It is a well known fact that Australia is home to a great many wonderful species of plants and animals, from dangerous to benign and from pretty to awe-inspiring. We at Melbourne on the Move think that Victoria is one of the most beautiful and diverse places in the world, and there’s plenty of unique wildlife and beautiful natural landscapes to see here. Around 17% of Victoria is covered by protected national parks, and quintessentially Australian animals and birds such as kangaroos, wallabies, koalas, emus, wombats, kookaburras and lyrebirds can be found here.

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We know that when you are here on holiday (or exploring close to home), sightseeing can really eat into your budget. We want you to be able to see as many awesome places in Victoria as you can — without breaking the bank. With that in mind, we have put together some of our best value tours for you:

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Here at Melbourne on the Move, we are very proud of the landscape, culture and history we have on our doorstep and we really want to show it off to you. While some of our tours focus more on specific activities or the natural world, some will tell you a little bit more about life in Victoria generations ago. These tours are especially popular with families, but will also be of interest if you just want to find out a little more about the history of our great state. Continue reading →

If you have ever queued to get out of a busy car park after a sold-out concert, you will know how much the stress of driving to and from gigs can spoil your experience. Subtract the car from the equation and enjoy going to see your favourite bands by coach. Take as many friends as you like without worrying about how many will fit in the car, and you can all enjoy yourselves without having to worry about the designated driver. Here are just some of the highlights coming up this year:

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You probably already know that Yarra Valley wine is renowned around the world for its quality. Whether you are in Melbourne on holiday or have lived here your whole life, it is well worth taking a tour of the region and really getting to know the wines on offer. Here are some reasons to choose Melbourne on the Move’s Yarra Valley Wine Tour as a fun day out. Continue reading →

The penguin parade is one of the most popular tourist attractions near Melbourne. People flock from all over the world to watch the wonderful sight of a whole horde of little penguins returning to their burrows from the sea at night. Watching the fairy penguins is a great way to spend an evening, whether you’re a visitor or a long-time Melbourne resident. Continue reading →