Highlights
Highlights Day 1:
- Enjoy the drive through open farmland and explore the villages of South Gippsland
- Stop at one of our favourite local cafes specialising in using local produce
- See an abundance of wildlife up close away from the crowds, including kangaroos, emus, wombats, echidnas and native birds
- Take a walk up to the summit of Mount Oberon for spectacular views
- Enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch or BBQ in Tidal River
- Take a short walk to our favourite beaches in Wilsons Promontory National Park
- Visit the iconic Phillip Island Penguin Parade and enjoy front row access to watch the Little Penguins as they waddle up the beach to their burrows amongst the sand dunes
- Enjoy a gourmet dinner at the Penguin Parade or one of our favourite local restaurants
- Overnight accommodation on Phillip Island
Highlights Day 2:
- Enjoy a beautiful sunrise on Phillip Island (optional)
- Enjoy a delicious breakfast at one of our favourite local cafes
- Taste fresh produce as we visit some of our favourite Mornington Peninsula farm gates
- Enjoy spectacular views from Arthur’s Seat
- Enjoy a private wine tasting at one of our favourite wineries, Pt Leo Estate and enjoy a delicious lunch before a walk to admire the world-class sculpture park
- Enjoy a private tasting at the Bass and Flinders Distillery, visit a local brewery or enjoy a private tasting at an additional winery
- Enjoy a ferry ride across Port Phillip Bay from Sorrento to Queenscliff
- Explore the seaside villages of the Bellarine Peninsula
- Explore Torquay and visit Bells Beach, the home of surfing in Australia
- Overnight accommodation and dinner in Anglesea or Torquay
Highlights Day 3:
- Head inland through open farmland to Port Campbell
- Explore and learn about The 12 Apostles and Port Campbell National Park
- Take a walk for spectacular views at Gibson Steps, Loch Ard Gorge & London Bridge and learn about the rich local maritime history
- Enjoy the scenic Great Ocean Road drive
- Stop for lunch in the seaside village of Apollo Bay
- See Koalas and Kangaroos in the wild away from the crowds, also search for echidnas, wallabies and the abundance of native birdlife including colourful parrots
- Enjoy spectacular views overlooking the Great Ocean Road from Teddy’s Lookout
- Stop at the Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch for photograph opportunities and to learn about the history of the Great Ocean Road
- Explore the seaside towns of Port Campbell, Apollo Bay, Lorne and Anglesea
Inclusions
- Local expert guide from the Great Ocean Road
- Luxurious Mercedes Benz V-Class vehicle
- Local snacks and water during tour
- Breakfast each day
- Morning tea, casual lunch and afternoon tea from our local favourite spots each day
- Penguin Plus entrance at Phillip Island Penguin Parade
- Car Ferry transport across Port Phillip Bay
- Complimentary wi? in vehicle
- International language speaking guides including Spanish, Italian, French, German and Mandarin (upon request)
- All entries and experiences, except for those listed as optional extra experiences
- Accommodation (a surcharge for accommodation applies 21 December – 28 January)
Enjoy a 2.5-hour cruise with Pennicott Wilderness Journeys along the beautiful granite coastline. Visit the southernmost tip of mainland Australia and explore the rugged coastline and Marine National Park before getting up close to Skull Rock. See an Australian fur seal colony, birdlife, dolphins and Humpback and Southern Right Whales (Whale season May to July and September to December) *subject to weather conditions – additional costs apply
Take a boat cruise to search for the local Bottlenose Dolphins in the wild
Tours can be tailor made for each individual booking, subject to request and availability. See the Customised Experiences list for more ideas.