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Ideal for travelers with limited time, focuses on the must see highlights without unnecessary stops or large coach crowds. Enjoy direct hotel pickup in Melbourne and a comfortable, nonstop drive to Phillip Island for a smooth and time-efficient experience. Visit The Nobbies coastal boardwalks, one of Phillip Island’s most scenic viewpoints, before experiencing the world-famous Penguin Parade at sunset. Traveling in a private vehicle allows for flexible timing, a relaxed pace, and better photo opportunities compared to standard group tours. This express tour includes Penguin Parade General admission tickets, so there’s no need for pre-booking or extra costs. After the parade, unwind on the return journey back to Melbourne with convenient drop-off at your accommodation. Perfect for couples, families, cruise passengers, and visitors seeking a private Penguin tour from Melbourne, this express experience delivers Australia’s iconic wildlife in a stress-free, time-smart, and premium way.

Enjoy a personalized food and wine day tour in the Yarra Valley with hotel pickup included. Embrace your love of food and wine, gin, nature, sights, and stories. Enjoy a menu of local and seasonal produce paired with a glass of wine at the Soumah or Tokar Estate wineries. You will also have time to enjoy 2 wine tastings, a gin tasting, and sightseeing opportunities.

“Aqua Donut” is a floating device with a barbeque station to enable a unique dining experience as one sways along the picturesque area of Docklands. Back in countries like Dubai, Germany, Italy, Turkey, Switzerland, UK, US and Canada such floating vessels, popular as barbeque boats, are a major tourist attraction. At last, Melbournians can indulge in a similar experience a lot closer to home. You can rent “Aqua Donut” to celebrate a special occasion or organise a touristy event for out-of-towners. You can simply laze around on a beautiful morning or gorge juicy kebabs as the sun goes down The map displayed in one of the photos is where you can go with your Aqua Donut. From the Start point to the Yellow Buoy, tie up and enjoy the BBQ, and then motor back. Cruising around is not permitted due to safety concerns for our guests. Please note that we do not allow BBQ use for weather over 40c for safety reasons and customers' comfort. A bond of $500 is required on site.

Are you craving the ultimate escape to Mornington Peninsula, but don’t want to break the bank? Perhaps a girl’s trip or a family outing, where you can indulge on wine, cheese, and chocolate – with someone else as the designated driver? We are here to help! We offer an affordable Full-Day Wine Tour, which gives you the opportunity to taste premium wines from all around the Mornington Peninsula Region With a fully licensed and CPVV accredited tour guide at your side, our aim is to provide you with a memorable experience exploring the best wines that Mornington Peninsula has to offer at an affordable price. This 7 hour private tour package price per person includes 12-16 wine tastings at 2 different wineries, a special visit to the local distillery and private transport to all wineries.

Get the ultimate luxury boating experience on this 90-minute private cruise on the Yarra River. With a dedicated skipper to navigate and provide engaging commentary on the sights, you'll depart from the Docklands and sail past Melbourne's riverside attractions. Take great photos from your vantage point on the water, sip a bottle of wine, and dig in to the provided cheese plate featuring local products. This private tour for just you and your party ensures personalized attention and plenty of chance to ask questions.

Experience one of the largest local markets near Melbourne during a private cooking class taught by a professional chef. Take a guided tour of the market to peruse the fresh produce and select key ingredients, then go to your instructor’s home for a cooking lesson that covers three Australian dishes. Receive step-by-step instruction for each dish, then enjoy the meal accompanied by a glass of wine or beer.

Explore the charms of the Mornington Peninsula on this full-day tour, designed for a small-group of 2-6 guests. Enjoy a wine tasting, take in the natural beauty of the region and indulge in a delicious 2-course lunch at an award-winning local restaurant. A special highlight of the tour is a self-guided art walk at Pt Leo Estate Sculpture Park.

