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Short Break in the King Valley and Milawa Gourmet Region

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One of Victoria’s most exciting wine regions with a rich and lively Italian heritage. Opportunity for a cookery demonstration with Adam Pizzini at Rinaldos in the King Valley. Visit Lake Cobbler in the Alpine National Park with guided hike to Mount Cobbler. The Milawa Gourmet Region is renowned for its cheeses, olive oil and the Epicurean Centre at Brown Brothers Winery.

Short break package to include the following:

3 nights’ Luxury Accommodation and 3 delicious dinners accompanied by fine local wines

Casa Luna Gourmet Accommodation - for couples - Casa Luna is an ultra modern custom-built accommodation house featuring stylish suites with separate bathrooms and private entrances. The stunning glass-walled dining room across the patio is perfect for relaxing with a glass of local sparkling and a platter of house-made antipasto, while watching the sun set in the beautiful Boggy Creek valley.

Degustation dinner at Casa Luna comprising 5 courses of Italian inspired food, all matched with local wines.

Italian Banquet dinner at Casa Luna served family style in the centre of the table and accompanied by local Italian style wine.

Rinaldos of the King Valley: The quintessential King Valley experience. Fresh local produce artistically transformed into mouth-watering dishes complemented by fine local wines and warm country hospitality. Located in a former tobacco shed, Rinaldo's provides 'refined country' service, a relaxed vibe and knockout views of the Black Range, towering river gums and the King Valley. Three course dinner including wine.

Lindenwarrah Guest House - Architecturally designed boutique country hotel nestled in the Milawa gourmet wine region in Northeast Victoria’s alpine country. Luxury accommodation and seclusion overlooking vineyards and gardens. Stylish lounges, sunny courtyards, soothing fountains and vineyard pool.

Dinner in Restaurant Merlot, Lindenwarrah: Featuring seasonal and local produce, complemented by the finest regional wines. Elegant decor, white linen tablecloths, attentive discreet service. Views over the vineyards.

King River Café at Oxley: The main driving theme of the café is to use the freshest ingredients that northeast Victoria is renowned for. Simple yet modern and interesting food to complement the vast wines of the area. The menu is always changing, determined by the rich fruits of the area.

Rinaldos of the King Valley: The quintessential King Valley experience. Fresh local produce artistically transformed into mouth-watering dishes complemented by fine local wines and warm country hospitality. Located in a former tobacco shed, Rinaldo's provides 'refined country' service, a relaxed vibe and knockout views of the Black Range, towering river gums and the King Valley. Three course dinner including wine.

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Guided hike with Hedonistic Hiking

in the Alpine National Park. Climb up into the mountains by Four-Wheel drive to beautiful Lake Cobbler. Opportunity to hike up to Mount Cobbler from where you can enjoy splendid views across the Alpine High Country and finish the hike with a gourmet picnic beside the lake before being driven back to your accommodation. Non-walkers are welcome to come up to the lake and enjoy the peace, tranquility, beauty … and delicious lunch.

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

Self-guided bike tour of the King Valley wineries and Gourmet Picnic Hamper

Appreciate the true meaning of Slow Travel when you cycle along the beautiful King Valley dropping in for a wine tasting and a chat at some of the many fabulous wineries of the region. Stop by the King River to enjoy your picnic and maybe end the day with a beer at the Whitfield Pub. Transport back to your accommodation provided.

Guided Tour of the Milawa Gourmet Region including a delicious lunch at Brown Brothers Epicurean Centre

Visit the Milawa Cheese Factory, the Muse Gallery, EV Olives and a selection of fine wineries. Meet the producers and the winemakers and taste the fabulous produce of the Milawa Gourmet Region. Leisurely lunch at the Brown Brothers Epicurean Centre, with wines to match each course. All transport provided (also available as a self-guided cycle tour)

Total Cost:
$2165 for 2 people at Casa Luna
$TBA for 2 people at Lindenwarrah

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

Cookery class with Adam Pizzini of Rinaldo’s Restaurant: Spend the morning learning some culinary tricks from Chef Adam Pizzini before a delicious lunch in the restaurant. Minimum 6 people

Coached petanque with assaggini – Italian pre-dinner snacks – and local sparkling wine: Available to guests at Casa Luna - learn the relaxed rules of the game of petanque on Casa Luna’s own court, while enjoying local sparkling wine, served with hot and cold Italian style savouries.

Fly fishing in the King River:

Ned Kelly bush tour:

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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