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From $120 to $240

Solve clues and riddles that will allow you to explore Ballarat in a fun and unique way. Perfect for couples, friends, or families – this is a memorable way to discover local providers and hidden gems.

The itinerary for the day is pre-planned and booked for you, and throughout the day you and your partner will solve clues, puzzles and riddles together to reveal each step of your journey. Each stop will add something to your experience, be it a local delicacy to put in your hamper, or a beautiful spot for a couple’s selfie.

So, what are you waiting for? Time to change up your regular routine and add a bit of mystery to your weekend.

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Explore beautiful Ballarat with this collect & cook experience.

Beginning your day with a morning tea, collect seasonal ingredients for dinner from top artisan vendors, learning about organic and sustainable food systems and engaging with friendly local providers as you go. Enjoy the ultimate countryside day out, then cook a roast dinner when you get home – or leave the full cooking experience for the day after!

What To Expect

Your self-driving experience guides you to around 5 friendly providers who are ready and awaiting you to collect your ingredients for dinner. You will spend the day exploring the area and visiting farmers and foodies, learning about farming practices and sustainability initiatives, and sampling some regional delights.

Once home, you’ll have full access to our digital guide to prepare your dinner – including recipe instructions, fun games and conversation starters to enjoy throughout the night.

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From $350 to $500

Home to one of the country’s busiest fishing ports, Port Fairy does not disappoint. Immerse yourself in the coastal town’s bustling centre (the boutique stores and quaint cafes are not to be missed!) and discover its surrounding regions of natural beauty.

The Port Fairy Mystery Picnic is brought to you in proud collaboration with Great Ocean Road Tourism.

Have fun solving personally curated clues and riddles that’ll take you on a journey to collect your special gourmet picnic food bit by bit. Each clue you solve will lead you closer to your next picnic food pickup and even closer to your final destination. Once you’ve enjoyed your picnic, check into your wonderful accommodation which is fully arranged and paid for. We’ll help you discover your beautiful location through local attraction suggestions and recommendations. Dinner can be arranged or see what catches your eye once you arrive. It’s the perfect romantic getaway, filled with lots of mystery, riddles, laughter and amazing time together.

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From $120 to $240

Renowned for its impressive lush green terrain and mountain bike trails, the Road to Otways does not disappoint.

Immerse yourself in this area of natural beauty, soaking up plenty of fresh country air on your city escape.

Start by solving personally curated clues and riddles that’ll take you on a journey to collect your special gourmet picnic food bit by bit. Each clue you solve will lead you closer to your next picnic food pickup and even closer to your final stunning picnic location.

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From $350 to $500

Renowned for its impressive lush green terrain and mountain bike trails, the small township of Forrest does not disappoint. Immerse yourself in this area of natural beauty, soaking up plenty of fresh country air on your city escape.

The Forrest Mystery Picnic is brought to you in proud collaboration with Great Ocean Road Tourism.

Have fun solving personally curated clues and riddles that’ll take you on a journey to collect your special gourmet picnic food bit by bit. Each clue you solve will lead you closer to your next picnic food pickup and even closer to your final destination. Once you’ve enjoyed your picnic, check into your wonderful accommodation which is fully arranged and paid for. We’ll help you discover your beautiful location through local attraction suggestions and recommendations. Dinner can be arranged or see what catches your eye once you arrive. It’s the perfect romantic getaway, filled with lots of mystery, riddles, laughter and amazing time together.

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From $120 to $240

Boasting some of Victoria’s most impressive landscapes, it’s always the perfect time to visit the splendour that are the 12 Apostles.

Steep, jagged cliffs make way for dramatic beaches, satisfying even the most adventurous explorer.

Start by solving personally curated clues and riddles that’ll take you on a journey to collect your special gourmet picnic food bit by bit. Each clue you solve will lead you closer to your next picnic food pickup and even closer to your final stunning picnic location.

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From $350 to $500

Boasting some of Victoria’s most impressive landscapes, it’s always the perfect time to visit the splendour that are the 12 Apostles. Steep, jagged cliffs make way for dramatic beaches, satisfying even the most adventurous explorer.

The 12 Apostles Mystery Picnic is brought to you in proud collaboration with Great Ocean Road Tourism.

Have fun solving personally curated clues and riddles that’ll take you on a journey to collect your special gourmet picnic food bit by bit. Each clue you solve will lead you closer to your next picnic food pickup and even closer to your final destination. Once you’ve enjoyed your picnic, check into your wonderful accommodation which is fully arranged and paid for. We’ll help you discover your beautiful location through local attraction suggestions and recommendations. Dinner can be arranged or see what catches your eye once you arrive. It’s the perfect romantic getaway, filled with lots of mystery, riddles, laughter and amazing time together.

