Day Trips from Melbourne to Mornington Peninsula

Make the most of your visit to the Mornington Peninsula wine region by not worrying about counting drinks on this private tour from Melbourne. Relax as your driver takes you out to the Mornington Peninsula and shuttles you between several wineries around the region, including Red Hill Estate and T'Gallant estate. This private tour has a maximum of seven travelers.

There are so many amazing things to see in and around Melbourne that it can be tough to squeeze them all in, but this full-day group trip to Phillip Island is a great place to start. This way, you get to visit Brighton Beach, Nobbies Centre, the Penguin Parade, and a wildlife park, but don’t have to put up with any of the stress of organizing tickets, transport, and itineraries.

After being picked up anywhere in Melbourne in your private air-conditioned vehicle, your host will take you to four of the best craft Breweries that the Mornington Peninsula has to offer. Relax as you indulge in a craft paddle tasting at all four venues with expert knowledge being passed onto you from the brewery staff. Soak up the atmosphere as you enjoy a scrumptious lunch with a pot of craft beer at one of the four chosen breweries, then sit back and enjoy the seaside views on your return trip to Melbourne. One fixed private car price for 1-7 passengers. The vehicle is yours no matter how many guests you bring (up to 7 passengers). Bring an umbrella if rain is forecast.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Melbourne and embark on a scenic bus tour to Mornington Peninsula. Spend the day exploring various viewpoints, sampling local chocolates, riding on the chairlift to Arthurs Seat summit, and more. This excursion is a great way to discover the area and is inclusive of lunch, food tastings, and round-trip hotel transfers.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Melbourne and spend a day discovering Australian wildlife on this full-day excursion to Phillip Island. Alongside a private guide, enjoy stops at nature parks, museums, natural monuments, and wineries to get a full overview of the area. Then, in the evening, head to the Phillip Island Nature Park to watch hundreds of penguins parade back down to their beach burrows.

Would you love a luxury adventure without splurging on a private tour? Join us for an affordable small-group escape of up to 10 people, where comfort meets exploration. We’ll pick you up and drop you back at your hotel in a premium vehicle, driven by a friendly guide who knows all the best hidden gems. Start your day at Moonlit Animal Park, hand-feeding kangaroos and meeting koalas. Then you can choose your experience: enjoy a fun Chocolate Tour at the chocolate factory (great for families and kids), or explore nature with a visit to Cape Woolamai beach. In summer, we stay even longer on the beach so you can really soak up the sun and surf. In winter, we also include a scenic stop at the Phillip Island Grand Prix track. As you travel, you might spot wallabies and Cape Barren geese, and you’ll take in dramatic coastal views at The Nobbies. The day ends with the unforgettable Penguin Parade, as hundreds of little penguins waddle home at sunset — a truly iconic Australian moment.

Take a break from the city and discover the diverse wildlife of Australia on this full-day excursion to Phillip Island. Alongside a private guide, depart Melbourne and head south to begin your wildlife tour. Stop at the Maru Animal Park to see koalas and kangaroos, see wallabies at the Nobbies, and watch hundreds of penguins parade back to their burrows at sunset.

Skip the overpriced bottles in Melbourne’s CBD bars and head out to the coast for this luxurious day trip around the wineries of the Mornington Peninsula. Visit a series of local wineries with your guides by your side, providing informative and entertaining commentary and recommendations as you explore the wines that the Peninsula has on offer. All tastings are covered by your tour costs, as is a complimentary lunch at one of the wineries.

Every night, thousands of little blue penguins come ashore on Phillip Island to rest up and spend time with their mate. The nightly penguin parade is a uniquely Australian spectacle, and a perfect opportunity to see some of the south coast's sea life. This tour makes getting to the penguin parade easy; instead of hiring a car and organizing accommodation on the island, same-day chauffeured transfers make it possible to see the best of Phillip Island in a single day.

Southern Australia is known for its incredible wines and this tour from Melbourne visits the Mornington Peninsula for a taste. Join a small group and explore the best wineries, breweries, cideries, and distilleries in the Red Hill area. Each tour is customized to each group, meaning no two tours are the same.

We know you are looking for something different, so we have created this tour with the flexibility to customise it for you. No one itinerary is ever the same, as we have more than 100 vineyards and experiences. This itinerary can be customised to include your favourite wineries, although we have handpicked a great selection for you to enjoy. The day will include tasting at three wineries and/or breweries, with a stop for lunch. Our guides are local to Melbourne and have been touring for many years. Depending on group size, we offer the Driver/Guide with one of our European luxury vehicles. You will also be picked up and returned to your accommodation anywhere in Melbourne or the Mornington Peninsula.

