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Prospectors rushed to Victoria\u2019s High Country during the 18th century to strike it rich.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

These days, visitors come here to soak up the charm of the Victorian High Country towns dotted throughout the lush rural landscape. Along with climbing to the most famous lookout at Mt Buffalo, sampling an \u2018official\u2019 Ned Kelly pie, and admiring the rugged, rocky summits of The Jaithmathangs, you can explore some of the best towns on a Victoria High Country cycling adventure or lace up your walking shoes on a Victoria High Country walking trip. If you’re looking to add plenty of charm to your A<\/a>ustralia travel<\/a> experience, here are five of the best Victorian High Country towns which offer plenty of charm, delicious dining and scenery that will knock your socks off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rutherglen<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Vineyards<\/a>
Sample fine wines in Rutherglen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Rutherglen has been famous for its superb wines since the 1850s and this doesn\u2019t look like changing any time soon. Now home to some of the hottest young winemakers in the country, you\u2019re in for a treat when you turn up at Rutherglen\u2019s cellar doors. Along with the region\u2019s famous sparkling reds, French varietals like Marsanne and Roussanne are also available for tasting at many locations. If you aren\u2019t keen on wine, you\u2019re in luck as there are great country pubs to check out as well. Allow time to take a stroll along the historic streetscapes and imagine what life might have been like here in the gold rush era. When hunger strikes, drop into a caf\u00e9 or put together a picnic featuring the juicy red cherries that are grown at one of the many High Country farms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

FIND YOUR DREAM VICTORIAN HIGH COUNTRY TOUR<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beechworth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tourists<\/a>
Discover the Gold Rush history of Beechworth<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Discover the character-filled gold rush town of Beechworth with its fascinating stories, museums, and heritage architecture. Home to the legend of Ned Kelly, you can sample an \u2018official\u2019 Ned Kelly pie at the famous Beechworth bakery. If you\u2019re thirsty, drop into Billson\u2019s Brewery which was founded in 1865 and produces delicious beers, sodas, spirits and cordials. Join a walk through the historic centre of town with your leader and take in the town\u2019s original architecture, much of which hasn\u2019t changed since the gold rush era. Along the way, they\u2019ll point out interesting sites such as the Burke Museum, Gun Powder Magazine, and what was once known as the Beechworth Lunatic Asylum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bright<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Huggins<\/a>
Hike to Huggins Point<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Bright is the unofficial capital of the High Country and makes an excellent base for exploring the nearby mountains. If you\u2019re visiting in autumn, you\u2019ll be dazzled by the vibrant reds and golds of the leaves changing colour. Pamper yourself at a spa, throw in a line at the river, take an invigorating hike up to Huggins Point, or enjoy the peaceful riverside Canyon Walk. Love the sound of this charming Victorian country town? You\u2019ll spend three nights here in charming accommodation with a toasty warm fireplace and a cosy communal guest lounge on our Victorian High Country walking trip where you can dine at the Dumu Balcony Cafe<\/a>, an Indigenous training cafe. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yackandandah<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Yackandandah<\/a>
Stroll along the High Street in Yackandandah<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

This Victorian High Country town may be small but what it lacks in size, it more than makes up for with historical charm. The centre of town is considered so attractive that it\u2019s been listed by the National Trust so the streetscape can be enjoyed by generations to come. Follow the Historic Buildings Street Walk and take in the impressive original architectural details on the facades of the buildings which line the street. There are boutiques, antique stores, museums, and galleries to discover along the way as well. Take an underground tour of the Karrs Reef Gold Mine or admire the view at the Yackandandah Gorge. If you\u2019re feeling energetic, jump on your bike and explore the mountain bike trails which feature remnants of Yackandandah\u2019s gold mining past.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myrtleford<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Aerial<\/a>
Soak up Myrtleford’s rural charm<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Peddle to produce or wander through Myrtleford\u2019s bucolic rural scenery, the choice is yours. This pretty town is the ideal spot to slow down, take your time and indulge in a rural foodie adventure. Discover the town\u2019s tobacco-growing past on a Discovery Walk through town. If you want to stretch your legs, the Myrtleford-Everton Rail Trail is an easy 33 kilometre ride that\u2019s mostly downhill, making this route a good option for novice cyclists. The Murray to Mountains Rail Trail is equally good for beginners with no vehicle traffic and mostly sealed paths to cruise along. With the chance to sample wines along the way, these gentle rides make the most of Myrtleford\u2019s vineyards and lush green pastoral land. If you feel like a rest, nothing beats soaking your feet in the Ovens River as you admire views of the distant Alps.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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