OVERVIEW

This self-guided independent walk has you trek over spectacular ridgelines, through valleys packed tight with Mountain Ash, high alpine forests and grassland and past snow-capped mountains. The sheer diversity of landscape and the glorious views as the track winds its way from Falls Creek via Hotham and Dinner Plain are some of the highlights.

Breath in the fresh alpine air as you take in the dramatic views from the breathtaking Razorback Ridge and Mt Feathertop.  Climb the second-highest peak in Victoria. The hike from Falls Creek to Mnt Hotham via the Cobungra Valley is probably one of the best hikes the Alps has to offer and provides a real sense of accomplishment.

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Trek from Hotham to Falls Creek with a light pack
  • Hike the Razorback to Mount Feathertop
  • Explore the cattlemen huts along the way
  • Stay in comfort and be treated with mountain hospitality
  • Have the luxury of having a hot shower and mostly chef-prepared dinners and breakfasts each day

 

AT A GLANCE

TRIP LENGTH
6 DAYS
WALK GRADE
Moderate

ITINERARY

WHAT’S INCLUDED

  • 6 day pack free walking holiday
  • Australia’s best alpine hiking trails
  • 5 nights accommodation with ensuites
  • 5 Cooked or continental breakfasts, 4 chef-prepared two course dinners and 4 substantial walkers lunches
  • Luggage transport and vehicle transfers
  • We shift you along the track from accommodation to accommodation to limit time in a vehicle, creating more time to relax and enjoy the region
  • National park admission
  • Enjoy worry-free navigation with Stroll’s comprehensive track notes

ACCOMMODATION & DINING

The accommodations are excellent on this Great Alpine Walk, with quality Ski Lodges, hotels and bed and breakfasts all in excellent locations. More importantly, the hosts have been part of our partner network for 20 years or more and offer a level of unsurpassed friendly service that you can only find in the mountains. Private rooms in Harreitville,  Hotham Alpine Village and the Ski Lodge at Falls Creek all come with their own ensuites.

The two-course dinners are prepared by chefs and your host on one night, as are the cooked breakfasts (breakfast at Harrietville is prepared in house).

Each day whilst you’re walking you’ll be provided with a substantial walkers lunch and get to eat it at a fabulous location on the track. A walkers lunch is varied and may include a high protein type salad, roll or a wrap, muesli bar, cake or muffin and a piece of fruit.

Alcohol or drinks with meals are not included (except tea/coffee and juice with breakfast).

GENERAL INFO

This Great Alpine Walk starts in Bright at 4.00 pm with a transfer to Falls Creek in the late afternoon. It’s a 5-hour drive from Melbourne, with public transport services available from Melbourne. Contact us for more details. If you choose to arrive by car let us know, we can have you leave your vehicle at the last accommodation in Harrietville and have you transferred to Falls from there.

This is one of the more challenging inn-to-inn walks. The terrain on the alpine hiking trails is sometimes undulating, some up and down, but with various flat sections along well-marked trails. Rougher tracks progress along with gradual ascents to the summits for spectacular views, then down steeper downhill sections through snow gums to forested valleys below.

You’ll be walking an average of 18 km a day over five days. Those that enjoy the solitude of nature will appreciate some days where you are probably more likely to see deer and wild horses than other people.

There are four walking days on this six-day itinerary, starting in Falls Creek and ending in the village of Harrietville. We include accommodation from day one to day six, plus most meals, all transfers (to and from Bright as well) and comprehensive trip notes and walking maps. We transfer your luggage to the next accommodation so you can focus on enjoying the walking with just your daypack and what you need for the day.

Not included: alcohol, meals not listed in the itinerary, drinks with meals (except tea/coffee and juice with breakfast).

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WEATHER

This walk can be done any time from the start of December to 20th April. This mountain environment is about 10–15 degrees cooler than Melbourne and Sydney, and there is a possibility of bad weather even during summer. January and February are usually warm and the alpine wildflowers are at their best. December and March are usually mild and considered by many people to be the best times to visit.

See the Bureau of Meteorology’s information about average temperatures and rainfall at different times of the year.

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INSURANCE

We require that you have adequate travel insurance against potential losses, damage or injury, including cancellation costs and loss of luggage.

For all trips that require international travel, you must have purchased travel insurance that also includes medical evacuation coverage.

We also charge a cancellation fee if you cancel your walking holiday after we have confirmed it to cover costs incurred from our suppliers and in the office.  See the FAQ section for more information.

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INFORMATION PACK

For nearly 30 years we have taken pride in providing seamlessly organised walking holidays, but we know, even with that in mind, that you’ll have many more questions. You will receive a very detailed information pack and itinerary approximately 6 weeks out from departure outlining all the fine detail and much more.