Australian Journeys offers private, door-to-door transport with a focus on comfort, flexibility, and personalized service. Our vehicles are modern, well-maintained, and spacious, ensuring a premium experience. Unlike standard tours, we tailor every journey to our guests' needs, providing a seamless and stress-free way to explore Victoria’s top destinations

At Happy Sips Wine Tours, we specialise in fully private Yarra Valley wine experiences for guests who value comfort, quality, and personalised service. Enjoy a relaxed tour from Melbourne with hotel pickup, visiting four carefully selected wineries with guided tastings of the region’s wines. Your fully flexible itinerary lets you tailor the day — swap a winery if you prefer. Choose your lunch: a 3-course meal at Rochford Wines or a 2-course meal at Soumah, both with scenic vineyard views. Travel in a luxury Mercedes with a professional local driver-guide for a personalised, unhurried, and memorable wine tour. ⸻ Highlights • Fully private tour – your group only • Four wineries with guided tastings included • Choice of 3-course or 2-course lunch • Hotel pickup from Melbourne included • Luxury Mercedes vehicle • Customised, fully flexible itinerary — swap wineries if you wish

Yarra Valley is known as Melbourne’s wine country but there’s more to this scenic region than grapes. Travel over the Dandenong Ranges, with a professional as your designated driver, and stop in Emerald village for coffee. Then indulge in tastings at four separate wineries, a 2-course lunch with a glass of wine, a chocolate sampling at Yarra Valley Chocolaterie, and a visit to the Yarra Valley Dairy.

This is a fun day of food and wine on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula. Your day has been designed so you can join a very small group of like minded food and wine lovers with a maximum of 6 guests. You will enjoy 2 premium wine tasting events that are usually private, well paced and relaxed. Your lunch stop is hosted at a leading restaurant on the Mornington Peninsula and includes local and seasonal produce with a glass of wine. Pick up is at 10am from Melbourne City or a selected local destination that can be arranged on confirmation This is a wonderful tour with a local and friendly guide to enjoy the sights, food and wine of this world class wine region just an hour from Melbourne City centre. Minimum 4 guests for tour to operate We reserve the right to book the itinerary based on availability and for the best guest experience for the date booked. Depending on individual booking numbers groups sizes may be at 8 guests

Join the operator on a charming afternoon adventure aboard the iconic Puffing Billy Steam Railway as we embark on a journey through the verdant Dandenong Ranges. On this 25-mins to 1-hour-long adventure, you'll marvel at lush landscapes and historic locomotives as they wind their way between Belgrave and the Gembrook. OPTIONAL visit to Maru Koala & Animal Park, where you can get up close with Australia’s beloved native wildlife. Experience the joy of hand-feeding friendly kangaroos and create unforgettable moments with these adorable creatures. An additional entrance fee applies.As the timing of the Puffing Billy experience,this optional is not guaranteed to be included on the day. At The Nobbies, you can enjoy panoramic coastal views of Bass Strait from the cliff-top boardwalk and witness the stunning blowholes. As the sunsets, you head out to Summerland Beach. Observe hundreds of little penguins come up to the shore, making their way across the beach to home in the sand dunes.

• Small group experience with a Carnivore Keeper and one of our experienced Rangers • See either a training or enrichment session and learn more about these critically endangered animals from the team that care for them • Behind the scenes access with our rangers

Capture your most memorable moments and ensure that your vacation photos are worthy of sharing by hiring a personal travel photographer. On this private tour, enjoy a completely custom-made tour and explore Melbourne at your own pace. Along the way, stop as many times as you like to admire the sights as your photographer snaps candid shots or pose for photos by some of Melbourne’s most iconic landmarks.

Embark on a journey through Yarra Valley's picturesque landscapes and flavors on our private tour. Led by a knowledgeable host, uncover the region's secrets and stories as you explore rolling vineyards and charming estates. On our tour, flexibility reigns supreme. Choose 2 or 3 wineries before a delectable lunch. Picture strolling through vineyards, savoring wines, surrounded by fellow enthusiasts and vistas. Decide post-lunch: more wineries, wildlife encounters at Healesville Sanctuary, a distillery visit, or a sweet stop at the Chocolaterie. Select from 65 wineries, each offering unique experiences. Most tastings have a refundable fee, Chandon showcasing 6 sparkling wines and discounts on purchases. A personalised journey through vine-covered hills tailored to your preferences!

Treat yourself to food, drink and a night that you don’t have to lift a finger to organize with this Yarra Valley night tour. Visit cellar doors, distilleries and breweries and sample a range of locally-made gins, vodkas, ciders, beers and wines. Don’t worry about driving yourself to the next location, though, as transport and a driver are provided for the whole tour. End the night with a sumptuous meal at a Valley restaurant with vineyard views.

