Oct 30 - Melbourne
Back on land!
Today did not turn out as expected. I ended up not feeling well and missed the second half of the day. 😢
Below is the description of our tour that Princess provided. I’ve added a couple of photos …and for others I’m sure Mary will be putting hers up on Facebook.
Just outside Melbourne, the spectacular Dandenong Ranges and Yarra Valley are prized for their beauty, wineries, national parks, forests, and mountains. Enjoy free time at the Healesville Wildlife Sanctuary to wander through the Australian bushland. Zookeepers will tell you about the platypus, parrots, kangaroos, wombats, and koala. More than 200 species of native birds, mammals and reptiles live here. Continue to the Yarra Valley wine district, where the varieties grown include Shiraz, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir. Rochford Winery prides itself on the production of premium-quality wines that express the true character of their vineyards. Sample award-winning wines at the cellar door, appreciate the landscape from the observation tower or stroll through the art gallery. After the lunch you will be heading to deBortolo Winery situated in the heart of the Yarra Valley for a tasting before you return to Melbourne.
Map of Healesville
Two Echidnas
Hopefully the day at sea tomorrow will have me rested up for Adelaide.
M & D
Sounds like it’s time for Blueberry tea. Hope you got to do the Australian Safari!
ReplyDeleteI can’t even think about ‘boozy’ tea! We did half the park at Healesville but ran out of time!
DeleteI'm so sorry that you weren't feeling well. Sounds like you got some rest and that's the best you can do to get on the other side of these things. Hoping it was a short-term bug and you're ready to go again. xoxo
ReplyDeleteHopefully nothing serious!
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