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CONTACT

If you have any questions about the Great Alpine Walk, feel free to ask one of our destination consultants. You can get in touch with us via our contact form, or email us at info@stroll.com

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AT A GLANCE
TRIP LENGTH
6 DAYS
WALK GRADE
oderate
Overview

This self-guided independent walk has you trek over spectacular ridgelines, through valleys packed tight with Mountain Ash, high alpine forests and grassland and past snow-capped mountains. The sheer diversity of landscape and the glorious views as the track winds its way from Falls Creek via Hotham and Dinner Plain are some of the highlights.

Breath in the fresh alpine air as you take in the dramatic views from the breathtaking Razorback Ridge and Mt Feathertop.  Climb the second-highest peak in Victoria. The hike from Falls Creek to Mnt Hotham via the Cobungra Valley is probably one of the best hikes the Alps has to offer and provides a real sense of accomplishment.

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Trek from Hotham to Falls Creek with a light pack
  • Hike the Razorback to Mount Feathertop
  • Explore the cattlemen huts along the way
  • Stay in comfort and be treated with mountain hospitality
  • Have the luxury of having a hot shower and mostly chef-prepared dinners and breakfasts each day

 

Itinerary
What’s Included
  • 6 day pack free walking holiday
  • Australia’s best alpine hiking trails
  • 5 nights accommodation with ensuites
  • 5 Cooked or continental breakfasts, 4 chef-prepared two course dinners and 4 substantial walkers lunches
  • Luggage transport and vehicle transfers
  • We shift you along the track from accommodation to accommodation to limit time in a vehicle, creating more time to relax and enjoy the region
  • National park admission
  • Enjoy worry-free navigation with Stroll’s comprehensive track notes
Accommodation & Dining

The accommodations are excellent on this Great Alpine Walk, with quality Ski Lodges, hotels and bed and breakfasts all in excellent locations. More importantly, the hosts have been part of our partner network for 20 years or more and offer a level of unsurpassed friendly service that you can only find in the mountains. Private rooms in Harreitville,  Hotham Alpine Village and the Ski Lodge at Falls Creek all come with their own ensuites.

The two-course dinners are prepared by chefs and your host on one night, as are the cooked breakfasts (breakfast at Harrietville is prepared in house).

Each day whilst you’re walking you’ll be provided with a substantial walkers lunch and get to eat it at a fabulous location on the track. A walkers lunch is varied and may include a high protein type salad, roll or a wrap, muesli bar, cake or muffin and a piece of fruit.

Alcohol or drinks with meals are not included (except tea/coffee and juice with breakfast).

General Info

This Great Alpine Walk starts in Bright at 4.00 pm with a transfer to Falls Creek in the late afternoon. It’s a 5-hour drive from Melbourne, with public transport services available from Melbourne. Contact us for more details. If you choose to arrive by car let us know, we can have you leave your vehicle at the last accommodation in Harrietville and have you transferred to Falls from there.

This is one of the more challenging inn-to-inn walks. The terrain on the alpine hiking trails is sometimes undulating, some up and down, but with various flat sections along well-marked trails. Rougher tracks progress along with gradual ascents to the summits for spectacular views, then down steeper downhill sections through snow gums to forested valleys below.

You’ll be walking an average of 18 km a day over five days. Those that enjoy the solitude of nature will appreciate some days where you are probably more likely to see deer and wild horses than other people.

There are four walking days on this six-day itinerary, starting in Falls Creek and ending in the village of Harrietville. We include accommodation from day one to day six, plus most meals, all transfers (to and from Bright as well) and comprehensive trip notes and walking maps. We transfer your luggage to the next accommodation so you can focus on enjoying the walking with just your daypack and what you need for the day.

Not included: alcohol, meals not listed in the itinerary, drinks with meals (except tea/coffee and juice with breakfast).

WEATHER

This walk can be done any time from the start of December to 20th April. This mountain environment is about 10–15 degrees cooler than Melbourne and Sydney, and there is a possibility of bad weather even during summer. January and February are usually warm and the alpine wildflowers are at their best. December and March are usually mild and considered by many people to be the best times to visit.

See the Bureau of Meteorology’s information about average temperatures and rainfall at different times of the year.

INSURANCE

We require that you have adequate travel insurance against potential losses, damage or injury, including cancellation costs and loss of luggage.

For all trips that require international travel, you must have purchased travel insurance that also includes medical evacuation coverage.

We also charge a cancellation fee if you cancel your walking holiday after we have confirmed it to cover costs incurred from our suppliers and in the office.  See the FAQ section for more information.

INFORMATION PACK

For nearly 30 years we have taken pride in providing seamlessly organised walking holidays, but we know, even with that in mind, that you’ll have many more questions. You will receive a very detailed information pack and itinerary approximately 6 weeks out from departure outlining all the fine detail and much more.

CONTACT

If you have any questions about the Great Alpine Walk, feel free to ask one of our destination consultants. You can get in touch with us via our contact form, or email us at info@stroll.com

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    PRICE
    Single Occupancy
    DETAILS
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