What to do and see in St Kilda, Victoria: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours

Enjoy some good old-fashioned fun amidst some of the most beautiful scenery in Victoria. First up is traditional Devonshire Tea in the heart of the Dandenong Ranges. Hear the call of the local lyrebirds, and see crimson rosellas, cockatoos and kookaburras! Next, you’re in for a real treat, a ride on the Puffing Billy Steam Train. Top off the morning with a visit to the lovely little village of Sassafras.

Inclusions: Ticket for the Puffing Billy Steam Train ride (from Belgrave to Menzies Creek), Experienced local driver guide, Super comfortable luxury coach including: free wifi, in-seat USB, air conditioning, Comprehensive commentary, Pickup from select Melbourne hotels. Pick up locations appear in a drop down box at time of booking, Enjoy a traditional Devonshire Tea of scones, served warm with jam, cream, and tea or coffee , Hand fed well known Australian birds (rosellas, cockatoos and galahs)

Exclusions: Hotel drop off

Take a day trip from Melbourne to check out 3 of Victoria's very best nature & wildlife destinations. Your journey on the historic Puffing Billy Steam Train will take you through lush green gullies, towering rainforests and quaint towns. The Dandenong Ranges are a truly tranquil part of Greater Melbourne and gives you the opportunity to get back to nature. Then head to the multi-award winning Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park for close up viewing of many rare and endangered species of native animals. You'll even have the opportunity to get up close to some friendly Wallabies and Kangaroos! Finally it's on to the main attraction, the world-famous Penguin Parade! Witness the nightly spectacle as hundreds of Little Penguins make their way out of the surf and up the beach to their nesting grounds.

Inclusions: Friendly & informative tour guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, Pickup from selected hotels, One-way journey on Puffing Billy Steam Train, Entry to Moonlit Sanctuary & the Penguin Parade, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Meals & drinks, Gratuities

By day the ocean side suburb of St Kilda is known to be a bustling seaside playground but by night the other side of St Kilda’s personality comes out to play. Hip, but without the hipsters, this neighbourhood comes alive at dusk when its historic pubs, live music venues and trendy wine ocean view wine and cocktail bars open their doors. Join a like-minded Host to discover the best of Melbourne’s nightlife, getting out of the city centre and exploring St Kilda after dark. Hop from bar to bar and get a taste of what the nights here are really like! Within 24 hours of your booking, we will contact you to find out about your interests so we can assign a like-minded Host who will create a bespoke experience for you. Your Host will suggest an itinerary and agree a meeting time and place, but you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Inclusions: Private and personalised itinerary, 4 hours in the city with a Host, 2 drinks specially selected for you by your Host, Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options), Uber included, Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Exclusions: Additional food and drinks other than the ones included above, Transportation costs , Entrance fees to any attractions, Gratuities (optional)

Private boutique tour by a local resident of the area knowing where to go, what to see and whom to greet. Where to get the best food and bolide bagels. Tour the largest synagogue in Melbourne Get to meet a Rabbi if you want to Kosher food Customised to your wants and wishes

Inclusions: Private transportation, snacks

Exclusions: If you want to stay in the bagel belt and have dinner or explore on your own .........

Melbourne is a beautiful city and is made more beautiful at night with so many lit up buildings. This tour is designed for the business person/s who are busy during the day and time poor. This unique tour will give a visitor a seldom seen night overview of Melbourne and a subject of discussion for many years. I am flexible to take in your interests and will digress from my suggested route to take in additional items of interest. This tour however is available during the day at times to suit , you the tourist.

Inclusions: Transport in my SUV with its panoramic sunroof, Bottled water

Exclusions: Dinner

Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Inclusions: A private and personalized experience according to your schedule, 3, 4, 6 or 8 hours with your host , Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options) , Hotel meet-up (available on request for central locations)

Exclusions: Food and drinks , Tickets to any attractions, Transportation costs , Gratuities (optional)