The Cox Plate Escape – High Stakes, Fine Wine & Fairways

Golf to the Max Tours invites you to an exclusive week built around one of Australia’s greatest sporting events... The Cox Plate.

This is your chance to witness the ultimate weight-for-age clash in the 107th running of the Group 1 Ladbrokes Cox Plate, the crown jewel of Australian racing.

The action begins on Friday 22 October with a round of golf at the famous Kingston Heath course.  

Friday night 22nd enjoy members exclusive at the Mooney Valley Gold Cup, a thrilling evening of racing under lights with one of the best racing atmospheres you'll find anywhere in Australia.

That's all just a warm-up for the main event on Saturday 23 October - The Cox Plate.  Witness history in the making at the newly transformed “The Valley.”, as Australian racing royalty vie to become the best weight for age horse in Australia.

Make the most of Melbourne on Sunday with a bottomless brunch on the Yarra followed with an afternoon at St Kilda to soak up some sunshine and shopping.

We are back on the greens on Monday with a round at the majestic Woodlands Golf Club before heading home on Tuesday including personal transfers direct to Melbourne Airport.

World-class racing. Championship golf. One unforgettable week seamlessly curated by Golf to the Max Tours.

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Your GTM Tour Host Kieran McMahon will greet you at the airport and coordinate your private transfer to your luxury accomms at Peppers Shadow Play on Melbourne's famous Southbank. 

Kingston Heath has the enviable reputation as one of the best courses in the world.  It has hosted numerous mens and women's Australian Open Tournaments and will hit the international stage in 2028 hosting the Presidents Cup for the first time.

Experiencing the Moonee Valley Gold Cup as a member is pure racing indulgence. Premium views and an electric Friday night atmosphere under the lights. This event has redefined the racing experience in Australia and is a bucket list event for racing fans.

The Ladbrokes Cox Plate isn’t just a race, it’s an Australian sporting icon.

Join MV Member Kieran McMahon for a member's Guided Tour of the event and get as close to the action as possible. Our member experiences mean you’re not just watching the action.... you’re immersed in it.

Enjoy priority access to exclusive member-only areas, premium grandstand seating with unbeatable views of the track, and amazing dining and hospitality in the world-famous Celebrity Room.

Cox Plate Day delivers a racing experience that’s intimate and unforgettable.

Sunday is a guests choice day with a host of local attractions available as part of your GTM Tour Package.

Check the add-ons when you book to select your preferred option or alternatively, wait until you get there and then decide what you'd like to do depending on how you feel.

Some attraction will book out early so best to try and choose now if you can to avoid missing out.

Enjoy an endless Brunch on the Yarra, a guided day trip to St Kilda beach or a ferry ride to either Mornington or Geelong wine regions for a day of glorious food and wine experiences.

Playing a round at Woodlands Golf Club in Melbourne is a masterclass in strategic golf set against the backdrop of the renowned Sandbelt region.

Established in 1913, this private club has earned its place among Australia’s top 20 courses.  Celebrated for its timeless design, immaculate conditioning, and a layout that rewards thoughtful play over brute strength, Woodlands challenges your shot-making abilities.

The couch fairways are narrow and demand precision, while the small, firm bentgrass greens are fast and unforgiving.

Strategically placed bunkers, more numerous here than at any other Melbourne course, add complexity and require careful navigation .​

Beyond the course, the club offers a welcoming atmosphere, with a clubhouse that provides panoramic views of the course. While Woodlands is a private club, GTM Tours has regulalry hosted trips to Woodlands for our guests to ensure  appreciate they can experience this immaculate course.