Highlights:

  • Geelong waterfront
  • Point Lonsdale Lighthouse
  • Ferry Crossing
  • Arthur’s Seat Lookout

Tour Description:

Escape from the city for a day and discover the beauty of Melbourne Bay, also known as Port Phillip Bay, with a guided Melbourne Bay tour, taking in the stunning Mornington and Bellarine Peninsulas. You’ll set off for the coastal city of Geelong, an hour south-west of Melbourne and where the Bellarine Peninsula begins.

Take in the sights along the beautiful Geelong waterfront, breathing in the fresh sea air and taking in the esplanade’s historic boardwalk and sea baths, as well as the stunning views over the bay. Now it’s time for another brilliant photo opportunity at the Point Lonsdale Lighthouse. Here you’ll get to stroll around the clifftop, looking out over where the Melbourne Bay begins and get some brilliant shots of the lighthouse, before heading to Queenscliff for to embark on the ferry to cross the bay to the Mornington Peninsula.

The Melbourne Bay ferry from Queenscliff to Sorrento is a great way to see Melbourne Bay from a different perspective. From the ferry admire spectacular views over the bay, impressive clifftop mansions and perhaps even pods of dolphins making an appearance between the waves. It’s also the perfect opportunity to rest with a light snack which is provided on-board as part of your tour. Upon arrival on the Mornington Peninsula, the tour then makes its way to one of the most incredible sights this stretch of coastline has to offer: the London Bridge, a unique, arch-shaped rock formation, set upon the pristine Portsea Beach. You’ll also take in another beautiful sand beach in the form of St Andrews Beach from the St Andrews Beach Brewery.

This craft brewery takes in views over the beach and ocean from its wonderful beer garden, where you’ll get to sample the beers from a tasting paddle and hang out with the locals. After a pit-stop at the brewery, it’s time for some more unforgettable Melbourne sightseeing, this time on the Arthur’s Seat. One of the highest points of the Mornington Peninsula it offers far-reaching views across the bay, the surrounding coastline, and over to Melbourne itself. The final stop on this comprehensive Melbourne Bay tour is to the popular seaside town of Mount Martha. Take a stroll along the sandy beach, with the clear blue sea as your backdrop, and admire the colourful bathing boxes (beach huts) that line the beachfront.

Following your last stop at Mount Martha, you’ll be brought back to the end point of your choice in Melbourne, with plenty of time to relax and enjoy your evening.

What’s Included:

  • Ferry Crossing
  • Light Refreshment
  • Brewery Tasting

Please note: All Freedom Day descriptions represent a typical itinerary and may not operate exactly as described. Local operators may vary from time to time.

Melbourne: Around the Bay Sightseeing & Ferry Crossing, Melbourne is available in the following itineraries:
The Very Best of Australia
Treasures of Australia
Wonders of Australia
Essential Australia
Christmas & New Year in Australia
Highlights of Australia and New Zealand