Melbourne City Tour: Lifestyle of the Rich and Famous

Summary Description

Begin your tour at a central meeting point, board your minivan, and head toward Melbourne’s eastern suburbs. As you drive, pass a number of city landmarks and listen to informative commentary from your guide.

Head to one of the city’s best private schools where notable Australians such as Hollywood darling Cate Blanchett and Sir John Monash, engineer and WWI military commander, were educated.

Explore some of the most expensive streets in the city, including the swanky mansions of Toorak, before heading to the beautiful Yarra River. Take a stroll along the banks and stop for afternoon tea at the historic Como House and Gardens before returning to your original departure point.

Highlights
  • Tour the fancy eastern suburbs of Melbourne during this guided tour
  • Enjoy afternoon tea at Como House and Gardens
  • Learn about life for famous locals like Kylie Minogue and Cate Blanchett
  • Take a short walk along the beautiful Yarra River
Description

Get a look at the swankier side of Melbourne during this half-day tour of the eastern suburbs. See the fabulous Toorak and Hawthorn areas, and drive past a portion of the Yarra River as you sip on afternoon tea at Como House. Learn the history of Melbourne and its wealthy residents as you get a look at the district’s mansions, elite schools, clubs, and shops.

Included / Excluded
What's Included
  • Afternoon tea
  • Bottled water and sunscreen
  • Driver/guide with live commentary on board
  • Small group tour on transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Gift for passengers
  • Hand Sanitizer
  • Hotel Pickup and Drop off
  • Entry/Admission - Como House and Gardens
  • Entry/Admission - Yarra River
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Important Information
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  • Duration: 4h
  • Mobile tickets accepted
Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Additional Information

A maximum of 10 people per booking
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Vehicles are collapsible-wheelchair accessible, however the driver is unable to assist passengers boarding and disembarking due to insurance regulations
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
A small amount of walking is involved. For your own comfort please wear suitable shoes.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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What is the Melbourne City Tour: Lifestyle of the Rich and Famous cancellation policy?

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Melbourne City Tour: Lifestyle of the Rich and Famous cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

How much is Melbourne City Tour: Lifestyle of the Rich and Famous?

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Melbourne City Tour: Lifestyle of the Rich and Famous price starts from $69.18.

Which attractions will I visit with Melbourne City Tour: Lifestyle of the Rich and Famous?

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During this experience, places you will visit include:

What time does Melbourne City Tour: Lifestyle of the Rich and Famous start?

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Melbourne City Tour: Lifestyle of the Rich and Famous will start at 12:30 PM.

Operated by:

Melbourne Encountour

About operator:

Melbourne Encountour offers 3 ground breaking, innovative 3-3.5 hour tours of Melbourne.

1. LIFESTYLE OF MELBOURNE'S RICH & FAMOUS
2. CULTURAL MELBOURNE
3. SPORTING ICONS & THE BAYSIDE

As the nations most urban city, Melbourne affords its residents a unique lifestyle envied the world over. Now that experience is available to you. The various sectors of Melbourne offer their own appeal, differing in attractions, amenity, demographics and atmosphere. Tours to the north, south and eastern suburbs explore this diverse tourism offering. You know how many city tours systematically drive past attractions and landmarks..... rarely stopping until the end of the tour? Or you hop off a bus and waste time when you can't hop on again when you want to? Well what we do, is explore Melbournians way of life, and how it connects to the material sights. This way you learn the emotional link between Melbourne's people, their culture and institutions. And the multiple chaperoned stops on route deepens your enjoyment of loveable liveable Melbourne.

•You'll see Melbourne as Melbournians do
•You'll discover the most sought after Melbourne addresses
•You'll understand Melbourne's love affair with food and sport
•You'll be charmed by inner city Melbourne
•You'll experience the real Melbourne, easily, inexpensively and quickly

Most travellers have a limited budget and limited time. You get the benefit of savings in both areas when you join our half day tours.
Our Air Conditioned Mini Van accommodates a maximum of 11 guests and can be booked out for private tours too! We provide Morning/Afternoon Tea, Bottled Water and Sunscreen - Even a GIFT to take home to remind you of your tour with Melbourne Encountour.

Bookings can be made on the website or by phoning direct.

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  • Duration: 4 hours
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