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Melbourne Drive by Day - Private Tour

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Overview

A low cost, great introduction to Melbourne. Sit back, relax and enjoy Melbourne in a private tour, as we cruise around for 2 hours during the day with stops for photos and exploring.

A new tour for 2023, inspired by the popular Melbourne Drive by Night, this all weather drive-by tour will take you to a number of key Melbourne locations. Being chauferred by an experienced guide you will experience popular Melbourne locations from the perspective of a local.
The thoughtful design of this tour has incorporated many of the "must see" locations of Melbourne into a single tour of a 2 hour duration. Normally you would need to spend many hours and take at least two tours to visit the locations included in this tour.

As with all tours provided by 69 Tours, this is a private tour, which offers some room for flexibility, is never rushed, conducted in a relaxed, easy going fashion, by an experienced local guide. Experience Melbourne through the eyes of a local.

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Five locations to explore
  • Pick-up and drop-off at a mutually agreed location

    Meeting and Pickup

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    Pickup details

    Pick up location is negotiated according to guest needs. Typically this includes pick up from hotels, train stations or air/ship ports.

    What To Expect

    Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria (Pass By)

    We make our way towards the Shrine of Remembrance through the diverse complex of beautiful parks and gardens that border the famous Royal Botanical Gardens in Melbourne.
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    Shrine of Remembrance

    The amazing Shrine of Remembrance is one of Australia's largest war memorials, situated within Melbourne's huge parks and gardens complex next to the Royal Botanical Gardens. The Shrine was built to honour the men and women of Victoria who served in World War I, but now functions as a memorial to all Australians who have served in any war. It is a site of annual observances for Anzac Day (25 April) and Remembrance Day (11 November). You will have the opportunity to take photos of this incredible strucutre and see the amazing Shrine in person.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Aughtie Drive

    You will be driven along the Formula 1 track that is used annually as part of the Melbourne Grand Prix. Additionally, we will stop at the starting lines which are located next to the pits. Here you can take photos and see the starting line as well as the position marking for the cars. Don't just watch the Melbourne Grand Prix on TV - be a part of it!
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Luna Park Melbourne

    An icon of St Kilda, Luna Park is a historic amusement park which opened on 13 December 1912. St Kilda's Luna Park is the oldest continually operating wooden roller coaster in the world and the only one of its kind with a standing brakeman in control aboard its moving carriages. You will have the opportunity to take photos of the famous Luna Park face and see the iconic location in person.
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Palais Theatre

    The Palais Theatre (originally Palais Pictures) is a historic picture palace with a capacity of nearly 3,000 people. The Palais Theatre in St Kilda is the largest seated theatre in Australia. You will have the opportunity to take photos of the historic theatre and see the iconic location in person.
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Dendy Street Beach

    Dendy Street Beach is famous for its colourful and historic bathing huts. It is Melbourne's most photographed beach. You will get to explore the 500m long beach which is tied to two reefs, and have plenty of opportunity to take photos and enjoy the experience of being in a truly iconic location. Your knowledgable guide will inform you about the history of the area including a detailed discussion about the huts themselves.
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Beaconsfield Parade (Pass By)

    You will be chauferred back to your destination via the "scenic route" which is also known as the Bay Trail. You will experience magnificent bay views as well as see plenty of historic and heritage buildings along the way which are a reflection of the past characteristics of the regions we drive through.
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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Specialized infant seats are available

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Melbourne Drive by Day – Private Tour?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEST). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-130429P3

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    What's Included

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    • Private transportation
    • Five locations to explore
    • Pick-up and drop-off at a mutually agreed location
    • Air-conditioned vehicle
    • A selection of non-alcoholic beverages
    • Personal driver and experienced tour guide for commentary

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Specialized infant seats are available

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEST).

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