Melbourne: Sovereign Hill 'A Touch of Gold' Ballarat Tour
ID: GYG833184-1321590
Category:
Country: Australia
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Experience the thrill of Victoria’s gold rush era with a captivating tour of Sovereign Hill, Australia’s premier outdoor museum. Step back in time to the 1850s and try your hand at panning for gold.
Experience the thrill of Victoria’s gold rush era with this captivating tour of Sovereign Hill, Australia’s premier outdoor museum. This isn’t just a tour—it’s a time-travel adventure that transports you to the 1850s. Start with a warm meet & greet by characters in authentic period costumes, setting the stage for a day of adventure.
Witness the dramatic Gold Pour, watch the thrilling Redcoat Parade with live musket firing, and try your hand at panning for gold. To complete your journey, descend underground on a guided mine tour and uncover the harsh realities miners faced during the gold rush.
Whether you strike gold or not, this immersive experience will leave you with memories of a bygone era. Join us and feel the excitement of the 1850s come to life!
Highlights
- Step back in time to the 1850s and experience the thrill of the gold rush
- Watch the dramatic Gold Pour and the thrilling Redcoat Parade with muskets
- Try your hand at panning for gold and see if you can strike it rich
- Descend underground on a guided mine tour and learn about the harsh realities
- Enjoy a meet and greet by characters in authentic period costumes
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing
Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated
Sunscreen and hats are recommended for outdoor activities
Photography is allowed, but flash photography is prohibited in certain areas
Please wait at the bus stop outside the Mail Exchange Hotel - 10 minutes prior for a speedy departure
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
