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HIGH COUNTRY

       Just a few hours’ drive north-east of
       Melbourne you’ll find the stunning
       mountains, valleys and wineries of
       Victoria’s High Country. Cosy Alpine
       resorts and snowy slopes await keen
       skiers in the winter, while the warmer
       months are perfect for bushwalking and
       cycling. Year round, discover acclaimed
       restaurants, wineries, a vibrant craft
       brewery scene as well as provedores and
       farm gates to tempt you with local delights.

       SEE
       •  Take in the alpine views of the Australian Alps
        and plateau from The Horn at Mount Buffalo

       DO                                   Nightingales Bros Apple Orchards
       •  Visit Falls Creek in winter and stroll along snow-
        covered streets or enjoy the thrill of the slopes  Wangaratta  Beechworth
       •  Cycle through lush vineyards and colourful   Milawa  1
        autumn leaves at Feathertop Winery          Brown Brothers
                                                      Winery
       EAT & DRINK
       •  Dine at Terrace Restaurant in Wahgunyah,               Feathertop Winery
        a chef hat awarded restaurant        King Valley  Mount Buffalo
                                              Whitfield  National Park  Bright
       •  Sip Italian varietal wines including Prosecco   Pizzini Wines  Nightingale  Mount Beauty
        at Pizzini Wines in the King Valley                   Bros   Falls Creek
       •  Pick up freshly picked apples, jams and Alpine
        cider at Nightingale Bros in Wandiligong
       •  Enjoy lunch using freshly foraged produce                              The Horn, Mount Buffalo
        matched with wine at Brown Brothers
        Milawa Vineyard                             Mount Buller                     HOTELS                    PAGE
                                               MELBOURNE
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       PEDAL & PICNIC IN THE VINES          PRIVATE PROSECCO BRUNCH             FOOD & WINE ADVENTURE
       There’s nothing quite like the pace of a gentle cycle in   Chill out in your own private Prosecco Lounge for two or   Visit Brown Brothers for an unforgettable wine and food
       gorgeous scenery. In this behind-the-scenes self-guided   grab a group of friends (maximum 12 guests). Taste your   adventure and discover their rich history as pioneers
       tour of the vineyard, be welcomed by a Feathertop   way through the entire Brown Brothers’ Prosecco range   of winemaking in Victoria. Join the chefs in the kitchen
       team member who will share some of the Boynton   as you indulge in a gourmet spread of freshly baked   garden and help forage for produce to include in
       family’s favourite picnic spots. Wander or cycle around   sweets and pastries, local Milawa cheeses, house-  your exclusively designed lunch menu, complete with
       the vineyard as your vineyard service angels set up the   made delicacies, terrines and seasonal fruits. Brunch   perfectly matched wines served to you by the chef in the
       perfect picnic.                      finishes at 11am leaving plenty of time to continue your   acclaimed Brown Brothers Restaurant.
                                            independent exploration of the King Valley.
       Includes:                                                                Includes:
       • Bike and helmet hire               Includes:                           • Guided winery and kitchen garden tour
       • Set up picnic for 2 in the vineyard  • Private access to the Prosecco Lounge  • Tutored wine tasting and sensory experience
       • 1 bottle of wine                   • Prosecco tasting                  • Chef’s Tasting Menu lunch with matching wines
       • Estate map                         • Tea and coffee on arrival         Operator:   Brown Brothers
                                            • Gourmet brunch
       Operator:   Feathertop Winery                                            Duration:   5 hours
       Duration:   1 hour 30 minutes – 2 hours  Operator:   Brown Brothers      Departs:   Daily from Brown Brothers Milawa Vineyard
       Departs:   Daily from Feathertop Winery at 11am, 2pm  Duration:   2 hours       at 9:30am
       Not suitable for children under 18 yrs.  Departs:   Daily from Brown Brothers Milawa Vineyard   Not suitable for children under 18 yrs.
                                                  at 9am
                                            Not suitable for children under 18 yrs.
                               Adult                                Adult                               Adult
       1 Apr 21 – 31 Mar 22    $76 *        1 Apr 21 – 31 Mar 22   $71 *        1 Apr 21 – 31 Mar 22    $217 *

         *  Prices are a guide only, subject to change and availability and are in New Zealand Dollars. From prices for accommodation are per room per night for 2 people, unless otherwise specified and based on the lowest room category for
   64    travel in low season. Prices for tours and transfers are per person, unless otherwise specified. For full terms and conditions including pricing and conditions, refer to the Booking Conditions at the back of this brochure.
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