Top Victoria Day Trips - page 7

Download GuideAlong's self-guided audio tour of Australia's Great Ocean Road and unlock the secrets of this iconic route along the Southern Ocean. As you drive, hear captivating stories and essential local tips that play automatically based on your GPS location. Explore the towering Twelve Apostles, surf the waves at Bells Beach, marvel at the historic Split Point Lighthouse, look for koalas, and admire the picture-perfect Erskine Falls. Each destination comes alive with rich narratives, ensuring a memorable journey along the scenic coastline. Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace. Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location Travel at your own pace Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi is needed Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use No time limits or expiry, and free updates Like having a tour guide along for the drive Purchase one tour per vehicle.

A scenic day trip from Melbourne leads to Phillip Island's stunning coastline and its famous Penguin Parade. Visit Maru Koala and Animal Park for a close encounter with kangaroos and koalas. Enjoy breathtaking views along the coastal Boulevard Drive and experience the enchanting sight of little penguins returning home at sunset. This tour includes pick-up from Melbourne CBD and Southbank, providing a comfortable ride in an air-conditioned vehicle with an experienced guide. - Visit Maru Koala and Animal Park for wildlife encounters - Enjoy stunning views at Nobbies Lookout along Boulevard Drive - Witness the iconic Penguin Parade at sunset - Includes pick-up and drop-off from Melbourne CBD and Southbank

Experience the spectacular scenery of Australia’s Great Ocean Road on this full-day guided tour from Melbourne. Admire postcard-worthy vistas around every turn of the coastal road, and pass through charming port towns along the way. Learn the fascinating and tragic history of Australia’s jagged ‘Shipwreck Coast’ when you visit the Loch Ard Gorge, site of a famous wreck. Your journey comes to a dramatic climax when you arrive at the Twelve Apostles geologic wonder just as the sun sets (seasonal and weather dependent).

See a side of Melbourne that not many tourists get to experience with this wilderness and wildlife tour. Your itinerary is packed with stops specially chosen to show off the Australian landscape to the fullest, and give you a chance of spotting local wildlife like kangaroos, emus, and wombats. It’s a great way to get closer to nature and meet like-minded fellow travelers, too.

Experience the Phillip Island Penguin Parade on a half-day afternoon tour from Melbourne, perfect for travellers short on time. Skip the full-day tour and travel direct to Phillip Island, arriving in time to explore the coastal scenery at The Nobbies before sunset. At The Nobbies, stroll scenic boardwalks overlooking rugged cliffs and ocean views of Bass Strait. Take in views toward Seal Rocks and, if conditions are right, watch the blowhole in action along this spectacular coastline. As evening falls, witness the world-famous Phillip Island Penguin Parade, where hundreds of little penguins return from the ocean and waddle across the beach to their burrows. This unforgettable wildlife experience is a highlight of any visit to Victoria. This Phillip Island afternoon tour from Melbourne is ideal for those wanting a shorter, more direct experience without a full-day commitment. Pickup is also available from San Remo for guests staying on or near Phillip Island.

Explore the stunning Great Ocean Road on an exclusive private day tour, perfect for large families and groups of friends. Enjoy the freedom to tailor your journey with a professional guide who will provide personalized attention, leading you through breathtaking coastal scenery featuring limestone cliffs, pristine beaches, and lush rainforests. Encounter Australia’s unique wildlife, including koalas in their natural habitat at prime viewing spots like Kennett River and Great Otway National Park—ideal for memorable photos and a genuine Australian experience. - Private tour designed for up to 25 guests, perfect for big groups - Tailored itinerary allowing you to explore at your own pace - Spot wild koalas in natural habitats with expert guidance - Experience breathtaking coastal views and lush rainforests along the route

Off the ship, into the wild, back on board on time — Melbourne's best in one easy shore day. This tour is exclusive for Cruise ship passengers. that means we pick up passengers from Station Pier, where cruise ship arrives and we can adjust starting time id there are delays. The tour includes visit to Brighton Beach to see the famous bathing boxes. a visit to Moonlit Sanctuary will give passengers the opportunity to get close to some of Australia's unique wildlife. The tour will include a visit of the city of Melbourne itself to make the most of the time in town.

