Highlights
- Small group tour of Mornington Peninsula
- Visit 3 premium wineries and 1 craft brewery
- Enjoy a winery lunch and tastings
- Murrays Lookout & visit iconic bathing boxes
Description
A food and wine tour in Mornington Peninsula with Explore Australia is unlike any other, where you can immerse yourself in the region’s best tasting and sightseeing experiences accompanied by locals. Throughout the day, relax in the comfort of a deluxe mini-coach as your Explore Australia guide takes you on a journey to three wineries and a craft brewery, as well as the scenic highlights of Murrays Lookout at Arthurs Seat and the Peninsula Bathing Boxes.
Start your adventure with Explore Australia with a journey to some of the best wineries in the region onboard a deluxe mini-coach. Your first point of call is Point Leo Estate, a cellar door surrounded by sweeping views of vineyards and across the ocean. Explore the grounds and admire the sculptures as well as sampling premium wines. Rare Hare at Jackalope is known for producing wine in a cool climate surrounded by ocean on 3 sides, which embodies the true taste of the Mornington Peninsula. The final tasting of the tour at Montalto winery is accompanied by a delicious vineyard lunch, getting you ready for an afternoon of beer tasting and sightseeing.
For the beer lovers among you, this next stop on your Explore Australia tour is for you. St Andrews Beach Brewery is tucked away on the Mornington Peninsula and specialises in producing ‘simple and uncomplicated’ craft beer.
The remainder of your Mornington Peninsula Food & Wine Tour with Explore Australia takes you to two local beauty spots where you can admire ocean, forest and cityscape views. Stop off at Murrays Point, the highest point of the Mornington Peninsula. Then head for a romantic stroll along the beach front and take a photo next to the Peninsula Bathing Boxes before heading back to Melbourne.
Trip Includes
- Deluxe small group mini-coach
- Knowledgeable and friendly guide
- Wine tasting at Pt Leo Estate & Rare Hare at Jackalope
- Winery lunch and tasting at Montalto
- Beer tasting at St Andrews Beach Brewery
- Stop off at Murrays Lookout
- Visit Peninsula Bathing Boxes
Duration
Departures
- Departs 9:00am from bus stop outside Mail Exchange Hotel, 688 Bourke Street, Melbourne
- Operates Monday, Wednesday & Friday all year
Other Information
- Please note any dietary requirements upon booking
- Booster seats available for infants (0-3yrs)
- More pick up locations available upon request
- Wear appropriate clothing for cool & warm conditions and comfortable shoes
- Bring sunscreen, water bottle, hat & camera
