Australia Vacations have tailored a 4 Day Melbourne city package that includes the surrounding regions. Melbourne is the capital of Victoria State and regarded as the cultural hub of Australia. This is a city of style, sport, architecture, trams, theatres and art exhibitions. Explore Melbourne’s diverse precincts and enjoy some of the best coffee in the country. Or pop into one of the many restaurants for world class food and wine. Enjoy our Melbourne morning tour for a true insight into this vibrant city. We also recommend booking a day trip along the Great Ocean Road or visiting the wildlife on Phillip Island.
Day 1 Melbourne City Package
Direct Private Transfer from Melbourne Airport to hotel. Afternoon at leisure (see recommendations below under ‘Other Melbourne Excursions’).
Melbourne Accommodation
Travelodge Southbank (4-Star) is ideally located right by the Melbourne Yarra River, close to the CBD, major transport, shopping and dining areas.
Day 2 Magnificent Melbourne – Morning City Tour
Departs from Federation Square (Cnr Flinders & Russell Street) at approximately 8.15am or earlier for hotel pick up.
- See Captain Cook’s Cottage, Queen Victoria Market, Fitzroy Gardens and Albert Park, home to the Australian Grand Prix.
- Stroll the Royal Exhibition Buildings and Federation Square.
- Visit the Shrine of Remembrance and see the Southbank waterfront precinct.
- See some of the city’s architecture including St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Princess and Regent theatres.
Tour Highlights Include
Alternative Day Tour
Day 2 Phillip Island Tour for Nature Lovers
Penguins, Kangaroos & Koalas – Tour includes admission to Maru Animal Park and Penguin Parade – Operates daily
Enjoy your scenic tour from Melbourne to Phillip Island, home to an astounding array of wildlife, including Australia’s largest fur seal colony, the Little Penguins and cuddly koalas. View spectacular coastal scenery at the Nobbies, two rocky outcrops abundant in marine life. Stop in Cowes for dinner, at your expense, before returning back to Melbourne.
Tour Highlights Include
Day 3 Great Ocean Road & Twelve Apostles Tour
View the popular coastal townships of Torquay and Lorne – a surfer’s haven and retreat. Pass world famous Bells Beach, home to World Surfing Championships. See many fern-filled gullies and river inlets on your journey. Travel the length of the Great Ocean Road passing towering limestone cliffs, sweeping white beaches and stunning forest scenery. Truly one of the world’s great scenic coastal drives. Walk along the boardwalk and enjoy the scenery from various viewing platforms.
Tour Highlights Include
Day 4 Private Transfer from hotel back to Melbourne Airport
Package Cost: from USD $1.000
Included in Cost: Room only based on two people sharing a twin or double. Private transfers. Melbourne city tour. Great Ocean Road and Twelve Apostles day tour.