Explore the ski and alpine resort, Mount Buller, on this full day group tour from Melbourne. You’ll have about five hours to play in the snow when you’re there, and you’ll also drive through some gorgeous scenery in the Yarra Valley and Victorian High Country. You can ski, snowboard, or go tobogganing. Then you’ll be taken back to Melbourne at the end of the day.

Check out two destinations in one tour with this group excursion that explores the best of Melbourne, then heads over to Phillip Island to watch the penguins waddle around at sunset. Your guide takes care of logistics, driving you to Melbourne landmarks like the MCG, Fitzroy Gardens, St. Patrick's Cathedral, and Hosier Lane. Then, relax in your air-conditioned vehicle on your way to Phillip Island, where you’ll take in the stunning views at the Nobbies and witness adorable penguins returning to their burrows.

Experience the beauty of the Philip Island and wildlife viewing with our small group family-oriented day tour company where we can relax and enjoy the ride while sharing some interesting facts about this important nature conservation park that people talk about. From the colorful beach boxes at the iconic Brighton Beach, we ll take you to one of Australia's most important nature conservation area, Philip Island, the home of fairy penguins, koala, wallabies as well as other sea birds, seals and other marine species. Also prepared to be awed by majestic ocean view of the Nobbies. Unlike other tour companies that only focus on "showing the view and go home", we offer family-oriented interaction that makes our tour feels like you are going away with your own family. We try to make our tour fun, exciting and we cater for each, and everyone's need while maintaining the quality and efficiency of our tour. Watch out for some wild wallabies!

Experience the Werribee Open Range Zoo and the 19th-century estate that is Werribee Mansion with a guide to show you around and tell you all about the zoo and its history. Take a safari-like bus ride through the zoo, seeing lions, zebras, and giraffes as they roam the grounds. You can also explore the zoo in your own time.

Take a break from Melbourne’s humming city-life during your next visit with a small-group tour of the Maru Koala and Animal Park and Phillip Island. This tour is perfect for animal lovers wishing to spend a day immersing themselves in remote nature and wildlife and then return to central Melbourne before bedtime.

Experience the beauty of the Great Ocean Road scenic view with 12 Apostles and Loch Ard gorge with our proffesional small group family-oriented day tour company where we can relax and enjoy the ride while sharing some interesting history about this magnificent oceanic coastal road that people talk about. Unlike other tour companies that only focus on "showing the view and go home", we offer family-oriented interaction that makes our tour feels like you are going away with your own family. We try to make our tour fun, exciting, and we cater for each, and everyone's need while maintaining the quality and efficiency of our tour. (prepare for some group singing!) Furthermore, our small group tour will ensure more personalised service compared to big group tour, and our small but comfortable minibus will be able to access points of attractions/interests where big buses cannot access. Watch out for some kangaroos and koalas too! Morning Aussie style billy tea and snacks are included

Experience the Aussie outback on this full-day tour from Melbourne, uncovering local silo art, riverside heritage, native animals, and wine. Journey through regional Victoria on an exclusive paddle steamer cruise and wildlife adventure combining Murray River heritage, wildlife observation, and wine tasting. Start with a complimentary coffee at the Arts Centre before heading to Nagambie. Learn about koalas during a ranger-led talk at Kyabram Fauna Park, then step back in time in Echuca aboard the PS Canberra paddle steamer for a cruise on Australia's largest river. Enjoy changing scenery from eucalypt forests to farmland to vineyards, as you travel through Victoria's heartland. Discover Rochester's painted silos showcasing artistic heritage, and end with premium wine tasting featuring wines grown in ancient Cambrian soil at a renowned Heathcote winery. Limited to 15 travelers for intimate experience with comfortable transport, expert guidance, and guaranteed window seating.

Seeing whales off Wilsons Promontory means getting out onto open water at the right time of year, which is hard to arrange yourself. Sail into the national park by catamaran instead, along the route humpbacks follow as they migrate south with their calves. Watch for whales offshore, and take in the historic lighthouse, Refuge Cove, and Waterloo Bay along the way.

