A fantastic program has been planned for our accompanying persons at the 2018 ANCOLD Conference.
Thursday 11 we have a morning tea and CBD walking tour and Friday 12 join us in the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges.
This year we are offering an all-inclusive package that includes all social functions and gives you a great discount. Now there’s no reason not to attend all the functions and activities!
Full Registration
- Welcome Reception
- Morning Tea
- Walking Tour
- Conference Dinner
- Day Tour
$430 Total – compared to $515 when booked separately
Partial Registration
- Pick and choose your preferred activities
Morning Tea
Thursday 11 October
9am – 11am
West Tower Suite, Level 35, Sofitel Melbourne on Collins
$50
Take this opportunity to meet up with other accompanying persons attending the ANCOLD Conference. Catch up with old friends and meet new people in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
Morning tea refreshments will be served in the Sofitel West Tower Suite where you will enjoy spectacular views over Port Phillip Bay, Southgate, and St Kilda Road Boulevard.
All attendees at the morning tea will receive a tour bag filled with handy items to help make your time in Melbourne more enjoyable.
Walking Tour
Thursday 11 October
1pm – 4pm
Departs Sofitel Melbourne On Collins (meet in the foyer)
$45
Have fun exploring the Melbourne CBD on a private tour that plans to visit Federation Square, Flinders Street Station, Degraves Street cafes, Block Arcade, Royal Arcade, Union Lane, Howey Place, the Manchester Unity Building , St Paul’s Cathedral, Hosier Lane and other street art locations, finishing up at Parliament House before returning you to the Sofitel.
There will be a coffee stop half way where attendees with have the option to purchase refreshments.
Day Tour: Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges
Friday 12 October
8.30am – 4.30pm
Departs Sofitel Melbourne On Collins (meet in the foyer)
$165
Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city for the day and tour the beautiful Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges. A day including chocolate, wine tasting, cheese, a gourmet lunch, a garden walk and breathtaking vistas…what more could you ask for?
You’ll be picked up from the Sofitel by the tour coach at 8:30am and you will visit the following fabulous destinations.
Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery where you will be welcomed with free chocolate and ice cream tastings, the chance to watch the art of chocolate making by the team of talented European Chocolatiers and their showroom choc-filled with over 250 different chocolate products.
Yering Station Winery Cellar Door and Wine Store is housed in the original winery building circa 1859 where you will be offered the opportunity to taste and reflect upon the range of Yering Station wines, guided by their knowledgeable team. Included in the experience will be cheese plates and a full glass of wine.
Coombe Yarra Valley was once the home of world famous opera singer Dame Nellie Melba. Coombe Yarra Valley is a unique gourmet and cultural destination situated amongst seven acres of stunning gardens. You will first be treated to a private tour of the gardens followed by a two course light lunch served under the iconic clock tower in the restaurant. Tea and coffee are included with the option to purchase award-winning Coombe Farm wines and other beverages to enjoy with your meal.
SkyHigh Mount Dandenong is on the uppermost reach of the Dandenong Ranges, amid cool ferny glades and lush towering native forests. SkyHigh is one of Victoria’s premier tourist attractions with majestic views to be experienced over the Melbourne skyline.
The tour coach will return all attendees to the Sofitel at around 4:30pm.
