HOW TO EXPLORE THE MURRAY TO MOUNTAINS RAIL TRAIL

YOUR 'HOW TO' LOCALS HOLIDAY GUIDE

Imagine a fully supported rail trail adventure exploring historic towns and immersive artworks, pausing for local lunches, unique cafés and wine tastings along the way. Damien from Tour de Vines shows you how to explore the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail. Keen for more? Explore our list of guides here.

TOUR DE VINES

STEP 1. BOOK A RAIL TRAIL TOUR WITH TOUR DE VINES

Book a guided tour with Tour de Vines and enjoy a fully supported and beginner-friendly Murray to Mountains Rail Trail adventure.

Kick off in historic Beechworth and cruise through iconic landscapes, uncovering fascinating artworks and tasting gourmet food and wine along the way, all with a local guide at the ready.

GAPSTED ESTATE

STEP 2. SAVOUR LUNCH, VIEWS AND A WINE TASTING AT GAPSTED ESTATE

Stop in at Gapsted Estate for a relaxed lunch of local, seasonal produce, unparalleled Alpine Valley views – and a wine tasting of course. With over 30 wines on tasting at the cellar door, you're sure to find a favourite.

CAFE FEZ & RED RAMIA

STEP 3. REFRESH AND REFUEL WITH COFFEE, MOROCCAN MINT TEA AND A BAZAAR WANDER

Take a pause in Myrtleford at Cafe Fez and soak in its unique and welcoming Middle Eastern atmosphere, sipping a rich coffee or aromatic Moroccan mint tea amid colourful lanterns and warm, exotic décor.

While you're there, take a trip through Japan, Morocco and India with a wander through Red Ramia – an enormous globe-trotter's emporium.

DISCOVER AN OUTDOOR GALLERY

STEP 4. ENJOY TRAIL ART AND DISCOVER LOCAL FIRST NATIONS HISTORY

Spend some time at Eurobin Station to explore 'True Horizons' by Kent Morris, a First Nations-led artwork that invites you to reflect on the regions history and landscape, featuring a fascinating Bogong Moth sculpture.

Roll on a little further to discover Skunk Control's bright and immersive 'Colour Bridge' at leaf-lined Porepunkah – cameras at the ready.

EXPLORE BRIGHT

STEP 5. CHECK OUT BRIGHT BEFORE BEING SHUTTLED BACK TO BEECHWORTH

Roll along the rail trail into beautiful Bright and be welcomed by Emily Floyd's playful 'Baby Magpie' sculpture.

Time to give the legs a rest. Let the Tour de Vines team shuttle you back up the hill to Beechworth – the cherry on top of a hassle-free High Country getaway.