Melbourne Tour: Walk the Yarra & Heritage Convent Experience Discount Tickets

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Overview

This is the very first tour in Melbourne’s metro area to offer an immersive, nature-focused experience that combines hiking, culture, and history. This unique journey invites travellers to explore the city through the eyes of a local, discovering hidden cultural gems that are beloved by residents but often missed by tourists. Just 15 minutes away from the city centre, it’s a rare opportunity to walk along the Yarra River’s stunning parklands, uncover its rich history, and connect with Melbourne’s natural beauty in a way no other tour offers. From the largest flying fox colony to the historic Boathouse, the Heritage-listed Abbotsford Convent, and the culturally significant Dights Falls, this tour blends the city’s heritage with its vibrant community, offering a distinctive, off-the-beaten-path adventure that highlights what makes Melbourne truly special.

Pickup Information

Pickup time/location: 7.30am in front of The Hotel Windsor. Arrive at the pickup 10min prior pickup.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

French-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Yarra Bend Park
The tour will start with an immersive scenic trail walk along the Yarra River, immersing ourselves in the natural beauty and peacefulness of Yarra Bend Park. As we follow the meandering trail, you’ll be treated to unique vantage points offering stunning views of Melbourne’s city skyline framed by native bushland.
Duration: 150 mins
2. Dight's Falls Reserve
Our journey continues to Dights Falls, a culturally significant site for the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation, where we take a moment to appreciate its deep First Nations heritage, and the evolution of the land throughout the years to our modern society.
3. Flying Fox Viewing Platform
We’ll pass through one of Australia’s largest urban colonies of flying foxes in their natural habitat. You will encounter up to 50,000 bats alongside the riverbank.
4. Abbotsford Convent
From there, we make our way toward the Abbotsford Convent, winding past tranquil bushland and peaceful riverside scenery. At the Convent, you’ll have time to have a break with a cake and drink before exploring this breathtaking World Heritage-listed precinct. Learn about its transformation from a 19th-century religious institution to a vibrant community hub of artists, cafes, and galleries.
Duration: 45 mins

Inclusion

Private transportation

Tea and coffee

Guided visit of the National Heritage-listed Abbotsford Convent

Poncho, First Aid Kit

Cultural insight of Dights Falls and its significance with First Nation people

Visit Flying fox colony

Guided Walk through Yarra Bend Park trails

Exclusion

Private Travel Insurance

Tips for your guide (optional)

Bottled water

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not recommended for travelers with limited mobility

Not recommended for travelers unable to walk 2 to 2.5 hours using uneven terrain

Supplied by Yarra Bend Tours

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