Where to start?
Melbourne is the gateway to Mount Buller, being one of the biggest and best cities in Australia. It is a cluster of skyscrapers, street art, and a string of funky bars. It takes around four hours to travel from Melbourne up to the Mountains, so it’s best to stay the night in the city prior. Waking up at the crack of dawn, and heading off, saving the majority of the day for the snow!
But before planning your snow adventure, slow down and take a look at Melbourne, as it isn’t just limited to being just a stopover. The city is known for its chic art and its stylish attitude, with a wonderful blend of architectural heritage, modern and contemporary design. I took Last Minute Day Tours Magnificent Melbourne Tour and saw the sites of the Royal Botanic Gardens as well as the Eureka Skydeck.
How to get there
Car
Driving with your own car or a rented one may seem like the easiest option, but there are always complications when travelling alone. Heading up to the snowy mountains guarantees steep and weaving roads, with the concrete streets becoming more aslippery the closer you get to the top. Due to the long journey, fuelling up is necessary, which can take a big chunk out of your spending money, with parking as well costing you an arm and a leg.
Tour
Tours start in the early am’s, picking guests up from the inner city of Melbourne, before trekking up to Mount Buller. Here the tour stops for supplies, helping you choose all the equipment you’ll need, including snow boots, jackets, or skis. After you spend a day in the snowy land, you’ll meet back at the bus, and head back to the sparkling city. There are a number of tours offering a Mount Buller adventure, with just a few including Sightseeing Tours Australia, Last Minute Day Tours, as well as Melbourne City Tour. Each include optional upgrades that you can choose when booking. Helping you skip the stress of organising so you can truly enjoy the day without any fuss.
Activities on offer
Skiing and Snowboarding
Walking
Not a fan of speed? Discover the region by simply walking through the thick crunchy snow to enjoy Mount Buller’s winter wonderland. There are many paths you can take that let you immerse yourself in the thick bushland and serene snow land. Even hike up the steep hills to get a breathtaking view of the surrounds.
Relax
After enjoying a cold day sweating up your snowsuit from skiing around the slopes, relax those muscles and enjoy the cosy warm rooms of Mount Buller’s restaurants, bars, and cabins. Spend the night for a truly blissful stay, with cosy fireplaces and delicious mulled wine to soothe your troubles away!