Disabled Access

From $120 to $240

Home to the spirit of surf culture, Torquay is the ultimate destination for those who love to be by the ocean. Come and check out its scenic views of Bell’s Beach, nature walks, iconic surf brand stores and galleries, there is always something new to explore in this seaside paradise.

Gateway to the Great Ocean Road, it’s the perfect starting point to make a weekend of it and explore this majestic stretch of coast.

Start by solving personally curated clues and riddles that’ll take you on a journey to collect your special gourmet picnic food bit by bit. Each clue you solve will lead you closer to your next picnic food pickup and even closer to your final stunning picnic location.

Disabled Access

From $120 to $240

Discover this charming ‘city within a forest’ that we call home. Bendigo has it all – from stunning gardens, quaint cafes and friendly locals. It’s time to explore this gem rich in gold history that funded a building spree and resulted in one of the finest collections of Victorian buildings. Let’s take a break to wander these beautiful streets!
Start by solving personally curated clues and riddles that’ll take you on a journey to collect your special gourmet picnic food bit by bit. Each clue you solve will lead you closer to your next picnic food pickup and even closer to your final stunning picnic location.

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From $120 to $240

Known for its relaxed beach vibe and easy-going locals, St Kilda is full of hidden gems.

From the sunflower abundant community garden to the quirky graffiti painted laneways and lively cafes of Acland street, the sunny neighbourhood provides the perfect day out.

Start by solving personally curated clues and riddles that’ll take you on a journey to collect your special gourmet picnic food bit by bit. Each clue you solve will lead you closer to your next picnic food pickup and even closer to your final stunning picnic location.

Disabled Access

From $350 to $500

Discover this charming ‘city within a forest’ that we call home. Bendigo has it all – from stunning gardens, quaint cafes and friendly locals. It’s time to explore this gem rich in gold history that funded a building spree and resulted in one of the finest collections of Victorian buildings. Let’s take a break to wander these beautiful streets.

Have fun solving personally curated clues and riddles that’ll take you on a journey to collect your special gourmet picnic food bit by bit. Each clue you solve will lead you closer to your next picnic food pickup and even closer to your final destination. Once you’ve enjoyed your picnic, check into your wonderful accommodation which is fully arranged and paid for. They will help you discover your beautiful location through local attraction suggestions and recommendations. Dinner can be arranged or see what catches your eye once you arrive. It’s the perfect romantic getaway, filled with lots of mystery, riddles, laughter and amazing time together.

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From $120 to $240

The Dandenong Ranges serve undoubtedly as one of the most popular day trip destinations away from Melbourne, and when visiting the region, it’s not difficult to see why.

Charming and quaint villages are nestled between lush green forests, with this intersection of nature and culture enabling the perfect day away from the hustle and bustle of busy city life.

Start by solving personally curated clues and riddles that’ll take you on a journey to collect your special gourmet picnic food bit by bit. Each clue you solve will lead you closer to your next picnic food pickup and even closer to your final stunning picnic location.

Disabled Access

From $350 to $500

The Dandenong Ranges serve undoubtedly as one of the most popular day trip destinations, and when visiting the region, it’s not difficult to see why.
Charming and quaint villages are nestled between lush green forests, with this intersection of nature and culture enabling the perfect day away from the hustle and bustle of busy city life.

Have fun solving personally curated clues and riddles that’ll take you on a journey to collect your special gourmet picnic food bit by bit. Each clue you solve will lead you closer to your next picnic food pickup and even closer to your final destination. Once you’ve enjoyed your picnic, check into your wonderful accommodation which is fully arranged and paid for. They will help you discover your beautiful location through local attraction suggestions and recommendations. Dinner can be arranged or see what catches your eye once you arrive. It’s the perfect romantic getaway, filled with lots of mystery, riddles, laughter and amazing time together.

Disabled Access

From $120 to $240

Home to one of the country’s busiest fishing ports, Port Fairy does not disappoint.
Immerse yourself in the coastal town’s bustling centre (the boutique stores and quaint cafes are not to be missed) and discover its surrounding regions of natural beauty.

Start by solving personally curated clues and riddles that’ll take you on a journey to collect your special gourmet picnic food bit by bit. Each clue you solve will lead you closer to your next picnic food pickup and even closer to your stunning final picnic location.

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From $190 to $230

Ballarat’s passionate community of producers put their hearts and souls into growing, handcrafting and making some of the best tasting regional produce. With the varied harvest, ranging from the cool climate and high altitude produce to warm Mediterranean influences, produce in this region includes tomatoes, apples, blueberries, homemade cheeses, and homemade sausages plus delicious small goods and speciality products. Enjoy and soak up everything this stunning region has to offer.

