Overview
Spend the day exploring the stunning Mornington Peninsula. Enjoy the best of local food and delicious wine on the Mornington Peninsula Winery Tour. You’re in for a treat.
Visit places like Arthur’s Seat, Main Ridge Dairy, Sunny Ridge Strawberry Farm, Flinders Township, coastal beach boxes, Hart’s Farm orchards, T’Gallant Cellar Door and a Red Hill vineyard.
Highlights
- Stroll alongside the iconic Beachside Bathing Boxes
- Take in spectacular views from Arthurs Seat
- Delight in a Morning Cheese Platter at Main Ridge Dairy
- Taste fantastic multi-award-winning wines from Red Hill Estate
- Discover the most refreshing Cider at Hart’s Farm
- Sample the sweet delights of Mornington Peninsula Chocolates
- Stop at Sunny Ridge Strawberry farm for liqueurs’ and fruit
- End the day with a final tasting at T’Gallant Winery, another Boutique Cellar Door
Itinerary
Treat yourself to an indulgent experience as you feast on fine food, decadent chocolate, artisanal cheese and cool-climate wine in Victoria. Indulge in the Mornington Peninsula Tour food and wine experience, where every moment is a celebration. Only 40km from Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula is calling you to visit its farmhouses, wineries and hidden gourmet gems. Breathtaking ocean views, gourmet food and a glass of wine will capture your senses.
Spend the day here. We will visit Arthur’s Seat, Main Ridge Dairy, Sunny Ridge Strawberry Farm, the beautiful coastal town of Flinders, Hart’s Farm Orchard, T’Gallant Cellar Door and a surprise Red Hill winery. Itinerary and boutique winery stops are subject to change seasonally and depending on availability and any special events.
Mornington Peninsula Tour wine region
The peninsula has some of the best vineyards and wineries and has the highest point, 305 meters above sea level. Arthur’s Seat has views of Port Phillip to the west, Western Port to the east and Bass Strait to the south. To the north, the Mornington Peninsula is connected to the mainland.
Arthurs Seat Lookout
On top of the granite hill is Arthur’s Seat, which has ocean views, golden beaches, and the Mornington and Bellarine peninsulas, which are divided by the sea. You can also see Melbourne’s glass towers from here.
Main Ridge Dairy cheese tastings
After taking in the amazing views from Arthur’s Seat we will head to Main Ridge Dairy Farmhouse for artisan goat cheese tastings. This quaint farm makes a range of delicious goat dairy products. You can see the goats in action on the farm and taste samples of their hand made goat cheese.
Orchard visit to Hart’s Farm with tasting
Well-known in the area for making organic traditional apple ciders through natural fermentation, premium extra virgin olive oils and cider vinegar. You can taste the freshly made local products on-site at the newly renovated corrugated iron milking shed.
Visit Flinders and Mornington Peninsula Chocolates
Take your time to wander through the charming artisan town of Flinders, a beautiful coastal village. Browse the art galleries, shops and boutiques and have lunch at the local pub or cafe (at your own cost).
Treat yourself to sweets at Mornington Peninsula Chocolates. Taste their award winning hand crafted chocolates. Get a free taste and browse their range of personalized handmade chocolates to gift to your loved ones.
Sunny Ridge Strawberry Farm
Go to Sunny Ridge Strawberry Farm. Shop or pick your own punnet in the strawberry fields for extra. They grow top quality berries – strawberries, blackberries, blueberries and raspberries. Try their strawberries dipped in chocolate sauce.
Mornington Peninsula Colourful Bathing Box tour
Sandy beach and ocean breeze as you photograph the iconic beach boxes. These colourful bathing boxes at Brighton Beach are Victorian morals from the shores of Port Phillip Bay of long ago, built over 100 years ago.
Join us
Don’t wait! Get your cameras ready for great photos and selfies. Keep your sense of adventure as we discover the beauty and hidden gems of the Mornington Peninsula. Come on our Mornington Peninsula Tour featuring Wines and Chocolates. Please note this tour is for wine lovers 18 years and over.
