Best of the Great Victorian Rail Trail
Part of Double Black Alpine
Highlights
- Explore picturesque towns like Mansfield and Yea, immersing yourself in the charm of the High Country.
- Savour local provisions at boutique cafes, enjoying fresh flavours while you rest along the trail.
- Ride the Great Victorian Rail Trail, experiencing diverse landscapes that rejuvenate both body and spirit.
Description
A three day, two night self-guided tour of the Great Victorian Rail Trail riding into the towns of Mansfield, Yarck, Alexandra and Yea.
Relax and roll along sections of the trail handpicked using local knowledge and experience. Head out each day to experience trail highlights and immerse yourself in continually changing landscapes.
Soak up the charm of High Country towns and villages. Sample local provisions at boutique cafes and shops of Mansfield, Yarck, Alexandra and Yea.
You will have the option to hire a bike or bring your own. This tour caters for singles, couples and groups (up to six guests).
Put yourself at ease knowing the Double Black Alpine team is not far away. For groups larger than six or to tailor your own Great Victorian Rail Trail Experience Package please enquire with the team via phone or email.
Contact and Map
- Start location: 173 High St, Mansfield, Victoria, 3722, Australia
Schedule
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On demand Ride handpicked sections of the Great Victorian Rail Trail. Packages available between October and April
Booking Options
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Tour Length / Duration
Transport modes
Service facilities
Fitness level
Tour format
Accessibility
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
- Companion Cards are accepted.
- Staff are trained in disability awareness.
- Asks all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met.
- Website meets <a href="https://www.w3.org/WAI/standards-guidelines/wcag/" target="_blank">WCAG 2.0</a> accessibility standards
- Advise tour guides of the access needs of guests at the time of booking (includes pick up and drop off requirements)
- Assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations)
Communication
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
- Staff are trained in communicating with people with learning or behavioural challenges.
- Uses Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
- A quiet space is available at the venue/ facility.
Vision
Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.
- Information in large print is available.
- Digital communication materials (hard copy information also online) is available.
- Staff are trained in customer service for people with vision loss (training would incorporate way finding and communicating with people with vision loss).
- An appropriate area for toileting an assistance dog is available.
- Handrails on all stairways
Hearing
Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
- Staff are trained in communicating with people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
- A low noise reception areas with hearing loss friendly acoustics and adequate lighting for viewing facial expressions (includes common areas which are free of background noise, background music) is available.
Physical – Mobility
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
- Uses floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smooth
- Uses non-slip tiles in the bathroom or slip resistant matting
- Grab rails in the bathroom
- Seating in common areas including reception area
Physical – Wheelchair
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
- An accessible public toilet which is unlocked.
- At least one wheelchair accessible parking space with wheelchair accessible signage clearly displayed (International standards are 3200mm wide x 2500 mm high).
Physical – High support needs
Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person.
- Twin beds available on request.
- Rooms which are interconnecting.
- A place to store medical equipment (eg oxygen).
Allergies and intolerances
Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
- Staff are trained to respond to allergic reactions.
Access & Inclusion
An access and inclusion statement is available on the business website.
- https://www.doubleblackalpine.com.au/accessibility