Stay, Dine & Explore: Ballarat Luxury 3-Day Slow Travel Package
A 3-Day Slow Travel Package for History Lovers, Foodies & Nature Seekers
Escape the hustle and bustle of Melbourne for a seamless, curated getaway to Ballarat. This exclusive 3-day itinerary blends hidden laneways, rich Gold Rush history, award-winning food, and breathtaking natural beauty.
✔️ Perfect for international visitors, couples & small groups
✔️ Stay in Ballarat’s boutique Craig’s Royal Hotel
✔️ Enjoy immersive guided tours, exclusive dining experiences & wildlife encounters
Why these ballarat slow travel packages Are Unlike Anything Else
We don’t just show you Ballarat. We take you into its hidden history, secret spaces, and forgotten stories.
Each day is crafted for curious travellers who crave something different:
Real Stories, Not Just Facts → Uncover scandalous tales, underground secrets, and hidden gems most tourists never find.
Curated, Boutique Experiences → Forget crowded buses—our small-group and private tours offer an intimate and exclusive journey.
Beyond the Tourist Trail → From lost underground bakeries to secret basements, we take you where history still whispers.
Feel Like an Insider, Not a Tourist → With expert storytelling guides, you'll explore Ballarat like a local with a backstage pass.
What Our Guests Say:
“Hidden Lanes tours in Ballarat was such a great way to get to know the city as a new arrival! Jarrod really brought the history and local characters to life. Highly recommend if you’re looking to explore Ballarat’s hidden spots with a fun guide. A hidden treasure.” - Peter
have your own Ballarat slow travel adventure
Day 1 – Hidden Laneways & Lake Wendouree
Arrive in Ballarat via train/bus (or optional private transfer).
Drop luggage at Craig’s Royal Hotel & rest.
Ballarat Foodie Tour & Lunch (11:00 AM) – Discover hidden laneways & local stories.
Cocktail/Mocktail at Itinerant Spirits (1:15 PM). (optional cocktail mixing experience)
Afternoon at the Ballarat Botanical Gardens & Lake Wendouree.
Victorian Vintage Picnic afternoon tea and vintage tram ride.
Dinner & Cocktail/Mocktail at Grainery Lane.
Day 2 – Historic Ballarat & Wildlife
Ballarat Wildlife Park (9:00 AM) – Meet koalas, kangaroos & more! (optional koala encounter experience 11:30 AM)
Lunch at Cafe Fikka
Rest at the hotel (optional explore Ballarat Art Gallery)
City Tales Tour (2 PM-4:30 PM) – Uncover Ballarat’s past through architecture & hidden gems.
Rest at the hotel (optional explore the city/shopping)
Dinner at Lola’s or Mr. Jones Dining
Day 3 – Gold Rush & Culture
Sovereign Hill Experience – Step back in time at this fascinating living museum and relive the Goldrush period in Ballarat (optional underground mine tour and/or horse carriage ride).
Candle-making workshop at Sovereign Hill
Lunch at The New York Bakery.
Shuttle to Ballarat train station.
ballarat tour package Pricing & Inclusions
3-Day Package (all prices in Australian $)
$1495 per person (twin share) / $1655 solo traveler
Includes:
2 night boutique accommodation at Craig’s Royal Hotel
2 Hidden Lanes guided tours (Ballarat Foodie Tour & City Tales)
Gin tasting at local distillery
Meals: 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
Afternoon tea & tram ride at Ballarat Botanical Gardens
Entry to Ballarat Wildlife Park & Sovereign Hill
Special Hidden Lanes souvenir
Transport Add-On: Private Melbourne-Ballarat return transfer available for $180 per person.
small groups:
Small groups of 5-10 people may request custom dates.
Bookings via hello@hiddenlanes.com.au
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Let’s make your Ballarat experience unforgettable.