Discover Melbourne's wild side on this luxury small-group Phillip Island tour. Enjoy stunning coastal scenery, Australian wildlife, and the world-famous Penguin Parade with included Penguin Plus tickets. Highlights Penguin Plus Viewing – Watch Little Penguins return to shore at sunset from premium viewing areas. The Nobbies Boardwalk – Spectacular coastal views and opportunities to spot Australian fur seals. ️ Cowes – Free time to enjoy dinner (own expense), stroll along the jetty, or relax by the beach. Included ✅ Penguin Plus Ticket ✅ Luxury small-group transport ✅ Expert local guide ✅ Ample photo opportunities ✅ Pickup from Melbourne CBD, Southbank, Docklands & St Kilda Seasonal Departure ☀️ Summer departures are later, creating a relaxed afternoon-to-evening wildlife experience. Travel in comfort and enjoy a more personal experience with plenty of time to explore Phillip Island's most iconic attractions.

Spend a day in the calming countryside outside of Melbourne on this day trip to the Mornington Peninsula. With a small group, spend the day wining and dining at some of the area’s best venues such as Yabby Lake Winery, Crittenden Estate, and Stoniers Vineyard. You also make a stop at the 1920s Merricks General Store for a delicious lunch paired with a glass of wine. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Driving in a new country can be stressful. Enjoy a more relaxing encounter with Melbourne and set the pace that suits you when you book these personalized, customizable private tour packages, direct from your central Melbourne address. Choose between downtown Melbourne, the Great Ocean Road, Phillip Island, and the Yarra Valley, and pick the vehicle size that suits your group. Any entry and activity fees are at your own expense.

See the best of Phillip Island on this group tour from Melbourne, where all the details are taken care of so you just need to relax and take in the sites. Keep your eyes peeled for kangaroos, koalas, and the adorable tiny penguins who populate the island. Make sure your cameras are charged for photos at beautiful viewpoints, like at Cowes, and more.

Explore the Mornington wine region with our laid back, casual, fun and social approach to winery tours. We are the only public group tour of the Mornington Peninsula that picks up both in Melbourne CBD and the Mornington Region. We put an emphasise on socialising from the start and making the bus drive one of the best parts, ensuring everyone feels comfortable with everyone and getting a playlist started which everyone can add to. More importantly we realise there are just so many places you can visit out here, so we have perfectly structured an itinerary to give you choice throughout the day. If you want nothing but wine all day, you will get that. If you want to mix it up with some breweries or distilleries then you can get that. Everything is possible on our flexible, laid back tour. To keep it simple, we will provide 4 tastings at 4 venues. lunch is at your own expense and you'll have choice of 3 venues you can eat. Of the 4 venues, 2 of them are spots where we will offer choices

The Mornington Peninsula offers many adventures and diverse landscapes. Explore the bucolic countryside, lush forests, rugged coastline, and calm bays on this family-friendly private tour with hotel pickup. In addition to beachfronts, mazes, a u-pick farm experience, obstacle course, a high ropes course, and an indoor illusion house, spend time at the Enchanted Adventure Gardens.

Only a 1-hour drive from the Melbourne CBD awaits the pristine region of The Mornington Peninsula. Filled with boutique wineries that feature delicious Pinot Noirs and buttery Chardonnay. Surrounded by coastal bays and ocean views, on this private tour, our guests will indulge in the region's best fresh produce and wine. This full-day tour includes a visit to a selection of wineries including: -Paringa Estate -Point Leo Estate This carefully curated selection of wineries will give you a true taste of the finest elements from this region. Following our sumptuous lunch, our esteemed guests shall indulge in a serene interlude at The Peninsula Hot Springs. Amidst a tapestry of over 50 outdoor spas nestled within the embrace of a native Australian bushland, this respite promises to envelop you in tranquility. As you surrender to the therapeutic waters, the cares of the world will melt away, leaving your spirit rejuvenated and your skin adorned with a silken softness.

When in Melbourne, a trip to Mornington Peninsula is well worth it. This hassle-free small-group tour takes you there from Melbourne, brings you to some of the best wineries in the region, and also includes a 2-course lunch. Tastings are provided at Port Phillip Estate and Kooyong Wines, Pier 10, and a few more places. Have as many samples as you like, since you have a designated driver waiting for you.

Choose your own adventure with this completely customizable private tour from Melbourne. Stay in town to explore the CBD, with impressive architecture, food, coffee, shopping, and laneway art. Or leave the city behind to check out local wildlife, discover stunning spots like the 12 Apostles, and enjoy a wine tasting at nearby vineyards.

Spend 2 -3 hours relaxing at the Peninsula Hot Springs Immerse yourself in natural thermal mineral waters Leave feeling refreshed and rejuvenated Gliding through the sky in a gondola at Arthurs Seat Eagle Visit the colourful beach boxes on the Mornington Peninsula

Explore the best of the Mornington Peninsula, without worrying about transport logistics, on this small-group tour from Melbourne. Travel in a comfortable, Wi-Fi-equipped coach with charging ports and guaranteed window seats for everyone. Discover Arthurs Seat, enjoy an included gourmet winery lunch, and spend hours relaxing in Peninsula Hot Springs and soaking up the scenery.

Phillip Island is a popular day trip from Melbourne, although the driving there and back, and working out how best to spend the day, can be a challenge. You don’t have to worry about either of those things on a small-group tour from Melbourne. On it, discover the wildlife around Phillip Island, from the Penguin Parade to a cruise in search of seals, and explore the island’s most scenic spots.