3 Day Action and Indulgence filled break in the Buckland Valley

The perfect mix of luxury and adventure. Helicopter rides and microlight flights from the foot of Mount Buffalo. Paraglide above the pretty town of Bright. Award-winning restaurants Simone’s of Bright, Range at Myrtleford and Villa Gusto in the Buckland Valley. Cycle from winery to winery along the Murray to the Mountains Rail Trail. Easy access to the Alpine National Park and the Razorback ridge to Mount Feathertop.

Short break package to include the following:

3 nights’ Luxury Accommodation

The Buckland Studio Retreat – Private, architecturally-designed studio accommodation for up to 4 couples tucked away in the picturesque Buckland Valley. The 4 studios are a romantic retreat, each designed for one couple only

3 delicious dinners accompanied by fine local wines

Simones of Bright Patrizia and George Simone first opened their restaurant in 1984. Patrizia is an icon of the area and combines her Italian food heritage with the bounty of fresh produce available in the Northeast valleys of Victoria. Awarded two hats by The Age Good Food Guide in 2008. Three course dinner including a glass of wine to match each course.

Villa Gusto New-Zealand born Neal Gregory is chef at this award-winning restaurant with its fabulous grand dining room offering breathtaking views to Mount Buffalo. Each evening he presents a 5-course degustation menu inspired by the diverse range of produce available in northeast Victoria. Dinner includes an Italian style wine.

Gourmet platter at your accommodation: Relax at your luxury boutique accommodation and enjoy a freshly prepared platter of gourmet produce from the Alpine Valleys with a glass or two of local wine.

Full-day guided hike with Hedonistic Hiking

PLUS

Choose one of the following options - included in your Short Break Package:

Murray to the Mountains Rail trail with Gourmet Lunch at Boynton’s Winery and complimentary 6-pack of Alpine Valley Wines.

Explore the pretty town of Bright before setting off by bicycle along the beautiful Murray to the Mountains Rail
Trail (bicycles and helmets provided). Stop off at Boynton’s winery and relax in the garden over a delicious
lunch and a bottle of their wine taking in the breathtaking views to Mount Feathertop. Continue on, downhill (!)
to Myrtleford, passing wineries, nut and berry farms and the Ovens Pub.
Transport back to The Buckland provided.

OR

Microlight Flight

A 30-minute flight over beautiful Bright and the National Trust village of Wandiligong. See orchards and vineyards before climbing to 6500’ up to Mount Buffalo and the historic alpine chalet. Breathtaking views of the Alpine National Park. Includes instruction and hands-on opportunity. Equally suitable for young, old and disabled. Serene engine-off glide back to the airstrip.

Total Cost:
$2595 for 2 guests

It is possible to add the following options to your package (please select at time of booking):

Helicopter Flight: Flights from the Buckland Valley over Mount Buffalo

Cessna Flight: Scenic Joy Flight around the Victorian Alps in a high wing Cessna Hawk XP with headsets and intercom. The fabulous views are something to behold.

Massage and beauty treatments: A range of treatments available – massage, pedicure, facials. Be pampered in the comfort of your accommodation.

Half-day and Day hikes with Hedonistic Hiking: Join us for another guided walk in the Mount Buffalo or Alpine National Parks. Transfers and gourmet picnic lunch included.

Lunch at Range Restaurant: Awarded 2 Chef’s Hats and voted the best restaurant in Country Victoria by the Age Good Food Guide in 2008. Chef
Michael Ryan and sommelier Jeanette Henderson present a fabulous
menu celebrating the gourmet tradition of northeast Victoria.

Kayaking with 5-Star Adventures: Spend the morning kayaking, under instruction, on the Ovens River before returning to Bright for a delicious gourmet platter.

Alpine Valleys Winery Tour: Half-day guided tour of the wineries of the Alpine Valleys.

Transfers to/from Albury airport or Albury/Wangaratta train station: If travelling by plane or train we will arrange for your return transport to the airport/train station.

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