🚂 Bendigo Day Trip for Just $40 with Myki!

Mid-break is here—time for a budget-friendly escape to this cinematic gold-rush town! No car needed, free attractions galore, and every corner is Instagram gold. Hop on the V/Line from Southern Cross (just tap your Myki!) and enjoy scenic views (hello, sheep! 🐑). Arrive by lunchtime, then explore! 🌷 Full-Day Itinerary 1️⃣ Bendigo Tulip Display (19 Park Rd) Thousands of tulips in bloom (free entry from Sept 11)! 📸 Pro tip: Visit weekdays to avoid crowds. 2️⃣ Sacred Heart Cathedral (MacKenzie St) Stunning Gothic interiors + friendly volunteer guides. 3️⃣ Bendigo Art Gallery (42 View St) Free entry, moody art shots with minimal crowds. 4️⃣ Rosalind Park (30 Gaol Rd) Climb the hill for panoramic views—feels like Europe! 5️⃣ Golden Dragon Museum *(1/11 Bridge St)* Skip the museum, but don’t miss the hidden Chinese garden next door. 6️⃣ Bendigo Tramways (Central Deborah Mine) Ride a heritage tram (6 stops, passes historic sites). 💰 Cost Breakdown Transport: Myki fare (~$20 round trip) Food/Extras: ~$20 Total: $40 or less! #MelbourneDayTrip #BudgetTravel #BendigoTulips #NoCarNeeded #AutumnInAustralia 🌟