Classic Victoria
- Duration
- 5 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 846
MODERATE | TAILOR-MADE: Explore classic Victoria by first experiencing the highlights of Melbourne. Visit Philip Island and see the Little Penguin Parade before heading along the incredible Great Ocean Road.
See the best of Melbourne and the rugged Victorian coast on this 5 day tour.
Australia’s cultural capital will enchant you with an endless variety of cafés, restaurants, entertainment and world class shopping. Early arrivals might wish to book a table at the Colonial Tramcar Restaurant, for a uniquely Melbourne experience. An included half-day tour takes you to many of the city’s historic sights including Captain Cook’s Cottage, and the numerous cathedrals, parks and gardens that make Melbourne one of Australia’s most picturesque cities. You’ll also visit Phillip Island at dusk to witness the world renowned ‘Little Penguin Parade’.
Australia’s most spectacular coastal drive, The Great Ocean Road is a popular day trip from Melbourne… but why rush? See the Loch Ard Gorge, Bells Beach, London Arch and the famous Twelve Apostles at a more leisurely pace with an overnight stay. Explorer Matthew Flinders observed he had ‘seldom seen a more fearful section of coastline’. Nor a more spectacular one, waiting for you to explore.
- Duration
- 5 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 846
Itinerary View Trip Map
Melbourne Domestic Airport to Melbourne City Hotel
| Duration | 60 Minutes |
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Clarion Suites Gateway
Situated on the banks of the Yarra River in the heart of Melbourne's central business district, Clarion Suites Gateway is the ideal home base for leisure guests. Featuring 120 apartment-style suites, this Melbourne hotel puts your comfort first. While here, guests can take a dip in the indoor heated pool.
| Meal Plan | $Stay 2nts & receive upgrade to River View |
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| Duration | 3 Nights |
| Accommodation |
Clarion Suites Gateway |
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Clarion Suites Gateway
Situated on the banks of the Yarra River in the heart of Melbourne's central business district, Clarion Suites Gateway is the ideal home base for leisure guests. Featuring 120 apartment-style suites, this Melbourne hotel puts your comfort first. While here, guests can take a dip …
Situated on the banks of the Yarra River in the heart of Melbourne's central business district, Clarion Suites Gateway is the ideal home base for leisure guests. Featuring 120 apartment-style suites, this Melbourne hotel puts your comfort first. While here, guests can take a dip in the indoor heated pool.
Facilities
- Bar(s)
- Concierge
- Currency Exchange
- Daycare/Babysitting Service
- Gym/Fitness Centre
- Laundry/Dry Cleaning Service
- Pool (s)
- Reception (24 hrs)
- Room Service
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Morning Melbourne City Tour
Be dazzled by the wondrous sights of Australia's most vibrant city and learn about Melbourne's fascinating history with your expert guide.
Join a small group tour with Oceania to make the most of your stay as you zoom in and around the city, visiting such wonders as Federation Square, the MCG and our world-famous sports precinct, St Patrick's Cathedral, Albert Park Lake (Formula 1) and over to St Kilda Beach. You can even take a stroll in the gardens and visit St Patrick's Cathedral when permitted.
Your tour will finish by visiting Melbourne's famous Eureka Tower where you can scrape the sky to see the awe inspiring skyline at Eureka Skydeck 88 where you will be spoiled with 360 degree views of the city, Port Phillip Bay and out to the Dandenongs and the Yarra Valley.
There will be a maximum of 11 people in your group, so you will have plenty of opportunities to ask your guide questions and get to know your fellow travelers.
| Duration | 3 Hours |
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Phillip Island Tour with Penguin Parade
Your animal adventures will start with a visit to Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park with fascinating Australian animals at every turn. You have up-close encounters with animals like kangaroos, wombats and echidnas. Next, we will head to the island (Phillip Island) where will head to Woolamai Surf Beach to catch a glimpse of the awesome waves and die-hard surfers (weather permitting). We then cross the island to reach the dramatic west coast and the Nobbies where you will be awe-struck by the crashing waves.
And finally, it's time for the main event, the Penguin Parade. There is a reason that this is one of Australia's top attractions and the little penguins will not disappoint! You will sit on the protective platform to see possibly hundreds of little penguins waddling onto the beach. This fabulous natural spectacular is run by a non-for-profit organisation where all profits are directly reinvested in conservation efforts to protect the little penguins.
| Duration | 9 Hours |
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Melbourne to Lorne
The Great Ocean Road is one of the world's great drives, a dramatic, powerful, dangerous and majestic coastline, also known as the Shipwreck Coast. Your day on the Great Ocean Road extends from Geelong through Anglesea and Lorne. You will arrive at approximately 10.30am in Lorne or at 12.00 noon in Apollo Bay and the remainder of the day is free to explore this coastal town.
Comfort Inn The International Apollo Bay
Comfort Inn The International Apollo Bay is the perfect hotel for your Great Ocean Road seaside holiday and is centrally located in the centre of the idyllic resort town of Apollo Bay, across the road from the beach. Otway National Park is a 15-minute drive, and Cape Otway Lighthouse is a 40-minute drive away, there are several restaurants and nightlife options within a 5 minute walk as well.
| Meal Plan | Room Only |
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| Duration | 1 Night |
| Accommodation |
Comfort Inn The International Apollo Bay |
| Location | View map |
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Comfort Inn The International Apollo Bay
Comfort Inn The International Apollo Bay is the perfect hotel for your Great Ocean Road seaside holiday and is centrally located in the centre of the idyllic resort town of Apollo Bay, across the road from the beach. Otway National Park is a 15-minute drive, …
Comfort Inn The International Apollo Bay is the perfect hotel for your Great Ocean Road seaside holiday and is centrally located in the centre of the idyllic resort town of Apollo Bay, across the road from the beach. Otway National Park is a 15-minute drive, and Cape Otway Lighthouse is a 40-minute drive away, there are several restaurants and nightlife options within a 5 minute walk as well.
Facilities
- Currency Exchange
- Internet Access
- Laundry facilities
- Parking
- Pool (s)
- Restaurant(s)
- Room Service
- Spa(Hot-tub)/Jacuzzi
- Wheelchair Accessible Rooms
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Great Ocean to Melbourne
You will be collected this morning at 10.30am from Lorne or 12.00 noon from Apollo Bay. After your lunch stop you continue on through the Otway National Park, to the rugged beauty of the Twelve Apostle National Park and the Twelve Apostles themselves, are there really twelve? Afterwards to Loch Ard Gorge and Port Campbell shaped by the wild Southern Ocean this coastline will not fail to impress. Return to Melbourne tonight at approximately 8:00pm.
Other Information
DEPARTURES:
Daily
PRICE INCLUDES:
- 4 nights' accommodation as indicated or similar
- Return airport transfers
- Sightseeing
- Meals as indicated
PRICE EXCLUDES:
- Travel insurance
- Visa fees if applicable
- Gratuities unless otherwise stated
- Items of a personal nature
- Meals not specifically noted in the itinerary
- Beverages unless otherwise stated
- Optional excursions
- Park fees unless stated
- All international and domestic airfares and airfare taxes unless specified
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
Prices are "from" per person based on twin/double share accommodation and for travel in low season. Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply. Limited seat/spaces and all pricing is subject to change and availability. Rates for single or triple travellers are available on request - please enquire.
21 Aug 2023