Details
DEPARTS
07:40
RETURNS
18:00
Pick up Times & Locations
- 7:10 am – Base Backpackers (City Return)* 17 CARLISLE ST ST KILDA
- 7:15 am – Habitat HQ (City Return)* 333 ST KILDA RD ST KILDA
- 7:25 am – Urban Central 334 CITY RD SOUTHBANK (City Return)*
- 7:20 am – Pegasus Apart’ Hotel 206 A’BECKETT ST MELBOURNEMELBOURNE
- 7:25 am – Ibis Hotel on Therry 15 THERRY ST MELBOURNE
- 7:30 am – Rydges Melbourne 186 EXHIBITION ST MELBOURNE
- 7:40 am – Main Meeting Point: Immigration Museum (East-Side) 400 FLINDERS ST (MARKET ST ENTRANCE) MELBOURNE
- 7:45 am – The Savoy Hotel 630 Little Collins MELBOURNE
- 7:50 am – Holiday Inn 575 FLINDERS LANE NEAR SPENCER ST
- 8:40 am – Bunnings Frankston MCMAHONS ROAD (outside the front doors) FRANKSTON
- 9:15 am – Arthurs Seat 790 ARTHURS SEAT ROAD (Lookout Carpark) MORNINGTON PENINSULA
* If you cannot find your desired pickup location, please contact our office for a more exhaustive list of locations.It is strongly recommended that you arrive at your pickup location at least 10 minutes before departure time. Please be patient and do not panic if your bus is running a few minutes late. If your bus has not picked you up within 10 minutes of your departure time, then contact our office on 03 9393 1300
Tour Details
- Tour code: MP-S
- Operating days: Saturday and Sunday (from April 2021)
- Duration: 9.5 hours
- Departure time: 7:40 am
- Return: 5:30 pm
2 finest wineries, 1 cider tasting, goat cheese tastings and - local produce samples
- Select hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Expert driver guide
- Small group travel
Tour inclusions
- Mornington Peninsula treats for your senses
- Arthur Seat Lookout views
- Main Ridge Dairy and goat farm
- Hart’s Farm orchards produce tastings
- Strawberry picking at Sunny Ridge Strawberry Farm (additional fee)
- Flinders artisan seaside village
- Beach boxes photo opportunity
What you need to bring?
- Water bottle
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Warm and cool clothing
- Rain jacket
- Camera
- A sense of adventure
Booking Online
Private Tour Request Only +61 8 6244 2065
FAQ
What’s included?
The Mornington Peninsula Wine Tour takes you to a top Australian wine region just an hour from Melbourne. You will visit multiple wineries, taste many wines and learn about winemaking from local producers.
What wines will I taste?
The Mornington Peninsula is renowned for its cool climate wines, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. On the tour, you will taste other varieties like Pinot Gris, Shiraz and the region’s sparkling wines.
Is transport included?
We usually use a coach or minibus so you can sit back and enjoy your day without having to drive.
Are there any age restrictions for the wine tour?
Participants must be at least 18 years old to participate in the wine-tasting tour in compliance with alcohol consumption laws in Australia.
How can I book a Mornington Peninsula Wine Tour?
Bookings for the Mornington Peninsula Wine Tour can be made online via tour operators’ websites, travel agencies, or hotel concierge services. It is advisable to make reservations in advance, especially during peak tourist seasons, to secure your spot.
What other activities are included in the tour?
Alongside wine tasting, the tour often features visits to local artisanal food producers, picturesque stops for photo opportunities, and occasionally includes a stop at a local brewery or distillery.
How many Mornington Peninsula vineyards are there?
The Mornington Peninsula in Victoria, Australia, is home to over 50 wineries. This region is well-known for its cool climate wines. Notably, tourists may enjoy Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, as well as a range of cellar doors and wine-related events.
