Highlights:

  • Geelong waterfront
  • Point Lonsdale Lighthouse
  • Ferry Crossing
  • Murrays 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 . a one-course lunch at a local beachfront restaurant where you can take in the coastal scenery while enjoying a meal with fellow travellers.

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 tea or coffee on-board as you soak up the scenery. 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.

From here, we explore the Mornington Peninsula, with a visit to one of two seasonal highlights:
• November – April: Pick fresh, juicy strawberries at Rocky Creek Strawberry Farm in Main Ridge
• April – October: Enjoy a delightful chocolate tasting experience at Mornington Peninsula Chocolates in Flinders.
To complete our journey, we stop at Murrays Lookout, offering spectacular, sweeping views of the coastline, followed by a visit to the iconic bathing boxes, a colourful and picturesque highlight of the region.

Following the last stop you’ll be brought back to Melbourne, with plenty of time to relax and enjoy your evening.

What’s Included:

  • Ferry Crossing
  • Light Refreshment

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
Christmas & New Year in Australia
Highlights of Australia and New Zealand