Throughout your Farmgate adventure, you’ll be collecting everything you need to cook up a hearty roast dinner at home. Beginning your day with a morning tea, collect seasonal ingredients for dinner from top artisan vendors, learning about organic and sustainable food systems and engaging with friendly local providers as you go.

Once you’ve returned home for the day, you’ll have full access to everything required to prepare your roast dinner including recipe instructions, fun games, and conversation starters to enjoy throughout the night.

Disabled Access

From $190 to $230

Only an hour’s drive from Melbourne awaits the gorgeous Mornington Peninsula and Red Hill.

With outstanding vineyards, restaurants, orchards, food stores and artisan producers, there is really something for everyone. The region allows you to enjoy a farm-to-table experience and meet the local farmers and producers or hop from one cellar door to the next.

The unique maritime climate of the Mornington Peninsula creates an abundant and rich ground ideal for growing a large range of produce including avocados, artichokes, broccoli, beetroot, strawberries, heirloom vegetables and herbs. Plus farms focusing on goats dairy products and farming lamb, beef and chicken. You will also find an array of locally harvested mussels, truffles, olives, garlic and wine.

Throughout your Farmgate adventure, you’ll be collecting everything you need to cook up a hearty roast dinner at home. Beginning your day with a morning tea, collect seasonal ingredients for dinner from top artisan vendors, learning about organic and sustainable food systems and engaging with friendly local providers as you go.

Once you’ve returned home for the day, you’ll have full access to everything required to prepare your roast dinner including recipe instructions, fun games, and conversation starters to enjoy throughout the night.

Disabled Access

From $190 to $230

Just an hour’s drive north of Perth CBD, the Shire of Chittering is nestled in the northern hills of the Darling Ranges and features untouched bushland and wetlands, vineyards, orchards and spectacular wildflowers.

The gateway into Western Australia’s wheatbelt region, Chittering’s known for its scenic views, ‘neighbour’ mentality and friendly atmosphere. This region is a must-visit for anyone who’s looking to get out of the metropolitan hustle-and-bustle.

And it’s not only picturesque moments and atmosphere that abound here, but also fresh, local produce. The region is renowned for its local honey, olive oils, vast citrus orchards and berry farms, to name a few.

Throughout your Farmgate adventure, you’ll be collecting everything you need to cook up a hearty roast dinner at home. Beginning your day with a morning tea, collect seasonal ingredients for dinner from top artisan vendors, learning about organic and sustainable food systems and engaging with friendly local providers as you go.

Once you’ve returned home for the day, you’ll have full access to everything required to prepare your roast dinner including recipe instructions, fun games, and conversation starters to enjoy throughout the night.

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From $190 to $230

Set in the foothill of the Great Dividing Range and surrounded by World Heritage-listed national parks, the thriving rural paradise of Scenic Rim is a must-visit. And as it’s located only an hour’s drive out of both Brisbane and Gold Coast, it makes for a perfect day trip destination.

Scenic Rim’s temperate climate and rich soil make it a perfect spot for growers, farmers and producers to set up shop, so locally grown fresh produce also abounds.

A few specialties grown here include coffee, macadamias, avocados, and finger limes and you’ll find lots of farms focusing on dairy products, pork and chicken. There is also an award-winning camel farm producing camel milk, cheeses and sausages.

Throughout your Farmgate adventure, you’ll be collecting everything you need to cook up a hearty roast dinner at home. Beginning your day with a morning tea, collect seasonal ingredients for dinner from top artisan vendors, learning about organic and sustainable food systems and engaging with friendly local providers as you go.

Once you’ve returned home for the day, you’ll have full access to everything required to prepare your roast dinner including recipe instructions, fun games, and conversation starters to enjoy throughout the night.

Disabled Access

From $190 to $230

Stretching from the gateway of the Hawkesbury River all the way to the foothill of the Blue Mountains, it is no wonder this fertile region is commonly referred to as ‘The Food Bowl of NSW’.

Just over an hour’s drive from Sydney, you’ll find that fresh, organic produce abounds here, ranging from stone fruits, oranges, berries and vegetables to honey and pecan nuts. And, of course, as the apple capital of NSW, you’ll find delicious, quality apples, cider – and apple pies as far as the eye can see.

Throughout your Farmgate adventure, you’ll be collecting everything you need to cook up a hearty roast dinner at home. Beginning your day with a morning tea, collect seasonal ingredients for dinner from top artisan vendors, learning about organic and sustainable food systems and engaging with friendly local providers as you go.

Once you’ve returned home for the day, you’ll have full access to everything required to prepare your roast dinner including recipe instructions, fun games, and conversation starters to enjoy throughout the night.

