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The real Australian horse riding holiday
The real Australian horse riding holiday
From the beaches of Noosa to the lush hinterland of the Mary Valley
Horse riding on the beach in Noosa
Horse riding on the beach in Noosa
Come experience our great riding adventures!
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Have something to celebrate?
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Riding in the cattle and gold country in South Burnett
Riding in the cattle and gold country in South Burnett
Experience riding through endless pastures and cattle mustering
Ride through lush forests
Ride through lush forests
Experience the scenic Mary Valley forests
 
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SPECIAL ONCE-A-YEAR Tour! 

Attend the running of the 151ST Melbourne Cup and ride in the Snowy Mountains.

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Ride the river in the High Country
Cattle Mustering in the High Country
Mountain top views
Ride through the canyons
As far as the eye can see
Enjoy beautiful cuisine
Homestead accommodation in the High Country
Experience the High Country summer

151ST Melbourne Cup / Snowy River Horse Riding Tour

Exciting Australia Horse Riding Adventure!

Tour includes:

  • Transfers to and from Melbourne Airport
  • 3 nights stay at 4.5 star city hotel rooms with river views
  • Full buffet breakfast each morning
  • Special Breakfast with Melbourne Cup Winning Jockey
  • Premium marquee hospitality at 151st Melbourne Cup
  • Reserved Lawn Stand seating for the 151st  Cup Race
  • Transfers to and from Snowy River Victoria High Country
  • 5 nights/5 days superb horse riding in superb scenery
  • Riding all inclusive of horses, tack, equipment and guides
  • Comfortable boutique ride accommodations
  • 3 full meals served per day on riding location
  • A lifetime of memories

Itinerary Cost: $5,200 per person  - inclusive of GST (taxes),

151st Melbourne Cup Snowy River Ride Group Itinerary

  

 Riding with Watson’s Horse Riding Tours

Up to 8 riders plus guides & Equathon hosts – Alex & Rebecca

 

Day 1 Tue. Oct 25  ~ Arrive Melbourne in the morning –  transfer to ride location ~

We arrive at the celebrated “Riverhouse at Howqua Dale”, a magnificent country house hotel on the banks of the Howqua River. The 6 double rooms with ensuites all have beautiful views of the garden or countryside.

Enjoy a relaxing hot shower before a riverside BBQ dinner in one of Victoria’s prettiest valleys.

Day 2  Wed. Oct 26

We arrive at 9.30am at the high country farming property that’s been in the Watson family for many generations.

After saddling up, we set off on our ‘Man from Snowy River’ experience on horseback. We ride up to spectacular 360 degree views and along the way, watch out for the wildlife that often takes a look at us, including kangaroos, wallabies and Australia’s largest bird of flight, the wedge tail eagle. 

We stop at “Dungeon Hut” for lunch enjoy a gourmet
hamper lunch and then in the afternoon we traverse the bridle tracks through quiet valleys and points of rich historical interest to the “Riverhouse at Howqua Dale” for the evening.

Day 3  Thur. Oct 27

The next morning we enjoy an early hearty country breakfast and start our journey up the majestic Howqua River along the high track towards “Stockyard Creek”. It is a challenging days riding with spectacular views over the river, tree fern gullies and long cantering sections. We stop for a pack lunch on the river bank surrounded by just mountains.

After lunch we ride through Wares Flat, Whisky Flat and Tobacco Flat and into Stockyard Creek to the Stoney family’s Pioneering Homestead. Here we are greeted with a cool drink and warm hospitality by Wendy Jubb Stoney.

Enjoy a sumptuous traditional Australian dinner at the homestead with all the trimmings and then retire to your room furnished with original pioneer relics and sun kissed sheets.

Day 4  Fri. Oct 28 

A relaxing sleep-in then an indulgent breakfast awaits you. This is a relaxing day of riding where we explore the historic Howqua Hills area including ‘Picture Point’, ‘The Chinese Gold Diggings’, ‘Mad Professors Hut’, ‘Fred Fry’s Hut’ and ‘Tunnel Bend’.

Tonight’s dinner is a special affair at “Greenstone” the Stoney family house where we will enjoy a wonderful degustation dinner.

Day 5  Sat. Oct 29  

An early rise followed by a sumptuous breakfast. Today we return via the river track to the Riverhouse with long cantering flats and 30 river crossings. Lunch today is at the “Hideout” with much memorabilia from the “Man from Snowy River” movie.

Tonight we take a drive to the historic Kevington Hotel on the banks of the Goulburn River for dinner. This is one of the longest continually licensed hotels in Victoria dating back to the Gold Rush era.

Day 6  Sun. Oct 30

Next morning we enjoy a hearty country breakfast that gives you a big energy boost before we set off for “Kate Cameron’s Peak” where we see the perilously steep hill where the famous jump scene from the movie was filmed.

            We wind our way back down to Kinloch Winery for lunch to complete our ride.

            Travel to Melbourne – Citygate Hotel

Accommodation will be at Melbourne’s Citygate Hotel.  All of our guests will be staying in deluxe rooms with water views.  The hotel is located directly across the street from the historic Flinders Street Station.

Dinner at a local Historic Restaurant

Day 7  Mon. Oct 31     Melbourne Cup Parade/Sightseeing

Guests will have breakfast with Bart Cummins’ Melbourne Cup winning jockey John Marshall. 

Guests will enjoy a leisurely day exploring the city of Melbourne with an opportunity to watch the traditional Melbourne Cup City Parade.  It takes place annually with legendary past jockeys and horses who competed for the cup taking part in the procession.

Dinner tonight will be at Melbourne’s iconic Italian restaurant E Cucina.

Day 8  Tue. Nov 1      151th Melbourne Cup Day!

It is time for the fancy hats and frocks for the historic 151st running of the Melbourne Cup! 

It is “the race that stops the nation” and once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. 

Guests will spend the day in a premium private marquee where they will have a plated entree and buffet lunch with endless amounts of beer, wine and champagne throughout the day.   The marquee has light entertainment between races in the courtyard.  Private tote facilities and bookmaker are conveniently located in the courtyard. 

Guests will enjoy acces to a seat in the reserved lawn stand seating to watch the racing!

Day 9  Wed. Nov 2      Depart Melbourne after a true Australian 
                                           adventure!

150th Melbourne Cup & Snowy Mountains Ride

2011 Kilkivan Great Horse Ride - September 17th

Join this fantastic fun-filled annual event when over 1000 riders complete five separate scenic trails finishing at Kilkivan township culminating in a street parade and party.

Three day/two night itinerary complete with fine accommodation, meals, riding and event entry. $AU 1,100 per person twin share. Add $AU 50 per person per day/night on all itineraries for single supplement.

Call us on +61 (0)7 5474 2665 or email to book now! Numbers are limited!


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