DAY 1 SCHOOL – BALLARAT (D)

Morning departure from school by coach, travelling along the Western Highway to Ballarat where you will check in to your motel accommodation.

You will begin your study of the importance of gold in Australia’s history by visiting the Gold Museum, part of the Sovereign Hill experience. On display is an extensive and valuable collection of gold nuggets, alluvial deposits, priceless gold ornaments and coins. This state-of-the-art gallery also houses various temporary exhibitions throughout the year.

Visit the Museum of Australian Democracy at Eureka providing an insight into the events surrounding a pivotal stage in Australia’s history. Lead by an Education Officer, you will experience the tensions and drama of the rebellion at the site of the stockade, through an exciting array of original artefacts and multi-media technology.

Tonight, return to Sovereign Hill to experience the acclaimed sound and light spectacular.

DAY 2 BALLARAT (B, L, D)

After breakfast, transfer to Sovereign Hill for the day. Experience the life that was during the gold rush - the bustling streets with people in period costume, horse-drawn carriages, steam-driven machinery on the diggings and various shops. Try your luck at panning for real gold and enjoy a self guided tour of an underground mine.

DAY 3 BALLARAT – SCHOOL (B, L)

After breakfast, your day begins with a tour of the Ballarat Wildlife Park where you will interact with a variety of unique Australian wildlife including koalas, kangaroos, emus, echidnas and wombats, as well as exotic reptiles.

Enjoy lunch along the banks of Lake Wendouree then reflect on Australia’s history along the Prime Minister’s Walk and at the Prisoner of War Memorial.

Return to school.