Phillip Island Small-Group Penguins & Wine Tour from Melbourne Discount Tickets

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Overview

The perfect Phillip Island tour for those wanting more than just the Penguin Parade, as we also indulge in local food and wine, spot native wildlife, and take in the breath-taking views of the hidden side of the Island. Your day begins at the Melbourne Arts Centre, where you’ll meet your local guide and settle into our premium midi-coach. We travel in small groups of no more than 15 guests. Our first stop is the coastal haven of San Remo, the gateway to Phillip Island. Then, enjoy a cellar door wine tasting and grazing experience at the award-winning Phillip Island Winery, followed by a shared-plate lunch by the bay. Next, explore charming Cowes at your own pace, with time to wander beaches and boutiques, or choose to spot Koalas at the conversation reserve. We continue to The Nobbies for golden hour, with sweeping ocean views and wildlife, paired with a glass of sparkling wine. The day finishes at the world-famous Penguin Parade, with general viewing entry included.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

- Meet outside Protagonist Café at Arts Centre Melbourne (100R St Kilda Rd) - look for the giant spire. - Easy access via trams in Free Tram Zone. - Just 5 mins from Flinders St Station or 5–10 mins walk from most city centre hotels. - Post-tour we can dropoff to city-center hotels upon request.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Arts Centre Melbourne
Begin your Phillip Island adventure with a complimentary Melbourne barista coffee from the Arts Centre. Board your luxury midi-coach and join fellow travellers for a personalised small-group experience through Victoria's spectacular coastal region to Phillip Island.
Duration: 15 mins
2. San Remo
Welcome to San Remo, where the iconic Phillip Island Bridge welcomes you to Bass Coast. Stretch your legs along the foreshore, watch resident Australian pelicans, and capture your first coastal photographs of this famous Victorian fishing village.
Duration: 30 mins
3. Phillip Island
Welcome to Phillip Island, home to a small population of 15,000 which swells well beyond this number during busy holiday seasons.
4. Phillip Island Winery
Arrive at boutique Phillip Island Winery for premium cellar-door wine tasting featuring award-winning Gippsland wines. Enjoy guided tasting of six local wines, accompanied by generous grazing boards of Victorian meats, cheeses and artisan breads, followed by wood-fired pizza feast with sea-salt fries and gourmet salads. Note: On select days, meals are served at our partner Phillip Island seaside restaurant with an identical high-quality menu.
Duration: 90 mins
5. Cape Woolamai
Pass by one of Phillip Island's three main settlements as we make our way to Cowes.
6. Cowes
Explore Phillip Island's main township with beaches, local shops, and relaxed coastal streetscape. Your guide highlights local Cowes favorites before free exploration time.
Duration: 60 mins
7. Flynns Beach
Stop at this pristine Phillip Island beach for golden Bass Strait sands, crystal-clear waters, and fresh Victorian sea air.
Duration: 15 mins
8. The Nobbies Centre
Arrive at The Nobbies' clifftop boardwalks during golden hour. Spot seabirds, wallabies, and Australian fur seals from spectacular Bass Strait views while enjoying a glass of celebratory sparkling wine as day turns to dusk over Phillip Island.
Duration: 45 mins
9. Penguin Parade
Experience the world-famous Phillip Island Penguin Parade with general viewing tickets. Explore the interactive Visitor Centre, enjoy dinner from the onsite cafe if you wish, then take your place to witness thousands of Little Penguins return from Bass Strait at sunset, with guided commentary as they waddle through. Australia's most popular wildlife attraction.
Duration: 120 mins
10. Melbourne
Return back to Melbourne after a fulfilling day of nature, wildlife observation, and wine. We Dropoff back at the Melbourne Arts Centre or city center hotels on request.
Duration: 120 mins

Inclusion

Expert Local Tour Guide - with insider knowledge of Phillip Island

Wood-Fired Pizza & Sides Grazing Lunch - at our Sea-Side Restaurant

Sparkling Wine or Beer - at our Nobbies Golden Hour Location for Sunset

Small Group Travel on our Premium Midi-Coach with Free WiFi

Penguin Parade Entry - with Boardwalk and Viewing Platform Access

Guided Wine Tasting & Grazing Platter - at the Phillip Island Winery

Exclusion

Dinner

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Local Way Tours

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