seducing us, chocoholics, instantly with exquisite richness.
Then a short walk takes us to Haigh's Chocolates in the Block Arcade, the most elegant arcade in Melbourne, where we will be seduced by unique flavours and exclusive designs. But there is more... A stroll along the Bourke Street Mall will lead us to the snug and old fashioned world of The Pancake Parlour, where rich pancakes will hit our palate.
At the Paris end of Collins Street the tour finishes with a 'behind the scenes' visit to the pastry kitchen of Sofitel Melbourne, where chefs prepare deliciously tempting desserts. And, just when we thought we couldn't possibly eat anymore, there's afternoon tea at one of the hotel's luxurious salons. A delicious ending to this sweet experience!
YARRA CRUISE, DANDENONG RANGES, CITY HIGHLIGHTS $94.00pp / 12.15pm – 5.30pm
City Sights and Dandenong Ranges discover contrasts of Melbourne: bushland and city sights Dominating Melbourne’s eastern horizon, the blue hue of the Dandenong Ranges promises visitors picturesque mountainside forests, cool fern gullies, charming villages and breathtaking views. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty and delightful birdlife of Sherbrooke Forest.
Enjoy city highlights before traveling east to the Dandenong Ranges.
See the highlights of the city of Melbourne. Travel past Flinders Street Station, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Old Melbourne Gaol and Queen Victoria Market. See Chinatown, the Flagstaff and Fitzroy Gardens and Kings Domain. Travel through the trendy suburbs of South Yarra and Toorak. Look out for kookaburras and bell birds, colourful crimson rosellas and king parrots. Hand feed the colourful rosella birds inhabiting Sherbrooke Forest (seed provided). Enjoy the meandering drive that leads through lush forests of tall trees and hilltop villages. Relish the spectacular vista from the Dandenongs Lookout.
All tours availability are subject to minimum and maximum numbers.
