Gold and Relics - Day Tours
Gold and Relics - Day Tours
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Have a ball whilst learning the finer art of gold prospecting in the Aussie bush. We take you out into the goldfields of Victoria and teach you how find gold. On our one day tours there is a delicious bush lunch along with morning and afternoon tea and drinks throughout the day. We commence the one day adventure at 9.30am and finish at 4.30pm.
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Peter C
Brisbane, Australia34 contributions
Sep. 2019
We were a group of 4 with interest in, but no knowledge of, gold prospecting. Enter Darren from Gold and Relics tours. He took total care of us providing the equipment, showing us how to use it all, where to look when in the field, and some interesting history from the gold rush days.
An excellent time was had by all. I would highly recommend Darren and Gold & Relic tours for anyone interested in this fascinating hobby.
An excellent time was had by all. I would highly recommend Darren and Gold & Relic tours for anyone interested in this fascinating hobby.
Written 5 October 2019
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Lucy G
Melbourne, Australia66 contributions
Feb. 2017 • Family
Did this half day tour on a Saturday with Darren our Tour Guide who was really friendly and helpful. I brought my 9 and 12 year old along who found it fun. Darren showed us around the area and took us to a spot for panning and a spot for using metal detectors. He was really helpful with tips on having success. It was so much fun, I wish we had booked the full day tour, we didn't get enough action. We found specks of gold in the creek with the panning and found a nice little nugget with the metal detector, though there is a knack to all this prospecting, this is why you really need to go on this tour to learn from the experts. We spent about 30 mins panning and 45 mins with gold detector. Its really not much time at all. Morning tea was provided, kids loved the cakes and coke.
Written 18 February 2017
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So glad to hear that you enjoyed your tour. It was a pleasure having you and your children along to join in the adventure. The morning tour is an introduction to gold prospecting and commences with a tour of the old goldmining diggings, morning tea and then onto some panning followed by gold detecting. In the afternoon we concentrate on gold detecting so you get another 4 hours on the detectors when you book the full day tour. We are happy to extend a half day tour into a full day if we have the room to do so. Thanks for your great review Lucy.
Written 21 February 2017
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ladylini
Clunes, Australia2 contributions
Oct. 2016 • Friends
I have been on four day trips with Darren and not only have I been 100 % successful in my outings, but I was so grateful with the knowledge and advice Darren shared with me. Leanne was accomodating by organising the bookings at such short notice and the lunch they provided was a welcome break. I have seen a lot of the local terrain in the area but feel the highlight will be doing the extensive tour in Western Australia 2017.
The greatest investment I have made was buying a detector after going on the many tours and trying all the devices Darren had on offer. He then showed me how to use the device correctly for the different environment. I would recommend doing the tour as an opportunity to be out in the bush, in the company of enthusiastic novices, with a certain chance of finding gold under Darren's instruction. Good luck and happy travels.
The greatest investment I have made was buying a detector after going on the many tours and trying all the devices Darren had on offer. He then showed me how to use the device correctly for the different environment. I would recommend doing the tour as an opportunity to be out in the bush, in the company of enthusiastic novices, with a certain chance of finding gold under Darren's instruction. Good luck and happy travels.
Written 4 December 2016
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Thank you Ladi Lini for your very positive review. Yes, we have shared some great times out in the goldfields recently and I look forward to sharing more adventures with you.
Written 5 December 2016
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joyce h
Haymarket, VA11 contributions
Oct. 2016
The terrific operators of the tours , particularly Leanne who coordinated the tour, and Darren who conducted the tour. I took the full day tour and it started with a prompt on-time pick up by Darren in the largest 4 wheel vehicle I've ever seen. Then off to the gold fields for a preliminary explanation of where we were and what we were going to do. Next we were geared up with medal detectors and sent out to find some gold. Darren certainly provided expert advice on where to look and how to dig for the targets. Morning tea was served, and followed by a wonderful lunch which was a nice break. The afternoon was back to the gold fields and a continued search for the good stuff. At least half of the people on the tour found some gold, including me. It was the highlight of the tour for me and one of the high points of my entire trip to Australia. I am very jealous of Karolina, a local who has taken many day tours with Darren and found the most gold, as she can go out whenever she wants to. Unfortunately, I have to travel 10,212 miles (16,435 km) to get there. Terrific people and the best thing to do for a great day in the Ballarat area. Will definitely recommend to my friends and hope to return myself.
Steve Hoover
Steve Hoover
Written 2 December 2016
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Thank you for your great review Steve. We Aussies take it for granted that we have some of the best goldfields in the world to detect in and we love sharing them with our American friends. We would love to welcome you back sometime in the not too distant future, Steve.
