Why choose this Ballarat tour ?
This walking tour was originally commissioned by the non for profit Swiss Italian Fiesta – an annual festival that celebrates the Swiss and Italian culture, history and heritage of the village
The walking tour is the only experience of this nature on offer in the village
We explore the remarkable Swiss and Italian history, culture and stories in Hepburn. Its an engaging guided small group walk and talk. Guests see some of the stunning architectural styles that define this village and hear about the early settlers lives and stories.
Guests will recognise the pre colonial period and first nations culture and history of this special and unique location. Guest houses, hotels, churches and schools along with their artwork and stories will give visitors new insight into the Hepburn Village.
Exclusive access to highly sought after historical sites
We will finish at a “local watering hole” to quench your thirst
(drinks at bar prices & not included in this ticket)
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What makes Cammino di Hepburn at 5pm each Friday a unique experience ?
Start at Luccini’s Old Macaroni Factory (opposite the Savoia Hotel @ 69 Main Rd Hepburn Springs):
Where we explore the remarkable Swiss and Italian history, culture and stories in Hepburn? Join us for an engaging guided small group walk and talk. You will see some of the stunning architectural styles that define this village and hear about the early settlers lives and stories. Recognise the pre colonial period and first nations culture and history of this special and unique location. Guest houses, hotels, churches and schools along with their artwork and stories will give you new insight into the Hepburn Village.
The Old Macaroni Factory
Heritage-listed Italiante buidling dating to the 1850s
the oldest commercial Italian building in Australia
stunning murals from the Luccini brothers dating to the 1850s
The third version of the original and first guest house in Hepburn Springs
Now an Edwardian Style Hotel, lovingly restored and decorated befitting the granduer of the Italian Royal Family of the era
The height of 1930s modernity and home to Clara and Victor Zelman
Find out the connection of this cottage to Alberto Zelman founder of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
Peppers Mineral Springs Hotel
1930s art deco hotel
the original site of the 1880’s Rolleris Mineral Springs Hotel
Villa Parma
1864s Italianate Masterpiece
from the palazzi style fo the Italian renaissance, right in the heart of central Victoria Australia
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Cammino di Hepburn at 5pm each Friday
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Cammino di Hepburn at 5pm each Friday Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- $4 from each tickets sold goes to the Swiss Italian Festa
- Access to buildings (when available)
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Alice’s Journeys Walking Tours of Daylesford.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Australia/Melbourne.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 3 valid reviews on TRIPADVISOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
