BREWERS
ON TOUR
BREWERS
ON TOUR
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We invite you to join us for a tour of HPA’s world-class facilities in March 2025. We’ve put together a sensational itinerary, including tours of our hop farms, freedom to roam our world class hop breeding gardens, and plenty of time with our team of hop experts.
But it’s not just about hops. We’ll celebrate our Victorian growing region with several visits to standout breweries and restaurants.
You’ll find the required registration form below. Plus, we’ve put together some advice on what to pack and how to prepare. Contact details for the organisers from HPA and HAAS can be accessed here – don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!
WHAT TO PACK
Hop harvest kicks off at the beginning of March. The average temperature ranges from a minimum of 13°C to a maximum of 35°C, with around 9 days of rain totalling just 50mm. But Victoria is known for surprising unsuspecting brewers with four seasons in one day, so come prepared for anything by packing everything from a raincoat to a pair of budgie smugglers. You’ll also need a pair of sturdy closed-toed shoes if you’re visiting the farm. These will need to be thoroughly cleaned before entering the country and again before entering the farm. This process involves minor chemical and physical abrasion, so pack accordingly. Better yet, buy a pair of iconic Blundstone boots on entry.
HOW TO PREPARE
Remember to sort yourself out with the necessary paperwork prior to entry. The process is relatively quick and painless. Simply visit the Australian Department of Immigration website and follow the prompts. The maximum luggage allowance on domestic Australian flights is 23kg. But if you want to bring us a carton of beer to say thanks for the hospitality, you can purchase additional baggage in advance. Check your chosen airline’s website for more information on fees. While you’re at it, check your mobile’s international roaming allowance to avoid being hit with a big bill. And if you’re picking up a hire car, remember we drive on the left. This means you’ll want to look right, left, and right again before pulling into traffic, or crossing the road on foot for that matter. And buy travel insurance. The alternative isn’t worth the risk.
ITINERARY
Day 1: Monday 17 March – MELBOURNE
Before 2:00pm – Free time to explore Melbourne
From 2:00pm – Hotel check-in
6:00pm – Dinner with HPA hosts
Day 2: Tuesday 18 March – HIGH COUNTRY VICTORIA
7:30am – Breakfast
8:30am – Hotel check-out
9:00am – Coach departs hotel for High Country Victoria
12:30pm – Lunch
3:00pm – Hotel check-in
7:00pm – Dinner with High Country Brewers at Bright Brewery
Day 3: Wednesday 19 March – ROSTREVOR HOP GARDENS
8:30am – Breakfast
9:30am – Coach departs hotel for Rostrevor Hop Gardens
10:00am – Rostrevor Hop Gardens farm tour
12:00pm – Lunch
1:00pm – Hop breeding garden farm tour
3:30pm – Bright Brewery tour
7:00pm – Dinner
Day 4: Thursday 20 March – BUFFALO RIVER VALLEY
8:30am – Breakfast
9:30am – Coach departs hotel for Myrtleford
10:00am – Buffalo River Valley farm tour
12:30pm – Lunch
1:30pm – Hop Central tour
7:00pm – Dinner
Day 5: Friday 21 March – HIGH COUNTRY HOP TECHNICAL SYMPOSIUM
7:30am – Hotel check-out
8:00am – Coach departs hotel for Beechworth
9:00am – 5:00pm – High Country Hop Technical Symposium
5:30pm – Hotel check-in
7:00pm – Dinner at Bridge Road Brewers
Day 6: Saturday 22 March – HIGH COUNTRY HOP FESTIVAL
Free morning to explore Beechworth
11:30am – late – High Country Hop Festival
Day 7: Sunday 23 March – HOME
9:30am – Hotel check-out
10:00am – Coach departs hotel for Melbourne
12:00pm – Lunch
3:00pm – Coach arrives at Melbourne Airport
Please note:
Please don’t hesitate to ask if you’d like further advice on your travels down under, simply email Elise.Griggs@hops.com.au.
We look forward to welcoming you in March!
REGISTRATION
Guest
REGISTRATION
Guest
Only add an additional guest if sharing a room. If not sharing a room please submit a separate registration form.
Room configuration
CONTACT
Concierge
Elise Griggs | Brand Activation Specialist, HPA
Elise has a knack for making things happen. Whether you want advice on what to pack, how to prepare, or where you should eat, drink, play and stay, Elise has local insights and is willing to assist in any way she can.
HPA
Owen Johnston | Head of Sales & Marketing, HPA
Owen.Johnston@hops.com.au
+61 400 126 015
OJ is your hoptimal tour guide. He’ll educate you on HPA’s rich history and production process, as well as entertain you with some classic Aussie slang.
HAAS
Amaey Mundkur | Eastern Key Account Manager, Sales and Marketing, HAAS