Melbourne Golf Package: Kingston Heath and Royal Melbourne
This ultimate golf and reef adventure combines Melbourne’s legendary championship courses with the Great Barrier Reef’s aquatic wonders. Challenge yourself at Australia’s top-ranked courses Kingston Heath and Royal Melbourne, savor world-famous Yarra Valley wines, then escape to Hamilton Island where coral reefs and pristine beaches create the perfect finale to your sporting journey.
At a Glance
- 4 nights Melbourne
- 4 nights Hamilton Island
- 2 rounds of golf
Trip Highlights
Bucket List, Elevated
Play both Kingston Heath and Royal Melbourne—Australia’s two most prestigious golf courses ranked #1 and #2 nationally—where legends have competed in World Cup tournaments on layouts that challenge even the most skilled golfers.
Special Access
Explore the Great Barrier Reef at Reefworld with guided snorkeling tours led by experienced reef specialists, accessing underwater trails and marine sanctuaries that showcase one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
Unique Stays
Escape to Reef View Hotel on Hamilton Island, a car-free resort island where golf buggies are the only transportation and kangaroos roam the tropical gardens. Located directly opposite Catseye Beach with private balconies facing the Coral Sea, this unique island sanctuary requires flights or boats to access.
Suggested Itinerary
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Melbourne + Yarra Valley
Kingston Heath | Royal Melbourne | Wine Tour
Pictured: Kingston Heath Golf Club
Day 1: Melbourne’s Urban Sophistication
Welcome to Melbourne! Settle into the luxurious Crown Promenade, then explore the city’s famous lanes and arcades, visit world-class art galleries, or enjoy wine at sidewalk cafes.
Overnight: Melbourne (Crown Promenade)
Day 2: Conquer Kingston Heath
Tee off at Kingston Heath Golf Club, Victoria’s treasure ranked No. 2 in Australia and 27th best course in the world. This remarkable 18-hole layout is built on only 50 hectares—half the size of most modern courses—where ingenious bunkering and clever use of dips and hollows challenge even the most observant golfer.
Overnight: Melbourne (Crown Promenade)
Day 3: Master Royal Melbourne
Experience Australia’s No. 1 golf club, Royal Melbourne, featuring two of the nation’s preeminent courses. Follow in the footsteps of golf’s greatest players by teeing off at this prestigious club that has hosted the World Cup of Golf four times.
Overnight: Melbourne (Crown Promenade)
Day 4: Yarra Valley Wine Country
Journey to the world-famous Yarra Valley for wine tastings at 2-3 distinguished wineries. Enjoy lunch at a local winery while taking in breathtaking valley views, returning to Melbourne in time for dinner.
Overnight: Melbourne (Crown Promenade) | Meals: Lunch
Hamilton Island + Great Barrier Reef
ReefWorld Excursion
Pictured: Hamilton Island
Day 5: Hamilton Island Paradise
Fly to Hamilton Island for relaxation and Great Barrier Reef adventures. This quintessential aquatic wonderland offers glorious warm weather, azure waters, brilliant white beaches, awe-inspiring coral reefs, fascinating flora and fauna, and 20 kilometers of bush walking trails.
Settle into the spacious Reef View Hotel with private balconies, then spend your afternoon taking catamaran cruises, paddleboarding, or playing tennis.
Overnight: Hamilton Island (Reef View Hotel)
Day 6: Explore the Great Barrier Reef
Explore one of the Seven Wonders of the World at Reefworld, just a short cruise from Hamilton Island. Discover easy-to-follow snorkeling trails or join guided tours with experienced reef guides. For those who prefer to stay dry, tour the reef aboard a semi-submersible or explore the underwater observatory to witness incredible fish life.
Overnight: Hamilton Island (Reef View Hotel)
Day 7: Hamilton Island at Leisure
Today is yours to enjoy Hamilton Island’s endless possibilities. Play golf at the island’s course, enjoy a private picnic at world-famous Whitehaven Beach, hike island trails, ride quad bikes, or cuddle koalas at the wildlife sanctuary.
Overnight: Hamilton Island (Reef View Hotel)
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