Written 5 December 2016
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SpBay25
Adelaide, Australia1 contribution
Oct. 2016 • Couples
We finally decided to have a go at detecting, and what a fine team we picked to do it with. On their one-day tour Darren made us feel at home and went out of his way trying different equipment and locations to make sure we found gold, which we did. His knowledge of the subject was impeccable, we are glad to have shared in the experience. I did everything that I had wanted except drive the OKA but I am sure Darren would have let me sit in the driver's seat if I had asked :-)
Written 31 October 2016
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Thank you for the positive review. I am happy that you enjoyed your day out gold detecting with us. Yes, I would have let you sit in the driver's seat if you had asked!
Written 2 November 2016
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Ed Z
Adelaide, Australia2 contributions
Sep. 2016 • Solo
Both Darren and his guest guide (John) were very knowledgeable with a wealth of prospecting experience, and they were generous in imparting that information. This was my first attempt at using a metal detector and I found some flecks of gold each day, as well as a pretty little 2.7g nugget on Day 2. A memorable experience.
Written 3 October 2016
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Thank you for your positive feedback. It was wonderful that you found gold on your first trip out and we are glad that you enjoyed your experience with us.
Written 16 October 2016
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Birdee71
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Sep. 2016 • Couples
Such a great team at Gold and Relics.
Thanks Darren for imparting some of your hard earned knowledge, my partner Peter has sure got the gold fever now. I'm sure you will see us again.
Thank you for an insightful day!
Thanks Darren for imparting some of your hard earned knowledge, my partner Peter has sure got the gold fever now. I'm sure you will see us again.
Thank you for an insightful day!
Written 15 September 2016
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We love to pass on gold fever! We are delighted that you enjoyed your day. We look forward to having you both along again.
Written 15 September 2016
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woldfam
Lake Macquarie, Australia6 contributions
Jul. 2016 • Solo
I'm just about to do my 7th tour with Gold and Relics....Daren and Leanne are very professional in their organising of tours and dealings with customers but are very down to earth and very easy to get along with and have a good time with everyone.....Lots of knowledge about where to look for gold and how to use the equipment, always willing to lend a hand to dig a hole for those deep targets, and provide a fulfilling meal each day as well....Thank you and looking forward to the next one....
Written 12 September 2016
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Thanks for your feedback, Pam. Yes, you have been on many of our tours - they must be addictive! You started coming on tour with us in the very beginning. We love having you along and we have many wonderful memories of the times that you have been on our gold prospecting adventures.
Written 15 September 2016
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Waltraud H
Australia5 contributions
Sep. 2016 • Friends
We did the whole day tour and enjoyed every singe minute of it. Learned a lot and actually found gold! Very friendly and helpful guide, nice food and plenty of opportunity to go out and get hands on finding the precious metal. Definitely recommend it!
Written 12 September 2016
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Thank you for your positive feedback - we are so very happy that you enjoyed your day. We enjoy sharing our love of gold prospecting and it is wonderful that you enjoyed every single minute!
Written 15 September 2016
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whisperingwaters2016
Melbourne, Australia4 contributions
Aug. 2016
The staff were friendly, knowledgable and enthusiastic and very accommodating to ensure everyone in our group was engaged and enjoying themselves (we had babies through to adults). Highlights included stories from staff members, a trip in the bus, digging with pick axes, standing in the creek and finding real flecks of gold to keep and so much more. This experience was great value for fun, entertainment and hands on learning.
Written 5 September 2016
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Thank you for your positive review. We pride ourselves on our very professional and knowledgeable staff. They all enjoyed your visit as much you did! We would love to see you back again for a new gold prospecting experience in the future.
Written 9 September 2016
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Sydneyboy45
Orleans, France2 contributions
Hello I would like to know if you do family package Price for a family of 2 adults and 2 kids (8 and 10 years old) for full day experience around the 25th February 2020 ?
Many thanks.
Marc
Kathryn P
3 contributions
Several questions. How many can you comfortably take? Do you go on weekdays. And how much is a half day trip? We are a group of Probus staying at the Creswick caravan park and I thought some might be interested.
TravelfreakAustralia
Highton, Australia28 contributions
Hi Kathryn,
A half day trip is usually $125.00 but we do a discount for a group. We can take out 8-9 people comfortably however if the group is larger than this we suggest that the group drive out to a meeting spot themselves. We have had a group of 30 before.
We go out on weekdays and weekends.
Regards
Leanne
Julie C
Melbourne, Australia7 contributions
My husband and I will be in Creswick next weekend. Just wondering if there are any tours Saturday 6th Feb? Also how long does the tour go for, what is included and what is the cost? We have a metal detector but haven't used it much.
Kind regards,
Gary and Julie
Julie C
Melbourne, Australia7 contributions
Hi Leanne,
Thanks for your reply. We did go on a half day dour with Darren. Had a great time and learned a lot. Would love to go on a full day tour. What is the best time of the year to go?
Warm regards,
Julie