Gourmet winery lunch experience is included in your wine tour + a glass of wine of your choice from this Winery Wine Tasting. Across your day you'll enjoy three Winery Estate Wine Tastings, Lunch, a glass of wine and a visit to the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice-Creamy. Start to end — this will be a day trip to remember. Smaller tour groups, gifts you an enjoyable day. A guided tour with history of the Yarra Valley also provided. Return coach service from Richmond, Victoria, (10 mins out-side Melbourne City) ensures you can enjoy your wine tasting experience. After experiencing wine tours around the world, I'm passionate about creating memorable moments and bringing the experience to you.

Trade the city streets of Melbourne for the wild beauty of the Mornington Peninsula. You’ll first stop at the summit of Arthur’s Seat for morning tea with a view of the ocean. Carry on for a hike of Bushrangers Bay, where you’ll see a scenic lighthouse, birds and kangaroos, and rocky coastal landscapes. Enjoy a plant-based lunch and end the day in the inviting waters of the Peninsula Hot Springs.

Discover a vibrant Indigenous culture and the region’s heritage, as you are introduced to the World Heritage listed sites through Gunditjmara eyes.See how the Budj Bim lava flows enabled the Gunditjmara to develop one of the largest and oldest aquaculture networks in the world. Composed of channels, dams and weirs, they are used to contain floodwaters and create basins to trap, store and harvest the kooyang eel. Tours along raised boardwalks designed to preserve the precious natural environment will showcase historical stone kooyang traps and stone channels, stone house sites and eel smoking trees and other natural phenomena.

Escape the city for a day of Victorian nature and family-friendly wildlife encounters. Wander beneath towering 55 metre Californian redwoods, spend an extended visit at Healesville Sanctuary to see koalas, kangaroos and the platypus, or if you prefer fruits and farms, go to Rayner’s Orchard and Hop on a tractor tour to taste exotic fruits straight from the trees, and finish with artisan treats and chocolate-making displays at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery. The pace is relaxed and nature-focused, ideal for those who prefer nature walks and wildlife over wineries, with knowledgeable local guide commentary throughout the day. (Important: You can only visit Healesville Sanctuary or Rayner's Orchard, NOT BOTH)

Enjoy a perfect day trip from Melbourne, blending iconic sights, wildlife, and scenic charm. Capture stunning photos at Brighton Beach’s colorful Bathing Boxes before heading to Healesville Wildlife Sanctuary to encounter koalas, kangaroos, and the elusive platypus. Savor fine wines at Rochford Winery in Yarra Valley, then hop aboard the historic Puffing Billy Steam Train for a nostalgic ride through the lush Dandenong Ranges. With expert guidance and seamless transport, this tour offers a perfect mix of adventure and relaxation.

See the penguins of Phillip Island without the crowds. This private custom tour from Melbourne is exclusive to your party and includes premium viewing tickets to ensure the best experience of the penguin parade. As you make your way down the coast, visit stunning sites including Cape Woolamai and The Nobbies. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Do you love exploring the great ocean road and all the amazing photo opportunities it has to offer? From the iconic Twelve Apostles to the stunning Loch Ard Gorge, from seaside town Lorne to Apollo Bay and last town Port Campbell, there is no shortage of beautiful and photogenic spots to capture. Soak in the tranquility and beauty of the ocean and feel truly bless to witness such natural wonders. As you continue the journey along the great ocean road, there are many more amazing photo opportunities you'll come across! The one and only The Great Ocean Road.

This is the perfect choice for wine fans in Australia. Enjoy the ultimate day of flexibility by going on a customized private winery day tour in Yarra Valley. You won’t waste time going to areas that don’t interest you, or waiting around for other travelers, as this tour gives you the freedom to create a day tour that suits you. Round-trip private transport is included, and you can choose the budget, time, and the stops that are on your itinerary.

Prepare for a day of exhilarating snow-filled fun as we journey to Mount Buller, Victoria's premier alpine resort. Mount Buller is a great place for doing various snow activities with your friends and families. Also it provides great lunch and dining experience when you are done with your snow fun. Departing from Melbourne, our experienced guides will accompany you on a snowy escapade unlike any other.