MELBOURNE · DAY TRIP
Melbourne’s best days out.
The 15 most popular mornington peninsula tours in Melbourne and across Victoria. What each day actually delivers, who runs it and what it costs.
Full-day wildlife trip from Melbourne: Moonlit Sanctuary, coastal stops, and Phillip Island Penguin Parade with transport included.
Most Popular“Not to be missed! We got to see lots of animals at the wildlife preserve, and the penguin parade was incredible. Alan, our driver/guide, was excellent.”
Hop on a 25-minute bus loop through Cranbourne’s Australian Garden with live driver commentary, great for kids and mobility-friendly sightseeing.
“I had an amazing time sight seeing at the Royal Botanic Garden. The operator was truly funny and friendly.”
Express shuttle from Melbourne to Peninsula Hot Springs with priority Bath House entry and 50+ geothermal soaks, plus Arthurs Seat and beach boxes.
“Such a easy way to get down to the peninsula - great amount of time at the hot springs enough time to relax and have lunch”
Take a 1-hour cruise from San Remo to Cape Woolamai for cliff views, live captain commentary, and chances to spot seals and dolphins.
“It was refreshing, not too long, and not too crowded, good commentary too and exceptional navigation/driving skills”
Mornington Peninsula hot springs and beach boxes day trip from Melbourne with air-conditioned transport, included entry, towels, and big bay views.
“Great hot spring in nature! Just keep warm while walking around and exploring! Make sure you have enough time to rest and relax or have a coffee too!”
A 9.5-hour Mornington Peninsula day trip with Portsea’s London Bridge, a Searoad ferry crossing, strawberry picking, Arthurs Seat views, and included lunch.
“Wonderful way to see the Mornington Peninsula. Boat cruise was on a passenger/car ferry. This was not what i was expecting but still enjoyable. Lunch on the cruise was very basic.Everyone had fun strawberry picking.”
Self-guided Mornington Peninsula bike day with Seawinds wallabies, Red Hill tastings, and the Merricks Rail Trail to Merricks Beach.
“We had a fantastic day out cycling as a family, it was a perfect activity and way to see some of Mornington Peninsula on a perfect weather day. We have very mixed cycling experience as a family and Allison planned out a great route for us thRead more”
Ride the Arthurs Seat Eagle gondola above the Mornington Peninsula for 15 minutes each way, then enjoy 360° views from 314 m.
3-hour Moonraker swim in Port Phillip Bay: snorkel with fur seals at Chinaman’s Hat and try a dolphin encounter. Lunch and gear included.
“So many dolphins and the seals were incredible”
1h45 catamaran sunset cruise on Western Port Bay from San Remo: watch fur seals and dolphins, enjoy snacks and live music.
“The weather was perfect the staff were very friendly we had a great time thank you”
Peninsula Hot Springs on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula pairs 50+ Bath House soaks with a 45-minute body clay ritual.
A private Mornington Peninsula day tour from Melbourne with Karin, coastal walks, harbours, winery option, and hotel pickup.
“What an amazing experience! From start to finish, this tour was absolutely flawless and well curated.”
Hop on a Mornington Peninsula wine-and-food route from Melbourne. Choose up to 4 stops, use an audio guide, and skip driving stress.
“What a fantastic experience. Sara was our driver and guide, she was super friendly and chatty, told us a lot about the wineries in Mornington Peninsula and what wines to look out for. We were given the schedule in advance and left 1 slot oRead more”
Small-group Mornington Peninsula food and wine tour with tastings at Quealy, Pt. Leo and Stonier, plus a 2-course lunch.
“Really great day, pickup just before 9:30 back by 6pm, went to 3 wineries and a winery art place at end where could buy wine. Lunch was really good, great group of people. I had done a few yara tours so was nice to see a different wine area.”
3-hour dolphin and seal cruise from Sorrento on a small luxury boat. Sightseeing-only ticket with refreshments and dolphin guarantee.
“The crew were amazing. Great communication and very professional. All were happy to answer any question and accomodate any need.”
The laneways and the bay, and every road out to the coast and the ranges.
