Australia Escape: Melbourne & Great Ocean Road

Arrive at Melbourne International Airport, where our representative greets you for a transfer to the hotel. After check-in, begin with panoramic views from Eureka Skydeck 88, followed by a guided tour of the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). By mid-afternoon, explore the vibrant Melbourne Aquarium, home to marine life including penguins and sharks. The evening unfolds with a unique gourmet dining experience aboard the Colonial Tramcar Restaurant, gliding through Melbourne’s illuminated streets while enjoying Australian wines. Overnight stay in Melbourne.

After breakfast, depart on a scenic drive to the Yarra Valley. Visit De Bortoli Wine Estate for a wine-tasting session and insights into winemaking traditions. By midday, continue to Mornington Peninsula and enjoy a farm-to-table experience at the Sunny Ridge Strawberry Farm, where you can pick your own strawberries. In the afternoon, explore the enchanting Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens, Australia’s oldest hedge maze surrounded by fragrant lavender fields. Conclude the day with hotel check-in and dinner at Mornington Peninsula. Overnight stay in Mornington Peninsula.

Start with breakfast and the Queenscliff–Sorrento Ferry, offering a 40-minute scenic ride with chances of dolphin spotting. Drive along the iconic Great Ocean Road, pausing at Port Campbell National Park to marvel at the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and London Bridge rock formations. Stroll the rugged Shipwreck Coast or opt for an exhilarating helicopter ride over the Bay of Islands. Continue onward to Warrnambool for dinner and rest. Overnight stay in Warrnambool.

After breakfast, journey back to Melbourne with a cultural stop at Ballarat’s Sovereign Hill. Relive the 1850s gold rush era with recreated streets, live demonstrations, and a visit to the Gold Museum. Experience stories of fortune seekers and explore historic nuggets and artifacts. After lunch, continue your scenic drive, arriving in Melbourne by late afternoon. The evening is free for leisure—explore Melbourne’s laneways, boutique shopping, or café culture. Overnight stay in Melbourne.

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at your hotel. Depending on flight timing, you may stroll around Federation Square or Queen Victoria Market for last-minute shopping. Later, transfer to Melbourne International Airport for your onward journey or extend your holiday to other destinations in Australia. Carry home memories of vineyards, coastal beauty, and iconic landmarks.