About this tour
Every winter, the Snowy Mountains become one of Melbourne's most anticipated seasonal destinations. The 2025 Snowy Mountains Day Tour will take you into a dreamy white world. Whether you want to build a snowman, play sledding, or challenge your skiing skills, you can do it on this trip! We have carefully designed three itinerary packages to meet the different needs of snow watchers, ski beginners and advanced skiers. You can choose to take a bus directly to the top of the Snowy Mountains, or choose a more flexible charter service (including lunch or ski instructors). At the same time, ski equipment/snow clothing rental options are provided, which is convenient and fast, without worry. This trip is very suitable for family trips, couples' romantic journeys, or a winter adventure with three or five friends. It is a limited-time experience that cannot be missed in the winter of 2025!
🌹Event Highlights
- Starting from Melbourne city, it only takes about 3.5 hours to reach the ski shop at the foot of the mountain. After picking up the ski equipment, you can go up the mountain, easily solving the transportation problem from Melbourne city to the ski resort.
- Mt Buller is a popular ski resort with complete facilities and ski lessons, making it a great family friendly destination.
- The closest distance and cheapest price make it the most cost-effective.
※Package selection
As the snowy season arrives,Mt. BullerIt has become the most popular winter paradise for Melbourne tourists. We have specially launched three flexible itinerary packages to meet the needs of different groups of customers, allowing you to easily embark on a silver and white journey!
❄️ Package 1: One-day snow viewing tour (suitable for family, photo taking, and snow playing) It is suitable for travelers who have never set foot on a snowy mountain. No skiing experience is needed. All you need is warm clothes and a happy mood to enjoy the fun of making snowmen, having snowball fights and taking pictures of the snow scenery.
📍Transportation options:
a. Take the bus directly to the snow mountain b. Transfer to the bus after arriving at the snow mountain parking lot c. Transfer to the bus after the Mercedes-Benz parking lot d. Transfer to the bus after the Mercedes-Benz parking lot (lunch included)
🎿 Package 2: One-day skiing tour (suitable for beginners ~ intermediate skiers) This tour is suitable for those who already have basic skiing skills or want to ski freely. Ski equipment and snow clothes can be purchased as needed.
📍Transportation options:
a. Direct bus to the snow mountain b. Pick-up arrival c. Mercedes-Benz small group d. Mercedes-Benz with lunch + home pick-up
Equipment selection:
a. Snow equipment (three-piece set: snowboard + shoes + helmet) Please note whether it is snowboard or double board
b. Snow equipment + snow jacket and pants set
*※ The cable car ticket price depends on the weather and snow conditions on the day, and varies according to the off-season and peak season. Please purchase the ticket yourself.
⛷️ Package 3: One-day skiing tour + course experience (suitable for beginners with zero skiing experience) Recommended for first-time skiers, including basic skiing instruction, practical training and skiing experience, all arranged by a Chinese tour guide.
📍Transportation options:
a. Bus to the snow mountain + skiing lessons b. Private Mercedes Benz charter with lessons
# includes equipment and coaching fees, providing a complete skiing learning experience. # is taught in English (the teacher is very friendly), and it is a one-to-one official course.
📍 Pick-up location options:
Meeting point in the city
- Chinatown: 108 Little Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000
- Grand Hyatt: 42 Russell St, Melbourne VIC 3000
- ibis Melbourne: 15/21 Therry St, Melbourne VIC 3000
- Great Southern Hotel: 44 Spencer St, Melbourne VIC 3000
- Eastern Suburbs Pickup Point: Box Hill / Glen Waverley
- Home pickup: optional for some plans (surcharge required)
🏝️Main attractions
Mt Buller has a variety of ski slopes suitable for skiers of all levels.
Here are some ski slopes, but you need to buy your own cable car ticket: https://www.mtbuller.com.au/ecomm
- Beginner ski slopes:
- Bourke Street: This is the most popular beginner's ski run, wide and gentle, very suitable for those who are trying skiing for the first time.
- Burnt Hut Spur: This ski slope is also designed for beginners. The terrain is simple and can help novices develop basic skiing skills.
- Intermediate ski slopes:
- Shakey Knees: The ski slopes are suitable for intermediate skiers. The slopes are moderate, allowing people to challenge themselves while enjoying the fun of skiing.
- Little Buller Spur: This is a moderately difficult ski slope with beautiful scenery, suitable for intermediate skiers to improve their skills.
- Advanced ski slopes:
- Federation: One of the advanced slopes, steep and technical, suitable for experienced skiers.
- Chamois: This ski run is known for its steep slopes and fast skiing speeds and is a favorite among advanced skiers.
- Professional ski slopes:
- Summit: Designed for expert skiers, this is a very challenging run for those seeking an extreme skiing experience.
- Howqua: Professional ski slopes with technical difficulty and high speeds, suitable for experienced and skilled skiers.
In addition to the above ski slopes, there are many other ski slopes and cross-country ski trails on Mount Buller, allowing ski enthusiasts to enjoy the fun of skiing. Each ski slope has been carefully maintained to ensure that skiers can enjoy skiing in a safe environment.
🧣 Clothing and equipment suggestions
- Please wear cold-proof and waterproof clothing, such as ski jackets, snow pants, snow boots and non-slip gloves. We also recommend that you bring scarves, wool hats, sunglasses and sunscreen (snow reflects strongly).
- It is recommended to rent ski equipment and snow clothing through a travel agency. Please make an appointment in advance to avoid queuing on site. ❄ Weather and itinerary changes
- The climate in the snowy mountains is changeable in winter. In the event of heavy snow, strong winds or mountain closure, the organizer has the right to adjust or change the itinerary and will notify the passengers in advance.
- Cable car tickets are available depending on the snow conditions. Passengers are advised to purchase tickets on site on the day of the event. The organizer does not assume any responsibility for suspension of operation due to weather conditions. 🛡 Skiing and activity safety
- Skiing is risky. Please follow the instructions of the guide and coach and avoid leaving the group or entering difficult slopes alone.
- Beginners are recommended to choose the "ski + lesson" plan, where professionals will help with getting started and safe operation.
- All passengers are required to keep their personal belongings by themselves and please do not leave valuables in the vehicle.
👨👩👧👦 Parent-child travel reminder
- It is recommended that children aged 6 and above participate in the skiing trip, while snow-viewing activities are suitable for all ages; children must be accompanied and cared for by their parents throughout the trip.
🎯Purchase Notes
- The location and pick-up time are fixed. Please check the map for the pick-up location in advance. You need to arrive at the designated location 10 minutes in advance and wait for the driver to call you to get on the bus. If you cannot participate in the tour, no compensation or refund will be made.
- The bus arrival time may be delayed due to traffic conditions. If you do not see the bus within the scheduled time, please call the emergency contact number on the voucher and the local travel agency will provide immediate assistance.
- This tour is a one-day snow tour and does not include ski equipment/ski lessons/and cable car tickets.
- It is not recommended to bring valuables to the ski resort. The driver and guide cannot provide storage services. If you leave valuables on the bus, they will not be responsible for their storage.
- The itinerary may be adjusted, cancelled, extended or shortened due to weather, road conditions, traffic control and other special circumstances. The driver-guide reserves the right to make necessary changes.
- The following patients or those who are not suitable for excessive stimulation are not recommended to participate in this program: high blood pressure, heart disease, fear of heights, asthma, epilepsy, pregnant women.
- This trip does not include insurance. As skiing is an intense and risky sport, it is recommended that you purchase travel insurance or accidental injury insurance before departure. If a collision or other accident or injury occurs during skiing, the medical expenses or compensation expenses must be borne by the participants themselves.
