A 4.5-hour drive from Melbourne, Mt Hotham, Australia’s alpine village, is famous for its breathtaking views of mountain ranges and skiing for experienced and beginners. It houses a few of the best resorts, like Chalet Hotham, Mountain Dreaming, and Gotcha Chalet. Other popular activities include husky sled dog tours, helicopter rides over the mountain, spa retreats, snowmobile rides, cross-country skiing, and much more. The best time to visit Mt Hotham is between July and August, when it receives most of the snowfall.