Holiday houses in King Valley

Situated in Victoria’s high country, the King Valley is a rugged and picturesque destination known for its wine production. Due to geographic similarities with mountain regions in northern Italy, this fertile valley is home to several vineyards that specialize in Italian wine varietals such as Nebbiolo, Sangiovese, Pinot Grigio, Dolcetto, and Barbera. The area is also famous for its production of the sparkling wine, Prosecco, and is home to a renowned food and wine trail known as Prosecco Road, where you can sample a glass, along with some authentic Italian food.

Besides wine tasting, the region also offers spectacular cafes, gastropubs, and restaurants, plus a huge range of outdoor activities. The nearby Alpine National Park boasts impressive waterfalls and rock formations. It’s also full of spectacular hiking and mountain-biking trails, as well as opportunities for white-water rafting, horse riding, road cycling, canoeing, and fishing.

The King Valley is a lovely place to visit any time of year. Summer is always a popular time to visit, and the warm weather is ideal for outdoor picnics, walking, cycling, and wine tasting. In autumn, the valley is abundant with local produce, and hosts the annual High Country Harvest Festival — a celebration of the region’s wine, food, and craft beer, with markets, tours and tastings. The winter months bring much cooler weather, and is an ideal time to enjoy log fires, hearty food, and some of the region’s renowned red wines. In June, the valley also hosts the annual Weekend Fit For A King festival, with wine tastings, food, and entertainment. Spring, which boasts mild temperatures and budding wildflowers, is also a beautiful time to visit.

Wineries

The King Valley is renowned for its Italian-inspired Prosecco, and there are five local winemakers that produce this popular sparkling wine. Together, they have created a trail that offers wine tasting and some delicious and authentic Italian cuisine.

Tracks and trails

This spectacular alpine region of Victoria is a popular destination for outdoor adventure, with plenty of tracks and trails throughout both the King Valley and surrounding Alpine National Park. There are walks to suit various levels of ability, and the area is home to a number of natural attractions, including waterfalls, rivers, streams, and billabongs.

Cycling

One of the best ways to explore the King Valley is on bicycle, and you can venture out on your own with a map from the local Visitor Information Centre. There are places to hire bikes in town, and if you’re planning on heading to the higher regions of the valley, it may be worth opting for an electric bike. As well as spectacular views to admire on the way, there are also all kinds of local food producers dotted across the valley, and you can pick up some delicious cheese, trout, honey, olives, and wine on your way.