Overview

Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at the Quality Hotel Wangaratta Gateway at 11:00 AM on the first day of your trip. After a 30-minute private shuttle, you'll arrive in Beechworth, where your adventure begins with a delicious lunch at Billson's Brewery. Following lunch, your guides will fit you to your Trek bike and share safety tips and route highlights before your first ride. The ride starts with a short gravel section, leading to unpaved roads and double tracks that wind through orchards and forestry land east of town. Spin your legs and ease into the rolling terrain as you gear up for an incredible week of riding. Your ride ends at the Beechworth Motor Inn, where you can check in, relax, and cool off with a dip in the pool. In the evening, gather in the garden for welcome drinks and social hour. Your guides will share insights about the adventures ahead as you enjoy dinner at our favorite local restaurant.

Overview

Start your morning with a simple breakfast delivered to your room or enjoyed outside under the morning sun. Today’s ride begins with an exhilarating paved descent, followed by rolling hills that lead to the serene Chiltern-Mount Pilot National Park. Along the way, enjoy the tranquility of minimal traffic, bushland vistas, and the melodies of native bird song. Watch for kangaroos and wallabies darting through the forest as you ride. Take a short hike to the summit of Mount Pilot for breathtaking panoramic views—don’t forget your camera! Then, continue along smooth champagne gravel roads to Woolshed Falls, where you can cool off with a refreshing swim before enjoying a signature Trek Travel picnic. After lunch, choose to ride back to the hotel or take a short shuttle. Spend your afternoon exploring Beechworth’s historic sites, browsing its charming shops, or sampling its famous local honey. In the evening, we’ll walk to Bridge Road Brewery for a casual and fun dinner.

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This morning you’ll venture southeast into the most remote portion of our trip. Both the Today's Ride and Avid options begin with a challenging climb straight from the hotel. Navigate quiet dirt roads and rugged gravel through dense logging forests, where the Australian bush hums with life. Look out for flashes of movement as kangaroos graze in open clearings or wallabies bound between the trees. As you approach the Mount Stanley Scenic Reserve, you’ll decide whether to summit Mount Stanley or continue directly to lunch at the cozy Stanley Cafe, a hidden gem in this quaint town. After lunch, the promise of breathtaking views from Murmungee Lookout will keep you motivated. Finish your ride with an exhilarating downhill section before arriving back at the hotel. Spend your afternoon exploring Beechworth with a guided historical tour or a visit to the Beechworth Gaol (jail). For dinner, choose from one of Beechworth’s excellent local restaurants to refuel before we head to Milawa tomorrow.

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Today, we leave the mountains of Beechworth behind and ride into the rolling vineyards of King Valley in Milawa. After a light and nourishing breakfast, enjoy scenic downhill riding along the "Murray to Mountains" rail trail and onto winding gravel roads. Riders opting for a shorter route will stay on the rail trail all the way to lunch, while others venture through the picturesque farmland of the valley. After a river crossing—and perhaps a refreshing dip—the route splits: avid riders can tackle the Kneebones Gap gravel climb, while others weave their way to lunch. At the Milawa Cheese Company, sample nine different artisanal cheeses with fresh bakery bread, and savor a hearty lunch made from locally harvested ingredients. After lunch, it’s a short ride to the Lancemore Milawa, where you can unwind before an evening wine tasting at Brown Brothers’ world-famous onsite winery, followed by a dinner celebrating the region’s best.

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After a restful night and a hearty breakfast, you'll begin your day riding out of the hotel and into the picturesque hills south of Milawa. Surrounded by sprawling vineyards, farmland, and grazing sheep, you’ll make your way deeper into the heart of the King Valley. The gently undulating terrain offers smooth, fast gravel paths that make for a rewarding ride through this iconic wine region. With three ride options available, you can choose a shorter route to enjoy more time relaxing by the hotel pool or opt for a longer ride with minimal elevation gain for a full day of exploration. Once back at our beautiful hotel, the rest of the day is yours to discover Milawa’s local specialties—whether it’s wine tasting, sampling gourmet treats, or simply indulging in the charm of this quaint town.

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This morning begins with a 40-minute shuttle to Paradise Falls in Alpine National Park. After a short hike, marvel at the breathtaking 100-foot waterfall, especially stunning in spring. Snap a few photos before hopping on your bike for a rolling descent out of the park, winding through serene forests and quiet back roads. Midway through the ride, soak in spectacular views of Mount Buffalo, its sheer cliffs and towering peaks creating a dramatic backdrop to the pristine gravel. The ride ends at Lake Buffalo, though avid riders can take on the trip’s steepest climb, rewarded with an exhilarating descent to lunch. Gather at Dal Zotto Winery for a delicious lunch paired with a glass of their celebrated wine, before returning to the hotel. Tonight, we’ll meet for drinks and enjoy a unique dining experience at the hotel, sharing highlights from the week and celebrating an unforgettable adventure.

Overview

On your final day, choose from two route options to spin out your legs with an early morning ride or enjoy a more leisurely start to the day. No matter which you choose, enjoy a satisfying breakfast before checking out of the hotel. A private shuttle will take you back to Melbourne, with stops at the airport and Southern Cross Station downtown for those continuing their journey in the region. Please ensure any departing flights are scheduled after 5:00 PM to account for potential delays.