About this tour
A 10-hour small-group wine tour of the Mornington Peninsula, an hour's drive from Melbourne. You'll visit multiple cellar doors to taste cool-climate wines shaped by maritime influence, then lunch at Merricks General Store. The tour includes transport, tastings, snacks and a main course, but wine purchases and souvenirs aren't covered — this suits wine explorers wanting curated variety without the self-drive logistics.
Highlights
- Cool-climate maritime wine region with contrasting styles across cellar doors
- Air-conditioned vehicle transport from Melbourne to Mornington Peninsula
- A la carte lunch at Merricks General Store included in price
- Bottled water, coffee, tea and snacks provided throughout the day
- Small-group format keeps numbers manageable and intimate
- Operates in all weather; dress appropriately for conditions
- Port Phillip Bay, Westernport Bay and Southern Ocean scenery
- Minimum two-person booking, 18+ to participate in tastings
What to expect
You'll be picked up and driven to the Mornington Peninsula in an air-conditioned vehicle. The morning and early afternoon involve visits to multiple selected cellar doors where you'll taste wines at each stop — staff will guide you through the differences between cool-climate varieties and house styles. Around midday or early afternoon, you'll break for an a la carte lunch at Merricks General Store, where you order and pay for your main course from the menu (water, coffee and basic snacks are included throughout).
After lunch, tastings continue at remaining cellar doors. The day concludes with your return drive to Melbourne. Total time on tour is 10 hours; expect roughly 6-7 hours of driving and cellar-door time combined, with the rest split between lunch and transitions between venues.
What travellers say
- Maritime-influenced cool-climate wines offer distinctive regional character
- Merricks General Store lunch breaks up tastings with quality dining
- Small-group experience rather than large coach tour format
- Scenic drive showcases Peninsula's three water boundaries clearly
- All transport and most refreshments included in day cost
- Not suitable for travellers with spinal injuries or cardiovascular concerns
- A la carte lunch main course costs extra; budget accordingly
- 10-hour commitment is lengthy for casual wine drinkers
- Main course selection depends on restaurant availability that day
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This suits wine enthusiasts wanting structured tastings and scenic variety without driving themselves, and groups of friends or couples exploring a renowned wine region together. Physically, it's not recommended if you have spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health — the day involves standing at cellar doors and walking between venues. Children are welcome if accompanied by an adult, but infants aren't accepted. Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated if a companion assists with boarding. The tour runs in all weather, so pack layers and appropriate footwear. You'll need to be 18+ to taste wine. The main course at lunch is a la carte and paid separately — water, tea, coffee, snacks and wine tastings are included. Minimum group size is two people; book accordingly or you may be paired with others.
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