About this tour
A private eight-hour circuit of Victoria's Mornington Peninsula, combining coastal walks, wildlife encounters, and producer visits with a vineyard lunch. Your local guide drives you through one of Melbourne's most compelling regions, threading together wineries, artisanal food makers, and native bushland. Morning tea, tastings, and a packed meal among the vines come included; you'll meet winemakers, hand-feed koalas, and spot galleries or distilleries along the way.
Highlights
- Hand-feed koalas in native eucalyptus forest
- Coastal walk with Port Phillip views
- Cellar-door tasting at working vineyard
- Private picnic lunch among the vines
- Meet cheesemakers and distillery owners
- Locally sourced morning tea and snacks
- Private vehicle with in-car Wi-Fi
- Expert local guide sharing regional stories
What to expect
Your day begins with a scenic coastal walk or wildlife encounter before moving into the region's food and wine heartland. You'll visit at least two producers—a winery with cellar-door experience and a cheesemaker or artisan baker—where you'll chat directly with makers about their craft. Lunch is a private picnic set among vineyard rows. Stops at galleries or distilleries fill gaps between tastings. Throughout, your guide shapes the itinerary to your interests, pointing out the landscape and sharing insider knowledge. Expect unhurried pacing; this isn't ticking boxes but savouring the peninsula.
Good to know
Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a hat for the coastal trail. The tour suits all fitness levels; the bushwalk is optional. Infants travel free in supplied car seats or prams. Lunch is included; tastings are standard pours, not premium flights. Allow time for browsing at each stop.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original VIC Travel summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.