Victoria, the south-eastern state of Australia, is like a huge picturesque country side. With its ambient valleys, sunny beaches, high snow country, brimming fresh water lakes, white water streams, extravagant coasts, rugged mountain ranges, fishing trawlers, paddlewheel steamers, dreamy vineyards, historic sites, modern casinos and buzzing shopping malls, Victoria is a complete celebration of life alongside the nature's delight.
The Terrain and the climate
The spectacular mountain ranges like Victorian Alps, Grampians, Dandenongs, and Macedon Ranges dot the Victorian land. The breathtaking coastal line is a showcase of erosion profiles of the 12 Apostles in the west and extends upto the Gippsland Lakes in the east. The opulent farmlands in the Heartland are the gourmet trails, producing the finest vines and mouthwatering delicacies. The lakes and streams are reserves of crystal clear fresh water. |
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There are different climate zones in Victoria. While the Mallee region is hot and dry, the northeast has alpine snowfields. Weather in Melbourne is mischievously unpredictable. It can make you experience the wonders of all four seasons in a day.
Touring Victoria
Tour to Victoria is an elating journey through the scenic valley to high spirited Melbourne. Moving around in Victoria is no hassle at all. It is well-connected to other parts of Australia by the VLine train network. The Princess Highway, Hume Highway, Hamilton Highway and Western Highway provide great inland connectivity, especially between Melbourne and Sydney and there is a car rental option available wherein you could also rent campervans and motorhomes.
Tourist accommodations in Victoria are some of the best in Australia. You get a myriad of options, right from luxury budget hotels, boutique hotels to self-catering serviced apartments, and easy on pocket accommodations such as bed and breakfast lodgings, seaside beach retreats, country lodges ad homely farms.
Exploring Victoria
Beyond the expedition through the natural scenic sites, tour to Victoria is not complete without visiting Melbourne. You can enjoy bushwalking, hiking, surfing, diving, snorkeling, cruising, fishing, jet boating, white water rafting, sea kayaking, canoeing, snow skiing, eco tours, mountain biking, paragliding etc. by the nature's side. Then get back to the buzz with theme parks, gold relic sites, gourmet trails, vineyards and the full paced life of Melbourne. The overwhelming city is more than just the capital city of the state. Being the most cosmopolitan city in entire Australia, it hosts a series of events like international football, tennis and cricket matches, Australian Grand Prix, Melbourne Cup Horse Race, Annual Melbourne Food and Wine Festival. |
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This cultural hub encompasses some of the best art and culture tourist destinations in Victoria as well as Australia. City circle tram, Findler's Street, National Gallery of Victoria, Myer Music Bowl, St Pauls Cathedral, Rialto Towers observation deck, Melbourne Cricket Ground simply bind the visitors to the city's spirit. Traveling back to history Captain Cook's cottage, Old Melbourne Gaol, Werribee Park Mansion and the Victorian State Rose Garden are simply nostalgic Australia.
A tour to Victoria is certainly an indelible mark in the memories of all its visitors. It is the perfect blend of nature's enchantment and a Bustling city's charisma.
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