Go Beyond Melbourne

Melbourne (1 Nights) – Melbourne Sky Deck

Welcome to Australia! Upon arrival at Melbourne Airport, you will be transferred to your hotel.

Melbourne is a vibrant city known for its unique blend of architectural heritage, modern skyscrapers, lively cafés, fine dining restaurants, lush parklands, and scenic waterways.

The rest of the day is at leisure, giving you the opportunity to explore this beautiful city on your own.

Later, you may choose to visit the Melbourne Skydeck and experience breathtaking 360-degree floor-to-ceiling views of the city from the Southern Hemisphere’s highest viewing platform—an unforgettable experience.

You can also explore the Crown Casino and Entertainment Complex, offering a wide range of restaurants, cafés, and shopping options.

Overnight stay in Melbourne.

Yarra Valley and Dandenong ranges - Phillip Island (2 Nights) (140 kms; Approx 2 hours)

This morning, pick up your self-drive car and begin your journey to Phillip Island—a favourite destination for nature lovers.

En route, we suggest a stop at the Puffing Billy Steam Railway, where you can enjoy a ride on the historic steam train through scenic landscapes.

Phillip Island is renowned as the home of the Little (Fairy) Penguins. At dusk, these adorable creatures return from the sea to their burrows, delighting visitors as they waddle past the viewing areas.

The island also features a rich wildlife reserve, where you may spot koalas, fur seals, pelicans, mutton-birds, and various seabirds.

Later, you may drive to Cowes Jetty to board your Phillip Island Seal Cruise. This spectacular 2-hour coastal cruise offers a thrilling opportunity to get up close with thousands of seals at Australia’s largest fur seal colony.

Ensure you arrive at least one hour before sunset to witness the world-famous Penguin Parade—an unforgettable experience as the Little Penguins return to shore after a day at sea.

Overnight stay on Phillip Island.

Note:
• Optional: During spring (approx. mid-September to mid-October), you can stop at the Tesselaar Tulip Festival, featuring vibrant blooms, live entertainment, tractor rides, treasure hunts, sculpture displays, and delicious food and wine.
• Optional Upgrade: Enhance your Penguin Parade experience with the Underground Viewing facility, offering a unique eye-level perspective of the Little Penguins as they pass along their most popular pathway. Limited to a small number of guests, this exclusive experience provides an intimate wildlife encounter.

Philip Islands – Mornington Peninsula (1 Nights)

This morning, we suggest visiting the Koala Conservation Reserve, where you can come face-to-face with koalas from elevated treetop boardwalks in their natural habitat.

Later, continue your scenic drive along the coastline to the picturesque Mornington Peninsula. Known for its stunning landscapes, the region also offers excellent restaurants, fine regional wines, and fresh local produce.

Visit Sunny Ridge Strawberry Farm, where you can indulge in delicious strawberry treats such as ice cream, jams, and scones with cream. From November to April, you can even enjoy picking your own strawberries straight from the fields.

You may also explore Ashcombe Maze and Lavender Gardens—home to Australia’s oldest hedge maze. This impressive maze, made up of over 1,000 cypress trees and standing more than three metres high, offers both a fun challenge and a delightful walk. The gardens also feature a circular rose maze with over 1,200 rose bushes representing 200+ varieties, along with beautifully scented lavender fields showcasing more than 40 types.

End your day with a relaxing soak at the Peninsula Hot Springs—the only natural thermal mineral springs bathing facility in Australia, offering a perfect setting to unwind and rejuvenate.

Overnight stay in Mornington Peninsula.

Melbourne – Hometown

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and make your own way to Melbourne Airport as per your flight schedule to board your return flight to your hometown or onward destination.

Your holiday concludes here.

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