Disabled Access

From $190 to $230

Just over an hour’s drive south of Sydney lies this lusciously green gem of a region, which is as rich in fresh produce as it is steeped in old English history.

Spend the day exploring quaint picture-perfect villages, enjoy beautiful rainforest walks and trails, and visit local farmers, growers and producers. The cooler, more temperate climate and rich volcanic soils support a range of produce, including beef, dairy and truffle.

You’ll be sure to come back home with your lungs full of fresh air, your bags full of local specialities, and your heart full of wonderful memories.

Throughout your Farmgate adventure, you’ll be collecting everything you need to cook up a hearty roast dinner at home. Beginning your day with a morning tea, collect seasonal ingredients for dinner from top artisan vendors, learning about organic and sustainable food systems and engaging with friendly local providers as you go.

Once you’ve returned home for the day, you’ll have full access to everything required to prepare your roast dinner including recipe instructions, fun games, and conversation starters to enjoy throughout the night.

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From $150 to $220

With its pristine beaches, immaculate rainforest, wineries, bakeries and Art Galleries, the Gippsland region has it all.

Start your day surrounded by artwork that inspires, captivates and provokes at the Gippsland Art Gallery. Then, continue your day by breathing in the fresh Gippsland air, exploring Sale by foot as you solve curated clues and riddles as you pick up classic local foods and make your way to your mystery picnic location.

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From $120 to $240

It’s no wonder why the laneways of Melbourne are one of the city’s most popular and beloved sights. Decorated with constantly changing graffiti art and brimming with quaint Parisian style cafes, the laneways provide a momentary escape away from the busy skyscrapers only a stone’s throw away.

Starting with a picnic basket, have fun solving personally curated clues and riddles that’ll take you on a journey to collect your special gourmet picnic food bit by bit. Each clue you solve will lead you closer to your next picnic food pickup and even closer to your final stunning picnic location.

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From $350 to $500

With its unique laneways, stunning parks, and abundance of bars, restaurants and other fun activities, Melbourne City never disappoints. Take the opportunity to experience absolutely everything the city has to offer, in this wonderful weekend away adventure.

Have fun solving personally curated clues and riddles that’ll take you on a journey to collect your special gourmet picnic food bit by bit. Each clue you solve will lead you closer to your next picnic food pickup and even closer to your final destination. Once you’ve enjoyed your picnic, check into your wonderful accommodation which is fully arranged and paid for. We’ll help you discover your beautiful location through local attraction suggestions and recommendations. Dinner can be arranged or see what catches your eye once you arrive. It’s the perfect romantic getaway, filled with lots of mystery, riddles, laughter and amazing time together.

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From $380 to $530

With its pristine beaches, immaculate rainforest, wineries, bakeries and Art Galleries, the Gippsland region has it all.

Start your day surrounded by artwork that inspires, captivates and provokes at the Gippsland Art Gallery. Then, continue your day by breathing in the fresh Gippsland air, exploring the region by foot as you solve curated clues and riddles as you pick up classic local foods and make your way to your mystery picnic location.

Finish up at a wonderful accommodation, and keep exploring the region the next day with curated points of interest and tips of things to do.

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From $120 to $240

Relax and unwind in the Bellarine Peninsula as you feel the sea breeze of Ocean Grove and hear the soundtrack of the waves playing in the background.
This hidden away gourmet region has it all from local cheese, grapes, and olives to picturesque views, and is just waiting to welcome you for a memorable picnic experience.

Start by solving personally curated clues and riddles that’ll take you on a journey to collect your special gourmet picnic food bit by bit. Each clue you solve will lead you closer to your next picnic food pickup and even closer to your final stunning picnic location.

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From $190 to $230

If you’re into your wines at all, chances are that you’ve heard quite a bit about the Yarra Valley already. But although renowned for its superb cool-climate wines, this gorgeous region just an hour’s drive out of Melbourne has plenty more to offer.

You’ll find diversity in seasonal produce here like nowhere else, and it’s all thanks to the generations of migrant settlers who have occupied the region for many many years. With local specialties including the valley’s famous handmade pasta, farmhouse cheeses, chillis and peppers, salmon and blueberry wine, you’ll be spoiled for choice.

Throughout your Farmgate adventure, you’ll be collecting everything you need to cook up a hearty roast dinner at home. Beginning your day with a morning tea, collect seasonal ingredients for dinner from top artisan vendors, learning about organic and sustainable food systems and engaging with friendly local providers as you go.

Once you’ve returned home for the day, you’ll have full access to everything required to prepare your roast dinner including recipe instructions, fun games, and conversation starters to enjoy throughout the night.

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