Holidays in Victoria

Victoria may be Australia’s smallest mainland state but packed into such a compact area is a wealth of natural wonders and attractions. Holidays in Victoria allow you to experience the intriguing diversity of sweeping coastline and pristine beaches, national parks and forests teeming with wildlife, some of the world’s leading wineries and lakes and mountains offering skiing, climbing and hiking. Best of all, many of Victoria's unique and varied landscapes are easily accessible as day trips from Melbourne, Victoria’s stylish and elegant capital. Melbourne boasts glamorous festivals and events, Australia's best shopping, a lively passion for eating and drinking, and a flourishing interest in the arts. A vibrant urban centre, holidays in Melbourne showcase some of the best of Australia’s energetic laid-back lifestyle, but also reveals a more old-world sense of style.

Victoria is the smallest state in mainland Australia and located at the south-eastern tip of the country. It is a great state for touring as everything is within reachable driving distance making holidays in Victoria great for sightseeing. The Great Ocean Road winds alongside the coastline in Victoria, and the most dramatic part of the stretch is the Port Campbell National Park which includes the impressive Twelve Apostles rock pillars. Melbourne - the state capital - is accessible along the Great Ocean Road, and is a stylish, fashionable city from which the Grampians and the Victorian Alps are easily reachable.