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Around The Bay Food & Wine Taste Trail

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Activity Schedule

When does it run?
Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Duration
10 Hours
Start time

8:30am
Meeting Point
Your meeting point for the tour is from outside The Mail Exchange Hotel – 688 Bourke Street, Melbourne (Near to Southern Cross Train Station)
We offer the following pickup locations prior to this, if you prefer one of these locations please contact the tour operator directly at least 48 hours prior to the tour departure.
• Travelodge Hotel Southbank - 9 Riverside Quay, Southbank
• Regent Theatre - 191 Collins St, Melbourne
• Her majesty’s Theatre - 219 Exhibition St, Melbourne
• Geelong Fishermans Pier

Key Highlights

Trail some of the finest wines, craft brews and dishes from the Mornington and Bellarine Peninsulas
Sample an assortment of delicious wines, including some at a quaint French barnhouse
Take a stroll along the stunning Geelong Waterfront
Check out the iconic and rainbow-hued summer bathing boxes
Dig into a delicious lunch at Jack Rabbit Vineyard
Enjoy a delightful Afternoon tea on-board a cruise along Port Phillip Bay with a chance to spot dolphins
Admire stunning views stretching from across the bay to the city from Murrays Lookout

Overview

Feast your eyes on the breathtaking natural beauty of Port Phillip Bay and explore both sides as we trail some of the finest produce, food and wines from the Bellarine and Mornington Peninsulas. A fantastic journey that allows you to experience two places in a day, you will be treated to some of the best from Melbourne’s culinary scene.

So what does our immersive sojourn include?

Geelong Waterfront

Begin your day the Aussie way, strolling along the lovely Geelong Waterfront and soaking up the fresh sea breeze along with some stunning bay views. Don’t forget to check out the historic bath houses!

Scotchmans Hill Vineyard

Our first tasting stop is this gorgeous and quaint French provincial barnhouse nestled amidst an estate’s vineyards; with an additional treat of some incredible views of the surrounded by some mesmerising panoramas of the Bellarine Peninsula.

Jack Rabbit Vineyard

Our lunch stop for the day, Jack Rabbit is a favourite with anyone who likes to order a side of astonishing views along with their meals as well as exquisite wine and food pairings. With a range that includes Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon, there is something for everyone’s taste preferences available here.

Cruise Along the Bay with Afternoon Tea On-Board

Sit back and savour a delectable array of sweet treats for an unforgettable afternoon tea on-board the ferry while sailing along the Port Phillip Bay and relishing some awe-inspiring views of the coastline. Keep your eyes open for a chance to spot some cute dolphins!

St Andrews Beach Brewery

Before embarking on the final section of our itinerary, we will head to this craft brewery with a refreshing outdoor beer garden that is quite the local favourite. A staunch believer of everything ‘simple and uncomplicated’, they are known for some truly fresh and clean Aussie brews. Joining the locals, we’ll sample one of their tasting paddles while witnessing the simplicity of life on a farm.

Murrays Lookout:

Next stop, Murrays Lookout at Arthurs Seat where you will admire the stunning views stretching from across the bay to the city from the highest point of the Mornington Peninsula.

Peninsula Bathing Boxes

Throwing it right back with some vintage vibes, we’ll take a walk along the Port Phillip Bay, dotted with vivaciously coloured bathing boxes. Synonymous with summers, these iconic boxes are a treat to watch against the backdrop of the turquoise waters, besides being a winning background for Instagram-worthy shots!

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

2 Winery & 1 Brewery Tasting (A little tipsy but a whole lotta terrific!)
Winery lunch (A taste of Aussie magic!)
Ferry crossing with Afternoon Tea (A treat that sails all the way!)
Park entry fees (We got it all covered!)

Exclusions

Hotel Pickup & Drop Off (We bet you’ll be out and about!)

Please note

Voucher Information:

You can show your voucher on your smartphone (But if you’d rather print a copy – that’s fine too!).

Don’t forget to arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the scheduled time to avoid getting stuck in any last minute rush.

We need a minimum of 4 people to run the tour. The tour might get rescheduled if these requirements are not met,the local operator will be in touch if this is the case.