Experience one of Australia’s most iconic wildlife encounters on this private Phillip Island tour from Melbourne. Travel in comfort in a luxury Mercedes vehicle with your own guide as you explore coastal scenery and native wildlife at a relaxed pace. Start with a photo stop at the colourful Brighton Beach Bathing Boxes before heading to see Australian wildlife at Moonlit Sanctuary. Continue to the dramatic coastal boardwalks at The Nobbies before the highlight of the day at the world-famous Phillip Island Penguin Parade, where little penguins return from the ocean at sunset. Why travellers choose this tour • Private experience – just your group and a dedicated guide • Luxury Mercedes vehicle for maximum comfort and space • Flexible itinerary tailored to your interests and pace • Premium Phillip Island Penguin Parade viewing • Visit Brighton Beach Bathing Boxes and The Nobbies Start time varies between 10:00 am (winter) and 1:00 pm (summer) depending on sunset.

Discover the hidden gem of the Australian wine world, the Macedon Ranges. Just an hour from Melbourne, this region offers the warm hospitality of boutique family-owned wineries, award-winning gins, craft breweries, and stunning scenery. Along the way, you'll learn about the Macedon Ranges' unique cool climate wine region and its rich history. Meet the winemakers, distillers, and brewers while enjoying delicious food pairings. We offer Private tours for smaller groups up to 13 people or more on request! - great for double dates, friends, family, and small groups, and large private tours for birthdays, Hens'/ Bucks parties, or corporate events - all are welcome! So what are you waiting for? Book your tickets today!

Phillip Island is known for its spectacular scenery and native wildlife, and on this tour, you’ll get to see both. Start the day with a Melbourne pickup—you’ll travel with ease to Phillip Island and visit multiple attractions in a day. Conveniently, entrance fees are included, so you won’t waste time waiting in long admission lines. See koalas at the Koala Conservation Centre, a fur seal colony at Seal Rocks, and watch the much loved Penguin Parade. After an action-packed day, you’ll enjoy a delicious dinner with local island produce.

Embark on an unforgettable journey to Phillip Island with pickup from selected hotels or meeting points in Melbourne. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned minivan. Start the day with the world-renowned Pelican Feeding Show in San Remo, where you’ll see pelicans being fed in their natural habitat. Then, enjoy stunning views at either The Pyramid Rock or The Pinnacles Lookout, depending on the weather. Visit the Wildlife Park to feed kangaroos and emus, and get close to native Australian animals. Afterward, stop at Cowes for a quick snack or shopping break. Next, head to The Nobbies for breathtaking coastal views and learn about the local ecosystem. The highlight of the day is the internationally famous Penguin Parade, where the world’s smallest penguins waddle ashore at sunset. Join us for a day of wildlife, breathtaking views, and one of Australia’s most iconic experiences!

Viewing the "penguin parade" on Phillip Island is a highlight of a visit to New South Wales. Make the experience even more memorable by booking this comprehensive private tour that includes afternoon tea at Churchill Island, entrance to the Koala Conservation Centre, dinner, and a guaranteed premium viewing spot for the parade.

A fully private, guided tour to Phillip Island and the Penguin Parade. Visit breathtaking beaches as Cape Woolamai, see wildlife and visit the Nobbies, sight wildlife at dusk. We customize your day to ensure your visit to Phillip Island is memorable. Tour includes: • Local Melbourne Tour Guide • Luxury vehicle • Complimentary bottled water • Custom and private tour for up to 6 passengers • See the penguins stroll in off the beach! General Penguin Viewing Tickets are included.

Experience the best of Phillip Island with the flexibility of the Island Explorer Hop-On Hop-Off Bus and the iconic Penguin Parade—all in a single, relaxed, small-group day tour from Melbourne. Whether you're craving coastal strolls, wildlife adventures, or adrenaline-filled activities, this tour allows you to tailor the middle part of your day while we take care of the transport, comfort, and key experiences.

This gaol is a grim place with a dark history. Stories of the unexplained have been gathered over the years from visitors and staff alike. None have been proven, yet. Join this chilling night time gaol tour — if you dare! This night tour is conducted in the dark and includes confined spaces. Appropriate footwear is recommended. This night tour is not recommended for children 12 years and under. Please note that dates for this tour are only released at least two weeks before event dates.