Daylesford & The Macedon Ranges

Hit the road and make your way through the charming towns dotted around Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges on the lands of the Dja Dja Wurrung, the Wurundjeri, the Taungurung and the Wadawurrung Peoples. Rest and rejuvenate with a spa weekend in Daylesford or Hepburn Springs, home to the greatest concentration of naturally occurring mineral springs in Australia. Wander lush gardens, explore local galleries and indulge at award-winning restaurants. Nearby Trentham, with its pub, bakery and fine diner is another gourmet hotspot.

A little closer to Melbourne you’ll find the nineteenth century streetscapes of Kyneton and Woodend. Wander quaint neighbourhoods and vibrant main streets full of galleries, antique shops, cafes and restaurants that are just waiting to be explored. Tour the impressive mansions and heritage gardens of Mount Macedon and the Macedon Ranges, and then have your own picnic at the famous Hanging Rock. Whether you’re in Daylesford or Gisborne, Mount Macedon or Sunbury, you’ll find renowned wineries within easy reach. Choose a winery and discover how locals are making use of the superb cool-climate conditions to produce outstanding sparkling wine, pinot noir and chardonnay.