Geelong: all 9 tours and excursions for your cruise

Fitzroy GardensDepart Geelong for a scenic journey to the vibrant city of Melbourne. The tour begins with a visit to the tranquil Fitzroy Gardens, an inner-city oasis where you can enjoy free time to stroll among lush lawns, historic landmarks, and beautiful scenery. City Drive and Iconic LandmarksNext, a panoramic drive will take you through Melbourne's iconic streets, showcasing its remarkable architecture and lively atmosphere. Melbourne SkydeckThe highlight of the day is a visit to the...

Have an abiding passion for bivalves? And extraordinary on-the-water experiences? Hop aboard a deluxe mussel-farming trawler and out into the waters of Port Phillip Bay for a seafood journey unlike any other offered in Australia. This exclusive outing from Portarlington Pier, just 30 minutes by coach from your ship in Geelong, offers you a front-row seat on the process of cultivating and preparing some of the finest mussels found anywhere Down Under. During the 4 to 5 hours you spend onboard,...

Heritage roses, a Renaissance Revival mansion, and the fascinating story of an Australian pastoral empire – all set the stage for an elegant High Tea afternoon at Werribee Park Mansion. Built in 1877 for the Chirnside family, who migrated from Scotland and amassed a fortune in the wool trade in the Western District of Victoria, this ornate 60-room basalt and sandstone showplace is the essence of 19th-century architectural grandeur. Arriving after a scenic 60-minute coach drive from the...

Renowned for its grace, Old World charm, and the magnificent parks and gardens that surround the city, enjoy this full-day tour of the city at your leisure. This is the perfect tour for all those who would like to explore the city without the help of a local guide. Melbourne, City Centre, Free Time, Shopping, Exploring, Lunch on Your OwnDepart the pier for the approximately 1.5 -hour drive en route to Melbourne, being dropped off at a central stop. This will be the stop that you will be picked...

The area around the historic fishing ports of Queenscliff and Sorrento boasts some fascinating maritime and military history and is home to the highly diverse Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park, world renowned for its rich biodiversity and unique marine life.Queenscliff, Boat Cruise, Port Phillip Heads Marine National ParkBoard your coach at the pier for a short drive east to Queenscliff. Here, board your boat and cruise to the Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park. Your adventure starts with...

Discover the splendid highlights and history of Geelong during this picturesque, half-day sightseeing excursion. Panoramic Drive of Geelong Board your coach at the pier and begin with a panoramic drive through Geelong where you will receive a wonderful overview of the downtown area. The second largest city in the state of Victoria, Geelong was named in 1837 after an Aboriginal word that means "cliffs," a distinct feature of the surrounding area. During your panoramic drive, you'll...

Enjoy this small group experience at one of the region's premier wineries where you will learn about the wine making operation on the Bellarine Peninsula. Scotchmans Hill Winery Bellarine Peninsula is home to approximately 20 wineries, and you will visit two of the finest. Of these the best known on international markets is Scotchmans Hill Winery, which was established in 1982 and is located in the heart of the region. A producer of premium cool maritime climate wines, this winery has been...

Discover the historic side of nearby Queenscliff and visit two local wineries in the beautiful Bellarine Peninsula for samplings of their award-winning Australian wines on this half-day excursion. QueenscliffBoard your coach at the pier for a 75-minutes drive east to Queenscliff. The maritime and military origins of Queenscliff are evident in its skyline, which features the pier, fortress with black lighthouse and the roofs of glorious, Victorian-era buildings peeping over lofty pines along the...

One of the world's most famous coastal drives, the Great Ocean Road is spectacular and breathtaking. The mighty Twelve Apostles are world-recognised icons of the Great Ocean Road, located southwest of Geelong in the Port Campbell National Park. Twenty million years ago, the forces of nature began weathering the soft limestone of the Port Campbell cliffs. The resulting rock islands of up to 144 feet (45 metres) high were left isolated from the shore, standing just off-shore 'as if a group of apostles...